I cannot find my notes as to where I saw this card recently. It was called a Tuxedo Card by the one I saw. This is a card I have made previously but without the little extra section on the inside. It is great when we can take an older layout and revamp it.
The ribbon layer pulls out to be a bookmark or to simply reveal an additional message or gift card. But wait….there is more!
There is also an inside of the card. And it has a special little spot for whatever you want to add. I would place a gift card here I believe.
Designer Series Paper
This card is simple to create and is perfect to showcase fun patterns from DSP. All of the DSP used is from the Hobby Haven Designer Series Paper. The inside triangle is the reverse of one of the front pieces. This paper has generic patterns on one side and various hobbies on the opposite. I chose the books. But there is sewing, self care, cooking, gardening, etc.
To create the triangles, I finally had a “light bulb moment”! In trying to cut the paper so I had the books orientated properly for where that piece would go. I turned the square several times. Then the light bulb went off. So make note if you are like me and get confused: If you want the piece to fit in the Bottom Left corner, as I did here, then you cut from the Top Left to bottom right. That is so simple, but took me forever to sink in. Duh!! LOL!!!
Stamps and Dies Bundle
The Creative Haven Bundle has great sentiments with fun shapes that fit each one. I love the Deep Breath and the long oval that it fits. Everyone could use that thought occasionally. And I thought it paired well with the books as that is my relax and unwind method.
Paper and Ink
A color I seem to not focus on is Coastal Cabana. So I was thrilled when it was a part of this DSP and seemed to highlight the rest of the colors better than some of the others. Since it is paired with Basic White mostly, it is a bright card.
The stamping is all done using Lost Lagoon Ink. This is , to me anyway, a darker version of Coastal Cabana. This card could be made with any colors of cardstock and DSP to fit an occasion. And I am always looking for new ways to share a gift card.
Measurements
The card begins with a standard side fold A2 card measuring 5 1/2 X 8 1/2, scored at 4 1/4. There is a White layer on the front of the card measuring 4 X 5 1/4. For the pull out card you need a layer cut to 3 X 4, with a White layer at 2 7/8 X 3 7/8. There is an additional White layer on the inside that measures 4 X 5 1/4. The DSP is 3 3/4 X 3 3/4 that are cut on the diagonal. You will need three triangles it you add the inside pocket as I did. All of the triangles are only adhered along the outside and bottom edge with liquid glue and close to the edge so as not to impede the paper being slid inside. *Remember my light bulb moment if you have a directional paper.
Extras
The two extras for today are simple. One is the White Frayed Ribbon, which sadly is retired. I apologize as I did not realize that when I used it. But I am sure you have some white ribbon on hand. And the bling is the Delightful Decorative Dots. They are wonderful and low profile.
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