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DIY Monogram Note Cards

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I enjoy sending quick notes, and it’s even more fun when they are personalized.  Here are some quick Monogram Note Cards that you can make in an afternoon.
Monogram Note Cards add a personal touch to any greeting. These use a rubber stamp from Simply Stamps. They have tons of wonderful designs to choose from. This set of monogram note cards has simple design so you can make lots of them in an afternoon or evening.

I was give product and compensation for this post.  All opinions are my own.

Simply Stamps has a HUGE selection of stamps that can be customized.  I LOVE their monogram stamps, and this design caught my eye right away.  You know I’m all about the flowers and flourishes.

Since I wanted to make a large quantity of these note cards, I kept the design simple without any frills.  Of course, you could add embellishments to yours if you’d like.

I chose a taupe and black color scheme.  The patterned papers are from Die Cuts With A View, and they have shiny embossing on them, making them really classy looking.  They almost look formal.

I think the next set I make will have bright summery colors, and I might add some paper flowers.  Experiment with different colors, and see what you come up with.

Monogram Note Cards add a personal touch to any greeting. These use a rubber stamp from Simply Stamps. They have tons of wonderful designs to choose from. This set of monogram note cards has simple design so you can make lots of them in an afternoon or evening.

Paper Sizes for Monogram Note Cards

  • Card Base – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
  • Mat – 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Card Front – 5″ x 3 3/4″
  • Patterned Paper – 3 3/4″ x 1 3/4″

You could order a stamp and make a set of cards for a friend as a gift.  Tie a pretty ribbon or raffia around the cards and add the monogram stamp so they can use it for other projects.

Make an Adorable Dachshund Card

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If these little dachshunds don’t make the cutest card ever, I’ll eat my hat!

My pound dog passed away two years ago.  I’m not ready for another dog yet, but when I am I want a miniature dachshund.  Everyone on Facebook keeps posting pictures of them, and they are so sweet.  I saw a gray one with black speckles, and it melted me heart…awww!

OK OK onto the card….

Dachshund Card Using Oriental Trading Stamp Set - This is a sweet handmade card for Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any occasion.

The adorable weiner dog stamps came from Oriental Trading Co.  Did you know they had stamps and scrapbooking supplies?  This is a large sheet of stamps, and they were less than $5.00.  What a deal!

Dachshund Card Using Oriental Trading Stamp Set - This is a sweet handmade card for Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any occasion.

Supplies for Dachshund Card

  • Tuxedo Black Momento Ink
  • Dachshund Love Stamps
  • Tiny heart stamps
  • Water colors and brushes
  • Light Pink ink
  • Light pink liquid pearls by Ranger
  • 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ Light Pink Card Stock
  • 5 1/4″ x 4″ Brown Card Stock
  • 5″ x 3 3/4″ Smooth Water Color Paper

Dachshund Card Using Oriental Trading Stamp Set - This is a sweet handmade card for Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any occasion.

Instructions for Dachshund Card

  1. Using the Momento ink, stamp the dachshunds on the water color paper.
  2. Color the dogs with water colors.  I actually used rubber stamping ink.  Let dry.
  3. Stamp small hearts in the background.
  4. Assemble the card using Scrapbooking Adhesive.
  5. Add dots and hearts with the Liquid Pearls.

Dachshund Card Using Oriental Trading Stamp Set - This is a sweet handmade card for Valentine's Day, Anniversary, or any occasion.

I’m fairly new to water coloring, and I wasn’t sure that I liked how it looked at first.  With those sweet pups, how can you not love this card?

This is a sweet Valentine’s Day Card, but it could be for other occasions too.  I can’t wait to use the other stamps in this set!

Simply Stamps Daisy Card

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I wouldn’t mind winter so much if it wasn’t so long.  Come on father time, can we knock off 30 days? Please?  *sigh*

It might be cold and icky outside, but I’m already coloring flowers and making springy cards.  This daisy card using a stamp from Simply Stamps, goes with that theme perfectly.

Daisy Card using a rubber stamp from Simply Stamps. It was colored with Copic Markers, a simple design, rhinestones, and glitter to make a pretty all occasion card.

I was given products and monetary compensation to write this post.  All opinions are my own.

Daisy Card Supply List

  • Daisy Stamp from Simply Stamps
  • Archival Ink – I used Tuxedo Black Momento Ink
  • Copic Markers
  • Light Brown 5 ½” x 8 ½” Card Stock Base
  • Pink 5 ¼” x 4” Card Stock Mat
  • 5” x 3 ¾” Floral Paper
  • Scalloped Circle
  • Rhinestone Circle
  • Star Dust Stickles Glitter Glue by Ranger Industries
  • E-Z Runner Scrapbook Adhesive
  • Foam Squares
  • Small, sharp scissors

Daisy Card using a rubber stamp from Simply Stamps. It was colored with Copic Markers, a simple design, rhinestones, and glitter to make a pretty all occasion card.

In this close up, you can see the texture and dimension of the linen paper, rhinestones, Stickles, embossing on the circle, and shading on the flower.

Here’s a video showing the technique that I used to color the flower and assemble the card.

I took Copic classes from Kit and Clowder.  Their classes are amazing, and they have gorgeous samples on their website.

 

I hope you’ll take a look at my other Simply Stamps projects.

Ship Card

Cupcake Birthday Card

Still looking for ideas for handmade cards?  Fave Crafts has pages and pages of wonderful cards to inspire you!

Simply Stamps Birthday Card

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Every time I turn around I need a birthday card!  If you have school age kids with active social schedules, you’ll need a collection of birthday cards on hand for the endless stack of party invitations that they receive.

Handmade Birthday Cards are also one of my favorites to make.

Simply Stamps Birthday Card - This birthday card uses a cupcake stamp from Simply Stamps and cupcake paper from Stampin' Up. Cute card design that can be used for any occasion.

I was given product and compensation for this post. All opinions and projects are my own.

Today I have a Simply Stamps Birthday Card to share to help replenish your card supply.

Cupcakes are so popular right now.  Who doesn’t love cupcakes??? I love to eat cupcakes, and I love cards with cupcakes on them.

Simply Stamps Birthday Cards - This birthday card uses a cupcake stamp from Simply Stamps and cupcake paper from Stampin' Up. Cute card design that can be used for any occasion.

When I was selected for the Simply Stamps Design Team, I spotted this cute cupcake stamp.  I remembered that I had some really cute cupcake paper in my stash that would match perfectly.   I love it when an idea for a card comes together so quickly.

Simply Stamps Birthday Cards - This birthday card uses a cupcake stamp from Simply Stamps and cupcake paper from Stampin' Up. Cute card design that can be used for any occasion.

For the full supply list, paper sizes, instructions, and a video, visit Happy Birthday Card by Pam.

I hope you’ll take a look at this Ship Card and this Daisy All Occasion Card I made using a stamp from Simply Stamps.

If you’ve never made cards, but are interested in getting started, read Learning to Make Handmade Cards.  It’s a wonderful hobby!

Easy Butterfly Note Card

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Most of my projects lately have been more advanced, but today I’m going to share an Easy Butterfly Note Card.  This project takes only a few supplies and is perfect if you are Learning to Make Handmade Cards.

Butterfly Handmade Note Card for any occasion. This is an easy card to make and is great for the beginning card maker. It only takes a few supplies and simple techniques. Supplies are from Stampin' Up, but you can use any brand.

Supplies Needed for This Note Card

  • 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ Rose Red Card stock from Stampin’ Up
  • 5 1/4″ x 4″ Heart Patterned Paper from Stampin’ Up
  • 2 1/4″ x 2″ Rose Red Card stock from Stampin’ Up
  • 2″ x 1 3/4″ White Card stock
  • Butterfly Stamp from Stampin’ Up
  • 1/2″ x 4″ pink and red floral paper from Stampin’ Up
  • Rose Red Ink from Stampin’ Up
  • Two small pink buttons
  • Tape Runner scrapbook adhesive – If you’re new to making cards and need help with choosing adhesive, visit Card Making and Scrapbooking Adhesive
  • Mini Glue Dots or thick tacky glue to attach buttons

Butterfly Handmade Note Card for any occasion. This is an easy card to make and is great for the beginning card maker. It only takes a few supplies and simple techniques. Supplies are from Stampin' Up, but you can use any brand.

Note Card Instructions

  1. Fold 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ card stock in half to make the card base.
  2. Use the scrapbook tape runner to attach the larger patterned paper to the card base.
  3. Attach the smaller patterned paper to the center of the card.
  4. Stamp the butterfly in the center of the white card stock.  If you’re new to rubber stamping, visit How To Use Rubber Stamps for some helpful tips.
  5. Attach the butterfly to the smaller piece of rose red card stock, and adhere them to the card.
  6. Using the mini glue dots or thick craft glue to attach the buttons to the lower right corner of the card.

And you’re done!  That’s all!  You can use this basic card pattern to create cards for all occasions.

Butterfly Handmade Note Card for any occasion. This is an easy card to make and is great for the beginning card maker. It only takes a few supplies and simple techniques. Supplies are from Stampin' Up, but you can use any brand.

Making note cards is even easier when you buy matching blank cards and envelopes.

 

If you’re just getting started with making cards, I hope you will give this card layout a try.  Also visit Learning To Make Handmade Cards for more information.

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Wild Rose Studio Bella Birthday Card

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There aren’t many critters more adorable than the Wild Rose Studio Bella the Elephant.  I admired the sweetness of Wild Rose Studio stamps for almost a year before I finally got any.

I put several on my Amazon Wish List, and my dear husband got them for me for Christmas.  I have had so much fun making cards with them!
Wild Rose Studio Bella with Presents Stamp - Bella the Elephant so so cute, and she's delivering presents to celebrate someone's birthday!

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Handmade Baby Card Using the Cricut

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A Handmade Baby Card is so much fun to make and also a welcome gift to new parents!  From the pretty pastel papers and buttons to the sweet animal die cuts, they remind me of when my kiddos were babies…..and that was a LONG time ago!
This sweet baby boy card uses the New Arrival Cricut Cartridge and Everyday Paper Dolls Cricut Cartridge. This card has an airplane pulling a personalized banner, train engine with cards, train tracks, and a car with an adorable giraffe poking out his head. There are lots of layers, details, and embellishments on this awesome card!

A friend messaged me about making a Handmade Baby Boy Card for a shower with a Planes, Trains, and Automobiles theme.  I immediately had an idea of what I wanted to make.

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Cricut Wedding Card With Hearts

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It is that time of year, when love is in the air and couples are getting married.  I made this Cricut Wedding Card for a couple that I’ve known for quite a few years.  My daughter has been friends with the groom since middle school.  He used to ride to school with us, and the two of them got into a lot of mischief during high school!  His bride graduated with my daughter, we’ve known her for many years too. Cricut Wedding Card using the Wedding Solutions Cricut Cartridge - Double Hearts…

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