Like snowflakes, no two of my cards are alike. Oh, a lot are
similar with the same attributes, sentiments and papers– But each card I make
is individual and unique. Not sure why this is…I guess it helps me use my
supply and not get upset if I run out of a certain item.  I just substitute something else and go on my
crafty little way. In order to keep my card ideas flowing, I often use a BASIC
RECIPE.  I am going to share this secret
with you.

For my FIRECRACKER cards I used the following recipe:

• one line of paper
  (Basic Grey Boxer line)

• one color cardstock
  (Bazzil Kraft)

• the same
  embellishments (buttons and tickets)

• coordinating ribbons
  (May Arts solid two tone ribbon in two sizes and a solid/stitched center
  ribbon.  Bittersweet AF38 and Navy Royal
  Blue AF03 light blue/black BT94.)

• same simple card
  design

*I
am calling these FIRECRACKER cards because the 3 ribbons together looked to me
a little like a firecracker.I started
with one ribbon—looked good.

A second ribbon was added…oooh.  Looked FESTIVE!!!

With three to get your FIRECRACKER!

*Add envelopes and tie with a ticket tag, and
BANG!  A festive set of cards–For the next July BBQ you already have
the perfect hostess gift.

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Blog Posted By: Leah Farrar-White