Thursday, November 28, 2013

Faber-Castell: Thanksgiving Tin

Happy Thanksgiving in the U.S.~!! Today I'm on Faber-Castell® Design Memory Craft® Blog and I am excited to share a Thanksgiving Tin that I re-purposed from a small cookie tin :) It's perfect for putting gratitude cards, notes and tags in OR some sweet candy!





Just a few sneak peeks...you'll have to go to Faber-Castell® Design Memory Craft® Blog to see the other step outs and a complete list of supplies :)

Thank you for stopping by!
Wishing you and your family a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!
MargieH

Sunday, November 17, 2013

Hazel and Ruby: Gone Typo Celebrate Today Birthday Card

Hello! I created a birthday card with Hazel & Ruby's Gone Typo Collection. A sweet friend in the industry is celebrating a birthday today - Happy Birthday, Ken :) This collection is versatile that you can make a masculine themed project too!


With a combination of die templates, I created a wonderful layer of JustRite® Papercrafts' Vintage Labels Four and Spellbinders Labels Twenty-Two and Marvelous Squares dies. Once I cut/embossed them with Wanderlust Patterned Paper (both sides) and white cardstock, I inked the edges of the patterned papers to make them stand out a little...using both direct ink to paper technique and some cotton tips.


I stamped my image/sentiment from Celebrate Today Vintage Labels Four Clear Stamps set on white cardstock and then cut/embossed Vintage Labels Four die over the it. To color, I used Teal and Blue Art GRIP® Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils by using a water brush and my fingers to blend the Light Yellow PITT Pastel Pencil area...all wonderful products from Faber-Castell® Design Memory Craft®!


Then I layered all with 3D Foam Squares to give the layers dimension and placed it on top of the card panel that was handcut with Just Sayin' Patterned Paper that was also edged with ink. This card base came from Hazel & Ruby's A6 Card Pad line...so convenient to use and great designs! Each collection has a card pad :)


Here is a second look...


Project Supplies:
Hazel & RubyGone Typo Collection (Wanderlust and Just Sayin' Patterned Papers) and Gone Typo, A6 Card Pad
White Cardstock - Darice
Stamps – JustRite Papercrafts (Celebrate Today Vintage Labels Four Clear Stamps)
Die Templates - JustRite Papercrafts (Vintage Labels Four) and Spellbinders Creative Arts (S4-346 Labels Twenty-Two and S4-383 Marvelous Squares)
Inks – IMAGINE Craft®/TSUKINEKO® (Memento Lux™ - Teal Zeal)
WaterColor Pencils, Pastel Pencil and Water Brush - Faber Castell Design Memory Craft (Art GRIP Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils GREEN and PITT Pastel Pencils REDYELLOW)
Adhesives - Beacon Adhesive (3-in-1 Craft Glue) and SCRAPBOOK ADHESIVES BY 3L® (3D Foam Squares)

There you have it a masculine birthday card with wonderful layers of die cuts - my kind of card!
Thanks for stopping by!!

Ken, your card will be in the mail soon! Happy Birthday :)
MargieH

Monday, November 11, 2013

Core'dinations: Hard Core Crop (HCC) Shaped Holiday Banner WINNER~!!

We have a Winner!! 

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Thank you to everybody who participated in the crop and a HUGE THANK to those who participated in my SHAPED Holiday Banner Challenge!! I hope you had a great time creating those banners - now you have something new for the holidays in your homes :) I am AMAZED at the wonderful and creative jobs you all did!

Congratulations Linda K!


This lucky gal will receive this BEAUTIFUL PACK of Jenni Bowlin Core Impressions Cardstock = LOVE!! Enjoy that pack of WONDERFUL papers!!

Linda: please email CoreDT@coredinations.com with your full name, address AND phone number with the challenge you won in the title (Margie's Challenge). You have have ONE week from the day we post on the Core Blog to claim your prize. Please allow for 4-6 weeks for shipping and processing.

Again congratulations, Linda K!! Thank you to all who participated - you all did a fabulous job!
MargieH

Friday, November 08, 2013

Michaels Stores: Pinterest Party (Nov 10th 2013, 1 to 4PM)

Did you know that Michaels Stores is having a Pinterest Party this Sunday, November 10th, 2013?! The party is at its locations in the U.S. and Canada from 1:00 to 4:00pm. Michaels favorite lifestyle bloggers and Spellbinders® Action Team members will be at various location in the U.S. So come join in on the FUN~!


For my friends that live near the Michaels Store in Schaumburg IL, please join me as I will show off my Pinterest project, using Spellbinders Grand Calibur® Die Cutting and Embossing Machine with our die templates and our M-Bossabilities™ folders! Here are two of my projects I will be bringing!


With one fabulous die template, S5-111 Angle Approach Cut•Fold•Tuck set, you can layer/stack your die cuts and add a pearl in the center for a quick card. This one took less than 10 minutes!!


The shaped card was created with S4-347 Labels Twenty-Three (retired). Make sure to die-cut two pieces, edge with ink and score 1/2" from the top. Apply wet adhesive in the scored area and match up the two die cuts together. Cut, Emboss and Stencil S4-328 Foliage die cut for beautiful details. Roll S4-351 Spiral Blossom One with a quilling tool. Assemble all to create this wonderful shaped card.

If you have questions about our products, this will be a good opportunity to ask! I will be by the Spellbinders display demonstrating how Spellbinders products work, along with tips and techniques to show you how versatile your Spellbinders die templates are!

See you there!!
MargieH

JustRite: Sweet Hearts Clear Stamps


BREAKING NEWS!!

We are very excited to announce that our log in issue with our JustRite® Papercraft website has been fixed. Thank you to everyone who helped us trouble shoot the issue. In celebration we have a Grand Opening Coupon Code for you to use in the store - simply type RESET (all caps) in the coupon code box at check out to receive 25% off your entire purchase.

If this is your first time shopping in our new website - you will need to reset your password. You may use your password from our old website or create a new password. Have fun shopping!

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Today, I am introducing JustRite’s November 2013 ReleaseSweet Hearts Clear Stamps designed by the talented Samantha Walker using Spellbinders® S5-204 Lace Hearts dies also designed by Samantha to create a card. On a personal note: this card is perfect for wishing my hubby a happy wedding anniversary - 21 years! It was yesterday but the sentiment on this card expresses how I feel about my hubster!! OK...back to our card! LOL!!


今日は JustRite 11月のリリースの最終日です。私は、Samantha Walkerさんの デザインが好きで、彼女とJustRiteのデザインコラボで、とても幸せな気分です! (笑) ハートフルなカードを作りました~!今朝のニューズです:今日から11月24日まで、JustRiteのHP Grand Opening Saleを行います~!オーダーの合計 (輸送別) を25%引きます!Code: RESET 是非 使ってくださいね。


Using Spellbinders 5 x 7 Card Creator Series, I cut/embossed S6-001 5 x 7 Matting Basics A and 5 x 7 Matting Basics B die templates with patterned paper (Red - Authentique Paper and Black - Carta Bella).



Then I cut/embossed S6-004 Detailed Scallops die with white cardstock.



I used only the embossing sandwich S5-204 Lace Hearts Heart 4 die with the red die cut and sanded to highlight the design.



With the Sweet Hearts Clear Stamps set, I stamped the heart first and then later the sentiment (couldn't make up my mind! lol!!).


Next I added two ribbons, tied one in a knot and added two heart stick pins. Sequins were adhered on the card panel.



Lastly, the embellished card panel was placed on a 5 x 7" white card base and it's ready to be delivered! Another look...


Project Supplies:
JustRite Papercraft Stamps - Sweet Hearts Clear Stamps
Spellbinders Creative Arts - S5-204 Lace Hearts, S6-001 5x7 Matting Basics A, 5x7 Matting Basics B and S6-004 Detailed Scallops
Inks – IMAGINE Craft®/TSUKINEKO® (Memento™ Ink - Black Tuxedo)
Card Base - Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock®/David Tutera™ For Darice Celebrate Cardmaking System
Patterned Papers - Authentique Paper (Lovely Collection) and Carta Bella (Paris Girl Collection)
Tool - Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock (Sand-It Gadget)
Ribbons - May Arts Ribbon
Pins - Maya Road
Adhesives - ScraPerfect (Best Glue Ever) and SCRAPBOOK ADHESIVES BY 3L® (3D Foam Squares)
Other: Sequins

See what my fellow designers have created with today’s amazing release!

JustRite Inspiration
Darsie Bruno
Debbie Olson
Heidi Blankenship
Michele Kovack
Marisa Job
Margie Higuchi - ME~!!
Kathy Jones
Eva Dobilas
Kristi Schurr
Sheri Holt
Barb Schram
Angela Barkhouse

Thanks for stopping by to visit! And don't forget to go shopping~!!
MargieH

Thursday, November 07, 2013

JustRite: Coffee & Friends Background Cling Stamp

Today, I am introducing JustRite® PaperCraft’s November 2013 ReleaseCoffee & Friends Background Cling Stamp set using Spellbinders® S6-002 5 x 7 Matting Basics B and M-Bossabilities™ EL-015 Bricks and Bark Folder to create a textured card.


今日は、4日目のJustRite 11月リリースの紹介です。アメリカ的な イメージのバックグランドスタンプです~!Faber-Castellの色鉛筆で色をつけました。カードベースにSpellbindersのエンボスフォルダを使い、エンボスのDesignをつけました。


I used a card base from Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock®/David Tutera™ for Darice Celebrate Cardmaking System and embossed with Spellbinderse M-Bossabilities EL-015 Bricks and Bark Folder. To highlight the embossing even more, I dauber sponged the Rich Cocoa ink. TIP: lightly mist the card base with water to loosen the paper fibers for a deeper emboss :)


I wanted to add a little more color to the card so I cut/embossed S6-002 5 x 7 Matting Basics B with patterned paper and for a perfect layering piece. Tie a burlap ribbon for another dimension!


Using a combination of ART GRIP® Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils and PITT Pastel Pencils, I colored the image in a soft and warm tones.


Assemble and it's ready to go! Here's a second look...


Project Supplies:
JustRite Papercraft Stamps – Coffee & Friends Background Cling Stamp
Spellbinders Creative Arts - S6-002 5 x 7 Matting Basics B and EL-015 Bricks and Bark
Inks and Sponge Dauber – IMAGINE Craft®/TSUKINEKO® (Memento - Rich Cocoa)
Coloring Mediums - Faber Castell Design Memory Craft (ART GRIP® Aquarelle Watercolor Pencils and PITT Pastel Pencils)
Cardstock and Card Base - Darice and Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock/David Tutera for Darice Celebrate Cardmaking System
Patterned Papers - FarmHouse Paper Company (Country Kitchen Collection)
Ribbon and Fiber - May Arts Ribbon
Adhesives - ScraPerfect (Best Glue Ever)
Other - Button

See what my fellow designers have created with today’s fabulous release!

JustRite Inspiration
Kristi Schurr
Eva Dobilas
Heidi Blankenship
Marisa Job
Darsie Bruno
Margie Higuchi -- ME!!
Angela Barkhouse
Sheri Holt
Barb Schram
Michele Kovack

Thanks for stopping by to visit!
MargieH

Wednesday, November 06, 2013

JustRite: Fashion Vintage Labels Six Cling Stamps

Today, I am introducing JustRite® PaperCraft’s November 2013 ReleaseFashion Vintage Labels Six Cling Stamps using Spellbinders® S6-005 5 x 7 Elegant Labels Four to create a beautiful shaped card base.


11月の三日目の新しいスタンプセット(Fashion Vintage Labels Six Cling Stamps)の紹介です。今日はヴィンテージのテーマで、とても素敵なセットと思います。Shaped Cardを作りました。


These are the steps I took to create a shaped card that won't flatten or have a straight edge at the top. This is my favorite way of creating these wonderful cards!


I used several combinations of die templates to complete my card front. To make my flower smaller, I cut a part of the petals off. Notice I "locked" S4-387 Decorative Labels Twenty-Two and Vintage Labels Five Dies die cuts together - love that they mix and match!


Here is another look at the finished card! If you haven't tried already, give this shaped card technique a go and see if this become your favorite way to create a card!


Project Supplies:
JustRite Papercraft Stamps - Fashion Vintage Labels Six Cling Stamps
JustRite Papercraft Exclusive Dies - Vintage Label & Banner Dies and Vintage Labels Five Dies
Spellbinders Creative Arts - S4-387 Decorative Labels Twenty-Two, S5-086 Bitty Blossoms and S6-005 5 x 7 Elegant Labels Four
Inks – IMAGINE Craft®/TSUKINEKO® (Memento™ Ink - Bamboo Leaves) and Stampin' Up (Regal Rose Classic Ink)
Patterned Papers - Authentique Paper (Grace Collection)
Rhinestone - KasierCraft
Adhesives - ScraPerfect (Best Glue Ever) and SCRAPBOOK ADHESIVES BY 3L® (3D Foam Squares)

See what my fellow designers have created with today’s wonderful release!

JustRite Inspiration
Debbie Olson
Kathy Jones
Heidi Blankenship
Marisa Job
Darsie Bruno
Eva Dobilas
Michele Kovack
Sheri Holt
Angela Barkhouse
Kristi Schurr
Margie Higuchi - ME~!!
Kazan Clark

Thanks for stopping by to visit!
MargieH

Tuesday, November 05, 2013

JustRite: Haberdashery Vintage Labels Five Clear Stamps

Today, I am introducing JustRite® PaperCraft’s November 2013 ReleaseHaberdashery Vintage Labels Five Clear Stamps set using a couple of Spellbinders® 5 x 7 Card Creator series to create a card.


I layered die cuts to achieve a wonderful masculine inspired card. The black beaded flourishes create just enough embellishment. Using black patterned paper, I stenciled through the die with a white pastel pencil to highlight its beautiful and intricate design. Change the sentiment to make it a happy birthday, Father's Day or congratulation card - this Haberdashery Vintage Labels Five Clear Stamps set is so versatile in theme!

11月の二日目の新しいスタンプセット(Haberdashery Vintage Labels Five Clear Stamps)の紹介です。男性向けのカードをいっぱい作れますよ~!父の日とか、誕生日等 便利なセットと思います。私が作ったThank Youカードです。


Project Supplies:
JustRite Papercraft Stamps – Haberdashery Vintage Labels Five Clear Stamps
Spellbinders Creative Arts - S6-002 5 x 7 Matting Basics B, S6-005 5 x 7 Elegant Labels Four, S5-188 Superellipse and S5-128 Fancy Framed Tags Two
Inks – IMAGINE Craft®/TSUKINEKO® (VersaMark and Black Tuxedo Memento Ink)
Embossing Powder - American Crafts (Zing - Black)
Pastel Pencil - Faber-Castell® Design Memory Craft® (White PITT Pastel Pencil)
Cardstock - Darice/Core'dinations ColorCore Cardstock®
Patterned Papers - Carta Bella (Well Played Collection)
Bling - Want2Scrap©
Adhesives - Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® (E-Z Runner and 3D Foam Squares)

See what my fellow designers have created with today’s amazing release!

JustRite Inspiration
Heidi Blankenship
Debbie Olson
Kathy Jones
Michele Kovack
Darsie Bruno
Marisa Job
Kazan Clark
Angela Barkhouse
Eva Dobilas
Kristi Schurr
Barb Schram
Margie Higuchi -- ME!!

Thanks for stopping by to visit!
MargieH