[Dianedi]

 are you able to post pictures with your instructions for those of us who are a little on the slow side

I'm having a little trouble getting some of my images to load, but they will all be included with the instructions after the class.

[touchalife]

 Okay thanks.  It is always nice to be able to go back after the class and "review"  it again.  you guys are awesome!

[Dianedi]

 first dumb question of the day.............. can i cut a plain card with my machine? a card that is blank?  

You sure can! For the blank cards though, I think it is almost quicker to use a papertrimmer.

I just got the new Wild Cards cartridge, but I haven't tried it yet!

[Dianedi]

Next, You want to use your Stretch Your Imagination cartridge, go to page 81 in the manual. Using green patterned paper, cut skinny scalloped card frame at 5.5".  This will be the center of your card!

[mommahobbit]

 papertrimmer here i come ty

[Dianedi]

Finally!!!!!! LOL. Here is the image as you should have it cut out. The cartridge will just cut out the outside frame.

Next, you'll need to cut a piece of white cardstock to 3"x5.25" and adhere behind green scalloped frame.

[Dianedi]

 Next,you'll be cutting out your sleigh using whichever cartridge you may have! I picked the christmas solutions cartridge because the sleigh was a bit more ornate at the bottom!

Using ivory ledger paper , green paper, and  Christmas Solutions cartridge, cut out sleigh in ivory with accessories in green at 5.5". The sleigh is shown on the top line of the cartridge. (No manual is included for this cartridge) 

[Hudson]

 I just ordered this cartridge - was supposed to be here today, but mail hasn't arrived yet.  Love that card.

[Dianedi]

 The last part of the card is to add all of the fun accessories to jazz it up!

• I've used a present stamp and then cut out the image. I added some gold glitter to the frame and then adhered it just tucked behind the sleigh.
• I've stamped a sentiment for "Season's Greetings", added gold glitter around the edges, and then added with foam tape to the left side of the sleigh.
• I added pearl gems to the left and right side of the sleigh.
• I added a ribbon just above the sentiment and attached it using mini glue dots!
• You can use whatever you have in your stash to add to the card! (Rub-on's, die-cut embellishments, jewels or stamps!)
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[ABMommy2]

 So simple.....it looked a lot harder!!  Thanks Diane!!!

[LoveMyBella]

Hey Di!

[touchalife]

 Awesome - thank you, did you use the expression machine or the regular one

[Dianedi]

 Does anyone have any questions?

You'll be able to reference the article for all of the step by step instructions with photos. My computer is just fighting with me right now! LOL.

[Dianedi]

 Awesome - thank you, did you use the expression machine or the regular one

I have the Expression machine!

[craftyfool]

 TOOOO Cute!  I love the little details.

[KatiePooh]

 I really like this.  Can't wait to get my stuff out and make it.  Thanks so much for the cute idea.

[mommahobbit]

 very simple  yet very nice tyvm

[Dianedi]

 Here is the 2nd card I had planned on showing step by step instructions for! I think I'll just post them with the article since I'm having some issues! For this one, I've used the Joys of the Season and Storybook Cartridges!

[Dianedi]

 So simple.....it looked a lot harder!!  Thanks Diane!!!

Layering elements on your cards adds so much depth and tricks you into thinking they take longer than they really do! LOL.

[touchalife]

 I have those cartridges! do you make your own envelopes? If so what type of paper do you use and what cartridge, i thought i saw envelopes somewhere don't remember where