OOOPS!

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What do you do when you have forgotten not just one but two dear friends anniversaries? The invitation said no gifts (have you noticed the older we get the less “stuff” we want or need…smile). But I really did need to take each couple cards with a personal note inside remembering all the years we have celebrated together. With less than 15 minutes to get two cards done…not a problem…..AG handmade paper to the rescue! So lucky to have scraps of handmade paper left from some other projects!



Supplies:

• Scrap of white medium/heavy weight handmade paper 
• Scrap of dark brown medium/heavy weight handmade paper
• Two White/brown Toile pattern cards and envelopes
• Dies: Quiet Fire Designs™: #1307 “Together” & #1049 “Believe” 
• Crafters CompanionTM Gemini Jr™ die cutting and embossing machine
• Beacon ZipDryTM adhesive


Instructions:

1. Die cut 2 each of the words “Together” & Believe”. 
2. Layer and glue them together.
3. Attach the die cut layered words to the centers of the two cards with ZipDry adhesive. 
4. Write a message inside each card and be on your way to the party. 


Note: I picked these two word dies because both couples were told 50 years ago that no one "believed" they would stay "together". Smile.

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TAGS: Arnold Grummer, Michele Emerson-Roberts, handmade paper,  die cuts, Beacon Adhesive, Quietfire Designs, Crafters Companion

Comments

  1. LBTexasMay 13, 2019 at 8:45 PM

    Another wonderful idea from this talented lady. I am so grateful for her inspirational projects!

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  2. Michele Emerson-RobertsMay 16, 2019 at 8:34 PM

    Thanks LB......I LOVE making handmade paper!

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  3. Heidi BlankenshipJune 7, 2019 at 3:50 PM

    Great CAS cards and so quick and easy to make! TFS!

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