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Special Delivery! A Snail Mail Card

Hello! Who says mail delivery has to be boring? My latest card brings a delightful twist to happy mail with a charming little snail on a mission! Using the Snail Mail Post die set—this month’s Small Die of the Month offering at Spellbinders—I crafted a whimsical scene featuring a determined snail, a colorful post box, and cheerful tulips. This snail is ready to spread joy, one letter at a time!

- Add patterned paper to an A2-size card base.
- Cut snail, post box, and tulips with dies in the Snail Mail Post set from a variety of cardstock colors. Assemble.
- Stamp Message Strips sentiment on Classic White cardstock in black ink and cut with a coordinating die.
- Cut patterned paper with the sloped line die in the Snail Mail Post set to create the ground. Attach to card base.
- Add elements to the card with foam squares and dot adhesive.

Spellbinders Lock & Key Mailbox

Hello! Step back in time with the Spellbinders Lock & Key Mailbox die set—the April Large Die of the Month Club release! This detailed vintage post box captures the romance of handwritten letters and classic correspondence. With the sentiment built right in, it serves as both the focal point and a time-saving element, making assembly effortless. Whether you’re crafting for a special occasion or simply sending a heartfelt note, this design brings nostalgia and charm to every creation.

- Cover an A2-card base with patterned paper.
- Cut the mailbox, letter, and flowers with dies in the Lock & Key Mailbox set. Use the mailbox outline die to cut black foam. Assemble the mailbox, backing the assembly with the foam piece. Adhere to the card base.
- Assemble the flower and envelope, slipping elements into the mailbox slot. Glue key to the card.

Adorable Crocodile Birthday Card

Hello! Why use just one die set when you can mix and match for even more creative fun? This charming birthday card features a crocodile carrying a bundle of balloons, brought to life with dies from two different Spellbinders kit clubs.

- Create an A2-size card base from textured white cardstock.
- Cut patterned paper with the largest die in the Essential Stylish Ovals set. Create the ground by cutting patterned paper with the same die and trimming. Add patterned pieces together and to the card case.
- Cut crocodile, balloons, and clouds with dies in the Hooray! It’s Your Birthday and Birthday Bliss sets. Assemble.
- Heat-emboss the Message Strips sentiment on black cardstock and cut with the coordinating die.
- Add assembled elements to the card base with dot and foam adhesive.

The Hooray! It’s Your Birthday and Birthday Bliss, as well as other past kit clubs, are on sale through April 8, 2025!

Spellbinders | Step Into Spring

Hello! Today, I’m sharing a cheerful handmade card featuring a pair of rainboots brimming with vibrant spring blossoms. Created with a previous Spellbinders Small Die kit, this floral rainboot card is sure to brighten someone’s day! The Rainboot Bouquet and other past kit clubs are now on sale through April 8, 2025!

- - Create an A2-size card base and cover with a panel of patterned paper.
  - Cut the Rainboot Bouquet pieces from a variety of cardstock colors and assemble.
  - Stamp the Message Strips sentiment in black ink and cut with a coordinating die in the set.
  - Add the assembled Rainboot Bouquet and sentiment to the card base using foam adhesive as needed.

I previously used the Rainboot Bouquet die set HERE.

“Hello Sunshine” Spring Card

Hello! The arrival of spring always feels like a fresh start, and this card captures that spirit with cheerful colors and sweet birds perched on budding tree limbs. The “Hello Sunshine” sentiment adds the perfect touch of warmth, making this card a lovely way to share some seasonal joy. Created with Spellbinders die sets, it’s a bright and happy nod to spring’s beauty!

- Cut outside layer with the largest die in the Underwater Tunnel set from an A2-size panel of Classic White cardstock.
- Cut the teal layer with the next largest die in the Underwater Tunnel set from an A2-size panel of Waterfall cardstock.
- Stamp the Typewriter Adventure Sentiments sentiment in black ink on a panel of Beeswax cardstock.
- With the Perched Birds set, cut birds, leaves, and tree limbs from a variety of cardstock colors; assemble as required.
- For background visual interest, cut clouds from Classic White cardstock with dies in the On Cloud Nine set.
- Assemble the Underwater Tunnel layers and sentiment panel, leaving room to tuck in the tree limbs and clouds; add assembly to an A2-size card base.
- Tuck limbs into layers and adhere. Add clouds. Add assembled birds to scene with foam adhesive squares.