Large Die of the Month - Right as Rain

Spellbinders Botanical Atrium Card

Hello! This month’s Large Die of the Month kit at Spellbinders kit features a botanical atrium design. The open feel of an atrium brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication, making it perfect for cards that convey thoughtful sentiments or celebrate special occasions.

- Dry-emboss Royal Amethyst cardstock with the Tiny Dots folder and cut with the atrium outline die in the Large Die of the Month set.
- Cut the atrium overlay from texture cardstock.
- Press the sentiment in black on white cardstock with the plate in the Bestie Sentiments set. Cut with the coordinating die.
- Cut the floral elements and butterflies with the dies in the Large Die of the Month set. Assemble as required.
- Glue the floral elements to the dry-embossed purple panel. Glue the sentiment to the atrium overlay. Glue the overlay to the bottom piece and add assembly to an A2-size card base.
- Embellish with butterflies attached with foam squares.

Whether adorned with rich colors or soft pastels, an atrium-inspired card evokes a connection between nature and design, making it a timeless choice for any recipient.

Cozy Toes Slippers: Valentine’s Card Twist

Hello! While the Cozy Toes Slippers set (the October 2024 Large Die of the Month offering at Spellbinders) is designed with the holidays in mind, its versatility makes it perfect for a variety of occasions. For Valentine’s Day, I paired penguin slippers with a charming custom sentiment. This project showcases how a single die set can inspire many creative possibilities, adapting the same design for different themes.

- Cut a 4″ x 5 1/4″ panel of Echo Park Love Notes patterned paper.
- Add a strip of gray cardstock and white cardstock along the bottom of the patterned paper panel to simulate a floor and baseboard.
- Cut the Cozy Toes Slippers from a variety of cardstock colors. Assemble.
- Add the slippers to the patterned paper panel. Trim along the top as necessary and add to an A2-size card base.
- Create a custom sentiment on your computer and cut with the banner die in the Cozy Toes Slippers set. Add to the card front with foam adhesive.

See the other cards I created with the Cozy Toes Slippers set HERE, HERE, and HERE.

Elegant Valentine Card with a Monster Twist

Hello! Following the design of my first Valentine’s Day card with the Spellbinders December 2024 Large Die Kit Club Monster Love Pop set, I’ve created a new version with this month’s Caboodle Bonus! This card showcases a playful monster in formal Valentine colors—gold, black, white, and red—holding a love letter in one hand and a heart on a stick in the other. This card combines sophistication with whimsy. Scroll for info on the Big Holiday Wrap-Up, available from December 17, 2024, to December 25, 2024, at 11:59 PST.

- Create a patterned paper frame (Honey Bee Pinstripes And Polka Dots Holiday) with a die in the Underwater Tunnel set.
- Adhere a coordinating patterned paper to an A2-size card base, leaving a narrow white border from the cardstock base for added contrast.
- Add the frame to the base with foam adhesive.
- Cut the monster, heart, and sentiment with dies in the Monster Love Pop and You’re My Favorite Monster sets from a variety of cardstock colors. Assemble.
- Cut accessories and heart embellishments with dies in the Parcel & Post Mailbox and Parcel & Post Heart Decorations sets.
- Press the Always and Forever sentiment and cut with the coordinating die.

Monster Love: Easy Valentine’s Day Card

Hello! Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to get creative, and what’s more charming than a playful monster spreading love? This card, made with the Spellbinders December 2024 Large Die Kit Club Monster Love Pop set, combines an adorable die-cut monster, a heart accent, and the simple sentiment “Be Mine.” With a patterned paper background and a die-cut frame to spotlight the monster, this card is as easy to make as it is delightful to give.

- Create a patterned paper frame (Love Notes) with a die in the Underwater Tunnel set. Add to an A2-size card base with foam adhesive.
- Cut the monster, heart, and sentiment with dies in the Monster Love Pop set from a variety of cardstock colors. Also cut glitter foam with the heart and monster body. Assemble. The glitter foam provides dimension.
- Add heart, monster, and sentiment to center of card.

With its whimsical design, easy assembly, and the use of patterned paper to add visual interest, this card is perfect for crafting a heartfelt Valentine with minimal effort!

Sugarplum Wishes Card with Santa Slippers

Hello! The versatility of Cozy Toes Slippers set shines again in my latest creation! The October 2024 Large Die of the Month offering at Spellbinders is now available for individual sale. This time, I’ve crafted a festive card featuring Santa slippers, paired with the whimsical sentiment “Sugarplum Wishes.” This is the third card I’ve made with this set, showcasing how easy it is to use the same overall design while creating different looks. Check out my earlier blog posts to see how I used this versatile set to create cards featuring penguin and reindeer slippers for more cozy inspiration!

- Cover an A-2 size card base with patterned paper.
- With the Cozy Toes Slippers set, cut slippers, legs, and pajamas from a variety of cardstock colors, prints, and textures. Assemble.
- Add elements to the card front with adhesive. Trim as necessary.
- Press the sentiment in black ink on Snowdrift cardstock and cut with the coordinating die. Add to the card with foam adhesive.