My 5-year old daughter has been a fan of pirates for a couple of years. She even dressed up as one for Halloween last year. So when I saw the Pirate’s Life 6×6 by Echo Park, I knew it would be fun to use for my 6×6 Paper Pad Tutorial. I made a total of 29 cards.
Here are all the leftover scraps. When the pieces are smaller than 1 1/4″, I generally don’t use them anymore. After all, I still have lots and lots of 6×6 paper pads to use.
I have been asked several times how many sheets of cardstock I use on average for my tutorial. This can definitely vary depending on if I use solid cardstock verses patterned paper for the card background. I did keep track this time though and used a total of 22 sheets of cardstock, including the black for layering.
Here are the pictures of all the cards I made, including sketches and measurements. Operation Write Home sketches are the only ones that already provide measurements. For all the other sketches, I simply figure the measurements out on my own, for what works for me. Go HERE to see my video explaining how I determine card sketch measurements.
Sketch – Reverse Confetti #27, stamp – Lawn Fawn, ink – Memento, brads – The Eyelet Outlet.
Sketch – Operation Write Home #256, stamps – Lawn Fawn, arrow die cut – Little B, marker – Copic, ink – Memento, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Sweet Sunday #281, sentiment stamp – Paper Smooches, stitched square and circle die cut – Lil Inker Designs, circle die cut – Spellbinders, ink – Memento, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Operation Write Home #123, sentiment and ghost die cut – Lil Inker Designs, Glossy Accents, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Mojo Monday #323, stamps – Lawn Fawn, circle die cuts – Spellbinders, twine – Darice, marker – Copic, ink – Memento, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Freshly Made Sketches #3, sun die cut – Lil Inker Designs, cloud punch – Fiskars, border die cut – Paper Smooches, stamp – Simon Says Stamp, ink – Memento.
Sketch – Sketch Saturday #311, stamps – Reverse Confetti, border die cut – Paper Smooches, embossing folder – Sheena Douglass, ink – Memento, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Sweet Sunday #203, stamp – Paper Smooches, circle die cuts – Spellbinders, ink – Memento, brads – from stash.
Sketch – Sweet Sunday #273, stamp – Paper Smooches, sun die cut – Lil Inker Designs, star die cut – Paper Smooches, circle die cuts – Spellbinders, embossing folder – Close to My Heart, Signo white pen, ink – Memento.
Sketch – Mojo Monday #229, stamp – Hero Arts, stitched strips – My Favorite Things, twine – The Twinery, ink – Memento.
Sketch – Operation Write Home #229, stamp – Paper Smooches, stitched rounded square die cut – My Favorite Things, ghost die cut – Lil Inker Designs, star die cut – Lil Inker Designs, border die cut – Lawn Fawn, ink – Memento.
My pirate cards are perfect for the September Words 2 Scrap By challenge. Check out their Talk like a Pirate challenge HERE.
Thanks for visiting my blog today!
*All card sketch images used with permission.
These are awesome!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
I just love love love your work !!! Question for example on Sweet Sunday #203 when the measurement for the banner says 4 3/4 x 1 3/8 then you add cotton layer or is the bottom layer the 4 3/4 and then you a the top layer?. Hope this was not a confusing question
Thank You
Thank you, Nanci! The measurements listed would be for the top layer/patterned paper. Then I generally add 1/8" more to that measurement for the matted layer.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE these tutorials. I have done a couple of them. Keep making these.
Fabulous! Please do more videos!
Thank You Kristen !
Again love all you do the measurements are awesome,
I love your videos with these 6×6 pads. please keep doing them. Thanks for sharing
Wow, Kristie! Not only are these fantastic pirate cards for the W2SB Ahoy Matey Challenge but **BONUS** – wonderful tutorial too! So happy you shared your uber-talented skills with us! Thanks so much! ~ Annie
Kristie!
Well, you've done it again with another great video! You sure do know how to rock these 6 by 6 pads. 🙂
And, you rocked our pirate-themed challenge at Words 2 Scrap By! Thanks so much for playing along. 🙂
Another great group of cards! And so fitting for our Ahoy Matey challenge – thanks for joining us!!
Awesome. Thanks for the tutorials and the card measurements.
What's the name of your tape machine and where can I purchase one?
I use a Scotch ATG (Advanced Tape Glider) glue gun. The refills are inexpensive, especially when bought in bulk, and it's super sticky. I've seen it at local craft stores and on Amazon.
How many feet of tape do you use in total (average) for a 6×6 pad tutorial?
I use ATG tape and each roll is 36 yards. I average between 2 and 3 rolls per 6×6 (a 24-sheet one). So I would say around 270-325 feet. Since I buy a full case of refills, they cost less than one dollar per roll. I want to make sure my cards stay together, so I don't skimp on adhesive.
Where do you get the rolls that cheap ?
I buy refills from The Tape Depot and watch for their sales. They will have a 10 – 15% off coupon once in a while. Great time to stock up on refills.
Which one do you use
I've always bought the 1/4" size. But I see they now carry 3/8". I may try that size next time.
Kristie I am so sorry to be a pain in the … But these tapes are so confusing to me is it the scrapbook tape you get # 56720 A
So sorry to be such a pest and thank you for responding. I just truly love all you do on your blog.
Thank you
Nanci
Nanci, it's no problem at all. I have the link bookmarked since I know I'll forget by the time I need to place an order again. Yes, that's the tape I buy. Here's the link. thetapedepot.com/products/scrapbooking-tape-56720-a.html
You are a jewel thank you so much. The price is awesome !!!!!,
Thanks again
Nanci