Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Pear and partridge card making kit.

Hello, friends!

 I know many of are starting your holiday cards. This can be a daunting task, but if you are like me, this is how you justify this hobby. You say, "look how great these handmade cards are. They are so much better than the store bought ones". Now, this is totally true, but thinking about making ten tons of cards might make you want to hide under your bed until New Year. However,  Close To My Heart has a great card kit ( called Pear and Partridge card making kit) that will make this so much easier! It has all the paper, envelopes,  and embellishments (a roll of ribbon and some sparkles) you will need to make 15 cards with 3 different designs. Not only that, it includes one of the most beautiful Christmas stamp sets I have ever seen and is only available for purchase with the kit.

Here is the link for the kit: http://melaniebrown.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=6869&CatalogID=1639

Here is a photo of the stamp set that is included. It even includes a great sentiment for the inside of our cards. This is absolutely turn key!

If you are like me at all, you do not like making cards from a recipe. I like the idea that the recipe give, but I need to make it my own. This week I am going to show you the card the way that Close To My Heart designed it (which is beautiful by the way) PLUS I am going to show you my interpretation of the card. I added a Cricut cut and just a little bit of my card making style to my version.

Here is the Close To My Heart version. Again you get full instructions on how to cut all the paper and stamp the card.





Here is my version. I used the Artiste cartridge, but you could use whatever cartridge moves you. Although, if you have not bought the Artiste cartridge and are interested please do not hesitate to let me know! It can be your Christmas present to yourself!

As you can see my version slightly different. I made the stamping a little more involved. Also, I changed up where the ribbon went. Doesn't that Cricut cut make all the difference! I just love what it does for this card.






Here are some additional photos and information on the kit.

This is what is included in the kit.


Thanks for dropping in! I will be back tomorrow with the second card and my version!

Don't forget about this week's Cricut Mini giveaway.

 To win:
1) Follow this blog or subscribe via email.
2) Leave a comment under one or all posts this week for maximum chances. See HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment.

November Specials
This month's stamp of the month coordinates with the Artiste cartridge and is perfect for those of you who like to make your own mini calendars. Also it has a GREAT journing box for layouts!
Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 (S1211A) when you place an order of $50 or more in products!  
 
To show support of Red Cross relief efforts for those areas of the US severely affected by Hurricane Sandy, Close To My Heart will donate $1 for every Stamp of the Month set sold as a part of our November promotion. Just one more reason to "Capture The Date, Capture the Savings" this month!

Also, in November, you’ll get something extra when you buy the Stamp of the Month—50% off another stamp set! When you qualify for and buy the November Stamp of the Month set, Capture the Date, you’ll receive another stamp set* of your choice for 50% off—it’s like two promotions in one! The versatile Capture the Date stamp set is great for any layout, card, invitation, or calendar, and now you can choose another stamp set at half-off for more wonderful papercrafting. Get Capture the Date and then capture the savings today!
* Offer valid for A-E and M size stamp sets only; K-size, Workshops on the Go®, Cricut® collection, and Stamp of the Month stamp sets are not eligible for this promotion. Maximum of one 50% off stamp set per order.
Dates: Offer valid November 1–30, 2012
If there has been a stamp set that you have had your eye on, but have not taken the plunge yet...this is your promo! 
Now don't forget that you can still buy the fabulous Artiste and Art Philosophy cartridges, so if you have not taken the plunge yet, come on in the water is great!


To order click here ==> Melanie's Close To My Heart website
Have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

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69 comments:

Gabyb said...

This is a neat idea for a kit. Very classy. I love the card you designed this week. Great job!

LST in Colorado said...

I also like the idea of a card kit, and the cards showcased are great, but I like the twist that you gave it, definitely nicer and less symmetrical. as use said before, YOU ROCK!! Thanks for sharing.

snappy scrappy said...

Love your version so much more!! Lee-Ann :)

Joan Smith said...

Gosh I have to agree with the other gals I love your card version more!
You ROCK with your creative designs and you just make crafting so much fun thanks so much for all you do and share. Thanks too for the chance on the Mini...got my fingers, toes and eyes crossed (LOL) well I kinda do!

Anonymous said...

Love the stamp and card kit. And I think both versions of the card are lovely. Theirs if you need it in a hurry and yours if you have more time. Thanks for all you share and do for us all.

La Chula Fashions said...

Love it ;) can't believe it's holiday card time!!!!
So excited about mini ;) wish me luck !!
Kat
Zoezerkat@cox.net

ScrappyK523 said...

What a beautiful card!! I've never made my own cards, but I think I may just have to start doing it...the homemade cards really are much nicer than the store bought ones! ~Kathy

Linda Allard said...

I love the mixed prints and the great phrase.

JustJules said...

I would love to make all my Christmas cards. The idea of a kit is great.
Julie

Anonymous said...

Debbie Gasko
I like the idea of a card kit, I agree with the other ladies I love your version.
debbieanng at yahoo dot com

Anonymous said...

I like your version of the card.
It is just beautiful.
The kits are a great idea especially if you're new to cardmaking.
Can't wait for card2

the life and times said...

The card kit is a great idea. Thank you

Jessica said...

Very cute the color of the card kit. You did great job on both card. Very simple and elegant. Thanks for share!!

Kimberli said...

Gorgeous card, love the kit and stamp set - SO tempting!!!

Anonymous said...

I have recently just bought that kit from close to my heart to do something Christmas with it. I love the cards, they look amazing! Well done!
Ashley T

tndj said...

I am like you - I always put my ideas on the cards so they are never exactly the way the instructions say they should be. And with each card I seem to find something different I want to do. So I always think my last one is way better than the first as I had worked out the way I wanted it by the last card.

Cathie in UT said...

Such a lovely kit for the cards.
Thanks for the chance to win

Ruth G said...

Melanie, you are so right about this stamp set! As soon as I saw it in the catalog it went on my wish list! I love how you showed your personalization of the card! I love the two ink colors on the presents and your lovely bow! TFS!

Diana said...

love your card, great stamp set!

Andi said...

BEAUTIFUL cards! I may just be getting in the spirit already ;-)

Lin M. said...

I love how you see the provided version of the card then make it your own - you inspire me Melanie! It would be awesome to win the mini - then maybe I could put in place more of the information you provide. :)

Lisa P said...

I love getting ideas to start but usually end up adding my own style to things. That is the fun of creating.

Vanessa said...

Your card is really pretty! Thanks for the inspiration!

flscraplady said...

Very clever idea! I'll be lucky if anyone gets a card!

Karen Sue said...

Your card is lovely, but I'm with you, if I have to follow a recipe I go nuts, I like sketches but I like doing my own thing,

278fish@planters.net said...

I like this card kit. I do like how yours turned out. I think I am going to order that Cartridge that you used. Thanks for a chance to win the mini.

bridget22868 said...

I love the kit! And your version of the card is awesome!!!

Donna said...

Cute cards.

Anonymous said...

Very nice! TFS.

williase at hotmail dot com

DFW said...

I know what you mean about making the card your own. I love your cards, thanks for sharing.

thewhittens@yahoo.com

Leta said...

love the stamp set and your creativity

Unknown said...

Great idea, I have to get my Xmas cards going.
Have a happy crafty day!!!
Karen dkolopez@msn.com

Sue D said...

Great kit and I like both cards.

sewnsew1943 said...

Nice Card kit. I like your version a lot. Thanks for sharing the ideas.

Crhiga said...

Both versions of the card are great! I like your version because you made it your own.

Carol

Sunshine HoneyBee said...

Wonderful to have a kit to make these cards from. Thanks for sharing ideas. Started making my Christmas cards last night using a snowflake embossing folder, white and red card cardstock. I'll stamp a sentiment inside and calligraphy names inside & on envelopes.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"

Josie0602 said...

Wonderful cards! That is how I justify buying supplies...homemade is so much nicer and more personal!

Tracy

littlen said...

very nice cards. great kit. tfs.

Anonymous said...

It was fun to see two different versions of the card. Thanks for the mini giveaway. I would love to have it to take to crops!
Lothringen from MI

Brenda Moore said...

Beautiful card, like how you made it your own

Cheryl said...

Melanie you just took a great card and maximized it! I just wished you could have posted about 3 weeks ago before I made my cards! lol Thanks for all you share!

AJoy said...

Your version is so much better! Thanks for sharing.

April
nginerd at gmail dot com

Unknown said...

Love your take on the card created from the kit. Although the kit is a great idea I also love putting my own spin on things. Thanks again for your creativity and thanks for the chance to win the mini.....what an awesome gift that would be (to myself of course) LOL

Anonymous said...

Loving the new stamps that come with the kit. Your card is just beautiful. SueR

shasta said...

Pretty, pretty! I'm saving my money to buy the Artiste cartridge. Hopefully before Christmas.

Carol D

Anne said...

I like the idea of this card kit. Loved the card you designed, very pretty.

Anne
anmatt1@aol.com

Venus and Luanne @ Sisters Craft Cafe said...

Lovely cards and love the colors of papers. The stamp is wonderful!

Luanne

Anonymous said...

Rose said...
Your card is the best,the black shadow makes it pop-out,I like the way you did your ribbon too...that's my favorite!TFS CTMH version to your version!
Rosebud222222222

coolnana72 said...

I just love this card kit and the version you made of one of the cards. Wow what a difference by adding the Cricut Artiste cut and moving the ribbon to the middle of the card.

Unknown said...

Love the elegance of your card, this looks like a great kit to get those Christmas cards finished, thanks!!

~ Jo ~ said...

What a beautiful card. I love the look of this card kit so much. The colors are wonderful. The stamp set is also such a versatile set.

hugs,
Jo

Cheryl said...

The changes you made are lovely!

Amy Gehring said...

The Cricut cuts totally make a difference. I love it! Thanks for sharing your version of these cards.

Anonymous said...

I like both versions, but yours is by far the BEST!!


Deb K. from Michigan

Monica said...

What a great kit. Any ideas on how to incorporate a family photo? I prefer you version, but both are cute.

mwiechmann6@gmail.com

Patty said...

They are super cute & it would make cardmaking so much easier! I did actually like your version a little better because of the shape you used to stamp on..very cute!!

Susan C said...

Really like that all the materials come in one kit -- the cricut, along with your creativity, adds just that extra touch of class... :)

maribella said...

LOVE how the smallest changes make a big difference in the final outcome! Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!

carolyn's creations said...

I like your version better. So pretty!!!

Az Scrappin Sisters said...

I won this kit and now looking for card ideas....I' love to win the mini....perfect size...thanks for the chance. Do like you blog, too.

Joann said...

I bought this kit, because I also fell in love with the stamp set! I love your design, it's beautiful!

Crystal said...

The frame cut & big bow really make the card. I love your version but the kit version is nice too. Kits like this make the task of card making less daunting for folks who are scared to try.

Anelsie Ramos said...

This kit is so much fun! Adorable!!! Love both cards! Thanks for the inspiration and for the chance to win!!! :)

teachermom5 said...

This kit has everything! What an easy way to get started on our holiday cards!

tianna said...

So cute...think I'm going to have to buy this set/kit!!

Tianna :)

JustJules said...

Great card kit! TFS!

Julie

scrappin2babygirls said...

such an adorable card love the huge bow super pretty tfs
-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com

Kailee B said...

I got this card kit and it was definitely nice to help me get a bunch of cards out quick! Also, thanks for the chance to win the cricut!

the life and times said...

I love these cards!!!!

 
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