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Amazing Paper Grace July 2019 Die of the Month by Spellbinders - Graceful Concertina - learn about this die at www.amazingpapergrace.com/?p=35128
Hi Friends, today the Creative Team and I are showing a little bit more inspiration for the July Die of the Month.  It’s a die that has tabs on the side so that you can link each panel together to make a concertina card.  Don’t stop there though, there’s much that can be made.   Cut the side tabs off to make a votive candle holder or a box or a book cover.

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

I’m simply intrigued with the filigree on the die and the rounded top – it’s so unique and delicate.  I decided to make some little envelopes with the main die.  They are made exactly like the box in the video —–>HERE  except, only one fold.  It makes a petal-type of envelope and inside I nestled a little notecard.  Also the basket :-)  By now you must know that I love little favors and baskets and this makes up into a sweet little basket using four of the main dies.

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

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

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

You’re in store for a lot of inspiration or our hop today, so grab a cup of coffee and off you go to visit the other ladies!WR-Supplies
Stamps: None
Paper: Bazzill
Ink: None
Accessories: Amazing Paper Grace July Die of the Month by Spellbinders, Amazing Paper Grace Dies by Spellbinders

If you want to find out more about the Club – prices, how you sign up and what’s included, please look ——–> HERE.
If you missed the introduction and want to know more about what inspired the Die of the Month Club, look ——->HERE.

More inspiration is just a click away.  Stop by with each Creative Team Member to see how they manipulated this die to come up with a unique project for you to try!

Visit Kate        – craft2owls.blogspot.com
Visit Joanna   – joannakrog.blogspot.com
Visit Teresa   –  victorianpaperqueen.blogspot.com
Visit Ewelina –  elinaart.blogspot.co.uk
Visit Melissa  – keepsakesbymelissa.blogspot.com 
Visit Judy       – judyhayesdesign.blogspot.com
Visit Becca     – amazingpapergrace.com/blog

 

We can’t wait to see what you make with these exclusive dies – be sure to post your creation on the Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month page ——-> HERE or on Instagram using the hashtag #AmazingPaperGraceClubKit

Don’t forget to visit our Guest Designer of the Month – Karan Gerber.  She has a live post right now with inspiration for the Vintage Treasures Collection.  You can see her latest make right HERE.

We can’t wait to see what you make with these exclusive dies – be sure to post your creation on the Amazing Paper Grace Die of the Month page ——-> HERE or on Instagram using the hashtag #AmazingPaperGraceClubKit

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Sending hugs to all my sweet, sweet readers.  As you know in addition to hanging out here, I surf Instagram and Facebook a little bit in between projects. I’m simply taken by how sweet the paper crafting community really is.  I continue to be blessed by your kind words and encouragement and I only hope I’m returning it to you in a way that makes a difference in your life and your creativity.

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  • Chelsea JohnsonJuly 10, 2019 - 10:09 am

    Becca, that is just so sweet! You just make everything you touch more beautiful.every single post is a beautiful inspiration.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJuly 10, 2019 - 10:49 am

    SWEETLY DONE, Becca! LOVE this die! The team did a WONDERFUL JOB for us too! ;) OFF TO CREATE!!!!!!!! ;)<3ReplyCancel

  • Christine SpringmanJuly 10, 2019 - 12:19 pm

    Love this new die you always cone up with the most amazing projects and you work is always so elegant.love it.ReplyCancel

  • Lynda Mellor aka Loopy LyndaJuly 10, 2019 - 1:25 pm

    Good morning Becca, absolutely gorgeous!!!
    So elegant and feminine!!!
    Have a good one! ! !
    Loopy LyndaxxxReplyCancel

  • MaryH.July 10, 2019 - 2:07 pm

    As usual you and your team have been so innovative and created exquisite designs. Thank you all for this inspiration for us to go and create ourselves —we appreciate the time, effort and, obviously, love you put into doing these designs!ReplyCancel

  • RoselandJuly 10, 2019 - 2:25 pm

    I love these designs. You and your team are very very creative and insperational!ReplyCancel

  • Crafty CruiserJuly 10, 2019 - 2:34 pm

    Yet more wow factors! Your little basket is so sweet Becca and your team have once again come up trumps with their gorgeous projects.
    Doreen RReplyCancel

  • Katarzyna BobrowskaJuly 10, 2019 - 4:25 pm

    BeautifulReplyCancel

  • Rebecca EdnieJuly 10, 2019 - 10:06 pm

    Super gorgeous designs. I love how you see so many 3-D items from flat paper.ReplyCancel

  • nancy fJuly 11, 2019 - 6:18 am

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Joanna DicksonJuly 11, 2019 - 6:20 pm

    StunningReplyCancel

  • Beverly JordanJuly 12, 2019 - 8:03 am

    Beautiful new intricate filigree die, Becca! Love your cards and envelopes but the cute little basket using 4 of the die cuts is my fav!ReplyCancel

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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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Guest Designer for Amazing Paper Grace - Karan Gerber - Using Cannetille Rectangle

Good morning friends!  It’s really my sweet pleasure to welcome another Guest Designer to the Amazing Paper Grace Blog.  If you have been anywhere in the paper crafting community you have no doubt seen and heard of our July Guest Designer.  She’s a prolific instructor and blogger and leaves beautiful creations everywhere she goes!  I can’t even explain how tickled we are to be working with her this month.  I’m tickled to introduce our July Guest Designer – Karan Gerber.  She is headlining my blog today with one of her creations using Vintage Treasures  – one of my favorite die templates – Cannetille Rectangles.  During the month please be sure to take a peek at her blog every week of July 2019, for a new creation using Amazing Paper Grace dies.

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Karan Gerber resides in Ontario,  Canada. She is a card maker; scrapbooker and mixed media artist.

Karan is currently an Educator for 49 and Market based in New York; on the blog team for Creative Scrapbooker Magazine in Canada and a Design Team Member with 2 Crafty Chipboard based out of Australia.  Karan’s passion truly lies in dies,  paper, and cardmaking. Karan prides herself on her classes that she teaches at various stores and locations throughout Ontario. She loves sharing her knowledge with others. She is thrilled to be here with Amazing Paper Grace as a Guest Designer and she looks forward to inspiring you!

 

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Guest Designer Karan Gerber

Karan created a stunning card using the Vintage Treasures Collection, look at the layers, they are exquisite!

Guest Designer for Amazing Paper Grace - Karan Gerber - Using Cannetille Rectangle

Guest Designer for Amazing Paper Grace - Karan Gerber - Using Cannetille Rectangle

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Accessories:  Cannetille Rectangles,  Cinch and Go V Flowers

post-header-bottomMore to come this week:  the July 2019 Die of the Month Grace Concertina premiers. I’ll be showing and talking about it here tomorrow.  This one is different for me and unique to things I’ve seen out die-land.  I hope you’ll take a peek :-)

 

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  • Pam TASJuly 1, 2019 - 8:13 am

    Hi lovely lady I have been checking in on you still
    but have had a few things going on in my life too !
    Have not commented Bill has not had the best time
    over the last few months with his health and that has
    been my priority.
    Still keeping an eye on your progress I am thrilled for
    you to be going so well you sooo deserve it !!!
    Love your die’s all your work and you …..
    Hope you are getting close to having your home sorted
    and your family are well Big Hugs lots of Love Pam XXXXXXReplyCancel

  • Pam TASJuly 1, 2019 - 8:20 am

    Sorry love Karan’s work and love July’s new die
    had a look on Spellbinders XReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:03 pm

      thank you Pam, im so glad you like my card nad im sure you will love July’s new die as well :)ReplyCancel

  • MaryH.July 1, 2019 - 8:29 am

    Welcome Karan. Becca certainly surrounds herself with many talented people. Your card is lovely—this is one of my favorite dies and love the color choices. Look forward to seeing more. Becca I love the opportunity to see not only the work of your talented team but having a guest for the month. And I wanted to say I am so excited to see the new cabinets/shadow boxes & inserts for Christmas! Love having different inserts. More please. Wishing everyone a happy Fourth!ReplyCancel

    • Beverly JordanJuly 1, 2019 - 9:37 am

      Lovely layers of beauty!! Such a talented lady and beautiful card!ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 7:59 pm

      HI Mary H, thank you for dropping by and taking a peek at my card this week, im so pleased that you like it.ReplyCancel

  • Becky GreenJuly 1, 2019 - 8:37 am

    HOW BEAUTIFUL, Karan! You look like a BUSY LADY, & am HAPPY to see your work here on AMP for us! JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!! I am SOOO LOOKING FORWARD to seeing what you have for us this month! ;)<3

    ANXIOUSLY AWAITING TOMORROW & my die in the mail, Becca! It makes me think of a Garden Gate! ;)<3ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:00 pm

      Hi Becky, im so glad you like my card, looking forward to sharing the rest of my projects this month as well.ReplyCancel

  • Crafty CruiserJuly 1, 2019 - 9:35 am

    Welcome to Karan! Such a lovely card to start off the month as guest designer. Looking forward to seeing your creations tomorrow Becca. I know they will be as beautiful as they always are!
    Doreen RReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:00 pm

      thank you Crafty Cruiser for popping by im so glad you like my first card.ReplyCancel

  • GiovannaJuly 1, 2019 - 9:42 am

    Welcome to Karan.ReplyCancel

  • Chelsea JohnsonJuly 1, 2019 - 9:59 am

    Oh, how lovely to have another guest to inspire us this month! Karen, your blog is amazing! I saw many beautiful designs, including some really cool steam punk. Becca, thank you for sharing these inspiring blogs with us!
    Looking forward to tomorrow…..ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:04 pm

      Hi Chelsea i am so glad you took the time to drop on by my blog and so happy you are pleased with my work.ReplyCancel

  • Rebya FalkJuly 1, 2019 - 10:15 am

    Becca, You are so talented! Always nice to see other talented people work with your designs!ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:05 pm

      HI Rebya

      Becca certainly has some amazing dies and her designs are fabulous i so agree. I am so honoured to be here this month to share some of my projects with you!ReplyCancel

  • Denice with a "c"July 1, 2019 - 12:20 pm

    Such a beautiful card. Thank you for sharing your inspiration with everyone. God bless…Denice with a “c”ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:08 pm

      Hi Denice thank you for dropping by i am so happy you like my card.ReplyCancel

  • Sandy ArtmanJuly 1, 2019 - 12:20 pm

    Hi, Becca,
    Thank you so much for introducing us to Karan Gerber. I can clearly see she is a kindred spirit. This is a beautiful card and I can’t wait to see other creations. I peeked in on the Die-of-the-Month for July and I’m so excited – oh, goody! If one’s budget allows, being a subscriber is an investment that is richly rewarded. I’m happy knowing I’m making a contribution in which I not only enjoy exquisite monthly dies but a treasure trove of ideas and inspiration. I love it!
    Love & blessings, SandyReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:06 pm

      Hi Sandy, nice to meet you, so happy you like my card, i cannot wait to share with you what i have created for the rest of the month!ReplyCancel

  • BunnyJuly 1, 2019 - 5:59 pm

    Karan, your card is amazing. Just so feminine and pretty. I really love it.ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:09 pm

      Hi Bunny thank you for dropping by i am so pleased you like my first project.ReplyCancel

  • Jan Symonds from AustraliaJuly 1, 2019 - 7:14 pm

    Good morning Becca, and welcome Karan. Freezing cold down Under, wishing we have a bit of your summer warmth, but the cards you share with us certainly create a different sort of warmth within. I am just out of hospital after a long stay, and starting to make cards again, and seeing such beautiful creations as the one shared by Karan today is so inspiring. Becca you have introduced me to so many talented Artists, as well as your own creations, I thank you so much.
    Jan from Aussie.ReplyCancel

    • Karan GerberJuly 1, 2019 - 8:11 pm

      Hi Jan, I am in Canada and we have just started off our summer here, weather has been abnormally cool and wet so I am hoping the sun comes out and stays for awhile, sorry it has been a bit cooler with you are. Hoping you are feeling better soon and have time to play with Beccas gorgeous dies with you are recovering. I am so glad you like my card today.ReplyCancel

  • Linda M MartinJuly 1, 2019 - 7:34 pm

    Vintage Treasure Collection cards are stunning. Do they fit a standard size envelope?ReplyCancel

  • ANN ROBBINSJuly 2, 2019 - 7:53 am

    Karen
    Love your card. So pretty. I belong to Becca’s die club and look forward to receiving them every month. Also looking forward to seeing what you will be creating for the rest of July. Welcome!! A friend of Becca is a friend of mine!!!!!
    AnnReplyCancel
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