Not sure about you but when I think traditional Winter colors I think blues and silvers. So when I completed this Teach it Tuesday color combination challenge I was excited to go in the non-traditional direction. The colors in this challenge were Lost Lagoon, Pretty in Pink and Gray Granite. My card is a winter themed card using the Snowy Delights Bundle and a fun technique to create rustic edges on my layers.
Card Measurements:
Card base: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
Layer #1: 5 1/4" x 4"
Layer #2: 5" x 3 3/4"
Layer #3: 4 3/4" x 3 1/2"
Layer #4: 4" x 2 1/2" (for sentiment)
Interior: Pattern Paper 4" x 5 1/4" & White 3 3/4" x 5"
For a tip on creating the rustic look with the layers on this card and other tips check out my video.
Check out Tammy's fun Christmas card using the non-traditional color combination of Lost Lagoon, Pretty in Pink and Gray Granite on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist , just scroll to the bottom!
Tammy and I wanted to share with you some fabulous cards that we categorize as "fun folds" because they are not your standard opening card. They give the receiver a fun surprise when they open your handmade card. So join me as I share with you the Puzzle Slider card, inspired from a fellow demonstrator Patti Dolan.
I will be using the beautiful Splendid Autumn Designer Series Paper to make this puzzle card. As you can see I am sharing three cards with you. The Fresh Freesia is the card I made on the video. The other two were my trial runs. This card is much easier than it looks or you might think.
Card Measurements:
Card base: 4 1/4" x 9 1/2" - Score long side at 1" & 2" on BOTH sides
Mats: (2) 2 1/8" x 2 1/4" & (2) 2 1/8" x 3 1/4" same color as card base
Pattern Paper*: 4" x 5 1/4" cut as follows (in listed order):
(2) 2" x 5 1/4" strips Top strip: cut at 3 1/8" Bottom strip: cut at 2 1/8"
Interior: White 4" x 5 1/4" & (2) 1/2" x 6" pattern paper
* To center the picture on the pattern paper cut 3/8" off each side.
For more tips in putting this card together as well as to see how I cut, scored, laid everything out check out my video.
Check out Tammy's beautiful fun fold card on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist , just scroll to the bottom!
If you are like me and have fun pattern paper hoarded away. If you are looking to make quick and easy cards, cards that can be mass produced for craft fairs or to be given as gifts. I have the perfect technique for you to try out, the Stack, Cut & Shuffle!
With this technique you can create three or four quick cards, depending on how many sheets of pattern paper and how many pieces you cut that paper into. I made three cards with three pieces of pattern paper and cutting them into three triangles, using the measurements shared by my friend Patty Bennett in her blog post from 8/26/23. However you can make four, just watch my friend Tammy's video linked below.
Tis' the season to start thinking Christmas cards! This fun sketch from Mojo Monday works great for Christmas (and any other holiday)! I had fun creating with the Traditions of Christmas Suite. Mojo Sketches are great for beginner card makers because they include the measurements for all the pieces. This week we are using Mojo Monday Sketch 529.
Card measurements:
Card base: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
Layer #1: 4" x 5 1/4"
Layer #2: 2" x 4 1/2"
Layer #3: 1 3/4" x 3 1/2"
Layer #4: 1/4" x 4"
Layer #5: 2" x 2" (sentiment)
Layer #6: 2" x 3" (die cut holly leaves) & 1/2" x 3" gold for leaves veins
For tips and tricks you can check out my video.
Check out Tammy's beautiful card made using this sketch on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist and scroll to the bottom!
Yesterday Tammy and I decided to feature a new Mojo Monday Sketch during our Teach it Tuesday Lives. When looking at the sketch I thought it would be fun to feature some of my favorite Stampin' Up! pattern paper. So I started playing with the Peaceful Garden DSP & the Peaceful Garden Glimmer paper, then I moved to the Modern Christmas Specialty paper.
There are two cards I shared in my video; one made before with the Peaceful Gardens paper and the second card was created on the video using the Modern Christmas Specialty paper. The measurements are the same for each card with the exception of the circle I switched it up with dies from Nested Essentials. All measurements are listed below.
Card Base: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored at 4 1/4" along the long side.
Layer #1: 4" x 5 1/4"
Layer #2: 4" x 3 3/4"
Layer #3: 1 3/4" x 4 3/4"
Layer #4: 1 1/2" x 1" (Banner cut)
Layer #5: 2 1/4" circle (or whatever shape you choose)
Card Tutorial
Check out Tammy's ADORABLE card made using this sketch on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist and scroll to the bottom!
For everything there is a season and right now I am moving into a season of crafting on the road and in small spaces. My husband will be retiring soon and we just purchased a 5th wheel so that we can travel the US! One way I am going to keep up with my card making while we travel is through kits! They are self contained all inclusive. I could pack two or three kits and be set. If I wanted to take a few extras I could pack some inks and card stock that coordinates so I am able to design alternative cards using the kits. I have a lot to choose from (see picture below) and I have also just purchased the two new September 2025 kits; Handmade & Heartfelt and Road To Christmas (currently unavailable but WILL be returning). Here are the kits I currently have to choose from! Which ones will I be taking!?
This week Tammy and I wanted to share with you during our Teach it Tuesday the Handmade & Heartfelt card kit. There are a couple of reasons we chose this kit. First, Stampin' Up! will be featuring this kit during their World Card Making Day online event, Saturday October 4th. You can sign up for this event between now and Friday, October 3rd. Second, we are excited that this kit has more than just cards, it has a great organizer that can be used for cards or something else (check out Tammy's YouTube video).
Card #1
Used the provided supplies in the kit to make the card as designed by Stampin' Up!
Layer #1: Layer of Crumb Cake with circle from kit (used with banner card)
Layer #2: Floral spray from kit
Card Organizer
For inspiration when creating with this kit you can watch this video! Enjoy!
Check out Tammy's awesome card and card alternative from this kit as well as a great suggestion on how to us the organizer for something other than cards here on her YouTube channel.
Color combinations are always so fun! Tammy and I wanted to challenge ourselves using the following colors: Berry Burst, Pecan Pie, Pretty Peacock, & Secret Sea! Man was it a challenge but I just love the results! I hope you do too!
This card definitely is fancier and more detailed than I usually make and I have to admit I loved it.
Here are the details for the card:
Card base: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" score at 4 1/4"
Layer #1: 4" x 5 1/4"
Layer #2: 1 7/8" x 5 1/8" (2 pieces of pattern paper)
Layer #3: 4" x 1 3/4"
Layer #4: 1 1/2" x 3 3/4" (after applies dies you will cut this into 4 pieces)
Layer #5: 2" x 2" square for sentiment
Embossing feature: 4 1/4" x 3 1/2" with adhesive sheet on the back
Interior: 4" x 5 1/4"
Embellishments: 13" ribbon & gems
I share with you in the video how I made the embossed layer of Secret Sea leaves as well as tips for cutting it into 4 pieces. (Please excuse the math problem! LOL)
Video
Check out Tammy's beautiful Fall card using these four colors on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist, just scroll to the bottom!
