Monday, September 26, 2011

Holiday Cards A Plenty...Oh My!

I just finished making 4 of the 5 cards I am teaching at my October 22nd card class and, man, I have outdone myself (patting myself on the back).

I took a lot of time thinking of what cards were out there and, if it were me, what would I like to see.

Here is the criteria I used to select these cards:

1. It had to use the same stamp set.  As a matter of fact, I used the same stamp!  I wanted to showcase the versatility of this stamp set.

2. It had to have the "WOW' factor.  I mean, a card is CLEAR!  How much more wow can you get.

3. Quick.  The cards have to be able to be made in 5-10 minutes TOPS.  When you have a holiday list to pull together, who needs to waste time.

4. Non traditional colors.  Listen, I love the red and the green, but sometimes I think we have to remember that WE choose the color palate for the holidays.  So Chocolate Chip, Very Vanilla and Bashful Blue...You're up!

5. Easy to modify.  No need to do EXACTLY what I did.  Why not use up some holiday paper you've been dying to use.  Maybe an embossing folder you never got the chance to use.  Perhaps a technique you've always wanted to try.  Changing just one thing in these cards changes the whole look...why not unleash your creativity.

Spaces are still open for the upcoming class.  If you are interested, send me a note at cas_ramirez@yahoo.com.  I need to hear from you by October 15th so I can order supplies.   For $20 you will:


  • get supplies to make 5 holiday cards
  • earn 10% off all supplies you order during the class
  • earn 20% off your supplies if you bring a friend


Sign up and I will also give you access to my special holiday card eNewsletter with special projects and techniques to make your holiday a snap!

WAIT!!!  SO you don't live in Northern VA, but still want to be part of the fun?  Sign up for my eClass.  You'll get EVERYTHING that you would if you came to my class.

To register for the class (in person) click here.  To sign up for the eClass click here.

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Christmas is Coming!

I am busily preparing for my October Holiday Card Making Class.  I have some exciting cards I will share with you featuring the Holiday Line Up stamp (seen to the left).

I found this awesome card made of window sheets (similar to transparency paper).  The card is super easy and because it looks like it floats it will definitely give that WOW (thanks DawnsStampinThoughts for the video!)

I will also be making cards using the Stocking Punch.  I will make a 3D card that stands and features stockings hung with care.  Another holiday WOW!

Want to sign up for the class?  Here are the details:

Date: October 22, 2011
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: 21545 Field Station Terrace, Broadlands, VA

Attendees who will get a 10% discount on anything they may order during the class.


Bring a friend you get 20% off!!


Space is limited so call (914) 483-7464 today to reserve your space!