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Over the Hill Birthday

By KariV on September 22, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I’m participating in the MFT 2019 Card Design Superstar Contest: Innovation Master.

I had this idea to have some monsters peek out from behind some gravestones using a pull tab for action. It’s the perfect card for an Over the Hill Birthday (one foot in the grave). Lol.

The front of the card…I have a feeling we are being watched!

So first I set it up to have some of the monsters just peeking out from the gravestones….who’s lurking there?!

I set a pull tab mechanism up on a “pivot system” using small brads. I hid the black strip behind the black “grass” that I made with an older die from MFT called Icicle Border. It think it looks like a spookier grass! Lol.

I had to cut off the feet of this monster to make it work!

Poor monster. Sorry I had to cut off your feet.

When you pull on the pull tab, the monsters peek out from behind the gravestones!

Eep! Who’s sneaking around the graveyard?

I colored one side of the monsters darker, so it looks like the moonlight is lighting up one side…It’s a darker “night time” look for these scary monsters. For the gravestones, I used the Distress Marker Spritzer to give them a more stone-like appearance.

But INSIDE the card has a surprise too!

The pink monster POPS UP at you when you open the card!

It’s a great birthday card for an October birthday, don’t you think?!
Thanks for stopping by today, and wish me luck!

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Peacock cards using Paper Strips

By KariV on September 20, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello again! Today I have some peacock cards to share, using the stamps from The Hedgehog Hollow September Kit.

I gathered together some cardstock in various colors (inspired by a peacock) and cut them into strips for these easy-to-make cards.

I sometimes love a card that has no coloring…and this first card is just that! The colorful paper does the coloring “for you.” I heat embossed the peacock in gold over those strips of paper for an easy card.

The second card needed a bit more glitter! Lol. So I cut those strips from glitter cardstock for this one.

I have a quick video to show you the process for these cards, watch it below or on YouTube:

These cards were fun to put together and also just a little different. I hope it inspired you to try this technique on your cards!

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!

I love these peacocks, and they are fun to use on a card. I will be back soon with more inspiration!

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Polar Bears in Fall and Winter

By KariV on September 19, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I have some polar bears to share with you…the cutest polar bears! I’m making fall AND winter cards with the same sets. It is easy to use a winter set for both seasons, and today I’m going to give you some ideas and inspiration for stretching your stamps!

First, the winter cards. A polar bear in the snowy, cold forest, and two polar bears tubing/sledding down the sparkly hill!

Then, for fall, you might not know it…but polar bears love apple harvest time! I just adore the sweaters on these cuties!

I have a process video showing you the Ins and Outs of making cards for two seasons, watch it below or on YouTube:

I hope you enjoyed these cute polar bears in sweaters today!

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Very Very Complimentary

By KariV on September 17, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I’m popping in with some ideas on making a card filled with compliments! I’d love to get a card like these…and I hope you like them, too.

I’m using a stamp set from Scrapbook.com that I just love called “You Are”…it has so many complimentary words you can choose from. Today I have a video showing you the process, watch it below or on YouTube:

I love the idea of incorporating lines of compliments…so here I have a rainbow look and two sentiment strip looks (one using patterned paper for some extra pizzazz).

You really are the best! Thanks for stopping by.

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Sweeter than Pumpkin Spice

By KariV on September 14, 2019 in Gift Ideas, Paper Crafting, Thanksgiving

Hi there! It’s getting to be that time of year when it’s time for warm drinks and sweater weather! Ok, ok…maybe not here in Arizona, but it IS cooling off a little and that makes me want to make fall projects!

Today I have a fall gift card holder that’s sure to make you smile (I hope)!

Pumpkin spice! Confession time…I’ve never had a pumpkin spice latte (I don’t drink coffee), but I DO love pumpkin season! These fall papers make this project come together so fast!

This stamp set is a Fall Sampler from Scrapbook.com and it is SO versatile. I will have more projects coming up soon using this same set!

I created a short video to show you the process and tips you can take to TAKE THESE UP A NOTCH and make them super sweet. Watch the video below or on YouTube:

These sentiments really make me smile and I hope they make you smile, too. I turned one of these gift card holders into a card, but you can STILL slide off the stamped cozy and open the gc holder to add a note, a gift card, or some money!

I really enjoyed making these, and I have to admit that this coffee gift card holder die is one of my favorites! It’s great for fall, winter and special occasions. Thanks so much for stopping by!