🎄 Quick & Easy Vintage Style Christmas Cards & Tags / Mass Making Ideas 🎄

[@elter1979]

Thank you for this beautiful cards tutorial Nina, praying for you for a full recovery after your radio therapy.

[@yvonnevl2497]

Amazing cards and tags!

[@thetapequeen5489]

Your cards are beautiful. Nina. I appreciate the tips for an easier way to make beautiful Christmas cards. In years gone by, I used to make all of our Christmas cards, do all the baking, shopping, wrapping etc, plus work. These days my health has made it to where I'm doing well if I can make one or two cards and do the rest of the stuff with a lot of help from my husband and daughter. I'm so thankful I have their loving help. My prayers are with you as you have your treatment, sweet friend. We'll miss you, but want you to be gentle with yourself and take all the time you need. Hugs, Shell💜

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Shell. So much work goes into this time of year. Glad you have got your family there to help you. Have a wonderful week ❤️ xx

[@bonnerdebbie]

Good morning Nina, I just got home from my third midnight shift this week, the holidays mess up delivery's every year. I love your cards and tags, the distress stains made such a difference. I don't write on my cards anymore either, messed up one too many. My thoughts and prayers will be with you as you go through the final hurdle toward "Normal" Thanks also for the refresher on how to make a custom size envelope. Love to Louie and Toby!!❤❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hello Debbie. I have never worked a night shift, but imagine it is not an easy one, especially at such a busy time of year. I am really looking forward to getting back to normal, and glad it will be over in time for Christmas. Sending love to you as well ❤️

[@kathybobnar687]

Always enjoy your videos, glad you are back posting! Will be praying for your recovery!

[@apriladams7119]

You have the best art style ever!!! Ilove these cards and LOVE your style!!!! And I cannot thank you enough for inspiring me. Inspiration is difficult for me lately. When I find or in this case, when someone gives it to me, it is the best gift I can get when I'm creatively bankrupt. Thank you thank you thank you!! Your channel is the best!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Awww, thanks so much for your kind words April ❤️

[@marihop5117]

Beautiful cards and tags Nina , love the vintage images . Had to laugh at the ink plastic lol .Tfs big hugs xx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Marina. Got to laugh at our silly selves haven’t we. Hugs to you too ❤️ xx

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

Oh my can't believe I missed watching this, but I'm here now lol. As always you've done a fantastic job. So good to hear from you again and that you are managing to cope with what life is throwing at you at the moment. Sending all my love and positive vibes. Tfs xo

[@sherrywright6634]

So happy to see you today! Prayers have been going up for you. As always, love your cards. ❤ Thanks for sharing an update.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Sherry. I’m so thankful for all the prayers and positive vibes that have been sent my way. Almost there now ❤️

[@tinagillhamevans667]

Not long now Nina, you are on the home straight now hun. Keep going

[@maryannemilak7438]

Nina, love that you so concisely explained your method. Really must go find some old books! Glad you are feeling better and can see the light at the end of the tunnel. You sound fantastic! All the best.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Mary ❤️

[@lottesteeg3289]

Thx so much for your lovely Xmas cards. All the best for the coming days. Hope the treatment will work out well. So good to have you back! Greetz from Holland

[@kazeekins1]

Great images Nina . I love how your matting and layering brings them to life. Wonderful cards and tags . ! Thank you . Good luck with your treatments . Hugs Kay x

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kay. Nearly theren❤️ x

[@christieoertel1589]

Thank you for taking the time to show how you made the Christmas cards and tags, loved the plaid also I do remember the previous background s too loved them. Hello to Louie and Toby. Will be thinkinng of you over the next week Nina,healthy strong vibes sent your way

[@44hopeful]

Thank you for sharing these beautiful cards and tags. So happy to hear you have some energy back 😊 And sending best wishes for your full recovery 😊

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you ❤️

[@lenabot5961]

Good evening this sunday, was away for the day and just watched your video in bed. Lovely cards , so clevet to put paper in to write on. Good luck with the radiatontherapy the coming week and see you soon. A big hug lena xxx

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Good morning Lena. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead. Love and kisses ❤️ xxx

[@pamelalambert3392]

Awh, Nina, these tags and cards are beautiful. I've given up on making Christmas cards now because they are really time consuming as you say and there are so many to make, so I'll go for the tags which are always a joy to produce. Your work is gorgeous, images and toning the white background down, stuck onto score paper and then onto the lovely plaid background. I may use up those plaid serviettes from last Christmas's project you did. Good omens for Thursday, lovely lady. One dose of radiotherapy is one dose less to have, do the countdown! You do well, treatments and ops make us ridiculously tired and you are so good to treat us with your videos as much as you do. Keep the faith, Nina, thanks you and much love. x

[@LiliandersLilianGijsbers]

Thanks! Love the cards and tags. Smart to mass make them! Take care, hope the health will be back on track soon! We will miss you and think about you.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lillian ❤️

[@kmwwrench]

Those are great. Love the music paper and plaid backgrounds. Now I want to find a score to destroy. I have quite a few of those makeup brushes in various sizes that I bought at the dollar store. Much cheaper than buying from a craft supplier. Thinking good thoughts for your therapy.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Kathy. Look for a book in ‘miniature’ score. Abe books and Amazon usually have them ❤️

[@rhondachapman3688]

These cards and tags are gorgeous Nina. Good luck with your radiation therapy, hope it doesn’t knock you about too much. Take care of yourself 💜💜

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Rhonda. I have my last treatment tomorrow. Must admit I’m feeling tired and sore now, but onwards and upwards from tomorrow ❤️

[@marciahughes5190]

These are great Nina, so much better inked than that stark white!! Good luck with the treatment, it makes you quite tired so be sure to be kind to yourself and rest ❤

[@CuriousMoonDesign]

Good morning Nina, so lovely to see a video from you this morning and what a great share. Love your patience with the layering and inkling, really paid off. Amazing festive tags and cards. Thoughts and prayers with you. You are always so positive and bright. Take care. 💕

[@irenecasalino7406]

Love these cards and I've learned a so much easier way to make envelopes! I'm always making cards that turn out not to fit in my envelopes, lol! Wishing you all the best in your recovery.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Irene, glad the envelope ideas is helpful ❤️

[@ednamorgan7827]

Gorgeous Christmas cards, Nina. They are beautiful. Huge good luck with your forthcoming treatment. Take care🥰

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Edna ❤️

[@elizabethglenbentley7882]

Thinking of you, Nina, for your upcoming hospital sessions. We'll be waiting for you whenever you have the energy. Take care, lits of warm wishes ❤🎉

[@debbiepeysen9419]

Awesome cards. What a treat to get a video from you. Thank you Hugs Debbie

[@terryfrank3107]

So wonderful to wake up and find a new video from you and hear you have your energy coming back. These are beautiful and enjoyed seeing a new way to make envelopes that is easier and makes so much sense! Thank you!

[@jam4441]

Lovely cards and tags and keeping it simple. Please take it easy and wishing you all the very best for the next step in your treatment.

[@marbeth528]

Really lovely work that I would be very happy to receive. Take care clever lady. ❤

[@debbiemaddock9509]

Beautiful set of cards and tags 😍

[@purplefairy1]

They look wonderful Nina! I know how long it takes to craft and make things, so well done from me! 😂 I really hope things go smoothly next week 😊🤗💜🧚‍♀️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Sandra, almost done ❤️

[@evelynrauseo467]

Your cards and tags are stunning. Love the images and the background paper you selected. Applying distress ink is a fabulous idea for getting rid if the white background. I am so glad it worked on that glissy paper. Good luck with your treatments. I will continue praying, and thinking of you always! TFS. 🙏🥰

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Evelyn. I was a. It disappointed when I opened the package, but a bit of ink does wonders doesn’t it ❤️

[@lak-bunch1783]

Lovely finished cards, tags, and envelopes with the outside stamped sentiment. The process and ideas are keepers. Your corner cuts for tags have been adopted. As for the stazon ink, that has happened to me, too 😅 Using a washi tape to the inside sentiment for repurpose is another adoption. Thx Nina. Virtual hugs and prayers.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Those plastic toppers are a great idea if you remember they are there 😘. Thanks so much for the hugs and prayers. All these good vibes I’ve been receiving are definitely working ❤️❤️❤️

[@martinmixedmedia2899]

Some very nice vintage cards and tags and as always I enjoyed watching your process in creating them. It's good to hear that treatment is going well I hope you are back to good health very soon.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Martin, we are very relieved that it’s nearly over 💕

[@janewebster7661]

Lovely nine. They look vintage. Hope all goes well for you next week it realy nice too have you back.😊❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jane. Hope you have a good week ❤️

[@TheNanaThatKnits]

Love these! ❤

[@rhondastewart2841]

Such a lovely project . I love making Christmas cards but find it easier to use precut card and envelope sets. Coming up with new ideas every year is part of the challenge. So glad you are doing well. It's nice to see you doing videos - love them. Take care.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Rhonda ❤️

[@lizderby5433]

Lovely, as always! Thinking of you moving forward with your treatments. Hugs!!!!

[@lindaloughlin2370]

Beautiful nina. Good luck with treatment. Best wishes. Xx

[@cathyjoubert5483]

Everything you make is so elegant! Thinking of you always!

[@cindycreateforlife]

Your cards and tags are beautiful and using those large stickers was a great idea! The inking makes all the difference. Prayers for your upcoming treatments and having all of that behind you!💕🙏🏼🇨🇦

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Cindy, almost there now, then onwards and upwards 💕 xo

[@cindycreateforlife]

@@NinaRibenaMixedMedia Amen!💕xo

[@marilyntorsch3970]

Such pretty cards and tags. Sending prayers for a comfortable treatment and quick healing. Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@lynnerevell8445]

All the best for your treatments! Thank you for sharing these wonderful creations!

[@Paperieloveliness]

Nina, what beautiful cards and tags! Sending warm wishes and prayers for continued healing! 💖🙏

[@heatherparry3159]

Beautiful cards and tags! And thinking of you during your treatment and sending positive vibes your way.

[@ruthoshea8040]

Lovely cards this morning Nina. I love the ideas you have for tags. Sending you best wishes.

[@mommcaden6897]

OH! Those are gorgeous! Can't wait to give it a go! THANKS!!

[@emilybemily4397]

How lovely! I love this vintage ephemera. Good luck for the radio therapy. xx

[@joycrucitti6153]

Lovely set of cards/tags!! Glad for you that treatment starts…soon you’ll be looking back at this!!! Take the time you need to rest and regain your strength!!! All you’ve been thru is a major assault to your body… we will be here, awaiting your return, regardless of how that looks!! Be well…❤🥰🥰😘😘

[@yolandakouwenberg-meijer344]

Beautiful cards and tags!..take good care of yourself..

[@CherylJohnson-z7n]

Great ideas. So pleased to hear that you have some energy back. Your energy will probably go into hiding while undergoing radiation. Hey, it got me out of many household chores! Keep moving on, my dear.

[@katel3709]

These are so lovely! Thank you so much for sharing your talent. Many well wishes sent your way!❤❤

[@ChattylaineCreates]

Hope your treatment is going OK... I'm sure you'll get tired so take it easy and only do what you feel up too. Love the cards, they grunged up nicely, the plaid paper is cool too, I love that and yes cards are very time consuming partly why I don't make many 🙄🤔 Thinking of you ❤️😊

[@TitianTopsyTurvy]

These are absolutely gorgeous cards and tags Nina. You make it look easy. I hope your radiotherapy goes well ❤

[@donnashultz3937]

These are just stunning. Best wishes for your first treatment coming up.

[@melaniebrown747]

That made me laugh about the ink not working 😂. Hugs for this week xx.

[@asajarl5519]

Good luck with your treatment Nina❤

[@lorrainewilson2067]

So happy you are on the mend. Your cards are beautiful!

[@kazzarena]

All the Best Nina x beautiful goodies!

[@kathleenwilliams767]

These are so much fun ❤ Great idea! Wishing you the best.

[@sherryvanderpool8644]

Glad to see you lovely cards and envelopes hugs ❤

[@dianebell9263]

Love these came out lovely take care of yourself x

[@madebymartha]

Very lovely cards and tags Nina! Wishing you continued good health❤❤❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Martha, so glad I’m almost done ❤️

[@WasteSomeTimeWithMaggie]

Oh Nina thes stickers are just gorgeous, good luck with Radio Therapy ❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Mags. Flonz are in NZ, so wondering if you have come across them before ❤️

[@louloufabrique]

Very nice and inspiring cards. Merci 😊

[@tammymchenry3675]

Hope all is well. Love these! My friend just had a double mastectomy and is in hospital as I write recovering from her reconstruction surgery. Goes home tomorrow. All is well . Caught it early. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Tammy, I’m doing well thank you. Wishing your friend all the very best ❤️

[@deborahwilson3546]

I'm a new subscriber from Washington State in the U.S. Really enjoyed your tutorial.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hello Deborah, thanks so much for subscribing and glad you enjoyed the video ❤️

[@eugenebellion9142]

Beautiful cards, Nina. Thoughts and prayers will be with you this week and always. Be gentle with yourself and Godspeed your recovery.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you so much Eugene. Very glad it’s almost done ❤️

[@anniefaint6373]

This was a lovely surprise, beautiful cards and gift tags ,,,,, hope all goes well for you next week , I’ll be thinking of you xxxxxx ❤🎄

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much dear Annie ❤️ xxxxxx

[@CherylJohnson-z7n]

Great tips, Nina. So pleased to hear that you have some energy back. Your energy may go into hiding, while undergoing the radiation. It didn’t bother me much because it got me out of several household chores! Let us know, when you get to ring the ship bell! Love you, Nina. BTW, it’s me, Cheryl. Don’t know why I have a different comment name.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hello Cheryl, It’s such a pain that YT has changed the comment names as I don’t know who anyone is any more. I hadn’t realised that my short course of 5 sessions were the equivalent of 15 regular ones and it’s hit me quite hard today. Feeling tired and sore, but onwards and upwards from tomorrow as I get to ring that bell 🔔.

[@susanroutley6986]

I sure appreciate you making videos for us when your life has been disrupted. I’m thinking good thoughts for you. I love these cards and tags. Just my style. Take care.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you Susan, it feels good for me to push through as much as I can ❤️

[@Craft_Plan_Create]

These are such lovely items! Wishing you positive outcomes for your upcoming treatments. I will be going back to watch your older vids. Sending prayers from Southern California🤍

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

❤️

[@janetdand2704]

Lovely cards and tags. Here in the States, we have an A2 card which is 4 1/4 by 5 1/2 similar to the cards you made. If you have a paper 8 1/2 by 11 and cut it in half at 5 1/2 you get two card bases out of one piece of paper. Just a suggestion. I love your vintage cards and tags. I never saw an envelope made as you did and I need to try it! Good luck with your treatment next week. You are in my prayers for a very speedy and complete recovery!

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks for the card tips Janet and glad the envelope tip was helpful ❤️

[@barbarathurston4795]

Love these card! So pretty and festive. I really enjoy your tutorials.Take care and hope to see you back soon. Blessings.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Barbara ❤️

[@alisonmary1443]

You do make the loveliest cards, beautiful style. Nearly there, treatment over before Christmas, absolutely delighted for you.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Alison, I am very thankful for that ❤️

[@miekemiddelhuis3782]

Well done Nina, it's quite a job every year. I always start with a simple design in my head, but then for some reason I end up with far too complicated cards! I'll start again soon, we'll see 😅 I wish you all the best with the radiotherapy ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Hello Mieke. Every Christmas I plan to be organised, but time always runs away with me, especially this year. Simple is best for me, or they’d never get done. Hope all is well with you 💖

[@lucyfanning7496]

These are lovely. Sending best wishes for a return to optimum health.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Lucy. Last treatment tomorrow ❤️

[@laineygardner5211]

The cards and tags are beautiful! It definitely made a difference making the sticker images look vintage. I hope your treatment goes well. Take good care and rest. Love and hugs❤

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Lainey. I hope all is well with you ❤️ xo

[@grimmmunro2279]

Good luck nina,❤

[@robinsutton4952]

Get healthy soon wishes to you. Be easy on yourself. Our health is so important. Hopefully my husband will he home soon after a small back surgery. The best to you and family for the coming holiday season.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

I hope all went well for your husband and wishing him a speedy recovery ❤️

[@carolm4094]

Nina, these are beautiful! Hugs and prayers for the remainder of your treatments. ❤️

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks so much Carol 💖

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

Lovely cards and tags! Good wishes on your new therapy next week! Hope it goes really well.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Susan, I’m sure all will be fine ❤️

[@minnasalomaki3177]

😅 I'm so glad I'm not the only one who uses ink through plastic.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

😂 Yes it does help to remove it first doesn’t it 😘

[@dianesample1221]

Beautiful 🌷

[@marikareimer4411]

Hello Nina, I love these cards you made!! So very pretty 🤗

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you 🎄

[@papercontessa4318]

"Try not to overthink it, Nina" has become my mantra.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Haha, it certainly works for me 💕

[@ScrappyMim]

I love these. Vintage Christmas is so fun.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you. Glad you like them ❤️

[@purplenanna1272]

Good to see you crafting again….instead of cleaning 😂😘X

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

After this crafting session it looks like a bomb hit it again 😂😘Xx

[@jeannebeam3042]

Gorgeous cards! Thanks for sharing.

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thanks Jeanne, glad you like them ❣️

[@karver3440]

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[@ninahaakansson6996]

❤

[@joansensing8504]

These are beautiful ❣

[@NinaRibenaMixedMedia]

Thank you ❣️