Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Creative Ribbon Techniques for Card Making


Using Ribbons in Card Making

Boost your card-making designs with the art of using ribbons and twine! Whether you prefer a classic or modern touch, the following ribbon ideas include various textures, sizes, and fibers to suit your homemade card style. From classic bows to intricate twists, let your creativity shine with tips and tricks on incorporating ribbon into your designs. Make every card a masterpiece with the perfect finishing touch!
Take care,
Linda Ann
#1 - Lamb Technique
Winter Meadow Hello Card
Instructions:
  • Add Tear and Tape to the wrong side of the card in the area where the ribbon will be attached. 
  • Starting at the beginning of the tape, press the cut edge of the ribbon vertically onto the card. 
  • Loop the desired amount and secure the ribbon to the Tear and Tape by aligning the side to the first ribbon. 
  • Repeat the loop process and align the third ribbon to the edge of the second one. 
  • Continue this process until the desired length of embellishment is reached. 
  • Secure the ribbon with a piece of tape. 
  • The Lamb Technique was developed by Kelly Lamb - Cards by Christine. 

#2: Diagonal Winding Road Using Trim
Creative Challenge in Gold  Card
Instructions:
  • Secure a piece of Tear and Tape to the area on the front of the card where the ribbon will be located. The length of the tape will be determined by the size of the ribbon. Estimate the size so the middle section of the ribbon will be secured. 
  • On a diagonal, start at the beginning location of the ribbon. While winding back and forth, press the ribbon onto the tape to secure it. 
  • Cover the middle section of the ribbon with a label. Use Dimensionals to adhere the label on the card front. 

#3: Diagonal Winding Road Using Ribbon
Countryside Inn Birthday Wishes Card

Follow the instructions for the Diagonal Winding Road Using Trim. 

#4 Horizontal Winding Road Using Ribbon
Botanical Layers Thank You Card

Follow the instructions for the Diagonal Winding Road Using Trim except place the ribbon horizontal. 

#5: Tags
Instructions:
  • Create the sentiment label.
  • Adhere a piece of Tear and Tape to the back's lower edge of the label. 
  • Cut and fold a piece of ribbon.
  • Press onto the back of the label and secure it with a piece of tape. 
  • Add Dimensionals and adhere the label to the card front. 
  • Trim tag ends diagonally. 

#6: Two-Layered Tied Ribbon

Instructions:
  • Cut the ribbon approximately an inch longer than the card front. 
  • Position on the front of the card and wrap ends to the back. 
  • Tape in place. 
  • Cut another piece of ribbon and tie it on the front of the card. Gently shifting the knot to the back will create a smooth knot. 

#7: Simple Bowtie Ribbon


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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Creating a Blue Zinnia Happy Birthday Card with Countryside Corners Die



Framed Zinnia Card

Step into a world of creative card making with Countryside Inn Suite and the stamped Simply Zinnias. See the flowers bloom to life when framed with the dotted white effects of embossing powder on the Night of Navy cardstock. Take a moment to unwind and color with Stampin' Blends, using an assortment of blues, greens, yellows, and lilacs to bring the Zinnias bloom with every stroke of the alcohol markers. Embrace the mixture of colors with highlighting and shadowing. Get ready to use card making ideas and craft your way to relaxation. 
Take care,
Linda Ann


Do you leave the inside of your card blank? Have fun stamping a partial Zinnia in one of the corners and color with Stampin' Blends. Using a mixture of colors can be pleasing. 


Stamps

 

Simply Zinnia

Beach Day

Countryside Corners

 

Dies

 

Countryside Corners

Cardstock

(height and width)

 

 

 

Night of Navy – 8.5” x 5.5” scored and folded landscape at 4.25” (card base), 4” x 5.5” (stamped, heat embossed, die cut frame), 5.25” x 4” (inside mat).

 Basic White – 5.25” x 4” (die cut stamped floral), 5” x 3.75” (inside), .75” x 3.25” (sentiment).

Heat Embossed

 

White Emboss Powder

VersaMark

 

Ink

 

Memento Tuxedo Black

Blends

(Light and Dark)

 

Boho Blue

Night of Navy

Pool Party

Pretty Peacock

Lemon Lolly

Pumpkin Pie

Fresh Freesia

 

Embellishments

 

Tinsel Gems Three Pack

 

Ribbon

 

Textured Boho Blue

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