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When it comes to cards, I love adding dimension to them. It can be through layers, foam squares, or even just a small shape on top of another piece of paper. Here’s how you can add just a tad of dimension on a card by using a die cutting machine and a very sharp blade!…
Greetings Crafty Friends. Posting Sunflowers today for CutCardStock. I am loving sunflowers! Start with CutCardStock’s Royal Sundance Kraft for the bases on these cards. Next, use Spellbinder’s A2 Curved Matting Basics to cut the base piece for the potted sunflower card. The yellow cardstock is Royal Fiber Sunflower. Dry emboss the piece with the My…
Try adding soft color to your cards and paper crafting projects with Derwent Tinted Charcoal pencils. They are a great coloring option for pearl linen cardstock. YouTube Tutorial | Derwent Tinted Charcoal on Linen Cardstock Watch this quick video tutorial to see Derwent Tinted Charcoal pencils in action. Watch here or in HD on YouTube….
We’re nearing the end of February, so that means there are probably more than a few of us who are dreaming of the warmer temperatures and bright blossoms that are just over the horizon now. I’m usually one to jump into things headfirst, so I figured it was the perfect time for tropical flowers and…
Hi crafty friends! I think we all have a friend that enjoys drinking coffee. I love coffee it is the one thing I need every morning (afternoon, evening). I stamped some wood grain with “Seal Brown” ink onto Pearl Linen Gold card stock then die cut it out with a stitched rectangle die that was…
Greetings, Crafty Friends. I have been loving cards created using rainbow strips! Several designers, including Jennifer McGuire, have posted examples! I ended up with 4 total examples of these fun striped cards! The first I completed was the Celebrate card. I later learned the die was no longer available, so I added another example using…
I have two daughters, and my oldest is VERY into princesses, dress-ups, and all things pink. Here is a fun party invitation you can make using just two pieces of coordinating cardstock! Check it out: Supplies Needed:–Light pink cardstock (from Botanicals collection)–Dark pink cardstock (from Botanicals collection)–Tombow adhesive–Foam adhesive squares-die cutting machine (I used a…
Teacher appreciation is so important, and what better way to express that than with a hand made card? I love using Classic Linen card stock for an elegant touch. It has such a beautiful, subtle color and texture. For today’s card, I kept it simple, but interesting by adding some layers. I started by dry…
Welcome to our annual Valentine’s Day Blog Hop! Our Design Team and Guest Designers have put together fabulous Valentine-inspired projects for you! There’s also a gift card up for grabs for one lucky winner – read on to find out how to qualify. Giveaway There are two ways to win: As you visit each stop…
Lately I’ve been into making cards for all occasions. I designed this card thinking of that one friend we all have in our lives and in todays DIY I will show you how to make the perfect card for them using the St. Patricks theme. I started off with printing some shamrocks in different…
Can you believe spring is right around the corner? I’m bringing a little sunshine to your day with clean and simple Spring cards. YouTube Tutorial | Clean and Simple Spring Cards All the details are in this short video. Watch here or in HD on YouTube. Spring Card Design Ideas Mix your colors, patterns, and…
One of my favorite types of cards to make these days is the generic “thinking of you” card. I build up a stash of these cards with fairly simple designs when I have the time because they can be used for so many different occasions – everyday, sympathy, and even birthday cards work with this…