On yesterday’s post here, I added a bold border to my sympathy card that defined the sentiment. I used the Stampin’ Up! Layering Squares Framelits Dies to create this simple detail. In today’s 1 Minute to WOW! Video Tutorial, I share tips on how I created and layered the frame. Details for the Christmas card in the video will be on my Stampin’ Pretty blog tomorrow.
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Mary, I love this video. IIlearn so very much from you. You are so amazing. Thank you for taking the timer to explain everything to all of us. Your card is so sweet. The black border with te accent on Home make a huge impact. Thank you, Ellen Hinds
thank you, ellen. your charming and kind words made my day complete!
Mary,
I’m still not sure how you did the embossing of the house and tree? Did you have a second piece of white CS just below the house. I understand how you cut the two buildings off, but it is difficult to see if there are two pieces of white CS on the front of the card. Did you have a tutorial about this embossing? If so, I have missed it. I love the simple design of this card. Thanks for sharing.
No embossing . . . just die cut layered over another layer of Whisper White
Love this technique — will try it soon. Thanks so much. !!
Beautiful. I hope you have amazing results when you try, Nancy!
I want to tell you I’m always inspired by your cards and videos. When ever I have a hard time thinking of new things I pull your site up and you just know what I need. Thank you so much. Your amazing! Kim
that’s music to my ears, Kim.
Love the tips about the border and how to cut out for a word! Terrific….I will definitely try this.
I think it adds so much oomph to include the border – even emphasize a favorite word (like “home”). Thanks, Carol.
Thank You for making this video. Great video, I was anxious to see how you did the black frame. You really created a beautiful card. I am anxious to try this method.
Thank you for sharing. Love your blog.
I adore comments and appreciate you taking the time, Mary Ann, to share! Good luck giving this a try.
Beautiful card, Mary. Simple and stunning!
What a wonderful way to wrap up on the computer tonight! Many thanks, Robin!
Fabulous, Lynndorian . . . I’m so glad you liked the card and left a comment!
This is absolutely beautiful! The little frame just took the card over the top. Thank you for your videos. Love them!
Oh Mary …Your wonderful ideas make me so happy! LOVE this one and plan to put it use – Thank you!
Terrific, Susan from Colorado. I’m honored that you want to give it a try.
Thank you Mary… Love the card and thank you for sharing all your tips with us… love the videos…
I appreciate the kind feedback, Bernice. I plan to continue the videos on a regular basis.
Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. I plan on using this technique many times. Thank you for the inspiration.
Wow! You are very welcome, Parker Lee!
I love this card Mary! Thank you for sharing how you created it!
Happy to share, Lori, and appreciate your visit and comment!
What a simple yet stunning card. And, it could easily be mass produced. Thanks for the great idea and the wonderful video!
I hope to try this on more cards. Thick Whisper White really makes the die cut stand out.
Great idea with the frame. Never thought of cutting out a piece of the frame to let the words be seen. Love the clean look. Thanks for the inspiration.
it’ makes a perfect border, Joan!
This is SO COOL! I was trying to figure out how you did it – it is much easier than what I was conjuring up-lol! Thank you so much for the inspiration and WONDERFUL video?
I tried using a marker and straight edge to “draw” the border and failed miserably. Cropping the square does the trick!
This card is one of my favorites. And oh what a smart use of our products. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Lolita (love that name). Your comment means so much!
What a beautiful and simple card! Love this technique. Thanks for the great demonstration and for sharing it.
It makes me to happy to know you found the demonstration helpful, Angie!
Hi Mary. This is Beautiful and inspiring. Is the house actually cut out and glued on the base? It looks like it’s embossed.
It’s a die cut and layered over a piece of Whisper White card stock. I’ll have more details when I post the card tomorrow.
OH MY GOSH Mary………This is BRILLIANT!!!! I kept looking at your card yesterday and trying to figure out HOW DID YOU DO THAT. This technique just couldn’t be any easier. THANKS for sharing this amazing video with us. YOU ROCK THE PAPERCRAFTING WORLD MY FRIEND!
You are such a smile and breath of fresh air each day, Kadie. Thanks for your 1000’s of comments over the years!
Such a lovely card and such an informative video. I can hardly wait to try the frame technique. I thought I was the only person to de-fuzz die cuts with my fingernails! Thanks Mary.
got de-fuzz those guys . . . especially since little bits can build up over time. thanks, cindy!
Mary, this is an absolutely stunning card and a very informative video… thank you.
You have such an artful style – so it means a lot, Debbie!
What a stunning card, Mary. I do like your work. You have a way of making simple cards gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.
that’s my goal, Meg. i want everyone to feel paper crafting empowered!
Again, another great video. Thanks for sharing.
I’m on track for doing a video a week . . . feels good to be sharing tips with everyone that they can immediately use!
LOVE the video! I’m so thankful that you do these videos and are so full of wonderful techniques and ideas! Thanks Mary!!
That’s what I shoot for, Bonnie!
Thanks Mary! I love the detail of the die cut house. It’s really beautiful. Your frame idea is so cool!
It’s one of those things that happened by accident (the frame). Now I love it and am playing with more sentiments to try, Denise.
Great tips for big shot. Thank you
I’m always looking for new ways to use the big shot and dies. Thanks, Susan.
Beautiful card, Mary! Love your frame idea.
Such a sweetie. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, Michelle.
I LOVE this project, and I LOVE this border you’ve created. You are amazing! Such awesome impact!
I love your confidence in me, BK.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talent. The card is very elegant and perfect for Christmas.
Marvelous to hear, Linda. I used Thick Whisper White for all layers to really give the oomph and dimension the die cuts and card base.
Good morning my friend… Now this was a wonderful way to wake up! This is not only an adorable card… It’s a fantastic video and I truly think this is easily on my top three favorite cards that Mary Fish has ever made!
Many thanks for your inspiration and with your permission I can’t wait to case away! Have a wonderful day…..
It’s an honor to have you CASE, Susan. Thanks for your sweetness and a great way to start my day (with your comment) as well!
Beautiful card Mary. TFS
Thanks, Anne. I’ll share the details for the Christmas card tomorrow.