I made this card for my father back in January 2010, but it was sufficiently awesome I decided to use it while I practice the best way to post pictures, techniques, and supplies to the blog. So, enjoy! *Note: longtime readers will note this is a repeat posting of my livejournal blog. I'm moving all the good papercrafting stuff over here folks, never you fear!*
This is a "flip flop" card, meaning when it is closed it looks one way, and then when you flip it open, the center part of the card flops to reveal a hidden panel. I first saw this style of card from my friend Annette, who in turn directed me to the "Fabulous Folds" book. Wonderful.
To create the card, I used:
1 sheet 12x12 Bazzil Bling in Bankroll
1 sheet 8.5 x 11 Archivers Stock in White
1 sheet 8.5 x 11 Archiver Stock in Lavender
Dark Brown Fluid Chalk ink by Colorbox
Versamark Dazzle in Champagne ink
4th of July Fireworks Clear Stamps from Stampendous (Archivers exclusive '08)
Plantin Schoolbook Cartridge and Cricut
Purple and Green gemstones
Stardust Pen in Lime for writing
Jolees Boutique Buzz Lightyear sticker set
Note: I don't list standard supplies like cutters, adhesives, craft knives, etc. I assume you have a favorite, just like I do. The only time I list a specific standard supply is if I found the use unconventional. If you can't figure it out, though, leave me a comment and I'll get back to you.
The card took about an hour to make, mostly because it takes a while to figure out the measurements for the card. I layered the letters as well, using the 'shadow' feature on the Cricut, so that took some time to glue and then re-glue it all down. Also, you can't really tell in the pictures, I stamped shooting stars on the white parts using the Dazzle Versamark. It looks better on the actual card to give the white some shimmer and depth...I think using a textured white paper would work just as well, though, if you're trying to conserve supplies and cut back on time. Ditto on inking the edges in brown- I'm not sure its really necessary but it helps the overall product look more finished to me. Plus, it hides a multitude of sins from using the craft knife to cut out the template.<input ... ></input><input ... >
This blog is inspired by my love of working with paper-inspired materials to create cards, scrapbook pages, gift bags, artwork, decorations and more. While I love to work with many medias, I find myself ever returning to the paper-based trade. Often, when I'm creating something I think, "wow, I'd love to share that technique with people!" or (more often) "wow, I wonder if other creative crafters out there can help improve this project." I decided a blog is a perfect place to collect these together, along with general musings on the craft in general.
I hope you enjoy reading and share me with your friends!
