Make a Pocketwatch Photo Album. Life As Lou :: Magic Boxes: A Life As Lou Online Class :: January :: 2008. Due to popular demand, I am doing a tutorial on the Magic Boxes I showed off in some previous posts. To begin, choose your paper. You need six sheets of matching paper (preferably a heavier weight). Choose one for your outside, budgeting for a contrasting one for your lid, and 4 to create the inside boxes.
Cut as follows (all measurement are in inches): Outside: 6 x 11 3/4ths Lid: 8.5 x 8.5 4 inner boxes: 8 x 8 The only challenging part of this project is creating the lid and inside compartments. 1. 2. fold the tips of your paper in so that they meet at the center. Fold in all four sides, and then unfold. 3. This fold gives you the sides of your box. 4. I have also colored four triangles. 5. 6. Do the same thing on the other side. 7. Repeat this process on your 8 inch and 8.5 inch papers. Now for the outside. 1. 2. To put the boxes in, first adhere one to the very top right corner, making certain that you are flush with the corner of the outside paper. Here are a few that I’ve made. Ing Article: 3D Cards. Author: Kayla Richards Filip When making cards, most of us create cards to fit inside envelopes. Why not take a new, fun, and fresh approach to creating greetings for loved ones?
In this article, you will find three projects that not only share sentiments and notes, but also include something more. Have fun creating! Project #1: Sweet Sentiments This 3D card is sweet - literally! Suggested Supplies: The pink and orange papers are simply wrapped around the candy bars. Project #2: Christmas Tree Card I made this 3D Christmas tree card for my grandmother.
Start with red cardstock. Next, grab some green patterned paper that will flatter the Christmas-themed paper you added to the front of the card. Project #3 - Goodie-Box Card This card is perfect for small work gifts or to use anytime you have a little gift to give someone in addition to a card. The box is simple to create. Once you have your box assembled, it is time to embellish your card box and to create the tag card. New Popcorn Box template set (pretty stamp room storage) :o) Are you in the mood for a template or two? I was going to wait until I had really good photos and a full pictorial,but then I would take forever, never get it all "perfect"and wouldn't be able to say this to you today.... New templatesFinally! The migraine has been rearing itsugly-jabberwocky head a good deal lately,but I went "snicker-snack with my vorpal bladeleft it dead, and with its head... went galumphing back! "(English translation of my Lewis Carroll nonsense:I'm doing stuff anyhow!)
Soooooh.... I made these boxes to store ribbon in: They are held onto a Do It Yourself ribbon rackwith Velcro ribbon loops. The ribbon rack is secretly an old ikea pot rackturned up on its side (with every other bar removed).It sits on the back of my cutting/scoring station (a dresser top). The boxes are lined inside with a vine pattern (my fave): The black bits at the top are pieces ofblack cardstock trim to finish the box off.
A big thanks, Heather! So I was wondering Do you prefer JPEG, PNG, or PDF? PaperWishes. Paper Wishes Personal Shopper. Paper Wishes Personal Shopper. Mizuhiki Card. 217 Creations: Cute 3x3 Mini Card Holder- Free File. Before I start this tutorial, I want to thank all my readers and subscribers for allowing me to have some time off. I had a huge creative surge this week and have so much to show you! Today I am going to show the cute Mini Card Holder I made. This file is made with Plantin Schoolbook on Gypsy. It cuts so easily and has score marks for folding. Not only is it cute but it has so many uses. The file is 2 pages. Page 1 is the wrapper or the main body of the box. Page 2 is the inside divider.
This layer is optional. Once the layers are cut, follow all scoremarks. dd adhesive to the side flaps and press firmly, sealing the edges. Then take adhesive backed Velcro dots and apply to form a closing top. Insert page 2 Divider into the box. Here is an example of those cute cards. This 3x3 mini card was made from Bloom with SEI Bridgeport paper. Here is an example of a 3x3 Calling Card. The Circle Calling Card is a way to share information with fellow Circlets. As you can see, each fits inside very nicely. How to make a Spinner Card ! So I have had a few requests on how to create a spinner card. Most of the ones you see, they use a Stampin Up punch...well what about the rest of us who dont own one? Here's a video with easy instructions on how! Enjoy~ Resin Troubleshooting Tips - Preventing "Wet Out" People often contact me for tips on the resin making process.
In this resin making series, I hope to touch on some of the common problems that occur with the process and offer solutions on how to correct them. Much of what I will share with you is based on my own trial and error in making my own projects. One of the most common issues which occurs is something called "wet out. " "Wet out" occurs when the resin makes contact with images. It can make your image look like it got wet, and in severe cases, it can make your whole image turn transparent. The photo to the right shows "wet out" where the angel's wings meet her dress. The chemicals in resin break down delicate items such as paper. Another method that was recommended in a book I read is to cover both sides of the image with clear packing tape. My favorite method to prevent "wet out" is to use glossy (not matte) gel medium.
Here's the step-by-step process I use to protect my images: STEP TWO: Tear off a sheet of wax paper. Ing Article: Using the Spirelli Technique. By Denise Gormish Looking for a fun technique to decorate a scrapbook page or card? Try using the Spirelli technique. In this technique, thread is wound around a cardstock or chipboard shape in a pattern to create a beautiful design. To use this technique you will need thread and a cardstock or chipboard piece with indentations around the edge. Spirelli patterns differ according to the shape of the design piece and the pattern, meaning the notch-to-notch direction you choose for the threading. Here's one way of creating the Spirelli: Tack down the starting thread. Embellish the Spirelli. Grab some thread and a shape and enjoy this fun technique.
Need supplies to recreate this on your own? Pyramage -building your cards up step by step. , or as it is sometimes known, is a very quick and easy form of decoupage. Quite simply you build the image on the front of your card and step it up like a pyramid. Normally this is done with 5 layers but sometimes 6 can be used. Decide what you think looks best and go with that! - Just remember you can't get it wrong! You can either use pre printed pyramage designs or you can create your own by photocopying a suitable image 5 or 6 times. Each image must be the same size and shape. If you are using 5 images set 1 base image aside. Flip the remaining 4 images over. On the 1st one draw a 1cm border all around each edge. With your craft knife carefully cut along the lines you have drawn. You should now have a set of 4 frames and 4 solid image "mats". Put your base image onto your work mat and then start assembling the cut image mats using either or .
Affix the foam pads, or glue, to back of the largest image mat and layer that onto the base. New! Have your say about what you just read! Home Page. Magic Happens | Paper, Coordinating, Die, Specialty, Fairy | Kaisercraft craft and scrapbooking wholesaler. Matchbox Advent Box: Create an Easy Christmas Craft. Creative Studio. Download Projects for Cards, Games, Gifts & More. Creative Studio. Download Projects for Cards, Games, Gifts & More. Happy tape — japanese masking tape, now in the U.S. R & R Scrapbooking. Scor-Pal. K&Company | SMASH. Peachy Keen Stamps :: Clear Photopolymer Stamps for Scrapbooking, Cardmaking and More! COPICMARKER.COM. Scrappinwithmybug.com. Life As Lou :: Explosion Boxes: A Life As Lou Online Class :: March :: 2007.
The explosion box is actually quite simple to create, although a bit time consuming. Begin by choosing 4 double sided cardstock weight paper. Consider buying one of our scrap club kits if you are unsure what papers you want! It comes fully loaded and never has any extra fees from our Flagship Merchant Services . The first paper (the one that will be the outside of the box, and the base layer of the photos) should be 12 inches by 12 inches. The next paper trim to 11x11, and score the sides at 3 3/4 inches. The third paper needs to be trimmed to 10x10.
This will leave you with 3 perfectly layered pieces for your box . These layers can be embellished and decorated in many ways. When you have them all decorated, adhere the centers. You can view all of the sides, simply by flipping the pages. To create the lid you will need to trim your paper to 8x8 inches. Your lid should fit on your box bottom perfectly and give an exploding effect when removed.
Karen Foster. Freebies | Cuddly Buddly Crafts. Friday Freebies. DIY Dimensional Paper Flowers / Other Projects. Difficulty Rating: Intermediate Flowers are definitely a crafting staple. They seem to be that one embellishment that you can pop onto just about anything to add a little interest, drama, or pop of color. So I never tire of coming up with new ways to create them! I would be willing to bet that you would not be able to guess which punch I used to create the above flower.
Any guesses? It's the scalloped square (Square-A-Licious) squeeze punch. I came up with this technique on accident, and I have to say it is quite addicting. 1. 2. 3. 4. Play around with layering different sizes and colors. I knew a wreath would be a fun way to display my flowers, but I couldn't find a wreath base around the house. Scrap Much?