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

Inspired?

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

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 Wedding Cake Congratulations Card

Materials:

• Recollections 4.5″x6.25″ pink shimmer card “Hydrangea” (envelopes not included) [Michaels]
• Recollections 12″x12″ paper “Tan Hearts” [Michaels]
• Recollections 12″x12″ embossed card stock (textured) [Michaels]
• Recollections 12″x12″ white/silver glitter card stock  [Michaels]
• White card stock (glossy side up)
• Martha Stewart corner rounder
• Elmer’s Craft Bond Tacky Glue 4 fl oz
• Ultra fine black Sharpie
• Fine silver Metallic Sharpie
• ruler, scissors, pencil, eraser

OrganizationLove Pro Tips:

• I measured each cake layer to 1.25″ tall to fit the card well. Then I trimmed the middle and top layers’ sides at my own discretion. Corner rounder step was last.
• Paper is difficult to cut using the corner rounder. It’s a good idea to put some card stock behind just to hold it steady when using the punch.
• I used a silver Metallic Sharpie for the letter on top of the cake (the couple’s last initial) and the hearts in the corners of the congratulations banner at bottom.
• It was difficult to fit the word “congratulations” at the bottom just right. I practiced several times to get it right, then wrote in pencil, traced in Ultra Fine black Sharpie, waited for the Sharpie to dry, and attempted to erase. Erasing is difficult on glossy card stock. But I knew the glue would hold better on the matte side.

Caption Ideas:

Because the card already says “congratulations”, I’m not sure any are needed! If you wanted to, though,:

• Enjoy your life together
• Two become one
• Glad to be a part of your big day

Inspired?

• If my post inspires you, and you blog about it, I ask that you credit me!

Want it?

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

https://www.etsy.com/listing/256067191/congratulations-wedding-cake-card

(rather than an “H” on top, there are two hearts. Check it out!)