Ribbon Favorites...

 

Hello!  It's the 1st of the month and if you're a Papertrey Ink fan, you know what that means!  It's time once again for the Senior Design Team challenge.  This month Nichole challenged the team to focus on our favorite ribbon technique.  Sooo... first off, you all know that for me that means BOWS!  I love big fluffy bows and use them all the time.  I get lots of questions on how I tie my bows. 

And, well...that's kind of hard to show in a photograph.

Try as I might, I couldn't tie a bow with one hand on the ribbon and the other holding my camera. 

I tried to think of a way to grow a third arm overnight.  That didn't work, but after it's all said and done, it very well could have been easier than this undertaking.

So, after all other attempts failed, I made you a video. 
And there's really only one rule that you need to follow as you watch this video.

No laughing. 
(Don't you hate the sound of your own voice on tape?) 

So in this video, I'm going to show you how I tie my bows and embellish with buttons....

And also how I made the cute little flower embellishments on this card using some scraps of ribbon.  If you're like me, you have a whole jar full of ribbon bits that you can't bear to part with.

So, without further ado....please excuse the quality...it's obviosly not the best, coming from my little old digital camera that also happens to take video.  If this is something I'm going to keep doing *gasp* I'll need to get something else, but for now....please forgive the mess that is this video. 

Enjoy!

And be sure to hop around to the other gals to see their fabulous ribbon tips!

Lisa Johnson
 Dawn McVey
 Heather Nichols
 Michelle Wooderson
 Ashley C Newell

 

Stamps:  Say it With Style
Ink: Hawaiian Shores, Pure Poppy
Cardstock:  Stamper's Select White, Guidelines Grid Cardstock  
Dies: Beautiful Blooms II #2
Other:  Berry Sorbet grosgrain, Summer Sunrise grosgrain, New Leaf Saddle Stitch, buttons, Rustic Cream button twine, Hawaiian Shores felt, assorted patterned papers, 1" circle punch  

Comments

[Gladys]

Oh thats so informative! Love your video! I have learnt a new technique with ribbon :) Love it! Keep the video coming! You sound great and clearly :) Thanks!

[Keva Brown]

Great cards and those tips were awesome! I am learning quite a bit tonight!

[Deb]

Great video Betsy! Keep 'em coming!

[Wendy Sue]

Super cute cards...and great video! :o)

[Sarah Martina]

It turned out wonderfully Betsy! :) We all feel awkward when being recorded, but you did a great job! I love that you are all about "fluffing" your bows, too. I totally smiled when I read that b/c I'm so obsessed with "fluffing" my bows! lol... Thanks for sharing!

[Nancy M]

I didn't laugh as I watched the video, but I did smile. It was the cards' fault though. They are so colorful and happy that I couldn't help smiling. I don't remember seeing the three buttons wrapped around the bow before, but I will remember it from now on. I love how it looks. Thanks, Betsy.

[Vicki B]

It's really nice to have heard you talking about the embellishment and bow technique. The video makes it seem - I don't know more personal! Thanks for sharing and it was really fun watching!

[Kathy Martin]

Wow! These cards are so bright and cheerful and I LOVE your bow techniques! :)

[Janelle]

Great video, Betsy! Your HAPPY cards make me SMILE.

[PammyLou]

No laughing here, Betsy, just applauding! You did a great job! Loved the video and the card.

[Jeni Barbas]

Loved it Betsy! Thanks so much for the fun techniques. love the little buttons tied around the bow

[Leigh Ann]

Thank you for doing this video tutorial, Betsy. Loved it! I really enjoyed seeing what you did with scraps of paper and ribbon. I don't like to throw them out...but what to do? :)

[elana k]

I love these happy happy cards and the video is great! It's so nice to put a face with a voice and the using up of scraps is a fantastic idea--I am off to make some embellies now! :)

[Suzanne]

Just beautiful.... I love your cards, thanks for the video

[Lisa Beeman]

Just thought I'd let you know that your video was awesome, and I didn't laugh or anything! ;) Your cards are beautiful....(I wish I had a smidge of your talent).... and I love visiting your blog, my eyes get such a visual treat! Thanks for sharing, Betsey!

[Smita]

I just happened to drop by... I loved all the lovely ribbon techniques!!! Awesome. I sure will be visiting more often....

You're making me yearn for grosgrain more than ever :-p

Love from India,
Smita

[Taheerah]

Such beautiful cards Betsy!! I picked up a lot of hints and tips from your video so please keep them coming!

[jenyfur]

Excellent, Betsy! Please makes more videos!

[Holly Saveur]

Hi Betsy
Loved the video and also liked the fact I heard your voice.(Sounds really nice)
The cards are beautiful as allways.

Thanks so much Holly.

[paula]

delightful cards! lots of great tips. enjoyed the video - keep them coming!

[mary]

Betsy thank you so much for sharing your fabulous ribbon techniques. I love ribbons and don't think my cards are complete without one - or two or three. Any male lucky enough to receive one of my hand made cards just has to get over it! :D Thanks again!

[Katherine]

I love the beautiful color combination, and the use of felt with the buttons on this card.
Just adorable.

[Betty]

love your video and it was very professionally done - thanks for the ribbon ideas.

[elana k]

Another comment to add that I just posted about my inspiration from you here:
http://lifeinsunset.blogspot.com/2010/05/ribbon-y-goodness.html

Thanks again!! :)

[Tracey McNeely]

Fabulous video Betsy, I think you did a great job and your voice sounds lovely. Thanks for the tips.