Saturday, December 26, 2020

6x6 One Sheet Wonder Template #13 featuring MFT and Simon Says Stamp

Card for One Sheet Wonder Template #13 by Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I am sharing how to use up 6x6 patterned papers without creating any patterned paper scraps. A friend shared that this style of cardmaking can be referred to as a one sheet wonder. I'm not sure who originated the style, as I have seen many crafters refer to it, but please let me know if I should be crediting a specific crafter. Today I am sharing how to cut up a 6x6 piece of paper that will result in 2 of the exact same card. I am using cardstock to mat the patterned paper pieces which will create some cardstock scraps. In this blog post you can find a template for how to cut your paper as well as a sketch to show what should be done with those cuts. Of course feel free to mix it up to your own liking. 


This post and video is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used to support my blog and channel. Thank you!

Please let me know if you find this helpful and would like to see more. It's a fun challenge and I love working with patterned paper!

Here is Template #13 with measurements:

One Sheet Wonder Template #13 by Jess Crafts

Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #13:

Card Sketch for One Sheet Wonder Template #13 by Jess Crafts

Here is an example card for Template #13:

Card for One Sheet Wonder Template #13 by Jess Crafts

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

12x12 Two Sheet Wonder Template #1 featuring Simple Stories


Hello crafty friends! Today's post/video are much requested and I hope will be well received. I have been asked for ideas for using 12x12 paper for awhile and I recently picked up some of the Simple Stories Little Princess collection to share. Today I will show you how to use 2 pieces of 12x12 paper to make 12 cards with NO patterned paper scraps! 


This post is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used below. 

I know a lot of 12x12 paper collections some with 3x4 cut aparts so I designed my template and sketches with that in mind. However if you are trying to use 12x12 paper without these sized cut aparts, you can simply cut a second sheet to 3x4 or use 3x4 journaling cards. The template will give you the cuts to make 12 cards (2 of each 6 designs) and a 12x12 paper will yield 12 cut aparts so no scraps. I will share the template and sketches in the post, but you can also download a printable PDF that has the template and sketches.


Please tag me @jess.crafts and use the hashtag #jcosw or #jcsketches so I can find your beautiful creations on Instagram

12x12 Cutting Template:

12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 1:

Card Sketch 1 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 1: 

Card Example for Sketch 1 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 2:

Card Sketch 2 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 2:

Card Example for Sketch 2 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 3:

Card Sketch 3 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 3:

Card Example for Sketch 3 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 4:

Card Sketch 4 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 4:

Card Example for Sketch 4 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 5:

Card Sketch 5 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 5:

Card Example for Sketch 5 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Sketch 6:

Card Sketch 6 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Card Examples for Sketch 6:

Card Example for Sketch 6 for 12x12 Paper Cutting Template #1 by Jess Crafts

Saturday, December 19, 2020

6x6 One Sheet Wonder Template #12 featuring Waffle Flower and Sunny Studios

 

Card for One Sheet Wonder Template #12 by Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I am sharing how to use up 6x6 patterned papers without creating any patterned paper scraps. A friend shared that this style of cardmaking can be referred to as a one sheet wonder. I'm not sure who originated the style, as I have seen many crafters refer to it, but please let me know if I should be crediting a specific crafter. Today I am sharing how to cut up a 6x6 piece of paper that will result in 2 of the exact same card. I am using cardstock to mat the patterned paper pieces which will create some cardstock scraps. In this blog post you can find a template for how to cut your paper as well as a sketch to show what should be done with those cuts. Of course feel free to mix it up to your own liking. 


This post and video is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used to support my blog and channel. Thank you!

Please let me know if you find this helpful and would like to see more. It's a fun challenge and I love working with patterned paper!

Here is Template #12 with measurements:

One Sheet Wonder Template #12 by Jess Crafts

Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #12:

Card Sketch for One Sheet Wonder Template #12 by Jess Crafts

Here is an example card for Template #12:

Card Example for One Sheet Wonder Template #12 by Jess Crafts

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

6x6 One Sheet Wonder Template #11 featuring Sunny Studio and Simon Says Stamp

Cards from One Sheet Wonder Template #11 by Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I am sharing how to use up 6x6 patterned papers without creating any patterned paper scraps. A friend shared that this style of cardmaking can be referred to as a one sheet wonder. I'm not sure who originated the style, as I have seen many crafters refer to it, but please let me know if I should be crediting a specific crafter. Today I am sharing how to cut up a 6x6 piece of paper that will result in 2 of the exact same card. However in order to mix up the patterns because this paper pad only has one color on both sides I am cutting 2 sheets for a total of 4 cards. I am using cardstock to mat the patterned paper pieces which will create some cardstock scraps. In the video I share some ideas of what to do with those scraps. In this blog post you can find a template for how to cut your paper as well as a sketch to show what should be done with those cuts. Of course feel free to mix it up to your own liking. 




This post and video is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used to support my blog and channel. Thank you!

Please let me know if you find this helpful and would like to see more. It's a fun challenge and I love working with patterned paper!

Here is Template #11 with measurements:

One Sheet Wonder Template #11 by Jess Crafts

Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #11:

Card Sketch for One Sheet Wonder Template #11 by Jess Crafts

Here is an example card for Template #11:

Cards from One Sheet Wonder Template #11 by Jess Crafts


Sunday, December 13, 2020

32 Christmas Cards with Recollections by Michaels Say Freeze Collection

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I have another 6x6 Paper Pad tutorial this time featuring Michaels Reollections Say Freeze 6x6 Paper Pad. There are cut aparts in the paper pad which made for some very quick designs but I'm going to be sharing sketches and templates that will make it easy to recreate any cards you like with this or any other paper pad. With this process I can easily whip up a bunch of cards for card drives like Cards for Hospitalized Kids. If you want more info on donating cards or get jokes for your cards please check out my Card Drive Resources page. I LOVE that when I'm done there is nothing left of the patterned paper packs. To see it all in action check out the video.

Video is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used to support my channel at no cost to you.


I've never done a blog post quite like this one, but I have a lot of information and resources to share and will try to be as clear as possible. When making these cards I successfully created all the cards without have any patterned paper scraps. In order to help you do the same, if you would like, I am sharing cutting templates and sketches. You can mix and match these templates and suggestions with my One Sheet Wonders to further increase the possible cards if your paper pad has more paper or if you are not a fan of one these particular designs. If you just want the sketches without the template check out the Sketches page of my blog.

Sketches 16 and 17


Examples of Sketch 16

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 16




Examples of Sketch 17

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 17

Sketches 18 and 21


Examples of Sketch 18

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 18

Examples of Sketch 21

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 21

Sketches 19 and 20


Examples of Sketch 19

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 19

Examples of Sketch 20

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 20

One Sheet Wonder #11


Examples of OSW 11

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts One Sheet Wonder 11

Sketches 22 and 23


Examples of Sketch 22

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 22

Examples of Sketch 23

Christmas Card using Michael's Recollections Say Freeze for Jess Crafts Sketch 23

Please let me know if you have any questions about the resources or trouble obtaining them. Thank you!

Friday, December 11, 2020

6x6 One Sheet Wonder Template featuring MFT and Sunny Studio

Cards from One Sheet Wonder Template #10 by Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I am sharing how to use up 6x6 patterned papers without creating any patterned paper scraps. A friend shared that this style of cardmaking can be referred to as a one sheet wonder. I'm not sure who originated the style, as I have seen many crafters refer to it, but please let me know if I should be crediting a specific crafter. Today I am sharing how to cut up a 6x6 piece of paper that will result in 2 of the exact same card. However in order to mix up the patterns because this paper pad only has one color on both sides I am cutting 2 sheets for a total of 4 cards. I am using cardstock to mat the patterned paper pieces which will create some cardstock scraps. In the video I share some ideas of what to do with those scraps. In this blog post you can find a template for how to cut your paper as well as a sketch to show what should be done with those cuts. Of course feel free to mix it up to your own liking. 


This post and video is not sponsored but compensated affiliate links are used to support my blog and channel. Thank you!

Please let me know if you find this helpful and would like to see more. It's a fun challenge and I love working with patterned paper!

Here is Template #10 with measurements:

One Sheet Wonder Template #10 by Jess Crafts

Here is the coordinating sketch for Template #10:

Card Sketch for One Sheet Wonder Template #10 by Jess Crafts

Here is an example card for Template #10:

Card for One Sheet Wonder Template #10 by Jess Crafts

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

38 Cards with Authentique Hunting 6x6 Paper Pad

Cards made with Authentique Hunting Paper Pad by Jess Crafts

Hello crafty friends! Today I have another 6x6 paper pad tutorial this time featuring Authentique. I am obsessed with 6x6 pads because it is so easy to create a bunch of cards without using many extra supplies. I picked out this paper pad because it was unique and an interest that may be less served. I donate most of my cards and if you want more info on donating cards or get jokes for your cards please check out my Card Drive Resources page. Upon reflection I think I will send many of these cards to Cards for Soldiers but I think I will also send some to organizations that serve children because I know that hunting is an important part of family life for many. So today I'm using the Authentique Hunting 6x6 paper pad to make 38 cards! To see it all in action check out the video.


Video/post is not sponsored but affiliate links are used to support my blog/channel at no cost to you.

I decided to try something a bit different and use only my One Sheet Wonder templates to create with this paper pad. That meant no scraps, but also a chance to test if the designs still worked with cut aparts. I also created my 10th One Sheet Wonder and that new resource will be linked below. I made 2 or 4 of most of 11 designs. While you can see the sketch in each picture, under each design I will tell you which One Sheet Wonder template I used and you can head to my One Sheet Wonder page to download the cutting template and sketch. I also chose to skip sentiments for now until I have a better idea of what organization I will send them to and will customize the sentiments to that organization.

Cards made with Authentique Hunting Paper Pad by Jess Crafts

One Sheet Wonder #1 available for download here.

Cards made with Authentique Hunting Paper Pad by Jess Crafts

One Sheet Wonder #2 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #3 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #4 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #5 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #6 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #7 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #8 available for download here.


One Sheet Wonder #9 available for download here.


Finally my latest One Sheet Wonder #10 available for download here.

Here is the template for cutting One Sheet Wonder #10:


Here is the card sketch for One Sheet Wonder #10:



I used the leftover cut aparts to make these cards. You could certainly add more than one cut apart to some of the others designs if you prefer but I think once I add sentiments these will be a great simple design on their own. 

That's it for this paper pad. Hope you found it helpful!