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Halloween Plaid with Premium Double-Sided Tapes!

Posted on September 10, 2017 by Michele Kovack

Michele here to share a fun Halloween Plaid card using Premium Double-Sided Tapes! It has felt like fall for quite some time in Chicago, so I figured I’d roll with it and start my fall cards!

To create the plaid design, I used Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/2″ and in Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/4″. In making your own background, I would recommend finding images on the Internet for inspiration. I did one layer at a time and gave it a generous coating of glitter as I went.

Halloween Plaid Card Tutorial by Michele Kovack for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Mad about (Halloween) Plaid

For the very top layer I used white glitter and a bit of clear dimensional gloss medium to make it a bit thicker and more opaque. I didn’t want the background competing too much with my stamped image. For the witch’s shoes, I stamped, colored and cut it out. Then I adhered the shoes and my sentiment with Crafty Foam Tape.

Halloween Plaid Card Tutorial by Michele Kovack for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Embellishing the Rest

To add a few sequins (including a couple of spiders!), I used Adhesive Dots Mini to attach each one. Then I added a drop of black enamel accents to the centers of each sequin. The Halloween plaid background was attached to the scalloped die cut underneath it using E-Z Squares® Refillable Runner. Next it was attached to the light grey card stock using Crafty Foam Tape.

Halloween Plaid Card Tutorial by Michele Kovack for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

I love using the Premium Double-Sided Tapes to create interesting backgrounds! A couple of years ago, I did another kind of plaid design. To see my step outs for this, CLICK: Creating Plaid Backgrounds!

Give this technique a try when you want something cool and sparkly! Thank you so much for stopping by today.
Michele

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supplies:
Crafty Foam Tape
E-Z Squares® Refillable Runner
Adhesive Dots Mini

HomeHobby by 3L®
Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/2″
Premium Double-Sided Tape 1/4″
Other Supplies:
Stamp; Copic Markers; Glitter; Sequins; Clear dimensional gloss medium; Die cut

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Heat Embossing using Adhesive Sheets

Posted on September 9, 2017 by Christine Meyer

Did you know you can do heat embossing on our Adhesive Sheets? I was experimenting to see what I could come up with and found that you can use embossing powder with them! Let’s take a look at my fall themed card.

Heat embossing using adhesive sheets on a fall card

Using Heat Embossing with Adhesive Sheets

First of all, the process for creating this is about as easy as traditional heat embossing with a stamp pad. Consequently, heat embossing with Adhesive Sheets eliminates the need to have stamps or a stamp pad. You can use a punch, electronic cutting system, or just do a messy torn look for the shapes you heat emboss! Here’s a video with a quick walk thru of how I created the whole card.

Heat embossing using adhesive sheets on a fall card2

The Adhesive Sheets 4 x 6″ come with 10 sheets in a pack, just enough to play and experiment before you fully commit to the technique. They are double-sided sheets of adhesive, perfect for a variety of traditional and non-traditional applications. These adhesive sheets are also available in packs of 12 x 12″ and 6 x 12″ sizes.

Heat embossing using adhesive sheets on a fall card

Finally, here’s a close up look at the leaves on the card – you can see the heat embossing with the Adhesive Sheets adds such interesting texture. Also I used ink to add some color around them. The embossing resisted the color well, it just needed a little wipe down.

Thinking ahead to Christmas and snow season, these would make very pretty snowflakes! So who’s ready to try this heat emboss technique using adhesive sheets? Be sure to share with us if you do!

Thanks so much for joining me today!
-Christine

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
Adhesive Sheets 4 x 6″
E-Z Runner Grand® Refillable Dispenser
Other Supplies:
Patterned Paper, Enamel Dots, Stickers, Die Cut Pieces: Doodlebug Design; Punch: EK Success; Embossing Powder: Ranger Ink/Wendy Vecchi; Distress Oxide: Ranger Ink/Tim Holtz

Card Embellishment with 3D Foam Creative Sheets

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Stephanie Schütze

Hi there! It’s Stephanie here with a Hello card using 3D Foam Creative Sheets to create a stunning embellishment as a focal accent. You can use it on a card or other types of projects. Let me show you how…

Card Embellishment with 3D Foam Creative Sheets by Stephanie Schutze

In a few steps, you too can create this embellishment by working with 3D Foam Creative Sheets.

Step Outs for Card Embellishment with 3D Foam Creative Sheets by Stephanie Schutze

Create the Embellishment:

Die cut a doily shape with white 3D Foam Creative Sheets.
Gold and silver embossing powders were my color choices to heat emboss.
Apply silver powder in the middle and then use gold powder for the outer area.
Then heat emboss it for a beautiful effect.

My base was a coaster. Paint with a combination of light blue, turquoise and darker blue colors.
With brown acrylic paint, distress the edges.
Make sure the middle is lighter and the edges are darker in color.
Remove the liner from the doily and adhere it onto the card.

For the finishing touch, add little stickers to accent the card. This embellished card will accompany a small gift. I hope they like it!

This one of many possibilities you can create with 3D Foam Creative Sheets. Try an embellishment of your own, it’s so much fun.

Thank you for visiting us today!
Stephanie 🙂

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supplies List:
3D Foam Creative Sheets

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Tiny Paper House Tutorial with Photo Corners Shingles

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Judy Hayes

Hello, It’s Judy, and today I have a tutorial for this adorable tiny paper house! But first, see those shingles? They’re actually Creative Photo Corners! Because they are self-adhesive and the perfect size, they’re easy to arrange and fasten to the roof.

Tiny House Instructions:

To make this little house, I die cut the pieces from a brown file folder. The house parts are embossed before cutting to create the look of vertical siding. To add color to the house, fence, step and base, I used various colored inks.

For easy assembly, apply Extreme Double-Sided Tape ¼ʺ to the flaps, its super strong and tacky, and it holds immediately.

The window frames are glued onto the house with the Dual Tip Glue Pen. The fine tip makes it easy to apply to such tiny pieces. Glue the door in place and then assemble the house walls.

The shingles are the Kraft colored Creative Photo Corners. They have adhesive on the back side, which makes it easy to position and layer on the roof. The Creative Photo Corners have a subtle embossed pattern on them, which adds texture to the look of the roof.

Start by off-setting the Creative Photo Corners and then lap them. Trim the edges along the roof edges for a clean line. Repeat the process on the house roof and smaller roof.

Next, create a “ridge cap” with strip of file folder that is folded in half lengthwise. Ink it for color and fasten with Extreme Double-Sided Tape ¼ʺ.

Do the same with the smaller roof and add the chimney. Attach the fence to the base with the Dual Tip Glue Pen.

Embellishing the front of the Tiny House

The pumpkins are some tiny seed pods in a bag of potpourri and fastened in place with a combination of Adhesive Dots Small and Adhesive Dots Mini. A tiny handwritten sign hangs on the fence. I found a small lilac branch to make a bare tree with air dry clay base.

I can almost image sitting on that step enjoying a sunny fall day!

Thanks for visiting!
Judy Hayes

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®:
Creative Photo Corners Kraft
Adhesive Dots Mini
Adhesive Dots Small

HomeHobby by 3L®
Extreme Double-Sided Tape ¼ʺ
Dual Tip Glue Pen

Other Supplies:
Brown File Folders
Ranger Distress Oxide Inks
Cardstock Scrap
Twine
Dried Seed Pods (from potpourri)
House Die
Taylored Expressions Bead Board Embossing Folder
KaiserCraft Pearls

Get more inspiration and ideas for using Creative Photo Corners as texture:

Create Texture with Creative Photo Corners blog post with 10 Unique Projects featuring Photo Corners!

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Stitched Cards | Foam Tape and 3D Foam Squares

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy

Hi everyone, Jana here with a new fun project for you. I love to sew on my projects so my idea today is to create some crazy and colorful stitched cards in a color gradient from light to dark. My main adhesive is Crafty Foam Tape with some 3D Foam Squares, Dual Tip Glue Pen and E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Value Pack

Stitched Cards | Foam Tape & 3D Foam Squares by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy

Stitched Card instructions

For this I started with two 3,5″ x 5,5″ white cardstock pieces with A LOT of machine stitching on them. I really love how that turned out.

Use washi tape to secure the end of threads and then add Crafty Foam Tape White for dimension. Adhere the stitched card panel to the card base.

Don’t you just love how much height it gives to my cards! It looks great especially when the card panel and card base are white on white.

The blue stitched card is for one of my crafty friends. It’s an invitation for a crafty day at my house, which should be a FUN time!

Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″ is perfect for securing little elements. It will definitely stay in place!

The Dual Tip Glue Pen will hold those letters stickers because I wasn’t sure about the stitched surface. Better be safe than sorry, right?

My second card (red stitched card) is for a good friend who is moving into a new house and everything is changing for her so I wanted to let her know that all will be OK!

To secure and to give dimension to the leaves, I added E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Value Pack and 3D Foam Squares.

Add tiny word stickers, labels, puffy stickers and a heart…it’s done!

Creating these cards was really fun, and I can’t wait to give them to my friends! Have you tried stitching on your projects?! It’s something fun and different, give it a try if you haven´t yet!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supply:
E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Value Pack
3D Foam Squares Mixed White
Dual Tip Glue Pen
Extreme Double-Sided Tape 1/8″
Crafty Foam Tape
Other Supplies:
Crate Paper, Tim Holtz, Amy Tangerine, Dear Lizzy, American Crafts

Creating Sweet Baby Shower Party Favor Bags

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Guest Blogger

Hello everyone! Marilyn here with you today sharing these sweet party favor bags that you can give out at a baby shower (as shown for this post) or just bring them for a special friend or relative.

Sweet Baby Shower Party Favor Bags by Marilyn Rivera for Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L

Instructions:

I made two favor bags from one 12 x 12″ cardstock sheet and adhered with the Premium Doubled-Sided Tape 1/4″. Start by cutting one sheet of cardstock in half. I made these for a girl but you can change the color for a boy.

With the long side of the paper, I scored at 1/2″, 1 1/2″, 5 1/2″ and 6 1/2″.

Then turned the paper so that the short side is up and score at 1″.

Return your paper on its long side and cut a tab at the 1/2″ score line up to the 1″ score line (cutting off a small rectangle shape). Then cut slits at the 1 1/2″, 5 1/2″ and 6 1/2″ (up to the 1″ score line). Then apply the Premium Doubled-Sided Tape 1/4″ as pictured above to assemble your bag.

Now for the fun part, embellishing! I embossed a piece of white cardstock with a floral design that goes perfect for a girl’s theme and added Pearlescent to each embossed flower’s center. Set aside to dry.

With the Dual Tip Glue Pen, I adhered a punched border and the embossed cardstock to the front of the bag. Then add sweet baby clothes using 3D Foam Squares White Mix for dimension. Finally, punch two holes towards the top of bag to threaded a ribbon to tie a bow and it’s ready to give!

Scrapbook Adhesives 3L used:
3D Foam Squares White Mix
Premium Doubled-Sided Tape 1/4″
Dual Tip Glue Pen
Other Products:
American Craft cardstock
Martha Steward Doily punch
Bo Bunny Sugar Pearlescents

Thanks for stopping by…Until next time!
Marilyn Rivera

Speedy Quilt Card Tutorial using Adhesive Sheets

Posted on September 2, 2017 by Christine Emberson

Hi everyone, Christine here today with a tutorial on how to make a speedy quilt effect card using Adhesive Sheet 4 x 6″. I like this design for more masculine cards.

Quilt design card tutorial by Christine Emberson

Quilt Tutorial

My card base has two mats affixed with the E-Z Runner Grand® Refillable Dispenser.

Take off top liner sheet of a 4×6″ Adhesive Sheet and apply cardstock on to it. Die-cut the diamond shape etched die.

Each shape now has a perfect layer of permanent adhesive with edge-to-edge coverage.

Adhesive Sheets provide an easy and speedy way to affix on my card front…no messy liquid glue involved!

Once my design is completed, die-cut it to a square shape and affix to my card front with Crafty Foam Tape White.

For the sentiment, attach with 3D Foam Squares White Small for a bit of dimension, and add black pearls.

Speedy Quilt Card Tutorial using Adhesive Sheets by Christine Emberson

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

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Products used:
3D Foam Squares White Small
Adhesive Sheets 6″ x 4″
E-Z Runner Grand® Refillable Dispenser
Crafty Foam Tape White
Others:
Dies: Spellbinders Paper Arts (Tumbling Blocks Quilt, 6×6 Matting Basics)
White, Red and Black Cardstock; Black Pearls; Pre-Printed Sentiment

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Ready for Fall Layout using 3D Foam Trees

Posted on September 1, 2017 by Latrice Murphy

When going through my stash of adhesives from Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L I try to think of other ways to use them on a project. Today I can across 3D Foam Trees – “those could totally be leaves!” The weather has been a bit cooler here in the Chicago area and it’s feeling like Fall I figured let’s put together a fun Fall layout with my “leaves.”

Grabbed a few supplies to start with here…

Peel those 3D Foam Trees off the liner and place them on the pieces of patterned paper. I then trimmed those out. You can see that a few I didn’t trim out completely, just to mix the style of leaf I was creating. Add some ink to the edges and you’re ready to move on.

The background on this Fall layout is kept simple with white cardstock layered onto some kraft. In keeping with the warm colors from our family photos being used on this page, I pulled out gold, orange, green and brown tones of patterned paper. Each piece was cut into 2″x 2″ squares.

Place the squares on the page and on a few used my favorite adhesive 3D Foam Squares White Regular Size as seen pictured above. I also raised one of the photos with the same adhesive. Other squares and photos were placed on the page using the E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser.

To finish the page off, I added some smaller wooden leaves I had on hand, a few sweet little foxes and some machine stitching around. The large letter stickers were perfect to create the FALL title as well. Here are a few details of the page close up. To adhere the wooden leaves and the acrylic title I used the HomeHobby Dual Tip Glue Pen.

One last look at the full page.

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supplies:
3D Foam Trees
3D Foam Squares White Regular
E-Z Runner® Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser
HomeHobby Dual Tip Glue Pen
Other Supplies:
American Crafts Patterned Paper
Little B Fox Brads
Elle’s Studio Acrylic Embellishments
Paper Source Wooden Leaves

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Silly Faces | 3D Foam Squares and Glitter

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy

Hi everyone, Jana here! I’m featuring “Wear Your Adhesive on the Outside” with 3D Foam Squares and glitter, I created a new layout! My little one is a silly monkey and he always love to make silly faces when I want to get some new pictures. These photos are from a few years ago, and oh boy… I LOVE them!

Silly Faces scrapbook page by Jana Maiwald-McCarthy

With such nice details, I love the feel and the look of the glittered 3D Foam Squares! Well, who doesn’t love glitter?! LOL! Let’s break down my steps…

How to add glitter to 3D Foam Squares

Instructions for Glitter:

Peel off the top liner from the 3D Foam Squares White Regular Size.
Pour glitter over the adhesive and press it down with your finger.
Shake off excess glitter.
Place your glittered 3D Foam Squares onto your project!

Look at those expressions! HA! In addition, I used my favorite Crafty Foam Tape White for more dimension! With some 3D Foam Squares White Small here and there as well as some E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser, I secured the papers and photos.

I really had fun creating this page and just LOVE how it turned out!

Watch how I created this page by viewing Hi Silly Faces Process Video #181 Scrapbook Adhesives video below…

Thank you so much for stopping by today

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supply:
E-Z Runner® Ultra Refillable Dispenser
3D Foam Squares White Regular Size
3D Foam Squares White Small Size
Crafty Foam Tape White
Other Supplies:
Jillibean Soup, Amy Tangerine/American Crafts, Elle´s Studio, ShimmerzPaints

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Scrapbook Layout saved by 3D Foam Products

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Christine Meyer

Have you ever found yourself just stuck when you are embellishing? I needed something more…and then I realized, how about a little bit of glitter? A few weeks ago I shared an idea for using Adhesive Dots as Embellishments on your scrapbook layout. Today I am going to build on that idea but show how I used the 3D Foam Garden Shapes.

Using 3D Foam Garden shapes from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L to Embellish a Scrapbook Layout

Putting together a scrapbook layout can require A LOT of different adhesives – here’s just a few of them that I used to create this summer scrapbook layout – you can find the complete list at the bottom of the post.

Using 3D Foam Products from Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L as an embellishment on a scrapbook layout

The real star of the show was the 3D Foam Garden Shapes. When I realized I had these on hand, I knew the layout was going to come together after all. These saved me the time of fussy cutting or trying to figure out where to get some more flowers for this layout.

Using 3D Foam Adhesive Products from Scrapbok Adhesives by 3L to Embellish a Scrapbook Layout

All they need is a sprinkling of glitter (or another topping) and they are ready to roll. You can see more of how I applied the glitter in my Hold on to Sunny Summer Scrapbook Page video below.

Using 3D Foam Adhesive Products from Scrapbok Adhesives by 3L to Embellish a Scrapbook Layout

Another area that I point out in the video is sometimes you think an embellishment should be flat, but you realize after application that it doesn’t look great that way. Here’s where having 3D Foam Squares on hand is so important. Simply pulling this flower back up (gently) and adding 3D Foam Squares to the back side made it look so much better. So the next time you are looking at a layout and just feeling stuck….pull out those 3D Foam Products and see if they can’t solve the problem.

Thanks for joining me today!
Christine

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L® Supplies:
3D Foam Garden Shapes
Dodz Adhesive Dots Small
3D Foam Squares White Regular Size
E-Z Runner® Grand Dispenser
E-Z Runner® Micro Refillable Dispenser
Other Supplies:
Patterned Paper and Ephemera: Echo Park Paper
Paper Clips and Glitter: Doodlebug Design

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