I’m getting some great tips from this series! I’m so glad I found your channel! 💕 I had hand surgery at the base of my thumb in September and during my rehab, I made my Christmas cards! I was bound and determined I wouldn’t be down for long! I shocked my orthopedic surgeon and my physical therapist! I’m praying for a successful outcome for you!
Thanks Ellen - Just let your imagination take hold and don't think on it too long. Ephemera out of Leftovers can really use up some scraps and save you some $$!!
@@SeniorSusieStampsYou sound like Tracey & Bill from Mindless Crafting. They're always telling us not to over-think things when we're creatin'. Love you and them.
Hello Julia. Wonderful watching your process and I laugh so hard when we make the same decisions. My husband thinks I am talking to someone, not a screen. 😂Well I am. I am enjoying every minute of it as well. 😊 You are so organized and it will make all the difference when you have to make these up one handed. Hoping you heal up well and quickly and praying for your surgery to be successful. xx
Hi Kaye! I am glad I crack you up because sometimes I crack myself up. It's crazy I know. I'll be back as soon as possible. And will post one more Sundays with Susie or possibly two...Thank you for your prayers I appreciate it very much.
Hi Joni - I certainly understand throwing those bits and bobs away - it's much easier than trying to make something of them. But the paper was all coordinated nicely so everything worked out. I think if you try it sometime when you are not pushed to make a bunch of cards, you will really enjoy the process. I would definitely start with flower clusters - they are the easiest, and you can add a little mini sentiment easily.
You amaze me with the ideas that you come up with! Taping the strip to the other paper so it is easier to get into the punch is fantastic. I never thought of that but I can see where it really helps. Having so many tools available also helps, like the punches, twine , etc. sure makes a difference. Great tips and I am sure glad I found your channel! Thanks!
LOL - You know I hate to throw away paper and that's the only way I can get it punched! I'm glad you are finding interesting and Helpful content here. Let me know if you have any questions. Did you find the facebook page? I know I have some Susan followers. 🙂 facebook.com/seniorsusiestamps/
@@SeniorSusieStamps I have already gone to your facebook page and signed up as a follower. You do such creative things with even the smallest piece of scrap. It's amazing! I can see where having many of our tools, like punches, etc. available when we make our cards is very helpful. If I do not see an item, it becomes out of sight, out of mind. LOL! You inspire me to start keeping my scraps organized and to use them. Thanks so much!🙂
Beautiful cards Julia. I love the way you make up a heap of cards and send them to home, for the inmates to use. I have a nursing home near me , I will make up some cards and give them to home for the inmates to use. I will send you a picture of them so you can see what I make. 🐞🇦🇺
Thank you Nina - and I am glad you are inspired to send cards to a nursing home. Perhaps contact the activities director and see if they have a handwriting activity. That's where they use mine.
Oh Yeah!! I totally agree! Funny story about those, I think my Mom ordered them from Publishers Clearing house. We found about 5 pairs is her house!! LOL
Susie, these are some great tips! I've save those little sample squares of what comes in certain Scrapbooking kits and thanks to you I can now make use of them!
Hi Julia, I loved watching you use up the bits and bobs and making such great ephemera pieces for the Valentine's cards -- great job. I hope all goes well with your upcoming surgery and wish you a speedy recovery. We will all look forward to your videos once you are feeling up to it. Take care. 😊🇨🇦
Howdy Hoo - How are You?! Weren't these fun? I can't wait to get started on those card packets. But I am working on some other things first to make sure the studio is ready for One-Hand Julia...I think I need an eye patch to go with the sling LOL! Thank you for your good wishes I really appreciate it!
Love this scrap series and am sad to see it end! So pleased you didn't fast forward the process! I can put some great cards together, but sometimes struggle with trying to find a topper. Thanks for this wonderful series and all the work you put in to making these videos! Couldn't find a blog site or anywhere I could send you a picture or two...good luck with your surgery, heal well and soon!
Hi Lucinda - I will probably do another scrap series in the Spring. So, don't be sad! I love making cards and using all the paper pieces I can so I don't waste much as you can probably tell. You can post pic to me through the Facebook page, facebook messenger or my email. I look forward to hearing from you soon. facebook.com/seniorsusiestamps/ seniorsusiestamps@gmail.com
Great minds thinking alike again! I just pulled out the Valentines day things this morning so I can start the process of building the ephemera from the left over pieces from last year. You are not old fashion in your way of thinking to be mindful of the sentiments used. I donate to a local radio stations card drive for some local senior homes and I am always very mindful of the sentiments used on my cards. Your ephemera is really cute and that is a great idea to do kits so you can still create after your procedure!
Hey Maureen - It's nice to know I am not the only one starting Valentines!! Can't wait to see some of yours. What papers are you finishing up? I just went through the 55 card packets and realized I am going to need to stamp some sentiments to overlay some of the Echo Park ephemera I used. So, back to the drawing board. But I did get the stickers put on the back which is kind of a 2 handed job. Yay!
@@SeniorSusieStamps Sadly, I ended up making more scraps instead of eliminating scraps. There's always next year right? I am using a Stampin Up pack from a year or so ago and just decided I needed to add 18 more to the 60 that I already planned. lol! I am glad you are getting your two handed tasks out of the way and will be praying for a successful procedure for you so you can get back to crafting in short order!
Hi Julia, these cards look so nice. I'm going to try to make one or two. When I first saw them, they looked like they would be too complicated for me but, your process videos are easy to follow and learn from. Thanks and take good care.
Hi Lilly - I'm glad to hear that! I always try to talk through the process just like I would if you were here in the studio with me! I think the hardest part of Ephemera Out of Leftovers is just the starting point. Drag your stuff out and pick something up and you'll be on your way!!
Hi Maria - Welcome to My Channel!! There is a lot of content on the channel already. And I try to put out a new video weekly - Sunday in the USA. So, come back soon!!
Hi Julia, 💖 Julia, you make so many cards not only for yourself, but for the residents at the local nursing homes. What I love is your organisation in getting your targets achieved. As your cards had very busy backgrounds, and ephemera you certainly needed to add the white areas. Even though I do not make Valentine's Day cards this video is perfect and has given me an idea as to how to tackle all the birthday cards I need to make for next year. This is brilliant... thank you Julia. I have already prepared my card bases a white standard A6 size card suitable for posting in Australia. I am going to prepare all the coloured papers, and toppers or stamped images etc, and then have them together with the envelopes unassembled, and place them in a box or something similar just like you have shown in this video. This way I can change things or add prior to assembling the cards. For me that is a game changer... happy days! 😀 I noticed that you were using your new TH trimmer... they are wonderful to use. When I make some of my birthday cards, I must remember to use the TH deckle trimmer as well. Yes, I am counting down the days until your surgery, and I continue to pray that all goes well. 🙏 Please take all the time that you need to recover, and we all look forward to your return. The most important thing is to look after you! God's richest blessings, love and hugs from Aussie Gloria. 🥰💐💖💝💕
Oh Gloria - I am delighted to have inspired your Birthday Card project in some small way. I am so proud of you for stretching your skills and take on this commitment!! I know the recipients will love your cards! Funny thing about that trimmer...I had really gotten used to the other one, and liked it very much after my DIY modification. However, the TH is still my trimmer of choice! Blessings to you today and always, Julia
I have small items in Altoid mint tins from my sister. About 90 last count. No danger of accidentally opening. All labeled and alphabetized. Love the ephemera!
Once again, you are such an inspiration! You always seem to make so much out of seemingly nothing!!!! You have made it so much more fun for me to play with scraps! God bless you with the surgery. I can tell everything will be great!
Hi Claudia! Thank you - so Happy you are inspired. I just can't bear to throw those little bits and bobs out. It wouldn't surprise me to use most all of the leftovers inside the cards - time will tell! Thank you for your prayers, I greatly appreciate it.
Since I don't see mine. I found out you can use magazines. I fancy cut them and used on cards. It is only certain magazines but I can get a lot. It has helped me since . I am 74 and a disabled widow
So clever and cute!!! Love ALL of the mini embellishments!!! I have a pair of fringe scissors and forget to use them. I also forget to look at the packaging. I've really enjoyed this series!!! Do you know who makes that small tag punch?
Hi Kathleen - I found that tag punch just recently on ebay it is an old Stampin Up punch. Probably retired, but I am not positive about that. Great size for using those little cube scraps I can tell you. I keep my fringe scissors ready at the waiting and forget to use them too - LOL!! But some things just scream fringe. Funny story my Mother got those from Publishers Clearinghouse years ago - I have 3 pair and gave away a few. She got hooked on those sale things hoping for a big payday. But I use them!! And it's a good memory for me.
Hi Esther! Welcome to My Channel. There is plenty of content on the channel to go back watch if you like. I try to put a Sunday afternoon (USA) video out each week, so Come Back Soon!!
What you said about thinking some of the valentine's sentiments might be misconstrued--You're not old-fashioned--You're just very decent and I feel the same way as you. I don't buy stamp sets because of the sentiments so much as I buy them for the images I can use. I computer-generate my own sentiments, usually, rather than stamp some of the, "punny," sentiments that abound because it's just too much, anymore. I love puns, but 🥰enough is enough, sometimes.
I’m getting some great tips from this series! I’m so glad I found your channel! 💕 I had hand surgery at the base of my thumb in September and during my rehab, I made my Christmas cards! I was bound and determined I wouldn’t be down for long! I shocked my orthopedic surgeon and my physical therapist! I’m praying for a successful outcome for you!
Thank you Lisa and Thank you for the encouragement and prayers - I truly appreciate it!!!
Me too! AMEN
Wow!!! you are an amazing card maker! I love to watch you use us scraps and turn out beautiful cards. Thank you
Thanks Ellen - Just let your imagination take hold and don't think on it too long. Ephemera out of Leftovers can really use up some scraps and save you some $$!!
@@SeniorSusieStampsYou sound like Tracey & Bill from Mindless Crafting. They're always telling us not to over-think things when we're creatin'. Love you and them.
@@mawmawvee Me too! I think we think ourselves into a corner of indecision sometimes. It's not worth the agony!! LOL I'm too old for that!!
Thank you for zooming in on the work surface. It really helped me enjoy yhe video to the fullest
Glad it was helpful - I have been struggling with that a bit, because it tends to go fuzzy. So I wasn't sure... I appreciate your comment!!
Hello Julia. Wonderful watching your process and I laugh so hard when we make the same decisions. My husband thinks I am talking to someone, not a screen. 😂Well I am. I am enjoying every minute of it as well. 😊 You are so organized and it will make all the difference when you have to make these up one handed. Hoping you heal up well and quickly and praying for your surgery to be successful. xx
Hi Kaye! I am glad I crack you up because sometimes I crack myself up. It's crazy I know. I'll be back as soon as possible. And will post one more Sundays with Susie or possibly two...Thank you for your prayers I appreciate it very much.
You are Amazing! I feel so wasteful because I don't usually bother with my scraps. You are so creative. God Bless
Hi Joni - I certainly understand throwing those bits and bobs away - it's much easier than trying to make something of them. But the paper was all coordinated nicely so everything worked out. I think if you try it sometime when you are not pushed to make a bunch of cards, you will really enjoy the process. I would definitely start with flower clusters - they are the easiest, and you can add a little mini sentiment easily.
All the best for your surgery, will miss your videos but careful recovery is the most important thing xx
Thank you Sandy! I will be back soon. I really enjoy these videos. It's a great teaching platform for what I love doing!!
You amaze me with the ideas that you come up with! Taping the strip to the other paper so it is easier to get into the punch is fantastic. I never thought of that but I can see where it really helps. Having so many tools available also helps, like the punches, twine , etc. sure makes a difference. Great tips and I am sure glad I found your channel! Thanks!
LOL - You know I hate to throw away paper and that's the only way I can get it punched! I'm glad you are finding interesting and Helpful content here. Let me know if you have any questions. Did you find the facebook page? I know I have some Susan followers. 🙂 facebook.com/seniorsusiestamps/
@@SeniorSusieStamps I have already gone to your facebook page and signed up as a follower. You do such creative things with even the smallest piece of scrap. It's amazing! I can see where having many of our tools, like punches, etc. available when we make our cards is very helpful. If I do not see an item, it becomes out of sight, out of mind. LOL! You inspire me to start keeping my scraps organized and to use them. Thanks so much!🙂
Beautiful cards Julia. I love the way you make up a heap of cards and send them to home, for the inmates to use. I have a nursing home near me , I will make up some cards and give them to home for the inmates to use. I will send you a picture of them so you can see what I make. 🐞🇦🇺
Thank you Nina - and I am glad you are inspired to send cards to a nursing home. Perhaps contact the activities director and see if they have a handwriting activity. That's where they use mine.
😮 the fringe scissors?! I have never seen that before! Wow how fun.
Oh Yeah!! I totally agree! Funny story about those, I think my Mom ordered them from Publishers Clearing house. We found about 5 pairs is her house!! LOL
You may be able to get at JoAnn's. I got some at Walmart one time in the sewing department
I really enjoyed your scrap series, Julia--great tips and inspiration!!
I'm so glad! I will do another one in the Spring sometime...
Susie, these are some great tips! I've save those little sample squares of what comes in certain Scrapbooking kits and thanks to you I can now make use of them!
Hi Roxanne - I am so glad you found it useful!! I love Leftovers!!
L love the way you use the white cardstock strip to hold the scraps to punch! Great idea, I will be stealing that tip.😄😄😇
Hi Barbara - Oh yes please do! It makes those little scraps much more useable...
Hi Julia, I loved watching you use up the bits and bobs and making such great ephemera pieces for the Valentine's cards -- great job. I hope all goes well with your upcoming surgery and wish you a speedy recovery. We will all look forward to your videos once you are feeling up to it. Take care. 😊🇨🇦
Howdy Hoo - How are You?! Weren't these fun? I can't wait to get started on those card packets. But I am working on some other things first to make sure the studio is ready for One-Hand Julia...I think I need an eye patch to go with the sling LOL! Thank you for your good wishes I really appreciate it!
Love this scrap series and am sad to see it end! So pleased you didn't fast forward the process! I can put some great cards together, but sometimes struggle with trying to find a topper.
Thanks for this wonderful series and all the work you put in to making these videos!
Couldn't find a blog site or anywhere I could send you a picture or two...good luck with your surgery, heal well and soon!
Hi Lucinda - I will probably do another scrap series in the Spring. So, don't be sad! I love making cards and using all the paper pieces I can so I don't waste much as you can probably tell. You can post pic to me through the Facebook page, facebook messenger or my email. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
facebook.com/seniorsusiestamps/
seniorsusiestamps@gmail.com
Great minds thinking alike again! I just pulled out the Valentines day things this morning so I can start the process of building the ephemera from the left over pieces from last year. You are not old fashion in your way of thinking to be mindful of the sentiments used. I donate to a local radio stations card drive for some local senior homes and I am always very mindful of the sentiments used on my cards. Your ephemera is really cute and that is a great idea to do kits so you can still create after your procedure!
Hey Maureen - It's nice to know I am not the only one starting Valentines!! Can't wait to see some of yours. What papers are you finishing up? I just went through the 55 card packets and realized I am going to need to stamp some sentiments to overlay some of the Echo Park ephemera I used. So, back to the drawing board. But I did get the stickers put on the back which is kind of a 2 handed job. Yay!
@@SeniorSusieStamps Sadly, I ended up making more scraps instead of eliminating scraps. There's always next year right? I am using a Stampin Up pack from a year or so ago and just decided I needed to add 18 more to the 60 that I already planned. lol! I am glad you are getting your two handed tasks out of the way and will be praying for a successful procedure for you so you can get back to crafting in short order!
Hi Julia, these cards look so nice. I'm going to try to make one or two. When I first saw them, they looked like they would be too complicated for me but, your process videos are easy to follow and learn from. Thanks and take good care.
Hi Lilly - I'm glad to hear that! I always try to talk through the process just like I would if you were here in the studio with me! I think the hardest part of Ephemera Out of Leftovers is just the starting point. Drag your stuff out and pick something up and you'll be on your way!!
You’re so creative 😊. I just found your channel and I’m enjoying watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your process!
Hi Maria - Welcome to My Channel!! There is a lot of content on the channel already. And I try to put out a new video weekly - Sunday in the USA. So, come back soon!!
I always enjoy your videos! Your Inspiration and humor are such a blessing!
Elaine - You are so kind - Thank you!
I love this video. I always have bits and pieces that I hate to waste. But don't know what to do with.
Don't we all?? It's just part of the craft. I think scrap use 101 should be a prerequisite before buying the first sheet of paper LOL!!!
Hi Julia, 💖
Julia, you make so many cards not only for yourself, but for the residents at the local nursing homes. What I love is your organisation in getting your targets achieved.
As your cards had very busy backgrounds, and ephemera you certainly needed to add the white areas.
Even though I do not make Valentine's Day cards this video is perfect and has given me an idea as to how to tackle all the birthday cards I need to make for next year. This is brilliant... thank you Julia. I have already prepared my card bases a white standard A6 size card suitable for posting in Australia. I am going to prepare all the coloured papers, and toppers or stamped images etc, and then have them together with the envelopes unassembled, and place them in a box or something similar just like you have shown in this video. This way I can change things or add prior to assembling the cards. For me that is a game changer... happy days! 😀
I noticed that you were using your new TH trimmer... they are wonderful to use. When I make some of my birthday cards, I must remember to use the TH deckle trimmer as well.
Yes, I am counting down the days until your surgery, and I continue to pray that all goes well. 🙏 Please take all the time that you need to recover, and we all look forward to your return. The most important thing is to look after you!
God's richest blessings, love and hugs from Aussie Gloria. 🥰💐💖💝💕
Oh Gloria - I am delighted to have inspired your Birthday Card project in some small way. I am so proud of you for stretching your skills and take on this commitment!! I know the recipients will love your cards!
Funny thing about that trimmer...I had really gotten used to the other one, and liked it very much after my DIY modification. However, the TH is still my trimmer of choice!
Blessings to you today and always, Julia
I have small items in Altoid mint tins from my sister. About 90 last count. No danger of accidentally opening. All labeled and alphabetized. Love the ephemera!
Great idea Nancy! Someone must really like Altoids in your family!! And you are right about the little locking lid on those!!
She had saved them for a long time ; knew someday someone could use them!
@@nancytabor8302 I know that makes them special to you too!
Once again, you are such an inspiration! You always seem to make so much out of seemingly nothing!!!! You have made it so much more fun for me to play with scraps! God bless you with the surgery. I can tell everything will be great!
Hi Claudia! Thank you - so Happy you are inspired. I just can't bear to throw those little bits and bobs out. It wouldn't surprise me to use most all of the leftovers inside the cards - time will tell! Thank you for your prayers, I greatly appreciate it.
Thank you for your inspiration and good luck with your surgery
I never buy matching ephemera so I always make my own. This looks like me making matching embellishments
I think it helps to use up some of those scraps for sure!
Since I don't see mine. I found out you can use magazines. I fancy cut them and used on cards. It is only certain magazines but I can get a lot. It has helped me since . I am 74 and a disabled widow
Tfs how you use every little scrap. Good luck with your surgery x
Thanks Ruth! I will be back as soon as I can.
Best of luck with your surgery
Thank you Johanne and Welcome to My Channel! I hope you'll Come Back Soon!
So clever and cute!!! Love ALL of the mini embellishments!!! I have a pair of fringe scissors and forget to use them. I also forget to look at the packaging. I've really enjoyed this series!!! Do you know who makes that small tag punch?
Hi Kathleen - I found that tag punch just recently on ebay it is an old Stampin Up punch. Probably retired, but I am not positive about that. Great size for using those little cube scraps I can tell you. I keep my fringe scissors ready at the waiting and forget to use them too - LOL!! But some things just scream fringe. Funny story my Mother got those from Publishers Clearinghouse years ago - I have 3 pair and gave away a few. She got hooked on those sale things hoping for a big payday. But I use them!! And it's a good memory for me.
I just found your You are so creative.
Hi Esther! Welcome to My Channel. There is plenty of content on the channel to go back watch if you like. I try to put a Sunday afternoon (USA) video out each week, so Come Back Soon!!
What you said about thinking some of the valentine's sentiments might be misconstrued--You're not old-fashioned--You're just very decent and I feel the same way as you. I don't buy stamp sets because of the sentiments so much as I buy them for the images I can use. I computer-generate my own sentiments, usually, rather than stamp some of the, "punny," sentiments that abound because it's just too much, anymore. I love puns, but 🥰enough is enough, sometimes.
Well said!
@@SeniorSusieStampsThank you so much.
I'm very cognizant, especially at Christma, not knowing the faith.