Tim Holtz Map die “Across the Miles” Card with Shari Carroll
Happy Friday everyone!
I have a card inspiration for you today which carries a lot of meaning. My oldest sister turns 60 next week and we are 1834 miles away (I Googled it :o)… So, since it’s such a milestone age, I thought it would be nice to make something special for her.
I started out with watercolor paper and the Tim Holtz United States thinlits die. I painted the states with mini Distress inks and a little water.I used a wide variety of colors and even mixed a few.
I put a string between Illinois and Nevada and added the distance of miles with Tim Holtz Number Brads. I also added Happy Birthday and “60” using Chit Chat stickers, Celebration Words and Mini Numerals.
I figured a way to put all the tiny states back together on a card by using a sheet of acetate. I’ve put together a process video, you can view it below or on our YouTube channel.
Thanks for coming by today. I hope you have found some inspiration in my card and have a terrific weekend!
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Shari … this is absolutely STUNNING! WOW!!
Shari and Tim make quite a pair! Love this!
It’s a GORGEOUS card Shari, I”m sure it will be a keepsake card for your Sister! TFS
Fantastic card!
This is gorgeous!
You continue to amaze me with your inspirational and creative cards. I’m sure your sister will treasure this one.
Great card!
Have been struggling with this die and came up with a workable solution but anxious to try your method…I had this same idea in my head and now am not quite so afraid to put it into play. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
So cool! Love this USA card!
stuning!
I love this card, it is so cool!!!
Happy Birthday to your sister, I will be 60 next month and I also live hundreds of miles from my sisters. Wonderful card.
I love the map……..There’s so many ways to use it! What an incredible card! Simon has all the fun, inspirational products for designing!!!!!
LOVE the US die!
Happy, happy birthday to your sister, Shari!! What an AMAZING card! It really is a special one full of meaning. I’m sure your sister will treasure it.
Love how each state has been colored.
A fun idea.
thanks for sharing.
What an amazing project and a stunning Birthday card for your sister:)
Really amazing card!! Love this!
Absolutely gorgeous card Shari! You can see the love!
What a gorgeous and unique card for your sister, love it!
This card is wonderful! So much texture and dimension! Happy Birthday to your sister!
Oh my gosh – this is so beautiful! TFS
Wow, that was a lot of work, but it turned out beautiful.
This card is amazing, your sister will love it!
Great card! Love the textures and colors!
What a special birthday card for your sister! I love the way you personalized it by adding the twine! Very clever! If I were your sister, I would frame the card!
One word…..WOW!
What a special card!
Such a brilliant card! Your sister will cherish it indeed.
Cool card Shari. Thanks for sharing all your techniques. Your video was awesome!
Like how you used the TH US Map for the milestone bday card. Have a Bee-utiful day!
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
Fabulous, love it!!!
Awesome – love the coloring and design of your card ! Your sister will love it !!!
What a wonderful card, so personal. Happy Birthday to your sister :)
Fabulous card! Full of personal details! Thanks for the inspiration Shari!
Great design Shari! TFS!
Great card!
Great use of dies! Hope no one thinks she was born that year, ha!
Absolutely awesome card!!! Thanks for sharing!
What a great card!
AWESOME card, thanks for the video!
Wow Shari! This is a phenomenal card. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, amazing!
Fabulous card! Love all the Tim Holtz products you were able to use. Totally awesome! Thanks for sharing :)
Wow! The dimensions and details in this card is so inspiring. Your sister will love it.
Outstanding project! Shari is so talented.
Beautiful!! Love the card! The map work is awesome!
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Wowww.This is absolutely Stunning . Your sister will love it .Thanks for video and inspiration!
WHOA – what an awesome card – it has oodles and oodles of coolness, texture and amazing dimension!!
Wow! I love everything about this card!