Whimsical Paper Lighthouse

So, a little sad that I am sharing the last couple of posts I will be doing for Core'dinations.  After almost a year of working with Core'dinations  and before that with Darice I have to say I am a bit sad that our relationship is ending.  Before I go though, I want to share with you a few fun things I made (oh, and I will continue to make with their papers....just so much fun).  So, without further ado.......my Whimsical Paper Lighthouse.

Whimsical Lighthouse Supplies:

• Core'dinations Tim Holtz Kraft Core Nostalgic Collection 12x12
• Core'dinations Core Basics Vellum
• Core'dinations Core Basics Patterns Red  Large Dot 
• Core'dinations Core Basics White Canvas Texture 80 lb. 12x12 
• Core'dinations Sand it Gadget  (if desired)
• Lighthouse svg file from SVGCuts.com
• Miscellaneous Embossing Folders (if desired)
• Hemp Twine

Step 1:  Cut all pieces from desired colors.   I know it seems like a lot of pieces, but this project is really quite easy to assemble.

Step 2:  From here you could simply assemble the lighthouse using the video directions from SVGCuts, or you can add some dimension and texture to your pieces by embossing.  I began with the blue pieces and the Darice Honeycomb embossing folder.

Step 3:  For even more interest, sand the embossing to reveal the Kraft-Core underneath.

Step 4:  Continue embossing and sanding your pieces.

Of course, the white cardstock only needed a bit of texture, no sanding needed here.

Step 5:  From here I simply assembled the lighthouse using the video instructions provided and added a bit of twine around the base.

You can add a battery operated tealight or LEDs to your lighthouse to add a pleasing glow.

~Nancy

Outrageously Cute Owls - Coredinations

Hi everyone!  Hope you are having a great week.  Today I wanted to share with you a project I did a while ago for Core'dinations.  I love the dot papers that Core'dinations makes, such a fun texture.  These little pillowboxes are just so cute and fun.

I had my niece Lili and one of her friends over for a playdate so that we could create these.  The girls of course loved it.  They then proceeded to fill their little pillow boxes with other diecuts they had made.

Owl Box Supplies:

• Core'dinations Core Basics Patterned Papers 1 Sheet per Owl
• Core'dinations Core Basics White Cardstock
• Core'dinations Core Basics Black Cardstock
• Core'dinations Tillie Dot 12x12 Papers 1 Sheet 12x12 to coordinate with Patterned Paper, and Orange
• Core'dinations Sand it Gadget
• Pillow Box Tool, Cut File, or Template
• Assorted Circle Punches and dies

Step 1: Cut pillow box.  I chose to make my owl 6 3/4 inches by 4 1/2.

Step 2:  For added interest, sand the box with your Sand it Tool.  At this time I assembled the box so that I could see where the owl "parts" would go.

Step 3:  Begin cutting Owl "parts".  Two white circles approximately 2 inches wide for eyes.

One three inch circle, cut in half, for the wings.  Again, sand this piece for extra texture and interest.

One two inch circle and a small triangle for the feet and beak.  Feel free to sand if you like.

Two black one and 1/2 inch circles for the pupils,

Sixteen or so one inch circles for the feathers.  Don't worry if they don't punch perfectly, we are going to layer them so you can hide your mistakes.  hee hee
Step 4:  Time to assemble.  Begin applying the "feathers" in rows across the box.  Be sure to not place the feathers where your box will fold up.  Add orange "feet" on top.

Step 5:  Add wings and the whites of the eyes next.

Step 6:  Finish with the pupils and beak.

This project is so fun and easy to make; and the owls are totally outrageous.  The new Core Basic Patterns create the most adorable feathers and coordinate beautifully with the Tillie Dot papers.  I hope you give them a try, my littles did.

Hugs