Top ways to save time when cardmaking: Hacks and How to

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  • @phylsfluff
    @phylsfluff 4 роки тому +7

    I don't have a magic mug, but I recycle the clear, clamshell boxes that fruits and veggies come in. I can see my colored scraps and get inspired! And it keeps some plastic out of the landfill.

  • @CanzausKids
    @CanzausKids 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Laurel, LOVE the bulk stamping of sentiments, fabulous idea. Also, like how you don’t “waffle on”, flash your nails, rings etc, like some people do, love how you get straight to it, and the videos are so useful. I am wringing this while in lockdown, in Dee Why Beach, Sydney, Australia. Stay Safe.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thanks so much Selma. I appreciate that!

  • @sandyk521
    @sandyk521 4 роки тому +1

    You’re never boring, Laurel! You’re just color coordinated.

  • @andreagallucio7463
    @andreagallucio7463 4 роки тому +7

    Was never happy with how my white embossed sentiments looked. Never thought of using white ink pad instead of clear pad. Genius!

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +2

      :). White pigment ink works great indeed!!

    • @user-mv9tt4st9k
      @user-mv9tt4st9k 4 роки тому

      I love using a closely matching pigment ink under embossing powder, it adds a little oomph.

  • @CouzCat
    @CouzCat 4 роки тому +7

    Great video. I do some of these especially twofers. When I make cards, I score the full sheet then cut. That way I only need to score one piece of card stock. Saves on handling. Stay safe.

  • @candicerimell2601
    @candicerimell2601 4 роки тому +5

    I also like black and white it’s very crisp and you can add any colour to it. 😊

  • @kmcorby
    @kmcorby 4 роки тому +9

    I do this sort of thing when I'm feeling creatively dry, but still want to paper craft. It helps me feel creative, without the pressure of producing a finished project.

    • @kiminalaska9363
      @kiminalaska9363 4 роки тому +2

      kmcorby that’s funny because I do the same exact thing. I don’t want to feel pressured into being creative so I will prep for the time when my creative juices are flowing

    • @4551mac
      @4551mac 4 роки тому

      @@kiminalaska9363 ditto here - some days I just want to relax and be in my craft room.. not making full cards but prepping for them... thank you for the awesome video

  • @joeltham1979
    @joeltham1979 2 роки тому

    Your arsenal of fabulousness. The name for your mug.

  • @JMicheleS33
    @JMicheleS33 4 роки тому

    I LOVE the Taylor Expressions sentiment stamps and coordinating dies, wanna talk about easy peasy and a time saver!

    • @JMicheleS33
      @JMicheleS33 4 роки тому

      A great way of using up your 12x12 papers is by using the slimline card or envelope dies, which is brilliant... especially since I hoard that paper! 😳🤣

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +1

      YES YES!!!!

  • @brendamerchant7921
    @brendamerchant7921 4 роки тому +2

    So glad I found your channel! I love the short cuts. I also really appreciate that you talk about the ideas right away and get busy! Great dialogue, too.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much Brenda!

    • @mydyisgod
      @mydyisgod 3 роки тому

      Brenda, I so agree with your statement.

  • @Dotalina33
    @Dotalina33 4 роки тому

    Absolutely fantastic ideas to get ahead a little bit for the different seasons. Now there’s an idea. Make a stash of each of the four seasons. I make a lot of Sympathy cards so I try and get a stash of those built up. (I also give them to my daughters to send out )
    You have so many amazing ideas coming out of that brain of yours! Love it!!!
    Also I too use a lot of black and white cards. I love black and white. I even dress in a lot of black and white...so classic. Great ideas!!!

  • @renitawynn5165
    @renitawynn5165 4 роки тому +2

    These are really smart ideas that I must incorporate. Tks🙂

  • @jenniferbaker972
    @jenniferbaker972 4 роки тому +11

    “A cup to Die 4 😉 great tips Laurel 👏🏼

  • @antoniaortiz310
    @antoniaortiz310 4 роки тому

    Thanks for all the ideas 💡. Brilliant. Will definitely start doing it.

  • @andrealavigne7824
    @andrealavigne7824 4 роки тому

    I've done the bulk card base creating trick for a long time now. It's a good activity when I'm too depressed to craft, but I'm not so depressed that all I can bring myself to do is sort junk mail. Yes, sorting junk mail (into trash, recycling, & shred piles) is a thing for me! LOL Love these tips--you picked some great ones. Hope y'all are doing well and staying sane in this crazy time. Take care, & have a fantastic day! :)

  • @joannepitre723
    @joannepitre723 4 роки тому +3

    If you score your cardstock first, then cut in half, you will save time. Love that sentiment die, genius. Your alcohol ink backgrounds are really nice.

  • @ashleyowens1093
    @ashleyowens1093 3 роки тому

    Love these ideas! All of them.

  • @jesseb5112
    @jesseb5112 4 роки тому

    I do several of these. My simple strips go into a little square plastic container. I have another container for larger sentiments. I have several steel rule dies that I love putting sentiments on.
    I NEVER thought of stamping on the rest of the paper when I am doing simple strips. Thank you!
    You watercolor cards are beautiful!
    Mass production is fun! Thank you for inspiring me. I need to do 20 or so "postcard style" uplifting pieces for a friend.

  • @oceandreamer1958
    @oceandreamer1958 4 роки тому

    I love having things made in advance. Great video and great tips!

  • @wandaradler6718
    @wandaradler6718 4 роки тому +4

    Nice to see you again. I use all of these tricks and I love the "Magic Cup" of sentiments/Dies. :-) Unfortunately - I have a few magic cups around my craft room.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      HAHAHAH! Get one big HUGE mug! Or several.

    • @hopemcnicol8410
      @hopemcnicol8410 4 роки тому

      Cups that become small baskets that become large baskets etc haha. Yup.

  • @carolynzauss1631
    @carolynzauss1631 3 роки тому

    I love your videos. so many great ideas. I do love to mass produce ie cutting up a bunch of cardstocks at once, then fold a bunch at once, then card fronts cut and ready, then bling ready to go. You helped with ideas for that. so if I suddenly need a card or two unexpectedly I can make them in just a minute or two. Thanks for the ideas.
    I have a box with every month divided. behind it i have cards with each persons date, name, address, occasion, etc. ready to go. When I make my cards (of which I have a box of extras for all occasions to chose from) I drop them behind each name for every month. I usually have the whole year filled and still a years worth of cards waiting to get used.

  • @marcelapasmore9261
    @marcelapasmore9261 4 роки тому

    Not boring at all! It's a perfect contrast to every bright color!! Oh and you are also wearing a white and black striped shirt!! Lol!! Great tips!!

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      HAHAHA! Didn't even notice that. lol!

  • @PHOEBE0707
    @PHOEBE0707 4 роки тому

    Love watching you videos Laurel! Thanks!

  • @hopemcnicol8410
    @hopemcnicol8410 4 роки тому

    Easy Peasy Lemon Sweezy I think it what you were thinking hehe. Love your tips. I'm always learning something new watching vids like this even after 15 yrs of crafting

  • @joannralsten3575
    @joannralsten3575 4 роки тому

    As always you have added joy to my morning. Thanks for the tips~~~

  • @chrislawlorcreative2955
    @chrislawlorcreative2955 4 роки тому

    Good reminders! I have done these before, but don’t always remember. Thank you! 😊

  • @denisehbisme
    @denisehbisme 4 роки тому

    great tips. quickening the little things gives more time to create!

  • @dianeloughrey7808
    @dianeloughrey7808 4 роки тому +1

    I like the magical cup. Plus you said when you sit....I don't see you sitting watching tv very long. Great tips.

  • @rhondaray65
    @rhondaray65 4 роки тому

    I love your design. I too use the fiskers cutter, I just replaced the cutting blade which comes in a pack of 2.

  • @laurasutton1551
    @laurasutton1551 4 роки тому

    Great ideas simple to do dont know why i didn't think of theses

  • @racheljolley26352
    @racheljolley26352 4 роки тому

    Wow, these are most certainly epic ideas and I will be implementing many if not all of these! Thank you so much, am very impressed 👍⭐️🏆

  • @jackiebyers1272
    @jackiebyers1272 3 роки тому

    Thanks SO MUCH for sharing your tips! So helpful.

  • @karenshepard7203
    @karenshepard7203 2 роки тому

    Oh thank you so much for your tips. It has really helped.

  • @nataliealberici5782
    @nataliealberici5782 4 роки тому +1

    This is my first time seeing you. Thanks so much for the great quick trips. I subscribed and look forward to more videos.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thanks for subbing and watching natalie!

  • @JoPuttPutt
    @JoPuttPutt 3 роки тому

    You are such a "HOOT" to watch and listen to...and a talented artist as well. I love that kind of 'fly by your pants' attitude where if things don't always go as planned, it's ok and no worries. Happy to have found your channel and subscribed to. Can't wait to see all those videos. Keep up the good work!! and take care.

  • @rinasmith5561
    @rinasmith5561 4 роки тому

    I love the tips and will definitely use it in future!

  • @bonnerdebbie
    @bonnerdebbie 4 роки тому

    Super tips Laurel. Take care, stay safe.

  • @sapphirerain70
    @sapphirerain70 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much for the inspiration! I love black too❤️

  • @Pebblesmas
    @Pebblesmas Рік тому

    Thx 4 these great tip, i guess i use most of them already, but always good to watch again, i never know what else i can learn. And.. I must say: Beautiful watercolor backgrounds👍

  • @VWooding1
    @VWooding1 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the tips😁. I will definitely use especially cutting the sentiment strips.

  • @dorothyayotte283
    @dorothyayotte283 4 роки тому

    All great tips and hacks! And you are soooo funny!

  • @lauramartin7300
    @lauramartin7300 3 роки тому

    Love your tips. I have done alittle of all, I have plastic containers that is divided into a bunch of spaces. I have die cut a bunch of things and everything in a place. If I put die cuts into a magic cup, I'd have to do magic to put them together cause I'd rip them. Thanks for sharing. I'm going to do some more of these tips, especially when I start doing Christmas cards. Have a great day.

  • @2281CozyBrickCape
    @2281CozyBrickCape 4 роки тому

    Great tips! TFS!

  • @JenAultman
    @JenAultman 4 роки тому

    Fun tips....great ideas!!

  • @susanholland6828
    @susanholland6828 4 роки тому

    Love doing stuff ahead too! Love black on most all my cards! You are fun! ❣️❣️🖤🖤

  • @lkhorvath4
    @lkhorvath4 4 роки тому

    Love the magic cup idea

  • @darlabennett1785
    @darlabennett1785 4 роки тому

    Great tips! Thanks!!

  • @sandravandewater1998
    @sandravandewater1998 4 роки тому

    Great ideas. Thanks for sharing

  • @juliedet8121
    @juliedet8121 4 роки тому

    I got a kick out of this. I had already done the sentiment idea and cut, scored and folded about a hundred cards so I am already when the creativity bug hits. I also embossed a bunch of backgrounds, since when I cleaned my craft drawers I found a bunch of embossing folders that had been collecting dust. I just embossed a bunch of them in white and can use them that way or add ink to them later. I am trying to use up paper pads that I have collected over the years, so these techniques are great for that. Stay safe and keep crafting.

  • @sherriejohnson9250
    @sherriejohnson9250 4 роки тому +1

    I am so very glad I've recently subscribed to your channel. I love your videos! I'm also happy to have hit the "bell" so your new videos pop up immediately. :-) These tips are all wonderful. I do make sentiment strips ahead of time and have them in a little container. Only thing I've decided to do is that I can't keep buying all these sentiment stamps. I own a Cricut die cut machine and a Big Shot. I've started making up word "strips" in my Microsoft Word. That way, I can use ANY font I want and ANY sentiment I want. Occasionally, I'll come across a sentiment I love...on a stamp that I really am not crazy about. I'll just type up the words in that sentiment...sometimes in different fonts and sizes...and print them out on cardstock...cut them up...and voila! I have lots and lots of my very favorite sentiments. Of course...I can't print them out on black cardstock...however...if I use my Cricut...I can slip a pen (bright, white or metallic) into the slot...print them and cut them out. I print out my sentiments from Word on white cardstock and I could use any color I choose for the font. Also...if I use my Brother printer that uses toner, I can use a foil on top of the words because it adheres to the toner print. Honestly...I've come across some wonderful sentiments that I love to use: You make my heart smile...Your smile is always in style...I'm thinking of you today...Praying you feel better soon. And I love that I can make them any size or font that I choose! Just sharing my hack here. I'll be filing your video in my YT files for future reference. I actually have a "Laurel Beard" file now! Thanks for your excellent videos. I'll be playing "catch up" during this virus thingy.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +1

      Awe what great ideas you have. I have some awesome fonts on my computer I can use. I think I’ll do that. I have a cricut too but I don’t want to pay for fonts!!!! Lol. Thanks for subbing and ringing that bell. And creating a laurel folder. This comment made my day.

    • @sherriejohnson9250
      @sherriejohnson9250 4 роки тому

      @@LaurelBeard Actually...as far as fonts on your Cricut...If you have the fonts on your computer or in Microsoft Word...they will ALL show up in your Design Space. You don't have to pay for them. I am a member of Makers Gonna Learn...and being a member, downloaded about 125 fonts onto my computer. They all show up in Word and Design Space. I watched a couple more of your videos here...just because...and love them so much. I've gotta a new favorite besides my Jennifer McGuire!

  • @samanthajohnson2690
    @samanthajohnson2690 4 роки тому

    You could also pre-color images to use later. All great tips.

  • @lynette.
    @lynette. 2 роки тому

    So many great tips.

  • @sarawright1030
    @sarawright1030 3 роки тому

    I do the mass production of card bases too.. lol, and a stash of left over die cuts in various boxes and totes, I will add a magic receptacle of some sort to bring these "lost" pieces back into the rotation... out of sight is definitely out of mind... lol

  • @743linda
    @743linda 4 роки тому

    Great tips!!! Thanks for sharing! Stay safe. Stay well!!!

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thanks, will do! Thanks for always watching and commenting Linda!

  • @carolegilkes6388
    @carolegilkes6388 3 роки тому

    Wow!
    Thank you!!!

  • @borleyboo5613
    @borleyboo5613 4 роки тому

    Fabulous tips! I’m doing paper crafting again because of the lock down, and enjoying it again. I’ve subscribed. Thank you. Looking forward to the next video. 👍😃

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for subbing and watching Borley.

  • @rebecahernandez1505
    @rebecahernandez1505 4 роки тому

    wOW.... I loved every single tip.... Thanks for sharing and congratulations!

  • @kerrypocock1075
    @kerrypocock1075 4 місяці тому

    OK 4 years later I am a beginner. And Laurel this has been the most helpful video so far. Where to begin. Thankyou Soooo much. Now I am not wasting my cardstock Yay ❤ I am in Australia. Any Aussies what is your fav glue? Please

  • @sherascreations5678
    @sherascreations5678 4 роки тому

    Your video was super fun, funny and helpful! Thank you for sharing! I’m a subscriber now ❤️

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thanks for subbing and for commenting. Welcome!

  • @tami1796
    @tami1796 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing your videos

  • @romainestout4131
    @romainestout4131 3 роки тому

    These are great tips so happy I found your today first time watching you but I really loved your video I will have to catch others too. Thanks

  • @andreasanders6737
    @andreasanders6737 4 роки тому

    great tutorial, thnx for sharing

  • @Angie10365
    @Angie10365 4 роки тому

    Fabulous ideas, thank you for sharing!

  • @IngridBlackburn
    @IngridBlackburn 4 роки тому

    Easy, peasy, pumpkin weasey....lol!!! LOVE that. Laurel, this is a FABULOUS video! I do so many of these things myself....Brilliant video. 😍😘🎨

  • @bmk5529
    @bmk5529 4 роки тому

    Super idea! Thank you.

  • @DeborahAdamsCreativeLife
    @DeborahAdamsCreativeLife 3 роки тому

    Fantastic tips. Love the idea of having a few hours to create words, card bases and other card elements. Tfs

  • @Taitcreates639
    @Taitcreates639 4 роки тому

    I have a long clunky plastic serving type dish I throw my cut outs and sentiments into, I like the idea of a cup much better, fantastic time saving ideas. Your the woman, Tfs, Blessings

  • @lorisayler4915
    @lorisayler4915 4 роки тому

    Great ideas, I ordered the simple strips stamps and die.

  • @lynneb9946
    @lynneb9946 4 роки тому

    Great ideas.

  • @myphotoworldjeankd4001
    @myphotoworldjeankd4001 3 роки тому

    Wow great ideas, thanks.

  • @michelegourd5742
    @michelegourd5742 4 роки тому

    Awesome ideas!! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @teresasingleton898
    @teresasingleton898 4 роки тому

    Hello Laurel, new to your channel. My finger hit your video. I watch it two time...love your energy. Great tips. Magic cup, love it.❤️🤗

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much! And thanks for subbing too Teresa!

  • @annwittrock2298
    @annwittrock2298 4 роки тому

    love your videos!

  • @lizford2498
    @lizford2498 4 роки тому

    You are too funnie! Love all your little phrases and the joy you exude while teaching us tips! I think you should call your mug 'the magic mystery mug" because you never know what you will get but what you get will be good! Enjoyed your video!

  • @franny0812
    @franny0812 4 роки тому

    I love the magic cup idea.... off to the craftroom I go.

  • @paperzing5533
    @paperzing5533 4 роки тому +1

    I love these tips - Thank You! Gotta start a "Wonder Mug" of my very own. Maybe I'll also make a "Posh Pocket" to stash cut outs - hmm? 🤔

  • @CraftyConceptswithErin
    @CraftyConceptswithErin 4 роки тому

    Great tips! Black and white is a classic go to for me as well!

  • @PearBlossomPress
    @PearBlossomPress 4 роки тому

    Great ideas! I make card bases ahead of time, but not sentiments. I need to try that!

  • @hollyjackson7213
    @hollyjackson7213 4 роки тому

    Thank you for all the ideas!
    On the Gemini Jr machine my plates are terribly warped.... can I fix them or do I have to order new ones?

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      I put mine in and pause it in the middle so the machine is flattening them. I also flip them each time I use them. Eventually they will have to be replaced but I find smooshing them plates down midway thru the pass thru helps!

    • @hollyjackson7213
      @hollyjackson7213 4 роки тому

      Thank you for responding. I will try flipping them.

  • @lorrieh621
    @lorrieh621 4 роки тому

    Hello. New subscriber here. Love your sense of humor! Great video and great tips!! I look forward to watching more of your videos. Thank you!

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you! And thanks for subbing Lorrie!

  • @surekhagalagoda4047
    @surekhagalagoda4047 4 роки тому +1

    I also die cut the sentiments in one go and cut the cardstock together as well. Blessings

  • @gammahinAz
    @gammahinAz 4 роки тому

    ❤️ New subscriber here...you sure gave me lots of ideas to sit and make a boatload of “ready to go’s” for later. TFS

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +1

      Welcome aboard! Thanks for subbing and commenting!

  • @laurelfay5953
    @laurelfay5953 4 роки тому +3

    Love your video and your "Senti-cup", how 'bout that, lol!
    Just found you yesterday I think and subscribed. I do this same thing and put them in small clear zip bags that Joanns sells, others too.
    If they are for a particular paper pad or kit, I put that small bag into a large plastic Envelope that snap closes and I put everything else that goes with it in the envelope too, dies, stamp sets, Embellishments, paper, etc. If a 12 x 12 goes with it, then I store it with the envelope, the env. is larger than 8.5 x 11 (Amazon). It makes it super easy to find, once I'm down to just stamps & dies, I put them in regular storage for those items.
    Happy Crafting, be safe.
    Thanks for your tips.

  • @judithsigler9644
    @judithsigler9644 4 роки тому

    DYNAMITE VIDEO! I’M SO INSPIRED TO DO THIS, Laurel! So many FANTASTIC TIPS throughout which I so appreciate! It also gave me some ideas to try, too, so I’M READY to create but more quickly and yet with TERRIFIC results! LOVE THAT! TFS n’ HAPPY CREATIN’! SMILES from Madison, WI! Enjoy your day! :-)). BTW, I’m on a LAUREL BEARD MARATHON BINGE with your videos (in case you hadn’t noticed! Haha!) and HAVING A BLAST! One thing I’m experiencing is that you’ll refer to a video link in the top right....but I DON’T ALWAYS SEE THAT! Hhhhmmm! Anyone else mention this?? I’m watching on an iPad~~anyway, just wonderin’! Thanx again for your time n’ efforts n’ fun creating! :-)

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому +1

      Sometimes I forget, but most times I don't. It should show up on ipads tho! Hmmm.

  • @twoodcrafts9703
    @twoodcrafts9703 4 роки тому

    Thank you for all the wonderful tips. I love your channel. 🤗🤗

  • @DVSDonna
    @DVSDonna 4 роки тому +1

    Love your Cup of Joy! This video was like a solid motivational presentation. Peppy, to the point, and fun! I'm in...I'm definitely going to hammer out those Mother's Day cards this week!!! Thank you! 😍 #howdonnagothergrooveback

  • @bunnifer.1951
    @bunnifer.1951 4 роки тому

    Very informative. Thankyou.

  • @evafreeman9316
    @evafreeman9316 3 роки тому

    New to your channel and I am loving your techniques. I love the plaid background stamp. Thanks for sharing the link to purchase it. Be blessed.

  • @bsweetie719
    @bsweetie719 4 роки тому

    Hi. Loving your videos especially the tip on having the card basis already cut. You posted a stamp set with an outline of a balloon then you stamped it in. What stamp set is that please

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      oh, i'm not sure what you are referring to. Can you email me a snap shot of the screen? laurelbeard at me dot com.

  • @kaboomgal3348
    @kaboomgal3348 4 роки тому

    Awesome tips and tricks

  • @redart4462
    @redart4462 2 роки тому

    Very useful thanks😊

  • @martiejohnson4387
    @martiejohnson4387 4 роки тому

    I do believe that you have some really great ideas. Thanks for sharing. I do believe that Magical Mug is a good word for your Mug I had given you another name for your mug, but after listening to you on your video I do think that Magical Mug is a better name for your Mug. Black and White everything is really great because what ever color you use on black and white will simply Pop and makes your cards looks simply Amazing.

  • @kathypatterson4630
    @kathypatterson4630 4 роки тому

    Love you tips!

  • @user-mv9tt4st9k
    @user-mv9tt4st9k 4 роки тому

    I try to be this organized. Some day... For now, these are great tips. I actually created many card bases a couple of weeks ago. Pre-made sentiments are genius. Another some day... 😉

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Lol. We have lots of some days don’t we.

  • @lindahyden
    @lindahyden 4 роки тому

    Love all your tips! Your Magic Cup must be HUGE!

  • @divyaruth3563
    @divyaruth3563 4 роки тому

    Wow... those alcohol ink and water color backgrounds were awesome!

  • @juliebergacker5680
    @juliebergacker5680 4 роки тому

    Great tips 👍

  • @judyshandmadecreations
    @judyshandmadecreations 4 роки тому

    Great idea!

  • @raehall9750
    @raehall9750 4 роки тому

    Hi can you please tell me where I can purchase the sentiment stamp with the die to match, it cuts out in strips. Regards Rae.

    • @LaurelBeard
      @LaurelBeard  4 роки тому

      Its linked in the supply list for you! It's from Taylored Expressions.

  • @pamelafaulkner3903
    @pamelafaulkner3903 4 роки тому

    How helpful. Thanks