Flowerbug's Inkspot

Offset Triple-time Stamping with video & measurements

Before seeing my projects today I need to be sure you know about the Last Chance Sale; click on this link to see it all in my store. 

There are a ton of items on sale; some up to 60% off!  These are while supplies last and some will disappear within days. 

*Please check this list carefully so you don't miss anything you really want! 

Below are a few shockers/surprises that are retiring:

Click here to see them online.  It is so much easier to see everyone on the list online. 

Download ENG only Last-Chance-Prodcts-Annual-Catalog-2020-2021

• Subtles embossing folder 
• Craft & Carry Stamparatus bag; only $11.60; was $29
• Butterfly Duet Punch; only $7.20; was $18
• Story Label Punch! $14.40; was $18 - one of my favorite punches!!
• Flowers for Every Season DSP $6.90; was $11.50
• Lace 3D folder $4; was $10
• Ornate Border Dies $13.60; was $34 
• Stitched Shapes Dies!!  No!!!  My favorite dies ever!
• Classic Label punch $14.40; was $18
• Triple Banner Punch $18.40; was $23 *I use this all of the time!  
• Champagne Shimmer Paint $4.80; was $6 I will miss this!!
• Happy Dies $12; was $30
• Stitched Nested Label dies!!!!  No! $28; was $35
• Ornate Garden Ribbon duo $2.80; was $7
• All of the Circle punches!
• Silver, Champagne & Brass Foil papers
• All embossing powders!  Some are coming back in the new catalog but in packs of 3.
• 2020-22 In Color ribbons $3.60; was $6. These are soft and easy to work with.
• Layering Ovals & Layering Square dies

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On last week Tuesday's FB live I created a bunch of projects featuring the Circle Celebration stamp set in the Spring catalog.  You can see it here. 

The Triple Time Stamping technique is when you stamp on three pieces of card stock all at once.  I layered just the White pieces in place and adhere them together slightly. This holds them in place while stamping with the fun circle images.

Then you adhere them to the larger Navy card stock pieces.  Watch the video below to catch my tips.  It's the first project of three in the video. 

I used the Tailored Tag punch and the Best Year stamp set for the greeting with a few loops of Daffodil Ruched ribbon. 

The colors in the card above are Night of Navy, Daffodil Delight and Smoky Slate.  It is my Creative Card Color Combo last week. 

Here is the video; I hope you watch it for these fun projects! 

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Lots of March Specials!

Current Host code is 9HGVYTBV9

Order online here

And if your order is over $50 you'll also receive a free adhesive package from me 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

3 Fun Projects & Video with the Circle Celebration stamp set

I tried not to order the Circle Celebration stamp set but it kept calling out 'Order me!'  So I caved....and am so glad I did!  The images seem like they're almost 'retro' style which I love.  I do enjoy creating my own stamped background and these are perfect for that.  

Today I'm focusing on the cards on the right.  I made them with the Bokeh technique.  It's so fun and almost 3D in appearance.  

You start out with a sponged background. I used our new Blending Brushes that are awesome! They are currently out of stocks but should be back at the end of March.

Randomly sponge ink colors onto our Basic White CS.  Choose colors that somewhat coordinate if possible.  this can be difficult for some who struggle with color combos. I choose colors that when mixed do not make mud.  How do I know which colors don't mix?  Trial and error of course!  Here I used Night of Navy, Bermuda Bay and Gorgeous Grape.  Aren't these colors gorgeous together?!!!

*Another combo I might pick are yellows, oranges & reds.  Or greens & blues!  

Once you're done you add sponged circles using White Craft ink.  I made my own stencils by punching circles out of card stock.  I share tips on using and re-inking our White Craft ink in the video below.

The greeting is from the Best Year stamp set in the Annual Catalog and the butterflies AND white dotted die-cut 'holes' are from the new Brilliant Wings bundle seen here.

Here is the video; I hope you watch it to see how to make these fun projects! 

Stop in here for tonight's Stamp with Me Facebook Live at 7:30 pm Central Time! We're making these paper quilting cards:

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Lots of March Specials!

Current Host code is 9UPP3WVQ

Order online here

And if your order is over $50 you'll also receive a free adhesive package from me 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Create gorgeous backgrounds with just a few common stamping items! Video tutorial!

On Tuesday's FB live I shared a fun and easy technique for gorgeous backgrounds.  Once you create them you can use them to create stunning, beautiful cards like these:

This was my first try at this technique this week.  Honestly it's not a new technique at all but I hadn't done it for years! The stamp set is called Soar Confidently (seen here) and I hadn't used it yet.  I think it works wonderfully with a pretty background. 

I used Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape, Bermuda Bay and Pacific Point Stampin' Write markers on an E block and spritzed with plain water.  Then 'stamp' on our Basic White CS and let dry with the block on it (this prevents warping).  Then stamp on it with any black ink.  

Here are a few more samples I shared: 

The left card above features the Dragonfly Garden stamp set and the right is the Floating & Fluttering set. 

See what I mean?  And it's fun too!  Each time you do it they turn out differently so it's kind of addicting!  Watch the video below to see how easy it can be.  

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Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

Order online here

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Dutch Door fun fold card with gift card option on tonight's FB Live!

Join me tonight for this week's Stamp with Me Live on Facebook.  We're making these neat fun fold cards.  It's a Dutch Door card with a gift card option.  

I shared the measurements & supplies list (seen below) on Saturday here on my FB page so stampers could prep their items ahead of time.  This way they can stamp right along with me!  

Has the Ice Cream Corner suite caught your eye yet?  Such cute products!  I used the Sweet Ice Cream bundle (stamps & punch) here along with the Ice Cream Corner DSP and sprinkles.  You can see it all here or on pages 48-49 of the Spring catalog. FYI; the Ice Cream punch is on low inventory. 

I made a bunch of cards using this bundle for February's kit to go.  You can still see them and/or get the tutorial for them here. 

I used the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set for this card too. I chose the True Love designer paper and added a cute Magenta Madness flower made with the Pierced Bloom dies seen here; I love these!  

Here's the inside view where you can see the gift card enclosure.  Use any circle punch and adhere the upper and lower edges closed. 

Measurements:

Card base 4 1/4" X 5 1/2",

Gift card piece 2 3/4" X 7" score at 3/4" & 5"

Inside layer 4" X 5 1/4"

DSP bottom is 2 1/2" X 4", upper vertical piece is 2 1/2" X 3 1/2"

Vertical CS is 2 3/4" X 4 3/4"

 

Supplies: 

Sweet Ice Cream stamp set and both True Love & Ice Cream Corner DSP.

Other: Ice Cream Punch, any circle punch, Pierced Bloom dies, Oval and Stitched Shape dies

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Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

Order online here

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Butterfly Bouquet Fun Fold cards with video!

I truly love the new Butterfly Brilliance products seen here.  They are so easy AND fun to play with.  I made three special fun fold cards on my FB live yesterday.  Scroll down to see the video below:

This first card makes the most of this beautiful Butterfly Bijou designer paper!  Use the side strips leftover after you die-cut the 6 butterflies from the designer paper.  So cool to make use of the pretty edges! 

Below you can see how it opens as well as the measurements to make more!  

Next is a fun latch card using the Classic Label punch.  

I created my own designer paper by stamping the butterflies on Black CS using White Craft ink.  Easy and quick!  Watch the video below to catch the tips on this fun card. 

I made my own butterfly paper by stamping the butterflies on Black CS using White Craft ink.  So easy and pretty too.  

Watch the video below to catch the tips on making these fun latch cards. 

Lastly is a double point fold card.  The two pieces of Designer paper are 2 1/2" X 4" scored 1/2" on the long side.  You need two pieces to attach under the White CS layer. Again, watch the video below to get the details. 

I shared how I made that striking solid colored butterfly in the video.  I just love these products!  See them here. 

I hope you watch the video below where I share how to make each of these neat cards! 

March Specials!

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Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

More ideas with the Oh So Ombre DSP & A Touch of Ink stamp set; both FREE for just 5 more days!

The end of Sale-a-Bration is nearing and I had to get one more play in with these two amazing products. A Touch of Ink stamp set & Oh So Ombre Designer Paper.  Both of these are free with a qualifying order through February 28th.

This sliding latch card is quite unique and fun too.  My friend Karen shared it with us at a recent Team meeting and I had to learn how to make it. She found the idea from Chris Slogar.  It's so cool!

You need the Classic Label punch, Designer paper and a few punched or die-cut images for the front and inside.

I chose to use the flower and hummingbird images in this set.  I stamped the flower using both the outline and solid images.  For the hummingbird I stamped the outline image on a scrap of White CS and colored it in with Blends markers.  Then I fussy cut it out and added to the circles.  

This card is so neat!  But you'll definitely want to watch the video below to catch the important 'how to' tips.  

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Next is a fun card with a neat masking tip using the leaves in this set.  I stamped them in a 'round' to create a loose wreath. 

I chose to use the Granny Apple Green and Bermuda Bay papers and inks here.  Watch the video below to catch my matching tip to connect the four stamped leaf images perfectly.

Click on the video below to see how I made these and one more Fun Fold card! 

Get your free Sale-a-Bration items by February 28th here. 

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February Specials:

Get the best deal during Sale-a-Bration with purchase of the Starter Kit!   Get $125 in products of your choice for just $99 and FREE shipping too!  

Plus you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE. 

Go here to read about it

Get a free 10 cards kit when you redeem the Berry Delightful bundle from me by Sunday, February 28th.  Sale-a-Bration ends that day! 

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Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive both a Hydrangea Hill and Sand & Sea projects PDF!

 

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Get a package of 150 Resin Hearts from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. They're adorable and so tiny!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Click here to follow me on Facebook! 

Fun Origami Folded Window cards for FB Live Monday!

Have you made an origami folded window?  They're so easy to do!  I'll be making cards like these on Monday night's FB Live 'Stamp with Me' here. 

How does 'Stamp with Me' work?  I share the projects a few days before the Live to give you time to prep your pieces.  You use the paper, stamps & ink you have to stamp right along with me!  

You'll start with a 4" square of Designer Paper.  I chose to use the Berry Delightful paper from the Sale-a-Bration catalog. 

Then you draw an X in the center. Do this by placing a ruler from corner to corner.  Draw a line.  Do the same once more on the other corners.  This X is where you will bring the DSP point up to.  Press well and then fold back the tip to the fold. Do this on all corners!  

It looks like the tip hangs off the corner but it doesn't. I added a layer to some of these measuring 3" square.  If you add a stamped layer inside that is 2 3/4" square. 

The stamps are from the Berry Blessings stamp set; it comes with this super fun designer paper in a bundle.  It's FREE with a $100 order through February 28th.  If you place an order to earn this bundle you'll also receive a free 10 cards kit from me for my 12 X 12" one sheet wonder. See it here. 

 

Here's the link to this video.

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February Specials:

Get the best deal during Sale-a-Bration with purchase of the Starter Kit!   Get $125 in products of your choice for just $99 and FREE shipping too!  

Plus you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE. 

Go here to read about it

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Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive both a Hydrangea Hill and Sand & Sea projects PDF!

 

~~~

Get a package of 150 Resin Hearts from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. They're adorable and so tiny!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Click here to follow me on Facebook! 

Playful & unique cards with Oh So Ombre' Designer paper!

Do you have the fabulous Oh So Ombre' Designer Series Paper yet?  If not here are three creative reasons you need it!

Aren't they fun!  I really wanted to show you how amazing this designer paper is so I played and came up with these neat card ideas.  First is a starburst card in two colors; Bermuda Bay and Blackberry Bliss.  

I used the fabulous Stitched Star dies and the Oval Occasions stamp set.  Watch the video below to see just how easy it is to make one of these gorgeous cards. 

Next I played with the Dandy Wishes dies (2021 Spring Catalog) to create these 'Retro' style cards.  I first die-cut a bunch of 'windows' in the White panel.  Then added punched circles of the Oh So Ombre DSP behind them.  Next I textured the entire thing with an embossing folder.  

For the last card I wanted to use those retro style die-cuts so I created this Ombre panel card.  The stamp set is from Field of Flowers. 

Thanks for stopping in today; I hope you like these unique cards.  If you do and want to get your own package of Oh So Ombre' Designer Paper you can get it free with a $50 purchase.  click here to order.

Please follow me on my Facebook page here or my YouTube channel here.  

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February Specials:

Get the best deal during Sale-a-Bration with purchase of the Starter Kit!   Get $125 in products of your choice for just $99 and FREE shipping too!  

Plus you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE. 

Go here to read about it

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Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive both a Hydrangea Hill and Sand & Sea projects PDF!

 

~~~

Get a package of 150 Resin Hearts from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. They're adorable and so tiny!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Click here to follow me on Facebook! 

You Are Amazing cards with Blending Brush ideas

Last week on my Tuesday Live I shared three cards featuring the You Are Amazing stamp set & the new blending brushes.  I've always loved sponging and these new brushes are incredible!  They are so popular they are currently on back-order; but you can still order them! 

This cute stamp set is on page 7 of the Spring catalog.  Click here to see it.  It coordinates with the You Are Amazing card kit.

Join me here for my weekly 'Facebook Live on Tuesday, February 16th here at 11 am CT. 

On this first card I used the Happy Dies to create a colorful title banner. 

This was my favorite and also loved by many others too.  I created a few 'star stencils' with the Stitched Stars dies and sponged in the windows.  

I added a few Artistry Blooms sequins for extra bling. 

And on this card I sponged on the True Love polka dot paper.  It was Black & White but is now two-toned!  

 

Catch the tips in my FB Live replay video below: 

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February Specials:

Get the best deal we have during Sale-a-Bration with purchase of the Starter Kit! 

Plus you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE. 

Go here to read about it

~~~

Current Host code is CGSK9YDR

Order online here

All online orders receive both a Hydrangea Hill and Sand & Sea projects PDF!

 

~~~

Get a package of 150 Resin Hearts from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. They're adorable and so tiny!

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

Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

Click here to follow me on Facebook!