Timeless Tidings

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

December 25, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Merry Christmas and a Happy New year!

These were the cards I mailed out this year –

I had several packages of the Festive Farmhouse Designer Series Paper for my classes this year. This was one of the patterns I did not use. Perfect to mass produce personal cards!

I paired it with the Timeless Tidings stamp set. I knew some of the cards would arrive past Christmas.

I created the wreath from a store purchased Christmas tree branch wire material. I wrapped it around to make a circle and glued it down. I also added a store bought bow for a time savor.

I used the Stamparatus to stamp the sentiment on the outside and as well as the inside. It made mass production go very smoothly and so quick!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Stampin’ Up Supplies –

Stamp Set – Timeless Tidings
Card Stock – Real Red, Call Me Clover, Whisper White
Ink – Real Red
DSP – Festive Farmhouse
Other – Stamparatus

12 Days of Gift Card Holders – Day 5

December 16, 2018 · 2 Comments

It’s Sunday. I’m moving slowly today! But, got a double share of sorts today!

This is a classic style gift card holder that I’m sharing today.

And, the inside –

You’ve probably made a slew of these over time, but might have forgotten about them.

The gift card ‘pops’ up!

As I created this and covered almost the whole thing in Designer Series Paper, I thought, why not just make it out of Designer Series Paper to save a step? Duh.

I did use a different sentiment. And, reversed the paper. Until opened –

Lovely, right?

Directions –

card stock base is 4 1/4 x 10
score at 2, 5, 6, 7
fold 2, 5 score lines valley style
fold 6 mountain style
fold 7 valley style
adhere edges of 5/6 together on edges with Tear & Tape
use Classic Label punch to create an opening slit to hold a gift card, 2 punched next to one another, test fit size of gift card
decorate outside
use hook & loop dot as a closure
Designer Series Paper was 4″ wide, same score lines, but this way, you get three from one sheet!!

I really like these two versions! Both are quick and easy. A great basic idea to have in your stash of ‘how to’ ideas!!

Stampin’ Up Supplies –

Stamp Set – Another Wonderful Year (Merry & Bright), Timeless Tidings (…Christmas…)
Framelits – Foliage Frame (red/white holder)
Card Stock – Garden Green, Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White
Ink – Cherry Cobbler
DSP – Dashing Along
Punches – Classic Label (both cards), 2″ Circle, 1 3/4″ Circle, Starburst, Everyday Label (red/white holder),

Favorite Embossing Folder – Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Blog Hop

November 3, 2018 · 2 Comments

Happy, beautiful November! Got my usual Create with Connie and Mary Saturday blog hop!

Our theme this week features our Favorite Embossing Folder.

Ohhhhh, but there are soo many great ones to choose from!

I went with one from the Holiday mini (I sure hope it carries over past the holiday season) –

This is the beautiful Swirls & Curls Embossing Folder!

To get all the lovely detail, I recommend spritzing the card stock with an alcohol and water mixture to soften the paper a bit. The alcohol will help it dry quickly after its embossed as well.

I added a favorite of mine, a poinsettia from the Detailed Poinsettia Thinlits in Basic Black. I placed it on top of the softly colored Petal Pink. So gorgeous together.

The sentiment is from the Timeless Tidings. I love the length of the stamp in relation to the flower.

These are placed on a strip of Champagne Foil Sheet.

This card is lovely and not so traditional in color!

Go forward to check out Debbie Henderson, and back to Mary Brown. I know they’ll have some beautiful embossed cards to inspire you!

Stampin’ Up Supplies –

Stamp Set – Timeless Tidings
Framelits – Detailed Poinsettia
Card Stock – Petal Pink, Very Vanilla, Champagne Foil
Ink – Black Memento
Other – Swirls & Curls EF