Spellbinders | April 2020 Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month – 3D Typewriter Mother’s Day Card. Video + Blog Hop + Giveaway (Now Closed)
Hello, crafters. Today I’m creating a Mother’s Day card with an amazing die from Becca Feeeken and Spellbinders – the Pop-Up 3D Vignette Typewriter. This die is from the April 2020 Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month Club from Spellbinders.
I am a big fan of Spellbinders dies in general, but this die has really caught my eye as it creates a rather large dimensional typewriter that sits on its own. The set comes with all the parts you need to assemble the typewriter. From there you can decorate it however you like and make it work for any occasion by using various embellishments from your stash.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
As always, I filmed a video tutorial showing how to create this project from start to finish. I’m hoping you’ll enjoy it. Watch it below or on my Youtube channel.
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CARD DETAILS
The design of this die allows it to fold flat and fit into an envelope. When folded, the typewriter measures 6 1/2” x 4 1/2” inches and should easily fit into a 5 x 7 envelope.
Since Mother’s Day is not that far away I decided to decorate my typewriter and make it into a Mother’s day card. I used two shades of purple cardstock for this project, cardstock from Hero Arts in Lavender and Amethyst, Hero Arts cardstock is very thick and this is the main reason why I picked paper from this brand, as I wanted the typewriter to be nice and sturdy.
The decorative pieces were die cut from Brush Silver cardstock from FSJ and I also die cut additional layers from white cardstock to add dimension to these pieces. You can use foam adhesive to foam mount these pieces onto the typewriter, but I prefer to have a solid layer of dimension, so I often cut additional layers and use glue to glue them together to make one super sturdy and dimensional piece. It does add weight to the project, if you are looking to mail it, you will end up paying more, but if you will be hand-delivering a project like this it won’t really matter, but it will look much more professional in the end. I layered 5 pieces – 4 white pieces and 1 top decorative piece cut from that Brush Silver cardstock. The keyboard was cut from white cardstock, and again I layered 4 or 5 pieces to create dimension and make it really sturdy.
I used glue and adhered these main elements onto the front of my typewriter. You can also decorate the back of your typewriter, meaning make it double-sided, but I decided to make mine single-sided only. I also used glue to assemble the rest of the pieces and adhered them to my typewriter. I really like how all the pieces are separate in this die set allowing you to cut them from various colors of cardstock and create a really beautiful and realistic looking typewriter.
Becca Feeken Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month, this is that typewriter die, is a subscription Club, it is membership, available from the Spellbinders website only. This subscription starts is $32.5 per month, US shipping is included in this cost. Every month there’s a new die set delivered to your door along with lots of inspiration from Spellbinders and Becca. If you enjoy die cutting – you’ll enjoy these kits as the designs are always fresh and trendy. I don’t share the projects with the kits every month here on my youtube channel, but I do try and create fun cards using these products whenever I can find the time.
I also die-cut additional piece to insert into my typewriter and I picked a stamp set to stamp a Mother’s Day sentiment on it. The die comes with an insert that you can use to write “News Flash, You’re Just My Type”, but since I’m making a mother’s day card I went with a stamp set that reads “On Mother’s Day and Every day you are loved more than you’ll ever know”. this stamp set is from WPlus9, it is an older set, yet one that I really treasure and use year and year again. The set is called Strictly Sentiments 4. I used silver embossing powder from Hero Arts, I hardly ever use silver, I am usually a gold kind of person, but I feel like silver works better with purples.
I also used another stamp set from WPlus9, Fresh Cut Florals, I stamped and die cut a number of florals and leaves and I used various shades of purple, yellow and green to stamp these. My plan is to use these images to decorate the typewriter and also to decorate the sentiment panels. I wanted to create little floral arrangements using these die cuts to embellish the typewriter.
Watch my video tutorial above to learn how I assembled this dimensional typewriter.
I love how this card tuned out, how dimensional, how realistic-looking this piece is and how fitting it is for Spring and Mother’s Day.
BLOG HOP
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Kathy Clement
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GIVEAWAY (Now Closed)
To celebrate this release, we are giving away a $50 gift certificate to 3 lucky blog readers – selected from the comments on our blog. Hop along for additional chances to win. Giveaway closes on Sunday, April 26th, 11:59 pm EDT. The winner will be announced in the blog hop post the following Tuesday. The winner is responsible for shipping cost, duties and taxes.
I also have one $25 gift certificate to giveaway to a lucky blog reader. To enter the giveaway, subscribe to my blog newsletter, you can do so HERE and comment below if you are a member of any of the Spellbinders Clubs. I’ll pick the winner and announce the winner in this blog post by Sunday, April 26th.
The winner is Teresa Trump. Congratulations! Teresa, check your inbox for an email from me.
SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month Membership Shop at: SB |
 Die Hero Value Club Membership Shop at: SB |
 The Works Club Membership Shop at: SB |
 Spellbinders Deep Sea Die Cutting Machine Shop at: SSS | SC | SB | AZ |
 Simon Says Stamp White Cardstock 120 LB Shop at: SSS |
 FSJ Brush Silver Cardstock Shop at: SB |
 Hero Hues Premium Cardstock Lavender Shop at: SSS | SC | SB |
 Hero Hues Premium Cardstock Amethyst Shop at: SSS | SC | SB |
 Hero Arts Clear Embossing & Watermark Ink Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 EK Success Powder Tool Applicator Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Hero Arts Silver Embossing Powder Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 FSJ Bloom Palette Paint Palette (2 Pack) Shop at: SB |
 Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 Wplus9 Fresh Cut Flowers Stamps Shop at: WP9 |
 Wplus9 Fresh Cut Flowers Dies Shop at: WP9 |
 Wplus9 Strictly Sentiments 4 Stamps Shop at: WP9 | TS USA |
 WPlus9 Bloomsberry Dye Ink Shop at: WP9 |
 Wplus9 Cockleshell Dye Ink Shop at: WP9 |
 WPlus9 Last Leaf Dye Ink Shop at: WP9 |
 Hero Arts Forever Green Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | HA | AZ |
 WPlus9 Hayride Dye Ink Shop at: TS USA |
 WPlus9 Wild Mango Dye Ink Shop at: TS USA |
 White Foam Squares Shop at: SSS | SC | SB | AZ |
 Journey Craft Glue Shop at: SC | SB |
paulabarclay
April 17, 2020I just love all of your card creations and look forward to seeing them! Paula from NY
Traci Money
April 17, 2020this is really cool … love how you made it into a mothers day card
Jennifer
April 18, 2020Stunning project! I really like the color combo you chose, so spring like and cheery. Brings me joy in the uncertain times!
Rose Johnson
April 17, 2020Gorgeous card – love all the details! Great die – so intricate!
mackie
April 17, 2020Wow!wow!wow! Gorgeous!
Barbara Matthews
April 17, 2020Oh my goodness, I learned to type on one of these I think I still have my old Corona in the case in my closet. Such a beautiful card, love the florals on the typewriter.
Maureen Reiss
April 17, 2020Really Beautiful card!!!
Dee Earnshaw
April 17, 2020fabulous creativity – I am not a member of any spellbinders clubs but I have many spellbinder dies and love them:)
Jenefer Martin
April 17, 2020Wow – this is beautiful- your mom is going to LOVE getting that!
Sherry Somers
April 17, 2020what a beautiful card!
Judy Parker
April 17, 2020OMG what a stunning card…..wow thanks for sharing
Lauryne Cunningham
April 17, 2020Wow! What a beautiful card! I love the floral details and dimension!
Steffany
April 17, 2020What a beautiful card!
Carol Garcia
April 17, 2020So creative and beautifully done!
Lyne
April 17, 2020what a wonderful card your work is always amazing
Deb Kaste
April 17, 2020Adorabe card. So clever!
Christi
April 17, 2020What a lovely card. Thanks for sharing. I love Spellbinders products
Richelle B
April 17, 2020colors are beautiful!!!
Judith A Hanson
April 17, 2020Gorgeous card! I love the lavender colors — so springy!
Karen Hale
April 17, 2020Gorgeous and unique die and your Mother’s Day card is awesome. Love how you added the florals for more color and dimension. This is so beautiful and cheery for Spring!
Sharon O
April 17, 2020What a unique and beautiful Mother’s Day card! Thanks so much, Yana, for the informative video which is so explicit in its detailed instructions. Perfect color combo too!
Cindy Dollar Fowler
April 17, 2020I really enjoy your work! Just so inspiring for me! I am hooked on Spellbinders, look forward to my kit with small and large die each month!
sandy M
April 17, 2020Awesome card. I love the dimension you gave it. The color choice is filled with my favorite hues too.
Barbara Lambe
April 17, 2020This card is just beautiful!
Valerie Bullock
April 17, 2020Beautiful card, as usual, Yana!! I always enjoy your video tutorials and inspiration.
Gail Allen
April 17, 2020Love the inspiration you provide with each Y Tube post, love them
Danielle Dietz
April 17, 2020Yana you create the most stunning cards! Your color combinations are always beautiful.
Marie
April 17, 2020Wow what a pretty card. I don’t currently belong to the amazing paper grace club, but do belong to other clubs at spellbinders. This is an awesome die!
Carrie R.
April 17, 2020Love your card!!
Amy Cooley
April 17, 2020Beautiful work! I was a Spellbinders Club member last year. I subscribed to the small and large die and the card kit.
Denise Mills
April 17, 2020Amazing Card!
NatQuebec
April 17, 2020Such a wondeful card ! Love thé colors too3.
Lori Sloan
April 17, 2020Absolutely fantastic! I just got this die a few days ago. Your colors and decorations are just spot on…this makes me smile!! And thank you for the detailed explanation and video!
Robin B
April 17, 2020Such a beautiful card. Hard it believe Mother’s Day is so close. Thank you for sharing!!
Jeanne
April 17, 2020Just beautiful card, such nice choice of palette of colors
Sheri Kempke
April 17, 2020Your card is so gorgeous! Love the colors and the design.
Sam Burnett
April 17, 2020Wonderful video, Yana, always such great directions! This is a beautiful card; love your color choices. I like the Spellbinder die kits too with the individual pieces – so much more versatile!
Eva N
April 17, 2020Your typewriter card looks so pretty in the colors you chose. This is such a fun die set.
Sabrina
April 17, 2020Absolutely beautiful!
Belinda Alaniz
April 17, 2020Love the project design.
jintyoo7
April 17, 2020So pretty, and I’m delighted to see the lovely flowers from Wplus9 again 🙂
Carol Conant
April 17, 2020Beautiful card thank you for sharing it.
ROBIN SOBLIROS
April 17, 2020Amazing as always! I am a large and small site cut member.
blissfullyscrappy
April 17, 2020What a beautiful card! I love the color scheme you used! That silver cardstock is gorgeous, as are the lilacs you embellished the typerwriter with!
MaryH
April 17, 2020You had m at purple and such a wonderful way to make the card more feminine with the colors and embellishments. The sentiment “on Mother’s Day” is not only so apropos but the swirls add even more to your feminine design. Love that sentiment! And the prototype is so realistic and masculine. Not only do your cards always stand out but your abilities as an instructor do also, as you have a wonderful style that is informative in an encouraging, concise manner. Your interactive style makes me feel I am right beside you learning your techniques and insight in a one–on–one discussion which helps me build my confidence and knowledge base. In your videos I find your presentation of the material is done in a nonthreatening, comfortable manner. Thank you for encouraging me to reflect on my artmaking and teaching me new techniques.
Kathy j in Ellicott City
April 17, 2020Great cards!
Debbie Alderson
April 17, 2020Very nice, Yana! Very pretty and feminine!
Maria Taylor
April 17, 2020Love your card, thank you for the inspiration!!
Linda
April 17, 2020Yana your card is beautiful. I love seeing your work and the inspiration you give us each time you post something.
Debbie McKelvey
April 17, 2020Your card is stunningly beautiful! I have this die and also like purple so I am going to have to make one for me! LOL
Tamara Campbell
April 17, 2020The card is amazing. I haven’t picked a kit yet.
Traci Lord
April 17, 2020Yana you Always Blow me Away! Stunning! ❤
ANN L ROBBINS
April 17, 2020Hi Yana, I love how you created this card. I just got this die and haven’t had a chance to get at it yet. TFS.
Linda Meunier
April 17, 2020This card is super cool!!!!