Using die cuts in different ways

     I love using die cuts in my pages and cards, along with punches that are in the same type of theme, such as Grandma's Dresser layout pictured above.  I love using scraps of paper in order to make the creation truly one of a kind.  I don't like to spend a ton of money on my creations, so for me, using punches and die cuts help to make things a lot better for your money!  
     By using buttons, punches and die cuts together, you see how truly unique this type of look can bring you - just by using different colors of die cuts that match the layout you are creating.  I also used alphabet stamps to create the title, embossed in Silver in order to match the eyelets in the corner.  The colors of the flowers are all different, only using scraps for what I did.  
     For the card here,  you can see I used the same die cut as in the above layout, only for a basic note card instead!  I used bright colors that matched the bottom set of papers - and buttons in the same bright colors for the middle of the flowers!    The one thing about using die cuts - they save you a ton of money on the projects you do!  
    One thing I would suggest - is get a good die cut machine.  I have used the Sizzix machine since I started scrapbooking, and have yet to purchase an electronic die cut machine, I still to this day use my Sizzix!  It's not about purchasing the top notch scrapbook supplies, it's about getting your memories down on paper!  Using die cuts are a GREAT way to help save money when you are on a budget!  

Lynda Jeffs

Memories in Tyme