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| Metal Bookmarks |
Hi friends if you are like me there will be at least some paper scraps you just cant bring yourself to throw! I just cant throw any pretty paper with images of butterflies and flowers and especially if it's paper like Graphic 45....all bits get hoarded!
Using up scraps is a challenge especially the tiny bits. In this post I am sharing how you can use tiny teeny bits to create useful handmade metal bookmarks.
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Materials Required
Glass Cabochons + matching Metal Bookmarks
Pretty Paper
Adhesive : an adhesive which dries clear and is super strong and wont yellow over time.
Cut out the image using a paper punch[ I am using an EK success 3/4th inch punch here]. Put the image upside down so that you can see exactly where you are cutting from the underside of the punch.
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Alternately place the glass cabochon/disc on the image and trace the outline of the disc using a pencil and cut it out. You don't have to be super accurate as the convex shape of the cabochon will hide minor jagged edges.
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Apply a tiny bit of adhesive on the flat surface of the glass disc : I use glossy accent and find it is the best for this as only a tiny bit is required, it doesnt alter the color of the image, stick very well and fast and dries absolutely clear.
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Smear the glue evenly [ I use my finger for this!]
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Stick your image so that the image side is on the glue.
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
It dries almost instantly and you can use these cute glass discs on their own or go ahead and make bookmarks!
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Apply glue on the metal bookmark
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Spread evenly making sure you have glue on the inner rim too.
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
Stick the Cabochon and you are done...So easy and so beautiful !!!
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Here is another Graphic 45 butterfly .
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
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| Metal Bookmarks Tutorial |
These metal bookmarks are so easy to make and will make awesome gifts .If you add a matching handmade card it will be just the perfect handmade gift set!
Handmade Rose Card
This Card features a handmade rose made using
Spellbinders Rose creations dies using this Tutorial :
Easy Rose Tutorial
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| Handmade Rose Card |
I used Ranger texture paste and a beautiful stencil to make the background
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| Stenciled background |
This card is a variation of this
Rose Card shared earlier.
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| Handmade Rose Card |
Supplies :
Dies : Spellbinders Rose Creations , Winnie and Walter Essentials Audrey Cutaways , Nellie Snellen Hearts, Cheery Lynn Rose Leaf Strip
Stencils: Scrapberry's Petals Pattern Stencil
Dr Sonia
ReplyDeleteLovely awesome. I love this idea as u shared it in another post but it is difficult to get it in Sl. Will try in NZ as I am going to stay with my daughter and grand daughter who is five years. Tomorrow must make some hair clips and bands to take with me as I am leaving on Thursday.Stay blessed.
Gorgeous bookmarks Sonia, a brilliant way to preserve small pieces of our favourite papers.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are stunning, fabulous textured backgrounds and beautiful roses.
Pauline - Crafting with Cotnob
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What gorgeous bookmarks!! They're so stunning!! Beautiful papers you used, too!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
Such a wonderful stylish bookmark. The glossy accents is wonderfully used. I just finished reading the latest John Grisham book "Camino Island" from library.
ReplyDeleteMelissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
You have been very busy. Love your latest creations. These bookmarks are great !
ReplyDeleteFabulous bookmarks and card Sonia..loz
ReplyDeletethose are so very nice
ReplyDeleteFabulous bookmarks and great papers! I love this creation, Sonia. Kisses, my friend.
ReplyDeleteOh how beautiful are your bookmarks- love the beautiful pieces of DP you used! And, your rose car is just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYour metal bookmarks are so gorgeous. I have been thinking of getting these you've used them very wonderfully! The card is so elegant and beautiful. I love the rose and stenciling on the background.
ReplyDeleteThose bookmarks could be for sale in an upmarket gift shop, so Very beautiful and your card is stunning.
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WOW! Your bookmarks are so elegant & stunning.. I love the vintage style... your cards are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteTheresa
Theresa’s Crafty Creations
This are truly awesome cards. Thank you for blessing us with your entry at Word Art Wednesday. Hope you link more projects soon. Leaving you with the hope found in God Word in Psalm 147:11 which says, "The LORD delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love." Have a fruitful and blessed day!
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http://jatterburycreations.blogspot.com
Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us. I'm always SO grateful to have you play along with us.
ReplyDeleteBlessings.
Karen L
Word Art Wednesday
if you asked me which card I love much the one with stenciling like waterdrops
ReplyDeleteelegant!!
and the bookmark woow so beautiful set
I want have it one pleaseee
you know my address right :)
hugs
Monika