You can do this...
I like making Thanksgiving cards. Not the tradition "Happy Turkey Day" kind of cards, but rather cards that express something about the recipient that makes me feel truly grateful. Melanie's new "Just so Sporty" set is going to help make that job a lot easier.
There is one Thanksgiving card that everyone should make. And that is a card to someone who is serving in the military. Is there a job in the world that is tougher? I don't think so. I really appreciate all those who serve to protect me. And I appreciate their family's sacrifice too!
For this card, I purchased a piece of 12 X 12 paper from one of my local scrapbook stores called "Scrapbook Memories" here in Madison. I needed a piece of patterned paper in camouflage and they had just what I was looking for.
I stamped the sweatshirt on the camouflage paper and trimmed it out. Then, I stamped the "Thank U" greeting on the front. The background papers are from the Basic Grey "Archaic" 6 X 6 paper pack. The brads are Gina K. Designs "Zoo brads." I used some twine to give it a "roughin' it" feel.
The greeting "You're amazing" came from Rupa Shevde's "Whatever floats your boat."
I want to show you a trick on how to cut out the arm holes like you see above.
The trick is- don't. LOL! Try this instead.
I stamped the sweat shirt on camouflage paper and then I stamped it again on white paper. Instead of trying to cut inside the arm holes on the camouflage one, I cut out the white arms holes and taped (or glued) them on top of the camouflage ones.
See, you can't even tell! And it's so easy that way. Just cut them to match whatever background paper you are laying the sweat shirt on top of.
Here's a little challenge for you.
Make a list of a few of the people that help you through the year. Maybe it's your doctor or pharmacist who always takes a little extra time with you.
Maybe it's the daycare provider who is so patient and loving with your little ones.
Maybe it's your pastor who provides you with spiritual guidance.
Make each of them a card this year for Thanksgiving with a note about why you're thankful for them. I'm sure it will be more precious to them than you will ever know.
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Now, about my typeface. Most of you liked the new clean style but many of you wished it was a bit larger. I wouldn't want any of you to NOT be able to read my blog, so here it is! Sleek new font, next size up.
For those of you who said you liked it before, I truly appreciate your input as well. I guess I'm just in the mood for a little change.
Thank you so much for stopping by!
Have a great day.
Hugs,
Gina K.
There is one Thanksgiving card that everyone should make. And that is a card to someone who is serving in the military. Is there a job in the world that is tougher? I don't think so. I really appreciate all those who serve to protect me. And I appreciate their family's sacrifice too!
For this card, I purchased a piece of 12 X 12 paper from one of my local scrapbook stores called "Scrapbook Memories" here in Madison. I needed a piece of patterned paper in camouflage and they had just what I was looking for.
I stamped the sweatshirt on the camouflage paper and trimmed it out. Then, I stamped the "Thank U" greeting on the front. The background papers are from the Basic Grey "Archaic" 6 X 6 paper pack. The brads are Gina K. Designs "Zoo brads." I used some twine to give it a "roughin' it" feel.
The greeting "You're amazing" came from Rupa Shevde's "Whatever floats your boat."
I want to show you a trick on how to cut out the arm holes like you see above.
The trick is- don't. LOL! Try this instead.
I stamped the sweat shirt on camouflage paper and then I stamped it again on white paper. Instead of trying to cut inside the arm holes on the camouflage one, I cut out the white arms holes and taped (or glued) them on top of the camouflage ones.
See, you can't even tell! And it's so easy that way. Just cut them to match whatever background paper you are laying the sweat shirt on top of.
Here's a little challenge for you.
Make a list of a few of the people that help you through the year. Maybe it's your doctor or pharmacist who always takes a little extra time with you.
Maybe it's the daycare provider who is so patient and loving with your little ones.
Maybe it's your pastor who provides you with spiritual guidance.
Make each of them a card this year for Thanksgiving with a note about why you're thankful for them. I'm sure it will be more precious to them than you will ever know.
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Now, about my typeface. Most of you liked the new clean style but many of you wished it was a bit larger. I wouldn't want any of you to NOT be able to read my blog, so here it is! Sleek new font, next size up.
For those of you who said you liked it before, I truly appreciate your input as well. I guess I'm just in the mood for a little change.Thank you so much for stopping by!
Have a great day.
Hugs,
Gina K.
Thanks for the tip. I can do that I think..but first I need to save to get the stamps.
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Oh Wendi, I know you can make the card. You're a rock star stamper!
My title was regarding the challenge of making Thanksgiving cards for those you are thankful for.
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Great idea on both accounts. Thanks
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That is a great idea on how to use that stamp set!
I have to say that I usually do cut out little spaces like that with my little tool from fiskars. http://www.fiskarscrafts.com/tools/t_fingertip-craft-knife.aspx
IT really is easy to use and can be bought at Target.
Thanks for all that you do!
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What an excellent idea for a brand new 'tradition'!
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Thanks for the tip. And love the larger font. Love the idea on the Thanksgiving cards.
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Now isn't that a smart idea. I love when you give us tips, Gina. They are always so helpful!
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Love this Thanksgiving card idea, know several military people who will be getting thank you cards this year. Thanks for the idea and the new larger font.
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Thank you for providing the larger font. You are so thoughtful. Us golden girls need all the help we can get!
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That is such a GREAT idea! Thanks for the tip!
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Hi Gina! Thank you so much for thinking of our soldiers. As a veteran myself and military wife it means a lot to us when people take time to say a simple but so BIG thank you. I was a soldier, now a soldiers wife and mother of two and I think the toughest job in the military is not been a military wife but been a military "brat" as we call military kids. These little angels go through many moves, saying bye to their friends every 2-3 years and that is just a small part of it. God Bless our soldiers and their families! Thank you!
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very cool with the camo! my son would love that, I've used this paper before....I love how you did the twine!
I'd like to make my typeface bigger too, can't figure out how using blogspot...
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Great ideas both! Thank you.
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what a wonderful challenge. I always feel silly sending just "happy thanksgiving" cards but this is perfect. Thanks for the tip on the the arm holes too!
Happy day!
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Gina, you are such an ispiration. I love your card. It's funny you mention thanking those you help you out. Our Pastor just spoke about that this past Sunday morning. He was talking about maturity. And one of the signs of maturity being Affirmation (eg. thanking others for what they do for you). Thanks for the reminder. Since I'm getting some cool fall sets from your company (hopefully they will arrive soon), I must send out some THANKSgiving cards. Have a super blessed day!
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Love the bigger size Gina...my eyesight is poor so this helps Loads...can't wait to get my new stamps ...DD
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Great tips! If only I were so lucky to have those stamps!
Like the bigger font but for some reason it kind of glares at me
Or these new glasses just aren't working! LOL
Thanks Gina, you're a doll!
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Thank you so much for making the typeface larger!!! My eyes thank you,too.Very cool card . I'm loving the camo! What a great idea for our military members who serve to keep us free!
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Fantastic card! I love the camo - what a great idea.
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Awesome, thanks for the tip, my set should be arriving any day. Can't wait.
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What a great idea to cut the holes out of the background paper! And, I like your new larger font.
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Terrific card, so love all the papers and how clever are you with those arm holes, tfs!
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Wow! Gina you never cease to amaze me with your creativity and thinking "outside" the box!!! What a great idea on the arm cutouts and I will definitely be doing some thank you's this year for Thanksgiving, God only knows I have a ton of cards laying around
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Gina,
Your thoughtfulness towards our Military touched my heart as my son has been serving for over 10 years now. And I am also a Day Care Provider who sometimes feels like my job doesn't matter, I would love to get one of those Thank You Cards from my childrens parents, so thank you for putting that "Heads Up" out there. And I also have a Pastor whom I adore and have never thanked. If only I could get my hands on that Sweatshirt Stamp!!! LOL I appreciate all you do and again thank you for reminding others to Thank others, it is quite important. And I love the new look of your typeface, excellent choice.
Laurie H.
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Gina, Thank you for such an inspiring card! My husband is a Marine, my brother-in-law is a Marine and has served THREE times in Iraq! These troops need our support and to know we are thakful for them and the freedom they give us. I now know exactly what my Thanksgiving cards should be.
Have a Blessed day!
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Great idea, Gina, and love the larger typeface. These cards, using any set, would be great---how about for Veteran's Day, especially for those veterans in Veteran's Homes, assisted living, or nursing homes. What an added lift for them. I know my sons will be getting a card from me--both are career military, and retired veterans. I'm so glad to have them back from the "hot spots" around the world!!
Gail
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Gina,As always you amaze me. Love the card and the inspiration behind it. We all have people we are thankful for and we should take the time to let them know it. Love, love, love the tip! Thanks, Cheri
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Great card, Gina and a great idea to send "Thanks" cards to the many people in your life who make your life easier.
I think I need a lesson on how you cut your images so neatly! Your sweatshirt looks like it was stamped directly on the card your 'scissors skills' are perfect!!
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I also agree with your thanksgiving card. We have so many people in our lives to be thankful for. Thanks also for the underarm tip (that sounds funny) and for making your font larger. Darlene
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great challenge thanks for the reminder. Sometimes I call thanksgiving the forgotten holiday. It seems to be only about food, football and shopping and really hate that we forget to thank so many people in our lives
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Oh that is soooo cool!! I love those little cut outs!!
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Love the tip about the sweatshirt - I'll be sure top use it. Also, this type set is much better, easier to read!
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I like the new typeface, too. Very elegant.
My husband is in the Army Reserves (20 years in January!) and knows a lot of people who have served overseas or are currently doing so. Your card is lovely, and a very nice thing to do.
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Thanks so much for a great idea and another awesome tutorial!
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Thank you for the "thanks" card idea and and the inspiration you give all us. Love your card and also the larger font.
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A wonderful idea Gina! I know a couple of people who send Thanksgiving cards rather than Christmas cards.
My dh & I are part of a presenting team for Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME)weekends. Each year, WWME has World Priest Day to honor our pastor's vocation and say thank you. Our local WWME Community is planning on sending thank you cards to our local priests as well as pastors of other local churches - thanking them for heeding God's call to this vocation of ministry, and serving His flocks. WWME has weekends in many denominations - if anyone is interested they can check it out at www.wwme.org
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This is just the greatest idea! I love it the how to do it- Don't!!
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How clever. Who wudda thunk.....great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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I like how you used the twine.
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Great idea with the card. I also like the font today. I have to agree that bigger is better in this case. LOL
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Perfect size font and easy to read (even for the over 40 crowd)!
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I like the font Gina...matches your banner better
Kim
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