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weaver stencils are extremely versatile and pairing them with Core'dinations paper is just one of the many ways to achieve a different look. For this card I dry embossed the stocking stencil (LL 499) twice using my Sizzix Big Kick, once with Core'dinations red paper and once again with green. Both papers were sanded to allow the white paper core to show through. The stocking top was cut out of the green paper and adhered to the red with pop dots. Brads were added to the fringe and a stocking "hanger" was cut from a strip of green paper and adhered to the edge.
I've had a piece of copper craft metal in my stash for some time just waiting for the perfect stencil, and what a "joy" it was to use it for this Christmas card. I embossed the metal using my Big Kick, and trimmed the edges. Then using Copic markers, I colored the raised design to give it added dimension. Before adhering the metal to the card, I applied white matte embossing paste to the back. This preserves the image as it goes through the mail. You can find the stencil (LL328) here.Edit: Applying embossing paste to the back of the dry embossed image is necessary only if you're using craft metal. The paste provides support for the raised image and keeps it from becoming damaged. Dry embossed paper holds up beautifully when sent through the mail and pasting the back is not necessary. Hope this clarifies my earlier post.
Many times, but especially around the holidays, I've needed a quick gift wrap or tag and wished I had something made and ready to go. Now there's no excuse because, again, Dreamweaver Stencils have come to the rescue! I love the candy cane (LL555) and am getting a lot of use out of it as a bottle hanger, gift bag and tag. In each case, I used glossy red embossing paste. For the bottle hanger, I applied translucent glitter while the paste was still wet. For the tag, I pasted only the bow. Now I just need to make more!
I hope you've enjoyed your visit. As reminder, please be sure to leave a comment below with your favorite stencil, paste and Mettalic F/X color to be included in the drawing. If you haven't already done so, visit the Dreamweaver blog, Dream it Up! and leave a comment there for another chance to win. Then, hop on over to Louise's blog, Artfully Articulate, to see her work and leave your comment there.
Unbelievable...every blogsite on this hop has something unique and your's is no exception Liz....FANTASTIC ideas! Thanks for being on the Dream Team!
ReplyDeleteOoohhh, LOVE the look of the stencils with the Coredinations, and that embossing on metal is utterly FABULOUS!! Thanks for the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects Liz!!! I especially am fond of the gift bags!! I hope you have a super day!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW Liz I love the stocking and the joy on the copper I can't believe that we have all done so many different techniques. I love the dry embossing with the coordinations it's really beautiful. Let's have a play date soon.
ReplyDeleteLiz, your stocking with the Coredinations paper is great. I tried it and didn't like the outcome. I'll have to try it again. Also love the quick gift tip! Good job!
ReplyDeleteI love using Coordinations with stencils, but had NEVER thought of using 2 different colors and putting them together. So simple--so brilliant and SO elelgant. Great job!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! I love the stocking card.
ReplyDeleteGreat designs! I love all the info you shared as well. I haven't tried running metal through the Big shot before...have to try that!
ReplyDeleteJust darling stockings! Now I'm in the Christmas spirit! My favorite stencil would be LJ849 Bare Trees, Silver paste and Moonstone FX04. I will be using them on Christmas cards. Thanks for the ideas.
ReplyDeleteBoy, Liz!!! Truly marvelous inspirations!!! No wonder you're a Dream Team Member!!!
ReplyDeleteMy choice of prizes would be Ivy GardenF/X or Cocoa F/X. Thanks for all the new ideas!!
Well done! The candy cane is another of my favorites! Of course, I think I say that about pretty much all the Dreamweaver stencils! The stocking turned out so cute too!
ReplyDeleteLiz, I never knew you could color on copper metal with Copics. This opens up a whole new world of stenciling possibilities. I love your work, especially the joy card. I like the Black-eyed Susan stencil and the Branch and Berries, glossy red paste, and Pink Poppy metallic F/X.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! I love my "Joy" stencil, and have used it a number of times. I'm really liking the candy cane one you used, especially since you can use the lovely bow separately - so I'm going to pick that as a stencil I'd love to have - LL555. I'd love to have the Glossy White paste and FX Moonstone to go with it!
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ReplyDeleteLove the cards, bottle holder and bag. What great ideas. If I were to win here are my choices: LJ904 Large Sleigh, Glossy Black Paste & Metallic FX05 Gold Finch. I would use this stencil for Christmas, Season's Greetings or Winter Greetings. Thanks for another opportunity for fun and to possibly win. Linda E.
What a great, and quick, idea to have gifts available for the holidays. I love the bottle hanger and will make some of those to have ready for those unexpected visits. My choices to receive, if selected, are LJ 900, Branch and Berries, glossy black paste and Moonstone F/X. I would use the berries branch to make Christmas cards and also use a part of it on a few of the bottle hangers also. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove the Joy card with the embossed copper. I have a roll of aluminum that I've been wondering what to do with and I think you just provided an excellent idea.
ReplyDeleteMy choices for the blog candy would be: LJ 844 Dragon, gold embossing paste & FX15 Kimono Red. They'd be perfect for Chinese New Years cards!
Haven't used the metal sheets in awhile so this was a great reminder to bring out that material. Also, love what you did with the stocking...added a definite dimension ot it. LG663 Peace on Earth, pearlescent embossing paste, and FX07 Navajo Sky would be great to win as blog candy.
ReplyDeleteSheila
the red from the red embossing paste is now my new fave paste. great idea for the wind bottle. i also like the hibiscus flower stencil and kimono red fx
ReplyDeletegoogling "dreamweaver stencil" and "cuttlebug embossing" right now! My stack of coredinations paper is going to get smaller... :D
ReplyDeleteI am itching to use that snowflake background stencil with some pearlescent pastes and some blue/silver mica powders...
I like using the Co'ordination paper as well particularly the black magic and chocolate series with stencils. And I had never though of using the Glossy red embossing paste until I saw your samples, so that is on my favorites list now along with LG631 Floral background and the Gold dust F/X.
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea using the candycane for a tag. I would love to have the candy cane stencil, white matte embossing paste and blue/silver F/X
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip to use embossing paste on the back of a dry embossed stencil to preserve for mailing! Pretty projects! I like the sanded Core'dinations paper too. If I win I'd love to have the plum royale metallic f/x, the glossy red embossing paste and the LM250 Merry Christmas plate. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteExcellent job! My favorite has to be the Copper one - I love anything metal!
ReplyDeleteKim
Oh wow these are all great ideas for your stencils! I love that metal you've done, fantastic cards! My favorites right now are LG 644 Cherry Blossoms, Translucent paste, and Pixie Blush fx.
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