STEP IN YOUR CREATIVI-TEA SUBLIMATION BAG/ARTESPRIX

Nicole Martel on the blog with you today. I have been making fun projects with lots of pretty colors to make me happy. I’ve been feeling like I’m in a major funk these days… but this project makes me happy.  Come see how I created this adorable Artesprix Poly-Canvas Zip Case. It’s super cute and I had a lot of fun making it. The little tea cups are so cute! I just had to find a way to use them.

Materials:

• Original and Pastel Sublimation Markers

• Poly Canvas Zip Case

• Plain Copy Paper

• Heat Tape

• Protective Paper

• Heat Source: Artesprix Heat Press, Dry Iron, or Home Iron

• Trinity Stamps Creativi-Tea 3x4 Stamp Set

What are Artesprix Sublimation Markers?

Magic Ink that transfers their beautiful colors from plain copy paper to a polyester product with a heat source. Iron-on-Ink Markers are the way to personalize sublimation, which is specially formulated inks that transfer only when activated with heat.

Step-by-Step Tutorial:

Step 1. Place the Poly Canvas Zip Case on a piece of plain copy paper and trace the outline using a pencil to determine the area that you have to work on. 

Step 2. Next, I stamped the images onto the plain piece of paper using the Sublimation Ink Pad.

Step 3. To create the text, I used the print from the plastic part of the stamp set to trace over against the window. Most stamp sets have a plastic film with a black outlining of the images…They come in handy when sublimating! 

Step 4. I Colored in the images using the Sublimation Markers.

Step 5. Turn your heat press on and set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and the timer for 45 seconds.

Step 6. Using Heat Tape, tape down the Poly Canvas Bag with the images facing up.

Step 7. Create your sublimation sandwich. Cut two pieces of Protective Paper to cover your project on the top and bottom. Place a small piece of protective paper inside the canvas to prevent the ink from bleeding through the canvas. Place it inside the Heat Press (making sure the zipper is placed on the outer edge of the heat press) and close the machine. The Heat Press will beep indicating that your project is finished!

Step 8. While wearing protective gloves, lift the handle and remove your Poly-Canvas Zip Case. Place it on the Protective Project Mat and give it about 2 minutes to cool down. Gently remove a small piece to take a peek to make sure the colors are vivid. 

Step 9. Embellish as desired.  

If you love this, check out Allison’s Artesprix Poly-Canvas Zip Case, by clicking here.   Click here to shop for Artesprix's products using my affiliate link!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Nicole Martel

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MIXED MEDIA RAINBOW

Good morning friends! I thought I'd share a pretty project with you today! We just celebrated my son's 12th birthday on the 21st and I thought I'd make something new for his birthday Tier Tray. I decided I wanted to play with a variety of stencil butters to make a fun, colorful rainbow. I'm super happy with how this turned out.

First I grabbed a few stencil butters I wanted to use for the rainbow.

Next, I used my fingers to smear on the stencil butters. I found this process so satisfying and soothing... just getting inky and having so much fun. I snapped a piece in half...but that's no biggie. I used the gel medium to glue it back together.

After the stencil butter was completely dry, I used the TCW2302 Star Sparkle Slimline Stencil to create the stars.

I cleaned the palette knife and stencil between each color and added stars to each piece.

I seriously love how creamy the stencil butters are! Super easy to spread. So awesome. I decided I wanted to change the color of my birthday frame. I covered the center using a low tack tape and then I used my fingers to smear the stencil butter all over the frame.

Here is a closer look at the rainbow. Isn't this so pretty? I love how the colors look all together. It has bit of a funky vibe going on.

Don't forget to check out the new slimline stencils and the stencil butters here! Thank you so much for visiting today.

REMEMBER THESE MOMENTS MINI BOOK/STUDIO FORTY

Hello friends! This past November, we got a puppy... I wasn't quite ready for a dog, but it happened and we adore Moxie! I took some really cute pictures of Edward and Moxie the first few days of having him. Thank goodness I did because he is GROWING. LOL

For this mini album, I used the Everyday Story Collection. I love the serene color palette of this collection and it was perfect for this mini.

Before I got started on this mini book, I printed a variety of photos and cropped them to measure 3 1/2x3 1/2.

Then, I fussy cut the elements from patterned paper. This took some time...but it was so worth it in the end... Just wait until you see the little details of this adorable mini.

I cut a variety of patterned papers to measure 4x4 and pulled aside a few journaling cards to use inside the album. Next, I matted the photos onto the pages and punched holes through the pages using my Cinch.

I used the clear Everyday Story stickers and the stickers to decorate the first few pages. 

I punched the lace border using a metal die and then added a few pieces of die cuts that I fussy cut from the patterned paper and then added a few Sticker dots. Love these sticker dots!

I kept the album pretty simple, keeping the main focus on the photos with a few embellishments here and there.

I matted the sticker onto a piece of paper and then mounted it to the page using foam squares. Then, I added the camera at the corner using another foam square to add dimension. 

I used the arrow stamps from the On My Desk Stamp set to create a fun corner decorations. 

I added a few more pieces that I fussy cut in a nice little cluster and then matted the sticker for the right-side page.

I stamped "handmade" sentiment from the Crafty Stamp Set onto the back which is a journaling card from the Everyday Story Collection.

Did you notice how I glued down the heart, speech bubble and camera onto the journaling card to create this fun cover?! What do you think? It's super simple, but lovely. Thank you for visiting today. Don't forget to check out the Everyday Story Collection in the shop and use coupon code NICOLE10 to save 10% on your entire purchase!

VALENTINES DAY SUBLIMATION MINI BAG/ARTESPRIX

Hello everyone! I have a Valentine’s Day project to share with you!  You will not be able to resist this project… and by the time you see how fun this is to make, you’ll be making one, too! These little bags are perfect for some candy and gift cards! And they make great gifts. Come see how I created this adorable Valentine’s Day bag  using Artesprix’s sublimation markers!

Materials:

•  Mini Bag

•  Sublimation Markers

• Trinity Stamp’s Sending Smooches 4x4 Stamp Set

• Plain Copy Paper and pencil

• Charms from American Crafts

• Heat Press or Dry Iron

• Sublimation Ink Pad

• Acrylic Block

• Heat Tape

• Protective Paper

What are Artesprix Sublimation Markers?

Magic Ink that transfers their beautiful colors from plain copy paper to a polyester product with a heat source. Iron-on-Ink Markers are the way to personalize sublimation, which is specially formulated inks that transfer only when activated with heat.

Step-by-Step Tutorial:

Step 1. Place the mini bag onto a piece of plain copy paper and trace the outline using a pencil to determine the area that you have to work on. 

Step 2. Using your stamp and Sublimation Ink Pad, stamp your image onto the copy paper. 

Step 3. Color the images using Sublimation Markers.

Step 4. Place the film from the stamp behind project paper and trace the sentiment using a black fine tip sublimation marker against the window to create mirror text. 

Step 5.  Next, tape down the bag onto the paper using heat tape (image facing towards the bag). 

Step 8. Turn your heat press on and set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and the timer for 50 seconds.

Step 9. Create your sublimation sandwich. Cut two pieces of Protective Paper to cover your project on the top and bottom. Place it inside the Heat Press (making sure the colored image is pointing face up towards the top of the heat press). The Heat Press will beep indicating that your project is finished!

Step 10. While wearing protective gloves, lift the handle and remove your mini bag. Place it on the Protective Project Mat and give it about 2 minutes to cool down. Gently remove a small piece to take a peek to make sure the colors are vivid. 

Step 7. Carefully, remove the protective paper to reveal your vivid design! Embellish as desired.

If you love this, check out the Heart Ornament I created by clicking here!  Click here to shop for Artesprix's products using my affiliate link! If you love this stamp set, click here to shop at Trinity Stamps! 

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Nicole

**This post may contain affiliate links. That means that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product or service is not higher, but I may get compensated.**

EVERYDAY STORY CARDS/STUDIO FORTY

Good morning friends! I've been playing with the Everyday Story Collection and it's absolutely delightful. This collection is so beautiful with the soft colors and everyday elements. Today, I am sharing two cards featuring this collection with lots of fussy cutting! Grab your favorite patterned paper, stamps, and scissors and make a card of your own!

First, I selected the 4x6 floral journaling card and folded It in half to use as the base of the card.

Next, I fussy cut the elements from the patterned paper to use as die cuts for the card. These patterns are beautiful!

After I  finished fussy cutting the elements from the paper, I carefully glued them onto the card, using tweezers to make it easier to place the pieces down.

I used a few foam squares to pop one of the jars up to add dimension to the card.

To complete the card, I added some stamping at the bottom and the back of the card using the Clear Stamps from the Everyday Story Collection. The "hello Friday and Let's do this" sentiment is from the On My Desk Stamp set.

I love this collection so much that I created another card right after this... Seriously, though. This collection is wonderful. My second card includes lots of fussy cutting, too!

To begin, I cut a journaling card in half to use as the base of the card. Next, I cut the patterned paper to measure 3x4 to mount to the front of the card.

I cut the pocket from the patterned paper and cut the white space complete out to use as a pocket for the card. Then, I cut the "My Goals" sentiment into a banner to use at the top of the card. 

I fussy cut the elements and then mounted them onto the card. I stamped the "#crafty" sentiment onto the computer monitor using a dark gray ink. Then, I stamped the "art" sentiment on the notepad for fun. :) Isn't this super cute! I'm so pleased with these cards. I never considered myself a card maker...but this is new to me and I LOVE it.

Thank you so much for visiting today! Don't forget to stop by the shop to see the full Everyday Story Collection. Use code NICOLE10 to save yourself 10% on your purchase!