Valentine Tulip Card

January 25, 2026Leave a comment

DIY Valentine Tulip Card

There’s something special about a vase of pink and red tulips.

They’re cheerful, vibrant, and the perfect Spring or Valentine’s Day gift.

Who really needs roses anyway? 🌷

This DIY Valentine Tulip Card captures all that charm using

Eileen Hull’s Windowsill Flowers and Vase* by Sizzix.

It’s a beautiful way to send love without the wilting flowers.

To make the Tulip Card I used: (*Affiliate Links)

*Disclosure: This blog uses ads and affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase using one of the links, I receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you) that helps offset the costs of maintaining this blog. Thanks for your support!

To make the Valentine Tulip Card.

Prepare the Paper: Before die-cutting, run your paper through the Xyron Sticker Maker* to add a complete layer of adhesive to the back. This makes assembly so much easier!
Die-cut all the pieces: Using the Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine and Eileen Hull’s Dies, cut out all the pieces for your card.
Add Depth with Ink: Ink the small die-cut pieces with Tim Holtz Distress Inks*. This adds beautiful depth and richness while covering the white core of the paper.

Add Gold Accents: Use the Gold Chisel Point Calligraphy Pen* to add gold edging around the vase and cardstock layers.
Floral Swag: Create a small floral swag using the leafy dies from the Home Sweet Home die set. Attach a small red twine bow to the center of the swag.

Your cheerful Valentine tulip card is complete—no watering required!

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Eileen Hull Inspiration Team, I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas. The view and opinions are my own.

How to Make a Valentine’s Day Tic Tac Toe Card with Vinyl

January 6, 2026Leave a comment

Looking for a Creative Valentine’s Day Card design?

This tic-tac-toe card puts a playful twist on traditional Valentines!

Featuring hearts, X’s and O’s arranged in a game board pattern,

this design is perfect for kids, classmates, or anyone who loves

a fun, whimsical Valentine. Using StyleTechCraft’s adhesive vinyl

and a Silhouette Electronic Die-Cutting Machine, you can make

a charming card that stands out from the rest.

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

DIY Valentine’s Day Tic-Tac-Toe Card Tutorial:

Using plain decorative scrapbook paper, cut a 4 3/8″ x 4 3/8″ square layer.
Cut nine 1 ¼” squares from two different coordinating scrapbook papers.
Adhere the 9 squares onto the layer, leaving even spacing between the squares.

Using the “Heart Tic Tac Toe” SVG file from the Silhouette Store, cut out the hearts, “X’s,” and “O’s” using Dark Red and Gold craft vinyl from StyleTechCraft. (Option: If you don’t have access to vinyl and an electronic die-cutting machine, you can use Valentine and Heart Stickers.)
Use StyleTechCraft’s transfer tape to add the hearts and “X’s” and “O’s” to the center of each mini square.
Add a thin gold border around the 4 3/8″ layer using a gold calligraphy pen. If you like the look of a “quilted card,” use a thin marker to add small lines in and around the small squares.
Adhere the layered tic tac toe design onto a 4 5/8″ decorative layer and onto a 5″ x 5″ cream card base.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

This playful tic-tac-toe design is a fun way to show someone you care!

Whether you’re making cards for a classroom exchange or

sending valentines to friends or family, this creative design

is sure to bring smiles.

Happy Crafting and have a wonderful Valentine’s Day!

My Favorite Eileen Hull Creations of the Year 💖

December 17, 2025December 16, 2025Leave a comment

✨ It’s that time of year again!

Every December the Eileen Hull Design Team shares our

Top 3 favorite projects from the year—and I’m so excited to show you mine 🙌

🎲 Family Game Night Mini Storage Box (January)

I kicked off the year with this little cutie using the

Sizzix #665982 XL Skinny Mini Book Box Die*.

Perfect for stashing cards, dice, and a pencil + paper

for a fun night in. [Check it out here!]

📚 Projects Revisited Mini Album (April)

This one was all about nostalgia—I finally used some vintage

K & Company paper I’ve been hoarding forever.

I paired it with the Sizzix Mini Album by Eileen Hull and loved

how it turned out. [Read more here!]

🍂 Gratitude Tag (October)

Ending the year on a colorful note!

Made with Eileen’s new thinlet dies, this tag is bursting with

vibrant fall vibes and a reminder to stay thankful. [Read more here!]

✨ That’s my Top 3 for the year—so many crafty memories and more to come!

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Eileen Hull Inspiration Team, I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas. The view and opinions are my own.

5 Creative Ways to Use Vinyl for Holiday Crafts

December 5, 2025December 5, 20251 Comment

Creative Ways to Use StyleTechCraft Vinyl

Looking for festive ways to add personality to everyday items around your home?

Here are five fun and creative ideas to get you started!

1. Dress Up Your Daily Water Bottle
We use our water bottles every day—at work, at the gym, or on the go—so why not give them a touch of seasonal cheer? StyleTechCraft Removable Vinyl is perfect for adding temporary holiday designs that peel off easily once the season is over.

2. Personalize Ornaments with Adhesive Vinyl
Inexpensive ornaments become keepsakes with StyleTechCraft Adhesive Craft Vinyl. Add a name, date, or meaningful phrase to create a one-of-a-kind decoration that will be cherished year after year.

(I picked up this plain house ornament at Walmart for a couple dollars.)

3. Turn Plain Canvas Bags into Custom Gift Bags
StyleTechCraft Heat Transfer Vinyl can transform simple canvas bags into charming, personalized gift bags. Add names, holiday icons, or custom phrases to make your gifting extra memorable.

You can see the full project tutorial here.

4. Create Unique Seasonal Décor
From signs and banners to table accents and wall art, vinyl is perfect for crafting seasonal decorations that suit any style. Use holiday colors and patterns to bring warmth and personality to your home.

You can see the full tutorial on the Merry Holiday Banner project here.

5. Kris Kringle Christmas Tree Truck

This Kris Kringle Christmas Tree Truck is one of my all-time favorite holiday projects. It uses a MDF Wood Trucks Wall Plaque* from Dollar Tree. It’s an inexpensive project to make.

Check out the full step-by-step tutorial here.

Ready to add a personal touch to your holiday season?

StyleTechCraft vinyl makes it easy to transform ordinary items into festive, customized creations. Grab your vinyl, fire up your cutting machine, and start crafting memories that will last long after the decorations come down!

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

Winston the Snowman: A Comfort & Joy Holiday Craft

November 14, 2025November 13, 2025Leave a comment

Comfort & Joy for the Christmas Season.

In the midst of the 2020 pandemic, when Holiday gatherings felt distant

and spirits needed lifting, the Eileen Hull team came together to

spark creativity and connection.

By sharing festive projects with the Eileen Hull Fan Club and our readers,

we hoped to deliver a dose of comfort and joy to brighten an

otherwise challenging season.

We called it Comfort & Joy.

The idea was a hit, so we decided to continue the tradition.

Winston the Snowman is my “Comfort & Joy” project for this year.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Eileen Hull Inspiration Team, I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas. The view and opinions are my own.

Winston is a snowman with plenty of dimension-

something I absolutely love bringing into my projects!

The Winston Die, designed by Tim Holtz for Sizzix*,

includes an impressive 16 different dies.

Don’t let that number intimidate you, despite all the tiny pieces,

the assembly is surprisingly simple.

Here’s a tip I swear by. When I’m die-cutting small pieces, I run my paper through the Xyron Disposable Sticker Maker* first. This way, the adhesive is already on the back, making it quick and easy to piece everything together.

The Winston Die* uses Colorize technology, which means you get a selection of intricate, paper-layering designs that add incredible detail and dimension. With drop shadows and highlights, you can create a snowman that looks dimensional and full of character. It’s great for cardmaking, scrapbooking, gift tags, and more.

Last month, after our family wiener roast, my sister-in-law

had a bunch of lids left over from the disposable soup containers*.

She asked me if I had a use for them.

Besides being a wonderful tray to hold little dies in my workspace.

I knew it would make a great base for my snowman.

I painted the base with white acrylic paint*.

Once the paint was dry, I added dimensional snow* onto the base with a palette knife*.

To make Winston sturdy on the base, I painted two small wooden cubes

crisp white and used them as hidden support.

Once the paint dried, I glued the cubes to the back of the snowman

and then attached them securely to the finished base.

Doesn’t he make a cute little tabletop decoration?

May your holidays sparkle…

with creative projects and heartwarming memories.

Here’s to making something special this season!

Using Vintage Frames for Holiday Decorating

November 11, 2025November 3, 2025Leave a comment

Decorate your home with timeless treasures…

I love decorating the house for Christmas using vintage items.

Incorporating vintage pieces into my holiday decor has become

one of my favorite things to do. Whether it’s vintage ornaments

or classic holiday Santas, these items evoke a sense of nostalgia and charm.

It makes everything feel lived in and cozy.

I found the cutest brass-colored metal frame while out treasure hunting

earlier in the year. The color was unique, and I just had to have it.

I have a fondness for collecting great frames for decorating.

While I was looking for the perfect picture to go inside.

I remembered a box of old Christmas cards I was gifted several years ago.

It didn’t take long before I found the perfect Christmas Card for my frame.

This Christmas Card was made by Hallmark, and the date on the envelope

says 1974. (Don’t worry, of course I saved the envelope.)

Frames aren’t the only vintage treasures I love to use.

I’m very sentimental, especially during the holidays.

I like to mix the old with the new.

Each piece has a story and adds warmth to every room.

I hope I’ve inspired you to incorporate your own vintage

treasures into your holiday decor.

Let me know how you use your vintage treasures in your Holiday decorating.

Upcycled Lantern with a Snowman Twist

November 4, 2025November 3, 2025Leave a comment

Merry & Bright: Upcycled Lantern with a Snowman Twist

This season, I set out to add a little extra sparkle to my holiday decor

by transforming a simple thrifted lantern into a merry winter wonderland.

While treasure hunting at Goodwill, this simple lantern caught my eye.

Its $2.99 price tag was too good to pass up, and ideas started swirling

in my mind the moment I picked it up.

To create the Upcycled Lantern with a Snowman Twist:

I used Silver Transparent Glitter Vinyl from StyleTechCraft to create a scene on the outside of the lantern.
I used a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die-Cutting Machine* and the “Let it Snow Quote” SVG file from The Silhouette Store to cut the design.
I was able to remove the piece of glass from the lantern, which made it easy to apply the vinyl.
Clean the glass with rubbing alcohol to remove fingerprints.

Once the design has been cut, you’ll need to remove the excess vinyl in and around the design using a vinyl weeding tool* or craft pick*.
Lay StyleTechCraft Transfer Tape* over the design and gently rub over the letters with a vinyl scraper tool.

Lift the design from the white protective liner and place it onto the glass.
Rub over the vinyl design with the scraper tool and remove the transfer tape.

The silver glitter vinyl creates a frosted effect, creating the appearance

of etched glass without the mess or commitment.

I had so much fun arranging a simple snowy scene inside the lantern,

complete with a cute little snowman and sparkling faux snow.

Here’s what I used inside the Lantern: (*affiliate links)

Directions:

Make a simple snowman using air-dry clay*.
Use the tips of painted bamboo skewers* for the arms of the snowman.
Once the air-dry clay has dried, draw on the face using fine-tip paint markers*.
Tie a thin ribbon around the neck of the snowman for the scarf.
I added a Small Wood Slice* to the bottom of the lantern to elevate the snowman.
If the lantern if going to be handled by children or curious adults, glue the snowman and Mini Bottle Brush Trees* to the Wood Slice*.
Finish off the look with a 1 1/2″ natural cotton red striped ribbon*.
Optional: Add Fairy Lights* to the inside of the lantern.

Thanks for following along with my latest holiday DIY.

Let your creativity shine, and don’t forget—the best decorations

are the ones that make you smile every time you see them.

“This is a sponsored post. As a member of the StyleTechCraft Design Team I have been provided product and compensation in exchange for my creative ideas. The views and opinions are my own.

“Craft My Stash” 2026 Flip Calendar Mini Class

October 22, 2025October 16, 2025Leave a comment

CRAFT MY STASH! 2026 Flip Calendar Mini Class

I am teaching a one-hour Mini Class on December 12th at Tremont Gallery/Pearl Street Stamping using the mini calendars from Taylored Expressions. Bring your own paper scraps or use my paper, stickers and embellishments to create a one-of-a-kind Mini Flip Calendar for 2026. After the year is over, you can use the calendar pages to make a Mini Flip Album. Every Album will be unique!

Contact Tremont Gallery/Pearl Street Stamping at 309-925-4438 to sign up for this class.

December 12th

10:00-11:00 a.m.
Noon-1:00 p.m.

Cost: $10.00

Please Bring:

tape runner
scissors
paper trimmer

Make a Gratitude Tag/Bookmark

October 20, 2025October 16, 2025Leave a comment

Start Each Day with a Grateful Heart…

As the warm summer days quickly turn into Autumn,

I am enjoying having the windows open again, feeling the cool breeze,

and enjoying the fall colors.

After years of trying, we have finally grown our own pumpkin.

It’s not that big, but it’s perfectly round and perfect for the front porch.

To Celebrate Fall…

I decided to make a tag/bookmark with the bright and beautiful colors of fall.

I used a couple of Eileen Hull’s New Sizzix Dies and the New Lacy Leaves Embossing Folder to make the tag.

I decided to get “inky” with this tag using Tim Holtz Distress Inks*.

For the base of the tag, I used heavyweight cream cardstock*.
I used a golden yellow ink pad along with Spiced Marigold Distress Ink and lightly applied the inks onto the cardstock using an ink applicator.
Next, I rubbed Vintage Photo Ink onto one side of the embossing folder. Place the inked cardstock onto the inked side of the embossing folder. Place the embossing folder into a Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine* and run the embossing folder through the machine.
Cut a tag with the embossed cardstock using the largest of the Tunnel Arch Dies*.

For the flowers and leaves, I also used cream cardstock and inked them with the inks.
I accented the vase using a Deco Color gold paint marker*.
I raised both the vase and flowers using thin foam mounting squares*.

Want a tip for adhering small pieces? (for example: flowers and leaves) I use the Xyron Disposable Sticker Maker*. I put my cardstock through the Sticker Maker* first, then I die-cut the small pieces. It makes gluing them in place so much easier.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. As a member of the Eileen Hull Inspiration Team, I have been provided product in exchange for my creative ideas. The view and opinions are my own.