How to Make a Windowed Playing Card for Junk Journals! Fun to Add to Junk Journals The Paper Outpost

[@wrapsbyrachel5571]

Pam, there are so many things I love about you -- you are a "real person": with an adorable fun sense of humor... and not everything you do is perfect, sometimes you correct course as you go along because that's what happens in the craft world. Well, this video represents all of that, and its AWESOME.

[@nonstopmom8185]

Am I the only one to notice the squirrel playing in the back yard while you sewed? LOL 😂

[@leahwolfe8999]

Lol squirrel!!

[@shadowboxsw]

Had to go back and look again!

[@wrapsbyrachel5571]

I totally saw that! HAHA!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I saw it! Too fun!

[@maryregan4099]

Yes I saw him twice

[@reginakeller3038]

Just went back to view this older video and was delighted to see the gray squirrel run across and back again in the yard while you were sewing the cards! Another fun episode of journal making with Pam!

[@mreilly5374]

Pam, you are the best! Always showing fixes, experimenting for all of us to share with you ! Your knowledge and experience is extensive. Your humor, “voices” , and sharing your pet family are so endearing. Happily you were the first paper loving person I found on KZbin! 😊 ❤️

[@andreapetersen9505]

I kept saying "Put a piece of tape over the blue flower!" and you finally you heard me!!!!! I love watching you!!!! Thanks for being so entertaining!!!!!!

[@natb9919]

Pam, the black part on the back of the ruler is there to keep it steady so it doesn't slide around! If you turn the ruler over and use it the right way up it shouldn't move at all once you put pressure on it. Great video as always, I love these altered playing cards. Thank you for sharing!❤️

[@ginabadeaux9319]

you are by far my favorite paper crafter on you tube and i watch alot of art ones .you cheer me up and i love that .your puppy is addorable .happy thanksgiving .gina from washington

[@sammie_stay_ot8]

Even loved the squirrel in the yard as you were sewing 😍

[@dattdoings7808]

So glad you posted this. I did mine the hard way, with a sharp blade BUT no blood transfusions needed. Can not wait to do this the easier way. My tip...save plastic bread tabs and use them to put on the cut ends of tape rolls for easily finding the pull edge. Works for all types of tapes. Smiles to you and Sunshine.

[@cbooth113]

You come up with the most amazing ideas!! Thank you 😊!!

[@elainet5870]

These look great! Instead of using a ruler, I might just trace around a cardboard shape and cut it out with a small and sharp pair of scissors. You could poke through the center to get started. But, certainly the punches are the easiest way to go, if you have them. TFS. 😃

[@pathenson8276]

What fun to watch you making and correcting mistakes which gives me hope that I can give this project a try!

[@susangruber6993]

Dry stickles on the 10 Club card...whoo hoo!!! Love these...what a fun idea. You could also just stick the packing tape entirely across both sides of each card as a no-sew option.

[@nickimcpheehals572]

Love your ideas! Great way to use playing cards! Missed seeing Sunny however...yes I saw your squirrel in the yard! lol!

[@donnamatoi5256]

Pam these are awesome! I love it, you show what it’s like for everyone, you keep it real! I’m off to try this! ❤️

[@shadowboxsw]

This is too much fun! Comedy Hour and Crafting with Pam!

[@WoodlandInspired]

Good Morning Pam! Love these and it reminds me I never saved any of my flowers over the summer, my husband made me a huge flower press years ago and it works great. Thanks for the inspiration, hope you have a awesome day. Take care!

[@sweetbaylaurelemporium4698]

you could use the little cutout part as a tab on the top! Great video, i will be making some of these today and putting little butterflies in them...

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I like this idea. These are the perfect size to do this. I think I'd gesso them tho to tone it down before I decorate them. The punches were perfect for this size card. Giggle, some days dont lend themselves to easy!

[@58Athena58]

Wrinkle gives it character!!!

[@ThePaperOutpost]

I think so too! :)

[@lorrainedurgee1761]

These. Are so simple & fun to do, great ideas, thanks...

[@beaulabix4914]

Hello Miss Pam - Once again, you have out done yourself. Gratzi. Best day now.

[@Wvnursey]

I love this idea! I also have some Trivial Pursuit cards that would make little ones! I asked for the Microwave flower dryer for Christmas so I cant wait to make these!

[@jenniferspewak7393]

That`s a great Idea, I wonder if I can make something like that with some confetti or some glitter for a kids birthday card. That could be cool. Need to try that :D Thank you for the inspiration

[@lorenaashcroft8114]

That sounds like fun! I was thinking about glitter to match the card, like red for hearts, or a color to match the design on the back. I'd use two cards to sandwich the glitter in-between.

[@simonettagenova]

Queen of ideas!!!!!!!!!

[@louisewdesigns]

Omg I’ve just cried with laughter, you are so funny and amazing at the same time. I’m loving all your inspirational videos, it’s made me realise that not everything has to be perfect to look great 💜

[@rustysz1064]

Rulers with rubber or cork on the back usually won't move if you put it rubber/cork side down when cutting.. 😃

[@OnePeacefulMind_2024]

awesome little project - i have a bunch of dried little leaves and petals - I'm totally getting inspired here

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Born to be Myself - Jewelery and More by Alicia! Happy dance! :) Pam :) !!

[@OnePeacefulMind_2024]

@@ThePaperOutpost YAY YAY ✨😃

[@shondra6]

So cute . TFS. The mind boggles at what I’ll do with this project. I love that messy sewing . I have been doing this a lot. 👍🏻👍🏻🌸🌸 off to the garden now to pick some wisteria. 💜💜😍

[@WhiteSwann]

Beautiful idea. I have a mason jar punch I can't wait to try!!

[@luciat9822]

Super idée, merci j adore, et l écureuil qui passe dans le jardin pendant la couture, trop fort 👍😘

[@123.ABC.33]

Those are just too cute! Can't wait to make some of these.

[@reneequick8218]

Always love your work. I keep it entertaining during the lag moments. Always enjoy you

[@binaalmilli7216]

Hi Pam ! Sooooo Cute 🥰 Thank you 😊

[@ThePaperOutpost]

You are so appreciated!! :) Pam :) !!

[@Sheamarie]

Cute idea. Thank you for sharing.

[@leahwolfe8999]

Great idea Pam! I have so many dried hydrangea petals...Hugs to you and your zoo and that squirrel watching you sew! 🥰🇨🇦

[@sillyfatmoocow]

I spread out a load of dried flowers in a laminating pouch and laminated them and it worked, then just cut them out when I wanted to use them, saved the flowers from breaking. So easy storage, then cut them into different shapes, from inserts for the cards to full book marks,

[@kathrynhelm4176]

Fiddly but very COOL! Love the look. Should have titled this...”How to make it work”! 🥰❤️🥰

[@bridgettewhitcomb8210]

Love watching you 😊 I do have a hint for ya' fold over the end of the tape easier to find the next time. Happy crafting!!

[@susanjones9475]

Too funny....another wonderful morning...

[@donnaswisher8408]

Great project Pam. I'm thinking I will try using the "windows" in junk mail envelopes. Also to better handle the tape, just fold over a small edge (which will be cut off anyway) so it won't stick to your fingers. Also thinking to pin the card down to hold in place while using the craft knife (maybe pin it down on a piece of card board?) Pin holes will be small and easy to decorate over. TFS. Hope you have a great Thanksgiving.🦃😋😊

[@margaritaderose6805]

So darn cute!!!

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Margarita DeRose! I really appreciate your input! :)

[@wendyknoxleet]

Such a great idea. Sparks many ideas

[@bbsbacktobasics7695]

Very cool, Pam. I really like the first leaf one. I've got plenty of leaves around here and 52 cards. I think I will work on doing the whole deck. Lol.

[@elizabethcherris5382]

She's got a dot on her chin - let's just leave it ☺ i love watching you Pam and how you create with reckless abandon and make things work! Great idea - I can't wait to try it 😊🌸🌼🌷💗

[@vickiblack2425]

I love all these card ideas!!! Your videos are always so fun and happy!! You could use a fuze tool too with leftover plastic food saver containers.

[@bettylongshore9594]

I am sitting here laughing my head off! You should be a TV show!!!!! I absolutely LOVE your videos! You are fabulous!!!!! Nothing phases you, you just roll with the punches!!!!!!! Stuff like this happens all the time and there is no reason to get flustered with things, just go with it!!!!!!!

[@lorenaashcroft8114]

This looks fun. I can't wait to try it. I don't have any playing cards or dried leaves but I am going to the imagination station to see what I can come up with.

[@jaidehazelwood7962]

You rock the craft world, my friend! I enjoyed watching you play with cards and, like a magician, ta-da, you’ve pulled a rabbit out of your hat. 💜💜💜

[@myotheraccountonothe]

These are absolutely gorgeous, you are THE GRAND MASTER ❤️

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Yep, grand master of bluebirds, boo-boos and mistakes!! :) There is always a crafty way out of them! ;)

[@KD-yy6on]

Really different Pam I like this idea your ideas are endless tfs hugs from London xx

[@danacolosimo5874]

A rubber band might work to hold the ruler on the card while cutting 😊😘 these are so cute 😍😍 TFS 😘😘😘

[@sharona8737]

Love this idea!!

[@debbiehamdutchridgeprimiti3695]

Shaker cards wonderful idea thank you so much

[@ThePaperOutpost]

You are so welcome!

[@tonyamcwilliams4169]

Great idea...if not suggested I would use small scissors to work from middle to sides to cut on the lines instead of a knife...love the flowers and leaves. Inspiring for a nature walk....

[@k.susieroloff4801]

Looks like fun....😻

[@58Athena58]

These would make some awesome ATC cards!

[@denisehastings9262]

I have a laminator that I am going to try this with ♥️ loving the look of the cards 😍

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Superb idea!!

[@katebannon994]

That’s it I’m officially going ‘pam’ I’ve just whistled back to holly. Aaagh. As always, thank you for everything! 🤪

[@thecreatorsattic]

I use the clear stuff from the windows of junk mail. You can peel it off carefully from most mail. The return envelopes usually don't have any smears on them . Fabri-Tacked onto the card or paper sticks well. You just have to encapsulate the flower between two layers of plastic. It works great!

[@thecreatorsattic]

Or...I have used clear plastic packaging from stickers from a dollar store, etc. You can already have the two sides you need and then just drop in the flower and go from there with your card or slide. So cool to see you doing a video on this. I love working with dried fresh flowers!

[@nathaliet.3985]

Awesome idea!! And I love how you stay real "Back-up..." "Retreat..." "Step away..." 🤭😜😄 Thanks Pam! ♡♡♡ - x.o

[@melodylopez4008]

adorable ideas as usual!

[@elainewarren7968]

Girl, you crafted your way out of that‼️ such fun to watch my Reality come to life. Lol ❣️

[@TheAAdele05]

Love this tutorial!

[@sueseanglynn2801]

Love those cards xx

[@kristinaperinot7544]

Super cool ❤️ trying this for sure 👍🏻

[@darlalove8863]

Lovvvvve these ❤️❤️

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Marie Beasley! I am always so happy when I see a comment from you! :) Pam :) !!

[@differenttakethanmost]

Pockets n page protectors: leave just one side intact/sealed either top or side (notebook or clipboard style) = much easier to maneuver glue and focal item inside, then seal it up once the centerpiece is where it’s supposed to be 👍🏼 🤓😎

[@ilakaiser3778]

Greetings from Wyoming, I love your videos. You have spoiled me for watching other tutorials. Yours are so clear to understand and fun to watch. You always have something new and clever. One thing I don’t understand is who gives you a 👎🏼. You have nothing not to like. Makes me sad.🙁 Have a Happy Thanksgiving🦃

[@Bonzo1ish]

''take it for the team...King!''

[@ElaineHowlin]

Very cute project 😍

[@jacquicherry1721]

Dearest Pam(and other paper playing friends😉😁), A little trick that works sometimes for the wrinkle in the tape is to poke a tiny hole in it with a needle, then mash the air out. While it might not completely resolve it, it does make a difference. 😊 Hope this helps! Blessings, Jacqui

[@maryregan4099]

Great idea

[@Sandraugiga]

Thats fun, thank you for sharing! Have you tried glueing the tape on the non adhesive side first on the card, so you can take your time placing the flowers? Or would that be even more cumbersome?

[@ThePaperOutpost]

That's a great idea!

[@brenkyable]

Brilliant. Why didn't I think of that? 😀😀 Great ideas

[@teresachetty7881]

Pam I put an elastic band under the ruler to stop it sliding worked well for me anything rubber x

[@sassycrafterfromalabama2373]

These are Very cute! I use my cards right now for solitaire LOL maybe when we can go out and I get a car I will use them for stuff like this ❤

[@pamobryan5455]

Cool Pam....I won't do the X cuts though! Went to Amazon and bought a jumbo square punch! I was thinking I can use scrapbook paper or manila folder in place of playing cards...pretty either way!!!! Thanks!

[@debrabetteridge9492]

Has anyone found out where Pam purchased the table she works on? I would love to find one for my little room!

[@angelathoma-dogwoodpaperarts]

These are great, Pam! Love this idea and they are so unique and wonderful with the dried flowers and leaves. Beautifully created!

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Angela Thoma Dogwood Paper Arts! Much appreciated! Pam :)

[@Zandain]

I have done something similar, but not with playing cards 😉 I don't like the smell of them, so I used ordinary cereal box cardstock...it worked just fine! Love these small makes, that can be mass produced 👍 Mishaps and mayhem, aren't these some of junk journaling's best creative possibilities? 🤣 Thanks Pam - love from Denmark 🌸💕

[@barbaracabrera207]

Perfect idea!!! I've been trying to THINK of a way to incorporate playing cards into my junk journal. Look no further! Made a bunch of Altered Paper Clip Note Pads yesterday. And 3 bird nests. They are SO CUTE!!! I have a trash can by my sewing machine that's only for thread, and tiny fabric & paper scraps. I KNEW I'd be digging threads out for SOMETHING! Bird nests. They aren't as good as yours, but I will keep practicing. They will be great on other ephemera too, that I've left un-embellished. YAY!!! You are very artistic and clever, the ideas you come up with. Always something great, I haven't seen before!!! THX! Austin, TX USA

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Barbara Cabrera! Best words ever! :)

[@PeaceNOTwar222]

Yes I’ve been waiting for this tute lol 😱😂😍💖 thank you Miss Pam, Sunny and Holly x

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi traceyjanine! Thanks! Big air smooches to you! :) Pam :) !!

[@PeaceNOTwar222]

@@ThePaperOutpost Right back atcha x 😘😂

[@sewingawayinthestix]

Love your project! But you lost my attention when you went to the sewing machine ther was a squirrel outside your window! Haha. We have a lot of them where I live and I love watching them! Thanks for sharing Pam!

[@greeneyedldy50]

Going to make these I have plenty of playing cards hello holly and sunshine and leonardo and happy and your mommy miss pam happy Thanksgiving everyone god bless

[@diannehoagland2106]

Ooh just bought a double set of playing cards @ the Dollar Tree...can't beat 50 cents a deck !!

[@cindymatthewsarrowdalearts6449]

Another way to cut the hole would be with one of our basic dies. Square, circle, etc. And I buy acetate tablets and that would work for the clear part, too. It comes in various thicknesses. Although I do have cheap (dollar store) packing tape and sheet protectors as well as pocket pages for pocket letters. Love the idea - the only thing I don't have is dried flowers but we could put other things in, too, like tiny fussy cuts. :)

[@Natualgaming844]

Great

[@ThePaperOutpost]

Hi Kajal's flower! Thanks so much! :) Pam :) !!

[@margieryne6220]

Hi 🙋🏻 Pam, Holly & Sunny!🥰 Those are really cute & pretty! 😂😂 You remind me of me I’m always sticking my fingers in that stuff! Hugs!❤️

[@geraldineself6017]

This is a super fun idea. Thanks and Happy Thanksgiving. Make Polly has a treat for Thanksgiving 🤣.

[@pampirtle6348]

Hello Pam, This reminds me of science slides I made when teaching 3rd grade. I use packing tape also. It made wonderful windows to put things in for the kids to view. Then they could use magnifying glasses to see the items. I used cardstock instead of playing cards. Wish I would have thought of the playing cards because in our small town in Nevada, I used to get decks of playing cards from the casinos for free because I was a teacher. We use the cards for math games(and no not gambling games Lol). BTW I bought a metal ruler with a cork backing on it that keeps the ruler from sliding. Perhaps you could just add a piece of cork or course sandpaper to the back of your ruler to keep it from sliding.

[@ivettesantamaria]

I noticed it too 🐿

[@amylandry4108]

What a great idea 💡 for journal cards!! TFS Pam ❣️ Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 to you and yours!

[@maryjones107]

Nice wY to use them thank you

[@birdie399]

When you first started I thought the cards would look pretty average. By the end you’d created some very interesting designs, the leaves look perfect. Thanks for the video.

[@nicolesmith1259]

Lol....haha... that's my world currently... one "mishap" after the next🤪

[@ThePaperOutpost]

LOL...all day long over here too ;)

[@leeanntazladystreasures1270]

These are really cute. Would you just paperclip them in a journal so they could be removed?

[@karenbillinger2562]

Great idea. Tfs Happy Thanksgiving. 💞🇨🇦 🦃 🍁🤗

[@marilynmccormick3731]

Maybe you could put some masking tape on two edges or corners of the card to hold it in place, and turn the ruler with measurements up and the black, non-slip side down. That should alleviate so much sliding around.

[@deborahramirez1138]

What kind of puppy is Sunny? He's so so cute!🤗🐶🤣❤️ thank you🍭🍬

[@lindacoates6673]

Hi Pam these are really cute, by the way while you were sewing. through the window , outside in the garden i saw what i think was a squirrel? moving around have a great day Lindafrom oz