Category: Card Making

Card #2 for Anything Goes Saturday with Enchanting Christmas Collection

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G’Day Friends,

This is the 2nd card created for Anything Goes Saturday with the Enchanting Christmas 6 x 8 Quick Cards Collection.  This Collection is the perfect way of creating personal, handmade touch to your Christmas cards this year – without spending hours on every single card.

Be sure to check out my 1st card by clicking HERE.

What is included in the Kit –

  • 18 double-sided patterned paper
  • 4 sheets of pop-out die cuts
  • Inspo sheet

Here are three quick ways to use the Enchanting Christmas collection –

  1. Layered Elegance –
    Use a bold background sheet, add an Embossed Die Cut with Foam Tape & finish it off with a sentiment strip or one of the sentiment shapes from the collection.
  2. Cozy Collage –
    Combine several smaller elements from the collection – like tags, die-cuts and borders – for a handcrafted look with depth and charm.
  3. Minimalist Magic –
    Let one beautiful image take center stage.  Add a border and a simple sentiment to create clean, modern holiday cards that still feel festive.

Why not make your holiday crafting joyful, easy and beautiful with the Enchanting Christmas collection?  After all, the best gifts come from the heart – and the craft table.

Want to see how these cards came together?  Check out the full project on my YouTube Channel by clicking on the image below!

Until next time – stay inspired and keep creating!

Vicky

Anything Goes Saturday with Enchanting Christmas 6 x 8 Quick Cards Collection

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G’Day Friends,

If you’re looking for a way to add a personal, handmade touch to your Christmas cards this year – without spending hours on every single one – the Enchanting Christmas Quick Cards Collection is your new best friend.

Be sure to pop over to check out what Robbie has created by clicking HERE.

Why I Love It –

This beautifully coordinated collection is designed for speed and style.  Each sheet is brimming with rich colors, elegant winter motifs and just the right amount of sparkle to make your cards feel festive without fuss.

What is included in the Kit –

  • 18 double-sided patterned paper
  • 4 sheets of pop-out die cuts
  • Inspo sheet

Perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters, these papers let you whip up stunning cards in minutes.  All you need is Adhesive, Card Bases & maybe Embellishments.

Pro Tip –

Keep a few of these cards on hand for last-minute gifts. Add one to a wrapped present or gift bag and you’ve instantly added a thoughtful, personal touch.

Make your holiday crafting joyful, easy and beautiful with the Enchanting Christmas collection.  After all, the best gifts come from the heart – and the craft table.

Want to see how these cards came together?  Check out the full project on my YouTube Channel by clicking on the image below!

Until next time – stay inspired and keep creating!

Vicky

Christmas Wishes – Across the Waves Christmas Card

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G’Day Friends,

Today I’m excited to share a joyful and easy-to-make Christmas card created with the Christmas Wishes Card Collection.  This card takes inspiration from the Across the Waves theme this month – Dots or Stripes.  Be sure to check out what Robbie has created.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned card maker, this project comes together quickly with just a few supplies. Let’s dive in!

Card Design –

The arch window works well here giving the Christmas Wishes Paper a fun, modern colour palette that you could easily turn into a shaker card.  It allows the bauble to shine without taking over the whole show.

Supplies You’ll Need –

  • Card Base – White Cardstock – 8 1/4″ x 5 7/8″ / 20.9cm x 14.9cm

  • Christmas Wishes Collection – Uniquely Creative

  • Stitched Arches Die – Uniquely Creative

  • Coordinating Cardstock – Reds, Greens or Golds

  • Sentiment Strip or Christmas Stamp

  • Adhesive – Tape Runner, Liquid Glue

  • Foam Tape for dimension

  • Embellishments – Sequins, Gems, Enamel Dots, etc

Measurements –

Card Base – 8 1/4″ x 5 7/8″ / 20.9cm x 14.9cm

Cardstock/Paper –

  • Layer 1 – 1 x 3 7/8″ x 5 5/8″ / 9.8cm x 14.2cm
  • Layer 2 – 1 x 3 3/4″ x 5 1/2″ / 9.5cm x 13.9cm
  • Layer 3 – 1 x 3″ x 3 3/4″ / 7.6cm x 9.5cm

Sentiment Strip –

  • 1 x Sentiment Strip or stamp sentiment onto White Cardstock – 3″ x 1/4″ / 7.6cm x .6cm

Tips & Variations –

  • Swap traditional reds and greens for icy blues and golds for a modern look.

  • Try stitching along the wave edges for extra texture.

  • Make multiples in one go – this layout is easy to batch-produce!

Want to see how this easy card came together?  Check out the full project on my YouTube Channel by clicking on the image below!

Don’t forget to share your creations and tag me -I’d love to see how you interpret this design!

Until next time – stay inspired and keep creating!

Vicky

Paper Bliss – 5-Step Cards with Vicky – Simple, Stunning, Handmade Bliss!

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G’Day Friends,

Are you looking for ways to use your Pattern Paper or easy card making ideas?  Me too!  Well, I am happy to say that each fortnight I will be sharing a go-to-5-step formula for making elegant handmade cards that look store-bought but feel deeply personal.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, I’m sure this process will help you create beautiful cards in just a few simple steps.

My 5 Steps to Cardmaking Magic

1. Choose Your Focal Point
Start with one standout element.  It could be a stamped image, a die-cut or even a hand-painted design.  Everyone loves florals or whimsical critters – anything that sets the tone of your card, so why not start there.

2. Pick a Background Technique
Create texture or colour with a simple background.  Ink blending, stenciling or patterned paper – I like to keep it subtle to let the focal point shine.  I LOVE Pattern Paper!

3. Add Layers
Use foam tape, cardstock mats, or layering dies to add dimension.  My tip – a little layering goes a long way to make your card pop!  I LOVE layers!

4. Sentiment Placement
Stamp or emboss your message – thank you, happy birthday, congratulations – and place it where it balances the design.  I LOVE Sentiment Sheets to speed things up!

5. Embellish with Intention
Finish with tiny touches – sequins, enamel dots or a splash of shimmer.  This step pulls it all together.  “Less is more – but sparkle is always welcome.”

Pro Tip –

Keep a mini “card kit” with pre-cut elements, stamped images or die-cut images and sentiment strips.  When inspiration strikes, you’re already halfway there!

Your Turn!

Try my 5-step approach and share your creations using #PaperBlissWithVicky on Instagram. I’d love to feature your work!

Download the Tutorial to help you on your way!

Until next time – keep creating, keep smiling and stay blissfully crafty!

Fun with Stencils – Paper Funday Challenge

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G’Day Friends,

Once again we have another challenge over at The Paper Funday Challenge Blog.  This month’s sponsors are Lawn Fawn & Newton’s Nook.  I went with the Twist – Fun with Stencils!

Whether you’re into clean geometric shapes or whimsical hand-cut designs, stencils are a fantastic way to add personality and precision to your paper projects.

For my take on the challenge, I grabbed some Basic White Cardstock, a fun brand new Stencil, Ink Pad & Blending Brush.  Once my stencilling was all done, I grabbed a Die that I think worked perfectly with the stencil, cut 2 different sizes in 2 colours & layered them over the top, trimming off any excess overlapping the sides.

The card was finished off by randomly adding splatters with a Black Posca Pen, layered onto Charcoal Black Cardstock & then to a Basic White Smooth Base Card.

Stencils are a low-pressure, high-reward way to experiment – perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.  So dig out those stencils, get messy, and show us what you create!

Supplies –

  • Stacked Sentiments #1 – Paper Rose Studio
  • Stacked Sentiments #2 – Paper Rose Studio
  • Stacked Sentiments #2 – Paper Rose Studio
  • Basic White Cardstock – Paper Rose Studio
  • Charcoal Black Cardstock – Paper Rose Studio
  • Nocturne Ink – VersaFine Clair
  • Lost Lagoon Ink – Stampin’ Up!
  • Hud Stencil – Paper Rose Studio
  • Track Circle Frame Die – Paper Rose Studio

Be sure to pop over to The Paper Funday Challenge Blog to check out what the rest of the Design Team have created along with the entries.  Better still, why not play along with us this month by adding your link over on the blog.

Until next time – stay inspired and keep creating!

Vicky