So easy to spread the love using Kristina Werner’s designs from Concord and 9th. Plus the fun of blending colors of cardstock.
Valentine’s Love
Spellbinder Clubs for December…celebrating LOVE
With so many religious holidays in December, LOVE is being celebrated in many ways. Plus, we are thinking about Valentine’s Day coming up in February.
For this first card, the Die of the Month is used. The options are either owls or these cute little otters. The dies cut each of the critters. For the heart background, I used the embossing folder that comes when you buy the Spellbinders Scout machine. Because it is only about 3 inches wide, I ran 2 pieces through the embossing folder. I put them face together. Then, I freely cut a heart to fit the card front.
The white card front is a 4.25 inch x 11 inch piece, scored at 2.75 inch from each end and scored to fold toward you. Thus this card opens in the middle. And the cuteness of sentiment is on the otters’ bellies… NO OTTER LIKE YOU
This card is using the Stencil of the Month. You can choose whatever type of bird you want by whatever colors you choose. The flowers can match or be different. This Robin is singing love with a sentiment from the Better Press of the Month.
The Glimmer of the Month plate was used for this card front, using pink foil. I used a big piece of white paper to foil but then cut it down to 3.75 inches x 5 inches. Then I cut it diagaonally taking about 1 inch out of the middle. Each piece was then glued onto the pink card front, with a gap in the middle just right for the sentiment. The sentiment is also from this same kit. I did die cut 2 extra pieces of cardstock and glued them behind the sentiment to make the sentiment stand out a bit more. An embellishment of the Wax Seal of the Month is added for some dimension and sparkle.
The Better Press of the Month is an offset heart. I choose a deep red ink to press the pattern and the sentiment to complement the card base. It is a very simple card to make but very stricking. Plus, the sentiment is perfect for my family of females that all get Hangry!
The Large Die of the Month kit is very unique. A cutie of a girl evolves from these dies…all getting her beauty treatment in one of two manners. You can choose to put cucumbers on her eyes for her spa day or perhaps just a smiling eye fluttering beauty with her hair wrapped in her spa day. The sentiment is from the Stamp and Die kit of the Month. The background is from the Embossing folder of the Month.
The last card starts with the background from the 3D Embossing Folder of the Month. The Stitching Die of the Month creates the rest. The touching cups have a cute little heart on each that together make a full heart. These heart halves were stitched with a gold metallic thread. There is some steam coming off the cups creating another heart. The “love you” sentiment was cut out 2 times in white and once in deep red and glued together to stand out. The two hearts on the side are created by die cutting red paper with the ‘steam’ die but cutting the inside heart out.
Love is all around and in the crafty world we love to share it! These December kits are available through Dec 27th. By getting a subscription you also get a discount on other items from Spellbinders.
Hope you like these cards. This has been a bit of a special exercise for me as I am traveling and brought minimal supplies with me. So some colored papers were actually made by inking on white paper. Challenge yourself to stretch your supplies to see what you can come up without everything in your bucket.
Happy Holidays, everyone.
Penny
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Cute and Trendy with Spellbinders November Club kits
Do you like to have cute dangly charms on your purse? Do you have a tiny dog that you put in a little purse and carry everywhere? If so, this month’s Spellbinder club kits are just for you! Plus it’s a fun way to tell friendship stories as well. Check out my stories below.
This card utilizes the spectacular 3D Embossing folder, which really comes out looking like puffy fabric. I added three charms from the Large Die of the Month, cutting them out with silver cardstock and hanging them from silver chains. I love the navy and silver combination! The sentiment is from the Better Press of the Month.
This little cutie is all set for an outing with its human mom! The purse or carrier is created from some patterned paper and the Stitching Die of the Month. For this cute carrier I used white floss to stitch the pattern. Keeping it in style, I also dressed this little doggie in a black and white shirt. So chic! The sentiment is from the Stamp and Die set of the Month.
Next up is the Better Press of the Month. This lovely lady can be walking on her own or have her little dog on a leash. Today she is on her way to work after just stopping at the coffee shop for some hot brew! She’s got a special day planned so she has stars around her and is sporting a holographic background. Ooo laa laa! Look at her flair!
To my BFF… this one is for us! The background is the Embossing Folder of the Month. Our main figures are me and my bestie heading home from a shopping trip. Since we’ve known each other since we were 10 years old, this picture paints us in our prime and sharing the day. Girls are created with the Stamp and Die kit of the Month and colored with alcohol markers.
For simpler look yet more formal and elegant we have used a Blush foil on the Glimmer of the Month. The bow is from the Die of the Month and a wax seal was added for more elegance. The sentiment is simply stated.
Did you find a story you liked? Do you have a story or remembrance you could create? Please share with me? These kits are spectacular… even when it doesn’t seem like your style, there is always something to bring out your best! Clubs are available every month from the 6th to the 27th. Order now to get these kits and start your future subscriptions.
Thanks for visiting.
HUGS, Penny
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Two Versions -One Stencil, Same Four Inks, Different Cardstock
What fun it was to look at Spellbinders Monthly Stencil and try a new technique! Using the same Lisa Horton Metallic and Interference Inks on white cardstock and black card gave completely different looks.
Here is how I created each…remember, the only difference is the color of the cardstock you start with. All inks are Lisa Horton Metallic and Interference Inks.
- Stencil 1: Sapphire Gold
- Stencil 2: Opal Blush
- Stencil 3: Golden Sun
- Stencil 4: Copper Pot
- Stencil 5: Crushed Velvet
When finished I dried them with a heat gun to be sure they did not smudge. I took paper from my collection and found the best offsetting color to frame the card front. I trimmed the stenciled fronts slightly and then added foam tape to lift them off the solid front.
I found on lent itself to be in horizontal orientation and the other looked better in vertical orientation. I added some mini gems to give a bit of sparkle and added a sentiment from the Better Press Monthly Club.
These were quick and easy cards and LOTS of fun to see how the inks reacted. I hope you like this. If you chose to do this similarly please tag me @pennypynnonen on Instagram. I’d love to see what combinations you come up with also.
Thanks for visiting!
Hugs, Penny
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Stitching Up Paper Magic: Spellbinders Stitching Die of the Month – A Must-Have for Crafty Hands!
Hello creative souls!
I’m so excited to share with you a project I recently completed using the Spellbinders Stitching Die of the Month. If you’re a fan of stitching, paper crafting, or just love adding texture and depth to your cards and projects, this is a great one for you.
This month’s Stitching Die of the Month is all about faux embroidery brought to life through paper and thread. The set includes beautifully detailed dies that are pre-pierced for stitching, making it super beginner-friendly—even if you’ve never picked up a needle before. And just in time for the fall season we have some gourds/pumpkins.
For today’s project, I created a layered 5″x 6.5″ card.
Supplies Used:
- Spellbinders Large Die of the Month – Stitching Die Set
- Spellbinders Platinum Die Cutting Machine
- Ivory cardstock
- Embroidery floss (DMC green)
- Foam adhesive
- Sentiment and leaf dies that came with the set
Under the Sea with Spellbinders
As a certified Scuba Diver, this month’s Club sets were just perfect. I couldn’t wait to “dive” in!
This first card takes me to the magical underwater haven. The background is done with the glimmer machine using the Glimmer of the Month to create the bubbles of the sea. The Die of the Month is depicting the fun of the divers heading to check out the fish and the coral. They are so cute heading into the sea but still keeping an eye on each other…safety first!
This next card features the Large Die of the Month…or at least some of it. The background was a piece of alcohol inked cardstock from my stash. I think I did this 4 years ago but it was absolutely perfect for this background. I cut the coral from coordinating colors and white glitter paper for the shell. The fish is from metallic paper and of course, more glitter paper.
Funny how some things come about. This was the reverse glimmer of the very first card above. There looked to be lots to transfer onto the navy cardstock but it didn’t come out at all. Yet when I looked at the sparkles and uneven pattern on the cardstock, it made for a terrific background. So I built my sandcastle and laid my corals down then put Ariel (haha) swimming around. The shaped card is using the stitching die from last month’s kit.
This last card uses the 3D Embossing folder of the Month for the water and the Clear Stamp and Die set of the month. There’s a ship inside the bottle! And it’s just bobbing in the waves (on a wobble). I stamped the ship on velum. The sky has some ink blending and then silver stars created by just a silver gel pen.
Such a fun set to play with this month! Club subscriptions are available from the 6th-27th of each month. Plus, you can often get some past club goodies.
Thanks for visitng my underwater landscapes.
Hugs, Penny
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Holiday Magic in the Making: Card Crafting with the Grandkids Using Spellbinders’ Merry Moments Kit
There’s something special about gathering around the table to share with family to create some holiday magic. In July, I had the joy of spending a lazy Sunday afternoon with my grandchildren, thanks to the Merry Moments Cardmaking Kit from Spellbinders—and let me tell you, it turned out to be the perfect recipe for connection, creativity, and plenty of smiles. The 10 year old and 7 year old turned into expert card designers.
Setting the Scene
I spread out the Merry Moments kit across the dining room table at my daughter’s house. The two kids wanted to see what it was all about. The kit is packed with festive paper, die cuts, stickers, embellishments, card bases, and even foam adhesive—all beautifully coordinated in cheerful holiday colors. We started by just looking through everything there…it’s all right there in one box, which made it easy for the kids to dive right in without waiting for instructions.
Letting Them Lead
Instead of guiding every step, I let each grandchild choose their own card base and said, “Make it yours.” And oh, how they did! One grabbed Santa and the HO HO HO. She played with the layout, trying to add other items. She would look at them but didn’t think it right. Her brother across the table gave a few suggestions and in the end they chose a more simple look.
He decided he liked the tall Nutcracker Soldiers and wanted to have both of them on the card. Plus his theme was to spend Christmas together. So together they were with the three dimensional CELEBRATE and TOGETHER stickers. He added some candy canes. Then we played with some sequins. placing them down before gluing to decide where they should go.
The two of them also helped me to finish out 10 cards.
Then we got a bit fancy with the last one making a little book to open on the card.
A Meaningful Keepsake
At the end of the day, each child had made a special card they were incredibly proud of. I told them they could keep their cards and do what they wanted with them. Both of them put them in their rooms for safe keeping.
It wasn’t just about crafting—it was about time together. No screens, no distractions. Just paper, glue, giggles.
Spellbinders really nailed it with this one. It’s beginner-friendly enough for little ones but includes enough variety and quality elements to satisfy even seasoned crafters. Whether you’re a grandparent, parent, or simply a holiday enthusiast, this kit makes it easy to turn an ordinary afternoon into something memorable and heartfelt.
Crafting with kids doesn’t have to be messy or stressful. With the right tools—like the Merry Moments kit—it becomes a chance to make memories, spark creativity, and share a little love, one card at a time.
So go ahead—pour some cocoa, clear off the table, and invite your little elves to create some merry moments of their own.
Hugs, Penny
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Christmas in July with Spellbinder Clubs
“Why make Christmas cards now?” my grandson asked. I told him how much fun it is to play with sets like this ahead of when they are wanted or needed. Makes creating more fun than a “have to do it now” job.
The Stitching Die of the Month is stunning! Often I uses stitching dies without the stitching but this one called for the whole process. Using some DMC metallic thread it was easy to do, especially breaking it down in a few blocks at a time. TIP: This helps to keep the thread from tangling and makes for a smoother end result. I also die cut the card base by overlapping the die above the fold. This way the front and back were still attached. I cut another piece of white glitter paper behind and popped up the teal card front. This helped the glitter to show and sparkle.
The Small Die of the Month has such cute figures…make a handle and you have a Christmas mug. The background used the 3D Embossing folder of the Month on some brown reflecting paper with my Santa mug topped in whipped cream and steam coming out of his head (vellum). Ready for your cup?
Next came the Stencil of the Month and Large Die of the Month. Two layers of the stencil were used for the background. The large die cuts create a warm set of mitten hands holding warm cocoa. Can’t you just feel the warmth on a cold winter day?
The Glimmer Set of the Month creates wonderful snowflakes. I didn’t know how it would look with red glimmer foil over red paper but I really like the results. Silver glitter snowflakes popped up on top make for an easy, quick card. The second card with green foil and red snowflakes shows traditional Christmas colors.
This was a fun card to do…I used a lot of left over pieces on this 5×7 card. The background is the Embossing Folder of the Month on Silver metallic paper. I mounted it on a green background by offsetting it slightly, adding strips of the foiled red paper to make a partial frame. Then I cut out red and green glitter snowflakes and used an extra silver snowflake to embellish the card front. The Merry Christmas sentiment is from a past glimmer of the month kit.
These were fun cards to make and came together quickly. Mixing and matching with Club kits is so easy. I like to challenge myself to see how can I make it different than other people. Clubs are available from the 6th of the month to the 27th. Get started now with your Christmas cards!
Thanks for visiting, Penny
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A little Silly, A little Fun, A little Simple, A little Complex
This month’s Spellbinder’s Club Kits have it all… you can really create a variety of cards with this nautical themed set. Let’s just get into it.
Silly
This Walrus is so playful! He just makes you smile! The Die of the Month also includes a little bird with flags that could be added to create more fun. Here’s how to recreate my card:
- The background is created with patterned paper from my stash. It is run through the die cutter with the 3D Embossing Folder of the Month. TIP: Spritz the paper first with water to soften and give a deeper impression from the embossing folder. Trim to 3.75″ x 5′.
- Die cut all the pieces of the Walrus from the the Die of the Month set. I used Spellbinders Fog gray for the body, Spellbinders Anchor darker gray for his face, black for wiskers and nose. His shirt is a plaid with a solid jacket with a beanie to match his jacket. The pipe is made from a metallic brown paper from Michaels.
- Glue the pieces of the Walrus together and put a block on top to let it dry.
- Stamp all the sentiments from The Clear Stamp of the Month and use the coordinating die set to cut them all out. Now they are ready to go wherever you put them.
- On your A2 card base, adhere the background.
- Pop up your Walrus with foam squares – lots of them — then attach to card front.
- Add the sentiment and you have a very fun card that’s quick and easy.
Fun
This fun card has a special element of the Wheel spinning around and around!
- Using the Stitching Die of the Month cut two of the half wheels from wood grained paper. TIP: If you don’t have this you can create the look by dragging an brown ink cube across white paper.
- Using circle dies from any company, cut according to diagram above. TIP: Cut whole thing twice. Then cut 1/2″ circle at least 6 times more.
- Take the smallest circles – 1/2″ diameter – at least 8 and glue them on top of each other. Let dry completely.
- Glue the wooden paper pieces onto the white wheel. This helps to give stability to the wheel. TIP: Cut two of the background white wheels for extra strength – see #2. Let it dry completely.
- Using the bird dies that come with this set, die cut your bird in whatever colors you choose. TIP: You can also cut all in white and use alcohol markers to color the different parts.
- Glue your bird together and let dry completely.
- Using the Summertime Waves Embossing folder from June 2024 clubs, run a light blue piece of cardstock through the die cutting machine. Cut to 5″x 5″.
- Cut a navy or blue piece of cardstock 5.25″ x 5.25″. Glue this onto a 5.5″ square card base. Then glue on the embossed Waves piece.
- Without gluing, arrange the wheel, and the center tower of 8 small circles on the front of the card to be sure the wheel will be completely on the card front. Glue down ONLY the 8 small circle tower. Set your wheel over this and spin to be sure the wheel does not get caught anywhere. Over the circle tower glue the bird, again being sure the wheel will spin and not be glued down.
- Add your sentiment from the Clear Stamp of the Month set. On one rung of the wheel stamp or write SPIN so your recipient knows what to do. VOILA
Complex
Oh there is SOOO much in this Large Die Set of the Month. I only touched a part of it but here is what I did.
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My husband has a beautiful red brick home with a small post by the driveway. It’s cute and quaint. I thought it would be fun to take inspiration from it to create this card.
Here are steps to create using the Large Die of the Month from Spellbinders.
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