Ok so lets get started you should have come here from the lovely Alison. If not and you happened here by mistakes or as one of my fabulous followers you need to start here. Here is the Card I created using the Elf Boy Manga Stamp.
Now I know those Seasoned Crafters among know this is a Joy Fold Card - Impressive but incredibly simple to create and will be a really Wow with anyone who receives it.
Recipe:
Cardstock: A4 Green Card and a piece of Red Card
Designer Paper: Craft Creations Christmas Papers in Red and Green.
Stamped Image: Elf Boy - Sugar Nellie available at Funky Kits.
Sentiment: Best Yet - from Stampin' Up
Ink: Memento - necessary for Promarkers
Colouring Medium: Promarkers
Tools: Cutter, Scorer, Adhesive, small hole punch.
Embellishment: Ribbon, a charm and a brad
This was the Sketch I created, be kind its the first one I have drawn myself!
This sketch and style of card card can be used all year round, I'll be showing more through the week so make sure you pop by.
Want to know how to make it Here is the Instructions.
1. Cut Green card to measure 29.6cm by 15cm and Score the 29.6cm side at 10cm - having the spine on the left.
2. Then cut the red Designer Paper to measure 14cm by 18.5cm and stick to the inside of the card base.
3. Cut another piece of red Designer Paper to 14cm by 9cm and stick to the front section of the card base.
4. Cut a piece of red cardstock to measure 21cm by 12cm and score the 21cm side at 10.5cm - having the spine on the right.
5. Adhere this card centrally onto the inside of the green card base making sure to stick the end of the long piece of ribbon underneath - this ribbon then goes around the back of the card - stick down if necessary.
6. Cut a piece of green Designer Paper to measure 11cm by 9.5cm and stick to the front of the red card.
7. Mat and layer your image to fit the front of the red card making sure to stick the shorter piece of ribbon underneath.
8. Tie the ribbon in a bow,
9. Add a sentiment,
10. Finally embellish as required.
Hope you liked, have a go at using this sketch and recipe and see what you come up with - remember - its not just for Christmas!!!
Hugs Sarah B X
This is such a great card, love all the festive colours.
ReplyDeleteHugs Sonia xx
Simply adorable Sarah must try this fold again. Love your colouring. Have a super day. Hugs Ali x
ReplyDeleteThis is just so stunning!! Thanks for sharing, will definately try it out. Sugar Nellie have such talented designers. Lotsa luv xxxx
ReplyDeleteThis card is beautiful. Thankyou for showing us how to make it! Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx
ReplyDeleteStunning and vibrant card Sarah, love it. Thanks for the instructions.
ReplyDeleteLuv B xxxx
Fabulous card and terrific insatructions. Love your recipe.
ReplyDeleteMarion
what a gorgeous way to make a card, i love all the bp's you have used they are lush! the image is beautifully coloured- what a fab card! x
ReplyDeleteFabulous card love the image the colours are stunning
ReplyDeleteAnne xx
A real Christmascard with the green/red colors. Love the manga.
ReplyDeletexx Anuita
It looks brilliant! Thanks for the tutorial. Susie x
ReplyDeleteAdorable Card Sarah, thanks for the instruction, thin I will have a go myself now. Love your sketch BTW.
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Sarah
Fab joy fold card...thanks for sharing I MUST try one of these! The new image is so cute and coloured beautifully! bx
ReplyDeleteStunning card and do love the fold and design,your colouring is perfect.x
ReplyDeleteYour card is gorgeous Sarah. Love the traditional colours and a great tutorial!
ReplyDeleteClairex
Gorgeous card.
ReplyDeleteI love it.
Hi sarah
ReplyDeletelove your card
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Sandra(craftynan)
Hi Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI just bought this image, he's so adorable. I must get busy with him! I love your card, it looks fabulous, your use of colour is fantastic.
Hugs,
Andie xx
Fab card and thanks for the tutorial have to say I've never made one so might have a go if I get chance but as its hubby's birthday today , and I've sneaked away for 10 mins doubt it will be till son is back at school next week.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah. This is absolutely gorgeous. Love your colours and what a great tutorial. Thank you. Donna
ReplyDeleteHe is a cutie! Beautifully coloured and love the style of card. I've never made this type of card before. Lainy xx
ReplyDeleteLovely card and I love this type of fold. Will be making some of these very soon. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDenise xx
hiya hun
ReplyDeletewhat an gorgeous card
the image is so cute, just love it
thanks for giving us the recipe
hugs angelique
Hi there Sarah! Thanks for sharing your fantastic card! I love the shape and the vibrant colours. The wee elf is such a cutie! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Michelle
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Hi Sarah, what a brilliant card. Love the new image and your colouring is awesome. Great instructions. Hugs, Denise x
ReplyDeleteI've been meaning to get my head round one of these Joy Fold cards so thanks for a lovely incentive. Love your colouring - you've really brought him to life & he''s utterly Christmassy. Thanks for working so hard to give a lot of pleasure all the year through with your blogging.
ReplyDeletePaula (PEP)
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This is just fabulous, it gets me in the Christmas mood.
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Tanya
beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteFi
Wow girl this is just beautiful. Had a blast doing the hop. Hugs
ReplyDeleteThis is fabulous! Great coloring too!
ReplyDeleteYour card and this new manga image have transported me back in time to when I was a little girl and my Mum put pixies that looked just like this one on our Christmas tree. Thank you for bringing back those lovely memories for me! Its a fab card and a great design and a really helpful tutorial! I'm off to hop now. Warmest wishes, Lesley
ReplyDeleteit certainly has the wow factor alright
ReplyDeletelong time no see Sarah, have missed ogling your fantastic creations
Debz
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this is beautiful and i think your sketch is great you should do lots more xx
ReplyDeleteLovely Christmassy card.....cute little charm too!
ReplyDeletex
Your sketch is great and the card is very cute!! I love this stamp BTW.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah, Beautiful colors on a fab card!1 I love all of the folds. Great coloring too!!
ReplyDeletehugs, Janiel
Hi Sarah
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous card,
Hugs Dianne xx
This is so gorgeous, Sarah! I've never tried this type of folding before, it looks amazing, must try it sometime. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeletewow! love the elfs colors - getting the xmas feeling here :)
ReplyDeleteLovely card Sarah. Love the traditional colours. Debs xx
ReplyDeleteGreat card and tutorial Sarah. Love the elf stamp too. Hugs Christine x
ReplyDeleteGreat card, will have to have a go at this.
ReplyDeleteJo
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Stunning card with fantastic shading.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! Wonderful sketch, and I just love your combo of papers on this!
ReplyDeletewow this is great, thanks for the info and inspiration, hugs Liz xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely card and a wonderful tutorial - Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove this beautiful bold card!
ReplyDeleteI adore the manga images!!! Your coloring is beautiful!
Thanks for sharing!
Fab card Sarah. I've never tried a Joy Fold card, (looks too complicated for my brain to work out!)and it looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAmazing colouring!
Love Elaine xx
Great card as usual Sarah! I love the joy fold type cards and this is perfectly done!!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Dena
This is fabulous, a great sketch! I love your traditional colors and they are sooo bright and beautiful too!
ReplyDeletexxAutumn
This is so beautiful. I love the layout and your choice of papers. The image is really cute.
ReplyDeleteNeat card! Thanks for the step-by-step directions.
ReplyDeleteJennifer
Awesome!!! I love it, very traditional with the crisp colours of red and green, cute little guy.
ReplyDeleteGreat job. Sandra, London, Ontario, Canada
Brilliant card, love the bright colours and the fancy fold.
ReplyDeleteNicki, x
Brilliant Sarah, you have done a great job with this cute wee elf. Thanks for taking the time to show off the card and inspire so many.
ReplyDeletehuge thanks
karen
This is wonderful and I really appreciate the directions on making it! Thank you for inspiring me and teaching me also. Love your card!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous work Sarah! Love the style of the card... must try to do it someday. :) Beautiful coloring on the manga Santa too. :) Off to hop hop hop...
ReplyDeleteMissed the hop on Saturday but just wanted to pop on and say wow love your work and the elf stamp is fabulous....oh and the school bag too. Thanks for sharing. x
ReplyDeleteFabulous card Sarah i really love that elf stamps and you coloured him just perfect.
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Trish (-:
Gorgeous card sarah :-) The image is adorable and I love the traditional colours you used ,, fab sketch too !! :-)
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Lols x x x
Hi Sarh thanks for the fab tutorial think I might not quite have got it right but thought I'd show you my effort, anyway.
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