Spellbinders | Stitching Die of the Month | March 2024

Spellbinders March 2024 Stitching Die Club Kit is another winner! I thought February would be hard to beat, but “Stitched Read and Sip” is a real favorite. I love to read, drink hot tea and stitch so add in some florals and this kit is a keeper. I’ll also be incorporating the versatile elements into future products as well.

Stitched Read and Sip Handmade Card

I really enjoyed making this card! I was going to the beach and thought I’d like to stitch this card on our balcony while I listened to the waves. Before we left, I die cut my elements. When stitching, I like sturdy substantial bases, so I die cut the teacup and ornate book two times and then glued them together.

My Stitching Process:

• The kit has 17 dies and I started by cutting all my pieces.  I die cut the stitching elements twice and then glued them together for a sturdy substantial panel. This die cutting didn’t take long, but I think the extra effort was worth it. I recently purchased a Platinum 6 die cutting machine, and I have to say, I pull it out instead of my Gemini Junior. I wish I had bought one earlier.
• Spellbinders has a nice selection of stitching accessories in their shop that you can find HERE. I used DMC Gold Thread for this project.
• When I started stitching, I took two strands of floss, separated them one at a time, brought them together and then stroked and lengthened them until they seemed tame and ready to use.
• I like to use 1/8th inch double sided liner tape to attach my floss to the die cut.
• Remember to keep your floss taught as you stitch.
• When I move from one area to the next, I run the floss through the just finished stitched area to keep the thread secure. This gives a nice look on the finished project.
• Don’t stitch with threads that are too long or they are likely to knot. 
• When I was done, I added a bit of Bearly Glue to the ends so that they would stay in place.
• To finish my project I embossed white cardstock with the Tiny Dots Embossing Folder.
• I arranged my scene and added a chipboard “Friend” sentiment from Serenade of Autumn Chipboard Stickers. I love how substantial these sentiments are!

A Few Notes About Spellbinders Club Kits

• Clubs Preview on the 1st of each month.
• Club members can cancel, upgrade or change clubs from the 1st-5th of each month. Popular Clubs frequently sell out during this period so club members get first dibs on everything.
• NEW for 2024: Club Members get EARLY access to new releases on the 6th!
• On the 6th, Clubs become available to non-members.
• On the 27th, Club registration closes for the current month.
• If a club did not sell out, you can buy under “Shop Past Clubs”. Past kits are available on the 10th of the FOLLOWING month.

Helpful Links:

• Spellbinders Stitching Die of the Month
• Stitching Accessories
• Club Overview and Club Options
• Past Club Kits
• Spellbinders Shop

Thanks for stopping by!

Karen