Bottle Brush Card Class

Create a stunning winter wonderland slimline card featuring layered brush bottle trees and sparkling rhinestone "snow"! Learn efficient die-cutting techniques, dimension layering, and paper-saving cutting methods to make 10 elegant Christmas cards. This beginner-friendly class walks you through every step from cutting cardstock to adding the final embellishments.

What You'll Create

• Elegant slimline Christmas card (8.5" x 3.5")
• Layered brush bottle trees with dimensional foam
• Embossed striped background texture
• White embossed sentiment on colored strip
• Sparkling rhinestone "snow" accents
• 10 cards total from the complete kit

Techniques You'll Learn

• Efficient paper cutting to minimize waste
• Maximizing die-cut placement on cardstock
• Layering solid and brush bottle tree dies
• Working with intricate die cuts (troubleshooting tips)
• Scoring heavyweight cardstock properly
• Using shims for better die-cutting results
• White embossing on colored cardstock
• Heat embossing technique
• Creating dimension with foam dots and strips
• Strategic rhinestone placement using odd numbers
• Using liquid glue vs. tape runners effectively
• Embossing folder alignment techniques

Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate - Perfect for anyone wanting to create elegant Christmas cards! Complete step-by-step instruction makes this accessible even if you've never made slimline cards before.

Class Features

• Complete replay video demonstration
• Paper-saving cutting chart included
• Die-cutting tips for intricate designs
• Troubleshooting guide for clean cuts
• Assembly techniques demonstrated
• Design principles (rule of thirds, odd numbers)
• Audio file from live class included
• Exclusive 15% store discount code

What Makes This Class Special

This isn't just about making one card—you'll learn efficient techniques to create 10 beautiful cards from one kit! The paper-saving methods mean less waste, and the strategic die placement helps you maximize every sheet. The layered brush bottle trees create stunning dimension, and the rhinestone placement tips ensure professional-looking results every time.

Resources Included

• Complete step-by-step video replay
• Audio file from original live class
• Paper cutting chart for efficient use
• Spellbinders Brush Bottle Tree die set
• Spellbinders Mini Christmas Greetings embossing folder
• Pink Fresh sapphire rhinestones
• Pre-cut colored cardstock (deep blue & moonstone blue)
• Neenah Solar White cardstock
• Exclusive 15% discount code: BRUSHBOTTLE15

Perfect For

• Making multiple Christmas cards efficiently
• Learning slimline card construction
• Creating elegant winter-themed cards
• Batch-crafting for holiday card giving
• Mastering layered die-cutting techniques
• Anyone who loves dimensional cards
• Building confidence with intricate dies

Important Supply Notes

What's Included in Card Kit:

• Spellbinders Brush Bottle Tree die set
• Spellbinders Mini Christmas Greetings embossing folder
• Pink Fresh sapphire rhinestones (multiple sizes)
• Pre-cut colored cardstock strips (12 strips each color)
• Deep blue cardstock (9 large + 3 skinny strips)
• Moonstone blue cardstock (9 large + 3 skinny strips)
• White cardstock for card bases and sentiments

Additional Supplies Needed:

• Die-cut machine (works with most platforms)
• Liquid glue (Lawn Fawn or Gina K recommended)
• Extreme Tombow tape runner or adhesive
• Foam dots and 1/8" foam strips
• Versamark embossing ink
• WOW opaque bright white embossing powder
• Heat tool
• Anti-static powder tool
• Bone folder
• Frog tape (delicate surface tape)
• Trinity Stamps jewel picker (or similar)

Join Brandi from Stamp Me Some Love and create 10 stunning Christmas cards with professional-looking dimension and elegant design! This replay class gives you lifetime access to learn at your own pace and recreate these beautiful cards year after year.