Learn how to create thank you cards in no time! I have three different options to show you. These are simple enough for beginners and quick enough to make a bunch of cards for a gift or to keep on hand for when you need them. Watch the video for tips!
Cutting & Scoring Measurements
Basic White
- Card Base: 11” x 4 1/4″
- Score at 5 1/2″
- Inside Layer (optional): 5 1/4″ x 4”
Basic Black
- Strip: 2” x 4 1/4″
Bold Color Cardstock
- Greeting: 5” x 3 7/8”
- Inside Strip: 1/2″ x 4 1/4″
3 options for this quick card (keep reading for details):
- Stamp in black Ink
- Stamp with gradient technique
- DSP for Greeting Layer
Measuring Tips for Card Making
Do you need a refresher on where to find 1/8″ and 1/16″? I’ve got you! I’ll show you how to read a ruler with confidence before you make the cuts!
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Gradient Effect Option
Choose two colors of ink and those same colors of cardstock to create these cards! Use white cardstock for the Greeting Layer so that you can see that gradient effect! Use the measurements noted above. Watch the video for tips!
Gradient Color Combinations clockwise starting in top left (click here for supplies):
- Pretty in Pink & Melon Mambo
- Balmy Blue & Lemon Lime Twist
- Pretty In Pink & Melon Mambo with Black accent
- Pumpkin Pie & Daffodil Delight
Designer Series Paper Option
Instead of stamping on cardstock, use patterned paper. Select a design that is more muted (not busy) so that the THANK YOU really stands out. Choose two colors from your paper to use for the cardstock.
Designer Series Paper Color Combinations clockwise starting in top left (click here for supplies):
- To Market DSP with Garden Green & Basic White THICK
- Country Lace DSP with Basic Black & Petal Pink
- Take to the Sky DSP with Basic Black & Mossy Meadow
- Country Woods DSP (photo above), Early Espresso & Crumb Cake
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