This is a bundle I didn't really notice in the new catalog, and I've looked through the catalog so many times since I first got it in March! I wanted to make this video to especially showcase the versatility of the dies - they make three sizes of pockets. Of course, they can be used with the stamp set, but work with so many other sets too. At this time of year, there are lots of graduations and weddings, so using the middle sized pocket for cards that can hold gift cards, cash or checks is perfect. Of course, we can use gift cards all year long for birthdays, celebrations, Christmas and other holidays. The other two sizes are also fun and I wanted to show you some cards to inspire you to give this bundle a try.
One of the things I learned from making my samples is that pockets made with DSP are a bit easier than cardstock. While cardstock works perfectly well, the thinner patterned paper just creases a little better and the pocket lies flatter on your card. Another thing I found is that I really liked it when I could find three sentiments that worked well together - one for the card front, one for the inside of the pocket and one more for the inside of the card. For that reason, I loved using Hooray for Surprises.
Here are the measurements I recommend as a guide for the inside pocket pieces:
- 3-1/2" x 4-3/4"
- 2-1/4" x 3-1/4"
- 1-1/4" x 2"
These are just starting points and your pieces can be slightly different, depending on how you want the pocket to appear. I like a little wiggle room, so I've left a little more space width-wise. Also, if you use another die to slip into the pocket, your dimensions will be slightly different.
Gather your supplies:- Cardstock: Petunia Pop 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"; Basic White (2) 4" x 5-1/4", 2-1/4" x 2-1/2", 1-1/4" x 2-1/16", 3/4" x 4"; Thoughtful Journey DSP 1-1/4" x 2-1/16"
- Stamp Bundle: Pocket Thoughts
- Stamp Set: Labeled with Love
- Dies: Perennial Postage
- Ink: Petunia Pop, Bubble Bath, Granny Apple Green, Memento Black
- Embossing Folder: Distressed Tile 3D
- Ribbon: Petunia Pop Bordered Ribbon 6", Baker's Twine Essentials (White) 8"
- Embellishment: Iridescent Pearls
- Adhesive and Tools
Begin by cutting out the smallest pocket in Basic White and the postage die in the DSP. Stamp the leaves in Granny Apple Green on the pocket with the stems going below the score line. Add the flowers in Bubble Bath. Stamp the sentiment on the piece of DSP with Black ink, then mat it with the small Basic White rectangle. Fold along the score lines of the pocket and set these pieces aside. FYI - here's the
link for how I changed my Memento ink pad.
Stamp Happy Birthday in Petunia Pop ink onto the large Basic White panel. This needs to be about 1-1/4" from the bottom and 1/2" from the left side. Then do partial embossing of this panel on both the top and bottom. As I show in the
video, place the panel into the embossing folder so that the bottom is just above the sentiment (the panel will stick out of the embossing folder). Flip the panel around and repeat for the bottom of the panel. The result will be a smooth portion where the sentiment is and texture everywhere else. Adhere this to card base of Petunia Pop (which you've folded in half and creased with the bone folder).
Adhere the pocket to the right of the sentiment. I used glue on this sample, but I also used Tear & Tape, which does a great job too. Use the hole die to make the opening on the inside pocket piece. Thread the Petunia Pop ribbon through the hole and use the Baker's Twine to tie a bow as I demonstrate. Tuck this into the pocket.
Emboss the strip of Basic White and adhere it to the bottom of the other Basic White panel. Stamp your sentiment and add this to the inside of the card. For the envelope, stamp more flowers/leaves in the lower left corner.
For my next card, I used the medium sized pocket and used two of them. The Bright & Beautiful DSP is a great complement to the stamps in the Pocket Thoughts. I tucked a message into one pocket and a gift card into the other. I don't think I've ever made a pocket card with more than one pocket before and I think it's a fun twist!
My next one is a graduation card for my great nephew. I stamped the diploma and colored it with blends before fussy cutting it. The sentiment is from Filled with Fun and the paper is the Regals 6" x 6" DSP (Blueberry Bushel). This is the perfect way to tuck in a little bit of cash.
Switching over to the largest pocket, I wanted to use the stamps in the Pocket Thoughts a differently. Instead of making wedding rings, I used the two stamps to make a background pattern all over the pocket. I chose Summer Splash and Azure Afternoon. As I mentioned earlier, the Hooray for Suprises is a great set to use for three coordinating sentiments. It also has the word Pull, which I like for the inside piece. I used the In-Color Glimmer paper to really jazz up the pocket, the inside piece and the envelope.
For this next card, I used Thoughtful Designs Specialty DSP for the pocket and the pull tab for the inside panel. I used the Flowering Zinnias for the background piece and fussy cut flowers. I stamped the images from Simply Zinnia on the inside of the card, envelope and pocket interior and used Petal Pink and Melon Mambo inks.
My last card card is not a card that opens at all! It's a quarter sheet of Thick Basic White, which I covered in a panel of Regals 6" DSP (Old Olive). I used the Cheerful Daisies Bundle for the flowers and leaves cut or stamped in Daffodil Delight, Crushed Curry and Old Olive. The middle of the flowers are colored with the Pecan Pie Stampin' Blend. The sentiments are from Hooray for Surprises (I told you I loved this one!) and the embellishments are the Iridescent Foil Gems.
So take a look at page 62 in the catalog to see this bundle you may have skimmed over. I think you'll agree with me that the pockets will be useful for so many gift giving occasions!
Karen
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