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Chiming Through the Seasons with Cuckoo Cottage

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Chiming Through the Seasons with Cuckoo Cottage

Hi there, crafty friends! I’m Rebecca Keppel, and it’s TIME to share a fun new collection called Cuckoo Cottage. The Cuckoo Cottage Die Bundle includes the traditional Cuckoo Cottage Die, which creates a traditional cuckoo clock. The other die sets are Halloween Tick Tock, Harvest Time, and Chiming Christmas. These accessory sets take you through the rest of the year! First up is Halloween! You can...

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A Very Happy Birthday, From the Branches of the Hundred Acre Wood

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A Very Happy Birthday, From the Branches of the Hundred Acre Wood

Hello, my craft friends! I’m so excited and honoured to be joining you today as a guest designer on the Spellbinders blog! June is such a joyful month, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share a special step-by-step photo tutorial featuring the utterly charming Say Cheese Classic Pooh Birthday collection by Simple Stories. If you’re a fan of sweet nostalgia, soft colors, and all...

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Step-By-Step Tutorial - Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow

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Step-By-Step Tutorial - Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow

Hello there, friends! It’s Lisa Tilson here with you today on the Spellbinders blog. I’m so excited to be here to share a step-by-step tutorial using a set from the new release from Simon Hurley called North Pole Friends. I think this might be my favourite release from Simon so far! I love Christmas crafting, and Simon has released four die sets in this collection...

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Creating with Non-Traditional Colors Using the Holiday DIY Color Deck

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Creating with Non-Traditional Colors Using the Holiday DIY Color Deck

Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m excited to be back on the blog today to share a couple of fun holiday cards made with non-traditional color schemes using the new Holiday DIY Color Deck Expansion Pack.  Sometimes I get stuck in a rut with the handful of colors I use on my holiday cards and the latest Color Deck cards gave me some...

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How To Layer Die Cuts To Create A Mediterranean Doorway

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How To Layer Die Cuts To Create A Mediterranean Doorway

Hello there, Michelle Short here to share a step-by-step tutorial with you using Beyond the Door Etched Dies from the La Dolce Vita Collection. This set is fantastic as you can mix and match the different elements to create different scenes and views through the doorway – cobblestones, ocean, clouds, vines and much more! STEP 1 – DIE CUT THE DOORWAY Place the deep arch...

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Step by Step Tutorial: Create a Thank You Card with a 3D Embossing Folder Background

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Step by Step Tutorial: Create a Thank You Card with a 3D Embossing Folder Background

Hello! Jen Kotas here today with a step by step photo tutorial creating a card with the Lined Corners 3D Embossing Folder. card. I walk you through embossing with a 3d embossing folder and using the BetterPress System to create two tone botanical images. Mist Malibu ColorWheel Cardstock with water before embossing to prevent panel from cracking. Lay panel on Lined Corners 3D Embossing Folder...

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Adding Inky Details to Create Colorful Cards with the Cheerful Chirps Collection

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Adding Inky Details to Create Colorful Cards with the Cheerful Chirps Collection

Hi there, this is Annie Williams, and I’m excited to be back on the blog today to share a couple of bright and colorful cards made with the Cheerful Chirps Collection from Spellbinders.  The beautifully detailed bird dies, versatile embossing folder, and sweet sentiments in this collection inspired me to create three bold and inky cards to send a happy hello. Colorful Lovebirds Card The...

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Colorful Designs With The Jump For Joy Collection

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Colorful Designs With The Jump For Joy Collection

Hello crafty friends! It’s Rachel Alvarado here with three colorful cards that feature products from the new Jump for Joy Collection. I absolutely love this adorable collection that includes a fun die set, coordinating scenic stencils, and sentiments. 3D BOX CARD For my first card, I created an A2 sized box card that measures at 4.25" x 5.5" when folded flat. I created my 3D...

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From Inspiration to Creation with the DIY Color Deck by Jean Manis

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From Inspiration to Creation with the DIY Color Deck by Jean Manis

Hello! Looking for a fresh approach to choosing colors for your crafts? Jean Manis here sharing three projects that showcase the DIY Color Deck from Spellbinders. Each of the 52 cards in the deck features an art piece alongside five blank spaces, inviting you to swatch custom color combinations. Draw inspiration from the overall style, mood, and/or the hues that resonate most with you. Let’s...

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GET YOUR SWEET SURPRISES READY FOR EASTER!

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GET YOUR SWEET SURPRISES READY FOR EASTER!

Hi Crafters! Celes Gonzalo, also known as GuiadeManualidades, is here to share new, lovely, and fun ideas for Easter. Spring is here, and I couldn’t love it more! Flowers, color, butterflies, and fresh air… Today I’m inviting you to create with the Spring Felt Stitch & Create collection by Nichol Spohr - but in a different way! We’re setting felt aside for a bit and...

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