Monday, June 23, 2014

Purse Thank You Card and Something New

My son and his fiancee recently gave me a beautiful purse and so I was extremely excited to create the perfect thank you note.  I immediately thought of the old Sizzix die that I have used many, many times in the past.  It was easy work to die cut the card from  printed two-sided cardstock (my scrap piece was big enough for two).  I added a button, little flowers and a Heiko sticker (maybe available at BFC or Celebrations).  Note: I buy little bags of buttons wherever I see a good bargain because you never know when you will find just the RIGHT one for that special project.
This is one of my long time favorite dies but I only noticed while making this card that this die is actually for making a mini journal.  The die also cuts the inner pages for the journal....cute ya?
Anyway this side-view show the space between the front and back which is meant to accommodate the pages. (The die actually makes the folds! I never noticed that.)
I thought this little paper purse could be used to hold a post-it note pad.  Velcro tabs form the closure.

Notice the perfect little button I found in Japan.  I think it is made from Fimo clay.

I made a custom envelope using the envelope punch (Ben Franklin Crafts) because the purse is an odd size and I like the look of a translucent parchment envelope.  I was thrilled to discover (hahaha! finally realize) what this old die can do.  Next, I will have to finally make a purse journal as shown on the die box.  LOL!

6 comments:

  1. wow this is just the cutest.. so fun and sure to bring a smile..

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  2. Oh wow Lynn. This purse card is totally perfect for your son and his fiancee. I sure love the DP you used too. So pretty! Thanks for your sweet comment on my last post to. Have a super crafty day/eve.

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  3. Pretty papers for this cute purse... love buttons too, they always come in handy.

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  4. Ohhh! Super cute purse Lynn. The details are lovely. Your son & his fiancee are lucky to have a crafty wiz in the ohana. I bet they will love it.
    Thank you for always leaving me sweet messages too. They make me smile and I appreciate it.
    BTW, congratulations to your husband on the award. I loved the picture of you both I saw on Joy's instagram. You two looked terrific!! ^.^
    Have a great week!
    xoxo

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  5. Very cute creation using that fun die! Love the sentiment on the second purse and those buttons add the perfect finishing touch!

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  6. so pretty! this looks like a great die, perfect for all occasions!

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