Aug 9, 2013

Printable quilled thank you card and envelope


I'm so excited to introduce my new blog and paper direction! Paper Zen describes both how tranquil I feel when working with paper, and the enlightenment I hope my work gives others.



I'd like to thank all my previous readers of Crafting Creatures and any new ones who've found me here by giving you my quilled Thank You card. It's a printable PDF with score/cut marks to make a 6" x 4" card. It'll be for sale in my Etsy shop afterwards, so grab it while it's free.



I also designed a matching fillable envelope (simply type in the recipient's name). It has score marks and trimming outline as well.

 
I have always loved the retro look of banner ribbons, a vintage look that's come back in style big time. I used my Silhouette digital die cutter to cut the banner, then shaped it just so. A simple die punch made the flowers which I sculpted with a burnisher. The quilling is 3D, because I didn't glue it all down so it's more free flowing, casting soft shadows. Lastly I shot a photo of the layout, then added my text following the curve. I thought brides and grooms could also use this card to give their guests because yellow and grey seems to be quite a popular combination lately.


Until Aug 16, 2013, if you leave your email in a comment below, I'll send you a downloadable link for my printable card. If you have time, I'd be grateful for your thoughts on my new work, how it prints on your printer, or how the recipient enjoyed it – thanks!

23 comments:

  1. Thanks for the free card, and good luck with the new blog. I think your mystery box in the "All Things Paper" book is spectacular!

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  2. Aw, thanks SO much Stephanie! You're my first commenter on my new blog and you've made my day with such a compliment :D I remember seeing your work after Ann Martin blogged about your beautiful book folding techniques. I laughed so hard reading about your spider re-enactment!
    ~ Cecelia

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  3. Thanks Cecelia for the freebie. I'm not sure yet what I will do with it but I'm sure it won't be long before I think of something. I have enjoyed your other cards and will be following this blog.

    Julie
    I Create Purty Thangs

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    1. Hi Julie, thanks for leaving me a sweet note - the perfect way to start Friday evening! Thanks also for following me here! :D Cecelia

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  4. Hi Cecelia, loved your work and am following this blog. You have thought of such a perfect name 'Paper Zen' All your creations are so clean, without any need for over-embellishment and truly Zen like!!
    Hugs
    http://kalasirjana.blogspot.in/

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    1. Hi Suman, what a smile I have plastered on my face! Thank you for such a lovely comment; it was truly sweet to read. I have emailed you the file and hope you enjoy giving it to loved ones.
      Cecelia

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  5. love the new blog....love the new look

    can't wait to see what you have in store for us ♥

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    1. Hi Cheryl, so awesome to see you here. Thanks so much and yes, I can't wait to show what I've been working on too!
      Cecelia

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  6. Hello Cecelia!

    I like the look and the name of your new blog, I feel like it matches your style perfectly! I wanna wish you best of luck in your new venture!

    I will definitely continue to follow your work!

    Happy Crafting!
    Manu

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    1. Hi ManuK, I'm thrilled to see you here, thank you! I feel like a new me!

      Cecelia

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  8. Hi Cecelia!
    I love your paper crafts :) I have been obsessed with paper crafts lately and I like the way you present it, you inspire me. I would like to try your thank you card printable. You can contact me via my email bon-12345@hotmail.com
    Good luck on your new blog!

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    1. Hi Bonn bon, thanks so much! I've sent you a link to your email. Have fun crafting!
      Cecelia

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  9. Hi Cecilia,

    What a cute project! I love it so much that I decided to feature it in our roundup of thank you crafts! Check it out here: http://www.favecrafts.com/blog/fc/thank-you-crafts/

    Have a great day!

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    1. Hi Julia, hey that's awesome to hear! I'm totally thrilled and honored! You've made my day - thanks!

      Cecelia

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  10. Hello Cecelia,
    I'm norma, i'm Mexican and i'm on vacation in LA. I started doing qquilling in my town Pachuca, where qquilling is not well known. I'm looking for a store in LA where I c an buy material and tools. Do you have any idea where I can go? Do you sale online? Thank you in advance

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  11. Hello Cecelia,
    I'm norma, i'm Mexican and i'm on vacation in LA. I started doing qquilling in my town Pachuca, where qquilling is not well known. I'm looking for a store in LA where I c an buy material and tools. Do you have any idea where I can go? Do you sale online? Thank you in advance

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    1. Hola Normangelica! I'm sorry but I don't live in LA so I don't know where one can buy quilling supplies. I buy mine from Amazon because I don't sell supplies. Best of luck!

      Cecelia

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  12. I started doing qquilling in my town Pachuca, where quilling card is not well known. I'm looking for a store in LA where I c an buy material and tools.

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    1. Hello Cam, I'm happy to hear you are practicing quilling in Pachuca and hope it does eventually grow in popularity. I'm sorry I can't suggest places in LA to buy materials because I don't live there. I hope you'll be able to source it via the internet.
      Cecelia

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  15. Thanks for Free quilling card. I wish I could make a such beautiful card like you!

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