This is really easy and very messy to make so don't have a go if you've just had your nails done! It's a great size to add as a spooky embellishment on the front of a card YOU WILL NEED: 1) one paper clip 2) one length if kitchen towel - (torn to about 20mm (0.75 inch) wide) 3) one length of brown paper (35mm wide x 170mm long (1.4inches wide x 6.5inches long) 4) PVA Glue 5) distressing inks 'forest moss' & 'brushed corduroy' 6) short length of sewing cotton 7) paint brush 8) crystal glitter to highlight (optional) 9) Ranger 'Glue N seal' to finish (optional) INSTRUCTIONS: 1) Start with your paper clip and straighten it out. 2a) Cut it to around 70mm (2.75inches) long 2b) Give it a 'witchy bend' or two 3) Dab your inks onto a waterproof surface - I've used a glass coaster here. 4a) Squeeze some PVA glue onto the ink and mix the colours into it. You don't need as much glue as this - my nozzle popped off!!! 4b) Drag the kitchen towel through to load it with the mix. 5) Bind the paper clip to the end and back again. Don't worry if it hangs off either end you can trim when it's dry 6) Clean the glue off your surface and apply more ink. Roll the 'broom handle to and fro to pick up more colour. This is best done before the 'handle' dries. note: You can also pick up the ink on a paintbrush to cover any stubborn recesses (clean your brush straight after). 7) Ink up your length of brown paper - using the same colours as before. 8) Allow to dry, or blast dry with a heat gun, then cut fine strips across the full length. 8a) Be sure to leave about 15mm (0.6 of an inch) uncut along the top. 9a) Cut fine slits across the other (top) side leaving about 6mm (0.25 inches) uncut 9b) You don't have to do this all the way along about three quarters of the length then trim off from there 10) Run some glue down the uncut area and, starting with the trimmed end (shown in 9b), roll the paper length tightly onto the 'broom handle' 11) This is how it should look 12) Run your length of cotton through some ink to colour it. Apply glue to the uncut area of your 'broom' and wind the cotton tightly round. 13) When the glue has dried snip into the broom you're aiming to make the 'bristles' irregular in length 14) Scrunch the 'bristles' to make tem untidy - think 'bed head' hair style (scruffier the better)! Fan out the short bristles - (along the top, nearest the handle). You can highlight with crystal glitter or just varnish with something like Rangers 'Glue N Seal' It has a matte finish but gives a nice gentle glow. Hope you give it a go and thanks for popping by! X
Use our printable template and cutting chart to make a DIY Explosion Box full of photo and memories for your special someone!
Eine Exploding Box ist einfach zu basteln und sie eignet sich sehr gut als Geschenk. Der Überraschungseffekt ist jedenfalls garantiert.
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Exploding Box Class - "An Exploding Year" - by Anso Please feel free to use these instructions to make your own boxes. You are free to link to this page from any forum etc if you wish. Please do NOT copy this information and/or photos to use for your own classes/forums/webpages without permission. Please also note that I'm not claiming that I have invented the exploding box, but these simple step-by-step instructions and photos are mine. Class Supply list: For the box you will need: * 3x 12x12 sheets of cardstock For the lid you will need: * 1x 12x12 sheet of cardstock (though this can be A4 also, you only need a 6 ¼”x6 ¼” piece) Tools: * trimmer * scissors * scoring tool, like a bone folder etc, or the scoring blade if you have a Zision trimmer or similar * glue (I would recommend double-sided tape PLUS a wet glue like Glossy Accents, Diamond Glaze etc) * 4 paperclips (to hold card in place while drying) – optional * corner rounder – optional * inkpad for edges of card - optional I would recommend that your four sheets are either exactly the same colour, or different shades of the same colour. Of course, if you want more of a rainbow effect (!) you could use four sheets of totally different colours. I have used two different shades of green Bazzill. The class with mainly focus on how to make the exploding box itself. However I will also supply some photos of my finished box. If you wish to continue after the class and decorate your box you will need: about 5-6 sheets of co-ordinating patterned paper (assuming you want to cover the “pages”) up to 26 small photos (assuming: one on each “flap”(front and back), one in the middle of the box and one on the top of the lid) ribbon to go around the lid (optional) any other embellishments etc that you want to use. The class is called “An Exploding Year” because my box will feature “random” photos from the past year…so it’s kind of like a summary of a “year in a box”. First of all – please don’t be put off by how long the instructions are. It’s only because I have made them VERY simple and step-by-step with lots of pictures. Making the box and lid (not decorated) only took me 30 minutes. And then I had to stop all the time to take photos of the different stages. Normally I work in metric, but for making this box it’s actually easier to make it using inches…so that’s what we’ll do. Ready? 1. First we’ll do the box itself. Take your three sheets of cardstock and cut them as follows: • one sheet to 9 x 9 inches • one sheet to 8 5/8 x 8 5/8 inches • one sheet to 8 ¼ x 8 ¼ inches 2. Now score each sheet according to the measurements below. You score on all four sides (see photo below). • score the 9 x 9 sheet, 3 inches in from each side • score the 8 5/8 x 8 5/8 sheet, 2 7/8 inches in from each side • score the 8 ¼ x 8 ¼ sheet, 2 ¾ inches in from each side 3. Following your scored lines, cut off all four corners on all three pieces. 4. At this point (and this is optional) you might want to ink the edges (don’t forget to do both sides!) and/or round the corners. 5. Now you need to glue together your pieces. It’s easiest if you start by putting the smallest piece on to the middle piece and then the medium (+smallest) piece onto the largest one. I would suggest you use double-sided tape for this. You ONLY put your tape/glue on the MIDDLE square. Like this: …and don’t forget you do NOT need glue on the back of your largest piece. Once you have put them together, you should end up with something looking like this: 6. Fold up the edges of your scored lines. 7. Now you can put the box to one side. It’s finished for you to continue decorating now or later. Onto the box lid: 8. Take your piece of cardstock for the lid and cut it to: 6 ¼ x 6 ¼ inches 9. Now score the lid, 1 ½ inch in from each of the four edges. 10. Right, this might be a bit tricky to explain in words, but the photo below should help you. TURN YOUR CARD OVER and you need to score from the tip of each corner, diagonally, until you meet your scored “corner” lines. See photos: 11. Fold all your scorelines and pinch the corners and fold them inwards. See photo: 12. Glue the corners in place. I found that double-sided tape was NOT strong enough for this (it holds for a little while and then lets go) so I would recommend a wet glue, something like Glossy Accents or Diamond Glaze for this. You can either hold the corners for a little minute until the glue is dry enough to hold the corners in place, or you can use some paperclips to hold the corners in place while drying. ...your lid should now be finished and look like this: And your finished complete box should look something like this: If you want to continue decorating your box, I would recommend the following measures for your paper (I’m swapping to metric now since it’s easier to be more exact): • one 7,5x7,5 centimetre square for the top of the lid • one 6,5x6,5 centimetre square for the centre inside your box • eight 7x7cm squares for your largest “pages” • eight 6,7x6,7cm squares for your medium “pages” • eight 6,5x6,5 cm squares for your smallest “pages” Round your corners and/or chalk your edges if wanted. I have used Chatterbox papers for mine and this is what my box looks like decorated: I have used small photos in mine. I used 20 photos in my box. One on each page (not on the lid, centre square, or the four sides that makes up the outside of the box) and I printed my photos: 8 photos to a 15x10cm photo (6x4 inches). Very easy if you have an Epson PictureMate. Each little photo measures: 5x4 cm. And here is my finished box: I hope you have enjoyed my class and thank you so much for taking it! Anso
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Use our printable template and cutting chart to make a DIY Explosion Box full of photo and memories for your special someone!
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Witajcie Ostatnio na Scrapińcowych półkach pojawiło się wiele przepięknych nowości świątecznych. Między innymi jest choinka 3d, co mnie bardzo cieszy :). Tak, więc postanowiłam zrobić dla Was exploding box z choinką. Ścianki boxu przyozdobiłam tekturkami z kolekcji Cherish Christmas. Do wykonania pracy użyłam: Do zobaczenia ;)
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Hi Everyone! Welcome to my Blog & thank you for paying me a visit! Today i have the most amazing & really cool exploding box for you. When i say 'exploding' i really mean it! It will definitely give the recipient a very big surprise when they take the lid off! The ideas is that you fill the box with confetti, sequins & even small sweets if you like. When the lid is taken off the box pops right up & all the contents jump all over the place! I love it. I came across a few of these boxes on youtube but the tutorial i watched was from someone called 'The Creative Guy' I have linked his video in my Youtube description. I did not follow his tutorial (sizes etc) I just made up my own sizes & made my box from layered card rather than cardboard. It really is super simple to make & all you need is Card, paper, 4 small elastic bands and confetti, sequins etc. I made my box in a Valentines theme but of course you can make yours anyway you like. It would be fantastic for a kids party or just a regular Birthday etc. I really think you will love this box if you give it a try. You can find all the measurements below in metric & imperial. At the end of this post i will also put the link to my Youtube Tutorial. I explain step by step how to make this box. MEASUREMENTS THE SIDES OF THE BOX MEASURE 3 X 3" I LAYERED 4 PIECES OF CARD TOGETHER TO MAKE ONE SIDE. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL NEED 18 PIECES OF 3 X 3" 16 PIECES FOR THE SIDES & 2 PIECES FOR THE BOX BASE. OR 7.6 CM X 7.6 CM 8 PIECES OF PATTERNED PAPER FOR THE INSIDE & OUTSIDE OF THE BOX MEASURING 2 7/8" X 2 7/8" OR 7.3 CM X 7.3 CM CARD FOR THE LID MEASURES 7 1/8" X 7 1/8" SCORE ALL 4 SIDES @ 1" & 2" OR 18.1 CM X 18.1 CM SCORE ALL 4 SIDES @ 2.5 CM & 5 CM I will be back again on Friday with another tutorial. I can tell you that it will be something for the Guys!! Bye for now Ann xx
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I have a new Exploding Box mini album to share with you today created with my Bloom Street collection! HERE is a process video for assembling the base only using Oh My Heart instead of Bloom Street. Check out this quick flip through so you can see how this mini album looks in action: It looks like a regular little box when closed with the lid on it and then when opened, the mini album "explodes" out! It's super fun and interactive. On the lid (cut from Paper 12) I used the "hello" Puffy Vinyl Sticker, a Floral Die Cut, and "LCP" letters pulled from the Puffy Word Stickers which stands for Little Craft Place since this album is all about when I taught there last fall! Here is what the mini album looks like when splayed open. Lots of layers and goodies to find! Before I designed my own exploding box cut files, I used this one by Snapdragon Snippets. I cut the largest layer from Paper 02, the middle from Paper 05, and the smallest layer from Paper 23. I trimmed a 2 1/2" square piece of Paper 23 and added it to the center then placed Floral Foam Thickers overlapping to say "LOVE THIS". Then I stapled a pink Puffy Vinyl Sticker at the top of the "I". Here are pictures going clockwise, layer by layer. All embellishments are from Bloom Street! I framed this photo with a floral sticker from the 4-Page Sticker Book cut in half. For a cool border, I wrapped the edges with Washi Tape. I don't stamp a lot, but when I do, it sure is fun to use coordinating stamps like the Acrylic Stamps found in Bloom Street! Find unique ways to incorporate journaling like around a circular die cut. Because there is about 1/2" size difference between the layers, you can actually make quite bulky layers and they'll still fit perfectly! Use those sequins and chipboard stickers and buttons! I created a little pocket to hold extra photos and tied baker's twine through the hole for texture and whimsy. I hope you're inspired to pick up my Bloom Street collection and create a fun and interactive exploding box mini album! Thanks for stopping by and I'll see you again soon! SUPPLIES: Patterned papers, stickers, die cuts, stamps, sequins, washi tape, embellishments: BLOOM STREET; Cut file: Exploding Box by Snapdragon Snippets Large White Memory Explosion Box Large Kraft Memory Explosion Box Small White Memory Explosion Box Small Kraft Memory Explosion Box 12x12" Paper Pad Sprinkle 12x12" Paper Pad 6x6" Paper Pad Double Sided 6x6" Paper Pad Foil 6x6" Paper Pad Glitter 6x6" Paper Pad Decorative Trim Assortment Embellishment Mix Heart Paper Clips Celebration Banner Stickers Balloon & Gift Layered Stickers Celebration Stickers Phrase Stickers Envelope Stickers Adhesive Pocket Cards Chipboard Frame Stickers Pink Letter Stickers Puffy Photo Corner Stickers Shapes & Phrases Die Cuts Travel Die Cuts Birthday Die Cuts Holographic Paper Doilies Holographic Glitter Set Mint Glitter Set Blue, Pink & Gold Glitter Set Confetti Washi Tape Rainbow & Pastel Washi Tape Rainbow & Holographic Washi Tape
Hi, my friends! Don't we all love these moments, when you know exactly what you'd like to do - the idea is just waiting for us to get to the table and start creating? I surely do! When my "Galaxy Box", which I was making to get ready for my FB Live show - Mixed Media Minutes - was ready I knew I want to turn it into something truly magical! I love altering books, boxes and creating shrines and shadowboxes, so the idea to follow the "space" theme, and create something matching inside was natural... the only question was... what? Luckily, in the set with the stencil, I was using there was my freshly designed set of stamps - with sentiments and astronomy- inspired elements - sketches, schemes, moons and suns in different sizes. The biggest moon was a perfect inspiration - and soon my "magical" shadowbox was ready! I took a bit of lace and cheesecloth, Art Basics Black Heavy Gesso and Art Alchemy Paints - and created the background for my moon and the quote which I stamped on a piece of painted paper. I added some pearls and Art Stones to imitate the meteors, planets and cosmic dust... and I looked through my stash to find all the black and shiny elements I could find! It's a shame you can't show on the photo how shiny and sparkly this box really is - sequins and glitter are never easy to catch on the camera! You have to take my word - it is absolutely beautiful, dark, subtle and magical at the same time! I put the product links together for you to help you find products I was using for my tiny, "galactic" shadowbox. All links are taken from Mixed Media Place Store, but many products you will be able to get at Michaels Stores (US and Canada only). Here you can see the outside of the box - and great news it is not only stunning but also not hard to do at all! I planned this project as an introduction to Art Alchemy Opal Magic and Sparks paints as well as experiments with texture - Stone Effect Pastes and my favourite ever: Art Stones and Mini Art Stones. You can easily replace Art Alchemy Opal Magic Set - Unicorn from Michaels with single jars of Opal Magics available worldwide: Yellow-Blue and Violet-Green! Would you like to know how to decorate a box like this, step-by-step? No problem! There is a recording of my Mixed Media Minutes FB Live waiting for you here, on my FB Page (don't forget to subscribe t be up to date with the latest news, projects, tutorials and more!) or you can watch the cropped and trimmed video below! Product list - international version is below! Don't forget to visit our new page, perfect for those of you, who are starting the mixed-media adventure - it is full of simple videos, tutorials and 101 mixed-media projects! Now you can sign up to the newsletter to make sure you won't miss our new tutorials, promotions and surprises... and if you are US or Canada based you can win a 100$ Gift Card too! I hope you will enjoy - and don't forget the share the info about the tutorial and www.finnabairatmichaels.com page with your artsy and crafty friends! Sending all the best wishes to you all
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