{"id":66037,"date":"2018-10-29T05:00:50","date_gmt":"2018-10-29T10:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scrapbook-adhesives.com\/blog\/?p=66037"},"modified":"2019-11-21T14:57:26","modified_gmt":"2019-11-21T20:57:26","slug":"oh-what-fun-christmas-card-set-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scrapbook-adhesives.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/29\/oh-what-fun-christmas-card-set-tutorial\/","title":{"rendered":"Oh What Fun! Christmas Card Set Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"

Oh What Fun it is! A certain excitement begins to build as November peeks around the corner at me, I find myself growing eager for the holidays ahead! Hi, it’s Shannon! As a scrapbooker, creating handmade cards for Christmas is practically a must! It’s never too early to start, and I have a cute set just for this post.<\/p>\n

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You can tuck these adorable little cards inside a gift, attach to the top of a hostess gift or pop into the mail for a happy holiday greeting! See how I created these quickly below using the assembly line style, take a look below.<\/p>\n

First, I gathered supplies. I like to stick to a collection for this card set, today it’s called Oh What Fun! As a whole, a collection is easier to work with and match up when you need or want the cards to be similar. It saves a lot of time because all the pieces coordinate with each other.<\/p>\n

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I pre-cut my card bases. Next, I cut some background layers that would serve as visual interest for the card. You will see these layers in the next step-by-step photo. My go-to adhesive tool for is the E-Z Runner\u00ae Grand<\/a>, I am never without it.<\/p>\n

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Oh What Fun Tutorial!<\/h2>\n

Looking at the steps above, you can see how I built up the layers on the cards.<\/p>\n

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  1. I begin with a cardstock base, and add a slightly smaller kraft layer, leaving edges of the cardstock peeking through.<\/li>\n
  2. Using a patterned paper from the collection, I add a layer on top of the kraft layer.<\/li>\n
  3. Admit moment: I love wispy layers. I add vellum\/tracing paper or doilies to pretty much every project I create. If you want to skip this layer, feel free. There is no wrong or right way to create your cards.<\/li>\n
  4. Adding the sentiment or theme of the card is my last step. I use 3D Foam Squares<\/a> to add dimension to the card. Look below to see how to add them to the sentiments. Note: You don’t need a ton of 3D Foam Squares to make a big impact, just a few do the trick!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    The last step in the cards is adding a few accents, like sequins. I love to use Adhesive Dots Mini<\/a>, they’re perfect for adhering tiny sequins and accents to cards, layouts, and home decor.<\/p>\n

    Oh What Fun Close Ups!<\/h2>\n
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    A set of four is a good start, I have many more to make, and I’m feeling hopeful I won’t be rushing to complete cards this year!! I hope this tutorial inspires you to start on your holiday projects. Comment below and tell me if you’ve started making your cards yet.<\/p>\n