Flower Folds Fabric Pin Tutorial

I finally learned how to make these adorable fabric flower pins using the Big Shot Flower Folds Fabric Pin.  They are so easy so here's a step by step tutorial of how to make them.  Before you begin you'll need a few supplies.  

Supplies:  Big Shot (113439), Extended Cutting Pads (113478), Flower Folds Die (115970), a Scrap of cardstock approximately 6x10, pins and something to finish the front (I love the big buttons in the Occasions mini 122301 or 122302 tied with a piece of 1/8" Taffeta from page 191 of the Idea Book and Catalog).  

To make the pin, cut your fabric into strips that are 6" wide.  This die has fold lines so I recommend only cutting 2 or 3 layers of fabric.  Stack an extended cutting pad, the scrap piece of cardstock, the flower folds die, fabric and then the other extended cutting pad to make your big shot sandwich.  Run the sandwich through the big shot and the result should look something like this:  

Remove the flowers and choose which flowers you would like your pin to be made of.  I typically use the three smaller sizes but love layering all four layers for headbands, bags, etc.  

Fold the flowers in half so you see four petals (don't fold so that you see any half petals).  The result will look like this:

You need four of these half flowers for each size of flower:

Start layering the flowers on top of each other:

Then add a third flower:

To add the forth flower, you will need to fold up the exposed part of the first flower, lay down the fabric for the fourth flower and then fold the fabric back down from the first flower:

Once you have this done, repeat the above steps for the other layers you want to use in your pin.  

Stack all the layers on top of each other and stitch through them with a Chenille needle and thread.  I stitched two "X's" through the layers and made sure I caught each piece of fabric so the pin will hold together.  

Then, just add the button embellishment and a pin back (or attach to whatever you want it to attach to).  Come back tomorrow to see the finished product!! 

Thanks for reading, please email me or comment if you have any questions! 

Big Shot + Fabric = FUN!

Wow, do you know that expression, so many projects so little time??  That's how I've felt since returning from Leadership!  You can see that I've been busy and am doing a lot of different projects using the Big Shot (113439) and fabric and I can't wait to show you!!  Stay tuned for more projects soon!  

Let the Sale-A-Bration begin!

Let the Sale-A-Bration begin!  From now through March 31st you can choose one free item out of the Sale-A-Bration mini catalog for free with every $50 in product purchased.  You also get benefits from hosting an in-home workshop or book show.  So, if you've ever considered buying a Big Shot machine now is the time to add it and any accessories to your collection and get something for free!!  

Plus, this year you can again get free products out of the regular catalog too so there's no limit to the great stuff you can add to your collection!  Let me know if you have any questions!

2011 Stampin' Up! Manager's Reception

As usual Stampin' Up! really outdid themselves this year at the Manager's reception at the Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference!  This year we were taken to the Wild Horse Saloon in Nashville for an evening of great food, music and line dancing, yes, I tried my hand at line dancing!  It was really fun!  

It was great to catch up with my stampin' friends from all over the US and Canada and as you can see from my pictures I even made some new friends!  :)  Thanks for stopping by to visit!  

 

Valentine Defined

If you are looking for a cute Valentine's stamp set then look no further than Valentine Defined (121941).  This card was inspired by a card that I made at a Stampin' Up! regional seminar back in October.  That card was a different layout but also had individual images stamped on small pieces of cardstock and then assembled together like a collage.  

I love how the Glimmer Paper (121790) really sets this whole card off and adds that extra wow factor without having to go over the top on accessories!  My one big tip is that our SNAIL adhesive doesn't stick very well to the Glimmer Paper so I used Dimensionals on all the little pieces, that's fine by me because I love the look of some dimension on a card!  You can order the supplies for this project by clicking the Order Online link at the top of the page.  Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies:

Stamps:  Valentine Defined (121941)

Cardstock:  Real Red (102482), Pretty in Pink (100459) , Whisper White (100730)

Ink:  Real Red (103133) plus markers in Real Red (100052), Pretty in Pink (100045) and Chocolate Chip (100071)

Accessories:  Glimmer Paper (121790), Basic Rhinestones (119246), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

Occasions Mini

The Occasions Mini Catalog is here and Oh WOW there are some awesome products inside!  Check out the new Sew Suite line including great fabrics, Designer Series paper and pom pom trim!  It's awesome!! 

Once you take a look be sure to let me know if you have any questions!  I just got back from Stampin' Up's Leadership conference in Nashville and I have some great ideas for upcoming projects so stay tuned! 

Become a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator for FREE!

This week I have one Stampin' Up! demonstrator kit to give away for free!  There are no strings attached and no catch but of course my preference is to give it to someone looking to use it as a part-time job to earn some extra money or at the very least someone who will stay active and contribute to the Stampin' Up! family.  Please email me at stampwithjen@gmail.com if you're interested!