Greetings Cards to Make & Treasure

Greetings Cards to Make & Treasure
Author: Judy Balchin
Publisher: Search Press Limited
Total Pages: 75
Release: 2009-10-16
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781268673

Seven experienced craft authors show how to make simple and stunning greetings cards in a rich variety of themes: fairy cards, art nouveau, clear stamped, Celtic, oriental, Victorian, rustic, paper pierced and paper lace cards. The techniques simply explained and demonstrated include pen and wash, 3D decoupage, using pressed flowers, glass painting, using embossing powder, metal embossing, using polymer clay, rubber stamping and using clear stamps, using craft stickers, using chalks or alcohol inks, sewing beads on to cards, origami, using craft punches and quilling. The resulting projects are stunning, but the clear step by step photographs, templates for the designs and simple instructions make them achievable for card makers of all skill levels and there are dozens of beautifully photographed variations for more inspiration. Card makers looking for all kinds of different techniques will find something to inspire them here.Uses material from:Handmade Fairy Cards 9781844483051Handmade Art Nouveau Cards 9781844482092Handmade Clear Stamped Cards 9781844482207Handmade Celtic Cards 9781844482603Handmade Oriental Cards 9781844482108Handmade Victorian Cards 9781844482467Hand Painted Rustic Cards 9781844482450Handmade Paper Pierced Cards 9781844482474Paper Lace Greetings Cards 9781844484072

Card Art

Card Art
Author: Susan S. Terry
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2010-11-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1571208941

Beautiful Cards That Leave a Lasting Impression. Over 50 original card designs and a dozen gift tags. Great for quilters, scrappers, and anyone who loves to create keepsakes. Fuse fabric to paper to make “papric” - a striking foundation for your cards. Like little gifts, these cards will be treasured by your friends and family. Expand your artistic boundaries by combining paper crafts with beautiful fabrics to make one-of-a-kind cards. Susan offers tips for including special quotes, adding a variety of embellishments, and adapting cards for any occasion. All cards fit standard envelopes and may be mailed.

The Encyclopedia of Greeting Card Tools & Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Greeting Card Tools & Techniques
Author: Susan Pickering Rothamel
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2008
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1600590292

Susan Pickering Rothamel, author of the best-selling Encyclopedia of Scrapbook Tools and Techniques (Sterling/Chapelle, 2005), now turns her A-to-Z eye to another popular papercraft: greeting cards. With its detailed definitions of terms, tools, materials, and techniques; illustrated how-to instructions; and hundreds of handmade cards from leading artists, this will become the must-have visual reference for anyone interested in the craft. Photographs of delightful greeting cards appear on every spread, along with step-by-step pictures of key skills. Sidebars on leading card makers discuss the techniques for which they’re celebrated, from Dee Gruenig’s rubber-stamp designs to Alli Bartkowski’s quilling.

Pop-Up Cards

Pop-Up Cards
Author: Mari Kumada
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2012-10-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1611800048

A card is an even more special gift when it’s made by hand, and the cards in this book make the giving even more fun through designs that pop up, move, and spin. The charm and whimsy of these cards will elevate any occasion. From children’s birthday cards with wheels that spin to get-well wishes revealed with the pull of a tab and gift boxes that magically take shape when the card is opened, the cards in this book are sure to please. With over fifty designs for a range of occasions—from birthdays, baby announcements, and get-well wishes to Easter, Halloween, and Christmas—there’s sure to be something for everyone in this book. Each project is presented through beautifully styled photographs, clear step-by-step instructions, detailed diagrams, and templates. Even those new to working with paper will be able to make the whimsical and elegant designs in this book. Make the cards in this book and give your friends and family a keepsake they will treasure.

The Card Book

The Card Book
Author: Susan Attenborough
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Greeting cards
ISBN: 9780789480200

Includes how-to information.

Microcrafts

Microcrafts
Author: Margaret Mcguire
Publisher: Quirk Books
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2013-09-10
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1594747032

It is a small world, after all! Here are step-by-step instructions for making tiny teddy bears, little ladybugs, petite porcupines, itsy-bitsy bikinis, and much, much more! Microcrafts shows crafters how to create dozens of miniature treasures, each no larger than a spool of thread. No previous crafting experience or pricey materials are necessary—just a love of all things small!

Making Great Greeting Cards & Gifts

Making Great Greeting Cards & Gifts
Author: Natalie Lunis
Publisher: Benchmark Education Company
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2011
Genre: Gift wrapping
ISBN: 1450906982

Instructions to create greeting cards, various gifts and gift wrapping.

Spectacular Cards!

Spectacular Cards!
Author: Sue Astroth
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2005-07-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 160705051X

Everyone Loves to Get Cards — Especially When They're Works of Art. More than 40 knock-your-socks-off card ideas and techniques. Snip, stamp, embellish, and paint your way to stand-out cards. Create keepsake greetings for any occasion with fabric and paper. Transform old game boards into spectacular gift cards that will amaze your loved ones. From playful to sophisticated, something new for every crafter! Finalist in the "Hobby/Crafts/How-To" category of the USA Book News "Best Book Awards" contest for 2005.