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Make a Large Christmas Card with a LOT of Bling

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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… Read more »

Change of Address Christmas Card: Tutorial (Part III)

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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… Read more »

Change of Address Christmas Card: Tutorial (Part II)

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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… Read more »

Change of Address Christmas Card: Tutorial (Part I)

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If you’ve moved recently, you’ve probably been contemplating sending out change-of-address notices with your holiday cards.  My parents moved over the summer, so I came up with this design as a way for them to announce their new address.  This is a great card to work on while your watching TV.  There are several steps to make it, but you… Read more »

Thanksgiving Ideas: Roundup

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Here are links to several Thanksgiving projects from over the years.  You still have time to whip up some of these for your holiday dinner or for your Thanksgiving day hostess.Let’s take a look. Altered Clipboard HERE  Thanksgiving Day Football Party Idea HERE  Paper Cake Treat Boxes HERE  Falling Leaves Waterfall Card HERE  Candy Bar Box HERE  Thanksgiving Treat Boxes… Read more »