Birthday Shaker Card with Coordinated Pattern Papers

Learn to create delightful shaker cards featuring dimensional windows filled with colorful sequins and embellishments! Master the complete design process from selecting coordinating pattern papers and cardstock to assembling a professional shaker card that delights recipients. This comprehensive class reveals Brandy's actual design decision-making process—including real-time problem-solving and color selection—giving you the confidence to design your own coordinated cards from scratch.

What You'll Create

• Fun birthday shaker card with acetate window and moving elements
• Coordinated design using two complementary pattern papers
• Scalloped frame with die-cut cake opening
• Layered frosting elements in three coordinating colors
• Heat-embossed sentiment with multiple color options tested
• Complete A2 size card (4.25" x 5.5") with dimensional assembly
• Two complete card variations with different color schemes
• Professional design using pattern paper coordination principles

Techniques You'll Learn

• Selecting coordinating pattern papers from same pack
• Matching cardstock colors to pattern paper using swatches
• Creating shaker windows with score tape enclosure
• Proper acetate placement and securing techniques
• Using anti-static powder to prevent sequin clumping
• Heat embossing with multiple color tests for best results
• Die cutting layered frosting elements for dimension
• Strategic foam tape placement for shaker depth
• Preventing liquid glue mishaps on acetate surfaces
• Using Airtable database to quickly find stamp sentiments

Skill Level Intermediate - Perfect for crafters comfortable with basic die cutting and heat embossing who want to master shaker card construction. The acetate placement and foam tape enclosure require precision and patience, but all steps are demonstrated clearly with troubleshooting. Design decision-making shown in real-time helps build confidence for creating your own coordinated designs.

Class Features

• Live membership class recording with real Q&A
• Complete design process from concept to completion
• Real-time color selection and coordination decisions
• Multiple sentiment color options tested on camera
• Show-and-tell from Nashville card retreat for inspiration
• Troubleshooting demonstrations (including mistakes!)
• Airtable stamp organization database demonstration
• Community support and interaction throughout
• Complete supplies list with specific products
• Lifetime access to class content

What Makes This Class Special This isn't a perfectly polished tutorial—it's an authentic look at how professional card designers actually work! You'll see Brandy's real design process, including testing multiple color combinations, losing supplies mid-project (relatable!), and making mistakes that get fixed on camera. The honest demonstration of color-testing sentiments in three different cardstock colors teaches you to trust your design instincts. Plus, you'll learn to use an organizational database to find stamps quickly—a game-changer for productivity!

Resources Included

• Complete supply list with specific product recommendations
• Pattern paper coordination principles and guidelines
• Cardstock color-matching techniques using swatches
• Score tape enclosure method for shaker cards
• Heat embossing best practices with anti-static powder
• Acetate cleaning and preparation tips
• Foam tape thickness recommendations for shaker depth
• Access to Airtable stamp database organization system
• Nashville retreat card inspiration and techniques
• Facebook community for posting finished projects

Perfect For

• Creating fun, interactive birthday cards
• Learning professional design decision-making
• Mastering shaker card construction techniques
• Understanding pattern paper coordination
• Building confidence in color selection
• Anyone wanting interactive dimensional cards
• Crafters ready to design their own coordinated projects
• Members wanting authentic, unpolished learning experiences

Join our amazing crafting community and discover how to create shaker cards with confidence! Whether you're designing your first shaker or refining your coordination skills, this authentic class gives you the real-world knowledge to make design decisions like a pro. You'll learn it's okay to test multiple options, make mistakes, and find creative solutions—that's how the best cards get made! Let's shake things up together!