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using print 2 cut...

Just a quick tip I've found really helpful.

 

 

Once your cuts are made, there's more fun to be had.  Prep your pieces of foil (I used Therm O' Web foil transfer sheets)  Warm up the laminator and set as 5ml thickness.  Since my cardstock was of medium weight, I added a "shim" of similar weight paper and placed my cut pieces, with the foil on top and sandwiched in a folded piece of copy paper.  Feed the sandwich into the laminator with the folded side facing the laminator.  My laminator requires a second time through for best results.....  when the sandwich has gone through,  open and rub the foil with your finger or a bone folder.  Remove the foil. 

I apologize for the blurry photo....
Hoping you have some crafting time available soon! 

Ringing in the New Year

CreativeFabrica.com has a growing "library" of fabulous craft files! Freebies and paid!  The freebies change often, so be sure to check them out and grab all you want.   I'm having a difficult time choosing which ones I want to use first! 

I found this file in the freebie section a couple of weeks ago... it's not there today, but I've no doubt you'll find something you like on their site! 

For this project, you'll need:
2017-file
vinyl (631 or other removable vinyl)
transfer tape
electronic die cutting machine (eclips2) and software (eCal2)
sharpies (Silver)
eBrush and SP marker adapter
black foam core

Open the file in your machine's software and size as desired.  Mine is approximately 9" W x 5" H.  My foam core is cut about 10.25 by 6.25. 
Cut in vinyl and weed. I removed the lettering, confetti and swirls creating a stencil.  Using transfer tape, apply the vinyl to your prepped surface (if needed).  I'm using some foam core, so no additional prepping was necessary.

Be sure that you're using a juicy marker in the eBrush.  Adjust as necessary for that perfect flow and full coverage.  You'll get an even spray and won't need to do a second coat on the black background. 





Carefully, remove the vinyl from the foam core. 

Use your finished board as desired.  I'm putting it together with jar filled with selected words of focus for the coming new year...  I've also added a string of "fairy lights" for a little more glitz on New Year's Eve. 


Thanks, CreativeFabrica.com for the fab file!  Join us in the Sizzix Eclips and eCal Users Challenge on FB!  Hoping you'll be doing some crafting soon! 

Holiday Kisses

Just a quick stop by to share a fun and easy project for the holidays-- would be good for birthdays, and Valentine's Day too. 

You'll need
Kiss box from the Beary Sweet collectionPaper (1 full sheet of 12 x 12)
Ribbon
eBrush with the siphon adaptor (order before December 31st for a super good deal!)
Electronic Die Cutting machine (Sizzix eclips) and software (eCal2)
Glue
Scissors
Silver Pearl Ex, Water
Fixative


Cut and assemble the box. 
Prepare the Pearl Ex using a little bit of water and using the eBrush mist the box top. 





When dry, spray a light coat of fixative and set aside. 



Add the ribbon.  Fill with goodies.  Ours were perfect for adding some Christmas wrapped hugs and kisses.  It's also just big enough to add a gift card too as well. 

Enjoy some crafting time this week! 

 

Dixie Belle for home decor

Up-cycling an old bottle, a pop can, a stripe of Dixie Belle Chalk Paint and some twine makes for a quick bit of home decor for the foyer to light up a shelf. 

You'll need:
eBrush, Siphon Adaptor
Cut -n-Boss
Painters' tape
bottle (with or without a lid)
Dixie Belle Chalk paint (Mint Julep)
twine
pop can, empty and clean
Tin snips
Star die
sequins (optional)
twine flower
glue dot
LED lights

Let's get the star out of the way first.  For the star, cut the pop can with the tin snips.  Lay out flat... using the Cut-n-boss and the sandwich for your star die, you'll cut a star for each bottle.  Set aside.  Be aware that the edges may be very sharp --

Wrap the bottle with painters' tape leaving about 1 - 1 1/2 inches of the glass exposed.  Be sure burnish the edges of the tape to keep any bleeding to a minimum. 




Get your eBrush and siphon ready.  I diluted the Dixie Belle Paint a bit (not quite a 1 to 1 ratio).  Spray the bottle and set aside to dry.  My photos didn't turn out for this step -- sorry. 

Carefully, remove the painters' tape from the bottle. 

Lightly spray the star if desired.  Let dry.  I chose to add some Ranger Ink Patina using a small cloth. 

Add a couple of sequins as desired to the star with some glue.  Add the star to the twine flower with a glue dot.

 Wrap some twine around the bottle on top of the painted strip. Attach the twine flower and star to the twine wrap. 




Since my bottle didn't have a lid, using a glue dot, attach the end of the LED light thread to the bottom of the bottle.  The switch fits just inside the mouth of the bottle I'm using.  Turn it upside down so the mouth of the bottle is the bottom and the switch is inside the mouth of the bottle. .

This was quick and easy.  You could also fill the jar with notes or goodies for a fun last minute holiday or any occasion gift! 
Have a crafty and creative week!