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Day 27. Succulent-Flower & Giveaway

Helllloooo Friends, How was your weekend? I can’t believe it’s day 27!! I am already starting to miss you all, your posts, comments, and INSPIRATION.

It was a super busy weekend … my daughter came home and that meant more cooking and fridge filling lol. Also on Sunday I was lucky enough to attend and teach a “card” at Neat & Tangled first ever event. Not only was it fabulous but, meeting everyone was the icing on the cake. A two hour drive was well worth it.

Watch the video in HD here.

I will post a video for this later today so please check back. For the Neat & Tangled project that I was responsible for was these beautiful succulents. I decided to color the succulents like a flowers using the “Succulent Journaling Card” stamp and matching die cut.

Showing everyone my copic blending solution and rag technique for some quick coloring was so rewarding.

If you don’t want a large bottle I suggest you start with this. There are only a few days left for Simon Says Stamp 25% off copic sale CODE MARKERSALE.

SEE YOU LATER FOR MY VIDEO.

GIVEAWAY!! ….and what a fun one it is. Shaker card fans rev your engines lol. TWO lucky winners will receive a box of six brand new 28 Lilac Lane sequin mixes. To quality just leave a comment and tell me if you have ever made a shaker card. A random winner will be announced a few days after the challenge. 

A super big thank you to May Flaum for making this happen. Thanks May! Read more about May and 28 Lila Lane below.

Thanks for your visit today and a big thanks to May for the Giveaway. See you all tomorrow. Hugs, Kathy

28 Lilac Lane is just over a year old, and it is May’s  boutique line produced by Buttons Galore. May picks,  designs and puts together all of the mixes and oh how she loves it!!

Here’s some more about how this came about in May’s words:  

“Crafting is all about the details for me. From a light splatter of color to a trio of little pearls, a seemingly random scatter of sequins to a cluster of buttons I love adding my own touches to my projects. As a kid, my favorite spot to hunt for treasures was a set of drawers at my grandma’s house. She had everything from vintage costume jewelry pieces to tiny figurines to buttons. Here in my studio, my own set of creative treasure drawers dominate my work desk and it is always my favorite part of the creative process when I get to dig in and search for the perfect finishing touches to whatever I’m making. Scrapbook layouts to mixed media canvases, décor project to playing with the kids I love using the bits & pieces that I’ve collected over the years.

The one item that dominates my collection is buttons. Small or big, fancy or simple, I adore the versatility and universal usability of buttons. When Buttons Galore approached me about working on a line with them, I thought about my creative process and style, and how the details are my favorite part! Thinking about all of my favorite embellishments, and beginning this collection for them has been a true labor of love. I am inspired by all of the colors and happenings in my own world, and I’m excited to bring this collection to you.”

Thanks for reading and I will see you tomorrow.

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  2. Carla says

    Shaker cards have become my new favourite cards to make. I love sequins and have so much fun making all kinds of shaker cards with them.

  3. Julie Haedtke says

    Yes!!! I love shaker cards! They are so much fun, especially with all the “fillings” available!

  4. Mary Holshouser says

    I haven’t made a lot of shaker cards but I do like them.
    I have plans for a card on the table right now.
    It the die cut of the table-top world globe.
    The globe will contain parts of a map and
    the sequins. The base is made of a wood
    grain paper. Have the prototype – now
    to get the finished project.
    thanks for sharing. It’s been a wonderful
    month.

  5. Andrea Shell says

    Beautiful! Yes, I have made shaker cards. It’s been awhile; I think it’s time for one!

  6. Dee Earnshaw says

    I love making shaker cards, but I get so frustrated when the sequins inside the panel get stuck to the edges !!! – any suggestions on how to prevent this ????
    thanks and HUGS

  8. Jean Chaney says

    I have made shaker cards; however, I find that I either put too many sequins or too few in. I don’t know until it is put together and then it is too late. There must be a trick?

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I wish I knew the trick. I think less is more, however I have the same problem too! LOL 🙂

  9. preeti d. says

    Hi!! Haven’t made too many shaker cards 🙂 love them though and would like to give them a go

  10. Mirella ROGAN says

    Oh how lucky to be able to attend an event like that! It’s a tad more for us Europeans than a 2 hour drive away
    Thanks for the chance to win the wonderful sequins, too, I love making shaker cards and have recently been gifted the fuse tool, so I think there are quite a few shakers in my future

  12. Sharon Traynor says

    I have made a few cards in the past and I loved them. However, I cannot easily get my hands on all the lovely shiny beads and sequins where I live now so sadly I am no longer able to make them (sob! sob!)

    Absolutely loving your tags Kathy. Those blooms look really delicate and the blue background remind me of beautiful summer days.

  13. Peggy Pride says

    I tried to make shaker cards but I always have trouble with the sealing process with foam tape. I guess one of those tools to heat and seal is a solution, but I really would rather learn how to do it the “untechnology” way!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      A few recommendations using the foam tape….
      Be sure that it is around the shaker area completely with no breaks in the barrier where sequins could sqeeze through and fall out.
      Use an anti static powder tool, embossing buddy bag or a small amount of baby powder to gently go around the inside edges. This minimizes its stickiness so the sequins don’t stick to the sides.
      Use liquid glue adhering to the final card base/project to ensure it won’t fall apart.
      Do the foam tape two layers high. This gives more room for the sequins and shaker bits to move around.
      Hope this is helpful!

      • Peggy Pride says

        Kathy, you are wonderful to reply to my comments. I will try your suggestions and then send you a “good” result when I master it. You are so kind but even more creative! I so look forward to your posts! Thanks for the inspiration.

  15. Becca Yahrling says

    Oh yes, I love making shakers; they’re my favorite! In fact, last year I challenged myself to make all my family’s birthday cards as shakers (and I did!). Thanks for the giveaway – they’re gorgeous mixes!

  18. Betty says

    have made many shaker cards – everyone is so impressed with them – and really they are so easy to make. and your tags are so pretty – was wondering when you sleep??? blog posts galore, coloring challenge, teaching a class, plus family and whatever else – yikes – wonder woman!!

  19. Jackie Parkins says

    I love to make shaker cards and these new sequin mixes would be perfect for them!

  20. Kathy H says

    I prefer one layer cards but I did make one shaker card. I’ll have to give it another try! Also need to try your blender solution technique. So clever of you to think of it!

  22. SusanME says

    I have not ever made a shaker card, but I can envision quite a few using the supplies I have!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      They really are fun. You will be delighted after you make your first! Hopefully I have inspired you to give it a try!

  23. Jennifer Lubinsky says

    I have made them before but not often. I love the look but it is so much work. I don’t have s lot of time to craft so I tend to do quicker cards. I do love sequins though. I was thinking of getting the fuse tool and that may make it a lot easier.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      The Fuse tool definitely cuts down on time but I must admit, the shaker bits and sequins don’t move around as much because they lack the depth that is given with the foam tape. Two different looks though and both fun. 🙂

      • Jennifer Lubinsky says

        Oh jeez. good point. I wasn’t thinking of that. Thank you so much. Hmm. I may stick to the good ole fashion hard work. Thanks again for the tip.

  24. Barbara Green says

    I make shaker cards all the time . They are so interesting and fun, you can put so many different things in them.

  26. Miranda Taylor says

    I have made a few shaker cards in my time! They are so fun! I really love all of the different sequins and confetti that can be placed in them depending on the occasion. Thank you for the great tutorials and this giveaway!
    -Miranda

  27. Kerry says

    I love shakers cards but haven’t made one myself yet. I am intrigued with the water shaker card using a ziploc bag and water!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I haven’t seen on using real water, but have seen one using woman’s blue hair gel! The thought of mailing one like that scares me though! LOL

  29. Cheryl Zietz says

    Gorgeous tags, love the colors! I love making shaker cards! I have made many of them,
    love the glittery items you can shake!

  30. Nicole says

    I can’t wait to see the video I love that the petals are raised, that dimension is just gorgeous!
    I’ve tried shaker cards, but they have always been a disaster lol I didn’t treat the sides, so the sequins etc. stuck to the sides, it was ridiculous!

  31. Beverly Parkison says

    My first “real” shaker card is waiting in the wings. Baby hasn’t arrived yet,so can’t show it. but it is a show stopper. Well, I think she will like it.

  35. Rowena M. says

    Sounds like you had a fantastic weekend Kathy!!! I’ve never made a shaker card before but it’s one of the things I want to tackle one day. Thanks for the chance!

  36. Denise Bryant says

    Beautiful tags! Love the die and the coloring!
    I have made lots of shaker cards… love them!

  37. Sheri D says

    What a wonderful surprise! Yes, I have made shaker cards but it has been a long time! Need to dust off the shaker supplies. I only have a couple of sequin mixes so these would be so much fun!

  40. Anna C says

    Such pretty tags! Can’t wait for the video! I love to make shaker cards! They are soooo fun!!! I’m saving up so that I can get the fuse tool!

  42. Barb macaskill says

    ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ these succulents! I love making shaker cards and 28 Lilac Lane sequins are my favorite “stuffers”! Each one of their combinations are simply delightful!
    Glad you had a great time at the Neat & Tangled event and having your daughter home! Have a great week!

  43. Carol H. says

    Beautiful succulent flowers!! I love making shaker cards! Matter of fact posted one that I made for my Day 26 coloring yesterday on Instagram! Can’t believe we are in the last week!!!

  44. Nina B says

    I have made shaker cards a few times but I’ve always had trouble so I don’t make them that often. It’s definitely on my list of things to try again.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Once you get the steps down, it becomes easier. The first few are always the hardest! Keep trying! I recommend watching multiple youtube videos which give a step by step. Everyone does them differently and once you find which works best for you, you’ll love making them.

  45. Lisa Tilson says

    Your succulents look so pretty in pink Kathy! Beautiful! And I saw a N&T IG photo yesterday, and there you were :). I am glad you enjoyed your day – and I have started doing your ragging technique now! Yes, I do make shakers, always enjoy them. Have a lovely day, Lisa x

  48. Kathy L says

    I love making shaker birthday cards for my nieces and nephews. I’m sure they’re keenly focused on the cash inside, but I like to think that they stop for a moment to enjoy the fun sparkles!

  51. Randi Marquez says

    Your Card is beautiful Kathy! Congrats to May and 28 Lila Lane! I LOVE sequins and buttons, for everything not just my shaker cards (I still love using my old Sizzix shaker box die).

  52. Teresa Doyle says

    Beautiful tags Kathy. I love making shaker cards but I really need to get some Scotch brand foam tape. I have been using the cheap stuff and it does NOT hold long term! (Lesson learned! LOL) Beautiful sequins. Thanks for the chance to win!

  56. Patt H. says

    Hi Kathy, a gorgeously​ colored project, as always! Your talents are amazing. I have not made a shaker card yet, mainly because I need some goodies to fill the shaker with. I love all the inspiration on your blog. Thanks for sharing!

  57. Michelle Batallé says

    Yes !!! I already made three , two for Christmas and the other one to my sister in law for her birthday! Is nice and happy seeing to do it and to send it !!!
    Thanks for your nice tips !!!

  58. Dana M says

    What a beautiful tag, perfect addition to any gift. The sequin mixes are stunning. As far as shaker cards, I’ve made few feeble attempts but have had it on my list to pursue as they are so fun.

  60. Kailash says

    I have made a few shaker cards but would love to win these gorgeous sequins to make many more. Thanks so much for the chance to win!!!

  61. Barb says

    Love shaker cards. Made one for a friend at Christmas, she had never gotten one before and had a fun time with it.

  63. Becky P. says

    It had been years since I made a shaker card, but I recently made one and it was so much easier than I remembered. I will definitely be making more.

  65. Lynne in NI says

    Oooh Beautiful tag!
    I’ve only ever made one shaker card (it was a bit of a disaster!) so I usually just use my sequins as embellishments!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      i must encourage you to try again. I think we all had a disaster with our first ever shaker but once you figure out what does and does not work for you, you’ll be hooked! LOL 🙂

  69. Deb Kane says

    Yes, years ago when I was just starting to teach card making classes, it was one of my first projects for the ladies. I still love to make them for my grandchildren who love to go around shaking their “boodies”

  70. Anne Sturgeon says

    I made a Valentine heart shaker for my mother in law about four years ago and she just loved it. It had some old lace and the heart filled with lots of pretties. Well, she died a couple of years later, but, in her dresser by her hankies was my shaker card. It came back to me. I love your tags with the succulents. Can’t wait to see the video. Don’t you love Neat & Tangled! Great company and I am sure it was so much fun for you.

  72. Linda S. in NE says

    Yes, I have made shaker cards in the past. Lots of fun, and always exciting to see if everything stays inside!!

  73. Becky Green says

    Hi Kathy! Your “Succulents” look FABULOUS AS FLOWERS! 😉 It’s all about “stretching our stamps” right? LOL I HAVE made shaker cards! I LOOOOVE to make “interactive” cards like this! Even grown up kids love them! I LOOOOOVE 28 Lilac Lane Sequins too! 😉 I have only a few of their colors, but have them on my list of “To buy” items! 😉 You get a lot of bang, or maybe I should say “sparkle,” for your $$$ with them! 😉

  74. gabbe says

    beautiful coloring- i love that the succulents are colored like flowers 🙂 i love to make shaker cards & May rocks!! thank you for the chance to win!!

  75. Carla Hundley says

    Beautiful card and I
    have made some
    shaker cards. They
    are so fun to give.
    Carla from Utah

  77. Dawn Skene says

    I have made shaker cards but I don’t have many things to put in them so this would be great to win! Thanks for the chance!

  78. Debbie Tester says

    One year I made shaker cards for all my Christmas cards. The ones I mailed close by survived fine, but those who lived states away….cold states away, the sticky must have frozen and all the stuffins’ came out in the envelopes. I hope they just thought it was my Christmas confetti as I put stars or hearts in all my cards. I also had to pay a LOT of extra postage to send my “Broken” Christmas greetings. Long story short, If I decide to make them again, I’ll be mailing my Christmas cards out in March or October. LOL

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I recommed adding a tiny bit of liquid adhesive to the sticky sides of the foam if you do it again. This way, they wont go anywhere with dried liquid glue there. Sorry to hear that happened to you.

  79. Donna Rinckel says

    I’ve tried a shaker card once or twice but wasn’t very successful. The sequins and other things always stuck to the sides so I obviously didn’t do it correctly. But I know thatI’ll try it again and hopefully get it right eventually. I knwo there are tons of great tutorials out there to help. Gorgeous tag. Looking forward to the video! Have an awesome week.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      If you treat the sides (on the inside of the shaker compartment) with your embossing buddy poweder tool, or a tiny bit of baby powder, this will reduce the amount that stick to the inside edges. Hopefully this is helpful.

  82. Brandi R says

    Gorgeous tags!!!
    Love shaker cards and yes, I’ve made shakers. They are so fun ♥

  83. Sheri K says

    I have made shaker cards, they are so much fun! I’d love to win these mixes–I struggle with finding fun sequins and mixes. Thanks so much for all the coloring fun–I’ve done a few very detailed small and large coloring pages, made some cards. Hubby gave me a coloring cat calendar, 12 x 12–so I’m working on April right now, hope to finish it in time.

  86. Susan E says

    I have never made a shaker card – but what deliciousness to fill one with! Thanks for the chance to win.

  88. Gilda (McStamper) says

    Love your beautiful tags. I have made a few shakers – not completely satisfied but will continue trying. Thanks for the great give away.

  89. Colleen Howell says

    Make shaker cards a lot, everyone I give them to just love them. Your card is very pretty and I would not even guess it was a form of cactus at all. Love the copic rag technique will have to get some and try that for sure

  90. Denise Kasbohm says

    I have made one..just learned recently. I love shaker cards and I hope to be able to make more. They are pretty, I have a hard time finding sequins and mix with variety in it..these are SO pretty.

  91. Lindar C says

    I have made shaker cards. I have so much trouble with the static cling that I don’t enjoy making them. It is easier for me to make them in reverse order, maybe that’s a left handed thing? I just bought my first pair of left handed scissors, can’t wait to get them.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I recommend using an embsossing buddy powder tool on the inside of the shaker compartment. This will reduce the static cling significantly.

      • Lindar C says

        yes, I did try that after several frustrating attempts. Now I add a little powder to my sequin mixes before I transfer them into storage containers 🙂

  92. Heidi says

    I love sequins but I have never made a shaker card, it always seems to much to put so many sequins on one card, I can’t part with that many shiny sparkly things in one go

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      LOL. It has to be a card for someone super special with all those pretties inside! 🙂 LOL

  95. sharon brand says

    Your tag is just beautiful! And, yes, I have made one or two shaker cards. Took a
    while but if I made more I would speed up a bit! They did turn out OK!

  97. Laura Volpes says

    Lovely tag, it’s really nice! I have made a shaker card just once before, but I am definitely planning on making more! It was so much fun! Thanks for the chance to win!

  98. Michele says

    You and your nubby rag do amazing things…WHY CAN I NOT REMEMBER TO CUT UP AN OLD NUBBY RAG. SHEESH!!! Love these tags; and wow, those students were certainly blessed to be taught by you, what fun!!

  100. Carol Casavant says

    I have made a few shaker cards in the past but not recently…must give them another try…!!

  101. jane harrah says

    Stunning tag. I have done shaker cards but I a never very successful with them. For some reason, they look messy. Thanks for sharing!

  102. Jo says

    Kathy your tags are gorgeous!!!! Love those flowers! And YES! I love making shaker cards!!!!! Thanks for the chance hon! Hope you are having a great day!
    Hugs,
    Jo
    xox

  103. Tracy Lewis says

    I’ve made some fun shaker cards. I buy fun foam from Joann’s and re-use acrylic sheets from stamp sets I buy. My favorite was filling a shaker with plumbing parts for my FILs b-day, he’s a retired plumber and he loved it!

  104. Marianne says

    What a fun technique, Kathy. It’s also perfect if you only have a few colours, because it doesn’t require extensive blending. Cannot wait to give this ago.
    I have already created 2 shaker cards this year, both of the them Christmas-themed.
    Would love to win some of May’s mixes. Thanks for the chance.
    Marianne x

  105. Billie A says

    Your succulent book card is wonderful in pinks. I love the variety of ribbons. The sequins are beautiful. Love the colors. I’ve made two shaker cards. I hope to make more and need to U-tube more on how to do it. I like the look.

  106. Stef White says

    Great card, what kind of paper do you use when blending copics? I have not made a shaker card yet, bit I am obsessed with sequins so it’s only matter of time@

  108. BunnyD says

    What a beautiful effect the overlaid die has on the tag! I always find something new with you! And I just received notice of a Copics shipment on its way while I was watching the video! Woohoo! I’m going to need a new carry bag! I love adding sequins to cards now. A touch of happy!

  109. Lynne Ingram says

    Yes, I have made shaker cards but struggle to be successful. They are so much fun when they turn out right and the sequins don’t get stuck.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Try preparing the inside of the shaker area with the embossing magic powder tool (or a little bit of baby powder if you dont have the tool). Get the edges especially good. This will dramatically reduce the static and stickiness of the sides of the foam tape and the sequins won’t stick as much. Some may stick but definitely much less.

  110. Lynda says

    Fascinated at how you use the rag to create texture. I keep forgetting to try it. Thanks for showing it again.

  111. Lynette says

    I have tried shaker cards, but haven’t quite got them completely figured out yet. 🙂 I will need to revisit them soon!

  112. Cathy Homan says

    Love to make shaker cards! My grandkids play with them, rather than just look at them!

  113. Flo says

    Shaker cards are so much fun. I made one for each of my granddaughters for their birthdays last year. I plan to make more soon.

  114. Sharon Roselli says

    Yes you make the shakers cards look so easy I have tried many times and am finally being successful with them! Love the card you made. It was interesting to read how the collections came to be by May.

  115. AnnB says

    Hi Kathy, I love your tags! No I’ve still not made a shaker card, but will certainly give it a try soon.xx

  116. Karen P says

    Kathy I think in all my years of stamping I have only made two shaker cards. I really really struggled with the first one and really struggled with the second one. LOL! I do have to say the scond one looked much better.

  117. Patricia M says

    Shaker cards are my favourite interactive cards! There are so many shapes you can use!

  118. Karen Judy says

    I haven’t made any shaker cards yet but I do really like them. I’ve been watching lots of videos on how to make them so I don’t feel quite as intimidated to try to make one…just haven’t had a chance to yet.

  119. Emily Pollock says

    I have made 1 shaker card, and my goodness it was FANTASTIC! It’s so easy to make an interactive card, and even better to see someone enjoy receiving it. The colour sequins are beautiful; I can envision making some very pretty cards and tags already!!!

  120. bev p says

    Thanks to you and to May for these tummies! I have made a few shakers, one of them with my grand-girl for her cousin for Christmas. Nothing less would do! Love making cards with the grands

  122. Moira OReilly says

    Headed straight to watch your video Kathy … what an awesome month we are spending all together. The inspiration is more than awesome!!! I have never made a shaker card but I use sequins on scrapbook layouts all the time and have made a shaker pocket. Hugs

  123. Francine says

    I actually received shaker card makings in a Stampin up card kit. So glad they sent enough for a few cards. My first in was a trial run to say the least. It was fun working out they details

  124. Diane Bolton says

    shaker cards are my favorite design. they are so versitile and can enhance any stamp set.

  126. Susan Wareham says

    I have made a couple shaker cards for my grandkids, I need more practice on that type of card.

  127. Gwen says

    Yes, I make shaker cards! Love those sequin mixes! Great month of coloring, thx for the challenge!

  131. justasiam says

    I love making shaker cards, but have only been using glitter since that is what is in my stash. I would love to be able to use real sequins as I think they would show up so much better.

  134. Marcia says

    I ahve tried making shaker cards but without much success, yet!! But I keep getting great ideas so I’ll give it another try.

  136. Lindsey says

    Wow, such a pretty tag/bookmark! Perfect way to use the succulent set. I have made a couple of shaker cards — while the finished product is fun, I do NOT find them all that fun to make! A little too fiddly for me, I think.

  137. Mary W says

    I love to make and send shaker cards – they just seem so special, like yours! Pretty.

  138. Tona says

    I have only made one shaker card before, but find them so fun & would like to make lots more.

  139. Amy Cooley says

    I have made quite a few shaker cards and tags. They are one of my favorite things to make!

  140. Jen Timko says

    I love shaker cards. Something about them makes everyone smile! This is an amazing giveaway. Thanks to you and to May for your generosity.

  141. Rosali says

    I always love your coloring of succulents … i think it was one of the forst things I learnt from you during challenge 1 after I started cradmaking!

  142. Caitlin says

    I love to make shaker cards! Don’t have a large sequin supply yet, but if I don’t have sequins to match I line to used shaped punches and make my own shaker pieces with colored cardstock and shimmer spray if I want the extra sparkle.

  143. Stephanee oberer says

    Love making shaker cards. Love sequins! Thanks for your videos. I learn so much from you.

  144. Shelli says

    I love shaker cards! It has been a long time since I made one…seems I need some of that delicious sequins to get back into them! Sparkle makes everything better!

  145. Lucy Schmidt says

    I made some shaker cards in my early days of cardmaking (before foam tape and all the other things that make them much easier), but haven’t made one for a while. I have some seed beads set aside to make one or more, but some pretty sequins would be a lovely touch.

    QUESTION ABOUT YOUR COLORING ON TODAY’S CARD: I don’t have Copics, but I noticed you only colored a few petals with the darkest color before moving on the medium color and then the blender. Is there a time-sensitive component to how long the Copics can sit before you blend them? Thanks, as always for your dedication to your readers and your craft. As my Dad used to say, “You haven’t had a failure yet.” 😉

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Not really Lucy. You can blend after letting Copics sit for a year, however it might take a littel more time and work. Personally, I find it easiest and fastest to go petal by petal (or a few petals) at a time….but it really is a personal preferance.

  146. Laurie says

    I love shaker cards, but mine always look so clunky. I need to practice more, but I do love them. I haven’t made one yet to give away, but hope to soon. I really like your tag and technique! It turned out so pretty!

  147. Carol K says

    so enjoy making shaker cards. . . make shaker ornaments for Christmas this past year – FUN!

  148. Terri (terriavidreader) Scott says

    I have made a few shaker cards, mostly for my grandkids. I made a few with those wobble things, but the kids just tore them off. The shaker cards work better since the kids are so little now. And they love them!!

  149. Denise Fonda says

    I love the idea of shaker cards and I am certainly “hoarding” enough shaker fillings, but I haven’t had nerve enough to try one yet. I know I can, I know I can!!

  150. Jodi Wayman says

    I haven’t made a shaker card, but I think they’re adorable so maybe I’ll give it a go

  153. Candy Mills says

    I have never made a shaker card!!!
    I have been seeing so many these days and the colours of the packages of sequins are making my mouth water and I want to make one so bad :o)

    Hugs, Candy

  154. Margaret R says

    I LOVED the coloring of the succulents. I love the untraditional colors you used for them. I attempted a several-layer Christmas ornament for the first time I made a Shaker ornament. After several hours, and ripping things off and putting other things back on, the Shaker ornament actually looked really good. It featured the Nativity creche scene, with extra lambs and sheep. I would love to win some of those sequin mixes from Lilac Lane, since I could use some new colors.

  157. Ilona McFerrin says

    First of all, thank you for your post. I really appreciate it. Second, I lo e your blog and your coloring tutorial. I made shaker card once. It turned out well. I learned from it a lot. I want to get better at making shaker cards and not be so afraid of them.

  158. Neesey Gebalski says

    I have only made a few shaker cards. I have quite the collection of seed beads from my beading days, and used those. I have only three packs of sequins from PPP so I would love to win these. TFS. Love your tags.

  160. Andrea (doppeltsolustig) says

    OOOhhh, those sequin mixes are adorable! I love shaker cards, but I have to admit that so far I’ve only ever made two. They were for two kids’ birthdays last year, and I made a boy pirate and a girl pirate version. They turned out pretty cute, if I may say so myself 😉 I should really make more, it was so much fun!

  163. Amy Seigler says

    Gorgeous Coloring! I just made my first shaker card the other day and boy what fun it was! What a beautiful array of sequins! Thanks May for the chance to win!

  165. Larissa Heskett says

    SQUEAL!! BEAUTIFUL Shakers!! I LOVE the Design, the Colors and that Rag Technique!! I ALWAYS SAY I’m gonna try it and I haven’t yet!! I WILL SOON though!! THANKS for sharing and for the chance to WIN!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)

  166. Deanna says

    Hi Kathy,

    I just recently made my first shaker card using a gumball machine die set I had ordered awhile back. Had a good time with it except, I think next time, I will add an extra layer of foam tape to give it a little more space to shake in. I have been looking for a camera to make one with, but can’t seem to find a large enough stamp or die set to use. Do you know of any which are available on the market today?

  167. Avra Williams says

    I still have not tried a shaker card. I want to though! Maybe my card-making friend and I will sit down and try them together for the first time!

  170. Pai says

    beautiful tags! those sequins are gorgeous . I do love shaker cards but struggle a bit with the bits inside clinging to the acetate!

  171. Janet Sisk says

    I haven’t made a shaker card in a long time. I love seeing how you do it. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win some awesome sequins. 😀

  173. _chevron2 says

    Beautiful succulents ❣shaker cards are so fun, but I don’t do them as often as I should.

  174. D.Ann C says

    So delightful! Who says succulents have to be green?!
    I’ve only done a few shaker cards, but my goal is to do way more interactive cards, including shakers!

  176. Tina Mayo says

    this card is soo cool.. love the way the flower pops out at you.. once again your coloring is soo good!!

  178. Pearl says

    Lovely tags and like how you used the die cut too.
    Yes I have made a shaker card before. Actually it was a shaker tag 🙂 Would love to make more!

  180. Tracey Magner says

    Hi, No I have never made a shaker card, but have always wanted to, I have a bunch of You tube videos flagged in my account for when I get the nerve up. I just actually purchased May’s buttons from her 28 Lilac Lane collection, I am a big fan of hers. I would love to be able to try her other products out, this would be a great giveaway to win for me or anyone, Good luck to ALL and happy coloring.

  181. Irene says

    Gorgeous card! I have never made a shaker card but I keep collecting the supplies and will brave it one of these days!!!

  182. Irene says

    Gorgeous card…I have never made a shaker card but I am collecting the supplies and will brave it one of these days!

  183. Rachel Vass says

    I’ve only made a few shaker cards but I love them, they add a little special touch.

  184. Michelle Hackett says

    I love shaker cards. I mainly make them for my granddaughters. They get such a kick out of them.

  185. Bella B says

    No I haven’t but I’ve been wishing that I was home from University so I could for weeks now! Desperate to try to make one as they look so fun! These sequins look amazing!!

  186. Mary-Anne V. says

    I love the look of shaker cards but only have made one. These tags are fabulous!

  189. Rufus says

    Shaker cards are fun to make and have that extra wow factor when opened. Sequins are the perfect thing to put inside them and it would be great to have more colors to match the image! Thanks for sharing yours. And wanted to thank you again for doing all the coloring challenges! I know it’s a ton of extra work for you, but it’s really appreciated!!

  190. Woendi Levitt says

    Gorgeous!!! I remember my first shaker card-it was a learning process for sure but such fun to see the smile it brought the recipient. TY for alllllll you do

  191. Arianna Barbara says

    Oh my!!! I love your amazing colouring!!!!
    I love shaker cards but I’ve never made one! But I have to try!!!

  192. KT Fit Kitty says

    Hello, Kathy! Getting caught up with what I missed while our power was out!
    I like how you used the succulent stamp as a flower – you always think of these cool ideas that would never occur to me! Love your rag technique on the background! I like how you coloured the banner too – again, I wouldn’t have thought of doing this! Getting lots of great ideas and inspiration from you, thank you!

  195. Danielle Vincent says

    Awesome video Kathy – thank you! I have made a couple shaker cards and enjoyed it. Not sure why I don’t think to do it more often :o). Gotta try that technique and now I NEED an RV34 lol! Hugs to you

  198. Cheryl L says

    That shading makes the die cuts pop! I love shaker cards but have only made a few so far!

  199. Karen Rice says

    What gorgeous sequins!!! I’m going to look up that site and get some for myself!! I love those tags you colored and die cut! Beautiful!

  200. Tess Vogts says

    Hi Kathy! I haven’t tried to make a shaker card yet, I am only new to card making and have to finish off the set of ‘thank you’ cards that I am making from my wedding. Definitely keen to give it a go soon!

  201. Marcie Lovett says

    The die cut on top of the coloring is just beautiful. May’s 28 Lilac Lane collection is amazing!

  202. Traci Starkweather says

    Hi Kathy!

    I’m so happy you had a special visit with your daughter!

    I love this card! 2 Copics used and it looks so alive and colorful! I think i could color these special large “flowers,”

    So, did you say in the video it was the actual die-cut you glued over the colored flowers?! I loved the sentiment, too. So many uses for it! I am still just floored with how well your rag/blender solution works on Copic backgrounds! It has made a big difference to the better with my cards! Do you have a special tip when using colored pencils for the background? I hate to have the lines show!

    I love bling! If something adds sparkle, an iridescent look, movement, or extra pizazz…I’ll need to add some on my cards, scrapbook pages and bookmarks!

    Sequins has become one of my 2 favorite embellishments from seeing you use them so lovingly on your cards. My other is pearls. I color them with Copics to fit the feel of the card.

    I have made 1 shaker card so far! I really personally prefer to glue them to my cards or scrapbook pages. Tell you what, if I am fortunate enough to be chosen to receive some of these lovely 28 Lilac Lane sequins, I will promise to make 1 shaker card for each color I receive! I know winner’s are chosen randonly…I am just very excited about this opportunity!

    Thank you for continuing to share your skills with us Kathy! You’re the best!

    He-IS-Able!
    Traci Starkweather
    tracistarkweather@gmail.com

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