Christmas in July Blog Hop

Hello everyone and welcome to our Christmas in July Blog Hop!  You should have been at Lisa's Blog before this final stop.  Please stop and look around.  I've added a gallery of my work on the side of my blog.  Also, I will be offering a free class starting Monday, July 5.  You can find more information here.  I have a card tutorial to share with you today.  It's never too early to start preparing for Christmas.  So, I'm going to give you instructions for this card.  I made it for my dad for Father's Day.

This card was made with the June MWExpress Kit.  The design is easily adaptable for Christmas cards.  You could even tuck a gift card inside.  So, here are the steps:

1.  First, cut a piece of 12x12 Cardstock to 6.5 inches by 12 inches.

2.  Score the paper at 1 3/4 inches, and 7 inches.

3.  Fold on the score lines.  I used a border punch to add a decorative edge to the small flap.

4.  Embellish the front.  I used a piece of cardstock cut at 4x6 inches.  I used a stamp from Hero Arts, Ranger Distress Inks (Faded Jeans), and Perfect Pearls for the embossing resist technique on the cardstock. 

5.  Add a border strip and some buttons to the corner. 

6.  Close up your card with some coordinating ribbon.

This really is a simple, quick card to make.

Also, I'm offering a prize for those of you who subscribe or follow my blog.  So, just sign up by entering your email address into the feedburner tab, or follow in your blogreader.  Leave a comment letting me know that you signed up.  If you are already a follower, leave a comment and let me know as well, because you are eligible too.  In fact, I'm feeling generous.  One new subscriber/follower will win this kit, and one "already subscriber/follower"  will win too.  So, be sure to leave a comment.  This contest is open to everyone, including international visitors.

   

Now, don't forget to visit the Memory Works Blog.  The design team comes up with wonderful, inspiring projects. 

Simple Stories is the exclusive line from Memory Works.  I love this kit.  New designs are going to be available soon...In August!!  So go here to keep up to date with the latest happenings. 

Here is the complete bloglist, incase you missed one.  And DON'T forget to go back to Sue's Blog after this for a chance at a second prize.  She has some lovely ones, she's been such a busy elf. 

Sue

Liz

Wendy

Lynn

Sharon

Noelle

Shelley

Rosann

Jenn

Maryann

Luisa

Lisa

Me

Thanks for stopping by.  I'm glad you came.  Enjoy your 4th of July Weekend.