3D Topiary Tree

Here is another 3D project I made recently, a 3D Topiary Tree. This wonderful file came from Jennie Bean Crafts over at Paperthreads. Here it is undecorated.

For the base, I used a shimmery gold paper from the PaperTemptress (part of the Mica/Metallic line). The file comes with a simple flower shape you can use to decorate the topiary, or like I did, you can use anything you have in your supplies. I used a bunch of small white flowers and a few tiny maroon ones to add some color. To finish it off, I used some pink pearls on the base and a butterfly (both from Creative Charms).

Here is a closeup of the flowers and butterfly. I just love that butterfly from Creative Charms.

The possibilities with this file are endless. I gave this to my mom for Mother's Day and she loved it. I think I need to make another one for myself.


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3D Projects

I love using my cutter to create cards and scrapbook layouts, but it is also fun to make 3D projects. I have so much fun making cute little gift boxes, bags, etc. Today I want to share a couple of projects I made from files in last month's Grab Bag over at VDBC.

The first one is a party hat gift box from Beloved Keepsakes. Wouldn't this make a great table decoration for a birthday party or a cute little favor box? I used paper from K & Company for the hat itself, added a rub-on to the base of the box and some fiber for the topper. I think it turned out really cute.



Next is a box from Visual Designs by Chris. It is meant to resemble a popcorn box, but it can be used for so many things. I am using mine to store my Prima flowers. I used more paper from K & Company (it is double-sided so the inside of the box is pretty, too). Then I punched holes in the scallops and threaded some olive green ribbon through for a little extra decoration.


It is so much fun to play with paper! These projects were both quick and easy to complete. If you haven't tried using your cutter to create something 3D, you really should. Just think of all the pretty storage you can create to house the rest of your craft supplies. :)

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May Bingo at Paperthreads

For those of you who don't know, Paperthreads has a Bingo game every month where you can win some great prizes. May's Bingo game will be starting soon and I will be your hostess this month. The theme is TREES. I already have a few fabulous prize files lined up and a couple of challenges planned. So come on over and play with us! Words need to be submitted by midnight May 8th. For the complete details, go HERE.

Most of the "regulars" have already signed up, but we would love to have some more players. If you have never played, come give it a try. We have a lot of fun.

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Butterfly Cards

Today I have a couple of cards featuring butterflies. Don't you just love butterflies? The first card was made using a card front from Chris Durnan over at VDBC. All I did was add some Prima flowers and some rhinestone stickers for their centers. Quick and easy. I actually cut the butterfly card front from vinyl because I just loved the turquoise color and didn't have any cardstock in that shade.






The second card also came from a file at VDBC, but this card front is from ArtiCrafts and was part of the April Grab Bag. After I cut the card front, I ran it through my Cuttlebug using a border embossing folder. Then I used my Scor-Pal to put some lines on either side of the border. A few rhinestones, a pretty ribbon and a flower rub-on completed the card. Another quick and easy card to make. And the 3D effect of the butterflies is very cool. They look like they are ready to fly right off the card.



Now I have a couple of cards to add to my stash so I am a step ahead for upcoming birthdays or other occasions.

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Halloween Layout for Sketch Challenge

Here is my layout for the FileKutz sketch challenge (details about the challenge can be found here). Besides using the free Swirly Background file, I also used LisaJane's Halloween Spider Web Title (lk00075) and Halloween Spider Web Side Border (lk00183). I cut out 2 of the spider webs from the border and covered them in Icicle Stickles. The patterned paper is from K & Company's Tim Coffey Halloween Specialty Paper Pad. I added a rub-on border to the lower patterned paper strip.



These are photos from last Halloween of my adorable son, Alex. It was his first Halloween. Doesn't he make the cutest little pumpkin? There is still time to participate in the sketch challenge. Entries can be submitted until May 9th (noon EST).

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One Last Easter Card

Today I wanted to share one last Easter card that I made. Just Laury over at Paperthreads had a fun little make and take project last week. It is a kinetic card - the egg opens to reveal a cute little bunny tucked inside. If you missed it, the file is in the store now. For my card, I pulled out a bunch of embossing folders. For those of you who don't know me, my Cuttlebug is my favorite crafting tool (after my cutter, of course). For the front, I used my Bloom Dots embossing folder and added Wild Wasabi ink. The sentiment is covered in gold Stickles. For the egg, I used several border embossing folders (Frills, Just My Type and With Love) and covered the egg with various colored inks.





Tomorrow I will post my layout for LisaJane's sketch challenge (see my last post for details).

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Sketch Challenge - Win Some Free Files

I am a member of the Design Team for FileKutz by LisaJane. She is hosting her first monthly sketch challenge. LisaJane is offering this freebie file of a Swirl Background DOWNLOAD IT HERE (Password is: iagreetouswirl). The only rule is you must use it (or part of it) on your card, layout or project.

To play along, just post your sketch project to your blog or gallery, then include a link in the InLinkZ form at the bottom of the Design Team Blog. The winner will be chosen on May 9th, so you have just a little over two weeks to work on your idea!! The winner will win 5 free files of there choice from ANY of Filekutz Design's. You can see all of LisaJane's designs between these two places HERE and HERE. To qualify for the prize drawing, have your layout, card or project linked by noon EST on Monday, May 9.

Here is the sketch for you to use in your entries...

Here is a picture of the Cut File offered for this challenge:

I hope you have a chance to play along. It is a wonderful sketch and LisaJane has some wonderful files to choose from. What a great incentive to get some crafting done.

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