After being purely a digital scrapper for so long, I've forgotten the unique issues that hybrid and real life paper crafting can create. And because I'm a documenter of processes, and always trying to refine things and learn from them, I'm sharing some of my adventures here too. These are some of the practical issues I've run into and my trouble shooting in learning to use the Silhouette Cameo 4. Some of the 'solutions' may be obvious but to me they weren't necessarily as some of this is quite new to me. And yes, this is set up like an interview but I talk to myself usually while crafting apparently so this is almost like a transcript of 'calm and logical' me giving advice to 'mildy annoyed to frustrated and ready to give up' me.(Disclaimer: I am aware that giving yourself advice in an area you are new to can be a bit like the blind leading the blind so some of this calm and logical … [Read more...]
1-Sheet Mother’s Day Trifold Box Card
As a Guest Pollywog this month, I have a confession to make. I’m a hoarder. I hoard all things scrappy, both paper and digital, yet I almost never make cards.So, when the opportunity arose for me to share a blog project with our wonderful community, I knew that I had to challenge myself to create a hybrid Mother’s Day card that incorporated items from my stash and kits from our awesome designers here at The Lilypad.The card I decided to make has a base that uses only a single sheet of 12x12 cardstock, which is folded and scored to create an impressive trifold, flip-out card in just a few simple steps.What you add to it to create your own gorgeous creation is limited only by your imagination. Let’s get started!STEP 1: Trim .25” off the right side of a 12x12 sheet of cardstock.STEP 2: Without changing the orientation of your paper, create vertical score lines at … [Read more...]
Hybrid Shaker Card
Hey there, it's Katrina sharing a hybrid shaker card with you today. This is a fun way to put some "wow" into your cards. It does take a little work and practice, but it's a good way to put those traditional supplies that you may still have (or want to shop for!) to good use!I used a collab kit from Little Butterfly Wings/Studio Basic for my card. It's the Carpe Diem bundle and I am IN LOVE with this collection! I have already done this card, plus another hybrid layout with it!I am going to take you thru a few of the steps of making this. First you need to cut out a shape on your card front/base. I attached my pattern paper and then cut out the opening with some metal dies and a manual die cutting machine. You could also do this with your electronic machine, but I was just playing around and experimenting!Next, you need to cover your opening with a piece of … [Read more...]
Create a Card: Packaging Technique for Backgrounds
I enjoy giving cards to family and friends. Cards are perfect way to send birthday wishes, celebrate a special event, or even to just say hello to someone. I always try to have a selection of homemade cards on hand to give out for any of these occasions. I’ve noticed my supply of cards has been getting a bit low and committed myself to making a few cards to bolster it up. New adventures/traveling is the theme of today’s card. I also am sharing a video on how to create a card background using the packaging technique.I know quite a few people who are starting new adventures this fall. While adventures can be exciting they can also be nerve wracking too. What better way to help calm the nerves of someone than to give them a homemade card with well wishes in it? A card about exploring the world was begging to be made.To make this card I used the following supplies: Roam … [Read more...]
Quick Back To School Card-Fundraiser for Sabrina Dupre
Hey there, it's Katrina aka @katrinahunt13 (and from Paper, Scissors and Glue) to share a back to school hybrid card with you. And to let you know about a fundraiser going on in the store for one of our designers, Sabrina Dupre, who has lost everything in the flooding in Louisiana. All TLP collaboration kits are only $5.00 thru the end of the month, will all sales going to Sabrina and her family to help her recover from the flooding! And if you have all the kits or aren't quite sure, shop Sabrina's store, as Laura (aka Boss of the Applesauce) is going to pay all of Sabrina's paypal fees, to make sure she gets 100% of the sales from her store also. You can read the thread in the forum HERE.I used one of the kits for my project today, Wicked Smart. It's a great kit for any back to school project and perfect for a back to school card for your child or your favorite teacher!I love … [Read more...]
Create a Card: Custom Background
I really enjoy giving cards to family and friends. Cards are perfect way to send birthday wishes, celebrate a special event, or even to just say hello to someone. I always try to have a selection of homemade cards on hand to give out for any of these occasions. I’ve noticed my supply of cards has been getting a bit low and committed myself to making a few cards to bolster it up. Birthday invitations is the type of card I'm sharing today. I am also sharing a tip on how to create your own custom background.Birthday invitations has been on my mind lately. I have three birthday parties to plan all within the next month. Instead of buying cards at the store, I decided to make my own design. I kept the invitation simple, but customized the background to represent the theme of my daughters birthday party. It will also be easy to take my design and change out the colors to work for … [Read more...]