Monday, August 6, 2012

Pop 'N Cuts Naked Anniversary Card


Ha! That title got your attention, am I right? Well, thankfully (for you!), I'm just talking about using Karen Burniston's new Pop 'N Cuts insert without the base die. Since there has been such a huge demand for the Pop 'N Cuts system, some people are having a hard time finding the PNC starter die set. As Karen shows us in the video below, you can still buy and use the various inserts, even if you don't have the PNC base die (yet!).

To test this out, I decided to try it on an anniversary card for my husband. I wanted to make him something with a picture of us that he could keep on his desk. An added bonus - when people ask him, 'what exactly does your wife do?' he could just point at it!

The outer panel of my card was made using paper from Tim's Lost and Found Paper Stash. Over that I layered a panel that was embossed using the Subway Texture Fade. I created a frame out of black Kraft Core'dinations by cutting it with the Sizzix Ornamental die and the Movers and Shapers Mini Ornamental die. The inner piece was covered with a vintage dictionary page. The heart was cut from cardboard using the Love Struck die. I painted it with a Red Pepper Dabber, then heat embossed the sentiment. My painted heart makes this card perfect for this week's Simon Says Stamp and Show Paint challenge!

One of the benefits of using the PNC inserts alone is having the ability to create a larger card. I love this frame (cut in the same manner as the front panel) and would never have been able to fit it into an A2 size card. The inside panel was cut from kraft cardstock using Karen's instructions. I colored it using Brushed Corduroy Distress Stain and then stamped it with Tim's Woodgrain stamp. I added strips cut from painted kraft paper using the Vintage Lace die. I thought the square edges were a little boring, so I cut both the inner and outer panels using the Sizzix Brackets On the Edge die. Finally, I added a little panel cut from black Kraft Core'dinations using the label die from Karen's Label and Ribbon set.

This is my absolute favorite thing on this card (other than my husband!). It's an adorable paper clip made using Karen's Sizzlits Love die set. How cute/clever/awesome is that die?! The clip was created by cutting kraft cardstock and then painting it with a Pitch Black Dabber. There is a heart in the set that perfectly fits into the space on the clip. So, I cut that one out of kraft and painted it with a Red Pepper Dabber. I used the Alphabetical die to cut numbers to represent how many years we've been married. I still can't believe I've now been married exactly half my life!  :)

To finish off the card, I added some of Tim's new Striped Paper String and tied on a Word Stick and a key. I gave this to my husband last night and he loved it!! You can't go wrong with a dark card with lots of metal and wood grain - men love that stuff. :)

Check out Karen's video below to learn how to use the Pop 'N Cuts inserts alone and then go out and get you some. They are terribly addicting!



Most of the supplies I used can be found at Inspiration Emporium via the links below. Don't forget to use my coupon code - stamptramp - to score 10% off your order!

27 comments:

  1. Hi Shelly, this anniversary card is one of the nicest cards I have seen for a long time, it is simply gorgeous, love your pic inside and the cover is just so lovely, what a beautiful momento for your husband to receive. A x

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  2. Absolutely gorgeous Shelly, love the embossed background and the die with the text in the background. The painted heart is just perfect for your anniversary card. Love the pop up on the inside, we often forget the inside so this is a lovely touch. Beautifully embellished. Perfect for,your romantic picture. Thanks so much for joining in the Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge. Tracy x

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  3. Beautiful, what a wonderful anniversary card. Love the texture on your frame, weird how we both used the same one today! I love dies too - they leave so much to your own imagination. Thanks for the lovely comment on my blog. Maddy x

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  4. I had the priviledge of having dinner with these 2 wonderful people. Congrats to a special couple...he's a great guy Shelly...definitely a "keeper." And he's sure to point at it with pride, he really is proud of you. You can tell.

    Wishing you many more,
    Linda

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  5. Everything about this is knock-me-over awesome! Especially the love that it exudes! Congratulations to you both!

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  6. What a great card, love the dies and embossing, it makes the card so special.
    Very creative Shelly and also unique~

    greetings, Alie :-)

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  7. Love this card! Congrats on your anniversary! I like how you show us lots of options and how to use products we have. Thank You.

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  9. Congrats Shelly! Great card and I can totally understand how your hubby loved it. He is married to one very talented lady, that's for sure! Karen's dies are a must have, aren't they? Love her little 'love' set;)

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  10. Just wonderful - love the text background, and that vivid red heart. The pop-ups are amazing!
    Alison x

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  11. Shelly, I love this card. It is masculine yet sweet too. Congrats on your 24 years together.

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  12. This is brilliant I love everything about it! I cant wait to see you next work of art!

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  13. This is another stunning piece, there is so much technique here,I love these of the textures and layers, sure this wills be much treasured! Trace x

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  14. The ultimate anniversary card for sure! Gorgeous design Shelly!!!

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  15. This is fantatic Shelly! Such a great idea and I love all the different details. Thank you for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp and Show!

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  16. Whar a great card Shelly
    Love the detials one it and all the things you used very very much.

    Greetings Janny

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  17. Really nice card, Shelly. I totally understand.... the what is it your wife does for a living? When I owned the shop... I carried a card with me to show people because they had no clue what I was talking about.

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  18. Shelly, girl...you never cease to amaze me! That little creative brain of yours must be running on overload! This is such a wonderful idea. I love the design of your card. All of the die cuts and texture fades you used to create this look great together. I love all of your embellishments...simple yet perfect. That pop out wedding picture looks fabulous and it's such a wonderful picture. I was it on FB yesterday. Thanks for sharing such a personal and sweet anniversary remembrance with Simon Says Stamp and Show. <3 Candy

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  19. Fantastic job on this anniversary card! Great embellishment and design. Happy Anniversary!

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  20. such a cool project! I love all the grunge-i-fication and details to this project. You have me inspired to use some texture folders especially! Love your creative style. Thank you for joining us this week at Simon Says Stamp and Show!

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  21. Fabulous card, Shelly! You are definitely becoming the Pop 'N Cut Queen! Now I think I need that heart paper clip! Happy Anniversary too, mine was on the second!

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  22. Love this card Shelly, and the darling photo inside. Your details are always just right, and not too much..wonderful balance of shapes, textures and color. I am sure anyone would be thrilled to receive such a great card...
    Many more happy years with your hubby.

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  23. Beautiful Card Shelly...I sooooooooo Need some Pop and Cuts!!! So Fun....Thanks for Sharing!

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  24. This is a handsome card; ideal for anniversary. My 25th is coming up. Your card inspires me to share my love of paper with my husband...who often doesn't even see what I make. Charlotte

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  25. This is very cool. Great idea! Love the textures and the photo hidden inside.

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  26. This is such a wonderful, fabulous card!

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