We are wrapping up a month of Sizzix project tutorials highlighting the designers’ fabulous makes from the Chapter 1 Release Party. We hope you’ve been inspired and are having your own creative fun with Eileen’s new dies. Here’s Eileen’s recap of them in case you’re out of the loop:
“Introducing the Chapter 1, 2023 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection!
Let’s start with the ScoreBoards Frame Pocket Journal – this is a Bigz Plus die so you will need a 9” cutting machine. The Journal measures 4 1/2” x 6 1/2” x 1 1/4” with an adjustable spine. What makes this die special are the additional pieces on the die, a pocket to hold ephemera, a frame and flap! These extra pieces may be used in many of my other journals or they can be used independently. The die may also be configured in a few different ways so watch the blog and Facebook live shows for ideas.
There are two Thinlits sets that coordinate with the Journal. You asked for a new alphabet – you got it – and I added numbers too! The Tile Alphanumeric is very versatile because you can use both the positive and negative shapes. Each letter is perforated which makes it easy to create and line up words.
The other Thinlits set is the Library Pocket, ATC Card and Tab Die Set – a journal essential! Use the ATC card die to knock out a bunch of Artist Trading Card bases and add the library pocket to package it up to swap. The Tab die is perfect to add to the Journal pages or on the ATC.
and a NEW 3-D Embossing Folder!
The last item is a 3D embossing folder called Tablecloth which was inspired by a crocheted cotton piece from my Mom. This adds beautiful texture and dimension to card backgrounds, book pages or tags!”
The new dies:
Chapter 1 Sizzix Project Tutorials…
Designer Lisa Hoel has two posts for us this week detailing her Forest Junk Journal and mixed media card. The Frame Pocket Journal is another great addition to Eileen’s journal die collection and can be configured in different ways. This one is packed full of nature goodness!
When she needed a quick thank you card, Maggi Harding turned to the Tile Alphanumeric and Library Pocket, ATC Card & Tabs Dies. With the addition of gorgeous patterned paper, she turned out a beautiful creation in no time flat. Find the details in her post!
Madeline Arendt configured her Frame Pocket Journal in an unusual and creative way. What did she do inside of it? You will have to pay her blog a visit to find out! I think you will be inspired by her out of the box thinking.
Get out your sewing machine! Elizabeth Robinson created a stunning fabric journal and you’ll be inspired to get stitching I’m betting. She cut all the base parts out of heavy canvas and the Frame Pocket Journal die cut through with ease. Find the details on her blog.
Binding technique alert…
Jennie Atkinson has prepared an extensive video tutorial on how to bind your journals like a “real book”. I can’t wait to go watch it for myself. Don’t miss the chance to learn a new way to make journals/notebooks with the dies. Find more details on Jennie’s blog.
Come and visit us next week for a new month and a new theme!
If you missed the the Release Party and Blog Hop I highly recommend going back to take a look! Other posts from the month can be found here and here.
Get connected with Eileen:
New on the Sizzix Website – the Eileen Hull Hub! Besides inspiration, you will also find die assembly videos and exclusive content. Check it out today and watch it grow!
Are you a member of the Eileen Hull Fan Club? Join the 7200 other members to share ideas, inspiration, sources, challenges and make some fabulous friends. Above all, make sure to answer the questions so we know you are legit! Watch her Facebook Lives at Eileen Hull Designs on Tuesdays at 6:00 Eastern and Thursdays at 4:00 to for project ideas, techniques, inspiration and creative community. Additionally, you can also find Eileen on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.
If you missed Eileen’s Live from Tuesday, 1/24 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. Eileen works on making some Valentine ATCs. (We are having a swap in the Fan Club!) You can watch that here. ALSO, on Eileen’s Thursday Live, special guest Jenny Marples shows us how to create her Expanding File Folder made using the Frame Pocket Journal Die. Check it out here!
