Carta Bella Have a Merry Christmas - 34 cards from one 6x6 paper pad

[@rebeccagriffith905]

Hi Kristie, Fabulous Cards! You have inspired me to get busy on my days off! Thanks for sharing. Have a Fabulous week!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Rebecca Griffith Thank you! I’m so happy I’ve inspired you to make some lovely cards. Happy crafting to you! 😊

[@denisedornbusch1002]

Kristie I love to watch you do your magic with these cards.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Denise Dornbusch Thank you! 😊

[@andreagreen571]

Your cards are awesome. Your technique and eye coordination for matching the colors is amazing. I am enjoying myself watch you work your magic. Thank you for sharing.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Andrea Green Aw, thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊

[@vanbridge7232]

You give new crafters hope that with so few craft tools but lovely papers you can still make beautiful cards. Thank you and please keep sharing your talent with us all.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Taylor Woods Thank you! You definitely don’t need all the fancy craft tools available. (Although, they are fun.) 😊

[@nancyfleming4422]

Simply amazing how you can create so many great cards with one paper pack!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Nancy Fleming Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊

[@ingridwalter4870]

You are doing your cards with great accuracy, which is a real pleasure to watch. Also your assembly line way fascinates me. You are mating almost each layer. Great compliments to your way of crafting, which inspires me much. TFS.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ingrid Walter Thank you for your kind words. I really appreciate it. I have always loved adding layers to my cards. It’s actually hard not to anymore. 😊

[@rebeccagrace1675]

I love all your videos. I find myself watching them over and over again. I hope to use all my stored up 6x6 paper packs soon!! I think I’m waiting to get a die cutting machine and dies... so I might be holding onto those packs for awhile!! Thank you so much for sharing!!!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Rebecca Grace Thank you! It’s a great goal wanting to use up all your stored 6x6’s. I know I’ll never be able to do it, but it still feels good finishing off an older 6x6. I just love using dies and would be lost without them. 🙂

[@deborahcarr4058]

I discovered I have an over-abundance of Christmas paper packs so this video is so timely for me! TFS

[@KristieMarcotte]

Deborah Carr Sounds like it’s time for you to get busy making Christmas cards. I think most of use have an abundance of paper in general. I know I do. 🙂

[@sharonm9890]

Such wonderful cards! Thank you for sharing.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Sharon McKinney Thanks for watching my video and for your kind words. 😊

[@dtunjian]

Lovely cards - Thank you again for sharing your creativity

[@KristieMarcotte]

Debra Tunjian Thank you! 😊

[@sheilaperl4155]

Beautiful cards and lovely video!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Sheila Perl Thank you! 😊

[@sashabelle728]

What beautiful cards. I love traditional Christmas colors.

[@KristieMarcotte]

sashabelle728 Thank you! 😊

[@christinepease890]

first time I have come across your work, beautiful and here in France we make more Happy New Year cards, I can use so many of your ideas and just change the sentiments as I always seem to get stuck on making Happy new year cards without too much/ if any Christmas images in them Merci x

[@KristieMarcotte]

chris pease Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. Yes, you can easily just change the sentiments to what you need. Have a beautiful day! 🙂

[@jeannethompson5564]

What a great video! I never once thought to use my scraps inside of my cards at the end of a kit! Duh! Thanks!! 🤓

[@KristieMarcotte]

Jeanne Thompson Thank you! The scraps are so small, but perfect for just a little decoration on the inside of the cards. 😊

[@helenh7475]

Omg. That was unbelievable. So inspiring. Thankyou so much💕💕💕

[@KristieMarcotte]

Helen P Thank you! I appreciate your kindness! 😊

[@ellel.2140]

I much appreciate seeing some older supplies being loved and used! This year, I've really focused on using what's already in my stash, so it's very encouraging to see other crafters doing the same here and there. Your cards were just lovely, and your husband made great choices on the music again. Now, I'm off to find some Christmas stamps and make a few cards for the holidays. Thank you for the inspiration and the motivation!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Elle L. Thank you! I’ve been trying to use up some older paper pads this year. Although, I’ll admit I’ve still purchased a lot of new 6x6’s. It feels good to have one more paper pad completely finished. Happy Christmas card crafting to you! 😊

[@ej3016]

so many beautiful cards - esp love how you used ALL the bits and pieces - in fact I love card #34 the best - thank you for sharing

[@KristieMarcotte]

Elizabeth Johnston Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊

[@dww786]

Add me to the list of those delighted to see another of these videos from you, Kristie. Thanks! That was a great paper pad---loved the muted, traditional colors. And, thanks for the reminder that it's never too early to get going on those holiday cards. :o)

[@KristieMarcotte]

Cards Classic or Cute Aw, thank you! I really appreciate your kindness. It’s always nice to get an early start on Christmas cards. 😊

[@inkroadstamps1625]

ADORE how you do this!!!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ink Road Stamps Thank you! I just love using 6x6 paper pads for card making. The Fir Real stamp set went perfectly with this paper collection. Thank you again for your generosity. 😊

[@Ness1279]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I always love your unique way of making these cards! Have a great weekend. With love from Perth, Australia. xXx

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ness1279 Thank you! I always appreciate your kindness. I hope you have a beautiful day! 💕

[@jeannetomshack875]

Another excellent video, Kristie. Good job on using up an older paper pad. They need love, too. :) I really enjoyed watching these cards come to life. Now I'm thinking about actually starting on my holiday cards. You are quite the inspiration. Only wish there were more hours in the day and fewer distractions from crafting. ;)

[@KristieMarcotte]

Jeanne Tomshack Thank you! It always feels great to finish off an older 6x6 paper pad. I should really quit buying them, but I have zero will power. Lol! 😊

[@tracytracy622]

Hooray, a Christmas gift in July from one of my very favorite mentors!! I wish our two states were closer to each other....oh well... Now I hafta go looking for some Christmas papers and catch up to you! (Hear me moaning and groaning over here ;) ) Thank you, creative friend ♡♡♡

[@KristieMarcotte]

Tracy Tracy Aw, thank you! I have the sweetest crafty friends. 😊 Don’t feel like you need to catch up to me. Just enjoy the time creating lovely cards. 🙂

[@GenevieveCreatedOnALark]

These are gorgeous! I love all the different sentiment stamp sets you have! Makes each card so unique!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Genevieve CreatedOnALark Thank you! 😊

[@LilCraftyNook]

Yay!! I was so happy to see this in my Inbox!! I have started, on a very minuscule scale, my “plan of attack” for Christmas. I make cards for three square dance groups and have this western dancing couple die that gets LOTS of use!! I have little santa hats that fit the guys head perfectly!! Thanks SO much for sharing your love and expertise!!😊❤️

[@KristieMarcotte]

Nikki Hensley Thank you! I’m sure your cards are greatly appreciated. It’s always nice getting a lot of use out of our crafty goodies. 🙂

[@LilCraftyNook]

Kristie Marcotte But then, sadly, I have some stuff that goes rarely used!😜

[@valsfaves787]

Perfect timing, I am working on my Christmas cards and was in need of some new sketch ideas! I love how you used the Misti to stamp on your die cut circles, great tip! And of course, I think the cards are beautiful, as always.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Val's Faves Yay for perfect timing! 😊 I didn’t come up with the tip of using the negatives of the die cuts in the Misti. But it’s very handy when stamping on Circle die cuts. 🙂

[@brendaspurgeon987]

😀🎄 Now I am ready for Christmas

[@KristieMarcotte]

Brenda Spurgeon I’m not ready yet. But at least I’ve finished some of my Christmas cards. 😊

[@sharonjones841]

Wow, these turned out amazing and using up all that pad! You da bomb in my book, Kristie! Love them!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Sharon Jones Thank you! I appreciate your kindness and support. 😊

[@petebartlett2229]

Inspiring. Thank you

[@KristieMarcotte]

Pete Bartlett Thanks for watching! 😊

[@carmenchiapa2323]

Very pretty.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Carmen Chiapa Thank you! 😊

[@aliceadler4569]

I hope you will have another Love from Lizi this month!! This video was wonderful and fresh!!! Loved it!!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Alice Adler Thank you! I loved using the Love from Lizi July kit and would be so happy to use more of their amazing kits. 😊

[@judy6547]

Very inspiring!!!! Thank you!!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Judy Kilgore Thanks for watching my video. 😊

[@kathiezimmerman2284]

awesome as always! tfs!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Kathie Zimmerman Thank you! 😊

[@kennyc36]

Hi Kristie, another woohoo for this video. Another fantastic collection from you - you are so talented. Take care love Shirley (London UK) xxx

[@KristieMarcotte]

kennyc36 Thank you! I’m so happy you enjoyed my video. Have a beautiful day! 😊

[@TEMPLECOOK1]

You are awesome

[@KristieMarcotte]

TEMPLECOOK1 Thank you! 😊

[@jens7621]

I love The Ink Road stamps! I'm so happy to see these ideas. I'm a subscriber now

[@KristieMarcotte]

Jen S Thanks for subscribing! I really appreciate the support. I’m a new follower of The Ink Road stamps. But I just love their unique designs. 😊

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Wonderful set of Christmas cards 😊❤thanks for sharing

[@KristieMarcotte]

Joan Orloff. DK Thank you! 😊

[@bettyweldon3567]

I actually exclaimed “Woohoo”, when I saw that you had posted a new video. I love your cards.

[@Ness1279]

Betty Weldon - I did exactly the same as you!! 😁 With love from Perth, Australia 🇦🇺 xXx

[@KristieMarcotte]

Betty Weldon Aw, thank you! 😊

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ness1279 I have the nicest crafty friends. 😊

[@RhondaMiller]

Wow, they look great.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Rhonda Miller Thank you! 😊

[@ellaconner9452]

pretty cards and lovely music!

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ella Conner Thank you! 😊

[@papercraftmoon869]

Lovley Cards as always! 😍 this remindes me that i need to dig up My christmas papers soon😩🙈🤣 i kinda always start too late with christmas hehe

[@KristieMarcotte]

Papercraft Moon Thank you! I used to always start late on my Christmas cards. Now, it feels so nice to be a bit ahead this year. 😊

[@papercraftmoon869]

Kristie Marcotte its smart to start early! Great that u got some Cards Done :D cant wait for next video😍 hehe and i really cant wait to see this years new christmas papers- always so much and everything is soo pretty! I can never choose so i usually get little of every collection xD

[@dmurfval702]

Love the cards, video and music. Do you listen to music while you make the cards? I'm all caught up on the past videos so look forward to the new ones. Thank you so much for sharing your talent and inspiring me.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Donna Vallee Thank you! I’m usually listening to music, or lately to my daughter talking or singing since it’s summer vacation. 😊

[@lespetitspapiersdepatricia5302]

Bonjour Kristie ! Merci beaucoup pour vos vidéos ! Je suis débutante et je ne comprends pas si les dimensions que vous données dans le sketches sont celles du fond ou celle de la feuille 6x6 ? Merci de votre réponse !

[@KristieMarcotte]

Moon Scrap Hello! Welcome to the fun world of card making. The measurements I list on the sketches are for the pattern papers. Then I add 1/8” for the matted layers. 😊

[@debbieweber1110]

Hi Kristie, still browsing all your older videos. I have a Question.. When a sketch has a circle that lists the measurement of 2 1/2 inches... Do you cut the back/layering cardstock the 2 1/2 and go down for the top layer? Or do you cut the white/sentiment layer 2 1/2 inches and go up for the back/layer? Thanks much for all your videos

[@GenevieveCreatedOnALark]

Oh, I’ve always meant to ask, kind of a dumb question, but do you provide all the envelopes for the cards you donate, or just the cards themselves?

[@KristieMarcotte]

Genevieve CreatedOnALark Not a dumb question at all. I do provide envelopes for all my donated and gifted cards. I buy my envelopes by the case from Heinrich online. It’s the best price I’ve found and the quality is great. 🙂

[@GenevieveCreatedOnALark]

Kristie Marcotte great! Thanks! I’ll check them out!

[@karinewhite-braunger8083]

Any chance of getting you to do one on Echo Park's Alice in Wonderland paper?

[@KristieMarcotte]

Karine White-Braunger Hello. I don’t currently own that paper pad. I will look into it, but I have a long list of paper pads to use. If only there were hours in the day. 🙂

[@heatherupton820]

Nothing to say but thanks again. I'm slowly adding to my already large sketch collection but it's great as you always seem to use ones I haven't come across yet! I have a question - on MFT 233 card, it's fast and I can't quite make it out and I know I've seen you do it before. Do you make a frame and add paper and then turn it over and do the same and attach, making two sides? Sorry, just can't get my head around the technique.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Heather Upton You are very welcome. I love sketches and use them for most of my cards. For MFT sketch 233, I cut out the frame first, then I cut the pattern paper just slightly smaller than the frame and attach it to the backside of the frame. And since I love layers, I matted the whole piece on cardstock that is 1/8” larger than the stitched frame. I hope that makes sense. 🙂

[@heatherupton820]

Thanks Kristie...

[@terrie1226]

Very nice cards.....well done as always....tfs Do you a hard time with sentiments during the Holiday Season?

[@KristieMarcotte]

Terrie Rodrigue Thank you! 😊 I own far too many stamp sets. It’s not hard to find the perfect one for my cards. No matter what the occasion. 🙂

[@LilCraftyNook]

Kristie Marcotte 😂

[@juliehaupt2944]

Do you make all your card bases or do you purchase them? Just curious.

[@KristieMarcotte]

Julie Haupt Hello. I buy a full case of heavy weight cardstock from a local paper company. I pay them to cut the paper in half for card bases. Then I score and fold the card bases at home.

[@Ness1279]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I always love your unique way of making these cards! Have a great weekend. With love from Perth, Australia. xXx

[@KristieMarcotte]

Ness1279 Thank you! 💕 I hope you have a lovely week. 🌸