Flowerbug's Inkspot

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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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

Men's cards kit to go with the Well Suited suite.

I decided to offer card kits for both men and women this month.  With Mother's and Father's day coming up it's nice to have cards for the special people in our lives.  

Today I'm highlighting the 10 men's cards showcasing the Well Suited designer paper; many of which are fun folds. Look!

Many of us find men's cards more challenging to make.  But these sure came together easily!  I chose a few layouts and fun fold cards and walla; done!  

I always create a full PDF tutorial for these kits that includes photos, step by step directions, measurements and a supplies list. Choose that option or the Kit to Go which includes the free tutorial. #BestDeal 

You'll receive the following in this kit to go:

• 1/2 pkg. Well Suited Designer Paper (6" X 12")
• 2 colors of twine 
• Black Matte dots
• free PDF tutorial (photos, measurements, supplies and step by step directions) 

I used the Handsomely Suited stamp set for the greetings but you can easily substitute any stamps you already own.  However if you want to purchase it, here's a link to the stamp set & here's the link to the bundle.  Or add it to your kit at an additional 10% off!  

Remember the kit offer ends after April 19th!  You have a few options with these cards:

• Choose the PDF tutorial only here $15
• Choose the 10 cards pre-cut kit with tutorial $28 (plus $8 shipping) here.
• Add on the Well Suited bundle with the card kit/PDF and save an extra 10% off!  Email me at lagreff@gmail.com for this option. 
• I am also offering a second kit in April; the Hydrangea Hill cards.  See that here.  More on that tomorrow. 
• Choose both April card kits to go here. 

You'll receive the PDF instructions in an email immediately after payment.  The actual kit will be mailed to you Priority Mail at the end of April (barring any back-orders).  

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April Specials!

Click here for the Last Chance 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

Hydrangea Hill cards kit to go; opt in by the19th!

Look at these stunning cards featuring the Hydrangea Haven suite of products!

If you love flowers or purple this might be the kit for you. It includes 10 cards; most of which are fancy fold cards and $20 in product as well!  Plus you receive the PDF tutorial free!

I used the Hydrangea Haven stamp set for all of the greetings on these cards but you can use any set.  You can see the stamp set here or the bundle here and add either to your kit as well for an extra 10% off! 

You'll receive the following in this kit to go:

• 1/2 pkg. Hydrangea Hill Designer Paper (6" X 12")
• Grape sheer ribbon
• Pastel Pearls
• free PDF tutorial (photos, measurements, supplies and step by step directions) 

You have a few options if you like these cards. 

• Choose the PDF tutorial only here $15
• Choose the 10 cards pre-cut kit with tutorial $28 (plus $8 shipping) here.
• Add on the Hydrangea Haven stamp set or bundle with the card kit/PDF and save an extra 10% off!  Email me at lagreff@gmail.com for this option. 
• I am also offering a second kit in April; the Well Suited cards for men.  See that here.  More on that tomorrow. 
• Choose both April card kits to go here. 

You'll receive the PDF instructions in an email immediately after payment.  The actual kit will be mailed to you Priority Mail at the end of April (barring any back-orders).  

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April Specials!

Click here for the Last Chance Retiring List; many discounted items

while supplies last! 

Current Host code is PX6ZWGM7

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

Snailed It; fun, colorful & adorable

This is another card we made at my March Card Clubs.  I featured the Snailed It Bundle seen here.  

This cute designer paper is retiring and not returning in the new Annual Catalog in May. It is full of bright colors and adorable patterns.   I used the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch seen here. 

That cute envelope comes in the set of Snail dies. And quite a few of these dies coordinate with the Snail Mail designer paper too! 

Measurements:

• Card base (Daffodil or Bermuda Bay) 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"
  Real Red 3 1/2" X 10 1/2" scored at 4 3/4"
  Whisper White 3 3/4" X 5"
  Scraps of Snail Mail DSP and White for punches & die-cuts 
  Bermuda Bay scrap for die-cut envelope

Here's the video; watch to catch the many tips and tricks on this card. 

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March Specials!

Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

Current Host code is PX6ZWGM7

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.  

Pretty Window card

Later today the Retired List will be out for the 2019 Annual Catalog!  Items will be available while supplies last. Rococo Rose card stock is already sold out.  Stay tuned; I'll post it as soon as it's out! Or click here after 2 pm Central Time. 

I created this card for a Flowerbug's Team swap this month.  The theme was to make a 'Window' card.  

My colors are Balmy Blue, Black & White here.  That pretty flower is fussy cut from the True Love Designer Series paper seen here and colored with Balmy Blue Blends.  It's my very favorite paper! 

I textured the Balmy Blue CS before I die-cut the window; cutting them both at the same time. 

See the other products used here; click on each to see it in my store:

• Tasteful Touches stamp set
• Hippo & Friends dies (window)
• Dainty Diamonds 3D folder
• Black Glittered Organdy Ribbon
• Butterfly Beauty dies (black sprigs)

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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.  

Hot Dog; what an amazing fun fold card!

Have you been enjoying the window cards I've shared this week?  I have more coming tomorrow!   My Flowerbug's Team amaze me each and every month.  They really put effort into creating incredible projects like this fun & amazing card Annette made with the Hot Dot stamp set!  

I was blown away by it! She based her colors off of the Playful Pets designer paper seen here. *this will likely retire in a week!

It took a lot of time and effort into lining up the Stitched Nested Label dies so the Real Red window lined up with the inside layers.  She told me that she adhered the designer paper to the front of the card before die-cutting the window.  She did by placing the die between the layers cutting side up; in the middle of the card itself. That takes some patience in lining it all up! 

Products Used:

• Hot Dog stamp set seen here
• Stitched Nested Label dies seen here
• Playful Pets Designer Paper seen here 

Measurements: 

• Black Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 2 1/8" and 6 3/8"
• White inside 4" X 5 1/4"
• DSP on front 2" X 5 1/4" and inside are 3/4" X 5 1/4"

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Lots of March Specials!

Get 5 free cards with a $30 online order through March 20th!

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.  

Two Unique Window cards with Dragonfly Dreams & Soar Confidently stamp sets.

I'm featuring our Team Swaps this week and the theme was 'window cards'.  I was so impressed with each and every one of them!  

First up is Deloris's card with the Dragonfly Garden stamp set seen here.

The little dragonfly is from the Dragonfly Punch which is in the Dragonfly Garden bundle seen here. 

She used two of the Stitched Label dies and the Subtle embossing folder.  Her colors are Pear Pizzazz and Rich Razzleberry.  I believe she colored the flowers in with Blends markers.  Beautiful job! 

*The greeting and die-cut are retired and not currently available.  

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Next is a gorgeous card made by Ginny.  She used the Oval dies and the Soar Confidently stamp set seen here.  

Her colors are Crumb Cake with Soft Suede & Vanilla. That great texture is from the Tasteful Textile folder in the annual catalog. Adding a bit of color to the balloon really makes it stand out!  Take a look at the inside!

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Lots of March Specials!

Get 5 free cards with a $30 online order through March 20th!

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.  

Sand & Sea Spinner Fun-Fold card

For our Team swap this month Candace created this pretty spinner card with the Friends are Like Seashells bundle and the Seashell embossing folder.  

This gorgeous embossing folder has been unavailable for a few weeks; but it should be back in stock on the 29th of March.

Her colors are Sahara Sand, Navy & Calypso Coral. She used the Oval dies and the Stitched Shapes dies for her spinner.  She also added beautiful shimmer to the shell but it doesn't show up well in this photo. 

To make a spinner card you need to adhere a length of twine between two ovals adhering the twine under another layer on the main card.  It's not hard; just a bit fiddly. 

She went above the window card theme and added a surprise flip up layer! 

Stop back in for more window cards all week long! 

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Lots of March Specials!

Get 5 free cards with a $30 online order through March 20th!

Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

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.  

One Day Only of FREE SHIPPING! Plus a special Hydrangea Hill Fun Fold Window card

Tomorrow is St. Patrick's Day and both Stampin' Up! and I have an ordering special! 

 

Plus I'm giving you 5 free cards with an online order over $30 through Sunday! 

Win win; it's your lucky day!  Get your wish list together and place that order tomorrow on March 17th!  You'll get even more!  Scroll down to the bottom to see what else you'll receive! 

  Order online here. 

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And now I want to share Karen's amazing fun fold card featuring the Hydrangea Hill suite of products.  It's one more in a series of window cards from our Flowerbug's Team swap on Saturday. 

Look!                                                                      

Her colors are Gorgeous Grape & White along with the beautiful Hydrangea Hill designer paper and the Mercury Glass acetate.  See this suite of products here. 

Other items she used here are the Stitched with Whimsy, Stitched Rectangle, Oval dies and the Lovely Labels Pick a Punch.

She used the Hydrangea Haven stamp set to finish off the inside. Below are the measurements if you'd like to make a card like this beauty.

Measurements:

• White card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
• Inside White card stock 5 3/8" X 8 1/2". Score it at 2 1/8", 4 1/4" and 6 3/8". Die-cut a 2 1/2" X 3 1/2" oval from the center.
• Gorgeous Grape CS 3 1/2" X 4 3/4"
• Designer Paper front is 2 5/8" X 4" (stitched rectangle die) inside 1 7/8" X 5 1/4"
• Oval Mercury Glass Acetate 2 1/8" X 3" 

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Lots of March Specials!

Get 5 free cards with a $30 online order through March 20th!

Current Host code is 39A9QQZP

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.