Card Technique
 

I have noticed alot of cards have like a row of holes as a boarder and i am wondering how that is done? Is it done with a tool. It looks so straight. I love that look.

Most people are probably using the template from Stampin' Up. It is in the crafters tool kit or the mat pack. You can use other templates or even the plastic mesh for embroidery.

Thank you so much. I will look into both of those.

Also I saw a tutorial somewhere to use your cropadile with it turned to the part that punches a eyelet down. That portion will emboss little dots on your cardstock in a border section. I think it is a great idea! Cyndi

Thank you cyndi. That sound like fun to.

Also the Tim Holtz Design Ruler is great for making perfectly spaced pierced holes. The ruler is acrylic with a grid printed on the ruler and a 12" line of holes. It also has a metal "edge" for cutting with a hobby blade.

thank you. i will have to look into that one. sound very interesting.

you can also use graph (grid) paper...just lay a sheet over the edge that you want the holes (make sure it is lined up) and punch through the graph paper

Can anyone tell me where to find the Tim Holtz Ruler? I've looked on-line but haven't been able to find one. Locally, it isn't carried by Michaels

Have a great day

I like using my Sewing Machine, I am lazy ....
let it do the trick!

Love the Crop-a-dile idea of raised dots.

Gina K Paper Piercing Kit
 

This is the best thing, I think, to achieve the effect you want. Gina K has a kit with several templates Under $5. Perfect results every time!

Oh hadn't thought about using a sewing machine

You could also just use a ruler and a paper piercer like I do. Depending how far apart you want your holes to be ... I usually do mine about 1/8 inch apart. Easy peasy!

For larger holes
 

For anyone who wants larger holes (like Treading Water scalloped edge type of thing), you can mark the spots for the holes using the waste top of a 'form' (like a purchase order, etc.) or the waste waxy backing paper from labels which go into a track-feed printer.

The holes are the perfect size and you can punch the marked spots with a hand punch. The larger the waste strip, the more holes you can mark.

Hope I've made myself clear. Not sure if what I've written is as understandable as what's in my head! :rolleyes:

Tim Holtz Ruler
 

This is the site for the Tim HoltzRuler. http://www.timholtz.com/vid_ruler.html

I use the plastic needlepoint canvas as a guide. It also comes in different shapes - I love the rectangle and circle.