The most valuable 5x7 paper cutting hack you’ll ever learn..plus many fast greeting card ideas 20++

[@SharonLuska]

In case you might need a word primer…Line up your 12x12” paper on the 5” mark..then cut down only 7”…turn paper clock wise 1quarter turn then line up with 5” mark and cut only 7” down your first 5x7 panel will pop out then..…turn paper clockwise 1quarter turn then line up with 5” mark and cut only 7” down your 2nd 5x7 panel will pop out then……turn paper clockwise 1quarter turn then line up with 5” mark and cut only 7” down your third 5x7 panel will pop out then you will also have your fourth 5x7” panel on your cutter deck as well as the centre 2x2 piece will pop out hope that helps💕💕💕

[@HandmadeByTasha13]

Such a GENIUS way to cut a 12x12 sheet!!!!! 🤯👏

[@SharonLuska]

Tashaaaaaaa!!! gee thanks💕💕🤗 I’ve been watching a bunch of your videos you are killin it girl🎉🎉 I might do a 5k hop I hope you would be in??

[@HandmadeByTasha13]

@@SharonLuska You are such a sweetheart!!! Thank you so much 💖 Heck yeah, I'm in!!! 😁 5k is HUGE!!! 🤯 You are a force!!! 💗👏

[@MariaAguilar-vs9fb]

You opened up my eyes, never made 5x7 because of the waste but your brillant, never thought of that.

[@loribagley3555]

I have been wasting SO much paper before seeing this. Thanks.

[@MichelleM-kp2gm]

I've been card making for years, but always stayed away from 5x7 cards because they waste too much paper. This cutting hack is awesome! TFS ❤

[@angelaharnett6437]

What a great idea . I must be completely dense . Never thought of that and been wasting s9 much from my 12x12 sheets . Thank you x

[@MrsDeborahkelly]

I was today years old............Ingenious.

[@jillf24]

Genius!!! You are a Paper Engineer!!!

[@cindyb5297]

Love this hack! I have dozens of 12x12 paper packs from scrapbooking. I'm making large cards. Thank you 😊

[@SharonLuska]

Yaaay💕💕

[@msl3900]

I love 5x7 cards. Not used a lot by lower 48 makers.

[@MaryPennington-z3b]

1st time I have been on your channel. Your Scrappy Tales is looking good. Well done

[@stebo235]

You make the most professional looking cards. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and cards. They are beautiful.

[@suewaller8447]

Beautiful cards. Love to see and try new things. Scrappy Tails is a new fav of mine. Cheers!

[@rrunnr]

Where do I find the video about making the thin little slivers strips of gold and silver?

[@letstalkraedunn9039]

I’d be interested too .. if anyone has a link could you add it in the reply please 🤞🤞(thank you)

[@missychan63]

I just spent over an hour going back through every single one of her videos and I must have missed it somewhere but here's how I do it... And I even use the xyron sticky paper that she mentioned. I take a roll of my double-sided xyron refill (but you can use any double-sided tape or sheet) and just cover the back of either a foil cardstock or whatever cardstock you want strips of. Don't take off the second half of the backing paper... Just the side that you'll be sticking to the back of your cardstock. Then just cut skinny little strips with whatever paper trimmer you use. I tend to use my guillotine trimmer because I find it cuts better through the adhesive but whatever works for you is fine. Then... When you're ready to use them, just take the backing paper off and you have an instant sticky strip that you didn't pay a ridiculous amount of money for, in any color you need.

[@shirleycole2284]

Hi Sharon, this is the 5th time I have watched this and I see something new each time. I love your cutting plan - that is a game changer and TFS. Shirley (London UK) xx

[@jamiewatts3895]

Love your ideas 💡 for cutting 12x12 cs for card fronts and your sticky strips! TYFS!

[@judymason9736]

I love these cards! So glad to find your channel.

[@claudettemiskell4839]

I usually don’t get Christmas cards sent, even though I’ve known for a full year that christmas was coming!🤭 So instead I send Valentines. People have gotten used to it, and they say they really love them. They aren’t competing with all the other cards, so they really look at them. Your suggestions are so great. Blessings❣️🙏🖖

[@karenwhite1111]

I ❤ your work! Everything you make is beautiful.

[@brendarochon2521]

Wow, wish I’d seen this video before Christmas lol. Great ideas for this coming Christmas though. I love that you use everyday supplies; I get a bit frustrated watching SU videos since I don’t own many of theirs. I do own tons of dies so I can easily replicate some of your ideas. Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@SuperRocketdog1]

Love all your great ideas! Given me lots to help with my card making.😍😍💕👍🐶🇬🇧

[@telyeash4155]

I just found you and I’m so excited to learn more from you, I love that you gave me a way to make great cutes for a 5x7 cards I think I will make some Christmas cards this size this year for my shop and to send I think I make buy the ATG runner I use so many little runners I think it’s time to graduate ❤❤loving your cards from Oregon

[@mariannewilliams8473]

Awesome, wonderful, beautiful ideas!!

[@margaretg2097]

Wow! I'm so happy that I've happened across this great video! Thanks so much for sharing this, it'll be a huge saving for me. I've subscribed so I'll be looking forward to any future videos you're able to make. I'll be going through your back catalogue, too 🔔 🎄 🎅

[@pattijohnson5026]

Very creative, beautiful cards Sharon!

[@MsChareng]

I’m so excited that I found you!! I’ve learned so much in a few minutes!! Thank you!!!

[@claudettestraub7049]

Thanks for sharing this tip. I often purchase paper packs and then can't figure out how to use some of the papers. Especially the ones with a design on the bottom or just the corner. This will now let me use the entire pack. THANK YOU!

[@monahayford9819]

Very inspirational video, with lots of great hacks. Thanks!

[@kerryloper6142]

Great Video. I have a ton of these books, and just really didn't know what to do with them. I bought them because the papers are so pretty. Shiny object syndrome classic move for sure. ☮❤

[@teresasanner-fecto3690]

I love all of your videos. I never walk away without some new trick...I appreciate you!

[@angelicawilliams5288]

Lovely cards, thanks for sharing your 5x7 cards

[@susanmalloch9375]

Very nice cards and I now have a few ideas to borrow ! Thanks!

[@SharonLuska]

that makes my heart happy🤗🤗

[@kimmorin7847]

Hi Sharon! Thanks for your videos! You mentioned in this video about a video you did on making the foil strip using your sticker maker cartridge. I can't seem to find it. Can you please tell me what the video is called so I can check it out. I've got a whole slew of your videos for me to watch later! Your money saving hacks amaze me!! You are brilliant! P. S. I love that you are Canadian as you've mentioned a couple of places to check out!

[@annihilator45]

Fabulous ideas! Thanks and Merry Christmas to you 🎄🎄🎄💗💗💗😁

[@bettebentzel4207]

They are all so beautiful!

[@bellnorton1691]

Very well done, learned some crafty new tricks. Loved your technique.

[@suebuckhorn3211]

j just found you this morning . Your cards are awesome. I will be watching many more of them. I enjoyed watching this video very much.

[@irishk.1041]

Love the cutting hack! Now can use up a LOT of those paper pads. More into inking now days. But, I have some beautiful papers to use too. All my children's, and grand children's birthday cards are done as 5x7's Your cards are beautiful. Very talented. Thanks for your video :)

[@SharonLuska]

Thank you💕💕

[@annihilator45]

Thank you for that amazing cutting trick for the 5x7 pcs. out of the 12x12! Your cards are so lovely 😍 ❤ 💙 💜 💖

[@lwhitt9655]

There are birthdays around Christmas season.those would make beautiful birthdays cards

[@keating_4_ever]

Thank you for this 5x7 cutting hack! This will definitely come in handy. I might decide to go with 5x7 xmas cards this year! 🤔

[@1949Franny]

Your cards are beautiful and I learned a lot from your video. I mostly make 5x7 cards and have lots of 12X12 designer paper that I didn't know how to cut. Thank you!

[@Java-Junky]

This was great, especially the sheet with the trees! I so needed to see that!

[@SharonLuska]

I’m thinking of doing a “weird papers” ..the ones where we say - well what am I supposed to do with that🤨 Do you think that would be of any value?

[@emmadennehy6356]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm from the UK and a lot of one sheet videos I've watched from the US use card sizes which are not standard over here. These cards are beautiful and the paper cutting hack is great. All the best.

[@bjsmoker]

Great ideas and tips! Loved it!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Wonderful cards and awesome cutting tips. Thanks so much. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 😊

[@reginap0lley478]

Beautiful cards and love the way you express every thing.

[@marycollier1293]

A great hack. Looking forward to your hop with Bitty.

[@angelalittlewood3039]

Awesome tip re cutting the 5x7 from a 12x12 sheet. I love making 5x7 cards, and always seem to have some waste from my patterned paper! Everyone should have the Scrappy Tails Christmas Assorted leaves in their stash, as well as the Assorted Metal leaves die. They are so versatile, and best of all, made in America! I promised myself that I wouldn't buy any more stamps and dies in the new year, until I have used everything I have, but, I can't wait for Sabrina to bring out some new things in 2022!

[@SharonLuska]

Sabrina is creatively gifted isn’t she💕💕 thank you for your support 🤗🤗

[@conniefossi1327]

Awesome tutorial. So much information. Thank you

[@burton8280]

Thanks for the cutting lesson - so basic, but never explained to me before

[@KathyaKalinine]

Beautiful cards! Merry Christmas!!!🎄🎁

[@SharonLuska]

Dang Kathya I’m a HUGE FAN of yours😃💕💕 thank you so much for watching you totally made my day🤗 Hope you have a Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@KathyaKalinine]

@@SharonLuska Oh, my goodness, Sharon-you’re so sweet! Crafty hugs to you! Maybe in the new year, we could do a collab together if you’re interested? I have been MIA for a few months due to an injury and then a family medical issue, but all things have settled and I plan to get back to crafting more! ♥️♥️♥️

[@sm-kt9ho]

Great video! You mentioned that you would share how to you do your tiny mirror strips, but I could not find it. Thanks!

[@martharyniak7990]

Awesome. I never thought of cutting this way. Genius!

[@roxanneklinger3828]

I loved this video. So many tips.

[@hazcar5543]

Beautiful cards, thanks for sharing

[@cheriew1428]

Great hack for cutting! Thank you for sharing this! Beautiful cards. Merry Christmas to you and yours!❄️🎄☃️🥰

[@susanncarlson6708]

Where is the "Xyron no-cartridge" hack video (@ approx minute 6:40)? Can't find it. BTW - I REALLY APPRECIATE your clever videos, and fun presentation style. You go girl!

[@alanandbelindaskardal6329]

These are great.....have never made 5x7 cards. Thank you...

[@reneecassidy7279]

Great video and love your cards!

[@LillianJensen-jj4hf]

Love these! 🎀🎇

[@emmyyoung5307]

LOVE this technique! I'm having trouble finding your video with how you use the xyron cartridge and no machine, Thanks for your help.

[@rduckster4727]

Just lovely!!!

[@cindypurvis2485]

Awesome!!! Thank you so much!

[@Cuttlebuglover]

Wow, such a clever way to cut to get the most out of the sheet of paper

[@carolbatchelor5855]

You have such great ideas for making your crafting supplies go a lot further. I love your cards! They are absolutely amazing! Thanks for the tips!

[@charleneengler5113]

Fantastic tip!!!! Where are you? 2:19

[@rrunnr]

Wow you make my head spin with your ideas,Love them.Just as question I hear you speak of Canada,Are you Canadian?

[@thejenbar]

Great ideas. Thank you x

[@lindawillis9967]

Am very interested in how to make the skinny sticky strips. I cannot seem to find it in this post? Thank you for this outstanding video.

[@christieoertel1589]

thank you Sharon have a wonderful Festive Season

[@bethjackson8727]

I only make 4 1/4. X 5 1/2 cards but I love your ideas and watching you assemble your cards. Incredible ideas. Happy new year from Ontario.

[@momofisher2429]

Thank you for sharing your creativity and ideas with us. It is much appreciated.

[@robynmarshall2226]

Love the cards you make . Thanks for the tips and tricks to make our card making easier .

[@heidikimmerly2326]

Love them all.

[@debbiebrunssen8773]

thankyou loved this video, and need to do this, and get my cute papers cut up

[@sheilaisom194]

New to your channel, very lovely cards. You have a special talent for arranging. I will enjoy watching your techniques.

[@barbarashikiar6]

Love your videos. Very talented.

[@karinberonius8799]

Another great tip that makes you go: "whaaat!"😯 And the cards are just stunning! I wish you a Very Merry Christmas 🎄☃️and a Glorious New Year!🎉

[@SharonLuska]

Thank you Karin Holiday wishes to you too💕💕💕

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Fabulous cards Sharon 😻 I love the pattern papers, your die-cuts and your card designs. Fantastic tips on how to cut 12x12 pattern papers ❤ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx Merry Christmas and a happy new year Hugs xx

[@SharonLuska]

Hugs Joan💕💕💕

[@sueturcotte811]

Fabulous!

[@lifeofcrafting247]

Love your hack! I’ve got these card base and envelopes from a prior purchase but never wanted to use them because of the printed paper waste Thanks for educating me! I’d love to see how you made the bow on the Farm Fresh tree card

[@bethschoeberl8123]

All of these are absolutely stunning ❣️

[@IncludeaThankYou]

Merry Christmas Sharon! Great Tip!

[@SharonLuska]

Thank you So much Desire 💕💕💕 I hope you had an awesome Christmas and that the New year brings you wonderful things🎉🎉🤗

[@TRsPlace]

Love that hack for 5x7 cards! Thank you. It is in my techniques folder. Love all the cards you shared. Christmas cards are always so nostalgic to look at. A very MERRY CHRISTMAS to you! 🎄 💛TR

[@SharonLuska]

Hugs sweetie🤗🤗 I hope you get some good crafting time in in the new year😁💕💕💕💕

[@yolandamccurdy7177]

Ur creativity is stunning. U have definitely inspired me to start making 5x7 cards. The tip for getting 4 cards from 1 12x12 is brilliant. The strips u cut off can be glued on the inside of the card and u will get even less waste. TFS

[@SharonLuska]

You’re absolutely right about the strips they’re a little piece of found gold😉 hope you had an awesome holiday💕💕💕💕

[@cardstockcollector]

Thank You!

[@johnslanicky]

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎄 Thank you for the *great* suggestion for precutting 5x7 card fronts (and how to do the cuts!). ⭐️✨⭐️✨

[@yvonneduffy6812]

Great concise video, thank you, can you please tell me what glue you use?

[@ammnoydb4015]

Thank you so much for this. I confess I am severely dimensionally challenged (oh, the number of things I've ruined/wasted because I "misplaced" dimensions/orientations...). My initial thoughts on watching this were akin to being shown a magic trick. How does she do that?! Wo-ow! I had to re-watch a couple of times, if I'm honest (I feel such a doofus). Anyway, many thanks again & I've absolutely saved this to my Techniques folder. And will be looking up more of your vids. Great stuff!

[@michiganlighthouse]

Saving. I like your practical methods. I've been making A2 cards and doing well with 6x6 pads. I've just begun cutting my 12x12 pads into 6x6 pieces, putting those in envelopes to work on whenever. Now I'm wondering if there's a way to cut 12x12s for A2 cards.

[@tamaradowdy746]

I ordered the ST winter snow trees dies from your link. Excited to get them :)

[@SharonLuska]

So awesome 🎉🎉they’re one of my favourites, Thank you for using my links.♥️♥️♥️ Any chance you would like one of my handmade cards?

[@tamaradowdy746]

@@SharonLuska most certainly!!!! I would cherish that!

[@pamelafowler2372]

love your cards

[@SharonLuska]

you’re so sweet thank you 💕💕💕

[@MsSony12345]

Beautiful cards!! Thank you for the tutorial! How do you use the cartridge sticker maker without the machine? I seem to waste a lot!

[@sharonryan9024]

hi Sharon I cant seem to find the video of how you make the skinny strips i would love to learn thank you Sharon

[@ardennedra2624]

I've been hunting for it too.

[@fenixdesigns]

@@ardennedra2624 Same here! It seems I've been on a wild goose chase searching for it, but turns out I've actually been looking for an non-existent unicorn instead! She says in the video that she'll link it in the description, but then it _isn't_ listed at all... and judging from other comments (after spending over half an hour searching all over her channel and in the comments for it!) it seems there _is_ no such video, and that she's considering making it "since it seems to be in demand". It's rather frustrating, really! I appreciate her making these videos and sharing her tips, but wish she'd be more clear & transparent and say what actually really _is_ the case... that there are plans to make a video if there's enough demand for it (or whatever is the case)... rather than spouting off untruths and having people search for something that doesn't even exist! (Ok, rant over... I'm just a bit frustrated here is all!) 😵‍💫

[@denisebilquin5975]

Merry Christmas to you Sharon. I love this video so much. I have this pad and was looking at how to use the pad up and now I am psyched! You videos are so educational, I have followed you from your start and you have always offered great tips and advice. Happy New Year, be well.

[@SharonLuska]

You’re awesome Denise. I am so appreciative of your support and YES🤗🤗you have been with me the whole way🎉🎉any chance you would like one of my cards?

[@redrosey1957]

So clever to not use the Xyron machine. So much less wastage! (Not sure if that is correct grammar!!! :) )

[@sharonhendricks9706]

These are beautiful but I'm not understanding the "card" part. Do you place these 5x7 pieces onto a card base?

[@burton8280]

I was hoping to see the video on making thin holographic strips, but can’t find it

[@SharonLuska]

hi 😃✋if you check out this video I show how at the 2:23 mark kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2HGn32GrZ1srsk I hope that helps...I will do a video of just that in the new year for fast reference tho😉 Happy Holidays💕💕🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@nellmcrae7828]

Great ideas