 
Squeal . . . don’t you just love shaker cards? Oh, I sure do. Good morning sweet friends, today I’m using a favorite new die set from Spellbinders – Snowflake Snippets – one of the many new holiday dies. I mused about what I might make and tinkered with a couple of things and then it whispered ‘Shaker’ :-) Since I loved the idea, off I was to see if I had glitter or something fun to pour inside. So here’s the truth this was easier than the cards I normally make, just dies, acetate, foam tape and glitter. It has been a while since I’ve made one . . . okay . . . years, but there are lots of great tutorials out there for basic shaker card making – here’s one I did HERE for MFT Stamps a while back and I followed the same steps today.
What to do after you put your shaker card together and decided you should have stamped first? You grab your favorite letters and glue a word down, lol! I particularly like this alphabet Simply Said Alphabet, and the word Joy seems to be a good fit and I didn’t have to risk goofing up my card.
Stamps: None
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Cover – 80lb smooth, Gold Poster Board
Ink: None
Accessories: Amazing Paper Grace Dies, Spellbinders Snowflake Snippets, Spellbinders Simply Said Alphabet , PL-001 Platinum™ Die Cutting And Embossing Machine with 8.5″ Platform, The Paper Studio – Pearls, Satin Ribbon
Happy weekend y’all!
Hi there sweet friends, someone recently asked if I ever make Christmas Cards . . . well, as a matter of fact, I do :-) There were years that I went so overboard, starting Christmas cards as early as July, that I put them on the back burner for several years by making only a handful. A Christmas card is one of the most relaxing cards you can make, am I right? I think about Christmas Carols, baking cookies, hot chocolate, making plans, seeing friends and the goodwill that swirls in the air during the holiday season. Let’s just say the celebrations has begun – so here we go, my first card of the Holiday Season – with things.
My card is a series of stacked frames that are layered to create interest – it’s my go to style because it is so easy. On top of my card base I layered design paper matted with gold using 6 x 6 Matting Basics A and 6 x 6 Matting Basics B to get the bottom matting layer and the thin gold frame – I find that by hand, there is no way to cut these as precisely as I want – that where these two sets of dies are worth their weight in gold. I use them on every square card I make. The second layer is cut using Pierced Squares along with 6 x 6 Matting Basics B. On top I layered Swirling Grace (hint I snipped it in half and glued it back together for a smaller diecut). To finish I created an oval frame with Classic Ovals LG and Classic Ovals SM to highlight a sweet sentiment from Quietfire Design – All Hearts Come Home – another absolute staple in my stash! Oh, and someone will ask – the embellishment bar with pointed ends is from Regal Allure – it’s one of my favs!
Don’t go anywhere though, the Creative Team has some inspiration to share too!
Stamps: Quietfire Design – All Hearts Come Home
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Cover – 80lb smooth, Bazzill – Pomegranate Splash, My Minds Eye, The Paper Studio – Vellum
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Amazing Paper Grace Dies, Spellbinders 6 x 6 Matting Basics A, Spellbinders 6 x 6 Matting Basics B, Spellbinders Pierced Squares, Spellbinders Swirling Grace, Spellbinders Classic Ovals LG, Spellbinders Classic Ovals SM, Spellbinders Regal Allure, PL-001 Platinum™ Die Cutting And Embossing Machine with 8.5″ Platform, The Paper Studio – Pearls, Satin Ribbon
All of the dies the ladies used below belong to my Graceful Borders Collection seen here.
Joanna Krogulec
Kristi Schurr
Melissa Bove
Teresa Horner
Anita Kejriwal
Sending hugs as we start the slow turn to fall. Days are glorious here, it’s a part of the year I truly savor. I hope you are drinking in all the magnificence of changing seasons :-)
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Hi there sweet friends, I think this past three weeks is the longest I’ve ever been away from blogging. We’ll needless to say there is always enough going on behind the scenes in my life and add onto that a little bit of travel and a little bit of hurricane. Thankfully I am in an area that was not hit bad, but my travels took me to Orlando and Jacksonville, that were not as fortunate. Please say a prayer for people who have to rebuild – this kind of thing turns life upside down and a kind thought and word goes a long way.
As you all know, crafting is a part of my every day therapy and self care and it’s also a job. I craft from my heart and what resonates with me most is the trial or triumph that I seem to be going through at the time. I’m resilient, positive and optimistic and when I meet a disappointment or challenge, I think it through from every angle. This new Quietfire Design sentiment found it’s way into my hands today, I didn’t know when I would have call to use it and now I know. I’ve learned that the first step in having other people believe in you is for you to believe in yourself. This stamp is such an excellent reminder and to even pass it on to another, you are giving them to power to take that step. Isn’t it positive?
My card today is a simple card made using the Filigree Bookmark; I’ve simply folded the top edge down, added a sentiment using Hemstitch Rectangles and little flowers using Cinch and Go Flowers 1. Not all cards are given away. Sometimes I like to sit them on my desk to inspire me or to remind me how lovely life is. This brought a little sunshine to my day and I’m sure I will make and send out cards with this powerful statement. Maybe, just maybe it will be at the precise time someone needs to hear these words. :-)
Over the last three weeks the Amazing Paper Grace Creative Team have been creating beauty. I’m so tickled to share some of their creations below.
Stamps: Quietfire Design – The Best Thing
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Cover – 80lb smooth, Bazzill
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black
Accessories: Amazing Paper Grace Dies, Spellbinders Filigree Bookmark/Tag, Spellbinders Hemstitch Rectangles, Spellbinders Cinch and Go Flowers I, PL-001 Platinum™ Die Cutting And Embossing Machine with 8.5″ Platform, The Paper Studio – Pearls, Satin Ribbon
All of the dies the ladies used below belong to my Graceful Borders Collection seen here.
Joanna Krogulec
Joanna used both the Bella Claire Border from my Venise Lace Collection and Graceful Damask Border from Graceful Borders Collection.
Melissa Bove
Teresa Horner
Kristi Schurr
Anita Kejriwal
Thanks for stopping by! Hope you are having a fabulous day!
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Hello Becca
I bought this Die Set from Christine in the UK after I saw it on her Spellbinder website …..thank you for another take on how to use it!
Love Your Blog!
Love Marg
Really beautiful card. I love shaker cards, particularly for children but that’s not to say adults don’t think they’re cool too!
Doreen R
Hi Becca
I really need this die set , your card is so delicate and beautiful.
God Bless
Elaine H X
I have to confess I have never actually made a shaker card although I keep promising myself I will … lol! This is a wonderful example Becca. Hugs Christine x
Wow, this is just stunning, I don’t think I have ever seen a shaker card that was so elegant. You just never seem to run out of ideas. Stunning… Thank you so much for another beautiful card to share. God bless…Denice
Love shakers this is very elegant just your style!
Hi Becca this card is just gorgeous, love it. Christine S
Hi Becca, beautiful shaker card love the idea. I was thinking about getting this die and now I am going to get it.
Thanks !!
GOOD MORNING BECCA,
Girlfriend you are at it again, making me spend money for yet another die that I don’t yet own but MUST HAVE!! You are a definite influence on my cardmaking!
This is so simply pretty and I love this one for sure! I just don’t know how you come up with some of your creations!
Hugs
Ann R.
Hi Becca, I absolutely adore shaker cards, and this is stunning.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
So sparkly and crisp and a little mysterious! Love it!! Thanks!!
Love this card Becca! It looks so elegant and beautiful!
Lovely. I don’t think I have seen this snowflake set before now. Shaky, shaky, shaky! Your link to MFT did not go to your “how to”.
Simply stunning! Of course, doing this in white and gold really brings out the beauty of the card. I’m simply having trouble seeing how each of the die cuts is secured. Silly me!
Thanks for sharing!
Simply beautiful!!! (As always)
Absolutely stunning! Off to search for the dies!
Hugs
Anne(UK)x
So beautiful, just love the card!! Thanks for sharing, be blessed.
Oh. My. Gosh! This is absolutely lovely, Becca. I don’t know how you never run out of ideas. Thank you for sharing this. You never cease to inspire me.
Hugs,
Pam
Woohoo! So much fun to see you expand just a little by making this shaker card. I love ?? Shaker cards! They just make me smile. ?
This is such an elegant version, perfect for your style of design. And I love this die set. As soon as I saw it I thought “shaker cards”! Seems like it will be a wonderful die set for Christmas this year.
Good morning Becca, oh my goodness this absolutely stunning? I love it!!!
Have a good one!!!
Loopy Lyndaxxx
This is a wonderful, creative card!! I love everything about it! You are always so clever, Becca. Thank you for sharing your creativity and beauty!
This is BEAUTIFUL, BECCA! I TOO LOOOOOVE Shaker Cards/Interactive Cards! There are SO MANY DIFFERENT TYPES of “Interactive Cards!” I am ALWAYS LOOKING for new ones! But, this Shaker Card is SO ELEGANT & JUST GORGEOUS with the delicate gold snow flakes, AND the the blocked areas! ;) Yep, I do believe you are RIGHT about the letters being glued on AFTER you forgot to stamp! It is the easiest! LOL ;)(I think that goes with being excited about the card you are making! I do it too!) ;)
Beautiful!
I simply adore your cards and am gradually adding to my die stash. I love the combinations of gold and white. What gold paper do you use? The craft stores rarely have it.
Your bows always are so beautiful. Do you have a tutorial anywhere on your site showing how you make your bows?
I found the videos on how you tie your bows.
This card is so delicate & elegant!
Becca, would you share where you get your gold poster board?
I’ve been unable to find any.
Stunning!
Becca,
I have no words for this!!! Took my breath away. I am continued in utter awe of your talents.
Much Love and Happiness be returned to you as you give to Us!
Thanks Pam
Beautiful card Becca!!!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
Another beautiful card and how fun to include shakers. I’ve never seen them before. I’ve also wondered where do you find your gold poster board?
So beautiful, delicate and so elegant the “Becca” way. I don’t think I have ever seen a more beautiful shaker card.
Another stunning card Becca! Love it !
Sorry I missed this last night busy creating my own cards. This is absolutely beautiful You are simply amazing the ideas that you come up with They area all so pretty
Very cool and Beautiful love the snowflakes and the colors you chose is perfect.
So delicate and stunning at the same time. I love shaker cards. The gold metallic snowflakes are so delicate.
This has to be the most elegant and beautiful shaker card I’ve seen!! Love it!!
Lovely and delicate snowflakes
Hi Becca love this card it is gorgeous !
Thank you for sharing hugs Pam X
This is absolutely stunning! I must check out these dies!
WOW! Elegance at it’s best. Whom ever you send this card to will feel embraced in love.
I just love this sparkly gold star – it’s so delicate and beautiful. Thank you for sharing Becca!
Absolutely elegant. So delicate
You have just shown that a shaker card can be elegant, not just whimsical! This is just beautiful!
That. Is one special shaker card!
Kay
Such a beautiful die set, and your shaker card is gorgeous!