Nutz about Stamping

How to make a beautiful watercolor background on your cards

Mother's Day will be here before you know it and I have a great idea for you to try. I am going to show you how to create a beautiful watercolor background for a Mother's Day card. This idea will also work well for birthdays, friendship and anniversary cards. 

 

Here's what you need to make this beautiful watercolor background. If you want to order any of these products from me, click on the photo of the product to head over to my online store. 

 

1. Fluid 100 Watercolor paper:

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper is a thick paper designed especially for watercoloring. Cold-pressed, archival cotton paper. Natural white color with subtle texture. 10 sheets in a pack.

 

2. Water Painters:

 

 

You get 3 Water Painters in one pack: 1 fine tip, 1 medium tip, 1 large flat brush tip. 

 

3. Forever Flourishing dies: 

 

 

4. Pierced Blooms dies: 

 

 

5. Timeless Tulips stamp set - love the phrases in this set, don't you?

 

Here's my card:

Here's what you need to make my card. And don't miss my video tutorial below! 

Stamp Set: Timeless Tulips

Ink: Rococo Rose, Blushing Bride

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Mint Macaron: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; two pieces 3" x 1 1/4"
        Just Jade: two pieces 3" x 1 1/4"
        Fluid 100 Watercolor paper: 4" x 5 1/4"
        Blushing Bride: 2 1/4" x 1 3/4"; 1 1/2" x 1"
        Rococo Rose: 1 1/2" x 1"

Misc: Forever Flourishing dies (152714); Pierced Blooms dies (154312); Water Painters (151298); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (149653), Fluid 100 Watercolor paper (149612); Pearls Basic Jewels (144219)

Here's my video - thanks for watching. 

How to create a stunning art deco look with left over paper strips

Hi fellow crafters! Are you eager for yet another idea to use up all those left over paper bits you have lying around?

 

I am going to show you another paper strip technique that will help you use up lots of card stock to create an art deco style card.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

To create my paper strip elements I used my Art Gallery bundle:

A quality Paper Trimmer is also an essential tool for this project:

Using Adhesive Sheets helps to create each element in an easy step and ensures that each strip will hold fast:

To order these essential items for today's card, click on any of the photos above OR click here to hop over to my online stores:

USA: https://bit.ly/2DG39Cv

Europe: http://bit.ly/2jleaKo

Here's my Art Deco paper strip card. It is easiest to explain this technique through a step-by-step video so I created one and posted it below. Listen for my bonus tips along the way! 

 

Supplies: 

Stamp set: Art Gallery bundle #156227

 

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Whisper White: 3" x 2 1/2" ; 2 1/2" square

        Gorgeous Grape: (3) 4" x 1/4" ; 4 3/8" x 3 1/8"

        Highland Heather: (3) 4" x 1/4"

        Purple Posy: (3) 4" x 1/4"; 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; scrap for phrase

        Basic Black: 4 1/4" x 3"

        Mint Macaron: (3) 4" x 1/4"

        Just Jade: (3) 4" x 1/4"

        Pretty Peacock: (3) 4" x 1/4"

        Adhesive Sheet: 3" x 2 1/2"; 2 1/2" square

 

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Adhesive Sheets #152334; Stampin' Dimensionals; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Playing with Patterns Resin Dots #152467; Silicone Craft Sheet #127853; Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine #149653

 

Here's my video - thanks for watching! 

How to create beautiful patterns using your left over paper strips

Hi fellow crafters! Are you ready for another idea for using up your left over paper strips! Then this is video is for you.

I am going to show you how to create a beautiful paper pattern element for your cards that uses strips of card stock in a really fun way.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

I know we both have been having fun creating projects that use up our left over paper scraps and strips. Your request has pushed me to find several different ways to share with you. This project is quite simple but it does require the following two essentials which will make this project a breeze:

 

Adhesive Sheets:

 

 

Paper Trimmer:

 

 

The rest of the choices are up to you:

 

• color combination of your paper scraps
• phrase for the occasion you need
• punch or die-cut

I decided that I would create a thank you card, using a phrase from the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set. I don't have the punch because I won the stamp set at a Stampin' Up! event last year. (not sure you need the punch....)

 

 

Stamp Set: Sweet Ice Cream #154456

 

Ink: Pacific Point

 

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

        Bermuda Bay: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"         4 1/2" x 1/4" 
        Whisper White: 3" square; 3" x 2"

        Gorgeous Grape: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Melon Mambo: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Pacific Point: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Basic Black: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Pumpkin Pie: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Bumblebee: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Adhesive Sheets #152334; Tailored Tag punch #145667; Multipurpose Liquid Glue #154974, Silicone Craft Sheet; Stampin' Dimensionals 

 

Here's this week's paper strip card idea - I hope you will give it a try. I have included a list of supplies under the card along with a video showing you how to create the paper strip element:

 

 

Thanks for watching my video - and don't forget to leave me a comment to leave your opinion! 

Want another fun idea for using up your leftover paper strips?

Hi fellow crafters! I am hearing that you want a second idea for those left over paper strips! This this video is for you.

I am going to show you another fun technique that will help you use up lots of strips of paper in a really fun way.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

Here are a few decisions to make in order to create today's card:

 

Choose five coordinating colors from your left-over paper. I chose: Bumblebee, Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay, Pacific Point and Gorgeous Grape. You don't have to use 5 colors; you can use less. 

 

Choose an image to diecut - I used two different die packs - Pierced Blooms:

 

 

And I chose Floral Gallery, which is part of the Art Gallery bundle:

 

 

You can purchase the dies separately but I am not sure why you would want to!

 

There is one other essential to make this project super easy (and less sticky) - Adhesive sheets!

 

 

Once you have this small number of items ready to do, then you can create cards like this one!

 

 

Here's another view:

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: none

 

Ink: none

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Whisper White: 3 3/4" square

        Paper strips (5 colors): each 4" x 1/4"

        Basic Black: 3 1/2" x 5 1/4"

        Card base: 11" x 4 1/4" (10.5 x 21 cm)??

        Adhesive Sheet: 3 3/4" square

 

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Pierced Blooms dies #154312; Adhesive Sheets #152334; Floral Gallery dies #154216, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Silicone Craft Sheet; Stampin' Dimensionals; Playing with Patterns Resin Dots #152467

 

Want to see step-by-step instructions for making this card? Watch my video below:

 

Learn how to use leftover paper strips to make a playful colorful card

Are you a paper hoarder like me? Do you keep every leftover strip of paper because you are sure you are going to use it someday? Well then today's project and video is for you!  I am going to show you a fun technique that will help you use up lots of strips of paper to make a playful, colorful card. Once you give this technique a try you will come up with all sorts of different ways to use up scraps! Are you ready to learn how?

 

Here's how to get started. Look through your paper strips/scraps and find up to five colors that work well together. For my card, I chose:

• Pretty Peacock
• Rococco Rose
• Seaside Spray
• Just Jade 

Make sure your strips are different widths and long enough to cover the Whisper White layer that they will be adhered to. If you don't have different widths, use your Paper Trimmer to create strips using your paper scraps. 

 

Then, think about the occasion you want to make this card for and think about a phrase for the front. For my card, I chose to use my Playful Alphabet dies. If you want to order them at my online store, click on the photo below: 

 

And that's it. This card is so simple and fun to create. Watch my video below for step-by-step instructions and some BONUS tips along the way. (Don't miss a second card idea shared as well!)

 

Stamp set: none

 

Ink: none

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

       Whisper White: 4 1/2" x 3";  2 1/2 x 2"; 11" x 4 1/4" 

       Just Jade: 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"; scrap strips
       Pretty Peacock: 1" square; scrap strips

       Seaside Spray: 1" square; scrap strips
       Rococco Rose: 1" square; scrap strips

 

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Playful Alphabet dies #152706; Tasteful Labels dies #152886; Multipurpose liquid glue #154974; Just Jade 2020-22 In Color Ribbon #153261; Tear & Tape adhesive; Woven Threads Sequins Assortment #149498

 

Here's my video - thanks for watching! 

 

How to create a cute treat holder for many different occasions

I love 3D projects. I always have. Some however are very time intensive and just not my thing. I have so little time to craft each week and when I do I want to make something that is quick, easy and feels so good to make. 

Are you like this too? I know many of us are still stuck indoors after a year of dealing with this horrible pandemic. I thought I would have a lot more time to craft but didn't realize the headspace I needed to be in for crafting. I am so grateful for the time I carve out to stamp as it still feel marvelous. 

Today I want to show you how to make a really cute treat holder. It is perfect to pop onto someone's desk: at work perhaps if you are lucky enough to be out of lockdown? Or you can pop one onto a place setting around your Easter table. Perhaps in a lunchbox? Or sneak one onto a pillow some night? 

This idea is perfect for so many occasions - you just have to give it a try! My idea is an Easter idea - using the Wildly Happy stamp set:

I won this stamp set at a Stampin' Up! event a couple of years ago:

The images are perfect for baby events but can be used for other occasions too. Aaaaaw, how cute are these parent and kid animals? 

The bunny image is my choice for today's treat holder: 

 

And here's a side view:

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Wildy Happy (140408)

 

Paper:
        Fine Art Floral: 7 1/4" x 2"
        Pool Party: 2 1/4" square
        Whisper White: 2 3/4" x 2 1/4"

 

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black #132708

Misc: Gray Granite Shimmer Ribbon #152453; Mini Glue Dots #103683; Scalloped Tag Topper punch #133324; Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends #154904; Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends #154884; Paper Snips; Stitched Shapes dies #152323; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Fine Art Floral #154558; Simply Scored Tool #122334

Here's my video - watch all the way through for bonus tips and a second example! 

Want to create amazing background layers using only ink and paper?

In this blog post and video I am going to show you how. This technique is super easy, fun and really eye-catching.  Once you learn this background idea you can create cards for a variety of occasions using the supplies you have on hand.

I decided to use my Art Gallery bundle for my card - I love this bundle and seem to be using it all the time lately - don't I! 

I use it because I love the phrases and dies - and the large flower stamp inks and stamps beautifully! Although it is a two-step image you really can't mess it up. 

 

That's all you need to make my card at home. To learn how to make the gorgeous background, watch my video below. 

If you want to recreate my card, here's what you need: 

Stamp set: Art Gallery bundle (156227)

Ink: Night of Navy, Misty Moonlight, Seaside Spray, Mint Macaron

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Seaside Spray: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Misty Moonlight: 3 3/4" x 5 1/4"; 2 3/4" x 4"
        Whisper White: 2 3/4" x 2 1/2";  2 1/2" square; 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"

Misc: Stampin' Dimensionals, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, die-cutting machine

Here's the video so you can learn this fun technique! (thanks for watching)

Do you want to learn the secret behind the Mirror technique?

I am going to show you two different ways to achieve the mirror technique using your Silicone Craft Sheet and the super fun Hey Chick stamp set. Each way is super easy but one of them helps you be a little more precise.

I have seen this technique many times but never tried it myself until this week. Now that I know how easy it is, I will be looking for many more opportunities to give it a try. 

What is key for the Mirror technique is that you have the Silicone Craft Sheet:

You may have seen me use my Silicone Craft Sheet and Multi-purpose glue to assemble embellishments and prevent making a sticky mess. But did you know this Silicone sheet can help you make magic on your cards too?

 

The first way I show you the Mirror technique is using the Stamparatus:

 

 

I think this is a must-have tool for avid stampers because it helps you perfectly align stamp images, stamp multiples of the same project quickly and precisely, and get complete ink coverage. And in my video below I show you how to use the Stamparatus for the Mirror technique. 

 

As I have already written, I used my Hey Chick bundle for my card as well - this is such a fun set and one of the images is perfect for today's technique:

 

I used some of the dies to create fun elements on my card. Here's my card - I hope you will watch my video below and give the mirror technique a try:

 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. And if you want to order any of these fun products, CLICK HERE or on any of the images above to head over to my online store. 

Stamp Sets: Hey Chick (bundle, 158627

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends:  Poppy Parade, Smoky Slate, Mango Melody

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Smoky Slate: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2; 3 1/4" x 1 1/2"; scrap for sign
        Basic Black: 4" x 5 1/4: 
        Whisper White: 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"
        Fine Art Floral: 3 3/4" x 5

Misc: Stamparatus (148187); Chick dies (158199) Fine Art Floral (154558); Adhesive Sheets (152334); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Stampin' Dimensionals; Bumblebee Gingham Ribbon (153658)

Here's my video: 

Today's the day to try the colorful chalkboard technique

Most of the time I only use basic black cardstock as layers on my card, are you the same? I love how it makes the layer on top stand out but it can be a stand out on its own too. Today's the day to try the colorful Chalkboard technique to use with your basic black card stock. It takes only minutes and results in a bright, colorful card.

Are you ready to learn how?

Confession: I have never tried this technique before because I thought it looked very complicated. Not at all! It is super easy and fun too. 

For my card I decided to use the Painted Poppies bundle because it has line art images in it. 

That is the most important tip for this technique: you need to use line art images (not solid images) or this won't work. I don't have many line art stamp sets because I love to stamp, layer, embellish and be done. But sometimes it's nice to mix it up a bit, right? 

So I chose the larger poppy image and the smaller leaf image, along with my white embossing powder and heat tool. Then I used my Stampin' Blends which made this technique pop! 

Watch my video below for step-by-step instructions! Here's my Painted Poppies Chalkboard technique:

Stamp set: Painted Poppies bundle (153827)

Ink: Versamark, Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Granny Apple Green Combo Pack (154885); Poppy Parade Combo Pack (154958)

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic Black: 5" x 3 3/4"
        Whisper white: 5 1/8" x 3 6/8" PLUS scrap for phrase,
        Poppy Parade: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Granny Apple Green card stock: 2" square

Misc: Heat Tool (129053); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Basic Pearls Jewels; White embossing powder (109132)

Here's my video, thanks for watching! 

 

How to create stunning background layers for your cards

Are you looking for a way to create unique backgrounds for your cards? Would you like to try something other than patterned or plain paper layers? In this video I am going to show you how to take a plain piece of card stock and transform it into a stunning background layer for your cards. This technique is super easy, fun and packs a real wow factor.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

To create this stunning background, choose an embossing folder. For my card, I chose the Hammered Metal embossing folder:

 

For this technique you are also going to need your Sponge Brayers - these are the prefect tool to apply color to your folders, as I will show you in the video below:

 

Next pick your colors for your card and some images to add to the front. I am so excited that Stampin' Up! brought back the Hey Chick stamp set (only for a short time) so of course I chose this bundle for my card. You can create fun, whimsical chicken families with the variety of images in the Hey Chick set. 

 

 

Here's my card: 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home:

 

Stamp set: Hey Chick (bundle: 158190)

Ink: Soft Suede, Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Smoky Slate, Real Red, Bumble Bee

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Smoky Slate: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Whisper White: 3 3/4" x 5"; 1" x 5"; scraps for eggs and hen; scrap for phrase
        Bumble Bee: 5 1/4" x 4"

Misc: Hammered Metal embossing folder #150646; Sponge Brayers #141714, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine #149653; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Here's my video - watch all the way through for bonus tips and to see two other cards using different embossing folders with this fun technique. 

How to let the beauty of nature help you design your cards

For today's card and video I am going to introduce the Northern Lights technique using the fabulous Snow Front stamp set:

This technique was inspired by a photo that came up on Facebook this week - you know when they share photos from the past several years? Four years ago I took a trip with some friends to Iceland, with the purpose to see the Northern Lights. The first night out we didn't see them but the second night we scored big time! Here's one of the photos from this trip - pretty fabulous, right? 

Growing up in Canada I have been fortunate enough to see the northern lights many times as a child - and each time the shape, movement and colors have been different. Such a fascinating sight - if you have not had the pleasure yet, I highly recommend you add this to your bucket/wish list. There is even a Facebook page that shows live videos of the Northern Lights - this Aurora Borealis Observatory site will give you lots of color choice inspiration for your cards, and just plain wow you. 

I used the above photo to give me inspiration for my card:

Snow Front Northern Lights 

Stamp set: Snow Front (150483)

Ink: Crushed Curry, Basic Gray, Granny Apple Green, Memento Tuxedo Black, Cherry Cobbler

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Crushed Curry: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Basic Black: 5" x 3 3/4"
        Whisper White: 4 3/4" x 3 1/2

Misc: Stamping Sponges (141337); Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Chalk Marker (132113)

Here's a second and slightly different version of my card. I used the same colors but added the Crushed Curry with a Blending Brush instead. And then I added a phrase from my Art Gallery stamp set. Key to this technique is applying the ink. I recommend using Stamping Sponges.

Again, I kept this second version very simple so that the technique would stand out in the background.

Ready to learn this fun technique? I will show you step by step in my video below; 

 

 

Want to add a wow factor to your cards?

Do you want to add a wow factor to your cards? Well in today's project (and step by step video), I am going to show you the Basket Weave technique. It's easy and guaranteed to wow your friends and family. 

To create an element and phrase for my card I chose the new Art Gallery bundle:

Inspired by impasto paintings, the floral images in the Art Gallery set can be used to create a variety of different cards. What are impasto paintings you ask? Well I had to ask The Google about this term:

"Impasto is a technique used in painting, where paint is laid on an area of the surface in very thick layers, usually thick enough that the brush or painting-knife strokes are visible. Paint can also be mixed right on the canvas. When dry, impasto provides texture; the paint appears to be coming out of the canvas." (Wikipedia) 

Pretty cool right? 

Here's my Art Gallery Basket Weave card:

Here's a photo with a different angle:

Here's what you need to make my card at home: 

Stamp set: Art Gallery (bundle, 156227)

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Seaside Spray: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 4 strips: 1/4" x 5" 
        Misty Moonlight: 5 1/4" x 4"; 4 strips 1/4" x 4"
        Whisper White: 3 3/4" x 5"; 4" x 3 1/4 (for flower and phrase)

Misc: Multi-purpose liquid glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Elegant Faceted Gems (152464); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)

Here's my video, showing you 10 easy steps to create my beautiful Basket Weave card. Watch for my bonus tips along the way. 

 

Do you know how to use blending brushes?

Today I am going to show you how to create a Darling Donkeys card from start to finish using an amazing new tool from Stampin' Up! - Blending Brushes!

Stampin' Up! introduced Blending Brushes on page 70 of the new Mini Catalog. I decided to use my Blending Brushes to create a background of color for today's card. Watch the video below to see how to do this. 

Tip: to clean Blending Brushes, you can use our Shammy, a slightly damp micro fiber (soft) cloth, or run the brush under water. Just know if that when you use water you need to set your brush aside for a while to dry. 

After I decided on the colors to use for blending my background layer I then chose elements for my card front, using the oh-so-cute Darling Donkeys set. If you want to earn this set for free, check out my Darling Donkeys kit offer here. 

I stamped and colored my donkeys using Stampin' Blends and then fussy-cut them out to add to my card.

I also used my new pack of Dandy Wishes dies to create some grass for my card as well. I explain more about this on my video.

 

All these elements add a touch of fun to my card, including the phrase from the Darling Donkeys set. Here's my card:

Here's how to make this cute card:

Stamp set: Darling Donkeys (155264 - FREE with a $5o order)

Ink: So Saffron, Basic Grey, Crumb Cake, Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        So Saffron: 8 1/2" 5 1/2"
        Basic Grey: 5 1/4" x 4"
        Whisper White: 5 1/8" x 3 6/8"
        Old Olive: scraps

Misc: Blending Brushes (153611), Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Multi-Purpose Liquid Glue, Dandy Garden dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss machine

Here's my video showing you how to use Blending Brushes - watch for my bonus tips along the way. 

 

Do you know the beautiful drapery card technique?

Today's Sweet Ice Cream thank you card features the Drapery technique, using the new Paper Blooms designer series paper. This paper folding technique is sometimes called the Curtain technique - it's fun and easy, so give it a try!

To make my card I used a phrase from the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set. This set comes bundled with the punch or you can purchase it separately.

For the Drapery technique, I chose a sheet of the new Paper Blooms paper - this pack is FREE with a $50 (€60) purchase at my online store - but only until 28 February, when Sale-a-bration ends. Click here to learn more and to download the Sale-a-Bration catalog for free. 

Aren't the patterns yummy? And what about those colors = soft and playful!

• Night of Navy
• Petal Pink
• Old Olive
• Rococo Rose
• Seaside Spray
• Soft Sea Foam

For my card base I chose Petal Pink and matched it with Night of Navy. Love this color combo! 

Here's my card - and don't miss my video below. Watch for my tips along the way, especially about the embellishment for this card. 

Tip: after the video recording ended I decided to add 3 additional embellishments. Can you spot them on my card? 

Stamp set: Sweet Ice Cream (154456)

Ink: Night of Navy

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Petal Pink: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Paper Blooms: 4" x 11 1/2"

Misc: Paper Blooms designer series paper (155222); Simply Scored; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Playing with Patterns Ribbon Combo Pack (152468)

Here's my video - thanks for watching! 

Do you know how to make a z-fold card?

Happy, crafty new year to you! In today's video I am going to show you a really cute birthday card idea. It has an unusual fold in it and once you know how to make this card, you can try other ideas using the supplies you have on hand. 

I am also going to introduce a new stamp set from the upcoming Jan-Jun Mini Catalog, called Sweet Ice Cream! 

I won this set at Stampin' Up!s On Stage Online event last November and it is such a fun set! Although I will admit that I was less than thrilled when I won it - I didn't understand at the time that the images would be fun to create with. I know now, however, that the phrases are fab and I will use them a lot in the coming months.

In the catalog you can purchase the stamp set separately or bundle it with the Ice Cream Cone Builder punch - which I don't own....yet. 

Here's my z-fold card:

Stamp set: Sweet Ice Cream (154426 OR bundle with punch #156244)

Ink: Coastal Cabana, Soft Suede, Crushed Curry, Night of Navy, Purple Posy

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Coastal Cabana: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"; 9" x 3"
        Whisper White: (3) 2 3/4" squares; 3 3/4" x 1"; 6" x 1 1/2" (for ice cream cone tops)
        Playing with Patterns: 5 1/4" x 4"

Misc: Playing with Patterns Designer Series Paper  (152490); Stampin' Dimensionals; Simply Scored; Multi-purpose Liquid Glue; Playing with Patterns ribbon combo pack (152468), Mini Glue Dots; embellishments (optional)

Here's the card open - you can see the extra embellishments I added after my video ended:

Here's my video - watch all the way through for my BONUS tips!

See how to create a cute wreath Christmas card

In today's video tutorial I am going to make one last Christmas card idea, a very playful wreath card using the Home Together dies and Layering Circles dies. 

These products have been so much fun to craft with this season, so I am very sad to see that they are retiring. You can still order them until 3 January, but only while supplies last. Click on any of the product images to link over to my online store:

Trimming the Town designer series paper

Home Together dies (part of the Coming Home bundle)

Snowflake Sequins (on sale!!)

For the phrase on my card I used the Poinsettia Petals stamp set - not retiring = YAY! Right now you can purchase the set with the dies as a bundle but in next year's catalog they will be sold separately and you will lose the bundle discount:

 

 

I see today's card as a one of a kind design - created for someone special this year. If you want to see how I created it, along with bonus tips along the way, check out my video below. 

Trimming the Town wreath card

Stamp set: Poinsettia Petals (153475)

Ink: Real Red

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Real Red: 10 1/2" x 5 1/4"; scrap for house
        Whisper White: 5" square
        Old Olive: scraps to create 5 trees

Other: Trimming the Town designer series paper (retiring, 153491); Multi-purpose glue; All the Trimming Ribbon Combo Pack (retiring, 153541); Snowflake Sequins (retiring, 150443); Layering Circles dies (151770), die-cutting machine

Here's how I designed the inside of my card:

Here's my video - enjoy!