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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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Embossing Folders

alpha — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 03:40:48 +0000

Embossing folders add texture to your cards without the extra bulk. Do you remember the days when embossed stationery were limited to letterpress companies and designs were for weddings and engagements only? I remember my anticipation as I waited for my wedding invitations many years ago, ordered from a letterpress company in America. The satisfaction […]

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Children’s Room Decor

alpha — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 11:51:47 +0000

Here’s a children’s room decor that the kids will love. It’s a fun-fold project to keep their hands busy during the school holidays. Creating the rosette is easy with the help of the Simply Scored Scoring Tool. Other products that you may use are punches and dies with coordinating stamp sets. I also like to […]

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Spinner and Slider Cards

alpha — Mon, 19 Aug 2013 12:33:53 +0000

Spinner and Slider cards are fun and interactive. With the help of a window punch and a little engineering, it’s enjoyable to learn this technique. Here’s how to make the flower spinner card shown in the photo above: Add dots to your card front by using the polka dots embossing folder and then attach it […]

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Patchwork Card Technique

alpha — Mon, 20 May 2013 03:03:24 +0000

Patchwork card technique is a creative way of using Designer Series Paper (DSP) or any printed paper that you may have. This is another great boredom buster during the school holidays and a great opportunity to stock up on beautiful cards for birthdays and special events. Here’s how to make the house patchwork card: Using […]

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