Today, I am sharing an idea on how to use the shaker box dimensional rings that are sold in the Holidays mini. Instead of using them on the front of my paper, I used it on the back to create a window look.
I started out by punching the snowflake shape out of the polka dot patterned paper. Then, I punched a 2-1/2 Circle out of scrap paper and used the empty circle on the paper as a guide to add piercing around the snowflake. I then glued a piece of windowsheet underneath the punched snowflake, and I added a polka dot brad in the center of the snowflaker. I then added a shaker box ring around the snowflake, underneath the paper. I flipped the paper face down on the table and I filled the shaker with mica flakes.
Tip: The mica flakes can be very static-y so instead of pourring them right out of the container, I prefer to use a small spoon (the little plastic spoon they use for tasting at ice cream parlors are perfect for that) to add the flakes on my project. Less mess that way!
I then peeled the backing off and glued a second piece of windowsheet on the back on the shaker to close it off. Adding the second windowsheet will make your job much easier when centering your panel on the card base. If you left the shaker box open on the back, you would have to leave the paper face down on the table and try to center your card base directly on it. Adding the second piece of windowsheet allows you to close the back of the shaker and move the sheet around and place it properly on your card.
I rounded the paper corners with a punch and I stamped my sentiment at the bottom, adding a few pearls to it. I then hung two mini jingle bells on a piece of white baker's twine and twisted it around the brad in the center of the snowflake.
Tip: The trick to adding the twine to the mini jingle bells is to use a needle threader. Otherwise, you'll just end up pulling your hair out! (Ask me how I know...)
Stampin' Up! Supplies
Stamps: Notes manuscrites (Hand-Penned Holidays)
Cardstock: Wisteria Wonder
Designer Paper: In Colors Designer paper pack
Ink: Wisteria Wonder
Accessories: Snowflake punch, Mini jingle bells, White baker's twine, White envelope,
Pearl basic jewels, Windowsheets, In Colors polka dot brad, Paper piercer,
2-1/2 Circle punch,Mica flakes, Shaker Box dimensional ring
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