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Creating Bougie Cards with a Limited Color Palette

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Creating Bougie Cards with a Limited Color Palette

Hello, crafty friends! I’m Adrienne Boese, better known as Alice Scraps Wonderland online. Today I’m sharing three card ideas using the Bougie Birthday collection designed by Nina Boettcher. Since this blog post is all about being a little bougie, I’ll be sharing how to create that glamorous look with a limited color palette. The color palette I’m using is brown, cream/white, peach and touches of...

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Play Your Cards Right!

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Play Your Cards Right!

Hello there, Michelle Short here and I am delighted to be back on the Spellbinders blog using the Jack of All Trades collection by Jaycee Gaspar. This is such a fun collection based on playing cards and can be used in lots of different ways! Jack of All Trades collection by Jaycee Gaspar is available on January 10th 2025. ENJOY EVERY MOMENT My first card...

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Christmas Cards with Simon Hurley Timeless Trees Collection

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Christmas Cards with Simon Hurley Timeless Trees Collection

Hello crafty friends! It’s Rachel Alvarado from RachelAlvaradoDesigns.com. I am thrilled to be back on the Spellbinders Blog today sharing some cards that feature products from the beautiful new Simon Hurley Timeless Trees Collection. I immediately fell in love with this collection at first sight!  My first card showcases the new Classic Christmas Tree Die Set combined with the gorgeous Branches 3D Embossing Folder. To...

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Gift Card Holder Card Trio

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Gift Card Holder Card Trio

Hello Crafty Friends, Heejung Hunsberger here! I'm thrilled to be returning as a guest designer for Spellbinders this month again! If you'd like to get to know me better, visit my blog or follow me on Instagram. Additionally, I have a YouTube channel where I regularly post video tutorials. Today, I’m sharing three different occasion gift card holder cards featuring the Not your ordinary cards collection...

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September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Pumpkin Patch

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September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Pumpkin Patch

Our September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5" x 8.5" and can be used to make slimline, 5" x 7", and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on...

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September 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Sunflower

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September 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Sunflower

Join the Stitching Die of the Month Club and receive an expertly designed die set each month, complete with inspiration. The September 2024 Stitching Die of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This "Stitched Sunflower" die set features 15 cutting dies. Enjoy the step-by-step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month’s kit! Make sure to show...

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Perfect BetterPress Sentiments for Every Season

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Perfect BetterPress Sentiments for Every Season

Hello, it’s Jean Manis here and I am excited to share three cards created with products in the Spellbinders All Seasons Scrapbooking Collection. The lowercase script font used in the sentiments has a timeless elegance and versatile appeal, making the sentiments perfect for any season and occasion. I have used three of the collection’s BetterPress sets and one of the die sets, along with other...

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Three Different Season Cards

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Three Different Season Cards

Hello Crafty Friends, Heejung Hunsberger here! I'm thrilled to be returning as a guest designer for Spellbinders this month again! If you'd like to get to know me better, visit my blog or follow me on Instagram. Additionally, I have a YouTube channel where I regularly post video tutorials. Today, I’m sharing three seasonal cards featuring the All Season Collection. I made cards for Spring,...

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A Christmas Dance

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A Christmas Dance

Hello there, Michelle Short here and I am delighted to be back on the Spellbinders blog today sharing three projects using the Dancin’ Christmas Friends Collection. This fabulous collection features characters that are made so that their legs move, or dance, which is super fun! A GIFT FOR YOU For my first card, I am using the Dancin’ Gnome Etched Dies. This die creates a...

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August 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Colorful Palette

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August 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Colorful Palette

Join the Stitching Die of the Month Club and receive an expertly designed die set each month, complete with inspiration. The August 2024 Stitching Die of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This "Stitched Colorful Palette" die set features 9 cutting dies. Enjoy the step-by-step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month’s kit! Make sure to...

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Creating Christmas Cheer with the Cats and Pugs Collection

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Creating Christmas Cheer with the Cats and Pugs Collection

The holiday cardmaking season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with handmade cards featuring adorable pugs and cats? This is Jean Manis and I’m excited to share three Christmas cards I created with die sets in the Spellbinders Cats and Pugs Collection by Bibi Cameron. Let’s dive into the details, and I’ll provide tips and tricks for working with these sets....

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Cute Critter Cards with Bibi’s Cats and Pugs Collection

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Cute Critter Cards with Bibi’s Cats and Pugs Collection

Hi, friends! I’m Lauren Taylor Made and I’m so excited to be here on the Spellbinders Blog to share with you a few cute critter cards with the new Bibi’s Cats and Pugs Collection! When I saw the Big Cat Etched Die Set, I just knew it would make the perfect black cat and I thought it would be fun to give it a Halloween...

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Cats & Pugs Galore

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Cats & Pugs Galore

Hello crafty friends!  It’s Rachel Alvarado from RachelAlvaradoDesigns.com. I am happy to share some fun projects that I made using the new and super adorable Bibi’s Cats & Pugs Collection. I fell in love with this entire collection from the start and had so much fun playing with each set! My first project is a 9” x 4” slimline card that showcases five sweet little...

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Trio of Cards, Featuring the Nichol’s Needlework Collection

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Trio of Cards, Featuring the Nichol’s Needlework Collection

Hello crafty friends!  It’s Jung here, and I am back with another guest post on the Spellbinders blog. For my projects today, I’m working with the Nichol’s Needlework collection. As a needlework lover, I jumped at the chance to work with this collection. First, I started out by die-cutting the hoop elements for all three cards. I die-cut the perforated circles, the hoop frames, and...

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July 2024 Large Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Snowcapped Holidays

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July 2024 Large Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Snowcapped Holidays

The July 2024 Large Die of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This "Snowcapped Holidays" die set features 27 cutting dies. Enjoy the step-by-step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month’s kit! Make sure to show us what you create by tagging #SpellbindersClubKits on social media! Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on...

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June 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Ice Cream

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June 2024 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Ice Cream

Join the Stitching Die of the Month Club and receive an expertly designed die set each month, complete with inspiration. The June 2024 Stitching Die of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This "Stitched Ice Cream" die set features 12 cutting dies. Enjoy the step-by-step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month’s kit! Make sure to...

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June 2024 Small Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Summertime Wade Pool

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June 2024 Small Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Summertime Wade Pool

Our June 2024 Small Die of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This "Summertime Wade Pool" die set features 14 cutting dies. Enjoy the step-by-step tutorial below as well as the video tutorial to get you started with this month’s kit. Make sure to show us what you create by tagging #SpellbindersClubKits on social media! Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open...

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Simple Techniques with Karin Brushmarker Pro Markers

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Simple Techniques with Karin Brushmarker Pro Markers

Hello crafty friends! It’s Rachel Alvarado from RachelAlvaradoDesigns.com. I am here to show you a few simple ways that you can use Karin Brushmarker Pro markers when card making and/or crafting. My card today features the Karin Brushmaker Pro 12 Piece Basic Color Set along with the adorable Dancin’ Figgy Pudding Etched Dies Set. If you’ve never tried using these markers before, I highly recommend...

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Merry Mug & Circle Delights Holiday Cards & Ornaments with Rachel Alvarado

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Merry Mug & Circle Delights Holiday Cards & Ornaments with Rachel Alvarado

Hello crafty friends! It’s Rachel Alvarado from RachelAlvaradoDesigns.com. I have some fun holiday-themed cards and ornaments to share with you today featuring items from the adorable new Merry Mug & Circle Delights Collection designed by Nichol Spohr. Festive Ornaments and Gift Tags I absolutely love this entire collection! These cute little ornaments/tags don’t necessarily have to be used for holidays only, but rather can be...

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Autumn Interactive Card Ideas

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Autumn Interactive Card Ideas

Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m excited to be back on the blog today to share a couple of interactive cards made with some of the latest autumn-themed collections from Spellbinders.  I love sending cards that incorporate some kind of surprise element for the recipient and I hope to inspire you to create your own shaker, scratch-off, and light-up cards too! Autumn Woods...

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Take Action Sentiments Scratch Off Inspiration

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Take Action Sentiments Scratch Off Inspiration

Hello! I’m Jen Kotas from Who Stole My Glitter and I’m happy to be back today to share three cards featuring the Take Action Sentiments Stamp Set. There are stamps to use with a shaker and a light-up card as well as the scratch-off cards I’ll be making today. You may want to add a piece of printer paper over the scratch-off sticker sheet when...

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Stampendous Holiday Hugs Cardmaking Ideas

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Stampendous Holiday Hugs Cardmaking Ideas

Hello! I’m Jen Kotas from Who Stole My Glitter and I’m happy to be back today to share three cards featuring the Stampendous Holiday Hugs Collection. There are three adorable character die sets in the collection that I’ve turned into shaped cards. There are also coordinating stamp sets to add cute details or sentiments. You could turn these shaped cards into tags by punching a...

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The Envelope of Wonder Collection – Taming Overwhelm

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The Envelope of Wonder Collection – Taming Overwhelm

Hello! Jean Manis is here to talk about feeling overwhelmed when faced with an abundance of choices, specifically with crafting projects that involve a lot of die-cutting. The secret to working with die sets containing dozens of pieces without getting lost? Set limits to enhance your creativity. Let us delve into this topic as we explore three projects created with the Spellbinders Envelope of Wonder...

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Shaped Christmas Cards Made Easy!

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Shaped Christmas Cards Made Easy!

Hey there, crafty friends! It's Leica here, and today I want to share three unique Christmas card ideas with you. These cards are different from the usual rectangular shape. Spellbinders has a great variety of shape dies, and the largest die from any set works perfectly as a card panel. Plus, they fit nicely inside an A2-sized envelope! For all three cards, I used the...

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Stampendous Hugs With Brenda Noelke

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Stampendous Hugs With Brenda Noelke

Hello, crafty friends!! Brenda Noelke here from My PaperCut Creations! I’m super excited to be guest posting on the Spellbinders blog again today! I’m sharing three cards using the Stampendous Hugs Collection!!! This collection is soooo adorable!! There is the most darling bear, kitten, and puppy included with so many different options for personalizing them for your specific occasions!! I LOVE YOU BEAR For my...

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Using Distress Oxide Inks To Add Tons of Color to Die Cut Scenes

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Using Distress Oxide Inks To Add Tons of Color to Die Cut Scenes

Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m thrilled to be back on the blog today to share some fun ways to use Distress Oxide Inks to enhance your die-cut scenes. Ink-blended backgrounds can add tons of color to your cards while coloring die-cuts with inks can really add dimension and realistic details. Here I used Distress Oxide Inks along with the Country Road Collection...

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Country Road Inspiration Ideas with Rachel Alvarado

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Country Road Inspiration Ideas with Rachel Alvarado

Hello crafty friends!  It’s Rachel Alvarado from RachelAlvaradoDesigns.com, and I have a few projects to share with you today that feature products from the gorgeous new Country Road Collection by Annie Williams. Rustic Greeting Card For my first project, I created an A2-sized card featuring items from the Rustic Garden, Garden Builder, and Seasonal Décor Etched Die Sets.  For both my large wagon wheel and...

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The Country Road Card Ideas With Brenda Noelke

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The Country Road Card Ideas With Brenda Noelke

Hello, crafty friends!! Brenda Noelke here from My PaperCut Creations! I’m thrilled to be guest posting on the Spellbinders blog again today! I’m sharing three cards using the Country Road Collection designed by Annie Williams!! I’ve always been a huge fan of Annie’s cards and I’m so excited for her first collection! My cards today have more of a Spring or Summer theme going on,...

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Joyful Christmas Inspiration with Jen Kotas

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Joyful Christmas Inspiration with Jen Kotas

Hello! I’m Jen Kotas from Who Stole My Glitter and I’m happy to be here today to share three cards featuring the Joyful Christmas Collection from Simon Hurley. This is a large and thorough collection with fabulous stamps, dies, and hot foil plates. Retro Ornaments Season's Greetings Card The Joyful Christmas Sentiments Glimmer Plates are designed to be foiled and die-cut as one. That is...

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Fall Tiered Tray and Gnomes with Karen Reátegui

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Fall Tiered Tray and Gnomes with Karen Reátegui

Hello crafty friends, my name is Karen Reátegui and I’m so happy to be here today. I’ve been making cards for over 5 years now and most of my creations are shared on my blog, and you can also follow all of my cards and projects over my Instagram @_littleblessings_. This project was really fun to create, a fabulous Tiered Tray with lots of elements...

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Tiered Tray Collection with Brenda Noelke

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Tiered Tray Collection with Brenda Noelke

Hello, fellow crafters!! Brenda Noelke here from My PaperCut Creations! I’m super excited to be guest posting on the Spellbinders blog today! I am sharing three cards featuring the Tiered Tray Collection designed by Becky Roberts! I had so much fun creating these cards for three different occasions and seasons! CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW HOME-TIERED TRAY The first card is a “congratulations on your new...

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3D Vignette Pet House – Project Inspiration with Annie Williams

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3D Vignette Pet House – Project Inspiration with Annie Williams

Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m excited to be back on the blog today to share a couple of projects using the new 3D Vignette Pet House Die Set by Becca Feeken.  The elegant pet house design and sweet accessories inspired me to create three different kinds of projects with this die set – a pretty 3D vignette, a sweet card, and a...

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3D Vignette Hot Air Balloons with Rachel Alvarado

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3D Vignette Hot Air Balloons with Rachel Alvarado

Hello crafty friends! It’s Rachel from rachelalvaradodesigns.com and @theunpamperedstamper. I am thrilled to be back for another guest post on Spellbinder’s blog.  I have three projects to share with you today that feature the new 3D Vignette Hot Air Balloons from the 3D Vignette Collection by Becca Feeken. For my first project, I created a 3D hot air balloon card as the die is intended....

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