I’m sharing 3 must-have tips to help you create beautiful, eye-catching cards that truly stand out. It’s all about the details! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, you’ll love the two card designs I’ve created for you.
Cutting & Scoring Measurements
Basic Beige
- Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”
- score at 4 ¼”
Pumpkin Pie
- Strip: 2” x 5 ½”
- Inside Layer: 4” x 5 ¼”
Basic White
- Inside Stamped Layer: 3 ¾” x 5”
- Greeting (optional): scrap
Lost Lagoon leaves (optional): scrap
Linen Thread: 18”
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3 Must-Have Tips
The beauty is in the details! I believe you can make stunning cards by doing just a few simple things. Here are my must-have tips to take your card-making to the next level:
Tone-on-Tone Stamping
Use the same color ink as your card base and stamp subtle patterns on the front, inside, and even the back of your card. This creates a cohesive and elegant design without overwhelming the eye.Add Simple Embellishments
Small details make a big difference! A touch of ribbon or a few self-adhesive gems can elevate the look of your card without much effort.Don’t Forget the Envelope
A beautifully decorated card deserves an equally beautiful envelope. Add a matching design, a stamp, or even a bit of embellishment to make the whole package feel special.
Simple or Stepped Up?
I created 2 designs for you to try! The first option is super simple, so you won’t need many supplies. The second is more advanced.
Simple Cards
- Choose one accent color.
- Add linen thread
- Add gems
Stepped Up Cards
- Emboss the accent strip
- Die cut and stamp leaves
- Add a cut out greeting
3 Simple Ways to Make a Stunning Envelope
One easy way to set your cards apart from everything else in the mailbox and let the recipient know they are special is to decorate the envelope.
- Place one stamp on the back like a seal.
- Stamp along the entire left side of the envelope including the flap.
- Emboss the flap!
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