Today it's my pleasure to be Guest Blogger on the Sizzix blog! I've been using Sizzix dies for nearly a decade, and it was a thrill to be asked. The hard part came in choosing which dies to use... in the end I used eight different dies with my Vagabond machine to create this accordion flip album. It folds flat for mailing/storage, but I like it like this, upright on a shelf. It's tough to photograph a flip album, but I have loads up close-up shots over on the Sizzix site.
I used a 6X6 pack of Basic Grey Serenade papers from Eclectic Paperie to diecut the individual pages. I love using those paper pads for projects like this, not just because everything coordinates so well, but also because the small pad has patterned papers that have been scaled to size for a smaller surface. It wouldn't be the same to cut a large piece of patterned paper to fit these small (roughly 3" in diameter) pages.
Here's a close up of the six pages:
I used loads of Tim Holtz's Idea-ology, made custom embellishments for five of the six pages, embossed, layered, punched, and of course... used my Sizzix dies!
I've shared lots more photos including the how-to's over on the Sizzix blog... I'd so appreciate your popping over there to leave a comment and let them know you saw my project.
And if you're on Facebook, please 'like' my page and add me to your Interest Lists to see when my blog is updated.
As my U.K. friends say, mahoosive thanks!
Marjie
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fabulous!!Love Sizzix too!!!
Posted by: ConnieM | 01/09/2013 at 09:30 AM
Love this flip book Marjie. I too adore it standing on a shelf. Hopping over to Sissix now for more pics. xox
Posted by: Corrine | 01/09/2013 at 09:31 AM
Big Congrats on the guest blogger gig Marjie! I love this mini album, it's perfect!!!
Posted by: Michelle Reaves | 01/09/2013 at 09:55 AM
I have this die and haven't even used it yet, what inspiration you give me. Thanks so much Marjie, your card has so many wonderful elements.
Posted by: Claudine C | 01/09/2013 at 09:55 AM
What an awesome card, Marjie! I love all that you've done with it, so much to see! I'm headed over to Sizzix now!
Posted by: Julie Case | 01/09/2013 at 10:22 AM
Wow!! That looks amazing!
Posted by: Dorothy | 01/09/2013 at 10:35 AM
You're on a roll!!! Two big kudos in one week!
Posted by: Susan | 01/09/2013 at 10:51 AM
Wow, you did so well on this creation Marjie...great!!!
greetings, Alie :-)
Posted by: Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries | 01/09/2013 at 11:13 AM
Congratulations, Marjie! This is fabulous and what a way to start 2013! WooHoo!
Posted by: Terry | 01/09/2013 at 11:17 AM
Absolutely fabulous, Marjie!!
Posted by: Broni | 01/09/2013 at 11:30 AM
Really, really awesome Marjie! Love the choice of paper, it coordinates so well! I need to get that die, too...lol..
Posted by: Lori | 01/09/2013 at 11:33 AM
Beautiful Marjie. Wha a good start in the new year.
lovely greet marja
Posted by: Marja | 01/09/2013 at 12:03 PM
Love this!!!!! And I guess I need that die :-))
Posted by: Wanda Hentges | 01/09/2013 at 12:15 PM
So fabulous! Left a comment over at Sizzix too. This is just gorgeous and your instructions on the Sizzix blog are so clear. Great photos too!! YAY!
Posted by: Jessica Sporn | 01/09/2013 at 12:44 PM
Such creativity in the way you combined different elements to make a fabulous card!
Posted by: Beverly S | 01/09/2013 at 01:15 PM
Such fabulous news - you're just going from strength to strength (and SO well deserved!) Big hug etc...
Posted by: Susie Jefferson | 01/09/2013 at 01:25 PM
*squeal* So very happy for you. Your design is so gorgeous and inspirational. Thanks for sharing your talent.
Posted by: Karin R. | 01/09/2013 at 01:33 PM
Marjie that is just GORGEOUS! Love it. Congrats you so deserve it. Your work is beautiful and very inspirational. Thanx so much for sharing your beautiful creations and for all of the inspiration! Think I am going to also be having a little 'tim' time with my sizzix very soon ;)
Posted by: KimMJ | 01/09/2013 at 01:59 PM
Congrats Marjie! Gorgeous artwork! x
Posted by: Alison/craftytrog | 01/09/2013 at 02:32 PM
Wonderful project Marjie! I have to check out that flip book die.
Posted by: Kathy Eddy | 01/09/2013 at 02:40 PM
How exciting to be a guestdesigner for Sizzix!! This is project is stunning! Love all the pages! Very soft colors, so different from your usual bright colorish style:). Hugs, Sandra
Posted by: Sandra | 01/09/2013 at 02:51 PM
Congratulations on being a Guest Blogger for Sizzix Marjie. Your album is fabulous, great design and all the elements work together so well. I love it! Hugs, Anne x
Posted by: Redanne | 01/09/2013 at 03:16 PM
Congratulations on being a Guest Designer - your creation is outstanding. Love it.
Posted by: Silvia | 01/09/2013 at 04:06 PM
Hi Marjie. Wow what an exciting time you are having! Next stop world domination methinks!! Love this project for Sizzix - you've clearly put so much thought and effort into creating something very special. Looking forward to see what you are up to next. Hugs, Jenny x
Posted by: Buttons | 01/09/2013 at 04:22 PM
This is your year, kiddo! Seems like I find you popping up in all kinds of wonderful places, and it always makes me so happy! Honestly, your gift is making room for you, and I am excited to see where this journey will lead you and your massive talent. I was struggling with a canvas today (I've only done a few) and I was wishing that either you or Anita was here to give me some creative direction. I've set it aside and will see what it looks like tomorrow.
As for this little gem....I love it! So playful, but meaningful, too. Interactive art. Does it get any better than that?
Posted by: kathy/NorthCarolina | 01/09/2013 at 04:26 PM