Learn how to create a dimensional die-cut tote bag that doubles as a unique gift card holder. This beginner-friendly papercraft project is customizable, display-worthy, and perfect for any occasion.
Tag: Die cutting
Mixed Media Layering Made Simple: The 4 Layers I Use on Almost Every Project
Learn how to build beautiful mixed media card backgrounds using four simple layering techniques. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through stenciling, stamping, distressing, and splattering to create depth and cohesion in your handmade cards.
Best Cardmaking Kit Subscriptions (2026 Guide) | My Favorite Craft Kits
Discover the best cardmaking subscription kits for 2026 including Spellbinders and Hero Arts monthly clubs. This guide shares the kits I personally use, the value they offer, and why subscription craft kits are a great investment for cardmakers.
3 Easy Mixed Media Cards for Beginners | Line of Being Die
Explore three mixed media “lite” cards featuring the Line of Being die set. From hand-painted watercolor backgrounds to gel press prints, see how one dramatic focal point transforms three completely different artistic styles.
1 Die Set, 2 Moods: Coffee Shop Chalkboards & a Lemonade Easel Card
Looking for a die set you’ll use again and again? Today I’m sharing two very different looks using the Spellbinders Lemonade Stand Collection—a trio of dramatic black chalkboard thank-you cards with heat embossing, plus a bright, cheerful lemonade easel card that’s made to be displayed. Along the way, I’m sharing a reliable heat embossing tutorial, easel card tips, and ideas to help you get the most from this versatile die set.
The One Cardmaking Step That Saves Me the Most Time
Batch-making sentiment strips is one of the easiest ways to save time and elevate your cardmaking. In this post, I share my favorite Hero Arts sentiment stamps, tips for crisp heat embossing, and how I used premade sentiments on clean and modern sympathy cards featuring a partial inlay die-cutting technique.
How to Create Easy Mixed Media Tags for Beginners (Step-by-Step Tutorial + Video)
Video and How To Tutorial showing how to create a stunning mixed media art tag in 11 easy steps.
Tips and Tricks for Making Two Playful Die Cut Card Designs | Packed with Love
Create 2 cheerful, modern carda using Hero Arts Big Mouth Sardine Tin Dies and the Wide Stripe background stamp from the Packed with Love Collection. The playful school-of-fish design features colorful die cutting, simple layout tips, and easy dimension—perfect for quick cardmaking with big visual impact. The bright modern watercolor geometric valentine is an artistic beauty for anyone you love.
Handmade Winnie the Pooh Cards with Spellbinders Classic Pooh Baby Collection
I created three handmade cards using the newly released Spellbinders Classic Pooh Birthday Collection, including two baby girl shower cards and one rustic birthday card. Featuring the Hundred Acre Wood BetterPress Plate, watercolor details, mixed media techniques, and timeless Pooh charm, these projects show just how versatile this collection can be. From soft pink baby cards to an aged, masculine map design, there’s something for every Pooh fan.
Best of 2025: The Spellbinders Projects You Loved Most This Year
Looking back at 2025, I analyzed likes, saves, and comments across my blog and Instagram to uncover my four most popular Spellbinders projects of the year. From a heartfelt winter scene that took the top spot by a landslide to personalized playing cards, a beloved Pooh & Piglet moment, and a customizable felt gnome, these projects truly captured your hearts. Click through to revisit each one — with full tutorials, tips, and supply lists linked!