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The combination of vintage patterns and gold embellishments makes this card from Sandi really elegant. Using papers and accents from Graphic 45 she put together this shaker card that is a gift in itself.
Layering stamps are a quick and easy way to get lots of depth and a realistic look using ink pads, no coloring in required and the look is stunning.
Yana used a set of deer layering stamps from Hero Arts … Read More ...
This time of year can get so hectic but we still want to make and send cards so quick and simple is the way to go! I made this Christmas wreath card with some stamping and embellishments in very little … Read More ...
The polaroid die on this Fall card is a perfect way to bring attention to the focal point, the adorable owl couple. This would be a wonderful card for a couple whose anniversary is in Autumn.
This holiday card is shaped like a gift bag and holds a gift card inside, how cute and clever is that? Jo Ann used a shaped card die cut set from Honey Bee along with a Poinsettia stencil colored in … Read More ...
These lovely deer die cuts would be perfect on so many paper crafting project for Christmas and Winter! You could use them on cards, gift tags, scrapbook pages or home decor items.
They are FREE to download, visit Free Pretty … Read More ...
Foiling is super on trend right now for cards and it’s a perfect way to add some shimmer and shine to your Holiday cards this year. Deco Clear Foil Toner sheets from Therm-o-Web can be used with foil sheets but … Read More ...
Snow is the perfect accent to many winter and Holiday cards but how do you “color” something that looks just white? Well, snow’s not totally white, it’s got subtle shades of blues and greys, right? Emily has some great tips … Read More ...
The pretty blue ombre’ background is perfect for this festive Hanukkah card. Using inks, foil, dies and stencils Irit will show you how she made this lovely mixed media card.
Visit the Cas-ual Fridays blog for her step by step … Read More ...
Love fashion, love Christmas? Then these pretty coloring pages are for you. Fun winter patterns are featured on these pretty outfits, perfect to get you in the mood to dress up for the holidays. These pages are FREE to download, … Read More ...
I love the fun stamped Christmas accents around this shaker card frame, especially the Santa hat sitting on top! Nesting Dies make the perfect shapes for shakers, just add a few embellishments like sequins inside and you’ve got a fun … Read More ...
Patterned papers are a quick and easy way to add color, pattern and texture to your holiday cards. Carissa used simple layouts for her cards but the pattern paper adds a great boost to really amp them up.
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All your holiday cards don’t have to be exactly the same but you can make it easier by using a similar layout, like Theresa did with her cards. By using a line of three rows across her cards they are … Read More ...
I love mixing up stamp sets and also using stamps for seasons they might not be intended for. Like with this card, I thought it would be cute to dress up a mermaid for winter. Her post on Instagram will … Read More ...