October Stamp of the Month : Scandinavian Wishes

October 2013: Scandinavian Wishes

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S1310 Scandianvian Wishes, set of 16
Recommended Blocks:
1" × 3 1/2" (Y1002)
2" × 2" (Y1003)
2" × 3 1/2" (Y1009)

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October 2013: Scandinavian Wishes (S1310)

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Incredibly Cool Crafts

In love with the artwork we created with this stamp set? Get ready to make it yourself! Purchase the materials listed here along with your deeply discounted Stamp of the Month set to get started!
Materials Needed
  1. My Acrylix® Scandinavian Wishes
  2. Frosted Paper Packet
  3. Frosted Assortment (need 3)
  4. Baker’s Twine Harvest Assortment
  5. Bronze Shimmer Trim
  6. Stitch Guide
  7. Scallop Border Punch
  8. Cricut® Artiste Collection
Required Tools
  1. Cranberry Cardstock
  2. Topiary Cardstock
  3. White Daisy Cardstock
  4. Kraft Cardstock
  5. Cocoa Exclusive Inks® Pad
  6. Ruby Exclusive Inks® Pad
  7. Sparkles Clear Assortment
  8. Keyboard Kraft Alphabet
  9. My Creations® Kraft Ring Box
  10. Cricut® Art Philosophy Collection
  11. Sponge
  12. Sanding Kit

12" × 12" Joy Page


Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern found on page 38 (Make It from Your Heart® Volume 2: Pattern 17) of our Make It from Your Heart® Volume 2 how-to publication for inspiration.
  • Cut the following Cricut® Art Philosophy shape using paper of choice, if desired:
    • 2" Shift <Heart1> (p. 26)
  • Cut the following Cricut® Artiste shapes using paper of choice, if desired:
    • 2 1/2" Shift <J> (p. 57)/li>
    • 2 1/2" Shift <O> (p. 49)
    • 2 1/2" Shift <Y> (p. 46)
  • Distress edges of Topiary cardstock photo mats and Cranberry title with sandpaper, if desired.
  • Use scallop border punch to create Topiary borders and Cranberry border.
  • Add visual interest by randomly stamping the “Love” image in a tight pattern multiple times in Chocolate ink on the kraft cardstock strip, making sure to alternate the direction of each stamped image.
  • Mix and match red colors for a warm pop. We used Cranberry cardstock with Ruby ink stamped images.
  • Embellish with your choice of stamped accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

5 1/2" × 4 1/4" Warm Wishes Card


Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern found on page 42 (Make It from Your Heart® Volume 1: Pattern 20) of our Make It from Your Heart® Volume 1 how-to publication for inspiration.
  • Sponge edges of some of the papers with Cocoa ink, if desired.
  • Use scallop border punch to create B&T Duos® border.
  • Mix and match red colors for a warm pop. We used Cranberry cardstock with Ruby ink stamped images.
  • Embellish with paper accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Happy Holidays Gift Box


Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below.
  • Add visual interest by randomly stamping the “Peace” image in a tight pattern multiple times on the Cranberry cardstock. Then, cover the ring box lid with the cardstock.
  • Attach paper to box, attach Shimmer trim, then stamp border on each side of the box.
  • Embellish with paper accents and accessories, as desired.

Artbooking Made Easy: Designed Décor Flip Stand Album

Making home décor is easy with the Cricut® Artbooking collection! Watch as various icons, shapes, and titles from the cartridge are used to make adorable pieces of artwork perfect for all the nooks in your home.