How To Start Card Making Series {A2 Bases and Layers}

[@MrNancykempf]

After making cards for many years,no one has ever made it so easy to understand how to cut for an A2 size card with different size borders. Thank you May May,your the best. Nancy

[@gabbyg561]

I have always had a supportive Husband, and one who has encouraged me, so I don't lack in that area, however I do understand not being supported in something you love to do. We crafters love to make things, in fact many of us probably are also interested in many craft mediums, such as sewing, crocheting, needlework, you name it, we have to try it, lol. It's part of who we are. It's an outlet we need. So you keep making your pretty cards and don't let others steal your contentment. ☺ 🎨

[@MissMala]

Six years later and that’s the best advice I’ve heard about a crafter! I’ve been feeling so guilty because I’ve put a lot of money into my different ‘stages of crafts’ only a few years later to have an interest in yet another one! So I’m normal after all!! 😁👍 I’m a bona fide crafter!

[@ericacarattini1916]

Majority of the time people can be so rude. I don't understand why someone will give her a thumbs down when she's only trying to help us out on the card making process and everything else that we might need to learn or we're having trouble with; you know what, I think I do understand; people who gives the thumbs down are sooo jealous and envious, just because they would like to do what Maymay is doing and they are to shy or simply they don't have the guts to be on camera even though on KZbin you don't have to show your face, or they do have a channel and instead of encouraging they feel like they want to put someone down and wowww this all comes from evilness. I LOVE MAYMAY and I THANK GOD that I FOUND HER CHANNEL, she has a beautiful personality and on top of that she's a great, excellent teacher, SHE'S A BLESSING!!! Wonderful viewers please if you don't have nothing good to do or say, just keep changing channels until you find a channel that you like and pleases you, but please don't be soooo rude, she doesn't deserve the thumbs down; she comes to us taking time out of her BUSY SCHEDULE TO TEACH US WITH THE BEST INTENTIONS, AND THAT IS FOR US CRAFTER'S TO LEARN SOMETHING THAT MAYBE WE'RE HAVING TROUBLE WITH. Come on peeps we can do better, if you don't like what she's doing just move on, but don't give her the thumbs down because in reality is not necessary, SHE'S DIVINE, BETTER TEACHER THAN MAYMAY IN MY OPINION YOU'RE NOT GOING TO FIND and don't get me twisted there's good teachers out there, but the way that MAYMAY explains details by details, templets, examples, and how she breaks it down, is the BEST WAY for viewers to understand, and this is what makes HER BE THE BEST!!! MAYMAY I LOVE YOU AND CONTINUE THE EXCELLENT JOB BECAUSE YOU'RE MAGNIFICENT!!! LOT'S OF LOVE, HUGS GOOD VIBES AND THE BEST BLESSINGS GOING YOUR WAY 😘💖💞💖!!! MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, XOXOXO!!! 🤗❤❤❤

[@ferneanderson9854]

One thing I learned after doing cards for a few years: Score once - cut once. I used to cut all my 8 1/2" x 11 in half to make the 4 1/4 x 5 1/2" wide cards and then score each of the two pieces seperately. Now I score the cardstock first with the 8 1/2" side lined up at the top, then I flip the sheet and cut it at 5 1/2". Not a huge time saver but it does take time off if you are making multiple cards.

[@donnaherrera9918]

What to use to glue the layers. Some glues get to water and mess the paper up.

[@ClearlyCards]

I think this "Back to Basics" is a great idea... Cover it all including all types of types of embellishments, embossing (dry & heat), background, inking...Etc... I think alot of people would appreciate this.... Especially because you are soooooo great at instructions/teaching. You really set the gold standard in teaching !!!👍

[@jenniferbrower4210]

I know this video was made in 2017. I still want to thank you in 2019 for making this video and teaching us how to get started with card making. You are so kind, clear and concise. I have a feeling your videos will be treasured for generations.

[@jonieisenberg2794]

I've read through all the questions and if you have the time, watch all Maymay's videos. She has answered every question at one time or another. Like when to use wet glue and when to use 2 sided tape....and what inks to use for what your project is...and how to choose a good cutter or scissors. If you're going to try your hand at stamping, Maymay is one of the best stampers ever. I watched all the videos I could from all the major crafters and got a wider view of how others craft. I like to watch people from the UK as they definitely have a different way of crafting.

[@kimgordoncrafts]

Jonie Isenberg I agree, she has answered many of these questions. That's where I learned as much as I have learned. I've watched nearly every video she has put out and it has helped me tremendously with card making

[@terrispencer6347]

Hi MayMay. About 25 years ago I got into scrapbooking and then card making. Over time, I became involved in other things. About two years ago, however, my interest renewed in both of those activities. As I started watching KZbin videos, I was AMAZED how much both of those crafts had changed! Acyrlic blocks and stamps, all sorts of tapes and adhesives, foam tape, various types of paper trimmers, an overwhelming amount ink types, not to mention a mind boggling array of markers. I was lost in the terminology and products. For example, I kept hearing what sounded like 'winkastellar'. I could not figure out what people were saying, so I finally Googled what I thought I was hearing. Luckily Google knew what I wanted and offered searches on "Wink of Stella". Score! Out of all of the many questions I had when I got back into cardmaking, I have made a list of some ideas that you might could use for future KZbin "how-to" cardmaking videos. I mean, you DID ask us to comment. :) Ideas for cardmaking subjects: How to add ink to a stamp and how to actually apply the stamp to the paper Acrylic stamp blocks vs stamp presses (Fiskars style) vs stamping tools like the MISTI Difference between acrylic stamps, rubber stamps (wood mounted) and rubber cling stamps How to clean and take care of stamps Types of inks and markers Paper trimmers and how to use them; types of scissors - this would be a good time to explain "fussy cutting" - we used to just say "cut it out" (haha) Ideas for a few good, versatile stamps to begin a stamp "stash" Card stock weights - which is best for bases vs which is best for card fronts Basic supplies (I think you did a video on this subject a few years ago?) Adhesives - glue, tape runners, "sticky tape" Typical card sizes and envelopes What is/are: an ink blending tool, Wink of Stella, score board, scoring tool, bone folder, reverse tweezers, Crop-a-dile I have more ideas, but I'll stop. Thanks for all you do for the crafting community. I am deeply grateful for you and for your great videos. I am a big fan, although I think that this is the first time I have commented on your channel. Have a good day.

[@bayouloftsgeneralmanager6770]

Maymay, my mom and I so very much appreciate this post. We've only started for the past 2 weeks with our cricut and were lost in the card making projects. Anything you post will be absorbed with a smile. Thank you!

[@craftsandcards]

You are on the right channel to learn card making..Maymay is an awesome teacher and very easy to follow. You can check other videos as well or see if a craft store in your area teaches card making. I've been making cards for 15 years and I still learn new things all the time!

[@bsweetie719]

Hi. Thank u for the video. Question what is the size cut not folded is it 8.5 by 5,5?

[@craftsandcards]

Yes it is 8.5 x 5.5 or you can cut a sheet of 8.5 x 11 on the 8.5 side and cut at 4.5

[@bsweetie719]

Thank u

[@sharonpimento3257]

Embellishing we know can be quite expensive, I've found lots of items can be purchased @ the Dollar Store to get folks started. The fun foam for dimensions, glitter, stickers, dollies and the list goes on and on. That would have been very helpful in the beginning for me luv ; )

[@armourofgodministries]

Although not new to your channel, I am new to card making. So this series is extremely helpful. Since I'm just starting out, I'm going to do start with the A2 size and then work up to maybe something a little larger - but not so large that it costs an arm and a leg to mail. I'll also be making the gift boxes for card sets. Thanks for all the great info, but most of all, thanks for letting your love for Jesus shine through! That's why I love your channel so much!

[@conniebrooks6307]

Your the first person who FINALLY made sense of layers. For me. THANK YOU.

[@choman9912]

Someone had a question about inks. I learned this tip for remebering the drying order of inks --- just remember the ABCs - from fastest to slowest drying inks, it goes like this - Chalk, Dye, and Pigment. Hope this helps!

[@jinglekringlemiller4058]

I am a newbie at making cards. My biggest problem has been that my paper trimming tool was not cutting my card bases or my mattes correctly. I would cut them and then place them together and they always looked crooked and out-of-whack.. To fix this issue, I did invest in a better paper trimming tool with a rotary blade - this has made a big difference. Maymay, I just wanted to tell you that you have been and continue to be a major influence in my crafting world. I learn new things everyday - I consider you my go-to crafter!!!!! Thanks so much for all that you share with us, it is greatly appreciated.

[@nancydonayre-pun4276]

I have been in caerdmaking for several years now, I don't do it for a living but I love it, it is my escape, my peaceful and happy place. I don't buy cards anymore, I make my Christmas and special ocassion cards, I have a bunch of bought ones that I rarely use only if something came up and I didn't had the time to work on it, but i am working on having a stash ready to go for that instances too ☺. I had to figure all this out on my own, learning the hard way, watching videos here and there, taking some classes when they were available for the first time on Craftsy (their papercrafting section was so small in the beginning), following crafters like yourself. It is very kind of you to do this series for the new cardmakers MayMay, it will be a lot easier for them to have a place to go, where everything is all together and someone available to answer their questions. I will be watching too, because there is always something new to learn. Have a great day.

[@sworley1956]

You just don’t know how helpful this video was to me as far as layering and what sizes to use🥰🥰

[@colleenknudsen9590]

I’m just learning how to make cards and think this is the perfect place to start. Been watching others make cards for a while, but an organized approach to learning is just what I’m ready for. I have purchased paper and tools and will be watching this series to learn more. Thanks for the help may may.

[@rebeccasmith1289]

Love making cards, what I had a problem with was in layering the card base I felt like my card was top heavy. So I mat the inside as well. Only on the opposite side of my cover. Can't wait to see more!

[@jeanb.7963]

May May I cannot thank you enough for this video. I recently purchased two entirely different machines for card making. One is more complex than the other. 😩For months I've been at a loss on how to get started. Your video was a great help😊

[@mollytejana]

Thank you mucho, Maymay. I learn something new by watching every video. I looked at card layouts years ago and forgot all about them. Just the nudge I needed to get some more ideas. (my 10-yr computer with tons of stuff on it just crashed - starting over) :)

[@carolyn1173]

I've been "card making" for a few years and something like this would've really made my learning curve a lot shorter. Although I've managed to get a grasp of the basics the one concept I still struggle with is pattern papers. I always thought of myself as someone who understood color, until I tried to use more than one pattern on a card. Most of the videos I've watch talk about using patterns within one pad. Unfortunately I ran amuck in the beginning, buying any pad I could find on sale & usually based on only a couple patterns within that I really liked, DOH ! So now I'm left to struggle with trying to match patterns from different pads. All that to suggest two videos that a "newbie" might appreciate - one on purchasing paper, and one on matching patterns. GREAT tutorial Miss MayMay ! Thanks :-)

[@brendabarnwell4923]

I love making cards, I been doing it for a year now. I just love learning and watching people make them it amaze me how much you can do with paper.

[@melindalaverdure2131]

I just started making cards for my first craft fair. I don't have a score board or a paper trimmer, so I decided to buy premade, pre scored card to start with. Hopefully soon I can afford everything soon and be able to build the card from base up, instead of taking "shortcuts". Love your tutorials, and you're not far from where I live.

[@christinemansell9960]

Great, easy to follow instructions.............thanks Maymay

[@kathylins5608]

Thanks Maymay! Great teaching as always! I learned a trick yesterday by putting layer down and with a marker drawing a line around makes it look like you have a layer but you really don't, makes card lighter for shipping. Thanks again for your great talents looking forward to watching this series.

[@sheilahoward6907]

Great idea MayMay, I wished I had this tutorial when I started. I just did whatever, but never sent my cards because of there size. I learned by going to the store and buying card blanks and decorating them. I didn't know about this wonderful card .taking internet family then. I've learned so much since then. This is what I would like to do also, teach others about card making. I started my cards with the sentiment and designed from there. Card sizes, layers, tools, stamps, embellishments. The basics of card making! Loved your tutorial.

[@theresamg2012]

MayMay, I'm having major surgery on Wed, putting plates and screws in my right hand. I followed your directions on this video and i've made several bases and flags to use while I'm recouping. Well it won't be for several days before I get to use them, lol. But I'm sooo glad to be following you again after a yr off. God bless you and your tribe. Love y'all. xoxo

[@diane7380]

Love this series! I'd like to see ideas on finishing the inside of the card--sentiments, stamping, embellishments, etc. I've made a ton of cards since I met you earlier this year, but very few have anything inside, and while I like to write a personal note, sometimes I don't. Thanks!

[@julie-annemyers2261]

My 3 children, aged 30, 17 & 11 always say I'm wasting money buying stock for making cards, even though I enjoy it as a hobby after losing my job through disability. Funny enough though, when my grandkids aged 8, 7, & 2 have friends birthday parties to go to, likewise my daughter & son, they come asking 'mummy do you have a card I could give to so-&-so! They don't mind me having a hobby then lol. My 7yr old granddaughter and I love making cards together, especially for her mummy if she's feeling tired from working full-time and raising her & her brothers. God bless all my crafty friends, especially Maymay xo

[@nancydonayre-pun4276]

Julie-Anne Myers No dear Julie-Ann, is not a waste of money. I've have been into card making for several years now, I don't do it for a living but i haven't bought a card for a long time. I have done my Christmas cards for several years now and I even made my daughter's first communion, confirmation and fifteen celebration cards in the past, so it is a useful skill, specially if you have children. But the most important fact for me about caerdmaking is that it is therapeutic, i can de-stress while i am working on a card, I find my peaceful, happy place, where i can get centered and balanced again... and to me that is priceless. I use all the coupons and sales that I can get my hands on to get my tools and supplies. Joann and Michael's have always their 40% off and other coupons that you can combine sometimes, amazon, eBay and Walmart online offer great prices too, I have bought dies from Aliexpress.com at unbelievable prices (but you have to be patient because they take their time to get here from China). By the way, they work great, I was dubious at first, but many youtubers were trying them so I went for it and they don't dissapoint. When Cricut is on sale they also have great prices and you can also use MayMay code. I encourage you to try these sales and online places to bring your costs down. Oh! I was forgetting Tuesday Morning, I got a bunch of embossing folder (Darice) for 0.99 cents a piece and 2.99 (WRMK) a piece, my envelope punch board for 9.99 a year (or maybe 2) ago. Hey always have something new, last time i went I they had Martha Stewart and Heidi Swapp stuff at great prices, it felt like Chistmas day to me. 😊 Have a great day and Happy Crafting!

[@DonnaJo3452]

Julie-Anne Myers I'm teaching my three nieces. They are now 11, six, and five. I started about two years ago. The six-year-old likes it more than the others; she was four when we started.

[@jonieisenberg2794]

Julie-Anne Myers, I, too, am disabled and my husband and son feel pretty much the same way. I just ignore them and keep doing what I love. I have crafted all my life and don't plan to stop anytime soon. You keep on doing what makes you happy.

[@kimgordoncrafts]

Julie-Anne Myers I would simply respond respectfully by saying that it is a hobby that brings you peace and joy and helps you to better deal with your disability so it isn't a waste in your opinion. Besides, if it is your money then it is your business. I no longer work because of disability and paper crafting has given me something else to focus on which has made me a more positive person. It has also brought me a community here on KZbin that I did not have before crafting.

[@julie-annemyers2261]

Nancy Donayre - Pun thank you so much for your response it is much appreciated. I'm actually thinking of buying the cricut paper trimmer Maymay uses but I always have to check out shipping costs to Northern Ireland as sometimes it's a lot more expensive than the item but thanks again for your advice on money saving. I don't know if you've tried this but I buy of the channel 'Create & Craft', they also have a base in America.

[@julieanne2648]

Thanks May May! My daughter and I are new to this hobby and this was so helpful!!

[@bmosteen]

What an excellent guide to card making! I think that you should follow the progression of this card -- inside next. Once your new card making viewers master the A2 card, they can move on to other sizes!

[@Mrs.P.-J.]

I like the card outline ideas. It helps a lot for new card makers.

[@cindytartt4048]

I just started investigating card making a month ago & am eagerly awaiting my order of paper & stamps for Christmas. You are, hands down, the BEST TEACHER I’ve seen on YT & I keep coming back to your videos to refresh the concepts I’ve learned. You easily explain all that’s necessary including what a person starts with so as you’re not buying the entire shop! 😂❤🇦🇺

[@bonniejameson4911]

I have been a quilter for 30+ years and got into the Scan n Cut machine. I swore I would never do paper crafting, but I have spent the last 2 solid weeks soaking up every bit of info on this craft. I had absolutely no idea where to begin and thankfully I found you! I can’t thank you enough for these basic videos you have done, they have been absolutely wonderful!

[@debblws1961]

This is the BEST basic video I've ever watched. I'm a new card making fan and love your videos and website. Any basics on card making for someone who does not have the electronic machines and wants to learn would be a blessing. Thank you for sharing your giftedness.

[@marcellebaldwin4036]

I have been making cards for 21 years, and I wish I had been told not to go hung ho buying every stamp set you see. Maybe tell people to look at a set and see what they can do with it. How often it will be used. Birthday sets will always be used but certain sets will maybe only get used once. Sentiment sets are fabulous and I have a lot, but again I wish I had catalogued the sentiments as I bought them so I knew what I had. I will do it, but it will take time. I have a "new stuff" draw, where I put my new crafty items so I can use them straight away, and then put them where they belong. Also try not to buy too many embellishments unless you will be using them. I have draws full and have given may away to crafty friends. Hope I've been some help Maymay. Thanks for your videos. Blessings x

[@redgeminiarts3674]

Great advice.

[@big.fan.of.justice5754]

That's so true! I have bought so many things and now have to go searching for designs that use those sites or stamps so I can get ideas on using them. I really think ALL new cardmaking should only have one stamp and die set and have to use it for a whole month before they're allowed to buy anything new - until they've exhausted all ways to use those items. Then one new thing a month after that (like a paper pad, or a couple of new ink colours) it Really overloads out brains to have so much stuff and not enough knowledge or ideas

[@darlene50vaughn]

Great idea, so much to teach a intermediate novice, I have learned through KZbin and classes at my local stamp&stuff store. This first lesson was awesome--I have a folder with card templates, now I must make borders for card sizes. Other ideas----tools, adhesives, stamping, die cuts, embellishments. I can go on.

[@FuzedAsUsual]

I have a lot of supplies I've collected...stamps, tulle, buttons, embellishments, etc. I also have cardstock, solid and printed. My hangup is actually designing the cards. Choosing colors & patterns that would look good together overwhelms me, I guess, and figuring out what embellishment is going to look right with what...I never know how to put it all together. I guess I'm trying to say the design area is my biggest problem. I've never really been a card person...never been one to send lots of cards, but I have this overwhelming need to make them. And, by the way, I'm just a little hooked on your videos and am forever grateful for everything you do for us, Maymay! You're a true blessing in more ways than one!

[@Rios3021]

Came back again to your video for direction and encouragement. Thank you. I am not good on layouts or color combos.

[@phylliszailer9757]

A great basic card class ... I've been doing it for about 20 years

[@lindamayor1804]

Thank you maymay for showing how to make cards.. I am going to be making over 40 of them for some troops.. I don't fell so scared about it knowing you are showing the videos to help me along...

[@marshmallowsushi7483]

This is wonderful. Just the help anyone who is just starting out will need. I am someone who is learning all on their own and cards have been a bit of a struggle since I always cut and fold on the wrong sides.

[@DonnaJo3452]

Circus Nightmare Some people say fold the card on the side that you score and some people say to fold on the opposite side, potato patatah :-).

[@dianewray1867]

I'm an English crafter in the UK and I MUCH prefer your A2 sized cards, which I make myself, to our UK A6 ones. A6 ones are a little slimmer and also taller - but don't look as balanced as USA A2 to me. Glad to have found you and am now subscribed.

[@margaretseaton1245]

I know you've received hundreds of comments but I have to say, I LOVED THIS!!! I started paper crafting about a year ago and have been trying to figure it out ever since! I could not get my mind around the math! Thanks so much for this "series"! My issue: I don't know how to cut the paper in the most economical way! I saw you tell Vinne to "hold up!" Before he cut his camo (for his heArt journal) paper because you wanted to make sure he got the best bang for his buck! I just hack away like a kindergartener! I will be watching! TFS.

[@nancyurbanski8168]

I’m a beginner who is not very computer savvy & I REALLY appreciated your starting this beginners series. ✨🥰

[@lyndahill928]

You are such an awesome teacher! You are thorough and easy to understand. Your instructions are concise and so easy to follow. Thank you for all the time and effort you generously put into teaching us with your videos.

[@dianatursky5774]

Excellent. Look forward to next week.

[@SweetheartSamantha87]

thank you miss MayMay you explain things very clearly, I’m a beginner card maker 🙂

[@debandjackv]

Thank you so much I am a newbee to card making but I have been scrapbooking for years. This video really helped me !

[@judyzech1846]

Thank you MayMay for this video. I have been watching your videos for a while now but this was great to help me as I am pretty new at cardmaking as well. I will be watching future videos on this subject. 🙂

[@ms.sophia9799]

Thanks May May. Your video was the first I found on Card Making Basics. and I have since purchased from your website.

[@guadalupeweaver6400]

Thank you. I had no idea the card stock had weight numbers. I learned from you in another video about card sketches. I am knew to card making. You have inspired me to get creative and start making cards. Thank so much!

[@joharris7795]

Great tutorial. I started making cards but really needed to find a basic " how to" as was confused by all the options out there. Now I can start with basic card, measurements, layering and it all makes sense! The Cricut/fancy stamping/embossing etc, will have to wait while I get the basics right! Such fun! Thank you!

[@maryjeanleahy8961]

Thanks MayMay. I have a lot of paper and glue, and I know it should come together somehow, but I need lessons! I would like to see some instruction on design fundamentals - what is naturally appealing to the eye, something like "the rule of three." I need to know squares and circles and flags and what makes a good design putting these elements together. I would also like instruction on color combinations - complimentary, contrast - and when to use them, or why.

[@laurayee1289]

Thanks Maymay! I wish I had watched a video such as yours when I started this craft a few years ago. It would have save me a bunch of confusion and paper. Maybe a video of just only needing the basics or make do with what you have to produce cool cards. Those are the cards that melt my heart because it speaks volume on how creative the creator is.

[@angelinafernandez8425]

Thanks Maymay. I am a crafter and now that the children are returning to school I want to venture and do cards. I love this video but I was hoping to get ideas for a much larger card. I agree with Beverley K the A2 is rather a small card and I really prefer the next size, whatever that is..haha. Also I I think that you are great with your crafts..... really EVERYTHING you do is awesome and I have purchased some of your stamps, I like when you do the inside of a card. tfs

[@michelleeverett6635]

Hi Maymay, thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. I have been making cards for about 15 years , and I wish someone had told me that it is ok to leave empty space on your cards. For example when I first started I thought that if you could see the card base or mat it was wrong. Every single bit had to be covered with an embellishment of some kind. I was so embarrassed when someone told me they were gaudy. Looking back I am very greatful. My cards aren't perfect. ( I don't do perfect...lol.) But they are made with lots of love.

[@marybethwilber6282]

I am so glad I found you! I searched for card making and your video was one of the first ones! I am so new to this that I literally just bought my first few stamps and some blocks. Great info, I cant wait to learn more. Now I’m going to go bing watch your videos.

[@smoogybaby]

Thanks!

[@Cards4Cancer]

This is such an amazing idea for a series and just in time to get folks amped up to make cards for Christmas. I have made all my cards for almost 4yrs now. In the beginning the one thing that would have helped me the most was to be able to confidently stamp. SOOO many times there weren't straight or not completely solid. I know the stamp platforms are not cheap but they do truly make all the difference in getting them straight and restamping in the same position. Then you go to inks, watercolors, markers etc to color your images. Most of all have fun.

[@pdh8447]

You know I'm never disappointed with whatever you present but I have to admit that I could use help with the inside and maybe making a card front (blank - with no sentiments) that I can easily later add the appropriate sentiment when I'm needing a quick card.

[@lorasmith4122]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I recently procured a lot of card-making materials and card stock. I was overwhelmed and always have been with card making. Now I feel like I can accomplish nice-looking professional cards. :)

[@dianerollings3474]

Thank you so much for teaching the basics., it was a long time into my card making that I figured it out. You ha Be made it so simple for people to follow. Thank you. Diane from Australia

[@beverleesagon1843]

Hi MayMay, My suggestion on the beginning Card making. Is have a good trimmer. So your paper doesn't flare at the end which makes your cards look lopsided. Also when you get into stamping. Be sure not to rock your stamps which cause you to catch an edge. A good shammy or baby wipe works great for cleaning the edges prior to stamping. Last invest in a sand eraser only a few dollars which helps if you accidentally smudge your card with a tiny bit of ink from one of your fingers.

[@josieharrison839]

Hi May May. I am a veteran paper crafter but not a cars maker. This video is getting me excited about making them thanks so much.

[@giovannacasadio9600]

Thanks Maymay for all you do for us craft junkies, I have been crafting for so long but I don't make many cards, I just get stuck. What I do do is use immiges from magazines or leaflets that I can get free and make cards or albums from them, I love to recycle as here in Italy designer paper is very expensive and you don't get DT or Michaels, where I am living. Well to wrap up as you say you don't have to spend much to craft. THANK YOU so much.

[@kraftykimmy]

Thanks for the series for newbies! I wish there was this channel when I started less than a year ago. I watched many YT video and started my "hoarding habits" with watching Jennifer McGuire's favorite things list, sustained by Christmas deals last year and weekly Michael's 40% off coupons. I really appreciates your clear instructions and minimal selling of products... you inspires me to make new projects!! Thank you!

[@floferguson4975]

it does have to do with mailing. You can go to the USPS site and see what sizes and weights will go with standard postage. Maybe you can address this MayMay.

[@judiemartino3134]

Great demo! Beginning basics are important. I will follow with your next video . I appreciate all your ideas.

[@debschoen5581]

Love it!!!!! I have a hard time cutting mats & using a trimmer. This is a perfect series!!!

[@Rios3021]

Thank you for explaining card size measurements.

[@lauraburgos9725]

I struggle with color combinations and patterned paper. You are a great teacher! Thanks

[@morelle3292]

As a new card maker, I am so grateful for these tips. Thank you MayMay- I’m looking forward to learning much more from you 😊

[@sueintveld3719]

I would love to have you talk about standard sizes concerning postage when mailing a card such as what is the largest size you can mail for a single stamp or what sizes would require extra postage. I am an experienced card maker, but I think people would want to know about other sizes and what the postage requirements would be for them. We all need these basic videos as reminders because we can forget basic steps in cardmaking! I know 6 X 6 cards are popular, but I tend to not make that size for mailing because of the postage issue. I think new card makers would like to,know about mailing issues too. Love all of your tips!

[@louised6790]

I like to put a piece of cardstock cut to 5 1/4 x 4" inside the card unattached. I'll stamp a coordinating image in the bottom corner. I also include a little note to explain why I left it detached. Reason is because I encourage my recipients to forward the card on to someone else. I do this normally with my "Hello" type of cards or a get well card. Something not so personal. I know store bought cards find their way to the landfills so quickly and so often. My goal is to keep it going. My recipients LOVE this. They eagerly await the next card that I send to them.

[@atinybitofthisdesigns]

I agree too, I tend to sway to the color of the sample card layouts - what I would probably do is print the layout examples in black and white 👍🏻

[@myrajohnson5663]

Thank you for sharing. Great video! I love making cards. One thing I do is I keep a copy of every card I make (if I mass produce them). That way I have it for future reference.

[@theresaeberger6657]

Thank you so much for this video!!! You are a very informative and generous teacher.

[@mdwms6152]

Great tutorial - I found LOTS of stuff on pinterest, too. I get inspiration from beautiful papers; origami paper is often inexpensive and can easily be glued with a tape runner. I think it's best for beginners to start with the size you mentioned and the "KISS" method - Keep It Simple, Sweetie. My problem comes to how to get the sentiments on, and finding just one or two stamp sets that will fit many occasions. Thanks again!

[@SimplyjenniferN]

Hi Maymay. Mixing pattern paper if it's not in a collection. Or lol even if it is 😂 colour pattens and pattern sizes That would be helpful and yay great series for a new card makers ( me) Thanks Jenny

[@georgiablair8399]

Hi Maymay. Thank you for the video. I have been making cards for a few years now. One of the things I was confused about is which adhesive to use. I found you and art glitter glue but maybe newbies are confused like I was at the beginning. There are so many to choose from. Thanks and keep the videos coming. ❤️

[@janfowler5182]

I tend to make more 5x7 cards so I have more room to embellish. The one mistake I made when I first started paper crafting was buying lots of embellishments that I loved. I wish I would have spent my money more wisely on things to coordinate with papers.

[@sherrydavis808]

I am thankful for this video. It answered the main question I had, that was slowing me down on getting started on card making. Thanks! Keep doing these videos.

[@sdmfann7768]

Great tutorial!! Fair Warning, you will LOVE this craft!! And May May is a fabulous teacher!

[@donnakillewald9151]

I am terrified of making cards. I have only made 2 cards. So I am not experienced in any way. I have bought so much stuff to do paper crafting: Scrapbooking, Cards, and watercoloring, I buy beautiful paper pads,, stamps, markers, pens, crayons, inks, brushes, ATG, Tape, glues,foam every way available, stickers, dies, Big Shot Plus, embossing powders, heat gun but I’m afraid to do anything. I watch you ladies craft all day, and night on KZbin🤷🏻‍♀️. Easter my sister might help me🤷🏻‍♀️. But, I have done my part to help the economy by help keeping craft stores in business.🤷🏻‍♀️. I could craft for the rest of my life, and would never need anything. So, I’m looking forward to your instructions, and tips.

[@suzsgear]

This is the exact place i am in. Thanks for posting a series like this. I'll be watching every episode.

[@leslievaughanmorton8374]

Thank you for sharing the basics of card making.

[@melissanoble1621]

I'm all for more videos! The layering is most confusing for me. AND reading the trimmer. Thank you, this was great!

[@annasalinas2070]

Newbie here. Thanks for the size information which will help this newbie out.

[@sharjordan8311]

I am new to card making. this tutorial was very informative. thank you so much....I love the way you explain the how-to's

[@cuzzyscards5137]

Thank you Maymay. New to cardmaking . Thank you so much.

[@Rockymtnbloom]

Thanks May May. It would be nice to have a video and chart on all the inks and properties.

[@susieday3980]

Thank You so much May May I took lots of notes and I'm excited to start.

[@lisad.3247]

You are a wonderful teacher! I love how you illustrate as well as explain the "how to's". Thank you so much....I'm a newbie at card making and this video inspires me. P.S. My biggest struggle is the MATH portion!!! Never was good at it and it's very intimidating in card making.

[@paulasiefert2059]

I am amazed! I can’t wait to get started.

[@sandyshelton-rodriguez6094]

May May, I am sooo glad you are starting this! I watched your videos when I decided to learn about card making, but didn't feel I was ready to do the next step(mentally) :).Thanks so much for going back to the beginning! You are a great teacher! xoxo

[@debraw5493]

Hi Maymay, I am newer to cardmaking (about a year now). I am sure I have a lot to learn about cardmaking but the 5 things I can think of right now are 1. How to edge my cards with ink (marker and distress ink). My lines are not straight and it does not look professional when I am done. 2. I cannot get the hang of fussy cutting by moving your paper and not the scissors. My fussy cutting looks choppy and not even all the way around. I use the small scissors designed for fussy cutting. 3. I want to learn how to do the faux stitching by hand like you do on your cards. I am having trouble making the stitching the same length all the way around and even distance from the edges. I even have a faux stitched line stamp. The stitches are evenly apart but the distance from the edges are not the same when I repeat the stamping process. 4. Lining up things straight and or centered on my card. I have the Tim Holtz ruler. I have a grid mat but I guess I do not know how to use these valuable tools! 5. How to line up the layers on the card so that it is even all the way around. FYI- I am learning from KZbin mostly. I have also purchased some cardmaking DVDs and some cardmaking magazines throughout the year. If I can sum up my cardmaking challenge that would be "getting is straight". I am sure you can straighten me out!! You are AWESOME! God Bless You.

[@debsheets]

This is excellent for beginners, I am going to share this with a group that I have been working with. I would also like you to share using pattern papers, that is an area they seem to have trouble with.

[@ednaacevedo-mendez8769]

Am new to card making and am trying to get the sizes down. Your video was helpful. Am gonna practice cutting the different sizes. You've opened my eyes as far as the weight of the paper goes. Was not aware that the weight affected your cards. Feel so lost but am going to give it a try. Thanks for the awesome video. Can't wait to watch the next one.