Just Say'n Hello - Pillow Box

Just Say'n Hello - Pillow Box

Created by OMC Designer Sandy

Videos on How-To: 

Pillow Box With Adhesive Stencil Demo

 

Wrinkle Ribbon Demo

Supplies Used:  
Sizzix : Pillow Box Die
Sizzix Originals Die : Flowers & Vine #3
Fancy Pants : Be You - Paper
OMC : Adhesive Stencil Material
May Arts : Wrinkled Ribbon
Tattered Angels : Glimmer Mist
Doodlebug : Sugar Coated Pastel Brad
Martha Stewart : Butterfly Punch
My Pink Stamper : Itty Bitty-Lisious 
Alternative for Hello stamp: Doodlbug : Clear Stamps - You Said It


Note: The Sizzix Pillow Box Die that was used for this project has been discontinued, but there are so many cute box dies to choose from.  If you do not already have the Sizzix Pillow Box Die, we have provided this link to other box dies for you to consider using.
Selection of Box Dies

Happy crafting!

Christmas Earring Gift Box

Christmas Earring Gift Box
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
Sizzix : Bigz XL Die - Box, Shaker by E.L. Smith
Bazzill Basics : Holiday Style 12" x 12" Paper Pack
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Brushed Corduroy, Spun Sugar
We R Memory Keepers : Crop-A-Dile - Eyelet and Snap Punch Pink
My Mind's Eye : Lime Twist Collection - Life of the Party "Happy Day" Twine
Sizzix : Framelits Die Set 8PK w/Stamp - Snowman by Hero Arts
Glue Arts : Glue Glider Pro
Earrings in photo : Create Your Style with Swarovski Elements : Gold Fauntasia Chandeliers
 
Instructions:
1. Cut out the Sizzix Box, Shaker die. Ink all of the edges with the Brushed Corduroy and Spun Sugar ink pads. Cut the middle of the box again with the same paper as before. Fold the second cut piece and cut all the sides shorter just leaving enough room for adhesive. Using the Crop-a-Dile, punch out two small holes for the earrings. Put the box together and add the extra piece to the center of the box.

2. Stamp "Merry Christmas" on the underside of the lid. Wrape twine around box and tie in knot.
3. Cut a contrasting strip of printed paper for the band that will wrap around the box. Wrap twine around box and tie in knot. Cut small tag, ink the edges, and punch a hole in the tag. String a piece of twine through the hole and attach to the twine wrapped around the box.

Happy crafting!

Snowman Milk Carton

Snowman Milk Carton
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey 
 Fill this adorable milk carton with treats and fun surprises this holiday season!
 
Supplies Used:
Echo Park : Winter Park Collection Kit
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad : Brushed Corduroy, Limited Edition Seasonal Distress Pads 3PK
Sizzix : Bigz Pro Die - Box, Milk Carton
Sizzix : Framelits Die Set 8PK w/Stamp - Snowman by Hero Arts
Faber-Castell : Art Grip Aquarelles - Red (9ct)
Prima : Say It In Crystals - Ice
EKSuccess : Powder Tool
3L Foam Squares - White
Glittered Button
Clear Glitter

Instructions:
1. Cut out the Sizzix Milk Carton Box. Ink all edges with the Brushed Corduroy ink pad before assembling. Assemble the carton.
2. Find the large blue snowflake on the sticker sheet from the Winter Park kit and cover the sticky back with powder using the EKSuccess Powder tool. This will make the back of the sticker not sticky. Attach the snowflake to the center left side of the carton with part of snowflake hanging off the edge.
3. Cut a strip of light blue snowflake paper ¾" x 12" and ink the edges. Wrap around the milk carton and glue together.
4. Using the sticker letters from the Winter Park kit and a glittered button, write out "Snow" on the blue snowflake band. 5. Punch out the Sizzix Snowman, and stamp the features onto the snowman. Add color to the cheeks, nose and scarf using the Faber-Castell Aquarelles. Add adhesive to cheeks and apply clear glitter. Adhere snowman to the carton with the 3L Foam Squares. 
6. Stamp a snowflake on a piece of white cardstock, cut it out, and ink the edges. Attach to the carton with a Foam Square and add a Prima Ice Crystal to the center.

Happy crafting!

Christmas Holly Layout

Christmas Holly Layout
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
Echo Park : Season's Greetings Collection Kit
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pads - Walnut Stain, Crushed Olive
Jenni Bowlin : Acrylic Paint Dabber - Chili Powder
EKSuccess : EK Tools - Zig Zag Chain Edger Punch
Sizzix : Bigz Die w/Bonus Textured Impressions - Holly & Berries #2
We R Memory Keepers : Crop-A-Dile Corner Chomper
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Cardstock - Tan

Instructions:
1. Ink the edges of the 12" x 12" patterned background paper with the Walnut Stain and Crushed Olive distress inks.
2. Cut the poinsettia paper 9" x 9", ink the edges with the walnut stain, and mount on a sheet of tan cardstock size 9.5" x 9.5". Ink the edges of the tan cardstock sheet with the Walnut Stain and the Crushed Olive distress inks. Take another sheet of paper from the collection pack and cut it to 10" x 10". Using the EKSuccess Zig Zag punch, punch the edges of the paper. Glue the tan cardstock and poinsettia paper to the Zig Zag edge paper. Attach all sheets of paper to the background paper.
3. Cut and emboss the Holly and Berries Bigz die, rub the embossed area with the Crushed Olive distress ink and the Chili Powder Paint Dabber. Attach to the bottom right hand corner of your layout.

4. Mount the "Christmas" sticker onto piece of patterned paper, cut the paper to size, and ink the edges with the Chili Powder paint dabber. Attach below the Holly and Berries.

Happy crafting!

Big Shot vs eclips

Have you ever wondered about the benefits of manual verses electronic die-cutting? Or perhaps you're considering treating yourself to a Sizzix machine and just can't decide which one is right for you? Never fear! We've got lots of tips for both machines to help you make up your mind!

Big Shot

The Big Shot is a hand-operated roller machine that enables you to die-cut and emboss shapes in a variety of different designs. The Big Shot is really simple to use and is perfect for loads of different crafts including paper crafting, home decor, jewelry making, and much more!

• Works with every Sizzix die and embossing technology, so lots of designs to choose from!*
• Can cut everything from paper and cardstock to chipboard and leather so the possibilities are endless!
• Perfect for use in paper crafting jewelry making, home decor, clothing embellishment, card making, scrapbooking, and much more.
• Lightweight and compact design makes storage or transport really easy.
• Easy to use die-sandwich system means that cutting with everything from Framelits wafer thin dies to Bigz steel rule is simple.
• Can layer up thinner materials when using steel rule dies to cut several copies at once. You can also use folding techniques to use die shapes in different ways e.g. to create concertina folds or an entirely new shape!
• Sleek black and pink design with built in handle so it's perfect for crafting on the move.

* excludes Bigz Pro dies

The eclips

The eclips is an electronic shape-cutting machine that uses image cartridges and comes with a handheld remote. This machine allows you to electronically manipulate and cut the shapes on the image cartridges without the need for a computer. It is perfect for detailed shapes and personalized designs.

• Ability to customize all shapes.
• Image cartridges come in 25, 50, and 100 shape format, and each one can be manipulated in many different ways.
• Blade can be manually positioned and shapes can be rotated for less paper waste!
• Perfect for use in personalized stationary and paper craft projects, intricate patterns, and cuttin gthe same shape in large or small sizes. You can create shapes up to 12" x 12" and borders up to 12" x 24", or cut designs to the nearest 1/100 of an inch!
• Can use the fill function to cut the same shape repeatedly until all the paper is used.
• Once you've programmed in your needs, just press cut and the machine does all the rest!
• Cool white and blue design with built in handle - plus no need to connect to a computer!

Happy crafting!

Gingerbread House Gift Card Holder & Card

Gingerbread House Card and Gift Card Holder
Created by OMC Designer Whitney


Supplies Used:
Sizzix Bigz XL Die : Album, House
Doodlebug Bundle : Daydream Spot Glitter Cardstock 12 Sheets - 12" x 12"
Doodlebug : Ribbon Packs- Holiday
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Monochromatic Cardstock: Brown
EKSuccess : EK Tools : 1” Circle Punch
Die Cut Machine (Big Shot)

Instructions:
House
1. Die cut two houses out of light brown cardstock.
2. Die cut the door and roof trims out of white glitter paper and adhere them to a house.
3. Tie the two houses together with ribbon and adhere a strip of ribbon right above the door.

Lollipops

4. Punch 16 1” circles out of green (2), red (10), and white (4) glitter paper.
5. Fold all the red and white circles in half and 2 green circles.
6. Adhere four of the folded circles together to create dimensional semi-circle. Repeat to create 4 semi-circles.
7. Cut out four 1/8”x 1” strips of white glitter cardstock and adhere next to the door.
8. Adhere the dimensional semi-circles on top of the thin strips of white glitter cardstock. Now you have your lollipops.

Wreath

9. Punch 8 1” circles out of green glitter paper.
10. Pinch the corners of the green circles and adhere them to the top of the house in the shape of a wreath.
11. Tie a red ribbon into a bow and adhere that to the bottom of the wreath.

Inside of Card

12. Adhere a 4”x3” cream colored cardstock on the inside of card for writing on.
13. To create a pocket for a gift card:
     a. Cut 4”x2” brown cardstock and adhere to the left side of card on only the left, bottom, and right edges. Leave the top edge open to slide the gift card in.
     b. Add embellishments such as ribbon.

Happy crafting!

Day 11 - Christmas Popcorn Gift Box

Christmas Popcorn Gift Box
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey
Supplies Used:
Sizzix : Bigz Die - Tree, Christmas & Snowflakes
Sizzix : Textured Impressions Embossing folder 2pk - Christmas & Thin Ice Set
We R Memories Keepers : Peppermint Twist 12" x 12" Scrapbook Pad
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Cardstock - Walnut (Brown), Emerald City (Green), Raspberry Parfait (Red), Blank Check (Tan)
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Brushed Corduroy
Clearsnap : Stephanie Barnard ColorBox Dye Inkpad - Spearmint
My Mind’s Eye : Everyday Fun Twine
Martha Stewart : Punch All Over the Page - Flourish Square
Echo Park : Holly Jolly Clear Stamps
Red Chunky Glitter

NOTE: The box that the Sizzix die comes in is not labeled as food safe. To make sure your food is handled with care, add a clear plastic bag around your treats, or use pre-packaged treats.

Instructions:
1. Take the box the Sizzix Christmas Tree came in and wash it out with dish safe soap. Once the box is dry, cut the Emerald City cardstock to fit inside box.
2. Cut two strips of cardstock to wrap around box. Cut the Raspberry Parfait strip 2¼" wide, and the Blank Check strip 1¾" wide. Emboss the Blank Check strip using the embossing folder that says "Merry Christmas", and ink the raised areas and edges with the Brushed Corduroy ink pad. Layer the strips with the Blank Check strip on top of the Raspberry Parfait and glue together. Wrap the layered cardstock around the box and glue together.
3. Cut out the Sizzix Christmas Tree die, once with Walnut cardstock, then with the dot paper from the Peppermint Twist scrapbook pad. Ink the dot paper branch edges with the Spearmint ink pad. Cut out the trunk from the Walnut cardstock tree and adhere it to the center of the dot paper. Punch out a Martha Stewart Flourish Square out of the Blank Check cardstock, ink the edges with the Spearmint ink pad, and stamp "to:" and "from:" using the Echo Park Holly Jolly clear stamps. Punch a hole in the top right corner of the Flourish Square.

4. Take the Christmas Tree and wrap a piece of twine around the center of the trunk, then string the twine through the hole in the Flourish Square tag and tie. Adhere the Christmas Tree to the layered cardstock in the center of the box.
5. Fill your box with popcorn or other Christmas treats!

CLICK HERE to view all the products used in this project!


Happy crafting!

Holiday Gifts created with Echo Park & Sizzix!

Snowman Holiday Gift Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
Echo Park : Holly Jolly Collection Kit
Basic Grey : Cling Stamp - Nordic Holiday Smiling Snowman
Inkadinkado : Clear Stamp - Folk Holiday Tag Expressions
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Brushed Corduroy
Sizzix : Bigz Pro Die - Bag, Scallop Circle #2
Sizzix : Bigz Pro Die - Rosettes
Bazzill 12" x 12" Cardstock : White, Brown
3L Foam Squares - White
Red Floss
Glitter

Instructions:
1. Select the prints that you want to use from the Holly Jolly kit. Decide before cutting what side of paper that you want to be on the outside.
2. Cut the Sizzix Bag, Scallop Circle#2. Ink the edges of the sides with the Distress ink and then assemble.
3. Cut the Rosettes die in the print that you want and ink the edges. Stamp the snowman on white cardstock and cut the figure out. Cut a piece of the red floss and wrap around neck of snowman. Adhere the snowman to the center of the rosette with a foam dot.

3. Stamp the "let it snow" stamp onto a 1 1/2" x 2" piece of white cardstock, add glitter accents, and ink the edges. Mount the white cardstock to a a 1/2" x 3" piece of brown cardstock as the post of the let is snow sign.

Christmas Gift Box Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
Sizzix : Bigz Pro Die Set 2PK - Box & Lid by E.L. Smith
Echo Park : Season's Greetings Collection Kit
Inkadinkado : Clear Stamp - Holiday Expressions
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Brushed Corduroy
Sizzix : Textured Impressions Embossing Folders 2PK - Holly Swirls & Sheet Music Set
Ranger Ink : Jenni Bowlin Dye Ink Pads - Cough Syrup
Stampendous : Fran-tage Embossing Enamels - Aged Gold
Ribbon

Instructions:
1. Cut out the box and lid using paper from the Echo Park collection. Stamp snowflakes onto the paper before assembling the box. Assemble the box and lid. Once box is made, ink the edges with the distress ink.
2. Cut a 2 1/2" x 4" piece out of the same color cardstock as the box. Ink both sides of the embossing folder and emboss the paper piece with the Sizzix Sheet Music embossing folder. Using another sheet of paper, stamp the "Merry Christmas" stamp first with the brown ink, then with the embossing ink pad directly over top of it. Sprinkle the embossing enamel powder at the bottom only. Tear the edges of the paper and adhere to the embossed piece to create the tag.


3. Tie a ribbon around the box and attach the tag.

Happy crafting!

It's That Easy: Christmas Card

It’s That Easy: Christmas Card Created by OMC Designer Whitney
Using the Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folder w/Hero Arts Stamps  


Supplies Used:
Sizzix :Textured Impressions Embossing Folder w/Stamp – Birds N’ Trees Set by Hero Arts
Bo Bunny : Father Christmas Collection Pack
Ranger Ink : Archival Ink Pad - Olive
Bazzill Basics : 12" x 12" Cardstock - Ruby Slipper, Kraft
Fancy Pants: Saint Nick Trim
Embossing Machine (such as the Big Shot)

Instructions:
Step 1: Stamp
Stamp image onto smooth 5 ½”x 4” cardstock with green ink.

Step 2: Emboss
Align the stamped image in embossing folder and run through embossing machine.

Step 3: Assemble

- Cut card base to 10”x7” and fold in half.
- Mat the stamped cardstock with red cardstock and adhere to card base.
- Tie a ribbon around the left side of card and add any other desired embellishments.


Happy crafting!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop WINNERS! Oct. 18th, Nov. 1st & 3rd!

We have the winners for October 18th, November 1st, and November 3rd!

 

Sizzix Fresh Vintage
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October 18th's question was: What do you think was the most unique way this die was used in today's projects?

 
Rhonda said...
I have to say Caroline Stender's rendition the the birdie was my choice. My dear Mother used to create stuffed animals from patterns and I know she would have loved this. What a great use of the Sizzix die. http://mypapertreats.blogspot.com/  

November 1st's question was: What unique tip or trick did you learn from today's projects?

 

Holly Hudspeth said...
I learned and just love the idea of putting two of the cuts back to back to make a caddy. I had not thought of that. http://juliemcguffee.blogspot.com/2011/10/scoreboard-die-caddy-project.html

November 3rd's question was: Now that you've seen what the designers have come up with, what unique way do you want to incorporate this die into your next crafting project?

Angie Zablocky said...
I adore the Owl. http://faeriedustdreams-michelle.blogspot.com/2011/11/sizzix-fresh-vintage-petal-power-flower.html. I think this die would make a cute Tutu for a little girl page. This is going on my wish list!

 

Winners, please send your shipping information to contest@ohmycrafts.com to claim your prize! Make sure to check back each Tuesday and Thursday for more chances to win! Remember, the Fresh Vintage Blog Hop runs until November 3rd! 

Happy crafting!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop - November 3rd!

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Featured on the Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop today is the Flower, Petal Power die! Click on the link above to view the designs.

After you check out the different projects, make sure to answer the question below for a chance to win the Flower, Layer #9 die from the Fresh Vintage collection! 


Today's question is:

Now that you've seen what the designers have come up with, what unique way do you want to incorporate this die into your next crafting project?

Make sure to include the link back to the blog you visited. 

Happy blogging!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop - November 1st!

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Featured on the Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop today is the ScoreBoard Caddy die! Click on the link above to view the designs.

After you check out the different projects, make sure to answer the question below for a chance to win the Flower, Layer #9 die from the Fresh Vintage collection! 


Today's question is:

What unique tip or trick did you learn from today's projects?

Make sure to include the link back to the blog you visited. 

Happy blogging!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop WINNERS! Oct. 18th, 25th & 27th!

We have the winners for October 18th, 25th and October 27th!

 
Sizzix Fresh Vintage
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October 18th's question was: What do you think was the most unique way this die was used in today's projects?

 
Rhonda said...
I have to say Caroline Stender's rendition the the birdie was my choice. My dear Mother used to create stuffed animals from patterns and I know she would have loved this. What a great use of the Sizzix die. http://mypapertreats.blogspot.com/  

October 25th's question was: Which project used your favorite colors or patterns?

mlc_15 said...
They were all amazing, its hard to pick JUST ONE!!! But my fav is from Lisa Rojas, I love all the paper and colors she used to cordinate everything. http://stampinqueencreations.blogspot.com/2011/10/sizzix-fresh-vintage-blog-hop-suitcase.html. Thanks for the chance to win!

October 27th's question was: What was the most unique material used in today's projects?

Miriam Prantner said...
I LOVED Julie's idea of making your own foam stamps, genius! http://balzerdesigns.typepad.com/balzer_designs/2011/10/sizzix-blog-hop-die-cut-your-own-foam-stamps.html,
But, I think the most unique material used was recycled wool felted sweaters from Stefanie: http://craftside.typepad.com/craftside/2011/10/how-to-make-recycled-wool-felted-sweater-christmas-trees-with-the-sizzix-fringe-die-cut.html 

Winners, please send your shipping information to contest@ohmycrafts.com to claim your prize! Make sure to check back each Tuesday and Thursday for more chances to win! Remember, the Fresh Vintage Blog Hop runs until November 3rd! 

Happy crafting!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop - October 27th!

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Featured on the Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop today is the Flower, 3D #2 die! Click on the link above to view the designs.

After you check out the different projects, make sure to answer the question below for a chance to win the Flower, Layer #9 die from the Fresh Vintage collection! 


Today's question is:

What was the most unique material used in today's projects?

Make sure to include the link back to the blog you visited. 

Happy blogging!
 

Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop - October 25th!

Sizzix Fresh Vintage
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Featured on the Sizzix Fresh Vintage Blog Hop today is the ScoreBoard Suitcase die! Click on the link above to view the designs.
 
After you check out the different projects, make sure to answer the question below for a chance to win the Flower, Layer #9 die from the Fresh Vintage collection! 


Today's question is:

Which project used your favorite colors or patterns?


Make sure to include the link back to the blog you visited. 

Happy blogging!