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Hi, everyone! Are you looking for a fun way to add texture to your next card or scrapbook page? I’m going to show you how to use flock and 3D Foam shapes to do just that in my Flocked Window Card! Along the way, you’ll see how to make a cool window card!
Creating the Window Card
Making a window card is incredibly easy! You can start with a pre-made window card like I did or you can make your own. Create a card from cardstock and then use a paper punch or steel die to cut a shape from the front of it.
Once you’ve got your window card, apply strips of patterned paper at the top and bottom of it. Then take several 3D Foam Creative Shapes and adhere them onto the front of the card.
Remove the liner papers and apply flock onto the shapes. (Don’t have any flock? Try using glitter instead!) Press the flock firmly onto the shapes and then remove the excess flock.
Decorating the Card’s Window
Now you are going to want to decorate the card’s window. Take several die-cuts and adhere them in the window. To make them pop, use 3D Foam Circles (or 3D Foam Squares) to mount them to the card.
Here’s a helpful tip for when you use 3D Foam Circles and 3D Foam Squares. If they are too big for the element you are adhering to a project, simply cut them in half with your scissors.
Finishing the Card
Complete your window card by adding a sentiment to it. Simply stamp your sentiment on cardstock and adhere it to your card with 3D Foam Circles or 3D Foam Squares. Again, use your scissors to cut your shapes down to fit in the open spaces on the card.
One of the things I love about this design is you can do it over and over again with similar supplies and get a different look every time!
Hi everyone, Yvonne here with a number birthday card with a little bit of humor that will make the recipient smile! The older, the wiser we get, they say but I also think that it makes one realize that age is just a number!
With help from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® products, this card is super easy to assemble. The E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser is quick and precise, and won’t stain or bleed when adhering papers. 3D Foam Squares give a gorgeous lift to each number and the banner! Now, let me show you how to make this card.
Now die-cut and emboss eight numbers from gold cardstock. I chose for the numbers one to eight.
Cut some of the small squares from the 3D Foam Squares White Mix into small stripes to fit onto the back of the number die cuts. Then adhere the numbers to the card base in two straight lines of four numbers. I chose to adhere to the numbers in ascending sequence.
Next print the sentiment and then cut to a banner. I made the sentiment in Word, using a typewriter-like font.
Hi everyone, Christine here today with a trio of notebooks! Call me traditional but I still like to use a notebook for many things, I’ve yet to put everything on my cell phone! I always carry a notebook in my purse and it makes me smile when they are pretty as well as useful. My notebooks are easy to make and I detail how to insert that elastic strap, which is great for holding receipts and business cards. These also make super teacher gifts. Let me show you how to make this trio of notebooks with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®.
A Trio of Notebooks Step by Step
I purchased 3 inexpensive mini notebooks from a local store. Next, I measured and cut 6 pieces of patterned paper, this is for the front and back of each notebook. Affix the patterned paper into place with E-Z Runner Grand Refillable Dispenser. You can aapply edge to edge adhesive so no worries of the paper lifting.
Use a nail file to sand the edges and this will also enable you to keep those attractive curved corners.
Apply a little Distress Ink to the edges, I chose to use Old Paper.
Using an eyelet setting tool, create a hole half way down the back cover of the notebooks and set a small eyelet. Thread a double length of thin elastic through the hole. Measure the elastic beforehand so that the loop slots around the notebook firmly.
Secure the two elastic ends in place with Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/2 inch. You don’t want these to move so you need this excellent tape to guarantee a firm grip.
To hide the elastic ends secure down a page with Crafty Power Tape. Carry out this procedure for all three notebooks.
Here is the finished trio. By switching out the patterned paper you can make them for many occasions.
Thanks for stopping by and don’t forget to check out the great products on the website. Christine
Hi friends! Dana Tatar here today sharing a patriotic scrapbooking layout. What better way to remember the excitement of the July 4th holiday than by adding extra sparkle to the page?! In addition to glittery embellishments, I use Metallic Transfer Foil in Holographic colors on chipboard fireworks.
I just love the colorful shimmer and shine the Metallic Transfer Foil adds to my design! All the sheets of Metallic Transfer Foil are quick and easy to apply using Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® products. No additional tools, gels, powders, or heat are required, which makes this process super fun.
Make Patriotic Scrapbooking Embellishments
To begin, I adhered the base layers of patriotic patterned paper with the E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser. Then I created layered embellishments for the page.
For additional texture, I stitched a couple of the larger patterned paper designs. Then I attached the starburst pieces to the layout with 3D Foam Circles.
Smaller hand-cut embellishments can also create dimension. Attach small designs using Adhesive Dots Small and press firmly onto the center of the embellishment and curl up the edges.
The patterned papers I used for this page have a matte finish. To add shimmer to my design, I selected shiny and glittery embellishments. I used Crafty Power Tape to secure the ribbon to the page. Ultra Thin Adhesive Dots are perfect for adhering plastic embellishments to all types of surfaces. They are nearly flat but strong enough to hold bulkier embellishments without extra height.
Add Foil to a Chipboard Die Cut
Prepare the chipboard firework for foiling. First, apply a layer of adhesive using a 12×12 Adhesive Sheet. Next, place the silver foil onto the adhesive surface and gently rub with a finger. To finish, peel away to reveal the foiled embellishment. Holographic Metallic Transfer Foils add colorful shine and dazzling luster to any adhesive surface.
Hi everyone, it’s Lisa Adametz guest blogging today. I’m so happy to share with you my Sparkling 4th of July card. If you’ve seen my previous posts, you may notice that I have a love for all things red, white and blue, including our beautiful flag. Enjoy my tutorial on how I used the 3D Foam Stars to create my card.
Sparkling 4th of July Card Steps
To create a textured background, I embossed white cardstock with a stars embossing folder.
I’m using 3D Foam Stars from the 3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit, which also includes Red, Blue and Silver Foil sheets. Starting with the large nested star, remove one liner and add red, blue or silver foil. To do this, place the foil sheet on the exposed adhesive with the pretty sided color facing up. Then rub gently all over the shape to transfer the foil and peel it off. For extra sparkle, apply a very fine glitter onto the inner portions of the largest star. Make sure to burnish and remove excess glitter.
Creating the Sparkling Stripes
For the stripes, I like to use Crafty Power Tape. Lay out the tape strips across the textured card panel. Cut the excess ends and burnish it to the panel. Remove the liner and add Metallic Transfer Foil or glitter onto the tape stripes.
Next, carefully apply the stars to the card front. Use either tweezers or the tip of a pair of scissors to retail the shapes.
Now adhere the card front to a slightly larger layer of blue cardstock. My very favorite adhesive is the E-Z Runner® Ultra Strong Refillable Dispenser. Wrap the right side of the piece with twine at this point.
Next die-cut patterned paper and adhere it to cover the card base. Apply Thin 3D Foam Squares White Mix to the back of the blue cardstock. Adhere the entire blue piece (with stars on the front) offset to the bottom and right side of the card base.
Thank you for having me! I wish you all a safe and happy sparkling Independence Day! Lisa
Hi everyone! Judy here today to share an easy to make Erasable Calendar using the Self-Laminating Pouches – Card X-Large. I found a fast and easy way to keep track of doctors’ appointments. This could also work as a meal planner! The solution lies in the Self-Laminating Pouches from HomeHobby by 3L®!
I’ve been helping my parents as my mom is recovering from a back injury. With all the therapy, doctor and other appointments, it’s been hard to keep track of it all. I made this erasable calendar to display on the refrigerator. Now we can see all the appointments in one place.
Self-Laminating Pouches are easy to write on with dry erase markers. I made it double-sided so we can see four weeks. I made smaller calendar for myself to keep at home as a reminder of each day. WIN WIN!
Front sides of Erasable Calendars
Making the Erasable Calendar
To start, choose a double-sided patterned paper for a background and cut it 8.5 x 11 inches to fit inside the X-Large Self-Laminating Pouches. Cut a 6.75 x 9 inch paper in a contrasting color for a mat, one for each side. For the days of the week, use a piece of white cardstock cut to 6.25 x 8.5 inches.
Next, draw the dividing lines and handwrite the days of the week. Round all the corners with a corner rounder punch. Alternately, you could design this part on the computer and print it. Secure the both sides’ layers back to back, with the E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser.
Using Self-Laminating Pouches
Place the calendar pages into one X-Large Self-Laminating Pouch. Remove the narrow strip of the liner near the hinge. Center the calendar in the pouch and press the top edge against exposed adhesive. Then gradually remove the remaining liner and press the adhesive side of pouch against the calendar. I use a bone folder to firmly press it along all the edges.
Watch this video to see how to use the Self-Laminating Pouches:
It’s so fun to see the calendar enclosed in Self-Laminating Pouches! To hang it on the refrigerator punch holes in top corners and add a cord for hanging. To complete the calendar, add a dry erase marker and clips. Now it’s ready to keep the family organized!
I made a smaller calendar in the same way, using the Medium Self-Laminating Pouches. The only other difference is that I didn’t use a mat to save space.
Hey there, Latrice Murphy here today guest designing! I am sharing a fun Summer page with some DIY foil accents for a bold look. The weather is still very unpredictable here in the Midwest. I love revisiting photos so I pulled out some great images from my business shoot last Summer in Colorado.
When choosing colors for this layout I went bold and pulled colors from the photo. Loved the blues and golds. I love to mix solids with patterns and adding small embellishments to accent.
Creating DIY Foil Accents
Begin the page by creating a sunburst from cardstock and use it as a template. Using that template, I cut the sunburst patterns from the 3D Foam Creative Sheets Medium White. Just peel off one side and place it onto your Metallic Transfer Foil Gold Holographic Sheet. Rub, rub, rub and done! I totally recommend this DIY Foil Accents technique! It’s so amazing and a fast way to add interest. These 3D Foam Creative sheets are perfect for die cutting also.
To complete the page, I layered one 4 x 4-inch photo with a 4 x 6-inch photo and lift one side with a few 3D Foam Squares. For my wood veneer cameras, I used a little bit of the E-Z Dots® Permanent and foiled on top for more sparkle. Add a couple cardstock stickers and chipboard letters for the title.
Other Solid Cardstock (American Crafts); Patterned Paper and Chipboard Stickers (Pink Paislee); Wood Veneer and Sequins (Studio Calico); Camera Paper Clip
Welcome, Summer! Shellye McDaniel here to share a Delightful Tag Album and Berry Box ensemble that will make a sweet summertime gift for a friend.
Delightful Tag Album and Berry Box
To begin, start with the gorgeous paper crafting kit, a sheet of 110 lb. white cardstock and a sheet of Adhesive Sheets 12×12 inch.
Attach the patterned paper to the cardstock with the Adhesive Sheet. Next, die-cut the paper twice with a berry box-shaped die. For the assembly of the box, use Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8in, it’s immediately tacky and strong. It holds right away!
Once you assemble the box, move on to making the tags for the album. Die-cut five 2.5 x 4 inch tags from white cardstock. Next, select various journal cards from the kit and die cut them with a 2 x 3.25 inch tag die.
Now layer the smaller tags onto the larger ones with Crafty Foam TapeWhite. I like to add colorful doilies between the layers. When adding the stickers, you can use various sizes of 3D Foam Squares. Don’t forget to cover the back sides with coordinating patterned papers!
How many times do you have the pieces for a title but it’s just too flat? Or the wrong color? Christine joining you today with a quick and easy technique for solving both of those problems. Use a 3D Foam Creative Sheet to customize your title so it’s one of a kind! Let’s dive into this simple technique on my Puppy Love layout.
My title “love” was created using the 3D Foam Creative Sheets in the Small Size. But the great news is, they come in 4×6-in and 6×12-in sizes, so you certainly aren’t limited!
Create Puppy Love with a 3D Foam Creative Sheet
First, you need to get out any size of the 3D Foam Creative Sheets. Remove the backing from one side and adhere it to whatever cardstock or patterned paper works with your project.
Next set your metal die onto the 3D Foam Creative Sheet and run it through your machine. Despite its thickness, I didn’t find it hard to run through at all! 3D Foam is high density and will compress in a die cut machine, but regain it’s full height when the pressure is released.
Finally, pull it out and carefully remove the back liner.
Quick Tip: Save the extra sheet parts to use with punches or other small metal dies.
Although I have a small raised bump from the hole in the metal die where you are supposed to push out a thin paper, it doesn’t bother me. The Puppy Love title has the look and feel of those awesome 3D stickers out there, but is custom cut to be exactly what I need!
One of my favorite things about really digging into my adhesives is the creative possibilities go SO far beyond the obvious! What are some of your favorite unique tricks with adhesives?
