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Fun and Sassy Card Trio with Embellishments

Posted on December 27, 2017 by Vicki Chrisman

We have a set of fun and sassy cards to share today. Do you love adding fun embellishments to your cards like me? I’d like to share some of the ways I attach embellishments using different Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® adhesives.

Whether you like little delicate embellishments or heavier embellishments that really make a statement on your cards, there is a perfect adhesive for each of those jobs and everything in between.

Fun and Sassy Card Trio with embellishments by Vicki Chrisman for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Sassy Embellishments on La Bella Vita Card

Because of the size of these small lightweight sequins, I used Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini. I love that there are so many different sizes to choose from. If you need to go even smaller, you could use Adhesive Dots Micro.

In order to hold my ribbon in place, I use Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″ Permanent. With just a small strip on the back of the cardstock piece to hold it in place, I add the ribbon and tie the bow.

Sassy Details on Take Note Card

Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″ Permanent was used in a couple of different ways such as adding my vintage trim to the bottom of the card and a strip of fine black glass glitter just above the trim (just add my tape to the card and sprinkle glitter on top, then tap off excess).

My matted image was popped up with Crafty Foam Tape White behind it before I add it to my card base.

See the small wood arrow? Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini was used to secure it. The vintage flower embellishment adhered with Dodz Adhesive Dots Medium.

Details on Keep It Sassy Card

On this card, I used Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″ Permanent to add my fabric trim just as I did with the ribbon on my first card. In addition, 3D Foam Squares White Small were applied to the back of the glasses that I fussy cut and as a result, it adds a fun dimension to the card!

Little felt flowers were secured with Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini. I’ve used these adhesive dots on felt, paper and wood and plastic on all these cards, and they hold great!

So if you are a lover of embellishments like I am, you can see here that there are many options for adhesives for each specific job. Remember, if all else fails, add another EMBELLISHMENT! LOL!!

Thanks for stopping by!
Vicki

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Used:
MyStik® Permanent Strips
Crafty Foam Tape White
3D Foam Squares White Small
Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini
Dodz Adhesive Dots Medium
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″ Permanent
Other:
Cardstock: Bazzill Basics Paper
Patterned Papers: Authentique Paper
Ribbon: Creative Impressions
Sequins: Fancy Pants Designs
Wood Veneer Piece; Vintage Trims; Black Glass Glitter

Happiness is Handmade Card Making

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Latisha Yoast

Handmade cards are always an appreciated sight in the mailbox. Most of us have a little downtime between the holidays, now is the perfect time to send out “just because” and/or “thank you” cards.

I hope all of our readers that celebrate Christmas, had a wonderful holiday! This paper collection sitting mostly untouched, so I decided to create a few cards. What I love about a paper collection, is that everything coordinates, and there are images and sentiments ready to use.

Happiness is Handmade Card Making by Latisha Yoast for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

For this card, I used some patterned paper, die cuts and adhesive, oh and a card base!

Creating Handmade

Create an A2 sized card base which is 4.25 x 5.5 in.
Trim the patterned paper to fit the card front with a little bit of border on all four sides (aka card panel). Then adhere the card panel to the card front using MyStik® Permanent Strips Dispenser.
Adhere scalloped rectangle die cut to the card using Crafty Foam Tape White for some dimension.
Adhere various shaped die cuts using 3D Foam Squares White, Regular for more dimension and interest.

Although it’s a simple add of 3D Foam products, it gives a sweet card like this a little something to wow your recipient 🙂

Are you familiar with the MyStik® Permanent Strips Dispenser? I love its features from three different options to dispense adhesives, personalize case and a self-closing dispenser.

See a short video on how this adhesive works…

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
MyStik® Permanent Strips Dispenser
Crafty Foam Tape White
3D Foam Squares White, Regular

Christmas Tree Embellishment with Photo Corners

Posted on December 25, 2017 by Dana Tatar

Merry Christmas! Dana Tatar here with you today sharing a Christmas-themed scrapbook layout. I designed a handmade Christmas tree embellishment for my page using Polypropylene Photo Corners.

Tidings of Joy Christmas Scrapbook Layout by Dana Tatar

I enjoy visiting family and friends during the holiday season. One of the first things I look for in any home is the tree with all its twinkling lights and ornaments. I wanted to capture some of that joy for this project. I took these photos of my daughters last year at my Mom’s house in front of her tree.

Alcohol Inked Clear Photo Corners Christmas Tree Embellishment by Dana Tatar

Assemble and Decorate a Christmas Tree with Photo Corners

Cut a triangle out of white cardstock.
Layer Polypropylene Photo Corners onto the cardstock until covered. Then, trim any overhanging photo corners from the edge of the cardstock.
Add color to the tree with alcohol ink.
Decorate the tree with 3D Foam Shapes from the 3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit. Lastly, apply foil to the 3D Foam Shapes.

3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit Foiled Ornaments by Dana Tatar

I love this festive focal point! It was almost as fun to create and decorate as the tree in my home. I hope you have some extra time for crafting during this holiday season. The Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L designers love to use photo corners on their projects.

For more inspiration, CLICK on the images:

Pinecone Embellishments with Creative Photo Corners by Tracy McLennon

Tiny Paper House Tutorial with Photo Corners Shingles by Judy Hayes

Peace Wreath Using Photo Corners and 3D Foam Snowflakes by Lisa Adametz

Festive Snow Scene Tags by Christine Emberson

Thanks for stopping by today!
~Dana Tatar

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Supplies:
Photo Corners – Polypropylene Clear
E-Z Runner® Grand Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner® Grand Permanent Strips Refill
3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit
3D Foam Squares White Regular
Dodz Adhesive Dots 3D

Other Supplies: Patterned Paper (American Crafts, Basic Grey, Studio Calico); Alcohol Ink (Ranger); Marker (Ranger); Tag (October Afternoon); Die-Cut (October Afternoon); Bow (Michael’s); Tin Pin (October Afternoon)

Christmas Tree Holiday Card Making

Posted on December 24, 2017 by Michele Kovack

The Christmas tree is taking center stage on my holiday card today! Merry Christmas Eve to you! Michele here with a Christmas tree stamp from Stampendous that has been enhanced and is the focal point. I’m excited to show you how!

Christmas Tree Holiday Card Making by Michele Kovack for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Christmas Tree Card Making

Stamp the Christmas tree image, color with Copic Markers and use a few drops of glossy accents and glitter to enhance the design. Set aside to dry.
Next, stamp the cardinal and star image, again color and add glossy accents and glitter as well. Set those aside.
Let’s stamp the background with a snowflake stamp on white cardstock (the card panel). I adhered it to the light blue card base using the E-Z Squares®.
Hand cut a few snow slopes and inked the edges. Trim off to fit the card panel and adhered them using the E-Z Squares®.
For my sentiment, I stamped with black ink on the lower right corner of the card panel.
After fussy cutting the Christmas tree, I tucked its bottom behind the snow slope and adhered it with E-Z Squares®.
Fussy cut the cardinal and star. Pop them up with 3D Foam Squares White Small for dimension. For more sparkle, I adhered a few sequins using Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini.

Now it’s ready to be given away. Love the pop of color against the white and blue. So festive! I hope you and your family have a joyous holiday 🙂 Thank you for popping in today!
Michele

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
Dodz Adhesive Dots Mini
E-Z Squares®
3D Foam Squares White Small
Other:
Stamp: Stampendous!; Sequins; Glitter; Copic Markers

A Sweet Tweet Layered Christmas Gift Tag Tutorial

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Yvonne van de Grijp

How adorable is this Sweet Tweet Christmas Gift Tag?! Give your gift an extra CUTE accent for the holidays! I hope that you are all having fun Christmas shopping. No matter how big or small the present, a handmade layered gift tag on your gift make it extra special and adds a personal touch.

Yvonne here sharing such a tag that I hope will do just that! With a combination of E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser, Adhesive Dots Medium and 3D Foam Squares, it will be SO EASY and QUICK to assemble a tag.

A Sweet Tweet Layered Christmas Gift Tag by Yvonne van de Grijp for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Creating the Sweet Tweet Tag

1. Emboss the Kraft tag with the Medallion Embossing Folder.
2. Add ribbon and trim with E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser.
3. Layer the two (hand cut) banner shapes together with E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser and then adhere it to the tag.
4. Stamp and color image on the circle die cut.
5. Apply 3D Foam Squares White Regular Size to the back of the stamped circle die cut and center onto the layered banner on the tag.
6. Finally, add mulberry flowers and leaves to the top and bottom of the circle using Adhesive Dots Medium to secure. Thread a ribbon through the tag hole to finish.

Tip: I also use the E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser to wrap my presents…to seal the paper! Yep, a perfect way not to see any tape on the gift itself! It makes your presents look so professional!

Sharing another look at the tag…

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser
Adhesive Dots Medium
3D Foam Squares White Regular Size
Other:
Cardstock; Embossing Folder and Etched Dies: Spellbinders® Paper Arts (Medallion Embossing Folder and Standard Circles LG Etched Dies); Stamp: Lili of the Valley; Mulberry Flowers and Leaves; Ribbon and Trim; Copic Markers; Glitter Glue

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and happy (gift wrap) crafting!

Hugs from Holland,
Yvonne

Peaceful Christmas Layout

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Tracy McLennon

Welcome back crafty friends and Happy Christmas! I love the holidays and decorating for it too. Each year I like to take a few photos of my decor, old favourites and new additions. Don’t forget to document the little things that make your holidays special. Today I have a simple Christmas scrapbook layout to share using some of my favourite adhesives, and featuring a holiday decor photo.

Peaceful Christmas Layout by Tracy McLennon for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Putting up the Christmas Tree

I decorated my patterned Christmas tree using buttons and gems with Adhesive Dots Micro. For the large hanging ornaments, 3D Foam Squares White Mix does the trick. The bows are secured using the Adhesive Dots Micro.

Often I create lots of layers of matting for my photos and the E-Z Runner Grand is my go-to adhesive for all of my paper layers. I added Creative Photo Corners Gold to my photo, for that little extra sparkle.

For more dimension I used 3D Foam Squares White Mix to pop the photo from the layout.

I die cut my title from black cardstock. Anything intricate like this die cut, I use the Dual Tip Glue Pen. It dries clear and stays put.

Lastly, I used 3D Foam Squares White Mix to add dimension to the poinsettia on one of the ornaments.

Thanks so much for stopping by!
Tracy

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
Adhesive Dots Micro
E-Z Runner® Grand Permanent Strips
Creative Photo Corners Gold
3D Foam Squares White Mix
HomeHobby by 3L®:
Dual Tip Glue Pen
Other:
Stampin’ Up Patterned Paper and Die Cuts, Creative Memories Poinsettia Punch, Buttons, Gems, String, Cardstock (Cream, Black, Kraft)

Letter to Santa Scrapbook Layout

Posted on December 20, 2017 by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy

Do your children write to Santa Claus? My boys write a letter to Santa (ME – lol!) every year and I love to read them. My little one is eight and he loves to write because he is sure that Santa is real.

Hello everyone, Jana here with you today. With Christmas around the corner, I have a new holiday layout! I used a lot of 3D Foam Products: 3D Foam Squares White Regular Size and 3D Foam Squares White Small under the stars and my picture.

Letter to Santa Scrapbook Layout by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Featured photo is my oldest one writing but not to Santa. But the photo is one of my favorites and it fit the occasion so I used it 😉

Writing to Santa

Using papers and elements from my stash, I took out my star punch and scissors create my own kind of stars. For more stars, I used the 3D Foam Stars and gold foil from the 3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit to add more dimensional and shiny accents.

Here is the complete layout below and I really love how it turned out! To define the shape of the tree, white acrylic paint was added and it will help the eye to see the shape better.

Watch my process video for more details:

Merry Christmas and thanks for stopping by

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Used:
3D Foam Squares White Mix
3D Foam Holiday Embellishment Kit
E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser

12 Days of Holiday Giving with Scrapbook and Cards Today

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Margie Admin

We’re celebrating the holidays with Scrapbook & Cards Today’s 12 Days of Holiday Giving Day 11!

We’re getting merry with a giveaway on their blog! Don’t miss out!

Find all the details to enter by clicking: 12 Days of Holiday Giving Day 11.

Did you see our blog post today, Sending a Piece of Home in Christmas Cards by Christine Emberson? She shares a clever design to personalize her holiday cards.

Thanks for visiting!

Sending a Piece of Home in Christmas Cards

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Christine Emberson

Send a piece of your home to friends through Christmas cards! Do you need a clever and personal design on your Christmas cards?

Christine here today with a fun idea for a card design! Cut a Christmas tree shape out of a map of your hometown. A simple design made even easier to use with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® products at hand.

Sending a Piece of Home in Christmas Cards by Christine Emberson for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Incorporating home into my Christmas cards

Firstly I sourced a map of my hometown here in England. I sort of wish it had a nicer name but I really cannot change that! Note: you may find a map of your hometown online or in travel guides.
Once I found a good map to work with, I positioned my Christmas Tree etched die on top of my hometown and secured with washi tape. Die-cut with a manual die-cutting machine.

Because my map was printed onto thin copy paper, I knew it needed backing. I used the same tree die to die cut the shape from a 3D Foam Creative Sheet.

Peeled off the backing and it affixes my die cut perfectly.

Prepare the card front by matting a white square with MyStik® Permanent Strips.

Then affixed a couple more trees to the card front with a sentiment and little poinsettia. This still means the card is quite flat for sending.

It definitely makes your card more personal and it need not be trees, how about map ornaments or a map snowman.

Thanks for stopping by today and don’t forget to check out all the great products on the website.

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Used:
MyStik® Permanent Strips
3D Foam Creative Sheets
Others:
Dies: Spellbinders® Paper Arts (Fancy Tree, Mini Poinsettia)
Printed Map, White Cardstock, Silver Foil Card, Typed Sentiment Label, Gemstone