|
|
Post by joblackford on Nov 21, 2019 19:57:09 GMT
I've been seeing a few people making cards to fit #10 envelopes (I'm pretty sure that's the standard business size envelopes, right?). It's a different format and canvas that I haven't tried, but I'm thinking of some stamps I have that might fit better onto that size than the standard A2. I'm also tempted to get this Christmas card cut file and pop a photo strip inside this year: shop.loriwhitlock.com/no-10-aspen-tree-cardinal-card/Does anyone love making these tall/long cards? Do you make your own envelopes for them or send them in standard business envelopes? Are there any blog posts or discussions you've seen about this trend you could recommend? |
|
|
|
Post by gale w on Nov 22, 2019 3:42:09 GMT
I haven't made any but I love the look and how they fit into regular envelopes.
|
|
|
|
Post by grammadee on Nov 22, 2019 4:28:29 GMT
I make them sometimes. 4x9" cards fit in standard business envelopes. I like that one with the trees and birds, joblackford. I don't have a die that long so would have to use a cut file. |
|
GiantsFan
Prolific Pea
Posts: 8,282
Site Supporter
Jun 27, 2014 14:44:56 GMT
|
Post by GiantsFan on Nov 22, 2019 15:53:27 GMT
I like to receive them, but I'm not a fan of making them. There's just too much area to fill. LOL! I can barely fill an A2 card.
|
|
Roxana
Shy Member
Posts: 20
Apr 25, 2019 19:23:28 GMT
|
Post by Roxana on Nov 22, 2019 21:04:06 GMT
I like them and I have enjoyed making a few! The ones I've made are usually with a scene that has too many objects to fit in an A2 size card. You can fit a lot more on those. So that's something to think about. When I started making some I would go check out Nicky Noo cards blog because she has the dimensions and also some pretty cards. I think she makes them a lot.
|
|
|
|
Post by joblackford on Nov 23, 2019 3:14:12 GMT
I like them and I have enjoyed making a few! The ones I've made are usually with a scene that has too many objects to fit in an A2 size card. You can fit a lot more on those. So that's something to think about. When I started making some I would go check out Nicky Noo cards blog because she has the dimensions and also some pretty cards. I think she makes them a lot. Thank you! That's exactly the kind of info I was looking for! (in case other people are curious nickynoocards.blogspot.com/search/label/Slimline ) She has great examples and instructions and as I was reading I had an idea for a specific card that I am going to try to make. I had 4 Doodlebug Christmas stocking die cuts laid on in two rows on a card (not stuck down yet) and just realized they would make much more visual sense strung in a line across a slimline card! So I'm going to give it a go. I definitely run out of space sometimes because I love big die cuts. But it looks like even with smaller images these cards can be pretty fun. I might even be able to fit sentiments on the front of some cards if I try this size  |
|
|
|
Post by riversong1963 on Nov 23, 2019 14:54:24 GMT
I've used them to make name or word cards for birthdays. When a name or word is too long for a standard card, this size is really handy.
|
|
|
|
Post by cmpeter on Nov 24, 2019 0:44:32 GMT
Thank you for sharing the link to Niky's blog...love her work! Definitely want to try some slimline cards.
|
|
GiantsFan
Prolific Pea
Posts: 8,282
Site Supporter
Jun 27, 2014 14:44:56 GMT
|
Post by GiantsFan on Nov 24, 2019 15:46:18 GMT
I like them and I have enjoyed making a few! The ones I've made are usually with a scene that has too many objects to fit in an A2 size card. You can fit a lot more on those. So that's something to think about. When I started making some I would go check out Nicky Noo cards blog because she has the dimensions and also some pretty cards. I think she makes them a lot. Thank you! That's exactly the kind of info I was looking for! (in case other people are curious nickynoocards.blogspot.com/search/label/Slimline ) She has great examples and instructions and as I was reading I had an idea for a specific card that I am going to try to make. I had 4 Doodlebug Christmas stocking die cuts laid on in two rows on a card (not stuck down yet) and just realized they would make much more visual sense strung in a line across a slimline card! So I'm going to give it a go. I definitely run out of space sometimes because I love big die cuts. But it looks like even with smaller images these cards can be pretty fun. I might even be able to fit sentiments on the front of some cards if I try this size Thanks for the link. I love her examples. |
|
|
|
Post by AngieandSnoopy on Nov 30, 2019 16:58:39 GMT
I have made them in the past. One because it fit a Sizzix Decorated strip that had lake, mountains and moon scene. Another was to use the very long QuicKutz street lamp. I just used reguloar business envelope, was happy to not buy special envelope!
|
|
scrapnnana
Drama Llama
Posts: 6,114 
Member is Online
|
Post by scrapnnana on Dec 2, 2019 13:45:41 GMT
I’m not sure if I have ever made any, but I like the idea.
|
|
|
|
Post by gale w on Dec 3, 2019 5:41:10 GMT
I like them and I have enjoyed making a few! The ones I've made are usually with a scene that has too many objects to fit in an A2 size card. You can fit a lot more on those. So that's something to think about. When I started making some I would go check out Nicky Noo cards blog because she has the dimensions and also some pretty cards. I think she makes them a lot. Is she a pea? I have been following her on instagram for ages and I feel like I got the link here. Anyway I just placed my first order at hello bluebird thanks to her enabling inspiration. |
|
|
|
Post by marg on Dec 27, 2019 14:11:19 GMT
Nicky Noo's cards are awesome! I finally checked out her blog, and now I'm inspired to make slimline cards for my Christmas cards next year - I've decided to start on my cards in January because I'm tired of scrambling at the last minute every year, lol.
I like the Hello Bluebird stamps but they always look like they copied Lawn Fawn, so I have trouble buying from them. Still, their stuff is cute, I'll look at their website and see if I still feel that way once I see their entire line of products.
|
|
nicolep
Drama Llama
Posts: 7,080
|
Post by nicolep on Dec 27, 2019 15:57:26 GMT
I'm late to this thread but yes! I have several from some of the older A Beautiful Mess card kits and they're some of my favorite cards! They are really fun to make too! I made this one for my SO a few years ago when he turned 30. (A 75% lift from a card that inspired me online)  |
|
|
|
Post by gale w on Dec 27, 2019 17:35:58 GMT
Nicky Noo's cards are awesome! I finally checked out her blog, and now I'm inspired to make slimline cards for my Christmas cards next year - I've decided to start on my cards in January because I'm tired of scrambling at the last minute every year, lol. I like the Hello Bluebird stamps but they always look like they copied Lawn Fawn, so I have trouble buying from them. Still, their stuff is cute, I'll look at their website and see if I still feel that way once I see their entire line of products. My Favorite Things as well. And for a long time, I resisted. But when I saw a matching die set for a stamp set I own at mft for $33 😲 I decided to give Hello Bluebird a try. The die set was no bigger than some of their others that were way less and it seems like most of their dies are priced higher than other companies. |
|
|
|
Post by joblackford on Dec 27, 2019 18:54:20 GMT
I'm late to this thread but yes! I have several from some of the older A Beautiful Mess card kits and they're some of my favorite cards! They are really fun to make too! I made this one for my SO a few years ago when he turned 30. (A 75% lift from a card that inspired me online) Wow, that's such a neat card!! And a perfect use of the wide space. I love it  One of the reasons I'm interested in slimline cards is to use stamps that don't fit well on A2 cards, like the 3 cat selfie stamps I have that would make a really cute photostrip, but are too tall once they're all put together. I'm excited to play around with some of the stamps I have that might work. The slimline Xmas card I sent out to family ( Lori Whitlock shop) seemed to be a big hit, perhaps partly because the size stood out from the rest. |
|
nicolep
Drama Llama
Posts: 7,080
|
Post by nicolep on Dec 27, 2019 19:33:12 GMT
I'm late to this thread but yes! I have several from some of the older A Beautiful Mess card kits and they're some of my favorite cards! They are really fun to make too! I made this one for my SO a few years ago when he turned 30. (A 75% lift from a card that inspired me online) Wow, that's such a neat card!! And a perfect use of the wide space. I love it One of the reasons I'm interested in slimline cards is to use stamps that don't fit well on A2 cards, like the 3 cat selfie stamps I have that would make a really cute photostrip, but are too tall once they're all put together. I'm excited to play around with some of the stamps I have that might work. The slimline Xmas card I sent out to family ( Lori Whitlock shop) seemed to be a big hit, perhaps partly because the size stood out from the rest. Thanks joblackford and I loved the trees/birds cards you made! So pretty and the die definitely is a statement die. I have a birch tree die from MFT but it's just a standard size. I like the taller one much better! |
|
|
|
Post by marg on Dec 28, 2019 13:52:14 GMT
The slimline Xmas card I sent out to family ( Lori Whitlock shop) seemed to be a big hit, perhaps partly because the size stood out from the rest. That's a great card, I can see why it was a big hit, it's very eye-catching. They are really fun to make too! I made this one for my SO a few years ago when he turned 30. (A 75% lift from a card that inspired me online) That's such a fun card! The size is perfect for a milestone birthday. My Favorite Things as well. And for a long time, I resisted. But when I saw a matching die set for a stamp set I own at mft for $33 😲 I decided to give Hello Bluebird a try. The die set was no bigger than some of their others that were way less and it seems like most of their dies are priced higher than other companies. Yes, MFT as well, thank you. But I agree with you - Hello Bluebird's prices are so much better than either MFT or LF. I really like HB's design team and I'm getting very inspired by their blog. Their shipping to Canada is also reasonable ($5 over $75). I may be talking myself into this... |
|
|
|
Post by anniefb on Dec 29, 2019 16:51:13 GMT
I generally only make A2 cards but love the look of the slimline cards on Nicky's blog. Might have to give them a go!
|
|
scrappermcg
Junior Member
Posts: 88
|
Post by scrappermcg on Dec 31, 2019 20:58:58 GMT
 This post inspired me to make a long card...I made New Year cards |
|
|
|
Post by marg on Jan 1, 2020 1:01:36 GMT
This post inspired me to make a long card...I made New Year cards I love your card! How many of them did you make? So nice to send those out to family and friends! |
|
|
|
Post by joblackford on Jan 1, 2020 16:03:07 GMT
This post inspired me to make a long card...I made New Year cards Oh, that’s awesome! Perfect |
|
|
|
Post by anniefb on Jan 1, 2020 20:57:08 GMT
|
|
azcrafty
Pearl Clutcher
Posts: 2,757
Jun 28, 2019 20:24:21 GMT
|
Post by azcrafty on Jan 3, 2020 3:21:22 GMT
Cool card @scrapermcg
|
|
azcrafty
Pearl Clutcher
Posts: 2,757
Jun 28, 2019 20:24:21 GMT
|
Post by azcrafty on Jan 3, 2020 3:21:45 GMT
|
|
nicolep
Drama Llama
Posts: 7,080
|
Post by nicolep on Jan 4, 2020 15:12:05 GMT
|
|
scrappermcg
Junior Member
Posts: 88
|
Post by scrappermcg on Jan 4, 2020 19:39:51 GMT
This post inspired me to make a long card...I made New Year cards I love your card! How many of them did you make? So nice to send those out to family and friends! Thanks I made 30 they were simple...I end up buying envelopes from Amazon (had a top flap). It was nice to do something different. With the extra envelopes, I'll be making more cards this size. Thanks everyone for the compliments. |
|
|
|
Post by riversong1963 on Jan 7, 2020 18:42:08 GMT
SSS just posted a video by Yana Smakula that illustrates this type of card. I think her card is really cute, and you could easily adapt it for other occasions. Unisex Valentine's Day Card |
|
|
|
Post by marg on Jan 7, 2020 21:27:53 GMT
I love your card! How many of them did you make? So nice to send those out to family and friends! Thanks I made 30 they were simple...I end up buying envelopes from Amazon (had a top flap). It was nice to do something different. With the extra envelopes, I'll be making more cards this size. Thanks everyone for the compliments. I love the idea of a top flap envelope for a card this size, I'm going to have to check those out. |
|
