Friendship Calling Card Folio

 

Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  The February Ribbon Club Assortment has such pretty purple ribbons!  And this Light Orchid Diamond Satin ribbon is the perfect adornment for this pretty purple card! 

Purple can be a hard shade to match.  So I added lots of different shades to the front of this card.  A bit of Gold Metallic String tucked into the bow cluster makes the gold foil elements in the paper really pop.

I also  love to find ways to use ribbon inside my cards.  Light Orchid Swiss Dots Satin serves as a pretty closure for this flap page.  Simply attach the ribbon to the back side of the page using Scor-Tape before you glue it down to the card base. 

I hid a pocket behind the flap, then tucked in a purply tea bag. 

Then I tucked a little bookmark and some treats in the bottom pocket for a sweet finish.

How do you feel about purple? I find I really enjoy working with various shades of purple...especially when I can add such lovely ribbons to the mix!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Lavender Bouquet Pop-Up Card

 

Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  If you've had a chance to play with the February Ribbon Club Assortment, then you know that they are a breath of springtime!  What fun to break out my spring papers, flowers and embellishments to show off these beautiful ribbons!

Layered ribbon borders add so much wonderful texture, color and pattern to a handmade card.  I used the Light Orchid Diamond Satin Ribbon and the Purple and Green Plaid Print Satin to make a sweet border at the base of this card.  Bonnie carries Scor-Tape in several widths in her shop.  That's the easiest way I've found to add a ribbon border.  Cut the ribbon a little longer than the width of your card.  Then wrap it around to the back side of the panel for a nice, neat edge.

Lime Juice Delicate Stitched Satin Ribbon is the perfect shade of green for springtime cards.  And it ties the most beautiful bows!  

TIP:  Dress up a hinge clip with a snippet of Grape Swiss Dots Satin Ribbon.  Simply tie a square knot, and your clip is ready to party!

It's always exciting to open up a pop up card.  This one  has a pretty scene made with fussy cuts from the paper collection. 

The pocket on the bottom holds an accordion fold folio tied with more of that pretty Key Lime Delicate Stitched Satin.  I think I might need a whole spool of this lovely ribbon!

This month's Ribbon Club is extra gorgeous, and has inspired me to dig out my spring papers.  It's such a treat to create with such delicate colors and images in the middle of winter.  

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Beloved Pet Bereavement Card

Hello, Friends!  Sometimes, life is sad.  And when someone loves a beloved pet, it's nice to let them know that you care.  This Pet Bereavement Card is the perfect way to do that.  I've adorned it with a gorgeous Blue, Ivory and Gold Plaid Ribbon from the February Ribbon Club Assortment.  It's the perfect pairing for this Authentique Purebred collection.

This poufy triple loop bow was easy to tie, thanks to my Zutter Bow-it-All Tool.  Once I'd tied the bow, I simply added a bit of hot glue beneath my flower clusters.  Then I used the tips of my scissors to push the knot into the hot adhesive.  You will need to hold it in place for a second or two.  Then you can just "fluff the bow" by inserting your fingers inside the loop and poufing them out again. 

Painted wood embellishments and gentle distressing lend a wonderful vintage vibe to this card design.

Here's a peek at the inside. 

I hope you never have to use this card idea, but if you do...it will mean so much to the recipient!

Thanks for stopping by!
Cheerio,
kathy

The Best Ship is Friendship

Hello, Friends!  Have you had a chance to play with the scrumptious ribbons in the February Ribbon Club yet?  I am so loving this Blue and Brown Ribbon Mix because it's great for masculine and feminine cards alike.  Today's card features 3 ribbons from the club assortment: Light Navy Taffeta, Tan Delicate Stitched Satin, and Blue and Brown Chevron Stripe Grosgrain.  They work so well with this Voyager Collection from Authentique paper!

I've used one of my favorite quick ribbon tricks to create a textured border on the left hand side of the card.  To do this, simply lay down a line of 1/2" Scor-Tape on your card layer before you adhere it to the base.  Cut the tape and the ribbon about 1" longer than the area you are trying to cover.  Burnish the ribbon onto the Scor-Tape, then wrap the ends around the back side of the card to create a really neat and tidy ribbon border.  I did the same thing with the chevron stripe ribbon, but used 1/4" Scor-Tape instead.  A loopy Gold Metallic String bow adds a touch of elegance to the bow cluster. 

Here's a peek at the inside.  

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Vintage Purple Roses Tri-Fold Folio with Tips and Tricks

Hello, Ribbon Lovers!  I've had so much fun playing with the Purple and Green Mix Ribbon Club Assortment this month!  The colors, patterns and textures have really brightened up my winter landscape.  I was thrilled to discover that the purple ribbons are a great playmate for my Heartfelt Creations Butterfly Medley papers.  So I worked them up into this shabby chic Vintage Purple Roses Tri-Fold Folio.

The folio measures 5" x 7" with half inch spines.  I used gorgeous  5/8" Hyacinth Satin Ribbon with a Grosgrain Edge to create a ribbon closure for the album.   My bow cluster is made with the 5/8" Hyacinth Satin Swirl Ribbon topped off with some Gold Metallic String and a button from my stash.  And of course I used my Bow it All  to tie those beautiful bows! 

The purple roses and the butterfly are both stamped onto patterned paper and cut with the matching dies.  Did you know that Ultra Violet is one of Pantone's Colors for 2018?  So this Ribbon Club Mix is right on trend!

The folio base is three strips of 11" x 7" heavy lavender cardstock joined together with 1/2" Scor-Tape.  After joining the cardstock strips together, I scored at 5" and again at 5.5", repeating this pattern all the way down the long side.

The folio is filled with flaps, folds, flips, pockets and tags.

Although the folio is not very big, it has room for loads of photos, thanks to this little waterfall feature.

I thought you might enjoy seeing how all the mechanisms work, so I created this YouTube video tour with lots of tips and tricks that you can use to make your own version of this fun little folio.  I hope you enjoy!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Valentine Coffee Anyone?

It's Teresa here on this amazing Tuesday morning to share with you something fun that I did with a customizable hot beverage mug.  I found this at a local store and thought how fun this would be to customize the inside for Valentines.  I did them at the store once with neat coffee and hot chocolate designs but today I used fun Valentine papers with lace and ribbons to decorate it.

 The papers I used are from a Valentine paper pad by K & Co and the ribbons are from the
Monthly Kit Club Assortment this month called Love is in the air.  And just a bit of pink gingham ribbon that I had in my RRR stash for this month.  I adore all these pinks and reds.... they are just gorgeous!

 To make this project you will need to get one of these hot beverage mugs that you can change the liners with.  Inside of the mug there is a pattern that you can use to cut your paper with.  Then all you have to do is decorate the piece and slide it back inside the mug.  I cut one piece with the red heart paper and then I cut another for the band in the center and glued it down.  Then I measured out 2 pieces of lace to fit and glued those on both ends.  To finish it, I tied cute bows with both the pink satin ribbon and the pink check ribbon and attached them onto the handle.  Inside I am going to put some pink tissue with candy and a gift card for Starbucks.  How is that for a fun gift for Valentines?

Here is a close up of the inside of the mug.  I love these because they are quick and easy to make.
Thanks so much for stopping over and if you have any questions be sure and leave one for me and I would be happy to answer back to help any way I can.  Have a really nice day.....

Pennant Banner by Jenn Cochran

Welcome to Really Reasonable Ribbon!  Jenn here today with a tutorial on how to make a Pennant Banner like the one on my card for the current challenge here at RRR.  Grab your ribbon and your flatiron (yes the one for your hair!) and get ready to make some banners!!!

Thanks for visiting!  

Jenn

Supplies:

RRR-February Ribbon Club

Sentiment: Some Odd Girl