Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

I have to say, the new mini slimline card size is so refreshing. I love to try out new card formats, and while it did take me quite a while to give the slimline format a try, I jumped on the mini slimline trend nearly immediately and I love it. Somehow I prefer smaller cards, they feel cozier in a way.

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

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CARD IDEA

To calculate the size for this new card size I used the dimensions of the mini slimline envelope –3 1/2 x 6 1/2″. I subtracted a 1/4″, so the card size ended up 3 1/4 x 6 1/4″. The white panel is 1/4″ smaller than the card base, so 3 x 6″.

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

I stamped images from the Magnolia Cottage stamp set in Memento Tuxedo Black ink onto Neenah Solar White cardstock and colored using a mix of Copic Markers and Polychromos colored pencils. I also used coordinating dies and cut the images out in my Platinum 6 die cutting machine.

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

I foam mounted the jug and florals and also added the door and window to make it look like it was a small cottage. I love this concept. I also added some grass under the cottage by dotting green markers and stamping the stones.

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

I stamped the sentiment directly onto the panel and also stamped several hearts. The panel was foam mounted onto a white card base covered with gray cardstock. I wanted the color combo for this card to be purple, yellow, and gray – these colors always go so well together.

Simon Says Stamp | The Mini Slimline Magnolia Cottage Card

Finally, I embellished the card with Sparkling Clear Sequins from Pretty Pink Posh. Have you tried the mini slimline card size yet?

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Simon Says Clear Stamps Magnolia Cottage
Simon Says Clear Stamps Magnolia Cottage
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Simon Says Stamp Magnolia Cottage Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp Magnolia Cottage Wafer Dies
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Simon Says Stamps and Dies Magnolia Cottage
Simon Says Stamps and Dies Magnolia Cottage
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Simon Says Stamp Envelopes Mini Slimline Lemon Chiffon Open End
Simon Says Stamp Envelopes Mini Slimline Lemon Chiffon Open End
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Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine
Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine
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Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
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Simon Says Stamp Slate Gray Cardstock
Simon Says Stamp Slate Gray Cardstock
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Misti Stamping Tool
Misti Stamping Tool
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Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
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Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad
Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad
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Faber-Castell Polychromos 12 Set
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Faber-Castell Polychromos 36 Set
Faber-Castell Polychromos 36 Set
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Pretty Pink Posh Sparkling Clear Sequins Mix
Pretty Pink Posh Sparkling Clear Sequins Mix
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Sakura Classic White Gelly Roll Pens Set of 3
Sakura Classic White Gelly Roll Pens Set of 3
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Copic Sketch Marker Y13 Lemon Yellow
Copic Sketch Marker Y13 Lemon Yellow
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Copic Sketch Marker Y15 Cadmium Yellow
Copic Sketch Marker Y15 Cadmium Yellow
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Copic Sketch Marker BV02 Prune
Copic Sketch Marker BV02 Prune
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Copic Sketch Marker YG03 Yellow Green
Copic Sketch Marker YG03 Yellow Green
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Copic Sketch Marker G94 Grayish Olive
Copic Sketch Marker G94 Grayish Olive
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Copic Sketch Marker G99 Olive Green
Copic Sketch Marker G99 Olive Green
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Copic Sketch Marker C1 Cool Gray
Copic Sketch Marker C1 Cool Gray
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Copic Sketch Marker C3 Cool Gray Grey
Copic Sketch Marker C3 Cool Gray Grey
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Copic Sketch Marker C5 Cool Gray Grey
Copic Sketch Marker C5 Cool Gray Grey
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Copic Sketch Marker V15 Mallow
Copic Sketch Marker V15 Mallow
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Copic Sketch Marker V17 Amethyst
Copic Sketch Marker V17 Amethyst
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White Foam Squares
White Foam Squares
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Simon Says Stamp Big Momma Foam Tape Roll
Simon Says Stamp Big Momma Foam Tape Roll
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Zig Glue Pen Fine Tip
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11 Comments

    1. Wow! This is gorgeous!!!!!! Love this size too! Canโ€™t wait to try it

    1. Yes! I really like the mini slimline size! Something different can really give a spark of inspiration. I love your purples, dimension and the dotted grass is a great touch. I am terrible at “flicks” of color, so I am going to give the dots a try. Thank you for the great ideas!

    1. Love this card! What is the starting dimension of the card stock? I’m mathematically challenged.

    1. So pretty, love the colors. I’ve heard about this mini slimline card and wonder about it. Thanks for your tips and techniques.

    1. Pretty card! ๐Ÿ™‚

      I’m so confused of all these card sizes. I mainly make US A2, 6×6 or European A6 card sizes. I’m soooo behind of all these trendy sizes. ๐Ÿ™‚

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