Hi, crafty friends. I’m excited to be part of THIS blog hop celebrating THIS new release. I have two cards to share that have a peek-a-boo opening that holds a gift…
For the first card…
I laid out sentiments from THIS, THIS, and THIS stamp set on a gray A2 panel in my MISTI. I used THIS to help me align all of the stamps straight. I stamped all the sentiments at once using THIS ink creating a text background. I die-cut THIS die from the center of the panel but I left out the top part of the die from the top cutting plate…
This prevents the top from cutting and I was able to score there instead, creating a hinge for the piece to open…
I adhered the panel down to a one of THESE notecards that I covered in green patterned paper using THIS foam tape. It gives a pop of color to the inside of the opening. This creates a spot to place a gift for the recipient. For this card, I used money as a an example…
I finished off the card design by stamping and coloring one of the snow globe images from THIS stamp set. I used THESE coordinating dies to cut it out and adhered it towards the bottom of the opening to give a good place for the recipient to open the flap. I also adhered one of THESE sentiment strips underneath.
For the second card…
I did the exact same process as the first card, but switched up the colors and the snow globe image. I stamped the text using THIS ink on THIS card stock.
For both snow globe images, I added “snow” using THIS white gel pen and added THIS on top for some shine…
Another gift idea for the peek-a-boo opening is a gift card…
You could also put a photo inside!
I hope this inspires you to do some partial die-cutting and create a peek-a-boo opening. The Holidays are just around the corner and it’s a perfect way to make your gift extra special.
Also, try using sentiments or small images from different stamp sets to create a custom background.
BLOG HOP
There is much more inspiration to see. Click HERE for the next stop on the hop. Click HERE to start at the beginning of the hop. Here’s the complete hop list…
Looking for even more inspiration using THIS release? I shared a couple of other projects HERE…
and HERE…
GIVEAWAY
Simon is so generous and giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop so be sure to leave comments along the way for your chance to win. Simon Says Stamp will announce winners on their blog on Wednesday. Good luck!
Wait, there’s more…
Use the code SPGKN7 to receive a FREE exclusive Speckled Egg Mini Distress Ink Pad with any purchase. Valid while supplies last or until 11/8 at 11:59 EST.
Thank you so much for stopping by. I appreciate your support.
I’ve linked to the entire release below as well as products used on today’s cards.
LINKS TO ENTIRE HOLLY JOLLY RELEASE:
LINKS TO SUPPLIES USED ON TODAY’S CARDS:
November 7, 2020
These are fantastic! You have given me so many great ideas! Thank you!
November 7, 2020
I really like the gift cards- unique use for the due!
November 7, 2020
Great gift card idea. Your cards are lovely.
November 7, 2020
So many beautiful cards ideas on this post. the gift card idea is my favorite!
November 7, 2020
Cute cards! Love the gift card cards!
November 7, 2020
Your peek-a-boo designs are so fun, I’m sure the recipient will be delighted to discover the hidden gift!
November 7, 2020
Wonderful cards! I love this technique for incorporating gift cards or cash.
November 7, 2020
What a clever way to do a gift card – love it! Thanks for sharing!
November 7, 2020
Your cards are so cute! I can’t believe how many samples you showed. I can’t wait to try the gift card ones, though. What a great idea!
November 7, 2020
Love this idea to make cards for gift card giving year round. This will become a staple. Thank you!
November 7, 2020
Omg these cards are too cute!
November 7, 2020
Amazing cards! So inspiring!
November 7, 2020
What cool cards. Great ideas for Christmas
November 7, 2020
I really like your cards/gift holders. I wish you had done a video for us newbies just to clarify a few things. It’s such a great project I’d hate to screw it up! Lol!
November 11, 2020
Hi, Giselle.
I just added a photo to the blog post that gives a better visual explanation of the partial die-cutting technique.
Have a great day,
Heather
November 7, 2020
Incredible cards and money holder! This set is so versatile- love it! Thank you for sharing.