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[@LaurelBeard]

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[@rtd1791]

Dies are my favorite kind of tool because they make it so easy to make more tools. Whenever I like a design, I want it in all possible formats so I use dies to make fun foam stamps, stencils, and embossing folders using thin magnetic vent covers. I’ve even figured out how to get a mould from stacked die cuts. I like to cut plastic stencils but lately I have had lots of fun with paper stencils & masks and my gel plates. Every die cut is a twofer because it creates a design on the plate for printing and the die cut is colored by whatever medium is used on the gel plate. Love it when paper crafters branch out. Fun ideas.

[@barbaraarmstrong4295]

Loved the cards of course but the wine bit/acting was hysterical!!! I love your spirit and of course your beautiful home. With that kitchen you need to learn to cook a few more things! Thanks for the laughter!

[@kimberlyscott864]

You are such a REAL person, I just LOVE watching your videos! You are talented, truthful and I appreciate your teaching so much.

[@LaurelBeard]

Thank you so much!

[@sherylosullivan9619]

Love having the attitude that makes some thing work, even when it ‘didn’t work.’

[@jeanhiebert3425]

Awesome ideas! I have several background dies that just sit in my stash. Now I know what to do with them. THANK YOU!

[@AngelRodriguez-hh7py]

I find doing the additional layers of cardstock to help save my plates as well and love when it sticks together as the design but never thought to cover with some matte medium over top of it to seal it with keep it as it is without falling off eventually from not being glued underneath! TFS!

[@DonnaJo3452]

Well, yes, you are so smart! Clean and simple! I need to get over having to create elaborate cards! I don’t have any background dies like that but I do have a ScanNCut! Use it, Donna! And use Laurel’s techniques! Thanks for taking the time to give us so many fun techniques!

[@LaurelBeard]

HAHA! You go Donna!

[@martiseelye6443]

too too awesome, Laurel! I love the cards and techniques and wine for dinner 😄

[@Dotalina33]

I so like your style of using what you have and get creative. I liked them all but the white you ink blended around with a blue promoted the idea of just cutting out a little white Christmas tree with maybe a little jewel on top! Boom! Lol you got a cool card! Thanks for all your ideas that people like me “ dig really deep for hours it seems” to come up with!

[@LaurelBeard]

A tree with a gem! BOOM! I love that!

[@maryjones3369]

You are such a delight to listen to! Love your ideas and humor❤️

[@breng2618]

Fabulous cards! The husband and you segment was hilarious! 😂 Thanks for the inspiration! Going to see about the wine...🍷

[@LaurelBeard]

LOL! Husband is a good sport

[@debbieduran6791]

Like the letter pressed look!

[@Marilynlovesebiking]

I have some Diamond Press background dies I need to use. They always look nice. Great ideas. That wine box is a great deal for someone who likes wine.

[@eliagron8750]

You are so creative. I love how you maximize every puece you own

[@1156Treecat]

Great video! Thanks for all the ideas Laurel!! ❤️

[@barbaramcmillan9243]

I don't have any background dies. Would it be possible to get the same result with several smaller dies?

[@barbaramcmillan9243]

Btw I love your work and your personality ♡♡♡

[@rtd1791]

Yes. The answer to your question is yes. It just takes more passes through your die cutting machine. Unless you use a bunch of different dies. Have you have ever stamped a background with a small stamp? It’s the same idea but with a die. Jennifer McGuire had a video on this idea in the last few months.

[@barbaramcmillan9243]

@@rtd1791 thanks for your answer. I will have to give it a go.

[@LaurelBeard]

Yes you sure could. Just be sure to secure the dies down with tape (washi or painters tape that you pressed on your clothes some to remove some of the stickiness) since you need to run it thru your machine a few times. This way, the dies won't shift around and ruin your piece!

[@marcydobbs1653]

Very smart card creator. You made cards from what I call mistakes, running 2 layers of cardstock at once. I've got to learn that almost every mistake can be a new opportunity for creativity. Thanks.

[@tjyb1502]

I was wondering where you've been, and then here you are... and as fun to watch as ever. some great results here! tfs!

[@LaurelBeard]

Ha Ha! Hi!

[@VictoriaBrownbull]

I happened upon your channel a week ago, and I like you, and your style. You remind of another channel called Crazy Lamp Lady on KZbin. You two could be sisters! Thank you, I appreciate you.

[@brianacpratt]

Thank you Laurel! I love your no stress crafting attitude and your cards 💛.

[@dianyannie1210]

Haha I love you Laurel, good tips and you are so funny 😆!!

[@monikakowalewska2433]

Little tip to corral these unruly threads - use a tiny little bit of double sided tape on the back of your sentiment or focal image, play with placement of the thread, attaching it to the tape, and when you are happy with the result, secure in place with another piece of double sided tape or some glue. Works every time 🙂

[@wendypeters1528]

Great ideas, especially for dinner 😆.

[@ruthluther9577]

cute, funny wine ad. great ideas.

[@kerriegood1046]

What a HAPPY Accident. Thanxs so much for sharing. I really enjoyed this video. Full of inspiration. Can't wait to look at my background dies again in a new light. Take Care!!!! I think I need to think about dinner now.

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Amazing cards 🥰 I love your card designs, the cover-die and your techniques ❤️ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx

[@DebyBauer]

Your commercial break 😂 🤣😂 TOO funny! The wine 🍷 looks fab but this wonderful State I live in (Utah) doesn't allow alcoholic beverages to come across the state line 😢 Have a glass for me 😉 🍷

[@janettetippetts7942]

Thanks Laurel! Reminds me to get going on my Christmas cards! Time seems to be rushing right past me.

[@norinemueller4588]

Great tips love them thank you

[@ebriggs3498]

Very cool! By the way, congrats on the move and new house!

[@elaineannable3610]

Loved these cards where is the tis the season to be freezing from perfect for UK xxx

[@saramckee2981]

Thank you for sharing all your great ideas!! First time commenting but I have watch MANY of your videos!!!

[@charlottesilber1687]

You are too funny. Great cards. TYFS

[@morakeller5935]

Love your creativity and am inspired to sign up for your November card class!

[@roxanneklinger3828]

I loved the ideas for the cards. I never thought of some of those techniques. Thanks. Love that purple and green. Thank you as well for the wine tips. I love wine. Hiccup. 😉 Just kidding. Hope you and your husband were just kidding, I did notice that you weren't wearing your wedding ring. Love your channel, you are always full of good advice.

[@LaurelBeard]

Ha! we always joke. My finger is too fat for my ring at the moment, lol

[@valeriethorpe3399]

OMG you make me laught so hard... you are such a joy to watch... I need to send my hubby to you too :D

[@saradeesign]

Your very creative and entertaining ❤️

[@djmmeade2094]

Yr amazing love yr videos..keep them coming

[@DonnaJo3452]

P.s. Y’all’s little tête-à-tête was cute!

[@cindymccabe6000]

Oh, Laurel, I just love your videos. How fun our husband seems to be! And you’re a hoot. Thanks for sharing. I love it when your name pops up in my notifications! ❤

[@LaurelBeard]

Awe, thanks Cindy!

[@angelicawilliams5288]

I love your videos, you're soooooo funny 😄😄

[@sandra9890]

Great idea!👍👍 You “magically” turned ordinary into “EXTRA ordinary”!! Always enjoy your posts!🎃

[@jessicamigneault3161]

Great ideas!

[@subigland5600]

Did you have problems with your voice over cos I had to the volume high then lower but couldn't hear you so had to go back up again! I don't usually have to change the volume when watching your videos

[@LaurelBeard]

Hmmm, not that I know of. My intro (my face) is always filmed with just my Iphone so that doesn't match the rest of the video perfectly! But interesting it was different for you DURING the video.... (oh, except for the wine with me and my husband, that 2 was filmed with just my phone)

[@yelena86]

Hahah your husband is a good sport 😅

[@donnameyers8497]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@yelena86]

👍✌️🙏❤️✨

[@barbarahill6365]

New technique from playing to start with Id bet! We should be paid (?) with new ideas and techniques from having fun! Always great to watch your videos.