Another night, another bite by the crafting bug and NO idea what to make! I decided to try a new format for card making and it ended up being a pretty solid success! Well, I mean if I can make 6 cards in about an hour, I consider that a pretty solid success, anyway.
Here's how I made these quick and easy Washi Paper + Vinyl Cards using my Cricut Explore!
WHAT I USED
Pre-made cards + envelopes (I cannot resist buying a million of these when they are 50% off at Michaels/Hobby Lobby so I always have a million on hand and love them to bits)
Paper Trimmer (not pictured - d'oh!)
Scissors
HOW I DID IT
1. I trimmed the Washi Sheet down to the size of my card. This may var based on what card you use, but essentially I use the measurement of the card and subtract a 1/4 inch so it has a very slight border. The paper is easy to cut with a paper trimmer and peels and sticks like a dream!
Then, I chose the design from the Cricut Design Space Image Library. I chose a variety of designs for a few different options since I've never made this type of card before and wasn't really sure what I'd like.
I cut the image using my Cricut Explore Air (all of the backgrounds were black vinyl, and all foreground were gold vinyl). I weeded the gold vinyl portions and cut the transfer tape down to size for the gold vinyl portions.
2. For designs that have two parts, I stuck the background on first to make sure it was centered and ready to go before applying the gold vinyl portion. Then, I used the gold vinyl that had been transferred to the transfer paper to align it easily!
3. Vinyl sticks to vinyl easily, so it's just a matter of lining it up, pressing it down, and peeling away the transfer paper!
I seriously made all 6 of these cards in under an hour. That's like 10 minutes a card - which is INSANE and awesome. I also spruced up the insides with some gold washi tape I had on hand to tie it together and add a little extra flair.
Design Space images from left to right:
Deer #MFC63E (Bits and Pieces Cartridge)
Hello Darling Branch Border #M46677 (Home Decor Wall Art Cartridge)
Bow #MFB12D (Bits & Pieces Cartridge)
Deer (the doe) #MFB838 (Bits & Pieces Cartridge)
Flower #MFBZE4 (Bits & Pieces Cartridge)
Flower Bird Design #M42362 (Botanicals Cartridge)
All images are included in the Design Space Subscription.
Considering I used just a few materials, an hour, and a touch of patience with the weeding - these cards are a win and ones I'll be making over and over!
I like the idea of using vinyl on a card. I may have to try this one. Thanks Lisa:-)
ReplyDeleteThanks! It was SO easy and adds a little something extra!
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