Cards – Creative Memories Blog

Hatch a Plan to Create These Easter Scrapbook Projects

Posted on April 2, 2021 by Creative Memories

Easter — decorative eggs, candy galore (iconic marshmallow chicks or cream-filled eggs, anyone?), church services, fresh flowers, clothes of pastel perfection — it’s all happening this weekend! To help with the Easter egg-citement, we’ve compiled a roundup of layouts, mini-baskets, cards and more that will even make Peter Cottontail hop down the bunny trail with scrapbooking glee! So, after you load up your Easter baskets, fill up on these Easter scrapbook projects — they’re sure to make some-bunny’s day!

Express Divine Designs With These DIY Faith Cards

Posted on March 29, 2021March 29, 2021 by Karyn McDermaid-Rolfe

Cards can be a kind and blessed way to share your heart with close friends and loved ones. And when DIY cards also feature glorious elements from the Keep the Faith collection, it’s sure to raise the recipient’s spirit even more! Blog contributor Karyn McDermaid-Rolfe was inspired to create simple, yet stunning cards that gracefully highlight the Keep the Faith Variety Mat Pack and Layered Embellishments — and plenty of pure beauty definitely shines through! (Psst, they would also make for elegant Easter cards!) Take a glimpse at these DIY faith cards and give them a go!

Send Out Worthwhile Style With These DIY Card Ideas

Posted on March 26, 2021March 25, 2021 by Creative Memories

Cards — while perhaps just simple pieces of paper and a bit of writing, there’s so much meaning behind a card made by hand, for someone was thinking of you, wishing you well or they just wanted to thank you for being you! The thought and care that goes into a handmade card is quite special. Blog contributor Tina Kistinger was in the good old-fashioned (and super creative!) cardmaking mood, and decided to take charge of a couple DIY card ideas that flaunt the gorgeous hues of the Emerald Gemstone collection and classic-looking style of the Alphabet Stamp Kit System! Who would you send these cards to?

Wing It On With These Dragonfly Scrapbook Projects

Posted on March 10, 2021March 10, 2021 by melissaullmann

Whether perched upon a cattail or performing aerial aerobics above a lake or pond, dragonflies are a sure sign of springtime and summer. And while these fluttering, transparent-winged beings are some of the world’s oldest insects (estimated to have inhabited around 300 million years ago!) this insect has swarmed onto the CM scene as one latest punches to take your projects to new heights — it’s the Dragonfly Punch! Curious to what dragonfly scrapbook projects and DIY dragonfly card we have line up for you today?

Add a Taste of the Tropics With These Pineapple Scrapbook Projects

Posted on March 4, 2021March 4, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

A prickly, diamond-shaped facade, leaves standing so tall they’re basically wearing a crown, a juicy sweetness that transports you to a beachy state of mind… it’s the humble pineapple (or shall we say, fineapple)! Pineapples surely bring on those warm-weather wonders and vacation vibes, and if you want to add a tropical twist to your layouts and projects, then it’s only fitting to add the Pineapple Punch to your toolbox! Plus, when you pair it with the Boho Escape collection, an oasis of awesome is right at your fingertips. See for yourself with these pineapple scrapbook projects below!

These Natural Scrapbook Projects Are Endlessly Exquisite

Posted on February 24, 2021February 24, 2021 by melissaullmann

There’s no need to sift through the rough to find the diamond that is the Emerald Gemstone collection! This collection is filled with many solid sensations, crystal-clear winners and true treasures! Plus, when you add the Gemstone Chain Border Maker Cartridge into the mix, you’ll uncover a whole world of creative possibilities and bedazzling borders to polish off your projects! Enjoy these absolute gems and find your next natural scrapbook projects below!

Sprinkle in Sweetness With These Cake Scrapbook Projects

Posted on February 5, 2021February 3, 2021 by Krislyn Mattei

When you’re creating and designing a layout, experienced crafters know that a good-looking border is the icing on the cake. And with the new Cake Border Punch, you’re in for some extra sweet surprises that will light up your layouts! Get ready, for today’s blog features three cake scrapbook borders and a DIY birthday card to whisk in innovative ideas for your next layout or project! (P.S. They’re all a piece of cake to make!!

Send Your Adoration With This Gorgeous DIY Valentine’s Day Card

Posted on February 4, 2021February 3, 2021 by Creative Memories

Roses are red, violets are blue. Here’s a sweet card that’s just for you! There’s something about homemade items that means just a little bit more, especially when it comes to cards — the time you took to design it, write in it and send it off to friends and family near and far makes for a heartfelt reminder of your love and appreciation. Blog contributor Tina Kistinger knows the value of a handmade card, and this year, she used the Heart to Heart Border Punch to craft a gorgeous DIY Valentine’s Day card. Take a look below, give it a go and send it off to those you know!

Send Your Heart Aflutter With These Valentine’s Day Scrapbook Projects

Posted on January 25, 2021January 25, 2021 by melissaullmann

Did you know that roughly 145 million Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged each year, making that mid-February day the second most popular occasion of the year for giving cards? (Now that’s a lot of love!) Here’s something else to boost those sweet sentiments — two borders and a card to surely give your tummy butterflies and make your heart pitter-patter! Check them out below and say “be mine” to their beauty!

Oh “Deer” — Christmas Is Here With These Reindeer Scrapbook Projects

Posted on October 15, 2020October 15, 2020 by Krislyn Mattei

We all know Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen (and don’t forget Rudolph!), but which reindeer do you like best? Can’t decide? Why not create some reindeer scrapbook borders and a DIY reindeer card while you mull it over?