There is still plenty of time to make some Christmas cards - or so I'm telling myself as I haven't made nearly enough yet! But good news: today you can make three cards in a flash, with your JBS stash!
Gather a mix of materials: I used the
accessory and
mini paper sheets from the Vintage Holidays collection, plus label stickers, buttons, star stickers and doily flowers. (I started with the big bingo cards too but didn't use them in the end.) You'll also need some card blanks.
You may also want some numbers or letters at the end. I just used numbers and mixed and matched various sizes and colours.
Start by selecting one 4x4 mini pattern and one large accent card for each card you will make. I inked all the edges with brown ink.
Arrange the paper and accent card side by side to create a landscape card and adhere to the background. You may want to trim a bit from the sides of the card so it will still fit in the envelope after more bulky layers are added.
Then assemble a group of small embellishments for each card. I cut the Season's Greetings sentiment from a border on the accessory sheet, then added a rectangle and circle label, a doily and a button to start, but this design will work with any collection of small embellishments you have to hand.
All those little things get layered onto a plain tag to dress up the card. I covered each tag with a layer of green tulle netting to soften the look, or you could add ribbon or fabric scraps. Then layer the embellishments, scraps of paper and number stickers until you're happy with the amount of embellishment and adhere the tag to the background when everything is secure.
By the placement of the embellishments, choice of papers and the mix of stickers, each card will look unique, but they all come together quickly by following the same process. For this day on the calendar, I think that's a win!
Have a very merry Christmas!
Love and glitter,
PS: If you're feeling extra-Christmassy (or wish you were!) it's never too late to join me for some Christmas scrapbooking with
Journal your Christmas!
First up, we have a winner in Big Picture Classes's Twelve Workshop giveaway!
Next, we wanted to let you know that the new Jenni Bowlin for Fiskars punches have arrived in our warehouse! You can look for them in shop on January 1st! Hooray!
And here's a belated Christmas card idea for you from me. I know most of you are moving past the Christas gift giving phase, but imagine how lovely this design would be using "Red/Black Extension IV" for a teacher's gift or "Haven" for an anniversary. To make three cards, you just need one sheet of mini papers and one accessory sheet!
The little pull out tags would be perfect for attaching gift cards, class pictures, and extra little sentiments.
Our January offerings will definitely put a smile on your face as evidenced by this delightfully happy layout by Betsy Sammarco.
There are many fun bits that will make your scrappy heart happy as you can see by Jill Sprott's annual "Year in Review" layout.
Also be sure to check out our add-ons! This layout by Doris Sander was made entirely from the January Artisan Add-on.
What we are perhaps most excited about this month is the first edition of our new mini-album kits. This one is by designer Briana Johnson and we're calling it "Paper Kisses" as it is so charming and sweet. Come chat with us about it while we're waiting for it to arrive!
Today we have a lovely December card featuring Red/Black Extension IV from Keisha Campbell. Thanks for the inspiration Keisha!
Now that we're getting down to the wire and Christmas is approaching quickly - I thought I'd share an idea for a card that is easy and quick to do! Photo cards are all the rage nowadays and here's a fun way to incorporate the concept of a photo card with the vintage JBS look that we all love! To keep it super simple, I used the JBS Christmas Bingo Placecards. All I had to do was cut my photos down to size and adhere them to the top half, and then I added a diecut and stamp at the bottom (from Papertrey Ink). Then back the whole card with cardstock cut to size to prevent the recipient from folding it down the middle. You could even punch a hole at the top and hang it as a tree ornament. Super simple and quick! Happy Holidays!
We're excited to introduce you to a new event from Big Picture Classes! Read through to the bottom and leave a comment to win a spot in the Twelve Workshop taught by Stacy Julian!
Read All About it! Great two page ideas! Journaling gratitude! Masking tips! A video from Jenni! Download your issue of the December Gazette today! It's FREE!
Jenni has lots of new vintage finds for you this morning! Check "This Month's Finds" at 10am
Hi and Merry Christmas! Becky here today sharing a Christmas card using itty bitty pattern paper pieces. I really enjoy using little bits and pieces, so to be able to stretch some of my favorite JBS papers makes me a happy girl!
Happy Holidays! Waleska here! If you're still (it's not too late but you better hurry :)) hoping to make some cards this holiday season here's my advice: keep it simple (but festive!).
This little Christmas tag could be used as a gift tag, or even as a card. There's just something about tags that I love. They're easy and fun, and you can adapt them to many uses.
Supplies:
How about a layout from our very own Jenni Bowlin featuring our very own Jenni Bowlin for Fiskars line of punches?! Hot off the press! Keep your eyes peeled! They'll start appearing at a retailer near you just after the holidays! Can you pick a favorite?
The line includes four squeeze punches, 3 lever punches, and 3 border punches.
Jenni Bowlin "Tab" Large Squeeze Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Scalloped Banner" Large Squeeze Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Flight" Large Squeeze Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Blue Ribbon" Large Squeeze Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Grandma's Doily" Medium Lever Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Frame" Medium Lever Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Jenni's Butterfly" Medium Lever Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Jester" Border Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Main Street" Border Punch
Jenni Bowlin "Ticket Please" Border Punch
