Take a break from fall to think about the winter holidays for just a moment. Yes, we know it is too early for Christmas and Hanukkah, but we want you to have plenty of time to complete your cards. The decorative papers, glitter, sequins and other accessories needed to put your personal spin on your cards are in the stores now and if you wait too long, they will be sold out. So, today, we
invite you to stop for a moment and see what amazing cards you can create using the Mosaic Moments System. And we have a plethora of ideas to show you! Check it out ...
How easy is this one? Grab some patterned paper, add some adorable embossed fir trees and it's done. Super simple and super easy.
SnapFixTip: Look for 6x6 paper pads from your favorite manufacturers. They typically have smaller patterns that work better on the grid cards. And many include sentiments, as well.
Use the Corner Tile Die to create unique stripes across your card. Add a sentiment to the center and it's ready to mail.
SnapFixTip: The loops on this one were created using a Martha Stewart punch, but you could use any punch that makes a long strip. Then, you can use scissors to trim it to fit the grid, or use your Corner Tile Die to cut them apart.
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Be sure to click the link below to read this blog post. Candy, Paije, and Jodi have created 12 additional card layouts to inspire you -- including many that are perfect for framing a family photo or picture of the kids, grandkids or pets.
This one is actually simple to create, but it looks rather complex. The trick is to use multiple colors and repetition.
SnapFix Tip: This design could work for other holidays, as well. Simply replace the star in the center with an element that fit your special day -- a present, a tree, a wreath, a flag. Anything will work.
Since we are working on the same Grid we use in our layouts, Cornerstones (laser cut images) fit our Grid Cards, as well. And, there are dozens and dozens of them to pick from. While each Cornerstone comes with a background, the two pieces are not attached, so you can easily change out the background to match your design.
SnapFix Tip: Details take your cards from nice to amazing. Notice how Paije added color to her Menorah above. You could get a similar look easily with a marker or pen.
We love to receive photos during the holidays. Frame dies give us the ability to include a photo in a unique way. There are lots of shapes to choose from, so you are bound to find one that fits your family perfectly.
SnapFix Tip: Mosaic Moments offers four different alphabet fonts. This one, Alphabet 3, provides a bit of whimsy to your design. Changing the font will change the feel of your layout. So, if you want something a little more formal, try Alphabet 2.
This fun card could be used for any season or event, simply by changing out the paper. The Argyle Die Set creates some interesting shapes when repeated and that center diamond is perfect as an accent.
SnapFix Tip: If desired, you could add a sentiment along the bottom of the card.
Circles are a fun contrast to the straight lines typically found on the Grid. This card, though it takes just minutes to make, showcases six different framed photos. You could show off your decor, include seasonal scenes or feature each member of your family. How much fun!
SnapFix Tip: Instead of photos, this design would also work well with stamped images, stickers, chipboard or even patterned paper.
This card is made fantastic by its use of white. Since the base of the card is white, picking up a bit of that color, like the scallop mat Paije used here, brings it all together and makes it look very professional.
SnapFix Tip: Take close-up pictures of your decor to create a similar look. You could also look for free clip art online and use that to create your background image.
Decorative dies, like the wreath above, make quite a statement when surrounded by unique designs created by the Clover Die Set. You could use any of the 2x2 decorative dies in this layout -- or substitute a Cornerstone.
SnapFix Tip: Try coordinating sticker letters for the sentiment.
On the Mosaic Moments Blog, Andrea shares five more ideas for creating Christmas Cards using the Mosaic Moments Greeting Cards. Get complete instructions for each one by clicking the link below.
