Happy New Year creative friends! Big things are happening in 2016 I have a new Sizzix collection coming soon and some old favorite dies being re-released. I can’t wait to share my next collection with you but we’ll have to wait until after CHA. In the meantime the Inspiration Team will be showcasing projects using the 6 dies that will be making a come back. Each week will be focusing on a different die. This week the girls are featuring the Sizzix Suitcase die so pack your bags for creative inspiration!
Lisa Hoel is packing her bags full of magic with this magical Sizzix Suitcase Diorama featuring paper flowers and fairies from Graphic 45’s Once Upon a Time collection.
Take a magical trip to Lisa’s Blog for a closer look at the Fairy Garden she has hidden inside her Sizzix Suitcase project.
Tracy Evan’s will cast a mixed-media loving spell on you with her Spooky Sizzix Suitcase. Tracy proves DecoArt Media supplies, you will travel to the creative depths of your artistic imagination.
See what else is “encased” over at Tracy’s Blog and have a closer look at her Spooky Sizzix Suitcase project….if you DARE!
Hats off to Tracy for her second Sizzix Suitcase project suited for the most distinguished gentleman.
Transport yourself to Tracy’s blog for a peek inside this Gentlemanly Sizzix Suitcase adorned with Artistic Outpost Stamps.
The third time is DEFINITELY the charm for Tracy with this Sunbeam Sizzix Suitcase featuring some new Flower dies from my soon to be released Sizzix collection.
Get a little sunshine in your creative life over at Tracy’s Blog and check out her bright,blooming Sizzix Suitcase!
Pam Bray has a sensational Season’s Greetings Suitcase project that you can create to pack well wishes for any occasion!
Pack your bags for Pam’s Blog to learn more about how to send your greetings in a little Sizzix Suitcase.
Diana Hetherington has a Sizzix Suitcase project that is more than meets the eye! Don’t judge this suitcase by its realistic vintage looking cover.
See what colorful surprises are in store for you on the inside at Diana’s Blog.
Anna-Karin Evaldsson has a Time Travel Sizzix Suitcase and Mini Book Tutorial to wow you with.
Spend some time over at Anna-Karin’s Blog for a creative escape you won’t soon forget!
Winter’s here but AK’s next Suitcase project is like a warm Summer Breeze! Summer Distress Ink colors and travel themed trinkets adorn this sensational Sizzix Suitcase. Just wait till you see the inside!
Pack your bags for an early summer vacation at Anna-Karin’s Blog.
Next, we have this darling School House Thank-You Note Sizzix Suitcase from Anna-Karin.
Stop by and say thanks at Anna-Karin’s blog for yet another inspired Sizzix Suitcase idea.
As long as we’re sending thank-you notes we must not forget the stamps! Have no fear Anna-Karin is here with a positively splendid Postage Stamp Sizzix Suitcase and Spiral Bound Mini-Book Project!
Take a look inside this Postage Stamp Suitcase for a closer look at the lovely Mini-Book it contains at AK’s Blog.
Speaking of taking trips Anna-Karin took a trip down memory lane with her next Suitcase project by covering it in vintage bookmarks and pretty papers from Graphic 45’s French Country and Secret Garden collections.
Get nostalgic over at AK’s blog and take a peek at the adorable mini-book and vintage Victorian bookmark scraps she’s storing in this sweet suitcase.
For her grand finale Anna-Karin has a Sizzix Suitcase Shadowbox Project sure to strike a creative chord with you.
Check out the show at Anna-Karin’s blog!
Here’s a fun Sizzix Suitcase Project from former Inspiration Team member Oxana. What a clever idea to stack the Suitcases and turn them into a Fold out chest of drawers…talk about storage!
See what’s in store for you over at Oxana’s Blog and find out how to create your own Sizzix Suitcase Storage Box.
We are changing things up at the Art with Heart Challenge instead of having a monthly challenge with project entries prizes will be comment to win. You can comment here and on Inspiration Team members blogs for more chances to win! Want to snag a Sizzix Suitcase die of your own? Comment away and you could be the lucky winner!
Have you created a Sizzix Suitcase die project? I would love for you to share it with us on my Facebook Page.
Stay tuned for the next re-release and more projects from the Inspiration Team coming this Tuesday!
Eileen
Jean Bullock says
These are awesome projects.
Jean Bullock says
Oh and I pinned them from the designer’s blogs. You ladies are awesome.
Debbie Kaste says
Oh my gosh, Eileen! I am sooo happy that some of your older dies will be re-released! LOVE these samples of your travel case, especially Lisa’s diorama with the sweet Graphic45 fairies and Anna-Karin (one of my most favorite designers) fabulous creations. These ladies take my breath away with their creativity. Can’t WAIT to see MORE!
Best wishes to you for ‘2016’!
Julia Aston says
I just love this suitcase die – and all of the wonderful inspiration from the ladies – each idea is so different and unique! love them all! Julia xx
Judy B says
Some really wonderful examples using your suitcase die. I can honestly say that each one is so amazing that I can’t pick a favorite. Thanks for sharing.
eileen says
I know- It’s hard to pick a fave! Thanks for stopping by Judy!
Christine Smith says
Ooh wow! What awesomeness! The suitcase die is awesome! xxx
eileen says
Coming soon! Thanks for popping by Christine!
Lupe martinez says
You know I love your dies. I need to dig this one out again. The ideas shown have inspired me!
eileen says
I just got home and that’s what I want to do Lupe- have a list of ideas to try 🙂
Anne R says
Incredible inspiration!!!
eileen says
Thanks Anne- love them all- thanks for sharing you amazing talent with us all!
paper profusion says
Wow, these are all wonderful! Nicola x