with Kokorosa I used my DIY Mixed Media Spray and a die from Kokorosa to make this beautiful card. I chose not to use a sentiment, leaving just the lovely image. The card turned out so nice that I wouldn’t mind framing the image. Kokorosa Metal Cutting Dies with Butterflies & Flowers Background Board is … Continue reading “Die-cut Card”
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These little houses were so fun to make using a die from Kokorosa. This is a great project to use up small pieces of cardstock. The dies also work well with small die-cutting machines. The dies fit perfectly in a Sizzix Sidekick machine. I was able to cut a variety of little houses in no … Continue reading “Making Little Houses with Kokorosa”
Tag it Tuesday Recycle and up-cycle are nice words for trash. In this tutorial, we are using trash to create a tag. Craft materials don’t have to be fancy and if you keep your eyes open, you can find a lot of different materials for free. The tag base is from a Kleenex box and … Continue reading “Recycled Tag”
Tag it Tuesday This week’s Tag it Tuesday uses a double stencil technique. Using two stencils, one larger than the other. and two inks, one darker than the other. This double stencil technique offers a lot of variety. Next week’s Tag it Tuesday post will be a variation of this process. Video Tutorial: The close-up … Continue reading “Double Stencil Technique”
with Kokorosa This heart card was made with dies from Kokorosa, mica powder, and mineral powders. There were a few bumps along the way but they can always be resolved, sometimes in a different direction than planned. The technique has merit and I would use it again. I set my die-cutting machine using double-sided tape … Continue reading “Valentine’s Day Cardmaking”
Tag it Tuesday This collaged tag was really fun to make. I started with no real plan or vision for the outcome. Working with a variety of papers that coordinated colorwise and had a variety of different visual textures, I tore the pieces and began building the collage. The textures and colors are balanced intuitively … Continue reading “How to Collage a Tag”
with BeeBee Craft A lattice die offers endless possibilities to enhance card designs. Adding a lattice pattern can instantly elevate your creation, whether you’re creating birthday cards, holiday greetings, or wedding invitations. The delicate and intricate nature of this pattern provides an air of sophistication that impresses recipients. This pretty card was made with a … Continue reading “Lattice Card”
Today’s tag uses shimmer powders. They are so fun and unpredictable. This Shimmer tag might be my favorite tag so far in the series. The color is randomly created by using Nuvo Shimmer Powders. I began by stamping an image and heat embossing it. Then I applied the shimmer powders. And then finally adding a … Continue reading “Tag it Tuesday – Shimmer Tag”
It is so fun to stamp with mica powders, especially interference colors. The colors show best on dark surfaces, and you don’t know what you will get until you apply it. If you make tags or enjoy tags, I’d love for you to join us at Crafting Tags If you would like to make your own … Continue reading “Tag it Tuesday – Mica Powder”
