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Posts Tagged ‘Note Cards’
Clean & Simple: Fifth Avenue Floral
Have you looked at the Note Cards & Envelopes in the Stampin’ Up! catalog? (see them online) I am completely addicted to these (more ideas on my blog). They’re clean, ready-to-stamp and I don’t even have to find envelopes to match them — they’re in the package!
This card features the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set (see it online):
Do you love the Elegant Thank You? It’s one of the A La Carte stamps that come singly instead of in a set (see a few online).
Happy Stamping!
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Subscribe to the comments for this post1 Set of Supplies: 4 Card Ideas
The Outlined Occasions stamp set is a terrific addition (especially for free!) to a stamping stash. The set includes some great words, perfect to complement a ‘fun’ color scheme or designer series paper.
Don’t forget that you only have 3 days left to order during Sale-A-Bration!
This card is based on the Note Cards & Envelopes (see them online) which come 20 to a pack, for only $5.95 (pretty nice, plus they’re convenient to have on hand). I made a couple of layers and scalloped the bottoms to add some interest. The words are stamped and colored with the matching Stampin’ Write Markers.
Here are the supplies you’ll need:
- 123002 In Color Markers 2011-2013 $14.95
- 122940 In Color Printed Brads $7.95
- 124329 In Color Assorted Card Stock 2011-2013 $6.95
- 119882 Scallop Edge Border Punch $15.95
- 107311 Note Cards & Envelopes (20) $5.95
And guess what? The total of bundle before shipping and tax = $51.75, which means you get to pick out a stamp set for free (like the Outlined Occasions set!) with your order, as long as you order before the end of the day on March 31st.
And even more convenient, when you order this from me, I’ll send you a pdf tutorial with directions and cutting sizes to make 4 different cards with this same set of supplies!
Here are some samples from my blog:
- Fresh Vintage stamp set
- Triple Treat Flower stamp
- Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper
- Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brads Bundle
- Elementary Elegance stamp set
- Sprinkled Expressions stamp set
- Outlined Occasions stamp set
Just remember to place your order before March 31st — after March 31st, the Sale-A-Bration special is over!
Happy Stamping!
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Cutest Stamp Set Ever: Button Buddies
Want my pick for the cutest stamp set with the most possibilities for quick & easy cards? Hands down, it’s Button Buddies (see it online).
Plus since the Brights Buttons Assortment is one of the items you can select for free with a $50 order until March 31st (learn more about Sale-A-Bration), this is a perfect set to add to your collection now!
Here’s a sweet card created with a Note Card & Envelope base (see them online) and the Brights Stampin’ Write Markers:
To make these clean & simple cards, you’ll need:
- Button Buddies stamp set (122737 - see it online)
- Brights Collection Markers (119702 – see them online)
- Note Cards & Envelopes (set of 20 – 107311 – see them online)
- Mini Glue Dots (103683 – see them online)
- White Baker’s Twine (124262 – see it online)
- Clear Block C (118486 – see it online)
And since the order will be over $50 (before shipping/tax) then you’ll earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration gift! The Brights Buttons are the perfect choice.
Here are the project directions for the Marker to Stamp Technique on these cards:
Take your markers and color directly on the stamps — as many colors as you like.- When you’re ready to stamp, gently breathe over the stamp and your breath with reactivate any ink that may have begun to dry.
- Stamp on your note card and use the Mini Glue Dots to add buttons with Baker’s Twine.
Super simple!! If you are looking for a fun project to try with friends at home over the weekend, Spring Break or Summer vacation, here is a great way to get started!
You can order from my website using the links above. I can’t wait to see the cards you create!
Happy Stamping!
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Apothecary Art: QuickER Cards for the Occasion
Yesterday I shared an Apothecary Art card that was pretty speedy — but today’s card is even quicker. It features the Note Card & Envelopes (see them online) and the Apothecary Art stamp set (see it online).
The coloring is quick & easy, plus there is a fun trick to use a Square Punch to make the ends of your paper banner (the trick is on my latest Video Tutorial).
Looking for more quick card ideas? Here are a selection of cards on my blog featuring the Note Cards & Envelopes!
Happy Stamping!
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Monochromatic Cards: Fresh Vintage in Black & White
When was the last time you did a card without color? Sometimes a monochromatic card (“one color”) or a black & white card is a refreshing change of pace. Here’s a card featuring the Fresh Vintage stamp set (available as a Sale-A-Bration reward with a $50 order right now).
The card was started on a Note Card & Envelope base (see them online) (yes, I’m addicted to them — here are a whole bunch of ideas on my blog). I cut 1″ off the front of the notecard, then used the Scallop Edge Border Punch (see it online) at the edge of a piece of Basic Black card stock and stamped the Fresh Vintage flourish on the inside of the note card.
Perfect embellishments for this card — Jewels Pearls in three sizes, and the Scallop Polka Dot Ribbon in Basic Black. Yup, it comes in other colors too, but this was perfect for the B&W look. If you’re trying to match the Scallop Circle size, it’s the 2-3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch. Just add with Dimensionals, and you’re set!
Be sure to check out my other Sale-A-Bration set ideas, or some of my other monochromatic card ideas.
Happy Stamping!
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SAB: Sweet & Simple Sprinkled Expressions
It’s Sale-A-Bration! You might have heard me mention that already, since it’s my fav part of the stamping year. Here’s a card that I created back in December for my LovenStampfuls Demo Group Holiday Party (check out the party). Yup, we were playing with Sale-A-Bration free stamp sets back before Christmas. Feels like that was at least 4 months ago, right? Time flies! And actually, if you’d like to learn more about joining my Demonstrator family, now is a great time with the special! (learn more)
Here’s a ‘sweet and simple’ card using the pre-cut/pre-scored Note cards & Envelopes (see them online). I used the Scallop Edge Border Punch (see it online) at the bottom edge, then put a layer of Sweet Shop Designer Specialty Paper (see it online) underneath to peek out the bottom.
Stamp set? It’s the Sale-A-Bration exclusive set, Sprinkled Expressions (available for free when you order $50 any time between now and March 31st). If you’ve never experienced the joy of Sale-A-Bration, be sure to check out the details here!
The heart is stamped on the front on the 2 1/2″ Circle Punch layer and the greeting is inside: “LOVE you just the way you are”. The coordinating Calypso Coral Ruffled Ribbon is a perfect match!
I’m completely in LOVE with the Note Cards & Envelopes — here are a whole bunch of ideas on my blog for using them. They’re ready to go whenever I need them–pre-scored with envelopes included. And the smaller card size makes the ‘sweet & simple’ style easy to execute.
Happy Stamping!
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Apothecary Art: Easy Elegant Greetings
My new favorite stamp set? Hands down, it’s Apothecary Art (see it online) from the Occasions Mini Catalog. I can’t seem to put it down! Funny, especially because I didn’t even pre-order it on my first demonstrator pre-order… I reluctantly added it later. Just goes to show, sometimes it’s the play-time that makes a set our favorite!
Let’s see… favorite highlights of this card?
- It’s simple! The base of the card is one of the Note Card & Envelopes that come as a package (note cards & envelopes together – see them online). I use these all the time now! They’re quick to grab for a card idea I want to get down fast, and the envelope is already included. Check out some other samples from my blog.
- Pleated Satin Ribbon — could it be any more gorgeous? (see it online)
- Twitterpated Designer Series Paper — my current fav of all the Occasions Mini catalog papers (see it online)
- For something a little different, try using the Eyelet Border Punch (see it online) along the side of the card, and layer with a short strip of contrasting paper.
Happy Stamping!
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Christmas Card: JOY in the Snow
Okay, maybe you don’t take joy in seeing the snow fly, but you might like this quick Christmas card anyway! Using the Serif Essentials Alphabet Die set for the Big Shot, the letters J and Y are a perfect fit for a snowy “JOY”.
The background? It’s the Northern Flurries Embossing Folder. And again, my fav holiday card colors for this year — Pool Party and Island Indigo! (did you see my gift idea from earlier this week with the same colors?)
This is a quick card because the card itself is one of the Note Cards & Envelopes from the set in the catalog (see them online). They come pre-scored and ready to decorate! (check out some of my other Note Card ideas)
We’ll be making this card this evening at my Custom Christmas Card Class. Want to get together with your friends and make 16 cards to take home? Be sure to drop me an email and we can fit you in before the holidays — or after the holidays for an All-Occasions Card Class!
Happy Stamping!
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Lean On Me: Sweet & Simple Note Cards
This past weekend, in between enjoying walks in the woods, I stamped a variety of projects from VERY simple to VERY busy with lots of layers, embellishments and ruffles. This card using the Lean On Me stamp set is definitely one of the cards from the simple end of the spectrum.
Supplies:
- Lean On Me stamp set (122285 clear mount - see it online)
- Getting Started Stampin’ Spots (set of 11) (119979)
- Blender Pens (102845 – see it online)
- 2-1/2 Inch Circle Punch (109850 - see it online)
- Note Cards & Envelopes (107311 – see it online)
- Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430 – see it online)
Meg’s Challenge — try a SIMPLE card next time you sit down to craft! The pre-scored Note Cards & Envelopes are a great size for doing sweet and simple “Express Stamping” cards. They come 20 to a package, and they’re so easy to pull out of the package, stamp, and be done. Check out some of my other cards using the Note Cards…
Or need some help with Watercoloring? Don’t miss my Video Tutorial!
Happy Stamping!
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Dress It Up: Step 2 for a sweet & simple notecard
Remember my Express Stamping “just get started” card from Friday? Well this Engraved Greetings card uses the same idea, plus a little extra “one more thing.”
The only addition to this sweet note card is a small scrap of the Springtime Vintage Designer Series Paper (only in the Occasions Mini Catalog until April 30th!).
These note cards would make a quick gift set for a friend — or even a Mom! Mother’s Day is coming up quickly!
Watch tomorrow for the ‘one more step’ third installment of this simple note card.
Happy Stamping!
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