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  • Build Your Own Die Cuts with Seth Apter for Spellbinders
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    Build Your Own Die Cuts

    October 26, 2017 / 7 Comments

    Hi gang. Seth Apter here with a new guest blog post. Like many of you, I have some favorite die sets that I find myself going back to and using over and over. My goal is always to make them look a bit different so that my projects don’t all resemble each other. This creative challenge is one of my favorite parts of making art. For me the solution is building my own die cuts. Instructions: I start by choosing or creating a background. For Starburst I painted black gesso on an 8.25 inch square of watercolor paper which I splattered with paint from multiple colors of paint pens. I…

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    New Collection Release Preview with Seth Apter

    September 12, 2017 / 5 Comments

    Hi everybody. I am thrilled to be on the blog today, sharing a preview of my newest collection of products with Spellbinders.  These will be available for your purchase and creative use next month, my newest dies were designed with YOU in mind. Because the designs are abstract in nature, your inner artist is in charge and you can create unique art all your own. Whether your style is grungy, vintage, shabby chic, industrial – or anything in between – these dies will fit the bill. Today I wanted to share a few of my favorites, along with examples of how the die cuts are used in artwork and a…

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Say hello to our NEW Deluxe Caboodle Club! Dive into the magic with ALL TEN Spellbinders monthly clubs PLUS an exclusive monthly bonus item! ✨ December`s Deluxe Caboodle Club is extra special – not only do you get a fabulous free goodie, but also this adorable Spellbinders Crafting Apron! Because you deserve the best in every crafty adventure! To our incredible club member family, THANK YOU for making every creation extraordinary💖 Your support fills our hearts with joy! 🤗

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Say hello to our NEW Deluxe Caboodle Club! Dive into the magic with ALL TEN Spellbinders monthly clubs PLUS an exclusive monthly bonus item! ✨ December's Deluxe Caboodle Club is extra special – not only do you get a fabulous free goodie, but also this adorable Spellbinders Crafting Apron! Because you deserve the best in every crafty adventure! To our incredible club member family, THANK YOU for making every creation extraordinary💖 Your support fills our hearts with joy! 🤗

Unveiling our December cardmaking clubs with a sprinkle of love! 💖✨ This month, we`re spreading love in every design💌 And guess what? Your wishes have been answered – introducing our NEW Stencil Club! + December is our Club Appreciation Month! Join a December Club and receive a free gift 💝

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Unveiling our December cardmaking clubs with a sprinkle of love! 💖✨ This month, we're spreading love in every design💌 And guess what? Your wishes have been answered – introducing our NEW Stencil Club! + December is our Club Appreciation Month! Join a December Club and receive a free gift 💝 

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'Tis the season of giving, and we're spreading the festive cheer with an EPIC 3-DAY GIVEAWAY! 🎅 From December 1st to December 3rd, you could sleigh your way to some AMAZING prizes! Our lucky winner will unwrap a bundle of embossing folders, a die set, and a stamp set from enchanting Holiday collections! 🎉 To enter: like this post, comment your favorite holiday emoji, and make sure you are following us! 

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Twelve days, twelve chances to sparkle! ✨ Our Exclusive 12 Days of Giveaways for cardmakers is about to begin. Follow along on our Facebook Page for a dozen days of crafting delight and chances to win amazing prizes! To enter: like, comment, and spread the joy by sharing our daily giveaway Facebook post + make sure you're following one of our social media pages! And for an extra chance to snag the GRAND prize on Day 12, place an additional entry here: https://spellbinders.shop/12days
 
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Deck the Halls with DIY Delight! 🎅🏻✂️ Our Holiday Gift Sets are crafted for the ultimate card-making experience. Share the love of handmade this festive season. 🎁❤️
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Deck the Halls with DIY Delight! 🎅🏻✂️ Our Holiday Gift Sets are crafted for the ultimate card-making experience. Share the love of handmade this festive season. 🎁❤️ 
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Love is in the air, and so is the excitement for our December club designs! 💌 Here's your sneak peek into the heartwarming designs we have in store for December. Get ready to spread the love! 💓 

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Dive into a world of endless creativity with Sakura Gelly Roll Pens✍️ Unleash vibrant lines and smooth ink flow as you embark on your artistic journey✨ Renowned for their top-tier archival quality—no smearing, feathering, or bleed-through on most papers! With a dazzling array of colors and various tip sizes, let your imagination run wild! 🌈
 
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Dive into a world of endless creativity with Sakura Gelly Roll Pens✍️ Unleash vibrant lines and smooth ink flow as you embark on your artistic journey✨ Renowned for their top-tier archival quality—no smearing, feathering, or bleed-through on most papers! With a dazzling array of colors and various tip sizes, let your imagination run wild! 🌈
 
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