Spellbinders Paper Arts
"To DIE For!!"
Winter Release
Blog Frenzy
January 10 – 18, 2011
Welcome to the sixth day of the Spellbinders Paper Arts "To DIE For!!" Winter Release Blog Frenzy!
Spellbinders™ Paper Arts’ has been working hard to bring you another selection the most innovated and beautiful die templates in the world. The To DIE For!! Winger Release Blog Frenzy allows you a sneak peek of the products we’re introducing at the Craft and Hobby Association trade show later this month. The To DIE For!! Winter Release Blog Frenzy is from January 10 - 18, featuring 16 fabulous Designers and prizes To DIE For!!
· Win today’s new die templates!
· Be eligible to win the Grand Prize by entering each day from each blog!
· One entry per person, per blog please, on the designated days!
· Each contest is open for 48 hours to enter the contest!
· You have until 12:01 am Central Standard Time, January 17, 2011 to enter my contest. Be sure to read the Official Rules before entering so that your entry will be valid!
These are the Designers and their contest dates:
January 10
January 11
January 12
January 13
January 14
January 15
Linda Duke (here)
January 16
January 17
Daily contest winners are randomly chosen from valid entries, as stated in the Official Rules. The winners will receive an email within 24 hours of the contest’s closing. The winners will have 72 hours to reply to that email to claim prize. If a winner fails to respond within 72 hours, a new winner will be drawn.
Entrants that send valid contest entry emails to each of the contests will be automatically considered for the Grand Prize. The Grand Prize has a retail value of over $800, and includes Spellbinders CHA Winter 2011 release die templates revealed in the Spellbinders To DIE For!! Winter Release Blog Frenzy and a Grand Calibur™ die cutting/embossing machine!
Thank you, Spellbinders Paper Arts, for sponsoring this contest!
I’m thrilled to share S4-313 Blossom Four and S4-321 Nested Leaves with you. I was extremely excited when I learned I was revealing these die templates… As you all should know; I love ALL things flowers for sure. When you look at this card you obviously see how I used this die template around the sentiment, but I also used it to make the flower… ;) yep, a twofer LOL!! I also used the S4-321 Nested Leaves #2 and #3 (#1 is the smallest) and added 2 leaves around the flower. Anyway, I had a ball working with these new flowers and leaves.
Here’s a little tutorial showing you how I made the center portion of this card.
On Vanilla cardstock, I positioned S4-313 Blossom Four #4 and 6 so they were nested to make a frame, and I would have the proper placement for my stamped sentiment.
While the dies are on the cardstock, I went ahead and stamped my image.
After I stamped the image I removed both dies, and turned the larger die over so the cutting side was facing the cardstock, and taped in place. Cut as shown.
You will have this when done. NOTE: I did not emboss my project yet I just cut.
On a separate piece of Vanilla cardstock, position both dies with the cutting side facing the cardstock, and tape in place.
You should have this, but don’t remove your paper from the dies just yet. NOTE: I still have not embossed my paper.
Now, place the I2-1006 Floral and Stone Impressabilities under the two dies as shown. Run this through the Grand Calibur™ with this sandwich: Base Plate, Impressabilities, Die templates & paper (with cutting edge facing up), Tan Embossing Pad, Embossing Plate.
This is what you should have.
See how the die template left a border around the flower shape, and the centers embossed beautifully!
With a sponge and ink of your choice, sponge lightly.
It should look something like this.
Place the foam pads on the under side of the cardstock.
Place on top of the very first die with the sentiment.
Cut/emboss the S4-321 Nested Leaves #2 and #3 and sponge around the edges.
Shape each leaf, and place under the S4-313 Blossom Four finished flower.
I thought I would share this picture showing you a completely different way to use the S4-313 Blossom Four die template.
Note to add:
There are 6 die templates in S4-313 Blossom Four, which come to about $4.00 per die template. There are 8 in S4-321 Nested Leaves, which makes them about $2.50 per die template. That’s a great value for triple function (cut, emboss and stencil) die templates!!
Supplies:
Spellbinders: S4-313 Blossom Four #4 and #6, S4-321 Nested Leaves, I2-1006 Floral and Stone Impressabilities, S7-018 Big Scalloped Border Grand, Grand Calibur™ GC-001.
Stamps: Victorian Nested Frames by JustRite – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.
Stamp Pads: Latte, Shell Pink Ranger Adirondack Dye Pads – eclectic Paperie.
Ribbon: May Arts Satin, Crochet Lace – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.
Cardstock: Life’s Journey 12x12 Paper Pad by K & Company. Very Vanilla – Stampin’ Up!
Misc: 2-Way Glue, stampin’ dimensionals – Stampin’ Up! Maya Road Vintage Pearls Trinket Pins – eclectic Paperie. Kaiser Self Adhesive Pearls – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store. Buttons PaperTrey Ink, Sponge – Michaels.
For my second project:
I love to make altered projects, and this little box was perfect for this flower and leaves. Start by covering the entire box with Flower cardstock, and sponge all edges. Apply glue around the box top edge, and add the string of pearls, let dry. Very lightly add glue to crochet lace and attach to the sides of the box top.
Cut/emboss the leaves and flower using S4-313 Blossom Four and S4-321 Nested Leaves die templates, then use a Copic Marker and air-brush the centers of each flower layer (both sides). I then shaped each flower petal, and used pop dots to attach each layer. Cut/emboss number 2, 3 & 4 die templates of the S4-321 Nested Leaves, and lightly sponge around the edges, and shape then attach the flower and leaves to the box lid with glue.
NOTE: Before glue dries thread the string through the key and slide between the flower and box lid so it will be in the glue used to attach the flower to the box top. Add ribbon, pearls to flower center, and lock on box front.
Supplies:
Spellbinders: S4-313 Blossom Four, S4-321 Nested Leaves, Grand Calibur™ GC-001 .
Copic Marker: RV42 Salmon Pink – eclectic Paperie.
Ribbon: May Arts Satin, Crochet Lace and String Pearls, Self Adhesive Pearls – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.
Stamp Pad: Latte Ranger Adirondack Dye Pad – eclectic Paperie.
Cardstock: Blue Hill Collection Flower and Rain – Crate Paper.
Misc.: Lock and Key by Melissa Frances – eclectic Paperie. Thread, Zip Dry Paper Glue, Paper Mache Box – Michaels.
This is the Spellbinders product I introduced:
Blossom Four
SKU# S4-313
MSRP $24.99
Measurements:
1: ¾ x ⅝″
2: 1¼ x 1½″
3: 2 x 2¼″
4: 2⅝ x 3″
5: 3¼ x 3⅞″
6: 4⅛ x 4¾″
and
Nested Leaves
SKU# S4-321
MSRP $19.99
Measurements:
Smallest Leaf:
1: ½ x ⅝"
2: 1⅛ x 1⅜"
Medium Leaf:
3: ⅝ x 1⅜"
4: 1¼ x 2½"
Largest Leaf:
5: ⅞ x 1"
6: 1½ x 1⅞"
7: 2¼ x 2¾"
8: 3 x 3⅝"
For the official Spellbinders Paper Arts To DIE For!! Winter Release Event rules, click here.
TO ENTER MY CONTEST: (Contest is open for entries from 12:01 am CST on January 15 to 12:01 am on January 17, 2011.
1) Send your email entry to: reveal11@spellbinders.us (either click the link or type the address into your email program)
2) The subject must be Blossom Four.
3) Send!
I love your comments! Unfortunately your comment does not count towards a contest entry, so be sure to enter and then leave a comment!
If you have any questions, please e-mail ContestQuestions@Spellbinders.us
Thank you for visiting and good luck!!
WOW, I love this the card and technique and I love the pretty box, especially the blossom. What an inspiration!
Posted by: Omega | October 30, 2012 at 01:26 PM
GORGEOUS, STUNNING, BEAUTIFUL, soooo very PRETTY!
BRAVA!!
Posted by: nike air max 90 | July 25, 2011 at 12:44 AM
Linda,
I absolutely love how you used the Blossom 4 dies in two different ways.
I too, didn't know that you could emboss with the impressabilities with
the die still attached to the paper. Your work is inspiring. Thanks for
the tutorial, I can wait to try it. Also need to add Blossom 4 to my wish list. I will have to start saving now!!! LOL. The flower is unbelievably gorgeous!!!! Thanks again.
Posted by: Judy | January 22, 2011 at 08:04 AM
I love these designs. I do have a question though. Which sizesof the Blossom Four dies did you use for the flower. And how was it put together. I really would like to know this. I have many uses for these dies when they do come out for purchased. Your work is beautiful.
Posted by: Martha Nicholson | January 19, 2011 at 10:12 PM
I have no idea you could emboss your frame while the die is still in place. This information is very important. I really appreciate your work.
Posted by: pressure cleaning Sydney | January 19, 2011 at 08:25 AM
Gorgeous!!! I love both of them, but those poppies are just totally stunning! The softness of the pink with the gold is very striking! I really love what you do with the reinkers. I must give this a try on something other than my scenic cards!
Posted by: credit scoring site | January 18, 2011 at 08:55 AM
So very elegant. Love what you've done Linda!
Posted by: Julie O. | January 18, 2011 at 08:37 AM
Not sure my post was sent, so I'm back to say thank you for detailed instructions so I can try Blossom Four and Nested Leaves. Your flower is "perfect." Also enjoyed your grandson's photo.
Posted by: Linda V. | January 16, 2011 at 10:22 PM
WOW!! These projects really knocked my socks off!! BEAUTIFUL!
Posted by: Jenn Koss | January 16, 2011 at 08:16 PM
Comments may not help me win but I have to tell you what beautiful flowers and die cuts these are. The tutorial was special and I can't wait to try it, maybe with my Blossom II to see what effect those dies give me. By the way, retirement is the best thing I could have done for myself after 25 years as a always busy Realtor. Having this wonderful hobby makes retirement wonderful.
Posted by: Lynne Ingram | January 16, 2011 at 05:12 PM
Very clever! Thanks so much!
Posted by: Candy | January 16, 2011 at 01:57 PM
So creative! Both are just beautiful :)
Posted by: Gail B | January 16, 2011 at 09:21 AM
Beautiful!! Thanks so much for showing us different ways to use the flower die. Just gorgeous!
Posted by: Katie K. | January 16, 2011 at 09:05 AM
Crazy good! beautiful projects. Thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Jen | January 16, 2011 at 07:55 AM
Gorgeous projects! And this set isreally to die for :)
Posted by: Stella | January 16, 2011 at 07:35 AM
My goodness, I'm blown away with both of your projects! Thanks for the tutorial with the embossing...I had totally forgotten about that...I will now give it a try!!! Thanks for sharing your creativity with us! God Bless!
Posted by: Angella Crockett | January 16, 2011 at 06:12 AM
Linda, I'm totally in love with your projects. I had no idea you could emboss your frame while the die is still in place - thanks so much for this information. I can't wait until the new dies come out. I love making flowers to put on my cards.
Posted by: Karen Duncan | January 16, 2011 at 05:37 AM
I am so amazed at how you managed to make such beautiful flowers with what I thought was an oddly shaped die. They are beautiful! Sometime I'd like to see a tutorial on how you shape the petals of the flowers.
LOVE your projects!
Posted by: Nancy Jensen | January 16, 2011 at 04:47 AM
So totally amazing!! You've made the most beautiful flowers!!
Posted by: Deborah Frings | January 16, 2011 at 02:31 AM
I love your style! It is elegant and timeless!
Posted by: Stacy | January 15, 2011 at 10:53 PM
Beautiful card and thank you for the tutorial. You make it look so easy.
Posted by: Kelley | January 15, 2011 at 08:42 PM
I love the way you used the impressabilities with the dies. And the flower looks amazingly real! Thanks for the great lessons!
Posted by: Suzi | January 15, 2011 at 07:48 PM
Great Projects. I loved how you showed the detailed photos on using the Impressabilities. Now I want those also.
Posted by: Jen | January 15, 2011 at 07:00 PM
Beautiful card and I love the box. Your work is amaizing.
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Posted by: pam bray | January 15, 2011 at 06:54 PM
Beautiful projects. Love the card and the dual use of the die. Your altered box is gorgeous. Love all of your details. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Brook | January 15, 2011 at 06:54 PM