Hi there friends, I'm back for Day 5 of the JustRite Papercraft February releases and today my project centers around a very, very serious subject. As a matter of fact when I sat down to write this post I wasn't quite sure how to approach it. I mean, when you see the card doesn't one word sum it…
Good morning blog friends! Thanks so much for weighing in with me yesterday. The information you've given be will help me so much in planning posts for the next several months. There always seems to be pressure to move to simpler cards with less layers and after reading yesterdays comments,…
Good morning sweet friends, last week I mentioned that every week I'll take one day to show you inspiration from the creative team. It's been a lovely week behind the scenes as the ladies have explored the uses of many of the dies in my Vintage Elegance Collection. They are encouragement…
My latest collection is a dream come true. Nothing says love more than a handmade doily, meticulously and adoringly made by someone special from days gone by. I wanted to recreate that wonderful intricacy in paper! Welcome to the latest edition of What’s New At Spellbinders. Join Becca Feeken as she presents her brand new Dimensional Doily Collection. Watch video below or on our Youtube channel: S3-397 Petite Double Bow with Dimensional Circles: These smaller sized bows and the dimensional circles with Fleur di Lis accents add that extra “something” to a Dimensional Doily or any project. Use a decorative brad to create a single or double set of looped bows. BUY NOW S4-1055 Starburst Petal Doily: The pointed petal design, when assembled, creates a stunning doily design for cards, shadowboxes and more. Die cut, fold and interlock 6 of these beauties. There is a choice of cutting a detailed design or without the insert, create a shadow element. BUY NOW S4-1059 Timeless Grace Doily: These filigree elements assemble into an intricate circle doily. I love how single pieces can assemble to create something unexpectedly beautiful and delicate- the recipient will be surprised this is made from paper! BUY NOW S4-1060 Heart Melange Doily: I heart….hearts! The beautiful shapes of these delicate hearts create a jaw dropping finished doily that will be perfect for any birthday, anniversary, wedding and more! Layer with a smaller dimensional doily for one-of-a-kind cards. BUY NOW S4-1061 Pointed Harmony Doily: Turn this exquisite flourished design into a star-like doily that is made even more beautiful when embellished with embellishments such as ribbon, buttons or pearls! BUY NOW S5-405 Filigree Drop in Circlet Doily: The versatility of this set makes a different kind of doily, but is also a perfect base for any of the dimensional doilies in this collection. Use the base on its own or build a unique circular card with layered filigree quadrants. BUY NOW Shop Dimensional Doily Collection:
Hi there blog friends, I'm back with a card today. The occasion is one I don't want to trumpet but this the very reason we make cards, right? While I was away I learned of a death in the family of an acquaintance, so I took some time out to pay respects. At first I thought it might be crass to…
Sweet blog friends, today is day three of samples using my new sets and I love, love, love the Just The Right Words Set from JustRite Papercrafts. In my samples today I'm using all three sets.So this is a stamp set that I dreamed of for a long time. Lots of stamp sets feature the same…
Hello there my crafty friends. I'm busy behind the scenes with CHA samples and some catalog samples so although I've been creative, I haven't had anything to show for it. That's okay though, because I made something from the left overs :-) Seriously, I started my last creative session by…
Sweet Blog Friends, I'm so glad to be back home. I've been away since last Thursday and hopefully some time this week I'll show you a picture of one of the fabulous sights I was able to see over the weekend. I've learned that I'm a much happier person when I get out of the house - so color me…
This beautiful violet stamp has been on my desk for a while so I was thankful to finish it up. The violets are one of the recent sets from Flourishes called Sweet Violets. Using Tombow Markers and European Watercolor Paper, I watercolored the violets and cut them out using Spellbinders…
Sweet friends, what an exciting week, right? I've taken some rest and for the first time in some time, turned off the lamp that burns the midnight oil. Today as I sit looking out at the rain, sipping a sweetly decadent cup of coffee, I know that life is good. Sometimes it takes a long time to…
Good morning to you blog friends!! I always love the beginning of a month because all the new stamps come out and there are so many possibilities. My mind sure gets busy, I just wish my hands could keep up!! Today I get to show one of the new JustRite Stamper Releases called Smile. I really do…
Hi there sweet blog friends!! Thanks for all the kind comments on the stroll back through some favorites. I've hopped around quite a bit and looked at quite a few similar posts in blogland; I find them inspiring too!! Well, its a glorious start to a new week and I have something new to share -…
Hi there, welcome to the Introducing Venise Lace Blog Hop with the Amazing Paper Grace Creative Team. Today we are introducing my new die collection called Venise Lace. It's never enough to see just the die, so each of the Creative Team has taken two of the dies and woven them into the types of…
Good morning friends! This has been the week of tone on tone here on my blog and I wanted to show you one more alternative. This is layered tone on tone where a glimmer of another color shows through from the back. Here again it adds some color but on this particular card helps to bring a…
Do I have a sneak peek for you? Ha - ha . . . (insert mischievous grin here). Yep. I could not wait to get these new stamps inky and I think they will take your breath away. With the hot trend that's going with doily's and the whole look of crochet and knit - I'm in heaven here!! I'm sneak…
Greetings friends! Mercy, this has been a week that has kept the mailman on his toes. I'm not complaining; I love it when I get happy mail and oh my, has it ever been happy. Of course you'll get to see everything, including new Spellbinders, as I get them made up into projects. One of the…
I'm giddy that I had time to play! I've been hankering to use a new border die that was jumping out of my stash. I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it and have another card coming to show you how crazy wonderful this new die is - Spellbinders Shells Duality. OMGoodness! Oh, and I have…
Hi there friends, this isn't my normal blog post, I do have a card to share at the end of my long post, but more than that, I have a story to share. If you like, feel free to skip to the end of all the blah, blah, blah if it's too much to read or if you are not an animal lover - I did promise…
Good morning friends :) I'm popping in to share a card with one of my favorite colorways. I'm not sure when the inspiration grabbed me, perhaps I was looking at my coffee or thinking about creamy chocolate when that "go" button clicked in my mind for a tone on tone card with cream and brown. …
Good morning friends. Checking in today for a short post. And for today . . . a change of pace. I spent some time pouring resin for a whole batch of Hat Pins so that I would have more custom pins on-hand. Fun! Then I decided Hat Pins and Pincushions would make a great handmade gift this…
. . . is a blessing. How about that sentiment - how long I've wanted something like that! JustRite Stampers is releasing this Kindness Set as an addition to the JustRite Cling Collection. As promised, I'm back with a reveal for this evening along with the other JustRite Designers. In lock…
Good morning dear blog friends! I have a project to share with you that I gave you a sneak peek of here last month. In retrospect, it is one of my favorites so I thought I'd share it with you in its entirety. As cardmakers I think inside we always hope that we'll share something that the…
My goodness I feel like I have tons to tell you today. Hang in there until I can tell you about my Blog Candy, okay? Sheesh, I haven't had Blog Candy since forever, but I have some for you at the bottom of this post. First of all, I'm so tickled to share some of the new releases…
Becca Feeken: Cardmaking, Crafting & Diecut Tutorials
Happy day dear Blog Friends! Today I have a new card to share and I have to say that as I made the card, I was swept with feelings of "real" empathy. I say "real" empathy because in years past my naivety would allow to me to say that I understood how someone else felt when in reality there was…
Oh my! This is one gorgeous and versatile Die! Definitely one you want to have in your collection, for sure!! It's great to use as a pocket, corner accent or stacked up like I did to make a shadowbox-type frame. The possibilities are endless! Not to mention, it's just a beautiful set of Dies! If you want to find out more about the Club - prices, how you sign up and what's included, please look --------> HERE. If you missed the introduction and want to know more about what inspired the Die of the Month Club, look ------->HERE. My First Project Today: I made a shadowbox frame with the smaller Die by stacking them up 4x on each corner with some foam dots between each layer. Love the intricate cuts in these Dies. So beautiful! I finished off the frame by adding the larger die from the Adoria Square Etched Dies to the top and then added lots and lots of pearls, flowers ribbon and stamped sentiment by Penny Black. For my Next Project, I made a "pocket card". This can be used to not only add a written note to the card inserted into the pocket but you can also add money or a gift card as well. I used the larger Die as the backdrop to my card. The smaller Die acts as a accent piece as well as helps to hold in my card. I like this idea for a Wedding card. I would put the card into a flat square box and also decorate it with these Dies. It would make a very pretty presentation. More inspiration is just a click away. Stop by with each Creative Team Member to see how they manipulated this die to come up with a unique project for you to try! Visit Kate - craft2owls.blogspot.com Visit Joanna – joannakrog.blogspot.com Visit Teresa – victorianpaperqueen.blogspot.com Visit Ewelina - elinaart.blogspot.co.uk Visit Melissa – keepsakesbymelissa.blogspot.com Visit Judy – judyhayesdesign.blogspot.com Visit Becca – amazingpapergrace.com/blog We can’t wait to see what you make with these exclusive dies – be sure to post your creation on the Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month page -------> HERE or on Instagram using the hashtag #AmazingPaperGraceClubKit Have fun hopping along!! :) hugs...
Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m so excited to have the opportunity to share a couple of projects using the new Picot Petite Collection by Becca Feeken. The delicate lace-like edge and stylish scrollwork designs in this collection of dies inspired me to create a trio of elegant and dimensional floral cards for a variety of occasions. Square Friendship Card This first card keeps it a little simple with lots of die-cutting and a touch of stamping. I chose a color scheme that would work for most seasons so that I could send this friendship card any time of year. Cut a piece of white cardstock using the Medium Picot Petite Square and two of the Quadrant Inserts from the Filigree Quartet Die Set. Nestle the insert dies as far into the two corners of the square die as possible and run all three dies through your die-cutting machine in one pass. Stamp a sentiment from the All Occasion Sentiments Stamp and Die Set into the space in the center of the die-cut between the filigree inserts. Cut mint cardstock using two of the Quadrant Rim dies from the Filigree Quartet Die Set and adhere them to the back of the sentiment panel (behind the Quadrant Insert cuts) with liquid glue. Die cut flower layers and leaves from pink and mint cardstock using the Cinch and Go Flowers Two Die Set. Shape the flower petals a bit with a ball stylus to give them some dimension. Adhere the flower layers together with liquid glue and add a matte yellow enamel dot to the center to finish them off. Die cut teal cardstock using the Large Picot Petite Square die. Adhere kraft cardstock cut to 5” x 5” to a top-folding white card base measuring 5.25” x 5.25” with tape runner. Pop the teal die-cut panel up on top using foam adhesive. Adhere the white die-cut sentiment panel to the center of the card with more foam adhesive. Arrange the flowers and leaves around the sentiment and adhere down with strong liquid glue. Spellbinders Supplies: Other Supplies Stampin’ Up Mint Macaron Cardstock, Stampin’ Up Tranquil Tide Cardstock, Stampin’ Up Pink Pirouette Cardstock, kraft cardstock, white cardstock, matte yellow enamel dots, foam adhesive, tape runner, liquid glue Ribbon Threaded Autumnal Card The delicate loop edges in this collection are perfect for ribbon threading, so I stepped this next card up a bit with a pretty satin ribbon edge and a little foiling too. I love the warm autumn feel of this thank you card! Cut white cardstock using the Medium Picot Petite Oval die. Starting at the middle of the longer side of the oval, weave ¼-inch golden yellow satin ribbon through the loopy border until you reach your starting point. Tie a small bow to connect the ends. Cut copper metallic cardstock with the Small Picot Petite Oval die. Apply Copper Glimmer Foil to a piece of white cardstock using the Borders and Sentiments Glimmer Hot Foil Plate Set and the Glimmer Hot Foil Machine. Die cut the sentiment out using the Label die from the Bed of Lace Die Set. Cut kraft and copper metallic cardstock with the Large Picot Petite Rectangle die. Adhere the kraft die-cut on top of the copper die-cut with tape runner, offsetting just a bit to allow a peak of copper to show through. Cut flower layers and leaves out of yellow, orange, and green cardstock using the Cinch and Go Five Die Set. Shape the flower petals with a ball stylus and adhere together with liquid glue. Add a small copper rhinestone to the center of each flower. Adhere the layered kraft die-cut to the front of a top-folding white card base measuring 4.75” x 6” with foam adhesive. Pop the ribbon-threaded panel up on top in the center of the kraft panel using foam adhesive. Adhere the copper oval and sentiment panels in the center with foam adhesive as well. Arrange the flowers and leaves around the sentiment panel and adhere down with strong liquid glue. Spellbinders Supplies: Other supplies Stampin’ Up Pineapple Punch cardstock, Stampin’ Up Mango Melody Cardstock, Stampin’ Up Pear Pizzazz Cardstock, Copper Kraft-Stock, white cardstock, copper rhinestones, foam adhesive, liquid glue, tape runner Making Spirits Bright Christmas Card Maybe I just have Christmas on the brain right now, but I couldn’t help but see an ornate tree shape in the beautiful designs of the Bed of Lace Die Set. So, I decided to use them to create a pretty background for this very festive slimline card. Trim pieces of white and green cardstock to 8” x 3.5”. Cut the white cardstock with the Decorative Insert dies from the Bed of Lace Die Set, using both in the center of the panel to create the “tree” shape and then each one inverted at the edges of the panel (an upside-down half-“tree” shape). Adhere the green panel to the back of the white panel with glue. Apply Gold Glimmer Foil to a piece of white cardstock using the Elegant Holiday Glimmer Plate Set and the Glimmer Hot Foil Machine. Die cut the sentiment out using the Label die from the Bed of Lace Die Set. Cut two more Labels out of gold metallic cardstock and adhere them (offset) to the back of the sentiment panel to form a shadow layer. Apply Gold Glimmer Foil to red and green cardstock using the Glimmer Poinsettia Plate Set and the Glimmer Hot Foil Machine. Cut the flowers and leaves out using the coordinating dies, bend each petal and leaf down the center to shape, and adhere the layers together with liquid glue. Mat the white background panel with gold metallic cardstock and red cardstock, and adhere them down to a top-folding white card base measuring 9” x 4” with tape runner. Pop the sentiment panel up in the center of the card front using foam adhesive. Arrange the flowers and leaves around the sentiment panel and adhere down with strong liquid glue. Spellbinders Supplies: Other supplies Stampin’ Up Cherry Cobbler cardstock, Stampin’ Up Shaded Spruce Cardstock, gold metallic cardstock, white cardstock, foam adhesive, liquid glue, tape runner I hope you enjoyed this trio of elegant floral cards and thanks so much for stopping by today. You can find more inspiration over at my blog AnnieBWills.com.
Spellbinders Etched Dies By Becca Feeken-Fluted Classics Rectangles This Fluted Classics Rectangles Etched Dies is from the Fluted Classics Collection by Becca Feeken of Amazing Paper Grace. Create three decorated edge frames with this set of nine thin metal dies. Simply nest the outer rim, insert die and inner rim together. The insert die edge has a combination of intricate grooves and pierced dots design along its edges. Decorated and solid shapes can also be created with this versatile set. What You Get (9) Stamp dies
First, let me tell you that I'm working on a much requested tutorial that I did not manage to have finished tonight, but should in the next day or so - be sure you keep checking back. Otherwise, I promised a review of 2009 and frankly it was kinda fun to look back and see some of the things I made…
Hello friends! Today, I have a "good friends" canvas to share! I created this for a new creative venture. I'm excited to be pa...
Another month has come and this month behind the scenes we've been marveling at all the ways you can use the September Die of the Month - Snip-It Flowers. At first glance, it looks like a background die; it is anything but a background die. It was designed so that each of the flowers can…
Good morning sweet friends! Hope you all are safe and sound especially if you are affected by the east coast blizzard. Today I'm sharing a simple new card with a frilly layering that looks like lace - I'm pleased as punch so of course I'll share the details. Inspiration started with the…
Alright, I confess I've been hibernating!! Well, I'm popping back up just in time to share some amazing news. I have a new Spellbinders die cut design collection called Romancing the Swirl coming out and I'm so thrilled to be presenting it in the UK on Hochanda TV in one week!!!! That's right,…
JustRite Papercraft Inspiration
3D Vignette Retro Television We are throwing things back today with a fun, vintage papercraft. We’re talkin’ before the days of streaming, flat screens, or even remotes! Gather up some old-school paper and glue—it is time to make a 3D retro TV. I cant Remember this type of Television but after my Grandparents explanation as a kid i know we needed to change the Television channels manually and not by a remote. Dies provided by Amazing Paper Grace were used in today's creations. My Projects for Today 3D Vignette Retro Television Etched Dies from 3D Vignette Collection. Follow me on YouTube! My second project is a c ard 6"x 6" and it is a vintage television. The 3D Vignette Availability: These dies and plates are available from Spellbinders right now! Click here: The 3D Vignette Collection. Supplies: The 3D Vignette Collection - 3D Vignette Retro Television Etched Dies from 3D Vignette Collection Other Supplies: - Craft Sensations - Rustic Textures - Craft O'Clock - Sleep Dream - Lemoncraft - Autumn Twilight - White cardstock - Brown cardstock - Silver foil cardstock For more The 3D Vignette Collection Inspiration Visit each Creative Team blog linked below for their take on creative paper crafting ideas using The 3D Vignette Collection. Visit Kate Skonieczna Visit Rajni Chawla Visit Joanna Wisniewska Visit Kathy Jo Wood Visit Tracey Sabella Visit Agnieszka Posluszny Visit Katarzyna Bobrowska Visit Robin Clendenning Follow me on Facebook! Follow me on Facebook! Follow me on Instagram! Thank you Katarzyna
Becca continues taking her love of classic embroidery and lace elements by introducing her latest layering collection of dies. A picot is defined as “a small loop or series of small loops of twisted thread in lace or embroidery, typically decorating the border of a fabric.” The set of 4 dies brilliantly represents the effect of picots. The 2 additional filigreed die sets add elegance and panache to any paper crafting project. Welcome to the latest segment of What’s New At Spellbinders. Join Creative Director, Kim Kesti, as she presents our brand new Picot Petite Collection by Becca Feeken from Amazing Paper Grace. Watch video below or on our Youtube channel: Picot Petite Collection by Becca Feeken S5-431 Picot Petite Circles: Create 3 sets of layered circles with this 4 die set. The elegant border details of the picots will elevate any project. Cut a window by layering the smaller die inside the larger one. BUY NOW S5-432 Picot Petite Squares: The 3 sets of picot squares created from this 4 die set will be the perfect base layer for any card. Create a window for a shaker cord or layering. Turn the square a quarter turn on your card for a stunning diamond. BUY NOW S5-433 Picot Petite Ovals: The largest of the 3 picot bordered ovals will splendidly anchor a 5” x 7” card. Add a touch of ink to the edges for a subtle effect. The 4 dies will allow for each oval to become an open aperture. BUY NOW S5-434 Picot Petite Rectangles: Three sets of rectangles work for both 5” x 7” and A2 card bases. The graceful looped designs, whether layered together or on their own will make any project stand out. BUY NOW S4-1072 Bed of Lace: This ingenious set of 7 dies creates a myriad of design elements. The split rim and insert design can be used on its own or put together to create a delicate, triangular element. The labels can be layered and used as a centerpiece for any of Becca’s stamp and Glimmer sentiments. BUY NOW S5-404 Filigree Quartet: Similar to Becca’s Filigree Drop in Circlet Doily (S5-405), this square version has exquisite lacy inserts that can be cut out on their own with a rim die or inlaid into the frame and cut out at the same time…so many possibilities! The 11 die set includes a small photo corner for inserting sentiments or framing your card. BUY NOW Spellbinders Supplies:
Hello Friends! Welcome to Day One of the JustRite Papercraft August Release!! Today we are showcasing Lacey Tiers Dies, a beautiful set of 3 dies designed by Becca Feeken. I also used Grateful Heart Vintage Labels Two for the sentiment and die cut it with coordinating Vintage Label Two Dies. My card base measures 6" x 6". I cut 2 smaller panels using designer paper and colored the edges with distress ink. I die cut Lacey Tiers with the same designer paper, colored with distress ink and adhered to card. The flowers were die cut with Spellbinders Rose Creations and the leaves were die cut with Bitty Blossoms. I colored the flowers and leaves with distress inks. I embellished the card borders and Lacey Tiers with self adhesive pearls. Products: JustRite Papercraft: Lacey Tiers Dies, Grateful Heart Vintage Labels Two, Vintage Label Two Dies. Spellbinders Dies: Rose Creations, Bitty Blossoms. Other Supplies: BoBunny Double Dot Cardstock, Ranger Distress Inks, Zva Creative Self Adhesive Embellishments, Foam Squares. Be sure to visit the JustRite Papercraft Design Team members listed below to see their beautiful creations. JustRite Inspiration Becca Feeken Kathy Jones Kristi Schurr Kellie Fortin Michele Kovack Darsie Bruno Marisa Job (here) Angela Barkhouse Kazan Clark Barb Schram Heidi Blankenship Thanks for visiting! Hugs! Marisa
Hi there blog friends! Hard to believe that we're barreling into March, but we are! Today I'm sharing a new release from JustRite Stampers called Hugs to You Borders and Centers. It's ohhhhhh, sooooooo elegant and the borders are thick!! This is a new set from the JustRite Ribbed Collection…
