Whimsical Valentine Cards for Men
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to express love and appreciation, so today we’re creating two festive cards perfect for the men in your life. Valentine’s Day projects are also a great excuse for repurposing leftover holiday papers. After the holiday season, I often find myself with an abundance of Christmas-themed papers. Many of these prints with their red, pink, black, and gray patterns are ideal for Valentine’s Day projects like these.
Today’s card making projects feature the charming Love Bigfoot die. The images is perfect for the rugged men in your life and these whimsical cards are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. In the video below, I’ll guide you through creating these unique card designs that creatively repurpose leftover holiday papers. You will also find a list of supplies and cutting guide here so that you can recreate these designs.
SUPPLIES | Love Big Foot Die, SSS Love Big Foot Die, Autumn Artisan Metal Craft Dies, Christmas Post Paper Pad, Miss. Kate Christmas Joy Cardstock, Matte Black Sequin Confetti, Glassboard, Stack-n-Sort Trays, Spellbinders Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine, Standard Magic Mat, Mint Tape, Refillable Permanent Tape Runner, Double Sided Adhesive Foam, Double Sided Tape, Tape Runner, Die Lifter Tool, Craft Pick Pro Tool
A complete list of supplies can be found in my Project Gallery or in the Video Description
This simple yet engaging card is perfect for the special men in your life. I selected a mix of black, red, and gray, with a subtle pink to create the design. You can add a handwritten sentiment or a favorite Valentine phrase to personalize it..
Simple Steps to Create this Card
- Cut your base layer measures 5½” x 4¼”.
- Place the 2¼” x 4¼” plaid strip onto the card front.
- Layer the the 4¾” x 3½” black and 3¼” x 4½” white cardstock pieces onto the center of the card. Add decorative pen-work for contrast.
- Using the Love Bigfoot die, cut an image from gray star-patterned paper for a fun, whimsical focal point. Position it centrally on the card.
- Enhance the card with additional pen-stroke outlines, inked edges, or textured elements like embossing. For a polished look, layer red cardstock leaves above the sentiment strip.
- For a finishing touch, adhere three matte black confetti pieces to mimic enamel dots. They add dimension without complicating mailing.
This second card is a simple pop-up design that can be altered using your favorite holiday patterns and Valentine sentiments. It would also make a sweet birthday or anniversary card.
Simple Steps to Create this Card
- Score the 9” x 4¼” black cardstock so that it folds in half lengthwise.
- Center the 4” x 3¾” red star pattern onto the front of the card.
- Adhere two Bigfoot die cuts for extra sturdiness. Position the character so it doesn’t exceed 5½” in height for an A2 envelope.
- Cut an oval die cut for the sentiment – a perfect space for a heartfelt note.
- Ground the design with the leftover plaid strip and frame the sentiment with black leaves.
- Enhance the card with additional pen-stroke outlines, inked edges, or textured elements like embossing.
- For a finishing touch, adhere matte black confetti pieces along the card base to resemble grommets. Ensure the flat side faces down for proper adhesion.
Are you excited to create your own magical winter card? Click ‘watch on YouTube’ below to open the video in a new tab so that you can hit the ‘like’ button and leave a comment!
These playful Bigfoot-themed Valentine cards are festive, masculine, and filled with whimsical charm. The Love Bigfoot die adds just the right amount of fun, making these designs perfect for sharing with the special men in your life. My husband and four sons always enjoy these silly Valentine creations, and I’m sure yours will too!
I’m so excited to see the projects that you create. Don’t forget to share your finished creations with me. You can leave me a comment below with a direct link or tag @misscarriescreations on your favorite social media site.
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