24 Christmas Cards with Recollections Winter Dream 6x6 Paper Pad

[@deborahroberts7331]

I love when you talk, it makes it fun. Thanks. Deb The Scrapbooking Granny

[@rachellearcaro1984]

Great cards Jess. I am super impressed at how you just put these different papers together on the fly in your head. Wow. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@janetferridge9601]

jess you cards are all beautiful

[@angelakenny6500]

Beautiful cards, too good to single any one out. Thanks for sharing 🥰🥰🥰

[@jogriffiths4797]

I love the comment “this is card making, not science”. So many times I love the whimsy of polar bears with penguins, or lions and tigers together, but my head has got in the way of using the stamp or paper. So, thank you - that’s what I’ll be saying to myself from now on when my literal thinking gets in the way :-)

[@JessCrafts]

Hi Jo! Glad that resonated with you and was helpful. Little things like that have tripped me up and I definitely still remind myself that crafting is for fun.

[@julieshaw5558]

Jess you are so inspirational, you make everything look so easy! I love your videos, tfs x

[@rhondita95]

This was a fun video , Jess. I like blue themed Christmas cards and even better with critters. I think you did a great job with the 6x6 pad. Thanks for sharing. I don’t mind a longer video sometimes.

[@normahurt8884]

I love those trees too. I MADE CARDS TOO. I didn't use the whole pad but you just inspired me to go make more cards with the rest of the pad.

[@JessCrafts]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@brendcatstl7506]

This DSP is beautiful set. You are a wealth of info on great tips and on quicker productivity. Love your ideas. Starting to put cards together for good causes. Thank You

[@JessCrafts]

So glad to hear you found it helpful!

[@susanwassall413]

Thank you for all the inspiration. I have only just found your channel and am so glad . You have a new subscriber and i am looking forward to seeing more beautiful cards.

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you so much for subscribing! I hope you find value in future videos as well.

[@jesseb5112]

I bought that 12x12 pad last year. This year I cut down about 40 of the sheets, and I am using it up! Great video!!! I love that you donate so many cards

[@JessCrafts]

That is awesome! Happy crafting!

[@ginamoody5105]

I love all the tips and tricks you give in your video. I like the idea of stacking cardstock to make foam strips!

[@Cards4Cancer]

It's the little ideas like using card stock for dimension instead of foam, that make me love you even more. I do appreciate you showing your magic on a recollection paper pack as they are typically so easy to get ahold of.

[@michellewohlgemuth8847]

The Moose is cool. They are wonderful cards & great ideas. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you! Merry Christmas to you too!

[@chaddonley9391]

What I like besides your creativity is your ability to color and blend so precisely. To shade in all the right places. I love everything art and that really amazed me.

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you so much!

[@AmyStamper]

Excellent video, lots of great tips! And the cards are beautiful! I too bought this paper pad, and then I had to order the LF Arctic Critters to go with it, so I'm all set! TFS!

[@JessCrafts]

Have fun crafting with your new stamps! I have used that set a lot over the years.

[@jeanalexander9443]

First time I have seem your tutorial. I like the info on cutting 6by6. I had wanted to order a cutter and info made up my mind. Cutter coming in 2 days. Many Thanks

[@JessCrafts]

Happy crafting! Enjoy your new cutter.

[@sarahwalters239]

Such a lovely selection of cards you made x

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you!

[@francesinglis6078]

Just thought I write and say how much I enjoy your video x

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to let me know!

[@lindastowars7346]

beautiful cards

[@blackitten2]

Great video and info. Thanks for sharing.

[@saffyjoe4991]

Pretty paper pad.

[@Bindersandcash19]

Love your cards, l have so many stamps that l haven’t used yet, going have to get them out for next year x

[@pattetucker6702]

Thanks for all the tips

[@andreagallucio7463]

Love that you used different manufacturer!

[@judyacebedo285]

I have this paper pad. I really liked your ideas. I am looking forward to working with it. Thank you.

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you! Happy crafting!

[@las9195]

thanks for the ideas for the cards because I bought the same paper pad and didn't know what to do with it

[@Bindersandcash19]

I love using left over strips to make backgrounds

[@donnakillewald9151]

Very clever creativity. Very stimulating to make Christmas Cards.

[@mmmmlllljohn]

You did a great job with the paper pad. I didn’t know how you would work out the blank page which you cut into 4 squares but they look great - well done! ❤️🇨🇦

[@JessCrafts]

Thanks so much! I both love and dread those large print pages. It's a creative challenge for sure!

[@CraftyElvira]

I love watching your videos! I like the long talking videos!!! I watch you on my iPad while I craft so we’re basically craftIng together! ☺️

[@JessCrafts]

How fun! I too love to craft along with KZbin videos.

[@ala2721]

I LOVE THE CARDS !

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you!

[@joyceburwell5744]

Thank you so much for all the great card ideas!!! I just bought this paper pad !!! I love animals too! 🙂

[@JessCrafts]

Have fun crafting with the paper!

[@elizabetheddy1073]

Great card Jess! So awesome for using this paper pad! It’s sooo hard not buying these when shopping at Michael’s! I have a bunch from last year and this year! I hope u do more of these videos! Thank you, thank you! Liz😊💗

[@JessCrafts]

I know! I used to buy so many paper pads but these videos have helped me focus on just buying a few and sharing because that makes me happier than having stacks of paper (although I do LOVE paper). Everyone always leaves such sweet comments!

[@lesliemerrill7389]

Thank you for sharing your videos. I love watching because sometimes I get stuck on designs and then you show something that inspires me.

[@carlaboone4343]

Beautiful

[@tammyshaffer8836]

Thank you for this!!! While I don't have this particular pad i do have another of the recollections pads. This gives plenty of good ideas! Thank you again. More videos using supplies that can be purchased locally, please!!!

[@JessCrafts]

I will definitely keep in mind using some big box store paper pads in future videos. I know it's very helpful for many. Thanks for watching!

[@plhatfield56]

Thanks so much for your videos. I love all your tips and tricks. The cards turned out so pretty!

[@deliabee]

I appreciate you using a pad I can get locally. It's really pretty paper. Thanks for the ideas, I'm going to add you to my subscribe list.

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you! I definitely enjoy using a variety of paper pads.

[@jeank3398]

They are all beautiful. Especially love the cards using the birch tree paper.

[@annacirronis1847]

Thank you so much 😊 my favourite was the birch wood land with owl on let it snow banner 😍🥰

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you!

[@michelegourd5742]

Awesome ideas!!! Thanks for sharing

[@sharonjohns312]

Beautiful paper pad and lovely cards!

[@tonimcclure6546]

Inspiring. Thank you.

[@JessCrafts]

Thanks for watching!

[@esthert4868]

Beautiful cards and not complicated! Thank you for sharing

[@tchme4now]

Thank you for this post. It's nice to see work with materials that are easily accessible and your money-saving tips are much appreciated.❤

[@scrapnfever]

Thanks for using this paper...I have it and it's nice to see what can be done with it. Would love to see other cards or craftyness you used with other recollections paper.

[@JessCrafts]

Glad you enjoyed! will definitely keep in mind Recollections when picking a new paper pad for the next videos.

[@ritaswanger1047]

Great job. Many good tips too!

[@Cards4Cancer]

I have to say those 6x6 pages of strips, always stump me when they have sentiments on them. I totally love your idea and will keep that in mine. There is always the option of two 5x7 cards for them. My favorite card is the polar animals looking up at the N star.

[@melodieisreal5933]

I am going to have to go to Michaels tomorrow for that paper pad! Thanks for all of the card ideas!

[@JessCrafts]

It's beautiful, I hope you enjoy crafting with it!

[@reneekennedy393]

Great video! Now I want it all!

[@iluvtojournal]

I love the different tips you gave throughout the video. All the cards seemed nice and naturally serene

[@harriettezmalloy7182]

Jess I love these! Wow!! I don’t have this pad, but I have several from Michael’s that I love, but couldn’t really come up with how to use. I really struggle with patterned paper. So the tips you gave & the way you used this paper pad is so very helpful! Thank you. And I just love how they turned out.

[@JessCrafts]

Thank you so much! I'm glad the video was able to give you some good ideas!

[@cherylcruz6849]

You’re the ultimate card maker extraordinaire! TFS your wonderful creative ideas 🤗

[@norinemueller4588]

Very pretty thank you

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Stunning set of cards 😻 I love your cards and video ❤ thanks for sharing your creativity xx

[@Delela1]

Love this! Lots of great tips, tricks and inspiration!

[@JessCrafts]

Thanks! So glad it was helpful!

[@ellengates7843]

These are so beautiful, so easy and tips how to use up the scraps. Thank you. The Birch Trees are my favorite.

[@janbryan3672]

You have made some amazing cards with this paper pad , Jess . I have made a few with mine already but you have inspired me to get it out again and make some more cards. I love these videos when you use as much of a paper pad as you can. Looking forward to the next one

[@JessCrafts]

Enjoy crafting with your paper pad!

[@pastda3]

I really like the blues in this paper pad. You made some lovely cards. Thanks for the video. :)

[@sheilaperl4155]

Really lovely cards!

[@sheri6901]

Love these I have the 12x12 now I wish I had bought the 6x6!

[@roberts1398]

Couldn’t wait to watch this because I bought the same pad, and it wasn’t even on sale I loved it so much! I especially liked what you did cutting the big scene down into fourths ... I never know what to do with those. Yours turned out awesome!

[@monicasanchez-conrad5947]

Love these papers pads! Just saw this paper pad but opted for the Cat and Dog paper pad along with the Plaid one. Great cards and inspiration for them!!

[@JessCrafts]

Enjoy crafting with your paper pads! Thanks for watching!

[@isabelle7403]

Love, Love, Love this video, Jess. There are lots of ‘use the paper pad’ videos but this one is different. Your thoughts really added to the video. Plus the care you took in adding hand colored animals really set the cards apart. I don’t think just cutting and adhering patterned paper makes a thoughtful, handcrafted card IMO. Your touches made such a difference. TFS. You ‘sparkled’ on this one! ❄️❄️❄️

[@JessCrafts]

So glad you enjoyed it! I've been wanting to do something a bit different. I get lots of love for the Doodlebug videos, but they are starting to feel a little similar and less fun so I decided to mix it up.

[@cwilliams1961]

Very cute cards. I really like that paper pad. I might have to go to Michaels today!

[@JessCrafts]

I hope you were able to pick it up. It was so fun to craft with!

[@cwilliams1961]

Jess Crafts oh yes, I picked it up last week. 😀

[@theresamerritt3644]

This is great! I love the mixture of easily accessible product and higher end mail order product. I too have a lot of lawnfawn stamp sets and a boat load of Michaels paper pads. It was nice to see a video incorporating the two. Thanks!! And super cute cards as well!

[@debbiepohl4165]

Love your cards, you had some very good ideas. (scraps instead of foam) thank you :)

[@roden70]

Really nice cards Jess. I love the colours in this paperpack.

[@desireejones1917]

So pretty and so helpful!

[@irenedavo3768]

Fantastic

[@tracimoney-honey8545]

I have the 12x12, not sure why I keep buying 12x12. But thank you needed some inspire to use up.

[@karenpage946]

Love hearing your process, especially with some of the trickier papers. I seem to have that problem a lot... I buy the paper because I love the look of it, but don't plan how I can use the paper before buying it. I get it home and keep asking myself what can I do with it??? Some seem impossible to use on a card. I think sometimes Michaels' papers in particular have that issue when trying to make A2 cards but the paper is designed so that you would cut off something important. I think its because they sell pre-scored cards in another size, like 4.5 x 6.25 or something like that. Those papers probably work fine with their card bases.

[@JessCrafts]

I know they sell all the paper pads in 12x12 as well so I think some papers are meant for scrapbookers but then others I'm not sure how a cardmaker or a scrapbooker would use them. Maybe they just make what looks pretty to pull us in (it works!). I'm glad you found some of my ideas helpful. Enjoy crafting with your pad!

[@maryegloff187]

Hi Jess, love watching your videos. Thank you for sharing.🤩😍💖 One question, could you like the stiches rectangle die set that you use to make these cards. And are you using a die for the solid card base too. If so what one is that one. Sorry, l am new to card making. 🤔😳😁

[@JessCrafts]

Hi Mary, Thanks! The stitched rectangle set is the Small Stitched Rectangles from Lawn Fawn. Here's a link: ldli.co/e/jk52q1 which I've also now added to the description. Sorry I forgot it the first time. The card bases are just 8.5 by 11 pieces of cardstock cut in half and then folded in half. The panels without stitching are cut with my paper trimmer not a die. I hope that answered your question. I'm always happy to help a new crafter. I should be able to get any questions you leave in the comments but feel free to email me at hello @ jesscrafts.com

[@nildam.bonilla5849]

Gosh I love that paperpad ♡♡♡♡♡ gotta see if I can find it at Amazon

[@ItsAShoreThingTravel]

Brilliant idea! I sell My card creations plus I will be teaching some classes (hopefully) next year so these are great ideas to do with a whole class...thanks so much, your cards are beautiful, we have very similar taste! Happy Holidays ☃️🦃🎅🏼

[@JessCrafts]

So glad you found the video helpful! Happy Holidays!

[@debikrampen8399]

As usual, I love this!

[@stickerlady1774]

I’ve made 6x6 card before, using Frank Garcia Country Christmas 6x6 pad 🎄

[@javierdamonte2173]

My name is Avelina and I just started doing the craft paper and making cards. My motivation and because I am a cancer survivor was to make cards especially for women and give it to them. I am also a teacher so now I am including children at St. Jude which is an institution that we support as a family. What other places could I donate cards? Now with the pandemic is so difficult to volunteer anywhere especially when you have a health issue. Please let me know.

[@JessCrafts]

You can find a lot of resources for donating cards on my blog:jesscraftsblog.blogspot.com/p/card-drive-resources.html Volunteering has always been important to me and while it is certainly more challenging to find opportunities to help from home they are out there and you can hopefully find a card drive that works for you.

[@carolnelson7107]

Thanks so much for sharing this paper pad, I also have it and love all the ideas you have given us.... :>)

[@JessCrafts]

Enjoy crafting with the pad! Thanks for watching!

[@lem4100]

Love that paper but it's not available at Michaels.

[@JessCrafts]

Unfortunately it's probably sold out at this point as it was seasonal. I did pick up my pad at Michael's before the winter holidays. One of the downsides of working with paper from big box stores is they are often only available for a single season and may not be in all stores.

[@annsimpson9494]

How do you get the punched lines around the edge of the card? Than you!

[@JessCrafts]

Sorry for the delayed response, they are from the stitched rectangles diecuts from Lawn Fawn.

[@debrashaw9130]

💖💖💖🌹🤓

[@stickerlady1774]

A lot of store-bought cards are larger than 4.25x5.5

[@JessCrafts]

So true, I donate a lot of my cards or send them in the mail and some card drives specifically ask for the 4.25x5.5 and they are easy to mail so I stick to them most often but big cards can be super fun too!

[@laurie4275]

I realize you posted this 4 years ago now, but it's interesting that you say you always feel the 6x6 pads are geared toward scrapbookers. I'm a scrapbooker, who always feels the 6x6 pads are geared toward cardmakers, and I get frustrated with trying to figure out how I could use them in scrapbooking. 😆 Hopefully, we're all finding ways to use them for both crafts. 🩷 I'm new to card making, and your videos have been very inspiring for me. Thank you.