Metamorphosis Collection By Simon Hurley┃Inspiration Cards

Happy Friday, Friends! On today’s blog, I’d like to share a set of colorful and dimensional inspiration cards made with a “Floral & Butterfly” look showcasing the latest; Metamorphosis Collection by Simon Hurley for Spellbinders. This collection includes Stained Glass Window Etched Dies, In Bloom Etched Dies, Brilliant Butterflies Etched Dies, and Everyday Sentiments Etched Dies. So, without further ado, let’s jump right into the step-by-step for how I made them. ↓

Therefore, for the first example, I created an extra dimensional card with a pop-up effect using Stained Glass Window Etched Dies, Brilliant Butterflies Etched Dies, and Everyday Sentiments Etched Dies sets.

Thus, I lined up the stained glass insert and outer die over the cutting plates, and then, I ran them thru the Platinum 6 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine to cut out the die-cutting and detailed window from white cardstock. Next, I used the paper trimmer to trim down in 3-pieces the die-cutting window to create the layered stepper pop-up dimension for the card.

Then, after getting the die-cutting window trimmed down, I got the backing of the small and medium pieces glued down to 2 white cardstock pieces, and then I proceeded to trim off the excess cardstock to keep the original shape. Next, I got the backing of the arched pieces glued down to the upper center part of an A2 size top folding white card base. Lastly, I got the small and medium pieces attached to the card base using the paper spring technique to add dimension.

Thus, after getting those pieces attached, I used some of the inked panels I had previously created from white cardstock using the Ink Spray Bundle by The Stamp Market. That said, I lined up the solid butterfly dies included in Brilliant Butterflies Etched Dies to cut die-cut the butterfly's silhouettes from the inked panels and also from plain white cardstock. Then, I also used the insert dies to die-cut the detailed butterfly silhouettes from white cardstock. 

After getting the die-cutting steps for the butterflies pieces, I assembled each butterfly, and then I got the backing of them glued down to the stepper card base, just like you can see in the image above. Followed by that, I used the Thanks die included in Everyday Sentiments Etched Dies to die-cut the shadow layer from translucent vellum and its top layer from white cardstock. 

Once I finished the die-cutting for the sentiment, I added dimension to it by getting more layers glued down to it. Then, afterward, I glued it down to the lower right corner. Nevertheless, I added dimension to the

Nevertheless, I added a shiny dimension to the card sentiment using a combination of Glossy Accent and Nuvo Aqua Shimmer Pen. And last but not least, to get the card finished the card off, I also added some of the Rhinestones Sunlight Gold here and there using the Jewels Picker and Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue to get them glued down. 

For the second example, I made a much simpler card with lots of dimension and color. Therefore, I used one of the inked panels as the card background, so I got the backing of it adhered to an A2 size top folding white card base using double-sided adhesive.

Next, I used the same die to die-cut a detailed window to create a second one, and I added dimension to it by getting a few layers glued down together. Then right after adding dimension to the window, I got its backing glued down to the card background.

Soon after getting that done, I created a die-cutting and dimensional butterfly and card sentiment, and I did it the same way as I did in the previous example, then I got them glued down to the card's front panel.

Last but not least, I added the same dimensional shiny look to the card’s sentiment, and I got the card finished off by getting some jewels glued down here and there.

For the last example, I let the butterflies aside to create a floral card. Thus, I used extra pieces of inked cardstock alongside the dies included in In Bloom Etched Dies to die-cut the blooms and their leaves and stems. 

So, after getting the de-cutting step, I moved on to get the flowers assembled, and then I created a floral cluster with them and the die-cutting leaves.

Moving on, I put the floral cluster aside, and in the meantime, I added the die-cutting stained window detail to an A2 size white card panel using the insert die from the die set. Then, I trimmed off 1/8 of an inch from each side of the card panel using the paper trimmer, and then I got it mounted over an A2 size top folding white card base using Double Sided Adhesive Foam Strips to add a little bit of dimension. 

Once I had finished adding dimension to the card background, I got the floral cluster mounted over the card’s front panel.

Then, I added metallic accents using gold cardstock and a shiny effect by adding jewels to the flower’s centers.

Also, as a finishing touch, I added the same dimensional shiny effect to the card's sentiment, and I added adding jewels here and there just like I did in the previous examples.

And with that said, friends, I hope you’ve enjoyed reading the step-by-step for how I’ve made this inspirational set of colorful and dimensional inspiration cards with a “Floral & Butterfly” look showcasing the latest; Metamorphosis Collection by Simon Hurley for Spellbinders. As always, I appreciate your time reading my blog posts. Below, you’ll find the supply list for the products used in today’s blog post. And, If you get inspired by today’s projects, please be sure to tag me on Instagram ➝ @cardsandcraftsbyyaz because I’d love to see what you’re creating.

Thank you and happy crafting.
Stay Awesome & Beautiful
— Today & Always —

Love,
Yasmin


Supply List

Metamorphosis Collection by Simon Hurley
Stained Glass Window Etched Dies
In Bloom Etched Dies
Brilliant Butterflies Etched Dies
Everyday Sentiments Etched Dies
Tool ‘n One
Wax Seal Starter Kit
Do Not Open Wax Seal Stamp
Glimmer Hot Foil System Platform
Glimmer Hot Foil 4 Rolls - Satin Metallics Variety Pack
Glimmer Hot Foil Roll - Polished Brass
Glimmer Hot Foil Roll - Matte Gold
Glimmer Hot Foil Roll: Aura
Glimmer Hot Foil Roll - Gold
Glimmer Hot Foil Roll - Champagne
Mirror Gold Cardstock
Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue
Tool and Accessories Main Attraction
Universal Plate System Accessory Bundle
Platinum 6 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine
Memory MISTI
MISTI Stamp Tool
MISTI Mini Stamp Tool
Permanent Tape Runner
Double Sided Adhesive Foam Strips
Double Sided Adhesive Foam 1/4 Roll
Double Sided Adhesive Foam Roll 1'‘
Clear Double Sided Adhesive Roll - 1/4 Inch
6 Pack Flat top Craft Ink Blending Brushes
DMC Diamant Metallic Gold Thread
Precision Tip Scissors
Gold Satin Ribbon
Porcelain Watercolor Paint Palette
Magnetic Sheets
CRICUT Trimmer
Buff Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
Double Sided Adhesive Dots for Wax Seal Stamp
Silver Brush - Limited Black Velvet Master Travel Set
True Snow Craft Supply
Glitter Snow
Scor-Buddy Eighths
Scor-Pal Eighths
Jewels Picker
Rhinestones Sunlight Gold
Comfort Paper Trimmer
Glossy Accent
Crystal Diamond Glitter
Nuvo Aqua Shimmer Pen
Mini Desktop Vacuum Cleaner
Nail Polish Rack Wall Mounted Shelf
Recollections Gold Foil Cardstock
Craft Treat Teflon Bone Folder
Acrylic Heart Brush/Pen Holder
Mini Ink Blending Brushes
Tonic Studios Nuvo Media Spatulas
Viva Decor 3-Piece Palette Knife Set
Liquitex Basics Light Modeling Paste
Handy Art Designer's Palette Artist Acrylic Modeling Paste
6 Pack Flat top Craft Ink Blending Brushes
Sizzix - Big Shot Switch Plus Machine
VersaMark Ink Pad
Embossing Ink Reinker
Magic Powder Bag
Brutus Monroe Embossing Ink
Embossing Powder Ultra Fine Alabaster
Metallic Embossing Powder- Gilded
Magic Powder Bag - Refill
Inkadinkado Embossing Powder Tool
Wow Embossing Powder Gold Pearl
Wow Dual Speed Heat Tool
Glass Craft Mat
Desert Storm Heavy 100 lb. Cardstock
Hammermill Cardstock
Hammermill Cardstock 100lb - 100 Bright 8.5x11 6 Pack
Hammermill Cardstock 80lb -100 Bright 8.5x11 8 Pack
Hammermill Cardstock 100 lb - 100 Bright 17x11
Hammermill Cardstock 80lb - 100 Bright 17x11
Crafter's Essential Cutting and Alignment Mat

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