Big Shot Pop-Up Dies

Last weekend, I held a Big Shot Bonanza class featuring the new Pop-Up dies from Sizzix.  We made 2 cards with the cake die, and an explosion box with the ball die.  Everyone loved how they turned out!

I am hoping to post my first video tutorial this weekend featuring the Cherry Explosion box, so be sure to check back.  I've also had some requests for the flower pot card, so I'll put that one next on my list.

The next Big Shot Bonanza class is scheduled for Sunday, May 31st at 2pm.  You can sign up by visiting my meetup group.

Happy Stampin'

Melissa

Manhattan Flower

One of my FAVORITE new products is the Manhattan Textured Impressions die.  I could not wait to demonstrate it at the last Big Shot Bonanza class!  This die creates an elegant, embossed card front image and you won't believe how quickly you can create a beautiful card with it.

We made the card above at the class and it literally takes about 3 minutes to make from start to finish.  You simply place the cardstock in the folder, run it through the Big Shot, fold the cardstock in half, adhere to Basic Black cardstock, stamp "Together Forever" and tie on Whisper White organza ribbon.

When I'm preparing projects for a class, I often make up several samples before I decide on the final projects.  The cards below were my "rejects" from the class.

 

A subdued sympathy card

 

Another wedding card with dazzling diamonds and a pearl accent

 

A bright and cheerful birthday greeting

I don't normally like my rejects, but I thought these were good enough to share.  If you would like to purchase the Manhattan textured impressions die, you can SHOP NOW on my Stampin' Up! website or contact me at melissa42@msn.com