We all know that we have LOTS of DSP...and then we all know that we hate to use it because it is so pretty....but then we all know when a new catalog comes out....you like that even more and then what happens?
YOU HAVE A TON OF PAPER!
(does this ring a bell to anyone out there)
I am trying...really trying to use up the DSP that I have so when the catalog rolls around next year for the Holiday I can enjoy the NEWBIES with no guilt. Here is about as simple as it can get but it is as cute as it can get!
I bet that you did not notice what I did today? It was super hard to catch in the picture but it worked and it looks super! YIPPEE SKIPPEE....I will be doing this with upcoming Valentines...what was it that I did?
I stamped the sentiment in Real Red and quickly put clear embossing powder over it and heat set it - WOW...it is stunning! There just is something magical about embossing! When you hold an embossed card in your hand, it feels so special! I adore the clear embossing powder!
I am starting to feel a bit guilty about the stamp....why???? because I have used it sooooo hard, the wood is all stained, I guess I should say it is well loved! A single stamp like this is a MUST HAVE in your collection. For just $9.00, how can you go wrong!
The scored lines on the white also frames it out for a clean and classic look and feel! The dimension of the white is 2 1/2" X 3 1/2" and then the Real Red Mat is just a smidge larger to make it pop!
Another tip is to double up the dimensionals. Because this card is so simple I thought that the doubling up the dimensionals would make it a bit more special.
Not much more to say than simple works! I invite you to go through your Holiday DSP and see how you can plan to use it up! I think that I have shared with you many ways to do so...from gift card holders, to check/money holder to a very easy card!
I think many times we feel guilty to make something so simple...it's ok - I promise!
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I love that stamp too! Love your card.
Posted by: Lucy | December 22, 2015 at 05:58 AM
What a great idea!!!! I will be making some for sure. What a great last minute gift or stocking stuffer too.
Posted by: Pam Steckman | December 22, 2015 at 07:02 AM
What a great, simple card! Love the lines on the card....finishes it so perfectly, definitely making some of these! Thank you, Susan!
Posted by: Mary Ann H. | December 22, 2015 at 07:30 AM
Your card is striking and perfect. I would love to see a video of you doing this embossing technique, as I am curious about how quick you have to move before your ink dries. Thanks for the dimensions also, I will be CASE-ing this for sure!
Posted by: Tricia D | December 22, 2015 at 07:50 AM
This is lovely! I can't wait to try clear embossing powder on colored inks!
Posted by: Rhonda H | December 22, 2015 at 09:10 AM
Thanks for this idea for using our stash for after-Christmas thank you's.You are so clever. Love the card and the large font.
Posted by: HJ | December 22, 2015 at 09:27 AM
thank you for the great idea. I have several thank you cards to make for gifts I received from my staff. cute and simple is what I needed. and the added BONUS is using up old DSP. you are a genius!
Posted by: dara | December 22, 2015 at 09:58 AM
Here we go a CASEing....(for the life of me I can't remember the rest of the song "here we go a caroling" ....) I love this festive thank you card! I am lazy and don't do enough embossing and scoring but maybe, just maybe I will this time! It definitely gives it a wow, I mean, WOW look to the card! I even found a new pack of the white note cards last night when I was looking for something! Can you tell I love this? Thanks for the measurements - makes it even more easy peasy! I also have a brand new jar of clear embossing powder! And just when I thought I only had to make a gift card holder - I forgot about thank you cards! No problem, what else do I have to do Christmas Day with just the two of us? Just kidding!
Seasons greetings to you and your family Susan and also my fellow blog commenters! It has been fun getting to know some of you from all your comments! Happy holidays!
Posted by: Chris R. from Iowa | December 22, 2015 at 10:08 AM
Nice! I really do like that "Thank You" stamp. I don't need it, but I do like it!
Have a very Merry Christmas!
Cyberhugs!
Posted by: Bridget | December 22, 2015 at 10:25 AM
What do you mean and then I have a ton of paper? Have you been spying on me??!!! Love this quick and easy TY card. Love that crisp red embossed greeting!
Posted by: Princess Judy | December 22, 2015 at 10:49 AM
Thanks Susan! I created 8 cards tonight copying your design. Felt good to use that paper....however, my stack is still pretty high. I better get busy!
Posted by: Jodi | December 23, 2015 at 01:38 AM