Unfortunately, it's that time of the year when we say goodbye to some fabulous, holiday-related products. December 31st marks the end of the life of the Holiday Expressions Idea Book and the photographed Silver & Gold Collectionseen above.
The same holds true for the Beary Christmas Collection and quite a few others to include Halloween and Thankgiving-themed products. In fact, a lot of the Beary Christmas Collection is already unavailable because it was well-loved.
Be sure to check out what's included in the Holiday Expressions and check out the Going Soon! area of my website that includes some other items.
Some of these products are my favorites and it's going to be hard for me to see them go.
I have seen these cards over the last few months and decided to give one a try to teach to my team members when we gathered earlier this month. Believe it or not...SUPER EASY! In fact, you can actually put something fun (and small) in the gift box. One of my team members suggested a beautiful ring! LOL I was simply thinking chocolate. Duh! I need to dream bigger!
So what do you think you can do with this card since you [obviously] cannot put it in an envelope? It was suggested to place it on a desktop, beside table, etc. You can still write a greeting inside. While I created this with Christmas in mind, you can totally switch out the paper and colors for birthdays and other holidays/occasions.
This super fun stamp set, "Thought that Counts", will no longer be available after the end of this month (and is only available while supplies last). Check out the cute sentiments and while perfect for Christmas, there are many you can use throughout the year! Which is your favorite?
The tag design in the stamp set coordinates with this set of Thin Cuts - Basic Tags. I used the one on the top left for these tags. You can use the 4 thin metal dies to quickly and easily cut the paper shapes shown in the photo. Size of the shapes: 2 1/2", 2", 1 1/2", 1".
Thin Cuts are packaged on their own magnetic sheet and work well with most die-cutting machines. (I use a Cuttlebug.)
To create a card like this on your own, check out this great video I used to create mine. Feel free to contact me if you have questions and if you make one...please share it with me! I would love to see it!
Only two days until Christmas and I'm totally excited!
Welcome to our Blog Hop where we are featuring handmade Christmas cards made with Close To My Heart products.
If you are coming from Brenda's Blog, you are on the right track. This hop is a circle so be sure to follow the link below to continue viewing our Christmas creations.
I decided to use this "Gingerbread Friends" stamp set. Isn't it adorable? Do you see all the fun little pieces and parts to dress up your friends? TOO FUN!
Many years ago I created a slider card for Christmas. It was fun and so I decided to bring it out again this year. A banner, some red gems, and a bow and we have a cute card!
This is a very simple interactive card that just puts a different twist on Christmas cards. I can see putting a pocket inside that would hold a gift card. Hmmm... I might have to try that out.
If you want to know how to make this card, watch the video below which contains dimensions for recreation. And then...be sure to share what you create. I'd love to see it!
Please head over to Melinda's Blog where you are sure to find a fabulous creation. You can also find a complete list of participants there.
Video for recreation:
Dimensions:
Card base/pocket - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" (score on 8 1/2" end at 4" and 8")
Insert - 3 3/4" x 5 1/4" and 3 1/2" x 5"
Outside sentiment - 4" x 2 3/4" and 3 3/4" x 2 1/2"
