I keep saying it all the time, but thank you, Kristie!! Can I send you some heat & humidity from New England? No? Aw rats, I'll keep trying to sell it elsewhere. Thank you not only for sharing your talent and flair, but also for correctly guessing that "A Kristie Video" was needed to brighten a day. {{{Big hug!!}}}
Tracy Tracy No thank you! Please keep your heat & humidity far away from Washington. I really prefer cooler temps and I don’t mind all the rain we get out here. Lol! But hopefully your summer won’t be too unbearable for you this year. And I’ll try to keep making videos to brighten your day. 😊
Betty Huffman Thank you! I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and leaving me such kind comments. I hope you have a beautiful day! 😊
I turned on this video while I was making cards. Needless to say, I got one card made. I am just mesmerized by you!! I have a ton of solid color cardstock so I guess I need to break out my 6x6 pads and go to town!! Lovely cards again, Kristie!!
I love your lots of cards from a 6X6 paper pack series. I find these videos inspirational and relaxing. I followed this formula for my Christmas cards this past year and it was the most enjoyable time I've had in a while making a bunch of same themed cards. Thanks for sharing!
Carole Palmiere Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. I’m so happy I could provide some inspiration for your own card making. Crafting should always be enjoyable. 😊
I have to agree with all of the comments below. I notice more of the matting behind your pattern paper and what a difference it makes on your cards. Well done and thanks for sharing your talent.
Kristie , I was so excited to see that you were using this older Doodlebug paper pad! It's so cute that I (of course) *HAD* to have it, but it's been sitting in my stash all this time. You and your fantastic, creative, wonderful mind have shown me so many *AWESOME* ways I can use it! Thank you for your time and the energy you used to create these wonderful videos for us. They are so very much appreciated! Take it easy, sweet pea. MWAH! :-)
Karen Thompson Thank you! Obviously I had to have the paper collection as well. Not sure why it took me so long to using though. Too many 6x6 paper pads and too few hours in the day. Lol! 😊
Oh boy this worked out so good. I have this paper pad and haven't used much of it. NOW I have , love your layouts and have already made 3 cards. You are the greatest. It's so funny because we seem to have the same likes in paper pads. I always learn something from your videos. I added crystal lacquer and stickles to some of the already prepared pictures so it added a more homemade effect. I love, love your videos. Thank you for all the hard work you put into them for our benefit.
Sherrie Hughes Yay! Sounds like I used the perfect paper collection. And we both have excellent taste in selecting paper pads. 😊 Thanks for watching my videos and for your continued support.
this is such a sweet collection of cards, I love watching you work, and my guillotine I bought to be the same as yours is happily eating its way through my papers gorgeously... I might have to order this paper and stamps, my little boy has an obsession with the baby shark song, so he might like crafting some ocean animal colouring in with me
kriannon Thank you! It’s such a sweet paper collection and the Pretty Pink Posh Sea Friends is the perfect companion. I hope you are enjoying your new trimmer. I’ve had mine for years and I still love it. 😊
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this paper pad when used the way you showed. The adorable papers that Doodlebug puts out just beg to be used. You always have the most wonderful ways to get the most out of your paper. I see that you go through a LOT of tape runner as well. I was so excited to see that you put out this summery tutorial! Thanks for the inspiration and sharing your talents.
Beth Hansen Thank you! Doodlebug papers are always so fun. I’m not sure why I hadn’t used this collection until now. 😊 I buy my tape refills by the case. Way less expensive that way and I never run out of tape. 🙂
Awesome cards as usual!!! The green linen looking paper with the yellow going through it is really beautiful! I think my favorite card though is the lighter blue with the seahorse on it! Can't wait for the next video!
Love sitting down with a cuppa tea and watching your videos. Your such an inspiration, the way you make the cards is fantastic. They are such a well finished card. I save you videos to help me when I want to make a card but not sure where to start. Tfs 💞😁💗😄😇
Thank you for sharing yet another inspiring and clever video. I really enjoyed seeing your process and the cards that came from it. I have some of this paper line, and I definitely feel like pulling it out to make a card or two. I also enjoyed the music choices - very sea/nautical, but with a cute touch -- just like the paper!
Elle L. Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. My husband finds all the music for my videos and he did a great job. 🙂 I hope you do make a few cards using this fun Doodlebug collection. 😊
Wow Kristie...these cards are as cute as can be. I think I actually have the paper pad in my stash...I think I'll need to dig it out and see what I can come up with for it (If my cards are half as cute as these I'll be delighted).
Love this paper pack! Great sketch choices. I've started a sketch book and print them out 3x5 so I have a reference. Keep on making these great videos!
Fantastic, as always. I’m pretty sure I have this paper pad. Maybe I’ll pull it out and see what coordinating stamps I might have. Definitely need to make a greater effort to cut into all the pretty, pretty paper. Thanks for the inspiration...
You are amazing! I love the Anchors Aweigh paper pad by Doodle Bug! I used part of it last summer for my grandson's birthday party pages, but have quite a lot left over. I may make a few cards for my stash using your page maps. Thank you so much for your inspiration!
Love these. You did an AWESOME job! I am fairly new to card making & I thought too many layers were a waste, but you have definitely changed my mind. ;0)
kakylong2 Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. Welcome to the world of card making! Layers can really make a difference in a finished card by adding contrast and balancing out busy patterns. 🙂
I so enjoy watching your videos. Thanks so much for showing us what can be done with a 6 x 6 paper pad. It is pretty amazing. Do you have a favourite card sketch that always looks good when finished?
Wendy Thompson Thank you for watching my videos and for your continued support. 😊 A few sketches I think always look good are all from Operation Write Home. #123, 192, and 219. Oh, also Sweet Sunday #220. I have so many favorite sketches. 💕
Rita Swanger Hello. I really don’t do a lot of preplanning. After selecting a 6x6, I choose coordinating cardstock, a few card sketches, and fold my card bases. Sometimes I’ll color images ahead of time, but not very often. I’ve been making cards this way for many, many years. So it’s kinda habit for me now. 😊
These sketches lend themselves to the aquatic theme. LOVE this set of cards!!! (what is the tool that you use to spread the brads - on the back??) Thanks for sharing!
fastquilter600 Thank you! I always try to select sketches that will work well with the paper collection. 🙂 The tool is made by We R Memory Keepers. It’s called a Brad Setter & Piercing Tool. So handy if you use brads.
Another great video. I love watching you. One day I will sit and make cards like this from one paper pack. Can I ask please... The measurements on the sketches is this for the dsp or the matts? Thanks for sharing once again
Gill ritchie Thank you for your kind words and support. The measurements are intended for the pattern paper. Then I usually add 1/8” for the matted layers. 😊
Heather Upton Thank you for your continued support. The tool is by We R Memory Keepers and it’s called a Brad Setter & Piercing Tool. So handy if you use brads. 😊
Benedicte Hjalting Thank you! 😊 I prefer double sided papers, but will use single sided paper pads once in awhile. If there’s a way to trim the image a bit smaller, maybe 5” x 5”, you could add it to a larger card base. Then you could simply include some bling or other embellishments to the card. I haven’t personally used the large images that are sometimes included in the paper pads, but have seen other crafters make simple cards with them.
Do u have a video explaining how u cut your circles like in mojo sketch 235? Are u using a manual die cut machine and measuring where dies go? Or digital machine?
Kristie, you said that you donate the cards to retirement homes. Do you know what happens to them? Do the residents receive them on their birthdays etc, are they made available for them (free or to raise funds for other uses) to give to each other/their families/friends, are they sold to the public at fêtes etc as fund raisers, or what? I donate most of mine to local charities to sell in their high street shops, but often feel that the price the staff/volunteers charge is a poor reflection of the work and materials used, and that the charity therefore loses income, and I would be better off handing over cash instead of cards. So I am looking to do something with the cards that I think generates more appreciation of their value. I don't really care if no-one ever buys them, because bringing some pleasure to the residents by their use, to me, would be better than someone bartering a lower price in the shop because they can get a mass produced one for the same money along the road. I have wondered about sending some of them as gestures of appreciation to the local hospitals, fire station, police etc. Has anyone else got ideas for good homes/uses for cards? I'm in Derbyshire in the UK, if anyone local can make good use of them :)
Pam Holloway Hello. All of the cards I give to the retirement homes are considered gifts since I include an encouraging message inside each one. I regularly give cards to a rehab facility for seniors and drop off 30 cards every month. (There are hospice patients living at the home as well. ) The activity coordinator passes out my cards to random residents. Especially to those who may not receive mail or regular visitors. For holidays, I make enough cards for every resident. Usually around 90. The home currently has no need for blank cards and I don’t mind writing a message inside. I also donate about 30 cards a month to a small charity. They need Thank You and General card themes since they write messages to donors and clients. For their cards, I leave the inside blank. I have donated cards for fundraising auctions before and just don’t stress about the income earned. I’m just happy to help. I love giving my cards to others. There are always places that have a need for handmade cards. I would suggest asking around. Hospitals would be a great place to start. Make sure to follow any guidelines/restrictions they may have though. Example, no glitter or small embellishments. (Especially for young children.) Thank you for your giving spirit. 🙂
I'm always amazed how many cards you can get from one paper pad and how little scraps you have left over. Such cute cards.
Kathy Straw Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
Just Amazing! It‘s heartwarming to Imagine how much joy this cards will bring to the men who receive them. Greetings from Germany!
ludmille jornson Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. I love sharing my cards with others. 😊
I always enjoy watching your videos, Kristie. There's never a dull moment watching all the cute layouts you design. Have a wonderful day!
Roxanne Tucker Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. I hope you have a beautiful day! 😊
I keep saying it all the time, but thank you, Kristie!! Can I send you some heat & humidity from New England? No? Aw rats, I'll keep trying to sell it elsewhere. Thank you not only for sharing your talent and flair, but also for correctly guessing that "A Kristie Video" was needed to brighten a day. {{{Big hug!!}}}
Tracy Tracy No thank you! Please keep your heat & humidity far away from Washington. I really prefer cooler temps and I don’t mind all the rain we get out here. Lol! But hopefully your summer won’t be too unbearable for you this year. And I’ll try to keep making videos to brighten your day. 😊
I just can't come up with new words to tell you how much I enjoy your video's and love your style. You are awesome!!!
Betty Huffman Thank you! I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch my videos and leaving me such kind comments. I hope you have a beautiful day! 😊
YAY! I was so excited to see this - I am away on vacation and am so excited I can watch this tonight in my hotel room - thank you
Debra Tunjian Thank you for your kindness and support. Enjoy the rest of your vacation. 😊
I turned on this video while I was making cards. Needless to say, I got one card made. I am just mesmerized by you!! I have a ton of solid color cardstock so I guess I need to break out my 6x6 pads and go to town!! Lovely cards again, Kristie!!
Beverly Stotz Sorry for being a distraction while you were crafting. 😉 Thanks for watching my videos and for your kind words. 😊
I love your lots of cards from a 6X6 paper pack series. I find these videos inspirational and relaxing. I followed this formula for my Christmas cards this past year and it was the most enjoyable time I've had in a while making a bunch of same themed cards. Thanks for sharing!
Carole Palmiere Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. I’m so happy I could provide some inspiration for your own card making. Crafting should always be enjoyable. 😊
I have to agree with all of the comments below.
I notice more of the matting behind your pattern paper and what a difference it makes on your cards.
Well done and thanks for sharing your talent.
Terrie Rodrigue Thank you! I have always been a fan of using matted layers. The cards just don’t look complete without it. 😊
Kristie , I was so excited to see that you were using this older Doodlebug paper pad! It's so cute that I (of course) *HAD* to have it, but it's been sitting in my stash all this time. You and your fantastic, creative, wonderful mind have shown me so many *AWESOME* ways I can use it! Thank you for your time and the energy you used to create these wonderful videos for us. They are so very much appreciated! Take it easy, sweet pea. MWAH! :-)
Karen Thompson Thank you! Obviously I had to have the paper collection as well. Not sure why it took me so long to using though. Too many 6x6 paper pads and too few hours in the day. Lol! 😊
Oh boy this worked out so good. I have this paper pad and haven't used much of it. NOW I have , love your layouts and have already made 3 cards. You are the greatest. It's so funny because we seem to have the same likes in paper pads. I always learn something from your videos. I added crystal lacquer and stickles to some of the already prepared pictures so it added a more homemade effect. I love, love your videos. Thank you for all the hard work you put into them for our benefit.
Sherrie Hughes Yay! Sounds like I used the perfect paper collection. And we both have excellent taste in selecting paper pads. 😊 Thanks for watching my videos and for your continued support.
More great cards. I also love the extra matting!
Christine Brost Thank you! I do love using layers on my cards. 😊
What adorable cards. I really like the colors in the paper pad and the sea theme.
sashabelle728 Thank you! Doodlebug makes such fun paper collections. 😊
These cards are so perfect for summer, love them☺️
Val's Faves Thank you! 😊
Kristie, these are an awesome set of cards. One of my favorite bunches.
Deborah Carr Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
I've probably said this before but these cards are so adorable, I love the sea creatures stamps you used, it works so well with the paper pad.
Always makes me so happy when I see a new video from you! I love your amazing talent! Rita
fRitaNfLora Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
this is such a sweet collection of cards, I love watching you work, and my guillotine I bought to be the same as yours is happily eating its way through my papers gorgeously... I might have to order this paper and stamps, my little boy has an obsession with the baby shark song, so he might like crafting some ocean animal colouring in with me
kriannon Thank you! It’s such a sweet paper collection and the Pretty Pink Posh Sea Friends is the perfect companion. I hope you are enjoying your new trimmer. I’ve had mine for years and I still love it. 😊
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this paper pad when used the way you showed. The adorable papers that Doodlebug puts out just beg to be used. You always have the most wonderful ways to get the most out of your paper. I see that you go through a LOT of tape runner as well. I was so excited to see that you put out this summery tutorial! Thanks for the inspiration and sharing your talents.
Beth Hansen Thank you! Doodlebug papers are always so fun. I’m not sure why I hadn’t used this collection until now. 😊 I buy my tape refills by the case. Way less expensive that way and I never run out of tape. 🙂
Awesome cards as usual!!! The green linen looking paper with the yellow going through it is really beautiful! I think my favorite card though is the lighter blue with the seahorse on it! Can't wait for the next video!
Barb Faucher Thank you! I appreciate your kindness and support. I love the darling seahorse stamp. 😊
Love sitting down with a cuppa tea and watching your videos. Your such an inspiration, the way you make the cards is fantastic. They are such a well finished card. I save you videos to help me when I want to make a card but not sure where to start. Tfs 💞😁💗😄😇
blondebakes_n_cards Simone James Thank you! I really appreciate your kindness and support. I hope you have a beautiful day! 😊
Thank you for sharing yet another inspiring and clever video. I really enjoyed seeing your process and the cards that came from it. I have some of this paper line, and I definitely feel like pulling it out to make a card or two.
I also enjoyed the music choices - very sea/nautical, but with a cute touch -- just like the paper!
Elle L. Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. My husband finds all the music for my videos and he did a great job. 🙂 I hope you do make a few cards using this fun Doodlebug collection. 😊
Always an inspiration. Thank you Kristie!
Cathy Barwick Thanks for watching my videos. I appreciate the support. 😊
Love these colors. Beautiful cards,
Carla Boone Thank you! Doodlebug always makes such fun paper collections. 🙂
Love them Kristie especially the one with the whale blowing his spout! TFS.
🌹Rosie of Oz 🇦🇺
Rosanne Allbon Thank you! 😊
I find your videos very inspiring, thanks for sharing your cards with us.
Linda S. Thank you! I appreciate your kindness and support. 😊
Oh, how I love all these hues of blue(s)! ^_^
sophyamary Doodlebug makes such fun paper collections. I always love their color combinations. 😊
It is amazing how much you do. love your cards. Thank you!
Diane Rasmussen Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
All I can say is WOW
Wow Kristie...these cards are as cute as can be. I think I actually have the paper pad in my stash...I think I'll need to dig it out and see what I can come up with for it (If my cards are half as cute as these I'll be delighted).
Lori Trautman Thank you! It sounds like quite a few people have this paper collection just waiting to be used. Glad I wasn’t the only one. 😊
Beautiful cards as always. You never disappoint.
Deborah Wildman Thank you! 😊
Really lovely collection of cards. I think matting the printed paper makes a huge difference in the cards.
I agree Alice. A quality finished card. I love it and have started doing it to my cards 😁😁
Alice Adler Thank you! I have always been a fan of using matted layers. 😊
Simone James Thank you! It’s actually hard for me not to use matted layers. The cards just don’t look complete. 😊
Love this paper pack! Great sketch choices. I've started a sketch book and print them out 3x5 so I have a reference. Keep on making these great videos!
Karine White-Braunger Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
Amazingly beautiful, you are such an inspiration 😍, keep up the good work 👍🏻👏👏👏👏👍🏻
iruka2202 Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. 😊
Fantastic, as always. I’m pretty sure I have this paper pad. Maybe I’ll pull it out and see what coordinating stamps I might have. Definitely need to make a greater effort to cut into all the pretty, pretty paper. Thanks for the inspiration...
Tracey Jean Thank you! I highly recommend you pulling out the paper pad. It’s a fun paper collection! 😊
so very nice! love the way you work! thanks so much!
Kathie Zimmerman Thank you! I appreciate your kindness.😊
Beautiful cards as always!
Annette McGinnis Thank you! 😊
You are amazing! I love the Anchors Aweigh paper pad by Doodle Bug! I used part of it last summer for my grandson's birthday party pages, but have quite a lot left over. I may make a few cards for my stash using your page maps. Thank you so much for your inspiration!
Lisa Shireman Thank you! The paper collection is so cheerful. I’m sure the pages you made for your grandson are adorable. 😊
Love these. You did an AWESOME job! I am fairly new to card making & I thought too many layers were a waste, but you have definitely changed my mind. ;0)
kakylong2 Thank you! I appreciate your kindness. Welcome to the world of card making! Layers can really make a difference in a finished card by adding contrast and balancing out busy patterns. 🙂
Nice cards ..the color combos are pretty!
Ella Conner Thank you! 😊
I so enjoy watching your videos. Thanks so much for showing us what can be done with a 6 x 6 paper pad. It is pretty amazing. Do you have a favourite card sketch that always looks good when finished?
Wendy Thompson Thank you for watching my videos and for your continued support. 😊 A few sketches I think always look good are all from Operation Write Home. #123, 192, and 219. Oh, also Sweet Sunday #220. I have so many favorite sketches. 💕
Kristie Marcotte thanks Kristie. I appreciate you getting back to me.
Awesome! Love the cards!
Lana Ellis Thank you! 😊
Yay! I already have this pad & was hoping you'd get to it. Thanks for the inspiration, Kristie, and have a great day. :o)
Cards Classic or Cute Thank you! It sounds like a lot of crafters have this paper pad just waiting to be turned into cards. 😊
What preplannng to you do ahead of time? You seem so with it on these videos and the cards are great! I make cards to donate also.
Rita Swanger Hello. I really don’t do a lot of preplanning. After selecting a 6x6, I choose coordinating cardstock, a few card sketches, and fold my card bases. Sometimes I’ll color images ahead of time, but not very often. I’ve been making cards this way for many, many years. So it’s kinda habit for me now. 😊
Omg the same second i though that it would be Nice with a new video i got a notification about this one😍🤣
Papercraft Moon I guess I had good timing. Lol! 😊
Kristie Marcotte yes really!😃🌸
These sketches lend themselves to the aquatic theme. LOVE this set of cards!!! (what is the tool that you use to spread the brads - on the back??) Thanks for sharing!
fastquilter600 Thank you! I always try to select sketches that will work well with the paper collection. 🙂 The tool is made by We R Memory Keepers. It’s called a Brad Setter & Piercing Tool. So handy if you use brads.
Another great video. I love watching you. One day I will sit and make cards like this from one paper pack. Can I ask please... The measurements on the sketches is this for the dsp or the matts? Thanks for sharing once again
Sorry I meant the Matt layer or backing
Gill ritchie Thank you for your kind words and support. The measurements are intended for the pattern paper. Then I usually add 1/8” for the matted layers. 😊
You are amazing.
Trudy Hudsom Thank you! 😊
Great cards , tfs
Janet S Thank you! 😊
Love these cards!
Taylor Woods Thank you! 😊
A very big fan of your videos. I was wondering what the tool is that you use to flatten the brads with?
Heather Upton Thank you for your continued support. The tool is by We R Memory Keepers and it’s called a Brad Setter & Piercing Tool. So handy if you use brads. 😊
Thanks heaps Kristie.. :)
Wow and Thank you
Lisa Allington I appreciate your kindness. 😊
😃 lovely cards, as always. Do you have any suggestions for sheets, that are all one image and are one sided, please? 😃
Benedicte Hjalting Thank you! 😊 I prefer double sided papers, but will use single sided paper pads once in awhile. If there’s a way to trim the image a bit smaller, maybe 5” x 5”, you could add it to a larger card base. Then you could simply include some bling or other embellishments to the card. I haven’t personally used the large images that are sometimes included in the paper pads, but have seen other crafters make simple cards with them.
Kristie Marcotte thank you so much. 🤩🤩
Do u have a video explaining how u cut your circles like in mojo sketch 235? Are u using a manual die cut machine and measuring where dies go? Or digital machine?
Crafting and Relaxing Hello. I use a manual die cut machine for all my dies. I own the Sizzix Big Kick and use thin metal dies. 🙂
Kristie, you said that you donate the cards to retirement homes. Do you know what happens to them? Do the residents receive them on their birthdays etc, are they made available for them (free or to raise funds for other uses) to give to each other/their families/friends, are they sold to the public at fêtes etc as fund raisers, or what? I donate most of mine to local charities to sell in their high street shops, but often feel that the price the staff/volunteers charge is a poor reflection of the work and materials used, and that the charity therefore loses income, and I would be better off handing over cash instead of cards. So I am looking to do something with the cards that I think generates more appreciation of their value. I don't really care if no-one ever buys them, because bringing some pleasure to the residents by their use, to me, would be better than someone bartering a lower price in the shop because they can get a mass produced one for the same money along the road. I have wondered about sending some of them as gestures of appreciation to the local hospitals, fire station, police etc. Has anyone else got ideas for good homes/uses for cards? I'm in Derbyshire in the UK, if anyone local can make good use of them :)
Pam Holloway Hello. All of the cards I give to the retirement homes are considered gifts since I include an encouraging message inside each one. I regularly give cards to a rehab facility for seniors and drop off 30 cards every month. (There are hospice patients living at the home as well. ) The activity coordinator passes out my cards to random residents. Especially to those who may not receive mail or regular visitors. For holidays, I make enough cards for every resident. Usually around 90. The home currently has no need for blank cards and I don’t mind writing a message inside. I also donate about 30 cards a month to a small charity. They need Thank You and General card themes since they write messages to donors and clients. For their cards, I leave the inside blank. I have donated cards for fundraising auctions before and just don’t stress about the income earned. I’m just happy to help. I love giving my cards to others. There are always places that have a need for handmade cards. I would suggest asking around. Hospitals would be a great place to start. Make sure to follow any guidelines/restrictions they may have though. Example, no glitter or small embellishments. (Especially for young children.) Thank you for your giving spirit. 🙂
Kristie Marcotte And thank you for your help. I now have several good ideas to follow up.