Hi Everyone, I hope all have been doing well. Today, I want to blog about a couple of things and share a fun card and instructions.
First, I want to update everyone about my daughter. Sadly, we still have no conclusive news or updates. After my daughter's trip to the Mayfield Clinic in Ohio they decided she needed two more tests ran because of some of their findings from her MRI. She will return to the Mayfield Clinic this week. I'll let everyone know what we learn. Many thanks to all of you who have kept my dear daughter, Jennifer in your thoughts and prayers.
Now for the Silhouette mat tip. I've been so busy and end up squeezing in time for crafting and creating. While I was trying to make some Print and Cut cards my mat was becoming less and less sticky. I didn't want to stop to spray it with some repositionable spray so I grabbed my blue Painter's tape, tore off some small pieces and placed them on the four corners of my mat. I made sure not to cover any part of the registration marks. It worked like a charm and I proceeded to cut all of the rest of the Print and Cuts in this manner. The nice thing about using the tape is that it can be re-used. I just placed it on the edges of my craft table.
At last, the card. I saw an adorable birthday "Pop-Out" card on Creation by Patti Blog. She makes the most wonderful cards and crafts. I loved to visit her blog. After I saw her adorable birthday "Pop-Out" card I decided to make my own cutting file and make a couple of Halloween cards. Patti didn't have any instructions on her blog, but I remembered doing one like this some time ago. It can be tricky to get just right. If you make the angles of the folds correctly, your images will pop out to the left and right. For those new to this technique I would recommend making a sample card with scraps first. It is important to follow the instructions to a tee. Make sure to tuck a small piece of the upper corner under the "band" that holds the "center card in place. Make sure you don't glue the slits at the top portion of the card. It's where the images will pop out to the side.
I've created a template of the Halloween Pop- Out Card with the face of Frankie I used for my boxes. I'm sorry but, I couldn't share the card front image it's copyrighted. I'm sure all of you have some fun Halloween images to use for the front of your cards.
When you pull up on the center "message" or "Image" part of the card Up and Out! goes the arms or any image you choose.
The instructions are included inside the zipped file. It also contains Studio V3 and V2 cutting files. If you would like to give this card a try; you can download it here ---> Halloween Pop-Out Card
Here's some pics. Please make sure to hop over to Patti's blog to see her adorable Birthday Cake Pop -Out card.
First, I want to update everyone about my daughter. Sadly, we still have no conclusive news or updates. After my daughter's trip to the Mayfield Clinic in Ohio they decided she needed two more tests ran because of some of their findings from her MRI. She will return to the Mayfield Clinic this week. I'll let everyone know what we learn. Many thanks to all of you who have kept my dear daughter, Jennifer in your thoughts and prayers.
Now for the Silhouette mat tip. I've been so busy and end up squeezing in time for crafting and creating. While I was trying to make some Print and Cut cards my mat was becoming less and less sticky. I didn't want to stop to spray it with some repositionable spray so I grabbed my blue Painter's tape, tore off some small pieces and placed them on the four corners of my mat. I made sure not to cover any part of the registration marks. It worked like a charm and I proceeded to cut all of the rest of the Print and Cuts in this manner. The nice thing about using the tape is that it can be re-used. I just placed it on the edges of my craft table.
At last, the card. I saw an adorable birthday "Pop-Out" card on Creation by Patti Blog. She makes the most wonderful cards and crafts. I loved to visit her blog. After I saw her adorable birthday "Pop-Out" card I decided to make my own cutting file and make a couple of Halloween cards. Patti didn't have any instructions on her blog, but I remembered doing one like this some time ago. It can be tricky to get just right. If you make the angles of the folds correctly, your images will pop out to the left and right. For those new to this technique I would recommend making a sample card with scraps first. It is important to follow the instructions to a tee. Make sure to tuck a small piece of the upper corner under the "band" that holds the "center card in place. Make sure you don't glue the slits at the top portion of the card. It's where the images will pop out to the side.
I've created a template of the Halloween Pop- Out Card with the face of Frankie I used for my boxes. I'm sorry but, I couldn't share the card front image it's copyrighted. I'm sure all of you have some fun Halloween images to use for the front of your cards.
When you pull up on the center "message" or "Image" part of the card Up and Out! goes the arms or any image you choose.
The instructions are included inside the zipped file. It also contains Studio V3 and V2 cutting files. If you would like to give this card a try; you can download it here ---> Halloween Pop-Out Card
Here's some pics. Please make sure to hop over to Patti's blog to see her adorable Birthday Cake Pop -Out card.
I saw the great card on Patti's blog and saw your comment. Thanks for sharing this! Can't wait to try this and also the cupcake card with the LED light! I never knew thought cards with LED could be DIY!! Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteHi Silvia, We have had lots of fun making the LED light up cards. My eldest daughter does not craft at all, but when she saw her children making the light up cards she jumped right in and started making her own. I hope you get the chance to try both projects. These cards sure make others smile. Hugs, Debbie
DeleteI am so glad I found your site. I love what you do. I am sorry to hear about your daughter I will pray for her and you and family. My hubby is fighting cancer for the 3rd time but at least we know the culprit and how to treat it. Thank you for all you do.
ReplyDeleteHi Lady Jane, I said a prayer for you, your family, and dear husband. I don't know his name but God does. Thank you for your sweet comment. Hugs, Debbie
DeleteFabulous pop out card, Debbie.
ReplyDeleteI saw Patti's bday cake one and will have to try it...I've got those cute little candles, too!
Thank you for always sharing your files.
Thank you Jessie. I love sharing ideas and fun, creative things for others to try out. I hope you have fun with this project. It's one of those cards that just make people smile. Hugs, Debbie
DeleteThanks sweetie for showing us how to make the card and sharing the cut file.So glad you shared with us about Jennifer,she has been on my mind a lot,it is my prayer everything will work out ok.
ReplyDeleteBlessings Jocelan
Thank you Jocelan for thinking of my daughter. She has had some real roller coaster rides with this horrible Chiari. I'm concerned beyond words about the surgery she will be having, but relieved it's finally scheduled. Love and hugs, Debbie
Deletecontinued prayers for your daughter.
ReplyDeleteRe the mat tip- are you saying you taped your paper to the mat with painter tape?
Hi Robyn, Thank you for your prayers. It's been a rough year, but we still have many, many blessings to count.
DeleteI taped the paper on the corners to the mat with "Painter's Tape", it works great!
I love the card but can't figure out how to do the arms. Has anyone done one and maybe provide some guidance?
ReplyDeleteHello, after you make the folds on the angle it will pop the arms up and out. You can do a "test " pull by using double sided tape. It's important to tuck the top corner of the fold a tiny bit under the "band" so the band will grab it, unfold the folds and make the arms pop out. I wish I was feeling well enough to make a video. Sadly, I got some rare disorder and was just released from the hospital. Practicing the angled folds and placing them in the right place will help. Hugs, Debbie
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