Hi there, I’m back today with a different kind of item. You know when you get something new you want to sit down and play with it right way, no planning, just go with the flow. Well, that’s the kind of day I was having when I created this during a crafty kind of brainstorming. I purchased a few of these little pins that I used on a different project last year. Since they were markdown clearance, I snapped them up thinking I’d find another way to use them. They are awesome as pins so my mind began thinking about a way to package them so they were the pretty part of a card and could be taken out to be the functional part – a pin. Voila, the shadowbox.
Since I was craft brainstorming I didn’t write directions down, but I can tell you roughly what I did. For the shadowbox I used the new Spellbinders Lattice Rectangles. To create the shadowbox I cut a big x in the middle of the panel and then scored that panel inside by about 1/2 inch. After folding you have a hole that resembles a box but can’t be secured because it is four flaps. So I created a small shallow box to fit down in the opening. That small box allows your cutout to have shape and a finished look. Then, I created another shallow box to fit over the backside. The whole lot is attached to the card.
I outlined the hole in the box by embossing with Spellbinders Classic Rectangles SM as well as adding a rectangle frame around the box opening using Spellbinders Classic Rectangles SM and Classic Rectangles LG. For the pin backing I cut the smallest of the Lattice Rectangles.
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Smooches for all the sweet comments you’ve left. It sure makes me want to sit down and create more :-)
WOW Becca – this is such a different kind of card and colour for you – but its equally as brilliant and stunning as anything else you create. Those pins are adorable… thanks for bringing them to our attention.
Paula x x x
Lovely to look at Becca!!!!
Jan
Fabulous as ever Becca. Anne
How gorgeous!!!!!
Wow Becca!! Another astounding creation! God has truly gifted you twofold. Once with your awesome creativity and secondly with your generous heart. Thank you for sharing another awesome project. You inspire me every single day!
This is a different color combination for you and the card is just so you. Your talent is amazing and your bows always look perfect. TFS. God bless and have a great day!
It looks awesome and is such a great idea. I think, we all have some pins laying around, that could come to a good use this way. Thanks soo much for sharing another fantastic idea with us.
have a wonderful day hun.
If I may be honest I don’t think I’ve seen you use this color combination before but, it’s lovely. Your card is very pretty and I might add so cleverly done. A functional card with a beautiful piece of jewelry inside. Beautiful work. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-D
Great work Becca! Love your designs. Keep them coming…
Beautiful and I love the color combo!!!
You never cease to amaze me. I would like to repeat every comment you receive because I feel exactly as everyone else. You are an inspiration and I thank you for sharing your God given talents.
Bernie
Very cool! Ingenious as usual. Thanks for sharing with us.
A wonderful card with gift included.
What a fabulous idea, this is great!
Now who wouldn’t want to be the lucky recipient of THAT?!
Amazing..I love it. For a person’s birthday card..you could make a pin out of their favorite shape, animal and it could be a small gift..or do a tree at Christmas!
Great job.
this is really beautiful and different. I also buy things when they are on sale and some times do not use them for a long time. I probably have something that I can do this with. Thanks for sharing,
Gale
Wow…I adore this. I can also relate to buying things on sale and then having the items sit for a while. I think we all do that. My theory is: if it is on sale, I need it. Thank you once again for another wonderful product
what a great presentation for you gift, love this idea! Very pretty!
Oooh … how lovely! Your creations lately have been beyond words – keep it up!
Love it! Yes, sit down and craft some more!! Have fun!
Becca! This is JUST MY KIND of gift!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE the VERSATILITY!!!!!!!! You did a WONDERFUL JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :) It REALLY IS fun to JUST PLAY!!!!!!!!!!! :)
This is a terrific idea to give a small gift to someone special. I think I’ll give this a try. Thanks for the inspiration!!!
Whoa another fabulous project. What an awesome idea. As several others have mentioned, your color combo is gorgeous and that bow is just to die for.
Everyday I look at you blog and I think you could not take my breath away. Boy was I wrong. I am always amazing a litter more eah time. You are a blessing to the world.
Your Sister in Christ
Chrstine
Wow – what a wonderful card/gift! That is beautiful and so creative. Thank you so much for the inspiration!
Another awesome creation Becca. You are amazing. :)
All of that and a bow, too! (please drum up your instructions, that is such a cute card!)
Love this card Becca. I look forward to seeing you in my inbox as I know that I will be receiving some stunning eye candy. You never disappoint and this card is no exception, the colors are just perfect together. I adore that pin.
Wow!!!! I love the card/gift. You are so creative. {Hugs}
Just beautiful, Becca! I love the idea that the pin can be removed! The gray and blue is a wonderful combination and I love the lattice frame!
Becca, I am always amazed at how you keep out doing yourself! Each day, each post is just fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing your great talent with us!
How cool! Always inspiring.
Love the pin and the project, Becca! You always do such beautiful work!
Brilliant idea…a card and a gift! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
Hi Becca,
Oh that Lattice Rectangle is wonderful!
Love your thick paper and the colours you have used today.
Another thoughtful and beautiful gift :o) So unique.
Hugs, Candy
I like the shadowbox with pin inside it . It is so cute I love it. Thank you for sharing.
Delama
Hi Becca,
Such a lovely way to send someone a pin, or earrings as a gift x
I love, love, love this. It is adorable. I can just picture it sitting on my desk at work.
Becca – I just can’t keep up with you!! You keep pushing your creative side and coming up with wonderful projects – all appreciated by your loyal fans. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.
Hugs
I am just amazed by all the beautiful creations you post ! When will Spellbinders release the new dies? Right after CHA? Can’t wait to get my hands on some of them…. Have a awesome day!
Hi Becca,
What a clever idea. I would really like to try this with an angel pin to send to someone in need. So creative!
Love and hugs,
Cathie
Pretty, pretty, pretty! I like your color combo too. Yesterday’s banner project was lots of fun. Darn it, my wish list just keeps growing!
R/
This is absolutely stunning! I never do very well with shadowbox cards so this was a treat. It’s always nice to stop by and see what you’ve created, it’s always a treat!
I LOVE your cards…. You do such beautiful work and I can’t wait to get this die.. thanks for all of your inspiration…
Just saying hello today and thinking of you. Great pin idea!
I agree that the card is really pretty, but you kinda lost me on the explanation of how you did it. I do love that lattice die.
Hi Becca, we’ve spoken on here before, and I am faithful follower. I read and learn more than comment. :( sorry. I do believe you remember me from SCS, as we have spoken about it before.
My previous “name” was mrikitty. You may or may not remember the story of why I am no longer a member. At any rate, the people involved with getting me off the site were in wrong to begin with, and are no longer ;part of that community. I am reaching out to members in good standing that might be willing to speak up on my behalf, as it has been 3.5 years now, and everyone deserves a 2nd chance especially, when it was a bogus issue in the first place.
If you are willing to help me, please email me at:
susanscraps AT comcast DOT net.
They still have my gallery up, which is not fair and can be “stolen’ if you know what i mean…to me it would only be fair to let me back in.
Thanks, Susan
BTW…very clever creations and it is very pretty as usual…love the colors!
Love your card. So cleaver. Thanks for sharing Becca. Have a great day.
you have such a eye and make very beautiful cards. would love to that punch u are showing . thanks for sharing your talent .
have a wonderful day
Your cards are great, spellbinders have a great thing going. A similar thing happened to my in-laws. When our tollway opened, they decided to try it. When they got home, they said “they didn’t even charge us anything”. The booths are the ones you put the correct change in them as you drive thru.
Elfie
Love your site. I collect glitter, spellbinders and paper most of the time. I like to find bargains. Your site has given me many ideas. Thanks
I love this idea. Thanks so much for sharing.
Such a classy card-gift! I expect nothing less from such a classy lady.
Thank you once again for sharing.
There are not enough words to say how beautiful this shadowbox card is. You never cease to amaze me. Thank you for all your kindness and generosity.
Joanie