Today I am sharing a quick-and-easy notecard I made and sent to a handful of people who’ve been really good to me lately. If you’ve been really good to me lately, then yours just might be on its way to you right now. 🙂 I’m also sharing a quick video with a few tips to help you out when you want to mail out a handful of cards. You’re welcome.
Here’s the notecard:
Tips, Tricks and Reminders
- A Grateful Background. I used My Digital Studio (MDS) to create this background with the For All Things download. After realizing how well these words fit together (my non-MDS card is shared a little later in this post), I thought it would be nice to crank out a few with the help of MDS. I cropped the leaf with the Autumn Accents Bigz Die and added a cute Gold Basic Metal Button.
- Inspiration. I searched the internet for days to find an inspiration for this little notecard before I came across a wonderful blog called www.stampwithbrian.com. This guy’s a real hoot – you should check him out sometime. If you don’t follow this blog every day, you should (just add your email in the right-hand column of this post)! I CASEd this card from him that is created with stamps and paper (no MDS) – click on the picture to see his original post:
- Button Addition. I would probably use glue dots to adhere small, plastic buttons to a card front, but these metallic buttons are a bit heavier. Who wants to receive a card that’s bare on the front and comes with a loose button? I added Sticky Strip to the backs of these buttons and want to believe they are on there for good. If yours arrived buttonless, please let me know ASAP. 🙂
And now for the video I promised. I think you’ll like these quick-and-easy tips and tricks:
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Stamp Sets: For All Things (My Digital Studio) Papers: Crumb Cake Notecard, Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, Old Olive Inks: Crumb Cake (in My Digital Studio) Accessories: Autumn Accents Bigz Die, Gold Basic Metal Buttons, Linen Thread
Thanks for stopping by today!
Brian
I know that guy you referred to; he is a hoot! And thanks or the tip on the envelope sealer. You just madey Christmas card sealing days that much easier. Thanks for the timely tip!
You know what I love about this? It’s the “duh” factor. Like, DUH, how did I not figure this out sooner? I HATE licking envelopes and I am prissy, so I don’t use sponges either since my hands get wet. 🙂 And the copy paper slip to get the card in easily???? OK, this is great stuff. Thanks for the great tips!
You’re too funny! I follow that crazy guys blog too, isn’t he great? Love your cards today. Happy Stampin ‘!
Good basic tips ! These kind of hints and ideas are so helpful . Brian`s Basics !
Something else you slipped by that I forgot about …. To do the front of your card then fold it ! I noticed you did that ….see how observant I am ?
I like this card today . I am beginning to really want some of those gold buttons too .
That one adds a glint of shine and does not look too bulky for mailing . TFS…
Now why didn’t I think of that? Thanks, Brian!
No more dry sticky tongue syndrome. I will most definitely check this Brian guy’s blog and youtube channel. Might be someone I will consider following. LOL I always enjoy your tips and videos……Thank You! Oh by the way, woke up to a blanket of snow this morning in Ohio. Too early for me.
Oh Brian – I am so glad to hear you follow that funny guy’s blog. Not only is he funny but he is uber creative and has a smile that lights up a room. All of his followers look forward to his videos and if we are away (not all of us have laptops or smart phones) we suffer from BW (Brian Withdrawal). It’s a pretty serious condition that can take weeks to recover from! I think this card is wonderful – simple yet poignant. Just fabulous, as always.
Brian, your video was a good giggle for me this morning! The old Aqua Painter-as-an-envelope-sealer-trick! (said in my best Maxwell Smart voice) Why didn’t I think of that???? As usual, TFS.
Good to know tips, Brian. Thanks so much!
Oh, I wish I would have seen this tip 2 weeks ago when I mailed out 1,300 letters for my office!!! My taste buds will never be the same! Brilliant!!! Thanks Brian!
Ok, the Aqua Painter tip – GENIUS!!! Thanks for sharing!
Awww, BRIAN… Your so sweet and cute !!! Thank you soo mush for that tip,
I need one of those , yep thanks on my next order , I think I’ll give my hubby one , so when he makes up the Bills he don’t have to lick!!! He’s a old school boy , he still licks !! Lol !!
Thanks again my friend ,
Love and hugs ,
Ps, I bet your having fun with Max !!!!!
Hugs to u 2 , Frenche
Love your videos, Brian. Great tips and you inspired me toward MDS.
I agree, another “Duh” moment! I noticed you had a button on the card – any quick tips on how to mail them? I usually fold them wrong side out and include a small piece of the bubble wrap on the button part. I am sure there are better ways. Or, have you addressed this and I missed this?
Awesome tip to load our embellished cards in the envelope with no troubles, I always struggle to do that, sometimes I opt to turn the card inside out jut to get it inside. Gosh, why didn’t I think of that? Hmm.. maybe because I’m not Brian King!!!
Thank you so much for the video with this great tips.
Enjoy your weekend.
You’re a genius. Now, why didn’t I think of that idea to use my aqua painter to seal envelopes. I love your “hint” videos. I always learn something new.
Just found your web site. Thanks for the tips for the envelope.