Butterfly Card

January 23, 2013, 1:00 am

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Hi!

My name is Daria. I live in Russiawith my husband and daughter Evelina. I have been scrapbooking for 6 years. I’m a woman of many interests. I love to create scrapbook layouts and making cards. I love to create mixed-media projects and I love coloring.

I teach my own classes in scrapbooking and mixed-media  in my city and another cities of my country. And I’m one of the owners of the Russian Scrapbooking magazine “Scrap-Info”.

I love Sizzix products and I’m very happy to be a part of the Sizzix Design Team. 

These are some of my previous projects using Sizzix products.

Scrapbook layouts

Note for my daughter. She loves owls. And this owl is very cute.

Card

Advent calendar

And today I show you my new card – Butterfly Card.

Items used:

Big Shot Machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Butterfly #3 (657686)

Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK - Squares, Scallop (657566)

Echo Park papers – Victoria Gardens (6x6 paper pad)

Webster’s Pages bloomers – Celery, Candy Pink

Versa Magic ink – Pink Grapefruit

Liquid Pearls – Petal Pink

White cardstock

2x small white adhesive pearls

How to make:

1. Fold a piece of white card in half to create a base card of 15x15cm. Cut a piece of striped paper to the same size and glue to the front. Round the right corners and ink the edges.
2. Cut a piece of the pink paper 13x13cm and  round the right corners. Ink the edges.  Glue this piece to the left side of the card.
3. Cut a scallop square from white cardstock using Scallop Square Framelits Dies.  Glue to the centre of the pink paper.
4. Stamp text above the white scallop square.
5. Use liquid pearls on the edges of the pink square. Wait until it dry.
6. Cut a butterfly using the Butterfly Die. Glue all the butterfly details together. Glue the butterfly to the centre of scalloped square.
7. Glue the bloomers on to the butterfly’s body.
8. Use liquid pearls on the edges of the butterfly’s wings. Add two white pearls to the butterfly’s             horns.

I hope you liked this.

Daria.

Здравствуйте!
Меня зовут Дарья. Я живу в России со своим мужем и дочкой Эвелиной.

Я люблю создавать странички и открытки, делать проекты миксд-медиа, и раскрашивать. Я провожу мастер-классы в своем городе и других городах своей страны. Так же я одна из основательниц первого российского журнала по скрапбукингу - "Скрап-Инфо".

Я очень люблю продукцию Sizzix. И я очень рада быть частью этой замечательной дизайн-команды.

Выше я показала некоторые из своих ранее сделанных проектов, с использованием продукции Sizzix. А затем совсем новую открытку созданную специально для этого блога. 

Материалы, которые я использовала для создания этой открытки:

Big Shot Machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Butterfly #3 (657686)

Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK - Squares, Scallop (657566)

Бумага Echo Park  – коллекция Victoria Gardens (набор 15х15 см)

Цветочная лента Webster’s Pages –  цвета Celery и Candy Pink

Чернила Versa Magic – цвет Pink Grapefruit

Жидкий жемчуг – Petal Pink

Белый кардсток

2 маленькие белые самоклеющиеся жемчужинки

И инструкция по ее созданию на русском языке.

1. Сложите белый кардсток пополам так, чтобы у вас получилась основа для открытки размером 15*15 см. Отрежьте полосатую бумагу из набора такого же размера и приклейте ее на лицевую часть открытки. Скруглите правые углы и затонируйте края.
2. Отрежьте кусочек розовой бумаги размером 13*13 см. Скруглите правые углы и затонируйте края. Приклейте, выровняв этот кусочек по левой стороне.
3. Вырежьте ажурный квадрат используя 2 ножа из набора Scallop Square Framelits Dies. Приклейте этот квадрат по центру розовой бумаги.
4. Отштампуйте текст над ажурным квадратом.
5. Поставьте точки жидким жемчугом по периметру розовой бумаги. Чтобы не смазать в процессе дальнейшей работы, дождитесь, чтобы они высохли.
6. Пока точки сохнут, вырежьте бабочку, используя Butterfly Die. Склейте все ее детали. Затем приклейте бабочку в центр ажурного квадрата.
7. Приклейте цветочную ленту на тело бабочки.
8. Поставьте точки жидким жемчугом по периметру деталей бабочки и приклейте 2 жемчужины на ее усики.

Открытка готова! Она не очень сложная, но выглядит свежей и очень милой! Надеюсь вам понравится!

Дарья.

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Splash of Colour

January 23, 2013, 3:32 am

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It's seems that most of the UK and Europe shivers beneath a blanket of snow and ice, I could create something appropriate and seasonal but I thought it might be better to introduce a splash of Summer colours to cheer us all up.

In a couple of days I am off to the Creativeworld Trade show in Frankfurt, Germany and this is one of several projects I created for Rayher at whose stand I will be demonstrating a range of Sizzix products and techniques.

For this project I used the following dies from The Botanical Sanctuary range by Scrappy Cat:

• Sizzlit L Die - Butterfly by Scrappy Cat (658062)
• Sizzlit L Die - Flowers Climbing on Vine by Scrappy Cat (658066)
• Sizzlits 3 Die set - Butterfly Set #3 by Scrappy Cat (658068)
• Sizzlits 3 Die set - Sunrise Blossoms by Scrappy Cat (658070)

Rather than cut coloured card or patterned paper I am using my favourite heavy weight white card from Inspire Me Papers. I use the Sizzlit to cut a full shape and just the flower heads.

Using various shades of distress inks (most dye inks will do) and an applicator I colour the foliage starting with the lightest colour (Mustard Seed) and finishing with the deepest (Faded Denim).

Next, I like to use a Mister to give a gentle blotchy effect which I enhance by blotting the die cut with Tissue paper. From the second die cut, cut away both flower heads and apply the colours of your choice to each. Mount the flower heads and foliage together before sealing with Spray and Sparkle varnish from Crafter's Companion.

Use the same techniques to create a number of colourful die cut flowers and butterflies.

Finally, attach each one to a simple garland made of twigs which is available from a number of shops which supply home décor dress items. Now all you have to do is sit back and dream of warmer days to come.

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January 24, 2013, 6:30 am

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Snowmen have been built, sledges used – and lots of heart blocks made.

I hope you’ve enjoyed making them – and you still don’t have to decide what you are going to make!

This week we are going to add borders/sashing to each block.

For each block you will need two 1.5” strips cut from the width of the fabric – 1 each of red and black.

I cut these using die 658327 and the Big Shot machine.

To add variety I used strips from different red fabrics.

First add the black strips to the top and bottom of the block, and then to each side.

Repeat with the red fabric.

Continue to add the borders to each block.

Remember to press the seams as you go.

Next week will be the time to decide what to make with these blocks because that will decide how we add sashing to complete the top.

At the moment I’m thinking maybe a pair of place mats, or a bed runner – but that decision will have to wait!

Happy sewing,

Angela

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January 24, 2013, 8:08 am

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Hello!

Let’s work on a freestyle layout today!

I used only one set of dies for this one: 

Framelits Butterflies#4: 658290.

Supply list:

Cardstock: Toga

Papers: I Lowe Scrap

Alphabets: Making Memories

Die cuts: American Crafts

Stickers: American Crafts

Cloth labels: Basic Grey

Washi tape

Stamps: Paper Artsy, 7Gypsies

Inks: Adirondack, Archival

Spray inks: Glimmer Mist Tattered Angels

Others: eyelets, Indian ink, tags

No obvious dies on this one, I simply used a paper scrap in which I’ve been cutting out butterflies for a previous realisation.

So let’s have fun with this newly made stencil and spray inks! I worked my background with matching shades spraying Sunshine Glimmer Mist ink. I built my page around this effect, adding some paper scraps, tags and a few accents.

To make the butterflies stand out, I also used this 100% handmade stencil and worked on some of the shapes with a watermelon Adirondack ink and a cut’n dry foam piece.

Let’s add some stamps and my layout is done!

I really like this layout, especially since I got to use die-cut papers left-overs 

Have a nice day,

Karine

Bonjour

Une page assez freestyle pour aujourd'hui ! Avec une seule référence de die utilisée : les dies Framelits Butterflies#4 : 658290

Liste du matériel :

Cardstock : Toga

Papiers : I Lowe Scrap

Alphabets : Making Memories

Die cuts : American Crafts

Autocollants : American Crafts

Etiquettes en tissu : Basic Grey

Washi tape

Tampons : Paper Artsy, 7Gypsies

Encres : Adirondack, Archival

Encres en spray : Glimmer Mist Tattered Angels

Divers : oeillets, encre de chine, tags

Sur cette page pas de dies apparent, je me suis simplement servie d'une chute de papier dans laquelle j'avais découpé des papillons pour une page passée.

Je me suis donc amusée avec ce nouveau pochoir et mes encres en spray ! J'ai travaillé mon fond pratiquement ton sur ton en vaporisant du Glimmer couleur Sunshine. J'ai construis ma page tout autour en rajoutant quelques chutes de papier, des tags, et quelques embellissements.

Afin de bien faire ressortir mes papillons, je me suis servie du même pochoir 100% fait main et j'ai retravaillé quelques formes cette fois-ci avec une encre Adirondack ( watermelon) et un morceau de cut'n dry.

Quelques tampons supplémentaires et ma page est terminée !

Je dois dire qu'elle me plait beaucoup, j'aime particulièrement cette façon de réutiliser les chutes de découpes :)

Bonne journée à vous

Karine

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January 25, 2013, 12:00 am

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Hi Everyone!
I'm Anna, from Middle Italy. I'm the author of the blog Cafe Creativo.
I started sewing and scrapbooking as a form of therapy and it has blossomed into a full blown addiction. Through these hobbies I've met some of the most wonderful people and I had amazing opportunities to inspire others. It's truly been a gift!

This is my first post here on Sizzix blog! I'm more than excited to share my projects and ideas.
I am working hard trying to learn English, sorry ;)
Let me introduce myself with a collage of some of my works:

I am here today to share what's my first project: the theme is Valentine’s Day… I thought about unconventional colors! Love this color combination!

Here is my project: I made a card and a gift bag to go with it. I packaged some chocolates in little wax paper bag.

Items used to make the card:

Sizzix Big shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Tiny Tabs & Tags (657188)
Sizzix Bigz die – Hearts (656334)
white cardstock
turquoise patterned paper
pink glitter cardstock
scrap and strip of paper
vanilla tissue paper
pink and white twine
paper doily
color ink
sequins
two-sided tape, glue

How to make card:

1- Cut a stripe of white cardstock of 15x30 cm. Fold the paper in half to make your card blank.
2- Cut a rectangle 9 cm x 14 cm from patterned paper and adhere in the center.
3- Let a few drops of color ink in the highest position.
4- Apply a piece of paper doily on the right edge.
5- Add a tag using the Die - Tiny Tabs & Tags. Some twine to finish it.
6- Add on a piece of cream tissue paper. Then apply the strips of paper.
7- Printed and add a small "love" close to the twine.
8- Cut a heart out (656334) of pink glitter cardstock. Stick it on with 3d double side tape.
9- Take white thread and roll it a bit. Placed close to the heart.
10- Then, use the sequins and glue them.

Items used to make the little gift bag:

Sizzix Big shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz die – Hearts (656334)
Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK – Squares (657565)

waxed paper bag
pink glitter cardstock
turquoise / teal lace or ribbon
scrap of paper
scrap of old book
pink and white twine
paper doily
little wood clothespin
glue

How to make a paper bag:
1 - Cut the bag's opening with one of Framelits square, placed diagonally, so as to create a pennant.
2 - Fill the bag with chocolates and then fold the pennant.
3 - Apply the doily, folded in half, on the top edge.
4 - Take two strips of paper. Cut with Framelits to create the pennants.
5 - Add a bit of turquoise lace.
6 - Cut a heart out (656334) from pink glitter cardstock. Glue it on.
7 - Keep it all together with a clothespin.
8 - Some twine to finish it.
9 - If you want, insert a little tag with your message.
Thanks for stopping by and till next time happy crafting!

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Per le amiche italiane! :)

Ciao a tutti!
Mi chiamo Anna, ma nel web sono conosciuta come Anna Drai. autrice del blog Cafe Creativo.

Ho cominciato a cucire e scrappare come forma di terapia per liberarmi dallo stress, ma ben presto si è trasformata in una dipendenza in piena regola!!! E' attraverso questi hobby che ho incontrato alcune delle persone più straordinarie che conosco ed ho anche avuto la possibilità di ispirare e trasmettere voglia di fare agli altri. E’ stato davvero un regalo piovuto dal cielo!
Questo è il mio primo post qui sul blog Sizzix! Sono stra-felice di condividere i miei progetti. Lasciate che mi presenti con un collage dei miei lavori (foto collage sopra).
Ma veniamo a noi, sono qui oggi per condividere quello che è il mio primo progetto.
Il tema affrontato in questo post è San Valentino, ma non in maniera convenzionale, almeno per quanto riguarda i colori ;) Questa combinazioni di colori è una delle mie preferite!
Ho realizzato una card e un pacchettino dove ho messo dei cioccolatini. Se usate sacchetti in carta oleata per alimenti, ci si può infilare anche dei bei biscotti fatti in casa, che sono sicuramente molto buoni e apprezzati! ;)

Ecco, dunque, il mio progetto che potrà comunque essere declinato per altre occasioni, quali anniversari, compleanni, festa della mamma, pensierino per un’amica ecc. Il biglietto potrà anche essere d’ispirazione come copertina di un mini-album, che dite?

Per realizzare il biglietto avrete bisogno di:

Sizzix Big shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Tiny Tabs & Tags (657188)
Sizzix Bigz die – Hearts (656334)
cartoncino bianco
carta fantasia turchese
cartoncino glitter rosa
avanzi di carte varie
carta velina color vaniglia
cordoncino bicolore (rosa e bianco)
centrini di carta
colore spray o acrilico diluito
paillettes
biadesivo spessorato, colla

Procedimento:

1- Tagliare una striscia di cartoncino bianco di cm 15x30. Piegare il foglio a metà per avere la base del vostro biglietto.
2- Tagliare un rettangolo di 9 cm x 14 di carta fantasia e incollarla al centro del biglietto.
3- Lasciate cadere alcune gocce di colore sulla parte alta della card.
4- Applicare un pezzo di centrino sul bordo destro.
5- Aggiungete una tag tagliata con la fustella 657188. Aggiungete anche un po' di cordoncino in fondo alla tag per rifinirla.
6- Incollare sopra un pezzo di carta velina. Quindi incollate un paio di strisce di carta. Io ho usato anche un pezzo di copertina di recupero di una relazione!
7- Stampate e incollate una piccola scritta “love” vicino al twine.
8- Tagliare un cuore (fustella 656334) dal cartoncino glitter. Attaccatelo con il nastro biadesivo spessorato.
9- Prendete del filo bianco e “ingarbugliatelo” un po', quindi incollatelo dietro al cuore.
10- Infine utilizzando le paillettes e la colla date dei piccoli punti di luce qua e là. Il vostro biglietto è così terminato!

Per realizzare il sacchettino avrete bisogno di:
Sizzix Big shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz die – Hearts (656334)
Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK – Squares (657565)
sacchetto in carta oleata (tipo quelli per alimenti)
cartoncino glitter rosa
pizzo o nastro turchese/verde acqua
una striscia di carte fantasia rosa
pagina di vecchio libro
cordoncino bicolore (rosa e bianco)
centrino di carta
mollettina di legno
colla

Procedimento:
1- Tagliare l'apertura del sacchetto con uno dei Framelits quadrati messo in diagonale, in modo da creare una bandierina a coda di rondine.
2- Riempire il sacchettino di cioccolatini o dolcetti e piegare quindi il il bordo a coda di rondine.
3- Applicare il centrino, piegato a metà, sul bordo in alto.
4- Prendere un paio di strisce di carta: io ho usato una striscia a righe rosa e una pagina di un vecchio libro. Tagliate anch'esse con i Framelits per creare sempre l'effetto “coda di rondine” su entrambe le estremità.
5- Aggiungere sopra, al centro, un pezzetto di pizzo o nastro turchese/verde acqua.
6- Tagliare un cuore (fustella 656334) dal cartoncino glitter e incollarlo sopra. Quindi incollare il tutto sul centrino.
7- Appuntare il tutto al sacchetto con una molletta.
8- Aggiungete anche un po' di cordoncino bicolore per rifinire.
9- Se volete, inserite una mini tag con il vostro messaggio. Il vostro packaging è così terminato!
Se avete domande sono qui...
Grazie per esservi soffermate a leggere il mio post e soprattutto... happy crafting!!! :)

scrappy 9 patch pouch tutorial

January 28, 2013, 1:00 am

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Hello again everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and if you've had snow it is starting to thaw out!

Today we're going to make a simple drawstring pouch using scrap fabrics. It's lovely little pocket sized project that won't take you more than about half an hour and once you've made one I'm sure you'll be itching to make more. They're ideal for keeping your sewing-on-the-go kit all together, or for handbag essentials like your keys, lipstick, a pack of tissues and so on. You can also fill them with little treats for birthday presents - try travel size toiletries for grown ups and sweets or small toys for children.




Dies used;

Sizzix Bigz Die - 2" finished (2 1/2" unfinished)
Sizzix Bigz XL 25" Die - strips 2 1/2" wide

If you have a Big Shot Pro you can also use;
Sizzix Bigz Pro Die - square, 6" finished (6 1/2" unfinished)

Finished size - approx. 6" square

Use your 2" finished die to cut a total of 18 squares from a variety of fabrics. The more the merrier!
Cut 1 strip using the strip die 2.5" x at least 14"

Cut 2 x 6.5" squares for the pouch lining







Using scissors, cut the strip into 2 pieces, each measuring 6.5" in length. Fold the edges over by 1/4" or so, and press, and 1/4" or so again, and press. Then fold each strip in half along the length, wrong sides together, and press again. Set aside.

Assemble your patchwork pouch pieces by sewing 2 sets of  9 squares into 3 rows of 3 (a 9-patch!) Press well.
Pin a folded strip to the outside top of each 9-patch - aligning the raw edges together, and sew on using an 1/8" seam






With right sides together, and with the now attached folded strips at the top, pin and sew around the sides and bottom of the pouch. Leave the top unstitched - that's the opening! Once stitched, turn right side out and press.




Repeat with the lining pieces - right sides together, sew down each side and across the bottom - leaving an opening at least 2" wide for turning.

Now place the patchwork pouch inside the lining - right sides together, and lineup the raw edges at the top. Pin and sew all the way around the top using a 1/4" seam.



Turn right ways out - pulling the patchwork pouch out through the hole you left at the bottom of the lining. Close the opening in the lining, either by hand stitching or by sewing close to the edge with your machine.



Push the lining into the patchwork pouch.



Use 2 lengths of ribbon or cord, each one approximately 15" long and thread through the folded strips that have formed the drawstring channel (use a bodkin or safety pin to help you with this!), and either knot off each end, add a bead, or button or use a small scrap of fabric as a tab.

Stuff with your choice of essentials and you're done!




You can adapt this idea to make a pouch of any size. It's a great way to use up stray quilt blocks you may have made - simply change the measurements of the lining pieces and the strips for the drawstring channel accordingly. For example - 12.5" unfinished blocks would need 2 strips 2.5" x 12.5", and 2 squares for the lining each measuring 12.5" square.

Quick rule of thumb - your unfinished block size is the same as the lining squares size (cut 2) and the drawstring channel strips (width of unfinished block = length of each strip). You need 2 lengths of ribbon or cord for the drawstring that are approximately 2.5 x the width of the pouch (eg - for the 12" pouch, cut 2 lengths each 30" long)

Winter notebook

January 28, 2013, 1:42 am

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I love notebooks. I have always a variety on hand to write down anything I want to remember and also I think they are a great gift because who does not love a notebook totally customized and handmade?

Today I showcase this notebook conceived as a  winter journal and the simple step by step to make it.

Supply list:

• 655268 Sizzix Big Shot machine
• 656917 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die - Chip Block
• 657599 Sizzix Framelits Die Set 3PK - Frame, Damask
• Papers: Pink Paislee, Core'dinations
• Ink: Ranger Distress ink
• Adhesives: Double sided tape, white glue, Glossy Accents
• Others: Moleskine craft notebook, white gel pen,  twine, ribbon, clear rhinestones

Cut out a pattern paper a centimeter smaller than the cover of your notebook, ink the edges with distress ink and glue it to the cover. Then, using the Big Shot, die cut all the frames with pattern paper and cardstock. Ink everything and glue it well centered on the cover.  Die cut also the title of the notebook,  glue it and varnish with Glossy Accents.

Now let's decorate the notebook with a touch of white gel pen, rhinestones,  some twine stucked  around the paper to make it more finished and make the closure with a colorful bow.

Happy Monday!

Elena

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Me encantan las libretas, siempre tengo una gran variedad a mano para apuntar cualquier cosa que quiero recordar y, además, me parecen un regalo estupendo porque, ¿a quién no le encanta una libreta totalmente personalizada y hecha a mano?

Hoy os enseño esta libreta decorada pensada para utilizar como diario de invierno y el sencillo paso a paso para realizarla.

Materiales:

• 655268 Sizzix Big Shot machine
• 656917 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die - Chip Block
• 657599 Sizzix Framelits Die Set 3PK - Frame, Damask
• Papeles: Pink Paislee, Core'dinations
• Tintas: Ranger Distress ink
• Adhesivos: Cinta de doble cara, cola blanca, Glossy Accents
• Others: Libreta craft Moleskine , boli de gel blanco,  cordón, cinta, brillantitos

Corta un papel decorado un centimetro más pequeño que la tapa de tu libreta, entinta los bordes con distress y pégala al lomo. Después, utilizando la Big Shot, troquela todas las medidas del marco con papel decorado y cartulina, entíntalo todo y pégalo a la tapa bien centrado.  troquela también el título de la libreta (en este caso invierno) y una vez pegado barnízalo con Glossy Accents.

Ahora vamos a decorar la libreta con unos toques de rotulador de gel blanco, unos brillantitos, un cordón pegado alrededor del papel para que quede mejor terminado y un lazo bien vistoso como cierre.

¡Feliz lunes!

Elena

Recyled Box

January 29, 2013, 1:00 am

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Hello all Sizzix fans.
Now it's Tuesday again and it's my turn to show you what I have made this time.
This Tuesday I will show you a recycle and decorated box.
My nephew who lives in London, has taken the Christmas Pudding cake to Denmark.
My family knows I love to recycle and decorate boxes.
This box I decorate with paper from Riddersholm design, used embossing powder, alkohol ink and distress ink.I have used different sorts of Sizzix dies and stamps.
Dies I have used:
655258  Big Shot Machine
657496  Distressed Doily
656631  Hanging Sign
656632  Hardware Findings
657916  Flowers, Daisies

Supply list:
Paper: Riddersholm design-Fall Flea Market-
Manila tag: small one
Ink: Distress Ink-Dosty Concord
Ink: Hero Art Shadow Ink-Cup o' Joe-mid-tone
Embossing powder:Distress powdre-Dusty Concord
Alcohol ink: Wild Plum, Terra cotta, gold
Pearl:Half pearls Pontura paint-purple-

Thanks for stopping by and hope it gave you some inspiration. See you next Tuesday

Pia

Genbrugs æske.
Hej alle Sizzix fan.
Nu er det tirsdag igen og det er min tur til at vise hvad jeg har lavet.
Min nevø som bor i London har taget denne Pudding kage æske med hjem til Danmark.
Min familie ved at jeg elsker at genbruge og dekorere æsker
Denne tirsdag vil jeg vise min genbrugsæske som er dekoreret med Riddersholm design papir, brugt embossing pulver, alkohol ink og sværte. Jeg har brugt flere forskellige Sizzix dies og stempler.

Dies jeg har brugt:
655258 Big Shot Machine
657496 Distressed Doily
656631 Hanging Sign
656632 Hardware Findings
657916 Flowers, Daisies

Andre materialer:
Papir: Riddersholm design-Fall Flea Market-
Manila tag: en lille str.
Ink: Distress Ink-Dosty Concord
Ink: Hero Art Shadow Ink-Cup o' Joe-mid-tone
Embossing pulver :Distress powder-Dusty Concord
Alkohol ink: Wild Plum, Terra Cotta, Gold
Perler: Half pearls Pontura paint-Purple-
Tak fordi du kiggede med og jeg håber du fik lidt inspiration.Vi ses næste tirsdag

Pia



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Hi everyone....I love to make tags and today I have use Manila Tag #12...LOVE this size ♥ it's perfect for cards. I have used some of my favorites Sizzix Dies in this project. 
  

• 656950 Sizzix Vagabond Machine Only - inspired by Tim Holtz
• 656636 Sizzix Bigz Die - Gadget Gears
• 657211 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Mini Gears Set 
• 657217 Sizzix  Movers & Shapers - Vintage Cabinet Card  
• 657007 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Accessory - Base Tray L  
• 657216 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Mini Ticket Set 
• 657838 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Vintage Fan & Globe Set  
• 657179 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die - Tattered Banners
• 656917 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die -  Chip Block 
• 658289 Sizzix Framlits & Stamps - Banners  

Cardstock : Manila Tag # 12, Chipboard, Grungeboard.
Stamps : Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz Collection
Distress Stain - brushed corduroy, broken china, black soot, gathered twigs
Inks - Distress Ink Pads - vintage photo, broken china, walnut stain, gathered twigs, 
           Archival Ink - Jet Black.
Dabber : Pitch Black, Silver 

 Ok..let us start to make this tag/card :o))
1. Distress the tag on the innside and outside with distress stain - broken china, brushed corduroy and water.
2. Fold the tag to a card.
3. Cut out Mini Ticket. 
4. Cut out Vintage Cabinet Card, Gadget Gears and Vintage Fan.
5. Distress it with dabbers, stains and distress ink pads.
6. Stampon bothsides of the card.

7. Stamp the banner on distresset Manila cardstock, cut it out.

Love this banner stamp and die ♥

8. Glue "4 you" on the banner.

9. Glue some 3D foam on the Vintage Cabinet Card and glue it to the card, (on the back of the card).

10. Sprayed the card with dylusions - black marble here and there.

 The card is finished...here you can see the inside of the card.

Some close up pictures.

Thanks for stopping by....see you next week :o))

Anne Kristine

Heisann. Jeg elsker å lage tags, i dag har jeg brukt Manila Tag #12. Kjempefin størrelse som passer perfekt til kort. På dette prosjektet har jeg brukt noen av mine favoritter blandt Sizzix Dies.

• 656950 Sizzix Vagabond Machine Only - inspired by Tim Holtz
• 656636 Sizzix Bigz Die - Gadget Gears
• 657211 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Mini Gears Set 
• 657217 Sizzix  Movers & Shapers - Vintage Cabinet Card  
• 657007 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Accessory - Base Tray L  
• 657216 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Mini Ticket Set 
• 657838 Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die Set - Vintage Fan & Globe Set  
• 657179 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die - Tattered Banners
• 656917 Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die -  Chip Block 
• 658289 Sizzix Framlits & Stamps - Banners  

Kartong: Manila tag # 12, chipboard og Grungeboard.
Stempler : Stampers Anonymous Tim Holtz Collection
Distress Stain - brushed corduroy, broken china, black soot, gathered twigs
Stempelputer - Distress Ink Pads - vintage photo, broken china, walnut stain, gathered twigs, 
           Archival Ink - Jet Black.
Dabber : Pitch Black, Silver 

Ok...la oss starte å lage dette tag/kortet.

1. Distress tag'en på både innsiden og utsiden med distress stain - broken china, brushed corduroy og vann.
2. Brett tag'en til et kort.
3. Stans ut Mini Ticket. 
4. Stans ut Vintage Cabinet Card, Gadget Gears and Vintage Fan.
5. Distress disse med dabber, stains og distress ink pads.
6. Stemple på begge sider av kortet.

7. Stemple vimpelen på distresset Manila kartong og stans ut med Sizzix Die.

Liker veldig godt dette vimpel stempelet med tilhørende dies. 

8. Lim "4 you" på vimpelen.

9. Lim noen 3D puter på Vintage Cabinet Card og lim det på baksiden av kortet.

10. Spray kortet med dylusions - black marble her og der.

 

Takk for at du stikker innom her og vi ses neste uke.

Anne Kristine 

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Hello!

Embossing has been a very popular technique in my scrapbook classes over the last few years. People like that you can emboss paper and turn any piece of paper into a new one, adding texture and a 3D effect to your crafty projects.

Today, I would like to show you a 8x8 layout I made, mixing patterned paper with white cardstock that I previously embossed and inked!

But first of all, here's what you'll need for this layout : 

• a Big Shot (655268)
• Sewing and measuring Tape Embossing Folder set (657671)
• Papers (Studio Calico)
• Stamps (Studio Calico, Technique Tuesday)
• Badge (October Afternoon)
• Wood veneers (Studio Calico)
• Alphas (American Crafts)
• Inks (Versafine)
• Mists (Studio Calico)
• Cut'n'Dry foam (Ranger)

First of all, you need to cut a piece of white cardstock size 4x4". Then, insert it once inside the embossing folder and run it through your Big Shot.

As the width of the embossing folder is 4", you just have to run it through your Big Shot once.

Once your white cardstock is embossed, grab your favorite Studio Calico mists and add colors to the top embossed designs, using a cut'n'dry foam.

While you let this dry, start glueing your picture on the upper right side.

You can start stamping your background (here I used a ROAD TRIP stamp by Technique Tuesday) and create embellishments with title stamp (like the I love this life stamp by Technique Tuesday).

Once your embossed paper is dry, glue it at the top of the paper, near your photo.

Use your sewing machine and sew all around the edges.

Add your title, wood veneer embellishments, badge and label and you're good!

I am loving this size more and more so you might see more of these layouts in the near future! :D

Have a great day!

Céline

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Hi!

I love to create a mixed-media projects, and thus work with paints, stamps, spray, stencils, etc. And Sizzix helps me to create interesting backgrounds. Also I often use the resulting figures as key elements of collage. This is very convenient, because I do not need to suffer and cut with scissors.

So today I want to show you a small notebook, which was made with mixed-media techniques.

Items used:

Big ShotMachine (655268)

SizzixSizzlits Decorative Strip Die - Curly #2 (657706)

Sizzix BigzDie - Heart, Stem & Leaves (657691)

SizzixSizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die - Inside Out (657827)

Craft paper

My Mind's Eye paper – Stella&Rose (6x6 pad)

Acrylic Paint – Yellow, Turquoise

Decoupage Glue – Art Potch

Adirondack ColorWash– Sunset Orange

Glitter Making Memory – Buttercup

Crystals

DifferentStampsandRub-Ons

1. I used the Curly die to make more textural background. I cut out of the paper curl, and then used it as a mask with yellow paint.

2. I sprinkled orange spray and smeared it across the collage to change a shade. And then I used the spray to created drips.

3. I cut a flower-heart using Heart, Stem & Leaves  die.

4. I glued the parts of the flower-heart on the collage with decoupage glue.

5. Then I added shadows using paints and a permanent marker. Then I added decorative elements (rub-ons, stamps).

6. I cut a text using Inside Out die. Then I glued it using decoupage glue.

7. I covered the entire surface of the collage by decoupage glue, added glitter around the heart and in the middle of the flowers.

And notebook cover is ready. The notebook size is 6.5x15,5 cm.

Have a nice day,

Daria.

Всем привет! 

Я очень люблю создавать миксд-медиа проекты, а значит работать с красками, штампами, спреями, трафаретами и т.д. И продукция Sizzix очень часто помогает мне создать интересные фоны (например, я использую получившиеся вырубки в качестве масок). Так же я часто использую получившиеся фигуры в качестве основных элементов коллажа. Это очень удобно, т.к. не нужно мучиться и вырезать ножницами.

Итак, сегодня я хочу показать вам небольшой блокнот, у которого обложка сделана в коллажной технике.

Материалы:

Big ShotMachine (655268)

SizzixSizzlits Decorative Strip Die - Curly #2 (657702)

Sizzix BigzDie - Heart, Stem & Leaves (657691)

SizzixSizzlits Decorative Strip Alphabet Die - Inside Out (657827)

Крафт-бумага

Бумага My Mind's Eye – коллекция Stella&Rose (набор 15*15 см)

Акриловая краска – желтая и бирюзовая

Декупажный клей – ArtPotch

Спрей Adirondack Color Wash – цвет Sunset Orange

Глиттер Making Memory – цвет Buttercup

Стразы

Различные штампы и натирки

1. Для придания большей фактурности фону я использовала нож с завитками. Для этого вырезала из бумаги завиток, а затем использовала его как маску с желтой краской.
2. Побрызгала оранжевым спреем и размазала его по поверхности коллажа, чтобы изменить немного оттенок. А затем этим же спреем создала потеки.
3. С помощью ножа вырезала цветок-сердце, подбирая бумажки, подходящие под цвет фона. Сердце из одной бумаги, стебель и листья из другой.
4. С помощью декупажного клея, приклеила детали цветка-сердца. От декупажного клея спрей может размазаться, поэтому наносим клей аккуратно. И даже если он размажется и попадет на ваш цветок, то ничего страшного в этом нет. Цветок просто еще лучше впишется в общую цветовую гамму коллажа.
5. Добавила тени с помощью краски, обрисовала контуры тонким перманентным маркером. Добавила декоративные элементы (такие как штампы и натирки).
6. Вырезала надпись, используя нож с алфавитом, и приклеила ее на декупажный клей.
7. Промазала всю поверхность коллажа клеем. Добавила глиттер вокруг сердечка и в серединки цветочков. Дождалась пока всё высохнет и обвела буквы.

Обложка для блокнота готова. Размер блокнота 6,5х15 см.

Хорошего дня!

Дарья.

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Just got back from the Frankfurt Creativeworld Trade Fair. it was lovely to be working for Rayher again and to bump into a few familiar faces along the way. I spent four days demonstrating Sizzix alongside Ranger ink  products which is easy because they compliment each other so well. 

With that in mind I thought I'd create a few tags using a fabulous new set of embossing folders designed by Tim Holtz. They are sized specifically to work with ATC's but they fit perfectly onto a medium sized tag too.

I have created three different tags which you can see above and I'll show you the steps to make each in the coming weeks but we will start at the beginning with Number one...

I used a variety of Distress inks, mainly yellows and browns, I know people have their own favourites so feel free too use whatever you prefer. The Sizzix products used are:

• Movers & Shapers Base Die - Tag & Tie by Tim Holtz (657859)
• Sizzix 'Texture Trades' Embossing folders - Numbers Set by Tim Holtz (658573)

Die cut a tag from smooth heavy weight white card and choose a stamp about the same size as your tag, I'm using a nice floral garland, coat the stamp using an embossing ink pad and stamp directly onto the '1' embossing folder (negative/reverse side). The ink will remain wet so when you emboss the image will transfer onto your tag. remove the tag and sprinkle clear embossing powder over the surface before shaking off any excess, fix with a heat tool and you can now start to apply colour using yellow distress ink and a sponge applicator, the clear embossing powder resists the ink so it remains white.

Start to add more colour, perhaps one of the lovely orange shades before deepening the colour around the edges with a dark brown ink pad like Walnut Stain or Vintage Photo. Spritz some water onto the tag using a Mini Mister and blot the tag with kitchen roll to create an interesting finish. Finally, die cut a strip of lace border and ink the edges prior to attaching to the base of your tag.

I added a stamped clock face to the left of the tag, it just seemed to balance the design better. add some string or twine through the hole and your done, Hope you like it, if you do, tune in next week for part 2!

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Hello!

Here is a card for a baby boy that is born recently :) For this "Bienvenue" card, I used two different dies and an embossing folder.

657996 Card, Scallop Circle insert

658605Sizzix Thinlits Die Set 9PK - Doilies, Lovely

657809 Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 2PK - Beatnik Bouquet Set

Supply list:

Papers: Basic Grey, Kési'Art

Brads: American Crafts

Die cut: American Crafts

Stamp: Craft Origine

Ink: Black Versafine

3D adhesive

In an anise green paper, cut out a large scallop circle with the die "Card, Scallop Circle insert".

Superimpose two circles with scooped-out heart shapes. Choose papers with totally different colors so that your accents stand out more.

The last circle is glued with 3D adhesives. The rocking horse is a die cut that is glued with 3D adhesive as well.

Add a title stamped with black ink.

Glue the whole on an embossed white paper. Then glue this rectangle on a red paper.

Then choose a matching background paper as a finishing touch.

Here you are! My card is ready to be sent!

Have a nice day!

Karine

Bonjour,

Une petite carte de naissance pour un joli bébé garçon qui vient de naître :) J'ai utilisé pour réaliser cette carte "Bienvenue" deux différents dies ainsi qu'une plaque à embosser.

657996 Card, Scallop Circle insert

658605Sizzix Thinlits Die Set 9PK - Doilies, Lovely

657809 Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 2PK - Beatnik Bouquet Set

Liste de matériel utilisé :

Papiers : Basic Grey, Kési'Art

Brads : American Crafts

Die cut : American Crafts

Tampon : Craft Origine

Encre : Versafine noire

Mousse 3D

Commencez tout d'abord par découper un grand rond festonné avec le die "Card, Scallop Circle insert" dans un imprimé vert anis.

Superposez deux cercles avec des coeurs évidés, sélectionnez des papiers aux couleurs bien opposées pour que vos décorations ressortent au maximum.

Le dernier rond est monté en 3D avec des mousses. Le petit cheval à bascule est un die cut monté élevé lui aussi à l'aide de mousse.

Complétez avec un titre tamponné en noir.

Collez le tout sur un papier blanc embossé. Le rectangle sera ensuite matté en rouge.

Enfin,choisissez un papier de fond assorti pour finaliser votre carte.

Et voilà ! Ma carte est prête à être expédiée !

Bonne journée

Karine

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January 31, 2013, 7:19 am

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What a difference a few days make!

Last week as I wrote this blog the heating was on and there was about 10cms of snow outside, today the window is open, the sky is a beautiful blue and there are tiny snowdrops in bloom in the garden.

This week I have been away, with some of the team at Ellison, in Frankfurt at Paperworld.  Here we are with the stand set up – and it gives a tiny glimpse of things to come later in the year. 

 It also meant that I didn't have as much time to create as many blocks as I had planned, so I have decided  to make a wall hanging with 3 of my blocks.

 I chose 3 blocks that had a variety of shades of red and joined them together with 2.5” wide sashing as shown below.

I then added sashing down the sides to completely frame the blocks.

I layered the work with a backing fabric and wadding ready to quilt.

Next week I will complete the wall hanging and show you what comes next.

Happy stitching.

Angela

Moulin Rouge Brooch

February 1, 2013, 12:00 am

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Happy Friday everyone,
This week I wanted to show you a textile jewelry item: I created a brooch! This flower is so fun and pretty and so easy to make. I really love making flowers, especially out of felt. It brighten up blazers, plain blouses, aprons and lots of other stuff!
My brooch is inspired to “Moulin Rouge” movie: I used a combination of colors in black and red.

Items used to make the brooch:

Sizzix Big Shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Tattered Florals (656640)
Sizzix Movers & Shapers Magnetic Die Set 2PK - Mini Tattered Florals Set (657488)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Flower Layers #5 (656522)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Leaves (657119)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Owl #2 (657694)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Circles (656333)
Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die – Ornamental (656641)
Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK w/Stamps - Flowers, Daisies (657916)
Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 2PK - Butterflies & Flowers Set (658298)

Decide on the colour combinations you’re following. For mine I used: red, black, bordeaux red – but you could use whatever you have.

felt (more color)
scrap of fabric
scrap of black lace
tulle fabric
sequin
wool pom pom
a brooch back or safety pin
needle and thread or hot glue
white cardstock

How to make:

1- Use the flowers Dies (656640, 657488, 656522) to cut out your layers of petals. I used 6 layers of petals. Make sure each layer varies in shape, size, material and colour.
2- Assemble: Start with the smallest and work backwards. Sew or use hot glue.
3- Cut out a heart (657694) of felt and glue in the centre. Glue a sequin above.
4- Use the leaves Die (657119) to cut out your layers of leaves. I used 2 layers for each leaf: felt and black lace.
5- Attach the leaves in the back of flower. Glue or sew the yarn pom pom wool.
6- For the back: Cut a felt circle (Die 656333), just big enough to hide all the ugliness. Cut slits in it to slide a part of the safety pin behind it. Then thoroughly hot glue the whole thing down! Voila you have a beautiful brooch!
7- For the card: Use the Die Ornamental (656641) to cut out your tag. Stamp with the stamp Framelits set 657916. Lastly use Embossing Folder. Drill two holes to sticking the brooch.

I love so much create this brooch that I made another, in other colors.



It's a nice gift for someone sweet!
Have fun and do let me know if you attempt to make one of this :)

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  Per le amiche italiane! :)

Felice venerdì a tutti!

Questa settimana ho creato una spilla floreale, ispirandomi al film Moulin Rouge. In Italia si avvicina il Carnevale e quel film, con le sue scenografie e i costumi eccessivi, è una fonte d'ispirazione perfetta per questo periodo dell’anno. Il rosso domina su tutto, così come scure e cupe sono le tonalità che prevalgono nella parte più drammatica. E così ho scelto proprio questi colori per realizzare la mia spilla, che ho poi accompagnato ad una semplice card, pronta per essere regalata.

Ma vediamo di spiegarvi come ho fatto.

Per realizzare la spilla avrete bisogno di:

Sizzix Big Shot machine (655268)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Tattered Florals (656640)
Sizzix Movers & Shapers Magnetic Die Set 2PK - Mini Tattered Florals Set (657488)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Flower Layers #5 (656522)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Leaves (657119)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Owl #2 (657694)
Sizzix Bigz Die - Circles (656333)
Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die – Ornamental (656641)
Sizzix Framelits Die Set 6PK w/Stamps - Flowers, Daisies (657916)
Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 2PK - Butterflies & Flowers Set (658298)

Decidete prima la vostra combinazione di colori. Io ho scelto i colori: rosso, rosso bordeaux e nero.
feltro di due o tre colori
avanzi di stoffa
avanzi di pizzo nero
tulle o voile
paillette
filo di lana pom pom
una spilla piatta o una spilla da balia
ago e filo oppure colla a caldo (secondo le preferenze)
cartoncino bianco (o altro colore in tinta unita)

Procedimento:

1 - Utilizzare le fustelle a forma di fiori (656640, 657488, 656522) per tagliare i vostri strati di petali. Io ho usato 6 strati. Assicurarsi che ogni strato sia diverso per forma, dimensione, materiale e colore. (vedi foto in alto)
2 – Montare il fiore: Iniziare dal fiore più piccolo e lavorare a ritroso. Cucire insieme gli strati o usare la colla a caldo, secondo le vostre preferenze.
3 - Tagliare un cuoricino di feltro usando la fustella 657694 e incollarlo al centro del fiore. Incollare sopra una paillette, scegliendo un colore in tono con la spilla.
4 - Utilizzare la fustella a forma di foglie (657119) per tagliare i vostri strati di foglie. Io ho usato 2 strati per ogni foglia: feltro e pizzo nero, per ognuna.
5 - Fissare le foglie nella parte posteriore del fiore. Cucite o incollate anche il filo di lana pom pom.
6 - Per il retro: tagliare un cerchio di feltro (fustella 656333), grande quanto basta per nascondere tutte le imperfezioni. Praticare due piccole fessure per far scorrere la parte fissa della spilla sul dietro. In questo modo la spilla rimarrà incastrata nel feltro e non si muoverà. Quindi incollare il cerchio con la colla a caldo premendo sul retro del fiore. Voilà, ecco la vostra spilla!
7 - Per la card: utilizzare la fustella Ornamental (656641) per tagliare la tag. Timbrare con i timbri del set Framelits 657916: io ho usato la frase sull'amicizia e i fiori, perfetta! ;) Infine utilizzare l'Embossing Folder per embossare la vostra card. Praticare due fori per attaccare la spilla. Ecco un'idea regalo per le vostre amiche, magari un pensierino inaspettato per il Carnevale!

Mi è piaciuto molto accostare il pizzo con il feltro di colore in contrasto. Questa spilla-fiore è così divertente e così facile da fare... che ne ho realizzata subito un altra con altri colori, più di tendenza!

Un’ultima cosa: come mi avete segnalato, i commenti in questo blog non sono visualizzati, ma non vi preoccupate, la vostra visita qui è già un gesto cortese da parte vostra ed un enorme piacere per me! :)

Alla prossima settimana!

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February 1, 2013, 6:16 am

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Hi everybody!
As you probably know last days were super busy not only for me but also for all Sizzix team! We were attending very big European show, Creativeworld in Frankfurt. For me it was first time and I was thrilled I could meet wonderful people from the team I could only admire online! What experience! I was lucky to help in Sizzix booth - doing some demos and presentations. Just look how pretty the display was - the team spent a lot of time carefully choosing the elements, preparing samples and decorating the stands. Can you see new cute design of the Big Shot machine? Yes, it is aqua blue now!

Here is Angela and her breathtaking fabric kingdom  I can't believe what  beautiful projects she can do with pieces of fabric and Sizzix dies... 

And here I am with some friends from the booth. It was busy but fun and in great atmosphere! Thank you so much for warm welcome :)

Of course I had some job to do too! I was doing demos and during one of the days I prepared a layout based on new Prima Marketing paper collections (Life Time) and my "Mechanicals" - metal embellishments. 

Here is finished project - I used some older and some new Sizzix Tim Holtz dies, which were used both traditionally and in unconventional way - to create a stencil to make some extra pattern in the background of the project. To add extra texture I used decorative strip from Dena Designs.

 

Sizzix products:

- Sizzix Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die - Decorative Hearts (Dena Designs) - 658000
- Sizzix Bigz XL Alphabet Die - Word Play - Tim Holtz - 657837
- Sizzix Bigz Die - Picture Wheel - Tim Holtz - 658558 

And some detailed photos - you can see how gesso was applied through the "alphabet leftover" stencil and how all the elements are layered.

I hope you enjoued this small "trip" with me - see you soon!
xoxox
Finn

Creativeworld recap

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As you probably know by now, last week a group of us went to Paperworld as Sizzix had a stand in the Creativeworld section. I flew on Wednesday and did not come back till Tuesday very late. It was really exhausting, but all in all a great experience.

The stand look great as usual.

 The machines centre display was clever and a great focal point. And look, for the first time one of my collections was in display. Actually there were two, Fresh Moments (which is available now)and Winter moments (which you can see on the right side of the left photo). It was a very special moment to see the dies and display up.

I was really happy to be demoing for one of our UK distributors, Personal Impressions, which is a company really close to my heart. I had a blast in no small measure because I was beside the fantastic Dyan Reaveley. Such a fun and inspirational woman.

One great thing about trade shows is that we get to meet different companies, and since I love paper getting to know the people at Garza Papel (amazing 100% cotton paper) or the guys at St Cubherts Mill was great! Specially the samples I got to take home.  

Mr Pete Hughes was demoing at the Rayher stand, one of our distributors. You know, he is a big hit there, with crowds gathered around him all day long!

And behind Pete there was this lovely display made by the Rayher in house design team which was made entirely using dies from my Everyday collection, the Butterflies and Scallop Flowers. Seeing that was really surreal as I did not expected at all! 

And the super talented and incredibly nice and funny Anna was demoing at our Sizzix Stand. I stalked her like crazy!

Can you spot the new look of the Big Shot? Such a pretty machine. And the comes with a completely different set of dies exclusive to the starter kit, which you are going to love if you like Everyday.

ScoreBoard ATC Box

February 2, 2013, 4:00 am

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I'm ready for spring- aren't you?

Here's a look at a couple of dies from my new collection, From The Heart. I made a ScoreBoard ATC Box from matboard and matching ATC card. The box will also hold candy, jewelry, small treasures, business cards, gift cards and lots of other fun things. There are Movers & Shapers that coordinate but I chose to leave the box plain this time.

Here are the Sizzix dies I used:

658056  Sizzix ScoreBoards XL Die - Box, Artist Trading Card

658053  Sizzix Bigz Die - Flower Layers w/Heart Petals

658050  Sizzix Sizzlits Die Set 3PK - Hearts & More Set

657721  Sizzix Bigz Die - Borders & Hydrangeas

657119  Sizzix Bigz Die - Leaves

657114  Sizzix Bigz Die - Flower Layers #9

658054  Sizzix ScoreBoards L Die - Gift Card Folder & Label

657184  Sizzix Movers & Shapers Die - ATC & Corners

Other Supplies:
ink, paper, tissue paper, buttons, stamp, drywall tape, Bazzill chipboard, Viva Decor Inca Gold- platinum, double sided adhesive, hand dyed seam binding, watercolor paper, adhesive pearl

1. Cover a piece of matboard with some drywall tape. With a stencil brush, using a circular motion rub ink on through the tape, then peel it off. Don't worry about getting even coverage. 
2. Run stencilled matboard through die cut machine using ATC Box die.
3. Assemble box using strong double sided adhesive. 
4. Rub brown ink along the edges of the box.
5. Cut Heart Flower from off-white cardstock. Distress edges with brown ink. Position flower on box and add leaves and zigzag border. Add button to middle of flower. Adhere in place.
6. Cut ATC card from heavy chipboard. Ink with platinum Inca Gold, rub off and buff.
7. Cut leaves, zigzag border, heart flower, label, and hydrangea. 
8. Cut smallest flower from 20 layers of tissue paper. Punch a hole in the middle and secure petals with brad. Fluff up. 
9. Paint hydrangea using blue ink and water brush. Adhere two layers together.
10. Stamp label and tie around box with seam binding. 
11. Place card in box for a special person!

Hope you all have a great Valentine's Day! I don't know if you celebrate it like we do here in the States, but you never need an excuse to celebrate those you love. See you in two weeks!

Introduction from Gerry

February 3, 2013, 1:00 am

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Hello Sizzix friends!
I`m so happy to introduce myself today on Sizzix blog.

My name is Gerry. I`m a 39 years old Bulgarian woman who lives in The Netherlands. My Dutch husband and I "created" two adorable children - Leanne (5) and Alexander (9). I`m a full time mom which gives me opportunity to stay at home and have plenty of time for my hobbies - scrapbooking and photography.

I`ve been already scrapbooking for more than 10 years and it became an important part of my life. My style changed through the years a lot and nowadays I can define it as a romantic, shabby chic & sometimes vintage. I like playing "gently" with different mediums and of course I love using Sizzix products on my projects. My Big Shot Machine is my best friend while I`m creating :-)

Here are some projects I created using Sizzix products:

657496 Sizzix On The Edge Die - Distressed Doily

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657722 Sizzix ScoreBoards Die - Place Card & Flowers

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657759 Sizzix Bigz XL Die - Card, Heart Scallop

657758 Sizzix Bigz XL Die - Card, Circle Scallop & Bow

657763 Sizzix Embossing Folders -  Scallop Heart Doily Set

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657906 Sizzix Framelits Die Set - Frame, Snowflakes

657942 Sizzix Framelits Die Set - Ornaments, Round

656938 Sizzix Movers & Shapers L Die - Tag & Bookplates

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657708 Sizzix Sizzlits Dec. Strip - Flower Garden w/Scallops

658038 Sizzix Bigz Die - Frame, Fancy 

657759 Sizzix Bigz XL Die - Card, Heart Scallop

657763 Sizzix Embossing Folders - Scallop Heart Doily Set

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657911 Sizzix Framelits Die Set - Tags, Fancy

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657388 Sizzix Sizzlits Dec. Strip Die - Royal Swirls

657387 Sizzix Sizzlits Dec. Strip Die - Fancy Scallops

657661 - Sizzix Embossing Folders - Bird & Birdcage Set

I`m so happy & honoured to join this amazingly talented team.

I hope I`ll inspire you with my creations in the future and you`ll enjoy my blog posts!

Thank you for your visit today and see you next Sunday :-)

Have a Creative day!

Gerry

fabric selection - a quick guide

February 4, 2013, 12:00 am

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I've had a busy week this week! I finished my Christmas Scrappy Trips Around the World quilt top using the free tutorial from Quiltville and my Sizzix Bigz XL 2.5" strips die and I'm just waiting on some lovely soft flannel fabric to back it with before I send it off to be long arm quilted.
Quite often, on my blog, I get asked about how I choose my fabrics so I thought it would be an ideal blog post for here. To talk a little about the process of fabric selection and choosing colours.



My first step is to have an idea of how I want the finished quilt to look using a colour scheme. For this quilt my colour scheme was Christmassy, but without being too traditional. I wanted a fresh, colourful Christmas quilt, that was scrappy with a lot of different prints but without looking messy. If you follow a few basic rules it's quite easy to create that controlled scrappy look.

I started with Christmas fabrics I had to hand - and one print in particular gave me the the colour palette I was looking for. Using one fabric to help choose a colour scheme is a really useful way of shopping for more fabric or to help you pull suitable fabrics from your stash.
It can be overwhelming to decide colours without something to inspire you. Have a look through magazines or books, or around your house for something that grabs your eye and start to break that down into colours. Paint chips or colour cards from DIY stores are a great way to plan colour stories and to play around with colour combinations. Cut them up and store each of the same colour family in little zip lock bags so you can find the right colours easier - for example, all the greens in one bag, all the blues in another.



For this quilt the washing line print from Cherry Christmas was the perfect colour scheme. I already knew I wanted a more modern palette, not just red and green so the addition of pink and aqua was spot on. The white would help make the finished quilt look light and lift all the other colours.
My fabric stash is abundant with blues and greens, and I knew I would have plenty of fabrics to use without shopping for new ones (which is something you should also take in consideration - do you want to make a quilt using fabrics you already own, or are you prepared to go shopping?)

I pulled out as many Christmas fabrics I could find from my stash (and, as my friend is making the same quilt, from her stash too!) It's a good idea to pick out as many fabrics as possible. Too many. You can then sort them into piles and decide which ones work with your palette and which don't. I put a lot of fabrics away that were the wrong red or the wrong green.



Then I cut them into strips using my Bigz XL 2.5" strip die.



As well as Christmas fabrics I chose fabrics that had small scale prints or were tonal prints that are often known as 'blenders' - like dots, stripes and small florals, in the same colour scheme. Small scale prints represent their colours better than larger scale prints - you may find a print with a large floral on that looks like one colour overall, but when you cut it into small pieces the individual pieces can read as a whole rainbow of colours. As an example, the Christmas print on the Big Shot in the picture above reads as green but when cut into small squares depending on what part of the design you get it could read as white, red, green, or even blue.

The print below is an example of what isn't a good choice. The large medallion is made up of too many colours, and there's too much neutral background that will dilute the overall effect. Although technically this print contains most of the right colours for the palette, it's just too busy and the scale is too large.

On the other hand, small dots are particularly good because they tend to be single colours, so you can use them to add cohesion and to pull fabrics that are busier into the colour scheme and calm something very busy down a little. Also, the whole print is the same - however which way you cut, you will always end up with the same thing. If you are still a little wary of using too many fabrics (there are over 100 different prints in my Christmas quilt, of which around half are Christmas fabrics) then try adding some solid fabrics from your chosen colour scheme. Solids give your eyes a place to rest, and there are so many to choose from that you don't need to just rely on basics like white, black or grey. 

Quilt fabric manufacturers design fabrics specifically for this job of adding cohesion or 'blending' fabrics together. They may not be the most exciting looking fabrics in a store, but they're your stash building essentials and every quilt will use them. 

In a nutshell this is what you need to remember when choosing fabrics;

1. find a colour scheme either by selecting a particular fabric, a picture from a magazine, paint chips, or something in your house.
2. select fabrics that fall within that scheme
3. it is always best to choose too many fabrics and 'audition' them, before deciding they might be the wrong scale/shade/print type
4. use coloured solids, or blenders such as small scale dots to add cohesion and tie your palette together
5. the more fabrics you use, the scrappier or busier the overall look will become. Consider this when selecting fabrics. How busy do you want the quilt to look? Do you like it to be scrappy? Do you want to go shopping for more fabric, or use what you have on hand?

I really hope this helps you select fabrics for your next project and to try something a little different. It's always fun to experiment and try out new colour palettes instead of the ones we feel most comfortable with.

Next week I'll be showing you how to use the drunkards pathdies to make a cushion cover.