MemoryDex meets Color Fresh Paper Line
MemoryDex is still all the rage.
There are so many of you creatives out there cranking out all the love for MemoryDex and posting your creations. It’s been super fun to be a part of. You all are so motivating!!!
The groups and creatives out there soaking up this paper craft phenom are going so strong.
It’s an awesome thing to see so many get their create on.
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Who has the punch?
Today I am going to share a couple more cards touting all the MemoryDex things.
The dies.
The punch.
The vibe.
This first card, well, it’s to me a classic MemoryDex card. Not only are these cards a paper crafting trend right now, but so are rolled flowers. Rolled flowers are found on cards, home decor (check this beauty out), scrap pages…and…MemoryDex!
Taking a couple of rolled flower cut files, several flowers were cut out on my Silhouette machine.
Once rolled and hot glued in place, they were styled on Color Fresh pattern paper that had been die cut with the Tab Die.
This next card is becoming a technique that is showing up more often in my Memory Dex curated card collection (say that five times fast!).
The Color Fresh Paper Line includes a 12x12 Die Cut Cheetah paper. By trimming out a 3x4-inch piece on the edge I was then able to use the MemDex Punch. This enabled the card to be able to sit in the Spinner.
Here’s the technique, though: Using Clear Acetate I also punched the same size card. The acetate is a great see through backer. But it also gives the card more structure and ability to sit in the Spinner and not fall out. Because we don’t need nothin’ to be fallin’ out.
Oh…and of course that cutey little cute Mini Envelope Punch gave the card it’s embellished focal point. Hmmm…I love these so much.
Next!!! The last card in this mini card series (I like to make either 3 or 5’s of a series of anything).
That cheetah print from Color Fresh though. Am I wrong?
This card is super simple. And also uses the Memory Dex Punch to do the work.
For this third card I punched two different circles from the pattern paper.
Then I just layered some notched flags banners onto the center. The gold puffy Stickers holds a great assortment of hearts and they found their way on this card too.
Ta dah!!!
One collection.
Three cards.
Glorious Memory Dex.
See below for all the supplies used to craft these amazing cards.
And one more thing...
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And one more thing...
Leave a comment for a chance to win a MemoryDex prize package:
This prize package includes a set of the MemoryDex Dies. Plus several sets of MemoryDex cards...plus...extra pretty stuff!!!
Leave comment by Saturday April 27 right here on this blog.
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Love these! Memorydex is my favorite and your cards are always gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThank you!!! You are very kind. Super happy you are enjoying MemoryDex!!!
DeleteYou are very welcome.
DeleteLove this! Haven’t made one in years so looks like it’s about time.
ReplyDeleteOh yes indeed! It IS time. Get it on, girl. And just have fun!!!
DeleteI can't wait to see what you do next. My usual colors are RED, WHITE and BLACK. But you are encouraging me to branch out..and go for pink's, and more! Thank you for sharing all you do. I'll be using your ideas for my church young women that I teach. They will love these!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what I do next either...ha ha !!! And that is so great to hear...you breaking out to new colors. That's what it's all about, right? And that makes me so happy you have ideas for sharing with your young women. That is so great. Thank you for telling me.
DeleteTime to unbox and start creating! Your cards are lovely and inspiring!
ReplyDeleteI could not agree more. And by unbox I would assume to mean you already have in your possession and the stash is just staring at you longing for some play time? Yes. It is time!
DeleteLove,love,love!!! Thanks so much for sharing your memorydex creations they're always beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou've inspired me to create something pretty today.
I love hearing that!!! Glad you took time to be creative.
DeleteI love the Memorydex and your designs! I am creating one for my 10 year old granddaughter with all of her favorite things and of course, all girly things.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful idea. Thanks for sharing. Love that idea so much!!!
DeleteOh I loved that circle memorydex card!!! And of course the mini envelope!!!
ReplyDeleteWho am I minding. They are all so gorgeous!! ��
It's like you can't just make one...cause another idea always pops up and you have to do that one too. Thank you. And glad you stopped in!
DeleteOh definitely! I think that’s what I love so much about them. You can have heaps of ideas and do them all! And then display them!! It’s fabulous!!
DeletePlus you can add photos too! So very unlimiting!
Jamie, seeing your emails in my inbox each week has inspired me get back in my craft studio and start making pretty stuff. My parents passed away a few years ago and I just kinda lost any sort of motivation to create. I was so excited to hear American Crafts was bringing the Memorydex back!! I only had the Memorydex spinner at the time and no way to find anything else. Thanks for all of your inspiration! It's exactly what this girl needed!
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DeleteWhat a beautiful thing to say. So sorry to hear your parents are gone. I have observed friends loose children and siblings and parents and even husbands and it is just so hard for them to get back into that creative place. They don't want to document life without them in their life. So you are not alone. But I also know how wonderful it is to craft with your hands, to have that quiet time of creativity, and something to show for it at the end. Thank you so much for sharing your heart. You humble me.
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ReplyDeleteI, too, am sooo excited that the Memorydex system and products are available again!! I became a fan too late in the game before so now I can suit up and participate!! I always enjoy your posts, Jamie. You inspire! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Valerie. And aren't you glad for second chances! Have so much fun. There is lots of MemDex inspo out there waiting for you to play.
DeleteI love the “Rolodex” style and have had a Pinterest board even though I haven’t had the opportunity to create my own. I enjoy your feminine expression through design and colors. Thanks for sharing all your talents!
ReplyDeleteCrossing my fingers and wishing everyone the best of luck.
Hey Karey...Thank you for stopping in. All that inspiration, right? Hoping you get the opportunity to play and create. And thank you for your kind words.
DeleteThe cards you created are so beautiful! I just love how you added rolled flowers to one of them; so pretty. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you. I just keep doing that. The rolled flowers that is. It just does not get old. You may be seeing that again still. Thank you for stopping in.
DeleteI love making Memory Dex cards. I love the addition of adding the rolled flowers. Beautiful work.
ReplyDeleteYes! Thank you! Keep on makin' them. Glad you stopped in today.
DeleteI don’t have a memory dex but I love looking at them. Love you rolled flowers.
ReplyDeleteWell. Fingers crossed then, right? Once you try these addicting cards you will love them.
DeleteOh my goodness, I'm in awe of the pink rolled flowers. I want to call out from work today and make flowers and memorydex cards, lots and lots of them! Your creativity inspires me, thank you ♡
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic! And I totally get that!!! Hope you found some time in your day to roll some flowers.
DeleteLove making memorydex cards. They look picture perfect sitting on my desk and always add a spark of inspiration. I’ve traded with several crafters and they always spark creativity. So glad they are back! ❤️
ReplyDeleteI cannot even tell you how glad I am the crafting swap is still alive and well. What a great way to not only be inspired to craft your heart out, but to share the love with other fellow creatives. I love this comment!
DeleteI'v been following your Memorydex on IG. Absolutely gorgeous. Would love to win some goodies. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteWell, thank you for stopping in. I love to hear this kind of info. And fingers crossed for you!!!
DeleteAs always another beauty of a project! The flowers and prints are so pretty! Great job Jaime , always look forward to your creations!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's easy to make pretty stuff when one has pretty stuff. The flowers of course are not original to me. But they sure make me happy to make them come to life. And isn't' that what it's all about?
DeleteJamie I just LOVE all your creations. I purchased one of the Memorydex kits from you simply because all your creations are lovely & amazing. Please keep these videos coming, you make the process look so simple and I truly have enjoyed "copying" your creations, just makes my life
ReplyDeleteeasier. I love using the Memorydex system to showcase all my pictures so thank you again for sharing your amazing talent with all of us.
Thank you so much for saying this!!! I am in the bit of some brainstorming what is next. It is affirming to me that you benefit from the 'copying'!. No. Really. That's what it is all about. I have some video ideas and will be getting those out soon. Thank you again. Super appreciate your input.
DeleteI love making MemoryDex cards and yours are amazing, love them all, especially the one with the acetate backing! Great idea! I was lucky enough to get my hands on a set of dies and the punch (the green dies, so first edition I guess) about 1.5 years ago and a lot of my Canadian friends are so excited Heidi came out with more! Especially the punch, a great asset! Thanks for sharing these lovely cards!
ReplyDeleteI know!!! What a quirky little craft approach, yet it is loved by so many for so many reasons. I think for one it's the simplicity of being able to create without this huge 12x12 commitment. I am so glad there is so much love out there for MemDex. And happy you get to be inspired with your friends too. Bonus!
DeleteI love MemoryDex! I have the dies & the punch. So much fun to create little works of art.
ReplyDelete'Little works of art'. That's well said and perfect! Yes. That is exactly what these are. Glad you love them. And thankful you stopped in.
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DeleteThis looks incredible!! Never tried a die cut machine!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah? I love that tool. Use it almost daily. Maybe you will have to think about trying one soon.
DeleteI just love all the memorydex cards you have made!!! I would love love to make some and have them displayed in my home!!! 💕💜
ReplyDeleteYes. Yes. and yes. And thank you. You have any of the supplies? To get you started. You know you wanna.
DeleteI have 2 of the old die cuts so I have started!!
DeleteOh my goodness what beautiful Memorydex cards!! I'm so new at this that I haven't even made ONE card yet!!! But I'm sure gathering the ideas! I can't wait to create!! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much!!! Gathering ideas is an important part. Glad you are inspired. Can't wait for you to start either.
DeleteJamie...do you have a file link for the leaves you cut for the first Memorydex card? The white ones with the rolled flowers...Thank you!! :)
DeleteThose paper flowers are so adorable! They look so great! Love seeing all your ideas & creativity. I’m so glad the memorydex is back - hoping the white version comes back again too! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThank you. Those paper flower make anything look fabulous. You know. I am thinking the white will not come back. BUT...the spinner dials on the Spinner come off, and you can spray paint the MemoryDex Spinner. Don't know if you know that or not. Like my friend, Kim here did: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwcu32FjQNC/
DeleteIt is used to make outlines for pictures and handouts and print plans. It’s truly cool and the best structure tool on earth.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is very interesting amazing and attractive. Thanks for sharing.
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