Eileen Hull

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Making Journal Fodder – Build a Stash!

Making journal fodder (all those fun bits for layering and tucking into a journal project) is our theme for June and we’re having a blast with it! Just sitting and making bits and pieces to build a stash is lots of fun. No need to have a specific project in mind. Go for it and they are sure to come in handy for future projects.

Maggi Harding created a whole pile of a variety of different fodder bits. Making fodder is a great way to use up leftover scraps from other projects too. Pay her blog a visit to see all the details.

Maggi Harding for Eileen Hull - Making Journal Fodder using your Eileen Hull Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory
I spy elements made with the Mini Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Sets!

Designer Jennie Atkinson has a video tutorial showing you how to make these fab mini flapped pocket books that can be inserted into any of your journal projects. Love it! Don’t miss it!

Jennie Atkinson for Eileen Hull - Making Journal Fodder using your Eileen Hull Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Have you thought about using paint chips in your projects? Susie Bentz did! So clever, check it out. She utilized the Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows and Library Pocket, ATC Card & Tabs Die Sets to create some fab fodder pieces!

Susie Bentz for Eileen Hull - Making Journal Fodder using your Eileen Hull Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Next week – more making journal fodder!

Did you see the Diecut Mania round up video for May?

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 7700 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.

Eileen is busy at Sizzix HQ in California so no lives this week. If you missed Eileen’s Live from Thursday, 6/8 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. It’s making ephemera with dies Part 2 to use as journal fodder. Check it out here.

June Journal Fodder with Eileen Hull Sizzix Dies

Well, here we find ourselves in a new month and that means a new theme for June! Journal Fodder is our subject for creative contemplation this time around. Envelopes, mini books, tags, tickets, ephemera… think about all the bits and pieces that can be incorporated into a larger journal project. Create a stash so they are at the ready when you dive into a full fledged make!

Pam Bray kicks us off right with a wonderful little organizer to hold all those ephemera bits as you are building your stash. The box perfectly holds a set of envelopes made with the Journaling Card, Envelope & Window Thinlits Die Set. See the tutorial on her blog and learn to make your own!

Pam Bray for Eileen Hull - June Journal Fodder using your Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Designer Sarah Lizzie pre-made journal page inserts to fit a Skinny Mini Journal so they would be ready to go. Great idea for June journal fodder! Find all the details on Sarah Lizzie’s blog.

Sarah Lizzie for Eileen Hull - June Journal Fodder using your Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Creating a whole pile of journal fodder goodness, Karen Bearse also utilized the Journaling Card, Envelope & Window Thinlits Die Set plus the Mini-Slimeline & Tickets Set. Love them! Check out all the how-to in Karen’s post.

Karen Bearse for Eileen Hull - June Journal Fodder using your Sizzix dies #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Extra project…

Here’s a little extra project for your inspiration from Lisa Hoel. She created a trip notebook using the Skinny Mini Book Box Die for the cover. More details and photos on her blog!

#eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

More June Journal Fodder next week!

Did you see the wrap up post for May? If not, you can find it 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 7700 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, 6/6 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. Eileen makes journaling cards, a waterfall and tags to use as journal fodder. Check it out here.

Wrapping Up Chapter 2 Inspiration

April has been a month full of creativity centered around Eileen Hull’s newest Sizzix dies! We are wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration this week but don’t despair, next month will bring a new theme and even more crafty goodness.

If you missed the new Chapter 2 dies Release Party be sure to watch it on replay. Here is what Eileen has to say about her new dies,

“Introducing the Chapter 2, 2023 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection! You will love this set of dies! It is so versatile and works side by side your other journal dies and may be combined in endless combinations. There are three dies in the set: the Card Case, Mini-Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows. Buy all three dies from my etsy store and get FREE SHIPPING on your order in the US PLUS save an additional $10! Cost to buy dies individually is $122 – buy the bundle and pay only $112. Outside US, I will deduct $10 from shipping.

The new dies:

So many possibilities!

2023 Chapter 2 Release Die Descriptions:

The Card Case is a Bigz XL ScoreBoards die. This die is specially designed to cut and score thick material up to 1/16″ like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric so your finished project is nice and sturdy. The finished Card Case die measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and has an adjustable spine that goes from 1/2″ to 2 1/2″. This is the perfect size journal to hold your 3″ x 4″ journaling cards, as well as other small items like wallet photos, ATCs and ephemera. There is a swing out flap on each side where you can add pockets or small insert books- you decide what combination you want to do. Make the spine thick or thin – your choice!

The Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set has 6 pieces – an envelope, 3″ x 4″ Journaling Card, three window cutouts (use with envelope to remove and back with glassine like a window envelope) and a tab. The Envelope measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and fits perfectly inside the Journal! Or use it by itself and add your favorite ephemera pieces.

The Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die design is similar to the Snail Mail die, which was very popular for creating faux postage stamps. There are four dies in the set – one is the size of a mini slimline card and one is a mat that may be placed behind the perforated piece. The other two pieces are a row of tickets and mat that goes behind that. When you fold over each perforated piece and tear it, it creates individual faux postage stamps and tickets! Die cut the piece from patterned paper for an amazing background – just add a sentiment and let the paper do the work.

Wrapping up Chapter 2 – Tutorials from the designers…

We have a full line up for you this week! Pam Bray kicks us off with this fabulous shabby chic Card Case box she made. Lots of great details and texture in this project. Find all the details on her blog.

Pam Bray for Eileen Hull - wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Next we have another Card Case Die project created by Lisa Hoel. Housed inside the bold exterior you will find a mini notebook and an accordion album. See more details over on Lisa’s post.

Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Using the Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die Set, Maggi Harding created more wonderful cards to share with us. This die set is proving to be quite popular with us all! Pay her blog a visit to see more…

Maggi Harding for Eileen Hull - wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Still not done wrapping up Chapter 2, keep going!

You can always trust Madeline Arendt to use Eileen’s dies to make a beautiful banner. She did not disappoint with this release either! Visit her blog to see how she used the Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set to pull it off.

Madeline Arendt for Eileen Hull - wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Designer Elizabeth Robinson shows you how to make a lovely vintage styled notecase filled with journaling cards. She combines pretty patterned paper and fabric elements to great effect. Check it out on her blog!

Elizabeth Robinson for Eileen Hull - wrapping up Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Lastly, Sue Eldred has a bonus Card Caddy Die project to share with us as well. She made a darling caddy to hold stationery. Wouldn’t this make a great gift? Find all the how to on her blog.

Sue Eldred for Eileen Hull - Card Caddy inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Wrapping up Chapter 2 – the roundup video…

New May theme next week! Stay tuned…

Find the live Sizzix Chapter 2 Release Party on Eileen’s YouTube channel or her FaceBook page! It was a blast and you can watch the REPLAY here. Don’t miss the Blog Hop from the beginning of the month either!

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 7400 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 Thursday, 4/27 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. She has designer Maggi Harding on as a guest! Check it out here.

Chapter 2 Inspiration with Eileen Hull Dies

It’s time for more Chapter 2 inspiration with Eileen’s newest Sizzix dies! Eileen’s designers have closer looks ready for your viewing pleasure. If you missed the new Chapter 2 dies Release Party be sure to watch it on replay. Here is what Eileen has to say about her new dies,

“Introducing the Chapter 2, 2023 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection! You will love this set of dies! It is so versatile and works side by side your other journal dies and may be combined in endless combinations. There are three dies in the set: the Card Case, Mini-Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows. Buy all three dies from my etsy store and get FREE SHIPPING on your order in the US PLUS save an additional $10! Cost to buy dies individually is $122 – buy the bundle and pay only $112. Outside US, I will deduct $10 from shipping.

The new dies:

So many possibilities!

2023 Chapter 2 Release Die Descriptions:

The Card Case is a Bigz XL ScoreBoards die. This die is specially designed to cut and score thick material up to 1/16″ like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric so your finished project is nice and sturdy. The finished Card Case die measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and has an adjustable spine that goes from 1/2″ to 2 1/2″. This is the perfect size journal to hold your 3″ x 4″ journaling cards, as well as other small items like wallet photos, ATCs and ephemera. There is a swing out flap on each side where you can add pockets or small insert books- you decide what combination you want to do. Make the spine thick or thin – your choice!

The Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set has 6 pieces – an envelope, 3″ x 4″ Journaling Card, three window cutouts (use with envelope to remove and back with glassine like a window envelope) and a tab. The Envelope measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and fits perfectly inside the Journal! Or use it by itself and add your favorite ephemera pieces.

The Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die design is similar to the Snail Mail die, which was very popular for creating faux postage stamps. There are four dies in the set – one is the size of a mini slimline card and one is a mat that may be placed behind the perforated piece. The other two pieces are a row of tickets and mat that goes behind that. When you fold over each perforated piece and tear it, it creates individual faux postage stamps and tickets! Die cut the piece from patterned paper for an amazing background – just add a sentiment and let the paper do the work.

Chapter 2 Inspiration – Tutorials from the designers…

We have a ton of projects to see this week! First up is Maggi Harding, with a trio of fab cards made using the Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set. Eileen’s dies are great for cards and scrapbook layouts, not just journals and other 3-D projects!

Maggi Harding for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Jenny Marples provides a closer look and how-to for her wonderful mixed media art journal made with the Card Case Die. You will not want to miss all the awesome details so pay her post a visit!

Jenny Marples for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

More Chapter 2 inspiration ahead…

We have another card to share from Tonya Trantham. She always has such a pretty shabby chic style! On this card she used the new Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die and the Tablecloth 3D Embossing Folder as the background. Find the details on her blog.

Tonya Trantham for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Check out the tutorial on Susie Bentz’s blog for her striking Bauhaus styled Card Case project. I love those bold colors! the inside holds various pull outs and pockets. You’re sure to find some inspiration.

Susie Bentz for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

Designer Elizabeth Robinson is sharing a more detailed look at her beautiful botanical journal. So pretty! It’s full of delightful details and ideas to use in your own projects so go take a look.

Elizabeth Robinson for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 inspiration from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

More inspiration with the new Chapter 2 dies next week!

Find the live Sizzix Chapter 2 Release Party on Eileen’s YouTube channel or her FaceBook page! It was a blast and you can watch the REPLAY here. Don’t miss the Blog Hop from the beginning of the month either!

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 7400 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, 4/18 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. She shares how to make watercolor flowers you can use on a variety of projects. Check it out here.

New Chapter 2 Dies From Eileen Hull

Did you see the new Chapter 2 dies Release Party last week? There were so many projects to share it was inspiration overload! Eileen’s Teams are now writing up the tutorials for their makes and you’re in for a treat. Here is what Eileen has to say about her new dies,

“Introducing the Chapter 2, 2023 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection! You will love this set of dies! It is so versatile and works side by side your other journal dies and may be combined in endless combinations. There are three dies in the set: the Card Case, Mini-Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows. Buy all three dies from my etsy store and get FREE SHIPPING on your order in the US PLUS save an additional $10! Cost to buy dies individually is $122 – buy the bundle and pay only $112. Outside US, I will deduct $10 from shipping.

The new dies:

So many possibilities!

2023 Chapter 2 Release Die Descriptions:

The Card Case is a Bigz XL ScoreBoards die. This die is specially designed to cut and score thick material up to 1/16″ like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric so your finished project is nice and sturdy. The finished Card Case die measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and has an adjustable spine that goes from 1/2″ to 2 1/2″. This is the perfect size journal to hold your 3″ x 4″ journaling cards, as well as other small items like wallet photos, ATCs and ephemera. There is a swing out flap on each side where you can add pockets or small insert books- you decide what combination you want to do. Make the spine thick or thin – your choice!

The Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set has 6 pieces – an envelope, 3″ x 4″ Journaling Card, three window cutouts (use with envelope to remove and back with glassine like a window envelope) and a tab. The Envelope measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and fits perfectly inside the Journal! Or use it by itself and add your favorite ephemera pieces.

The Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die design is similar to the Snail Mail die, which was very popular for creating faux postage stamps. There are four dies in the set – one is the size of a mini slimline card and one is a mat that may be placed behind the perforated piece. The other two pieces are a row of tickets and mat that goes behind that. When you fold over each perforated piece and tear it, it creates individual faux postage stamps and tickets! Die cut the piece from patterned paper for an amazing background – just add a sentiment and let the paper do the work.

New Chapter 2 Dies – Tutorials from the designers…

Maggi Harding created a lovely Card Case project and used envelopes made with the Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set as pages. Great idea! Find Maggi’s instructions in her blog post.

Maggi Harding for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory
Maggi Harding for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory
Envelope pages!

Designer Jennie Atkinson made a beautiful mini lapbook journal using the Card Case Die. It is full of lovely details! Jennie has walk through and tutorial videos linked up in her blog post so don’t miss those.

Jennie Atkinson for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory
Jennie Atkinson for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

One more for this week…

It’s colorful mixed media time with Lisa Hoel’s project! The Card Case album holds tags all the colors of the rainbow. Find many more photos and the how-to on Lisa’s blog.

Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory
Lisa Hoel for Eileen Hull - new Chapter 2 dies from Sizzix! #eileenhull #teameileen #sizzix #mysizzixstory

More inspiration with the new Chapter 2 dies next week!

Find the live Sizzix Chapter 2 Release Party on Eileen’s YouTube channel or her FaceBook page! It was a blast and you can watch the REPLAY here. Don’t miss the Blog Hop either!

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 7400 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, 4/11 you can watch the replay on both her YouTube channel and in FaceBook. She makes fun faux postage stamps using her new Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die. Check it out here.

2023 – Chapter 2 Release with Sizzix & Eileen Hull

Welcome to the Sizzix 2023 Chapter 2 Release Party of Eileen Hull’s newest dies. We are celebrating with a Live party and this Blog Hop! Eileen’s Teams have been hard at work creating with Eileen’s new products and have quite a lineup of inspiration for you. Here is what Eileen has to say,

“Introducing the Chapter 2, 2023 Eileen Hull/Sizzix collection! You will love this set of dies! It is so versatile and works side by side your other journal dies and may be combined in endless combinations. There are three dies in the set: the Card Case, Mini-Slimline & Tickets and Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows. Buy all three dies from my etsy store and get FREE SHIPPING on your order in the US PLUS save an additional $10! Cost to buy dies individually is $122 – buy the bundle and pay only $112. Outside US, I will deduct $10 from shipping.

2023 Chapter 2 Release Die Descriptions:

The Card Case is a Bigz XL ScoreBoards die. This die is specially designed to cut and score thick material up to 1/16″ like matboard, chipboard, leather, felt and fabric so your finished project is nice and sturdy. The finished Card Case die measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and has an adjustable spine that goes from 1/2″ to 2 1/2″. This is the perfect size journal to hold your 3″ x 4″ journaling cards, as well as other small items like wallet photos, ATCs and ephemera. There is a swing out flap on each side where you can add pockets or small insert books- you decide what combination you want to do. Make the spine thick or thin – your choice!

The Journaling Card, Envelope & Windows Die Set has 6 pieces – an envelope, 3″ x 4″ Journaling Card, three window cutouts (use with envelope to remove and back with glassine like a window envelope) and a tab. The Envelope measures 4 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ and fits perfectly inside the Journal! Or use it by itself and add your favorite ephemera pieces.

The Mini-Slimline & Tickets Die design is similar to the Snail Mail die, which was very popular for creating faux postage stamps. There are four dies in the set – one is the size of a mini slimline card and one is a mat that may be placed behind the perforated piece. The other two pieces are a row of tickets and mat that goes behind that. When you fold over each perforated piece and tear it, it creates individual faux postage stamps and tickets! Die cut the piece from patterned paper for an amazing background – just add a sentiment and let the paper do the work.

The new dies:

So many possibilities!

The team has been busy creating lots of samples so please make sure to read the blog and be watching social media to see their makes! There’s a giveaway too! Comment in the Facebook and YouTube streams and tell us which of Eileen’s other dies would work well with this collection. You have until April 10th to post your comments.

LIST OF HOP STOPS:

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Pam Bray
Jennie Atkinson
Sarah Lizzie
Lisa Hoel
Susie Bentz
Tonya Trantham
Jenny Marples
Maggi Harding
Karen Bearse
Sue Eldred
Sharon Curtis
Teresita Arvelo
Madeline Arendt
Cheryl Bodkin-Waters

Don’t miss the 2023 Chapter 2 Release Party on Monday, April 3rd at 12pm EST!

Find the live Sizzix Chapter 2 Release Party on Eileen’s YouTube channel or her FaceBook page! It will be streaming concurrently on both platforms. Eileen will be joined by several of the designers from her Teams so it will be a fun time! UPDATE: Watch the REPLAY here.

Watch my YouTube channel to see die assembly and project ideas! I also do two livestreams each week on Facebook and YouTube – sharing more ideas on how to to use these dies in lots of different ways. You are invited to join our creative community Facebook group, the Eileen Hull Fan Club, where we have special events and exclusive content. Follow me on Instagram at @eileenhull!