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Create a Gorgeous Fall Card with Unity Stamp Co. Stamps by Tammy Hawes

November 12, 2024 No Comments

Looking for autumn card inspiration? Discover this stunning fall card designed by Tammy Hawes using Unity Stamp Co. stamps, featured in the Fall issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine. This beautiful project captures the warm hues and textures of the season, with Unity Stamp Co.’s “Barrel of Sunflowers” stamp as the captivating focal point. Perfect for bringing a rustic, seasonal vibe to your card collection! Get Your Fall Issue Today! This autumn-inspired card is just one of many projects featured in Creative Scrapbooker Magazine’s Fall issue. Grab your copy now and explore creative techniques, seasonal designs, and more inspiring ideas for your next crafting session. Supplies Used Unity Stamp Co.: Sunflower barrel stamp set (main image), coordinating dies, and paper clip Stampin’ Up!: Patterned paper, embossing folder, and punch Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Ink: For autumnal color blending Copic Markers: To bring the flowers and foliage to life Simple Stories: Brad…

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Creating a Shimmering Therm O Web Deco Foil Birthday Card by Heather Fischer

November 5, 2024 No Comments

Therm O Web Deco Foil Birthday Card designs are perfect for adding a touch of shimmer and sophistication to any occasion. This month’s spotlight features a stunning birthday card by Heather Fischer, combining Therm O Web’s Deco Foil with vibrant colors and intricate details. Heather utilized some creative techniques to achieve this card’s layered and luxurious look. Here’s how she brought each element together: Foiling for Floral Impact Using Therm O Web’s Deco Foil Adhesive Transfers with the “Blooming Friendship” design, Heather created a beautifully foiled floral centerpiece that draws the eye and adds elegance to the card. The gold foil’s sheen enhances the design, giving it a radiant look against the white cardstock. Layered Die-Cut Circles The Prism Studio Stitched Circle Dies provide layers that frame the foiled centerpiece, adding dimension and subtle texture. The stitched edges bring an intricate detail that enhances the elegance of the design. Soft…

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Technique Tasters with Cathie Allan: Steel Dies as Stencils Featuring Art Impressions

October 29, 2024 No Comments

If you’re looking for a unique way to bring your Halloween crafting to life, try using steel dies as stencils! In this tutorial, Cathie Allan shows us how to create a spooky card with Art Impressions products, using steel dies in a whole new way. Follow along with these steps to blend, emboss, and color your way to a ghostly masterpiece. Materials Needed: Art Impressions Steel Die – Web Die Set Art Impressions Ghost Stamp (Fright Night Set) Black pigment ink (VersaColor) Gina K Designs Black Embossing Powder Zebra Mildliner and ClickArt pens Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock Vellum paper Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. Blend Black Pigment Ink through the Steel Die Place the Art Impressions web die over a piece of Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock. Blend black pigment ink through the die to create a spooky, web-patterned background. 2. Double Up for Depth Slightly shift the steel die and apply a…

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Choose to Shine Flower Panel Using Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Products

October 13, 2024 1 Comment

Looking for a unique and shiny home décor project? The Choose to Shine Flower Panel created by Judy Hayes is the perfect project that showcases the versatility of Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L products. This stunning piece uses Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L’s 3D Foam Creative Sheets and Metallic Transfer Foil Sheets in Pastel Colors to create a beautiful flower panel with a polished metallic finish. To see the step-by-step instructions, visit their blog here. Here’s a look at two key steps in the process: 1. Creating the Flower Design with 3D Foam Sheets Judy begins by drawing a simple flower on a piece of paper, transferring the design onto a 3D Foam Creative Sheet from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. The foam sheet will later hold the colorful metallic foils that give the flower its shine. To learn more about this technique and see the full tutorial, visit the Scrapbook Adhesives by…