During October Eileen Hull's Inspiration Team are creating cards using
Eileen Hull dies/products.
I rarely make quick cards these days but I decided to make some fairly simple cards that could be used as friendship cards, get well cards, thank you cards or just to say hello.
To create these cards I used three of Eileen Hull's dies - Canning Jars (658453), Leaves (661111), Lovely Labels (658051) and a Tim Holtz die - Mini Acorn (657457).
To create a card with the Canning die, tape a folded card just inside one of the cutting lines on the die. This will give you a folding card shaped like the canning jar.
I used some 'mop up' card left over from a previous project to cut the leaves using the Eileen Hull Leaves, Spring die. The colours on the leaves are Distress stains in Fired Brick and Spiced Marmalade along with some Carved Pumpkin. The leaves were folded and veins were added with a Distress Marker.
The top of the jars were cut from card backed with foil. Once cut the tops were scored to give a more realistic look. The jar bases were coloured with Distress Inks.
The leaves were added to the jars along with labels cut from the Lovely Labels die set, attached with some string. The acorn was coloured with Distress Markers and Distress Glitter was added to the top of each acorn (Vintage Photo).
You can see some other Fall/Holiday projects the Inspiration Team have made over at Eileen's blog HERE and for the rest of this month, you will also be able to see more cards created with Eileen's dies/products, again on Eileen's blog.
See you again soon! Anne xx
Quick and easy you say? Well, to me they have the complete wow factor! Briliant details, so love how you did the lids, and the leaves with the little acorn and string, just wow, they look superb, and such a cool idea to use that jar as a card!
ReplyDeleteThese look so cute ..... I love the leaves and the Autumn colours xx
ReplyDeleteyour cards are adorable Anne...guaranteed to make the recipient feel better and yes we are now caught up in the mixed media world and I confess I often just go and buy a card...ssshhh....don't tell anyone...hugs kath xxx
ReplyDeleteWhat bright and colorful fruit jars you created Anne! love the cluster of leaves with the acorn - the perfect accent for your jars!
ReplyDeleteThese are so bright and beautiful! Gorgeous colours and such a lovely shape, the leaves are beautiful and I love the little acorn! Wonderful cards! xxx
ReplyDeleteWonderfully heartwarming cards Anne! Love that jar die and the way you used it.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the inspiration.
Hugs
Samra
Paper Talk with Samra
These are absolutely gorgeous, Anne!! I love how you've used the jar die!! You decorated them perfectly!! The acorns are such a perfect touch!! Beautiful cards my friend!! I love them!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
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A Mermaid's Crafts
Great cards and great Autumnal colours too. Love the mix of leaves, acorns etc and they'd make a lovely gift for others to send! Elaine x
ReplyDeleteVery attractive designed cards Anne and I adore your acorns.
ReplyDeleteJulie x
these are beautiful - I really love these designs anne - such a clever use of the dies! Hugs rachel x
ReplyDeleteAnne, This is just the loveliest of ideas and the end result certainly doesn't look as though they were quick makes. The colours are so warming and the sentiments tags such a cute idea.
ReplyDeleteHope life is being kind to you.
Wishes
Lynne
They are super cute Anne! I agree simple cards are HARD!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, only you Anne could make these Gorgeous, Eye Catching, Cheerful yet oh so elegant beauties!! Superb creativity and design as always with immaculate execution. I love their colours and fantastic embellishments. Who would have thought that mason jars could look so chic! Nicola x
ReplyDeleteBeautifully put together Anne, the jars with their gorgeous neck embellishments are utterly delightful and lucky recipients who get one of these xxxx
ReplyDeleteThese are super gorgeous, Anne! I love the way how you used those awesome dies and the colors are so beautiful! What an amazing arrangement of leaves and acorns! So pretty and so super creative, my friend! Big hugs! Branka xx
ReplyDeleteThat's a lovely tutorial Anne and such pretty seasonal cards
ReplyDeleteLynn xx
What fabulous cards - and in my favourite autumnal colours too.
ReplyDeleteHugs, neet xx
beautiful cards Anne!! I love that trick when die cutting!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea to turn these into cards...love that! They are so darn cute!
ReplyDeleteYou are the ultimate pro when it comes to making 3D art, Annie! These totally look like jars with their beautiful fall adornment!! As always, your cards are gifts unto themselves!! Love and hugs, Darnell xxoo
ReplyDeleteAnne- I love these cards and want to go downstairs and make some this minute! beautiful fall colors and great folding technique... beautiful as always!
ReplyDeleteAnne- I love these cards and want to go downstairs and make some this minute! beautiful fall colors and great folding technique... beautiful as always!
ReplyDeleteLoving these bright and funkie cards Anne! They would bring a huge smile to anyone's face and are a really clever and alternative twist on the usual fall offerings xx
ReplyDeleteWow Anne, these are just brilliant!! I love that you used the die to make the card base, very clever! The foliage and acorns are so wonderful for this time of year!! I actually just stopped in to say thank you for the warm welcome back comment, but then I got distracted by your amazing jar cards! lol. I hope you had a wonderful month! It's great to be back, see you again soon my friend. hugs :)
ReplyDeleteOh no! I have that Mason Jar die and have not used it yet! Really must get it out and do something. However I love the cards you've made which may just spur me on to do something. Happy crafting, Angela x
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards Anne. Such beautiful Autumn colours and I love the trimmings.
ReplyDeleteToni xx
These are two beauties! Anne Little jars of love - Love them . Gorgeous embellies. hugs x
ReplyDeleteNow these are cool and unexpected. I do so enjoy mason jars and this die is awesome sauce. Love how you added the metal kid and the details for the rings around it. Fun and funky design dearie. Awesome sauce colors and foliage. Hugz to you muffin.
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous Anne, such fabulous design and I love the the colours.
ReplyDeletehugs Sue xx
These are delightful - I love the metal lids and the autumn gatherings.
ReplyDeleteAlison x
Beautiful cards and such a creative way to use that die! Looks like there might be something very yummy in those jars! But I know the outside of them IS yummy! Love your very realistic leaves and acorns! Very clever "quick" cards! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteLove those colors Anne - such a fabulous idea for anytime of year!!
ReplyDeleteYou could jar up some snow flakes with a snowman or two. A skeleton tying to get out of the jar would be good. Hey, I am giving you all my ideas!!
sandy xx
This is such a fabulous idea Anne and good for anytime of the year really. Of course those Autumn colors are gorgeous!
ReplyDeletesandy xx