{"title":"Designer Shop | Virginia Lu","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eShop Cardmaker Virginia Lu's Must-Have Paper Crafting Supplies\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/Virginia_Lu.jpg?v=1578465181\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMy favorite Altenew tool is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v58\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMini Blossom Die Cutting Machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This little machine cuts all the floral images perfectly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eevery. single. time.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and it sits beautifully on my desk. Using cover dies such as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v5b\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDotted Swirls Debossing Cover Die\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e makes my projects look polished and elevated. I also love the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v7a\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCrystal Frames Dies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v7i\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eString Art Rectangles Die\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e because of the perfect cut lines and how they offer lots of possibilities. As for coloring, I tend to reach for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v5f\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAltenew’s Watercolor Brush Markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e as they make watercoloring fun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMy favorites stamps include: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v7x\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAntique Roses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v84\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFloral Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v6i\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA Study in Watercolor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Lastly, it is all about the ink. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v66\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFond Appreciation Oval Ink Bundle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v61\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCandy-Coated Oval Ink Bundle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v6a\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eForever Grateful Oval Ink Bundle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e are the ones that I can not ink without. They are of the best colors and finest quality. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/20v87\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePigment Ink Bundle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is another must-have!  \u003c\/span\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginialusblog.blogspot.com\/\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to check out my cards featuring Altenew products.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bold-alphabet-die-set","title":"Bold Alphabet Die Set","description":"\u003c!-- Tab links --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Description')\" id=\"defaultOpen\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tab content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Description\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate bold and fun alphabet arrangements with our Bold Alphabet die set!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a total of 26 dies in this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDie Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest die: 1.72\" x 1.59\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmallest die: 0.55\" x 1.77\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altenew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19928608837,"sku":"ALT1386","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/dies-bold-alphabet-die-set-29369421234233.jpg?v=1768987647"},{"product_id":"mini-blossom-die-cutting-machine","title":"Mini Blossom Die Cutting Machine","description":"\u003c!-- Tab links --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" id=\"defaultOpen\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Description')\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Intro Video')\"\u003e Intro Video\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tab content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Description\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake your die-cutting skills to the next level, and see why this die cutting machine is a favorite among crafters!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Mini Blossom Die Cutting Machine is the compact and portable must-have tool for your craft room! It is designed to work with Altenew dies (sold separately) and other wafer-thin metal dies. It can be used to quickly and easily die cut a variety of materials, including cardstock and Altenew specialty papers, and will help you add texture and dimension to your projects. The elegant and clean design will look wonderful on your craft desk, secured on its stable base with suction feet. Cutting plates are included in the packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough small, you will be happy to discover that this die cutting machine will fit most of your coordinating and stand-alone die sets!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e Machine size: 6\" x 4 1\/2\" plus handle ▪ Cutting plate size: 3\" x 6 1\/4\" ▪ Product weight: 2 lb 3 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuction cup feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable cutting plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with \u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/collections\/all-dies\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAltenew dies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and other wafer-thin metal dies on the market\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso available are the following items:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/products\/mini-blossom-die-cutting-plates\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMini Blossom Die Cutting Plates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/products\/mini-blossom-die-cutting-metal-shim\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMini Blossom Die Cutting Metal Shim\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Intro Video\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/246223248?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altenew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45917105673,"sku":"ALT1727","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/tools-mini-blossom-die-cutting-machine-32173084344377.jpg?v=1768984963"},{"product_id":"versatile-vases","title":"Versatile Vases","description":"\u003c!-- Tab links --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Description')\" id=\"defaultOpen\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Intro Video')\"\u003e Intro Video\u003c\/button\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Bundle Contents')\"\u003eBundle Contents\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tab content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Description\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis vase-themed set of matching products will beautifully complement your collection of floral stamps and dies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e4\" x 6\" Versatile Vases Stamp Set\u003c\/b\u003e is perfect for making gorgeous floral bouquets! Use the bud vase for a single bloom, or add a bouquet to the larger containers. We have included sweet sentiments just perfect for your dear friends and loved ones. We can't wait to see how you use these versatile vases!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBuild your own collection of flower vases by mixing and matching the images with the floral stamps and greenery in your crafting stash. The mask stencil included in the set will make it easy for you to stamp multiple vases as your focal point. Stamp them in neutral colors, or get creative with bright and vibrant ones! You may even heat emboss the images for that wow factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eVersatile Vases Die Set \u003c\/b\u003ecoordinates with the Versatile Vases Stamp Set and includes three dies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur coordinating dies are designed to work perfectly with our stamp sets for maximum crafting ease and efficiency. All of our dies work great with a majority of the die-cutting machines available in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e Versatile Vases Mask Stencil\u003c\/b\u003e coordinates with the Versatile Vases Stamp Set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur coordinating mask stencils are designed to work perfectly with our stamp sets. These handy mask stencils are made out of a thinner material than our regular stencils, so you can easily stamp over them or use them with your favorite coloring mediums. Position the positive cut pieces over their coordinating images with a bit of temporary adhesive, then stamp over with another image. When you remove the stencil, it will look like the second image is behind the first!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTo easily apply color to a stamped image, use the negative part of the stencil to blend ink or spritz with our Ink Sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThere is one 6x6 mask stencil sheet in this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSentiments\u003c\/b\u003e: The set includes five versatile sentiments: Hello \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e▪\u003c\/span\u003e Always thinking of you \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e▪\u003c\/span\u003e Dearest friend \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e▪\u003c\/span\u003e Sending a birthday bouquet \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e▪\u003c\/span\u003e You're so special\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Intro Video\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/321168727?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Bundle Contents\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/products\/versatile-vases-stamp-set\"\u003eVersatile Vases Stamp Set, \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/products\/versatile-vases-mask-stencil\"\u003eVersatile Vases Mask Stencil \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/products\/versatile-vases-die-set\"\u003eVersatile Vases Die Set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altenew","offers":[{"title":"Complete Bundle","offer_id":41234386223161,"sku":"ALT3162","price":36.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stamp Set","offer_id":41234386124857,"sku":"ALT3158","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Die Set","offer_id":41234386157625,"sku":"ALT3159","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mask Stencil","offer_id":41234386190393,"sku":"ALT3160","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/stamp-die-stencil-bundle-versatile-vases-30662645186617.jpg?v=1768977076"},{"product_id":"dotted-swirls-debossing-cover-die","title":"Dotted Swirls Debossing Cover Die","description":"\u003c!-- Tab links --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Description')\" id=\"defaultOpen\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Intro Video')\"\u003e Intro Video\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tab content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Description\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis die is designed to cover the front of an A2-sized card. Instead of cutting through the cardstock, a dotted swirl pattern is debossed into the surface. This is the perfect way to add subtle texture to your next project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of our dies work great with a majority of the die-cutting machines available on the market. This is a great set for creating quick and easy projects with a unique look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDie Dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.25\" x 5.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Intro Video\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/333892614?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altenew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21558639657042,"sku":"ALT3270","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/dies-dotted-swirls-debossing-cover-die-29386427072569.jpg?v=1768979228"},{"product_id":"mix-match-mariposa-die-set","title":"Mix \u0026 Match Mariposa Die Set","description":"\u003c!-- Tab links --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Description')\" id=\"defaultOpen\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/button\u003e \u003cbutton class=\"tablinks\" onclick=\"openCity(event, 'Intro Video')\"\u003e Intro Video\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tab content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Description\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet beautiful butterflies adorn your handmade projects. This set is comprised of eight dies, each with a different butterfly shape. They are various shapes and sizes and were designed to be layered on top of each other to create a myriad of different looks. Our hearts are a flutter to see what you will create with them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 8 dies in this set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload: \u003cspan style=\"color: #bf9000;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #bf9000;\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/Mix_Match_Mariposa_Die_Set_Layering_Guide.jpg?22715\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMix \u0026amp; Match Mariposa Layering Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Intro Video\" class=\"tabcontent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/370317219?title=0\u0026amp;byline=0\u0026amp;portrait=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Altenew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22572488851538,"sku":"ALT3444","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/7541\/files\/dies-mix-match-mariposa-die-set-29415600095289.jpg?v=1768977026"}],"url":"https:\/\/oltonew.shop\/collections\/designer-shop-virginia-lu.oembed","provider":"Altenew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}