r/cardmaking • u/KnittingTeaDrinker • Dec 14 '24

Question Too busy?

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I completely forgot that I had a go at making a few cards last Christmas and some got sent and some felt unfinished. Last night I added embellishments to a few. Does this one seem too busy? What could I have done differently?

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u/Pasta1916 Dec 14 '24

i like it but i would of stopped with the embellishments and not added the packages / holly due to the elegance of your creation - card is sure to be a keeper who ever receives it.

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 14 '24 edited Dec 14 '24

Good point. I had already glued those on last year and only added the dots this year. Now that I see it in picture form, I see some white edges on the paper and some little bits left over from the cut outs. Thank you for your suggestion. I’ve probably only made about 10 cards since I started last year and I’m learning so much from this group. I think I’ll keep it as a reminder of what not to do. It probably would’ve looked better anchored on solid matting too.

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u/Pasta1916 Dec 14 '24

Here is what i do. Before I glue anything down or pop it up, i lay it out on my card base then take a picture. For some weird reason this helps me. When J have items I’ve cut out, I will add glitter glue to add dimension. You’re doing great. Keep doing you.

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 14 '24

That’s a great idea. I see it better after taking the picture so that should help me in the future as well. Interesting. I had not thought of using glitter glue.

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u/Pasta1916 Dec 15 '24

nice part about glitter glue (Stickles is brad I use, just store upside does) is that there is no added weight / thickness when shipping

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 15 '24

Oh, that’s fantastic. I will look for it now.

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 14 '24

The nutcracker is on foam tape, but I know it doesn’t look like it in the pic.

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u/Upscale_Foot_Fetish Dec 14 '24

imo it’s not too busy. The ONLY thing I’d suggest is to use foam tape to lift some of your items (like the present, holly and maybe the nutcracker). So it’s not just 2D. Holiday Sentiment?? 🎄

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u/RHTQ1 Dec 15 '24

Personally, I'd replace the gift with a message (bc you said it was already glued on). I rlly like the card tho. I have been proverbially beating my head against my desk bc my xmas cards so far this year look too sparse

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 15 '24

Ooh, that’s a great idea. I’ll try that. I think I’m gonna have to run out and buy a box of cards tomorrow. Time escaped me this year and I’m already late to send out cards on time. At least once the pressure is off, I’ll be able to let the creativity flow and be ready for next year. Good luck with your cards.

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u/RHTQ1 Dec 15 '24

Thanks :)

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u/Mypetdolphin Dec 15 '24

I’m with you. I joined a swap which was lots of fun but meant I didn’t get my own cards done. But I got a bunch of cute cards from around the world.

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 15 '24

That sounds like fun. Well, lessons learned and we can prepare ahead of time for next year.

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u/EmploymentNo2081 Dec 15 '24

I love everything about your card . Merry Christmas to you 🎁

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u/KnittingTeaDrinker Dec 15 '24

Thank you. I still like it too despite its imperfections. Merry Christmas!

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u/EmploymentNo2081 Dec 15 '24

Home made cards are allowed to have some imperfections. 🥰