Time for a new challenge at Sisterhood of Crafters! We want you to create “Anything but a Card.” Boy, this was a hard one! I really don’t know why, but everything I made just didn’t seem worthy of the challenge. Then, I went out of town and didn’t get back till the day my project needed to submitted. So, I threw everything in my laundry room and ran to my craft room, rummaging through my dies that I could use. This is where I found the Sizzix Lantern die collection. I hadn’t used it before but there’s no time like the present, right?? I just used the die that created the sides, then used Snow Wonder bundle to create my first one. It was so fun to use that I decided a second one. Who knows? Maybe I will keep going and make ones for spring and summer next!
MY SECRETS TO MAKING THIS PROJECT
- I will keep the steps here on the generic side, but honestly this was not a difficult project. They are just 4 1/4″ tall (not counting the height of the ribbon I added).
- First, I cut out four pieces for the lantern sides. I cut out the large piece that would be the front then cut out shapes for the two sides. The back side was left intact. If you want to add a layer of designer paper, you can adhere that to each of the sides before you do the cutting. I then used Tear ‘n’ Tape to put all of the sides together.
- Now, the fun part! Stamp and cut out the images you want in and around the lantern. After adding all of the elements, I used good ole Scotch Tape to adhere the ribbon to the top.
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
SNOW WONDER STAMP SET
Capture the wonder of Christmas and winter with the Snow Wonder Stamp Set by Stampin’ Up! Images include snowflakes, a snowman, trees, and more—such versatility! *7 cling stamps
SNOW TIME DIES
Cut out a variety of wintry images and all-purpose labels with the Snow Time Dies by Stampin’ Up! Some shapes feature embossed detail to add another level of interest. *7 dies
* Largest die: 3-1/4″ x 2-5/8″ (8.3 x 6.7 cm)
I am submitting this card to the following challenges:
- Always Fun Challenge: Anything Goes
- Die Cut Divas Challenge: All Kinds of Holiday (my favorite is Thanksgiving!)
- Through the Craft Room Door: Anything Goes
BEFORE YOU GO!
September 23rd ONLY! 15% off select stamp sets!!
See them all HERE!!
I hope you enjoyed my card today! If you did, please:
- Leave me a comment! Which “secret” are you going to try?
- Don’t forget to visit my Gallery for lots of ideas, and…
- NEW! Buy my cards and products on Etsy!
- Follow me on Pinterest and Facebook.
- Want to know what’s new with SU? Check it out HERE
Ready to place an order? Don’t forget:
- Use Host Code 3XJPUTRF when prompted with your order of $50 or more and receive my monthly Host Code Rewards!
- Don’t forget to order your necessities – adhesives, along with coordinating inks and papers!
- Save 10% on product bundles!
- Check out the Clearance Rack and save up to 70%!
Thanks for coming to my blog today! If you have any questions, please feel free to email me any time. Until next time, have fun in your craft room!
Product List  |  | ||
 |  |  | |
 |  |
These little lanterns are simply darling Debbie! What a great opportunity to use your new dies. Yes, I can see these made up for every season. Cute as can be!!
Debbie these lanterns are just the cutest!! I can see why you had fun with them and want to keep creating them..a great way to showcase your stamps and dies too,,,yes, you need to make Spring and Summer ones too! I have a lantern die somewhere and you have once again inspired me to ‘USE” it!! Have a great day ‘sistah’!!
Oh my! I just love the little winter scene! So frosty and cute!
What a cute idea, Debbie! I’ve never seen anything like this. Can a battery operated tea light be used inside it? You should definitely make one for Spring and Summer. Does Sizzix still make the dies? Thanks for sharing your ideas and have a blessed day!
Thank you, Sandi! A battery operated tea light would be very cute for it and I plan to use one. They just don’t photograph well so I didn’t show that. I did a quick search and it appears to be available here: https://www.amazon.com/Sizzix-662283-10-Pack-Thinlits-Multicolor/dp/B074P6B5S5/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=sizzix+lantern+die&qid=1600872857&sr=8-5
OH MY STARS (or Snowflakes) lol! These are AMAZING and absolutely awesome! What a GREAT idea … I LOVE THEM!! Thanks so much for sharing these beauties for our theme! WELL DONE SIS!!
Oh my goodness Debbie!
These are wonderful.
I love both lanterns and can’t make up my mind which one I love most. The Winter one is fantastic, but I do love the leaves and colors of the Fall lantern. I give up in choosing. I love both. LOL
So glad you joined us at Die Cut Divas in our Holidays challenge.
What fabulous lanterns, Debbie – just love them both!! Such fun to see the fall one at Die Cut Divas – thanks for playing!!
Hello lovely and what a fabulous design you made here for the challenge… Love lanterns and the these are just stunners. xx
beautiful & such an elegant & different project. I can see where I’d display this in my home.
Debbie, these lanterns are amazing! I can’t decide which I like better…they are both unique for the upcoming holiday season.
Perfect for our Challenge!
So glad that you have shared your great artwork with us here at Always Fun Challenges.
Good luck hun and do come back again!
Jackie DT @AFC
This is amazing! What a fun project, both are wonderful!
Your project ideas made my day! So different from anything I’ve seen — TFS your paper crafting talents!
what a wonderful project! I love the lantern and how you decorated it. Well done sistah!
Debbie your lanterns are just the best! What a creative look and like you said are versatile with any theme, season or occasion. Nice job.