Scrap Series Thursday Christmas Cards

[@geraldineself6017]

Thank you so much. I am learning lots about making cards.

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

That's wonderful Geraldine - I'm so glad to be part of your journey!

[@sallyapplegate4591]

So clever!!!! You are good!!!😊

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

You can not go wrong with these cards. I make some every year!!

[@JeanPoole-yh3gr]

Great use of scraps,turned out fantastic!!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thanks so much Jean! That card layout is really really hard to mess up!

[@debbiekasmar282]

I love your little chuckle….😂🤣

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Well...I am easily amused LOL!!

[@mawmawvee]

@@SeniorSusieStamps It does help to be able to laugh at the things you laugh at. Life is crazy and futile if you take things too seriously.

[@SugarRayCrafts]

great cards

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thank you!

[@sharonpimento3257]

You know I have 3 xyron machines and never thought of this. You are a gem 💎.

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Oh those Xyron's have a world of uses! But you are right they are easy to forget. My problem is I never can remember which way up the paper goes in LOL!!!

[@emilyfox1777]

I was so stumped on how everyone was making the Iris cards until i saw this! Looooove the patterns on the 1st card! Thanks for showing!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

I'm not sure these are iris cards. They elude me also. But these are easy and a great way to use up some scraps.

[@roxannetucker5813]

Great idea and very nice cards up on completion.

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Glad you like them! And they are scrap busters!

[@Joellencox]

Adorable!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

I love scrap cards like these. They are really quite festive!

[@brendarochon838]

Awesome ideas to use up those scraps. Really like your cards TFS 😊🇨🇦

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thanks so much Brenda!

[@anitaholmes6824]

Great way to use up scraps and make beautiful cards! BTW....I love how you store your embellishments etc. thanks for sharing!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Glad you like them Anita! Happy Crafting!!

[@mawmawvee]

Love these cards! When I first saw the yellow/gold strips, I thought the little black dots were eyes!!! LOL!!! That's what my eyes told my brain until I saw them up closer and realized they were little jingle bells. SMH...😁😂🤣

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Oh that's too funny!!! LOLOLOL

[@sheilaperl4155]

I love your giggle,

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Well, what can I say - I am easily amused!

[@kathleens7898]

BEAUTIFUL cards!!! What a clever use of scraps!!! I love that you decorate the inside of the cards!!!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thank you Kathleen - I look at the inside as another opportunity to use up scraps! 😊

[@maggieb4648]

I wish there was a little heart button here! lol Once again, beautiful cards and another fabulous way to use up scraps. Christmas may be long over now, but the technique will work wonders any time of year. I've got so many strips, and now, another new way to use them up! TFS!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

These were a lot of fun and you are so right it is a universal technique. Have you gotten to the bargello technique yet? You're gonna love that!!

[@maggieb4648]

@@SeniorSusieStamps I did see that video! And, of course it's on my 'must try' list! So many techniques and ideas, so many scraps, so little time! lol Big Spring cleaning happening here clearing out in hopes of selling and moving on. Would love to use up all the scraps so I don't have to take them with me! (Unless it's in the form of finished cards and hand made ephemera!)

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

@@maggieb4648 A very worthy goal!! Best of luck to you and in your move also!!

[@francesinglis6078]

Great cards this is the first time you have come up on my YT page of to see what else you have done 😊

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Hi Frances - Welcome to My Channel. There is a lot of content there for you to check out if you like so Come Back Soon!

[@carolynpicken6949]

I have used a 8 1/2 x 11 label,sheet…used the sticky side which is more forgiving than the xyron

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

That's good to know. I know the first couple of times I used my xyron I wasn't sure I would like it., But I find I reach for it more and more.

[@gretathewise]

Amazing! Love this technique! Adding those gold stars made such a nice little embellishment. Terrific cards, as always! You are so talented and creative. I just love your videos.❤

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thank you so much! These are some of the best scrap cards - they make wonderful colorful Christmas cards!

[@judyevansparker5989]

love them

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thanks Judy! They are just a bit different that the usual strip card.

[@marilynnmitchell9739]

Julia, how long did you cut your strips? Love the cards & getting rid of scraps. Learning lots & enjoying your tutorials. ❤

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Hi Marilyn - I didn't pay any attention to the length, just cut the width and trim off with your scissors. After you get your starting point they all fall into place...

[@gregsgirl23au]

Julia you've done it again I love these scrap happy cards 🎅🎄❤️😊

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Thanks Lindsey! I always make several of these every year because they are FUN!!

[@gregsgirl23au]

@@SeniorSusieStamps it's really relevant too with these use your scraps videos because with costs rising these days I know I like to use what I have before buying and it shows you can create something beautiful with little

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Absolutely! I have just come down from the studio using up more of those strips and will be posting the card pics over on the facebook page probably tomorrow. It has been an amazing year of scraps for me and I can see a big reduction in the studio believe me!

[@gloriaonesimus6244]

Hi Julia, there is nothing more comforting than sitting down with a lovely cup of tea and vegemite on toast for breakfast and watching you making Christmas cards... that is what I call bliss. 🥰 I loved your Christmas cards, and your attention to detail. It was wonderful watching your thought process as you chose the elements to use on each card. It looks as if you still have a lot of scraps there to make a card or two more! Many years ago, I had some glitter glue but never used it because I didn't know how to apply it to my cards so that it looked nice. I think I ended up popping it in the charity box with other bits and pieces. On seeing how you have used glitter glue I probably would have kept it. Of course, what I use now are the shimmer pens if I want a little sparkle. Wishing you a wonderful evening, so until next time... Blessings, love and hugs from your Aussie friend, Gloria! 🥰☕🍰💐💖💕

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

You know, I just assumed you were 12 hours different than I am, but really not sure. Do you know? My vegemite came today. Toast in the morning! These cards are fun to make and you can do so much with them to use up little odds and ends... Take care my friend - Hugs from Tennessee! Julia

[@gloriaonesimus6244]

@@SeniorSusieStamps Hi there Julia, I just checked, and your time right now is 6.30pm on Thursday evening, whereas it is 10.30am Friday morning here. I did my calculations, and you are 16 hours behind me which also includes our daylight savings which commenced at the beginning of October where we put our clocks forward by one hour. Time differences can get very confusing, can't they? OHHHHHHHHHHHH the vegemite!!! I will be definitely thinking of you as you try it for the first time... 🤣although I may be asleep by your breakfast time! (Your 7am will be our 11pm... I think!!!) I hope you purchasing the vegemite wasn't a waste of money, and that you will enjoy the experience. 🤣🤣🤣Please let me know what you thought of it. Actually, I am very interested with different foods from around the world. I have subscribed to a couple of KZbin channels that demonstrate cooking in North Carolina, USA, and I am fascinated by the differences between our countries. Blessings, love and hugs from your Aussie friend, Gloria. 🥰🌻💖💕

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

@@gloriaonesimus6244 Oh you got to it quicker than I. I have been trying to finish up some of those scraps that were left. Up in the studio with Cordelia and Lillie Mae in the evening is not something I usually get to, but I was hoping to get some of those pesky scraps used. Will keep you posted on the Vegemite! Which cooking channels are your favorites? Hugs, Julia

[@gloriaonesimus6244]

@@SeniorSusieStamps My favourite cooking channels are - 1) The Farming Pastor's Wife 2) Old Time Knowledge Both live in North Carolina. Julia, it is pouring down here, and down in the back garden is starting to flood... my house is okay as it is higher up at the back and have good drainage at the front. It looks like this rain will be around for about a week, so will be getting a bit water-logged!!! Would you like some more rain? It is just after 9.30pm where you are so have a good night. Blessings, love and hugs from your Aussie friend! 🥰💖

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

We got a little about a week ago, but not enough to make a huge difference, and we are back to dust now. Check out my breakfast kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHWWdIN5hd-lrMk

[@lisawarner1556]

Such a neat idea and cards come out so nice! I, going to have to try this!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

These are fun and very festive! I worked on a few more of those scraps last night and will post over on the facebook page today sometime.

[@dixiepab]

Where did you get those wonderful organizing trays please?

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Hey Dixie - Those came from amazon, and they are Wonderful! Here is a link - www.amazon.com/dp/B000PD4I3C?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-reorder-t1_k0_1_6&amp=&crid=1VEL350TPRV6N&amp=&sprefix=artbin

[@CanadianQueenmagenta]

What great cards Julia! I'm off to try my hand at these. Hugs.

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

I know you will have fun with them! I always make several every year and this technique works great all year long.

[@joniheath6722]

Like a log cabin quilt

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

It is and you can pop them in an embossing folder for a quilted effect too!

[@sheilaperl4155]

Your cards are stunning, I have only done diagonal strips I will try your method, I really like the way they came out. I love your “embellishments “ box, could you give us a closer look?!!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

I discovered those earlier this year on amazon and get them when they are on sale - but even at regular price they are wonderful! smile.amazon.com/dp/B000PD4I3C?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Julia, these are awesome cards, I love strip cards. If you stick to the pattern, they pretty much make themselves and look great. Thanks so much. 😊🇨🇦

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

That's exactly right! It is hard to mess up a strip card!

[@claudiarose4139]

Oh what fun!!!! I have to make some of these! As you were making your cards, my mind was racing with ideas. The diagonal card is my favorite and the way you embellish is really genius! I know you said we don't have to have a xyron, but if we wanted one the same as yours, which one do you have? I'm sure it's small enough to hide in my tiny apartment! LOL God bless you, Julia and thanks for all the inspiration!

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Oh wonderful! I have so much fun making these every year I do several. Here is the link for where I got mine. They had a refill deal of 3 when I got mine so look for that as well. www.mybinding.com/xyron-5-creative-station-lite-laminator-624740.html

[@claudiarose4139]

@@SeniorSusieStamps thank you so much

[@marymckenzie3559]

Susie where did you buy your plastic embellishments container

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

Hi Mary - Those came from amazon here is a link www.amazon.com/dp/B000PD4I3C?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-ontype-md-t3_k1_11_6&amp=&crid=1Y7QQWB77R5MB&sprefix=artbin&th=1

[@sniffnuser9448]

Did you know that a Square envelope cost 1.oo to mail ?

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

It does add to the cost. But if you compare a handmade card and $1 postage vs stationary store card I think you still come out way ahead. And I like to change up my card formats as much as possible.

[@ccl5141]

Another beautiful card, I have made cards for this coming Christmas but, I am starting ones for next Christmas...i have been looking for new ideas but, can't seem to stick with most videos be a use of their constant talking about anything and everything, drives me Nutty. As I said in my last msg... your voice is so relaxing it makes it easy to follow your instructions. Thank you.

[@SeniorSusieStamps]

This card layout really uses up some scraps if you make several cards. Scraps seem to just multiply in my studio. I try very hard to use up paper once I cut into a full piece. But boy it can be a challenge!!