Card Making tips Part 2

Card Making Tips - Part II

• Use the back of the mousepad to stamp, emboss foil or to shape your paper or punchies.
• Dab a bit of glue on the end of the thread to stiften it before you thread your beads.
• Make some everyday cards without any sayings. When you need a quick card for a birthday or to say "Thank You", just add the words.
• Use poly bags to store your ready-made cards especially if you have included some 3D embellishments.
• If you have to have beverages while working on your cards, place your drinks on a separate side table.
• Dab a blob of repositionable adhesive on the back of card or elements that you want to attach to your main card blank. Move them around till you are sure about their placements.
• To make your masking tape less sticky, just stick it on your jeans or skirt first.
• Store your rubber stamps away from direct sunlight and heat.
• Apply a little clear nail polish to end of ribbons to stop fraying.
• Use lighter-weight paper for layering to save postage.
• Fold card outside in to protect delicate embellishments on front design when posting.
• Cover mistakes with embellishments, layering or adding another image on top.
• Keep a small box beside your craft table to throw in your paper scraps while you create.
• Organize your paper scraps while watching tv or during downtime.