Each section of this inspiring book provides full information about the materials and techniques need for a particular cardmaking craft, followed by step-by-step demonstrations showing how to make beautiful greetings cards. The crafts covered include card and thread, quilling, watercolour, silk ribbon embroidery, beading and using glitter.

Includes several sections, each of which provides information about the materials and techniques needed for a particular cardmaking craft, followed by step-by-step demonstrations showing how to make greetings cards.

Nine creative crafters show how techniques as diverse as peel-off, silk painting, lace and embroidery plus many more, can be used to make beautiful, vibrant cards. This extensive collection provides a ready reference for a whole range of techniques and is the perfect way to sample new crafts. Each of the projects is clearly explained with simple step-by-step photography.

Nine creative crafters show how techniques as diverse as peel-off, silk painting, lace and embroidery plus many more, can be used to make beautiful, vibrant cards. This extensive collection provides a ready reference for a whole range of techniques and is the perfect way to sample new crafts. Each of the projects is clearly explained with simple step-by-step photography.

This new cardmaking compendium comprises material from the following 18 titles in the Handmade Greetings Card series: Punched Cards, Embossed Cards, Eyelet Cards, Glitter Cards, Metal & Wire Cards Polymer Clay Cards, Silk Ribbon Cards, Card & Thread Cards, Quick Parchment Cards, Glass Painted Cards, Tea Bag Folded Cards, Peel-Off Cards, Rubber Stamped Cards, Watercolour Cards, Beaded Cards, Quilled Cards, Three-Dimensional Cards and Iris Folded Cards. The compendium features the introductions and techniques sections from the original titles with projects that have not appeared in any previous compendium. Together they make an exhaustive guide to cardmaking techniques that will inspire beginners and experienced craftspeople alike.

Learning paper-crafting techniques to make one-of-a-kind cards has never been simpler or more fun. Each letter of the alphabet represents a different technique, from Appliqués to Zigzags, that you can master while creating an orginal project. You'll be able to fashion the perfect card for every occasion and special person in your life.--From publisher description.

Introducing current, popular coloring methods for card making, this guide is divided into three instructional chapters that showcase a specific medium—watercolor, colored pencils, and alcohol ink. With an introduction to each medium, every one of the eye-catching designs in this book include a detailed walk through, a materials list, and coloring tips. A special section on how to accentuate designs includes suggested use for glitter pens and gel pens as well as techniques on shading and creating texture. Projects include Fairy Thanks, Meowy Christmas, Geranium Get Well, Secret Fishing Spot, Beary Happy Birthday, Sharing a Cookie, and Special Friends.