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“Craft My Stash” 2026 Flip Calendar Mini Class

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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

Winter Shaker Card with Eileen Hull’s New Sizzix Release

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Today is Release Day for Eileen Hull’s newest dies for Sizzix,

and I’m excited to share a couple of projects that I’ve made.

As soon as I saw the sneak peek of what was coming,

I knew I wanted to make a winter shaker card.  

So…even though I am hanging onto Summer as hard as I can,

I still am in the mood to make a few Winter cards.

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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.

For the Winter Window Shaker Card, I used:    (*affiliate links)

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Another project I made was the Winter Deer Tag.

I wanted it to look like a serene winter scene.  

I used the Lacy Leaves Embossing Folder* to emboss the first layer of the tag.

I added thin foam mounting squares* under the deer and

green tree to give the tag dimension.  

Enjoy The New Sizzix Collection

This collection was inspired by nature and the cozy feeling of home.  It was designed to coordinate with the Handbound Journal* (sold separately) to create a tunnel book, but each die set also stands beautifully on its own and can be used in so many creative ways!

Home Sweet Home Die Set*
This 24-piece set includes layered forest animals (deer, fox, bunny, squirrel, and butterflies), pine trees, grassy hills, greenery, clouds, sun, moon, and a cozy house. The sweet deer alone makes this set worth it! Perfect for holiday projects, baby themes, everyday cards, journals, and tags.

Windowsill Flowers & Vase*
A 13-die set designed to coordinate with the Tunnel Arches. The window die matches the largest arch, letting you build a 3D scene that looks as though you’re peering through a window. The tiny vase and flowers are wonderful for using scraps. The little lacy piece also makes a lovely accent for junk journal pockets and cards.

Tunnel Arches*
Who knew arches could be so versatile? Make a rainbow! Use the negative cuts to create graduated windows in journals, cards, and home décor, or the positive pieces as card bases and tags—nothing goes to waste! This 7-die nesting set ranges in size from 4 ½” x 3 ¼” down to teeny-tiny (so cute!). They were designed to fit perfectly inside the Handbound Journal if you’d like to try your hand at a tunnel book.

Watch for upcoming tutorials on Eileen’s YouTube channel!

Lacy Leaves Embossing Folder*
A bold, intricate lacy pattern measuring 6” x 8 ½”—perfectly sized for journal covers and cards. This design was inspired by an actual piece of lace from my collection that reminded me of leaves. I love the mix of nature and lace! Whether you emboss or deboss the pattern, the result is simply beautiful.

Cute DIY Bunny Treat Container

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How to make a Cute Bunny Treat Container

With Spring and Easter around the corner, it’s time to start all things bunnies.

The Bunny Treat Container is a fun Dollar Tree* and StyletechCraft* Spring DIY.

When I stopped at Dollar Tree the other day to pick up a

Clear Plastic Craft Jar* to make an Easter Bunny Treat Container,

I saw these cute bunny backside embellishments.  

(I’m not sure what the correct description would be.)

I knew they would be great for my little Easter Bunny.

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  • Cut a pink circle and bunny ears for the top of the jar.  (The ears for the bunny came with the Bunny Face SVG file.) I used white cardstock for the bunny ears and pink vinyl for the inside.  You could also use felt to create the bunny ears. 
  • Adhere the bunny ears to the lid with Glue Dots* or hot glue.

  • Disassemble the “bunny backside” embellishment.
  • Adhere the feet under the front of the jar.

  • Use Glue Dots* to adhere the tail to the back of the jar.

  • Add a ribbon around the top of the lid. 
  • Use Glue Dots* under the ribbon to keep it from slipping.  
  • Glue a small bow and flower embellishment to the front of the lid.  
  • Fill the jar with Spring Jellybeans* or Spring M & M’s*.  (Or your favorite treat.)

Valentine’s Day Candy Dispenser

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Valentine's Day Candy Dispenser

Dollar Tree Heart Candy Dispensers

Using Dollar Tree* items and StyleTechCraft Vinyl*,

you can create an adorable, simple,

and inexpensive Valentine’s Day Treat Dispenser.

They make a fun little gift.

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Valentine's Day Candy Dispensers

While at my local Dollar Tree* the other day, I found

these adorable Candy Dispensers.

I knew they wouldn’t last long there, so I grabbed a couple.

(FYI…they also have Easter Candy Dispensers*.)

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Valentine's Day Candy Dispensers

I decided to make these cute little dispensers even cuter

with the help of StyleTechCraft Glossy Craft Vinyl*. 

Valentine's Day Candy Dispenser

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Directions:

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3D Snowflake Christmas Trees

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3D Silver Snowflake Christmas Tree

How to make 3D Snowflake Christmas Trees.

One of my favorite new Christmas Dies this year is the

3D Snowflake Christmas Tree Die* from Sizzix.

The trees are so easy to make, and you can make a variety of trees

by removing or adding snowflakes.

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3D Silver & White Snowflake Christmas Trees

I made the retro-inspired tree using Silver and Red Metallic

Cardstock with silver beads as the spacers.  (It’s my favorite!)

These would look adorable on your Christmas table alongside each plate.

3D Snowflake Christmas Tree

To make the 3D Christmas Trees…

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  1. Die-cut three sets of green snowflakes.
  2. Die-cut four sets of gold stars and the gold base.
  3. Fold the four gold stars and gold tree bases in half. Glue the four sides together.
  4. Place a little dab of glue on the bottom of the stick and place it in the center of the gold base.
  5. Add a small wood bead onto the stick and alternate beads and snowflakes.
  6. Leaving approximately ½”, cut the excess stick off the top of the tree.
  7. Add a little glue to the top of the stick and add the gold star.

3D Snowflake Christmas Trees

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Add some twine to the top of the snowflake tree and hang it as a Christmas Decoration.

DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag

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DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag using StyleTechCraft HTV Vinyl

DIY CHRISTMAS TREE REUSABLE GIFT BAG

Are you getting ready for Christmas?

This past Thanksgiving weekend came and went so quickly.

But I am so Thankful that I got to spend it with all three

of my kids and their families.

Family Time is Priceless.

DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag using StyleTechCraft HTV Vinyl

While she was here, I asked my sweet little Granddaughter to

model this bag that I made using StyleTechCraft’s Heat Transfer Vinyl*.

It’s made from an inexpensive cotton bag* and is perfect for

carrying gifts for all those Holiday Parties.

Or you can give it as part of the gift.

StyletechCraft products brought to you by ATSM Craft*

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DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag using StyleTechCraft HTV Vinyl

DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag using StyleTechCraft HTV Vinyl

  • I cut the image out of both red and green HTV vinyl.
  • I removed the vinyl that I wanted to be green from the red image.
  • With the green image, I cut out only the pieces that I wanted to use with the red layer.
  • Make sure to mirror the image and place the shiny side down on the cutting mat.

DIY Christmas Tree Reusable Gift Bag using StyleTechCraft HTV Vinyl

  • Position the design on your bag.  Use an iron or a heat press* to apply heat and pressure to the design, following the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Peel off the clear transfer tape.

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Holiday Paper Crafting Workshop Samples & Important Update

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Sue's 2024 Holiday Paper Crafting Workshop Update-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com (2)

Our First Workshop Date Has Sold Out!

I’m excited to announce that we have added another date

for Sue’s 2024 Holiday Paper Crafting Workshop.

I will be doing a second Workshop on Friday, November 8th.

If there is enough interest, we are considering adding a third

workshop on the following weekend, Saturday, November 16th.

Black Holiday Door Card-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6828Snowflake Christmas Tree-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6834

Red Holiday Door Card-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6825Holiday Necklace-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6865

Cardinal Card-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6863Embossed Snowflake Card-Sue's Creative Workshop www.sueeldred.com 6845

Here is a sampling of some of the projects we will be making.  

Class Description:

Looking for a jumpstart to the holiday season? Sue is hosting a Holiday Paper Crafting Workshop! Join with other paper crafters for a fun afternoon of creating together.  In the workshop, we will be making 6-8 Christmas Cards, a 3D Snowflake Christmas Tree Decoration, and a quick and easy Holiday Necklace. Come and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, before the busy hustle and bustle of the holidays.

Cost is only $30

Call Tremont Gallery to Sign Up:  309-925-4438 (Store Open Wednesday-Friday)

(Leave them a message, and they will get back to you.)

For more information you can email me at suesholidayworkshop@yahoo.com 

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Christmas Quilt Card

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Christmas Quilt Card

Christmas Quilt Card

Have you finished sending out your Christmas Cards yet?

I’m close to being done, but if you’re not, here’s a last-minute

card using Eileen Hull’s Mini Slimline & Tickets Die Set by Sizzix*

Christmas Quilt Card

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Christmas Quilt Card

  • I know the pieces of the die are technically tickets.  I think when it’s all assembled, it looks like a quilt.  (so there you have it!)
  • I used paper from the “Happy Christmas” Paper Pad* to cut three bases. 

Christmas Quilt Card

  • I adhered one base to the die-cut layer.  The others, I cut apart. I used those to create a patchwork base.

Christmas Quilt Card

  • I used stickers from the Happy Christmas Sticker Book* to embellish the front of the card.  
  • Here’s a simple tip I learned from a class I took from Mrs Grossman (of Mrs. Grossman Sticker Company) many years ago. To make stickers die-cuts, brush baby powder on the back to remove the stickiness.

Christmas Quilt Card

The Slimline Ticket die would make a great card for any occasion.

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

Santa’s Letter Box

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Santa's Letter Box using Sizzix Slotted Box die

Create a Holiday Mailbox for letters to Santa using the Sizzix Slotted Treat Box Die by Eileen Hull*.

A fun project to make for Christmas!

Santa's Letter Box using Sizzix Slotted Box die by Eileen Hull.

To say I have a lot of Holiday Scrapbook paper would be a understatement!

Paper crafters have a tendency to “save” their special scrapbook paper

for just the right project.

We also have a tendency to hoard said special paper.

Santa's Letter Box using Sizzix Slotted Box die by Eileen Hull.

Sometimes its fun to use what you have on hand.

I dug deep into my hoarded Graphic 45 Christmas Scrapbook paper

to make the Santa Letter Box.

One of my favorite tips…

  • Before I die-cut the mat board, I like to use the Xyron Creative Station* to add adhesive to the back of the paper.  It gives the paper a complete layer of adhesive with no bubbles.  It really is easy to use.

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Santa's Letter Box

When making the Santa Letter Box…

  • I adapted the box by adding 1″ strips of matboard* around the existing box lid. The extra strips allowed the box to have a lip that fits over the edge of the box.

Santa's Letter Box

  • I added three additional layers of graduated sized matboard to the lid for dimension using foam tape.
  • I glued thrifted gold cording around each layer to cover the Foam Tape*.
  • A wood knob painted red completes the lid.

Santa's Letter Box

For the base of the letter box, I used an old metal lamp base. 

(At least, that’s what I think it is.)

We found it in my Dad’s garage while cleaning it out a few years ago.

It’s fun to use old things in unusual ways.

Santa's Letter Box

The Santa Letter Box adds a little Christmas Magic to your Holiday Decorating.  

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How to Create a “Merry” Holiday Banner

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How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

How to make a “Merry” Banner to add to your Holiday Decorations.

Now that the weather has turned cooler, I’m starting to plan my Holiday decorating.

If you love banners and quick and easy projects, this one’s for you.

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

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How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

Directions:

  • Cut the scrapbook paper slightly larger than the wood banner pieces.
  • Place the scrapbook paper design side up in the Xyron Creative Station®*. 

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

  • Turn the handle of the Creative Station to run the paper through.  As it runs through, it adds complete adhesive covering on the underneath side of the paper.

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

  • Lay the Transfer paper over the vinyl and gently rub with a vinyl scraper tool.

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

How to Create a Merry Holiday Banner

  • Paint the wood beads with red and green acrylic paint.
  • String the banner and wood beads onto ribbon or twine.

I wanted to keep the banner pieces simple. 

But you could add Holiday Flowers and embellishments to make it special.

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