Showing posts with label confetti washi. Show all posts
Showing posts with label confetti washi. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 6, 2021

The Ultimate 2020 Brad Set

If I (Lauren) had to choose just ONE Eyelet Outlet product to sum up last year, it would surely have to be the brand new Mask, Hand Sanitizer and Soap Brads which debuted this week. They are not just super-useful for making cards, layouts and journal pages with distinctive 2020 style, they're also kind of adorable don't you think?

I've paired them with simple, computer-generated sentiments and fun rainbow-colored styles of EO Washi... (Elephant TapeStripes and Confetti to be exact!) ...but there are nearly endless possibilities for these, so stay tuned to the Eyelet Outlet Blog to see more ideas from our stellar design team!

looks forward to someday 
not needing a mask!

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Unicorns, Rainbows and Sunshine

Even if none of the above are in the actual forecast for this week, I (Lauren) am happy that I can produce such a combination in card form, using the brand new Eyelet Outlet Unicorn and Rainbow Brads!


I used Gina K's awesome Wreathbuilder Template and Mandala Maker stamp set to construct a basic mandala, then added punched circles and hearts to make the design even more colorful. In addition to the Unicorns and Rainbows I placed a Sun and Cloud Brad in the center medallion. I also placed a strip of Confetti Washi across the base to anchor my mandala, and flanked with with strips of Skinny Tape.


Stay tuned for more inspiration right here on the Eyelet Outlet Blog!

still loves Unicorns!

Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Concentration Card Kit

Hi!  It's Kim from Katydid Cards and today I'm sharing the final card kit being offered by Eyelet Outlet at trade shows.  This kit is a humorous adaptation of that old TV game show, "Concentration".   Here's a look at each of the cards provided in the kit.




Here's a more in-depth version of the tutorial with step by step pictures just in case you had any additional questions

First, you'll cover the nine white squares with your favorite Washi Tape.



Fold the excess washi over the edges of the square or trim it off scissors.  Note:  If you find it easier, you can use a small circle punch to trim the notch.



To ensure good adhesion, burnish the washi tape with a bone folder or your thumb.



Attach the washi covered squares to the card flaps. Align the tops with the score lines on the flaps, being sure the notch is to the bottom.  After you attach each one, check to be sure the flap opens properly.  If not, carefully remove it and reapply.



Attach the white panel with the emotion words to the reverse of the card front. There are faint lines on the panel to help you with placement.  We applied adhesive to the front edges of the white panel and to the back of the card front around the flaps to make sure it’s attached well.



Insert the Emotion Brads on the white panel, making sure they coincide with the words. Note:  We use a paper piercer to make the hole and then insert the brad.



After it’s inserted, we flip to the back of the panel to flatten the prongs.



Attach the rectangle that matches the color of the card base over the back of the panel to hide the prongs.



Next, attach the yellow mats to the front of the card. On our card, we attached the large bottom mat directly to the card front and the small top mat with pop dots.  The mats can be attached either way, it’s your personal preference.



Attach the printed greetings, centered on the yellow mats. On our card, we attached the large bottom greeting with pop dots and the small top greeting directly on the mat.  As with the mats, the sentiments can be attached either way.



Decorate the white sentiment panel with washi tape and attach to the inside of the card.



With your left-over Washi Tape, why not take a minute to decorate the envelope flap.
And finally, here's a picture of each card individually.







I hope you enjoyed seeing how these kits go together and are inspired to get some for yourself at the trade show you visit.


Kim from Katydid Cards
Who provided the inspiration for these cards?  Katy did!

Tuesday, April 3, 2018

You're a Catch

Hello everyone!  It's Kim from Katydid Cards with you today.

The Brown Teddy Bear Brads offered at Eyelet Outlet are just plain adorable!  The package comes with both sitting and standing bears.  And there's also Pink & Blue Teddy Bears, perfect for a baby themed card or layout.

I knew exactly what I wanted to do with my Teddy Bears when I got this, "You're Clawsome", stamp set.  Does this claw machine bring back memories for you?  It does for me!  I used to love playing this (and many other) games in the arcade when I was young.


I stamped the image and scanned it into the computer as I wanted to make several layers with different apertures.

For the top layer, I cut around the perimeter of the claw machine on a panel which is 4" x 5 1/4".  I placed Confetti Washi Tape on the wall and Hardwood Washi Tape on the floor.  The opening I cut allowed me to wrap the washi around it so it's nice and secure.

The second layer has the stamped image, colored with Copic markers.  I cut a rectangle around the inside of the claw machine.  I attached a piece of acetate directly to the back of this layer and then adhered it to the bottom layer after coloring and attaching the brads.

So, the bottom layer shows the complete image minus the teddy bears included on the stamped image as I didn't want them to peek out from behind the brads.  Since I scanned this into my computer, I was able to erase the teddy bears with ease.  I colored the shute and claw.  Here's a closer look at the brads behind the acetate.




Inside, the sentiment plays off the Teddy Bears with another little bear brad to accent.  I cut the panel a bit smaller so I had room to border it with some additional Confetti Washi Tape.

 

I'd like to make another one of these with a combination of brads as I think that would look awesome and is a fantastic way to combine brads leftover from previous projects.

Thanks for visiting!  I'll see you next week with another project!


Kim from Katydid Cards
Who provided the inspiration for these cards?  Katy did!

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Washi Tape Gift Cards and Chicken Stock Gifts!!

Two of my favorite things to do are crafting and cooking, so why not combine the two together?!?  I made some yummy chicken stock in my crockpot, then used the Eyelet Outlet Washi tape as labels.  I then used the same washi tape for the cute little card when I give some of the chicken stock away to friends and family.



Here is a video tutorial on how to made the labels for the containers, how to make the cards, and the chicken stock recipe!!



Both of these items, the container of homemade chicken broth and the card, could be given as a gift to someone for when they are sick, need a pick me up, or just to let them know you are thinking about them.  So if you are giving a gift you have to have a card to go with it!!


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Spring Bubble Brads, Confetti Washi, Bunny Washi, Geometric Washi

Without further ado here is my chicken stock recipe:



Crockpot Chicken Stock


Makes about 16 cups (6 quart crockpot)
Step 1 - Cook your chicken
Ingredients
1 whole chicken
1 onion rough chopped or a handfull of green onions (I used green onions from my garden)
1 whole head of garlic smashed
2- 3 Fresh Rosemary stems
2-3 Fresh Thyme Stems
1 lime - cut in half (or lemon)
Salt and pepper chicken

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker: Place onion, garlic, and lime in the bottom of the pot.  Add chicken breast up.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Add fresh herbs on top.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Enjoy your yummy chicken for dinner!!!

Step 2 - Make the Stock
Ingredients
Bones from the chicken you just cooked
Veggies, Herbs, and lime from above
Carrots
Celery
Peppers
Eggplant
Squash
Greens
Other herbs (sage, parsley, etc)
Any other veggie you have

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker: Place all the bones, skin, small bits of chicken, tendons, neck, etc all in the pot.   Roughly chop the vegetables and herbs and scatter them around the chicken.
  2. Cover with water: Add enough water to cover the chicken bones.
  3. Cook for at least 8 hours: Set the slow cooker to "low" and cook for at least 8 hours or just overnight.  When you wake in the morning just turn it off to cool.
  4. Strain the stock: Set a strainer over a large bow l and pour entire stock through the strainer into the bowl.
  5. Store the stock: Divide the stock between several containers and label with washi tape. Cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Container Supplies
Plastic Storage Containers
Washi Tape - Eyelet Outlet
Marker - Copic

Card Supplies
Card Base - Canvas Corp Brands
Cardstock - Bazzill
Washi Tape - Eyelet Outlet
Brads - Eyelet Outlet
Ink - Prima & Clearsnap
Punch - Marvy
Adhesive -  Tombow
Paper Piercer
Foam mat (mouse pad)
Enjoy!!


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