Cardmaking 101: Stop Making these MISTAKES when picking cardstock!

🎨 Welcome to Card Making 101 - the ultimate beginner's guide to card making! 🌟 In this comprehensive video series, we'll walk you through the basics of paper crafting. In part one, we delve into the world of card stock, helping you choose the perfect paper for your projects.
Which Cardstock is best for Cardmaking?
By the end of this video, you'll know how to choose the perfect cardstock for your projects, and you'll be able to make beautiful cards quickly and easily! You can find a complete range of cardstock for cardmaking at Craftstash - crft.st/best-value-cardstock-... and remember VIP customers save 10% on all orders!
📚 This episode covers essential cardstock topics such as:
0:00 - 0:44 Introduction:
✅ In part one, we delve into the world of card stock, helping you choose the perfect paper for your projects.
0:44 - 1:08 Choosing Card Stock Weight:
✅ Learn how to differentiate between card stocks for stamping, die cutting, and card bases. Understand the significance of weight (measured in GSM or pounds) for various purposes.
1:08 - 3:09 Exploring Textures:
✅ Explore different textures - smooth, textured, and glossy - and understand their impact on your projects.
3:09 - 5:55 Stamping Tips:
✅ Insights into stamping on different surfaces and the importance of choosing the right ink.
5:55 - 9:25 Varieties of Card Stocks:
✅ Explore a variety of card stocks, including craft card, mirror card, pearlescent card, glitter card, and acetate.
9:25 - 11:46 Storage Tips:
✅ Tips on storage to keep your card stock in perfect condition.
👩‍🎨 Whether you're a crafting novice or looking to refine your skills, join us on this creative journey. Be sure to check out the entire playlist for more tutorials, and subscribe to the Craft Stash KZbin channel for a steady stream of tips, tricks, and inspiration! 🌈✂️ #CardMaking #PaperCrafting #CraftStashTutorial #cardmaking101 #makingcards

[@deb1623]

A BIG tip for storing cardstock is to keep it away from light and dust. Cardstock will fade all along the edges on exposed shelving.

[@SweetT601]

It’s best to use gsm as a way to measure even in the US. A cardstock can say 200 lb and be super lightweight. So gsm is the best way to judge.

[@scrapcathy868]

Look at you in your new room. Great video.

[@Kammitoes]

Your new craft room looks amazing. It's come up so very well.

[@paula-xmoonlitfaeryx]

Great information for beginners but also as a refresher for those who have been crafting longer. Thank you Lou x

[@samanthamarsland7598]

Again, great tips as I want to sell my cards very soon.

[@susanmcalpine6413]

A great refresher. Look forward to this series. Thanks

[@lynnemorton6055]

Hi Lou, brilliant to know. New to card making this is a major factor for me. Great video for beginners, plus a refresher to look back on. Your new craft room is looking great. Thank you as always x

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Lou, what a helpful review. Thanks so much. ❤😊

[@Birds1953]

Very informative. I always learn something from your videos!❤

[@hazelyoung2046]

Great tips Lou xx