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Autumn Colors

Autumn and Fall bring lots of joy to me.  The change from hot to nice, oodles of harvest goodies, colors on the mountain, sweaters, and more...We haven't seen lots of color on the mountains for the last 15 years, but we're going to make the most of the colors this year.  Golds, deep orange, reds and even a few shades of purple will replace the green that now graces the sides of the mountains to the east of us. 

Using a couple of embossing folders from the Teresa Collins collections, I wanted to share some textured color with you today. 

You'll need:

Teresa Collins A6 folder (Herringbone)
eBrush and siphon adapter
Markers (Tombow)
water
Cut-n-Boss
white cardstock cut in desired sizes.  I used 1.125 inch squares (1 1/8)
scrap cardstock in coordinating color for frame (5.50 x 7.00)  Some papers are textured and should be cut with the grain for clean cuts in your machine. 
Leaves in coordinating colors
electronic die cutting machine
Autumn Colors Frame SVG (click here to download)*

Paper towels, extra water

TIP:  No die cutting machine?  If you have dies that are similar in size, you can also cut using another machine like the Cut-n-Boss or use an exacto knive.  Download and save the file to your desktop.  Open the SVG in your internet browser and print the page. 

 

Let's get started.  Emboss the squares in the desired folders.  Set aside.  (showing a larger square for this tutorial)

Open the embossing folder.  Choose the side you want the color to be on and color with markers.  using the eBrush, lightly spray the folder with water. 





You should see the color move a bit.  Select a square of cardstock and place face down into the color.  Close the folder and apply pressure with your hand to press the color into the square.  (Turn over the folder to see the new pattern on your cardstock. 



You don't want to deboss the original embossing, so no need to run through the machine again.  Open the folder and remove the square.  Set aside to dry.  Clean the folder between uses using a damp cloth or paper towel.  Repeat as desired.  I used both the Houndstooth and the Chevron folders for demonstration purposes here.  Below are a few samples of the squares I made using the folders. 




For the larger window in the design design, Emboss the entire sheet, then turn the folder and emboss on the diagonal. 

*TIP:  To get the splatter effect, don't seat your markers like you normally would.  Test off the page to make sure you're getting a splatter look. 

Mount the squares in the desired patterns and the focal piece in the larger space.  Add the strip of paper to the back of the wording.  Embellish as desired.  I used some leaves I had left over from a previous project and a heart -- all colored using the eBrush.  Add a little Crystal Effects to the heart, let dry before adding to the corner decoration. 




Mat and frame if desired or add a card base as a card for someone special who loves Fall as much as you do.   

Thanks for stopping by today!  Hope you'll join us the rest of the week for more eBrush fun! 

 

You are my world...

Craftwell, ClearSnap and Teresa Collins make for a good combo.  If you haven't been cruising the Craftwell blog frequently this month, you've been missing out on some awesome projects.

I decided to do a card that could be framed  for this week's project.  I hope you like it.

You'll need:
Nesting circle dies
Printer
Echo Park - Carte Postale digital collection
Teresa Collins Stamp
ClearSnap Ink - Glam Green, Gold
Marker - (Tombow 296)
eBrush
Cardstock
PrintShop (or other publishing software)
Embossing Folder
Cut-n-boss
Natural color twine

Create a sheet of cardstock filled with printed background images from the paper packs of the Carte Postale digital collection.
using the die and the Cut-n-boss,  cut 3 circles as shown below.  Also cut 2 strips of coordinating paper 1 1/4 in wide and 5 1/4 in long.  Cut another piece of cardstock to 5 x 7.  Create your sentiment as desired.  My strip was 1 1/4 inches by 3. 
Stamp the World view stamp one of the remaining circles using the green ink.  Using the gold ink pad, edge all the pieces.  Set aside.

Using the embossing folder, emboss the one or more of the circles.  I chose to emboss only one. 

Lightly spray the 5 x 7 paper with the marker using the eBrush.  I spritzed the cardstock with a little water and started spraying.  Let dry.  If desired, spray again for a little more color and to soften any edges if needed.  I used a scoring tool and scored 1/4 inch in from each edge for a little more definition. 

Arrange and adhere the pieces as desired.  Use pop up dots.  If desired, mount on a larger piece of cardstock to use as a card or frame. 

Thanks for dropping by today.  For more projects using the eBrush, be sure to stop by my blog. 

There's no place like Home

This month's sponsor is ClearSnap!  I love the ColorBox inks and the Glam Green and Gold inks were perfect for this project.

Let's get started with this 3D paper suitcase.

You'll need:
Cardstock
Electronic Die Cutting Machine, software
Embossing folder
Cut - n - Boss
Markers
eBrush
Glue
Chibitronics LED and copper tape
Ink (ClearSnap, VersaMark)
embellishments as desired
Stamp (world, by Teresa Collins)
Scoring tool and board

I created a cutting file for my 3D suitcase using basic shapes.  If you don't have an electronic machine, consider using the Eileen Hull die found here.  Cut the file using the heavy cardstock.  Cut another copy made with liner paper. 

Emboss the front as desired using the embossing folder and the Cut-n-boss using the standard sandwich as described by the manufacturer.  I chose to emboss a portion, not the whole front.  I then added two score lines by using my scoring tool and scoring board. 

Ink the craft release paper (freezer paper works too).  Spritz lightly with water.  Use the eBrush and disperse the ink as desired.  Smooch the embossed piece into the ink.  Set aside and let dry.  Heat set the ink. 

 

Cut the stencil.  Apply to the front and using the eBrush and markers, spray.  Remove the stencil.  If desired, heat set.  Turn the piece over and apply the liner piece. 

Create a circuit using the Chibi LED and copper tape as shown here.  I chose to add a pull tab to open the circuit once the gift was delivered. 


Line up the circuit with the stamped liner. Secure the circuit in the base of the suitcase.  Stamp the liner as desired.   Glue the side pieces together.  Put the base of the case together.  

Glue the tab on the front of the case to the base.  Add the liner.  Make sure that the lever on the battery pocket can be accessed.  Close the case. 

 

 Embellish the front of the case if desired.  Add the handles. 

 

 Thanks for dropping by.  Hoping you have some creative time planned into your schedule this week!  Join the rest of the team this week and next for more projects using ClearSnap and the eBrush! 

4th of July fun!

This Pikestreet.com inspired project was so easy to do and coloring was done using the eBrush and some Bic-Mark-its.  Let's get started!

 

You'll need: 

eBrush, SP adapter and foam cushion hack
Bic Mark it - Red and Blue were used in this project
Cut-n-Boss
Tim Holtz (Sizzix) Americana Background & Borders Set
1 cardboard roll (TP roll works great)Cardstock (I cut mine to 5 7/8" wide x 4 1/8" high)
double stick tape
Balloon (you'll be cutting it)
tape
scissors
confetti
punches (optional)

I dry embossed the paper using a couple of Tim Holtz holiday folders and the Cut n boss.  

Color the cardstock using markers and the eBrush as desired.  After you've completed this step, run your fingers across the paper and "train" the paper to go into the roll. 

Run a strip for the double stick tape on the back of one of the 4 1/8" high sides.  Add another strip to the other end.  Remove the release tape and apply to the cardboard roll. 

Cut the balloon.  You're going to trim the bottom of the balloon leaving the stem intact.  Tie a knot in the stem, just like you would normally if you were to blow the balloon up.  This will be your pull.   

Add another strip of tape to the bottom of the cardboard roll.  Remove the release tape.  Carefully pull the balloon's cut edge (the piece with the stem) over the bottom of the roll and secure on the tape.  You'll want to add another piece of tape over the balloon to further secure especially if kids will be using the launchers. 

 

Fill your launcher with a handful of confetti - you can cut your own using punches, a die cutting machine or use some holiday confetti from the party store. 

Pull and launch! 

 

So much fun!  Have plenty on hand for the kids to fill and refill!  Have a happy and safe 4th of July! 

Be sure to check back.  More creative fun coming! 

Spring blooms

Our yard is void of anything that blooms in the spring.  How sad is that?  But I think I've resolved that with some floral blooms that stay fresh all season long!  

You'll need:
Petal patterns - I used these.  
Rose Creations Dies
Darice Crepe Paper - plan on using nearly a full package of the full sheets
Wire - 24 gauge, 18 gauge
wire cutters
skewers (optional)
eBrush, adapters, siphon attachment
Vase File (Hugs N Kisses, Dreaming Tree)
electronic cutting machine (Sizzix eclipse and eCal software)
Cut n Boss (use the appropriate sandwich for the dies you are using)
Designer Paper (Graphic 45 - Secret Garden)
Medallion Doily die (Sizzix)
Oval and Scalloped Ovals (I used some free SVG files I found a few years back, but the Spellbinders ones will work as well)
glue
hot glue gun
foam adhesive dots
double sided tape
Gold Pearl Ex
brads
scissors
floral tape
floral foam
moss or shredds

Let's get started:  
Since we're using crepe paper for these flowers, be aware of the grain.  Cut as directed on the patterns.  I cut 4 sets of peonies petals and leaves and 7 sets of the flowers using the dies and the Cut n Boss.  Cut additional leaves as they will need to be doubled.  



Using the eBrush and marker adaptor that works for your markers, color all of the petals of the peonies as desired.  I used a yellow at the base of each petal and a light pink for the middle.  You can leave the top edge of the petals white or extend the color to the edge.  Color both sides of the petals... but don't over saturate the colors.  Peonies are generally light colored.  Color the stamens yellow.  With a light golden brown, color a piece of crepe paper 3in x 1.5in  (grain doesn't matter).  Cut into 2 pieces 1.5 x 1.5.  Fringe one piece and then cross cut it into tiny pieces for "pollen," and place in a small bowl.  Scrunch the other piece into a small ball, about the size of a pea.  Hot glue the "pea" to the end of a piece of 18 gauge wire.

Using some glue, layer the stamen pieces and glue together.  Glue and wrap around the "pea".  Let dry before proceeding to the next step.  Crepe paper will tear easily when wet, so be careful not to pull too much.  Puddle a small amount of glue on a disposable piece of paper, carefully pounce the stamens in the glue and then dip those into the "pollen."  Set aside to dry.

Repeat the process as needed.

While your stamens/pollen are drying, shape the petals.  You can do this by gently pulling and shaping them into a cup shape OR lightly misting the paper with water and draping each around a bowl to shape.  Let dry as shown below.  


Using the smallest petals, clue in place around the base of the stamens.  Be sure to let dry after you finish each layer.  Continue to add layers until all of the petals have been used.  If you need to "reshape" your blossom, gently reshape.  There isn't much give in the papers that have been misted with water, so be careful not to tear them.  Start the floral tape at the base of the bloom and cover the wire stem.  If you need a stronger stem, add a wooden skewer and continue down the stem with additional floral tape.  


Now it's time to put your other flowers together.  I varied sizes and layers.  I used brads to hold the layers together, using a drop of hot glue to hold the brad in place.  Do not bend the prongs, you'll use them to attach your wire for the stem.  If you need to, add another drop of hot glue to secure the wire and cover the wire with floral tape.  Add a skewer if needed for additional length or stability. 

Leaves should be doubled with a length of wire inserted between layers, glue the two layers together.    Now get that eBrush out again and spray the leaves and flowers.  A light mist on the top and bottom of the flowers adds just enough of a tint to the petals.  Add more depth to the leaves by layering on a little more color if desired.  Add the leaves to these floral stems using some additional floral tape.  

I decided a I needed a vase for my blooms -- I've been hoarding two 12x12 stacks of Secret Garden by Graphic 45 -- they were perfect for the vase SVG file.  Cut and put together as directed on this video.

I did change the decorative piece on the base -- substituting the square for a rounded square from basic shapes.  Using the eBrush, lightly edge with light brown.  eBrush the trim pieces before applying to the vase and eBrush all the edges on the vase as well for a little more vintage look.  I also used the eBrush on all of the embellishment pieces for the front.  

Using the siphon attachment and a mixture of pearl ex and water, lightly spray the front of the vase and a few quick spritzes on the flowers if desired, concentrating on the stamens and pollen.  

Insert the floral foam you have cut to fit snugly in the vase.  Create an arrangement that is pleasing.  

Finished size of the vase is 7 x 8.  Makes a delightful gift for Easter or a Spring birthday!  Thanks for stopping by!  Have a creative day!  

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Kick up your heels and do a little crafting

Welcome Spring!

Just wanted to share this fun "box" card. It was so much fun and the eBrush made it all the easier to complete.

YOU'LL NEED:
Cardstock (this project started with all white cardstock)
paper trimmer/bone folder
Dies (Teresa Collins - Personally Noted and  Thankful Holidays)
Embossing folder (Woodgrain)
eBrush
Markers
Cut-n-Boss
brads, half pearls
adhesive
paper crimper

Basic Box:
Cut a strip of cardstock 9 inches wide by 3 inches high.  Cut another strip 4 inches wide by 3 inches high.
Score the 9 inch strip at 3 and 6 inches.  Score the 4 inch strip at 1/2 inch and 3 1/2 inches.  These smaller scores make the tabs to attach to the larger strip.  Set aside.

Cut 3 strips 4 inches by 1/2 inch.  Score each of these at 1/2 and 3 1/2 (these will be the inserts to hold your decorations)

Cut 3 panels for the front and 2 sides of the box at 2 3/4 by 2 3/4 inches.  Emboss as desired.  The woodgrain embossing folder fits all three of these panels with room to spare for one pass through the Cut-n-Boss.

Get your markers and eBrush and start coloring.

Put your box together now.  Place the inserts in the box, so the top edge of the strip is level with the top edge of the box. Fold the box flat as you secure the tabs.   There is enough room in the box to add another insert if you'd like.  I chose 3 for this project.

Using the TC dies, cut all of the lettering (Personally Noted), the small flowers and the greenery.  The poppy die can be found here.

 

I ran the flowers through the paper crimper a couple of times and then using the ebrush added a little bit of color.  If you choose to make blooms on the greenery, mask the area and spray the rest.  Fill in the uncolored area with a marker.  Embellish with brads and/or half pearls and other details as desired. 

Place the flowers and greenery as desired attaching to the strips securely.

Tip:  I added a strip of paper to some of the flowers, greenery to get a little more height.  The three poppies are glued together on the overlapping petals in a slight arch. 

 

I tried for a bit of ombre shading on the wording by holding the eBrush close to the paper and then pulling it away as you spray towards the top of the piece.  Glue in place. 

Thanks for dropping by and taking a peek today.  Hoping you have some creative time on your calendar this week.  Have some fun!  It's a great stress reliever!  Don't forget to stay tuned to the Craftwell blog for the rest of the week, I'm sure you'll be blown away by the other projects from the design team. 

A little more like home.....

I really tried to finish this project in January, but just couldn't get it to come together...  but today, despite the migraine and nasty cold, I decided to try to finish it and get it out on the porch.

The burlap canvas was a 2-fer at HL I picked up before the move.  The "H" was cut by K's hubby and I'm really liking it with no serifs.

I used some Deco Art goodies and a stencil (my design) and started the mixed media journey.  What you can't see is the "mess" I created on the wooden letter; but the leftover texture looks cool under that black paint. The H is screwed to the bar on the back of the canvas... makes it easy to center. 

Deco Art's metallic glaze is the highlight color and is so easy to use.  It's on the canvas and on the tag.  I even rubbed a bit on the sage colored ribbon to pull the colors together a little more.  The wooden tag and metal heart clip and the word LUCKY from a TC die finish it off for the month of March. 

The front door needed something too.  A little color on the black door -- this silk coleus fit nicely in the metallic welcome basket.  I love how versatile this half basket shape is. Flowers, greenery, berries and more all year long!  Maybe it will take on a new color later this year. 

For my love...

Even though this is a little late for Valentine's Day... I do like the way this turned out.  I'm excited to be able to use a few dies from Teresa Collins for this project.  The script is delicate and beautiful and the tab is perfect for the pull out. 

You'll need:
Electronic Die Cutting machine, software
Sew Crafty SVG Kit (wall decor file - frame and background svgs)
Hearts (dies and basic shapes library
cardstock
markers, Red, Gold, Black
eBrush
Teresa Collins Dies (Personally Noted, Tabs & Tags)
Cut-n-boss
Adhesives

      

Follow directions to put the frame base together.  You can find those details here.  Do not put the background piece on yet.  Cut the hearts and the words Lucky, You and a tab from the die collections. 
Color the frame and the die cuts as desired using markers and the eBrush.  It's quick and easy. 






TIP:  Sargeant Arts mettalic markers fit in the SP adapter using the foam cushion hack -
Not so juicy markers can still be used if you like a mottled look. 

Create a pull out by cutting a piece of cardstock that looks like the photo below.  Add the tab die cut to the strip.  The tabbed strip will need to pull to the right in this instance. 

You will need to add a 1/2 inch wide strip of paper to the back of the front of your box approximately 1.5 inches in from the right side.  Trim the ends as needed so they are flush with the edge of your front.


Insert the pull out at this point.  Embellish the front and pullout, adding hearts, the die cuts and any other sentiments you wish to include and the pull out and apply to the frame. 

Add your ribbon hanger if desired, then glue the front with the pull-out tab attached to the front of the box.  You're done!  This was a gift for my hubby!  He LOVED it and is still raving about the pull out. 

Hoping you've created some time in your busy schedule to do a little crafting!  Be sure to stop by Craftwell's blog for more ideas and projects using Teresa Collins dies and the Craftwell eBrush. 

 

sweet & simple tags - 2

Tags can add such a fun element to any packaging and they're even better when they can double as part of a gift or be an ornament.  Today, I'm sharing 2 tags with you. 

For these projects, I used:
Die cutting Machine - Sizzix eClips2 with Bluetooth
Tag (basic shapes library)
Trio of Snowmen (Sizzix eShape store)
eBrush
Siphon Adapter
Spectrum Noir markers
Ribbon
large glitter snow
chip board snow flake (stash)
Bigz die (Card, petal)
PC Winter Shiver die (snowflake)
embossing folders (optional)
glue dots
liquid glue (dries clear)

Create your tags using basic shapes from the library.  I set mine up to cut two layers.  One slightly smaller than the other using an inset shadow.  Import the trio of snowman and resize to fit on your tag.  They are pretty small (just over an inch tall). 

I used all white paper to start.  Using Spectrum Noir markers and the eBrush, spray the bottom layer tag in a light brown.  Set aside. 

Spray the top layer. 

Then run through the Cut-n-Boss in the desired folder.  

Using a light layer of clear drying glue, "dip" your tag into the glitter and let dry.  Shake off any excess.


Color the snowmen.  I left the bird off of this set.  Using pop dots, add the snowmen to the tag.  Add a bit of ribbon.  I used a glue dot to hold my ribbon in place so as not to use a knot. 

For Tag 2

Cut two tags, again, I used the inset tag feature in my die cutting software.  Using the eBrush spray both layers as desired.  Emboss the top layer of the tag.  Center and adhere the two layers, centering. (see photos above)

Using the snowflake die, cut 2 times to create a stencil.  Cut one petal card using the die.  Now using the eBrush and your stencil, create a random design on the card which will become your envelope.  Fold and adhere to create the envelope. The back flap is not folded down. 

Color the Snowmen, hats and bird.  Color the chip snowflake and add a little more color use the fine tip of the marker and add a snowflake design.  Adhere the snowmen to the tag and the chip snowflake to the center front of the envelope. 



If desired, add another tag to the top adding a simple to and from to the tag.  Add a bit of ribbon and slip into the envelope. 

Wishing you a fabulous holiday season!  Hoping to hear about and see some of your projects on the eBrush Facebook page! 

 

 

 

sweet and simple tags - 1

Hi everyone.  Thanks for dropping by today.  The holidays are here and we have a few gifts to bestow.

Using a few scraps from the scrap bin, I put together these two cuties! 

You'll need:
TC Thankful Die set (branches, tree) PC Winter Shiver (Snowflakes),  Bigz Ornate Plate, SU!  Tag dies, CC Snowflake embossing folder
TC Acrylic Paper
Cardstock (I used NeeNah 110 lb, white)
eBrush, SN adapter, Siphon kit
Spectrum Noir Marker (IB2)
Cut-n-Boss
Big Kick
Xyron Creative Station (permanent adhesive)
Pearl-Ex, Pearlescent mixed with water in bottle compatible with the siphon kit

Cut the medallion and bread tag dies using the  TC Acrylic paper.  Set aside.  Cut the rest of your desired elements from paper using the proper sandwich (refer to your guide). 

Get the eBrush and choose your markers and color the paper elements. 

They were fun to color and there are so many options.  Using the siphon adapter, mix a small amount of Pearl Ex with some water and spray on your elements.  Let dry. 

 

Can you see the glisten?  The Pearl Ex was a perfect touch! 

If desired, dry emboss the tree using the CC folder (this is definitely optional, but adds another dimension to your tag/ornament. 

Run the paper elements through a Xyron machine and place on the medallion as desired.  Since the medallion is see-through, apply the other Tree on the other side matching it.  Up side, no glue or tape showing!  Use some gems  as desired.  Add a ribbon and you're done! 

 

Did you notice the ombre effect on the small tag at the top?  Just lift your eBrush and spray lightly and you'll have a perfect ombre effect on your tag.  Add additional embellishments as desired. 

Complete the 2nd tag using basically the same steps.  These are easy and quick to complete.

Thanks for dropping by!   Don't forget to check again next week... simple tags 2 on tap.