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  • Spring Smiles Ahead - Die Cut Inlay Technique Step-by-Step Tutorial, GOM-FEB25, S5-751, GLF-002
    Cardmaking,  Die Cutting,  Step by Step Tutorials

    Spring Smiles Ahead – Die Cut Inlay Technique Step-by-Step Tutorial

    February 16, 2026 / 1 Comment

    Hello crafty friends! It’s Lisa Tilson, and I am thrilled to be back on the Spellbinders blog with you today. I’m here to share a step-by-step tutorial using the In Bloom Egg Etched Dies from the Simon Hurley Happy Spring Collection. I am going to be doing one of my favourite techniques – die cut inlay. This is one of the first die-cutting techniques I was taught back when I started cardmaking many moons ago! It is still a favourite and often a go-to technique. It’s like doing a mini jigsaw, and I find it very therapeutic. Due to the nature of die cutting from several colours of cardstock, like…

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    Candlewick Classics Collection Inspiration | Christmas Card Trio with Sheri

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    January 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Branching Out

    January 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Branching Out

    January 1, 2024
  • Embossing Folder of the Month,  Video Tutorials

    October 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Checkered Argyle

    October 1, 2024 / No Comments

    Our October 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members will…

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    April 1, 2026

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    February 25, 2019
  • 3D Embossing Folder of the Month,  Video Tutorials

    October 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Joyful Candy Canes

    October 1, 2024 / No Comments

    Our October 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members…

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    The Wonderful Land of Embossing Folders (in Oz, of course!) BP-334, S4-1499, BP-331, E3D-161, BP-333, BP-332

    The Wonderful Land of Embossing Folders (in Oz, of course!)

    November 12, 2025
    November 2021 Large Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Christmas Foliage Strip & Borders

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    November 1, 2021
  • September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Pumpkin Patch
    3D Embossing Folder of the Month,  Video Tutorials

    September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Pumpkin Patch

    September 1, 2024 / No Comments

    Our September 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members…

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    January 2021 Small Die of the Month Is Here – Lovely Card Creator

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  • September 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Autumn Chevron
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    September 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Autumn Chevron

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    Our September 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members will…

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    February 14, 2024
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    August 21, 2018
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    Three Fun Background Techniques for Creating Easy & Colorful Cards

    August 7, 2024 / No Comments

    Hi there, this is Annie Williams and I’m thrilled to be back on the blog today to share a couple of simple and pretty cards made with the Beautiful Backgrounds Collection from Stampendous. There are so many fun techniques you can do with background stamps and I used three of my favorites to create these colorful cards for a variety of occasions. Rainbow Confetti Congrats Card The Stampendous Streamers Stamp was just begging to inked up in rainbow colors, so I created a colorful background with just three ink pads for this simple and bright congrats card. Trim a piece of white cardstock to 4” x 5.25”.  Using a stamp…

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  • 3D Embossing Folder of the Month,  Video Tutorials

    August 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Floral Expressions

    August 1, 2024 / No Comments

    Our August 2024 3D Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members…

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  • Stamp of the Month,  Video Tutorials

    August 2024 Clear Stamp + Die of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Colorful Expressions Blossom

    August 1, 2024 / No Comments

    Our August 2024 Clear Stamp of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This “Colorful Expressions Blossom” stamp set features made in the USA stamps from high-quality photopolymer for clear, crisp impressions. Our stamps create one of the best impressions on the market giving you a perfect stamped image every time! Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This…

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  • July 2024 Wax Seal of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Joyful Snowflake
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    July 2024 Wax Seal of the Month Preview & Tutorials – Joyful Snowflake

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    Our July 2024 Wax Seal of the Month preview & tutorials are here! This month’s “Joyful Snowflake” Wax Seal Stamp adds that finishing touch to seal you projects with love. It has one wooden handle that supports a 1″ round brass seal stamp design on its end. This club option also includes a pack of coordinating wax beads. Here’s a look at the July 2024 Wax Seal of the Month: Wax Seals Starter Kit is needed to use this Wax Seal. Sold separately JOIN THE CLUB July 2024 Wax Seal of the Month – Video Tutorial Watch video tutorial using this month kit below or on Youtube: Additional inspiration Here’s a closer…

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    Our July 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month preview & tutorials are here! Exclusive Embossing Folder adds texture and dimension to any project. Size will generally be 5.5″ x 8.5″ and can be used to make slimline, 5″ x 7″, and a variety of sized projects. Please note, new Subscription Sign-Up Window will now open on the 6th of each month and close on the 27th (once existing club members subscriptions have been processed.) If there is additional inventory remaining, then they will be made available for new subscriptions and will have limited availability. Continuing Subscriptions will charge on the 5th of each month. This means existing Club Members will…

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