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Eileen Hull Sizzix Die Organizing Projects

3 Apr

Hey everyone! All month long the Inspiration Team has been sharing Eileen Hull Sizzix Die Organizing Projects. We’ve seen all kinds of ways to use your Sizzix dies to create storage solutions for art supplies, office supplies and more! Today we have the final round of Organizing inspiration and a recap of all the cool creations we’ve seen along the way. Pull up a seat and get ready to Organize!

Eileen Hull Sizzix Die Organizing Projects

Anna-Karin Evaldsson has a Sketch Storage holder project that combines the Journal and Photo Stamp and Storage dies. AK’s creation is the perfect storage solution for those that like to sketch on the go. All the supplies you need from pens to paper are at the ready for when inspiration strikes.

Head to Anna-Karin’s Blog for an in depth tutorial on how to create your own Sketch Storage Holder.

Jonathan Fong has a super cool Book Facade Secret Storage project to share. Jonathan’s creation uses the Card Box Storage die and color Copies of real book spines to create a hidden storage unit reminiscent of the old rotating book case into the secret room routine.

Don’t miss Jonathan’s detailed tutorial on how to create your own secret storage!

Diana Hetherington shares a clever way to store thinlits dies with a Magnetic Mini Album! Diana’s creation features magnetic strips throughout the pages of her album keeping thinlits dies handy with the flip of a page!

Visit Diana’s blog for more details on how to create your own Magnetic Mini Album.

Tonya Trantham uses an old favorite die, the Bag Caddy with vintage floral papers to create a lovely organizer. Tonya assembled several cuts together to create her storage unit and now has a unique space to store her supplies.

Check out Tonya’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Vintage Floral Organizer.

Elizabeth Robinson shares a Card Box Organizer project perfect for storing vintage clock in cards! We all have collections that need containing and Elizabeth’s project is a handy solution for storing your collected favorites.

Check out Elizabeth’s blog for more on this Clock In creation.

Jenny Marples was inspired by Diana Hetherington’s project and created her own version to store her Seth Apter Dies! Jenny’s Mini Album uses lots of Seth’s products including Stencil Girl Stencils and baked texture embossing powders.

Check out Jenny’s Blog for more info on this fun project!

Susie Bentz shares a cool and oh-so-clever journal project. Susie used the journal die to create a Dry Erase Journal! I had no idea Dry Erase paper existed but it’s true and Susie shows you how to use it with my Journal die so you can write and re-write notes, lists etc. again and again!

Head to Susie’s blog for a full tutorial on how to create your very own Dry Erase Journal.

Karen Bearse shows you how to create your own habit tracker pages using the Book Binding Die. When you force yourself to take inventory of your daily choices it really helps you to stay on track. Karen’s Habit tracker pages can be placed in planners or hung in full view to keep you on track towards reaching your personal goals.

Check out Karen’s Blog to learn how to create your own Habit Tracker pages to keep you on the right track!

Well, we certainly have seen some amazing Eileen Hull Sizzix Die Organizing Projects this past month. Spring is sprung and it’s time to get organized. These projects will help you get a jump start on spring cleaning and on your way to an organized life. Check out the links below for all of the creative organizing projects we’ve seen along the way. You can shop for all of the dies used in these creations and more HERE.

Stay tuned later this week for a fresh batch of Inspiration Team creativity with a new theme. Here’s a hint, there’s a chance of “showers”.

Eileen

Organizing Tutorials with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

23 Mar

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is sharing another round of Organizing Tutorials with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies. These projects will help you organize your stash and craft space while getting crafty at the same time. Let’s have a look at what the team has in store for you this week.

Organizing Tutorials with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

Nicole Wright shares an inspired project featuring the Card Box Storage die for organizing the Ranger Letter it Collection. This project not only showcases stamps, inks and pens from the collection, it also provides handy storage for the latter.

Visit Nicole’s Blog for a tutorial and more lovely photos of her Letter it Storage creation.

Jenny Marples shares a sweet Sewing Box tutorial featuring the Trinket Box die and a bonus Crinoline Flower tutorial using the Stitchy Flowers die.

You won’t want to miss Jenny’s unique take on the Trinket Box not to mention her detailed Flower tutorial for decorating this project and more!

Lisa Hoel shares a double decker Trinket Box organizer all decked out in Steampunk style! Lisa’s creation is storing gears and gizmos as the await the perfect project. Her creation also features Seth Apter’s new baked texture embossing powders.

Head to Lisa’s blog to learn more about this fun Steampunk Storage project.

Karen Bearse shares some fun Photo Storage containers using the Stamp and Storage and House Pocket dies. Karen’s creations are a fun and functional way to store photos for your next album, mini book or scrapbook page.

Visit Karen’s blog for a full tutorial and a neat tip on how to die cut specific sections of your favorite patterned papers.

Wow! Talk about getting inspired to get organized eh? Thanks for joining us for this weeks round of Organizing Tutorials with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies! You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE. Stay tuned for more organizing inspiration next week.

Eileen

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects

19 Mar

Hey Everyone! With spring just around the corner it’s time to cleanup and get organized. All month long the Inspiration Team will be sharing Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects to help you maintain a neat and tidy workspace. You’ll learn how to use your Eileen Hull Dies new and old to create storage solutions for all your stuff. Let’s take a look at the Organizing Projects the team has for you today.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects

Anne Redfern has an adorable organizing project featuring Eileen Hull dies past and present. The Cube Bank die is an old favorite which Anne has used to store a cell phone and pens to have at the ready in your workspace, She’s also created storage spaces using the Card Box storage die, painty backrounds and too cute stamps from AALL and Create.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Desk Top Organizer with AALL and Create Stamps by Anne Redfern

Head to Anne’s blog for an #Awesome tutorial!

Diana Hetherington has a super cool Card Box Organizer project to share with you this week. Diana’s project features multiple cuts from the Card Box die fastened together to organize scrap paper, envelopes and card. This is a great workspace organizer to keep papers and such on hand, organized and within reach.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Scrap Paper Organizer by Diana Hetherington

Visit Diana’s blog to find out how she layered multiple colors of Prima Metallics to create this cool hued organizer.

Pam Bray shares a sensational Desktop Organizer using several dies from the Book Club Collection. Pam’s prowess for incorporating multiple dies into a project is unmatched with this creation. Dies used include the Journal die, Stamp and Storage die, Book and pages and Trinket Box to name a few.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Desk Top Organizer with Book Club Dies by Pam Bray

Don’t miss Pam’s detailed tutorial and have a look inside at all of the storage solutions she’s created with this amazing project!

Julia Aston has a clever solution for storing bits and bobs from your craft stash. Julia used the Basket Die from Paper Flower Party along with the Journal die to create a base for this handy storage unit! Julia’s creation can easily be stored within a larger storage unit and taken out as needed.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Crafty Trinket Storage by Julia Aston

Head to Julia’s blog for a tutorial on how to create your own trinket storage unit.

Maggi Harding shares a cute desktop organizer creation using the Card Box Storage Die and a host of other dies from my latest Book Club Collection. Maggi’s project comes complete with pen and notebook storage and of course her signature style of covering her creations in pretty papers and expert inking!

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Desktop Note Station By Maggi Harding

Visit Maggi’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Desktop Organizer.

Tracy Evans shares a Card Box Organizer creation complete with a House Pocket card. Tracy’s project makes the perfect gift for a fellow creative. Tracy has a very cool technique for using the negatives from your die cuts to cover the outside of her box.

Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects: Card Box Storage and House Pocket Card with AALL and Create Stamps by Tracy Evans

Check out Tracy’s Blog for a full tutorial and a look at her new stamp line from AALL and Create!

I hope you are inspired by this weeks roundup of Eileen Hull Sizzix Organizing Projects! An organized space is a happy space to create so stay tuned later this week for more inspired organizing projects from the Team!

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

See you soon!

Eileen

Eileen Hull Die Favorites Tutorials

13 Mar

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again with a fresh batch of Eileen Hull Die Favorites Tutorials. You’ll find all kinds of creative techniques and tutorials for using your Eileen Hull Sizzix dies from the past and present. Let’s have a look at what the team has in store for you this week.

Eileen Hull Die Favorites Tutorials

Diana Hetherington shares a pretty and practical Trinket Box Planter project. Diana used Eileen Hull textured impressions folders, metallic inks and paints and added an air plant to create this lovely display piece.

Visit Diana’s Blog for all the details on how to create your own Trinket Box Planter.

Karen Bearse shares a gorgeous Under the Sea Journal featuring separate signature books and pretty papers from Kaiser and Graphic 45.

Check out Karen’s blog for more pics and details on this lovely ocean themed journal. She’ll be teaching a class on how to create this journal so if you are local be sure to check her blog for class info.

Susie Bentz shares an adorable Washi Tape Passport Book Journal. I just love the decorative cactus and striped washi tapes she used. This theme is carried throughout the journal with washi wrapped die cut accents and coordinating charms to complete the look.

Head to Susie’s blog for a technique packed tutorial on how to create your own Washi Tape Passport Book Journal.

Julia Aston shares an adorable project using an old favorite Eileen Hull Die…the Mailable Frame! Julia used the mailable frame and a recent favorite, Stitchy Flowers to create a displayable memento of a trip to the zoo.

Visit Julia’s Blog for more details on how to create your own Mailable Frame memories and check out some fun pics of her trip to the zoo.

Hope you’ve enjoyed this weeks round of Eileen Hull Die Favorites Tutorials. You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE. Stay tuned later this week for some amazing organizing projects using my Sizzix dies.

Eileen

Organizing with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

10 Mar

Hi everyone- this month the Inspiration Team is organizing with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies! All month long the team will be sharing creative ways to make unique storage and organization projects with Eileen Hull dies. Let’s take a look at the inspiring projects in store for you…

Organizing Solutions

Are you always looking for paper to jot down notes? Maggi Harding has combined the Card Box and Notebook Pocket and added a place for her pen for a creative solution to this problem. Check out Maggi’s blog to see how she made it.

Nicole Wright has a clever way to use the Card Box by making it wider to accommodate her card collection. Check out all of the awesome details on Nicole’s blog.

Pam Bray created this Wrapped Journal Organizer to keep her family on track. Keep an eye out for this fun die coming in June! Get Pam’s tips on her blog.

This mixed media Card Box Organizer by Tracy Evans is loaded with techniques. Not only did she make a box, but also a card using the House Pocket die to put inside. See more on Tracy’s blog here.

Thanks for reading and stay tuned- more organizational tips next week! Don’t forget to tune in to Eileen’s Facebook Live shows on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The Eileen Hull Inspiration Team

6 Mar

The Eileen Hull Inspiration Team is the most talented, generous, caring, kind, smart and savvy group of artists I have ever come across.

Sometimes you get lucky, things click, and a community comes together. I am blessed.

What does the team do?

design amazing projects using my Sizzix dies and Clearsnap inks
write up awesome tutorials so others can re-create the projects
film videos to show project details and more
think outside the box
provide feedback and ideas
create samples for new releases
attend the Association for Creative Industries trade show (Creativation) and help demo, market and promote new products
moderate discussion on the bi-weekly Facebook Live shows
interact, share and answer questions in the Eileen Hull Fan Club Facebook group
create projects using my products in magazines
share theirs and teammates designs on social media
find product partners to collaborate with
put up with my crazy traveling schedule!
create marketing campaigns and strategies
provide jaw dropping projects for three ebooks with Bella Crafts Publishing
make me look better than I am
much more I am forgetting about…

I can’t thank these inspirational artists, my creative friends, enough for all they do. I am so excited to see what 2018 will bring.

Please visit each of the Eileen Hull Inspiration Team’s blogs to see their work and leave them some love.

Huge thanks to Amy Bowerman, my Inspiration Team Coordinator, for keeping us on track and organized. Amy writes the weekly blog posts and has such a creative way with words.

Thanks for reading and for your support. Please follow me on Instagram and Facebook. I hope you can join me tonight at 6:00 Eastern at Eileen Hull Designs for Facebook Live!

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials and Techniques

22 Feb

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again to share their favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials and Techniques. All month long the team will be sharing creative ways to use Eileen Hull dies from the past and present. Let’s take a look at the inspiring projects in store for you today.

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials

Lisa Hoel shares a darling pin cushion topped Cantilever Box project. Lisa’s creation features my Heartfelt Cardstock and sweet felt pins created with Stitchy Flowers and Birds and Butterflies from the Heartfelt Sizzix collection!

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials: Pin Cushion Topped Cantilever Box by Lisa Hoel

Visit Lisa’s Blog for a detailed tutorial on how to create and assemble your own pin cushion Cantilever Box.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson shares a Book Club project perfect for containing clutter from photos waiting to be used in a project. AK’s project features the Stamp and Storage Die and more from my new Book Club Sizzix collection! This project is perfect for scrapbookers wanting to keep their photos tidy before adding them to a layout.

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials: Stamp and Storage Die Photo Organizer by Anna-Karin Evaldsson

As always Anna-Karin has an amazing step by step tutorial to show you how to create this pretty and practical project!

Elizabeth Robinson shares a second tutorial featuring her stunning Wrap Journal from my soon to be released Book Club Chapter 2 Collection. Today’s tutorial is all about creating colorful signatures for your journals! You can use these techniques for virtually any journal or mini book project.

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials: Creating Colorful Signatures for Journals and Mini Albums by Elizabeth Robinson

Check out Elizabeth’s Blog for a very cool and colorful technique tutorial!

Anne Redfern shares another Cantilever Box project topped with a beautiful bloom created using my Pansy Die from Paper Flower Party. I love how by adding extra layers Anne has turned the Pansy into a realistic looking Peony! She’s got tips and tricks galore for turning paper into realistic looking petals!

Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials: Cantilever Box with Flower Foam Peony by Anne Redfern

Don’t miss Anne’s Cantilever Box and Blooming Tutorial on her Blog!

Hope you’ve enjoyed these Favorite Eileen Hull Dies Tutorials and Techniques. The team will be back real soon with another dose of inspiration for you! You can find all of the dies used in these projects and more HERE.

See you soon!

Eileen

Best Loved Eileen Hull Die Projects and Tutorials

20 Feb

Hello everyone! This month the Inspiration Team is sharing their Best Loved Eileen Hull Die Projects and tutorials. Each week you’ll find creative ways to use your Eileen Hull dies from the past and present. Let’s take a look at the inspiring projects the team has in store for you this week.

Best Loved Eileen Hull Die Projects

Elizabeth Robinson shares her inaugural Inspiration Team project with a fabulous Wrap Journal! The Wrap Journal is the much anticipated die from my Book Club Chapter 2 collection releasing in June. Elizabeth used stunning deli papers from Jane Davenport, inking and stamping….and don’t even get me started on that Bumble bee on the cover!

Stop by Elizabeth’s blog to say hello and check out her amazing Wrap Journal project!

Maggi Harding starts us off with a Journal Die project gilded in gold! Maggi’s project features heat embossed flowers, texture paste, enamels and more! All of these elements combined with expertly placed Graphic 45 papers complete the look of this regal journal fit for a king (or queen).

Take a trip over to Maggi’s Blog to learn how to create your own golden journal.

Julia Aston has a Gelli printed Tool Box project to share with you today. The Tool Box die is an old favorite from my Vintage Travel collection and Julia’s colorful take on it is to die for! I just love the Gelli printing and metallic accents she’s added don’t you?

Head to Julia’s blog for a tutorial on how you too can Gelli print your Sizzix die cuts.

Pam Bray shares a clever Cube Card Project that transforms from 2D to 3D! If anyone remembers the Artist Trading Blocks this project is sure to strike a chord with you. Pam used the Block/Cube/Bank die from my Cherished collection to create this stunning card with gorgeous Authentique papers!

Check out Pam’s tutorial on how to create your own Collapsible Cube Card.

Diana Hetherington has a Trinket Box Creation sure to steal your heart! Diana’s project features Dies from Book Club Chapter 1 and 2 plus the Daisy embossing folder. I love the Metallic embossing on this project, but I especially love that it contains a gift and can be used for an artful display as well.

Visit Diana’s Blog for all the details on her Heartfelt Trinket Box.

Tracy Evans also shares a clever Trinket Box creation. This time Tracy has used the Trinket Box to create a lovely shaker style Journal Book! I just adore the shaker insert on the inside panel and of course the metallic embossing.

Don’t miss Tracy’s tutorial on how she created this Trinket Box Booklet.

Hope you’ve enjoyed this weeks round of Best Loved Eileen Hull Die Projects. Stay tuned for more inspiring ideas coming up!

You can shop for Eileen Hull dies used in these projects HERE.

Eileen

Eileen Hull Die Favorites Projects and Tutorials

8 Feb

Hello everyone! This month the Inspiration Team is sharing projects and tutorials using their Eileen Hull Die Favorites! Over the years I’ve put out quite a few collections and it’s always cool to see different dies used in unique new ways. All month long you’ll find creative ways to use your Eileen Hull dies and maybe even find a NEW favorite.

Eileen Hull Die Favorites Projects and Tutorials

Tracy Evans shares a marvelous mixed-media Valentine card creation using the front piece of the Trinket Box! Tracy sure knows how to layer for BIG impact! Her cards and creations are always done with expert precision.

Head to Tracy’s Blog and fall head over heels for her Mixed-Media Valentine techniques!

Pam Bray shares a Flower Pocket project perfect for sharing treats and love notes for your sweetie this Valentine’s day! Pam’s Flower Pocket Treat holder features new Thinlits Dies from Book Club Chapter 2 and Love Struck Papers from Authentique! I just love the vintage vibe of these papers don’t you?

Visit Pam’s Blog for all the details on how to create your own Valentine’s Day Flower Pocket Treat Holder!

Tonya Trantham keeps the V-day love going with a gorgeous Valentine’s Day Card project. Tonya used a slew of Eileen Hull dies from past and present collections like Paper Flower Party and Book Club!

Check out Tonya’s blog to learn more about her recipe for Love cards and maybe even create your own custom mix!

Jenny Marples uses the Trinket Box die to create a stunning Floral Valentine’s Day treat box! This project is so sweet inside and out and the fact that it’s handmade makes it even sweeter!

No need to head to a specialty store for the perfect gift box. Head to Jenny’s Blog for all the details and get your craft on!

Last but certainly not least, Julia Aston shares an AMAZING Adirondack Chair creation. The Adirondack Chair is and oldie but a goodie from my Vintage Travel Sizzix Collection. I just love Julia’s use of the die and that fine gentleman sitting so prim and proper is the perfect touch. Don’t even get me started on the furry friend in the background!

Sit a spell over at Julia’s Blog and learn how she created this adorable Adirondack Chair. You won’t want to miss her creative idea for covering the die cut pieces.

Hope you’ve enjoyed these Eileen Hull Die Favorites projects. Do you have a favorite Eileen Hull Die? Be sure to share your creations on my Facebook Page or join The Eileen Hull Fanclub.

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

Stay tuned for more Eileen Hull Die Favorites Projects and Tutorials!

Eileen

Introducing Book Club Sizzix Collection Chapter Two

1 Feb

Hey everyone! Now that Creativation is over I finally can spill the beans about my new Book Club Sizzix Collection Chapter Two! My new collection works with the original Book Club Collection and includes a fan favorite Wrap Journal, Journal Cards, and more! The new collection won’t be released until June but the Inspiration Team just couldn’t wait to share their Book Club 2 samples and neither could I! Check out the amazing creations the team has for you and stay tuned at the end of this post for my Facebook Live Episode showcasing all of the new dies in Book Club Chapter 2.

Book Club Sizzix Collection Chapter Two

Maggi Harding shares a Valentine’s Day Card project filled with new Book Club Chapter Two dies and lots of lovely surprises! There’s even more loveliness inside this card with pull out file folders for photos and such, plus journaling cards and a gift card holder!

Visit Maggi’s blog for a detailed look at her Book Club 2 Valentine’s Day card.

Karen Bearse shares a fabulous fabric wrap Journal creation. This project was a fan favorite in my booth at Creativation. Karen’s colorful design and use of fabric make this project extra special!

Check out Karen’s Blog for more details and a peek at some of the good times we had at the show!

Pam Bray shares a collection of Cards created using Book Club Chapter 2 dies and Fairy Dreams Collection from Graphic 45! This is Pam’s third Book Club creation using these pretty papers.

Wait till you see Pam’s trifecta of Book Club Creations sure to make any Fairy lovers dreams come true!

Tonya Trantham has a Beachy keen project to share featuring loads of Book Club dies. Tonya’s Beach Disc Junk Journal is filled with mementos and moments from a trip to Florida. From coasters to business cards and more Tonya has everything she needs to keep her fond memories at an arms reach.

Take a trip to Tonya’s blog for a look inside this fantastic Junk Journal and helpful tips and tricks to create your own!

Anna-Karin Evaldsson shares a wildly creative take on the Card Box Storage die! AK has combined several Card Boxes to create the perfect storage solution for her vintage Pixi Book Collection. Inking, stamping, and stenciling goes wild to provide an eye catching outside while keeping her prize collection safe and sound.

Take a walk on the wild side for a full tutorial over at Anna Karin’s Blog.

Lisa Hoel shares a collection of Wrap Journal projects you are sure to go ga-ga for! I have selected my absolute fave. How adorable is this game themed journal? The addition of the Trivial Pursuit pie wheel, monopoly hotel, dice and bingo chips are the icing on the cake… just wait till you see the inside!

Get your journal game on over at Lisa’s Blog where you’ll be treated to several more wrap journal ideas.

Susie Bentz shares a fun Winter Wrap Journal creation perfect for recording small moments and memories with the Journal Card die. This project features photos of winter fun all wrapped up with a snowflake enclosure!

Get your snow boots on and check out Susie’s blog for more winter fun and Wrap Journaling tips.

Jenny Marples shares an absolutely exquisite Wrap Journal Project. This journal is a work of art covered in fabric, fibers, paper and embossing! That’s just the cover! Jenny is saving the inside for a later date. You won’t believe your eyes when you see the inside.

Visit Jenny’s blog for fun photos of our trip to Creativation and more details on her gorgeous journal.

Julia Aston has a floral cutout Wrap Journal all tied up with a big beautiful bow! Julia’s idea for this wrap journal is quite clever indeed…inside she’s included plain white pages for Zentangle! What a perfect place to doodle on the go!

Get your Zentangle on over at Julia’s Blog and have a look inside this clever wrap journal creation.

Hope you’ve enjoyed this little sneak peek of my Book Club Sizzix Collection Chapter Two. The Book Club 2 dies won’t be available till June but fear not you can grab your Book Club original dies HERE so you’ll be ready to go once the next chapter is released!

Want to see ALL of the Book Club Chapter Two dies and samples from Creativation? Watch my Facebook Live video Below…

Eileen