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Shaker Card with Window Die and Acetate

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - Join Toni for her brand new launch show 3 - broadcast 17th Oct 23 · 17/10/2023 · watch it from 9:45

Shaker Card with Window Die and Acetate - the finished project
The finished project

Create a charming shaker card featuring a rustic window frame die-cut with acetate panels. The design showcases a vintage bicycle with yellow flowers against a cottage window backdrop, with pink glitter embellishments adding sparkle to the frame. This project combines die-cutting, stamping and shaker card techniques to create an interactive greeting card perfect for any occasion.

You will need

Christmas Window Die - Beautiful View - 060323AChristmas Window Die - Beautiful View - 060323ASEE IT Christmas Window Die - Look & See - 060323DChristmas Window Die - Look & See - 060323DSEE IT

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Step by step

  1. Step 1: Cut out a window die from your white card base using the Christmas Window Die. The die creates a frame with fo

    Cut out a window die from your white card base using the Christmas Window Die. The die creates a frame with four rectangular apertures that will showcase your painted mount scenes.

    ▶ watch this step (9:45)
  2. Step 2: Adhere a piece of acetate behind the window opening on your card front to create a shaker chamber. Ensure the

    Adhere a piece of acetate behind the window opening on your card front to create a shaker chamber. Ensure the acetate covers the entire window area securely.

    ▶ watch this step (10:00)
  3. Step 3: Add sparkly embellishments or sequins into the shaker chamber between the card base and the acetate window pan

    Add sparkly embellishments or sequins into the shaker chamber between the card base and the acetate window panel to create movement and dimension.

    ▶ watch this step (10:05)
  4. Step 4: Seal the back of the shaker card by adhering another layer of card over the acetate window to contain the shak

    Seal the back of the shaker card by adhering another layer of card over the acetate window to contain the shaker contents. This creates a complete enclosure for the sequins or embellishments inside.

    ▶ watch this step (10:10)
  5. Step 5: Display the finished shaker card to show the window frame design with the sparkle elements that move freely be

    Display the finished shaker card to show the window frame design with the sparkle elements that move freely behind the acetate window.

    ▶ watch this step (10:15)

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