Saturday, December 13, 2008

How about a little old school...

Yay! I love old school stuff, lol! Remember MONEY card holders? I used to love seeing those skinny looking envelopes with my name on it, haha! Cause you knew exactly what it was and could start making your list then! Anyways, instead of giving plastic this year (lot of gift card theft going on around here) I am giving my nephews MOOOlah! So I came up with this holder for it:





I took a piece of cardstock measuring 9" x 6 1/2" and scored the 9" side at 3" and 6". On the far right scored panel, I measured down about 1 1/2" and cut that section out and also used corner rounder scissors to round that one corner. I put tacky tape on the very bottom edge so the money wouldnt slip out the bottom there too. I put the patterned paper down before doing that also. Super simple and works! I know that my sisters and brothers boys eyes will light up with money! LOL! I got one more to do and those will be all done. That's for MY side of the family..DH side a different story...its so HUGE, we just get together and play that game where you put #'s on the presents and you can get someone elses if you want..I forget what it's called though!

Ok, that's it for today! I'm getting more used to my camera, these were taken with it, but still outside. Havent got the light box set up yet, got to find a place for it first, lol. Not sure if I am going to like it or not...will let you know! LOL! Have a wonderful weekend!
--CAT
Card Details:
Stamps: Funky Christmas, Seasonal Sayings from Gina K Designs
Papers: SU! cardstock, AC patterned paper
Accessories: label one die, ribbon, koh-i-noor pencils, copic markers, spica glitter pens, pop dots, scallop edge punch, glitter, glue pen, pop dots, tacky tape, corner rounder scissors, scor-pal, metallic rub paste, white chalk ink.

12 comments:

  1. Oh fun! Funny that money holders are old school, cute cards.

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  2. Cat, I love these. You are so creative. Great coloring and design.

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  3. What a fun money holder! Great idea Cat and I love your coloring of the snowman and Santa going down the chimney.

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  4. Way to go Cat! I remember those days too! Our kids are getting that this year and I thank you much for the instructions! ~chris

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  5. What a GREAT idea!!!! I'm sooo with ya on knowing just what those skinny cards were!!! LOL

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  6. This is so timely! I am giving my nephew money! I agree..I am staying away from gift cards with so many stores going out of business! Cash rules!!

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  7. those are great, Cat! one size fits all with the almighty dollar! I have yet to use my santa legs in the chimney stamp but I'm nearly burnt out of making Christmas cards! ugh. thanks for sharing your money holders!

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  8. What a great money holder, love the card, thanks.

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  9. Super great Cat--what a beautiful way to dress up money! Happy Holidays!

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  10. Hey, these are so adorable!! Old school or not - money is always a great gift and I love your money card holders!

    Sorry I haven't been over to visit lately... I've been looking through your older posts and can't believe all the great stuff I've missed out on!

    Merry Christmas, Cathy!!

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  11. How are you doingl, Cat. Your gift holdersare just so darn cute and beautiful too! Love them both!

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