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Scrapbooking Spring with 3D Foam Circles

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Christine Meyer

Spring is finally here! It’s Christine, I’m so happy the weather is warming up. My layout today features spring colors and a bit of sparkle and dimension from the new 3D Foam Circles. Join me as I walk you thru how I used them and 3D Foam Squares both on the same scrapbook layout but for very different reasons!

Scrapbooking Spring with 3D Foam Circles and 3D Foam Squares by Christine Meyer for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Using 3D Foam Circles

I used the 3D Foam Circles as an embellishment on my clouds. After securing them in both sizes (1/2-inch and 1/4-inch circles come in each package) I sprinkled them with glitter. They have permanent adhesive on both sides, which makes this step quick and easy. Glitter adds sparkle and dimension to an otherwise simple piece of white cardstock. But can you imagine using 3D Foam Squares for this?!? It totally would not work!

Adding glitter to these is just one way you can use them as embellishments! You can also add microbeads, embossing powder (yes, they can be heat embossed), flocking, and so much more!

I used the 1/4-inch 3D Foam Circles under some of the flowers as well! They’re the perfect shape and I have no square edges to trim! To adhere the tiny sequins I pulled out my Mini Adhesive Dots.

For both the banner title and the banner subtitle I used 3D Foam Squares. Although the circles would have worked, the 3D Foam Squares cover a little more surface area so they are ideal for embellishments without the round or curved edges.

The rest of the scrapbook page is secured with my E-Z Runner® Grand.

Not only do great adhesives make your paper craft projects go more smoothly but they also can help add to the beauty of your project. Be sure to check out the new 3D Foam Circles today and keep an eye out for a variety of ways to be using them!

Thanks for stopping by today!

–Christine

Supplies from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser
Adhesive Dots Mini
3D Foam Squares White Mix
3D Foam Circles White Mix

Other Supplies: March Kit from The ScrapRoom Kit Club, Sequins: Spiegelmom Scraps

Thank You So Much Card with Adhesive Sheets

Posted on March 28, 2018 by Judy Hayes

This Thank You So Much card is what I call a “scrap” card. What does that mean? Well, I use bits and pieces of leftover die cuts and papers – you never waste anything! LOL!

Hi everyone! Judy here today to share my “go to” technique when I need a card in a hurry and to use up some leftovers in my box.

Thank You So Much Card with Adhesive Sheets by Judy Hayes for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Making my Thank You card

I found the circle, flower, branch and embossed heart in my box of scraps. All leftovers too good to throw away! With a scrap of red cardstock on my work table, I applied Adhesive Sheets 4 x 6 inch to the back and die cut the thank you verse. The little branch already had Adhesive Sheets applied to it so that was ready to go. Next, I added glitter to Adhesive Dots Medium for the flower center. So easy!

To assemble this Thank You So Much card, I used E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser to fasten the circle to a white card. For the embossed heart, I fastened with E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser. Since the Ultra adhesive is a very strong adhesive, it was especially good for the embossed heart which isn’t flat.

I peeled Adhesive Sheets backing from “Thank You So Much” die cut and placed it over heart and circle.

Tip: use the heating tool to warm the intricate sentiment a bit after it was in place and pressed it well so the adhesive would stick better to the embossed heart. Repeat the same step with the branch. Lastly, the flower is fastened with Adhesive Dots Medium.

Thank you so much for stopping! Have a creative day!
Judy Hayes

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser
Adhesive Dots Medium
Adhesive Sheets 4 x 6 inch

Other: Cardstock (Red, Brown, White, Kraft), DecoArt® Metallic Lustre, Distress Glitter, Penny Black (So Many Thanks), Sizzix Holiday Greens, Spellbinders (Cinch and Go III, Heart Felt, Standard Circles LG, Cane Weave Embossing Folder)

Find more Adhesive Sheets instruction and inspiration!

National Tolkien Reading Day Carousel Card

Posted on March 25, 2018 by Dana Tatar

Hello, fellow book lovers! Dana here with you to celebrate National Tolkien Reading Day! According to the National Day Calendar, this day was started by the Tolkien Society to encourage the readings of J.R.R. Tolkien. This specific date honors the fall of Sauron in Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. I know I won’t be able to read an entire Tolkien book in one day. I created a carousel card to hold some of my favorite inspirational quotes from the author, which is a much more manageable read.

J. R. R. Tolkien Quotes Carousel Card with EZ Runner Grand by Dana Tatar It is important to select the right adhesives when creating cards with movable parts or small books. My two favorites, and what I chose for this project, are the E-Z Runner® Grand Permanent Dots and Extreme Double-Sided Tape. My favorite feature of the Permanent Dots is that the dots are initially removable with just a swipe of the finger after which they become a permanent bond. This allows me to apply adhesive to small areas, like the points of triangles, very easily. I used the Extreme Double-Sided Tape to secure the ribbon to this card. I know that I will be able to pull on the closure of this book without worrying about the ribbon releasing.

Tolkien Carousel Card From Every Angle

J. R. R. Tolkien Quotes Carousel Card with EZ Runner Grand by Dana Tatar

This is such a fun card! I love that the inner pages of the card pop up to create a 360-degree experience. If you can’t decide on one favorite quote, a design like this has room for eight.

J. R. R. Tolkien Quotes Carousel Card with EZ Runner Grand by Dana Tatar

Here is a view from the top of the card. There is plenty of space to add journaling on the triangle shaped areas to take this design away from a card and use more for a small art journal.

I hope I have inspired you to create something fun. If you’d like more information about how to assemble this card design, please stop by my blog for a link to the tutorial I used as a guide.

~Dana Tatar

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Supplies:
E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner® Grand Permanent Dots Refill
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/4″

Other Supplies: Carousel Card Template (Sandibella); Patterned Paper: Harmonie (Cover), Rose Moka (Brown), Lucky7 Factory (Green); Letter Stickers (Jillibean Soup); Enamel Dots (My Mind’s Eye); Ribbon; White Cardstock

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J. R. R. Tolkien Carousel Card Quote Book by Dana Tatar for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Mixed Media Birthday Card

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Michele Kovack

I have a mixed media birthday card to share. It uses a little bit of everything – my eclectic birthday card 😉

Good morning! Michele here with my last post for Scrapbook Adhesives. Loved being a part of such a talented design team and working with such sweet “bosses!” (Thank you, Michele, for sharing your wonderful +inspiring projects with us! We will miss you xo).

Mixed Media Birthday and a Fond Farewell by Michele Kovack for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Mixed Media Birthday Details

With the background, I did a bit of inking on a piece of white cardstock card panel. Then I stamped my image and sentiment in black. For some fun elements, I used a stencil and vibrant inks for the bottom piece. To add interest, I used a scalloped die to cut it out. It was placed on top of my stamped pieces using…you guessed it,Crafty Foam Tape!. It is such an easy way to add dimension to any project!

I used E-Z Squares® to adhere the peach cardstock to the yellow card base. For the finishing touch, I slipped a wide ribbon around the scalloped piece and secured the bow with Adhesive Dots Medium.

Thank you all for your sweet comments and support over the last few years! I will miss being a part of this incredible company, but I will still be around stalking the blog! 😉

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Squares®
Adhesive Dots Medium
Crafty Foam Tape

Other:
Ink, Ribbon, Stamp, Scalloped Die, Cardstock

Spring Love with 3D Foam Hearts

Posted on March 22, 2018 by Yvonne van de Grijp

With spring in the air, one cannot be but happy and full of love for new beginnings that the season brings! Add hearts (as in 3D Foam Hearts), lots of glitter and bright colors…well, that puts me in a happy place…lol!

Hello everyone, Yvonne here sharing a love themed card. It is easy to make such a card using 3D Foam Hearts and Craft Foils from the 3D Foam Creative Embellishment Kit. 3D Foam Shapes can create gorgeous dimensional effects on your cards on its own or by stacking them to add an even extra layered element to your project.

Spring Love with 3D Foam Hearts by Yvonne van de Grijp for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Creating a Heartful Spring Card

On a square kraft card base, layer two panels of white and corrugated cardstock. Adhering both with the E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser.

Then let’s start embellishing the card front with 3D Foam Hearts.

For the pink stacked hearts:

Remove the top liner of the Large Foam Heart and place a Small Heart (leave top liner on) on top.
Repeat this with a Medium Foam Heart and place a Small Heart (leave top liner on) on top.
Sprinkle pink glitter onto the Large and Medium Hearts and gently rub the glitter into them to secure.
Tap off the excess glitter or use a soft brush.
Remove the top liner off the Small Hearts and apply Red Craft Foil from the 3D Foam Creative Embellishment Kit (red side UP). Rub gently and peel away.

For the gold glittered and other hearts:

Remover the top liner of the Medium Foam Heart and Small Foam Heart and sprinkle gold glitter on top. Again, gently rub the glitter into them to secure. Tap off excess.
Add self-adhesive rhinestone in the center of the Medium Foam Heart. Tip: just to make sure that it sticks to the rough surface, I used Adhesive Dots.
Add some more hearts using either glitter or foil – your choice.
Note I added embossing powder to the 3D Foam Hearts and melted it with a heat tool for another amazing effect. Yes, the foam is heat resistant!

Finishing Touches:

Cut a banner from black cardstock (which was heat embossed with a stamped sentiment) and adhere to the card using Crafty Foam Tape Black. Then finish the card using some self-adhesive rhinestones.

I hope you enjoyed the instructions on how to make the card and wish you happy crafting!

Hugs from Holland,
Yvonne

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser
3D Foam Hearts
3D Foam Creative Embellishment Kit
Crafty Foam Tape Black

Other:
Quietfire Design (The Love We Give Away), Cardstock (kraft, white, black, corrugated), glitter, rhinestones, Versamark (Watermark Stamp Pad), WOW (Embossing Powder Opaque Bright White), self-adhesive Rhinestones, Paper trimmer, Tweezers

Working with Ribbon

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Tracy McLennon

Welcome back scrappy friends. Today I have a layout tutorial about Working with Ribbon.

When working with different ribbon, trims and fibers, finding an adhesive that works for them all could be a challenge. But NOT with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L. Here are all of the sticky details:

Working with Ribbon

I created a simple mixed media background, starting with Stampin’ Up resist patterned cardstock. Using ink and a blending tool, I added colour to the edges of the cardstock. Then using a mister, I added colour to the middle of the layout. Then using coordinating misters, I added splatters across the middle of the layout.

Using Crafty Power Tape I added a couple of small strips in the middle of the layout where the photo will eventually cover, as well as long strips on the backside of this cardstock on the top and bottom. This strong adhesive is sure to keep all of your ribbons and trims in place.

I started by adding the wide ribbon knotted at the top and bottom, right up to the middle of the layout. Then added the next trims one by one crossing in the middle and widening with each new trim. Using Crafty Power Tape again, I added the white mixed media layer to the purple cardstock 12×12 layer.

I used circle dies to cut the photo and cardstock mat, and then adhered them together using my E-Z Runner® Permanent Fine Adhesive Dispenser. Then added 3D Foam Squares to the back and adhered the matted photo to the pink doily.

I added the doily and matted photo to the layout using multiple layers of Crafty Foam Tape to bring it up above the trims. Then add buttons and gems using Adhesive Dots Mini.

To finish the layout, I added a few stickers to suit the layout.

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
Adhesive Dots Mini
3D Foam Squares White Mix
E-Z Runner® Permanent Fine Adhesive Dispenser
Crafty Power Tape Dispenser 81′
Crafty Foam Tape White

Other:
Stampin’ Up Resist Cardstock, Stampin’ Up Ink, Blending Tool, Heidi Swapp Shimmer Misters, Buttons, Gems, Doily, Purple Cardstock, Ribbon and Trim

DIY Easter Crafts on Parade

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Beth Pingry - admin

DIY Easter Inspiration Right Here!

We have a wide range of Easter ideas and tutorials below! Are you getting ready for Easter but not sure where to start? Take a look at some of these creative DIY Easter crafts and tutorials from home décor to cards to cute baskets, and more! You still have time to make them!

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CLICK: DIY Easter Craft Tutorials and Inspiration.

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Spring & Easter Crafts on Parade 2020 Long Pinterest by Yvonne van de Grijp for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

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Spring Inspired DIY Shadow Box

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Christine Emberson

Christine here today with a Spring shadow box project. Spring is nearly here and I don’t need any excuse to make cute projects with flowers! Please take a look to see how this shadow box is easily made with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L products. I’m also sharing a handy use for Self-Laminating Pouches.

Spring Inspired DIY Shadow Box by Christine Emberson for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Spring into Action

The shadow box is a die cut, once the sections are folded affix with MyStik® Permanent Strips. Because this adhesive is dispensed in little strips this makes it ideal to apply as little or as much as you need.

To personalize the shadow box I wanted to insert a photo but how to protect it from dust? Easy – use a Self-Laminating Pouch. I’ve used the Cards Wallet size, they are also available in a variety of sizes. Also because these are cold laminating you do not need a machine, just peel back, insert your photo/keepsake and smooth down – yes, that easy!

I affixed 3D Foam Squares White Regular to the reverse of the photo before inserting inside the shadow box. This gave it just the right amount of height and definition inside my shadow box.

The 3D Foam Squares White Small are ideal for embellishments. It is possible to have both sizes of foam squares in one pack with 3D Foam Squares White Mix.

The finished project, you can attach this to a card, gift bag or create personalized table settings.

Be sure to check out all the super handy adhesives on the website. Thanks for stopping by!

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
MyStik® Permanent Strips
Self-Laminating Pouches – Cards Wallet
3D Foam Squares White Mix

HomeHobby by 3L®:
Self-Laminating Pouches – Cards Wallet

Others:
Dies: Spellbinders Paper Arts (Tiny Shadow Box)
White Cardstock, Distress Inks, Black Pearls, Sentiment Stamp

Foil and Glitter Lucky Shamrock Card Duo

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Margie Higuchi

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you all! Today I’m lucky to be Irish for the day and get away with it – HA! To mark the occasion I created a set of St. Patrick’s Day cards from one sheet of patterned paper filled with phrases and images.

Some of the images were itching to be enhanced with dimensions using 3D Foam Hearts – put them together and they form a shamrock 🙂 Put them together with foil and glitter to WEAR YOUR ADHESIVES ON THE OUTSIDE!

Foil and Glitter Lucky Shamrock Card Duo by Margie Higuchi for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Lucky Card

I used the 3 x 4 inch Lucky image from the Emerald Six patterned paper and its B-side for a 3 3/4 x 5 1/2 inch card panel. For the A2 (4.25 x 5.5 inch) card base and 3 3/4 x 1 inch band, I used a subtle green patterned paper to anchor my card. Adhere the card panel and band with E-Z Runner Grand Permanent Dots Refill.

To give my band a little sparkle, I placed Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/4 inch across, remove the top liner and applied gold glitter. Make sure to press into the tape to secure well. Tap off excess to see a beautiful band of gold!

I forgot to take a before picture but four small hearts from the 3D Foam Hearts were placed in each clover leaf. Remove the top liner on each to apply the same gold glitter. Press into the heart shape to secure and tap off excess.

Place a Creative Photo Corner Gold on each corner – make sure they fit snuggly. Just so they do not shift, I placed Crafty Foam Tape White over the photo corner backing and adhered the card panel to the card.

Here’s the finished card!

Shamrock Card

This image already had gold on it so why not go green but not just green, how about foil?! I gathered my A2-sized card base, 4 x 5 1/4 inch card panel, 3 1/2 x 4 3/8 inch card panel and 3 x 3 7/8 inch image with my four medium size 3D Foam Hearts already placed on top.

Let’s start with the Shamrock image. I removed the top liner and place the green foil (color side UP) on top. Give it a rub to transfer the medium to the 3D Foam Heart. EASY! Foil the rest.

Adhere the larger card panel to the card base with the E-Z Runner Grand Permanent Dots Refill. Place Creative Photo Corners Gold to each of the corners of the smaller card panel. To secure those corners, apply the E-Z Runner Grand Permanent Dots Refill to the backs and make an “X” mark. Adhere to the card base.

Take three strips of Crafty Foam Tape White and apply to the back of the image. Remove liners and center the image piece to the card front.

There you have it, another card done and both were done in 15 minutes!

Hope you like this idea of how to make wonderful cards out of one patterned paper with phrases and images. Thanks for stopping by! Share your St. Patrick’s Day project with me by linking in the comments below – I’ll come visit and comment 🙂

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Margie (mc)Higuchi

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Runner Grand Permanent Dots Refill
Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/4 inch
3D Foam Hearts
Creative Photo Corners Gold
Crafty Foam Tape White
3D Foam Creative Embellishment Kit with Foil (Green Foil)

Other:
Patterned Papers: Authentique Paper
Glitter: Sprinkle N Sparkle

Foiled Shamrock Card with 3D Foam Hearts

Posted on March 16, 2018 by Judy Hayes

Hello everyone! As tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day, I made a Foiled Shamrock Card to share. Do you see the hearts? The shamrock is made of four 3D Foam Hearts with green foil that is included in the 3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit.

Foiled Shamrock

Take 3D Foam Hearts medium-sized heart and place the sticky side of the heart onto the silver side of the green foil. Burnish and peel the heart from foil.

Remove backing from the foiled heart and place the sticky side onto the foil. This will give you a green foiled surface on both sides of the heart and it won’t be sticky on either side.

Next, place one Adhesive Dots Micro at the bottom point of the heart (on its back-side).

Fold heart and pinch the point where Adhesive Dots Micro was applied.

Place one Adhesive Dots Micro on the work surface. Place the hearts around Adhesive Dots Micro so points all stick to it.

Voila! The four hearts now look like a shamrock!

Lucky Green Card Making!

Form 4.25 x 6.25-inch card from white cardstock and fasten pattern paper layers with E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser. Dot paper and white one were die-cut with a die. A green edge was made with a marker. Fasten a strip of seam binding across the card with E-Z Runner® Micro Refillable Dispenser. Use E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser to apply dots of adhesive to seam binding. Apply green foil to it.

Fasten verse from Authentique Emerald 6 x 6 Bundle of papers to layered mats of patterned paper. Fasten to the card with 3D Foam Squares – White Mix. Place shamrock on the card. Use Adhesive Dots Micro at side edges of shamrock (hearts) to keep them dimensional and secure to the card. Cut the stem from paper and color with marker. Fasten with .E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser. Enjoy!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! A bit of Irish luck to you!
Judy Hayes

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
3D Foam Hearts
3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit (green foil)
Adhesive Dots Micro
3D Foam Squares – White Mix
E-Z Dots® Permanent Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner® Micro Refillable Dispense

Other:
Authentique Emerald 6×6 Bundle; Penny Black Antique Frame Die; Ranger Distress Marker Peeled Paint; White Cardstock