Card Making Hacks - It Doesn’t Have To Cost A Fortune !!

[@maxinecave584]

When I see Marion has uploaded a video when I'm having a bad day I know I'm always going to end up smiling. Thank you Marion as always for your enthusiasm 😊

[@lynnemorton6055]

Hiya Maxine, well said me too. Hope u had a great birthday x

[@maxinecave584]

@lynnemorton6055 she's a good one Thank you for the birthday wishes but it's actually next week x

[@lynnemorton6055]

@@maxinecave584 oh yeah one of the best, makes me smile n laugh everytime. I thought it was today when u mentioned it ctv today. X

[@marionemberson]

I'm so glad I made your day better 🤗🤗🤗

[@marionemberson]

Happy birthday for next week 🥰🥰🥰

[@lindadesgroseilliers17]

I've been paper crafting for 20+ years and really enjoy these kinds of videos. Even though I have a LOT of supplies, sometimes I just need something to kickstart my imagination. For me, I've invested in so many inks, stamps, dies, stencils, etc., that I forget what I have. It seems like every month there is a new product on the market that I feel I have to try. Recently I decided to stop buying (well, not completely, who am I kidding, lol!) and look for new ways to use what I already have. This kind of video is great inspiration. Thank you for continuing to inspire me.

[@marionemberson]

So glad you liked it Linda, I’m always saying I’m going to stop buying… then boom !!!! 😂😂😂🥰🥰🥰

[@lyncrawford3349]

Marion, the tape out of the chemist is called Micropore. Really enjoy watching your video's and having a laugh with you. Best wishes from Northern Ireland.xxx❤❤❤

[@marionemberson]

Oh that’s it Lyn.. Micropore 🤗🤗🤗 so glad you’re enjoying them, thanks for being here 🥰🥰🥰

[@juliathompson1545]

Another excellent video Marion, I love watching you to see what you think of next. You always have fantastic ideas. Great cards from such limited supplies

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Julia 🥰🥰🥰

[@cindyellis765]

I enjoy your videos so much, I always hit the like button as soon as I start video. There”s never been one I didn’t enjoy so why wait? 🤗

[@marionemberson]

😂😂😂 You're the best! Thanks Cindy 🥰🥰🥰

[@ernestinebyrne9912]

Do I like what I see? No! I absolutely love it!!! So happy I found you.

[@marionemberson]

😂😂😂 you had me worried there !! So glad you enjoyed it 🥰🥰🥰

[@beverlygotthardt-xd9gr]

You always first bring a smile to my face then I always learn different things from you,you are very talented. 🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🖌️🖌️🖌️🖌️🖌️🖌️

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much Beverly 😀😀😀

[@susiewittwer9574]

Wonderful cards and with just a few supplies! I really enjoy watching and learning from you and your sense of humor is just delightful!

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much Susie 🥰🥰🥰

[@teresajarkowska5792]

Great video. Lots of basic tips. I love the way in which you often go off at a tangent showing us that it is not necessary to follow a prescriptive path. Great end products with a minimum of tools.

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed it Teresa 🥰🥰

[@denisesalter8501]

Thank you for reminding me the reason to make cards is to enjoy the craft! See what I can do when things go "wonky" (and they do everytime!) Laughing instead of getting mad and throwing the project away in the trash!! You inspire me to have fun again!

[@marionemberson]

Awww You are so welcome! We’ve all been there and I still am, I’m as wonky as they come 😂😂🥰🥰🥰

[@mewdar]

😂😂@@marionemberson

[@mysticsapphire43]

I always love those thingamabobbies 😂

[@marionemberson]

😂😂😂 gotta love a thingamebob 😂😂😂🥰🥰

[@squirelluk]

Love the video, we all have to start somewhere! Not sure if anyone else has said this but before you clean your stencil, give it a quick spritz with water and you can take a print from it so that's another card front and "free" ink :)

[@marionemberson]

Thanks for that, I totally forget to do that, thanks for the reminder 🥰🥰🥰

[@mandyhall1674]

Just love your videos - they're the best. Always good to go back to basics and for us learners its great. Another excellent video Marion and yes, you made me laugh as usual. Excited for the lives and hoping they're at a time we can watch and join in here in Australia. The cards are gorgeous and so versatile. Thank you and have a wonderful weekend.

[@marionemberson]

So glad you like them Mandy. I may have to play around with times, but we’ll get there 🥰🥰🥰

[@mandyhall1674]

Thank you Marion. Hugs xx@@marionemberson

[@amyswares]

Oh no!! Sorry about your bulb! A live with you would be a hoot! Thanks for sharing your talent and hacks!

[@marionemberson]

Thanks, so frustrating 🤗🤗 I can’t wait to get started on them 🥰🥰🥰

[@amyswares]

@@marionemberson When do you usually do lives? I just hit the notification bell but I'm just curious. I'm on the other side of the pond so I'm guessing I'm a handful of hours behind ya but I hope I can catch one!

[@marionemberson]

@@amyswares I haven’t done one yet 😂😂😂 west coast is 8 hours behind me, East is 5, I know I’m not going to be able to please everyone, especially including Aus and NZ… so many different time zones 🙈🙈😂😂😂

[@amyswares]

@@marionemberson I'm East so hopefully it will be doable to drop in ;) so true, you can't make it work for everyone. I get it!

[@dotmitchell8912]

Hello Marion , really enjoyed watching this one , stencils are as versatile as you want them to be .they just seem to stretch your imagination.I’m having a lot of fun with mine and using a lot of inks I have never opened! Thanks for your inspiration and the time and fun you put into your work .Dot from NewZealand

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Dot, so glad you’re enjoying them 🥰🥰🥰

[@paulawray6210]

Nicely done. Any new crafter would enjoy your no judgement presentations! You do a great job. Your encouragement is always appreciated! Thank you!

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much Paula, I really appreciate that 🤗🤗🤗

[@patsmith4430]

Brilliant male cards. Love them.

[@marionemberson]

Thanks Pat 🥰🥰🥰

[@aileenwong212]

Great tips for all, not just newbies! Thank you x

[@marionemberson]

Thank you 🥰🥰🥰

[@mewdar]

Oh Marion stop putting yourself down I love you and the way you do/say things it's just all so natural, dare I say normal? it's like crafting and playing with your best friend ❤ now I have been crafting for quite a few years now but still have so much to learn, what you have shown us today is so very simple but have I ever done this? no I haven't, there is always something that many of us won't have done/tried/seen before, I am shocked that I haven't thought of doing this when I've needed a quick card, so keep inspiring us all, young/old/novice or expert you bring something for everyone..............Thank you

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much, I just think because I’ve done it everyone has 😂😂 thank you for your kind words 🤗🤗🤗

[@angelwooten1985]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@marionemberson]

So glad you like them Angel 🥰🥰🤗

[@bluemac9476]

A really helpful video for cardmakers generally. Its amazing how many different ideas and colour variations you achieved with just three ink pads and a stencil. Love your style which makes me smile.

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much, so glad you enjoyed it 🥰🥰🥰

[@elizabethvann7893]

Great techniques Marion, great for quick cards and look so good. 😊

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Elizabeth 🤗🤗🤗

[@handcraftedbyjojo]

Thank you for all your videos Marion really brightens my day. I love to giggle with you cos it’s mostly what we all do while making cards etc, fluffs & all 😂

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome, so glad you like them 🤗🤗🤗

[@karicoleman3548]

Marion, you’re awesome.

[@marionemberson]

Thank you Kari 🤗🤗🤗

[@Sally-qu3kz]

Great tutorial if you are just starting out Marion I started with just one sentiment stamp and two inks & card, which then created a card making monster 😂

[@marionemberson]

😂😂😂 I love that Sally 🥰🥰🥰

[@cherylwootton4390]

Great video Marion for anyone starting out. You don't need a lot of products to make beautiful cards. Says me that has way too much LOL. I love it when you go off on your tangents, it shows you are human.. I often do the same thing. As I have said before, I love your humor and entertaining personality. Keep up the good work. We appreciate your encouragement to everyone watching.🧡💛💚

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Cheryl, me too 🙈🙈 I wish someone would have told me this, I could have saved a fortune 😂😂😂😂🥰🥰🥰

[@ajhudson2669]

I love this idea and sat watching it thinking, you were going to use the other colour inks, and I thought if only she had some low tack tape, you always make me chuckle, brilliant outcomes on all of the cards 😂 Thanks for sharing Marion 🤗🥰 Mandi x

[@marionemberson]

I totally forgot to use the other colours, that’s how forgetful I am, it’s like seconds and boom… gone 😂😂 so glad you enjoyed it 🥰🥰🥰

[@judyrichert4443]

Thank you for another great video!!! You always put a smile on my face and teach me so much. ❤

[@marionemberson]

That’s so lovely to hear, thank you Judy 🤗🤗🤗

[@michelegourd5742]

I think it was awesome that you shared that you don't have to spend a fortune on supplies!! I think some videos make you feel that you have to have certain products. I stopped watching those because I am on a budget. This was very helpful!!

[@marionemberson]

I totally agree Michele, I have random splurges but love it when I make a for little ££££ 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@fionascott4887]

Great ideas not just for new makers reminds people of what you can do with just a few tools thank you Marion

[@marionemberson]

Thanks Fiona, it’s not all about lots of stash, says me that keeps buying 🙈🙈🙈🤗🤗🤗

[@missdeesaccount]

I'm a first time card maker and I love ❤️ listening to you!!! You have a wonderful sense of humour!! My father's family came from the U.K. so I have the same sense of fun!! I love how you play ❤😂😊much love ❤️

[@marionemberson]

So glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the world of cardmaking 🤗🤗🤗

[@kathyisaako4942]

You always make me smile 😊

[@marionemberson]

That’s lovely to know Kathy 🥰🥰🥰

[@thedailysarah]

This was a fabulous class. I have been cardmaking for years, but it is always great to get new ideas or see peoples' take on the oldies. Thanks so much for this Marion. Have a lovely day xx

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome Sarah, so glad you enjoyed it 🥰🥰🥰

[@beckyhedges9136]

What a brilliant video! I remember starting my card-making journey and wishing I had all the bits and bobs that other crafters had (craft envy is real!) 😂 but I didn't let it put me off. I used to collect all sorts... buttons from clothes, the spare sequin packs you'd often find attached to a new item of clothing, the little thin ribbon you often get in tops ... Over time I built my supplies up, but these sorts of videos are still my favourite and I'm never ashamed to admit that I've learnt something new from them. Thank you!

[@marionemberson]

Oh I get you Becky, I still cut off those ribbons 😂😂😂 my husbands like “what are you doing, you have hundreds of reels of ribbon” and I’m like, “yeah, but I haven’t got this one” 😂😂😂😂😂🥰🥰

[@kerrypocock1075]

Thankyou you are such a help, for saving money. For us pensioners.

[@marionemberson]

You’re so welcome 😍😍

[@weeyin64]

I wash my brushes and foam pads in the sink using baby shampoo and a make-up brush cleaner thing. Baby shampoo is good for removing build up of products

[@marionemberson]

Great tip! Thanks so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@carolmoore4849]

So fun! Love your enthusiasm!

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Carol 🤗🤗🤗

[@bettinakelson5441]

Thank for this great video. I am always looking for inspiration how to use my supplies in different ways.

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching 🥰🥰🥰

[@callycatus]

Great video ..I have been card making for a few years but I enjoyed your tips and good to see you using stencils and stamps and good idea's as to what to use if you have not got certain products and you show there is always a way round it without spending lots of money ..Thankyou

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome! So glad you enjoyed it 🥰🥰🥰

[@jayneboulton4672]

Hi glad I’ve found your channel. My mum passed away and she loved crafting and left tonnes of card making stuff. I really don’t think I will have to buy much as I cannot believe how much she bought and didn’t use. I have four grand children and one on the way so I thought right nanny is going to make their cards from now on. Do you have any kids cards tutorials?

[@marionemberson]

Hi Jayne, sorry about your mum 😢😢 I love that you’re going to use her stash for your grandchildren, it’s such a lovely hobby and you’ll make lots of memories 🤗🤗 this video is great for children, it depends on there age, but lots that I’ve done are good for children with an adult present, look at my playlists, there’s some really simple ones there, I hope that helps 🤗🤗🤗

[@Grijsduif]

Simple but beautyfull! Thanks

[@marionemberson]

Thank you! 🤗🤗🤗

[@ngaiomoore1730]

Such a fantastic video Marion. I love how you do things by going from one thing to the next on the hop. Love the simplicity. Regards from Australia!

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much, so glad you liked it 🥰🥰🥰

[@lynnemorton6055]

Hi Marion, Another fantastic video with brilliant tips. Beautiful cards as usual. Yet again u got it in the bag. Thank you as always. Luv to u. X

[@marionemberson]

Thanks so much Lynne, so glad you enjoyed it 🤗🤗🤗

[@lynnemorton6055]

@@marionemberson Always Marion, ur a joy to watch x

[@mitzi66]

Simple but effective ❤ It is hard deciding what to buy at first, and you are right, a nice smooth cardstock for stamping. I quite often use the cheaper post it still pads, there's so much you can use round your home! ❤

[@marionemberson]

So true !! Buttons, bubble wrap, ribbon, coffee, tea etc… and scissors, they should be your best friend 😂🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@myraanderson9817]

I just love these very simple but there effective they would be great for male cards which I struggle with sometimes , great video ,keep them coming Marion love them

[@marionemberson]

Glad you like them Myra. Thanks for being here 🥰🥰🥰

[@sallys8335]

Just ❤❤❤ you videos. You are so joyful! I’m also encouraged and inspired as I watch. Thank you.

[@marionemberson]

Thank you so much Sally 🥰🥰🥰

[@jeanofarrell3299]

Nice video marion. Great for beginners but sometimes its nice to be reminded that we dont have to have all the fancy doodahs to make really nice cards

[@marionemberson]

Absolutely Jean, glad you enjoyed it 🤗🤗🤗

[@glendamock2041]

Always good advice and tips from you

[@marionemberson]

Thank you Glenda 🥰🥰🥰

[@lindastubbington6105]

Love your videos Marion, you never know where you're going to end up! What a great demo on using limited supplies. Thanks.

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome Linda, thanks for watching 🤗😂😂

[@DVSDonna]

I love how you've kept it so simple! It also reminds me of all the things that we have available to us that we can use to create patterns for backgrounds. For instance, bubble wrap, scrunched up plastic wrap or aluminum foil, etc. When I first started scrapbooking, we were constantly looking for regular everyday things to use on our layouts. Two things that pop into my mind are drywall tape and the plastic produce bags that we often find here in the United States. Not sure if when you get a small bag of fingerling potatoes in the uk, they come in a plastic mesh bag, but that was something that my friends and I would try to figure out how to use on a layout. I feel like this is one of your best craft challenges...trying to figure out how many different ways you can use the same stencil/ ink. Fun, fun, fun! ❤️ Also, was the brand of ink you were trying to think of from the stamp market? 🤔

[@DVSDonna]

Oh, I just imagined that you could use that stencil and then rotated a quarter turn and perhaps ink with a different color. Dang it... I need to go grocery shopping, but now I'm thinking about crafting! Holy guacamole! I have house guests in 9 days. I guess I better get cracking on those chores. 😳🤣

[@marionemberson]

Oh I love a bit of bubble wrap and cling film 😂😂 I think it was, I love the stamp market Cardstock, my friends holding on to some for me 😜😜🥰🥰🥰

[@marionemberson]

Why didn’t I think of that 😂😂 9 days, oh you better get a wiggle on 😂😂🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@abrilderodriguez606]

You are amazing! 😊 Thank you for the saving tips. Your cards are lovely as always.

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome! Thanks for being here 🥰🥰🥰

[@beajackson]

Great explanation for beginners Marion, also great giving fab hacks and advice on alternative products that won’t break the bank. We all need to remember to use what we have rather than buy, buy, buy… I’ve been there, now I only buy products that are versatile 😊😊 can’t wait for the lives, it’s going to be a giggle 😊

[@marionemberson]

So glad you enjoyed it Bea 🤗🤗🤗

[@maureenkillen1503]

Love them for men's cards!!! x

[@marionemberson]

Thanks Maureen 🥰🥰🥰

[@bonnerdebbie]

Lovely cards Marion, thanks!

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome Debbie 🥰🥰🥰

[@stacy18]

Brilliant, thankyou for showing us these ideas 💡 ❤❤

[@marionemberson]

You are so welcome Stacy 🤗🤗🤗

[@susantalcott2485]

You are so very clever!!

[@marionemberson]

Thank you Susan 🤗🤗🤗

[@donnaschraeder8670]

Another fun video!

[@marionemberson]

Glad you enjoyed it Donna 🥰🥰🥰

[@jessicamarcin9811]

Great tutorial!

[@marionemberson]

Thank you Jessica 🤗🤗🤗

[@pauladyer9845]

Great tips..thank you very much

[@marionemberson]

My pleasure! 🥰🥰🥰

[@jacquischofield1478]

Hi Marion! Love your videos, I have about 90,000 questions i would love to ask you 🤣 BUT my main one is, how do you store your dies? I brought some magnetic sheets and they are just shocking!

[@marionemberson]

Thanks Jacqui 🥰 if you check out some of my other videos you may be able to see that I keep them in the original packaging (where I can) and then put them in a sleeve and write the details on the top, then put them in categories, nature, Christmas etc. hope that helps 🥰🥰

[@charlottebradnick8102]

Good ideas.

[@marionemberson]

Glad you like them Charlotte 🤗🤗🤗

[@ChantelleBuser-hs2qj]

Hi! I just love you! My question is where do you get the envelopes to fit your specially made cards?

[@marionemberson]

Thank you, most of my cards are A6 and I get C6 envelopes or I do 4” square and get square envelopes for that 🥰🥰🥰

[@weeyin64]

You can use tracing paper instead of vellum for cards, if you are careful it can be heat embossed too

[@kim-mareeforner3382]

Marion what score board do you use for A4 card? Most of them are for inches.

[@marionemberson]

You certainly can, you just have to be careful as it’s so thin 🥰🥰🥰

[@weeyin64]

The paper I bought is actually quite thick compared to most

[@marionemberson]

I have the original Martha Stewart scoreboard (I’ve been in the industry a loooong time) 😂😂😂

[@marionemberson]

@@weeyin64 my vellum is a nice thickness but is advertised as vellum/tracing paper 😂😂🥰🥰🥰

[@jackieboyd7506]

I'm just starting so thank you for your tutoriuls.. I wonder if you done anything on embossing inks as that is my next step xxx

[@marionemberson]

You’re welcome Jackie, are you referring to embossing ink for embossing powders ? If so, the majority of my videos show embossing powder, my personal fav is the WOW Embossing Slow Drying Ink Pad. 🤗🤗🤗

[@jackieboyd7506]

thank yiu for replying.. yes I've dug deeper and found a few I like.. Rhanks and Happy Xmas.. I love your work xx@@marionemberson

[@MandyRye-rc3fc]

Good lesson Marion, maybe you should try teaching,thanks for tutorial,😁

[@marionemberson]

So glad you enjoyed it Mandy 🤗🤗🤗

[@katscards8847]

I honestly think that temu is a great place for first Time card makers. It's fairly cheap. And you can get all kinds of stuff to start with dies, tape, paper, stamps. I get a lot of my craft dies from temu. Ps I will only use bearly art glue. I love it. 😅

[@marionemberson]

🥰🥰🥰 Bearly Arts is fab isn’t it !!! I got introduced to it from a lady on here (Denise) and I’m so glad, I heard everyone raving but couldn’t get it here, then I suffered with FOMO 😂😂😂 I use it in all my projects now 🥰🥰🥰

[@agnesoneal7816]

You were going to use the other colors

[@marionemberson]

I was !! And I totally forgot to use them, that’s how forgetful I am, it’s like seconds and boom… gone 🙈🙈🙈