Times have changed…

I know these are trying times for all of us. Our world, not just our own country, is now in “lock-down.”  Never even imagined something like this could happen.

I have been debating what to do for the next month or so. I’ve spent so much time crafting and playing with newer products for so long, well, now I think I owe it to myself and my husband to get our home put back in order. So, this will be my last blog for the time being.

Before I close down, thought I would share this poem by Donna Ashworth.

History will remember when the world stopped 

And the flights stayed on the ground 

And the cars parked on the street

And the trains didn’t run.

History will remember when the schools closed

And the children stayed indoors  

And the medical staff walked towards the fire

And they did not run.

History will remember when the people sang

On their balconies, in isolation   

But so much together

In courage and song.

History will remember when the people fought

For their old and weak 

Protected the vulnerable          

By doing nothing at all.

History will remember when the virus left

And the houses opened 

And the people came out 

And hugged and kissed    

And started again

Kinder than before.

Thank you for all your support during this world situation.

Please stay safe.

God Bless You and Yours

Envelopes, Card Layouts and Boxed Mailers…

Hello, and thank you for dropping in today. We are doing something a little different and would like to refer you to my March 6^th video on face-book’s Let’s make Cards Group. This is being geared towards our new card crafters but just might aid some of our more seasoned creators.

PACKING DIMENTIONAL FLOWER CARDS

Please note: I order in quantity which saves money in the long run. There are many bulk paper and business suppliers but I prefer using the following for my “mailing supplies".

http://www.papermart.com

Clear Box with Gold Insert:

6-3/8 X 5-3/8 X 1-1/2 1/2# PVC SETUP BX W/GLD CARD

5.1 LBS / case

840965

50/CASE

White Outer Mailing Box:

7 X 6-1/2 X 1-7/8 (I) WHITE TUCK TOP BOX

11.6 LBS / bundle

073427

50/BUNDLE

LAYERED CARD FRONTS FOR DIFFERENT SIZED ENVELOPES

These are just my suggested, personal guidelines – could be altered to your use. I show  a ¼” reduction per layer. Some will go to 1/2” reduction. Just have fun –remember to make the layers your design.

For 6.5” square envelope – use 12”x12” cardstock cut to 6”x12” – fold to 6” Square

          Squared Layers:    5 ¾”

                                       5 1/2”

                                      5 ¼”

                                      5”        

For 4 ¾” x 6 ½” envelope –use 8 ½” x 11” cardstock, cut to 9”x 6 ¼” - then fold to 4 ½” x 6 ¼”

          Layers:        4 ¼” v 6”

                             4” x 5 ¾”

                             3 ¾” x 5 ½”

                             3 ½” x 5 ¼”          

For 4 3/8”x5 ¾” envelope –use 8 ½” x 11” cardstock, cut 4 ½” x  5 ½” - then fold to 4 ¼” x 5 ½”

          Layers:        4” x 5 ¼”

                             3 ¾” x 5”

                             3 ½” x 4 ¾”

                             3 ¼” x 4 ½”          

I think this will give you the idea.

·        Measure your envelope.

·        Use cardstock for the base card. Cut so as the finished base card is at least ¼” smaller than envelope front.

·       Layers should be at least ¼” smaller than base.

·        Each additional layer should be at least another ¼” smaller than previous layer.

For me, being consistent with my reductions has helped the overall appearance. Each of us has our own ideas and preferences for making our “celebration” cards. 

Play with your ideas. Check out other sources for ideas, then create your own.

Well, that is it for today. I hope this has given you some ideas or at least, food for thought.

Till next time,

May God Bless and Watch Over You and Yours.