Make your own stencils with this common kitchen item!!

Cut out your own stencils or masks using this item that you probably already have in your kitchen! You'll be amazed at how versatile this technique is!
SUPPLIES IN THIS VIDEO
Laminator: amzn.to/3QFf4nf [Amazon]
Spellbinders Flower Die (Sold out as of 8/1/24, sorry!)
Freezer Paper: amzn.to/40lGC4r [Amazon]
Watercolors: amzn.to/46EfWhZ [Amazon]
Sidekick Cutting Machine: shrsl.com/48xyq [Scrapbook.com]
STANDARD SUPPLIES:
These are supplies I always have on hand and use for almost all of my cardmaking.
TOOLS:
• Platinum Die Cutting Machine
--- hldli.co/e/6l04952 [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/3XJ8Lks [Amazon]
• Gemini Go Die Cutting Machine
--- shrsl.com/4c4ma [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3tfBxOK [Amazon]
• Empress - Die Cutting and Embossing Machine
--- ldli.co/e/gq2772x [ Scrapbook.com ]
• Spellbinders Betterpress System
--- ldli.co/e/gq27dpn [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/3O55QOT [Amazon]
• Scor-Buddy & Bone Folder
--- shrsl.com/47zmy [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/44CNwDi [Amazon]
• Fiskars Spring Loaded Scissors
--- shrsl.com/47zn9 [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3pyvGCF [Amazon]
• Tim Holtz Glass Mat
--- shrsl.com/47zni [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/44EiDhU [Amazon]
• Heat Tool for Embossing
--- shrsl.com/47znp [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3pAiflF [Amazon]
• Sidekick Cutting Machine
--- shrsl.com/48xyq [Scrapbook.com]
INKS
• Hero ArtsBlack Ink (Safe for Copic and Watercolor)
--- shrsl.com/47znt [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/44uqVJa [Amazon]
• Versamark Clear Embossing Ink
--- shrsl.com/47znv [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3XGlwMR [Amazon]
• Versafine Black Embossing Ink
--- shrsl.com/47znx [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3JOHiIt [Amazon]
• Distress Blending Inks
--- shrsl.com/47zny [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/3O584xJ [Amazon]
ADHESIVES:
• Art Glitter Glue (The BEST!)
--- shrsl.com/47zo0 [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3JRzhCr [Amazon]
• Low Tack Purple Tape
--- amzn.to/46HUkkF [Amazon]
• Foam Tape
--- amzn.to/43k1FnC [Amazon]
PAPER:
• Neenah Solar White 110lb
--- shrsl.com/47zo4 [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3JQ3uly [Amazon]
• Betterpress Cotton Paper
--- ldli.co/e/nqo555o [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/3NKInSH [Amazon]
•Crane’s Cotton Paper
--- amzn.to/3O6u2S5 [Amazon]
STORAGE:
• 7.5x5.5 Storage Sleeve
--- amzn.to/3PK8rA5 [Amazon]
• 9.5x7 Storage Sleeve
--- amzn.to/44i0XZw [Amazon]
• Magnetic Sheets for Dies
--- amzn.to/3JPXVmY
• Marker and Colored Pencil Case
--- amzn.to/3XIov7s [Amazon]
COLORING MATERIALS:
•Arteza Watercolor Brush Markers
--- amzn.to/3pDKcJf [Amazon]
•Ohuhu Alcohol Markers
--- amzn.to/3JUTyHl [Amazon]
•Copic Alcohol Markers
--- amzn.to/44ihPPE [Amazon]
•Watercolors
--- amzn.to/46EfWhZ [Amazon]
•Silver Watercolor Brush
--- amzn.to/3JQ5U3q [Amazon]
•Watercolor Pencils
--- amzn.to/3D4aIhW [Amazon]
•Prismacolor Colored Pencils
--- amzn.to/3O7BMmT [Amazon]
•Metallic Gel Pens
--- amzn.to/3JQ6gXL [Amazon]
MISCELLANEOUS:
•Sparkle Embossing Powder
--- shrsl.com/47zoi [Scrapbook.com]
---amzn.to/3pOS3Ua [Amazon]
•Clear Embossing Powder
--- shrsl.com/47zok [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/3OhaDhv [Amazon]
•Glossy Accents
--- shrsl.com/47zol [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/44EtWqm [Amazon]
•Other Embossing Powders
--- shrsl.com/47zqg [Scrapbook.com]
•Gems
--- amzn.to/3O6cVQ5 [Amazon]
Wink of Stella
--- shrsl.com/47zq4 [Scrapbook.com]
--- amzn.to/43hi78f [Amazon]
• A2 Rectangle Dies
--- ldli.co/e/kqr0o1p [Spellbinders]
--- amzn.to/3rpVO3a [Amazon]
• Black Fineliner Pens
--- amzn.to/3XO6jJt [Amazon]
Affiliate Links used at no cost to you

[@carolynrose8135]

I don’t have a laminator but used an iron Thanks for the idea. Saves money on masking paper

[@moosedawg71]

Yeah, an iron should work fine. I use an iron when I make wrapping paper with my freezer paper.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Good idea!

[@maryfeldmann7705]

Thank you for sharing. I don't have a laminator but I do have and iron. 😊

[@iteeshollow]

I was just going to comment to use your iron, lol.

[@faodail3913]

I use an iron, too. It works.

[@darcynalder1518]

This was one of the most innovative ideas I’ve seen in a long time and I love that I can now use my dies in another way which just opened up a huge new world of possibilities. Thank you for sharing. I also appreciated you sharing your thoughts on the little side kick. There have been times that I haven’t wanted to pull out my bigger machine because my work space was already full of my project. Good to know you like it.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@paulachristopher9451]

Beautiful! You are so talented.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@dreamweaver7810]

I am no longer making cards and my supplies have been gifted away. I just had to comment because: *WOW*!!!! Awesomely creative idea!!👍😄

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@susanzapletal5299]

I commented just now but hadn’t yet finished watching your video so now I feel I have to add how beautiful and creative your cards and say how much I love your process and I will subscribe to your channel. I have been a card maker for over thirty years and am fascinated that I can always learn new techniques. Thank you!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your kind words!

[@zormier2002]

Wow so resourceful. Beautiful cards ❤❤❤

[@donnajosephsonblatz5058]

Love that trifold. Thanks Stephanie.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much!

[@juliehardy7510]

I'll have to add a laminator to my wish list

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I held off on buying one for a long time, but it’s been very useful!

[@Kateseyes]

Wow, I would never have thought to use freezer paper as a stencil. I’m amazed at the beautiful cards you made. Thank you for sharing this video with us. ❤

[@connieloe3618]

Very clever use of freezer paper! I especially Ike your use of waste pieces, too!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jodyhehn6856]

The flower cards are so beautiful. I am going to try this freezer paper stencil technique.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! Have fun!

[@cw4608]

Impressive! I love the great ways you used the die off cuts as well

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@godschild1305]

I am happy to see this video. Great incentive to take the laminator down off the shelf and dust it off!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@dawnmulder3540]

Very cool! It’s cool how it adheres to the base. I don’t like adhesive sprays, so this is a better idea. It seems more like a mask than a stencil, though. Stencils collect the color in the openings; masks block the color and protect the base.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Good point! I’ll have to try using more as a mask!

[@callmejacki]

Great idea and loved how you explain it. That last bonus card is the best! So lovely without a lot of effort.

[@amandalock9510]

Well, I stumbled across this post quite by accident, and I love what you’ve demonstrated! So very creative and clever. In a past life, I have been a quilter and still have freezer paper from those days. Now, I make cards and you’ve inspired a whole cluster of ideas. Thanks so much! I am a new follower! And, your cards are delightful!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your kind words!

[@bonnieisabelle3641]

Great technique. Now to remember freezer paper next time I go to the store. I was glad to hear you say you save everything because you hate waste. I have people ask me all the time why I save small scraps. I have some tiny punches and dies, if they will fit in the scrap, it gets saved.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@nuvoclassic]

Great tips! Very inspirational, too! The final card was so intricate AND clever use of those glitter paper scraps. Could you put adhesive on the back of the original glitter paper sheet? Then the scrap flowers would be easier to adhere later. I'm a hoarder too. I save all my foil scraps and use them randomly on paper crafting projects and on junk journal and art journal pages. Gives them a bit of 'POP'. tfs!

[@rebeccafiveash4335]

Absolutely beautiful cards and so innovative down to the very last scraps! Well done.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@donnagoodner8545]

What a fantastic idea! Great job!❤

[@susanthompson6803]

I am awestruck! You are the most creative person I have ever seen. Thank you for sharing and showing this very innovative technique. Susan Thomson

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Wow, that’s the nicest thing to say! Thank you so much for your kind words! Thanks for watching!

[@skabettispaghetti5451]

Wow, gorgeous! Thanks!

[@susanzapletal5299]

Such an amazing technique. It is so, so practical in that you can create a stencil of the fantastic dies you already own. Your tutorial is excellent, so concise.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!!

[@manettle]

I'm not a card maker but watch card making videos to get technique ideas for other paper crafts. This video is the first one that actually piques my interest in card making. Great ideas!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Wow, thank you!❤️ what paper crafts do you make?

[@goilo888]

That’s a great tip. And actually even better than an actual stencil. Because often no matter how careful I am I will usually get some ink or paint under the stencil.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Yes, me too! I love the versatility of this method also! Thanks for watching!

[@andreah993]

WOW. What an array of fantastic cards. I love the fact you ve used the freezer paper as a stencil and totally agree with you that ALL the cards turned out great (even the one you used stencil paste on 😂) my favourite was the last one maing a tri-fold card out of the scrap was genius. I loved all these ideas and Freezer paper (with wax) is now on my shopping list. I will definitely try all your ideas here. Thank you so much for taking the time to do these cards and for the inspiration. X X from the uk X X

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much I I appreciate your kind words! Just to clarify though- you want plastic coated freezer paper, not wax :) happy crafting!

[@carolinariley]

Omgoodness!!!! Fabulous!!! Thank you so much for this video!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you enjoyed it!❤️

[@cynthialong7008]

OMG lady YOU are AMAZING!!!!! I love it all

[@donnacowell7415]

What a great idea. Luv your cards

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much!❤️

[@franciemontgomery2935]

Great new (For me!) technique! Can't wait to try it. ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you like it!

[@lynmitchie2443]

Hi Stephanie, the reindeer die is a Cottage Cutz die, and yes it is old, possibly 20 years. I have it in my collection, and after seeing you using the die I will now use it again. Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much for the info! I don’t think I’ve even heard of cottage cutz!

[@bethbenson1931]

Thanks so much for this idea. Never would have thought to use it as a mask! I love freezer paper. Taught a class once fusing it to beautiful tissue paper with an iron to make beautiful backgrounds and envelopes. Brown butcher paper should work too because it has a shiny side also. 😊

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Great idea! Thanks for watching!

[@hopeclinchot6372]

Thank you for sharing! Love this new technique!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you like it! ❤️

[@Nelliescake]

Absolutely gorgeous, thanks for sharing! 😊

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you! 😊

[@pattydevine-mcintosh7100]

My goodness absolutely fabulous ❤ thank you for sharing your beautiful talent!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@carolbatchelor5855]

Your techniques are awesome! Such great ideas for creating cards. There's no need to waste something that you can actually use! I love all of your cards, but I especially love the last one. Thanks for sharing!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much!❤️❤️❤️

[@deniselong6134]

How clever. Lovely.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@kathyahibbert]

Goodness, such a great technique! Thank you for experimenting and sharing!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for watching!

[@XenobiaF]

Love this technique.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@cherylmccafferty2547]

I just found your channel and absolutely loved these cards! Thanks for showing how you did everything!

[@rechellethackray]

WOW WOW WOW!!!! I am absolutely blown away with not only your genius hack, thank you so much for sharing this with us all, but also with your sheer artistic talent, your fantastic editing skills, your clear, informative tutorial style, like WOW!! I am so excited that I have found your channel! Hi, my name is Rechelle and I'm from Western Australia and your newest subscriber 😊❤. I can't wait to binge watch through your past videos lol. Thank you and I hope you have the most amazing day sweetheart 😊

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I can’t thank you enough for your kind words! So nice of you to say- I’m very glad you’ve enjoyed my videos! I hope to put out a lot more you’ll enjoy. Thanks for watching!

[@rechellethackray]

@@InaNutshellCrafts my absolute pleasure and seriously, your talent is mind blowing.

[@sarahsmom1995]

What a cool idea.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@LaVonne23]

Great demo of this technique. I will try it . TFS.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@toniphillips4978]

I owned a quilt shop for years and used freezer paper for stenciling on fabric. Works great with an iron great tips for those who have never used it.

[@rhra6288]

Thank you for this awesome technique and other tips.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kimberlysiddons]

Oh my goodness!! That last card!!❤ New subbie here

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for subbing!

[@dawnyoung9231]

Amazing!! I just, literally, stumbled across this

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulawray6210]

Nice ideas! Thank you!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you like them!

[@nanasbabies58]

You do beautiful work!! My first time watching this. Very impressive!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! That’s so kind! Thank you for watching!

[@aidamartinez5282]

WOW, what Great Ideas never new that I like because I'm on a budget an im 73 yrs.old I do Crafts for enjoyment relaxing ❤❤❤🤗

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I’m glad it was helpful!

[@eughtinamccammonpanzio5465]

Very creative❤

[@maryfeldmann7705]

I want to go to my shop and start. So cool. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@pattieduffy4992]

Great imagination and so creative… Thank you for sharing this great video. I will try this technique. Wonderful

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much 😊

[@stampsoul]

Thank you so much !

[@anniekempton9193]

Thanks for the inspiration!!! ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you liked it!❤️

[@MarciEllsworth]

Your creativity is amazing!! I love the cards! I used to do a similar technique years ago to paint on fabric. I never had such intricate designs though ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@mariaarchetti4126]

What lovely ideas....thank you🐝🐝🐝🐝

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you like them!❤️

[@sallygreiner5724]

This was an great videos with lots of ideas. I quilted for years using freezer paper for different techniques. And 30 years ago I used the freezer paper to cut stencils, iron on fabric, and used fabric paint to make a wall hanging. I would never have thought it had so many uses in paper crafting. I am a beginner watercolorist and want to try that technique too. Thanks so much for sharing your

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I hope you have lots of fun trying it out! Thanks for watching!

[@cab102361]

I’m going to have to rewatch this when I not sick. lol. I sort of followed what you were doing,but my sinuses are messed up. So I’ll rewatch it once I’m a bit more coherent. Thanks.

[@melodieisreal5933]

I love this technique and am going to give it a try! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you for watching!

[@appleoneill5135]

This is such a brilliant idea and the cards are gorgeous. Thank you so much for sharing x ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@heatherkybyscz2588]

Love this idea and can't wait for my next day off to try it! You do beautiful work and you are a natural instructor, with clear and concise directions! I'm so glad I stumbled onto this video! Thank you for the inspiration! 💕

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for watching!

[@louisehorner]

Thank you for this very clever idea. I love how you extend the basic idea in this video.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad it was helpful!❤️

[@ilakaiser3778]

Clever!💜🙏🏻

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you!

[@craftycs8917]

Hi thanks for sharing your innovative ideas. Your cards look great. Happy Crafting from Scotland.x

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@nancyloomis3046]

This is a great technique...I'll have to try it for sure!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I hope you have fun with it!

[@barbarahill6365]

Good video! Something different and interesting.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you enjoyed it!❤️

[@louisenash7191]

Thankyou for posting, I enjoyed your video😻

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I'm so glad!

[@bonnieh9544]

Cool technique! I will be trying this! Thanks!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you like it!

[@tracywilliams61]

So creative ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you! 😊

[@jenniferstephens7646]

Great idea! Will definitely be trying it. Thanks so much for sharing ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you like it!

[@marykatherine9098]

Very Innovative! I love new ideas to use all my dies for. Freezer paper in Ontario Canada where I live is not in are groceries store for some reason. It used to be in all of them. Luckily I have a stash of boxes that I bought many years ago I use them in my acrylics paint pouring. Freezer paper is very handy and I absolutely love this technique. I liked and subscribed to your channel because of this wonderful idea. Thank you.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@cherylmaskey434]

Wow, a joy to watch, thanks for such a great idea 😀

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@stefaniestaniak4329]

What a unique idea. I’ll have to try this although my laminator is not the best. I have to use a piece of additional cardstock in the carrier sheet so that it passes through without getting jammed up.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful!

[@charly30us]

I finally have a use for my freezer paper.. thanks so much! This looks like fun

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@JackieBarton1]

This is such an awesome idea 🥰 Thank you so much for sharing 😊❤🤗

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad you liked it!!❤️❤️❤️

[@thecraftyvisage]

This video popped into my feed this morning!! What a fabulous idea!! New follower here!!❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@patriciafunym4992]

You are so amazing!!!😍😍🥰🥰

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!!❤️❤️❤️

[@evelynhughes951]

Great idea, thanks ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for watching!❤️

[@patgessner1853]

This was a very clever idea and I loved your cards!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@trishrowe8467]

Awesome thank you for sharing

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for watching!❤️

[@nancyhinojosa8901]

Cant wait to try. Thank you for sharing

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you enjoy!❤️

[@orenbyrd]

I don't have a laminater, but now I'm definitely interested in getting one! Thanks so much for sharing! 😊

[@bethbenson1931]

You can use an iron. 😊

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@rondawubbena843]

WOW! I too stumbled across this video and loved it. You described it very well and made it look easy. I loved the fact that you end up with a 2 for 1. I am excited to try it. I will look forward to more videos from you. Thanks for sharing

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much! ❤️ would love to see what you make!

[@maryjohull6341]

Incredible video..thanks so very much for the fantastic stencil idea

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much 😊

[@denisejames855]

Absolutely fantastic cards and technique. I don't have a laminator and have never seen freezer paper here in Australia so these would need to be researched and purchased. I have just subscribed to your chanel.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@tanyanewbury4159]

Wow, can't wait to try this, thank you

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hope you have lots of fun with it!

[@lauramartin7300]

As others said as i was going too. I've used an iron with freezer paper and wax paper. Years ago,put leaves we collected between wax paper. Love the cards. Last one really pretty. Thanks for the tip and sharing. Will have to try this. Been wanting to get a laminater, but i want to know alot of things can do with it besides the norm. Thanks again

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful!

[@ninal1893]

Very cool technique! Now I gotta dig out my laminator!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-st4ye2cm9r]

I never knew a laminator was a common kitchen item

[@maryweas6385]

I don't have a die cut machine, a laminator or an embosser... but your video is very well done and your results are stunning!!!! ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words!

[@kimj4383]

I too stumbled across this video. Great technique and that last tri-fold card was amazing. You are VERY talented!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you so much!❤️❤️❤️

[@MaryPennington-z3b]

I think the whole thing is absolutely fascinating. Thank you

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks!

[@rbailey3309]

Great tip! Beautiful card!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much!

[@kiminalaska9363]

Love the technique and beautiful cards

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks so much!

[@mellyj3874]

Fantastic hack. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for watching!

[@marthagomez-sanchez4440]

I absolutely loved your techniques! With your practice, makes perfect! There are truly no mistakes 🙌 🙏. Can you give me the information on the Art Deco Card Stamps? ❤

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Hi, thanks so much! Appreciate your kind words! For the art deco card- it is an old hero arts monthly kit set from probably 5 years ago, so unfortunately it’s not available anymore. I do sometimes have luck finding old sets on eBay!

[@TD-bu9wv]

New subscriber here as someone who just made a hot pink haunted house with pink and purple ghosts I absolutely love your color choices. Beautiful idea and cards. Thank you

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for subbing!

[@rendaowe]

Thanks me! Why are you saving that? I might need this exact thing someday.😂 ❤️❤️❤️❤️👍🏼 Hallmark has nothing on you!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thank you :)

[@lindamaclaren1866]

What a lot of great ideas! Subscribed instantly. I love your creativity.

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

Thanks for subbing! Thanks for the kind words!