AUGUST "ONE SHEET" GROUP CHALLENGE

 Hello again

Throughout August we are holding a group challenge based upon a One Sheet Wonder.  If you are lucky enough to have a CMKH Planner some of the measurements in your grid have been tweaked just a little bit.

The idea of this challenge is to create cards/ or a project of your choice with one sheet of 12"x12" patterned paper.  If you wish to use 6" x 6" paper then just halve the measurements.  This challenge is for you to use in any way you wish.  It is your interpretation of the grid.

If you need ideas to get going then take a look at my YouTube video.  I have used the Cottage Life papers from Graphic 45.  Alternatively, you could try stamping on plain paper.  It really is up to you.

Please remember that these measurements are as accurate as possible however you may need to tweak the squares as you work with the paper.  The main thing is to enjoy what you're doing and to share your challenge projects with the group.  I will set up an album specifically for August.

AUGUST CMKH GROUP CHALLENGE IMPERIAL AND METRIC GRID PDF.pdf

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Metric

Happy crafting!

Love Elisabeth xx

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 # 50 CORNER BOX POP UP CARD BY LISA SHAW

Wednesday Wonder Summer of Folds #50

Pop up box cards are my worst nightmare - have never liked making them and usually avoid them like the plague, but this one looked so nice that I pushed myself out of my comfort zone to show you how to make this one.

I have done all measurements in inches, so your starting point is one piece of 12x6” cardstock for your base. The 8x2” and the two small tabs I cut out of 180gsm - anything thicker may be hard to work with. (I used Craft Consortium Wood Textures so that I had a ready made wood effect for the box) Cut and fold as per the diagram.

Glue your chosen background paper layers onto the main card. I also covered the reverse of the two 6x4” sections which will end up being the front and back of your finished card. I cut the layers 1/4” smaller than the card. 

To make up the box section, follow the photos above. The strips inside the box are where you will attach your flowers etc. You should be able to see that the two end tabs are folded in opposite directions - one a valley, the other a mountain fold. I attach one tab to the inside of the box and glue down, then attach the other side, making sure that when folded flat/squashed sideways, the box lays flat. 

This is the part I always struggle with, so if you have low tack adhesive you might want to check the box folds flat before putting that final glue on!

This is what your box should now look like and will later be positioned like this - 

The next stage is decoration and for this you will need a selection of foliage and flowers. These are all from Lisa Horton Crafts.

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I stuck the larger foliage to the base card prior to attaching the box. Next, I attached smaller foliage and flowers to the slats inside the box and also to the front. To create more height, I stuck a piece of acetate to the back of some flowers and then attached the acetate to the slats.

Once happy with your box of flowers, it can be attached to the base card - I glued the back first, making sure that it was right into the fold of the base card. Once firmly stuck, I glued the side section into place.

To finish, I added one flower to the inside (see first photo), layered a piece of paper with sentiment onto the back and then decided on a happy birthday theme for the front. The card should now fold up, but will be quite bulky, meaning it will most likely need a large postage stamp even though it is only 4x6”. Adding a belly band will help to keep the card closed initially, but I decided that it would not add anything to the project. 

I do hope that you will try this style of card. Whilst my card is a birthday card, this would make an ideal get well card, especially for anyone in hospital who cannot have real flowers.

Wednesday Wonder #48 Circle Stepper card by Gail Mands

Wednesday Wonder #48

 CIRCLE STEPPER CARD

Hello fellow crafters! Welcome to Wednesday Wonder #48 I have a stepper card to show you today but with a bit of a twist - it's a circle! Stepper cards can seem a bit fiddly to begin with but are a great card to put a variety of toppers and embellishments on and I love that the circle cards have a rocking movement too.

I'm starting with a circle measuring 6 1/2" but you can use any size and adjust the 'steps' to suit.  I've used a circle cutter to cut my circle but you could use a large die or, if you have the skills, you can draw round a small plate and cut it out.

Use a pencil to mark at 4" (you can rub it out once you're done)

On your scoreboard turn the circle so the line is horizontal with the short side at the top - to make sure its straight line it up with a ruler. Score it from the top down to the line/ruler at 1 1/2, 2, 3, and 4. You also need to score it at 3 1/4 all the way across the card so best to leave that one until last after you remove your ruler.

(I had to swap my scoreboard as I forgot my Hougie Board doesn't do 1/4")

To make the steps you need to cut from the first score to the last score. I use a craft knife but you might be lucky and be able to use your cutting board!

Now you need to fold your scores - alternating mountain and valley folds and use your bone folder on the creases to make them flat.

Once the card is folded flat you will notice a bit that sticks out but just turn it over and use a scissors to cut it to the shape of the card to make it round again.

Now it's time to decorate the card - If you want to cover the front with paper (as I often do) I find it easier to cut a circle 1/4" smaller than the blank, so in this case 6 1/4" and cut it down to fit the stepper.

You might need to make your own envelope to make sure it fits but depending how you decorate it you might be able to fit it into a 6x6 envelope.

Thanks for stopping by, if you give it a try don't forget to share it on Creative Minds Kind Hearts.

Take Care and happy crafting!

Gail x

CAROLINE PATTENDEN WW47 PYRAMID ARROW FOLD CARD

 

Here are my instructions to make a Pyramid Arrow Fold Card.

Credit to Iced Images in YouTube.

A: You will need 2 pieces of card. One 11 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches and second piece 5 1/2 x 2 1/2 inches.

Take the larger piece and score at 5 1/2 and 11 inches, then mark at 2 3/4 and 8 1/4 inches top and bottom (see photo). Next score diagonally (green line) from corner to corner, then score across from 2 3/4 and 8 1/4 inches (blue line). All lines should cross at same point.

The small piece score at 1 and 2 inches.

B: Start to fold scored lines. Pink and green mountain folds and blue valley folds.

C & D: Backing mat needs to be 5 x 5 inches. Mark at 2 1/2 inches on 3 sides then draw lines as in photo. Cut along the lines.

E & F: Patterned mat needs to be 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches. Mark at 2 1/4 inches on 3 sides and draw lines as in photo. Cu along the lines.

G: Glue mats together.

H: Start to ease the card into shape.

I: Place tape on narrow edges to main card and smaller piece. Mitre corners to aid a neater fit.

J: Join the 2 pieces together.

K: Add mats to front facing parts of the card.

Please get in touch if this not clear 

Happy crafting 

Love Caroline xx