A Place to Start March 2023 Challenge

In mid-February, I got to be the guest crafter on Craft Roulette. It was incredible! I had so much fun and Mary and Stephen Gunn are the kindest people so I wanted to make an extra special thank you card. The interactive element was inspired by Caitlin Anthony (@CaitlinAnnaleeCards on YouTube) and her tutorial for the Card Maker's Success Summit.

The "A Place to Start" monthly challenge is anything goes, which I often think of as "everything" goes!

Size: A2

Featuring:

• Pink and Main, Floral Wings Stamp Set [SBC]

• Pink and Main, Floral Wings Die Set [SBC]

• Altenew, Fabulous Florets Stamp Set [SBC] [ALT]

• Altenew, Fabulous Florets Die Set [SBC] [ALT]

• Altenew, Fabulous Florets Stamp and Die Bundle [ALT]

• Spellbinders, Yana Special Sentiments Hot Foil [SPB] [SBC]

• Ohuhu, Alcohol Markers [AMZ]

• Spectrum Noir, Alcohol Marker Paper [AMZ]

• Stampin' Up, Hexagon Hives Background Die--Retired

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Everyday Tools:

I've been making cards for over ten years and there are a few things that get used on a daily basis. They make cardmaking more joyful for me. I hope this list is helpful for you. Some items are listed with an affiliate link which offers me a small commission at no cost to you (items noted with an asterisk), while others are linked here just because I think these products are the best!

• Ergonomic Bone Folder, Dress My Craft [SCB]*

• Scor-Pal, 1/8” Scor Board [SCB]*

• Misti Stamping Tool [SCB]*

• Craft Pick and Embellishment Wand--Trinity Stamps Pickup Stick [SCB]*

• Cottontail Embossing Powder Tool [RHD]*

• Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Manual Cutting Machine [SCB or SPL]*

• Tim Holtz 8.5” Mini Guillotine Trimmer [SCB]*

• Gemini Jr. Electronic Die Cutting Machine [SCB]*

• The Absorber Shammy Towel (Stamp Cleaner) [AMZ]

• Big Momma Foam Tape Roll [SSS](1mm thick, which is about half the thickness of most foam tape)

• Accent Opaque 120 lb. Cardstock [AMZ]

Thanks for checking out today's project! I hope you enjoy!

-Sara Lihz