Hi All,
Today’s card is mostly about die-cutting. I have this Spiral Flower from Simon Says Stamp, which I cut multiple times. I used these flowers to fill an open area backed with dark cardstock. It’s very quick to make – I think the whole card took me 15 minutes.
Here is a close-up of the die-cuts:
Enjoy the video and have a wonderful weekend!!
Card Measurements:
| Element | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| White panel cuts | 2 in from bottom, 1 1/4 in from top | 5.1 cm from bottom, 3.1 cm from top |
| Card base | 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches | 10.8 x 14 cm |
Supplies:
 Spiral Flower Die |
 Stitched Edges EH|SSS |
 Squeezed Lemonade EH|SSS |
 Tumbled Glass EH|SSS |
 Night of Navy Ink |
 Night of Navy Cardstock |
 Neenah Cardstock EH|SSS |
 Mini MISTI |
 Sizzix Big Shot S.COM|JOA |
 Masking Tape Roll EH|SSS |
 Glue Pen |
 Scotch Foam Tape |
 ATG Tape Runner EH|SSS |
Connie
That’s a really sophisticated looking card. I like it. Have you ever used X-Press It double-sided adhesive sheets for die cutting your sentiments? I’ve been told it is very helpful but I’ve never bothered to use it yet. I’m seriously considering buying some though.
Andrea
Connie, I’ve never used the X-Press It, but I have used Stick It, which works really well with delicate die cuts, including words! The hardest part I’ve found (and only occasionally) is getting the paper onto the adhesive sheet “correctly.” Sometimes, I’ve had the cardstock stick down prematurely where I didn’t really want it (usually meaning I was “wasting” some adhesive). Not a huge deal, and I’m sure totally user error! LOL It’s really not bad, just my Scottish frugality coming through! 😛 The thing I like about it, besides it being easy to die cut through, is that it is basically temporary until you really burnish your die cut down, then it sticks really well. I’d highly recommend it personally! Hope this helps! 😺 ~ Andrea
Connie
Thanks so much Andrea! I’ve seen Stick-It here too so will get some of it instead of X-Press It. I need all the help I can get (smile). I thought that the user error you described could happen and so I’ll try to be careful but, as you said, it’s not a big deal if that happens. I also like the fact it is temporary until you burnish it into the cardstock. I’m convinced. Thanks. Have a good weekend!
Carol Mac
Connie, I use stick it all the time and love it! Andrea is right and the fact you have a bit of wiggle room before permanently adhering it is also a plus! I use my bone folder to burnish. HTH 😎
Connie
I’m definitely convinced and will try it soon! Thanks. 😀
Myra
Also when you have something like this that you want to put back on the card like you have it positioned is to use press and seal wrap. Tip from Jennifer McGuire.
Carol Mac
I never thought of using masking paper (which I just bought recently) for picking up the flowers. We can’t get Press n Seal in Atlantic Canada so that’s a great alternative! Thanks Darlene! 😎
Andrea
Darlene, I love the die cut flowers against that dark cardstock! Looks like a pretty patterned paper, only with a bit of added texture. The whole design is great, too–really classy. Thanks for the video, and y’all have a great weekend, too! Our lives have definitely improved, since our plumbing problems are solved now–at least well enough for the time being–and i managed to fix the problem with our washing machine, which saved us a few thousand dollars! Of course, the problem ended up being my fault, for not having put a valve on the drain line right in the first place, but the workaround fix the plumber was proposing was going to be $$$! So things are looking up at our house finally–yay! 😺 ~ Andrea
Carol Mac
Yay!
MIaFalco
Saving all that money should earn you a reward – treat yourself to some new crafting supplies!
Andrea
I did get some new Tim Holtz alcohol ink colors yesterday! Now I just need to find time to play. 😺😎 ~ Andrea
darlene
Glad to hear it Andrea!
Cheryl
Another great technique to try! Love it! Might be a good way to use up some of my scraps. The idea of using the sticky paper is a good one Connie and Andrea!
Carol Mac
Love the flowers on Night of Navy (by far my favourite SU color) and the simple sentiment too! 😎
Glenismaree
What a lovely technique Darlene. Love the Night of Navy card stock and I have about 3 dies I can think of that could used for this technique. Thank you.