Yesterday I shared 5 of my favorite punches, embossing folders, and Designer Series Paper Stacks that are retiring. If you missed that post you can click HERE. Today I am sharing 5 of my favorite dies that are retiring and some projects I created using them. You can click on any image to see the original post with directions.
1. Party Pop-Up Thinlits Dies SAVE 30%
Stampin’ Up! Double Z Fold Birthday Card using party Pop-Up Thinlits Dies and Large Number Framelits
2. So Detailed Thinlits Dies SAVE 30%
3. Balloon Pop-Up Thinlits Dies SAVE 50%
4. Star Blast Edgelits Dies SAVE 30%
5. Timeless Tags Thinlits Dies SAVE 30%
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Today is my 200th blog post! It has been so much fun sharing with you!!! The idea to start this blog was my daughter’s brainstorm as a way to keep me busy (so I wouldn’t miss her) while she was away at college. Your comments have not only inspired me but helped me embrace this transition in life. I love creating and sharing with others and I have met so many wonderful people through this journey. Thank you for being my cyber friends!!
Let’s celebrate! As promised, I am giving away some blog candy! Leave me a comment letting me know something you like about my blog or something you would like to see in future blog posts. I am always learning and trying new things and I will do my best to continue to help and inspire you.
Here’s what I’m giving away:
Sending Love Designer Series Paper Stack
So Very Much Stamp Set
A handmade card from me
Deadline for blog candy comments is Wednesday, March 8 at 2:00 PM (EST). (Now why did I pick 2:00???) I’ll choose a random comment and announce the winner on Thursday. *Note: I can only ship within the U.S.
In addition to the prize above the winner will receive today’s card. Let’s talk about this card… I love embossing folders! I think you get the biggest bang for your buck with these. They add texture and interest to a card. The Celebrations Duo Textured Impressions Embossing Folders are unique…they create a debossed impression. I also used the Confetti Embossing Folder which is fun for many occasions. The focal point of this card is the cool Star Blast Edgelits Dies cut from Gold Foil. The finishing touch is the gold bow which I attached with a glue dot. This card was quick & easy to create.
Have a wonderful day!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie
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Welcome to my alphabet series showcasing some of the new products in the 2017 Occasions and Sale-A-Bration catalogs. Today I’m showcasing the Star Blast Edgelits Dies. This fun new set is great for cards and gift packaging! I made this gift bag which could be used for a birthday, graduation, Golden Globe winner (LOL), or any special occasion.
I went all glitz and glam making this gift bag after seeing all the gorgeous gowns on the red carpet. Did anyone else stay up to watch the Golden Globe awards last night?
The gift bag is quite easy to make using the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Start with a piece of 6 x 12 cardstock or DSP. With the long side along the top, score at 4 1/4, 5 3/4, 10, and 11 1/2. Turn the paper so the short side is along the top and score at 1 1/2. Cut off the 1 1/2 x 1/2 inch strip along the bottom. Use your paper snips to cut along the score lines from the bottom of the bag up to the 1 1/2 inch score line. Apply Tear & Tape along the 1/2″ strip and adhere the sides of the bag together. Fold the flaps in and secure the bottom with Fast Fuse or Tear & Tape.
Score a piece of 3 x 12 gold foil at 4 1/4, 5 3/4, 10, and 11 1/2. Center the Star Blast Edgelit Die along the top inside the 4 1/4 inch rectangle piece and run it through the Big Shot. Move the die so it’s centered inside the other 4 1/4 inch rectangle and repeat.
Fold along the score lines and attach to the top of the bag with Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Tear & Tape. The sentiment is heat embossed with gold embossing powder on a piece of 1 1/4 x 3 1/2 whisper white. I layered the sentiment on gold foil and gold glimmer paper that measures the same and attached it to the bag with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added some Gold Sequin Trim and Gold Ribbon with Mini Glue Dots. The finished size is 4 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 1 1/2. It can hold the small wide stamp cases as well as ribbon, adhesives, and Stampin’ accessories. It goes without saying that a nice piece of jewelry and some chocolate would fit perfectly.
Do you wonder what’s the difference between framelits, thinlits, and edgelits? Are you confused about what to use to cut each? Here’s a great video from Stampin’ Up! explaining how to use the Big Shot and what you need to make your “sandwich”.
I love that you can use any size paper with the edgelits and it only cuts the designs and doesn’t cut the rest of the paper. I can’t wait to play with these dies some more. My mind is racing with different ideas!
I make a lot of birthday cards and I really like that this set is versatile and can be used for masculine cards and kids! The large sentiments really stand out!
You can purchase the Star Blast Edgelits Dies in a bundle with the coordinating Birthday Blast Stamp set and save 10%. Here’s some more ideas using this set. The first one is a card I shared previously. If you missed it, you can click on the image to see the original post.
Check out the inside of this card for a special way to make a card for everyone to sign!
Here’s another look at today’s gift bag.
Stamp Set: Birthday Blast Ink: VersaMark Papers: Whisper White, Gold Foil. Gold Glimmer, Pop of Pink Specialty Designer Series Paper Tools & Accessories: Star Blast Edgelits Dies, Big Shot, Precision Base Plate, Die Brush, Gold Embossing Powder, Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Gold Sequin Trim, Gold Ribbon, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape, Mini Glue Dots
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Have a wonderful day!
Just Stampin’
Jeanie
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Stampin’ Up! Double Z Fold Birthday Card using party Pop-Up Thinlits Dies and Large Number Framelits
