DIY Congratulations on New Home card

Materials: 

• Recollections Value Pack cards and envelopes in “Kraft” [Michaels]
• Printer with black ink
• Recollections Basic Bold 12″x12″ paper pad [Michaels]
• Black fine point pen (chimney smoke and doorknob)
• Elmer’s Craft Bond Tacky Glue 4 fl oz
• Black fine point pen (chimney smoke and doorknob)
• pencil, eraser, scissors, ruler

OrganizationLove Pro Tips:

• When I design a new card in Microsoft Word, I always print on regular paper first before the actual card stock – to check if everything is centered and I am feeding the paper in the right way (trim paper to the size of the card you’re making)
• I also make the shapes first on regular paper (not decorative) then trace onto backs of decorative paper with pencil before cutting out. For this card I traced the roof and body of the house (triangle and square.) I winged it with the chimney and door
• If I made this card again, I would leave the doorknob off. I don’t like it a much as I thought I might

Caption Ideas:

• Because there are already words on the front of the card, outer captions are not necessary
• Inside notes:
  • So proud of you
  • Congratulations again
  • Enjoy your space
  • Can’t wait to visit

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Want it?

• This card is available for purchase on my etsy store:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/254909189/congratulations-on-your-new-home-card

DIY Halloween Card

Materials: 

• The Paper Studio Simply Solids box of cards (black card with envelope included) [Michaels]
• Recollections “Halloween Boo” ribbon (pack of 5 – 3 shown) [Michaels]
• Pumpkin / letter stickers
• Fine silver Metallic Sharpie
• Elmer’s Craft Bond Tacky Glue 4 fl oz
• Halloween stickers (see Pro Tips*)

OrganizationLove Pro Tips:

• Make sure you use plenty of glue on the ribbon. It’s heavier!
• I don’t know where to find the pumpkin/letter stickers, they were a gift to me
• The Happy Halloween ribbon says it repeatedly – I just used a little ribbon so it would only say “Happy Halloween” one time and include one jack-o-lantern
• Metallic Sharpies are a great idea for dark paper or card stock! I used silver metallic Sharpie on the black card stock and it showed up great.
• *I included Halloween stickers (on their backing) inside the card because I am delivering my cards to kids who love stickers

Caption Ideas:

• Happy Halloween!
• Enjoy your treats!
• Trick or Treat!

• I also included notes inside about “can’t wait to see pictures of your costumes” “enjoy the candy you receive” etc.

Inspired?

• If my post inspires you, and you blog about it, I ask that you credit me! Also, I’d love to see it!