Maximize the Use of The Cover Die

Hello friends!

I have an interesting post to share. Cover dies are fun and useful. The price of cover dies can be a bit more since it can be used independently and they are with great versatility.

 

Alex Syberia Designs Trendy Pattern Cover Die

Shop Alex Syberia Design here

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Shop Simon Says Stamp here

This time, I am using cover dies examples to convey the value of using a cover die.  The following project is my 2nd version with Trendy Pattern Cover Die

For the floral design, I stamped and die cue one of the flowers from  Floral Medley Stamp set

 Shop Alex Syberia Stamp set here

 Shop Scrapbook. com here

Shop Simon Says Stamp here 

With the Holographic paper from Scrapbook. com, I  am able to add pieces to the inlaid die cutting.

The wonderful thing about the Trendy Pattern Cover Die is that die cut pieces are all uniform and you can place any piece into the negative part of the die (like I did with today's card and my last one).

From my first take, you can see that I did  not waste any pieces.  Here I saved the tiny squares and fit them right into the slots. AND you do not need to fit every piece into it.

Here are the two cards that I created with Trendy Pattern Cover Die

Shop "You are Loved Die" over Alex Syberia here 

Scrapbook. com here,  Simon Says Stamp here

I hope today's post inspires you somehow in some ways. Thank you for supporting this blog and me by visiting and using my affiliated (product text) links for your craft-shopping.

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Ink-Smooched Background

 Hello friends!

I have a quick tip/reminder to share today. Want to achieve a quick colored background?

The Dynamic Duo Wild Flower Stamp Set and Stencil are now sold out. However, the Wildflower Add-on Die Set is still available. 

Want to make a quick colorful and artsy background? Try ink-smooching. Be sure to use heavier cardstock (110 lb or Watercolor cardstock preferably). Be careful that you do not use too much water for the surface, or else, the paper will warp. Other than that, it is super easy to just use a piece of acetate to ink and add a drop or two of the water and start smooshing (press and ink).

50% OFF Craft-A-Flower: Fragrant Peony Layering Die Set on 10/28/2023 at 12:01 am EDT until 10/29/2023 at 11:59 pm EDT. Shop and check out HERE

FREE U.S. shipping on orders over $29 (no code needed) or $10 OFF international shipping on orders over $129 with code HAPPYDAYS at checkout from 10/27/2023 at 12:01 am EDT until 10/28/2023 at 11:59 pm EDT. Shop Sale and check out HERE

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Watercolor Your Way

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Hope you are doing well. I am popping in to share a water-colored card. 

 

This Watercolour Flowers is part of the Alex Syberia September release.
You can shop this Stamp set over Alex Syberia store HERE , Shop Die Set HERE

This stamp set is perfect for both coloring (outline) and inking (solid).  I chose to stamp the outlines of the flowers and then applied watercolor.

 If you are a fan of anything Distress, you then must try Distress Watercolor Pencils.

  You can find them at Scrapbook. com  (Set 1, Set 2, Set 3)

 and Simon Says Stamp (Set 1, Set 2, Set 3)  

 The best part of coloring these images is that you can loosely color it to achieve that rustic and yet artistic effect. Precision is not required. I also got creative with adding something into the design....

Noticed the gold metallic blotches? I applied the Gold Pearl color Altenew Metallic Watercolor 14 Color Pan Set. You can find this pan set at Scrapbook. com HERE and Simon Says Stamp HERE

 What do you think? I hope you enjoy seeing this watercolor project.

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Quick and Easy Cards (Group 3)

 

 Hello friends!

I am popping in to share this month's Spellbinders Quick and Easy Card Kit. 

 

The October "New Subscriber" registration window will be available October 6-27th. While supplies last. Join in October and receive the pictured kit. Clubs will ship by the 31st.

The Cardmaking Kit of the Month Club is NOW the the Quick & Easy Card Kit of the Month Club. We have adjusted the contents down and reduced the price so that the kits no longer require a die cutting machine. This month's "Feeling Festive" Quick & Easy Card Kit includes a 6x6 paper pad, die cut shapes, tons of embellishments, card bases, and more!

 As the club kit name suggested, it is so quick and easy to put the cards together when you have a kit like this. I came up with 6 cards and will share 2 each time.  So, today's group number 3.

Arranged the design based on the size and theme: The house and Santa are perfect together!

Assemble the pieces based on style and colors: I love the acetate pieces and grouped them together.

Here are the monthly subscription plans: 

Small Die of the Month, Large Die of The Month, Stitching Die of The Month, Embossing Folder of The Month, 3D Embossing Folder,  Quick and Easy Card Kit, Clear Stamp of The Month, Clear Stamp & Die of the Month, Glimmer Hot Foil Kit,

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De-construct the Snowflake Die

 Hello friends! I have a a super fun and snowy project to share. 

 

This Snowy Card Creator is a huge snowflake die. It is definitely not something that you have seen before due to the size. If you love snowflake and want them all, you can get the entire bundle HERE

Snowflake Card Creator Etched Dies are from the Bibi's Snowflakes Collection by Bibi Cameron. This stunning snowflake motif covers a 6 x 6-inch card front with ease. This set of 12 thin metal cutting dies also has enough room for Poinsettia blossoms, Holly, Fir and more! This set is a must-have!

Bibi’s Snowflakes is a beautiful collection to celebrate the winter season. Bibi Cameron’s stunning and clever designs make these snowflakes come to life. She offers a variety of motifs from large format, interactive features, stamps, stencils and even a Glimmer Hot Foil Plate & Die Set. Many to choose from!

I die cut the entire die and cut it into sections.

I used the negative die as stencils and this was how I created the snowy background.  For the postive images, I colored it with Distress Oxide.

Later I found the colors slightly too bright. I then die cut some more in vellum and layered them over the colorful snowflakes.

I stamped "Warm Wishes" and postal Stamp with Holiday Hugs Sentiments. 

What do you think? Hope you enjoy today's snowy inspiration. 

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Quick and Easy Cards (Group 2)

  Hello friends!

I am popping in to share this month's Spellbinders Quick and Easy Card Kit. 

 

The October "New Subscriber" registration window will be available October 6-27th. While supplies last. Join in October and receive the pictured kit. Clubs will ship by the 31st.

The Cardmaking Kit of the Month Club is NOW the the Quick & Easy Card Kit of the Month Club. We have adjusted the contents down and reduced the price so that the kits no longer require a die cutting machine. This month's "Feeling Festive" Quick & Easy Card Kit includes a 6x6 paper pad, die cut shapes, tons of embellishments, card bases, and more!

 As the club kit name suggested, it is so quick and easy to put the cards together when you have a kit like this. I came up with 6 cards and will share 2 each time.  So, today's group number 2.

Arranged designs based on themes: I chose the wreath as the main focus. I then decorated and added embellishments. 

Choose the main focal point:  I chose Santa as the main focal point and then decorated the rest. This can be easily done once you have the main object.

Here are the monthly subscription plans: 

Small Die of the Month, Large Die of The Month, Stitching Die of The Month, Embossing Folder of The Month, 3D Embossing Folder,  Quick and Easy Card Kit, Clear Stamp of The Month, Clear Stamp & Die of the Month, Glimmer Hot Foil Kit,

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An Envelope of Fall Goodness!

 Hello friends! 

In my neck of the woods, fall is arriving slowly and beauti-fall-y! This Spellbinders Envelope of Wonder Die is part of the new August release.  This die set has a few coordinating elements.

 

Spellbinders Envelope of Wonder (Spellbinders, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp).

 

 Autumn Wonder Coordinating set: Spellbinders, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp 

 

 Christmas Wonder Coordinating set: Spellbinders, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

 

 Halloween Coordinating set: Spellbinders, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

 

With the Envelope of Wonder, I created another fall card. 

I used mostly Distress Oxide Ink. I added details with Distress Oxide Watercolor Pens.

 

If you love the chalky look, Distress Oxide Watercolor Pens are  perfect for adding details and contrasts.

You can get the watercolor pens in a set of three HERE

I absolutely love these envelopes. The die really make it fun and easy to create. Be sure to click through my affiliated links if you are craft-shopping.  Thanks for stopping by!

Quick and Easy Card Kit Inspiration (Group 1)

 Hello friends!

I am popping in to share this month's Spellbinders Quick and Easy Card Kit. 

 

The October "New Subscriber" registration window will be available October 6-27th. While supplies last. Join in October and receive the pictured kit. Clubs will ship by the 31st.

The Cardmaking Kit of the Month Club is NOW the the Quick & Easy Card Kit of the Month Club. We have adjusted the contents down and reduced the price so that the kits no longer require a die cutting machine. This month's "Feeling Festive" Quick & Easy Card Kit includes a 6x6 paper pad, die cut shapes, tons of embellishments, card bases, and more!

 As the club kit name suggested, it is so quick and easy to put the cards together when you have a kit like this. I came up with 6 cards and will share 2 each time.  So, today's group number 1.

Arrange the embellishments base one shape and size: when I saw the paper in similar sizes, I arranged them into rows.

Group the objects base on colors and textures: I arranged the acetate pieces and created a warm coffee scene with holiday images.

Here are the monthly subscription plans: 

Small Die of the Month, Large Die of The Month, Stitching Die of The Month, Embossing Folder of The Month, 3D Embossing Folder,  Quick and Easy Card Kit, Clear Stamp of The Month, Clear Stamp & Die of the Month, Glimmer Hot Foil Kit,

Please click HERE when you are ready to check out your cart. I appreciate that you shop through my affiliated links ( product links and shops at the side bar).

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