I know you just read that post title and thought, “What do DIY cards have to do with DOLLS?” Stick with me on this one and you will see.
From time to time I am given the opportunity to work with companies in different capacities and I was recently introduced to a new line of do it yourself cards from David Tutera Paper Crafts now available at Jo-Ann stores. David’s three step process makes it so easy (I’d even call it habit-forming 
) to make a special handmade card that is guaranteed to be treasured by the recipient. I’ll show you.
To get me started on my new love of card making, the team at David Tutera sent me a HUGE box of products. In this box are cards, cards, and more cards (everyone is getting handmade cards from me from now on), decorative layers that add dimension and a bunch of cool embellishments. Stop and think for a moment, not only can these embellishments put the special something on a card, there are some pretty neat ideas for doll decor and crafts in there, too.
Everything from itty bitty tags to balloons, little butterflies and sea shells… guaranteed to inspire.
Since the primary focus of this campaign is to show you how easy it is to make a stunning handmade card in minutes – literally minutes – let’s start.
So, technically you start by picking a card, but what I found myself doing was picking an embellishment first then figuring out which card and goodies would work best with it. Once you have your card, pick one of the layers to add extra interest. I just loved these little flowers and originally I thought I might use them both – side by side – like I did in another card, but ultimately chose to stick with the pink one.
Next I took my inspiration piece – the Wish embellishment – and started stacking different pieces to get the look I wanted. I cut the flower layer down so it made a frame of sorts. I just love how all the colors and layers work together to create such a stunning finished piece. Once I was happy with the placement of all the pieces, I used double sided adhesive and stuck it all into place.
Didn’t that turn out adorable? Since it is Breast Cancer awareness month and a dear friend of mine is battling hard right now, I think this card will be going off to her along with one of the True Hope Moxie dolls I picked up earlier this summer. True Hope Avery is our model and I just love how this photo turned out.
But, that’s not all you can make! I decided to make a little canvas wall hanging for the dolls’ room using the mini tags and the sea shell embellishments. The mini canvas is one of a few I picked up for another project I will be sharing with you in a few weeks.
One of the cool things about the David Tutera cardstock is that the core is a different color than the outside. Using a neat little sanding block I was able to remove part of the outer layer to give even more dimension to my finished project.
I just LOVE how the little buttons and the sanded layer really make this pop!
Hearts for Hearts Girls Lauryce and AG Calista just love the new artwork and can’t wait to find the perfect spot in the doll space for it. These would be perfect projects for a sleepover or doll party!
Of course, you can make matching girl size and doll size cards in just minutes. To make the doll sized cards, I just cut the card down to about 2″ x 1.5″ to get the scale right.
McKenna is showing off a few of the other doll sized cards I made. Honestly, I could spend the whole day making these little cards. So much fun to let the creativity just go thanks to the head start the David Tutera card line pieces give you.
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Three lucky winners will receive a $300 grand prize pack of supplies from David Tutera’s Celebrate cardmaking line AND a personally signed book from David! Twenty (20) additional winners will receive a $50 Celebrate prize pack.
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Disclosure: I did this post is part of a paid campaign with David Tutera and The Blueprint Social. However, all opinions (and the new card making obsession) are 100% my own.
firstie!
Wow, those are really cool! I love those!
Secondie!!! Making cards is my moms job lol!!!!!! And awesome job char!
Fourthie, I love that card that says wish on it.
fithie!
thirdie
Wow this looks really cool 
I’ll have to check this out next time I’m at a craft store…with money.. lol ;D
The doll sized ones are adorable. My distant aunty (who lives in Western Australia. I live in New South Wales) always sends handmade cards for my birthday, so I should be expecting one next week, you know, with my 13th birthday on the 11th October.
Char, best wishes and prayers for your friend. I’m sure your card and doll will really brighten her day.
hey everyone! i am back…..i no it was short…..but the break made me feel great and now i am crazy about ag again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks everyone for the kind words!!!!!!!!!
Those are awesome cards, I am so lucky to have a craft store near home!
Can’t wait to get the supplies
Megan I am so happy that you like AG now!!!!
Char, best wishes for your friend. I have faith!
oops! fifthie
Happy Birthday Erin 
My birthday is also on the eleventh-of May 
Those are ADORABLE!
I LOVE THIS POST! I NEED TO BEG MY MOM!
Love all of your cards! I didn’t get that daisy layer. I think I need to go to Joann’s and pick it up. Great post.
Thanks Lynda – that daisy layer is so much fun to work with. I have used it on few different cards in a variety of ways.
wow! love the pumpkin!
I really want to try this out!!!!!!
This is so cool! I have a DIY card kit, but not from David Tutera.
this is a good idea i might make one sometime. right now im so irratated because i have to wear my old glasses because my school bus wrecked yesterday and my glasses broke at the hinges. i should probably get started on homework now.
Does anyone know where I could find stuff (tutorials for, clothes, accessories, anything!) for mini dolls? I know it’s an odd request, but as I’ve mentioned before, the only ag doll I have is mini Molly, and I really only have space for a doll house her I’ve made quite a few things, but as far as clothes and accessories…I don’t have much. Even if any of you have ideas on stuff, they would be welcome.
Wow! I love crafty stuff, like making cards!
You could also look on etsy.com for things too!
Molly- Look on Youtube! And KarenMomofThree sent in a tutorial on how to make a dollhouse! Here’s the link: http://dolldiaries.com/doll-craft-create-the-perfect-room-for-your-6-inch-dolls/
Hope this was helpful
Wow. I made a papercraft kanani after i found the disney family website.
Cute! I have to try this!!:)
Iris+Mckenna~Thank you! I had used Karen’s tutorial, but Etsy is definitely a terrific idea! So is youtube!
Cute i make cards with my cricut
I was looking at my DIY kit and I realized it’s made by AG! I think I got it for my birthday one year and they have doll sized cards too! It’s way too cool!
Im back
and cute 
I imagine
I’m waiting to see what GOTY 2013 looks like we have the same interests
Medium skin
Brown eyes
Marie grace mold , classic , or a new mold
Long curly brown / blonde highlights and parted on the side
( probably not but I wish :/ )
What does DIY mean
Please help????
DO IT YOURSELF and i am surprised no one is asking me what a cricut is
It means do it yourself
http://www.cricut.com/using-your-cricut/original-cricut check that link char it is a machine that cuts paper
aglover- lol, what is a cricut?
Oh thanks that’s very helpful
I love cricut
It is fun