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Paper Leather and Ink Sheets Inspiration

16 Mar

Hey there everyone! We are back with more Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets inspiration. The Inspiration Team has some incredible projects to share with you this week that I just know will get your creative gears turning and your craft making mojo going! Check out these fantastic creations from the Inspiration Team!

In case you missed any of our previous posts you can learn more about Sizzix Paper Leather and Ink Sheets HERE. Want more project tutorials? You can find them HERE and HERE.

Paper Leather Projects

Lisa Hoel starts us off with a sensational Finding Atlantis Steampunk Journal created with Paper Leather and my Passport Book die! Lisa has discovered new ways to create with Sizzix Ink Sheets too. Did you know you can use them with stencils?

Visit Lisa’s blog for an under the sea creative adventure and swim through all the pages of her fantastic Steampunk journal!

Tonya Trantham shares a super creative Luggage Tag Shaker album! In addition to learning how to add a unique shaker effect to your projects you’ll also learn how to emboss with Sizzix Ink Sheets.

Hop on over to Tonya’s Blog for an Easter fun album tutorial.

Diana Hetherington has a wow worthy way to use my Passport Book Die with Paper Leather. This clever girl has created a colorful wallet all stitched up with signature Diana style!

Visit Diana’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to create your own Sizzix wallet in YOUR signature style!

How’s that for some creative inspiration? We don’t call them the “Inspiration Team” for kicks, these gals live up to their name week after week! If you’ve been inspired to create something that you’d like to share we invite you to add your link to the linky below for a chance to win the Make it a Party with Sizzix Book. You’ll find all kinds of ways to design your very own party supplies, gift packaging and more! Plus, you’ll also find never before seen projects from the Inspiration Team.

Stay tuned for more Paper Leather and Ink Sheets inspiration next week! Don’t forget to share your Art with Heart below.

Eileen

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Beth Watson and How to Build a Snowman Tutorial

12 Feb

It’s Friday and that means that we have company- it’s Beth Watson and How to Build a Snowman Tutorial! We are so happy to share this adorable project and hope that you visit Beth’s blog and take a look at more of her creative, whimsical and bright designs.

Beth is a long-time friend and has amazing skills (as you will see). One thing I really admire is her vast knowledge of crafting supplies- once she walks through CHA, she can tell you all of the new products, what they do, who makes them and all the colors they come in- she blows my mind! She is also very generous with her time- Beth was there till the bitter end when we had to take down the Paper Trail booth at CHA- are these good friends or what?

Karen Bearse, Beth Watson, Susie Bentz and Betsy Burnett- teamsters at heart!

And now… DO YOU WANT TO BUILD A SNOWMAN?

Winter is my favorite time of the year, so I created this bright and happy Snowman to decorate my mantel all winter long! I used ALL of my favorite Tombow USA products to accommodate the different surfaces and textures to make my Snowman really come to life! My Snowman was quick and easy to make, so I hope that you will make one, or maybe two – one to keep and one to give away!

Here’s What You Will Need:

Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue
Tombow Xtreme Adhesive
Tombow Xtreme Tabs
Tombow MONO Permanent Adhesive Runner
Tombow Dual Brush Pen – Black N15; 755, 493, and 933 from the Bright Set
Sizzix Big Shot;
Little Sizzles Mat Board – Black (1) and White (4);
Sizzix Scoreboards XL Blocks/Cubes 3D AND
Sizzix Scoreboards Block/Cube/Bank 3D Dies by Eileen Hull.
Makins Clay – White
Garnet and Lapis Glitter; Cotton Crocheted Lace – 3” wide by 12’ long; Scrap of Black Craft Foam – 2” by 2”; Buttons – 8 Mini and 5 Small; Ribbons in a variety of blues – six, 24” lengths; Decorative Chalk – Pink OR you can use Blush; Cotton Swab; Scissors; Pencil; Ruler; Rhinestone Snowflake.

Here’s How to Make It:

Apply lace to four sheets of mat board using Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, let dry.

Mold white air dry clay into a ¾” carrot shape, let dry at least 24 hours.

Die cut two sets of smallest size block from black mat board with die cutting machine. Pre-fold all scores. Color edges and folds with Tombow Dual Brush Pen Black N15. Attach block pieces (according to package directions) with Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive.

Die cut two sets of the medium, large and extra large size blocks from the lace covered mat board with die cutting machine. TIP: Make sure to place the lace side face down on the die, so the shapes are cut properly. Pre-fold all scores. Gently remove the first layer of the mat board and lace from all six tabs, so the blocks will assemble easily.

Attach medium, large and extra large block pieces (according to package directions) with Tombow Xtreme Permanent Adhesive. TIP: Spot glue any loose edges of lace with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue.

Remove the Heart and Flower die shapes from Scoreboards XL Blocks/Cubes 3D Die. Color front and sides of Heart with Tombow Dual Brush Pen Rubine Red 755, cover with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, then sprinkle on garnet glitter. Color front and sides of Flower with Tombow Dual Brush Pen Reflex Blue 493, cover with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue, then sprinkle on lapis glitter.

Once carrot nose is dry, color with Tombow Dual Brush Pen Orange 933. Apply “rosy cheeks” with cotton swab and pink chalk. Attach carrot nose, button eyes, button mouth and buttons to front of Snowman with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue.

Measure and cut checkered ribbon to fit around smallest block. Attach with Tombow MONO Permanent Adhesive Runner. Attach 2” by 2” craft foam to base of smallest block with Tombow MONO Multi Liquid Glue to create the Snowman’s top hat. Apply snowflake rhinestone to glittered flower, then attach to band of top hat with Tombow Xtreme Tabs. Apply glittered heart to left chest of Snowman with Tombow Xtreme Tabs.

Gather six different ribbons, knot in center and attach knot to back of Snowman’s head with Tombow Xtreme Tabs. Tie ribbons in a loose knot at the front right of the Snowman’s head, securing with Tombow Xtreme Tabs, then let the ribbons cascade. Trim any long ends of ribbons.

I love the texture that the lace gives to the Snowman, it’s so unique! I enjoy pushing the envelope to test the limits of what the Tombow USA products can do, and I am always pleasantly surprised that they perform so well! It is because all of the Tombow USA products are such high quality and so versatile, and I can no longer create without them!

Thank you for stopping by! -Beth

Many thanks to Beth for sharing this adorable project. She lives in Florida, so this is probably the closest she will come to REALLY building a snowman this year 🙂

Check back next week- another exciting guest is stopping by!

Eileen Hull Inspiration Team Favorite Projects of 2015

30 Dec

2015 is coming to an end and what a wonderful year it has been! In 2015 I’ve released three new Sizzix collections Vintage Kitchen, Vintage Travel and Stitchlits. I’ve traveled around the USA on the Paper Trail in my trusty vintage camper Scotty and I’m off to do it again as I’m leaving for CHA today with Scotty in tow! Out of all the great things that have happened in 2015 I wanted to celebrate one of the greatest things of all…my wonderful, talented, and oh so creative Inspiration Team! I can’t even begin to describe how hard it was to pick just ONE of each team members fabulous projects but here they are , my favorite Inspiration Team projects of 2015!

Tracy Evans truly outdid herself with this fantastic trio of Make it 3D projects featuring DecoArt Media. I still can’t get over the delightful framing over the eyes of the stamped images…WOW!

Visit Tracy’s Blog for a walk in a mixed-media wonderland where you’ll find this marvelous make it 3D trio and more of the lovely projects Tracy has created this year!

Shelly Hickox is no stranger to Wow factor projects and her Faux Galvanized Metal Canister project is no exception. With the use of my Vintage Kitchen Canisters Die and DecoArt Media projects Shelly performs the ultimate creative magic trick by turning paper into metal, or at least making it look that way.

Stop by Shelly’s Blog to see how to create your own faux galvanized metal projects with Sizzix and DecoArt Media!

My favorite project from Pam Bray had to be her magnificent Vintage Camper Carousel! There are just too many delightful details to count on this project! Each camper is adorned with gorgeous Graphic 45 papers and Pam’s signature style.

Take a creative carousel ride over at Pam’s Blog

Anne Redfern has Vintage Travel Train Case creation modeled after a real one! Can you believe this project was NOT made with patterned paper? Neither can I!

Pack your bags for Anne’s Blog to find out how she covered this gorgeous Train Case with creative goodness!

Lisa Hoel has a magical style that shines through in this Loaf Pan Leprechaun House! This delightful dwelling is a must have for those lucky, little, leprechaun.

Try your luck over at Lisa’s Blog for more lovely details on her Loaf Pan Leprechaun House.

Nicole Wright was a new addition to the Inspiration Team in 2015 and it feels like she’s been here all along! I’ve literally been blown away by Nicole’s projects so naturally I had to pick this fantastic Cookie Box Windmill as a personal favorite!

Stop by Nicole’s Blog for some wind in your creative sails and a closer look at her Cookie Box Windmill.

Anna-Karin Evaldsson is our resident master of mixed-media tutorials. Her step by step instructions can turn a novice into an experienced artist. My favorite tutorial project from Anna-Karin this year is this Vintage Travel inspired Tool Box and Accordion Book.

Camp out at Anna-Karin’s Blog for a full tutorial on how to achieve this look with DecoArt Media products and Sizzix.

Michelle Zerull has created so many great projects using her fun-loving style and I’ve adored every single one. This Stitchlits Flower Hair Pin project however, is her most adorable creation this year IMHO.

Learn how to create your own Stitchlits Flower Hair Pins at Michelle’s Blog

Donna Budzynski has another fabulous floral project that I just love! With the use of Stampendous stamps and expert coloring skills Donna has created an Artist Trading Block project just bursting with blooms, butterflies, and creative inspiration!

Flutter over to Donna’s Blog to see more creativity in bloom.

Tonya Trantham our newest Inspiration Team member has a beyond beautiful Cookie Box Snow Globe creation that makes me weak in the knees! How could I not invite Tonya to join our team after seeing this inspired creation?

Visit Tonya’s Blog for more lovely photos of her Cookie Box Snow Globe and other artistic delights!

Diana Hetherington is always on the cutting edge of creativity (no Sizzix pun intended) . With these wearable Art Patches created with Sizzix Stitchlits she can wear her creativity on her sleeve…literally!

See what’s stitching over at Diana’s Blog and learn how to create your own wearable art!

Rina Gonzales created this downright adorable DIY Mug wreath that makes me want to come on in for a cup of joe! Rina’s projects make it easy for anyone to tap into their crafty side and create a project that’s too cute to boot!

See what’s brewing over at Rina’s Blog and find out how to create this adorable mug wreath yourself!

Before we end 2015 I’d like to give a HUGE thank you to my wonderful and creative Inspiration Team who amazes me week after week with their stunning creations using my dies. I’d also like to thank you my dear readers for your kind comments, support, and for sharing YOUR creativity in our Art with Heart challenges, None of this would be possible without YOU! To our sponsors Stampendous, DecoArt, and Graphic 45 thank you so much for collaborating with us it’s been so wonderful to see all of the creative possibilities there are when products are combined!

I wish you all a happy, healthy New Year! Now I’m off to CHA…see you in 2016!

Eileen

Holiday Sizzix Projects

23 Dec

Hey everyone! The Holidays are almost here and the Inspiration Team is back again to spread some cheer with their Holiday Sizzix Projects. The team has been hard at work all month-long creating with their “Favorite Things” to inspire you. Let’s see what my little elves have been up to this week…

Michelle Zerull is getting her elf on with a delightful Cantilever Toy Box project! This piece is so colorful and fun. A true testament to Michelle’s creative style!

Stop by Michelle’s blog for a creative holiday treat and a closer look at her Cantilever Toy Box.

Lisa Hoel is sharing a Make it 3D project that will have you dashing through the snow on a one horse open sleigh! Lisa’s Holiday Spool Sleigh is full of creative Holiday details that will have you laughing all the way to your craft studio to create one yourself.

Take a sleigh ride over to Lisa’s blog to find out how she used my Make it 3D die to create this darling Holiday Spool Sleigh.

Our dear Lisa is no stranger to trimming tiny Christmas Trees. Check out this creative Christmas Tree Cookie Box project from last year. Oh Christmas tree OHHHHH Christmas Tree!!

Donna Budzynski has a Joyful Artist Trading Block tower to share with you. This project makes me want to rock around the Christmas tree singing “Joy to the World!”

Visit Donna’s blog for a creative tree lighting and a full tutorial on how to create your own Joy Artist Trading Block tower.

Diana Hetherington elevated “My Favorite Things” from a song to art!

Visit Diana’s post to see how she translated this song into a feast for our eyes from cream colored ponies to brown paper packages tied up with strings!

You can share your Favorite Things projects with us HERE for a chance to win a die from my new Sizzix Stitchlits collection. The Inspiration Team will be back next week sharing their favorite projects ever created using Eileen Hull dies.

Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday season!

Eileen

More Sizzix Favorite Things Projects

18 Dec

Hey everyone! The Inspiration Team is back again with more Sizzix “Favorite Things” projects to share with you. The Holiday Season is in full swing and this week’s projects will get you in the spirit for sure!

Lisa Hoel has created an Artist Trading Block Tower fit for a king! This beyond beautiful ATB Nativity captures the true spirit of Christmas don’t you think? Complete with a star on top this project makes me want to celebrate the reason for the season!

Follow the star to Lisa’s blog for more creative details on this meaningful ATB masterpiece.

Nicole Wright has a charming Candy Drawer ornament to share with you. What a fun way to create memorable ornaments for your tree!

Stop by Nicole’s blog for more ornamental details and check all of the ornaments she’s been creating in her 12 days of Christmas series!

Tonya Trantham has a lovely Holiday Train Case project just brimming with vintage goodness! Aptly titled “Finding the Perfect Tree” this project is filled with creativity and holiday spirit!

Visit Tonya’s Blog for a closer look at her holiday train case creation.

Pam Bray has a marvelous Merry Christmas Baby Sizzix Cookie Box Ornament for your enjoyment! This pretty project was created for the ultimate joyous occasion.

Visit Pam’s Blog for more holiday delights and find out who she created her Merry Christmas Baby Cookie Box ornament for!

Share your Favorite Things projects HERE for a chance to win a die from my new Sizzix Stitchlits collection.

Eileen

December Art with Heart Challenge Favorite Things

8 Dec

Hello friends! Tis’ the season for a new Art with Heart Challenge! This December the Inspiration Team will be sharing a few of their “Favorite Things” and we want you to play along! This month is essentially anything goes. Just share your favorite things whether it be a die, paint, ink, color or project. To get you started on your creative journey check out these amazing creations from the Inspiration Team…

Tracy Evans shares a magical and merry Mixed-Media project created with my new Sizzix stitchlits dies and old ATB favorites! I adore how Tracy has used DecoArt Media products with the Needle Book and ATB die, and how beautiful is her Christmas Angel?

Dash on over to Tracy’s Blog for more Merry Mixed-Media tips and tricks!

Shelly Hickox has a delightful project to record all of the things you’re thankful for! Shelly used my Train Case as a unique (and oh so chic) Gratitude Journal! What

Visit Shelly’s Blog for more on her Gratitude Journal Train Case…you’ll be thankful you did!

Pam Bray is sharing a holly jolly assortment of Graphic 45 Christmas Carol adorned tags! I just love how Pam has used dies from my Sizzix Stitchlits and Vintage Travel collections to create this marvelous assortment of Holiday tags!

A caroling you must go over to Pam’s Blog to get the details on how she used the Needle Book, Embroidery Hoop and Luggage Tag Sizzix dies to create her Holiday Tags!

Diana Hetherington has a rustic Holiday Gift Card Holder to share with you today. What a clever (and convenient) way to package gift cards using my Recipe Card box die from Vintage Kitchen!

Find out how to create your own Recipe Card Box Gift Card Holder at Diana’s Blog

Anne Redfern has worked wonders with my Sizzix Stitchlits Cantilever Sewing Box once again! With the use of DecoArt Media and Chalky Finish paints Anne has created one heck of a Holiday Gift Box, complete with a pretty poinsettia on top!

Stop by Anne’s blog for a tutorial that will have you decking the halls with Sizzix and DecoArt!

Anna-Karin Evaldsson has a very merry Vintage Christmas Needle Book Tutorial for you featuring many dies from my Sizzix Stitchlits collection. If this Holiday project doesn’t get you in the spirit…

Dash through the snow to Anna-Karin’s blog for a breathtaking Vintage Christmas Needle Book tutorial.

Now it’s your turn to share your “Favorite Things” in our final Art with Heart Challenge of 2015! Link your projects below and stay tuned next week for more inspiring creations from the Inspiration Team.

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