CTMH and MME Together...Again

I just love the way My Minds Eye patterned papers work with Close To My Heart colors.  I've slowly gathered a little collection of 6" x 6" MME paper pads to use with all my CTMH supplies.  And I must say, access to a large variety of coordinating patterned papers makes me a very, very happy camper.  Plus, the smaller size of the pad gives me very little in the way of scraps.  :-)


Here's a card I made today with a stamp from CTMH's Art Philosophy stamp sets. 

I stamped it three times in Chocolate ink on three different papers before cutting and punching out the shape--layering it with mounting tape for dimension.

A little sponging with Juniper and Sunset softened a few edges.  Then, patterned paper is layered on Juniper and Colonial White.  Two, wooden CTMH buttons (threaded with Ecru DMC thread) balance the card.


Thanks so much for stopping by to take a look!

Blessings,
Brenda

How To Make a Double Diagonal Pocket Fold Card

I came across this card several years ago--before I learned about CTMH, the wonderful world of "My Acrylix" stamps, and before blogging. Sadly, I neglected to write down where I got this idea from. So, if someday that person should happen across this blog and post, my sincere thanks for introducing me to this style of fold card.

I'm showing you the inside first this time. Two pockets provide two ways to show you care. The first pocket will be used for a gift card. The second pocket will hold the mini card with a personal message inside.

This picture above gives a clearer picture of the pockets and how neatly the items tuck in them.

This is the front of the card. I've made it for my son. CTMH Superhero paper and "Fast and Furious" stamp set was used.

And here's how to make this style of fold card:

Before you begin, click on the picture above so you can see the close-up of the directions. Then, grab a piece of paper (double-sided with different patterns works really well for this card--if you want). I'll walk you through it.





As shown in the previous picture, score lengthwise at the 4 1/4" mark and across the width at the 5 1/2" mark.

Next, laying your paper so the length matches that of the picture above, cut along the center score line--but only on the left side. (Don't get confused. This next picture will show you which part to cut.)

Oh. And Measure in and down from the top left corner 2 3/4". Run a score line from mark to mark to create the upper triangle flap.

Measure in and up from the bottom right corner 3 3/4". Run a score line from mark to mark to create the bottom triangle flap.

See the cut mark? You're on the right track. :-)

Glue the triangle flaps down.

Add three narrow strips of tacky tap to the areas shown on the card. This will help secure the pockets.

Fold the left flap over to the right to create the first pocket.

Fold the second flap up to create the second pocket.

Finish by simply closing the card--creasing the final fold.

And that's it! Yippee! This is a fast one. Now the decorating can begin. :-)

Thanks for stopping by!

Blessings,

Brenda

Job Well Done

Doesn't it feel good to get a pat on the back for a job well done?  Giving somebody a card like this one is sure to leave the person feeling appreciated.  You could even give them a real cupcake to go with the card.  :-)

This simple card goes with the Valentine Gift Bag and Card Set I posted earlier this week.  I used the cupcake outline but broke it into sections--using the wrapper in one color, the chocolate cake in another, and just the creamy outline of the frosting.

 

 



Making your own coordinating pins is easy.  Just take a pearl-tipped pin from the floral department at your local craft store, add a bead or two or three, and maybe even a little banner note.

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by.  :-)

Blessings,

Brenda

Graduation Card

This card was made using the CTMH paper packet "Lucy."  I had fun coming up with a little hat for the card.  The sentiment was cut out using the AP Cricut Cartridge from CTMH.  The flowers were from a punch by McGill.

Thank you for stopping by for a visit........Smiles coming your way..........Joanie