Luggage Tag die Archives

Winter Wonderland with DCWV and Eileen Hull

2 Nov

Happy November everyone! We have some fun things planned for you this month. Welcome to our winter wonderland with DCWV and Eileen Hull! All month long we will be showcasing DCWV papers used with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies and other products. The Inspiration Team and the DCWV design team are bringing you double the inspiration with our Winter Wonderland Blog Hop throughout November. You can catch Inspiration Team Projects on Wednesdays and DCWV Designer Projects on Fridays. Lets see what the Inspiration Team has in store for you today…

Winter Wonderland with DCWV and Eileen Hull

Julia Aston shares a clean and simple Christmas card featuring my Heart and Soul Flower Sizzix Die and pretty papers from the DCWV “Cranberry Christmas” stack. I love how Julia has used my flower die to look like a holiday wreath hung on a door. The weathered wood grain paper from DCWV makes a fantastic background don’t you think?

Stop by Julia’s blog for more details and a jump-start on your holiday card making. Julia has quite a few more projects to share with you so stay tuned for more incredible DCWV creations coming up!

Pam Bray shows you how to get the most out of a paper stack with two wow worthy Winter Wonderland projects! Pam used my Doily Sizzix Die and some of my Paper Flower Party dies to create a card and a fantastic upcycled candy box. Both projects are decked out in DCWV Cranberry Christmas papers.

Visit Pam’s blog for a detailed tutorial with fussy cutting tips and other tricks you can use to create projects with Sizzix and DCWV.

Tracy Evan’s takes us on a vintage journey through her signature style with this outstanding Mixed-Media piece. Tracy used my Waffle Embossing Folder and Luggage Tag die to create this fine feast for the artistic eye. The wood grain paper from DCWV makes a marvelous background to tie all of the vintage details together.

Don’t miss the technique packed tutorial over at Tracy’s Blog.

I do hope you have enjoyed the first round of projects for our Winter Wonderland Blog Hop with DCWV. There will be lots more inspiration coming your way so stay tuned for that! Be sure to check out the DCWV Blog on Fridays for more Winter Wonderland projects.

See you soon!

Eileen

Creative Cards Using Sizzix Dies

28 Oct

Hello everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again to show you how to make creative cards using Sizzix Dies. Last week we saw some amazing card creations using Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies and this week the IT has even more inspired card making ideas to share with you. Check out this weeks edition of Creative Cards using Sizzix Dies!

Creative Cards Using Sizzix Dies

Lisa Hoel has a super creative card using Sizzix dies. She used my Caddy Die and daisy wreath embossing folder to create this cheerful card topped with die cuts from my Paper Flower Party Sizzix collection.

Visit Lisa’s Blog for more details on how to create this clever Caddy Card.

Julia Aston shares an encore card making performance with this gorgeous make using my Basket Weave Folder and Mug and Spoon Sizzix die. The warm rich colors included in this card make me want to curl up with a cuppa. Plenty of pattern and texture are included for extra eye candy, making this caffeinated card creation a real birthday treat!

Stop by Julia’s blog for some hot tips on how to create your own Coffee mug card.

Diana Hetherington has another quick and easy card to share with you this week. Diana used my Pansy Die and Eyelet Lace embossing folder to create simple yet stunning birthday card. This card is extra special because she created it for MY birthday! Don’t you just love the neutral toned paper pansy against the delicately embossed white cardstock? I sure do!!

Check out Diana’s Blog for an in-depth look at this lovely birthday card creation.

Nicole Wright has a fabulous fall card to share with you! It all started with a negative cut left over from a previous project. Nicole then built this beauty around it filling the negative space with embossed foil using my Basket Weave folder. She used my Spring leaves die to add fall flair to the bottom of the card…who says spring leaves have to stick to their season anyway?

Fall in love with this lovely leaf card tutorial at Nicole’s Blog.

Michelle Zerull shows off her layering skills with this beautiful card. Can you say HELLO gorgeous? Michelle’s card features expertly layered patterned papers under black card stock topped off with a Romance Flower die cut, twine and dimensional letters.

Stop by Michelle’s blog for a tutorial and tips on how to give colored card stock die cuts a fresh look in just two simple steps.

Jonathan Fong has an interactive card creation that converts into a Christmas tree! How clever! When it comes to creativity Jonathan is king. Using my Romance Flower Die and Cranberry Christmas papers from DCWV Jonathan created a card that recipients can use the contents to create a cute little tree.

Run don’t walk over to Jonathan’s blog for a fun-filled tutorial on how to create this interactive card yourself.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson takes us on a creative card safari with these wonderful Wildlife Cards! Pack your bags and grab your dies from my Vintage Travel Sizzix Collection like the Luggage Tag and Passport Book. Anna-Karin also used several Eileen Hull Embossing Folders to create a textured background for these wild and wonderful cards. Sizzix Paper Leather is the perfect product to add stamps and sentiments to your card projects and complete this stunning card safari.

Take a walk on the wild side where you’ll find a full Wild Life Card tutorial at Anna-Karin’s Blog.

I too wanted to get in on the Creative Card making action this month. Here is a fun Flip Card I created in case you missed it earlier this week.

You can check out my Wedding Flip Card with Video Tutorial HERE.

I do hope you enjoyed these creative cards using Sizzix dies. The inspiration team is always full of creative tips and tricks….their creativity is limitless!

If you missed any of the Creative Cards shared last week you can check them out HERE.

Next week starts a new month and a fun collaboration with DCWV so stay tuned all month-long in November as the Inspiration Team and the DCWV Design Team take you through a Winter Wonderland!

Eileen

Paper Leather and Ink Sheets Inspiration

16 Mar

Hey there everyone! We are back with more Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets inspiration. The Inspiration Team has some incredible projects to share with you this week that I just know will get your creative gears turning and your craft making mojo going! Check out these fantastic creations from the Inspiration Team!

In case you missed any of our previous posts you can learn more about Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets HERE. Want more project tutorials? You can find them HERE and HERE.

Paper Leather Projects

Lisa Hoel starts us off with a sensational Finding Atlantis Steampunk Journal created with Paper Leather and my Passport Book die! Lisa has discovered new ways to create with Sizzix Ink Sheets too. Did you know you can use them with stencils?

Visit Lisa’s blog for an under the sea creative adventure and swim through all the pages of her fantastic Steampunk journal!

Tonya Trantham shares a super creative Luggage Tag Shaker album! In addition to learning how to add a unique shaker effect to your projects you’ll also learn how to emboss with Sizzix Ink Sheets.

Hop on over to Tonya’s Blog for an Easter fun album tutorial.

Diana Hetherington has a wow worthy way to use my Passport Book Die with Paper Leather. This clever girl has created a colorful wallet all stitched up with signature Diana style!

Visit Diana’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Sizzix wallet in YOUR signature style!

How’s that for some creative inspiration? We don’t call them the “Inspiration Team” for kicks, these gals live up to their name week after week! If you’ve been inspired to create something that you’d like to share we invite you to add your link to the linky below for a chance to win the Make it a Party with Sizzix Book. You’ll find all kinds of ways to design your very own party supplies, gift packaging and more! Plus, you’ll also find never before seen projects from the Inspiration Team.

Stay tuned for more Paper Leather and Ink Sheets inspiration next week! Don’t forget to share your Art with Heart below.

Eileen

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Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets Project Tutorials

1 Mar

Hello everyone! Have you heard of Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets? These products are so much fun to create with and I can’t wait for you to see what they can do! All month-long the Inspiration Team will be sharing all of the wonderful ways you can use Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets with full project tutorials.

Sizzix Paper Leather Sheets

This durable material does it ALL! Simulating the look AND feel of real leather, Sizzix Paper Leather Sheets can be used to die-cut, emboss, print, ink, stitch, paint, watercolor, foil, collage or distress. Whether you wash it or use it in your printer, Paper Leather Sheets always retain their shape for a wide variety of uses. Use Paper Leather to add dimension and texture to your next cardmaking, gift tag, home décor or sewing project.

These Paper Leather Sheets are compatible with Sizzix steel-rule dies, chemically etched dies, embossing folders and the eclipse DIY Electronic Cutter.

Sizzix Ink Sheets

Make a better first impression with Sizzix Inksheets! They create perfect, smudge-free dry ink impressions. Inksheets can be used with cardstock, craft foil, leather, magnet sheet, plastic, suede, shrink plastic, sponge and wood paper to easily simulate the popular metallic foil and chalkboard looks.

Sizzix Inksheets easily transfer ink onto your projects with three fun ways to create: cut and color at once with wafer-thin, chemically etched dies, add all-over designs with embossing folders or personalize with a handwritten message or doodle. No adhesive or hot plate is necessary for Sizzix Ink Sheets foil transfers.

Inspiration Team Paper Leather and Ink Sheets Tutorials

Tracy Evans has a fantastic tutorial featuring my Passport Book die cut from Sizzix Paper Leather Sheets. She also used Sizzix Ink Sheets to add unique embellishments to the pages of her Paper Leather Passport Book project.

Visit Tracy’s blog for an in-depth tutorial where you’ll learn how to emboss and distress Sizzix Paper Leather. Plus, you’ll also learn how to use Sizzix Ink Sheets to add fun elements to your projects.

Pam Bray created a lovely Sizzix Paper Leather Luggage Tag. Pam’s tag is embellished with patterned paper die cuts from my Stitchlits and Vintage Kitchen Sizzix Collections.

I love how she used Sizzix Ink Sheets to make her patterned paper pieces pop! Stop by Pam’s Blog for tutorial on how to create with Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets.

Hope you enjoyed learning about Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets with the Inspiration Team. The creative possibilities with these products are truly endless. Stay tuned next week for more Paper Leather Project Tutorials!

Eileen

Simple Projects with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

17 Feb

Hello everyone today the Inspiration Team has a ton of tutorials to share, featuring clean and simple projects with Eileen Hull Sizzix dies! This was quite a challenge for my girls to create simple projects that could be completed in ten minutes or less, but as always the IT has risen to the occasion. Simple projects don’t have to be plain and boring.Whether you are a new crafter or an old pro these easy Sizzix projects are proof that you don’t have to sacrifice creative style to make beautiful things in ten minutes or less!

Tracy Evans certainly has NOT sacrificed her creative style to create this clean and simple Sizzix Passport Book Project with DecoArt Media.

Interested in trying your hand at Mixed-Media? Head to Tracy’s Blog for an easy Sizzix project to get your creative feet wet!

Donna Budzynski has an oh-so-LOVE-ly ten minute project. This Sizzix Needlebook Valentine is the perfect way to send some love to your sweetie all year long. You can even include a treat to sweeten the deal.

Visit Donna’s Blog for a full tutorial perfect for Sizzix beginners and seasoned veterans.

Anne Redfern shares a marvelous Mixed-Media Recipe Card Box project all decked out in DecoArt Media and Andy Skinner stamps.

Your friends will think you spent hours creating this but your secret is safe with us! Head to Anne’s Blog for this ten minute project tutorial.

Michelle Zerull needed to get organized FAST. How cute is this clean and simple desk organizer set with my Canister and Candy Drawer dies.

Stop by Michelle’s Blog to learn how you can create this simple Sizzix project with pom-poms and pretty papers.

Michelle has a second project for you to adore. How adorable is this Bird Banner created using my Bird die?

Fly on over to Michelle’s blog for a cute and quick Bird Banner tutorial!

Shelly Hickox knows how to party! Pretty flowers, champagne cocktails and Square Box party favors tied with twine set the scene for a delightful gal-pal brunch.

Visit Shelly’s Blog for a clean and simple tutorial on how to create these Sizzix Favor Boxes for your next special occasion.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson shares a wonderful Watercolor Tool Box Gift Box you won’t believe you can create in ten minutes or less!

Head to Anna-Karin’s Blog for all the “tools” you need to create simple projects that are high on style!

Tonya Trantham has an adorable Sizzix Stitchlits Flower Clip tutorial that is clean, simple and QUICK!

Visit Tonya’s Blog to get the scoop on how to create this ten minute project with my Buttons, Borders and Trim die.

Rina Gonzales is our reigning queen of simple projects that prove anyone CAN craft! Mason jars, Bakers Twine and Doily dies Oh My!

Stop and smell the flowers at Rina’s Blog for a quick and easy sizzix project tutorial.

Pam Bray has a darling Needle Book mini-booklet tutorial featuring those Tim Holtz Bird Crazy birds that everyone is crazy about.

Visit Pam’s Blog for more details on this project and other simple projects!

Pam created a second project using my Luggage Tag Die and Graphic 45 Secret Garden Papers. Instead of watching paint dry on another project Pam used the time to create this gorgeous garden tag in under 8 min!

Head to Pam’s blog for a quick and easy tutorial on how to create this clean and simple Sizzix project.

Nicole Wright has a gorgeous Needle Book Keepsake Album to share. Nicole completed her clean and simple project by using previously created bits and bobs found on her workstation. What a clever way to create quickly and make the most of your craft supplies!

Flutter over to Nicole’s Blog for a fun tutorial and a peek inside her ten minute Keepsake Album.

Diana Hetherington has taken my Recipe Card Box die and turned it into an oh-so-clever Gift Card Booklet! Who needs Hallmark when you can create a gorgeous gift like this in ten minutes or less!

Run don’t walk to Diana’s Blog for a full tutorial on this project plus a bonus project with a video tutorial.

Lisa Hoel shares a Needle Book project filled with love. Lisa’s Love Note Booklet is the perfect clean and simple project for Sizzix beginners or those short on time.

Visit Lisa’s Blog for more details on how to create loveliness with Sizzix in a snap!

Hope you have enjoyed these simple projects from the Inspiration Team. It just goes to show you that you don’t need a lot of time or experience to create art with heart. Do you have a clean and simple project idea created with Eileen Hull Sizzix dies? Be sure to share it with us on my Facebook Page.

Eileen