I got this great shaker card idea from the very talented Heather Summers . 

Step 1: Punch the largest punch in the coaster (i used 1 3/4 circle) 

Step 2: Lay your 4×4 piece of DSP over the coaster and then use the same punch to make a hole in the DSP

Step3: Mount a 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 pice of white cardstock on the back of the coaster behind the opening

Step 4: Make your rudolph circle making sure to leave the crystal effects and red glitter dry

Step 5: Attach the rudolph circles in the center of the white piece of CS

Step 6: Place a SMALL amount of micro beads and a dash of glitter to the "well" around Ruddie

Step 7: Glue a 2 1/2 x 2 1/5 piece of acetate over Ruddie and the beads….ensure you seal around the edges

Step 8: Cover the coaster with your DSP and smooth edges

Step 9: Stamp your message, punch scalloped edge, add ribbon to the coaster THEN mount coaster to your card.

Seems like a lot of work but they really aren’t as scary as they look…..

Tags: coasters, Dear Friends, Rudolph, shaker card, stampin up, Stamping

Here is a sneak peek at one of the cards that will be included in the Christmas (WCMD) Stamp-a-Stack I am doing both Friday night and Saturday.  Thank You Heather for this VERY easy version of the popular shaker card that everyone loves.  I have also used the new Top Note Sizzix die that everyone is talking about.  The stamps are from the Snow Swirled set ( my new favourite!).  If you would like to order these for your 2008 custom made Christmas cards, please contact me by October 17th to ensure they are ready for you to mail on Dec 1st.

Tags: cards, Christmas, Dazzling Diamonds, shaker card, Snow Swirled, Top Note Sizzix die