If your stumped about how to start a card, start with a sketch!
On my Facebook Live Lunchtime Crafting video today, I followed the #tgifc381 sketch:
And here is the card I created, using the Sweet Candy Canes bundle:
Following a sketch really gets me excited because you can start with what you have and make something completely unique!
“If I ever go looking for my heart’s desire again, I shouldn’t look any further than my own backyard.” – Dorothy of Oz
Since there is “No Place Like Home”, I have two fun fold (and fairly simple) cards to share with you today using the Stampin’ Up! Coming Home bundle (which is retiring SOON!):
Use the tree and hill die (shown below) to cut off the top third of the front of your side-fold card, then stamp the houses in black on various colors of card stock, cut out and layer on the front of your card.
The second card is the same layout with different colors for a thoughtful welcome home card for a new neighbor:
The card opens to reveal the message, so you could change the sentiment and say “Welcome Home” for a missionary or someone coming home from a long time away.
I’ve created a .pdf tutorial for you to download with instructions and the supplies listed:
Introducing my December “Three for Free” kit: Featuring the Curvy Celebrations Early Release Bundle! When you order the Quite Curvy Early-Release bundle (from the January-June Catalog) OR the Quite Curvy Variety bundle (which includes the limited-release Curvy Christmas stamp set and Classic Christmas Designer Series Paper), I will send you a .pdf tutorial for THREE fabulous cards AND the supplies to create those cards in the mail!
Whether you are a “simple stamper” or a “sensational stamper”, you’ll find yourself reaching for these new stamping supplies when you want to send a sweet card or greeting! These are two extra ideas for you:
This next card is a mash-up of card elements I borrowed from other cards I had seen:
I hope this Curvy Bundle ends up on your list in December…or put it on your wish list for Santa!
Warm Holiday Wishes~ We are a group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from around the world who are Hoppin’ with Holiday Crafting ideas to share with you!
During GIFTING season, use your stampin’ supplies to package a pretty present:
Adding a card to the outside of a gift bag dresses it up and this one really rings with good cheer.
Did you know Stampin’ Up!’s “Tis the Season” Designer Series Paper (DSP) has patterns that match many of the stamps in our Holiday Catalog that don’t have their own coordinating papers? While the jingle bell paper is perfect for the Cherish The Season bundle, I paired it with the Banner Year bundle and it’s petite holly image.
To make the tab to hang the card from: you’ll need a piece of 2-1/2′ x 5-1/2″ Designer Series Paper and the Classic Label Punch: Push the paper all the way into the punch (with the edge of the punch lining up with the short edge of the paper) and punch all the way across until the other edge of the paper lining up with the other side of the punch. Adhere the *top* of the Designer Series Paper to the bag with Tear & Tape, leaving the punched side unattached so as to slide your card through.
NOTE: The card needs to open from the top hinge to be able to hang from the tab!
Hop along to Rochelle’s post for MORE MERRY crafting, but before you go, tell me what you learned here!
November 2020 New at SU! Roll
Tricia’s Stamping Creations – Christmas Means More
Carterie Plus – Snowman Gift Tower
Moore Fun Stamping – Gift Wrapped
Creative Juice by Loni – Banner Year
Stamping Flair – Wishes & Wonder
Gifted Hands Ink – Snowflake Splendlor
Playing with Papercrafting – Pine Woods
Taking the curves into Christmas, I used the coordinating “Classic Christmas” Designer Series Paper stack to pull the theme all the way through, even though it stays with a monochromatic (Shaded Spruce) palette.
Another holiday card: The decorated edges really dress up the edge of a card…or make a pretty banner!
You won’t be able to get the Curvy Christmas stamp set or Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper once it goes live with the 2021 January-June Mini Catalog; They are only available as part of this special pre-order period (or while supplies last) so don’t delay~ add a curvy touch to your Christmas projects while you can.
With a new month comes a new class in the mail: November’s 3 for Free class showcases some fancy typography in the Peace & Joy Bundle!
When you order the bundle from my Stampin’ Store during November 2020, you’ll receive 3 tutorials via email along with the consumable supplies to make the projects in your mail box!
What else will you need to make the cards this month?
I demonstrated this card as a bonus idea yesterday! It’s a good overview of what is included in the bundle, so take a moment to watch:
You are really going to enjoy creating the projects I’m sure there will be some you want to make in multiples, so grab your Peace & Joy bundle and message me with your favorite project!
Colors inspire me and ever since I got a glimpse of the #tgifc276 color challenge last Friday (and Lauren Alarid’s stinking CUTE holiday card using these unexpected colors), I’ve been thinking about it!
Here’s my take on this challenge featuring the “Don’t Stop Believin” stamp set from the August-December Mini Catalog:
Isn’t that fun? Check out how to use the Lovely Labels Pick-a-Punch here!
If you start making your holiday cards in August, you won’t end up with your tinsel in a tangle in December! Try these tips:
I guarantee that when you break it down into smaller steps, you’ll be relaxed to enjoy the Christmas Season!
Product List
It’s hard to imagine the crisp air of Autumn or the warm cocoa that warms you in winter, but Fall is just around the corner and the first sign of the change in seasons is the arrival of the August-December 2020 Mini Catalog!
Enjoy the new and improved store as you are shopping, and don’t forget to use any Bonus Day Coupons you may have earned in July!
BUNDLE & SAVE 10%
Did you know that Bundles of stamps and punches or dies are available at a 10% discount? Here’s an important tip: Look for coordinating stamps and tools bundled together!
Creative Juice by Loni 