Welcome Back!
I’ve got a bunch more pocket ideas brewing in my head, so many in fact that it’s hard to remain focused.  To kick today off with a bang I’ve changed up my color scheme (shocking isn’t it?).   I want to show you how to make cards where the pockets are the card. Think of these as modified library pockets.

This set of cards uses regular Hero Arts notecards. I’ve cut away the top portion (about 2 1/2″) and sealed up the sides and bottom. These are so easy and perfect for birthday party invitations, Valentines, baby announcements or any occasion. Very FUN!

Here’s how the card looks after cutting away the top portion.  I’ve also used a punch to round the top corners.

With a little stamping, some gorgeous paper and pearl accents the pocket card is transformed.

Supplies:

• Pool Notecards
• Blossom Notecards
• French Country
• ClearDesign Scallop Borders
• Light Green Accent Pearls
• Art Flowers White and Cream
• Soft Pool Ink
• Soft Blossom Ink
• Other: Basic Grey Urban Prairie paper, white color pencil, sewing supplies and ribbon

Add elements that go above the pocket line.

Supplies:

• Summer Notecards
• ClearDesign Happy Birthday To You
• Birthday Frame and Messages
• Memories Black Dye Ink
• Versamark
• White Embossing Powder
• Card Buttons Summer
• Diamond Stickles
• Other: Color Pencils, ribbon, embossing folder, black string and thread

A quick Valentines is simple with a scallop edge, beautiful heart and some bling! Feels great to be back to my comfort colors! :o)

Supplies:

• Kraft Notecards
• ClearDesign Hug and Hearts
• ClearDesign Scallop Borders
• DesgnBlock Outline Flowers
• Old Paper Distress Ink
• Walnut Stain Distress Ink
• Memories White Ink
• Olive Gemstones
• Light Green Accent Pearls
• Art Flowers Meadow
• Other: Basic Grey paper, ribbon and button, Scenic Route paper, string, and sewing supplies

I hope today’s cards give you some ideas for my Pocket challenge.  I’ll be back tomorrow with more ideas for you plus a video.

Enjoy!

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