

The Diamond Press is a fun new tool that’s a miniature die cutting and embossing machine. It works just like a full size die cutting machine, but small sized! This is a “must have” tool for scrapping retreats, working in the car while your kids are at soccer, or for kids to use. My little ones love my Diamond Press because it is so easy to turn. They have made dozens of bookmarks and cards with it already! This would be great for those who have dexterity issues with their hands because it doesn’t require a lot of force to turn the handle. Check out what’s included with the Diamond Press kit:

Now that you’ve seen what the Diamond Press is, let me show you how to make the miniature spool vignettes.
Supplies Used: (may include affialiate links)
- Crafter’s Companion Diamond Press Die-Cutting & Embossing Machine Bundle
- Xyron Disposable/Recyclable Sticker Maker, 3-Inch
- Wood Spools
- Colored cardstock
- Moss
- Miniature figures
- Glue gun
- Craft wire



Step one: Use the dot embossing folder in the Diamond Press to emboss the green paper. Cut it to fit the spool. Pull it through the Xyron sticker maker to add adhesive to the back of the paper. Attach it around the center of the spool. (Note: Use light paper instead of heavy cardstock, so the paper won’t come off the spool.)


Step two: Use the dies that come with the Diamond Press to cut doubles of each of the desired shapes: butterflies, flowers, and “hello”. Place them in the Xyron sticker maker to add adhesive to them.
Step three: Cut a 4 inch piece of wire and curl it to make loops. Attach a die cut shape on either side of the wire so the shape will stay on the wire.

Step five: Cover the top of the spool with moss that is hot glued on. Trim off the excess moss.
Step six: Use hot glue to add the miniature embellisments to each spool. I added little animals and ladybugs. I spray painted the mini rabbit gold because that is my theme this year, as I mentioned with this wall art tutorial.

Aren’t they cute? You could easily turn these into place cards or photo holders instead. I think they’ll make adorable desk decor. I know they make me smile when I look at them on my desk. If you want to make your own, Diamond Press and Xyron are giving you a chance to win your set! Check out the Rafflecopter Widget below to enter for a chance to win!

My girls and I would have a heydey with this! We’d probably make some summery crafts.
Your girls will LOVE it! Thanks for entering!
Hey Morena, awesome way to use spools! Thanks for sharing.
Hey Morena, I would definitely be making some cards and some of the cute spools!
I’m glad you like it! Thanks for entering and good luck!
I would make some baby shower favors for my niece
How sweet! Thanks for entering and good luck!
Fabulous projects, they are so fun and festive! I love the smaller dies for banners on layout pages and even cards!
Thanks so much!
What a clever project for using the Diamond Press. I love the idea!
Thank you!!
I forgot to say what I would use it for…I mostly make cards, so that’s what I would primarily use the Diamond Press for.
Love these cute spools! The Diamond Press is such a handy size to pack and take to a crafty get-together! I would make cards and ATCs!
It will be perfect for cards and ATCs! Thanks and good luck!
Love the small size, perfect for all my small card dies!
It is perfect for all those tiny dies! Thanks, and good luck!
Love this project and great blog!!!
Thank you very much! Good luck!
So cute for spring! Would love to win!
Thanks for entering!
I would make beautiful cards with this prize pack. Thanks for the great giveaway!
Thanks, and good luck!
Sorry this is the FB share put in the wrong url https://www.facebook.com/kathb.persons/posts/618810254937345?pnref=story
Thank you! Good luck!
Would love this to make tags for my sewing projects
That is a great idea!!
Very cute, will give it a try
Thank you!
Hmm – not sure what to make. But I’m using my paper scraps, that’s for sure!
Thanks, and good luck!
Those are so adorable!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you!!
Your spool project is very cute & makes me smile, Morena. I like minatures, too. TFS! I plan to use my Diamond Press to make stickers for cards &my planner for now. 🙂
Thank you!!! And good luck!
Thank you for the neat giveaway!