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Interactive Christmas Cards

30
Nov
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Hello Pebbles Friends! It’s Leanne here today sharing the cutest little 4″x4″ interactive Christmas Cards! And they are incredibly easy to make! These Christmas cards also have an added bonus! Look closely.. I have created a viewfinder where, when you spin the wheel, it appears as though the tree has flickering lights!!

I was totally inspired by my Grade One class and our basic Christmas Art of using two rotating paper plates to create “flickering lights”.  Not sure what I mean? Stay tuned to follow the step by step guide below.

Getting started..

step 1..

Start by gathering Christmas card supplies. I have selected the gorgeous Pebbles Inc Cozy & Bright patterned paper collection to bring this project to life. Add some white cardstock and trim to size (8″x4″). Score a line at 4″ and fold the card in half.

step 2..

Choose a bold red patterned paper and trim to 3.75″x3.75″. Adhere directly to the front of the Christmas card. Before going any further with the more intricate card front, take a moment to trim the decorative border from the Warm & Cozy patterned paper. Cut apart the Christmas phrases and add a simple row of red stitching using a sewing machine. The red thread carries the background colour forward creating an overall cohesive look.

Front plate assembly..

step 3..

Trim a 3.5″x3.5″ piece of patterned paper and punch a half circle notch on the right hand side. In the picture below, the white cardstock front plate is a template. I’ve included it in the photo to visually share the process. To create the tree, trim either green patterned paper or more white cardstock to 2″x3″. With a pencil, mark the center point on the short side (1″). Cut a triangle shape from the 1″ mark to the lower corner on both sides. The triangle should be 3″ tall. Adhere to the front of the patterned paper.

step 4..

Trace and cut a 3″ circle. Position the circle evenly on the reverse side of the patterned paper, allowing access to the circle via the pre cut notch. Trace this circle position (on the reverse side) of the patterned paper and find the center point. note: This is where it is helpful to have a template when making multiple Christmas cards. Punch a hole at the center point.

step 5..

Punch several more holes of varying sizes through the cardstock tree. Take note where the circle has been traced on the reverse side of the patterned paper and keep within the boundary. Any holes outside the circle will just create gaps.

Flickering lights..

step 6..

Take the 3″ circle and punch a hole in the center. Realign with the front plate and secure with a decorative brad.

To allow the circle to move freely, don’t secure the brad too flush to the reverse side of the circle. I recommend testing the spinner before adding foam pop dots to all four corners of the patterned paper.

step 7..

Add any additional layers of patterned paper to the front of the Christmas card before securing the front plate.

step 8..

Using the pop dots, adhere the front plate to the base Christmas Card. Embellish further with the Christmas phrase that was prepared earlier.

step 9..

Finally, complete your Christmas card with a few sequins and enjoy passing them out to your friends!

As the circle spins, the patterns on the paper alter the view seen through the punched holes. You can go as subtle or as bold as you like!

 

Thanks for visiting the blog today. I hope you enjoy this different “spin” on these interactive Christmas cards..x

 

supplies:

Cozy & Bright Decorative Brads 733943

Winter Green Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733920

Merry & Bright Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733922

Jingle All The Way Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733924

Fa La La La Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733925

Tis The Season Cozy & Bright Pattered Paper 733926

Home For Christmas Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733927

Warm & Cozy Cozy & Bright Patterned Paper 733928

White Cardstock

We R Memory Keepers Crop-a-dile

Sticky Thumb Tape Runner

 

 

 

 

 

 

Filed Under: Cards, Christmas, Tutorial, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cozy & Bright, Leanne Allinson

Quick and Easy “Cozy & Bright” Christmas Card Set

28
Nov
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The countdown is on!  With a list of holiday activities and preparations a mile long, are handmade Christmas cards on your list? If you think you don’t have time to make handmade Christmas cards this year, let me try to convince you otherwise!

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

I whipped up this cute little set in a matter of minutes.  With the tiniest bit of preparation, you can too!  Keep reading to see how!

Start by gathering and prepping a few things.  First of all, find this fun page full of 3×4 cards

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

You can either cut the cards apart, or use a decorative die to cut them:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Now cut several strips of patterned paper 1 1/2″ x 5 1/2″

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

A few patterned paper backgrounds are a must!  These are trimmed to 4″ x 5 1/4″

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Grab the set of pre-made tags and brads (not pictured here) that coordinate with this fun collection:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

White card bases are always my first choice – these are cut and scored at a standard 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Once the supplies are gathered, you can assemble the cards lickity split!  All you need is adhesive!  Here we go:

First, lay out the backgrounds:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Place the strips right in the middle of each background.  The are just a bit taller than the backgrounds, so make sure they are 1/8″ over the top and bottom both:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Now you can go ahead and place the tag in the middle of each strip:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Add a brad to each tag top.  Remember those cute 3×4 cards?  Go ahead and place one trimmed card over each tag:

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Only add adhesive to the top part of the 3×4 cards – this will create a fun peek-a-boo, interactive effect!

Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

Attach each piece to a white card background – and you’re all done!!Quick and Easy Christmas Card Set by Wendy Sue Anderson for @PebblesInc. with the "Cozy & Bright" Collection

You could easily make dozens of these cards while you sit and watch a favorite holiday movie!!  They would also make a sweet hostess gift.  Or a gift for a busy friend.  So, tell us, are you planning to make your own handmade cards?  Have we swayed you to our side??!! ♥

Wendy Sue

Supplies:

Cozy & Bright Cardstock Tags
Cozy & Bright Brads
Cozy & Bright “Holly Jolly ” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Santa Land” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Give Joy” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Merry & Bright” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Jingle All the Way” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Home For Christmas” Patterned Paper
Cozy & Bright “Warm & Cozy” Patterned Paper

Filed Under: Cards, Christmas, Tutorial Tagged With: Cardmaking, Cozy & Bright, Quick & Easy, Wendy Sue Anderson

Cozy & Bright Cards with Amanda!

26
Nov
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Hi Pebbles Friends!

Amanda here, & welcome back for more Christmas inspiration with our gorgeous new Cozy & Bright collection!

As we head into December, it’s time to start getting all those beautiful Christmas cards created and ready to write! Today I’m sharing a super quick & simple tutorial on how to make a set of beautiful cards in next to no time!

Here’s a little look at my completed cards…..

Oh aren’t these the sweetest?!! So super cute!

I can’t help but sing, “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas, It’s the best time of the year…”

I may have put the Christmas Carols on while I created these pretty cards 😉 It really is my most favorite Holiday!

But enough chatter, here’s how easy it is to recreate these lovely cards…

 

Start with two sheets of white Bazzill cardstock and trim each sheet 6″ x 8″. Score and fold each cut to create a total of 4 card bases (repeat this process for as many cards as you need). Use the Cozy & Bright Washi Tapes to border the front of each card – as shown above.

Using the reverse side of pattern paper Warm And Cozy, trim 4 rectangles each measuring 3 1/2″ x 5 1/2″. Add a 1 inch thick ribbon 1/2″ from the base of each rectangle.

Foam mount the Warm And Cozy rectangles and adhere to card fronts.

Use the Cozy & Bright 6 x 6 Paper Pad & punch out 4 large circles . Select an ephemera sentiment, and foam mount onto the large cirlces.

Glue the circle sentiments to the card fronts.

Embellish with  more Cardstock Shapes Ephemera, and an Embellished Brad.

Note: I prefer to remove the pins from the back of my brads and adhere them with foam dots, creating a flair button appearance.

So simple, and yet, oh so pretty!!!

Here’s a better look at my Cozy & Bright card set….

SO cute!!!

Absolutely adorable and oh so easy to make!!! You could easily make a dozen of these sweet cards at your next craft afternoon and be prepared for the Season of Giving!

I hope I have inspired you! Happy Holidays & thanks so much for visiting!

Happy Arty Days, Amanda xo

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COZY & BRIGHT SUPPLIES:

733928 Warm And Cozy

733933 Printed Cardstock Shapes Ephemera

733934 Printed Cardstock Shapes Ephemera

733938 Washi Tape

733941 6 x 6 Paper Pad

733943 Embellished Brads

OTHER SUPPLIES:

10-1001 Bazzill Basics Cardstock – White

660709 We R Memory Keepers Clear Cut Punch – Circle

340272 American Crafts Sticky Thumb Foam Dimension Dots

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Amanda Baldwin, Card set, Cardmaking, Cards, Christmas, Cozy & Bright

Gratitude Journal ft. Along the Way

21
Nov
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Hello everyone! It’s Eva on the blog today showing you how to create a cute and easy Gratitude Journal using the new Along the Way line from Jen Hadfield.

A few years ago I made a Gratitude Journal to write one thing everyday, I loved it but somedays I felt I needed more space to express myself. I created this small Gratitude Journal that I think would be perfect to give to a friend during this season!

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I started by cutting this patterned paper in 4×6 inch pieces. Each piece has two images and on the other side the patterned paper has a squared pattern so it is perfect for journaling.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I also cut some plain paper 4 x6 inch and bend everything in half.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

Using my Book Binding Guide by We R Memory Keepers I made holes on all my pages. The tool has a small inclination and you can keep the pages together by twisting the circles! Perfect holes every time!

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I arranged my pages by mixing patterned paper and plain paper pages. On the base I added my cover that was slightly wider than 6 inch.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

Next, I used waxed thread to create a small saddle binding. Go all the way down sewing all the pages and then go up. Tighten your stitches and make a knot on top.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I also used my Mini Magnetic Mat and my Craft Knife to even the edges of my journal.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I used the stickers and die cuts to embellish my book. This line was sentiments perfect for thanksgiving and lovely florals, it is one of my favorite collections so far!

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

The cover has a very simple sentiment and I added a ribbon to close the journal.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

If you want to give these as gifts you can add a strip of patterned paper and a tag on top. The tag package has 36 pieces in 6 different designs! Just add one to one gift and you are ready to go!

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

I really like how the journal turned out, now I have plenty of space to write all the things I am grateful for.

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

How about you? Do you keep a gratitude journal? I think it is a great exercise and a very powerful habit, if you don’t do it you should give it a try!

@evapizarrov teaches you how to make a cute Gratitude Journal using the new #AlongtheWay line from @pebblesinc #pebblesinc #madewithpebbles

And here’s the project I did a few years ago! If you don’t have much time this is perfect! You only need to write one word a day and at then end of the year you will have a full mini book filled with gratitude!

Gratitude Journal by @evapizarrov using the #JJHomeMade line from @pebblesinc

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and thank you for joining me today!

Eva

Supplies
Along The Way Cardstock Stickers (733967)
Along The Way Ephemera (733973)
Along The Way Tags (733980)
Along The Way Patterned Paper (733982)
We R Memory Keepers Mini Magnetic Mat
We R Memory Keepers Craft Knife
W
e R Memory Keepers Book Binding Guide

Filed Under: Mini Album, We R Memory Keepers Tagged With: Eva Pizarro, Gratitude, Mini Album, Thanksgiving

Life with the along the way collection from Guest Designer, Laurie!

16
Nov
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Hello Pebbles Friends and Fans, my name is Laurie! I am so very happy to be a guest designer for Pebbles in the month of November. I was given the opportunity to work with the Along the Way collection by Jen Hadfield and I was so excited to open this beautiful box of goodies! I love the color tones of Jen’s collections and could not wait to dig in and start layering all of the beautiful pieces!
For my first project, I created a traditional 12×12 scrapbook layout. One of my favorite things about Jen’s collections is that they are family-oriented. I’d been waiting on the perfect collection to document some pictures of my girls and this is the collection!
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
I chose to use a grid design for this page so that I could showcase all of the beautiful embellishments and gorgeous prints. I used 3×4 photos and added some simple layers behind them as well as a simple cluster along with the title. The “happy” in the title is from the phrase Thickers and the girls are using the alpha included in this collection. I love the gold foil. It is a bit muted and the perfect hue.
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
For the notebook paper layer, I cut a piece of one of the papers into a 3×4 card.  I then punched three holes down the left edge so that it looks like a tiny piece of notebook paper. It is so cute!
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
For the other embellishment cluster, I used one of the cut-apart tags and layered a couple of patterned papers underneath.  I also used two of the gold-foiled floral pieces from the ephemera pack. Finally, I fussy cut some of the butterflies and dragonflies from patterned paper and used them on foam dots to give a little dimension.
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
I printed my photos in black and white to allow the colors of this collection to stand alone – they really are gorgeous!

I couldn’t stop at one project…so here is one more! After all, when I saw this collection I knew I also had to use it to document our family photos from a couple of years ago.
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
I created a simple one ring mini album, using the 3×4 cut apart cards and the tag pack as my base. I printed all of my photos as 3″x4″ and then arranged them so that I had one picture and one title card for each “page”.
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
This collection made this mini album so easy to create! The colors and the prints are just stunning and the pieces fit my theme so well.
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
This hello friend tag had a “to” and “from” section at the bottom…so I just covered it up using a branding strip and one of the pink word stickers from the collection. I thought this tag would be sweet to go opposite from the picture of my girls. They are besties!
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
I also loved the “I feel pretty. oh so pretty” parts of this collection; they were perfect to document the solo photos of the girls!
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
We have a guest on the blog today using the Along the Way collection. Don't miss it! #pebblesinc
Thank you for spending some time with Pebbles and I today!  The Along the Way collection was an absolute joy to work with!

Have a happy day, friends!
Laurie

Filed Under: Guest Designer, Inspiration, Layout, Papercraft Tagged With: along the way, Guest Designer, Jen Hadfield, laurie crouch, papercrafting, scrapbook, scrapbooking, Tatertots and Jello

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