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Subtle Bling on a Large Scale

nospam@example.com (Charlene ) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:09:02 -0500

Most handmade cards are made by using 1/2 sheet of 8-1/2" x 11" cardstock. This makes the card end up measuring 4-1/4" x 5-1/2". (Like the size of an invitation.)

One of my clients requested bigger cards this year. Hmmmm....that is a challenge! I'm just so used to making standard-sized cards that it is difficult for me to "think bigger."

What I decided to do was to use a smaller card and just add some additional background elements to make the card bigger.

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Change of Address Christmas Card Ideas: Part III

nospam@example.com (Charlene ) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 23:39:44 -0500

Here is one final version of the change of address cards. This one is my favorite. It's also the easiest to make because for the accent pieces, all you have to do is use scraps of coordinating decorative paper. No matter what version you decide to use, I'm sure your family and friends will love receiving these cards. They are meant to give the illusion of a front door. When they open the card, it's like you are opening your door and welcoming them into your life.

Join me all next week when I show you how to make a 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" card from start to finish, including decorating the envelope. In the meantime, have a fun and safe weekend while you are out-and-about! See you Monday.

Change of Address Christmas Card Ideas: Part II

nospam@example.com (Charlene ) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:26:17 -0500

Let's take a look at another idea you can use for your handmade change of address card. (Or any card, for that matter!) The design for this card was a result of the 'ole "necessity is the mother of invention" crisis. I only had one red panel left and I didn't want to waste an entire sheet of cardstock to make another one, so I grabbed a scrap of satin ribbon and came up with this:

The bottom flips down and then the top flips up to open the card.

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