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  • BetterPress,  Cardmaking,  Die Cutting,  Embossing,  Glimmer Hot Foil

    Simple and Elegant Cards with the Spring In Kyoto Collection

    May 13, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m thrilled to be back on the blog today to share a couple of pretty cards made with the new Spring In Kyoto Collection by Alex Syberia Designs. The beautiful die sets, gorgeous backgrounds, and classic sentiments in this collection inspired me to create three simple and elegant cards for a variety of occasions. KOKESHI DOLL HELLO CARD The Kokeshi Dolls Die Set is so beautiful, and I love how you can customize different parts of the doll for different recipients.  Here I used a classic red, black, and gold color scheme for this easy and pretty hello card for a friend. Die…

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    February 19, 2021
    Embossing Folder of the Month Kit – Card Inspiration with Annie Williams

    Embossing Folder of the Month Kit – Card Inspiration with Annie Williams

    June 2, 2022

    Red, White & Blue Christmas Cards Featuring Home for the Holidays

    July 30, 2024
  • Cardmaking,  Die Cutting,  Embossing

    Froggy Fun with the Jump For Joy Collection

    May 6, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m excited to be back on the blog today to share a couple of fun cards made with the new Jump For Joy Collection from Spellbinders.  This collection is small but super versatile, and I was inspired by the cute frogs and fun scenic elements to create three sweet cards for a variety of occasions. FROG PRINCE CARD The centerpiece of the collection is the Frog Prince Die Set, and I couldn’t get over this little guy and his adorable crown. The scenic elements make it so easy to create all different kinds of cards with this set, and I decided to create…

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    Joyful Christmas Card Kit of the Month + Unbox New Limited Edition Machine | Spellbinders Live

    December 8, 2021
    Inspiration using the Sweet Serenade Notecards Collection

    Inspiration using the Sweet Serenade Notecards Collection

    October 27, 2021
    Flea Market Finds Collection with Melissa Phillips

    Flea Market Finds Collection with Melissa Phillips

    June 21, 2022
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    Two Kite Cards Using Sky’s the Limit Collection

    April 30, 2025 / No Comments

    Hello! Jen Kotas here today with two cards featuring the Simon Hurley Sky’s the Limit Collection. This collection includes two die sets, a BetterPress sentiment plate and die set, plus a 3D embossing folder and coordinating stencils. I chose a playful color combination, then picked ink colors and cardstock colors that worked great together. I used a half piece of white cardstock with the Flying Kites 3D Embossing Folder to embossed panel. Then, I added color to the embossed images using the Layered Flying Kites Stencil. Next, I die cut hearts from the Up and Away Etched Dies out of Saffron, Wild Berry, and Teal Topaz ColorWheel Cardstock. I finished…

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    June 30, 2017
    April 2023 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Fanfare

    April 2023 Stitching Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Stitched Fanfare

    April 1, 2023
    Spellbinders - Happy Die & Glimmer Plates Collection Introduction by Sharyn Sowell

    Happy Collection Introduction by Sharyn Sowell

    March 11, 2019
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    Cute and Colorful Cards with the Sky’s The Limit Collection

    April 29, 2025 / No Comments

    Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m so happy to be back on the blog today to share a couple of simple and cute cards made with the new Sky’s The Limit Collection by Simon Hurley.  The adorable dies and pretty sentiments in the collection inspired me to create two colorful cards perfect for sending an encouraging note to a friend. KEEP SOARING CARD  I have two young kids who love flying kites, and over the years I have really come to appreciate how peaceful it is to stand on a beach or in a field and watch these colorful pieces of art fly.  For my first card, I…

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    May 22, 2024

    Creating Unique Backgrounds For Cards With Modeling Paste

    March 3, 2024
    The Joy and Wonder Project Kit by Spellbinders & FSJ | Cardmaking Inspiration with Laura Volpes | Video tutorial #Spellbinders #NeverStopMaking #DieCutting #Cardmaking #ChristmasCardmaking

    The Joy and Wonder Project Kit | Cardmaking Inspiration with Laura Volpes | Video

    July 24, 2020
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    Kites & Dreams: A Look at the Sky’s the Limit Collection with Simon Hurley

    April 28, 2025 / No Comments

    Hi, friends! I’m Lauren Taylor Made and I’m thrilled to be guest blogging today to share my excitement for the brand new Sky’s the Limit collection from Spellbinders and Simon Hurley! This collection is bursting with adorable kites and cheerful sentiments that are perfect for creating uplifting handmade cards. I’ve had so much fun playing with the etched dies, the stunning 3D embossing folder and coordinating layering stencils, and the beautiful BetterPress sentiments. Get ready to send your creativity soaring! For my first card, I wanted to capture the feeling of kites flying high in a breezy sky. I started by embossing a piece of Waterfall cardstock with the Flying Kites…

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    Creating With the Bayfair Card Maker’s Kit and Add-ons With Emily Leiphart

    June 23, 2024
    Foiled Glimmer Greetings Cards with Lisa Tilson

    Foiled Glimmer Greetings Cards with Lisa Tilson

    July 25, 2022
    Hummingbird Cards 3 Ways with Jung AhSang

    Hummingbird Cards 3 Ways with Jung AhSang

    April 19, 2023
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    Delightful Daisies

    April 23, 2025 / No Comments

    Hello crafters! It’s Lisa Tilson here with you again on the Spellbinders blog. I’m thrilled to be here to share some ways to use Yana’s Daisies Collection with you. This is a lovely collection by Yana Smakula that includes a couple of press plates with coordinating stencils, a set of etched dies, a 3D embossing folder and a set of BetterPress sentiments. I often talk about double the fun with press plates as they can be foiled as well as pressed and they give stunning results whatever technique you choose. There is also another way to use them and I cover that later in this post! There are so many…

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    January 10, 2020
    Adding Fun Details To Multi-Colored BetterPress Designs

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    February 26, 2024
    Coccoina Adhesives History and Inspiration

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    Clean and Simple Cards Using the Field Notes Collection

    April 22, 2025 / No Comments

    Hello! Jen Kotas here today with three cards featuring the Field Notes Collection. This collection includes three die sets, two BetterPress sets, a stamp set and a 3D embossing folder. I kept my cards clean and simple today. The embossing folder adds a lovely texture and design to the background allowing the die cuts and images to shine. I did not have the stamp set to use so I pulled out the Holding Your Heart Sentiments BetterPress Plates and Die Set to use instead. When I first used this set I made lots of extras. Perfect for times like this! Emboss a 4 x 5 1/4” panel of Alabaster ColorWheel…

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    October 29, 2017
    January 2024 Glimmer Hot Foil Kit of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Card Front Floral

    January 2024 Glimmer Hot Foil Kit of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Card Front Floral

    January 1, 2024
    Die D-Lites Inspiration | Clean & Simple Cards with Daniel West

    Die D-Lites Inspiration | Clean & Simple Cards with Daniel West

    November 14, 2019
  • BetterPress,  Die Cutting,  Embossing

    Colorful and Versatile Yana’s Daisies

    April 22, 2025 / 4 Comments

    Hello crafters! Joan Bardee here and I am so honored to share 3 cards with the gorgeous (referring to both Yana and the collection!) Yana’s Daisies Collection. Yana’s Daisies consists of two BetterPress LetterPress plates and their coordinating stencils, a set of dies that form 3 daisies, a set of sentiment BetterPress LetterPress plates and coordinating dies, and a unique embossing folder that is so cool. It’s a big collection with something for everyone. Like most crafters, I like putting my own spin on products. Today, I went bold and bright and a little modern. But these products are versatile enough to fit whatever your style is —  elegant and…

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    September 26, 2022
    Painter's Garden Inspiration with Jennifer Kotas

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    February 2, 2023
    Bible Journaling Inspiration | Live By Inspiring Others with Yoonsun Hur for Spellbinders using SBS-142 Inspiring Others S5-280 Geo Flower #spellbinders #neverstopmaking #diecutting #stamping #handmadecard

    Bible Journaling Inspiration | Live By Inspiring Others with Yoonsun

    February 8, 2018
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    Pastel Tone Textures Cards with Field Notes Collection

    April 21, 2025 / No Comments

    Hello, Crafty Friends, I’m Heejung Hunsberger, and I am honored to return as a guest designer for Spellbinders this month. Today, I’m excited to share three cards in pastel tones that feature the Field Notes Collection. If you’d like to get to know me better, visit my blog or follow me on Instagram. Additionally, I have a YouTube channel where I regularly post video tutorials. YOU’RE IN MY THOUGHTS CARD First, I embossed the Field Notes 3D embossing folder onto the Waterfall Color Card stock. Before embossing, spray water onto the card stock; this additional step yields better results than embossing without water spray. I used the BetterPress System to…

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    August 1, 2022
    Spellbinders - Inked Messages Collection by Stephanie Low - Inspiration | Floral Card with Bibi Cameron featuring SDS-138 Grow Newer With Me, SDS-144 A Little Birdie Told Me #spellbinders #cardmaking #stamping #diecutting #handmadecard #stephanielow

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    August 6, 2018
    Spellbinders February 2020 Large Die of the Month is Here – Art Studio Abstracts

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  • Introducing Yana’s Daisies – A Fresh and Cheerful Collection by Yana Smakula
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    Introducing Yana’s Daisies – A Fresh and Cheerful Collection by Yana Smakula

    April 21, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Hello, crafty friends! We’re so excited to welcome a beautiful breath of spring with the release of Yana’s Daisies – a new collection designed by the incredibly talented Yana Smakula. This thoughtful and uplifting collection is filled with charming florals, heartfelt sentiments, and elegant textures, all inspired by one of Yana’s favorite spring flowers: the daisy. WHAT’S IN THE COLLECTION? Yana’s Daisies includes several thoughtfully designed products that work beautifully on their own – or even better together! YANA’S DAISIES ETCHED DIES A signature feature of Yana’s past collections, this bold daisy die creates large florals perfect for both A2 and 5×7 cards. Familiar to fans of her previous florals…

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    January 24, 2019
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