Classic Mouse Panel by Emma Williams
Hi friends! Happy Sunday! We’re back for another panel make today but quite a different aesthetic! Grab your favorite beverage and get cozy as you read all about this bright and happy décor piece by Emma Williams!
Hello everyone! I’m so happy to be back on the Simon Says Stamp blog today and I’m very excited to share this project with you all. As someone who has adored Disney and Mickey Mouse since a very young age, this make was something I have loved working on…it’s been so much fun and I can’t wait to make more projects with these dies.
So let’s get started, it’s time to share how I used a combination of products by Spellbinders and Tim Holtz, Ranger Ink to create this vintage style Mickey and Minnie panel.
For this make, I used Stampers Anonymous Rectangular Etcetera Panels as my base. These panels come in a pack of 4 and I used both sizes. I painted the edges of the larger panel using PaperArtsy Chalk Finish Paint, and the smaller panel using Lumberjack Plaid Distress Paint. I’ve only painted around the edges as it saves precious paint and the centre will be covered by a background. Allow for the paint to dry before distressing the edges of each panel with a Sanding Tool.
Attach Design Tape around the edges of each panel, I used a polka dot tape from my stash, together with Tim’s idea-ology Design Tape.
For the backgrounds on the larger panel, I used a design from the Backdrops Volume 3 pack and cut this the same size as the panel. I added rips and tears around the edge and then machine stitched a border before adhering this to my larger Etcetera Panel with Matte Collage Medium. For the smaller panel, I cut a piece of Mixed Media Heavystock card, slightly smaller in size than the panel itself.
Dab Antique Linen Distress Ink onto a craft mat, and spritz with water, dip the Heavystock Card panel into the ink, dry and then dip again. I continued this process until I was happy with the colour. Dry the card thoroughly. With the card placed vertical on your glass mat, attach low tack masking tape to secure the Burst Layering stencil. Apply Fossilised Amber Distress Ink through the stencil using a Mini Blending Tool.
Remove the stencil, turn it around 180° and place it across the bottom section to create a circular pattern. Once again, ink through the stencil.
With the stencil still in place, use a palette knife to apply Translucent Paste through the stencil. Remove and allow for the paste to dry before repeating this process on the lower part of the design.
Ink the edges of the panel with Walnut Stain Distress Ink and then machine stitch a border around the outside edge. Attach the completed background to the smaller Etcetera Panel before attaching this panel in the centre of the larger sized panel.
Use the splatter brush to splatter the background with Black Soot Distress Paint.
Moving onto the die cutting and Mickey and Minnie. I used the Spellbinders Steamboat Willie Duo Die Set and began by colouring some card using the same technique as the background, I inked 4 separate pieces of Mixed Media Card using the following Distress Inks; Fossilised Amber, Lumberjack Plaid and Antique Linen and then mixed the final piece of card with Black Soot Distress Spray for the black card.
Once happy with the colours, I applied double sided adhesive sheets to the back of the card and then cut all my pieces to create Mickey and Minnie before assembling each character.
What I particularly love about this die set is the versatility of the fact there are different dies for different arm poses, and that means you can change the characters to suit the scene.
Cut the numbers for the year ‘1928’ from the same colours of the card using the Classic Mouse and Punctuations dies. To create each number, I cut three separate pieces and then a solid black layer to create a shadow. Layer and attach each die cut to form the individual numbers. By doing this it will create the thickness of chipboard and hold it’s shape on the finished piece.
Cut 2 small hearts and fours stars, 2 of each size from gold metallic card and the Lumberjack Plaid inked card and layer these onto the larger sized stars cut from black Kraft card. Each of these pieces is die cut using the dies in the Classic Mouse Frames die set.
Ink three more pieces of card, but this time using the following Distress Inks; Picked Raspberry, Fossilised Amber and Faded Jeans. Apply the double sided adhesive sheets to the back of the card and then cut the individual pieces of the curling flags, the layering banners and the ties from the inked cardstock using the dies in the Spellbinders Flags and Banners die set.
Assemble each of the flags and then cut the poles from silver metallic Kraft card. Use a dot of Matte Collage Medium to attach the flags to the poles and add the ties.
The final die cut piece is the rosette which sits in the centre of the burst background and for this I used the Flags and Banners die set. I cut the solid section from the card stock that was inked with Antique Linen and then cut the decorative section from gold metallic Kraft card, which I layered over the top. I mounted this onto a piece of the Fossilised Amber card stock, cut using one of the SSS Basic Circle Dies, slightly larger in size than the rosette to create a border. I used foam pads to mount the die cut in the centre of my panel. To complete the rosette, I adhered a gold metallic droplet in the centre, which can be seen on the finished project.
Attach Mickey and Minnie to the panel using foam pads, with the rosette placed behind them.
Paint a Scalloped Etcetera Trim with Black Soot Distress Paint. Once dry, attach the trim to form a ledge for Mickey and Minnie so stand on, and place this across the layered Etcetera panels using Matte Collage Medium.
Around Mickey and Minnie’s feet, I added the moss and some tiny Bouquet Findings paper flowers by Tim Holtz. These flowers are part of the idea-ology range, and I have them in my stash and are perfect for project such as this one. I dyed the white flowers with Mustard Seed Distress Spray Stain and once dry, I snipped the individual flower heads from the stems.
Use hot glue to attach small clumps of dried moss and the flowers along the ledge.
Place two of the flags in Mickey’s hand and one in Minnies, again attaching each of these pieces using foam pads for added dimension.
Adhere the hearts to the background with Matte Collage Medium.
Use foam pads on the back of each of the individual numbers and attach them underneath the ledge. Place two stars either side.
Finally, I added a large hinge clip to the top of the panel. To create the vintage look on this clip, I altered the metal using a combination of the Lumberjack Plaid Distress Paint, Antiqued Bronze and Black Soot. I completed the panel by adding some Cello Stickers around the edges of the panel.
So that’s my project complete, and I hope you’ve enjoyed this tutorial and as always, the tips and techniques have inspired you to get inky and create because I’d love to see what you make! See you all again very soon and Happy Crafting everyone…Emma x
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Home Décor Idea Showcasing NEW Tim Holtz Palette Fabric in Indigo by Paula Cheney
Hi friends! Happy Saturday! Please join me in welcoming back special guest Paula Cheney to the blog with a truly magnificent home panel piece showcasing the newly released Indigo color from the Tim Holtz Palette Fabric line! Read on to learn more and enjoy!
Today’s home decor project showcases the stunning Palette Indigo fabric by Tim Holtz for FreeSpirit Fabrics. I’ve selected three of my favorite Indigo fabrics and paired them with Tim Holtz Idea-ology and Etcetera products to infuse a wonderful vintage feel into this project. Now, there is some quilting in the background but that is optional if you are not a sewer. Let’s get started!
Cut 7 x 9” pieces of both Palette Ledger and cotton batting. The Ledger fabric is directional so take care to cut as shown.
Lay the Ledger Fabric on top of the cotton batting. Use a marking pen and a clear ruler to mark lines for stitching. They can be vertical, horizontal or a diamond pattern like I’m using here. My lines are 1” apart (an easy to number to follow on a ruler!)
Once the lines are stitched, iron over the top to remove the pen marks (now no one will even know you had lines to follow).
Use a rotary cutter to trim the edges of the quilted piece. It should be the same size as a large Rectangle Etcetera Panel (6 x 8.5”).
Use Collage Medium to add the quilted Fabric panel to the Etcetera Panel. Trim an excess fabric.
Cut a piece of Palette Wallpaper fabric that will be large enough to cover the house shape (5 x 8”) from the Etcetera Facades pack.
Adhere fabric to the house shape with Collage Medium. Once dry, cut away the excess fabric. I used my rotary cutter to do this, but fabric scissors could also be used.
Find the 3 3/8” circle in the Facades pack. Use Collage Medium to adhere Palette Tapestry fabric to the circle. Once dry, cut away the excess fabric.
Using idea-ology Typography, add the word HOME to the circle with Collage Medium.
Add 3D Form Squares to a small floral from the idea-ology Worn Wallpaper Scraps pack. Add the floral to the circle so it hangs just off the right side.
I like to use vintage items in some of my projects and today I’m adding vintage buttons. I collect buttons that still have the thread left in tack for projects just like this one. But what if you have a shank button? (that means the sewing holes are hidden in a shank underneath). I thought, since I have a flat top, why not add a Remnant Rub to the top of the button? So that’s just what I did.
I use Collage Medium to add the three buttons to the floral. It will take a bit of time to dry, but it’s worth it. Once they are stuck, they are really stuck when you use Collage Medium.
Both pieces need to be glued to the base. First I added the house shape. It is a long shape, so it’s best to place a few heavy books on top while it dries. After about an hour or two, I added the circle to the house shape.
For an additional detail, I decided to use a Ruler Piece. I rubbed a Gathered Twigs Distress Ink pad over the top of the Ruler.
Use your fingertip (or a brush) to add Collage Medium over the top of the Ruler. The wet medium makes the ink wick and gives it a beautiful stain. You can do this technique with any color of Distress Ink!
Cut the Ruler Piece to fit the House Shape (4”). Add a Clippings Sticker and a bit of old string (remember any string can be made to look old with Distress Ink).
Add the Ruler to the house with Collage Medium. I wanted that Clippings Sticker to look a bit more aged, so I made a puddle of Gathered Twigs Ink and water. Then I just dipped my fingertip into the ink and tapped it over the sticker. Clippings Stickers have a coating so the ink will sit on top for a a bit. Dry with heat tool and dab off any excess.
So you could be done with your piece, but I decided to add a frame. This is optional but the finished look is awesome, so lets get started.
The one thing you will need is five Ruler Pieces. That is a full package. So if you used one on the house you will need a second package of Ruler Pieces. I followed the same technique as the first Ruler, but this time I also colored the back of the each ruler.
There are two options for adding the Rulers to create a frame, one is 1/4” Scor-tape (same thickness as the Etcetera Panel) and the other is Collage Medium. I used a combination of both and it worked great but if I could only use one, I’d use Collage Medium. Start by adding the Scor-tape or the Collage Medium to two Rulers, one for the top and once for the bottom of the panel. The Rulers and the Panel are both 6” wide.
Add the Rulers to the Panel.
When it comes to the sides, you will need to add Collage Medium to the ends of the Rulers – this is the weak spot when it comes to Scor-tape – Collage Medium can help, but you have to allow it to do its thing and leave it to sit for a few hours.
Once the two Rulers have been added to the side you will have a 2 3/4” gap on each side. I left the gap at the bottom on the right and a gap at the top on the left, so the break in the rulers is not in the same place (the break is less noticeable this way).
With the last of the 5 Rulers, cut into two 2 3/4” pieces.
Add each piece to the gap (remember to add Collage Medium) then place a strip of blue tape while you leave it to dry. Honestly, overnight is best.
Once your frame is secure, use Collage Medium to adhere paper to the back. I used a couple pieces of idea-ology Backdrop Papers from the Neutral pack. Notice the paper covers the entire back?(etcetera panel + edge of ruler)
If you have some Cello Tape Stickers, you can use these over the breaks in the frame on both sides. Another measure of security as well as being a great little detail.
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Explore NEW Halloween Goodies from Pretty Pink Posh!
Hello friends!
It’s Caly with you today and I’m thrilled to be sharing a few projects using the latest products from Pretty Pink Posh! The Halloween release is much anticipated each year, as they are always filled with great new products!
What’s better than a shaker card? A DOUBLE shaker card! The background uses the Spider Web Cover Plate. I spritzed the background with Wilted Violet Distress Stain spray and Royal Flush Solar Spray. The Spider Shaker die is on top with it’s own mix of shaker beads and clay embellishments. I paired this die with Spider Friends images.
This release also features the Halloween Bucket Additions dies and it coordinates with the previously released Candy Bucket dies. I used the Crackle Background Stencil for the background and used the Trick or Treat Shadow dies for the sentiment.
My final card uses the Halloween Holder Additions dies and it coordinates with the previously released Ghost Holder dies. I decorated the friendly ghost with a broom and witch hat. For the background, I ink-blended with the Spooky Trees Background Stencil to make an infinity shaker using more shaker beads and clay embellishments. I topped this one with the Happy Halloween Shadow dies.
I hope you enjoyed these projects! Be sure to check out the full release, available now at SimonSaysStamp.com!
~Caly
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