Today I pulled down myBIG SHOT and made this card in a snap. It looks a little springy and I thought it would be a good card to tell someone with the "winter blues" that I am thinking about them. I know everyone is so ready for spring. I, personally, love these sunny cold days.
Ink: Classic Stampin' Pad Certainly Celery #105217
Accessories:Big Shot #113439, Stampin'Up! Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Elegant Bouquet #115964, Sizzlits 4-Pack Lots of Tags Dies #114508, Stampin'Up! Embosslits Die #118138 Certainly Celery 5/8" Satin Ribbon #117288, Mini Glue Dots #103683, Snail Adhesive #104332
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Fabric is one of the craft industry's hottest trends right now. The best part is, you don't need to be a seamstressto get in on the action! You can create gorgeous fabric accessories and home décor without ever touching a sewing machine. There are so many of optionsfor crafters and seamstresses. While we don't sell fabric, many of our accessories will appeal to those who love creating with textiles. And that could be YOU! You can create beautiful fabric accessories and home décor with your Big Shot. The Sizzix Big Shot makes it easy to cut intricate fabric shapes to use in all your crafting projects. 1. What type of fabric will the Big Shot cut? The following materials work well when creating die cuts with the Big Shot machine and Bigz and Originals dies. Please note the maximum thickness of several materials. As a rule of thumb, you can cut a material with your Big Shot machine and Bigz or Originals dies if you can cut it using your Craft & Paper Scissors.
Thick corkboard
Thick chipboard (59 mil)
Colored magnet
Ruffle board
Paper wood
Balsa wood (3/32")
Bass wood (1/16")
Metal mesh
Aluminum (.016)
Tin (.008)
Adhesive and non-adhesive mat board
Drawer liner
Shelf liner
Vinyl
Static cling vinyl
Shrink film
Fine sandpaper
Clear acetate (20 mil)
Vellum
Card stock
Patterned paper
Flocked paper
Contact paper
Textured paper
Metallic paper
Linen paper
Suede paper
Embossed metallic paper
Basketball embossed paper
Faux alligator textured paper
Self-adhesive glitter paper
Fabric
Canvas
Iron-on fabric
Soft plush fabric
Burlap
Velvet
Corduroy
Lace
Heavyweight denim
Terry cloth
Funky fur
Thin leather
Quilt batting
Warm & natural batting
Fusible fleece
Self-adhesive craft metal
Self-adhesive cork
Self-adhesive foam
Self-adhesive magnet
Self-adhesive felt
Adhesive and non-adhesive rubber
Pop up sponge
Poly foam
100% pure beeswax (cut with parchment paper on top & bottom of beeswax.)
2. How many pieces of fabric can I cut at a time?That depends on the fabric. Different fabrics vary in thickness. For example, your Big Shot can cut through eight layers of cotton, which is a relatively thin fabric, but it will only cut through one layer of faux fur, which is a very thick fabric. 3. Do you shim fabric in a Big Shot differently than paper? No. Your Big Shot works the same with fabric as it does with paper. Different fabrics vary in thickness, much the same as different paper materials vary in thickness. If you are only cutting one layer of a very thin fabric, you might need to use a piece of card stock as a shim just as you would if you were only cutting one layer of thin paper. 4. Will all Big Shot dies cut fabric?You can cut fabric with any of the Sizzix steel-rule dies (Originals, Bigz, Bigz L, and Bigz XL). You cannot cut fabric with Sizzlits, Embosslits, Textured Impressions Embossing Folders, or Texturz Plates. 5. Will dies with score lines ruin my fabric? You can still use dies with score lines to cut fabric. The score lines will slightly distress your fabric, but shouldn't damage it permanently. However, we recommend that if you are using dies with score lines to only cut one or two layers at a time (depending on the thickness of your fabric). If you try to cut too many layers at a time, it is possible that the score lines could tear your fabric. 6. Will cutting fabric with the Big Shot dull my dies?The Big Shot steel-rule dies (Originals, Bigz, Bigz L, and Bigz XL) were designed to work on several different types of materials. Cutting fabric with your Big Shot dies will not result in any damage to your dies, and will not dull them any faster than cutting paper will. 7. Should I wash my fabric before working with it? It really depends on the fabric. Some lower-quality fabrics will shrink after they're washed, which could result in your project coming apart. However, many quilters don't wash their fabric first because the fabric is stiffer and easier to work with before it's washed. And if you use higher-quality fabrics, they will likely not shrink. 8. I don't have a sewing machine. Can I still create fabric projects? Yes! The world of fabric crafting is as varied as the world of paper crafting. There are several alternatives to using a sewing machine. You can create many simple designs sewing by hand using a needle and thread or even a hot glue gun. In addition, fusible web is a great option for creating one-of-a-kind fabric crafts.
For more information on crafting with the Big Shot, CONTACT ME and let's book a workshop or class. I will be happy to show you more about the Big Shot.
I struggle with this question ALL the time. There are so many things that I want. Actually, I would LOVE to have it all at my finger tips when I sit down to create. Isn't that the ultimate DREAM? But I'm just like most of you and I have to budget and have to make smart purchases. So, the next thing on my purchase list will be the Eggcellent Eggs Kit #117179 on page 23 of the Occasions Mini Catalog.
Eggcellent Eggs Kit #117179
Our Eggcellent Eggs Kit contains the accents you need to create an eggstravaganza! ■ White Rub-Ons (two 6"x 6" sheets) ■ Printed, die-cut egg stands (24) ■ Clear self-adhesive rhinestones (one 6" x 6" sheet) ■ Die-cut flowers, 4 sheets (one 6" x 6" sheet each of 4 colors) ■ Die-cut leaves (one 6" x 6" sheet)
It's not just a kit for decorating unique Easter Eggs. This kits is so versatile! It can be used for card making, scrapbooking, decorations, table setting. It is really great to use for Kids Crafting. The Die-Cuts and Rub-on make it easy and fast for those that are busy and don't have a lot of time. THIS IS A BUSY CRAFTER'S DREAM! Be sure and check back here because as soon as my kit arrives, I will be showing you some fun samples.
There is also a stamp wet that coordinates with this kit.
Eggcoutrements #115164 (W) and #118556 (C)
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My very first instructional video. I still have some editing to do but I promised you some instructions today and so here they are. I don't have the editing software mastered yet. I've been working with it all day. I'm sure it's easy and I just haven't found the niche. LOL The ink is just not in a pad and I can't find the rubber stamp. But here it is and it's just the beginning. Stay tuned and watch me grow!
Spiral Pop-Up Card
I hope you enjoyed the video. Here are some close-up pictures of the Tall Tails Birthday card.
I've been watching some of the Winter Olympic Events in Vancouver, CA. What about you? Did you watch the opening ceremonies? I started watching them at the beginning with the intention of watching a bit and then doing something else. Well, I ended up watching it ALL. Wow, I did not know that it lasted that long. What an eye opener. So today, I made a card to "Team USA" that spirals. I am so proud of each of their accomplishments. They have worked so hard to be there. Can you imagine the dedication it takes? Are you dedicated to anything in your life the way they have dedicated themselves to their sport? Leave me a comment and tell me your story.
Come back tomorrow and I'll show you how to make a "spiral" for your card. It's really easy. You can make this card for any occasion and put whatever you like on the "spiral". Your friends and family will love it. See you tomorrow!
Here is a last minute treat holder that I thought I would share with you. It is made with the Two Tags Die #115954 Exclusively from Stampin'Up!. This is a really versatile die. You can do so many different projects with it. for this project I used Pretty in Pink Card stock #100459, Whisper White Card stock #100730, Sending Love Specialty Designer Paper #117153, Love You Much stamp set #113756, StazOn Jet Black Ink #101406, Aqua Painter #103954, Classic Stampin' Pad Pretty in Pink #101301, Classic Stampin' Ink Pad Close to Cocoa #103139, Taffeta Ribbon - Chocolate chip #109065, Scallop Circle punch # 109043, SNAIL Adhesive #104332, Big Shot #113439, Stampin'Up! Two Tags Die #115954
This is a neat little Treat Box that I made when I was planning my Big Shot class for today. I have some more samples that I will be sharing with you this week. This was not one of the boxes I decided on but it was one of the first I made and thought about. Hope you like it. I will be filling it with some chocolates and giving it away this week for Valentines. Check back tomorrow for a Super Bowl Sunday SPECIAL! Stamp set: I (Heart) Hearts #118571 Card stock: Almost Amethyst #107078, Very Vanilla #101650 Ink: Stampin'Up! Classic Pad Pretty In Pink #101301 Accessories:Clear Mount Block "C" #118486, Pinking Hearts Border punch #117649, 5/8" Satin Ribbon-Pretty in Pink #117289, Stampin' Dimensionals #104430, SNAIL Adhesive #104332, Sticky Strip #104294. Paper Snips #103579, Big Shot #113439, Bigz XL Die-Box #2 #114518
Creating new projects with our new Stampin'Up! punches in the Occasions Mini Catalog and Sale-a-bration Catalog are a breeze with this video tutorial with Bonnie Thurber. Watch Bonnie while she creates fun projects and gives you awesome tips. She demonstrates the Pinking Hearts Corner Punch #118072, Pinking Hearts Border Punch, Scallop Trim Corner Punch #118870 and Scallop Trim Border Punch #118402 (Sale-a-bration).
I had 2 challenges to complete today. One is complete and the other is still pending. Will you help me complete it?
OK, the first was to make a "Special Order" card for a very nice lady that called me wanting a card for her husband that just had heart bypass surgery. She gave me specifics of what she wanted and the card and what he liked. From there, I have designed a card specially for him. Would you like to see it? OK. I'll show it to you if you will please listen to my 2nd challenge.
The 2nd Challenge was to add at least FIVE (5) NEW fans to my STAMP WITH GLENDA FACEBOOK PAGE. I need your help to do that. You can CLICK HERE TO JOIN. Also PLEASE invite you friends to join too! I will be ever so grateful. Alright....so here is the card I made. I hope it was worth the time you took to read my plea.....
The inside used part of a message from the Stamp set "God's Blessings" #114973. It says, "Today is God's gift to you... Each day you are God's gift to me!"
Stamp sets: Lovely as a Tree #115026, Winter Post #11780, God's Blessings #114973, Warm Words #115108 Card stock: Very Vanilla #101650, Chocolate Chip #102128, Bordering Blue #102630 Ink: Stampin'Up! Classic Ink Pad Basic Brown #104315, Bordering Blue #102265, Certainly Celery #105217, Old Olive #102277, Garden Green #102272, Pretty In Pink #101301, Barely Banana #101170 Accessories:Sponge Daubers #102892, Scallop Oval Punch #114889, Modern Label Punch #116630, Word Window Punch #105090, Vintage Brads #109109, SNAIL adhesive #104332, Stampin' Dimensionals #104430, Paper Snips 103579
Today we had a Sweet Valentine Class. This is one of the cards we made using the I (Heart) Heart stamp set # 118571. Every stamp set that is sold between now and February 28th, STAMPIN'UP! will donate $2 to the Haiti Relief Fund. Jump in and help Haiti NOW if you don't have this stamp set. CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR SET.
Stamp set:I (Heart) Hearts (clear mount) #118571 Card stock: Melon Mambo #115320, Whisper White #100730, Rich Razzleberry #115326, Crushed Curry #115319, Designer Series Paper - Razzleberry Lemonade #115675 Ink: Stampin'Up! Classic Ink Pad Melon Mambo #115656, Rich Razzleberry #115658, Crushed Curry #115659 Accessories:1/2" Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon #115611, Heart to Heart Punch #113694, Scallop Trim Corner Punch #118870, Window Sheets #114323, Sticky Strip #104294, Stampin' Dimensionals #104430, SNAIL Adhesive #104332
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