quick and easy card set | pebbles inc.

I found another set of cute little cards that I neglected to share here...so I'm sharing them today, even though I can't find the products any longer.  No need to fear though - you can always find a pretty floral paper collection and use the same concepts to create your own version!   

 Would you like to see just how quick and easy these cards really are?  Alright!  Begin by gathering some beautiful floral-y supplies - like these from the new Patio Party collection! For each card, cut a card base from white cardstock - the front should measure 5 1/2" x 4 1/4." Cut one patterned paper to 5 1/4" x 4" and three smaller coordinating pieces for each card 2" x 3 1/2 each.  Cut the cute banners from one of the patterned papers. Gather stickers, layered 3d stickers, ephemera pieces, twine, and enamel dots!

   

 The first step is the easiest - simply place the largest patterned paper piece on the center of the card base. Then, easy as 1,2,3, add the three small rectangle pieces, tilting each one slightly:  

 Now take just a moment to tie some yellow twine around the banner piece.

Now is the time we start building the bouquet!  1. Place the ephemera bouquet on the left patterned piece. 2. Go ahead and add the banner piece to the card front. 3. Place the 3d layered flower sticker on top of the banner, over part of the twine. 4. Tuck the printed leaves under the bottom portion of the 3d flowers. 5. Add two enamel dots to the banner. and 6. Add the final enamel dot to the center of the biggest flower on the 3d piece.

 

Is it true?  Are we done already?  Yep, we sure are! Here's a closer look at the completed card:  

 How fun is the dimension and detail?? So simple, but so full of interest!  

 See?  I told you it was easy! 

 

 

mothers day cards | pebbles inc.

Here's another set of  Mother's Day cards from the past to help get your creative juices flowing for mom!!

Don't let shaped cards intimidate you - they really are quite easy! Here's a quick step-by-step photo tutorial to show you how I made these!

Step 1: Start by folding the card base (cardstock). Use a metal die (this is just one way to do it - you could also use a digital die-cutting machine or even trace a circle onto white cardstock and cut out with scissors) circle shape. Place the die onto the folded cardstock so the top of the die isn't cutting the cardstock - this will leave room for the fold at the top of the card (or the side if you prefer):

Step 2: Cut a circle the same size from patterned paper:

Step 3: Tie a ribbon around the patterned paper and tie in a knot at the left side. I used a staple to secure the ribbon right in the center because I will be covering it soon.

Step 4: Tuck a printed die-cut under the ribbon on the right side of the patterned circle. Allow it to extend off the circle a bit.

Step 5: Now cut a smaller circle from a coordinating patterned paper. For this circle, choose a pattern that is less busy, or a smaller pattern scale. Use foam adhesive squares to attach it to the center of floral circle (covering the staple.

Step 6: Choose your favorite skinny thicker sticker to add the letters to spell out "MOM" on the small circle.

Step 7: Now you can choose to add a "MOM" next to the word. You could also opt to add additional flowers, stickers, or even center "MOM" and leave it alone. But I think these cute girls look like they could be fun young moms, so I'm adding them! ;)

Step 8: Attach the patterned circle to the card base! That's it! Wasn't it so easy?

Use the same basic idea to create a fun card for all of the moms in your life!

Happy Creating and Happy Mother's Day!

 

merry merry holiday favors | pebbles inc.

Last December, I shared this quick and easy holiday party favor idea on the Pebbles, Inc. blog! 

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 It's easy to customize a very inexpensive treat with "Merry Merry" papers and embellishments, resulting in a very fun and festive treat for your guests and friends!  Here's a look at the final basket full of treats - but keep reading to see how easy it is to whip up a bunch for yourself!

 

I started with my all-time favorite sweet treat:

   

 Measure the box and cut a strip of patterned paper to cover it:

   

 After measuring, score the paper to fold around the box:

   

 Now it's time to pull out the embellishments to decorate!

   

 Cut a 3x4 card to add to the front of the box:

   

 Next, use the decorative washi tape to secure the card:

   

 Use foam adhesive squares to attach a die-cut or sticker embellishment:

   

 Now wrap the entire piece around the box and secure with tape on the back.

   

 Repeat as many times as needed for each treat box!

   

 Wrap them up and arrange them, ready to share with your guests!  Now you're one step closer to being ready for your holiday celebrations! 

 Supplies: "Merry Merry" Ho Ho Ho Patterned Paper "Merry Merry" Holly Berries Patterned Paper "Merry Merry" North Pole Patterned Paper "Merry Merry" Washi Tape

quick and easy christmas cards | pebbles inc.

I shared some quick and easy Christmas card ideas on the Pebbles, Inc. blog last year (HERE)! 

You may see a theme in my cardmaking, as I shared another "quick and easy" card post on the Pebbles Inc. blog just last week (HERE)!

Yes, I love quick & easy cards!!

I used the "Merry Merry" collection for last year's cards - you can buy some of it HERE - and you can see all of the fun Pebbles Christmas products available to purchase HERE as well!

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If you are like me, and don't have all of your cards finished (let alone all of the shopping, wrapping, and baking done), let me help by showing you how quickly these cards can be put together! First, here's a quick look at the finished product, then keep scrolling down for the step-by-step instructions - I promise it's easy!!

   

 Here's my secret: I started with these fun 3x4 cards!

 

After I chose which 3x4 card to use, I let that be my guide for choosing patterned papers and embellishments!  For my first card, I chose the cute snowman 3x4 card.  Here's a look at the additional items I chose to coordinate with it:

   

 For the base of the card, I cut a 4" x 5 1/4" piece of red paper for the background and a 1 3/4" x 5 1/4" piece of coordinating paper to add to the edge.  I also wanted to add a strip of coordinating washi tape to the seam.

   

 Next, I used a small hole punch to create small notches where I wanted the twine to be wrapped and tied into a bow:

   

 By adding the notches, the twine will be secure and won't travel across the card:

   

 Now's the time to add the 3x4 card with foam adhesive dots: 

   

 Next, I used some printed die-cuts and cute little puffy stickers to embellish the 3x4 card:

   

 I couldn't resist putting that cute little candy cane in the snowman's hand! ;)

   

 The final step is to place this entire piece on a coordinating card base!  I chose an ivory cardstock which I cut, scored, and folded to create a 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" card base

   

 See, I told you it was easy!  Here are two additional cards I created with the exact same process.  

 It truly would be easy to create a dozen unique cards in an hour or so, as long as you have all of the 3x4 cards and coordinating supplies ready to go!  I hope you're enjoying your holiday season, and finding plenty of time to craft and create too!