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Sarah is back with a beautiful Christmas card!

 

Hello again and Happy Thanksgiving!!

There are only a few days left to accomplish all we need to get done prior to sitting down at the table to give thanks - and to stuff ourselves full of all the special foods we take so much time to prepare! So I decided this would be the perfect time to make a Christmas card. Better yet - a fairly simple and easy one, so as to save precious time that we all seem to need more of this time of year! 

I started out with a 5 3/4"x12" piece of textured green card stock, and folded it in half so that it is a tad taller (6") than wide (5 3/4"). I layered a red piece of card stock on top of the green, followed by a layer of brushed gold card stock. I wrapped a piece of green satin ribbon around the top two layers in the middle. Then I cut out my beautiful "wreath" using the awesome English Tea Party doily die from Cheery Lynn Designs. This was my first time using this die, and I just fell in love with it! The detail in it is amazing- and it cut out so beautifully!

 

I then added a circle of caramel colored card stock in the center to put my floral sticker on, and then just added a circle of Nestabling Petite Scalloped Circle gold rhinestones for bling! You just peel the whole circle off and stick it down - so quick and easy without having to try to space each rhinestone evenly. I just love all the Nestabling rhinestones and pearls!

For my sentiment I used the Spellbinders Fancy Tags dies and stamped onto an oval piece of gold card stock in black ink. And for a couple of little finishing touches I tied a bow using the Bow Easy tool (so great!) to add to the top of the wreath, and put a few little dew drops in two corners. 

Sarah Bennett
http://my-little-somethings.blogspot.com/

So now that I have my first Christmas card done - and it was so quick and easy - I am feeling a bit better about all that I have ahead of me yet to accomplish ;-)

With wishes for a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving,

Sarah 

 

Thanks, Sarah!!

 

Now is a great time to join the Classy Cards 'n Such Yahoo group here for exclusive weekly discounts!  Who doesn't need discounts during the holidays???

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

 

 

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Lilac 3D Art from Linda

Linda has another of her beautiful creations to share.   This one is that oh-so-pretty and oh-so-easy 3D art!   Linda is a fan of pink and chose the lilacs to work with on this card.  The lilacs are included on a sheet of 3D art with two other beautiful flowers.  Linda used Spellbinders Labels Eighteen to cut the base for the lilacs.  She built dimension into the image by layering with the large Joy! foam pads as well as the small Joy! foam pads.  These tiny foam pads are so handy for small work like this!  And these sheets of foam pads last a LONG time...especially the small size.  The Crafter's Tools are ideal for placing these pads!

Linda die cut two white and two pink mini butterflies, combined alternate colors and shaped their wings for dimension.  She added pink pearls to their bodies and to the corners of the card.  The Get Well Soon sentiment is from the gold multi-sayings outline stickers.  She finished the card with a pretty light pink bow and a gold frame using fine border thick thin stickers.

Thanks, Linda!!!

In addition to the Classy Christmas Kits, how about a new Classy Christmas Embossing Bundle??  This bundle is designed to help you make great Christmas cards with a minimal time investment!  Who doesn't have time issues at this time of year?  I think most of us have time issues all year, but we are especially busy during the holidays!  This bundle is a bargain at $23.50!  If you purchased each item separately, the cost would be more than $27.00.  Order yours now!!  No promo code needed!!  The Embossing Bundle contains:

• One Baubles embossing folder by Crafts Too!
• One Swirl Baubles embossing folder by Crafts Too!
• One Christmas Tree embossing folder by Crafts Too!
• One package of Dark Green Rhinestones by Want2Scrap
• One package of Red Rhinestones by Want2Scrap

Only one new item in the shop this week but it is gorgeous!! It's the Spellbinders Layered Poinsettia and you can see it here.

More great sales here!

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Find Classy Cards 'n Such on Facebook here!   It's a new adventure for me so it may take me a bit to get the hang of it, but here goes!

Remember a few posts ago when Jennipher said to let the patterned paper work for you?   That's exactly what I've done with the two birthday cards below!   So easy...just add a few little special touches and you are done!!

The first one is a DCWV card base from the Mariposa collection.  I wanted to match the theme of the card base, so I cut one of the small exotic butterflies from the Esse Smooth Pearlized White cardstock.  I added silver rhinestones down the body of the butterfly.   I didn't have the orange rhinestones at the time, so I colored the silver rhinestones with an orange Copic marker to match the card base.

I cut the layered mats with the Spellbinders Big Scalloped Ovals from paper from my stash.  BTW - the Scalloped Ovals sets are marked down in the Clearance section so get them while the price is so low!  I added pop dots between the mat layers for dimension and I was done!  Quick and easy!!

Beverly

Although this one was a birthday card, it's another one of those versatile cards that could be used for other occasions as well.  Try it!!

My second card was another quick and easy one to do.  The patterned paper is also from the Mariposa collection by DCWV and is cut from 12" x 12" paper and matted on paper from my stash.  I used a Martha Stewart punch on the left side.  I added a sentiment from the Inspirational Birthday Rubz and sponged Distress Ink around the edges of the oval.  I love using the Rubz even more since I've discovered using the stylus tool from the Paper Blossom Tool Kit by McGill.  It's a super easy and perfect release almost every time!   Of course, the stylus tools make flower making easy too!   Try them!!

I cut the mats using the Spellbinders Big Scalloped Ovals from paper in my stash.  I added the beautiful Brown Rhinestone Finesse Swirls above and below the sentiment. 

I finished the card with a gold butterfly sticker snipped right off the end of a border strip and then framed the card with gold lines stickers.

Beverly

All of the linked items above can be found in the Classy Cards 'n Such shop by clicking on the gold text.

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Thanks for stopping by!!!   Until next time...

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Pearl Rose card...Elisa K's first for Classy Cards 'n Such!!!

Here's Elisa's beautiful pearl rose card!

I'm so excited to be a part of Classy Cards 'n Such and to be sharing my love of all things paper and glue with all of you.

I have a very big weakness for Prima and couldn't help but use a few of my favorite Prima items on my first card.

I chose to work with the Romantique Paper Collection because you just can't go wrong with the color combos and all the gorgeous patterns.  I paired it with the Pearl Flower from Prima, some fabulous satin ribbon, a die cut shape I had on my scrap table, some Prima bling and my favorite kraft cardstock.

Elisa K.
http://perpetualstew.blogspot.com/

Card instructions:

• Trim cardstock to 8.5" x 5.5" and fold in half to create your card base.
• Trim pattern paper to 5.25" x 4"
• Distress edges of die cut shape and adhere to center of you pattern paper.
• Peel off pearl flower from backing and adhere to the center of the die cut shape.
• Add ribbon to pattern paper. Tie off into a bow and adhere to center of your card base.
• Add a gem to each side of the die cut shape.

When you're ready to send your card to someone you can stamp a sentiment onto a piece of scrap paper, punch a hole and tie it to your bow.

I usually never add a sentiment to a card unless I know whom I sending it to.  That way if I need a card in a hurry I can grab my box of cards find one that I think will fit the occasion, stamp my sentiment and apply it to my card. 

Thanks, Elisa!   What a pretty card!!!   Elisa will be back soon with another creation.



I've just lowered prices in the Clearance section, so please be sure to check them out.  Lots of great deals can be found there!

Between now and December 31st, every $50 in products purchased in a single order - after all discounts and before postage is added - will earn you $5.00 in store credit.   This is a great way to save on a Christmas gift for a friend or even for yourself!  These credits don't expire, so if you don't need them now, they will be good when you are ready for them. Full details here.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Cameo Card

Here's another wonderful card from Sarah!

 

I am back again with another card made with wonderful things from Classy Cards 'n Such! 

This card was a lot of fun to make, as there are several really great embellishments on there. I just love embellishments! :-)

I started with a base layer of card stock and stamped it with a cheesecloth stamp in black archival ink.  Over that I put a layer of speckled ivory card stock which I roughed up and distressed. I followed it with a layer of black card stock just enough for a narrow border.

 

Then on went the beautiful patterned paper from the Webster's Pages collection Spring Market/Yacht Club/Country Estate pack . I wrapped two layers of wonderful lace ribbon around the top two papers. I love how the Ecru Delight Lace looks on top of the Black Elegance Lace! NOTE: These lace ribbons look so great in person, and the best part: the ecru lace is only 50 cents per yard, and the black lace is just 75 cents per yard! I only used a total of about 12 inches of each for this card. Seriously, I absolutely love these laces and will be stocking up on more. You just can't beat their value or elegance! :-)

As you can see, this Webster's Pages paper has some really cool images on it. I love the vintage-y feel to them! I knew when I chose this one that I wanted to make sure those cool birds did not go to waste or be covered up. And when I thought of using a stamped cameo image, the tag from the Spellbinders Fancy Tags Three die set came to mind to use as a frame. I love the Victorian look of these tags! And when I placed it under the birds I just loved it, and knew right away that the pearls would be my next addition.

 

I put a Prima flower in the corner, and then stamped the scripture in black archival ink. There were so many different sentiments I could have chosen from to make this a card for many different occasions: birthday, thank you, thinking of you, missing you... that's what I love about these papers: you can use them for almost anything depending on your mood or the occasion. 

 

 

Sarah Bennetthttp://my-little-somethings.blogspot.com/

Thanks for taking a look at my latest creation for Classy Cards 'n Such. I'll be back with another one soon!

 

Thanks, Sarah!!  All of the above linked items can be found in the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop.   Take a look!

 

Between now and December 31st, every $50 in products purchased in a single order - after all discounts and before postage is added - will earn you $5.00 in store credit.   Full details here.

All of the current discounts can be seen here.  There are some great deals to be had, so grab them now!

 

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

 

 

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Lacey Pumpkin Corner Flourish

Need something quick and simple for those last minute Thanksgiving cards or place cards on your Thanksgiving table?   Here's your answer - the Lacey Pumpkin Corner Flourish!

I only have 5 left, so hurry!   I'll get them out to you ASAP and if you want me to use priority mail, please note that in the comments.  And remember, if your order contains only Cheery Lynn products or Scor-Pal products and totals at least $50, shipping is free!

Linda made this quick and simple, yet very elegant card.  Try it, won't you??  From Linda:

Need a really quick and easy Thanksgiving card?  This ones fits that description.  The main focal point of this card is the Lacey Pumpkin Corner Flourish from Cheery Lynn Designs in the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop.  I cut this from paper in my stash and  attached it to my layered cardstock.  I then used the Spellbinders Labels Ten to add the Thanksgiving sentiment. As a final touch,  I dressed it up a bit with pearls and fall  leaves.  And there you have it, a very quick and easy Thanksgiving Card that anyone would love to receive!

Thanks, Linda!

There is gorgeous new Want2Scrap bling in the shop!!

• Baby bling - Purple pearls, Steel Blue pearls
• Rhinestones - Light Green, Orange
• Nestabling
• Fancy Tags Three - Rhinestones in black and silver, White Pearls
• Pink Rhinestone Scalloped Hearts

There is also a new 3D Easel Card Kit in the shop here.   These kits are great for a relatively quick, yet eye-catching card!!  You can see all of the 3D art here. 

Click on the links above to easily see the items.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Happy Veterans Day!

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Gorgeous 3-D art from Jennipher!!!

Today I had the opportunity to experiment with the wonderful 3-D art that Beverly has in the store. I chose to work with the 3-D die-cut flowers by the sheet.

Anemones
http://jennipherlowery.com

The sheet I worked with today has Lilacs, Hyacinths, and Anemones on it. This was super easy and fun. All you do is pop-out the completed flower arrangement that you want to work with. Then, working by numbers (and the sheet is numbered) you adhere the layers on top of the die-cut arrangement with foam pads.

I used the new foam pads by Joy Crafts that Beverly has recently added to the store and I really like working with them. I bought both sizes and I'm glad I did. The smallest size is just perfect for those little tiny things, like flower stems, that need to be popped-up. 

Once I had my arrangement completed I adhered it to a Stardream Chiara Coral lacy oval that I cut with my Spellbinders Lacy Oval die. For my card base I used Esse Smooth Pearlized White Neenah paper. I added a layer of designer paper from the Romantique Collection by Prima.

Next, I added a strip of the Textured Two-Toned Ribbon by May Arts in Pink/White across the base layer before adhering the lacy oval with my floral arrangement. This ribbon is so gorgeous in real life!

For the finishing touch, I added some Silver Rhinestones Swirls to the corners. The swirls are actually from a larger piece of bling from Want 2 Scrap and I just cut off the pieces I wanted to use on my card. Don't worry, the rest of the bling is still very useable. 

This card came together quickly using the 3-D art and I strongly encourage you to try a sheet. You'll be hooked in no time! I bought one of every sheet and I can't wait to make another card using these gorgeous flowers. 

Until next time...

Thanks Jennipher!   I love the 3-D art too!   It's like putting a puzzle together only you have all the instructons.   How cool is that??   Follow the links above in Jennipher's post and you will be taken directly to the item in the Classy Cards 'n Such online shop.

Don't forget that you can earn store credit with your orders between now and December 31st!   The credit doesn't expire, so you can shop with it anytime you like.   It's a great way to earn rewards while you do your holiday shopping so that you can treat yourself or a friend in the new year!   Details are on the home page here.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Here is Sarah's first Classy Cards post! 

I am so excited to share my first card for Classy Cards 'n Such with you! I really had fun making it, especially since I was using several of these products for the first time.

I started out knowing I wanted to use the Romantique paper stack from Prima. I always love their papers, and this time was no exception! It was hard to choose, but I finally decided on a lovely piece that I knew would fit my mood ;-) I kept things fairly simple so as to play up the beautiful, soft white flowers in the print. I first distressed the edges of a piece of vellum cardstock (Stampin' Up!). I then added my patterned paper onto it. I adhered them onto my gray cardstock (Stampin' Up!) card base.

 

I used white satin ribbon (Stampin' Up!), and to make my bow look extra nice, I tied it using the Bow Easy. I love that little tool! And when I hung the cross embellishment (Michael's), I did not want the string to show, so I put on one of these wonderful little Webster's Pages Whimsy Lotus Blooms on it. These flowers are so, so pretty! 

 

The sentiment (Stampin' Up! Refuge & Strength), stamped with Jet Black Archival Ink (Ranger),  fit perfectly onto one of the tags from the Spellbinder's Fancy Tags Two die set. I added a coordinating Nestabling silver rhinestones frame over it. These rhinestones are wonderful; they just peel right off and stick on. Easy as can be, and look at the beautiful effect you get!

 

With a few white pearls I had in my stash added to each of the corners, my card was complete. Simple, elegant and a perfect "anytime" card to send someone "just because". 

 

 

Sarah Bennett
http://my-little-somethings.blogspot.com/

 

Thanks, Sarah!!   I'll be back later in the week with Jennipher's latest!!

 

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

 

 

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Announcing the new Classy Cards 'n Such Guest Design Team!!!

I've just gotten the rest of the info I needed to announce the new Classy Cards 'n Such Design Team!   So without further ado, let's welcome Sarah Bennett and Elisa Kammerdiener!   Of course, Jennipher Lowery is staying on, so we will continue to enjoy her creations!

Sarah Bennett

I am a stay-at-home wife and mother of four children. When not busy with my family, I can often be found in my craft room (a.k.a. my "sanctuary"), surrounded by things that inspire me: paper, ink, rubber stamps and embellishments! I consider card making to be a wonderful creative outlet as well as a nice diversion from the busy, hectic and sometimes stressful days we all seem to have.

After years as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I am now concentrating on designing and selling my hand made cards.

I am so pleased to be joining Classy Cards 'n Such as a guest designer for the next few months. It is my sincere hope that you will find inspiration through the cards that I will be sharing here, and enjoy the love of paper crafting as much as I do!   

 

Elisa Kammerdiener
a.k.a Elisa K

I am a mother to 4 adventurous children and a proud Navy wife.  We currently live in Washington state but I am originally from Illinois.

 

I started scrapbooking when I had my first child in a way to keep our families up to date with the everyday things our children do. It has been 18 years now and I am still hooked. I love to scrap the everyday adventures along with the usual family and holiday events. When I'm not scrapbooking I am making cards and teaching card classes at my local scrapbook store 2-3 times a month. 

I already have cards to post later this week from Sarah and Jennipher.   We'll get to see Elisa's first creation for this blog next week.   I'm delighted to have all three of these talented ladies on the Classy Cards 'n Such team!! 

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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Congratulations to Jennipher and more...

Congratulations to our very own designer, Jennipher Lowery!   Jennipher was chosen as this week's winner of the Our Daily Bread Designs Stamping in Time Challenge!   Way to go, Jenn!!   Here's her winning card.

You can read all about it on Jennipher's blog here and on the ODBD blog here.  You have to scroll down a bit to get to Jennipher's but there are some other beautiful cards along the way!

Between now and December 31^st, every $50 in products purchased  - after all discounts and before postage is added - in a single order will earn you $5.00 in store credit.   Here's how it works. 

·         $0 - $49.99  - no store credit

·         $50 - $99.99 - $5 store credit

·         $100 - $149.99 - $10 store credit

·         $150 – $199.99 - $15 store credit

·         $200 - $249.99 - $20 store credit

·         Etc

Order as often as you like and collect even more store credit!   This offer is good on single orders only.   Only multiple orders placed on the same date will be combined to increase your total. You will receive an email with the store credit once your order is processed.

There are new embossing folders in the store this week!  You can see all of the embossing folders by clicking here.  These are the new folders:

·         Baubles

·         Swirl Baubles

·         Tulip Frame

·         Winter Village

These are great folders and some of them are particularly great for quick cards…or embellish as much as you like!
Classy Cards `n Such Gift Certificates are a wonderful solution for holiday gifts!   They can be ordered in any amount and make your holiday shopping a breeze!!

Order your Classy Christmas Kit now!!!   Click here for details.

Thanks for stopping by!!!  Until next time...

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