MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

It has been a super busy time this December....as you may have noticed by my lack of posting.  I have been making cards and preparing my home for the holidays.  I finally had a moment to come up for a quick breath before I take off running again.  I am sure that this week is about to take off like a rocket.

I wanted to take a moment and wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year celebration.  It has been a successful 2014 for me and I look forward to 2015 being even better.  This is also my hope for you. 

Keep creating and reach for the stars.  See you in 2015!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Happy Holidays to All

 

It's hard to believe that the holidays are already upon us.  It feels like each year they sneak up on us faster and faster.  This year, I have been particularly busy. 

 

At last count, I have made more than 500 Christmas cards this year.  That is crazy!  I could barely believe it myself.  Thanks to my great customers, they have kept me inspired.

 

 

Each time I sit down to make more cards, I feel like I am getting more creatively inspired.  The inspiration for many of my cards come from a variety of places.  I take comments and suggestions from customers, friends and family.  In my free time, I surf Pinterest (I LOVE PINTEREST!).  And, sometimes, I just see a design in my head and start putting it together.

 

If you would like to see more of my designs, please stop by my Ebay store - Kimberz Kreations - I am adding new designs nearly daily at this point.

 

Thanks for dropping by again.  Feel free to leave your comments or suggestions.

 

EVERYONE HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

 

Religious Christmas Cards

New Religious Christmas cards are now available at our Ebay Store - Kimberz Kreations .

 

These will go fast, so get yours today.  There are limited quanitities. 

 

Penny Black Snowman Cards

One of my newest finds, Penny Black stamps.
Even though this stamp and the Sweet Snowman set I showed you previously are from 2012, I have simply been behind the times.  I have found them now and are creating new designs with them daily.

 

Keep watching to see what I will do with them next.

 

 

There is just no way for this stamp not to be cute!

 

Your comments and suggestions are welcomed and appreciated.

Thank you for stopping by again!

Come visit me to purchase 10 piece Christmas card sets on Ebay at Kimberz Kreations .



Lodge Style Christmas Cards

This first card is a rather simple design.
I used an old stamp I have had for years by Stampendous to emboss the sentiment in gold.  The brown paper was dry embossed with my Cuttlebug and sanded for the effect.

 

 

This next card is another color combination that I decided to try using my Stampin' Up Lovely As a Tree set.  I am still practicing with it, as I only just recently acquired the set.  I am excited to see what else that I can create with it in the future.

 

 

Comments and suggestions are always welcome.

You can follow me on Pinterest and Facebook.

 

If you would like to see all the designs that I have available for sale, please visit my Ebay store at Kimberz Kreations

 

Christmas Cards Galore!

As you can tell, I am a busy little beaver at this time of the year.  I have been making Christmas cards for months now.  Sadly, I still have not used all the Christmas stamps that I have....ssshh, don't tell my husband :).

 

 

 

So, today I am simply sharing a few more of my designs.  No time for chatting!  It's back to work for me.

Please feel free to leave comments and suggestions.  I love to hear from others about their thoughts on my designs.

 

If you would like to see all the designs I have available, please visit me on Ebay - Kimberz Kreations

 

Sweet Snowman Cards

 

Recently, I found this super fun stamp by Penny Black.  It is called Sweet Snowman.

 

While thumbing through pins on Pinterest, I found the cutest card I had ever seen.  I searched out the name and started searching the web.  I found the stamp, and many others, on Amazon.

 

I have had so much fun creating these cards.  They take a bit more time due to coloring.

 

If you would like to see more, please visit me at Ebay - Kimberz Kreations .

 

I have created many color combinations and have many other styles available.

 

Thanks again for dropping by.
Your comments and suggestions are always welcome.

Lovely as a Tree Cards

One of the most versatile stamp sets available today, in my opinion, is Stampin' Up's Lovely As A Tree.  This set can be used for Christmas, Birthdays, or Everyday cards.

 

If you are looking at a beginner set that is versatile and easy to use, this one is my suggestion.

 

 

If you would like to learn how to create this background and others that are similar, all you need to do is go to Pinterest.  There are many different tutorials.  Just find one that suits you and your skill level.

Remember, there is not wrong way to create.  If you are putting ink (or other medium) to paper, you are being creative.  I have found that art is relative.  I have created things that I didn't think looked good at all, but someone will come along and absolutely love it.

 

If you are not the creative type, or just don't have the time. please feel free to visit me on Ebay to purchase your set of Christmas cards - Kimberz Kreations

Beautiful Red and Green Traditional Cards

 

Today I wanted to share with you the latest in traditional red and green Christmas cards.

These cards have a gorgeous background design with embossed gold sentiments.

 

 

These are sure to be gone soon, as limited quantities are available.
Please visit my Ebay store: Kimberz Kreations .

 

My Black Friday sale has already begun.  The sale offers 10% off of orders of $50.00 or more on these cards.  The sale will end on November 30th.  Stop by soon!

Non-Traditional Snowflake Christmas Cards - Large Sizes

 

Here is another selection of snowflake cards.  These cards are designed on some more of the half-fold size (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") cards.

 

I used non-traditional purple and teal colors alongside the beautiful blue tone.  It is kind of like traditional meets non-traditional.

 

 

These are some of my favorite snowflake cards.

 

Who am I kidding?  I obviously love Christmas Cards!  I have been making them non-stop for months now.

 

 

I do want to remind everyone to visit my Ebay Store: Kimberz Kreations .

There are a lot of designs and ten piece sets available right away with a Buy It Now option.  Orders will only be taken for another month.  After December 5th, no more special orders will be taken.

 

Please feel free to contact me or leave your suggestions/comments here.
I always love to hear from you.

New Large Half-Fold Sized Christmas Cards

 

With the newest Christmas card sets that are available on my Ebay store: Kimberz Kreations , I decided to not only do some non-traditional colored cards, but some larger sized cards.

These cards are a full half-fold sized card, measuring 5-1/2" x 8-1/2".

 

These larger cards are a bit challenging.

 

You always imagine when creating cards, if I only had a little more room for this embellishment or that....  I have found that more space can also have a down side.  They are a bit more difficult to fill with color and dimension.  Although, I always get comments on how much others love them, to me they sometimes appear to be a bit plain.

 

This is where the designer is a bit more critical of themselves than others are.  I find that I am usually more critical of myself than anyone else is.  I think this is why I so enjoy getting comments and suggestions.  Having the honest opinion of a customer or potential customer always has more weight with me than my own opinion.  I know, strange.

 

So, please feel free to leave comments and suggestions.  They are always welcome.

Snowflake Christmas Cards

One of my most favorite card designs is the snowflake card.  The appearance cannot be beat.  You get glitter and dimension, as well as versatility.  You are able to make the cards (or other crafts) as simple or complicated as you want.

 

I am finding that I really like the sleek, clean look of simple white on white.  Use a little bit of glitter flakes and it really seems to speak to you.

 

Another great look with snowflakes is using non-traditional colors.  I think it looks great to use the unexpected colors in order to get a particular look.  In fact, I find myself rarely using the simple blue and white of old.

 

Don't be scared to use non-traditional colors.  I fought it for years.  I just was not going to give in to the "trend".  Well, the "trend" stuck around, and as a designer, so did I.  Suprisingly, it was a great choice!

 

Remember....there is no wrong way to craft and create.  That is how the world's greatest artist became known, by stepping outside of the box.  So even though it might be a bit uncomfortable at first, it is worth the risk.  You may just find out that your out-of-the-box creation is well worth while.  It will definitely open a lot of new crafting doors for you.

 

Thanks for stopping by for a visit.  Please feel free to leave your comments and suggestions.  I always look forward to hearing from everyone.

Handmade Christmas Card Designs

 

Here is your peek at my newest attempt to do the snowy hill sponging technique.  As with most technique, I will keep practicing.  I find that even though practice may not make perfect, it sure does help.  I look forward to trying out even more cards and designs using this technique.  It really is fun.

 

I have also been very busy with my embossing powders.  I really like using the embossing powders and folders to add extra dimension to cards.  It can be a little expensive and time consuming, but the results make it all worth while.

 

The holidays are coming sooner than we all expect.  If you want to create your own cards and crafts, I have a selection of embellishments and crafting supplies in my Ebay store: Kimberz Kreations .  As well, I always have selections of cards for you to choose from.

 

I would love for you to drop by and see what is available today.  As always, I look forward to receiving your suggestions and comments.

 

The True Meaning for the Christmas Season

 

I have finally reached some of my favorite Stampin' Up stamp sets.  The first one is On Angels Wings (pictured above).  The second is Christmas Blessings (pictured below).

 

I love these sets not just because they have a religious undertone to the messages, but also for their versatility.  Each stamp set can be used in so many ways with a variety of color combinations.  In my line of business, this makes for a great stamp set to work with.

 

I have provided a sneak peek of these cards on my facebook page ( Kimberz Facebook ) has already provided me with a wealth of information.  Customers are delighted to see these cards and have expressed wanting to see more.  The orders have already begun to come in.

 

This is good news for everyone!  I will be making additional cards in these themes.

 

If you would like to see what other designs are available, please visit my Ebay store at: Kimberz Kreations .  I have variety of colors and themes available.  In fact, you will find your best selection now. 

 

If you have any suggestions or comments, I always welcome those.  Being a creative business owner always provides for a learning curve.  I love to hear what my customers, or potential customers, think.

 

I am also taking orders for the next month.  Some of the cards I make are truly unique and I do not have the embellishments/papers, etc. to recreate them, but I will always do my best to fulfill your needs.

New Cards Available Now for 2014

I made it back!

 

As you have noticed, it has been a couple of weeks since you have seen any updates from me.  The good news is, I have been working extra hard in order to get some new Christmas Card designs ready for the 2014 holiday season.

 

What you are seeing is only one of many new ten card packages available now at my Ebay store: Kimberz Kreations .   There are many new designs.  Cards are being sold in packages of ten different cards.

 

As you have seen before, I rarely make multiple cards of the same design.  I do this in order to provide my customers with a wide variety of cards to choose from.  I certainly do like to send out the exact same card to each person on my list, so I don't imagine my customers do either.

 

If you would like to see what else is new, please go to Ebay and check out all the new cards and card making items that I have for sell.

Snowflake Fun Christmas Cards

I always suggest to beginning card makers to start making cards at Christmastime.  Christmas cards are the most versatile cards to make, and most everyone can punch out or die cut a snowflake and match it up with a paper.  It is simple for anyone.  Best of all, it is a great way to spend a cold, rainy or snowy day with the kids.

 

These are a few cards I put together using a little bit of paper and ribbon.  The rest are die cut or punched snowflakes.

 

 

As always, all of my cards are for sale at my Ebay store; Kimberz Kreations .

 

I also sell card making, paper crafting and scrapbooking supplies and embellishments so you can create your own little beauties.  I would love to have you stop by.

This week on Ebay, I have a great deal on ribbon and Sizzix Framelit Dies.

 

Please feel free to leave your suggestions or comments.  I would love to hear what your thoughts are.

 

Thank you for stopping by!

Simple Handmade Christmas Cards

I think that I am finally getting the hang of this Christmas Card making thing (joking!).

 

These cards were created with punches, dies and scrap paper.  I rarely throw away any paper scraps.  There is always a card that can use event the smallest scrap.  Scraps are the best paper to use with punches, in my opinion.

 

Whenever I start getting too many scraps in my drawer, I will take a few minutes and cut them down to shapes: hearts, stars, snowflakes, squares, circles, etc.  It saves a lot of time later.

 

 

Thanks again for stopping by.  Remember to get out there are create!

 

If you would like to see all of my Christmas card bundles, you are always welcome to stop by my Ebay store at Kimberz Kreations .

 

 

If you have any suggestions or comments, I would love for you to leave those as well.

Christmas Card Kreations

As promised, I want to share some of the kreations I have made with stamps, stickers and dies.  This experiment was a fun and educational one.  I learned that you can make beautiful cards with stickers, but not all stickers work well.

 

Tell me what you think:

 

 

These are just a few examples of the cards that I made with some stickers.

 

To give a little credit, I used Paper Studio stickers that can be purchased at Hobby Lobby stores.  The ones that I used where purchased last Christmas season, so I don't know if they will still be available this year.

 

If you would like to see all of my sticker card kreations, stop by my Ebay store and check out all my Christmas card bundles.  If you don't have time to create your own cards, I would certainly appreciate your business.

 

Kimberz Kreations Ebay Store

 

Thank you again for stopping by the ole blog.  Please feel free to leave any suggestions or comments.  I would love to hear from you.

 



Christmas Card - Snowy Peaks and Trees

I recently had the opportunity to try out a new technique that I have found all over Pinterest.  It looked so difficult to do, but all the instructional videos and blogs stated that it was easy.  I just was not a believer until I tried it out for myself.  Guess what?  It was super easy.

 

I found as I put the first of the ink on the paper that it looked like it was going on too dark.  I simply sponged some of the dark ink out with a lighter shade.  It still did not look right to me.....until, I added the trees.  WOW! 

 

Here is what it came out to look like:

 

 

Not too bad for my first attempt, if I do say so myself (patting myself on the back).

 

As with most stampers and papercrafters, I have a mile long list of stamps, sets, dies, etc. that I want.  I never really considered Stampin' Up's Lovely As A Tree at the top.  It is now!

 

As I started this technique, I realized that in all of my hundreds of Christmas stamps, I didn't really have a good pine tree stamp.  My momentary solution was a gorgeous, glitter sticker sheet that I purchased at Hobby Lobby last season.  (It is by Paper Studios)

 

I think it worked out great for a test card.  I was also able to make this next card with the same type of sticker sheet.  This card turned out beautifully too.

 

After making these two cards, I got another of my bright ideas!  I will make some cards with some stickers that I have been holding on to!

As with many crafters, I purchase a lot of products with good intentions.  You know what they say about those.  So, I made the decision to create with my stickers, stamps and dies.  Any kreation you make it beautiful to someone, even if it isn't you.

 

I cannot say that I am overly proud of all the results, but I loved a lot of them.  Over the next week or so, I will be sharing them with you.

 

All of these cards can be found at my Ebay store. 

Kimberz Kreations

 

This week at the store, you can also find some new Sizzix Framelit Dies (circles, scallop circles and hearts).  They are a great price, so stop by and grab a deal!

 

 

Non-Traditional Colored Christmas Cards

We all love Christmas.  Some of us not as much as we used to, but there are not that many people in the world that can truly say that they hate the holidays.  That would be like hating Disney World.  You always see smiles at the holidays (and at Disney)!

 

I have always loved all the colors of the holidays.  From all the fall colors, all the way through Christmas.  But, sometimes, by the time that December 25th gets here, I have to admit, I am sick of seeing red and green.

 

Thank goodness these modern times allow each of us to have our own style.  Over the past few years, more and more you will find what are considered non-traditional Christmas colors.  You can find them on anything from cards to Christmas trees and everything in between.  It is no longer simply red, green, silver and gold.  Our society has introduced gorgeous colors like teal, pink, bright green, even black and so many others.

 

 

I am personally happy to see these colors in holiday cards and decorations.  In fact, I haven't even used the usual red and green in my decor in years.  My new favorites are teal blue, pinks and mint greens.  To see these colors together on your tree seems to brighten the entire room.  It is the same with your Christmas cards!

 

When you are creating, never be afraid to step outside of your (and anyone elses') comfort zone.  Some of the best projects come from someone stepping outside of the box.  This type of thinking is how Pinterest come about in the first place.

 

If you would like to see what Kimberz Kreations is up to next, you can always follow me on 

Pinterest or visit Kimberz Kreations' Ebay Store .  I always welcome your ideas and comments.

Bring on the Holidays

It's already beginning to be a busy holiday season here at Kimberz Kreations!

 

It is probably a good thing that I never have to photograph my craft room.  It is a disaster at the moment.  As with most creative types, I know exactly where everything is.  I could not say that about anyone else that tried to find anything in there.  My first project once the holidays are complete, reorganize that mess! (If I don't have enough and do it before then.)  Now you know my dirty little secret.

 

Back to why you are really here.  You got it!  New designs for Christmas.

I hope you enjoy these traditional colored cards.  They are fun with lots of sparkle and layers.

 

I am excited about a few ideas that are floating around in this creative head of mine.  If you are a creative type, you know what I mean.  You just can not concentrate on anything else until you get your ideas out.  I have been working on finishing a couple of other projects the past few days and I'm about to explode if I do not get them out.

 

The plan is:  Next week I hope to have completed a few cards trying out some new techniques.  I have always created by cards fairly simply using embellishments alone.  I want to try out a few things that I have noticed on Pinterest.  If you would like to see some of my Pinterest boards, follow me here:  Kimberz Kreations on Pinterest . 

 

Whether you have been following me or this is your first visit to my blog.  Welcome!  I am not the most professional blogger, but I like to have fun with it. 

 

I would love for you to visit my Ebay store.  I not only sell my handmade cards there, but I also sell a lot of embellishments and other craft items in order for you to get creative.  When I am out shopping for my own supplies, I often find great deals on quality products.  I love to share those great deals with others.  Stop by Kimberz Kreations Ebay Store to see the deals you can take advantage of.  New products and handmade cards are added often.

 

Thank you again for coming along with me on this journey.

Christmas Cards - New Designs Now Available!

New Christmas card designs are now available!

 

It is becoming evident that I may be a bit obsessed with Christmas cards.  I just can't stop making them.  When I am not making them, I am looking for new and inventive ways to make them.  Maybe I should be seeking a support group :). 

 

The newest designs are full of traditional and non-traditional colors.  I have attempted some new techniques, or new to me techniques.  Also, I have tried to add more layers and dimension to really make each card pop.

 

Unlike most card makers, I rarely make more than one of a particular design.  When I send out my holiday greetings every year, I want each person to feel the joy that I feel in picking that card out for them.  As it is a personal choice, I have never quite understood sending every person you know the exact same card.  How does that make them feel special to you?

 

 

As you know by now, if you like a particular design, you should act fast and visit my store on Ebay at: Kimberz Kreations .  These cards will go fast!

 

Because it is still early in the season, I am still taking special orders on Christmas cards.  Keep in mind that some cards cannot be replicated due to supply limitations.  (Some of the embellishments that I use may no longer be available.)  I am happy to fill orders using color combinations of your choice.

 

Don't delay in getting your orders in.  I will only consider special orders until October 30.

 

Keep watching to see what kreations will be available next.



It's Christmas in OCTOBER!

As I am currently working non-stop on Christmas greeting cards, it seems like it is Christmas everyday....at least in my heart.  In order to create these cards, I have to have some Christmas spirit.  You must always put your heart into whatever you are creating.

Have I actually listened to Christmas carols yet?  Why, yes, I have.

Here are some more cards I would like to share with you.

Many ask what products that I actually use when creating my cards.  First, I am do not give my creations to one company or the other.  I use the things that I like before I even pay attention to the name.  However, I do use alot of Stampin' Up and Sizzix products for stamping and die cutting.  

Many of my embellishments are either handmade/cut by myself or I use any product that will fit on the kreation I am currently working on.  I like to use alot of Michael's/Recollections brand because they provide great looking embellishments at the lowest prices I can find.

I have found that if you become completely partial to one brand, you will miss out on other great products that may be out there.  Always use the products that work best for you and your craft.

Time for you to stop by and visit us at Kimberz Kreations to see all my products.  I do not limit my store to my cards and kreations alone.  I also provide great prices on the same type of products that I use.  This way you can create your own beauties.