CraftyRia Creates Recycled Christmas Cards #1

Craft with me! Let's make some Recycled Christmas Cards!
I hope this inspires you to recycle your cards!
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[@krazeyjannie6349]

I've just found you. I've been recycling used cards for a zillion years and I was really pleased to see how you do yours. I do things like if there is a door I'll cut it so it opens and put another scene behind or I'll cut out the picture balloons/windows/fireplaces and stick cellophane sweet papers behind. Sometimes I'll cut a card slightly smaller than the cardstock but I'd never thought to use another layer. I like that idea. Thanks for your video

[@craftyria]

Thanks for watching! I have done the open door cards and they are so fun to do! Thanks for the ideas.

[@sheryl5252]

last year i made some clear templates to help me size up images and words for my card fronts. i cut out a frame for each popular layer size and then laminated them. i just needed to trim down the lamination and it was done. the clear part inside the frame was the size of the layer needed. i did 4 or 5 different size frames per card size. A2 is my most common but i have other sizes of envelopes so i made one set for each of those. i can't imagine how i made it through all my crafting years without this tool! lol i have tried recycling cards before but am never happy with the results. this year i am watching a lot of videos on how to do it hoping for inspiration and some techniques. thank you for your video. it fulfilled both of the things i was looking for! it's an older video but the techniques are still relevant. thanks again!

[@craftyria]

Thank you!

[@ladyknu-knu9906]

Thank you, that was great. I always throw out my cards even though I hate to. From now on, I am going to try to recycle them as you do. Great ideal.

[@craftyria]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@mawmawvee]

I don't stick my tongue out when I'm trying to place layers on my cards--I move my mouth/lips in the direction I want things to go..... LOL! I love the puppies and kitten who are on the sled! They're too cute!!

[@vickistevenson361]

I have recycled Christmas cards for about 20 years! I just love them! I’ve made many things with them, tags book marks, boxes, and Christmas Countdown Calendars! I never thought of reusing them as cards! Great idea! I look forward to seeing more of your posts on uTube!

[@craftyria]

Thank you! I'll be recycling cards all year long.

[@mawmawvee]

I love your nail polish with the pretty colors of the season!

[@triciamaloney5737]

The acetate template to help with placement was brilliant. Thanks for the idea.

[@user-mp8ud7wn1g]

You have opened my door to a whole new world, you are truly gifted and I cannot wait to try these ideas for myself. Thank you x

[@craftyria]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you found my channel!

[@mauricelebel2605]

Just love to see yr work .

[@lindaoctavio734]

I loved your tutorial on recycling Christmas cards!

[@craftyria]

Thank you for watching!

[@kristinenickley1755]

Also consider using rhinestones as well.

[@victoriaratajeski6843]

Very pretty cards. No favorite,,,I like them all!

[@craftyria]

Thank you Victoria!

[@charlottecramer3221]

You could have added snow with glitter (glitter glue) on the snow in the picture to cover up the Let it Snow words. I would have cut the piece on the bottom past the dark blue border so it was seen all the way around, but that's just my preference. I will use your ideas because I have paper and envelopes to make my own. I am not sure if I will recycle my cards that I received though, because they are sentimental to me from my kids, my parents and my siblings. I enjoyed your video and am excited to get started because I have to make cards for my nieces and nephews for the weekend after New Year's (I didn't buy them for 8), and I picked up some of the small cut pieces in a package at the DT that will look fine as matting. My Grandmother passed away at 96 and my sister had her things because my Gram lived with her, and she had saved many of her cards all those years. I will have to find where I stored them and use those to recycle. I probably have 100 cards from her. Someday I would like to do tutorials as I am a crafter too and I want to share my ideas with others. I can do calligraphy, so I usually write on the back, "Handmade by Charlotte". God Bless You and have a Happy New Year!

[@craftyria]

Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoy the videos. Happy New Year!

[@ruthkoster4140]

Very pretty and you have lots of patience when you make these beautiful ♥️

[@ruthkoster4140]

I like these. They are beautiful when you make them!

[@moniquedeconinck6679]

Bravooooooooooooo super merci 🦋

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

Better-than-Hallmark!

[@craftyria]

Thank you! I can always take a Hallmark and make it better, too!

[@marialoureiro455]

@@craftyria (: lol ... 😚☺

[@mariapatriciachavez2109]

🌈💡👍

[@debbieprotaszczak3026]

Love watching u transform the beautiful xmas cards

[@sherryyost786]

I like the acetate idea. You do a beautiful job and so creative.

[@emmyploeger512]

My mum did this, more than 50 years ago, because she didn't have the money to buy a lot of cards. Now I do it, because I like it

[@craftyria]

I started by making old Christmas cards into postcards when I didn't have the money to buy Christmas cards (and to save money on postage, too). It evolved into me making Christmas cards because I love doing it, too!

[@valeriesmith6592]

Enjoyed the video I have been doing this for years not making cards as much as making tags because at the time I did not have the equipment for Cards, now I make cards also thank you

[@craftyria]

Awesome! I'm glad you found my channel and that I can inspire you!

[@chandlerdemura3423]

Thanks for the beautiful card this here I love homemade cards

[@missdeeva2266]

Love this idea! Thank you

[@margaretbedwell58]

I happened to run into your video and found that you make cards just like I do. My friends have been very generous is giving me their old cards. I also do all occasion, birthday etc. I make gift tags and pick me up tags also. I like your idea of making the view window from the sticker sheet. I will definitely be making one of those especially for the less obvious cuts. Thanks for sharing.

[@Tootsie55]

I save all my cards. Im inspired to reuse them now. Thanks. I use mine sometimes in a small frame at Christmas time. Love Christmas cards.

[@craftyria]

I like the idea of framing Christmas cards. Thanks for watching.

[@marialoureiro455]

( I do the same thing!!!!! ... 😚 Been doing it for years ... ☺ That's why it's hard for me to cut some of them ... but there's always some you will never use!!!!! ... ☺

[@ruthportway5198]

Good tip about using the bone folder to lift layers apart tfs

[@MamawCindy]

Love this Idea. When you were trying to decide to go with the green or red card stock for the card with the presents I was saying go with the green, go with the green. Hee! Hee! When you went with the green I said oh good. Thanks for sharing, I have several cards I can do this with. Merry Christmas!

[@craftyria]

I must have heard you! Thanks for watching and thanks for your reply. There will be more of these videos coming!

[@kirrilyleader9032]

I’ve enjoyed all your tips and tricks I’m definitely going to have a go at thank you

[@craftyria]

Thanks for watching!

[@Bindersandcash19]

I am going to my club tom and l am going to see if they have any old christmas cards thst l can have, l have so much stash thst l have bought over the years that l am going use up first, but cant afford to buy anymore so recyle cards would be ideal, l have been feeling down for a while but your videos always brighten my day and make me want to craft thsnk you x

[@craftyria]

Thank you for the kind message. I'm glad to help brighten your day!

[@gayleneelaban1161]

I love this! I love doing stuff like this and I love the way you teach, step by step!

[@craftyria]

Thank you!

[@luciehorowitz4714]

I just received 110 old Christmas cards - some are older than me. I went through them today and I think that I will be able to make 3 or 4 out of some of them. Now I am looking for used Christmas cards in thrift stores everywhere. I have to finish organizing my cutting dies and then I can start on Christmas cards. I can't wait to put some of your thought processes to work.

[@craftyria]

Wow! That is awesome! I have more videos up and will be doing more throughout the year as well. Thanks for watching and I hope you stay tuned! :)

[@luciehorowitz4714]

@@craftyria I subscribed to your channel. I have another box of unused cards of all types that was given to me and I will start working on those too. I used to stamp and color images, but I have tremors in my hands, so now I craft in alternate ways.

[@craftyria]

@@luciehorowitz4714 I'm sorry to hear about your tremors. One nice thing about recycling cards is that the images are so pretty and most of the hard work is already done for us. We just add a few embellishments and we have a beautiful card! Thank you for subscribing, I really appreciate it!

[@marialoureiro455]

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[@joharris7795]

Love this video. I watch it every year after Xmas to menind me how to recycle my cards for the next year! Thank you!

[@craftyria]

Thank you for watching!

[@kristinenickley1755]

I was taught by a scrapbook instructor that if you are using rhinestones or such, you should always use an even number. Also always keep tweezers available. They help!

[@craftyria]

Thanks for the tip!

[@anneberens5991]

Great ideas!

[@craftyria]

Thank you for watching!

[@sharonlbrown6756]

Your cards are so pretty. I do recycle cards as well. I have a friend who brings me her cards. You have a great technique for doing yours and I will CASE from you. Thanks !!

[@craftyria]

Thank you for watching! There are many recycled cards videos on my channel, so the ideas are endless!

[@juneribbons5196]

Your cards are very nice. I also recycle cards. I use them as gift tags and now that I've started making all season tags I might use some there too

[@craftyria]

That's a great idea!

[@marialoureiro455]

(: A "bow" is exactly what I was thinking of for the Christmas Card with the presents in it!!!!! ... 😚

[@craftyria]

Thanks!

[@yyonak]

New subbie here. This is such an excellent idea 💡 now I know what to do with all of the cards I've received. TYFS and for the inspiration ❤

[@craftyria]

Thank you!

[@marialoureiro455]

(: I'm the same way ... I have craft supplies I have not used, and my nails always get "roughed-up" too ... lol ☺ It seems to be part of the trade!!!!! 😚

[@craftyria]

Be sure to check out my other videos. If you like this one, I think you'll enjoy the others, too. Thanks for watching and for your kind comments.

[@lindarider6744]

I recycle my cards also. I even recycle other occasion cards as well, not just Christmas.

[@craftyria]

Me too! I love recycling all cards!

[@Whatsupmomy]

Love your nail polish 😍

[@harmonysuetanguy8354]

This is my first visit to your channel. I like what I saw. Gives me inspiration to find my old Christmas cards and recycle/up-cycle them. I came over from UTSP group.

[@craftyria]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy!

[@jasann100]

Lovely cards, thanks 🇦🇺😉

[@craftyria]

Thanks!

[@kristinenickley1755]

An idea for the blue with trees, have you thought of of for the bottom using silver washi tape? I don't throw away the inside sentiments either. I haven't subscribed yet, this is the 1st video of yours that I am watching. Pleased so far.

[@craftyria]

Hello! Thanks for watching. That's a great idea!

[@ritabrandow1318]

Thank you again I just discovered your channel. I subscribed to it

[@craftyria]

Thank you, Rita! Welcome!

[@judigilbert5397]

Very pretty 🥰

[@angelaadams9806]

Victor EZ12SBL 12" Easy Read Ruler, No-Glare Straight Edge, Labeled in MM, cm & in (1/2", 1/4", 1/8", 1/16") Stainless Steel, Blue, I ended up buying this one. I am not great at measurements and decided to make my life easier(hopefully, as I haven't been doing much crafting) when I cased card designs and they give measurements. :) Have a great day!

[@craftyria]

The more we practice, the better we get.

[@angelaadams9806]

@@MikeTyson0700 I'm ok. How are you?

[@mo.BDV-49]

I have been doing this for years now that Im a senior I find I forget who sent them to me, the backs I chop off and use them through the year as shopping lists notes etc. So I’m waiting for the day that some one will say I’m sure Iv seen that card before. (By the way I’m Scottish). 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@craftyria]

Thanks for watching! I have a whole series of recycled Christmas card videos (and even more to come). I hope you stick around and enjoy them all!

[@valeriematthews3245]

I love this idea, but I think I'd cut three clear templates so I could make where I want to cut.

[@craftyria]

That's a great idea!

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

Im glad I stumbled on your channel. Your cards are very nice and I like the template you made. I was going to ask where you got it but you answered that in this video. Very creative!

[@craftyria]

Keep checking back, there will be more to come.

[@gayemarianesfox2405]

Maria CraftyRia Johnson I will. You have a great teaching style.

[@craftyria]

@@gayemarianesfox2405 Thank you!

[@paulagatts298]

I also save my old cards

[@marialoureiro455]

(: Thank you!!!!! .... 😚☺

[@ednagallant4370]

Hi, your card look great, would you mind linking your tape gun? Thanks!

[@seabreeze1963]

I can tell you’ve been doing this for a while. You said give you a name... RIAmazing 😊

[@craftyria]

seabreeze1963 Thank you!

[@jefferyrossman4227]

Hello seabreeze How are you feeling today I hope your day is as bright as your pretty smile today.

[@KetzK11]

They're all beautiful, you're so creative! I'm binge watching your videos, hoping to find some goodies at Dollar Tree for when I make mine, you've given me great ideas. I've been reusing cards for awhile, but ready to take it up a notch. I use the fronts of the cards to write my thank you notes on, then mail as a postcard. I also cut out a circle up glue to my homemade jams and jellies when I give them as gifts, dress them up a bit. Thank you for your great videos!

[@KetzK11]

*I cut out a circle shape to glue to the tops of my homemade jams and jellies. I use a lid as a template.

[@marialoureiro455]

(: Happy New Year!!!!! ... 🎊 🕊

[@craftyria]

Happy New year!

[@Sonnet792]

Pollack Sharman thanks. And all the best to you.

[@shazgeary3061]

Where do you get your roller glue gun from ?

[@craftyria]

I got it from The Tape Depot: www.tapedepot.com

[@marialoureiro455]

(: "RiaMade" Crafts ... !!!!! ... 😚

[@marialoureiro455]

(: What kills me ... Is ... You spend good time making cards and use so much creativity and there are people who still throw cards out!!!!! ... 😶 Not a minute after Christmas, they are taking cards down ... yet Christmas is not even over because there is still "The Three Kings Day" on January 6th!!!!! 😚 I don't think those people like Christmas that much!!!!! ... :( Not to be judgemental (I would hate to be that way) but why not enjoy it as long as possible is my point!!!!! ... 😚☺🤗 Christmas is only once a year!!!!! 😶 (Although Christmas is "really" or "should be" (practiced) everyday!!!!!) ❤

[@craftyria]

I will confess, my Christmas decoration and cards are still up. I'll take them down this weekend.

[@Sonnet792]

Where did you get your tape gun?

[@craftyria]

The Tape Depot. www.tapedepot.com

[@Sonnet792]

Doing well. Hope you are same.

[@Sonnet792]

I am from Pacific Northwest

[@Sonnet792]

Sure.

[@Sonnet792]

I already use Facebook. Sorry. Try that if you'd like.

[@clutterassist5690]

What do you do for envelopes?

[@KetzK11]

She buys a package of a2 envelopes (I've been binge watching her videos for the past 2 days!). 😊

[@KetzK11]

I get envelopes at the thrift store, but the sizes vary.

[@clutterassist5690]

@@KetzK11 Thanks! That makes sense now since I realized she cuts all her cards to the same size. I am sure there are probably many places online who sell a stock size.

[@clutterassist5690]

@@KetzK11 That's a great idea.

[@marialoureiro455]

(: The inf link for the stamp is not on the description box!!!!! ... ☺ You gave us paperangel.com in the video!!!!! ... 😚

[@craftyria]

The link to the stamp I have is: store.paperangel.com/home.html The link to my friend that makes awesome custom stamps is: joscie.bigcartel.com

[@donnaberrios7571]

How did you make a card out of it what is the inside the envelope videos is long for Me thanks

[@marialoureiro455]

(: I had a boyfriend that used to call me "Ria" (not often) but a few times!!!!! ... 😚

[@craftyria]

My little 2 year old neighbor and my niece called me that and it stuck.

[@lifescraft5625]

We are looking for an excellent part-time designer like you recently. The main content is to create die designs related to card making.Are you interested in joining us?💕

[@craftyria]

Thank you. Please contact me via email: [e-mail]