Make a Mini Spring Basket

March 25, 2026Leave a comment

This month, the Eileen Hull Design Team has been celebrating creativity

on a small scale with a series of delightful miniature projects.

(Visit Eileen’s Blog here or join the Eileen Fan Club on Facebook.)

For my contribution, I was inspired to create a Spring Basket

made using Eileen Hull’s versatile Needle Book Die*.

With a little adjustment, the die* makes a cute little basket.

Materials Used to make the Spring Basket: (*affiliate links)

#660767 Sizzix Needle Book Die by Eileen Hull*
#666814 Sizzix Journal Hardware Die by Eileen Hull*
#666689 Sizzix Painterly Blooms & Backgrounds Thinlet Die*
Decorative Scrapbook Paper from 49th and Market
656492 Sizzix White Mat Board*
Sizzix Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine*
Xyron Creative Station*
1/16″ Hole Punch*
Small Beads & Wire
Liquid Adhesive

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Instructions for Making the Spring Basket:

Cover both sides of a 4 1/2″ x 6″ piece of Mat Board* with decorative paper. I like to use the Xyron Creative Station* to add adhesive to the paper. The Xyron Creative Station* attaches a layer of adhesive to the paper for complete coverage with no bubbles or wrinkles.
Die-cut the matboard using the needle book die and Big Shot Die-cutting Machine*.
Cut the needle book in half along the center score line.
Cut additional pieces of mat board to be used as the bottom and sides of the basket. You will need one 1″ x 3 ½” piece and two 1″ x 2″ pieces.
Punch a small hole using a 1/16″ hole punch* on one end of each of the 1″ x 2″ pieces of mat board. This will be used later to attach the beaded handle.
Bend the remaining score line on the needle book. Glue the scored tab onto the 1″ x 3 ½” matboard to create the bottom of the basket.

Once the bottom has dried, add a thin line of glue to three sides of the 1″ x 2″ matboard. Glue those onto the needle book to create basket sides. Allow the basket to fully dry.

String beads onto a thin piece of wire. Insert ends into the punched holes on the sides of the basket. Create a small knot with the wire on each end. Cut excess wire with a wire cutter.

I embellished the front of the basket with a covered die-cut label from the Sizzix Journal Hardware Die*.

I created a small flower for the center of the label using the Sizzix Painterly Blooms & Backgrounds Thinlet Die*.
Glue embellishment to the front of the basket.
Fill the basket with small faux flowers and leaves.

May this little basket spark your creativity and inspire you to create your own miniature projects with Eileen Hull’s collection of dies.

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.

DIY Laundry Room Sign Makeover

March 1, 2026Leave a comment

Sometimes the best projects begin with a forgotten sign and a spark of inspiration.

There always seems to be a new project happening around here.

Our latest endeavor is a simple laundry room refresh.

(A lot of good things that I’ll share at the end of the month.)

Laundry Room Sign Before…

While preparing the room for a new coat of paint, I removed the old pictures

and laundry room sign. I added the new discards to my “Donate” pile.

After a second glance, I decided to make-over the sign instead.

I had nothing to lose if I didn’t like it.

To make over the Laundry Room Sign:

Wipe the sign with a damp cloth to make sure it’s clean and dust free.
The metal sign was smooth, so I didn’t prep the sign with sanding.
I spray-painted the sign with leftover Black Chalkboard paint* to give it a matte finish.

I used a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die-Cutting Machine* and StyleTechCraft White Glossy Craft Vinyl to cut the words “The Laundry Room”.
I got the SVG cut file from The Silhouette Design Store.
Once the vinyl was cut and weeded, I placed the words onto the sign using transfer paper. I gently rubbed over the transfer paper and sign using a vinyl scraper tool*.
After the words have transferred on the sign, remove the transfer paper.

A little extra addition…

While I had my vinyl and machine out, I cut the words “laundry pods”.

I placed it on an old apothecary jar I picked up years ago from a garage sale.

(You can find new apothecary jars here*.)

There’s nothing more satisfying than giving new life to the things I already have on hand with quick and easy makeovers.

“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.

DIY Valentine’s Day Decoration with Clothespin Easel

February 4, 20261 Comment

How to make a Hugs and Kisses Valentine’s Day Decoration.

Eight years ago, I created a simple “Make and Take” project for

the StyleTechCraft Booth at a convention in Phoenix.

The project was a simple Valentine’s Day vinyl craft added to a

plain matboard coaster. The Valentine’s Day coaster featured a

simple easel on the back made using a spring-loaded clothespin.

Surprisingly, that little clothespin easel was a smash hit.

In the last eight years, it has been my most viewed and pinned

pin on Pinterest. (And my most stolen pin also.)

Materials Used: (*affiliate link)

4″ Square Coasters*
Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*
“XOXO hugs and kisses” SVG File from the Silhouette Store
Red and Pink Luster Vinyl from StyleTechCraft
Black Glossy Craft Vinyl from StyleTechCraft
Vinyl Tool Kit*
StyleTechCraft Clear Transfer Tape*
Silver Chisel Point Paint Pen*
Wood Spring-Loaded Clothespin*
Rapid Fuse Adhesive*

To make the Hugs and Kisses Coaster:

I started with a plain 4″ square coaster*.
Size the “xoxo hugs and kisses” design to fit onto the center of the coaster.
Using a Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine*, cut the XOXO pieces of the design using StyleTechCraft Pink and Red Luster Vinyl.
Cut the words “hugs and kisses” using StyleTechCraft Black Adhesive Glossy Craft Vinyl.
Using transfer paper, I transferred the design onto the front of the coaster.

6. I edged the sides of my coaster in silver, using a Silver Leaf Paint Pen*.

To make the Easel…

Glue a Wooden Clothespin* on the back of the coaster with Rapid Fuse Adhesive*.
Pull the clothespin open just enough so that the round metal spring comes slightly out of its groove. (Some clothespins work better than others so you might need a little luck.)
To keep the clothespin from snapping shut…glue the top ends of the clothespin together.

These little coasters make sweet Valentine’s Day decorations or thoughtful handmade gifts. Happy crafting!

“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.

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Cheetah Girl Mini Album: Inspired by My Stylish Granddaughter

February 1, 2026February 13, 20262 Comments

Cheetah Girl Mini Album!

Today, I’m sharing something a little different from my usual projects!

The Eileen Hull Creative Team is collaborating with Graphix®,

giving me the chance to try some exciting new materials and techniques.

This Cheetah Girl Album was inspired by my cheetah-loving granddaughter.

Even at age three, that little girl has serious style.

On Christmas, when she opened her present of new boots,

she excitedly exclaimed, “Cheetah boots!”

I wasn’t expecting such an enthusiastic reaction,

but it sure made me feel good.

While she may look like her daddy, she definitely gets her

confidence and sense of style from her momma.

Materials Used: (*affiliate links)

Graphix “Sassy” Dura-Lar® Prints
Graphix Rainbow Adhesive Backed Film for Inkjet Printers
Sizzix #661906 XL Journal Die by Eileen Hull*
Sizzix #666254 “Tablecloth” Embossing Folder*
6″ x 13″ Matboard Sheets* (2)
Sizzix Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine*
DecoArt Splendid Gold Dazzling Metallic Acrylic Paint*
Black Acrylic Paint*
Versafine Black Ink Pad*
4″ x 6″ Photo Mat*

Using 6″ x 13″ matboard, I die-cut the front and back cover for the album.
I wanted a black base for the album, so I painted mine black after I die-cut them.

I cut a piece of 4″ x 6″ clear Cheetah print translucent film.
I painted the back of the film with Gold Metallic paint.
Because the paint is semi-opaque, I used several coats to cover the back.

Embossed Frame

Paint several coats of gold paint onto a white 4″ x 6″ photo mat.
I embossed it with the “tablecloth” embossing folder and black ink.
You can read more about how I embossed the photo mat here.

In the “Sassy” Dura-Lar® prints collection was a sheet with translucent and black words.
I cut several words out and placed them onto the sticky back of the “rainbow” adhesive back film.
I cut around the words and layered them onto gold cardstock.
Assemble your album and create two signature books to put inside the album.
On the spine of the album are holes. Two on the top and two on the bottom. They are for threading a string to hold the signature books in place.

There you have it-a sassy cheetah album perfect for your own little style icon!

Fill it with photos, memories, and all those moments that capture their fierce personality.

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.

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)

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.