Author: vargasmj21

I am a wife, mom, psychologist and crafter. I have been married for 13 years to the love of my life and we raised 4 wonderful kids, now adults... but who is counting. For the last 23 years, I have been an avid crafter. I love playing with textures, patterns and colors to creat something inspiring. Wether it’s wreaths for the home, gifts for my family or beautiful cards, I have enjoy creating them all and making the recipient feel loved and cared for. There is nothing that says I love you better than something you created yourself.

Birthday Card, interactive card, Stampin'Up

The tricky card… not so tricky

March 12, 2023March 12, 2023 vargasmj21

Such a fun a creative card! In spite of its name, this card has only a few steps to it, but nothing out of the ordinary. shall we try to make it together?

I am trying to use everything I can from the Annual catalog, getting ready for the new catalog, that’s coming on May 1st. (excited? I am) This time, I am using the Blessings of Home bundle and this is a pair you don’t want to miss. As always, I really appreciate that Stampin’Up includes some many extra pieces in their dies. ready to get yours? I am also using the Abigail Rose DSP; if you into shabby chic, this is your guy.

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Tricky Card| Video

Measurements

Cardbase is 1 piece of crumb cake cardstock measuring 12″ x 4-3/4″; score on the long side at 4″ and 8
Front of the card:
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 3-7/8″ x 4-5/8″
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 3-3/4″ x 4-1/2′
- 1 piece of vellum measuring 3-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
Mechanism:
- 2 pieces of crumb cake measuring 3-3/4″x 6-1/2″; score on the long side at 2-3/4″ and lightly at 5-1/2″
- 2 pieces of petal pink cardstock measuring 7/8″ x 3-5/8
- 2 pieces of DSP measuring 3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- 4 pieces of DSP measuring 2-5/8″ x 3-5/8″
- 4 pieces of DSP measuring 2-1/2 x 3-1/2. I used a combination of white cardstock and DSP

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This is such a versatile card that making one, makes no sense, right? Here are a few options to get your creative juices going.

Birthday Card, DYI cards, Fun fold, handmade cards, interactive card, Stampin'Up

Exploring fun fold card

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 vargasmj21

This is a super cool card with a pop up surprise when you open the card. I love that we can use some our precious DSP scraps…specially if you are like me and save every tiny bit of them…

I am using the Hues of Happiness Suite, which you can find in the Annual Catalog. I think the minute I saw this suite, I fell in love with it, and have enjoyed working with it. I made 2 other cards using Sale-A-Bration papers and the Mini catalog.

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Explosion fun fold/ Video

Measurements:

For the back:

Card base consists of 1 piece of gorgeous grape cardstock measuring 11-1/4″ x 4-1/4″, scored at 5-1/2″ and 5-3/4″.
For the front
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″
- 1 piece of Fresh Freesia cardstock measuring 3-3/4″ x 5″
For the inside:
- 2 pieces of white cardstock measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″
- 1 piece of fresh freesia measuring 5-1/2″ x 5-1/2″
- 2 pieces of fresh freesia measuring 2-3/4″ x 3″, scored on the 3″ side at 2-3/4″
- For the 5-1/2′ square and the added pieces; 4 pieces of DSP measuring 2-5/8″ x 2-5/8″
- 6 pieces of DSP measuring 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
For the back:
- 1 piece of fresh freesia cardstock measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″

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Other cards to inspire your creativity.

And…

interactive card, Stampin'Up

Let’s create a carrousel card

February 20, 2023February 20, 2023 vargasmj21

Carrousel cards are fun and easy to make. It offers countless possibilities to play with our designer series paper and stamps. Let’s learn how to make it.

I made several of these beauties, but the one on the video tutorial uses the Texture Chic Paper and the Texture Chic Memories Pack (which you can get for free this month if you use my host code) You can find both of them in the Annual catalog. I know we always get super excited with the Mini Catalogs, but the Annual catalog has wonderful stamps set and ideas.

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Carrousel Card/ video

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Measurements:

You will need:

4 pieces of basic white measuring 6″ x 6″
10 pieces of cardstock measuring 2-7/8″ x 2-7/8″. I used a combination of petal pink and poor party.
10 pieces of DSP measuring 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
SIMPLE, right???

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Want more ideas??

Birthday Card, Fun fold, Stampin'Up

Twist and pop card

January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 vargasmj21

The twist and pop card is one of my favorite interactive cards. Although it seems that it is hard to make, it has only a few steps to it; no fancy cuts on this one.

This card is perfect for the Rain or Shine Suite Collection. If you have been here before, you know I love whimsical stamps and coloring, which makes this set close and dear to my heart. you can find this suite in the new mini catalog.

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Measurements

I mentioned earlier that this is not a complicated card. All you need is:

Card base is a piece of Balmy Blue measuring 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5-1/2″
Front:
- 1 piece of basic white measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. I am using the Rain or Shine specialty paper
Inside:
- 2 pieces of Designer Series Paper: 4-1/8” x 5 3/8″. I am using the Dandy Designs, only available through Sale-A-Bration
- 2 pieces of Designer Series Paper: 4” x 5 1/4″. I am using the Rain or Shine specialty paper
Mechanism
- 1 piece of Balmy Blue measuring 3” x 8”, score 1 1/2″ horizontally, mark at 2 -1/2″ & 5- 1/2″, at the top and the bottom
- 1 piece of Balmy Blue measuring 3” x 9”, score at 2-1/4″, 4-1/2” and 6-3/4″
- 4 pieces of DSP measuring 2-1/8 x 2-7/8”
- 2 pieces of Basic White measuring 2 “ x 2-3/4″
- 2 pieces of DSP measuring 2 “ x 2-3/4″

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Easel card, interactive card, Stampin'Up

A wonderful desk gift

January 11, 2023January 11, 2023 vargasmj21

Do you have a family member or friend who recently got a job? or maybe someone who you really want to give them little gift? Well, look no more. This desktop drawer with a mini calendar is a wonderful desk gift for your friends and family, made with love!

Using products from the Annual catalog, I made this little gift for my daughter who recently got a job and has her own new desk. Congratulations to her 💗

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Measurements

For the easel:
- 1 pieces of Cherry cobbler measuring 6″ x 4”
- 1 piece Cherry cobbler measuring to 6″ x 8”, score on the 8″ side at 2″ and 4”
For the drawer
- 1 piece of cherry cobbler measuring 7-1/2″ x 10- 1/2″, scored on the 10-1/2″ (landscape view) at 1/2″, 1- 1/2″, 2- 1/2″, 8″, 9″ and 10”
- scored on the 7-1/2″ side (portrait view) at 1″, 2″, 5 1/2″ and 6 1/2”
- 1 piece of black cardstock measuring 5-3/8″ x 3-3/8″
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 5-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
- 1 piece of black cardstock measuring 5-3/8″ x 7/8
- 1 piece of DSP measuring 5-1/4″ x 3/4″
- 2 pieces of black cardstock measuring 3-3/8″ x 7/8″
- 2 pieces of DSP measuring 3-1/4″ x 3/4″
For the box the drawer sides in and out:
- 1 piece of Cherry cobbler measuring 7- 7/8″ x 8- 1/8”, scored on the 8-1/8″ side (landscape view) at 3 -1/2″ and 4 -5/8”
- scored on the 7-7/8″ side (portrait view) at 1 1/8″ and 6 3/4”
- 2 piece of black cardstock measuring 5-1/2″ x 1
- 2 pieces of DSP measuring 5-3/8″ x 7/8