Hello, crafty friends! Today, I’m excited to share a fun and whimsical Halloween card featuring the adorable
Lovely Layers: Bat Dies from
Honey Bee Stamps Falloween Release. This "Batty for You" spinner card is part of an exciting
Instagram hop, where you can find even more spooky inspiration from fellow DT Members. It's the perfect way to send some Halloween cheer to your loved ones!
Cutting the Bat:
Start by die-cutting the pieces for the bat using the
Lovely Layers: Bat Dies. I chose a mix of dark gray and black cardstock to give the bat a spooky yet cute look. You will have to cut two of each piece to finish off both sides of the bat. Attach a clear thread down the center of the front bat before gluing on the back die-cut pieces. You will have to use the bad side of the die cuts so that the die cuts line up with the front. Trim anything that doesn't line up if necessary.
Background Design:
For the background, I selected a skull-and-heart pattern from the
Sweet & Spooky Paper Pad. The contrast of the soft pink hearts against the dark skulls gives the card a perfect Halloween vibe while keeping it playful.
Spinner Element: The spinner aspect of this card is what makes it extra fun! I used the
Sweet Stacks Ovals to create an oval window in the center of the card. To assemble the spinner, I attached the clear thread to the top and bottom of the card base, securing it tightly with tape. For added stability, I pulled the thread ends to another area of the card base, secured them again with tape, and then trimmed off any excess. Finally, I adhered the top panel to the card front, sandwiching the thread between two layers of cardstock. This clever construction allows the bat to spin freely when the card is opened, adding a playful, interactive element that’s sure to delight!
Sentiment:
Finishing Touches:
This "Batty for You" spinner card is a delightful way to celebrate the Halloween season, and it’s sure to bring a smile to anyone who receives it. I hope this inspires you to create your own spooky-cute spinner card!
Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!