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  • Smile, Always Layout.., S4-1438, S4-1450, S5-502
    Scrapbooking

    How to Create a Rainbow Scrapbook Layout with Die Cuts and Dimension

    April 18, 2026 / No Comments

    Hello crafty friends! Celes Gonzalo, also known as GuiadeManualidades, is here today to share a layout filled with color, happy details, and a very special memory. For this project, I created my Smile, Always Layout using the beautiful Jubilee collection by Rosie’s Studio, and I chose a photo of myself from one of my most special birthdays from a few years ago. I wanted this page to capture that sweet, joyful feeling through soft rainbow colors, playful party-inspired elements, and lots of layered dimension. It is a design that celebrates memories, happiness, and all those little details that make a moment unforgettable. Let’s take a closer look! Layout Base Before…

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    Astrology-Inspired Cards Using the Spellbinders Block Print Zodiacs

    February 20, 2026 / No Comments

    Hello, crafting friends! Heejung Hunsberger here, and I am so honored to be joining Spellbinders today as a Guest Designer to introduce the new Block Print Zodiacs 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. For this collection, I focused on a classic and elegant look, drawing inspiration from the timeless beauty of the mysteries of the night sky. From the intricate registration press plates to the celestial details, I created these cards to help you celebrate the unique personality of every zodiac sign. A Midnight Bloom for…

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    New Let’s Celebrate Collection: Mother’s Day with Mauve and Gold

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    March 19, 2024
  • CREATE BEAUTIFUL CARDS USING RUB-ONS , SCSR-007, SCSR-008, E3D-080, E3D-143, S5-635, S5-562, S5-721, S5-569
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    Spring Cardmaking with Rub-Ons | Spellbinders Spring Blessings & Little Leaps Cards

    February 12, 2026 / No Comments

    Hello, crafters!! Brenda Noelke here from My PaperCut Creations! I’m so excited to be a guest on the Spellbinders blog today!! I used the Spring Blessings and Little Leaps Rub-Ons to create three beautiful cards!! I haven’t used rub-ons since my scrapbooking days, but those were mainly sentiments and letters!! They’ve come so far!! HAPPY EASTER I began by die-cutting the third largest die in the A2 Matting Basics A Die Set from Alabaster cardstock. I applied the bunny and sentiment from the Spring Blessings Rub-On Pack with the included applicator. I wrapped twine around the panel and tied it into a bow on the left side. A panel of…

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  • Elegant & Grand: Introducing the Regal Reflection Collection, S5-695, S4-1465, E3D-147, STP-274, S4-1466, S5-526, BPOM-JAN26
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    Turn Paper into Art with the Regal Reflection Collection

    January 20, 2026 / 2 Comments

    Hello, crafty friends! I am Heejung Hunsberger, and I am so honored to be joining Spellbinders today as a Guest Designer to introduce the stunning new Regal Reflection Collection. You can also find more of my work on my Blog and Instagram. Additionally, I have a YouTube channel where I regularly post video tutorials. For this collection, I focused on a classic and elegant look. I got my ideas from beautiful buildings and pretty gardens. From the detailed pierce plates to the cute characters, I made these sets to help you create cards that look like art. I am delighted to share three unique card designs today, showcasing how these…

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    September 11, 2018

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  • Hitting the Slopes with Simon Hurley’s Ski-Son’s Greetings, E3D-160, BP-335, S3-563, S5-717
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    Hitting the Slopes with Simon Hurley’s Ski-Son’s Greetings

    October 25, 2025 / 8 Comments

    Hello Crafters! Nancy Leppek here from Scrapper at Heart.com. I am delighted to be back as a guest on the Spellbinder’s Blog. Today, I am sharing three different cards using the recently released Ski-Son’s Greetings Collection from Simon Hurley. Fun fact, I have never been on snow skis before, but that certainly didn’t stop me from having some fun with this collection. Let’s get to it, shall we! Dashing Through the Snow For my first card, I am hitting the slopes and using all of the items in this collection. That is me, at the base of the card, more than likely, wiping out in the trees! LOL I took…

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    December 13, 2018
  • LET’S HIT THE SLOPES! S3-563, E3D-160, BP-335, S5-717, S7-277, S5-526
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    Let’s Hit the Slopes!

    October 23, 2025 / No Comments

    Hello there, Michelle Short here, and I am delighted to be back on the Spellbinders blog sharing three cards using the Ski-son’s Greetings collection by Simon Hurley. This wonderful collection is perfect for Christmas and the holidays, but also all year round for those that like to ski and snowboard! I kept the cards simple, featuring lots of white space! DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW My first card uses Hit the Slopes Etched Dies, along with the fabulous Streamline 3D Embossing Folder. This folder is perfect for skiers but also anything that you want to show movement like sleds, snowballs, etc! To make this card: Die cut faces of skiers from…

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    December 1, 2021

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  • 3 EASY CARDSTOCK BACKGROUNDS, SDS-210, SDS-211, SDS-213, SDS-212, E3D-146
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    3 Easy Cardstock Backgrounds

    October 6, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Hello there, Michelle Short here, and I am delighted to be back on the Spellbinders blog using the Merry Mischief Collection. This is such a cute collection that is perfect for Christmas and the holidays! I thought the sets would work perfectly for some quick and easy cards with some simple backgrounds. MERRY CHRISTMAS My first card uses Cozy Waddles Clear Stamp & Die Set with a fun colour block background. This is an easy way to add both colour and interest to a card in a simple way. To make this card: Die cut base of penguins from Raven ColorWheel Cardstock. Die cut faces and tummies of penguins from…

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    Spellbinders July 2020 Large Die of the Month is Here – How Does Your Garden Grow Alphabet #Spellbinders #NeverStopMaking #SpellbindersCardKits #Cardmaking

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    SPOILERS! 12 Days Of Stitchmas 2025 Advent Calendar – Day 11 With Michelle Short

    October 3, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Welcome to day 11 of our 12 Days of Stitchmas 2025 Advent Calendar class! Join us and stitch your way through the season! We invited 12 guest artists to share inspiration with the 12 stitching surprises. Let’s welcome Michelle Short as she shares inspiration with the Day 11 surprise! Don’t miss the other video tutorials from our free Youtube Class: Day 1 with Kim Kesti; Day 2 with Jaycee Gaspar; Day 3 with Rebecca Keppel; Day 4 with Nichol Spohr; Day 5 with Tina Smith; Day 6 with Mindy Eggen; Day 7 with Carissa Wiley, Day 8 with Lisa Tilson, Day 9 with Suzanne Hue, Day 10 with Laura Bassen. Hello…

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    Fresh NEW Holiday Color Combos

    July 29, 2025 / 1 Comment

    Hi there, crafty friends! I’m Rebecca Keppel and I LOVE colorful cardmaking! I am a huge fan of the Spellbinders DIY Color Deck System because it helps me get out of my comfort zone as far as using the same colors for every single card. The Color Deck provides cards with beautiful images and a space to add swatches of whatever medium you are using. So, I am thrilled to share the new Holiday DIY Color Deck Expansion Pack with you today! This new expansion pack includes 12 DIY Color Deck cards with holiday-inspired artwork, fun facts, and helpful information to assist you in creating throughout the season! Of course, these…

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    Creating with Non-Traditional Colors Using the Holiday DIY Color Deck

    July 7, 2025 / 2 Comments

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