Trust Your Crazy Ideas

Hi all! Even though this year's CHA was three months ago, I still have quite a few cards and projects that I haven't shared! I know it's frustrating to see stamps and other products that haven't been released yet, so I like to save them until you're able to purchase the supplies when inspirations strikes.

This was probably my favorite card that I created for the Stampers Anonymous booth using Tim Holtz's new stamps. This set is called Dapper and it is truly a must-have collection of images!

The background of the card was created using Tim's Eroded Metallic technique (from Compendium of Curiosities III). On top of that, I used Jet Black and Potting Soil Archival inks to stamp the images. I added some of the new Dapper Design Tape and a quote from the idea-ology Small Talk stickers. The little cigar box stamp was cut from the new Dapper paper collection. Finally, I mounted it on a piece of black Kraft Core'dinations (my fave!).

I think this would make a cool art journal page, or an awesome masculine birthday card or Father's Day card!

The supplies I used can be found at Simon Says Stamp and Amazon via the links below.

Tim Holtz Cling Rubber Stamps 2016 DAPPER CMS267 Tim Holtz Rubber Stamp RINGS Stampers Anonymous X1-2833 Tim Holtz Cling Rubber Stamps 2016 HALFTONE AND RINGS CMS260 Tim Holtz Idea-ology SMALL TALK Stickers TH93193 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology DAPPER DESIGN TAPE Paperie TH93261 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology 12 x 12 Paper Stash DAPPER TH93260 Tim Holtz Core'dinations KRAFT CORE NOSTALGIC 12 x 12 Paper Stack GX-1920-00 Ranger Inkssentials 8.5 X 11 MANILA CARDSTOCK Surfaces ISM28246 Tim Holtz Distress Paint TUMBLED GLASS Ranger TDD38894 RESERVE Tim Holtz Flip Top Distress Paint CRACKED PISTACHIO Ranger TDF50179 RESERVE Tim Holtz Flip Top Distress Paint MERMAID LAGOON Ranger TDF50193 *Tim Holtz Distress Paint ANTIQUED BRONZE Ranger Metallic TDD36289 *Ranger Wendy Vecchi Archival POTTING SOIL Ink Pad AID38979 Ranger Archival Ink Pad JET BLACK AIP31468 A Compendium of Curiosities Volume III by Tim Holtz Idea-ology, 8.75 x 8.5 Inches, 75 Pages, TH93135

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You're Not Old...You're Classic!

Hi all! Today I'm sharing a vintage masculine birthday card that I created for my dad. He's celebrating his 76th birthday today! He just bought a classic car to fix up and I thought that would be a fun theme for his card. The front sentiment was computer generated and die cut using one of the labels from Karen Burniston's Katie Label Pivot die set. The key was die cut from foil-covered cardstock using the key from Karen's Heart Pivot Card set.

Even though his car is from the 40s, I thought this vintage car from Tim Holtz's new Vintage Auto set would be perfect inside the card. I stamped the car with embossing ink, embossed it with black embossing powder, then cut it out. I used Karen's Lucy Label pop up die for the platform and attached the car to it with foam dots to give it even more of a 3D effect.

The inside of the card was stamped with Tim's new Tiles stamp. The tag was cut from Tim's new Dapper paper using one of the dies from Karen's Tags Pivot die set. The word 'happy' is a Chitchat sticker and Birthday was cut from black Kraft Core'dinations using Karen's script die from the Happy Birthday set.

My dad loved the card, which thrilled me. I know a lot of people have a hard time with masculine cards - hopefully this will inspire you in your own creations!

The supplies can be found at Elizabeth Craft Designs and Simon Says Stamp via the links below.

Karen Burniston Lucy Label Pop Up Die Set Karen Burniston Happy Birthday PopUp Die Karen Burniston Tags Pivot Die Set Karen Burniston Tag Pivot Card Karen Burniston Katie Label Pivot Die RESERVE Tim Holtz Cling Rubber Stamps 2016 VINTAGE AUTO CMS265 Tim Holtz Cling Rubber Stamps 2016 TILES AND MOSAIC CMS259 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology 12 x 12 Paper Stash DAPPER TH93260 Tim Holtz Core'dinations KRAFT CORE NOSTALGIC 12 x 12 Paper Stack GX-1920-00 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology DAPPER FASTENERS Findings TH93263 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology DAPPER DESIGN TAPE Paperie TH93261 Tim Holtz Idea-ology JUTE STRING TH93139 Tim Holtz Idea-ology SEASONAL CHITCHAT Stickers TH93050 Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad BLACK SOOT Ranger TIM19541 Tim Holtz Idea-ology SANDING GRIP Block Tool Sand TH92482 Zip Dry PAPER GLUE Permanent Adhesive Paper Arts Sizzix MAGNETIC PLATFORM FOR WAFER-THIN DIES Accessory 656499

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Sizzix Paper Leather Train Case

Hi all! Today I'm sharing a fun project made with Sizzix's new Paper Leather and Ink Sheets and one of my favorite dies from Eileen Hull. You would totally think this is tooled leather, right? But it's made completely from paper!

Of course, any vintage train case needs a pretty fabric lining. I used one of Tim Holtz's gorgeous travel patterned fabrics to completely line my mini case. A die cut piece of idea-ology Mirrored makes a perfect little mirror.

Here's a quick tutorial on how it all came together:

Begin by cutting two pieces of brown Paper Leather and two pieces of chipboard to approximately the size of the side panels of the case. Crumple the Paper Leather and adhere to the chipboard.

Next, die cut the panels using Eileen's Train Case die. Using Tim Holtz's Regal Flourishes Texture Fade and a black Ink Sheet, emboss the panels. The Ink Sheets transfer the embossing pattern to the Paper Leather - so cool!
Note: by adding the Paper Leather, it makes this sandwich a bit too large for the Vagabond. I played around with shims until I got it to fit, but I don't want to recommend that in case it stresses your machine. Instead, I recommend embossing the Leather Paper separately and then adhering it to the chipboard. You should still get the embossed leather effect without any chance of damaging your machine.

After all pieces have been embossed (I left the side panels of the lid plain to give some contrast), use Ranger Distress stain to color the Paper Leather. Die cut the handle from chipboard that's been covered with black Paper Leather and paint the edges with black paint. Die cut the hinges and closure from chipboard and emboss with gold embossing powder (not shown). Assemble the case completely.

Now we can line the case! Cut an extra case top/bottom from chipboard and trim slightly so that it fits inside the case. Cover with fabric.

Measure the inside of the bottom half of the case and cut a piece of fabric to fit, adding about 2" to allow for a hem and extra fabric for the bottom corners. Fold one edge and press to create a finished edge.

Add tape or glue around the top of the case and adhere finished edge of fabric. Adhere the fabric covered bottom piece, using a strong glue. Repeat the process for the top of the case.

Add a die cut piece of idea-ology Mirrored and you're done! I also used a Distress Marker to touch up any areas where the raw chipboard showed and inked the edges with brown distress ink to give it an aged appearance.

To finish off the top, I added a length of idea-ology Linen Ribbon, a key, and one of the new Cameo Frames. Pefect! The finished box measures just 4" H x 5" W, perfect for storing a few favorite embellishments, or as a very impressive gift card holder. Truly, the possibilities are endless with the cute little case!

The supplies I used are available from Sizzix, Simon Says Stamp, and Amazon via the links below.

Eileen Hull Train Case Sizzix Paper Leather Sheets Sizzix Inksheets - Starter Kit *Tim Holtz Sizzix DAMASK & REGAL FLOURISHES Texture Fades Embossing Folders Tim Holtz Idea-ology LINEN RIBBON TH93102 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology 12 x 12 Paper Stash DAPPER TH93260 RESERVE Tim Holtz Idea-ology CAMEO FRAMES Findings TH93270 *Tim Holtz Idea-ology LONG FASTENERS Brad Hardware TH92703 Attachers Ranger Embossing Powder GOLD EPJ37354 Tim Holtz Distress Spray Stain VINTAGE PHOTO Ranger TSS42594 Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad VINTAGE PHOTO Ranger TIM19527 Tim Holtz Distress Markers VINTAGE PHOTO Ranger TDM32731 Tim Holtz Idea-ology MIRRORED Sheets TH93029 Tim Holtz Sizzix Die SIZED OVALS Movers Shapers 658567 *Tim Holtz Sizzix BASE TRAY L Movers & Shapers Accessory 657007 *Tim Holtz Tonic CRAFT PICK Retractable Needle Tool Beacon 3 IN 1 ADVANCED CRAFT GLUE Crystal Clear Instant Grab Fast Dry Glue 00210

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Thanks so much for stopping by today! Be sure and check out Eileen's blog for more great ideas using Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets - they are both really cool products!