Welcome to my blog stamping friends!
I hope you are enjoying the Spellbinders May Club Kit Blog Hop! What a fun and talented group of creators I get to collaborate with today! You may have arrived here from my friend, Jill Hillard's blog, glad you made it!
I am excited to share the Large Die of the month for May with you today. Spellbinders has several club kits that you can subscribe to; dies, stamps, glimmer hot foil, card kits. You should check out all the offerings, I think they are priced great! See your Club Kit choices HERE.
The Large Die of the month for May is the Kaleidoscope Card Creator, a set of 11 dies. You layer the 3 corner pieces and the 3 connector pieces to create a frame on your card. It's such a cool look. I have used this die set before to create three different looks, check those cards out HERE if you missed them. But today I really wanted to see if I could make a Slimline card with this die set, as Slimline cards are my obsession right now.
So, let's take a look at how my slimline card turned out.
I was thrilled that I was able to make my current fave, a Slimline card with this beautiful die set.
Here's a break down of what you need to create this card.
This slimline card measures 9" x 8" scored at 4".
You will need 4 of the corner pieces and 8 of the square connector pieces.
If you are not familiar with this die set there are 3 dies that you use to cut 3 pieces that layer to make one corner. There are also 3 dies that cut and layer to make a square connector piece. Of course you do not have to layer them, but I did for this card. The dimension that this look creates is stunning.
Let's take a closer look.
For the sentiment on this card I brought out my Glimmer Hot Foil machine, the Thank You Combo Glimmer Hot Foil set, and Aura foil. I have to tell you Aura is my favorite foil to use. It really goes with everything. And it is iridescent, you can see a rainbow of colors when you turn it in the light.
Also, if you have some pearls laying around that you have not used in a while, they are the perfect match for this die set! The center of these flowers are asking for a pearl!
I have some tips and tricks for you on this die set and making this card in the video below, check it out and subscribe to my YouTube Channel if you have not had a chance to do so. I have new videos all the time, if you don't want to miss them, ring the bell and YouTube will let you know when I post another crafty video.
GIVEAWAY!!!!!
As part of this Hop you have a chance to win a $25 shopping spree to the Spellbinders Shop! Just leave me a comment below to be entered into the drawing. I will announce the winner right here on my blog on 5/31! And if you'd like to be entered to win a $50 shopping spree to the Spellbinders shop make sure you click over to their post for this hop and leave a comment there as well.
Now that you have seen the awesomeness that is the Kaleidoscope Card Creator it is time to Hop along.
Next up on this hop is Hussena Calcuttawala, you'll want to check out what she has created to share with you!
If you got lost on the hop, let me help you find your way. Here are all the stops for the Club Kit Blog Hop:
Spellbinders Blog
Yana Smakula
Nichol Spohr
Tina Smith
Desiree Kuemmerle
Kathy Clement
Bibi Cameron
Jackie Pasko
Marie Heiderscheit
Jill Hilliard
You Are Here-----Carrie Rhoades
Hussena Calcuttawala
Jennifer Snyder
Jean Manis
Virginia Lu
Jeanne Jachna
Ilina Crouse
Below you will find all the things I used to make todays card. Affiliate links have been used. These links are a no cost way for you to support the makers that inspire you. Please shop the links of the creators that inspire you, it helps keep their blog and YouTube channel going. I know when you shop my links it means so much to me, so THANK YOU!
I hope you are enjoying the hop and that I see you again soon!
Elegant card design.
Posted by: Sue D | May 31, 2020 at 07:25 PM
This card is different in a striking way. I think it's classic.
Posted by: Krista's Paper Cafe | May 30, 2020 at 01:25 PM
Thank you so much Lynette. You noticed all the little details, I appreciate it so very much!
Be sure to tune in on the 31st to find out who is the winner of the $25 shopping spree to Spellbinders.
Good Luck and Happy Stamping,
Carrie
Posted by: Carrie Rhoades | May 28, 2020 at 08:25 PM
Love the addition your idea for the slimline card Carrie. Would have never known how to do your fix for the ends and
you can't see that you cut part to make it work. Thank you for your ideas of the bowl for the scraps and your gluing technique too. Very helpful. The subtle changes in your layering, the epoxy shimmer along with your foiled sentiments and pearls add without distraction. Nice.
Posted by: Lynette | May 28, 2020 at 03:02 PM
Beautiful card. Love the colors. The foil used went perfectly.
Thanks for sharing.
Denise
Posted by: Denise | May 27, 2020 at 05:08 AM
What a pretty card! I like the unusual long slim design! Thank you so much for a chance to win.
Posted by: Lori Sloan | May 26, 2020 at 04:52 PM
I love the tone on tone look of your slimline card. I need to start making slim lines.
Posted by: MJ1067 | May 26, 2020 at 10:29 AM
It takes a lot of patience to assemble the layers for all those pieces but your end result is so worth the effort. The tip on centering foiling on a die cut is really helpful, too.
Posted by: Audre G | May 26, 2020 at 03:16 AM
Wow, what a fun and unique die. There are so many possible ways to use this die, and that frame looks wonderful on your slim card.
Posted by: karenladd | May 26, 2020 at 01:19 AM
Love those summery colors! What a beautiful die set! Thanks for sharing your inspiration!
Posted by: Susan Young | May 25, 2020 at 09:56 PM
This is definitely a wow card. Thanks for showing it works as a slimline card aswell
Posted by: Debbie Selby | May 25, 2020 at 09:49 PM
Fantastic cards sooo pretty
Posted by: Wendy | May 25, 2020 at 07:51 PM
That card is absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Anna Tooley | May 25, 2020 at 06:41 PM
Wow, very elaborate card. Almost like a jigsaw puzzle. Very beautiful. TFS
Posted by: Juanita | May 25, 2020 at 05:37 PM
Beautiful! love the colors you used.
Posted by: Connie Melancon | May 25, 2020 at 12:21 PM
Wow! This card is so beautiful and elegant! I love the slimline design and the elegant colour combo. The new dies are just fantastic!
Posted by: Nandini Karmarkar | May 24, 2020 at 12:55 PM
Wow! What a beautiful card! I love how you made the frame with all the connector pieces!
Posted by: Lauryne Cunningham | May 24, 2020 at 09:43 AM
Have yet to make a slimline card but
love the idea. Your card is
spectacular. Lots of work but well
worth the effort. thanks for sharing
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Posted by: Mary Holshouser | May 24, 2020 at 09:07 AM
First time seeing this type of layering die. Nice video of the build process.
Posted by: Scraporcraft | May 24, 2020 at 03:06 AM
What a cool set! So versatile for different sizes, and make such a great frame.
Posted by: Dorothy A | May 23, 2020 at 11:21 PM
Elegant card..Love this...
Posted by: R Sindhu Manokaran | May 23, 2020 at 09:14 PM
How innovative to use these dies for a slimline card, totally love the outcome.
Posted by: Chandhini | May 23, 2020 at 06:24 PM
WOW WOW WOW!!!!! The color changing look is amazing!
Posted by: Sharon Gullikson | May 23, 2020 at 04:22 PM
very pretty - love the slim line cards!
Posted by: Sandra | May 23, 2020 at 01:24 PM
So glad you picked a slimline card as these are fast becoming a favorite. I looked at your previous videos as well as this one featuring the Large DOM for May. They are quite informative and the presentation flows easily, is full of tips and has helped me avoid some potential disasters; so a big thanks! Great information on how to glimmer an already die cut panel!
I had a "why didn't I think of that" moment when you presented the tip to water your glue down a little and use a paint brush to apply to an intricate pattern. You would be laughing if you watched me try to glue the Romancing the Swirl (S5-366) intricate pattern to a card panel! More glue on me than the panel. I will have to try the foil you used in this presentation; it is very pretty. I have several of the kaleidoscope dies which produce such lovely cards and you seem to have an eye for getting the right colors and in the right order. I like your putting the darker shade in the middle on the frame you cut in half, which is very effective.
Posted by: MaryH | May 23, 2020 at 01:02 PM
absolutely love the watermelon card!
Posted by: Cynthia Poorman | May 23, 2020 at 11:20 AM
What an elegant card! I love the texture that die adds
Posted by: Debbie Rumpza | May 23, 2020 at 08:21 AM
Just fabulous card ! Love the size of your card!
Thanks for the chance to win the prize!
Posted by: MBFairySky | May 23, 2020 at 08:05 AM
I am impressed! Thank you for this inspiration! Loving the slim line card!!!
Posted by: Cindy Fowler | May 23, 2020 at 07:50 AM
Thank you! I am making cards with this beautiful set like crazy! Color choices seem to be endless and your use of the 9x4 card size and the pearls...WOW me.
Posted by: Pamela Harris | May 23, 2020 at 05:54 AM
Your card is stunning! I haven't made a slimline card yet, but will definitely do so now. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Joy Campbell | May 23, 2020 at 04:37 AM
Amazing card! Thanks for showing us how to use this die set to make a slimline card and also how to foil a die cut.
Posted by: Michele W | May 23, 2020 at 04:22 AM
Such a pretty card! And a great video tutorial too! I enjoy watching your videos, you're such a happy & fun person to watch be creative. Thank you for great card inspiration for me to try out with my Glimmer 'n Cut kit!
Posted by: Tracy B. | May 23, 2020 at 01:16 AM
Wow... what a gorgeous card! Love the design of these beautiful dies! Fabulous slimline card!
Posted by: Denise Bryant | May 22, 2020 at 10:45 PM
Gorgeous card! So bright and lovely.
Posted by: Marisela Delgado | May 22, 2020 at 09:07 PM
Your card is so pretty. Love how you can use the die for different size cards. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Barbara Matthews | May 22, 2020 at 07:57 PM
Wow!! What a stunning design with the slim line card!!! Love how you arranged all the die cuts!
Posted by: Beverly Jordan | May 22, 2020 at 07:52 PM
Love your card. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Jody V | May 22, 2020 at 07:34 PM
Wow Carrie, this is a GORGEOUS card! You are right, that Aurora glimmer is really magnificent! So shimmery! I really like how you layered that die atop one another to get that cool tunnel in look of a kaleidoscope and the sunny colors! Pearls are the pièce de ré·sis·tance! Crafty hugs and cheers! Lizzardsbf
Posted by: Liz B Ford | May 22, 2020 at 05:39 PM
Slimline cards are a favorite of mine, too. Love your elegant, very detailed card design!
Posted by: Eva N | May 22, 2020 at 03:55 PM
stunning card - love how you put it all together:)
Posted by: Dee Earnshaw | May 22, 2020 at 03:44 PM
Those kaleidoscope dies are very elegant!
Posted by: Rebecca | May 22, 2020 at 02:16 PM
Love how pretty your card turned out and love those dies
Posted by: Judy Parker | May 22, 2020 at 02:14 PM
Love this slimline card. The kaleidoscope dies are terrific. Thanks for being part of the hop.
Posted by: Barbie Jo Bonnett | May 22, 2020 at 01:27 PM