Hello Crafty Friends - I am here with a Dino themed Shadow Box featuring products from Clear Scraps. I was inspired to create this shadow box for my grandson. He loves dinosaurs and colors green and blue. So, I decided to create this fun dino themed shadow box.
Step 1. I gather all the piece from the Wood Shadow Box 8x11 along with the Green paints and the blue paint. Then, paint all the pieces in green paint*(I mixed the two greens together to get a mid-tone green).
Step 2. I painted the insert pieces edges in the blue paint and assmebled it.
Step 3. I adhered the box together. I inserted the inside pieces.
Step 4. I used a bit of masking tape to hold the box together until it dried.
Step 5. I decorated the box with some stickers that I backed with light weight chipboad. I used my glue tool and glue sticks to adhere to the top and bottom corners of the box.
Now, the Wood Shadow Box 8x11 is complete and sready to be filled lots of fun Dinosaurs and other favorite things.
Thank you for stopping by the blog today. I hope you found some inspiration!
You can find even more Wood Shadow Boxes and a variety of amazing products on the Clear Scraps site.
Hello Crafty Friends - Annie here - Are you looking for a fun and creative way to package a small gift for a teacher, student, or back-to-school celebration? This adorable mini backpack gift box is the perfect project! Made with textured cardstock and a backpack die set, this little backpack is sturdy enough to hold candy, gift cards, or other small surprises while making an unforgettable presentation.
The combination of rich green cardstock and colorful school-themed patterned paper gives this project a playful classroom feel that's perfect for the season.
Die cut the flap insert from your school-themed patterned paper featuring colorful crayons or other classroom images. Adhere it to the inside flap using Bearly Art Glue.
Step 3 – Assemble the Backpack
Fold along all score lines and begin assembling the backpack following your die set instructions. Use Bearly Art glue on the side tabs and bottom for a strong, permanent hold.
Step 4 – Add the Details
Attach the lighter green accent pieces to the front flap, center strap, and pocket closures using liquid adhesive. These layered pieces create realistic stitching and texture that make the backpack look even more authentic.
Step 5 – Build the Front Pockets
Assemble and adhere the two front pockets to the backpack front, making sure they're evenly spaced before securing them in place.
Step 6 – Add the Closure
Attach small pieces of black Velcro beneath the front strap so the backpack can open and close easily while keeping the contents secure.
Step 7 – Fill and Enjoy
Fill your finished backpack with candy, mini school supplies, a gift card, or a heartfelt note. It's the perfect little gift for teachers, students, classmates, or anyone heading back to school.
Designer Tips
Use textured cardstock to give the backpack a realistic fabric appearance.
Choose patterned paper that matches your occasion—school, holidays, birthdays, or sports themes all work beautifully.
Tear Tape provides extra durability for 3D projects that will be handled often.
Add a personalized name tag or monogram to make each backpack unique.
Perfect For
Back-to-school gifts
Teacher appreciation
First day of school surprises
Classroom party favors
Gift card holders
Small treats and candy packaging
This mini backpack is a fun way to turn simple cardstock into an eye-catching gift box. With just a few die cuts, textured cardstock, and patterned paper, you'll have a handmade project that's as practical as it is adorable!
The party runs from July 17th -24th, share your holiday cards with us and you'll be entered to win some fabulous prizes! The more entries you have, the better your chances at winning! Grab your Christmas and winter holiday supplies and start building your stash of holiday cards!
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The Design Team have all created cards to help advertise the Linky Party. I hope you'll head to the BYSHC BLOG to see some wonderful inspiration from all of them.
Hello Crafty Friends - I am here with a Christmas card featuring theWaffle Flower Sunflower Die and the Postage Collage Die for the Die Cut Divas challenge. This month's the challenge is Christmas in July.
I simple cut the postage collage die from white cardstock and I splattered it with Imagine Crafts Sheer Shimmer Craft Spray in Gold. adhered it onto dark green cardstock.Then I die cut the Sunflower from two shades of Red cardstock and glued the layers together. I cut the center from Shimmer Gold cardstock and adhered it to the centers of the flowers. I die cut a few pine branches(from my stash) from two shades of green cardstock and adhered them behind the flowers. I finished off the card with some gold gems.
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Hello Crafty Friends - Annie here - Let's bring on the sunshine with this bright and cheerful Hello Summer Card! Featuring soft popsicle patterns, layered die cuts, and a glittery summer treat, this card is perfect for sending warm-weather greetings to friends and family.
Cut a piece of yellow cardstock to create an A2-sized card base (4¼" x 5½"). Set aside.
Step 2: Die Cut the Layers
Using your various dies, cut:
A large stitched rectangle from yellow cardstock for the background panel.
A long decorative panel from white cardstock for the center of the card.
Two accent pieces from pattern papers to layer behind your focal elements.
A die cut doily from white cardstock.
Step 3: Add Summer Color
Using a paint brush, apply acrylic paints to the punched out words:
Turquoise for cool accents.
Yellow for sunny highlights.
Allow the paint to dry completely before assembling.
Step 4: Create the Focal Image
Choose a popsicle from the Summer Chipboard Punchouts. Add a bit of glue to the popsicle and place the specialty paper onto it. The texture of the paper creates a frosty summer look. I let dry then I trimmed the extra paper.
Step 5: Build the Card Front
Next, I adhered the die cut pattern paper to the white cardstock(2-1/4"x5-1/4"). I centered and adhered the popsicle paper onto the white cardstock strip and then adhered the turquoise paper allow a bit of space between the papers.
Adhere the yellow background panel to the card base.
Step 6: Add the Sentiment
Attach the "Hello" from the Summer Puchout Chipboard word near the top of the center panel. I added the Summer Word just below the hello.
Step 7: Finish the Focal Point
I adhere the popsicle chipboard punchout on top of the doily. I placed the doily element toward the lower right side of the card. I used foam tabs to make it stand out.
Step 8: Embellish
Scatter several tiny gems around the card front to add sparkle and visual balance.
Step 9: Complete Your Card
Check that all layers are secure and enjoy your bright summer-inspired creation!
Thank you for stopping by the blog today. I hope you found some inspiration! You can find even more chipboard shapes, chipboard words and a variety of amazing products on the Clear Scraps site.
