Cynthia Maynard

Author | Artist

Paper Crafting

Sizzix Frame Pocket Journal

I have a new matboard kit in my Etsy shop! You can create the new Sizzix Frame Pocket Journal by Eileen Hull. It is a great die with a lot of versatility. The matboard pieces can be covered with paper, embossed, and painted. You will receive the two cover pieces, a pocket, and a frame pocket. You will also receive the "flap piece" as pictured. I have other journal kits as well, so be sure to check out all the goods! :) ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

Sizzix Tim Holtz Blossom

The Tim Holtz Blossom die from Sizzix is an easy-to-assemble floral die that can be the main feature on your card or projects. I'll have a video soon. I do have a YouTube short posted already, if you want a sneak peek! I cut the top layer from watercolor paper that I had sprayed with various Distress Inks. ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

Tim Holtz Matchbook

This is an "oldie", but so fun for gifts and adding into junk journals! The Matchbook bigz die creates the two sizes below. They are very easy to assemble. I added the buckle pieces from the Sizzix Book Closures die. ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

Craftstash Traveler’s Notebook

This is a traveler's notebook sized die from Craftstash's Simply Made Crafts by Helen Griffin. It also includes a pocket, label, and reinforcers. I pulled out some older Prima Marketing paper (Zella). I'll be making a video, but here is the progress so far. You can cut down the spine to make a thinner book. I'm also an author! ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

My Sizzix Scoreboards YouTube Videos

Here is a group of my videos highlighting Eileen Hull's Sizzix Scoreboards dies. There are a variety of ways to use your papers and art supplies on matboard to create different styles and effects. I carry some kits in my shop as well and will be adding more! I'm also an author! ... View the Post

Paper Crafting

Filling the Card Caddy Journal

I decided to using Eileen Hull's binding system instead of using removable signatures with elastic. Once assembled, this binding piece exactly fits in the spine space! I used some of my digital paper for this. I used kraft cardstock and a Helen Griffin die from Craftstash to create the page pockets that fit over each tab of the spine (a video is coming). I layered the cardstcok with the beautiful paper from Stamperia "Forest". I will have more pictures coming soon of the finished ... View the Post

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