RAINBOWS AND FLAT BOTTOM CLOUDS

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When I used the oval frames for this project, I had all the solid shapes leftover, providing the perfect opportunity for this design!

I cut all the ovals in half, white embossed the sentiment, then stamped the heart over top. Buffed off the residual ink sitting on top of the embossing from the heart. Then I stacked all the ovals together, slightly imperfectly, as is my usual custom.

BTW, I highly recommend using a DETAIL embossing powder for these types of sentiments for crisp results—the image lines are finer and regular grind powders can obliterate/blur the lines.

Inks, whether dye or pigment, have a tendency to “sit” on the surface of Card Shoppe card stocks (they’re a deliciously heavier weight than most, at 100#) so I decided to heat emboss the sentiment, and stamp the heart AFTERWARDS so that I wouldn’t have powder sticking to the heart. If you have extra time, you could do it in reverse, heat set the heart, then pounce it with anti-static powder to make sure it’s thoroughly dry before stamping and embossing the sentiment. I figured I’d rather save time, since the end results would be pretty much the same anyway.

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I love how the Essentials Squares enabled me to create a gold foil frame that gives the illusion of an additional layer, but no bulk. Clouds were popped up with foam tape to match the height of the rainbow itself—when you stack that many layers, it does get a bit thick/chunky, but IMHO, totally worth the end result and it’s actually still mailable!

I’m totally making another rainbow card with the other half of these ovals . . . EEP!!!

Have a fab day!

EBE MARCH RELEASE IS NOW LIVE!

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It’s here! It’s here!!! And, YOU’RE here! •big cheeky grin• I’m really glad you are and THANK YOU for stoppin’ here on the hop! If you haven’t checked it out yet, the whole release is available to view HERE.

Hop Giveaway info...

We’ve got super fun prizes!!! One random & lucky commenter will win $25 to the EH shop and one will win the whole March Essentials by Ellen release!!! To enter for a chance to win, make sure to leave comments at each stop along the hop! Comment before Thursday, March 12th at 11:59pm PST. Winners will be notified by email.

If you haven’t seen it, I was a guest on the Ellen Hutson Blog on Saturday, and shared a process video (←link) for how to make this super fun shaker with the rainbow bursting out of the Mondo OMG die—How ‘bout dem Essential Ovals?!?! Am I right?! •monkey clapping•

My next share below was an offshoot of this and it turned out even more adorable than I imagined!

That Swirl Background makes my head spin with all the ideas I wanna use it for! It’s quite hypnotizing!

And look at my little Circus Elephant!!! I was going to color him, but he just “popped” the way he was in black and white, so I sat on my hands. I think that was a good move on my part.

You did spy my alternative use of the OMG die on this one, right?! •wink• I felt kinda clever—just a little bit, mind you.

Alrighty—Thanks for leaving some comment love and off you go to the next stop! Hop Roster is listed right below and, may the odds be ever in your favour . . .

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MARCH 2020 ESSENTIALS BY ELLEN RELEASE:

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HANDY VALENTINES

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Hand gestures convey so much in a conversation—I can’t talk without my hands; I’ve tried! Like so many parents, when my kiddos were little, I’d stretch my arms out wide and tell them I’d loved them “thiiiiiiiis much” (which they understood to mean “to infinity and beyond”, LOL!). Prior to that, it was the Mister who taught me the ASL sign (card on the right); his brother is deaf. So my kids grew up seeing both pretty much every day of their lives.

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LEFT CARD TIPS:

  • After using a Copic marker to “paint” the nails, I added a Sakura Clear Glaze to the tips, for a glossy shine (camera didn’t pick that up well, tho.)

  • The hands are popped up just at the palms with thin 3D foam squares for a little dimension.

RIGHT CARD TIPS:

  • When both sides of a die cut are going to be visible, you might want to place a layer or two of scratch paper beneath your card stock; my cutting pads were heavily etched and if I don’t protect the back side of the card stock with scratch paper, the etch marks will often transfer to the back die cut paper when running it through the machine. No likey.

  • I elongated the “arm” by placing it high enough onto the card stock that I could use a craft knife to quickly cut the arms any length I wanted (the bottom of these dies, at the wrist, were purposely designed this way to allow for lengthening the arm).

  • Curl the finger tips as desired (the barrel of a pen or pencil is handy for this) and use glue to secure in place.

Fun and easy, right?! My favorite!

Tomorrow I’ll have a new Hello, Monday video using these same stamps and dies—I think you’ll like it (turned out adorable, if I do say so m’self!) so be sure to check that out on the Ellen Hutson blog HERE.

Catch ya’ later!

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BEAR COZY KIT

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When I was a kid, I used to hand-embroider things like dishcloths, pillowcases and hankies and I had a little box to keep my flosses, needles, bits of fabric and an embroidery hoop. It was the very first hand-craft I can remember trying. (insert happy sigh here)

I’ve been having so much fun with this kit—I made THREE cozies straight away and man, I gotta say that I had forgotten how satisfying and relaxing just doing a simple blanket stitch (totally optional, but, isn’t it purdy????) is! I could makes these guys all day long, seriously! And, they’re just soOOoo stinkin’ cute, I can’t even . . . •all the heart eyes•

I added just two simple straight stitches to each of the eyes on my white bear, for eyelashes. And, my brown bear in the background has an even simpler whip stitch around his edges. love LOVE!!!

Here’s a few more details:

The kit is $29.99 and includes the dies, enough felt to make 12 cozies, coordinating embroidery floss, and access to additional digital content. It's perfect for a crafty get together with friends and I already know my granddaughter will want to make a pink bear cozy (pink is her favorite color, naturally!)

It all comes in a reusable, vinyl mesh zippered bag—super handy for keeping everything organized, storage AND for taking on-the-go! I love the fact that this kit is set up for peeps who like to sew and those who don't (various adhesives are listed below)—check out my YouTube video on the Ellen Hutson channel HERE for easy-peasy how-to’s and tips!


I can’t take the cuteness . . .

Have a fab day!

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CLASSES IN SACRAMENTO, CA - MAR 6, 7 & 8

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Once a year, I teach live card-making classes at my friend Stephanie Nishikawa’s Paper Garden Boutique. I have two classes I’ve been preparing for that feature some of my most favorite ideas for simple, yet beautiful cards!

Here’s the details:

Paper Garden Boutique
565 Pavilions Lane
Sacramento, CA . 95825
916-487-2737

• PLEASE CONTACT THE STORE TO REGISTER & RESERVE YOUR SEAT •
SPACE IS LIMITED TO 20 ADULTS PER SESSION

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TASTE THE RAINBOW - $40

We’ll make a collection of 10 cards with rainbow theme and/or ombré effects. Techniques may include watercolor, ink blending, washi tape, die cutting, some clever stamping tricks/tips, and more! This class is fast-paced, with basic stamping and card-making skills recommended. Please bring your own detail scissors, preferred adhesive and a small paper trimmer.

  • Friday, March 6th 10am–12pm

  • Saturday, March 7th 10am–12pm

  • Sunday, March 8th 10am–12pm

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DOUBLE UP - $40

For every featured stamp/stamp set or die, we’ll create two different looks, for a total of 10 cards! Techniques may include Peek-a-boo windows, eclipse die cutting, DIY chipboard, 3D stamping and more. This class is fast-paced, with basic stamping and card-making skills recommended. Please bring your own detail scissors, preferred adhesive and a small paper trimmer.

  • Friday, March 6th 2–4pm

  • Saturday, March 7th 2–4pm

  • Sunday, March 8th 2–4pm

I’m sooooo lookin’ forward to a ton of paper craftin’ fun, plenty of laughs and mondo squishy hugs! If you can join us, I hope to see you there!