Masculine-Feminine

I like to experiment with cards to explore their versatility. You don't have to invent each new card. Change the colors for a different look. Tweak this or that for a different feel.
I wanted to make a pair of masculine-feminine cards.

I wanted to try something I had seen on Kristina Werner's Blog:
heat emboss an image on clear buttons.

To lend a more feminine look to this card, I used Sage Shadow CS and the swirl textures plate.
Rounding the edges gave this card an even softer look.

Taffeta ribbon, surprisingly fit through the button holes to add the finishing touch.

Here's the masculine card. The earthy brown is Soft Suede CS. I crumpled the cs to add character and depth. To add more definition, I rubbed the surface of the cs with the ink pad; it almost looks like leather.

I edged the text with the open ink pad too. Twine gives this card a more rustic, rugged look.

You could use these cards for birthdays or just because.

If you'd like to have a custom technique class for you and a few friends, please contact me.

Birthday Specials!

My sister and I will be celebrating our champagne birthday this month; we'll be turning 30 on August 30th. To celebrate I'm offering 2 specials through the month of August:

1. Get 10% off any birthday stamp set or
2. Get 10% off any order over $30.

This offer is not available through my online ordering website.
If you still need a catalog to peruse, email me and I'll make sure to give you one.

Birthday Card Class

Birthday Card Class
Come stamp a dozen birthday cards at my place. You’ll have them on hand and ready to use throughout the year. Make a total of 12 cards to suit your needs: (masculine, feminine, boy, and girl birthday cards).

The cost of the class is $22 and includes a perpetual calendar and a zip-lock bag.
All supplies are provided - including adhesive.
You’ll need about 2 hours to complete your projects.

~ You can also choose to purchase envelopes for an additional $3.
~ If you’d like to make a card-stock box to hold all your cards, add $3.
~ If you’d like to order a sturdy card organizer (Forget-Me-Not Keeper p. 203), add $11.95 to your total.*

Please let me know 2-3 days in advance if you are planning on attending, so I can prepare your materials.
Choose your class session(s):

(A.M. Sessions:) (P.M. Sessions:)
(9:00-12:00 noon) (2:00- 5:00)
(Sat. August 8) ( ------------)
(Wed. August 12) (Wed. August 12)
(Thurs. August 13) (Thurs. August 13)
(Fri. August 14) (Fri. August 14)

**Free envelopes: Register and pay for 2 classes
or register and pay with a friend and you’ll receive free envelopes for both classes!!**

*Depending on when you order and pay, the Forget-Me-Not Keeper may not have arrived by the day of your class, and I’ll make pick-up arrangements with you when it comes.

Please email me with your registration information at: bassem judith@ gmail.com
(There are no spaces in my actual email address.)
Name:

Phone:

Email:

Address:

Which class options you would like:

~Basic Birthday Card Class Fee: $22
~With a box to make: +$3
~With a Forget-Me-Not Keeper: + $11.95
~With envelopes: +$3 (Are you receiving any envelopes for free for signing up with a friend or
for ordering two classes?)

Are you interested in hosting your friends at your house for this class?
As a class hostess, you'll receive a little gift from me.
You may also earn ink pads or card stock or other fun stamping supplies!
Contact me soon to set up a stamping date at your place!

Boy's Birthday Card

Here's a boy's birthday card. Yah, I know it's sideways.
Usually I make cards that are for women/ girls, so here's a little breaking out of my mold.

If you like idea, and want to make something similar, but easier, check out the Rock Star Card Elements kit that matches this stamp set. It's on p. 176 of the current catalog, and contains card stock, designer paper, grosgrain ribbon, buttons, and die-cut adhesive (stars, stripes, and ovals). It costs $15.95 and you can make AT LEAST 9 cards from the kit.


Stamp sets: Starring You (p. 138 111696 $13.95) and Family Phrases (p. 79 111016 $17.95)
Card Stock: Brocade Blue, Old Olive, So Saffron
Ink: VersaMark, Basic Black
Accessories: Clear embossing powder, small and large Star Punches, and dimensionals.

Pretty Birthday Card

Here's a birthday card I made for a sweet little someone in my life.

I rather enjoy the All in the Family stamp set because you can personalize it for the card recipient. I've also used the Family Accessories to doll up this birthday girl, and the Family Phrases for the Salutation.

I've used the Pretty in Pink card stock which is a delicate color that's only available for a limited time as part of the Fall 2008 In Color selection.

I stamped the image onto watercolor paper, so I could paint the background. For easy water-coloring, simply squeeze a stamp pad while closed, so that some ink stays in the lid. Use a blender pen or aqua-painter to pick up the color and apply it to the paper.

I used the following ink colors for this card: Bashful Blue, Basic Black, Old Olive, Pink Pirouette, Rose Red, and VersaMarkOther card stock: Old Olive and So Saffron.

Embellishments and tools: white taffeta ribbon, circle rhinestone brad, dimensionals, small oval punch, black and clear embossing powders, and heat tool.

Contact me if you are interested in making a similar card or ordering any of the materials I used.