Craft With Me - Let’s Make Film Strip Belly Bands - Quick and Easy!!

Hi Guys,
Here I am dabbling in more of my inks. This time I’m using my bottles of the Alcohol Inks. These film strips look so cool using the inks. I hope you like this project and will give it a try. They are so simple to make. My supply list is down below.
Thanks so much for watching!
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[@LynsAlteredArts]

I love the little minis with their bodies cut off, now you have to think of something to do with the bottom half. I agree with you about the comment section. I’ve learned so many things from comment sections. I know people who say they never read the comments and it’s like why not there’s so much good information there, also it’s something to do when something that you don’t need to watch is going on in the video like fussy cutting or inking or things that you don’t need to watch rather than fast forwarding you can read the comments.

[@SunsetCrafts]

I agree Lyn, I’ve learned so much when reading and responding to comments. It’s really a lot of fun. Thanks again for watching…PS I don’t think I would do anything with the bottom halves. I just threw them out. Lol

[@katrina7259]

Dangles....of course!

[@belindazimmer2107]

What an amazing way to use a filmstrip die. I have that die and never even thought to make the background look like actual filmstrip negative material…so cool! I have made lots of types of faux vintage scotch tape using the alcohol inks and it looks so cool so now I will be trying the AI with either the wide shiny clear packing tape or on my acetate sheets for this effect. It’s very easy and quick to color those shiny surfaces with one of Tim’s alcohol daubers and felt material to apply it and it dries super fast. Those paper dolls on there are so cute and your idea to cut out some of the Photo Booth people is brilliant! I’m so glad you shared this idea. You always inspire me and I love watching! ☺️

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Belinda, glad I was able to share something new with you. I have been wanting to make my own vintage scotch tape but haven’t tried it yet. Thanks for the tip. That will be fun. I have some of the felt daubers too. Thanks again for watching Belinda

[@vel0811]

Maggie, honestly i think youre one of the most creative people I know! So, for those who don't have filmstrip dies you could very easily cut the rectangle on transparent paper and then draw the lines in with a black alcohol ink marker. I think that would work. Also, i love this project so much and can't wait to try it. Ps. Im going to try to upload the video where i finish the journal with your madterboard tomorrow night. :)

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Velvet. You are very sweet. Thank you so much for stopping by and giving us that tip to try. I’ll have to stop by your channel and check out how the journal turned out. I know it’s amazing!

[@leahwolfe8999]

You could add animal heads to your leftover bodies! I think I've seen Tracie Fox and Barbara @ 49 Dragonflies do this.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Leah, I actually threw out the leftover bodies. I think adding the animal heads would have been a little too creepy for me. Lol Thanks so much for watching.

[@leahwolfe8999]

@SunsetCrafts LOL I get it!

[@vel0811]

Great idea! I would do that for a boho or steampunk journal.

[@blackpearl4155]

Wondering if marble end paper printed on vellum or transparency would give a similar effect. TFS.

[@SunsetCrafts]

I’m curious too. Let me know if you try it

[@tatteredpaperandlace2905]

Maggie this is a great idea and they are so cute. The die I have is much smaller but I’m going to see what I can do with it. TFS🥰

[@SunsetCrafts]

I know you can make it work. Thanks so much for watching

[@mimisloan2639]

Love this idea. I wonder if you could use true negatives under instead of the alcohol ink. May be too small but i will definitely check and see.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Christy, that sounds like it would be a great idea. I would’ve loved to use original. Thanks so much for watching

[@katrina7259]

I just purchased a pack of film strip die cuts! Now I know at least one project to use them for!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Katrina, that’s great. Glad I was able to share this project with you. Thanks for watching

[@danacolosimo5874]

So cool love this idea and will definitely try this out 😊😘❤️🇨🇦

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks Dana so much for watching

[@LynsAlteredArts]

I don’t have dies or die machine, but I do have actual film strips and I have used them before in journals as a side tuck. I don’t think I’ve ever used them as a belly band. I have vellum and alcohol inks, but I think I want to try the alcohol inks on acetate. Like you said they’re plenty of substitutions. I also have digital film strips. All I have to do is print it and cut it out.

[@sandypeppers6861]

Alcohol inks do work on acetate, and metal, and acrylic. You could use less product if you use a blending solution or isopropyl alcohol (each has different attributes). They are flammable, so I would probably shy away from using any heat- they dry quickly on their own.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Lyn, using actual film strips would be amazing! Glad Sandy gave some tips too. Thanks so much for watching

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much Sandy. Those were great tips. I’ll have to keep that in mind. I’d love to see how that looks on acetate. What blending solution do you suggest?

[@sandypeppers6861]

@@SunsetCrafts The one I use is by Ranger- Tim Holtz of course! 😁 His tutorial explains the different properties of using the solution and using isopropyl alcohol. I’ve used both when working with the inks.

[@SunsetCrafts]

@sandypeppers6861 Thanks Sandy, I’ll be sure to check that out.

[@heatherparry3159]

What a fun project! Love them all.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks Heather

[@pamelakemp9834]

Hi great video could you please tellme where you get the men cuts from thank you

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Pamela, the mini paper dolls are from Tim Holtz. Here’s the link on Amazon in case you’re interested. amzn.to/3v0SUUp I hope that helps. Thanks fore watching

[@pamelakemp9834]

@@SunsetCrafts Thank you x

[@tinlizzie4444]

Hi Maggie!! What an awesome idea!! I love your ephemera pieces!! TFS!!Hugs, Liz:)

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Liz, thanks again for watching

[@suzyallen1726]

I don't have die cuts or alcohol inks. But it's maggie so I had to watch anyway. Like that you did one without ink but I do like the ink look. I wonder if you could us distress ink and drop alcohol on top?? Unfortunately I do need a film strip. When I moved from Massachusetts to NJ I threw away all the negatives of my pictures. I thought when would I ever use these. Technology has passed them by....ughhhhhhh. yes side tuck or just page edge embellishments ❤❤❤❤my favs are the individuals in each frame.

[@SunsetCrafts]

I actually do think that might work. I’ve seen some rub their distress ink on a piece of plastic adding a couple drops of water and dab the paper around the ink. It’s a really cool look. Don’t you hate it when we throw out things before we started this junk journal journey knowing now we totally could’ve used them? Ugh! I know! LOL

[@karenhughes3558]

Hi Maggie! I know I’ve said it a million times but you come up with the best ideas! These are awesome! Of course, the one thing I don’t have is a film strip cutting die 😂🤣😂🤣. Off I go to shop…😂🤣😂🤣😂🌻

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Karen, thank you so much. You are very sweet. So glad you are liking my projects. Thanks so much for watching

[@susanbartels6810]

Love the film strip using velumn with alcohol ink for the background. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@SunsetCrafts]

So glad you liked it Susan. Thanks so much for watching

[@nancymoore1275]

OMG love these! I was thinking I didn't have a film strip die, but turns out I do, its shorter but I could always have the belly band going across the page instead of up and down 🤔 Thanks for sharing your art!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Nancy, so glad you found a film strip die you can use. There are always ways to customize projects according to what you already have in your stash. Glad you’re going to make it work. Thanks so much for watching

[@dianar9429]

Hi friend!! So awesome! Great way to use the inks! Love these, especially the one with the windows filled out. My creative friend!!😊❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Friend, so glad you liked it. Thanks for always watching

[@jenniferknowles7219]

The last one is my favorite 😍. You are quick becoming one of my all time favorite crafters to watch!!! Thanks for sharing😍

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Jennifer, so sweet. Thank you so much. So glad you are enjoying my ideas. Thanks for watching

[@barbarawafer94]

Another clever idea! You are such an original. These are so cute. I don’t have a film strip die but I think I’ll be getting one. Thank you for sharing your creativity. 💕

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Barbara, you are always so sweet. I’m so glad you are enjoying my projects. Thanks so much for watching

[@mariapatriciachavez214]

I love the name sunset❤❤❤❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Aw thanks Patricia. Me too! It’s definitely my favorite time of the day. So beautiful!

[@robinandersen4181]

I'm likely not seeing the link, but what machine did you use to put your dies' through? I see where to order the actual dies on Amazon but I did not see which cutter was used.. Could you help with this?

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Robin, I apologize for not including that in the supply list. I used my Sizzix Big Shot to cut the dies. It’s too long to use the Sidekick even with the extended plates. I hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@BobbieHarwell]

They are adorable❣️

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Bobbie

[@jennifermott5651]

Thanks for the alcohol ink demo- really pretty! Great idea for a belly band with the filmstrip!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Glad you liked it Jennifer. Thanks so much for watching

[@sanny59jenkins40]

Absolutely love this Maggie, thank you so much for your inspiration

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Susanne

[@nancybeebe7622]

I've learned a lot watching this. Thank you. You are so inspiring

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Nancy, glad I was able to share this project with you. Thanks so much for watching

[@pjfoltz8810]

I just ordered the film strip die. I have the big die from Tim Holtz of the film strip but I do not think it has big openings.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi PJ, I’m glad you ordered the film strip. You are going to have a lot of fun making these. Thanks so much for watching

[@martarivera2248]

As always, you do not disappoint with your great ideas. Love these a lot. Love watching your videos

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Marta, thank you so much for watching. I’m so glad you are enjoying my videos.

[@queenscousincrafts3095]

Hey Maggie, where in the world do you come up with so many cool ideas? I love this one!

[@SunsetCrafts]

I wish I could tell you. Some ideas work and others don’t. Lol I’m just glad you enjoy them. Thanks for watching

[@BadAssPaperlover]

Hi Maggie You are linking these dies to an Amazon seller. This is a Chinese seller who sells counterfeit craft supplies. This is one of my designs and this seller is selling a stolen design. Please remove your link and link to a proper / genuine seller who sells the original products I designed. Don’t support Chinese sellers who sell stolen designs! I appreciate your cooperation. Thank you. Esther.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Esther, if this is your design I would appreciate it if you can send me a proper link so I can add that one instead.

[@BadAssPaperlover]

@@SunsetCrafts hi Maggie. These dies are being sold by lots of craft stores/ shops worldwide. Genuine shops with a brick and mortar shop and webshop. The product code is Elizabeth Craft Designs - Planner Filmstrip nr. 1656 by Elizabeth Craft designs. If you google you will find it in different shops so I can’t give you just 1 link :)) Sites with sellers from China , (unfortunately they are also on Amazon) are all selling stolen designs from designers worldwide and they are really hurting the crafting industry. If people buy from those sites they in fact steal from the original designers. We try everything to prevent these sellers and their shops selling our products but it’s very hard. So every cooperation is helpful. Every little bit and awareness helps. You can recognize these counterfeit dies by the fact that the dies are attached together , you have to cut them apart, and by not having original packaging from the company they steal from. They also use our photos and sample images / artwork to promote their counterfeit stuff. It’s something to be aware of when you want to buy these craft supplies. Please take a good look before you make a purchase. Cheap is always / 99.9 % fake. Thanks for your cooperation. Please spread the word to safe the craft industry 🥰🥰

[@candacec60]

I have this die from ECD and I also have an old Tim Holtz film strip die. I don’t buy from Chinese sellers due to counterfeit craft supplies but film strip die has been around for many years.

[@BadAssPaperlover]

@@SunsetCraftsyou still have the link to the counterfeit filmstrip die. Will you please remove it. I really appreciate your cooperation. The one on Amazon is a counterfeit one, they are selling it by using my sample with holiday pictures :(

[@SunsetCrafts]

@@BadAssPaperlover It's been removed. Unfortunately, your original die set has been discontinued and out of stock on all the major sites I've checked.

[@wendyschmidt4339]

Really cool idea ❤I wanted to age some safety pins and paper clips today will be an alcohol inky day 🌷🙏🏼

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hope you had fun inking Wendy. Thanks so much for watching

[@lvan4407]

Not everyone has a film Strip die cut

[@SunsetCrafts]

Yes, I’m aware. That’s why I said “most” of you. I hear that on Etsy there are shops that sell the die cuts already cut and ready to ship out. It’s supposedly very inexpensive if you would like to give this project a try without committing to buying the film strip die. Just a suggestion.

[@jeanpolkoski2107]

If you or a friend, has a cricut, silhouette or other cutting machine you can use those to cut a filmstrip. That is what I'll be doing.

[@SunsetCrafts]

@jeanpolkoski2107 thanks for sharing that tip Jean! :)

[@DebMarchen]

So fun, you are very creative, love watching your videos❤😊❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Deb

[@maryjager1757]

Super cute idea! I didn’t have the filmstrip die, but now I’ve ordered it😊

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Mary, glad you were able to get the die. Thanks so much for watching

[@tracynelson3279]

😮🤩 I stop and watch when I see something different. Love it😊

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Tracy, glad you enjoyed this project. Thanks so much for stopping by.

[@Westielover-m8h]

You're a star Maggie this is brilliant I've never seen it before. Will be trying this, does it work on acetate as well? Love the alternate style of bellyband. Crafty hugs Jacqui 💖

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Jacqui, Glad you liked it. I’ve been reading the comments and someone mentioned that it does in fact work on acetate. Haven’t tried it yet but definitely want to try it out. Thanks for watching Jacqui

[@Tfriday77]

Hi maggie, love your bellybands. Too cool. Tfs, Tereese

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Tereese

[@44hopeful]

This is a fabulous idea! I love how you did it! Thank you for showing how!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Lonna

[@wendymechelle3758]

Unfortunately I don’t have that die… Yet! Great project

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Wendy

[@jeanpolkoski2107]

Love this project, cricut has a filmstrip file that i can use to cut out since I don't have the die :)

[@SunsetCrafts]

Perfect! I’m so glad you are using what you have to make this project. I love that. Thanks for watching Jean

[@barbaracabrera207]

These are so COOL!!! TFS! Austin TX USA

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Barbara

[@cdnqgramma3373]

Love these! I have a film die, but mine is smaller, cheapy from Aliexpress, but it came with the specimen die, so I didnt complain.. but this is doable w any of of those dies... Wheeeee!! Thanks for the upload.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Aw…I love the whole Wheeee you did. So cute! This is definitely doable with any size film die. Just adjusting a few things and it will still work great. Thanks for watching :)

[@cdnqgramma3373]

I cannot tell a lie, the WHEEEEE, is from the Lovely Miss Julie, at Camellia Crafts here on YT... She does wonderful stuff, if you havent seen her yet. And Miss Toni over at Toni's crafts would absolutely LOVE these too, right up her alley with those alcohol inks. Youre doing FABULOUS!! :))@@SunsetCrafts

[@SunsetCrafts]

@cdnqgramma3373 Oh Now that you mention it, I do recall Julie saying that. I love her channel. I haven’t seen Toni’s channel. I’ll have to check that one out. Thanks again for watching

[@kathyude9457]

I really love these film strip belly bands! Great idea!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks Kathy. Glad you enjoyed it

[@evelynloya1266]

Have the die and inks. You've done it again! What an awesome idea.🎉

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Evelyn, so glad you liked this idea. Looks like it’s time to craft :) Thanks so much for watching

[@Rosemontgomery1984]

Every day is another great idea. I have a Sunset addiction !

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Morag, you are so sweet. I’m so happy you are enjoying my projects. Thanks for always watching

[@moniquedeconinck6679]

J’Adore, très belle création bravos 👏🦋

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks Monique. Glad you really liked it. Thanks again for always watching

[@isabellevogeleisen4405]

Coucou 🤗 Wouah !! J aime beaucoup, c est très joli! 😍

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thank you Isabelle. I’m so happy you enjoyed this project. Thanks for watching

[@amyvetter1830]

so much fun!! I do have that die, ha ha. Never used it, you have inspired me. Thanks for sharing.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Amy, I’m glad I was able to share a new way to use the die. It’s so much fun to make. I really hope you give it a try. Thanks so much for watching

[@btracey]

If you try this die with a flattened prepared aluminum can it’s awesome.😊

[@SunsetCrafts]

@btracey Sounds like a fun idea!

[@lauriek6183]

Hi Maggie💖 These are so adorable!!! I LOVE how you used the alcohol inks on the vellum.. “so clever”! And I Love the one where you cut off the bodies, super adorable ♥️ Again, you are amazing 😊🩵🩵🩵

[@SunsetCrafts]

You are always so sweet Laurie. Thank you so much. I’m really happy you enjoyed this project. They were a lot of fun to make. Thanks for always watching

[@roseapple8786]

Miss Maggie fantastic idea and I love it. Great job and project. Thank you for sharing and God Bless you and your family. 🥰💖💖💖💖💖👍👍👍👍👍⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐(🌹🐞🦂🌵)

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Rose. God Bless you too

[@teresa8610]

Love the belly bands!!!!!! ❤️👍

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Teresa

[@erikahatcher5492]

Love these! I need to see if I have a film strip die

[@SunsetCrafts]

They were so much fun to make. Thanks for watching Erika

[@sandrasneed3180]

I love the way these turned out…. Cute!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Sandra

[@lindaseitz5708]

These turned out so good! TFS!!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks Linda, glad you liked it

[@dianajackman7213]

These are the best! So creative. ❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Diana

[@karenzagdan1565]

Love these Maggie, great idea ❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Karen

[@michellesmyname9522]

So stinking’ cute! ❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Glad you liked them. Thanks so much for watching

[@christinelazarides8916]

What a cool project, now you have to figures out what to do with the bottom halves, lol, TFS.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Christine, I threw out the bottom halves. I think it might be a little weird to try and do something with them. Lol Thanks for watching

[@irhonda31]

It’s so cool that you just jump in and try ways to use all of these products! I like the ones with the people in every frame. I think these would make great bookmarks!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Rhonda, I’m trying to use things I haven’t played with in a while. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching.

[@liseloteneumann1562]

Amei seu video Seus bonequinhos fico apaixonada Você tem uma voz doce que encanta Obrigada por compartilhar

[@SunsetCrafts]

You are very sweet. Thank you so much. I’m glad you are enjoying my project videos. Thanks for watching

[@kathygomez1648]

They are so cute!!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks so much for watching Kathy

[@sam21ski]

WOW - love them xx

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Sam

[@ellenschlagel8030]

You are so creative! Loved watching you assemble the photos!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thank you so much Ellen. Glad you liked it

[@thominaaugustinsson2685]

Amazing!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks again Thomina

[@marthahenrich1185]

Love these!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Martha

[@albysyannettemartinez-abre7811]

Gracias ❤😊

[@SunsetCrafts]

Gracias a ti por ver mi video. :)

[@petravanlaarhoven6725]

The link below is for postage dies and not for the film strip. Do you have the right link? Love this❤

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Petra, I’m sorry about that. Looks like my original link was sold out. I’ve updated it now. Thanks for letting me know. Here it the correct one: amzn.to/437bx5W

[@petravanlaarhoven6725]

@@SunsetCrafts Thank you very much!!

[@robinmentzer7974]

Very cute. What a great idea.

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Robin

[@brendak.2684]

Awesome !

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Brenda

[@AbiNomac]

They’re gorgeous!

[@SunsetCrafts]

Thanks for watching Abi

[@AbiNomac]

@@SunsetCrafts - Thank you, it was my pleasure.

[@theolachapman6126]

Wonderful idea they look fantastic have some film strips already cut CraftyCat has a lot of cut out they are fantastic I think you would love her paper kits also she has some grunge ones check her out great video today thank you THEOLA

[@SunsetCrafts]

Hi Theola, thanks for the tip. I’ll definitely have to check out that channel. Thanks for watching