Q's Creative Cards: Life of the Party Cards

Here's your chance to be the life of the party... with a card!  These cards are just poppin' with fun!  Fun colors, fun shapes and fun new techniques made EASY!

This has become my latest number 1 request: Birthday cards!  And what better time to make them then January.  Time to stock up and get ready for a year of birthdays!

Accordion cards, which are so freakin' fun, but SO complicated to make are a breeze with my die-cut pieces that are pre-scored.  You will love them!

Each kit is pre-cut and ready to assemble.  And it's super easy with the help of the step-by-step slideshow with photos and instructions that is included with each kit.
Each kit also includes a bonus of all printables and cut files so you can make more cards with your own supplies later on.

Life of the Party Card Kit

First Kit (incl. shipping, slideshow, SVG and Printables) $33.50 USD First Kit (IN CLASS, incl. Slideshow, SVG and Printables) $30.00 USD additional Kit $25.00 USD Digital Kit (Incl. Slideshow, SVG, Printables) $10.00 USD International Shipping add-on $5.00 USD

What you'll need: 

Adhesives:  
Roller-type adhesive for putting cards together.  
Regular Foam squares & THIN foam squares
1/2" foam roll & 1/8" foam strips
Mini, Micro and medium Glue dots 
Liquid glue

Tools & Supplies:
Scissors (fine tip & long) 
Paper Piercer
Ball Tools  (I sell these in class, contact me) & thick foam mat (like a mouse pad)
12" trimmer and bone folder (or something to score with)
Threader (dental floss threader)
Crystal Fine Glitter (I use Martha Stewart)
Clear Crystal glitter Spray (I use Mister Huey's Color Mist - I will have some in class to sell)
Large lid or small container to place small items from kit

If you have any questions, please let me know.
...and I would love if you posted these pictures to Pinterest! 

Q's Creative Cards: SAVE the DATE Celebration Cards!

Happy New Year!  Wow, 2018!  I really love new beginnings; full of plans and hope & excitement!  

These cards commemorate those special dates in life; Birthdays, Weddings, Babies and Graduation!  

This kit also includes a cute little journal to keep in your purse.  I always have one in my purse so I can record special moments, inspirations, thoughts, lists etc...on the go!  

This kit is ready to assemble and comes with written instructions & a step-by-step photo slideshow.  It also has bonus printables and cut files.  Kits start shipping Dec. 26th.  Or I will bring with me if you are attending a local class, starting Jan. 4th. 

Please use drop-down menu to see your options.

SAVE the DATE Celebration Cards

First kit (incl. Shipping, Slideshow, SVG & Printables) $33.00 USD First Kit for Classroom $30.00 USD Additional Kit $25.00 USD Digital Kit $10.00 USD International Shipping add-on $5.00 USD

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SAVE the DATE Monthly JOURNAL Kit.
Buy Both ($90) and get FREE Shipping!

*You can do either SAVE the DATE Kits in class
Class Schedule 

Thurs., Jan. 4th        American Fork Senior Center       6 - 8 pm
Friday, Jan. 5th         Layton Hobby Lobby                  10am - noonFriday, Jan. 5th         Layton Hobby Lobby                  2 - 4pmFriday, Jan. 5th         Layton Hobby Lobby                  5:30 - 7:30 pm
Mon., Jan. 8th           Sandy Hobby Lobby                  2 - 4 pm
Tues., Jan. 9th          South Jordan Hobby Lobby         5:30 - 7:30 pm
Wed., Jan. 10th         South Jordan Hobby Lobby        10am - noon
Wed., Jan. 10th         West Valley Hires Big H              6 - 8 pm


What you'll need: 

Adhesives:  
Roller-type adhesive for putting cards together.  
Regular Foam squares
THIN foam squares
1/2" foam roll 
Mini & Micro Glue dots 

Tools & Supplies:
Scissors
Paper Piercer 
Corner Rounder

Fine Grit sanding block
Large lid or small container to place small items from kit
Distress ink: Pumice Stone & Stamping Sponge
Ranger Stickles (Glitter Glue) Diamond

If you have any questions, please let me know.
...and would love if you posted these pictures to Pinterest! 

Q's Creative Cruise Class: Birthday Copic Cards & More

Sorry, Sold out!

My most requested classes...Copic!  There is something very satisfying and artistic about coloring with Copic markers and bringing images to life!

I make it easy with tutorials and step-by-step photos and instructions in a slideshow that will be emailed to you.  As a bonus, you will also receive  the digital stamps I created for this class.

The 'Mimi girl' images are from wood mounted stamps from Penny Black.  This kit includes pre-stamped images, so you do not need to purchase the stamps, unless you want to. 

Lots of projects here to hone your Copic skills, five in all; 4 cards and a gift tote.  Pretty in pinks and purples (new color additions from past classes).

You can purchase the complete set of Ciao markers you'll need for this class, as well as a bottle of White Opaque ink that is used on some of the projects.

If you've already taken classes from me and only need the new colors (see list below), please email me.

This is the only class from the Alaska Cruise Bundle that I will be teaching here in Utah.  Please review the schedule and email me.  These classes fill up fast, so don't delay.

Save money by buying the post-cruise bundle with all five kits!

Class Schedule

Wed., Sept. 18th    South Jordan Hobby Lobby    2 - 4:30 pm
Wed., Sept. 18th    South Jordan Hobby Lobby    5 - 7:30 pm
Thurs., Sept. 19th   American Fork Senior Center 6 - 8:30 pm
Fri., Sept. 20th       Layton Hobby Lobby            10am - 12:30pm
Fri., Sept. 20th       Layton Hobby Lobby            2 - 4:30 pm

Supplies needed

Adhesive:  Regular roller tape to put cards together,  foam squares, large and mini glue dots, 1/8" foam strip.

Tools: Scissors, Bone folder, Pencil, ruler, 1/8" and micro hole punches, Small Embossing tool, Stapler, 1 1/2" circle punch.

Misc: Rock Candy Stickles.  Frayed Burlap Distress ink and distressing sponge.  Also a craft mat to work on.

Copic List:

Y35 Maize

Y38 Honey (or Y19  Napoli Yellow)

W1 Warm Grey 1

W3 Warm Grey 3

W5 Warm Grey 5

W7 Warm Grey 7
V05 Marigold (this is actually a purple not yellow)

R46 Strong Red

RV13 Tender Pink

R27 Cadmium Red
E000 Pale Fruit Pink

YR00 Powder Pink (or E01 Pink Flamingo)

E11 Barley Beige

E33 Sand 

E37 Sepia (or E99 Baked Clay)

0 Colorless Blender

Jar of Opaque White Ink

 

Any questions, just email me!

Q's Creative Card Class: Birthday Card File

Sorry, this kit is sold out.
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Introducing my next class/kit, after a little 'cruise' hiatus, I'm back with bold, bright, birthday joy!

I've been promising a birthday card class for awhile now and I'm happy to oblige with not just 3 new birthday card designs, but a card file to keep them all at arms length. 

Keep this keepsake file handy so you'll never forget another birthday (well, we can hope can't we?)

Each file section is for gals, guys and kids, so there's something for everyone.

Lots of options with this class! 

• Purchase just the cards (2 ea. of 3 designs = 6 cards total) for $25
• Purchase the card file and 1 ea. of 3 card designs for $25
• Save $5 and buy the complete set; Card file & nine cards! $45

If you need kit shipped, be sure to add shipping from the drop-down menu.

Kits start shipping Sept. 3rd. 
Envelopes are included. 
Bonus: Remember all classes include digital elements & a step-by-step instructional/photo slide show.

In-class info:  In case you're wondering how all three options will work in the classroom...we will create 1 each of the cards first (about 1 hour) and then make the file the second hour.  If you purchased the "just cards" option, you can create your 2nd set of cards while we make the file.  If you purchases the "Whole Kit & Kaboodle" you'll make the last 6 cards at home).

Class Schedule

Wednesday, Sept. 4th      South Jordan Hobby Lobby    10am - noon
Wednesday, Sept. 4th      West Jordan Senior Center      5:30 - 7:30 pm
Thurs., Sept. 5th              AF Senior Center                   6 - 8 pm
Friday, Sept. 6th              Layton Hobby Lobby             10am - noon
Friday, Sept. 6th              Layton Hobby Lobby              2 - 4 pm
Friday, Sept. 6th              Layton Hobby Lobby              5:30 - 7:30 pm
Monday, Sept. 9th            Sandy Hobby Lobby              2 - 4 pm
Tuesday, Sept. 10th         South Jordan Hobby Lobby    10am - noon
Tuesday, Sept. 10th         South Jordan Hobby Lobby     5:30 - 7:30 pm

*Please note, I will not be having an Orem class in September, please join us at the American Fork Senior center on the 5th.

What you'll need to complete this class

Adhesives: Your favorite tape to put cards together, as well as foam squares, 1/8" tacky tape (or similar) and Mini & Micro glue dots.

Tools: Scissors.   1/8" and micro hole punch.  Trimmer & Bone folder to score with.

Nyan Cat Rainbow Cake please...

About six months ago my 16-year-old daughter asked me to make her a Nyan Cat Rainbow Cake for her 17th birthday in March.

Talk about planning ahead!

I, of course, had to google exactly what a Nyan Cat Rainbow cake was!

I was far too rushed to do a really good job, but Savannah was thrilled, which means I get the mom-of-the-year award in her eyes.

If you're wondering what exactly a Nyan Cat is and WHY it looks like it has a pop-tart for a body, then please go here.  I can handle approximately 2 seconds of this repetitive video/song.  But I guess it went viral a couple of years ago and all the kids know it.  Pop culture.  Go figure.

Savannah had a Sweet 17 (because she didn't do a sweet 16) party at Provo Beach club.  Savannah had to cradle that cake in the back of the car...only a few thumb prints.


 

I must admit, it was pretty cool cutting into that cake with all those colors!

And because we had half a cake left after her party, we decided to re-cake it for the family party the next day.  

Notice the tail sticking out of the cat?  Notice the missing tail on the picture above?  Yeah.  Made a tail and everything and forgot to put it on!  I told you I was in a rush!

So, I highly doubt any of you will be making a nyan cat cake anytime soon, however, the process of making the rainbow cake was pretty cool and everyone loved the results.

First of all, I did my favorite fake cake...yup, a box mix, plus 1 cup sour cream, 1 small box of jello pudding (I used White cake with White chocolate pudding), 3/4 cup water, 3/4 cup oil and 4 eggs.  This always gives me a quick, moist, yummy cake.

I used 4 cake mixes to make this cake, but really, I could have used 3 (for a 12" cake), I ended up having to cut off quite a bit on top.  Too much batter.

Divide the batter in 6 equal portions and add food coloring (I used gel) until you get a bright intense color.

Prepare you pan (I used parchment and butter) and pour in your darkest color first.

Pour in your 2nd color directly in the middle of the pan and repeat with your 3rd color.

This is much easier (and frankly I think it looks cool) than making separate layers of each color.

I need to try these in a cupcake at some point.  Yes, I know...all that food coloring can NOT be good for me.  But then again, neither can the cake.  

Enjoy!

 

All recuperated!

Just a quick post here...I was too busy to take pictures the night of the party (Steve's 50th birthday bash!), but I had a friend take some and when I get those I'll do a proper update.

I want to thank all my students for all their moral support, especially my Jordan Landing class, who were the lucky recipients of a slightly crazed Sue that night, as the party was the next day.

Ladies, I got home around 10pm, stayed up to 5am finishing up the DVD presentation, got up at 7am and started on the cake and then the food for the party. Made it to the comedy club around 6:30, got set up, HAD A BLAST (comedian was very funny!), got home around 11pm and crashed. I mean CRASHED. Actually, I think it was one long weekend of crashing. :)

So, so glad I did this though. It was really a special night to be with friends and family and share this milestone with them and Steve.

However, I hope he realizes it's going to 30 years before I do this again! Hah!

So far I don't have any great shots of the cake I labored over, but I'm hoping I can get some from family and friends who were taking pictures. But from this picture you can see it almost done.

I molded 'steve in full riding gear' that morning, took me an hour! Had no idea what I was doing, but figured it out eventually and was quite pleased with it in the end.

The cake really was a monstrosity! Hillarious!

Ok, that's it for now ladies. Thanks again and stay tuned for a Studio 5 sneak-peek.