Today we’re making a Thanksgiving themed card based around a color palette involving orange, brown, and gold card stocks. I started out using my Kuretaki Gansai Tambi pallete to mix up some yellowish, orange, and red colors. I knew I wanted this watercolor background I was creating to have a lot of color variation and…
Wedding and anniversary cards can be tough to create because of their often intricate and elaborate designs…but with high-quality cardstock from CutCardStock, a simple and pretty card like this still makes a big impact! Start by trimming a piece of Basis Black Cardstock to 5.5″ x 8.5″ and scoring it down the center to create…
Today we’re making an Anniversary card using white and ivory card stock, and a crayola watercolor resist technique that utilizes floral stamps. I started with my DIY stamp press which is really just a modified Ikea HEMMINGSBO front opening picture frame. The stamps I’m using are from a couple different sets from discount bins that…
Neenah Classic Crest is such a reliable card stock for so many techniques. There’s a reason why so many card makers and paper crafters recommend it across the board for things like stamping, Copic coloring, and even watercolor techniques – it is truly great quality. I have a pack of 80 lb Classic Crest in…
Weddings are the kind of occasion where I really like to personalize a gift…all the way down to the packaging. Decorating a plain kraft gift bag with a couple’s wedding colors or flowers is the perfect way to add a unique touch to that ordinary registry item. Start by trimming a piece of foiled patterned…
Good morning crafty friends. There’s nothing better than a hot cup of coffee other than a hot cup of coffee shared with a friend. Today’s card is all about both! Here’s a snapshot of the products I used today: I started by creating an A2 sized top folding card base using 110lb Neenah Classic Crest…
Missing a friend or loved one and looking for a special way to let them know you’re thinking of them? This circle easel card is bright and cheery thanks to Pop-Tones Cardstock and easy to make with a just handful of dies. To create the easel card base, start by trimming a piece of 110lb….
Soon we’ll be celebrating the 4th of July and what better way to celebrate than to share some sweet treats with your friends and family while you’re waiting for the fireworks to start! Birgit here with you today with a festive patriotic project using some fresh and fun colors from Pop Tones that are on sale…
Hi everyone…have you ever just looked at a selection of card stock and knew immediately what you were going to make…just from the colours??? That’s exactly what happened…I saw these gorgeous Pop Tones card stock colours and just thought-TROPICAL! And…they are on sale this month at CutCardStock…SQUEEE!!!! Wouldn’t these be perfect for a gal pal?…
Looking for a cute way to reuse some of those printer paper scraps this summer? This handmade notepad is a great way to recycle partially-printed pages and makes a perfect little gift to tell someone you’re thinking of them too. Start by trimming two pieces of Spearmint Pop-Tone Cardstock, two pieces of Sno Cone Pop-Tone…
Hi everyone…do you find guy cards hard to make? I do…no glitter or pink-oh no!!!!! I find that if you stick to non busy designs-and even if you just use card stock for your design, that it lends to a more masculine look…adding inking for definition and layers for texture are your best bet…I used…
Handmade card sets can be an easy and inexpensive gift idea for loved ones who appreciate that homespun look. And with glitter paper from CutCardStock, you can add lots of interest to a simple design, making replication a cinch. Start by trimming Opulent Opal Cardstock into several panels measuring 4.25″ x 5.5″. Then, add bright…