Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Check this out.......a new die!

 
I am here with a very VERY special post today!  My good friend Laurie Willison of Soapbox Creations had this idea for a new die.  She had this vision and brought it to life!  I think this die will be so useful for gift giving.  Here is a little note from Laurie:
 
As card makers, we spend a lot of time and put a lot of love into our cards. Then we get the gift ready for the party and what happens to the card? It gets put in an envelope and hidden away.  Now with this new Card Hanger Die, you can proudly display your card, as your card AND as your gift bag decoration!  If you love kraft colored things, like most crafters do, you have a stack of kraft gift bags ready to decorate.  Just add the die to several bags and then you will be ready with a quick gift at a moments notice.  Please check out Laurie's blog for more info on how to purchase this die and how to use it.  Don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win one of these card hanger dies.  One winner will be randomly chosen from the comments on the 4 blogs!!
 
I've chosen to make a card with a teacher theme......cuz let's face it, this time of year is when you need a quick teacher's gift.  This die is FANTASTIC!  Just look at how easy and CUTE this makes your bag and your card!!  No envelope needed!  :)
 
Card Hanger Die
 

Here's a close-up of the die and opening for your card!  What's great about this die is that it will be awesome for those cards that have lots of big embellishments that make them hard to mail!  What better way to show off your card than to hand deliver!
 
 
Card Hanger Die2
 
 My card uses a Notebook Paper embossing folder from Hobby Lobby and the Teacher's Apple stamp set.  These would be so easy to make several at a time.  Then you pair that with this new die.....LOVE!
 
Card Hanger Die3

 Remember.......Leave a comment for your chance to win one of these Card Hanger Dies that will be given away!  One winner will be randomly chosen from the comments on the 4 blogs!! 
 
{We appreciate you card and bag}
Stamps:  Teacher's Apple (PTI)
Paper:  White, Pure Poppy (PTI)
Ink:  Pure Poppy, True Black, Ripe Avocado, Dark Chocolate (PTI)
Dies:  Teacher's Apple (PTI), Card Hanger Die (Laurie Willison of Soapbox Creations)
Misc:  Twine (The Twinery), Notebook Embossing Folder (Hobby  Lobby)
 

35 comments:

Cheryl said...

Such a fantastic idea! I love your card, too--so CAS, but it packs a punch.

Maureen Merritt said...

What a clever idea!

Kristii said...

What a great idea!!! Love your card and it's perfect on the bag!!

June K said...

Cute notebook card, Amy. I am loving Laurie's new dies.

Jingle said...

How cute is THIS?! I love what you did with Laurie's new die!

Tracey McNeely said...

Amy love your card using Laurie's new and fabulous die!

Miriam Prantner said...

So cute! This is such a great idea, and I love your card....you are the pits with all your secrets! I bet you know who shot JFK!

Crafty Math Chick said...

This concept is totally cool! I love your pretty apple card & bag, perfect for teacher gifts!
~ Meredith

RedGem said...

I just love your card for the gift bag... great idea on the die as well!

Barbara said...

This die is brilliant! Your card is so pretty too!

anya said...

I can't get over what a great idea this is. Your card is perfect Amy, and what a super easy and cute way to give a teacher gift!

Stephanie said...

Such a fantastic idea! I definitely need this die! Your card is so cute too!

Rhonda said...

Amy what a cute card and congrats to Laurie for designing a winner!!

Anonymous said...

Great sample of a seriously great idea !
Thanks for the opportunity!

Margaret C

Vera Yates (Ling) said...

This is such a neat idea!! Love it! And you card is fabulous as always, Amy.

Joyce said...

Love this die. And, your card!

Kristie Goulet said...

This is such a clever idea! Love it and your card!

Nancy L. said...

Such an awesome idea!

Carol's Ink Spot said...

Fabulous idea using this die. Love your card!

Michelle said...

What an awesome idea! Very simple and SO very useful.

Michelle said...

What an awesome idea! Very simple and SO very useful.

Squirlygirl said...

Now that is simply GENIUS!!! I think this is the absolute most fabulous thing I have seen all week :)
~Hugs~
Becky

Loly Borda said...

great idea! Your bag is lovely! Thanks for the chance.

Geri said...

What a clever, clever idea! Wouldn't it be beautiful to do a whole Christmas present collection in a similar style (yay, no wrapping!!!) Love your stunningly simple project!

maria f. said...

Too funny - I just commented on your Val Day blog hop card, saying how LI had a genius idea with the stitched edge dies and then this title caught my eye. Laurie! What a great idea. No kidding it hurts a little bit each time a card gets tucked into an envelope.

Deb said...

This is gorgeous, Amy! Love it!!!

Suzanne said...

So perfect! I think I need that embossing folder, don't I?!

Mary-Anne V said...

Wonderful idea...now beautiful cards like your can be seen in their glory.

nancy said...

You showcased Laurie's die perfectly, Amy. The accompanying card is sublime. I love when the sentiment shines through so clearly.

Karen Schroeder said...

You card is beautiful. I love the new die and am impressed how it can display cards! What a great idea!

Jen Carter said...

This is the perfect way to show Laurie's die...red and kraft, two of her favorites! I love the card and it is such a great idea to use it for a teacher's gift!

Glenda J said...

What a fabulous project! Love the colours and the crisp design.

Unknown said...

I love the texture on the card! The bag is so cute.

Alma Dirpaul said...

I already own the rectangle one, but would love the scallop or bracket one, too.

Unknown said...

This is a clever die. Awesome.

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