Hello Friends
Another scheduled post, I hope to resume normal visiting soon!
Another scheduled post, I hope to resume normal visiting soon!
Eileen Hull's Inspiration Team are creating projects all this month celebrating Holiday
Jumpstart, we are kick starting the holiday season with projects relating to Autumn,
Halloween and Christmas.
Jumpstart, we are kick starting the holiday season with projects relating to Autumn,
Halloween and Christmas.
I have created two quite different projects, I wanted to show different ways to use Eileen Hull's
latest release - the Twist and Style Tool (for Sizzix). I am finding lots of way to use the tool.
latest release - the Twist and Style Tool (for Sizzix). I am finding lots of way to use the tool.
First up is Halloween, my favourite time of year!
I used Eileen's Cookie Box die (659874) and Tim Holtz Regions Beyond papers and Tim's latest Idea-ology pieces for decoration.
I die cut all of the pieces in thick card and also in the Regions Beyond paper. I find it easier to die cut separately, build the box and then add the papers. In this way I can cut off the tabs that would normally be glued - I'll show you how I used one of the cut off pieces.
I used the Twist & Style Tool and some black and orange twine to create a Halloween twisted bow.
I used the Tool to and some thin wire which I twisted and then 'coiled' with the aid of a pokey tool, you could also use a pencil.
I used the left over cut off piece of Regions Beyond paper to create this flower. I also added some black tulle which I fashioned into a bow.
I glued the bow, along with the twisted twine, the bow and the flower to the top and added the
Tim Holtz Idea-ology pieces to the front of the box. Quick and easy!
I used the Twist & Style Tool to create a Christmas tree ornament, although it would also
be lovely to attach to a Christmas card or gift.
A few of the steps are shown below.
I used the Tool to twist some heavy wire (doubled) and then fashioned it into a heart shape with the help of my jewelry pliers.
Two quick and easy makes for the holiday season! I hope you will have the time to go over HERE and see what my talented Teamies have made.
As always, thanks for looking! Anne xx
Love both of these Anne. The fabulous Halloween piece looks brilliant with the black tulle and wobbly bat and your gem heart is perfect to use as a decoration on a gift. Mmmm think I'm needing that tool xxx
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous makes Anne. I adore the Halloween box and the heart is a lovely bit of extra bling for the tree.
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A Gorgeous Halloween project Anne, great use of the left over bits making that lovely flower, love the bat flying on the top of the twisted wire. Your wire beaded heart is quite beautiful, and as Brenda says would make perfect little decorations, they would also make lovely Christmas tree decorations. Mo xx
ReplyDeleteTwo fabulous holiday themed projects and a great showcasing of Eileen's twisty tool on both. Your halloween candie box is wonderful - the black tulle topper with the wirey bat and off cut flower would make for a brilliant 'fascinator' for a halloween wedding! Mwahhhh!
ReplyDeleteYOur christmas decoration is really classy . I bet it would look great hung in a window so the light can catch the sparkle of the crystals .
Inspiration crreativity Anne
Big hugs x
oops - keyboard gremlins again - * creativity * xx
DeleteQuick and easy - are you kidding me?? You just make it look so. Both are genius makes Anne and so clever the way you have harnessed the tool. The truly wonderful box resembles a quirky Philip Treacy number as Amanda has suggested above. Then your sparkly ornament would beautifully adorn any tree. There's no end to your fab creativity! Nicola x
ReplyDeleteThose are brilliant Anne! LOVE the spooky box and can just imagine a selection of those gorgeous hearts hanging from a festive tree. Really clever ideas xx
ReplyDeleteBoth are brilliant Anne. But I do just love the halloween box and reminds me of a wedding fascinator! I agree with Nicola, no end to your fabulous creativity! Jennie x
ReplyDeleteVery cool! It may be called a Cookie Box but, like Jennie, I'm getting hats. My brain went to a glamorously spooky hatbox. It's that fabulous gauzy bow, I think. Love the papers and embellishments, and you're a demon with the wire-twisting!
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Oh wow, Anne, both of your projects are amazing!! I love the Halloween decor!! The bat looks so awesome and that twisted bow is gorgeous!! I love way you created the flower, too!! And the heart is stunning!! The twist and style looks like a must-have!! You showcase it perfectly!! Have a great day my friend!! Big hugs :)
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Great projects once again. Love your Halloween box with the twisted wire and the net etc. Elaine xx
ReplyDeleteSuch clever projects Anne, both of them and what creative use of that tool! Your Halloween piece is brilliant, that black tulle is such a cool touch and I love how you attached the bat. The heart ornament is just lovely too!
ReplyDeletebeautiful work Anne - you are so good at Halloween. I hope everything is okay with you. Big hugs rachel x
ReplyDeleteSorry to rush in and out again! This is one of your wonderful projects that I just couldn't resist taking a peek at! You have excelled yourself Anne!! Big Hugs, Chrisx
ReplyDeleteBoth of these are stunning, Anne! You are a master of 3d art and that amazing tool is a must have! You are such an inspiration and your creativity is brilliant, my friend! I love both of your creations!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day! Big hugs! Branka xx
Love both of these projects Anne ..... your little halloween box is just spooklicious and the tree decoration is so pretty xx
ReplyDeleteQuite easy the box? What is quite easy is you saying it is easy!!!
ReplyDeleteI just got my twisting tool in the mail so will have to experiment. I love what you have done with it. Great idea for the bat plonking off!
I have to get busy - have several Halloween pocket letters to design and they do take me a while but it should be fun.
By the way, I first thought your Christmas tree ornament was a necklace - yes I thought it looked like a beautiful necklace!
Sandy xx
You really do a beautiful job showcasing Ellen's products, Annie! Your Halloween creation is candy for the eyes and so inspiring with all the details! And the Christmas ornament is jewelry for the tree! You are a whiz with that fascinating tool!! Love and hugs, Darnell xxoo
ReplyDeleteAwesome combination of products, and so clever! I LOVE the whole thing!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful projects Anne! I love the box with the fun Halloween papers, hovering bat and pretty flower nested in the netting - and the heart ornament is so pretty with the gems! Wonderful creations using Eileen's die and twist tool! Julia xx
ReplyDeleteLovely use of the tool Anne and I adore your box. The papers are just perfect and I love the flower. Lovely pieces. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteHi Anne. Great projects and love the new tool, very useful. Take it easy and have a nice weekend. Sending big hugs, Angela x
ReplyDeleteTwo amazing makes Anne x adore your Halloween project, especially your wobbly bat x the gemstone heart is beautiful and as you say a wonderful gift to treasure
ReplyDeleteSending best wishes and hugs to you both
Annie xx
Wow - so clever, as always!! Love all that frilly gauze, and your little bat, and your heart ornament is beautiful! This wonderful tool is definitely going on the wish list!! xxx Lynn
ReplyDeleteTalk about different ends of the creative spectrum. Wonderous use of this new tool and such different ideas. Your box is splendid and just needs to be filled with caramel corn and sent my way. Hehe! I bet this tool saves some pain on the wrists. And your Christmas heart is beautiful! Bling bling I'm a ring (heart). Haha! Awesome sauce dearie! Hugz to you muffin, hope you are having fun. ~Niki
ReplyDeleteThis box is fabulous! love all, the bat and this tool are fantastic! barbara
ReplyDeleteWhat a very sophisticated and dressed up box for your favorite witch to stash her pointy hat! Love this one (but when have I not loved your projects?!). It has quite a lot of glamour with the tulle and jewels, and I love the striped paper...that adds a vintage look - and perfect Halloween colors! Beautiful work. Imaginative project too! TFS & Have a grand week. Hugs
ReplyDeleteBoth of these are fabulous! The Halloween piece is soooo cool and the Christmas heart so pretty, sparkly and, well, Christmassy! I love Christmas! I owe you an email, I must try and do that tomorrow! Sorry! xxx
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh i love your projects!! so many uses for that twist and style!!
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