Flowerbug's Inkspot

Circle Celebration; so fun!

I have to share this neat card Chanda made for her Card Club swap.  I love seeing their style and what my gals make. 

She stamped the images from the Circle Celebration stamp set (seen here) all over her 4" X 5 1/4" White CS.  Then she stamped more and punched and fussy cut them out to add dimension to the card. 

I believe her colors are Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry and Real Red. 

Such a fun and happy card.  Great job Chanda! 

I'll be using this fun stamp set in a Kit to Go in May; the cards are so fun!!  

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3 Flowering Cactus Fun Fold cards with video!

I created these cards on Facebook Live last week using the Flowering Cactus product medley seen on pages 8-9 of the Spring Catalog.  But I purchased the refill kit instead of the main suite because I wanted mostly the paper, twine and felt accents. 

You'll find the video below.  For those of you on Facebook you can see it here.  

I share a FB Live video each Tuesday at 11 am CT.  Join me here! 

This fold is called a Joy Fold card; a favorite of mine that is basically two half cards folded into one another. 

The colors are Mint Macaron, Highland Heather and White.   The greeting is from Happiest of Birthdays.  The inside greeting is from Happy Thoughts set in the Spring catalog. 

Next is an accordion style card.  I kind of made this one up; trying to use just half of a sheet of card stock for the fold. 

This greeting die-cut is from the Stitched So Sweetly dies and that embossing texture is made with the Tasteful Textile 3D folder.  The greeting is from Simply Succulents stamp set in the Spring catalog. 

Lastly is a super simple fun fold card that shows off your designer paper well; on the front and the inside of the card. *See measurements in the photo below. 

The colors here are Mint Macaron, Calypso Coral and White.  The pretty Coral twine comes in the refill kit.  

Here's the video for you; enjoy! 

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*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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Fine Art Panel cards; Easy Layout for Designer Paper!

At first I thought this card layout might be too simple for my Stamp with Me Live video this week. But the cards turned out wonderful and really highlight your designer paper and greeting!  Join me here on Facebook for 6 Live videos each month! 

These would be great cards to make a bunch of and you'd use up some of your Designer Paper stash too!

I'll share a few of them for you but be sure to watch the video below for tips and more. 

I used the Ridiculously Awesome and Butterfly Gala stamp sets; both are retiring. 

The dies are Stitched So Sweetly , Tasteful Labels & Stitched Nested Labels *on sale now!. 

The Butterfly Duet punch is retiring and is now just $7.20!  See it here. 

Isn't this Fine Art paper lovely?  See it here; it will retire in June. I really like the way the panels create a type of scene with this layout. 

Here’s the video for you. 

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*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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My Top Picks for the BEST Deals!

I thought I'd share a few of my favorite deals happening right now. Between the Last Chance list and the Clearance Rack there is a lot and it changes daily. 

Lists can be hard to read so I’ve got pictures for you! 

Fabulous Kits & quick cards: 

Gorgeous Posies card kit with box! $25.60 (was $32)

Makes 16 cards: 4 each of 4 designs. Complete using the Gorgeous Posies Cling Stamp Set (sold separately) or any other greetings set.

Tag Buffet Project Kit $18 (was $30)   *You can see the cards I made with these tags below! 

Makes 30 Christmas tags: 5 each of 6 designs
* Tag size: 3-1/4" x 4-1/4"
* Includes 7-5/8" x 5-3/4" x 1-3/4" designer box                                                                                

     

Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards pack  $4.40 (was $11) *See the pretty cards I made with them below with no stamping!  (Get the cards & envelopes to match here.  They're also on sale for a perfect sale match-up!

Includes 50 total double-sided cards (2 each of 25 designs) in 3" x 4" (7.6 x 10.2 cm) and 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) sizes; 4 sticker sheets, 2 each of 2 designs. 

 

Joy of Sharing Card kit $21 (was $35) *perfect for this year's Christmas photo cards!

Create classic Christmas cards with the all-inclusive Joy of Sharing Card Kit! This kit is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters on the go. 

* Kit includes the 7-piece Joy of Sharing Photopolymer Stamp Set
* Makes 15 traditional or photo cards and envelopes

       

 

Embellishments: 

Adhesive Backed Sequins $3.60 (was $7.50)

These were a big favorite! You get 260 Adhesive-backed Snowflakes;130 each of 2 colors

All the Trimming embellishments $4.80 (was $8)  100 pieces: 80 dots, 40 each in Poppy Parade and white; 20 stars in Bumblebee

 

Paper!

Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Paper $9 now; was $15

I cannot believe this is available; they ran out of it twice! 48 double-sided sheets: 4 each of 12 designs; 6" x 6"

Plaid Tidings 6 X 6" DSP - $6.90; was $11.50

Gorgeous designs for all seasons!  Everyone loved this paper!

 

 

Tools!

Butterfly Duet Punch $7.20 (was $18)

 

Lace 3D embossing folder $4 (was $10)

Stitched Nested Labels $28 (was $35) **If you don't have these I highly recommend you get these before they're gone. 

Stamparatus Bag $11.60 *was $29.  I love this bag!  

Happy Dies $12 (was $30) 

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April Specials!

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Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

Hey Girlfriend with a paper strips background!

Coloring these sweet girls can be intimidating but not with our Blends markers!  Look at her! 

I will admit that my friend & team member Audrey colored this one.  She shared a bunch of stamped & colored girls with me and I've made a few cards with them.  If you look closely you can see the changes in color hue that gives great dimension. Such as her skirt. See how the outside is darker than the inside?  Same with her cheeks. 

The Blends markers are fabulous tools!  

I had a bunch of colored card stock strips laying on my desk and decided to use them for a background.  I cut some into thinner strips to add interest. I did not measure; they vary in widths which adds some interest & fun.

I adhered them to a 3 1/2" X 4 3/4" piece of card stock. Then I trimmed off the excess and added the entire piece to a piece of 3 5/8" X 4 7/8" piece of Black CS before I added it to the White card base.  

This stamp set will not be carried over; it will retire in June.  You can see it here. 

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April Specials!

Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

Current Host code is 3PA3P32V

Order online here

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Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

TWO Amazing Sales Happening Now! New Clearance Rack items will go FAST!

They're updating the Clearance Rack Tuesday!

The deals are so amazing that they can sell out within minutes! 

Be sure to check it out ASAP here.  

Remember to check out the Last Chance deals seen here while you're shopping.  Combine these big sales and save big!  

Save even more here with the BEST DEAL we offer!

Did you know you can choose items from these two sales to add to your Starter Kit?  And you can choose items from the upcoming Annual Catalog (Sneak Peaks) as well including new products, In Colors and more! 

You'll get even bigger savings since it's always 25% off!  

Choose up to $125 in products for just $99 and your shipping is free!! From then on all of your Stampin' Up! products are 20% off. And you don't need to place another order until September to stay active.  

Perks of joining my Flowerbug's Team:

1. Enjoy 20% discount on all future Stampin' Up! purchases (for as long as you wish; no pressure to stay). 
2. The ability to pre-order NEW product a month before everyone else (May/June is Sale-a-Bration & Holiday catalog pre-order)!
3. Direct access to demonstrator only websites & FB groups with TONS of project sharing you won't see anywhere else. 
4. Get $125 in product of your choice with the $99 kit purchase!  (A free Paper Pumpkin Kit, business supplies including 8 new catalogs and more)
5. As a member of my Team you have access to some exclusive benefits including:
6. An exclusive Team Facebook group where we share inspiration and ideas.
7. Access to every project tutorial I create (at least 2 per month) including all previous PDF tutorials. Use them as you wish! 
8. The option of monthly card swaps with my Flowerbug's Team.
9. Monthly creative & business challenges with Prize Patrols. 
10. Monthly team meetings &/or Facebook Lives for just my group!

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April Specials!

Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

Current Host code is 3PA3P32V

Order online here

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Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

The last of my 10 amazing card ideas for Paper Strips!

Today I'm sharing the last of the 10 cards I made on my Facebook Live video.  If you aren't following me on Facebook yet click here. I host a video each Tuesday morning at 11 am CT and twice a month on Monday evenings as well. 

I had a bunch of paper strips leftover from cutting out for cards and kits and created some fun & unique cards with them.  We're calling them 'Stripper Cards'! 

Here's a favorite I made with 3/4" X 3 3/4" strips of Bermuda Bay, Pool Party & Pumpkin Pie.  

I started out with a 4" X 5 1/4" piece of White CS.  Starting at the bottom I added a strip and alternated colors and directions each time.  I focused on keeping the tips at the same area and left the excess 'wide' end hang over the edge.  

I had to leave enough space to stamp the greeting (You Are Amazing set seen here) so I stopped about 1 1/2" up.  The last piece may need to be trimmed before you add that skinny little edge strip.  A few Holiday rhinestones finish it off. 

On my video (scroll down) I used Real Red with the Pool Party & Bermuda Bay.  Which do you prefer?  

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This is another of my favorites!  So easy and just plain fun!

I cut random lengths of 1/4" strips and adhered them to a 4" X 5 1/4" piece of Black card stock. The greeting is from the Sweet Ice Cream set stamped on a 1" X 4 3/4" strip of White CS.  Add this and trim the ends off before you add it to the main Coastal Cabana card base.  

Here are both versions; which do you prefer?  

• Left features Coastal Cabana, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry & Pumpkin Pie.
• Right has Coastal Cabana, Bermuda Bay, Granny Apple Green, Pacific Point and Daffodil Delight. 

Below is the video for all 10 'stripper' card ideas using leftover strips of paper! 

 

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*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

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More fun cards with leftover paper strips

I wanted these cards to be bright and happy so I chose my brightest colors of strips! 

This first card has 1/4" strips adhered to a White layer 2 1/2" wide.  

After I had the White piece covered with strips I trimmed off the excess on the edges and added it to the White card base.  Then I added the pretty dandelion White die-cuts (from the Dandy Wishes dies here).  That stitched greeting tag is from the Hydrangea Dies seen here.  Artistry Blooms adhesive-backed sequins finish it off as well as a twine bow.

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Next is a card with a woven heart.  I think it's pretty neat!  And it looks difficult but it's just a few extra steps to die-cut the shape. *Watch the video below to catch my tips on paper weaving. 

I share a good demo on this technique in the video below.  The strips are 1/2" and the heart shape is die-cut with the retiring Stitched Be Mine dies seen here.  There are 16 dies with lots of heart shapes & borders in many sizes.  

The pretty textures are from the Little Details embossing folders seen here.  It's just $3.20 right now; while supplies last! 

Here's the video for all 10 of my paper strips projects!  

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Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

Quick cards for Men using paper strips!

I thought paper strips were a perfect way to create cards for men.  So I chose some 1/2" strips of blues and greens and adhered them to a piece of White 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" card stock at an angle. 

Add them at an angle, graduating colors as you go if you wish.  Once you're added strips trim off the excess on the edges.  

Next I used the retiring Well Written 'birthday' dies seen here and cut it out of the stripes piece.  I wanted the greeting to reflect the same colors in the background.  So easy!  

I adhered it to the Tasteful Labels die-cut with Multipurpose Glue. I stamped 'Happy' from the coordinating stamp set Well Said seen here and fussy cut it to add to the card.  

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Next is another card with the exact same colors but totally different.  I adhered 1/2" strips to the edge of a White card base.  I didn't worry about the outer edge until I was done; trimming it off afterwards.  I focused on the left edge being even.   

I added a skinny 1/8" strip of Night of Navy to cover up any unevenness on my left edge.  A length of Navy twine wrapped around and into a bow finishes it off. 

The 'you' is from the Well Written dies and the 'make me smile' is rom the Well Said stamp set (heat embossed in White) on a Navy Tailored Tag punch.

       
   

Here's the video for all 10 paper strips projects!  

More details on my paper strips projects tomorrow! 

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April Specials!

Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

Current Host code is 3PA3P32V

Order online here

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Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

You can also order them in my Shop here. 

All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial