Blog - Eileen Hull

Sizzix Book Club Chapter Two Tutorials

15 Jun

Hey everyone! Welcome back for another round of Sizzix Book Club Chapter Two Tutorials. I’m happy to announce that many of your local retailers (including online retailers) should have already received the Book Club Chapter Two dies and they will be available on the Sizzix website on July 5th. Here’s some inspiration to get you started with my new collection. The team has some amazing Wrap Journal creations to share with you today let’s check it out.

Sizzix Book Club Chapter Two Tutorials

Julia Aston shares a lucious yellow patent leather Wrap Journal project all buckled up with a saddle strap and grosgrain ribbon. Inside she has included several signatures using black card stock and stamping with white ink.

This journal is truly a sight to behold so head to Julia’s Blog and prepare to be inspired.

Pam Bray shares a cool and colorful Wrap Journal creation just dripping with Alcohol Inks and artful embellishments. Pam used my Basket Weave embossing folder to add texture to her cover and accented it with a blend of bright alcohol ink colors.

Inside Pam has a clever technique for creating quick and easy signatures so be sure to check out her detailed tutorial HERE.

Anne Redfern shares a fabulous felt covered Wrap Journal adorned with lace and other “Lovely details. A wool felted heart and heart shaped rhinestone add to the allure of this journal.

Visit Anne’s Blog for a full tutorial and tips on how to create signatures for your Wrap Journal using the Passport Book die.

Maggi Harding shares a cheerful Holiday themed Wrap Journal decked like the halls with bells, trinkets, snowflakes, flowers and jolly old St. Nick. Inside the pages of Maggi’s magical journal she has used the Credit Card Sleeve and Tags dies to add interest to her journal inside and out!

It’s never too early to get in the holiday spirit so take a trip to Maggi’s blog for a look inside her Holiday Wrap Journal.

Tonya Trantham shares a whimsical, winged Wrap Journal sure to make your creative heart flutter! Inside Tonya’s journal butterflies and winged beauties abound. Each page is expertly crafted with die cuts, images and more!

Flutter over to Tonya’s Blog for a look at each magical page.

Lisa Hoel shares a wrap journal project that’s pure fun inside and out. Lisa’s “Fun and Games” journal features game boards, game pieces, and even monopoly money from a variety of favorite board games.

From the cover to the inside to the hanging embellishments adorning the spine you’re sure to have some fun checking out Lisa’s Fun and Games Wrap Journal Tutorial.

Hope you’ve enjoyed these amazing wrap journals. Stay tuned for more Sizzix Book Club Chapter Two Tutorials next week. Be sure to check your local stores for my new collection.

Eileen

Book Club Chapter 2 a New Sizzix Collection from Eileen Hull

8 Jun

Hello everyone! My Book Club Chapter 2 Sizzix Collection is finally here! My latest collection features the much anticipated Wrap Journal die, Journal Cards, Journal Words, Borders and more. This collection was designed to complement my previous collection Book Club. Dies from both collections can be mixed and matched for an endless amount of creative possibilities. The Inspiration Team will be sharing full tutorials of their Book Club Chapter 2 creations all month long. Come take a look at what the team has to share with you today!

Book Club Chapter 2 a New Sizzix Collection from Eileen Hull

Pam Bray shares a Wrap Journal project that epitomizes just how well the Book Club and Book Club Chapter 2 collections work together. Each gorgeous page is filled with die cuts from both collections and the results are WOW-worthy! Pam colored her journal cover with my Clearsnap Blends inks using a clever technique to achieve that golden glimmer.

Head to Pam’s Blog for all the details on her Colorbox Blends technique and a look inside at the lovely pages of her Wrap Journal.

Lisa Hoel shares a bright and beautiful butterfly Wrap Journal all decked out in Distress Oxide inks. Lisa used a variety of cuts from her Sizzix stash to decorate her journal cover. Wait till you see how she created her signatures. Not to mention, her oh so clever idea for a closure.

I don’t want to spill all the beans so be sure to check out Lisa’s full tutorial HERE.

Maggi Harding shares a magnificent Wrap Journal project tied up with twine. Maggi’s creation features gorgeous papers from Stamperia and die cuts from both Book Club collections. She’s even included a video flip through so you can marvel over every glorious detail.

Run, don’t walk over to Maggi’s blog for a look at this fabulous Wrap Journal project.

Tracy Evans shares a Wrap Journal project literally bursting at the seams with texture. Fibers, felt, stitching, lace and more adorn this gorgeous tactile journal. I can almost feel the mix of textures just by looking at it can’t you?

Don’t miss Tracy’s tutorial and more lovely photos HERE.

Julia Aston shares a couple of clever card projects using the Journaling Cards from Book Club 2 and several dies from the original Book Club Collection. Julia’s project shows just how versatile the Book Club collections can be!

Visit Julia’s Blog for an in depth look at how to use Book Club dies for your own card making adventures.

I do hope you’ve enjoyed these inspiring creations from the team. I know I have! Stay tuned all month long for more Book Club Chapter 2 inspiration. Be sure to check your local stores for my latest collection. You can shop for dies used in these projects HERE.

Eileen

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials

5 Jun

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again to share more Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials. We’ve seen tons of Floral inspired creations the past few weeks and have some fresh picked projects and a recap of all the flowery goodness we’ve seen along the way. Have a seat and stop to smell the flowers with us.

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Tutorials

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials

We can always count on Jonathan Fong to give us a fresh take on how to use our dies in creative new ways. This time around Jonathan has taken us to the fine art level with his Van Gogh Starry Night Floral collage! Can you believe this masterpiece was created entirely from a mix of cuts from my flower dies?

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials: Van Gogh Starry Night Floral Collage by Jonathan Fong

Head to Jonathan’s blog for a fine art lesson using Sizzix dies and see if you can spot all the dies he used to create this stunning collage.

Lisa Hoel shares a show stopping, jaw dropping, Vintage Tea Cup Floral Pin Cushion project embroidered to perfection! Lisa is no stranger to cleverly crafted pin cushion projects but she has certainly outdone herself on this one. Check out the embroidery details on the Heart and Soul Flower die cuts…unbelievable!

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials: Vintage Tea Cup Embroidered Flower Pin Cushions by Lisa Hoel

Check out Lisa’s blog for more details and gorgeous stitching.

Elizabeth Robinson shares a gorgeous flower card using the Embroidery Hoop and several Thinlits dies from my most recent Book Club collection. Elizabeth used some cool techniques to give her tiny blooms dimension which she shares with you in detail on her blog.

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials: Embroidery Hoop Flower Card by Elizabeth Robinson

Don’t miss Elizabeth’s in depth tutorial on how she created this lovely card HERE.

Karen Bearse has added to her Floral Journal from last week with die cuts colored with my Clearsnap Blends inks. I just love the vibrant colors she has achieved with the use of the Blends and the placement of the die cuts add so much interest to her journal pages.

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials: Floral Journal Pages with Clearsnap Blends by Karen Bearse

Visit Karen’s blog for more details on how to decorate your own journal pages with die cuts and Clearsnap Blends!

Wow! We sure have seen a lot of Floral fun projects the past few weeks. If you missed any of the amazing Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials shared you can catch up with all of the inspiration by following the links below. Join us later this week for new projects and tutorials featuring my Book Club Chapter Two collection.

Eileen Hull Paper Flower Projects and Tutorials

*You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE.

Sizzix Paper Flower Projects to Try

25 May

It’s a beautiful day for some Sizzix Paper Flower Projects! If you are stateside and celebrating Memorial Day weekend I hope you get some crafty time to try out some of these inspired floral creations from the Inspiration Team. Throughout the month of May the team has been sharing creative ideas using my Sizzix Flower dies and more! Have a look at what’s blooming this week.

Sizzix Paper Flower Projects

A tisket a tasket Nicole Wright has a beautiful blooming basket to share! Nicole got inky with Dylusions sprays and my Pansy die to create her beautiful blooms for sale. She also used the Basket die to hold her bold and beautifully colored blooms.

Visit Nicole’s Blog for a colorful tutorial on how to create your own basket of blooms.

Michelle Zerull shares a lovely blooming branch creation just bursting with shades of blue! Michelle used a tiny flower die included in the Bookmark Tag and Pocket set to create this lovely decor piece.

Check out Michelle’s blog for more details on how to create a blooming branch of your own.

Karen Bearse shares a happy, colorful journal using the the Journal Die with Dylusions inks, stamps and stencils. Karen added dimension and texture to her journal cover with Dylusions dyed crinoline Heart Petal die cuts.

Head to Karen’s blog for deep dive into her clever Sizzix and Dylusions techniques.

Anne Redfern takes us back to the Artist Trading Block days with a gorgeous floral ATB! Anne colored her ATB with my Clearsnap Blends ink ad added interest to her creation with AALL and Create stamps designed by IT member Tracy Evans! The beautiful bloom on top of the ATB was created using the Pansy die!

Visit Anne’s Blog and get inspired to bring the Artist Trading Block love back.

Pam Bray shares a gorgeous garden party invitation using the House Pocket and Romance Flower dies. Pam’s project includes stitched edges, inking with Clearsnap Blends and wire elements created using my Twist and Style tool.

Check out Pam’s tutorial on how to create your own House Pocket Invitations.

Are you as inspired as I am to try out these Sizzix Paper Flower Projects? I can’t wait to give some of these a go this weekend. Hope you have a chance to relax, make some art and enjoy the weekend.

Eileen

Eileen Hull Sizzix Paper Flower Projects

18 May

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team returns with fresh picked Eileen Hull Sizzix Paper Flower Projects. Throughout the month of May the team will be sharing all kinds of ways to add beautiful blooms to your creative projects using dies from my Sizzix collections past and present. Let’s see what creative ideas are blooming this week.sd

Eileen Hull Sizzix Paper Flower Projects

Julia Aston shares a lovely project using the Mailable Frame, Pansy and Spring Leaves dies. This project can be used for home decor or a creative card that can be displayed. Julia colored he pansies and leaves with Clearsnap Blends inks. Aren’t they stunning?

Don’t miss Julia’s step by step Pansy Flower tutorial on her Blog.

Tonya Trantham shares a sweet Tag project using a variety of dies from the past and present. The base of her tag utilizes the Daisy Wreath embossing folder which adds glorious texture. She’s also layered the Embroidery Hoop die over the embossed background to accentuate the stamped image and added 3D Stitchy Flowers to complete the look.

Head to Tonya’s Blog for more details on this lovely tag.

Lisa Hoel shares a gorgeous grunge style card project packed with patinas and pretty petals. Lisa used the Heart and Soul Flower and Heart Petal Flower Layers dies to add a touch of softness to her grunged out creation.

Visit Lisa’s Blog for an in depth look at her process.

Jenny Marples shares a beautiful Trinket Box project covered in Stitchy Flowers scrunched up to give them glorious texture and depth. The white Floral Arch die cuts complete the look.

Take a trip across the pond to Jenny’s Blog and enjoy a look at this project and other Trinket Box and Journal designs created in a recent class she taught.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson shares a beautiful Bird and Flower Canvas project. This collage project has a little bit of everything from inking, stenciling, flower making and of course expertly place images. AK used the Romance Flower to add dimension to her project. The addition of the flowers to this project really makes it stand out.

Check out Anna-Karin’s Romance Flower tutorial and learn the steps to create your own mixed-media wall art.

Hope you’ve enjoyed this weeks garden of Eileen Hull Sizzix Paper Flower Projects. See what’s blooming next week as our garden party continues. You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE.

If you missed my Facebook Live this week you can check out my Metal Trinket Box Tutorial HERE. Stay tuned for new projects and tutorials every Tuesday on my Facebook Page.

Eileen

May Flower Projects Using Eileen Hull Dies

10 May

Hello everyone the April showers have given way to fantastic May flowers every where you go. This month we are celebrating beautiful blooms with May Flower Projects Using Eileen Hull Dies. The Inspiration Team will be sharing there fun floral creations from paper bouquets, journals cards and more! Let’s take a look at the creative ideas blossoming today.

May Flower Projects Using Eileen Hull Dies

Pam Bray shares a lovely Passport Book covered in Stitchy Flowers Die cuts. Pam’s project features a wide variety of Eileen Hull dies and a clever method for adding signatures.

Visit Pam’s Blog for all the details on her fun flower covered Passport Book project.

Tracy Evans also shares a Passport Book Project using Stitchy Flowers. Tracy’s creation features metallic paints from DecoArt Media, inspired metal embellishments and butterflies. The use of the Daisy Wreath embossing folder adds incredible texture and interest to the cover.

Head to Tracy’s blog for lots of mixed media techniques and paper flower making tips.

Diana Hetherington shares a sensational Card Box Planner and Trinket Box creation. Diana’s masterpiece will be used to hold wishes and cards for the Bride and Groom at an upcoming wedding.

Check out Diana’s Blog to find out how she assembled this unique Wedding Card and Wish Holder with a variety of Eileen Hull Dies new and old.

Maggi Harding shares a fabulous Floral Birdhouse using an old favorite my birdhouse die. This blossoming bird house features Graphic 45 Floral Shoppe papers.

Fly over to Maggi’s Blog for more gorgeous photos and a video tutorial!

Jenny Marples shares a sensational Spring Flower Wreath Project using several of my latest thinlit die releases. Jenny also used my Clearsnap Blends inks to add stunning color and detail to her flowers and leaves.

Don’t miss Jenny’s detailed Flower and Leaf inking tutorial on her blog HERE.

Anne Redfern shares a project using the Passport Book die in a clever new way. She’s created a book box that looks like a journal but is actually a storage space! Each panel is covered in canvas, embossed and painted with DecoArt Media Paints. A canvas Pansy Flower on the front cover completes the look.

Visit Anne’s Blog for more details on how to create your own Passport Book Box.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this weeks May Flower Projects Using Eileen Hull Dies. Stay tuned to see what’s blossoming next week!

Eileen

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

26 Apr

Hey Everyone! Are you ready for more Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies? This week the Inspiration Team has everything from centerpieces to invites to share with you. Prepare to be inspired to craft up something for your next spring celebration!

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

Lisa Hoel shares a sweet project utilizing several of my Paper Flower Party dies and the 3-D tea cup die. Lisa used the tea cup to create a cute favor box adorned with paper flower die cuts. She then created unique centerpieces from vintage tea ware and filled them with paper blooms using a variety of dies along with my Twist and Style tool.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: Paper Flower Centerpieces and Tea Cup Favors by Lisa Hoel

Head to Lisa’s blog for a tutorial on how to create these sweet centerpieces and favors.

Tonya Trantham shares a unique party favor gift box that you can fill with just about anything. What’s more Tonya’s creation can double as a display piece. Tonya used the make it 3D die along with the Heart and Soul Flower and Honey Comb Embossing Folder to create this lovely favor box all decked out in lace and pearly trims.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: Floral Favor Box by Tonya Trantham

Visit Tonya’s Blog for more details on her gorgeous favor box.

Michelle Zerull shares the perfect project for catching your tears of joy during wedding season. Using the House Pocket Die and Eyelet Lace embossing folder Michelle has assembled the prettiest little tissue pouch!

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: Happy Tears Tissue Pack by Michelle Zerull

Head over to Michelle’s Blog for a step by step tutorial on how to create your own Happy Tears Tissue Pack.

Elizabeth Robinson shares a super sweet baby shower invite that you can create using the Card Box Storage die. Elizabeth’s creation features a ribbon attachment that allows the invite to peep over the box containing it with a cute little critter.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: DIY Baby Shower Invitations by Elizabeth Robinson

Visit Elizabeth’s blog for all the details on these DIY Baby Shower Invitations.

Karen Bearse shares an absolutely stunning Sea Horse Trinket Box Project. Karen’s creation is meant for a beach themed wedding and can house memory cards/wishes from guests or anything you can think of!
Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: Beach Wedding Sea Horse Trinket Box by Karen Bearse

Make a splash over at Karen’s blog where she’s sharing all the steps she took to create this superb Sea Horse Trinket Box.

Diana Hetherington shares a fun photo guestbook project using the Mini Album and Stitchy Flowers Dies. Diana’s project invites guests to snap a polaroid of themselves to include alongside a message in the guest book.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies: Polaroid Photo Guest Book by Diana Hetherington

Head over to Diana’s Blog where she shares how to create this unique photo guest book in a snap.

Hope you’ve enjoyed these inspiring makes and DIY projects. Stay tuned next week for more Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies.

Eileen

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix

19 Apr

Hello everyone! The Inspiration Team is sharing DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix all month long. Whether its a bridal or baby shower or any other spring soiree you are sure to find inspiration for your next event. Come along and check out all the fun DIY Party projects in store for you today!

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix

Julia Aston shares a darling 3D Tea Cup project perfect for a Baby or Bridal Shower or a Tea Party themed event! Julia’s creation uses the 3D Tea Cup die along with the Floral Arch and Book Plates dies from the Book Club collection to create Invitations and Place Cards.

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix: Tea Party Favors and Invitations by Julia Aston

Stop by Julia’s Blog for a spot of tea and a detailed look at her Tea Party favors and invitations.

Susie Bentz shares a sleek Cutlery Caddy created with the Card Box Organizer die. By assembling several Card Boxes together and adding pretty patterned papers you can coordinate this project with any event!

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix: Card Box Cutlery Caddy by Susie Bentz

Visit Susie’s Blog for step by step instructions and a peek at how you can change the look with different papers.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson shares a gorgeous Guestbook project using the Journal die in conjunction with her signature inky style! This project proves that guestbooks aren’t just for weddings anymore. You can use the journal die as a memory keeper for any event from Anniversaries, Birthdays, and yes of course Weddings.

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix: Journal Die Guestbook by Anna-Karin Evaldsson

Head to Anna-Karin’s Blog for a detailed tutorial on how to create the stunning Guest Book.

Nicole Wright shares a Shower Gift any Mom or Bride to Be would be delighted to receive! Who doesn’t love a nice bottle of wine? Especially one with a handcrafted Wine Tag complete with coffee filter Heart and Soul Flowers.

DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix: Wine Tag with Eileen Hull Dies by Nicole Wright

Take a sip, I mean trip to Nicole’s Blog for a fun tutorial on how to create your own Wine Tags with the Heart and Soul Flower die and five the gift of fermented grapes.

I don’t know about you but I sure am ready to party after seeing these inspiring creations. Join us next week for more DIY Spring Party Projects with Sizzix. You can find all of the Eileen Hull Dies used in these projects and more HERE.

Eileen

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies

17 Apr

Hello everyone! Spring has finally sprung and the Inspiration Team is gearing up for Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies. This week we have centerpieces, Banners, Baby Gifts, Party Favors and Cards to share with you. Come party with us and get inspired for your next event.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies

Diana Hetherington shares a spring centerpiece using several Eileen Hull dies new and old plus Sizzix Paper Leather and Clearsnap Blends inks. Diana’s project features the 3D Vase die, Bird Die and Daisy Chain embossing folder.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies: Spring Centerpiece by Diana Hetherington

Spring has sprung over at Diana’s Blog so fly on over to find out how she created her centerpiece.

Maggi Harding shares a gorgeous Baby Shower Banner that can serve double duty as nursery decor after the festivities. Maggi’s project uses the House Pocket Die and Bookmark Framelits set along with pretty papers from Graphic 45. Frilly flowers in pink and blue hues complete the look.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies: Baby Shower Banner by Maggi Harding

Visit Maggi’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create this Baby Banner.

Anne Redfern shares a sweet Baby Shower Gift and Card project. Anne used the Trinket Box die to create the perfect packaging for a handcrafted Teddy Bear along with a lovely card adorned with paper flowers cut with the Pansy die.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies: Baby Shower Card and Teddy Bear Gift Set by Anne Redfern

Visit Anne’s blog for all the details on this gorgeous Baby Shower Gift Set and a bonus Pansy Flower tutorial.

Mitsyana Wright shares a lovely gilded journal perfect for recording your springtime party plans! This project features the soon to be released Wrap Journal from Book Club Chapter 2 and pages from the Passport Book die. Lots of Prima Marketing goodies were used to complete the look of this lovely springtime journal.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies: Matted Wrap Journal by Mitsyana Wright

Check out Mitsyana’s Blog for more technique tips and step by steps on how to create this journal.

Pam Bray shares a sequel to her Party Banner project from last week with a matching card and favor creation. Pam’s latest project features a slew of Eileen Hull dies from the past and present. She’s sharing several favor creation options and lots of tips for card making.

Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies: Party Favors and Card Set by Pam Bray

Head to Pam’s Blog for all your DIY party planning needs and check out the whole set!

Hope you have enjoyed this weeks inspiring projects. Stay tuned later in the week for more Spring Showers and Celebrations with Eileen Hull Dies! You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE.

Eileen

Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies

5 Apr

Hey everyone! Our theme for April is “April Showers”. All month long the Inspiration team will be sharing Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies. You’ll find all kinds of ideas from favors, to decor and MORE! Lets see what the team has in store for you today.

Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies

Jenny Marples shares an elegant Bridal Shower Favor/Gift Bag complete with an embossed Eyelet Lace panel and cascading paper roses created using the Stitchy Flowers die. This project is perfect as a Gift Bag, favor bag for showers or even a welcome bag for a destination wedding!

Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies: Wedding Gift/Favor Bag by Jenny Marples

Visit Jenny’s blog for a detailed tutorial on how to create this project. You’ll also find a bonus tutorial on how she created her stunning roses with Clearsnap Blends inks!

Tracy Evans created a gorgeous Wedding Planner using the Passport Book Die. This project is covered in loveliness inside and out. I can’t think of a better place to record wedding plans!

Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies: Wedding Planner Passport Book by Tracy Evans

Head to Tracy’s blog for a closer look at all of the lovely details included in this stunning Wedding Planner.

Pam Bray shares a pretty Party Banner project perfect for a shower, birthday or any other type of bash! Pam’s creation combines the Book Plates, Trinket Box and a host of other Eileen Hull dies.

Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies: Pretty Party Banner by Pam Bray

Check out Pam’s Tutorial on how to create this pretty Party Banner for your next event!

Who’s ready to party? Hope you’ve been inspired to create some of these Bridal Shower and Party Projects with Eileen Hull Dies. Stay tuned for more Shower inspired creations and party projects next week. You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE.

Eileen