Pumpkin Days

A nice, simple card ready to attach to a bag of Halloween treats!

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Tutorial - Vertical Stepper Cards

Vertical Stepper cards feature concertina sections on both sides and a bridge section that holds everything together, which is also a great spot for embellishments. They're simple to make and can be resized without too much effort, they also fold flat for postage and will fit into a standard envelope.

1. Start with two pieces of cardstock measuring 11" x 5", which will create a card measuring 5" x 5" when folded.

2. Place one piece of cardstock horizontally on your scoreboard and score at 1", 2", 4" and 6". Repeat for the second piece of cardstock, then fold along all the score lines to form two concertinas.

3. Use glue or double sided tape to secure the two large sections together. It doesn't matter which one is uppermost.

4. To decorate, trim some patterned paper to fit each of the sections. You'll need one piece at 47/8" x 47/8", four pieces at 47/8" x 17/8", and four pieces at 47/8" x 7/8". Use glue or tape to secure them to each of the card panels.

5. To form the bridge or closure, cut a piece of cardstock measuring 5" x 11/4", and decorate with patterned paper if desired. You could also stamp an image or sentiment if your prefer.

6. Decide where you'd like the bridge to sit, keeping in mind any decorations you wish to add to your card. Use strong glue or tape to fix the ends of the bridge to the 1" sections of the card.

7. Finish by adding an image, sentiment and whatever embellishments you wish.

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Fright Night

When creating simple cards, I often use markers or ink to colour the cardstock. It's a great way to make sure everything coordinates perfectly and cuts down on the amount of cardstock I need to have in my stash... not that it stops me collecting more! 

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Jack-O-Lanterns

It's pumpkin season at Deanne's house and she's creating lots of wonderful autumn themed projects to get the festivities going, including these two fabulous cards. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween or as a seasonal greeting, her cards feature lots of warm, fall colours, cute embellishments and fabulous patterned papers.

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New Release: The Great Jack Set

I love to draw and colour pumpkins, so designing images for Halloween and Thanksgiving is something I look forward to every year.  I was feeling a little nostalgic for the simpler days of childhood as I drew these images, hence the scribbly shadow lines and vintage typewriter font.

 

Available in Store Now

 

My fabulous designers have created some spectacular cards to share with you using this new set.  From rich, rustic colours with deep shadows and glowing oranges, to heavily distressed, vintage-style cards that capture the mood of the season, I'm certain you'll find something inspiring amongst these beautiful creations.

 

Front and inside card

by Christine Larose

Card and detail

by Ilaria Soverini

Card by

Renee Butchart

Card by

Susan Flynn

Card by

Gail Scott

Card by

Gail Knapton