How to Create Romantic Theme Cards for Valentine's Day, Weddings and Anniversaries

 I have romantic yet simple card layouts for you today in two sizes, 4-1/4 x 5-1/2 and Note Card Size 3-1/2 x 5" If you New Years resolution is to make more cards this year then you'll like this post!

Colors: So Saffron, Highland Heather, Blushing Bride, Balmy Blue, Pool Party

I am working with the Love & Happiness Bundle from the new January to June 2022 Mini Catalog from Stampin' Up! If you are new here or are looking for a demonstrator, I would love the chance to work with you! If you need a catalog do not hesitate to reach out to me! This is the perfect time to shop!

Before I jump into the tutorial there are a few things I want to direct your attention to...

I am having a FREE online class on January 18, 2022 and also on February 1, 2022!

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The replay for the first class (also using the Love & Happiness Bundle) is available on YouTube! See my previous post for the link.

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Sale-a-Bration 2022 runs from January 4 - February 28, 2022. When you spend $50.00 before tax or $100.00 (before tax) you can earn Free products from the Sale-a-Bration brochure.

PLUS, I HAVE AN ORDERING SPECIAL

That's right! Double dip when you spend $50.00... you'll earn that Sale-a-Bration reward from Stampin' Up! and you can get 4 free card kits, a PDF Tutorial from me and a little goodie from January 4-10, 2022! Shop with Host Code: https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=YAHKGWQV

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Let's talk about making these cards...

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE THESE CARDS:

• Love & Happiness Bundle (Low Inventory ALERT)
• Link to Bundle with Host Code: https://www.stampinup.com/products/love-happiness-bundle-english?hostcode=YAHKGWQV
• Basic White Cardstock
• Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper
• Water Painters (The Large One)
• So Saffron Re-Inker/ Ink
• Balmy Blue Re-Inker/ Ink
• Pool Party Re-Inker/ Ink
• Blushing Bride Re-Inker/ Ink
• Highland Heather Re-Inker/ Ink
• So Marbelous 6 x6 Designer Series Paper
• Adhesive
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
• Paper Trimmer
• Stitched Rectangle Dies

HOW-TO:

• Cut card base and score
• Cut stitched rectangles out of watercolor paper
• Emboss the stitched rectangles so the heart is at the center of rectangle
• Place several drops of desired color (Balmy Blue) on a clear block, add a generous amount of water
• Take the largest water painter brush and get the bristles nice and saturated before you start to add the Balmy Blue
• In large sweeping motion, repeat adding the watercolor over the entire embossed rectangle
• Once you are happy with the look set aside to dry
• Once completely dry, take your die cut heart (large or small depending on card size - I made one of each) and cut the heart out of the center of the stitched rectangle
• Cut Simply Marbelous Designer Series Paper in the coordinating shade (Balmy Blue) I chose the "Marble" side but there is also a "Satin" side to this double sided paper
• Cut the DSP (Designer Series Paper) so it is not showing. Glue panel to back of stitched rectangle
• Stamp your sentiment along the bottom of the card at center and then glue your stitched rectangle to card base above the sentiment

I chose to keep this card very simple. No embellishments or ribbon. The embossing and watercolor wash look is the special touch for this card.

These are ideal for mailing. No extra postage should be required.

I love how easily duplicatable these are in every color! If you enjoy making card layouts in every color of the rainbow or in every color in Stampin' Up!'s collections, then this is a great card layout for you! I adore these in the Subtles Collection colors and it really got me excited for upcoming Easter themes as well.

CRAFTY TIP!

If you want to emboss the large heart frame (from the die) into the piece where the small heart is cut out at the center then try this tip.

1. Place Large Heart Die FACE DOWN (cut side to plate)
2. Place the Small Heart Die in the center of large heart (cut side up)
3. Place your watercolor embossed rectangle (the smaller die cut rectangle) face down so that the heart lines up with the large heart die. This is the opposite of how we usually cut so you won't be able to see the dies when you cover it with the paper.
4. Place die cutting plate down and run through Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
5. The small heart will be cut and the large heart will have only embossed!

It's a simple but lovely detail that will set your cards apart! Your recipient (or recipients if a couple getting married) will LOVE it! They will feel really special receiving this card from the heart handmade from you!

Close up of the large heart die only embossed (and not cut out)

BEFORE YOU GO - SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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I hope you enjoyed today's video and tutorial!

Happy Crafting!

Melinda