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Create Cards with Sizzix

19 Oct

Hello everyone! We are well on our way through October so I have asked the team to share some ideas on how to create cards with Sizzix and other Eileen Hull products for the end of the month. As predicted, when given a challenge the Inspiration Team delivers amazing project ideas and tutorials. I myself was blown away and I know you will be too. Come along with me and the Inspiration Team as they “show us their cards”.

Create Cards with Sizzix

Tracy Evans created an incredible mixed-media card featuring my Travel Trailer Sizzix Die and DecoArt Media products. Tracy modeled her trailer after my own Scotty! I’m so honored. This mixed media card is full of Tracy’s own mixed-media magic down to the last inky detail!

Travel to Tracy’s Blog for a detailed tutorial on how to created your own mixed-media style cards with Sizzix and DecoArt Media.

Pam Bray is taking us on a Safari Adventure with her creative card idea featuring my Embroidery Hoop die and Color Box Blends inks! Layers of Graphic 45 Safari Adventure papers create a gorgeous background for Sizzix die cuts and embossed papers colored with my new and improved Color Box Blends inks.

Go on a creative Safari at Pam’s Blog as she takes you through all the steps to create cards with Sizzix.

Anne Redfern shares a quick and easy card creation using my Canning Jar Sizzix Die, Spring Leaves Die and more! These Canning Jar Cards are too cute and look like they came from a fancy card store. No one needs to know you didn’t spend ages making them.

Stop by Anne’s Blog for the “Canned Goods” on how to create your own Sizzix Canning Jar cards.

Julia Aston shares a stunning clean and simple card with gorgeous copper leaves atop white card stock embossed with my honeycomb folder. The embossing on white lets the Alcohol inked Leaves (spring leaves die) take center stage. Julia’s card gives me all the Autumn feels…all. Of. Them.

“Fall” in love with this Autumn Card tutorial over at Julia’s Blog.

Tonya Trantham shares a new and innovative use for my Needle Book die with these cheerful felt flower mini cards! Tonya used dies from the Paper Flower Party collection. She stitched them up beautifully using simple stitches that give a big impact to these tiny treasures.

Get the scoop on how to create your own Needle Book Mini Cards at Tonya’s Blog.

Diana Hetherington is sharing a lovely clean and simple card trio in fabulous fall colors! Diana used my Spring leaves, Garland and Kitchen Labels Sizzix dies to create a great collection of quick and easy cards.

Visit Diana’s Blog for all three cards plus more details on how to create cards with Sizzix.

Wow talk about card making inspiration! Hope you’ve enjoyed creating cards with Sizzix and the Inspiration Team. Stay tuned next week for more creative card inspiration.

Eileen

Halloween Sizzix Projects

21 Sep

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again with more Halloween Sizzix Projects to help you get a jump start on holiday crafting. You’ll find all kinds of creations from fabric flowers to clever treat containers featuring Eileen Sizzix dies from the past and present. Plus, totally twisted ways to use my new Twist and Style Tool. Let’s take a trip to Halloween town with my Inspiration Team who’s so talented it’s SCARY!

Halloween Sizzix Projects

Lisa Hoel used my Romance Flower Die to create fabric flowers in fun fall colors. My re-released 3-D vase die makes a lovely container to house her Halloween Blooms. Looks like Lisa has been using the twist and style tool to add wired ghost and bat die cuts to her fabulous Halloween Flower Centerpiece!

Visit Lisa’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Halloween Flower Centerpiece!

Donna Budzynski has two delightful Halloween creations to share. Get ready for a creative lightbulb to go off when you see how Donna created this Haunted Hot Air Balloon ATB! Your creativity will soar to new heights with Donna’s twist and style tool techniques.

I’m sure Donna won’t mind if you “eyeball” her next project, a totally twisted Halloween treat canister!

Stop by Donna’s Blog to learn how to use my ATB and Canister dies with the twist and style tool to create these Halloween Sizzix Projects.

Diana Hetherington has a super creative (and creepy) use for my 3-D vase die. The clever lass has used it as a nifty lampshade for her haunted Halloween Lamp treat container!

Visit Diana’s Blog as she shines a creative light on how she created this innovative Sizzix project.

Pam Bray has a lovely Floral Thanksgiving centerpiece that doubles as a candy holder! Pretty papers and Paper Flower Party Blooms adorn this fun fall centerpiece.

Stop by Pam’s Blog and be sure to Thank her for the fun tutorial.

Tonya Trantham treats us to a Whimsical Witch Candy Box! What a cute idea to use my Cookie Box die to create an adorable witch…just add a hat! Tonya decorated her witch’s hat with flower die cuts from my Paper Flower Party collection and my Twist and Style tool.

Head to Tonya’s Blog to learn more about this wonderfully whimsical Witch Candy Box project!

Hope you enjoyed this weeks round up of Halloween Sizzix Projects! If you missed any of the previous Holiday Sizzix projects you can check them out by following the links below…

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Stay tuned for more Holiday Jump Start creations next week.

Eileen

Twist and Style Inspiration

24 Aug

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again with more Twist and Style Inspiration! In case you haven’t heard I have a new Sizzix Tool coming soon to a store near you. My new Twist and Style Tool makes it easy for you to twist wire, ribbon, raffia and more for any project you can imagine. Want to find out how to add a “twist” to your creative projects? Let’s see what the IT has in store for you today…

Twist and Style Inspiration

Lisa Hoel is sharing some holiday themed twist and style inspiration. These gorgeous jars are wired to perfection with holiday baubles and bling! My gift giving gears are already turning as I think of all the folks I can cross off my list with these fun gifts.

Can’t part with your handmade holiday jars? No need to get your knickers in a “twist” there’s no shame in keeping some of your handmade holiday creations to decorate your own home.

Stop by Lisa’s blog for more pics and details on these lovely Twist and Style Holiday Jars.

Tonya Trantham shares a fantastic Fall Fairy Shadow Box on wheels! Tonya used the Twist and Style tool to mobilize her darling little fairy by twisting her own set of wheels. Not only that she also twisted up some fall colored stems to add detail to the fall flowers around the fairy.

Visit Tonya’s blog to find out how she used my Candy Drawer die and the Twist and Style Tool to create this fun Fall Fairy Shadowbox.

Anna Karin Evaldsson has a garden of twist and style inspiration to share with you. Wool felt and wire? Who knew itchy and pokey could join together and be soooo pretty! AK used a bunch of dies from my Paper Flower Party collection to cut her wool felt pieces and then twisted up gorgeous wire detailing, stems and leaves with the twist and style tool.

Learn how to create your own wire and wool felt flower garden at Anna-Karin’s Blog.

Michelle Zerul has a fine fall garland tutorial for you today. Eat your heart out pottery barn! This Fall Garland is quick and easy to create and won’t break the bank. Just look at that perfect twist and the metallic leaf cut from my new Spring Leaves die. Would you believe it’s not made of Metal? Nope it’s Deco Art Media.

Michelle has many more twist and style tricks up her sleeve so stop by her Blog to learn more.

Nicole Wright our reigning queen of Halloween has twisted up a BOO-tiful design using my Flower Pocket die. That Pocket die isn’t just for posies anymore! Zombies anyone? Nicole’s wired word art tutorial is sure to scare some creativity into you.

Stop by Nicole’s blog to learn more about her Wired Word Art Halloween Zombie Scene, but beware inspiration is lurking there.

While we are on the subject of wired word art, let’s have a look at Diana Hetherington’s Twist and Style Inspiration. Diana twisted herself a wired “Welcome” sign and used it to top off a grapevine wreath beautifully decorated with Wool flowers cut with Paper Flower Party Sizzix Dies.

This welcoming wreath project is the perfect way to “welcome” fall don’t you think? Visit Diana’s Blog for a welcoming twist and style tutorial.

In case you missed any of the previous Twist and Style Tool projects you can check them out by following the links below…

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I’m off again on the Paper Trail again! You can find out if I’m coming to a store near you and check out the Paper Trail #10 Schedule HERE.

Stay tuned next week for more Twist and Style Inspiration!

Eileen

Introducing the Twist and Style Tool

3 Aug

Hello everyone, this month the Inspiration Team will be introducing you to my new Twist and Style Tool. This new tool allows you to add a creative twist to any of your projects. If your tired of sore fingers from hand twisting wire, ribbon and the like this is the tool for you! My new Twist and Style tool allows you to create a perfectly even twist with just a few turns. This means no more bumpy ribbons and wires or sore fingers for you. Woo Hoo!!

If you are wondering how the Twist and Style Tool can help you create beautiful projects the Inspiration Team is here to show you all the wonderful ways you can use my new tool for your creative endeavors. The Twist and Style Tool will be available soon so check your local stores and the Eileen Hull Sizzix Page for updates. In the meantime, sit back and enjoy this weeks creative projects…with a twist!

Twist and Style Tool

Tracy Evans starts us off with a Twist and Style Tool project that will melt your mixed-media loving heart! This set of Artist Trading Blocks makes my artful HeART all aflutter! Tracy has even included a coordinating card. I just love how she used the tool to create these wonderland inspired wire hearts, sprinkled with some of her mixed-media magic, and topped off with pouring medium.

Take a trip over to Tracy’s blog for a full tutorial on how to create these fabulous wire hearts with my new Twist and Style Tool!.

Pam Bray has created a plethora of pretty projects using my new Twist and Style Tool. These elegant gift card holders feature flowers from my Paper Flower Party Sizzix collection adorning my Needle Book die and Scalloped Flap Box. Pam used the tool to add wired floral elements and create gorgeous bejeweled handled for her gift card holders. Wow!

Visit Pam’s Blog where she shares how she added a creative twist to her fabulous floral gift card holders.

I hope you enjoyed a first look at my new Twist and Style Tool from Sizzix. The Inspiration Team will have more creative projects to share with you all month so stay tuned!

Eileen

Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials

26 Jul

Hey everyone! There’s always something to celebrate and the Inspiration Team has been partying all month-long with creative party decor ideas using Eileen Hull Sizzix dies. Today we’re sharing the ultimate list of Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials that you can use to create fun favors, centerpieces and more for your next event. Let’s get this Sizzix party started!

Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials

Donna Budzynski starts us off with an all out Eileen Hull Sizzix party bonanza! She’s got some serious Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials using a bunch of my dies. Not to mention the cute and clever party ideas Donna’s cooked up. This girl has been BUSY creating everything from banners, to treat containers, place cards, favor bags and more!

RSVP to Donna’s Blog where she shows you how to create the ultimate party using Eileen Hull Sizzix dies.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson has a fun party game to share that will have your guests getting creative. AK used my Suitcase Die to pack a container filled with creative possibilities! Inside you’ll find flower die cuts from Paper Flower Party, brads, rhinestones and other crafty supplies that party goers can use to decorate their suitcases.

Pack your bags and learn how to give your party guests the gift of creativity by visiting Anna-Karin’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create this Suitcase Creative Treasure Chest.

Tonya Trantham shows you how to dress up dollar store gift bags with my new Paper Flower Party dies. Whether you are handing out these gift bags at a bash you are hosting or attending a party and bringing a gift this project is easy to create. These gift bags look like they came from a fancy stationery store. Your guests and gift-ees will never know you didn’t spend a mint on them.

Stop by Tonya’s blog for a tutorial on how to dress up your own gift bags with different Sizzix flower dies from Paper Flower Party!

Jonathan Fong has a fun place card tutorial that will have you feeling nostalgic. How cute are these Retro TV place cards? Jonathan used my Luggage Tag die to create these quick and easy place cards. Just because you’re short on time doesn’t mean your party has to suffer on style as Jonathan proves with this delightful project.

Get out the rabbit ears and tune into Jonathan’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create these adorable Retro TV Place Cards.

Drab place settings getting you down? Anne Redfern has just the solution perfect for your next garden party, shower or bbq. These Honey Comb Cutlery Holders are just what you need to set the prettiest of tables. Anne used my Box with Scalloped Flap to create a lovely cutlery holder which she prettied up with my Heart and Soul Flower and added texture using my Honey Comb embossing folder.

Find out how you can create your own Honey Comb Cutlery Holders at Anne’s Blog.

Shelly Hickox shares a favor box tutorial that your guests will think you spent HOURS creating. When you think of Shelly Hickox projects simple is the last thing that comes to mind but believe it or not this project is just that! All you need to do is cut, emboss, assemble and add a quick coffee filter flower and you are DONE.

Visit Shelly’s blog for a simpler than you think tutorial on how to create this lovely Embossed Kraft Favor Box.

Nicole Wright LOVES all things fall. Nicole’s Fall Place Card project will get you in the mood for the season soon to be upon us. I can almost smell the crisp fall air and taste the apple cider…sure hope I’m invited! Nicole has some pretty cool coffee filter flower techniques to share using my Pansy Die and an old favorite from way back when…my place card die.

“Fall” in love with this Autumn themed Place Card project and get the full tutorial at Nicole’s Blog.

Diana Hetherington ends our Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials with a cute Scalloped Box project that will help you remember all of your upcoming events. You’ll never forget a Birthday, Anniversary, Wedding or Shower again with Diana’s handy “Important Dates” box. This project will help you keep YOUR important dates straight all year-long!

Stop by Diana’s blog (and don’t be late) for a very, Important Dates Box tutorial.

I do hope you enjoyed all of the Sizzix Party Decor Tutorials shared here this month. In case you missed any of the previous projects you can check them out by following the links below…

You can find all of the Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies used in these projects HERE. Good news my Paper Flower Party Dies and Re-released Sizzix Favorites are back in stock! Get them while supplies last.

If you’ve been inspired to create your own party projects using Eileen Hull Sizzix dies I would love for you to share them on my Facebook Page.

Stay tuned next week as the Inspiration Team shows you all the creative ways you can use my new Twist and Style tool!

Eileen

More Sizzix Party Ideas

14 Jul

Hey everyone the Inspiration Team is back again with more Sizzix Party Ideas to share with you. Planning a party? Learn how to create your own favors, decorations, centerpieces, invitations and more with your Sizzix machine and Eileen Hull dies. You’ll find all kinds of creative ways to make your next wedding, shower, birthday party or special event extra special with these project DIY Sizzix Party Ideas and project tutorials.

Sizzix Party Ideas

Lisa Hoel gets our Sizzix party going with a 3-D Tea Cup Favor Box project. Whether you are hosting a Bridal Shower tea party, Brunch, Birthday, or Baby Shower, this is a darling favor to send home with your guests. Not only is Lisa sharing a fun technique on how to create custom stamps using your favorite Sizzix dies- she also has a paper flower making tutorial using my new Heart and Soul Flower die from Paper Flower Party.

Stop by Lisa’s blog for a cuppa tea and technique packed tutorial on how to create this adorable 3-D Tea Cup Favor Box yourself!

Julia Aston has a treat jar project sure to make a splash at your next event. This Lily Pad treat jar holds yummy gummy frogs that will delight “kids” from 2-100! Julia’s fun froggy creation uses tissue paper and my Romance Flower die to craft a favor that your guests will think you spent hours or a fortune on.

Hop over to Julia’s blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Lily Pad Treat Jar with Eileen Hull Sizzix dies. You’ll also find some satisfied party goers enjoying their frog filled favors.

Diana Hetherington shares a textured canister favor project bursting with colored RENDR paper Swirl Flowers! The textured white matboard canister she’s created lend a lovely background for her gorgeous colored paper flowers. A ribbon of black tulle completes the look of these fabulous favors perfect for a wedding, shower or birthday party.

Stop by Diana’s blog for a colorful paper flower tutorial and textured Canister die tips.

I do hope you have enjoyed this weeks round of Sizzix Party Ideas from my oh so talented Inspiration Team. You can find all of the dies used in these projects by following the links below…

For a complete list of Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies click HERE.

We’ll see you next week with more Sizzix Party ideas!

Eileen