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Thursday, July 10, 2025

Spellbinders The Three Magi Stamp & Die Set

The Spellbinders 3 Magi Stamp & Die Set is just the type of set I really like. The dies are so easy to put together, the set includes sentiment stamps and the price is great. I really love the card image. I like it when the sentiments are included in a set, no extra set to buy and I can struggle finding the right sentiment. I stamped it on black paper, white heat embossed it and just used my trimmer to cut it down.

This set is part of the Wonderland Collection, you can see the entire collection by clicking HERE.

I started with a piece of regular white cardstock, I ink blended Distress Oxide inks in Tumbled Glass, Uncharted Mariner, Prize Ribbon and a little Black Soot at the top. I used the new Spellbinders Sparkle Splatter. It comes in a nail polish bottle and it's easy to spatter! I think this is going to sell out quickly so grab it if you can.

For my colors, I used the Holiday DIY Color Deck Expansion Pack. The cards show some good color stories. For all the diecuts I used scraps in my stash. Good thing I save that little bit of silver glitter cardstock for the stars. I knew that would come in handy!

Supplies are linked below with clickable links to go directly to the stores that have it. Thank you for using my links, it allows me to continue to provide content and information. If you make a purchase, I receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Thank you!

Supplies:

Wonderland Collection:

---- https://tinyurl.com/33amapex [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x9pb [Simon Says Stamp]

---- https://tinyurl.com/23stk4kz [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x9pe [Simon Says Stamp]

---- https://tinyurl.com/zs9bcfae [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x9pm [Scrapbookcom]

Holiday Color Deck (Expansion Set)

---- https://tinyurl.com/2n426cnn [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8ks [Simon Says Stamp]

Original Color Deck

---- https://tinyurl.com/3bsmsjte {Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x9pj [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x9pk [Scrapbookcom]

Distress Oxide Ink (I used Tumbled Glass, Uncharted Mariner, Chipped Sapphire and Black Soot)

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8kp [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8kq [Simon Says Stamp]

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Spellbinders July 3D Embossing Folder & Stitching Die of the Month

Ink blending on a Gelli Plate is one of the easiest ways to get a smooth blend. Just drag the ink pads Salvaged Patina, Antique Linen and Saltwater Taffy Distress Ink) onto the Gel Plate, use a few quick strokes of a brayer to blend the inks, that's it! I then pressed the Spellbinders 3D Embossing Folder of the Month onto the Gel Plate and embossed a white piece of cardstock with it. For a 2nd panel, I used another piece of white cardstock and pressed it on the Gel Plate and pulled the print. I have a video below showing the process.

I chose my colors using the new "Holiday DIY Color Deck Expansion Pack". The original Color Deck came out a few months ago, click HERE to see it. Spellbinders has put together some cards that show colors that work well together in a print you can choose which colors to use. The card has an area where you can cut some squares showing your color story. It can be made using cardstock or ink, or even embroidery thread!

I created a shaped card by taking a folded A2 card and the shaped die (without the stitching die) and partially diecut the card by placing the top diecutting plate over the card but not up to the fold of the card. This way the die cuts the paper but not keeps the card intact.

I diecut the pulled print with the outline die again and then adhered it to the card. For the stitched diecut, I taped together the outline die and the stitching die and ran a piece of 110 lb cardstock through my Big Shot. I like a sturdy piece to stitch. I have so many embroidery threads, I happen to have 3 that matched my inked panel.

This panel was inked 2x. I attached some snowflakes from the Large Die of the Month cut from the Treasured Cardstock, glitter paper. The sentiment is an old one but always good Glimmer hot foiled in silver.

Supplies are linked below with clickable direct links. Using my links lets the stores (and me) know you find my content useful. I receive a small commission at no charge to you if you make a purchase. Thank you for allowing me to continue providing ideas.

Supplies:

Check out all the Spellbinders Clubs HERE, there's always a theme!

---- https://tinyurl.com/yu544k58 [Spellbinders]

---- https://tinyurl.com/2rff66vy [Spellbinders]

---- https://tinyurl.com/5n78jsdd [Spellbinders]

---- https://tinyurl.com/2n426cnn [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8ks [Simon Says Stamp]

Here's the Original Color Deck released earlier this year:

---- https://tinyurl.com/3bsmsjte {Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8ks [Simon Says Stamp]

---- https://tinyurl.com/92nu83vk [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x841 [Scrapbookcom] ---- http://shrsl.com/4x842 [Simon Says Stamp]

Distress Oxide Ink (I used Antique Linen, Saltwater Taffy and Salvaged Patina)

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8kp [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x8kq [Simon Says Stamp]

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Sunday, July 6, 2025

Spellbinders Large Die of the Month for July 2025

Spellbinders has knocked it out of the park again with the Large Die of the Month for July, 2025. "Mugs and Mittens" is 2 hands holding a mug with a picture of a snowman, Santa or snowflake. Cute!

The Large Die of the Month is a Spellbinders club, you can only buy these sets at the Spellbinders store. You have to join the club to get the discounted price but you can quit at anytime. The link to the Club information is HERE.

YouTube tutorial here:

For my first card, I used the Treasured Cardstock in Antique White for the background, cuffs and the snowflake. I wish you could see the sparkle on the glittered cardstock. I used some inked up cardstock for the cocoa inside the cup, I like the brown tonal variation. I added some Glossy Accents for shine. For the steam, I used vellum.

For my 2nd card, I used a painted background, love the colors of Brutus Monroe Aqua Pigments in blue and purple. I matched the cardstock for the mittens and sleeves to it. The sentiment is from the BetterPress of the Month. The rest of the process is the same.

My 3rd card just uses the cups and characters. It flips open to hold a gift card.

This is a square card, 5.5" x 5.5" I cut it from a 8.5" x 11" card. When you make it, you cut off 3" from the short side and make the gift card holder from that.

Supplies are linked below. If you use my link to make a purchase, I receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you. It also lets the stores (and me) know you find my content useful. I really appreciate it.

SUPPLIES:

---- https://tinyurl.com/5n78jsdd [Spellbinders]

---- https://tinyurl.com/92nu83vk [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x841 [Scrapbookcom] ---- http://shrsl.com/4x842 [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s5 [Scrapbookcom]

BetterPress of the Month (sentiment used)

---- https://tinyurl.com/3ajn79a3 [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s2 [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s3 [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s6 [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s7 [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x7s9 [Scrapbookcom]

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Saturday, July 5, 2025

CAS-ing a Card!

I've been seeing so many of the Jennifer McGuire Sunflower card and so many people who keep saying they can't find the Sunflower Serenade die that she used. I really liked the card but not something I would normally make since I really don't enjoy diecutting the same image over and over. I rarely make the same card 2x and when I do it's usually to videotape the process. If you haven't seen the video, it's on her YouTube channel called, "Cardstock Organization + Cards".

I liked the way the card looked but I wanted to make it my way. Although I have the Sunflower die, I decided to use something similar but different. The Altenew Coreopsis die is similar but it has 2 sizes of flowers, 1 bud, a stem and a bunch of leaf dies. I used the 2 flower heads and 2 of the leaf dies. For cardstock, I went into my Your Paper Insider stash and chose some pretty bright colors. It's so great to have these boxes of specialty papers on hand for fun options.

This card is 5" x 6.5", I wanted to fit a bunch of flowers on the front. I have a pack of these ready made cards and envelopes on hand, sometimes I get tired of cutting card bases. Plus I have a lot of scraps from cutting the paper down.

Although I used a rainbow of colors for my flowers, I kept the center of each flower the same color, it keeps the look cohesive. The card has a bit of dimension, I also fluffed up a few of the petals but no foam tape. I diecut the sentiment 3x to make it stand out a bit. I love this Hello die but I don't see it available anywhere I usually shop, it's called the Altenew Waterbrush Hello die. Sorry!!

That's about it for today, the supplies are listed below. If you use my link, I receive a small commission from the store for any purchases made at no extra charge to you!

Supplies:

---- http://shrsl.com/4x77o [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x77p [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x77r [Your Paper Insider]

Here's the original dieset used, I don't see it available but it may be restocked again, so click "Notify me" at the stores.

---- https://tinyurl.com/bdcrd5t4 [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x785 [Scrapbookcom]

--- http://shrsl.com/4x786 [Simon Says Stamp]

---- http://shrsl.com/4x77u [Scrapbookcom]

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Be sure to check out the discounts and free gift section at Scrapbookcom HERE.

Thank you for visiting! I can also be found on Instagram @Susanbcards

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Spellbinders La Dolce Vita Sun and new Cardstock!

This is an A2 (4.25" x 5.5") card. The Under the Sun die fits so well and still has a bit of space for the sunbather in the corner.

I painted the sun with watercolors in shades of yellow, I wanted it to give it a bit of color variation for interest.

I love the new Treasured Cardstock, each pack has 15 sheets of 5 different kinds of metallic cardstock, get ready for the holiday cardmaking season! You can see all the different colors HERE. I used the Aquamarine glitter cardstock because you need a bit of shine when using the sun!

That's it, celebrate summer by making a summer type card!

Supplies are listed below with direct links to the stores. If you use my link, I receive a small commission for any purchases made. It also lets these companies know you find my content useful, at no additional cost to you!

Supplies:

La Dolce Vita Collection (It's a fun one) see it all here:

---- https://tinyurl.com/3t7dt4m3 [Spellbinders]

---- http://shrsl.com/4wtvz [Scrapbookcom]

---- http://shrsl.com/4wtw1 [Simon Says Stamp]