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Halloween Shaker Card Tutorial

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Valerie Ward

Hi Crafters! Valerie here today, and I decided to create a fun Halloween shaker card for today’s post!

Halloween Shaker Card Tutorial by Valerie Ward for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

The Colorful Halloween Background

I started by making a very colorful background with three Distress Oxide inks (Carved Pumpkin, Lucky Clover, and Seedless Preserves). When I got my desired colors blended, I added a thin layer of Hickory Smoke Distress Ink over the paper.

Next, I got all my die cutting done:

Here is where I used my E-Z Runner Grand Dispenser to attach the black base to the top of the card, and then the colorful background piece centered on top of the black base:

Make the Halloween Shaker

First, I used my E-Z Dots Permanent Dispenser to attach the very bottom piece of the shaker unit to the card front:

I used the same adhesive to adhere this purple piece on top of the black one:

And I was thrilled to see my beloved E-Z Dots Permanent Dispenser also worked on this foam piece:

This piece goes on top of the purple piece and the black piece and will hold the shaker pieces.

I used various Pretty Pink Posh sequins.

Once again I pulled out and used my trusty E-Z Dots Permanent Dispenser on top of the foam frame piece.

And here is where I put down the transparent piece.

Add the Finishing Touches

For the colored images that will lay flat on the card, I used my E-Z Dots Permanent Dispenser.

There are pieces that will need to be raised up because they will partially be attached to the raised shaker portion, so I added 3D Foam Circles Black Mix to them:

I decided to add some sequins to the front of the card and to do that I used Adhesive Dots Micro.

I like to put the Adhesive Dots Micro directly onto the card, and then attach the sequins on top of them:

Now the card is complete, and these are the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L products I used on this project:

Here’s another look at the finished card.

Thank you for stopping by! I had so much fun with this card, and it’s pretty easy, too!
Valerie

Creative Time: 1 hour
Skill Level: Beginner

Materials Needed:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L:
E-Z Runner Grand Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Dots Permanent Refillable Dispenser
Adhesive Dots Micro
3D Foam Circles Black Mix

Other products:
Halloween stamp set and coordinating die set; Distress Oxide Inks and Ink Applicators (Ranger Inks); Sequins

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DIY Paper Calla Lily Bouquet

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Dana Tatar

Hi friends! Dana Tatar here today sharing how to create a paper calla lily bouquet. I love the look and scent of fresh flowers, but I usually only splurge for a bouquet on special occasions. The wall vase in my kitchen is something that I don’t like to leave empty. I created a paper bouquet of calla lilies, my favorite, to add a bold pop of color to my space.

DIY Paper Calla Lily Bouquet by Dana Tatar for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

My flower-making skills are at a beginner level, so this simple design was perfect for me. I used iridescent watercolors to paint a bold center for the flower petals. I wrapped the paper petals around wood dowels that I covered with a glittered yellow flock for the stamen and green floral tape for the stem.

How to Create a Paper Calla Lily Bouquet

How to cut petals for DIY paper calla lilies

Step 1. Use a petal template to trace petal shapes onto a piece of watercolor paper. Cut out the paper petals with scissors. I found a clip-art animal (stingray) that I thought looked like a lily petal as a template for this step. I printed out two sizes to add variety to my bouquet.

How to Add Color to Paper Calla Lily Petals with Watercolor Paint

Step 2. Use watercolor paint to add color to the center of the flower petals. Let dry. My favorite calla lilies have white petals with a dark purple center. I used red, pink, blue, purple, and white paint. Any color palette and a full-coverage paint application would also work for this step.

How to create flower stamens using Adhesives Lines and Dots, glittered yellow flock, and wood dowels.

Step 3. Create a flower stamen for each flower petal. Apply a Small Adhesive Dot to the end of a wood dowel. Next, apply Adhesives Lines around the top. Press the adhesive-covered end of the dowel into yellow flock. Gently tap the dowel to remove any excess flock.

How to use Extreme Double-Sided Tape to Create Paper Calla Lilies

Step 4. Bend and curl a dry flower petal into the desired shape. Attach the flower petal to the wood dowel, just under the flocked stamen, using Extreme Double-Sided Tape.

DIY Paper Calla Lily with Floral Tape Wrapped Stem

Step 5. Wrap the wood dowel with green floral tape. The floral tape is more tacky than sticky. Use a Small Adhesive Dot to secure the ends of the tape to the dowel to prevent unraveling.

Paper Calla Lily Bouquet in Wall Vase

I hope I have inspired you to create your own paper bouquet. Thanks for stopping by today!
~Dana

Creative Time: 1 hour
Skill Level: Beginner

Materials Needed:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Supplies:
Adhesive Dots Small
Adhesive Lines
HomeHobby by 3L®:
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/4in
Other Supplies:
Watercolor Paper; Watercolor Paint (Twinkling H2Os); Flock; Floral Tape; Wood Dowels

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Watercolor Calla Lilies DIY Paper Flower Bouquet Tutorial

Summery Gift Card Wallet Tutorial

Posted on September 2, 2018 by Christine Emberson

Christine here with a summery gift card wallet, perfect for so many occasions and definitely when you really don’t know what to buy someone! Pop inside a gift card and hey presto, gift sorted! Take a look to see how this gift card holder is easily made with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® products.