Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Today I am sharing another walk through of a tutorial I made for the Sizzix Blog back in 2021 featuring Gertrude on a panel made with die cuts and Distress Crayons.
It is said that Giraffes represent confidence, peace and power. I wanted an art piece that would show that bit of inspiration as well as to highlight Gertrude, who exudes peaceful confidence.
The written instructions and step out photos are on my blog here: playswellwithpaper.blogspot.com/2020/05/stand-tall-and-rise-above-gertrude.html

Below are my affiliate links to the products still available for today's project.
Thanks you so very much for watching!
Tami

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