Spellbinders Blog Frenzy Day Four

                              The contest on this blog is now closed; good luck!
                                     Spellbinders will be announcing winners.

                                             SPELLBINDERS BIG EVENT!!

                                                           Blog Frenzy

                                                       July 13-20, 2010

                     Welcome to the fourth day of the Spellbinders Paper Arts BIG Event!

The BIG Event is Spellbinders™ Paper Arts’ way of introducing some really exciting new products! This season’s BIG Event is from July 13-20, incorporating 16 fabulous Designers, and you could win BIG!

• Win today’s new die templates!
• Be eligible to win the Grand Prize by entering each day from each blog!
• You may enter once from each blog on the designated days!
• Each contest is open for 48 hours to enter the contest!
• You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time July 17, 2010 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:

July 13

• Julie Overby
• Debbie Olson

July 14

• Judy Hayes

• Latisha Yoast

July 15 

• A.J. Otto
• Kimberly Crawford

July 16

• Becca Feeken
• Linda Duke – Me ;)

July 17

• Sherry Cheever
• Deborah Young

July 18  

• Gina Hanson
• Ashley Cannon Newell

July 19  

• Mona Pendleton
• Heidi Blankenship

July 20 

• Kerilee Sereika
• Kazan Clark

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 $700, and includes Spellbinders CHA Summer 2010 release die templates, Spellbinders CHA Summer 2010 release punch templates and a Presto Punch™ machine!

Thank you, Spellbinders Paper Arts, for sponsoring this contest!

I’m thrilled to share the S4-294 Beaded Ovals. I have always loved the look of parchment craft, and thought the S4-294 Beaded Ovals was perfect for creating the look with vellum paper. I have a step-by­-step tutorial to share how you can create this effect.

 

                                                        Start of Tutorial

                      Here’s all the dies in this set. I used the largest die, #4 for this technique.

Blush Blossom cardstock was only cut, not embossed, while the vellum cardstock was cut AND embossed. Cut the cardstock then separately cut vellum, leaving vellum in the die until the very end.

I used BasicGray’s double ended embossing tool, piercing mat, and embossed each little scalloped bead (that’s what I will call them for this tutorial). NOTE: Do not press hard, you will tear the vellum.

                 Here is what it will look like once all beads have been embossed using the tool.

I went back over the area I embossed with the embossing tool using the white PrismaColor Pencil for a deeper white.

       I traced around the outside edge of the S4-112 Classic Oval Small #3 to create my center.

                          Same step, only I removed the center die after it was traced around.

       While you have the Classic Oval die template handy, cut/emboss a piece of white cardstock.

      Here I removed the vellum from the die template, with the right side of the project facing up.

                                                          Pick a stamp that is small.

                             On a separate piece of cardstock, stamp image with dark ink.

Using the White Opaque Pen, trace over design while on a thick mat, and continue all the way around.

                                         Here you are looking at the right side again.

       Not required, but for an added effect, pierce holes in paper. It looks very nice without them.

                                  Layer the vellum over the colored cardstock die cut.

                                   Stamp your sentiment on the white cardstock oval.

                                              Add dimensional adhesive squares.

                                                              Finished piece.

The rest of the card was made like most cards by layering, cutting/embossing. I also painted the chipboard using crackle paint and when dry added Diamond Glaze, and glitter. Allow a little drying time, and then add another layer of Diamond Glaze over the glitter. The reason for doing this is when the glaze dries; the glitter will not come off your project because it is sealed between the layers of glaze. I also used S4-242 Big Scalloped Border Borderabilities™ Petite to layer coordinating cardstock on the card front. The flower was cut/embossed with vellum, and the brad helps hold the layers together. And last by not lease is that beautiful ribbon, and lace.

Supplies:

Spellbinders™: S4-294 Beaded Ovals #4, S4-112 Classic Oval Small #3, S4-072 Flower Creations, S4-242 Big Scalloped Border Petites Borderabilities.

Stamps: Cupcake Party Large SL28 – Crafty Secrets.

Cardstock: Blush Blossom, Whisper White, Vellum Cardstock – Stampin’ Up! Collection Combo Pack Postcards from Paris & Sweet as Cherry Pie by Webster’s Pages – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Stamp Pads: Oregano Ranger Adirondack Dye Pad – Eclectic Paperie.

Ribbon: May Arts Crochet Lace, 100% Satin – Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Misc.: Glazed Brad, Double ended Embossing Tool – BasicGrey, Glitter – Stampin’ Up! Chipboard – Maya Road, Tatted Rose Distress Crackle Paint by Ranger – Eclectic Paperie. Diamond Glaze JudiKins. White Uni-ball Signo Pin. Tiny Twinkles – Taylored Expressions. Sewing Machine - Brother.

For my second project, I thought some jewelry would be fun. I used the S4-294 Beaded Ovals #1 (twice) and #2 die template once, then cut/embossed using Gold Foil. Again, I used S4-294 Beaded Ovals #1 (twice) and #2 die template once, and cut black cardstock then glued the cardstock to the back of each piece of foil for more thickness. Take the S4-110 Classic Ovals Large #1 die template, and trace around the outside edge of the die on the larger image, again using the #1 die from the Classic Ovals large, trace around the inside of the die for the smaller images, and cut out with scissors. With Dark Brown, and Black Copic Markers, color the foil. NOTE: I used very little Black. With a cotton ball and Copic Blender Solution, lightly wipe the foil so the design from the die template becomes visible. Glue the images to all pieces, and let dry. With Diamond Glaze cover all images (pretty thick), and let dry. Punch holes in the top of each piece, insert a silver links. Add a long chain for the necklace, and earrings attach earring pieces. Finally, add some bling all the way around the large piece, and one at the bottom of each earring.

Supplies:

Spellbinders: S4-294 Beaded Ovals #1 and #2. S4-110 Classic Ovals Large #1.

Images: Birds & Blossoms Creative Scraps – Crafty Secrets.

Cardstock: Black – Stampin’ Up!

Copic Markers: E47-Dark Brown, 100-Black Copic Markers.

Stamp Pads: Latte Ranger Adirondack Dye Pad.

Misc.: Sterling Plated Chain by Blue Moon Beads. Diamond Glaze by JudiKins. Tiny Twinkles – Taylored Expressions.

For the official Spellbinders Paper Arts BIG Event rules official rules.

This is the Spellbinders product I introduced:

 

 

SKU/ S4-294 Beaded Ovals

MSRP: $24.99

Dimensions:

1. 7/8 X ¾”.

2. 1 3/8 X 1 ¾”.

3. 2 1/4 x 2 7/8”.

4. 3 3/8 x 4 ¼”.

For the official Spellbinders Paper Arts BIG Event rules, click here.

TO ENTER MY CONTEST: (Contest is open for entries from July 16^th to July 17^th.

1) Send your email entry to: Reveal8@spellbinders.us (either click the link or type the address into your email program)

2) The subject must be Beaded Ovals.

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 my blog and good luck!!

Comments

[kathy s]

Linda these are divine- as soon as I saw your first project for some reason I thought of pearls around a cameo as a necklace or brooch and then when I saw your jewelery I knew it could be done - I would love this set and use it often lucky you to have it already.

[Carla Suto]

Gorgeous card and amazing jewelry with the beaded ovals, Linda!

[Barb Brower]

absolutely gorgeous. love this die set and can see so many possibilities for making cards. WOW!!!

[Diane]

Awesome! I just love what you did with these!

[Charlotte Clark]

The card is beautiful, but the jewelry really caught my eye. You rock!!! Thanks for sharing.

[stephanie]

WOW WOW WOW
Absolutely stunning with the vellum. I must have this set!!!

[debb]

stunning!

[Carol L]

I really enjoyed this detailed tutorial! I've always found vellum challenging, but you've pointed me in a more user-friendly direction! Your jewelry just rocks too!

[DQ]

Love how you used the vellum on your card, elegant and beautiful. Love the jewelry as well

[Cindy B]

Great project.

[Janelle S]

What a wonderful post about these dies. I love your projects and tutorial answered my question perfectly, "How did she do that?" !!!!

[Nancy]

Linda your projects are both amazing! Love what you have done with this die set and it is a must have for me. Thanks so much for sharing your talent!
Hugs,
Nancy

[lisa808]

Gorgeous card.

[Susan Nel]

Linda your projects are stunning,, i thought you got your inspiration from the jewelery when i saw it without reading,,, wow,,, now i see your jewelery is MY inspiration. unbelievable beautiful.

[Sian]

Stunning creations, love the jewellery and how you've used the vellum, beautiful.

[Paula]

Wow Linda - you really pulled it out of the bag with these inspiring projects - they are simply stunning - and the jewellery looks so real.

These dies for me are simply a must have - thank you for sharing.

Paula x x x

[Janine B]

Great projects - what creativity

[Maya]

Ohhh i loved the pendants!
What an amasing gift idea!!
Hugs from Maya

[theCook]

I really love what you made of those beaded ovals! Thanks for the inspiration!

[Michelle]

fun dies and fabulous projects, Linda! Thanks for the inspiration.

[Brenda Raleigh]

Just Beautiful!

[Linda]

Stunning!!!

//Linda

[Lynne Phelps]

Making the vellum look like parchment was inspired, and I love the jewelry! Lovely!

[Judy]

Wow! Your jewelry is so stunning! I love it!
Your card is so pretty, too! Great die template!
Wonderfully created card! Great photos!

[Debbie Olson]

This is incredibly elegant, Linda--you did a wonderful job!!

[Pati L.]

Wow! Very cool how you did the vellum, thanks for the tutorial showing all your steps. Really inspiring! Very cool, quick to make, fun jewelery too! Thanks for sharing these projects!

[Rebekka]

I love this, this is gorgeous.

[Chautona]

I am so going to copy your idea! I love it. You did an amazing job. The entire thing is just exquisite!

This is probably my favorite spellbinder die ever. I LOVE it. Must have.

[Dee]

This is amazing and both are beautiful projects!

[Mona L. Pendleton]

Fabulous projects Linda!!! So elegant & feminine! Thanks for the inspiration!

[Susan]

Another stunner and another must have,

love your all creations Linda

[Anita A]

Amazing!

[Valerie Williams]

Oh I always love what you do and I could follow your steps for the first one so thanks for sharing how you did that. I really like this die too.

[Ashley Cannon Newell]

Love your use of the vellum! The details of the die template are showcased so well. And that jewelry...wow! :)

[nina]

What an elegant showcase of these dies - thanks for sharing these techniques!

[Marisa]

Wow, am loving these new Spellbinders - absolutely stunning. As are your projects. Thank you for sharing and inspiring.
Hugs

[Karen Hunsaker]

Linda, I've just gotta know. Do your projects amaze even you? Good grief girl, you are amazing. I wish I had a fraction of your talent. These are beautiful, beautiful projects. Wow!

[Marcie Smith]

Linda,
Your card is gorgeous and the jewlery is so beautiful and creative. Very clever. You and Becca have stollen center stage with your creativity. Very impressive. Thanks so much for sharing and for the tutorial. I really love these Beaded Ovals.
Marcie

[mickie]

Gorgeous work, I love this die!!

[Lori Aragon]

Amazing work!!! So very pretty!

[Dawn]

Simply beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing these beautiful projects.

[Deborah Young]

Oh my word. I am speechless! LOVE the embossed vellum! LOVE the jewelry! You are awesome!!!

[AJ]

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!! Love ALL the projects, and that jewelry is so FUN!!!!

[Latisha]

Gorgeous Linda!!! You are the queen of technique!

[Janet P]

WOW! I love your work. I'm always amazed at the work you ladies share with us! Thank you for sharing your wonderful work!

[Yvette Sanders]

Very pretty!

[Becca Feeken]

Thud!! Picking myself up off the floor!! All I can say is stunning, Linda!! Exquisite card and that jewelry is unbelievable!!

[Kimberly Crawford]

Absolutely STUNNING, Linda!!!!!!!! SO gorgeous!!!!