Saturday, October 25, 2014

Santa Express: We 'Washi' You a Merry Christmas

I know, I know... that wasn't a very clever title but I just couldn't resist! It's Melinda with you today and yes, it's time to drag out that washi tape again. I'm determined to make sure you put your rolls of tape to good use instead of having them collect dust from being overlooked. And what better way than to create fun Christmas cards that require very little planning and not a great deal of time. Perfect!


 Recipe:

1. First things first... cut/score/fold all your cards using white cardstock and measuring 4" x 5".
2. Layer your strips of washi tape to the front of each cards. I left a 3/4" margin at the top and bottom.


3. Turn the cards over and cut off your excess tape using a new blade on your craft knife.


4. Using more white card stock, cut a front panel for each of your cards measuring 3.5" x 4.5".
5. Cut your Christmas shape from each panel.
6. Decorate the front of each panel and then using foam pop dots adhere to the front of your cards.



You can create any shape you like but remember to keep it quite simple as the washi tape needs to be the main feature and you don't want to spend hours cutting out intricate details. Christmas cards need to be fun, simple and easy to make otherwise it's probably more cost effective with your time and money to use store bought cards... and where's the fun in that?

Ingredients:
- Sprinkles Shapes (Holly Berries)
- Doodles Cardstock Stickers (Merry Christmas - Lily White)
- Washi Tape (Sweethearts)
- Washi Tape (Santa Express)
- Washi Tape ( Candy Stripe assortment)

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32 comments:

  1. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:26 AM

    WOW wow WOW
    WONDERFUL Washi Tape cards Melinda!!!
    What a FABULOUS technique and GORGEOUS designs, LOVE your Washi-filled windows and white-on-white sentiments!!!
    I am TOTALLY INSPIRED - THANK YOU :)

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  2. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:42 AM

    I shared the Facebook post linking to Melinda's wonderful washi-filled cards :)
    https://www.facebook.com/tracy.moloney.71/posts/949639481731096

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  3. LyneOctober 25, 2014 at 5:46 AM

    What a fabulous idea!

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  4. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:51 AM

    I pinned the collage pic of Melinda's wonderful cards :)
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/247275835766223480/

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  5. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    I pinned the tutorial pic showing how Melinda layered the Washi Tape across the card base - I look forward to trying this fabulous technique real soon :)
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/247275835766223514/

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  6. Kathy SkouOctober 25, 2014 at 5:53 AM

    These are just fabulous Melinda!

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  7. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:54 AM

    I pinned the close-up pic of the round window card - so elegant & modern :)
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/247275835766223521/

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  8. TracyM #6773October 25, 2014 at 5:56 AM

    I pinned the close-up pic of the triangle window card - such an elegant design - I will definitely be looking out for a die to try this out real soon, I now have some round dies, so I look forward to trying it this weekend - THANKS AGAIN for the CREATIVE INSPIRATION Melinda :)
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/247275835766223529/

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  9. Tracey McNeelyOctober 25, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    Beautiful collection of cards! What a great use of washi!

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  10. UnknownOctober 25, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    I am soo inspired!! Thank you so much for this post.

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  11. NinaNOctober 25, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    I love these cards! I may just have to give this a try for my Christmas cards this year!

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  12. NinaNOctober 25, 2014 at 11:45 AM

    Pinned it!

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  13. Linsey ROctober 25, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    I happen to think it's totally clever and I washi you did too lol :) And I absolutely ADORE this fabulously festive washi tape card set you've come up with! What an amazing way to use washi tape and this is definitely something I'll be trying with some of my other tapes now!! You are not only clever with you puns, but also with your crafting and that adds up to a whole bunch of fun and inspiration for me!!! Thanks so much for a spectacular 2 weeks of showcasing ideas and creative inspiration for the delightful new Santa Express Christmas collection! I've enjoyed it so much! :)

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  14. Linsey ROctober 25, 2014 at 12:45 PM

    I pinned Melinda's delightful set of cards to my special Doodlebug Designs Christmas 2014 inspiration board here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/32228953559070404/

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  15. Amy C.October 25, 2014 at 1:11 PM

    What a clever idea and simple way to make lots of holiday cards. Love them!

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  16. Amy C.October 25, 2014 at 1:12 PM

    I pinned!
    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/26106872816469493/
    https://www.pinterest.com/pin/26106872816469502/

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  17. lyndaOctober 25, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    I clipped this idea - what a great one!

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  18. UnknownOctober 25, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    Dang, Melinda. I'm CASEing this for all of my Christmas cards. Easy, colorful, and fantastic!

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  19. cghundleyOctober 25, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    How pretty and
    really simple!
    Love it and
    washi rules!
    Carla from Utah

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  20. cghundleyOctober 25, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Pinned here:
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/52846995603065848/
    Carla from Utah

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  21. cghundleyOctober 25, 2014 at 3:35 PM

    Message left
    on FB also.
    Carla from Utah

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  22. Robin B.October 25, 2014 at 7:13 PM

    Super cute cards! I love the way the washi tape was used, thanks for the inspiration!

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  23. Robin B.October 25, 2014 at 7:14 PM

    I pinned.
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/486811040945800926/

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  24. Taunya ButlerOctober 25, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    These are incredible!! Love the idea and the ease of making these!! What fun it will be - I love playing with washi tape - especially Doodlebug's tapes!!!

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  25. irina-rybkaOctober 26, 2014 at 2:34 AM

    Класс!!

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  26. Melinda AKA medialadyOctober 26, 2014 at 6:14 AM

    These cards are so cute and awesome! I love the idea and plan to use it for some of my cards this year!

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  27. ValByDesign, ValerieOctober 26, 2014 at 6:32 AM

    AWESOME tutoririal, and use of Washi! I love it all!

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  28. Stacia BrandtOctober 26, 2014 at 7:06 AM

    These are super cute! What a great idea! I love it!

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  29. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateOctober 26, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    Fantastic idea. I need to "de-bulk" my cards because the postmaster general in my house aka my husband gripes about postage. Love this

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  30. Mendi YoshikawaOctober 26, 2014 at 11:27 AM

    Oh my goodness! These are gorgeous! Loving the white sentiments on the white background! :)

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  31. Joan SmithOctober 26, 2014 at 11:40 AM

    OMG Girl YIIKES talk about being super duper clever and creative WOWIE WOOZERS!!!
    You totally knocked my creative socks off.....You and your brilliant and genius Washi Tape ideas YOU so ROCK!!

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  32. Claudia M.October 26, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    Very clever idea, Melinda! Pinned: http://www.pinterest.com/memoryoftrees/doodlebug-design-santa-express/

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