APG July 2019 Die of the Month – Graceful Concertina

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128
It’s that time again, play time!  Today I’m introducing the new Die of the Month, Graceful Concertina! It’s unlike anything I have in my stash.  On this particular die template, there are connectors on the side so that you connect one panel to the next and the next and so on.  As always, it is set up with a rim so that you can have a shadow layer and there is a small inlay panel.

Join the Amazing Paper Grace Creative Team for a Graceful Concertina Inspiration Hop, but first I have a couple of makes to show you today.

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128

Inspiration for Graceful Concertina

For this die, I worked backward to make sure the die could be used for more than just a card.  I think it makes a beautiful card, but it also makes a beautiful card, box, votive holder, envelope and more :-)  Since the card made with this template is easy peasy, today in the video I’m sharing how to make a quick box:

Graceful Concertina Samples

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128
This is a concertina of three panels.  It could go on and on and on :-)  I like to think it could be used to make a mini album and I’m thinking to give it a try in the near future.  In particular, I’ve been wanting to make a “10 Things I Adore About You” and I think it will be perfect!!

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128
This a two panel-shaped card.  It’s the quickest and easiest project to make :-)

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128
Because of all the open lacey spaces, I thought this would make a fabulous votive holder using one of those battery operated candles.  It did not disappoint and the votive creates a soft glowing romantic light.

Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128

And finally, the box.  It’s just so different from other boxes, I couldn’t resist whipping one up.


Well, that’s my shares for you with the July 2019 Die of the Month!  Visit the Spellbinders Blog Graceful Concertina post to have a look at many more pictures!

To learn more about all things Amazing Paper Grace, I invite you to join our private Facebook Group Amazing Paper Grace – Creative Encouragement Facebook Group.  We have a library of over 100 diecutting, paper crafting and flower making tutorials in a supportive and lovely community.  I hope to see you there!

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Thanks for stopping in!!  I’m finding a lot of peace in creating right now and I hope you are having joy creating too!

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  • Lynda Mellor aka Loopy LyndaJuly 2, 2019 - 10:44 am

    Good morning Becca, absolutely gorgeous!!!
    Have a good one!!!
    Loopy LyndaxxxReplyCancel

  • Christine SpringmanJuly 2, 2019 - 10:59 am

    Oh Becca you always make the most beautiful dies and your box and cards are so lovely and elegant.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJuly 2, 2019 - 11:02 am

    I DO LOVE this little box, Becca! You SURPRISED ME with the lid just popping onto the bottom of the box!LOVE the little votive & the Concertina Style Card too! A SUPER JOB on ALL of your projects with this NEW APG Die of the Month!!! CAN’T WAIT for mine to come in the mail!!! ;)ReplyCancel

  • Dana MJuly 2, 2019 - 11:15 am

    Wow! What a gorgeous design and stunning projects!ReplyCancel

  • Wanda BassJuly 2, 2019 - 12:16 pm

    Aww Becca
    You keep wowing me with your georgeous designs.
    You are so talented!ReplyCancel

  • Terry DunlapJuly 2, 2019 - 12:30 pm

    This is absolutely stunning! I watched the video and it looks easy to do. Thanks for all the time you put in to creating such unique pieces of beauty!ReplyCancel

  • Denice with a "c"July 2, 2019 - 1:52 pm

    You never cease to amaze me with the way you can take an ordinary piece of card stock and turn it in to somethings so extraordinary. Just stunning. Wish I had time to watch the video right now but I will have to come back to it later. Lots to get done today. : ) God bless…Denice with a “c”ReplyCancel

  • Sandy ArtmanJuly 2, 2019 - 3:58 pm

    Hi, Becca,
    Looking at all your beautiful creations makes me soooo happy to be a Die of the Month subscriber. I love how you connected the concertina panels with ribbon (a know of a couple other methods that don’t work ;->). Thank for taking the time to make us a tutorial for the box. I made myself an instruction sheet while watching the video and am excited about making these. So many lovely things to create – so little time! Sigh…
    Love & blessings, SandyReplyCancel

  • ANNA ROBBINSJuly 2, 2019 - 4:30 pm

    Wow, Becca, this is breathtaking! Can’t wait until mine gets here. I juar don’t know how one person can have so much talent!! You amaze me lady!!
    Hugs
    AnnReplyCancel

  • MaryH.July 2, 2019 - 4:30 pm

    I hate to gush but gush I must. Cole Porter said it best, “You can tell at a glance…It’s delightful, it’s delicious, it’s de-lovely”. Besides the lovely dies and tutorials you share, I look forward to your narrative. A lost art writing to connect—a beautiful way of sharing more than your creation.

    I have to ask: Where you a ever a teacher? I ask because your videos are so easy to follow; spot on. Have a blessed day!ReplyCancel

  • DianaDJuly 2, 2019 - 10:49 pm

    Oh Becca….this is stunning! Can’t wait for this to arrive. My daughter is having a baby shower and this is going to be her card from me. Just love the softness it gives for a baby girl. I hope you are settled back into your home. Hugs, DianaReplyCancel

  • Crafty CruiserJuly 3, 2019 - 8:08 am

    Big WOWs on this one, Becca. Absolutely gorgeous projects from this amazing die. Another winner!
    Doreen RReplyCancel

  • Christine JohnsonJuly 3, 2019 - 9:08 am

    oh my goodness! You never fail to disappoint, Becca! Stunning projects! Your concertina box is gorgeous! The 3 panels one is amazingly gorgeous! So creative to create one to hold a votive! LOVE everything! Always inspiring! tfs Hugs, ChristineReplyCancel

  • Kathy/NorthCarolinaJuly 4, 2019 - 1:42 pm

    This is so elegant! I love the fact that you can join it endlessly! Why possibilities!ReplyCancel

  • Kathy WoodJuly 4, 2019 - 5:00 pm

    My word, what a stunning die set! And your box is gorgeous! I definitely shared your video.

    You are the best, Becca! HugsReplyCancel

  • Anita BraddockJuly 10, 2019 - 10:29 am

    Beautiful as always thanks for all the amazing dies and the inspiration to make many Beautiful cardsReplyCancel

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