Today I used the Cricut Artbooking cartridge, available through Close to My Heart, to make a masculine card for my husband. The “Hello World” saying is perfect for a new baby but it can also be used for a software/programming card because “Hello World” is one of the first programs that people learn. My husband has been in computers for a long time but I still remember when he got that first “Hello World” back. It was a happy moment that we both remember fondly.
I created a standard A2 card (4-1/4 x 5-1/2) base out of white cardstock. I cut pieces from the CTMH ProPlayer Paper Packet to fit just within the edges of the card, leaving a small white border.
I cut the “Hello World” words out at 2.5″ using white cardstock.
To give the cardstock a bit more strength and dimension, I covered it in clear VersaMark and then coated it in white embossing powder.
I almost just added the words to this card and called it done but it just looked so plain. So I tried a few more things. Oh! I used that Art Glitter glue again. It worked great on details. YAY!
I used a blue Copic marker to color these silver paper clips. They fit the card better blue than silver.
I used the CTMH Real Life stamp set for all the stamped images. I LOVE stamping on cork! I got this cork a long time ago but I just recently got it out and tried stamping on it. LOVE! It’s so cool. This cork is adhesive backed which makes it a cinch to apply to things. I stamped directly onto the cork and then punched it out with a circle punch. Awesome!
Wanna see more?
I used cork on these recent projects too.
I hope you liked this card! It was fun to make and it made my husband smile. YAY!
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Disclosure: The stamps, paper and cartridge used in this post were sent to me by CTMH consultant, Melanie Brown.
Lovely use of cork. Thanks for the reminder about heat embossing for strength.
Thank you, Hobbyaholic!
Really cute card; perfect for a guy! I like the idea of coloring the paperclips with the Copic!
coming over from 3 Girl Jam. Wonderful card. I love the texture you added and your details are wonderful.
Wow love all the bits you have done there fantastic xxx
Awesome work! 3 Girl Jam sent me! Have a GREAT week!
Awesome card! Love all the touches you added to it, especially the corkboard. Never thought to use that on anything…but, it looks terrific. I will be trying that one in the near future 🙂
Love the stamp set your sponsoring on 3 girl jam today too!
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Robin