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Create a Stunning Winter Forms Our Character Wall Hanging

January 5, 2025 No Comments

Hey Creative Scrapbooker Fans! Are you ready to dive into a fun and creative project? Today, I’m sharing how to create a gorgeous Winter Character Wall Hanging that is perfect for your seasonal home decor. This project features the Winter Birds Collection from Simply Stated Design, dies from Elizabeth Craft Designs, and adhesives from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. Grab your favorite winter beverage, and let’s get started! Step-by-Step Instructions: Materials Needed: Simply Stated Design: Winter Birds Collection – Paper 1, Paper 3, Trees Ephemera, Bird Ephemera, and Essentials Ephemera Elizabeth Craft Designs: Stitched Indented Rectangle Dies Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L: 3D Foam Squares and E-Z Runner Permanent Tape Misc: Twine Step 1: Prepare Your Paper Elements Begin by die-cutting the 4” Indented Rectangle from Paper 1 and the 4 ½” Indented Rectangle from Paper 3 of the Winter Birds Collection. These layered rectangles will form the base of your wall…

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Create Beautiful Holiday Cards with Stamping on Patterned Paper

December 12, 2024 No Comments

Want to make your holiday cards extra special this year? Stamping on patterned paper is such a fun and simple way to create unique designs that wow your friends and family! In this latest Technique Tasters video, Karla Yungwirth from Creative Scrapbooker Magazine shares her step-by-step process for making gorgeous Christmas cards full of color, sparkle, and festive charm. Karla uses some of her favorite crafting tools and supplies from brands like Unity Stamp Co., Lindy’s Gang, Simple Stories, and more to create cards that are full of layers and personality. Whether you’re a seasoned cardmaker or just getting started, you’ll pick up lots of ideas to try in your own crafting. Here’s What You’ll Learn: How to stamp on patterned paper to create eye-catching backgrounds. Tips for layering stamps, inks, and embellishments for that perfect holiday look. Fun ways to use shimmer sprays, embossing powders, and adhesives to add…

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How to Create Stunning Cardinal Christmas Cards with Altenew Dies

December 9, 2024 No Comments

Crafting Cardinal Christmas Cards has never been easier or more fun, thanks to the exquisite layering die sets from Altenew. Using the Cardinal Love Layering Die Set and the Berry Branch Layering Die Set, this project comes alive with realistic textures, vivid details, and a festive touch that’s perfect for the holiday season. Let’s dive into the supplies and steps needed to bring this stunning card to life. Supplies You’ll Need Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock Altenew: Cardinal Love Layering Die Set, Berry Branch Layering Die Set, embossing folder, stencil, glitter cardstock Bazzill Basics Paper cardstock Ranger Tim Holtz: Distress Oxide Ink, SnowFall Grit Paste The Robin’s Nest: Creative Dew Drops Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L: Adhesive Dots, 3D Foam Squares, E-Z Runner Grand Step-by-Step Process Background Preparation: Begin with the Creative Scrapbooker Super Stock as your base. Use the Altenew embossing folder to create a textured stone wall effect. Ink the…

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Winter Cardmaking Inspiration with Pink & Main and Justin Adkins

November 26, 2024 No Comments

Winter crafting is in full swing, and the Pink & Main Stamps are here to bring your holiday cardmaking to life! Justin Adkins’ latest creation, featured in the Winter issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, perfectly captures the charm of the season. Using adorable critters, sparkling embellishments, and vibrant colors, this card is a wonderful way to celebrate winter. A Closer Look at the Card Justin’s card design features a cheerful seal, fox, and polar bear, all stamped and colored with Copic Markers for bold, eye-catching details. The soft pink background, created using Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink, provides a dreamy, snowy atmosphere. Glitter accents, enamel dots, and touches of foil add extra sparkle, while the sentiment “Warm Winter Wishes” ties the theme together. The use of Pink & Main’s Let it Snow Foilable Kit bring a professional-quality shine to the card. Featured Supplies Here’s what you’ll need to create this…

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Merry Little Christmas Card Tutorial with Katelyn Spencer

November 25, 2024 1 Comment

Hey Creative Scrapbooker Fans! Today, I’m thrilled to share how I created this Merry Little Christmas Card. This project features a blend of products from Ranger Ink, Creative Scrapbooker Magazine’s Super Stock, Penny Black dies, and Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. Follow along as I guide you through the steps to craft this festive card. Grab your favorite drink, and let’s dive in! Step 1: Create the Card Base and Window Cut a piece of Super Stock from Creative Scrapbooker Magazine to 4” x 5 ¼”. Place the Woodgrain Circle Die by Penny Black 3/8” from the top and ½” from the right of the cardstock. Run the piece through your die-cutting machine. Step 2: Prepare the Background Cut a se piece of Super Stock to 4 ¼” x 5 ½” for the card base. Die-cut the Tree Trio from Penny Black out of Super Stock. Blend Vintage Photo Distress Oxide…

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Win an Exclusive Scrapbooking Prize Package from Scrap Chicks!

November 20, 2024 1 Comment

WINNER – Congratulations to this week’s lucky winner – Ceri Sloan ___________________________________________________ Are you ready to take your crafting to the next level? Enter now to win an incredible Scrap Chicks prize package! Creative Scrapbooker Magazine and Scrap Chicks are teaming up to give one lucky crafter the ultimate bundle of scrapbooking and papercrafting supplies.This exclusive Scrap Chicks prize package includes: Eight layering die sets from Tonic Studios, featuring nesting circles, squares, rectangles, ovals, and their scalloped counterparts. These dies are perfect for creating professional-looking scrapbook pages and cards. Two Spellbinders Color Essentials Cardstock Packs (8.5” x 11”), providing vibrant colors for your crafting projects. A Nuvo Tape Runner to ensure your layers stick perfectly every time. This prize is valued at over $200 and is perfect for every paper crafting enthusiast, from beginners to advanced creators. The contest ends Friday, Nov 22nd at midnight CLICK HERE to ENTER! Good…

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Capture Christmas Memories with the Winnie the Pooh Christmas Collection

November 19, 2024 No Comments

The holiday season is the perfect time to create scrapbook layouts that capture cherished memories with family and friends. Johana’s Winnie the Pooh Christmas layout is a delightful example of using Echo Park Paper Co.’s Winnie the Pooh Christmas Mega Bundle to bring your holiday memories to life. This charming collection perfectly combines festive colors, heartwarming illustrations, and playful embellishments to make your projects extra special. Design Inspiration: Johana’s layout radiates warmth and holiday cheer with its red plaid background, layered patterned papers, and adorable Winnie the Pooh accents. The central focus is a series of heartfelt Christmas photos that exude joy and nostalgia. Echo Park’s beautifully illustrated stickers, ephemera, and chipboard phrases bring the design to life with a whimsical touch. Close-Up Highlights: Sentimental Touches: The phrase “As long as we know in our hearts what Christmas ought to be, Christmas is” adds a meaningful quote to the layout.…

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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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Capturing Autumn Memories with Foiled Leaves – A Stunning Scrapbook Layout by Jessica Michaels

November 11, 2024 No Comments

Looking for inspiration for your next fall scrapbook layout? Jessica Michaels has created a breathtaking design using Therm O Web Deco Foil Color Harmony Transfer Foils and Toner Sheets to add a metallic touch to autumn leaves. This layout, featured in the Fall 2024 issue of Creative Scrapbooker Magazine, captures the cozy essence of autumn with warm colors and playful foiled elements. Jessica used Park Lane cardstock and 49 and Market patterned paper as the base, layering it with Elle’s Studio stickers, a Paige Evans date stamp, and Ranger Archival ink for added texture. Heidi Swapp Color Shine brings a subtle sparkle, while the foiled leaves take center stage, crafted with Therm O Web Deco Foil Color Harmony and Toner Sheets for a striking effect. The Therm O Web Deco Foil adhesive from Gina K. Designs, combined with Therm O Web iCraft adhesives, ensures the foils stay perfectly in place.…

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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…