Dart Board Birthday Card

I forgot to post this back in September but I really enjoyed making this fun and easy gatefold card. Cards for younger men can be difficult but this is perfect for anyone who likes to play or watch darts.

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Birthday Cards for Younger Men

After a very long break, I'm back to blogging!

Here's a couple of custom-made easel cards for younger men. I made these for my two brothers-in-law, who are both into music. I found images of an iPod and vintage record online, and used a graphics program to put a photo of the recipient to the iPod screen and add personal messages to the iPod screen and the centre of the record.  I then cut out the pictures and teamed them with patterned paper, holographic cardstock, and punched 'Happy Birthday' greetings (using a really useful Martha Stewart border punch).  It's difficult to make cards which are 'hip' enough for younger men, so I'm pleased with how these turned out.

Vintage Vinyl Easel Card

 

iPod Easel Card
 

 

Pop-up Piano Card

I saw a picture of a pop-up piano card online while I was searching for something else and thought it was a lovely idea, so I made my own (slightly simplified) version...

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New stuff to play with...

I've treated myself to a little online shopping for tools and supplies, and am having a lovely time experimenting with my new goodies.

I'm a first-timer with embossing boards and am impressed with how easy they are to use. I made this tiny little engagement stepper card using the Glitter Girls 'Mini Treasures' board.

I sometimes struggle with men's cards, so I thought perhaps some suitable papers would give me a starting place. I looked at all the 'manly' paper collections I could find, and I eventually chose some from the American Crafts 'Chap' collection. I love the fantastic retro patterns.

My final purchase was a Cuttlebug 'All in One' embossing folder, with an alphabet. I really like the idea of this product, and my first attempt did not disappoint - it's dark brown so it's difficult to see but I've embossed 'Mark' across the bottom of this card.

So, happily I feel that my shopping spree has been a total success...(until the credit card bill arrives, that is!)

Colourful Cards

I like bright colours in the summer, and the cards I am making at the moment are full of lovely vibrant colour combinations and patterns.  Got your sunglasses ready?..