Hi All!
I’m back with another photo holiday card design. The measurements are the same as last week’s card: 6″ x 5″. My original intention was 7″ x 5″ so that I could use a standard A7 envelope. The problem is that I really wanted to use the Sizzix Big Shot, which will accept paper that is 6″ wide. Oh well, I’m still using the A7 envelope and it’s fine.
I think this card is perfect for sending to people who don’t necessarily celebrate Christmas. Who doesn’t want “peace”, right? I had fun creating several different color combinations, but the cards are all pretty clean and simple. And they create pretty fast in bulk. I used WOW glitter embossing powders on the stars. Lots of sparkle without the mess of actual glitter. I really love these powders – I used them on several butterfly cards not too long ago.
A couple of handy tools I used for this card: ek tools tweezers and a glitter cloth. I’m not sure I showed the glitter cloth on camera, but it’s fantastic for swiping across your work surface to pickup any of the little leftover flecks.
The camera really doesn’t do the card justice – it’s very sparkly and dimensional in real life. Here is a closeup:
I used Vintage Peacock embossing powder for the card above. And now for some variations…. Shrinking Violet embossing powder with silver:
Black Twinkle embossing powder with silver:
Coral Reef embossing powder with silver:
Black Sparkle embossing powder with gold:
Here is a close-up of that one:
None of these cards use traditional holiday colors, but that’s kind of on purpose. I do think it would look pretty with green and gold, or maybe red and gold.
I am actually really looking forward to working on these cards – they are both fun and easy. It’s my annual Thanksgiving week project!
Enjoy the video and have a great week.
Supplies:
To purchase at Ellen Hutson, click the EH link. To purchase at Simon Says Stamp, click the SSS link.
 SU Star Framelits |
 MFT Blueprints 18 EH|SSS |
 Peace Die |
 Stampin’ Up! Gorgeous Grunge |
 Cozy Christmas |
 Brushstroke Christmas |
 Spellbinders Circles |
 Vintage Peacock Embossing Powder |
 Black Twinkle Embossing Powder |
 Coral Reef Embossing Powder |
Shrinking Violet Embossing Powder |
 Silver Embossing Powder EH|SSS |
 Gold Embossing Powder EH|SSS |
 Ultra Fine Clear Powder |
 Silver Ink EH|SSS |
 Gold Ink EH|SSS |
 Versafine Black Ink EH|SSS |
 Silver Twine EH|SSS |
 Tweezers EH|SSS |
 Glitter Cloth EH|SSS |
 Mini Scoreboard EH|SSS |
 Sizzix Big Shot EH|SSS |
 Magnetic Platform EH|SSS |
 Heat Tool |
 Craft Mat EH|SSS |
 ATG Tape Runner EH|SSS |
 Tombo Mono Multi Glue EH|SSS |
 Dimensionals |
 Mini Glue Dots |
Barb
Wow! Fabulous design, Darlene! I love how you added just a bit of color to each card and the shimmer and sparkle are perfect! Cute pic too!
Richell
I really like the black and gold one! Love this design and you made it look doable! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!!
Jackie
Those are beautiful! I love the sparkle on the star.
Anita Holmes
So, so gorgeous! I love the stars and would have a hard time deciding which I liked best…all the color combos are so gorgeous as your girls are!
TFS
Hugs
Anita
Laura Norris
Great card! So sparkly and fun and easy to make. Perfect for the holidays! Thanks for the great idea!
Sharon Hayes
I always enjoy your card videos. This one is perfect and would be easy to duplicate. Your girls are precious. Love their pic.
TamiB
Loved it!! Excellent tutorial! Pretty card, prettier girls. 😉
Maria Rodriguez
Oh Darlene, how beautiful, the recipients of this cards will treasure them forever. I can almost see you cutting and embossing this fabulously gorgeous cards. Your girls are precious Darlene, what joy they bring to your life!!!!! 🙂
Thank you so much for sharing.
Carol B
Another awesome photo card, love all the sparkle, especially the one with the picture showing through, beautiful.
Shirley
LOVE!! your card.
Celeste Goff
Great photo cards Darlene! And your girls are absolutely adorable!
Gloria Taylor
Hi Darlene, I love how your are sharing these photo cards! The supplies you use to create your cards are absolutely awesome. Ever since I joined your website I have been encourage to try different styles & techniques. I love that you use Simon Says stamp too. Looking forward to next week’s project, thanks.