These templates can be used for embossing and cutting, and even for photos. For embossing: lay the template on the front of the card and attach it so it can't slip. Place the card on a light box with the template downwards. Using the embossing pen, press down the contours of the template that shine through the paper to create a pattern in relief. Rotate the template through 180 degrees and emboss the rest.
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by Cliff Lively
Halloween isn't far away and there are plenty of things that you can get the kids making for the occasion to keep them busy. Here are just a couple of holiday craft ideas.
Pumpkin candle holders: You don't need huge pumpkins for these, in fact lots of smaller ones are more fun. Carefully slice the top off your pumpkin (this should be done by an adult as a large sharp knife is needed) and get the kids by the sink or a bowl to scoop out the flesh. Don't throw it away as you can either roast it as a veg to go with your holiday meal or to make a wonderful soup with a bit of orange and cumin. Now get the older kids to cut out eyes, nose and a big toothy mouth with a small sharp knife. Insert a candle or t-light and put the lid back on.
You can put these in your window so that people passing by can see them or just put them on the table to light on the night or make a wire handle so you can carry them when you're trick or treating.
Witch's or wizard's hat: You'll need a semi-stiff black card (you must be able to bend and fold it), glue, scissors and a pair of compasses for this. If you haven't got compasses then you can use a drawing pin, piece of string and a pencil.
Measure the head you want the hat to fit with a piece of string and draw a circle to the right size. About half an inch inside that circle draw another one and about two inches outside the first circle draw a third one. Cut all the way around the outer circle then cut out the centre at the inner circle then every inch or so snip a line to the middle circle. Bend the snipped bits upwards and you will later be able to glue the brim of your witch's hat to the main piece.
To make the main part of the hat, put your compass or drawing pin with string attached in the corner of the card and draw a quarter circle which will be wide enough to fit the head when folded plus enough for a seam. Cut along the line of the quarter circle and gently form the card into a cone to check the fit. Glue the cone into shape then put glue on the outside of the bits you turned upwards on the brim and stick them inside the cone. Leave to dry and you have your witch's or wizard's hat. Decorate with silver stars or cats if you like.
These are only two holiday craft ideas for kids but if you like some more, visit Simple Creative Craft Ideas. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Cliff_Lively
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These card making stencils are designed to be used with most die cutting and embossing machines. Each set contains three dies in different diameters (smallest to large).
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Make beautiful greeting cards using these original embossing stencils. Lay the embossing stencil on a light box and place the card on top. Using an embossing pen, press the paper in the holes.
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These stencils can be used for embroidery, embossing and decoupage. Secure stencil to front of the card using low-tack tape. Place them on to the light-box and emboss the patterns. Turn card and stencil over and trace the parts to be cut out. Then prick the holes for the embroidery pattern. Remove the stencil, cut out over the pencil lines and embroider the pattern. Finish the card with a 3D picture.
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These stencils will challenge you to create your very own designs. Each package contains instructions to make three elegant cards.
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