Dad's Man Cave Wood Block

Dad's Man Cave Wood Block
Created by OMC Designer Jill

Supplies Used:
My Mind's Eye : On the Bright Side Paper
Wood Designs : Rectangle Block
Sizzix : eclips Cartridge - Starter/Rockin' Janie
Tim Holtz : Distress Stain - Black Soot
Mod Podge
Oh My Vinyl : Ebony
7 Gypsies : Gears Gems

Instructions:
1. Trace the shape of the block onto your paper and cut out.
2. Ink the edges and the back of an 8 inch block with Tim Holtz Distress Stain: Black Soot
3. Apply a coat of Mod Podge and attach your paper. Press firmly to get out any air bubbles. I like to use a brayer to really get it down good. Let dry
4. Cut out the phrase, "DAD'S MAN CAVE" out of the ebony vinyl. Adhere to the block.
5. Paint a coat of Mod Podge over the entire block.
6. Embellish with the 7 Gypsies Gear Gems.
7. Display in your hubby's “Man Cave”!!

Happy crafting!

It's That Easy - Lady Liberty Card/Invite

It’s That Easy - Lady Liberty Card/Invite
Created by OMC Designer Sandy

Creating Dimension with stamps and embossing is as simple as counting 1-2-3! Make it a card or an invite – it’s up to you!

Supplies Used:
Ranger Ink : Archival Ink Pads - Cobalt
Copic Markers : Blending Card X-Press It
Tim Holtz : Americana Silhouettes Stamp Set
Sizzix : Embossing Diffuser 3PK Set #1
American Crafts : Specialty Paper - Foil
Bazzill Basics : 12x12 Cardstock - Red
Jenni Bowlin - Dye Ink Pads - Chili Powder
Trimmer
Adhesives
Star Embossing Folder

Instructions:
1. Trim
Red card base 11¼" x 4½", score in half. Blue matte 5½" x 4¼", white base 5½" x 4¼" this will trim down more after its embossed.
2. Stamp & Emboss
Stamp lady liberty in center of white cardstock (embossing powder would look great on this too).

Place in embossing folder and place diffuser on top of embossing folder.


Place the folder on top of white cutting mat and one clear shim.

Run through Big Shot. Remove from folder and lightly ink embossed design with contrasting ink.

Trim edges to 5¼ x 4 inches. Glue embossed design to blue cardstock and then to card base.
3. Finish 
Trim a white cardstock piece for inside of card 5" x 4". Ink edges and stamp sentiment or place invitation info on cardstock. Adhere to base.

This card looks difficult but is really quick to put together. You can also put the cut out portion of the diffuser under the embossing folder to raise just that portion.

Happy crafting!
 

French Boxes Set

French Boxes Set
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
Jolee’s Boutique : French General - Adhesive Fabric Sheets, French Vignette Embellishment Sheet
Prima Flowers
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Brushed Corduroy
Tim Holtz : Distress Stain - Brushed Corduroy
Glue Dots
Glossy Accents
Craft Boxes

Instructions:
1. Stain the lid and the bottoms of the boxes. Let dry before adding the fabric paper.
2. Cover the boxes with the French General fabric sheets. Ink the edges with the distress ink.
3. Add the French Vignette embellishments and Prima flowers as desired to the fronts and tops of the boxes using Glue Dots.



Happy crafting!

Tea 4 Two Card

Tea 4 Two Card
Created by OMC Designer Lindsey

Supplies Used:
My Mind's Eye : Indie Chic - 6x6 Paper Pack
Tim Holtz : Distress Ink Pad - Tea Dye
Maya Road : Coffee or Tea Mini Chipboard Set
Martha Stewart : Vintage Lace Punch
Ribbon
Twine

Instructions:
1. Cut card to size and ink the edges. Cut a piece of striped print paper slightly smaller than the card size and ink edges. Adhere to the front of the card.
2. Cut a piece of peach paper 3" x 5" and ink the edges. Using the pink polka dot paper and the peach flourish, cut and punch 3 strips of paper with the Martha Stewart punch and layer the pieces.
3. Trace the chipboard tea pot on a flower flourish paper, and the chipboard cup on a green print. Cut out the traced shapes and glue the paper to the chipboard.
4. Cut the shape of a tea bag out of kraft paper. Crumble the shape slightly and ink the edges. Pierce a hole in the tea bag and run a piece of twine through it. Wrap the remaining length of the twine over the edge of the card to the inside. Cut a small tag and attach the twine to the back. Attach the tea bag, tea pot, and cup to the front of the card.
5. Cut a slice in the crease of the card, pull a length of ribbon through the hole, and tie a bow in the front of the card.
6. Attach a journal or picture mount t the inside of the card and write out your message.

Happy crafting!