Well it’s a good thing my husband doesn’t read my blog because this is the card that I am giving him tomorrow for our 19 year anniversary.  I used the sketch from
Brenda’s Birthday Sketch Challenge for this card and really like the way it turned out.  I wasn’t sure I’d be able to pull off a lovey-dovey heart card in masculine colors.  I don’t think it’s too frilly and I think he’ll like it just fine!
I’m also planning on using this card for the
Anniversary or Wedding card swap coming up here at CARDScraps.  You have until 4/12/10 to sign up, so that will give you plenty of time to get a card made!
I didn’t make a project sheet on this one because the layout and dimensions are so similar to the project sheet I made on yesterday’s card which is posted in the Project Sheets section.
Now, I want to talk about the adhesives that I used in my card.  I realized when I was making my supply list for what I used in my card that I had used several different adhesives.  I tend to do that quite a bit, and the other day, my daughter asked me why I needed so many glues.  So I figured I would run through the adhesives today and tell you my favorites and what I use them for.
Anywhere Glue Stick
#104045 – $3.95 for a pack of 2
I used the glue stick on just about all of the assembly, including all of the layering as well as the larger hearts.  Many people don’t like using glue sticks (including Brenda) because you end up with it on your fingers and if you’re not careful, you get it on the fronts of your card stock as well.  With a little bit of practice though, you learn how to handle card stock with glue on it and as long as you keep a napkin close (or wear jeans..lol), you can wipe your fingers off regularly.  I just feel more confident that my card isn’t going to come apart when I’ve got the entire surface of my card stock glued rather than just the edges as typically done with SNAIL adhesive.  Not to mention, it’s very cost effective!
2-Way Glue Pen
#100425 – $3.50
When it’s time to glue down tiny pieces, I find it much easier to grab my 2-way glue pen.  The chisel tip allows you to put glue on the thinnest surfaces and it sticks so well and dries quickly.  On this card, I used it to glue down the small punched hearts as well as the Kraft scalloped heart outline.
Here’s a close-up of the “heart-work”.  I love the little Kraft heart frame made by using the Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslit and then punching it out with the Large Heart Punch.  It wasn’t planned – I was just punching it out so I could overlay the Kraft heart onto the Night of Navy heart.  But once I punched the heart out with the large heart punch and saw the adorable little heart frame it left, I knew I had to use it on my card as well.
 
 
 
 
 
SNAIL Adhesive
#104332 – $6.95
This is Brenda’s favorite for assembly as I’m sure it is for many other crafters.  It’s quick and easy to use and there’s no mess involved.  However, I tend to use it more for attaching ribbon more than anything else.  I don’t normally apply it to the entire ribbon unless a ribbon just really isn’t wanting to stay in place.  I usually just use it on the ends that wrap around to the back side.  As you know, I pretty much use ribbon on every card so my SNAIL gets a workout too.
Dotto
#103305 – $12.95
This is the most expensive of the lot, but I think it’s well worth it.  When I’m trying to figure out where I want all of my different layers on my card, I put a very small amount of dotto on the back of each piece to hold it in place.  Because it’s REPOSITIONABLE, I can move it from one place to another without problems, but it keeps everything from sliding around while I’m designing the card.  I tend to have all of my pieces cut and “in position” before I ever apply any permanent glue and I can’t stand them moving all around.  I told tend to add this to my supply list since it’s only temporary.  I just wanted you to know that I think it’s an indispensible tool!
Now, I didn’t use the adhesives below on today’s card, but I wanted to go ahead and talk about them as they each have their uses.
Stampin’ Dimensionals
#104430 – $3.95
Oh what would I do without these little gems?  I LOVE dimension on cards, and these give your layers the right amount of POP!  I can’t believe I didn’t use any Dimensionals on today’s card as I reach for these quite often.  Because they’re made of foam and they’re not too thick, they compress and go through the mail quite well.  They’re super easy to cut so if you need a smaller size, simply cut one in half or in quarters.  That’s what I did for the clouds on
yesterday’s card.
Glue Dots
#103683 Mini Glue Dots – $4.95
#104183 Pop-Up Glue Dots – $3.95
These little things are super-sticky and are fabulous for attaching things like buttons or bows to your card.  The Mini Glue Dots are only 3/16″ so they fit well behind very small objects.  The Pop-Up Glue Dots are quite a bit bigger.  They are approximately 1/2″ and are 1/8″ thick.  Like the Dimensionals, they give your layers dimension but they don’t compress like the foam dimensionals do.  If your card were to get smashed, the card stock would tend to bend around the Pop-Up Glue dot.  However, like I said, these things are super sticky so they’re excellent if you’re attaching something heavy.
Sticky Strip
#104294 – $6.95
If you do anything 3-Dimensional like make boxes, bags, etc., you need Sticky Strip.  This stuff is super permanent.  I think the only draw back this stuff has is that you have to cut it with your scissors – you can’t just tear it off.  This is also great for adding micro beads or glitter to your cards. 
Stampin’ Up! also sells Sticky Pages which is the same thing although it’s a 12×12 sheet, so you can cut it, punch it or die cut it!  I’ve these on several occasions to make beaded pens!
Crystal Effects
#101055 – $6.25
Essentially, I use this to add a shiny dimension to my images.  Just squeeze it out onto your image, spread with a toothpick and set aside to dry.  Now, in my experience, the nozzle will get clogged unless you stick a pin down into the top between uses.  And make sure its a stainless steel pin or it will rust.  Trust me, I know.lol.  However, what some people don’t realize is that this is a fantastic ultra glue.  I used it to create some magnets with glass pebbles recently and they’re awesome!
Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive
#110755 – $3.95
Now, this is probably the glue I reach for the least.  There is nothing wrong with it.  It’s a wonderful liquid glue – especially for adhering to chipboard.  I just don’t do a whole lot of that, so I haven’t used it very much.  Some crafters swear by it though, so maybe I just haven’t attempted to use it on enough of my projects to give a fair shake!
I hope you enjoyed my post today.  If you have any questions, just let me know.
Happy Stamping
Lianne Carper
CS partner and DTM for Brenda Cook
Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator
Stamps:  I {Heart} Hearts (CM#118571) and Teeny Tiny Wishes (#115370)- Paper:  Soft Suede, Not Quite Navy and Kraft card stock, Bella Bleu designer paper
- Ink:  Soft Suede and Not Quite Navy
- Other:  Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslit, Big Shot, Glue Stick, SNAIL Adhesive, 2-Way Glue Pen, Full Heart Punch, Heart to Heart Punch, Small Heart Punch, Scalloped Trim Border Punch, Crimper, Soft Suede 1/2″ Polka-Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, Jumbo Grommet
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