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 8, 2020
I’m generally NOT for non traditional Christmas colors, but this pink card….WOW!
November 8, 2020
Your gift card holders are wonderful (& fun) & I love the Joy & Peace cards too.
November 8, 2020
I just love all your cards! Thanks!
November 8, 2020
I love the cards with the opening for gift cards or cash, but I’m not visualizing what you mean when you say you left the top part of the die outside the cutting plates??
November 11, 2020
Hi, Annette.
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 8, 2020
The new background stamps are amazing. What a clever way to add a gift card!
November 8, 2020
So many great ideas here. The gift card holders are terrific! I also really like the peace designs.
November 8, 2020
OMG, these are so cute and they should be fast to mass produce!
— Dalis
November 8, 2020
Love the card holder cards. I don’t think to use my dies in a partial manner very often ….I must try it more often.
November 8, 2020
So sweet and clever!
November 8, 2020
What a great idea for giving a gift card or money. Thanks for sharing this.
November 8, 2020
I loved all your cards, so pretty. I really loved the gift card idea so clever.
November 8, 2020
I really appreciate the links to the products. I was able to add as I went along. The cards are great. I think I can do them with your great directions
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November 8, 2020
fantastic idea. liked how you used just sentiments on the front of your cards
November 8, 2020
Oh my goodness. These are such cute ideas!! Thanks so much for sharing! I love your style! 🙂
November 8, 2020
I love your gift card holder cards–what a unique way to do it! Love it!