*This is 1 of 2 blog posts today. For the Mama Elephant Sketchy Letters blog post, click HERE.
Today I'm blogging over on the Simple Stories Blog with some tips and tricks on utilizing 3x4 (or 4x6) Sn@p! Sets cards for die cutting.
Whether you use a digital die cutting machine like the Silhouette Cameo or a manual die cutting machine, I've got some ideas on making the most of your Sn@p! products in non-traditional ways.
Digital die cutting completely changed the way I scrapbook and I can't imagine being without my Silhouette Cameo! And the icing on the cake? Why, the fact that Simple Stories now offers cut files in the Silhouette Store, of course!
I used the following cut files for my first project share today, a layout utilizing eight different designs!
I used some of the cut files "as is" and some files I altered to fit my layout needs.
I'll show you how in the accompanying video.
I used the polaroid die cuts to "frame up" my page, with a title and journaling in the center of my layout. By layering the die cut polaroids with Sn@p! 3x4 Cards, I was able to create a cohesive page with simple layers and lots of color.
For my card, I used a metal balloon die in a manual die cutting machine (the Sizzix Big Shot) to die cut balloon shapes from the Birthday 3x4 Sn@p! cards.
Adding detail to the die cuts with Glossy Accents, a glitter marker and string make these die cuts a cut above the rest! ;)
*I will be update links both here and in the description on youtube when the Simple Storie DIY & DIY Boutique products are available.
As always, I appreciate you spending some time with me. :)
p.s. The winner of the SSS Cardstock & Inks from THIS post is: Carol Doggett! Congrats Carol and enjoy your rainbow of goodies!
You never cease to amaze me! Both projects are absolutely beautiful! I have a question about the journaling on your scrapbook layout. Do you use the Silhouette software to create, place, and print your journaling? I noticed your die cut title fit perfectly in a little gap in your journaling:o) Just curious of your method! Thanks for the fantastic inspiration!
Posted by: Mollie | February 20, 2014 at 09:32 PM
Hi Nicole. I really enjoyed your video today. I have a silhouette cameo that I have had for three months that is still in the box! I am terrified to take it out because I am not technological and have no idea how to start. Can you recommend a good beginners video for me to watch. Perhaps you have one? Help! Thank you Deborah R
Posted by: Deborah R | February 20, 2014 at 11:11 PM
Thanks for the tutorial. Great layout! I was wondering what the tool was you used to pick up the enamel dots??
Posted by: Cele Schaffer | February 20, 2014 at 11:23 PM
I use a craft knife. The one in the video is from Tim Holtz:http://www.ellenhutson.com/servlet/the-5207/Tonic-Retractable-Craft-knife%2C/Detail?affiliate_no=12
Posted by: Nichol Spohr LLC | February 21, 2014 at 09:47 AM
Oh WOWOWOWOWOW that is such a cool tutorial. I'll be checking out the Simple Stories cuts at the Silhouette store shortly, great way to use up those extra cards thanks oh so much :)
Posted by: Tina C. | February 21, 2014 at 12:26 PM
Amazing!!! Love the layout and the card is great too! You always do the best projects with the Snap cards!
Posted by: JLBOhio | February 21, 2014 at 03:09 PM
Whenever I lose my mojo I only have to watch one of your videos to feel inspired all over again, thank you :-)
Posted by: Sue FitzGerald | February 21, 2014 at 10:50 PM
I absolutely loved the layout and the cards! I don't have any snap products (not a project life girl) but now I see why I need some of them. I have used balloons on several layouts (those dies are amazing) and it's refreshing to see them being used. I also have to get a couple of those glitter pens now.
Posted by: Tracy R | March 05, 2014 at 12:14 PM