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Inside Out

Hi Everyone! Today on the Penny Black blog all of the designers are are sharing cards that are finished on the outside AND the inside. I often don't finished my cards on the inside expect during the holidays. Its fun to throw in a longer sentiment or add a giftcard holder or both.


I started the outside of the card with a fun Penny Black Mimi stamp layered on a simple scene that was cut out with Nestabilities Labels 8. I added a cork scalloped border, buttons, string and machine stitching to add a little bit of fun and interest.


On the inside I repeated the same Labels 8 die cut and added a Christmas sentiment. I thought it would be fun to tuck in a gift card. To ensure a perfect snug fit I placed the card on the back of the label using it as a guide to lay down my tape. I left about a 1/4 inch between the card and the tape on each side so it would easily move in and out but wouldn't fall out.

I plan on making a similar card with THIS stamp and using them for my son's preschool teachers this year.

Stamps: Gift of Giving, Joy Hope

Comments

Alice saidā€¦
this is so sweet, Ashley. love the gift card holder inside. superb design!
Barb saidā€¦
Just an adorable card, Ashley! I love your beautiful coloring!
Ayana Posadas saidā€¦
This card is too cute!
Absolutely adorable!
Elizabeth Allan saidā€¦
Wonderful design Ashley. A very special gift idea!
Tiffany Ervin saidā€¦
Beautiful! I love this little girl pulling her sled of goodies! Fabulous card! I normally don't like to do much on the inside, I think by the time I'm finished with the outside of the card, I'm just too tired..lol.
Anonymous saidā€¦
so sweet, ashley!!
donna mikasa saidā€¦
Saw this on the PB blog--love how the gift card is held in place and your coloring is awesome!

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