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January 17, 2009 by admin 45 Comments

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Edited to add: Thanks to everyone who entered the Spellbinders' 5th Anniversary Party to win my Die Template release. You can no longer enter to win my release. Please check out the links below to enter the contest on other blogs. Check the Spellbinders blog for announcements on daily winners. The Grand Prize winner will be announced on January 30. 

PLEASE NOTE: Commenting on this post is welcome but does not enter you into the contest. This contest is sponsored directly by Spellbinders Paper Arts. Please read the post to find directions for entering the contest. If you have any questions, please e-mail ContestQuestions@spellbinders.us.

I hope you have been having fun during the Spellbinders Blog Bash!  I know I am.  I love seeing what each Designer has created with their dies.  It’s my turn today and I’m so excited to be able to share with all you!

Spellbinders is celebrating their 5 Year Anniversary by sharing 16 days of sneak peeks, with LOTS of drawings for dies!!  There will be a drawing for the die I am showing you and the previously revealed dies during the Spellbinders 5 Year Anniversary Celebration.  Each day an additional die is added to the daily giveaway list for a grand total of 16 dies on the 16th day of reveals!

If you’ve enjoyed seeing all the sneak peeks up to this point, I know you’re going to enjoy the remaining ones.  Don’t forget to check in with the following Designers each day to enter their contest.  You’ll have until 11:59 pm CST on January 16th to visit Keri Lee Sereika’s blog to enter yesterday’s give-away:

Jan. 18:  Donya Schroeder – Donya Schroeder
Jan. 19:  Linda Duke – Linda’s Works of Heart
Jan. 20:  Trudee Sauer – Follow your Bliss

WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON THE SPELLBINDERS BLOG

My Sneak Peek to share with you today is the Grand 12" Heirloom Scroll Border, DIE SKU #S7-013, MSRP $24.99.

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I know that this 12" border would make a wonderful border for a scrapbook page.  But I want to take it up a notch and use the border to frame an entire page.

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I selected a patterned paper with a bold design.  While I could easily choose a paper with an overall pattern and cut four vertical strips from it to create a frame, I wanted to choose something that would be a bit more challenging.  This paper has a great border around it.  How can we use that border for our frame?  I needed an entire sheet AND a small scrap of the same paper in order to accomplish this.

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I began by cutting a strip from the border edge of the patterned paper.  I did this for two opposite sides (right and left edges of the paper) and die cut/embossed these two pieces.

The remaining strips (top and bottom) are now shorter than 12".  In order to extend them to the full 12" length, I pull out my scrap piece of paper and die cut just enough to finish off the pieces I've already cut. 

I am not bothering to try to match the pattern of the paper.  The embossing as well as the next step will unify the piece.  Once these pieces are die cut and embossed, I adhered them together to make a full 12" border.  It is really easy to layer and match up the cut edges.

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Now I took the Copic Airbrush System with a blue marker, and airbrushed each border through the die.  It doesn't take a lot to get a nice impact.  I start lightly and added more as needed.  See the difference?  Click on the picture for a closer look if you'd like.

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Next I placed all four finished borders onto a 12" printed transparency overlay and adhered it lightly at the corners to hold it in place.

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To attach it firmly to the transparency overlay, I placed mini-brads into the diamond cut-outs located in the center of each border piece.  As long as the head of the brad is larger than the cut-out, it will hold the two layers firmly together.  I used white flower brads from Creative Impressions.

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The border pieces have cut-outs along the edge, and where the four corners overlap.  Using a Cropadile, cut through the transparency overlay at these points.  I selected a thin ribbon, approx. 60" long and threaded it through these holes around the perimeter.  I left a long tail at the entrance and use the remaining ribbon to meet up and tied a bow in the corner of the frame.

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I used the negative space from a leftover scrap to make a title / journaling block.  I love the parentheses shaped edge!

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Now it's time to adhere my pictures.  One 4" x 6" and two 2" x 2 1/2" photos and a journaling spot fit perfectly on this overlay.  A title completes the page.

  • Paper: Prima Angelique collection, Clear Paintable  overlay, Times Alphabet chipboard letters and Whispered Words letter stickers.
  • Ink:  Copic Sketch Marker with ABS-1
  • Accessories:  Spellbinders S7-013 Grand 12" Heirloom Scroll Border; May Arts ribbon; Creative Impressions white flower mini-brads

    But I'm not done yet.  I've created a transparent page with double-sided paper.  So we have not only one, but two layouts!  By simply 'sandwich-ing' the photographs and journaling blocks, we can get two pages from one set of supplies.  The ribbon works on both sides as well.  I simply added a bow on this side too.  The embossed border now shows its debossed side – which is equally as beautiful and a subtle decoration to the reverse side.

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    And there is a way to use the brads that were pierced through the other side as well.  They become anchors for these shaped clipiolas.

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    And now our beautiful details are doing double duty, creating a lovely layout with an efficient use of scrapbooking supplies.

    If you already have another die cutting machine, and not the Spellbinders Wizard, it is so easy to use Spellbinders Dies with your machine.  Check out these Spellbinders Videos to actually see how easy it is to get professional looking projects with Spellbinders.

    Now, for all the details on the BIG CONTEST!

    Spellbinders 5 Year Anniversary Celebration
    Sneak Peek Party Drawing Information

    Spellbinders will randomly pick one entry from each of the 16 Spellbinders Sneak Peek Blog reveals as stated in the “Rules”. This name will be drawn to receive the die being revealed and any other dies listed as a part of said blog give-away. These entries must follow all rules stated below to be valid for the drawing.  Entrants visiting all 16 Spellbinders 5 Year Anniversary Celebration Sneak Peeks Blog reveals and correctly entering their information into the 16 separate drawings, as described below, will automatically be entered into a GRAND PRIZE give away of a full set of all 28 NEW RELEASE dies debuting at the Winter Craft and Hobby Association Show in Anaheim, California, on January 25-28, 2009!

    Rules
    Any participant wishing to be included in the daily drawing for the Spellbinders Birthday Celebration Sneak Peek die give away must adhere to all of the following rules:

    1. Participant must click on the provided link on Reveal blog to enter each individual drawing on sneak peeks between January 5 and January 20, 2009.
    2. Participant must type in the subject line the name of the die being revealed.
    3. Participant must send their entry for this blog before 12:00 midnight Central Standard Time on January 18, 2009.
    4. Participant is only allowed to enter each of the 16 Spellbinders sneak peek blog give away drawings one time per sneak peek. Participant must use the same email address daily to be considered for grand prize entry, no exceptions. Please consider whether you will have access to the same email address from January 5th through the 20th and plan accordingly.
    5. Spellbinders Design Team members and employees are not eligible for drawings.
    6. Any participant wishing to be automatically entered into the drawing for the Spellbinders 5 Year Anniversary Celebration Sneak Peek Grand Prize drawing, must enter the drawing from all of the 16 blog reveals and follow all the above rules.

    Please note:
    *Spellbinders will only use email information to contact the winner.
    *Spellbinders will not share this email address with any other parties.
    *Spellbinders will not use this email information for advertisements or communications
    other than to contact the winner.
    *If you wish to be included in further communications from Spellbinders, please go to their home page and sign up at Spellbinders Paper Arts for their newsletter.

    To enter the Spellbinders 5 year anniversary drawing, click here. (Link no longer available since contest on this blog has ended. Please see the list at the top of this entry for current contest entry places.)

    If you have questions regarding the contest, please send an e-mail to ContestQuestions@spellbinders.us.

    For more Spellbinders product release information go to Spellbinders Paper Arts.

    I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing how to make a framed layout using the Spellbinders' Grand 12" Heirloom Scroll Border as much as I enjoyed making it.  Don’t forget to register for the contest and have a great day!

    Edited to add: Some of you have asked when these dies will be available for purchase. Official word is that they should ship to retailers around the last week of February and be available for purchase around the first week of March.

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    Comments

    1. a place for ink says

      January 17, 2009 at 2:40 am

      Beautiful Scrolls~! I love the designing on the layout with the newest die!

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    2. lengow says

      January 17, 2009 at 3:00 am

      Very interesting project.
      Sally, your frames are unique.
      Salute- lengow.

      Reply
    3. Ruby says

      January 17, 2009 at 4:18 am

      Beautiful desgned layout and precise, clear tutorial. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    4. Karen Hunsaker says

      January 17, 2009 at 6:14 am

      What a beautiful border Sally. I love the way you used it on this page.
      Karen

      Reply
    5. Edna says

      January 17, 2009 at 6:33 am

      Gorgeous die and a beautiful result Sally. The page is magnificent. 🙂

      Reply
    6. Lastel says

      January 17, 2009 at 7:07 am

      What a beautiful page you have created with this gorgeous die ! My entry has been sent and I’m keeping my fingers crossed and praying I win !

      Reply
    7. Keri Sereika says

      January 17, 2009 at 7:40 am

      OH what a gorgeous die Sally! This one was one I hadn’t been able to see ahead of time an it is GORGEOUS!
      Your page is so neat! And really cool how you got two in one! I love it! I also liked how you showed the way you used the back of the brad as a clipiola holder!

      Reply
    8. Sue W. says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:01 am

      This is lovely. What a beautiful way to showcase the die.

      Reply
    9. Kim Howard says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:07 am

      The scrapbook page is absolutely beautiful, love seeing what you created!

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    10. Unni says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:28 am

      This was cool!! A fun way to use the border… COOL!!!
      Hugs from Unni

      Reply
    11. Jackie says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:52 am

      Just beautiful! I love the way you used that die on the scrapbook page – very cool!

      Reply
    12. cards4u says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:53 am

      Love what you did with this – TFS!!

      Reply
    13. Judy S says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:56 am

      Love this new border die, and you have showcased it fantastically!

      Reply
    14. Karen M. says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:02 am

      Beautiful border die! I love how you used it to create your pages–gorgeous!! Very inspiring!
      Karen M.

      Reply
    15. Rachelle says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:17 am

      very cool layout. I would never be able to make the 2 sided layout work out. awesome.

      Reply
    16. Dottie K says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:27 am

      Great layout! Love that dies are great for scrapbooking. 🙂

      Reply
    17. liannallama says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:42 am

      What a showpiece you have created! I love how you were so innovative to use both sides!

      Reply
    18. Sarah(Mustang) says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:48 am

      Beautiful pages, Loving the border.

      Reply
    19. Rosanne says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:53 am

      Oh, a grogeous die! Lovely layouts!

      Reply
    20. Carla Mayfield says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:57 am

      Beautiful and clever layouts, Sally Lynn! Thanks for showing how to make them!!

      Reply
    21. Sue McG says

      January 17, 2009 at 10:30 am

      I love your double sided layout – what a great way to use the transparency and double duty on the embellishments – very cool!

      Reply
    22. Sharon Harnist says

      January 17, 2009 at 10:40 am

      You smart girl — what a great way to get two layouts for the price of one! Beautiful pages!

      Reply
    23. Cathy M says

      January 17, 2009 at 11:21 am

      Wow this is die is awesome. I just love your beautiful layout. Love the different ways you can use this die. Thanks for the inspiring layout.

      Reply
    24. Sam says

      January 17, 2009 at 11:24 am

      wow, that’s a fancy border!! I’m off to put my entry in.

      Reply
    25. Judit V says

      January 17, 2009 at 11:52 am

      This is so beautiful…great job!

      Reply
    26. Karen G. says

      January 17, 2009 at 12:48 pm

      Absolutely beautiful. Love how you used the die on the pattern – I wouldn’t have thought of that.
      Great job.

      Reply
    27. Danae Fayard says

      January 17, 2009 at 1:30 pm

      Elegant swirls!
      Beautifully done
      Danae

      Reply
    28. Angi says

      January 17, 2009 at 4:19 pm

      that frame die is so cool! You’re layout is great and I love how you stenciled with the die – love the versatility of the Spellbinder dies!

      Reply
    29. Kristy says

      January 17, 2009 at 5:28 pm

      OMG — your pages are absolutely stunning!

      Reply
    30. Kristin Patterson says

      January 17, 2009 at 6:13 pm

      Really cool.

      Reply
    31. mamichelle says

      January 17, 2009 at 6:29 pm

      That is really beautiful, Sally Lynn!

      Reply
    32. Donna says

      January 17, 2009 at 6:56 pm

      Absolutely stunning ! I know I now need this new die as it is wonderful and I wouldn’t be so afraid to use my Copic airbrush after seeing what I can do with it ! TFS , I love your blog as it has been a favorite of mine for awhile !

      Reply
    33. Pam says

      January 17, 2009 at 7:43 pm

      Grand 12″ Heirloom Scroll Border, DIE SKU #S7-013,..this is definitely on the list. I love it and greatly inspired with your work. Thanks for the inspiration.It’s magic.

      Reply
    34. Wendy Lust says

      January 17, 2009 at 7:54 pm

      What a beautiful die!

      Reply
    35. JoAnn Burnhamj says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:17 pm

      Beautiful projects. Love this new border die.

      Reply
    36. MargieH says

      January 17, 2009 at 8:17 pm

      Great way to use this die template! What a great idea to use both sides – very clever :0)

      Reply
    37. Bree says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:22 pm

      I love this 12″ Heirloom Scroll Border… And really like how you used it in your scrapbooking projects- it’s fabulous!!

      Reply
    38. Carol Wehner says

      January 17, 2009 at 9:46 pm

      That was a most excellent layout! I love the use of the transparency. They rock!

      Reply
    39. Melanie says

      January 17, 2009 at 11:43 pm

      A beautiful die and a stunning layout – I mean two!! stunning layouts!! My entry is in and my fingers are crossed.

      Reply
    40. Coralee says

      January 18, 2009 at 12:18 am

      Very clever!! 🙂

      Reply
    41. Janet says

      January 18, 2009 at 1:33 am

      Gorgeous work. I love the way the scroll work peeks through the patterned paper–something I would not have thought of but will definitely try now! It reminds me of an elaborate quilting stitch that is added after all the fabric has been pieced together. Both front and back are lovely. Can’t wait to try this…thank you!

      Reply
    42. Marianne says

      January 18, 2009 at 4:29 am

      nice die — inspiring way you used it

      Reply
    43. Donya Schroeder says

      January 18, 2009 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks, Sally Lynn! I love your layout too. I keep looking at it and saying- Oh! I have that, and that, and that! so now I’m going to work tomorrow and putting them all together, lol!

      Reply
    44. Debbie (aka debbiedesigns) says

      January 19, 2009 at 7:16 pm

      Beautiful job, Sally Lynn!

      Reply
    45. Vicki (basement stamper) says

      January 21, 2009 at 12:12 pm

      WOW! What an awesome border with the new dies!! GORGEOUS layouts!! TFS!! 🙂

      Reply

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