Happy Tuesday to you! I had such a fun class last night, thank you Bird, Kathy and Mom for coming! It's nice having such a small group sometimes and the conversation was great, thank you! I was really excited about this class (and still am) and have decided to share with you the concept and of course the cards.
I wanted to demonstrate how to make a nice simple card for those that may throw out your card, or truly don't appreciate the work that goes into one. I know that sounds harsh, but I think most of us have a person or two like this in our lives:) Then tomorrow I will share with you a stepped up version that you can create and share with those that know what you do and appreciate what you do! Then on Thursday, I'll share with you a wowed up version of the card that you may make for those special recipients in your life! We did this with two different cards last night and depending on your response to this idea, I will shoot videos for those cards as well if you like.
This grouping of cards was completely inspired by Stacia Sloma. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity! The other "thing" about a Step One card is that they are cost effective. As you can see on this card, the Baker's Twine and Dimensionals are the most expensive items:) Here is a quick supply list for you:
- Crumb Cake Card Stock - 4 1/4 x 11 scored at 5 1/2
- Old Olive Card Stock - Top Note Die, Pennant Punch
- Whisper White Card Stock - Top Note Die
- Cherry Cobbler - Three Heart Punch
- Baker's Twine - Cherry Cobbler
- Stamps - Holiday Happiness, Pennant Parade
Thanks so much for stopping by today! OH YEAH....ALMOST FORGOT!!!! Because over 5000 people did the free downloads from Stampin' Up! they are giving away another free one and it is stinkin cute!!! RUN, go get it (and check out today's NEW downloads!) Have a wonderful day!
Heather
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such a great card!
Posted by: Rhonda | November 09, 2011 at 09:55 PM
Heather I love this idea and can't wait to see the stepped up versions! As I was watching your video I thought I could do a further "stepped down" version - sometimes I can't be bothered cutting on those perforations so I just die cut a white Top Note, and then mask the inner area and sponge ink to get the edge a different colour... takes out a layer of card and makes it even cheaper!
I promised my sister I would make her a stack of Christmas cards for her to use this year so I think I may just know what design to use for that, thank you!
BTW, the sentiments are from Contempo Christmas. I love that you don't always remember the stamp names, so I know I'm not the only one who struggles with that!
Thanks for all you do!
Posted by: Rachael NZ | November 09, 2011 at 03:22 AM
I love this idea Heather! Can't wait to see how you "stepped up" this card.
Posted by: Lisa Althouse | November 08, 2011 at 11:49 AM
Great card! Look forward to tomorrow and Thursday to see what you do with it. Love your creations and it would be great if you could share videos of the other card you did.
Posted by: Marjorie Gibson | November 08, 2011 at 08:43 AM
Thanks for letting us know about the free downloads...I was one of the 5000 to take advantage...but I don't know how to use them now :-( Is there somewhere I can get directions to use them on my Mac? Thanks Heather! As always - lovin' your creations!
Posted by: Sandy | November 08, 2011 at 08:22 AM
I thought that was the stepped up card! Looking forward to part 2 :)
Posted by: LindaH | November 08, 2011 at 07:55 AM
I love the card, I can't imagine how it could get any better!!!
Posted by: Marcy Denning | November 08, 2011 at 07:16 AM
What a wonderful idea! Wish I could have attended your class last night, however I had other commitments. Looking forward to your posts over the next couple of days! Hopefully I will be able to make your next class.
Posted by: Marion | November 08, 2011 at 06:52 AM