Inspired to update the Side-Step Nativity Card SVG

I am currently not offering my svg files for purchase. In addition to the fact that it has been a long time since I have sat at the craft table, for creating physical cards or for creating cutting files, there were some recent issues with some of the more popular files that I am currently not able to debug/fix. Until the time comes again that my craft-bug bites, I will be tending to some other projects in life. I wish you the best, and thank you for your support!

Hi, everyone!

This is my second post of the day, so please scroll down to see my new Gothic Windows Card Post! :0)

Inspired by many of your creations I have updated the SVG file for the Side Step Nativity Card. (You can visit the original post here). I have added a trumpeting angel to the file, and shadow layers for each element on the card. Here is a picture of a new card I made using the updated file.

If you would like to purchase the svg file for this card, please email me at cherylfirst1@yahoo.com.
Please enter "Nativity Side Step Card SVG Purchase" in the subject line of your email and include the email address you want a paypal invoice sent to inthe body of your email. Cost of this file is $3.00.

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Version 2, using the Angel and Shadows

The file does still contain the star from my first card, but now you have a choice! :0)

Here's a photo of the first card I had made with this file.

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Version 1, using the Star SVG

For those of you that already have Version 1, I am offering the Angel as a freebie on my blog through Christmas. The shadows are something you can create in SCAL (or MTC) using the software, and are added to the updated file as a convenience for new purchasers, so these are not being offered as a freebie.
Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!



*Free Download Link Expired December 25, 2012

Side Steppin' with Stamping Dragon

Hi, everyone!

I back on my love of the dragons from Stamping Dragon Designs for my post today. I've created this card  using the Rupert Goes Fishing Take 1 image from the store! I also used the Boy Word Art for my sentiment, and the A Man Thing Digipaper Pack for all my papers!

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I colored him with my PSE. I used some of my new Quickutz dies for the fishing accessories. My grass is actualy a Christmas EK Success border punch called "Icicles", but upside down, it works great for grass, I think! :0) My water punch is a new Fiskars punch that I recently. 

Please visit the Stamping Dragon Designs store to pickup this image, a few sentiments for yourself, and this great digipaper to print out, and be sure to check out all the other great items!

Thanks so much for stopping by! Don't forget to stop over at the store to see all the available Stampin' Dragon Designs images and digital papers, and be sure to check out the rest of the highlights on my fellow DT's blogs for more great inspiration! (Their blog links are all located in the left sidebar of my blog for you! :0)) You should also stop over at the challenge blog to catch all the details for the current challenge, and don't forget to enter your project for a chance to win! :0)

Thanks for stopping by!

I hope you will join me next week for more Stampin' Dragon Designs eye candy!

This card has been entered into the following challenges:

Digi Doodle Shop's Best - Animals

Little Miss Muffet - Easel, Shaped or Stepped Card

Paper Crafting Journey - Anything Made with Paper Goes

Crafty Creations - Stripes

Paper Pretties - Masculine

Paper Shelter - Anything Goes

Island of Misfit Toys

Okay....so maybe this is not really Misfit Toys, but I had the tv on in the background while I was mass producing some 2-5-7-10 goodie bags today, and Rudolph was on this evening. I can remember gearing up for the Christmas cartoon specials as a kid, usually a full week or more from when they would air. We made it a big event at our house....you know....popcorn, pj's, cocoa (hot Ovaltine, actually)  and blankets! hahaha! A true kids dream night! :)
Anyhow, I am easily bored, so I took the inspired moment to make something new! It's not perfect (I messed up my scoring, but was too lazy to re-cut the card base, so it's a bit "whoopsied!"), but I know the file is okay, and the next finished card I use it for will be better. Time is drawing nearer the holidays, so I'm posting a photo of my "whoopsy" card, and attaching the svg file download for you to start working on your own! :)
The window layer is three pieces: base, vellum center, and the frame of the window. The tree layer is six cuts: the base, the tree layers, and the tree stump. The toy layer has a lot of cuts: the base, rocking horse (which is five cuts), the gifts and bows (five of each).
The Sentiment on my card is just a hand-written sentiment on paper that is punched with an SU hand punch, so this shape is not in the folder.
Thanks for checking it out! I hope you enjoy the paper piecing on this one! ")
Crafty Tip:
You could use the layered tree file as a card, itself! Try embossing each layer with different textures. Ohhhh....Pretty!! :)

This file is no longer available as a freebie. Please visit the "SVG's for sale" tab at the top of the blog for information on purchasing.

The files I offer are typically compressed, and will need to be unzipped prior to use.

Cut files are in SVG format and are compatible with Sure Cuts A Lot, make the Cut and any software cutting program that supports svg files.

You can contact me at cherylfirst1@yahoo.com if you have any questions about any of my files, or if you just want to drop me a note! 

Happy Crafting!  :)

Side Step Nativity Card & Free SVG

Please CLICK HERE to visit the post regarding 

updates to this file!

Nov 2012

I had a request for a step card that used nativity figures. While I really would have liked to accommodate that request, the steps are not large enough to allow for the detail required for that, in my opinion. Instead, I created a side-step card! :)
I didn't put a sentiment on this one, but was thinking about it (after the fact). For those of you that own a Word Window Punch, the bottom of the animal layer could be punched to layer a sentiment below! Or, you could place an oval or square cutout in SCAL on this layer. :)
A quick tip for this card - make sure your mat and blade are very clean/sharp. I did have a bit of trouble with my cut of the animal legs - my mat could use a clean up!!
For my nativity figures, I ran each layer through the Cuttlebug using the Victorian, D'Vine Swirl and Moroccan Screen Embossing folders. I'm still digging through scraps and stash for my paper choices, but I can tell you on this card what I used: The base layer is True Thyme, a retired SU card stock. The Bethlehem Star is glitter mat stacks, and the rest of the layers are Stampin Up Mellow Moss, Close To Cocoa, and a designer paper from a retired Christmas pack that the name evades me at the moment!
The free svg file contains an svg for the card base, each step element (baby Jesus, Wise men  and animal layers), and the Bethlehem Star, which is a double layer file. I have also included a jpg photo (larger than shown here) that shows the dimensions for scoring your card. :)
Have a wonderful holiday this week! I am certain we are all busy-busy with family, friends and food!
Happy Crafting!

Front View

Side View

Nativity Side Step Card

This file is no longer available as a freebie!

If you wish to purchase the file, cost is $3.00. I accept Paypal payments only for my files. Payment can be sent to my yahoo email address. Please make sure to include the email address you want me to send the file to in your payment, as well as a note indicating which of my files you are purchasing.

Thank you!

email: cherylfirst1@yahoo.com

Nov 12, 2012 - Also visit my post that features my 

Accordion Nativity Card SVG!