Before I start talking about today's project I wanted to let you guys know that the Bitten By the Bug 2 blog is doing a design team call. You have until Sunday, Sept 22 to submit an entry. All of the details are on the BBTB2 blog.
Ok, now let's talk about today's monogram card. I just love making monogram cards. I guess it is because I like my first first initial. In fact, to see if I check out fonts the first letter I look at is the 'm'. Anyway, this particular card is for one of my team members whose name is Melissa. Double bonus! I made a card for someone and got to use an 'm'! LOVE IT!
This card is made using the Artbooking cartridge and the 'm' monogram stamp. I did a few different things with this card. First I colored the ribbon with a marker again to get the color I wanted (this takes seconds to do by the way!). Next, I heat embossed the stamped image using a yellow opaque embossing powder. Heat embossing is one of my favorite things to do!
*TIP: Before you heat emboss wipe down the paper with a dryer sheet. If you do this, you will not have wayward embossing powder particles where you do not want it. Works everytime!
CCR file: https://app.box.com/s/vdzk9ed8av5pm1ot841n
GYPSY file: https://app.box.com/s/vhk1wi40xlb5927yz4h8
I used Smoothie, Lagoon, and White Daisy CTMH cardstock. The patterned paper is from the Babycakes paper pack. |
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64 comments:
Gorgeous as always.
That card is so cute Melanie.
Oh Melanie your card is absolutely gorgeous. OMG I didn't realize this doily cut was on Artbooking OMG I am so excited as I soooo luv doily's and my goodness a huge one on a LO OMG!! Thanks for another awesome creation you truly are a gifted and talented gal. Always look forward to your blog post every day!!
What a classy card. The first card I ever made with my Cricut was a monogram card, but it wasn't anything like this. I can see myself making these for friends and family. The doily cut adds that special feminine tough. Thanks for sharing.
How about that the first letter of my name is M and my first name is same as the person that you made the card for. Like monogram & the layers.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
Beautiful card! Thanks for the dryer sheet tip!
Love the yellow on this card. So cheery!
A very beautiful card! Love the monogram stamp, very elegant looking. Thanks for the tip about the dryer sheet, I've not heard of that before!
Always love getting tips! :)
Beautiful card!! My mom just got the artbooking package from you. It looks amazing!
Ra6352 (at) gmail (dot) com
Love the colors. So pretty.
Another totally gorgeous card!!
Tracy
Beautiful card! Thanks so much!
Another beauty! I love the doily, so delcate!
Very pretty, the variety & amount of cuts on this cart. is amazing.
gorgeous Melanie and I had no idea you could color ribbon like that tfs!
This is so pretty. I love the look. Thank you for sharing.
Kathy:)
Very elegant and pretty colors.
I just love the versatility of this cartridge and all of your amazing inspiration!!
Fabulous card, I really am happy to see another beautiful way to use my Artbooking cart.o
Your monogram card ids fabulous! What a pretty doily! Beautiful!
Sherrie K
Such a pretty card!
Thumbs up! I haven't tried to cut a doily with my Cricut. Thanks for the chance to win.
As always a beautiful card,
Very elegant card.
marilyn2222 @ hotmail dot com
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Oh My....what an elegant...absolutely gorgeous card! You do so many wonderful projects and are so giving to share with all of us...Thank You!!!
Your card is simply gorgeous! I love the colours you put together and the pretty doily you used to hold the monogram really makes it stand out.
Thank you for sharing a peek at your lovely work! :)
As always, another great card.
TFS your talents and cards. And, for a chance at this new cart.
Hugs, CyndiU
cureta2atyahoodotcom
I am always amazed at your color combos. Love the different colors you used on this card. Wish it was as easy for me - sometimes I spend WAY too much time selecting papers!
I LOVE the color papers you used, and that wonderful doily cut!! Very pretty!
Such a pretty card, love monogram cards!
Beautiful card, as usual.Love your work.
Wonderful in every way!!!
Thanks for sharing. I love all the things you share.
Love this card. So elegant. Thanks for sharing.
Megan H.
mhcards@embarqmail.com
What a BEAUTIFUL card! I love the doily and the colors, absolutely beautiful!
Love this elegant card! Thanks for the tip about the dryer sheet.
What a very beautiful card Melanie! I see you are posting at such early am hours. Do you ever sleep?! Thanks for sharing your beautiful creativity! I look forward to your posting every day. -Barb-
great card love the monogram and the dryer sheet tip. Thanks
rosebud114
pretty card. tfs.
You make such cute cards. How do you come up with ideas day after day? You do give me inspiration, but I wish that I could make something beautiful daily like you do. Todays card is stunning!
Such a pretty card! I have several of the monogram stamps. Now I have a great idea on how to use them! Thank you!
Very nice card! Thanks so much for the inspiration.465
OMG Awesome & Elegant Card. Love this!
What a beautiful monogram!!! A set of these would be PERFECT for a wedding gift!!! Thanks for the idea!
I really that you made a monogram card. It's like having your own personal stationary but in card form. Thanks
Elegant card.
Love this card. It reminds me of my daughter and her initial.
Every card is awesome this week! Thanks for the embossing tip.
I love this card...can't wait to try it myself...thanks for all the inspiration.
Love the card with the monogram. You always make such pretty projects.
This is gorgeous. Love the doily.
Beautiful! I love Monograms!
WOW!! This cartridge has everything!
Thanks for the card and ideas
Deanna Vail
I am just lovin' your cards this week! Your bows are just great!
Love the monogram card, Melanie. It turned out quite lovely.
Love this doily/monogram card!Thanks for your tips on the ribbon(perfect color match) & the dryer sheet!I had never heard of coloring ribbon before!Thanks so much for sharing,I so much enjoy your blog!!!
Rosebud222222222
Love that pretty doily!
WOW I love your card, so beautiful.
Another wonderful card!!
:-)
I like everything about this card. Thanks for a chance to win.
Mary O'Neal
Just gorgeous!! Love this!!
Beautiful! I want to make up a whole bunch of these and have them ready for use for various occasions. It's a great go-to!
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