Santa was Here

Christmas Card Making Ideas using My Favorite Things Christmas Tree Cut-out Die-namics and Gifting Fun Clear Stamp Set
Good morning blog friends!  I have more My Favorite Things goodies to show today so, I’m over on the My Favorite Things blog as well with another Christmas card to add to the stash!!  My card today uses the darling cut out Christmas Tree from the Christmas Tree Cut-out Die-namics.  That sweet tree absolutely begs to made into a shaker card, so who was I to argue?  The only challenge I had was deciding which of the many beads, sequins and glitter from my stash, to put inside!  Score!!Christmas Card Making Ideas using My Favorite Things Christmas Tree Cut-out Die-namics and Gifting Fun Clear Stamp Set
I snagged the music paper from my Free Printables Board on Pinterest – HERE.  I created a tag from Stitched Oval Staxx Die-namics and stamped it with the Santa Was Here sentiment from the Gifting Fun Clear Stamp Set.  It hangs just to the left of my bow using silver wired cord – I used the same cord to polish off  the card with a little silver bow.

This is my very first shaker card and I have to say that it is surprisingly easy!  If you’re curious how it is made and want to see the magic behind the scenes; go —–>HERE.   I describe how it is made as well, show you how to stack up the insides of the card, as well as give you shaker card making tips over on the My Favorite Things blog  :-)

CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED 
Rubber StampsMy Favorite Things – Gifting Fun Clear Stamp Set
Craft Paper:
Neenah Classic Crest – Natural White – Smooth 80lb, Silver Metallic Poster Board – Hobby Lobby, Printed Music Paper from Pinterest, Papertrey Ink – Aqua Mist
Ink:  Versamark, Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink
Accessories: Christmas Tree Cut-out Die-namicsStitched Oval Staxx Die-namics, The Paper Studio Pearls, Silver Wired Cord, Twinklets Diamond Dust by Floracraft, Silver Embossing Powder, The Paper Source Satin Ribbon – Pool, Martha Stewart Border Punch – Fans and Flourishes, The Paper Studio Gemstones

Thanks again to the sweet ladies over at My Favorite Things for letting me try something new!!  They are rock stars and have me totally spoiled now from their sweetness and charm. For you readers, thanks so much for stopping by today – I hope you found something here lately that you’d like to give a try!!  I’m planning to give away some dies this week so stay close!!


Question Parking Lot:

Dottie on comment #14 asked how to download the sheet music I used, a to z.  Dottie, some situations are different, but if you are  on Windows computer I’ll walk through what I did here (I’m on a Windows 7 computer using Chrome).

1.  Pop over to my pinterest page —->HERE  and you’ll see the music I used.
2.  Click on the sheet music thumbnail in pinterest and it will select it and bring it to its own page.  At the top of the page select “Visit Site”
3.  That should take you HERE
4.  Click on the picture of the sheet music.  That will select it and bring it to its own page – in your browser, with the name up top – usually will have .jpg on the end.
5.  Right click on the picture of the music, then select “save image as”
6.  Enter to accept the name and location already given or navigate to where you want to save on your computer and give an appropriate name.
7.  Once it exists as a .jgp or .png on your computer – print it out!
8.  If on a Windows computer you can navigate to where the file lives, right click on it and select print and choose the size you want – otherwise, use a software such as Photo Shop Elements.

 

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  • Clare WNovember 24, 2014 - 2:14 am

    Love what you have done with this – and the bow is fab!ReplyCancel

  • Beth NormanNovember 24, 2014 - 3:05 am

    Your shaker card is gorgeous. Love the pretty blue bow and the free printable music sheet. Thanks for sharing the link.ReplyCancel

  • ElaineNovember 24, 2014 - 3:22 am

    LOVE ,LOVE, LOVE It Becca .
    God Bless

    Elaine H XReplyCancel

  • margaret driscoll UKNovember 24, 2014 - 3:24 am

    Good Morning Becca
    First heavy frost this Autumn in the UK beautiful but cold!
    Love this card , and the Ribbons are such a lovely colour Becca!
    Take care
    Love MargReplyCancel

  • JenniferNovember 24, 2014 - 3:26 am

    What a stunning colourway Becca, so beautifully finished with your wonderful touches x x xReplyCancel

  • MaryannNovember 24, 2014 - 3:36 am

    As always Becca you´ve once again made a gorgeous card here with sooo many fabulous details to discover, and it´s so beautiful, that it takes the breath away.ReplyCancel

  • LorettaNovember 24, 2014 - 4:02 am

    Oh Becca this card is so pretty. The sheet music adds such a magical touch to the card. I like the non traditional bow color and your signature pearls found their special place on your card. Thank you for sharing this lovely piece of art. Blessings!ReplyCancel

  • Maureen KNovember 24, 2014 - 4:15 am

    Good morning Becca,

    From a sunny but cold Newcastle in the U.K. At least it was sunny 5 minutes ago but I’ve just looked out of the window and the clouds have rolled in.

    I really like this card, it has a lovely country feel to it, and the blue is gorgeous.

    I have one more Christmas Card to make, and then that’s the lot – unless I remember someone who I’ve forgotton!!!xxReplyCancel

  • lorrayneingramNovember 24, 2014 - 4:25 am

    What a great card. I love the extra sliver bow on top of the other bow!ReplyCancel

  • Mrs BNovember 24, 2014 - 4:26 am

    Hi Becca. What a great card. I love how you used the Christmas tree die : ) Take care.ReplyCancel

  • Mau xxNovember 24, 2014 - 4:27 am

    Beautiful! Love the colour and the tree is fabulous Becca, A little different for you, but I feel we will be seeing more :) Your bows are always amazing!
    Hugs xxReplyCancel

  • Lesley ThomasNovember 24, 2014 - 4:31 am

    Super card today, love the idea of the shaker card tree, but surely a lot of work to make each section individual? Brilliant effect, all the sameReplyCancel

  • Jacquie JacobsNovember 24, 2014 - 4:34 am

    Stunning Becca, love the ‘shaker tree’ lol!

    Brilliant as always.

    Love & Hugs

    Jacquie J xxx
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  • Dottie DavisNovember 24, 2014 - 4:41 am

    Beautiful card an intriguing; the ribbon color is gorgeous. Question for the parking lot: I love the sheet music but can’t figure out how to download these freebies to copy them. I went in circles. Any directions? I have tried this before to no avail and am frustrated. Thanks Becca!ReplyCancel

  • Michelle P BNovember 24, 2014 - 5:17 am

    Becca…ONLY YOU…can make a shaker card elegant!….it’s gorgeous….ReplyCancel

  • Anne (UK)November 24, 2014 - 7:38 am

    What a great card – and love the shaker effect. You are a star!
    Hugs
    Anne (UK) xReplyCancel

  • Ruth UKNovember 24, 2014 - 8:15 am

    Love this Becca, great idea and I also love the colours you have used,
    XxxRuthReplyCancel

  • Charlene DahlbergNovember 24, 2014 - 8:43 am

    Becca, I love this card and have been dying to try this adorable tree die from MFT.. Now I have your inspiration to help. I will be getting ready to shake, shake!ReplyCancel

  • Leslie ScholesNovember 24, 2014 - 8:58 am

    Another beautiful card Becca! Love the shaker tree and non-traditional colors. And the bow…swoon!! Thanks for sharing!!ReplyCancel

  • Rebekka KNovember 24, 2014 - 9:05 am

    Another stunning card. Awesome design and colors and I love that bow. Thanks for the how to on printing that music sheet. Have a great Thanks Giving. :)ReplyCancel

  • ConniecrafterNovember 24, 2014 - 9:14 am

    very cool, love the silver cording around the ribbon bow too, such pretty touches!ReplyCancel

  • Cathy HomanNovember 24, 2014 - 9:26 am

    Gorgeous!!!! I love your colors. The Step by Step on MFT’s was great for us visual learners was great!ReplyCancel

  • JanCarolNovember 24, 2014 - 9:27 am

    this is a beautiful card – love the colors. so unusual for Christmas.
    Is your bow-maker DVD still available?ReplyCancel

  • lisa808November 24, 2014 - 9:41 am

    Beautiful card–love the colors, design, and stunning bow. I haven’t used my MFT Tree die yet, but I definitely have been inspired by you to make a shaker card with it.ReplyCancel

  • ChelseaNovember 24, 2014 - 12:54 pm

    Wonderful card!! Your creativity never ceases to amaze me, Becca. Your work is just fabulous.ReplyCancel

  • Patricia HowarthNovember 24, 2014 - 2:58 pm

    Hi Becca, Another stunning card, loving the sheet music and the tree and the shaker areas, gorgeous !!
    Lots of love from Patricia xxReplyCancel

  • Kay McBrideNovember 25, 2014 - 1:13 pm

    beautiful, thanks for the info on the printable. I really need to surf more found some really cool stuff just on your page. Happy Thanksgiving.
    kayReplyCancel

  • KathyNovember 26, 2014 - 12:34 pm

    Beautiful card. You always have the prettiest ones.ReplyCancel

  • Theresa GoodwinNovember 26, 2014 - 4:50 pm

    It’s another Wow card Becca. You are so inspired and inspiring
    Between you and Sue Wilson I am in aww.
    Hugs to you and those you hold dear T xReplyCancel

  • Edy HendrixNovember 26, 2014 - 9:57 pm

    Love your beautiful cards.ReplyCancel

  • Dolly LaBelleNovember 27, 2014 - 7:40 am

    This card is so lovely. Every aspect comes together so nicely. Beautiful Becca!ReplyCancel

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