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Holiday Home Card

alpha — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 02:58:37 +0000

Let’s use the Holiday Home stamp set for a clean and simple Christmas card. This is a builder set that allows you to add details such as Christmas lights, a wreath, thanksgiving pumpkin and even Halloween decor. Do you celebrate all these occasions? Here’s how to make the card: On a sheet of Natural White […]

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Big Shot Machine Card Idea

alpha — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 23:17:41 +0000

The Big Shot Machine plays center role for our card idea. If you have this amazing machine, you already know how easy it is to add texture and cut out shapes to make your projects more interesting. The Big Shot allows convenience when you have to make cards in multiples. Here’s how to make the […]

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Fun-Fold Box Card

alpha — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 01:04:39 +0000

This is a fun-fold box card idea for when you need a card and gift box in one. Join me for a workshop to learn the technique. Do you give gift vouchers or cash for Christmas? How about jewellery or hair accessories? Gift-giving is as much about the wrapping as the gift itself, especially around […]

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DIY Christmas Gift Ideas

alpha — Fri, 20 Dec 2013 04:17:13 +0000

Here are a few DIY Christmas gift ideas. Christmas…’Tis the season for giving, ’tis the season for baking and ’tis the season for showing off your amazing DIY talent. So, put your craft caps on and get started. The holidays can be expensive especially if you have a long list of family and friends. However, […]

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Christmas Card Ideas

alpha — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 02:57:34 +0000

Here are 3 Christmas card ideas that are quick to make, including a gift card holder for easy gift-giving. Gift Card Holder – We all know how hard it is to find gifts for teenagers. More often than not, they prefer cash or gift cards so that they can buy items on their wish list. […]

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I Love the SU! Punch

alpha — Mon, 11 Nov 2013 11:37:31 +0000

A punch is a valuable tool in card making and I love the SU! punch. Card making for me will never be the same without it. Coordination is key for an enjoyable stamping experience. Cutting is easier and fussy-cutting takes a back seat when products coordinate. I love decorative edges and a border does that […]

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Cards In A Bag Class

alpha — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 13:28:01 +0000

Cards in a bag will keep the kids busy during the school holidays. You might even want to join them so you can make some for personal use. When making cards with children, birthday cards are your best bet because they are always invited to parties. A few ideas for the cards would be sports, […]

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In Color 2013 Is Here

alpha — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 05:38:59 +0000

In Color 2013 is here. These colours speak of summer days and gelato, don’t they? And they sound refreshing and delicious too. Baked Brown Sugar Coastal Cabana Crisp Cantaloupe Pistachio Pudding Strawberry Slush So, let’s make a simple card using all the colours. Here’s how: On a Basic White card front, stamp flowers from the […]

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