by Jo-Anne Rogers | Aug 28, 2025 | Gallery, Handmade Cards, Tips and Tricks, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
Ever sit down to make a card and end up staring at your supplies, completely stuck? That’s where a classic layout for a thank you card swoops in like a crafting superhero. A layout (also called a sketch) is simply the framework of your card. A really flexible... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Jan 31, 2025 | Gallery, Handmade Cards, Step-by-Step Paper Crafts to Make, Techniques & Tutorials, Tips and Tricks, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
News flash – this quick and easy card with a punch takes mere MINUTES to make! Punch one out with the Toadstool Gardens Designer Series Paper, free right now with a $75 order! You can practically make this card as you’re running out the door to the post... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Dec 15, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Tips and Tricks, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
If you’re stumped for thank you cards ideas and would love a free layout, you’ve come to the right place! While this sketch is quite simple, you’ll create a stunning card with just a little bit of crafting magic! The Art of Gratitude: Thank You Cards... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Nov 3, 2024 | Gallery, Handmade Cards, Step-by-Step Paper Crafts to Make, Techniques & Tutorials, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
News flash – this quick handmade winter card takes mere MINUTES to make! It’s a breeze to craft up with the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper, and a bit of cardstock and the measurements down below. Yes, YOU can look like a card making genius when you... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Oct 1, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Sketch'n Stamp, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
There’s lots to love about this fast card making sketch! You already know sketches can make your card making go super quickly. But when you combine a sketch with pre-made die cuts, you’ll be amazed how many designs you can pump out (if you have to!) in... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Sep 1, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Step-by-Step Paper Crafts to Make, Techniques & Tutorials, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
If you like colour and texture on your handmade cards, you’ll love this easy autumn card to stamp! And you know what’s even better? You can make this card in under 10 minutes! Because we all know… You often don’t have a lot of extra time to... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Jun 24, 2024 | Classes and Events, Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Paper Crafting Tool Tips, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
Sorry the Early Bird has now expired for this class. But you can still pick up this great class for just $40! Developing a “Clean & Simple Mindset” is the KEY to creating amazing, minimalist cards in less time, and learning this mindset is only available in my... by Jo-Anne Rogers | May 19, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Step-by-Step Paper Crafts to Make, Techniques & Tutorials, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
Who needs to make complicated cards when you can make this clean and simple card for Fathers Day?! The key is bold images and crisp colour contrasts! And although this is a Father’s Day card, just change up the greeting and it can work for an anytime card for... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Apr 8, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Sketch'n Stamp, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
If you’re ever stumped for card ideas, keep reading to learn how to use a layout for card making! And you won’t be stumped again! Find out exactly how to copy this layout in all your own card making by scrolling down to the bottom for hints and tips. The... by Jo-Anne Rogers | Apr 5, 2024 | Gallery, Get More From Your Tools, Handmade Cards, Step-by-Step Paper Crafts to Make, Techniques & Tutorials, What Makes a Great Handmade Card?
There’s nothing quite so sweet to send a friend than an adorable spring card! Simple, clean, and sure to make her smile! And after all. isn’t that what making cards is all about? Connecting with friends with a paper hug in the mail? No matter how...
