Science Party Invitation

I finally finished the invitations for Nathan's Mad Science Birthday party. It took me awhile to come up with the invitations. I knew I wanted something bright and interactive, but just couldn't come up with a concept that I was happy with. Then I remembered shakers that I used to make for scrapbooking.

You can find lots of online tutorials for shaker cards here. Basically, it is two pieces of cardstock & clear acetate sandwiched with foam tape. The interior of this shaker is filled with seed beads, but you can also use glitter, sequins or anything with a low profile. When you move the card, the beads slide around inside the test tube.

I used blank notecards & envelopes from Michaels. The wavy orange border was made with the Creative Memories 12" Decorative Trimmer & the bubbles are clear epoxy stickers made by EK Success (from Joanns).

I have planned lots of fun experiments, food & an "Invent Your Own Sundae" bar loaded with lots of yummy toppings.

You can see inside the invitation here.