Time has just flown by. I so wanted to get this done earlier, but that doesn’t always work out that way.
Life here has been CRAZY. We had Amber’s Christmas Show-which was over the top CUTE!!! OMWord-proud mom here-wait till I get the Smilebox done! I hope the video thing loads properly. It was just too precious! PRECIOUS I tell you.
We then had a visit from THE Santa himself! I got lots of photos for that! I even began to wish he was real! He was awesome!! I’ll go into that on more when I do that post. AMAZING.
I finally got some stamping done!! YEAH!!! Dog training is hard work people! My little Daisy Doodle is quite the cuddlebug.
I was having such a wave of inspiration, but it was quickly squished with kids and dog training. To be frank-I’m wiped out. Its all worth it though. The kids have been acting in a way the guarantee’s the NAUGHTY list today-so that did NOT help either.
Well I PROMISED you all a tutorial, on how to make a card “in motion”. It is along the idea of a “spinner” card, but it doesn’t spin-it slides along a track. Think of like a train. It has 2 tracks that keep it from sliding off. Along the same idea.
After I posted THIS card, I got OVER 100 personal email messages, asking for a tutorial. WOW, you love me! OK maybe not me, but thanks for the awesome feedback. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate it. Its so rewarding to know that people like this stuff or find it helpful, when you put so much of yourself (and time) into it.
So, now is the time 😀
I didn’t want to re-do the exact SAME card, so I decided to show you how versatile it can be 😀 In keeping with the WINTER theme of December, I decided to do Skating scene instead.
Keep an open mind-anything could be done.
I am including step by step instructions. Please click the photos for a larger view. Post your questions here, if any, and I will answer it in the comments section.
Please be aware-it sound difficult, but seriously is easy. Also goes pretty fast 😀 Just try it! If you do send me a link so I can see it.
Here is what you will need
Your main layer (snowflakes here).
A “hill” or land panels. This adds to the “look” that your image is doing something or going somewhere.
A hobby blade/mat
2 Pennies
lots of dimensionals
a little imagination ;D
Step 1-CARD DETAILS- the prep before the “technique”.
I made my card base from white cardstock.
I then cut/matted my snowflake patterned paper (from DCWV).
I cut 2 “hills” in different sizes (using my CM Wavy cutter). Added Dazzling diamonds.
The IMAGE- its important to make sure your image allows you to HIDE the pennies. So make sure you check that prior to going all gangbuster’s then getting sad it doesn’t look right!
I stamped my desired image (cat from The Cat’s Pajama’s-Kitty Christmas). I cut her so she was on her own lil ICE patch! Sentiment was done using SU! markers, and is from Wintertime Fun. Colored with Copic’s and added liquid applique (with dazzling diamonds while wet-then heat set) to the fur lining of the outfit.
Step 2
Layer the snowhills, using dimensionals
Step 3
Layer- dimensional, penny, dimensional, penny. In the MIDDLE of the 2 penny “sandwich” is your track, I am referring to.
Step 4
Place the image on the “track” with cardstock between 2 pennies.
This gives you an idea of where you will need to make a cut for the other end of the pennies to slide into. Don’t make your slice too far apart. Get a little close to the track. Like 1/4 inch along the edge is about right, for a good fit. You can use a pencil and Layer Ease first if you like, and it has to be PERFECT 😀
Use hobby blade, and follow the lines of the bottom track, as seen in photo.
Step 5
Put one penny in front of bottom layer. Pop the back penny into cut layer.
This is how the back may look. Adhere with dimensionals to card base. Careful not to place dimensionals in a spot that will inhibit movement. Area above track will need to double up on dimensionals (in other words apply 2 in the same spot).
This allows the penny to freely flow along the track when pushed/pulled.
Here is the side view. You simply push her along the hills so she “skates” across the card!
Pretty cool huh?
Now its YOUR turn.
Hope you enjoyed!
Till tomorrow
28 Responses for "MAKE IT MOVE!!! Tutorial Time :D"
So cool! Thanks so much for the tutorial. I am going to try one of this sometime this week. I’ll send you a link! You rock Lauren!
This is so great, love the glitz and movement, thanks for the tutorial
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OMG this is adorable!! How cool and cute!
Lauren, you absolutely amaze me. I’ve never tried this type of card before but I bought the stamps – and this is just too cute not to try. Thanks for being so generous with your time and talent.
OMW – just how stinkin’ cute is this?! Great tutorial, thanks so much. I can’t wait to see the smileboxes. Paulette said that Amber was adorable.
Awesome, awesome, awesome! I cant wait to try this! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this!
A new little puppy is a handful, huh? It’s a good thing they are cute, and make up for all the work!
ohmyheck this is stinking ADORABLE. I can’t even stand it.
I have loved this since the first time I saw it! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this tutorial. I’m definitely going to try this. I have a bunch of neices, nephews, and Godchildren that would get such a kick out of this!
I’m so glad you had a great visit with Santa and that Amber’s show was a success! Can’t wait to see those Smileboxes!!!
Holiday Hugs,
Renee
Sooooooooo gorgeous. We do love YOU! (and your brilliant tricks too.) ;0) Mel
Oh my, Lauren! This is just too cute for words! I love it! Great tutorial! Gonna have to give it a try!
This is stinkin’ cute Lauren! Thanks for the tutorial…will have to try this when I have some spare time!
Glad to hear the visit with Santa went well! Lucky kids!
Lauren, Thank you so much for this tutorial. I think my Dad bought me the sledding Lucky dog after I showed him your first card.. I can’t wait to try this. Hope Daisy is being good. Happy Holidays. -Molly B.
This is so cute! Thanks for the tutorial!!! I will need to try this!
Thank you so much for the tutorial! I was looking forward to make this type of card and now I know how. Again, thanks!
As usual Lauren, you are so sweet to offer such great things for us readers & subscribers…I love the other card too, and this one is super cute for skating..Thanks girl!! c
So super cute! And I LOVE that funky patterned paper. . .very cool!
You are the best for making this great tutorial. Thanks for sharing all your fantastic ideas!
That is TOO CUTE!!! Bless your heart, take some time to BREATHE!!! And remind your kiddles that Santa just came, and he’d better hear they are being GOOD!!! lol
Thanks so much for the tutorial, you totally ROCK!!! You are the best! 🙂
Lauren, Thank you for taking the time to do this for all of us. It’s so much appreciated!
Fabulous project !! Have a great holiday and all the best in 2008.
Janine
thanks for the tutorial Lauren! cant wait to try it!
This is such a sweet card!
What great colors.. love it!
I have never tried this before..
Thanks for sharing your instructions.
I will save them and give this a try.
I’m glad to hear that everyone had a
nice visit with Santa. Can’t wait to see
some pictures…bet the kids were so
excited!!
Holiday Wishes!
Dee
Amazing Lauren! What a great job and how CUTE!! Thanks for sharing your hard work! 🙂
great project! do you have a name for this card yet- track card? train track card? Saving this idea for some cards for my nephews! thanks for the tutorial
What fun!!! I love your style and I am so glad your blog exists for inspiration — both as a card maker and as a human being. I wish you and your family the best holiday ever!
Finally got around to trying this. I had to make a few adjustments but thanks for the inspiration though. Terrbear38.blogspot.com
MARVELOUS PROJECTS! VERY KIND OF YOU TO SHARE ALL OF YOUR COOL IDEAS!
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