Because I needed a third hand, this is what I designed to help me "corral" the medallion card stock.
I used the 12 x 12 card board from a DSP package and cut two 1" strips.
I overlapped the ends about an inch and used two strips of Sticky Strip to securely adhere them together. The finished length is a about 23".
Then I went to a local fabric/craft store and purchased a small roll of Velcro. I added the soft fluffy part to the entire surface of the outside of the strip.
Next I used one of the Velcro circles (Differnt style of Velcro) and added one of the "grippers" at one end on the opposite side of the card board.
Here is what it looks like rolled up.
Then I put in a medallion (strips were cut at 2 1/4"), secured the circle around it, and marked the inside of the card board so that I will know how big to make the circle when I am making this size of medallion.
Below, look just beyond the "2 1/4" mark and you will see the outside ring that has been pulled to the black line. It's the perfect size!
Then each time that you make a new size, mark the inside of the "corral" so that you will know where to secure the velro circle and make the correct size "corral".
Now, someone will probbly come up with a more durable material for a homemade corral. It is all that I could think of quickly. Maybe there is a type of then plastic that we could cut?
If you figure out a different version, please let me know what you use as your material!
Have fun!!!!
Please e-mail me if you have any questions.
Thank you for stopping by!
LOVE IT! TFS!
Posted by: Jenny Skorupa | October 19, 2011 at 02:18 AM
This blog is really very nice. I like this craft. It is very easy for make. I want to make it. I am so excited for that.
Posted by: penny stocks to watch | October 19, 2011 at 02:26 AM
what a fantastic tip...for smaller ones I used the ring from a mason jar...but this is such a versatile idea.thanks for sharing.
Posted by: rebecca | October 19, 2011 at 03:55 AM
You are ingenious! Thanks for the idea.
Posted by: Lynn Starzl | October 19, 2011 at 08:13 AM
Perfect! Thanks for this great idea!
Posted by: ShariW | October 19, 2011 at 08:25 AM
such a great tip, so thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: Susan Mac | October 19, 2011 at 08:52 AM
Great idea.....TFS!
Posted by: Carol Carriveau | October 19, 2011 at 10:03 AM
When I want to make 2 the same size, I cut a strip of cardstock and encircle the medallion, securing it with tape. Then when I make the next one, I just pop it in the corral and glue the circle on one side, flip it over and glue the circle on the other. That way they are both the same. Never thought to make an expandable corral for different sizes! COOL.
Posted by: Diane Ouellette | October 19, 2011 at 02:02 PM
Great tip, Sandy. I will definitely give it a try!
Posted by: Sage Kimble, aka The Mad Stamper | October 19, 2011 at 09:36 PM
Sandy I'm sure this post will make many stampers so happy! What a fantastic idea and the directions and explanations were great! TFS!. You have a great blog by the way.
Posted by: Penny Hanuszak | October 24, 2011 at 06:18 PM
Sandy,
Love it! I made mine with window sheet on inside and velcro on outside for more durability. Purchased the tutorial for the tree too. I love to make beautiful things but I am not the creative one, LOL.
Posted by: Cheryl in Texas | November 02, 2011 at 05:24 PM
This looks absolutely perfect. All these tiny details are made with lot of background knowledge. I like it a lotThis looks absolutely perfect. All these tiny details are made with lot of background knowledge. I like it a lotv
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