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Hello, fellow makers! Miranda here from Tinsel + Wheat, thrilled to be guest blogging today with Spellbinders. Today I am sharing this really fun large wooden Halloween Tic Tac Toe Game!   I'm not going to lie - I can't wait for fall!  Cooler temps, beautiful colors, all the fun fall festivities including but not limited to Halloween! This game would be perfect for a...

The party planner gal that I am had to do something for my oldest daughter's birthday (even though she is in her 30’s), so I bought these super cool plates, napkins and cups and began planning, designing and making. It wasn’t long before I had a plethora of DIY projects to go with the initial decor. The best part was that they all had the...

The party planner gal that I am had to do something for my oldest daughter's birthday (even though she is in her 30’s), so I bought these super cool plates, napkins and cups and began planning, designing and making. It wasn’t long before I had a plethora of DIY projects to go with the initial decor. The best part was that they all had the...

Hi friends! So glad you've stopped by. I'm so excited to show you what I've been working on! If you remember last year I launched my first collection called "Quite Contrary", a floral die line consisting of contour dies. It's been a while since I have made a project with them so I thought today I would show you what I've been creating.   I...

Hi friends! So glad you've stopped by. I'm so excited to show you what I've been working on! If you remember last year I launched my first collection called "Quite Contrary", a floral die line consisting of contour dies. It's been a while since I have made a project with them so I thought today I would show you what I've been creating.   I...

Hi everyone! Alli Roth here from Partyography and today I’m excited to share these Ooh La La party favor boxes using Stacey Caron’s French Alphabet Stamps Set. Whether you’re celebrating a bridal shower, baby shower or your child’s birthday, Paris themed parties are always a good idea and these stamps are perfect for adding that extra bit of French flair. Start by assembling your gable...

Hi everyone! Alli Roth here from Partyography and today I’m excited to share these Ooh La La party favor boxes using Stacey Caron’s French Alphabet Stamps Set. Whether you’re celebrating a bridal shower, baby shower or your child’s birthday, Paris themed parties are always a good idea and these stamps are perfect for adding that extra bit of French flair. Start by assembling your gable...

Hey everyone! I have to be the luckiest gal around because I get to play with arts and crafts every single day. Today is no exception. Take a look at Tammy Tutterow’s Happy Grams. They are about cute as they can be and can be used on so many things! Grab your markers and the supplies below as we create this adorable banner featuring her...

Hey everyone! I have to be the luckiest gal around because I get to play with arts and crafts every single day. Today is no exception. Take a look at Tammy Tutterow’s Happy Grams. They are about cute as they can be and can be used on so many things! Grab your markers and the supplies below as we create this adorable banner featuring her...

Hello Friends! Today I would like to share my On Your Wedding Day card using several die sets from my Timeless Heart Collection. I have been having so much fun creating flowers with Textured Flowers Etched Dies. By adding Heart Leaf Frame, Layered Leaf Vines and Double Heart Gatefold Card Etched Dies, makes this card come together so beautiful!         Instructions:   1. Create a...

Hello Friends! Today I would like to share my On Your Wedding Day card using several die sets from my Timeless Heart Collection. I have been having so much fun creating flowers with Textured Flowers Etched Dies. By adding Heart Leaf Frame, Layered Leaf Vines and Double Heart Gatefold Card Etched Dies, makes this card come together so beautiful!         Instructions:   1. Create a...

With garland headpieces so on trend, I thought I would use Bitty Posies Etched Dies from Happy Grams #4 Collection by Tammy Tutterow to try and create one. I can honestly say that I was very happy with the results. The versatility and possibilities of this set makes it a “must have”. Wait until you see how easy it is to make this project. Die-cut...

With garland headpieces so on trend, I thought I would use Bitty Posies Etched Dies from Happy Grams #4 Collection by Tammy Tutterow to try and create one. I can honestly say that I was very happy with the results. The versatility and possibilities of this set makes it a “must have”. Wait until you see how easy it is to make this project. Die-cut...

Have you ever tried Inlaid Die Cutting Technique in your projects? In this card, we show you how to inlay white negative die cut into the green die cut for a simple and stunning effect. Try this technique out and share with us!   Instructions: Create 5 x 7” top folding card base out of pearlescent white cardstock. Die-cut light blue cardstock panel with S6-002...

Have you ever tried Inlaid Die Cutting Technique in your projects? In this card, we show you how to inlay white negative die cut into the green die cut for a simple and stunning effect. Try this technique out and share with us!   Instructions: Create 5 x 7” top folding card base out of pearlescent white cardstock. Die-cut light blue cardstock panel with S6-002...

Hello everyone, this is Yana Smakula and thank you for joining me! For my today’s blog post & video tutorial I decided to do something different, like altering die cuts with scissors! Usually we simply cut the piece out with the help of our dies and use it as is, but one can always alter die cut pieces slightly to make them a better match...

Hello everyone, this is Yana Smakula and thank you for joining me! For my today’s blog post & video tutorial I decided to do something different, like altering die cuts with scissors! Usually we simply cut the piece out with the help of our dies and use it as is, but one can always alter die cut pieces slightly to make them a better match...

Hi all. Seth Apter back on the blog and I am a man with a plan. Make that planner. Late last year I decided that I was going to document my life in art for every day of 2017. I wanted to be able to look back at the year and have a record of the happenings in my creative life. While I do not...

Hi all. Seth Apter back on the blog and I am a man with a plan. Make that planner. Late last year I decided that I was going to document my life in art for every day of 2017. I wanted to be able to look back at the year and have a record of the happenings in my creative life. While I do not...

Hi everyone! Alli here from Partyography. Today on Spellbinders, we are celebrating the holidays early! In my opinion, it's never too early to start preparing for the most wonderful time of the year! It seems like gift tags are always needed during the holidays! So I'm sharing super easy tags you can use to personalize all your gifts and treats this season. Step 1: Using...

Hi everyone! Alli here from Partyography. Today on Spellbinders, we are celebrating the holidays early! In my opinion, it's never too early to start preparing for the most wonderful time of the year! It seems like gift tags are always needed during the holidays! So I'm sharing super easy tags you can use to personalize all your gifts and treats this season. Step 1: Using...

Hello my peeps! Today I'm sharing the flower bouquet that I made for my daughter's wedding. She had a very casual wedding (she wore a denim dress) and she asked me to make her bouquet for her... of course I said YES!!!   I have a video tutorial for you showing how I made my favorite style of flowers as well as how I added...

Hello my peeps! Today I'm sharing the flower bouquet that I made for my daughter's wedding. She had a very casual wedding (she wore a denim dress) and she asked me to make her bouquet for her... of course I said YES!!!   I have a video tutorial for you showing how I made my favorite style of flowers as well as how I added...

Hello everyone. This is Yana Smakula and thank you for joining me! This blog post and video is a part of new monthly feature I’m hosting on Spellbinders blog and Youtube channel called “Layered Dimensional Die Cutting”. I hope you’ve enjoyed the first episode, in case you missed it you can find it here! What is “Layered Dimensional Die Cutting Series”? Once a month I’m...

Hello everyone. This is Yana Smakula and thank you for joining me! This blog post and video is a part of new monthly feature I’m hosting on Spellbinders blog and Youtube channel called “Layered Dimensional Die Cutting”. I hope you’ve enjoyed the first episode, in case you missed it you can find it here! What is “Layered Dimensional Die Cutting Series”? Once a month I’m...

The August Die of the Month set is filled with an array of beautiful borders. Our designers created the It's Your Birthday Card & You're A Bright Spot Card for the tutorials below. Show us what you create by tagging #NeverStopMaking on social media!   Included: 4 Die Templates Supplies needed for project below: White and colored Cardstock Glue Clear Stamp Black Ink Sequins IT'S...

The August Die of the Month set is filled with an array of beautiful borders. Our designers created the It's Your Birthday Card & You're A Bright Spot Card for the tutorials below. Show us what you create by tagging #NeverStopMaking on social media!   Included: 4 Die Templates Supplies needed for project below: White and colored Cardstock Glue Clear Stamp Black Ink Sequins IT'S...

The Fall Harvest, August Card Kit of the Month gives you everything you need to create 10 unique cards for all your Autumn card making needs. Create your own Awesome Day Card, Love This Card and many more! Enjoy the step by step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month's kit! Make sure to show us what...

The Fall Harvest, August Card Kit of the Month gives you everything you need to create 10 unique cards for all your Autumn card making needs. Create your own Awesome Day Card, Love This Card and many more! Enjoy the step by step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month's kit! Make sure to show us what...

Hi, it's Elena here with you today. The wedding season is here and each time I think what can be done more for the special day other than just cards. I thought that a cute little box would be a perfect alternative to making a present. I created a box and made a peony flowers using the SR-038 Positively Peony Contour™ Steel Rule Die To...

Hi, it's Elena here with you today. The wedding season is here and each time I think what can be done more for the special day other than just cards. I thought that a cute little box would be a perfect alternative to making a present. I created a box and made a peony flowers using the SR-038 Positively Peony Contour™ Steel Rule Die To...

Hello fellow makers!  Miranda here from Tinsel + Wheat guest blogging with Spellbinders as we celebrate Christmas in July! I'm so excited to show you how easy these little chalkboard stocking ornaments are to re-create. Here's what you'll need: Platinum™ 6 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine – 6″ Platform Holiday Naughty or Nice Contour ™ Steel Rule Die 1/38″ balsa or bass wood (your local...

Hello fellow makers!  Miranda here from Tinsel + Wheat guest blogging with Spellbinders as we celebrate Christmas in July! I'm so excited to show you how easy these little chalkboard stocking ornaments are to re-create. Here's what you'll need: Platinum™ 6 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine – 6″ Platform Holiday Naughty or Nice Contour ™ Steel Rule Die 1/38″ balsa or bass wood (your local...

Hi everyone! It's Alli again from Partyography and today I'm excited to share this pineapple print I made using the new Quilt It Collection from Lene Lok. Since we're right in the middle of summer and I'm loving the pineapple trend, I thought this print would be perfect on a dessert table for all your summer gatherings or even as summer home decor. I love...

Hi everyone! It's Alli again from Partyography and today I'm excited to share this pineapple print I made using the new Quilt It Collection from Lene Lok. Since we're right in the middle of summer and I'm loving the pineapple trend, I thought this print would be perfect on a dessert table for all your summer gatherings or even as summer home decor. I love...

This simple technique of die-cutting repetitively the same etched die creates a stunning background without much effort. The Tiny Floral Etched Dies From The Joyous Celebrations Collection By Sharyn Sowell is a unique die. It does not cut out a whole shape but rather cuts into the medium you are using and creates a design like an inset pattern. See how we created this beautiful...