Today I am sharing a couple of shaker cards that I made a few weeks ago and have been waiting for the moment to share them. The moment has come because I saw this months prompt at A Place to Start was to create a shaker card. This is perfect as, for some reason, it has been a while since I visited this lovely challenge. I hope I am making up for that with my 2 entries this month.
1.
I made this card for my daughters birthday in June. I actually used my Scan n Cut (it has been a bit unloved recently) with a cut file from Love SVG.
This card turned out to be a bit of a challenge and it evolved as I made it when things didn't go right, I expect that sounds familiar. The card base is 7x5, so I adjusted the size of the cut to fit and also cut it in pearlescent vellum because I wanted a shimmery soft look to it. My problem arose because the edges are narrow and I had to lift it up in order to create the shaker element. This was compounded by the fact that my background is alcohol ink on yupo paper, which doesn't react well with glue. Anyway, I got round it by using thin foam strips. Once I had figured it all out I was quite pleased with the finished card. I am sorry that the photos don't show the shimmer of the vellum and the pearlescent ink used in the background. I also added some red foil to the background while it was still wet, which you can just see in the close -up.
2.
I made my second shaker for my granddaughters 8th birthday in July.
The with love circle die is by Crafters Companion and I inked it with versamark and heat embossed with clear embossing powder to get the shine. I gave it several layers of embossing and did the same with the doily and the 8. That central medallion actually wobbles around as it is mounted over a hole with foam pads. I actually used a piece of patterned paper behind the shaker, despite having quite a large collection of papers, I don't often use them on my cards.
I haven't yet learned how to stop the contents of shaker cards getting stuck round the edges. Does anyone have an answer to that? I would love to know.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog today, I really appreciate it.
Hilary
xx
14 comments:
Both cards are super! I love shakercards and the one for your granddaughter is gorgeous! I don't know an answer on your question. I have the same problem with the material and the edges...
Both beautiful shaker cards love the one for your grandaughter.If you have one of those little anti static bags used for embossing )or use talc/cornflower)just wipe it round the edges to remove the sticky that might help.Shaker card tutorials always look so easy but when I make them everything that can go wrong does and I have another one to make for a DT next month too lol,
Carol x
So glad you could join us at A Place To Start and hope you will join us again
Carol DT x
Both cards are gorgeous, Hilary! I do not know which card I love more! I am sure your daughter and granddaughter love their cards! Kisses!
LOVE these and the fact you used your scan n cut, great machine isn't it. I would love to get the first file you have with the heart, and how cool is the shaker in them all....great cards. xx
shaker cards are always fun, I love the two you made. I'm sure your Daughter and Grand daughter will love them :)
Two gorgeous cards the first one with that amazing Alcohol Ink background is especially gorgeous. x
Fabulous shaker cards, Hilary! The alcohol inked background is gorgeous with the lovely leaves on top! The second card is so perfect for a little girl! I like having the shakers stick to the sides a bit. We can always see them!
Great job persevering! Fabulous cards. Am especially loving the first shaker. The overlay the ai backpanel and the shaker style all make for one super festive birthday card.
Cute shaker cards. [Bunny]
Your first card is stunning, I like the combination!! Great job!!!
Both of your shaker creations are gorgeous! I love the creative use of the die and that beautiful background! Thanks for "shaking" things up with your lovely response to our challenge at A Place To Start!
Hugz,
Chana Malkah, Owner
Both of your cards are fabulous. I especially like the first one with the blue and purple. I love shaker cards, they always look festive.
I haven't made a shaker in ages, but you're making me want to, Hilary! Sweet card for your granddaughter & absolutely gorgeous card for your daughter--so worth your efforts!
Stunning shaker cards and so creative and fun Hilary. Yes I like the contents getting stuck around the edges too x.
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