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Nativity Card

Hello! Today I have a sweet Nativity Scene to share using products from the Hedgehog Hollow November Kit. I love these images (they remind me of Precious Moments) and couldn’t wait to make a card with them!

I’m using masking techniques and Copic coloring in today’s card and I have a video below on how this card came together:

I love a nice, inked background and I only used TWO ink colors for this one…easy! The blending brushes make this such an easy background, too.

I colored up all the images with Copic Markers and attached them all with liquid adhesive except the Baby Jesus. I used foam tape to give him the appearance of being closer to us.

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

Isn’t it sweet? Thanks for stopping by today.

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Embossing with a Stencil and Foil Accents

Hello! Kari here today using some new Maker Forte products. When I saw this new stencil designed by Jess Fransisco, I knew it had to be my first project!! I am sharing how to Emboss with a stencil and add some foiled sentiment accents with the *new Toner Paper.

Here’s a look at my card:

I have a quick video so you can see the new products and some tips on using this stencil (with NO masking!!) I love a good stencil that you can use without masking. Watch the video below or in HD on YouTube:

This card actually came together very quickly and I think it would be fun to create a lot of these backgrounds in different colors. Today I’m keeping it traditional with the reds and greens, but imagine pinks and turquoise!! (I love it already!)

I started off taping the stencil to my panel with purple tape; then I ran it through my die cutting machine with the embossing pad. This created another element of dimension. I inked through the stencil with some Distress Inks in the following colors: Festive Berries, Evergreen Bough, Tea Dye, Vintage Photo, and Pine Needles.

I then die cut the Toner Sheets using a “merry” die from my stash. I cut some foil to cover the die cut word and ran it through my Minc machine on level #3. You can also use a lamintor for foiling.

To finish off the card, I die cut a frame out of glitter paper using two rectangle dies. Then I attached it all to a heavy weight card base.

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!




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Believe Slimline Card (plus a bonus card)

Hello! Today I’m sharing a few sparkly, glittery slimline cards using the new “BELIEVE” stencil from the Hedgehog Hollow November Kit. This kit is beautiful, and if you haven’t seen it yet, I have a preview of what comes in the kit at the beginning of my video below!

These cards were so fun to create, and I am just in love with this stencil.

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

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What the heck is Marshmallow Paste?!

Hello! Today I’m up on the Maker Forte blog sharing 3 ways to use Marshmallow Paste. This is a fun medium, and I share SIX cards so you can see some finished projects!

Take a look at the video below, or in HD on YouTube:

This Marshmallow Paste is some amazing stuff, and I completely enjoyed my card making session!

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

Thanks for stopping by today!

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Easy Watercolor Slimline Card

Hello! Today I’m up on the Maker Forte blog with this Easy Fall Watercolor card…and it’s a slimline! Be sure to stop by the blog here to check it out.

If you want to see the video, you can watch it here or in HD on YouTube:

I really enjoyed making this card! I hope you’ll stop by and take a look.

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support!

Thanks for stopping by today!

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