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How to Mask an Area of a Card – Ink Blending

How to Mask an Area of a Card – Ink Blending – Merriest Moments – Christmas Card – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – UK

The photo doesn’t do this card justice. It is difficult to photograph the variations and depth the ink blending gives this card.

In this Focus Friday project, I’m looking at using masking paper to create an image on the card. Here I’ve used it to make this perfect white circle surrounded by the inked background. I’ve used the layering circle dies to cut the circle out of masking paper. You can re-use this mask so keep the backing paper safe.

Measurements

Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half.
Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Layering Circles Dies £33.00	Merriest Moments Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £21.00	Orchid Oasis Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Starry Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Versamark Pad £9.00	Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins £6.75
Gold 3/8″ (1 Cm) Shimmer Ribbon £7.50	Blending Brushes £11.75	Stampin’ Up! Masking Paper £6.75	Metallics Embossing Powders £17.00	Heat Tool – Uk Plug £28.00

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I’ve started to run a virtual card club each month in my Facebook Group. We make four to five projects each month. It’s lots of fun and I would love for you to join us. All the details can be found here.

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Use Tags to Make a Christmas Card

How to Use Tags to Make a Christmas Card – Handmade Wishes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK!

This is a very simple design. I’ve cut out 3 tags using the Celebration Tag Dies and Tailored Tag Dies. They are layered up so the holes on the tag match but at different angles. An easy design but very effective.

Measurements

Pacific Point Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Storybook Gnomes Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm
Basic White Cardstock – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50
Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00
Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75	Pacific Point A4 Card Stock £8.75	Storybook Gnomes 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	Celebrate With Tags Bundle (English) £53.00
Tailor Made Tags Dies £21.00	Handmade Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £21.00	Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Fine Sparkle Adhesive Backed Gems £7.00	Real Red & Garden Green 3/8″ (1 Cm) Ribbon Combo Pack £7.00

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Make a Glittery Christmas Card

Make a Glittery Christmas Card – Christmas Card – Christmas to Remember – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

This is a card for people who like all things that sparkle and shine. The Lights Aglow Designer Series Paper (DSP) has gold foiling. I’ve picked this up in the gold glimmer paper and heat embossed sentiment. This gives the card some continuity.

measurements

Thick Basic White Cardstock – A6 Card Base. This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Lights Aglow DSP – 14.35cm X 10cm

other Christmas cards

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50
Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00
Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75	Glimmer 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper £9.50	Lights Aglow 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper £14.00	Stitched Rectangles Dies £33.00
Spruced Up Bundle (English) £42.25	Christmas To Remember Cling Stamp Set (English) £22.00	Versamark Pad £9.00	Metallics Embossing Powders £17.00	Heat Tool – Uk Plug £28.00

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Need a Christmas Card in a Rush?

Need a Christmas Card in a Rush? – Spruced Up – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

This is very simple card to make. You can make a quite a few in a short space of time. Great card to get the kids involved as well. These card fit perfectly in the little card box we made in the last post. Together they are great gift.

This is Focus Friday card. During this month we are looking at different masking techniques. You may wonder where I’ve used this technique in the card above. It was for the sentiment. The original sentiment read “Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year”. I only wanted Merry Christmas and I wanted the word Christmas to below Merry. I masked off parts of the sentiment to achieve this. See the video below to find out how.

measurements

Thick Basic White Cardbase – 3″ X 6″ scored at 3″ on the 6″ side

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Spruced Up Bundle (English) £42.25	Poppy Parade Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Garden Green Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £5.75	Stampin’ Up! Masking Paper £6.75	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards

Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards – Celebrate With Tags – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

This box is very simple to make but really is stunning. It fits our 3″ X 3″ cards perfectly. What a great little gift for someone. You can see how to make the mini cards on Friday’s post.

Mini Cards - Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards - Celebrate With Tags - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK — Mini Cards – Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards – Celebrate With Tags – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

The version above uses Real Red and the Bough of Holly Designer Series Paper (DSP). The one below uses Sweetest Christmas. I love them both.

Sweetest Christmas - Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards - Celebrate With Tags - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK — Sweetest Christmas – Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards – Celebrate With Tags – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

Measurements

Real Red / Garden Green Cardstock – 7 1/2″ X 7 1/2″ scored at 2″ on all sides
Basic White Cardstock – 5 9/16″ X 5 9/16″ scored at 1″ on all sides
Bough of Holly / Sweetest Christmas DSP
- 3 1/4″ X 3 1/4″ X 1 piece
- 3/4″ X 3 1/4″ X 4 pieces

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Real Red A4 Card Stock £8.75	Garden Green A4 Card Stock £8.75	Boughs Of Holly 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	Sweetest Christmas 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	Stitched Rectangles Dies £33.00	Celebrate With Tags Cling Stamp Set (English) £22.00
Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Garden Green Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels £6.75	Real Red & Garden Green 3/8″ (1 Cm) Ribbon Combo Pack £7.00	Simply Scored £28.00

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Look! Simple Design Christmas Card

Look! Simple Design Christmas Card – Kindest Gnomes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Normally, I’m not a fan of gnomes but I’ve fallen in love with this set. I think it’s because it’s perfect for colouring and I love to colour. These cuties are coloured using the Stampin’ Blend Alcohol markers.

The design is very simple with 3 little rectangles that are matted on a darker colour of the same design. Each little gnome has a little area of this own. The colours of the papers above are Soft Succulent and Evening Evergreen. Below you can see my other version which is Tahitian Tide and Starry Sky. Which do you prefer?

Tahitian Tide - Look! Simple Design Christmas Card - Kindest Gnomes - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK — Tahitian Tide – Look! Simple Design Christmas Card – Kindest Gnomes – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

measurements

Thick Basic White Cardstock – 21cm X 20cm scored at 10cm on the 20cm side. This makes your slim line card base.
Evening Evergreen / Starry Sky Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 7.5cm X 5.5cm
Soft Succulent / Tahitian Tide – 7cm X 5cm

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50
Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75	Banners Pick A Punch £23.00	Kindest Gnomes Bundle (English) £46.75
2022–2024 In Color™ 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	2021–2023 In Color™ 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £5.75	Real Red Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50
Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Soft Sea Foam Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Starry Sky Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Tahitian Tide Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Bronze & Ivory Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Perfect Card for Those Who Love Colouring

Perfect Card for Those Who Love Colouring – Christmas Card – Caroling Mice – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK

I love this stamp set. The photo doesn’t do this photo justice. When I saw this set in the catalogue I just had to have it. These little mice are just the cutest. I so enjoyed colouring them with the Stmapin’ Blend Alcohol markers. When I’m colouring I relax and totally lose track of time.

Currently, I’m trying to do more than one version of each card I make. Today is no exception. Above is very traditional and below is the Tahitian Tide / Orchid Oasis one. I think I prefer the traditional Real Red and Shaded Spruce but it is a close run contest.

measurements

Real Red / Tahitian Tide Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm X 2 pieces

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £5.75	Real Red A4 Card Stock £8.75	Tahitian Tide A4 Cardstock £8.75	Celebrate With Tags Cling Stamp Set (English) £22.00	Caroling Mice Host Cling Stamp Set (English) £12.00	Stampin’ Up! Masking Paper £6.75
Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins £6.75	Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Real Red Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Soft Sea Foam Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50
Orchid Oasis Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50	Tahitian Tide Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack £8.50

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to Make this Baubles Card – Two Versions

How to Make this Baubles Card – Two Versions – Spruced Up – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Above is a very traditional version of this card. The colours are Real Red and Shaded Spruce. I’ve added a touch of bling with the gold glimmer paper. The matching dies not only cut out the baubles but also an outline of each bauble which you can use to frame each one. Very cool.

Below is what I call my non-traditional version. The colours are Tahitian Tide (blue) and Polished Pink. I love both but which do you like best? It’s amazing how just changing the colours you use, can change the whole look of a card.

Modern - How to Make this Baubles Card - Two Versions - Spruced Up - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - Lincoln UK — Modern – How to Make this Baubles Card – Two Versions – Spruced Up – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

measurements

Polished Pink / Real Cardstock – A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Black & White Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm
Basic White – 14.35cm X 10cm

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £5.75	Polished Pink A4 Cardstock £8.75	Real Red A4 Card Stock £8.75	Black & White Designs 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper £11.25	Glimmer 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper £9.50	Spruced Up Bundle (English) £42.25
Tahitian Tide Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Polished Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Simply Elegant Trim £7.00

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Make a Jingle Christmas Card

Make a Jingle Christmas Card – Jingle Jingle Jingle – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

I love how this sentiment sounds when said fast. Yes, I know I’m weird. Silly things make me smile. The Jingle Jingle Jingle stamp set is a great set. It’s a two step stamp set with various sentiments. You can stamp the outline or the inner bit or both together. You could also stamp the outline and colour in using your favourite colouring medium.

Below is a Cherry Cobbler version of the same card. Which do you prefer the Soft Succulent Above or the Cherry Cobbler below? Let me know!

Cherry Cobbler - Make a Jingle Christmas Card - Jingle Jingle Jingle - Crafting with Ashee - Independent Stampin' Up! Demo - Lincoln UK. — Cherry Cobbler – Make a Jingle Christmas Card – Jingle Jingle Jingle – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demo – Lincoln UK.

Measurements

Soft Succulent / Basic White Cardstock A6 Card Base – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Lights Aglow Designer Series Paper (DSP) – 14.35cm X 10cm

other Christmas cards

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50	Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00
Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00	Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75
Soft Succulent A4 Cardstock £8.75	Cherry Cobbler A4 Card Stock £8.75	Evening Evergreen A4 Cardstock £8.75	Garden Green A4 Card Stock £8.75	Lights Aglow 6″ X 6″ (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper £14.00	Jingle Jingle Jingle Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) £21.00
Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Soft Succulent Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin’ Pad £7.50	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad £5.75	Festive Pearls £6.75

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

How to get a Bright White Effect on Cards

How to get a Bright White Effect on Cards – Heat Embossing – Focus Friday – Crafting with Ashee – Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator – Lincoln UK

Such a simple but effective Christmas Card. During the month of October, we have been focusing on heat embossing. Today I showed how effective it is to white heat emboss on coloured cardstock. It is the best way to achieve this bright white effect. Even if you use a white pigment ink you won’t get this bright white effect.

measurements

Thick White Basic White Cardstock – A6 Cardbase – This is an A4 sheet cut in half and then folded in half
Pacific Point Cardstock – 1/4 A4 sheet

other projects

Thank you for visiting me. I hope you enjoyed this project and it inspired you. The supply list linked to my online shop and video tutorial are below. Until next time Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

Product List

Basic White A4 Thick Cardstock £8.25	Stamparatus £45.75	Bone Folder £6.75	Paper Trimmer £24.00	Stampin’ Seal £7.50
Basic White C6 Envelopes £7.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue £4.50	Stampin’ Dimensionals £4.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive £6.50	Simply Shammy £8.00
Take Your Pick £9.50	Basic White A4 Cardstock £9.75	Versamark Pad £9.00	Heat Tool – Uk Plug £28.00	Embossing Additions Tool Kit £26.00
Snow Crystal Cling Stamp Set £20.00	Celebrate With Tags Cling Stamp Set (English) £22.00	Pacific Point A4 Card Stock £8.75	Pearl Basic Jewels £5.75	Basics Embossing Powders £17.00

If you would like a copy of the catalogue, click on the contact me button and I will get one out to you. Remember you can shop in my online shop 24 /7 from the comfort of your own home.

I love to read your comments and get feedback on my work so please do comment either here or on my YouTube account.

Category: Christmas

How to Mask an Area of a Card – Ink Blending

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How to Use Tags to Make a Christmas Card

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Make a Glittery Christmas Card

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Need a Christmas Card in a Rush?

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Make a Box To Hold Simple Mini Cards

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Perfect Card for Those Who Love Colouring

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How to Make this Baubles Card – Two Versions

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Make a Jingle Christmas Card

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How to get a Bright White Effect on Cards

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