Things I've learned so far...

I've only been making cards since January but I've learned a few things since then.

1. Glue dots work better than double sided tape for attaching bows. I don't know why I ever thought double sided tape was a good idea for ribbons.
2. Some tools are worth paying for. I love my Scotch ATG tape dispenser gun and my Big Shot.
3. But some things can be got really cheaply. I have a huge stash of ribbons that I picked up at The Works for £1 for 5 lengths or £1 for a long roll.
4. Don't always think you have to use card-making supplies. I bought a wheel of nail gems from eBay for a couple of pounds and they're perfect for embellishments. There have to be about 1,000 gems in there and they stick down really well with PVA glue and look great.
5. Don't stick things down until you're absolutely certain that's where you want them. The number of times I've stuck something down with tape and then realised I wanted to wrap a ribbon around it is ridiculous!