Flowerbug's Inkspot

Happy Birthday to You; a free stamp set!

Have you seen this pretty stamp set yet?  The cake on a pedestal image is quite pretty and easy to color too. 

And guess what?!  They are releasing a set of die-cuts for this set next month!  It includes 7 dies including one for the entire cake, just the flowers, a detailed pedestal and two sets of leaves.  It will be for purchase; it's not part of Sale-a-Bration.  There are 6 new items they'll release on February 4th that coordinate with items in the new Mini catalog and Sale-a-Bration catalog.  I'll share more on that soon.  

This pretty card has a bit of the Parisian Blossoms Designer Series Paper on the edge; it brings together the soft colors of Pool Party, Petal Pink and White.  It's a bonus card for those who take my New Catalog stamp a stack class on January 25th. 

That detailed scalloped rectangle is from my favorite new set of dies; Stitched So Sweetly.  It's one of the best things in the new Mini Catalog!  

I colored the cake with Blends markers in Petal Pink, Pool Party and Mint Macaron.  The greeting is stamped in Smoky Slate.  Note the addition of the Champagne Rhinestones and Petal Pink/Champagne ribbon! 

The Parisian Blossom DSP, Champagne Rhinestones and Petal Pink/Champagne ribbon are all included in this month's Cards kit to go.  Click here to get the details on it.  Or message me at lagreff@gmail.com

Here's a photo of all you get in the kit; $20 in product plus the 10 pre-cut cards!  All for $28 before shipping. You do need to RSVP by tomorrow, Thursday January 16th to receive it though!

You can see these products in my online store by clicking on the photos below.  If you are reading this in an email you won't see the photos.  You'll need to click on the title of this blog post to get to my actual blog.  Then you'll see everything!

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January Specials 

All online orders will receive this 10 cards pdf tutorial in an email.

And if your order is over $65 you'll get a free Coastal Weave embossing folder too!

January Host Code is GEEFZCZV

Order online here

Parisian Blossoms Cards Kit to Go

For January I chose to feature the Parisian Blossoms specialty designer paper for my cards kit to go.  The champagne foil accents and gorgeous patterns were sure to help create beautiful cards.  Look!

I am thrilled with how they turned out.  Two of the 5 designs are unique fun fold cards which are always a delight to create.   There are 10 cards in this kit; 2 each of 5 designs.  I used the following inks: Pool Party, Black, Petal Pink, Cherry Cobbler and Grapefruit Grove.

This kit to go includes $20 in actual product (before tax & shipping).  You're getting the 10 cards kit for just $4.35!  If you like pre-cut cards you will LOVE my monthly kits to go!  

I added the So Sentimental bundle for my greetings and some die-cuts.  It's my top favorite bundle in the new 2020 mini catalog.  Look; it's full of awesome greetings and lots of stitched die-cuts! 

The cards kit to go includes the following:

• a pre-cut cards kit for 10 wow cards; including die-cuts and punched pieces
• Free pdf instructions with photos, measurements (to make more), step by step instructions and a supplies list
• 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper
• 1 full package of the new Champagne rhinestones
• 1 full spool of Petal Pink/Champagne 1/4" ribbon

You have through January 16th to RSVP for this kit.  It's $28 for locals and $35 for long distance and includes Priority Shipping.

If you'd like to add on the So Sentimental bundle (above) please let me know.  If you do add it on, (or anything else of $30 or more) I will combine shipping AND you get a free Sale-a-Bration choice!  See the free items here. 

The kits are mailed out at the end of the month and the instructions are emailed to you. 

The easiest way to get this kit is to Click here to sign up on my newsletter. Scroll down and hit 'subscribe'. Or contact me at lagreff@gmail.com to sign up for it.  I'll send you a PayPal invoice. 

I am also offering it as a local class this month on January 25th at 10 am at my Super Saturday event.  Please RSVP by the 16th to attend. 

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January Specials 

All online orders will receive a 10 cards pdf tutorial in an email.

And if your order is over $65 you'll get a free Coastal Weave embossing folder too!

January Host Code is GEEFZCZV

Order online here

2020 Coaster Calendar kit; order yours by the 15th!

It's here once again; my popular Coaster Calendar kit and class. 

These are so much fun to make AND to give as gifts!  This unique calendar consists of 12 seasonal 4 X 4" decorated pieces for each and every month of the year. 

Here's the front of mine featuring the Nature's Beauty stamp set. 

 

And here's January; isn't it cute?  I used the Let it Snow specialty designer paper.  The snowman is punched directly from the DSP so it's easy to include in everyone's kit! 

And here are all of the finished months for this fun calendar.  

The class is on December 18th at 6 pm.  The cost is $15 for it each kit.  RSVP by December 15th. 

If you cannot be here you have two options; get the kit to go or the pdf written tutorial! The tutorial includes photos, measurements and a supplies list plus the 2020 calendar you can print. 

What's included in the actual calendar kit?

• all pre-cut AND punched/die-cut pieces for every month  
• 2 coasters for the front and back plus the two book rings
• A full pdf tutorial that includes photos, measurements and a supplies list
• It does not include stamped images per Stampin' Up! policy.  You can use your own stamps and ink to finish them at home. 

Long distance kits will have additional postage added on to the $15 fee. Click here to purchase either of them in my Tutorial Shop. 

***Email me with any questions on the calendar options at lagreff@gmail.com 

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***The December hostess code is 3NANNDXU 

Don't forget that tomorrow is FREE SHIPPING! 

Wednesday, December 11th  only!

Order here

Gorgeous Noble Peacock fun-fold cards kit!

Every time I make a project with this beautiful Noble Peacock specialty designer series paper I fall in love with it again.  It is just stunning! 

Each month I choose a designer paper and create 10 cards with it and other coordinating products.  Look at these beauties! 

Of course as you know, photos do not do them justice!  Every single card is a fun fold; some simple and others a bit more 'fun'.  There are 5 basic designs with 2 of each to give you options.  

This cards kit to go includes $20 in product (before tax & shipping) and the cost with Priority Shipping is just $35.  You're paying about $4 for all 10 cards!  

This kit includes the following:

• 1/2 package of the Noble Peacock Specialty Designer Series Paper (6" X 12")
• 1 spool 3/8" reversible (Old Olive/Pretty Peacock) ribbon
• 1 pkg. Noble Peacock rhinestone jewels
• 10 cards kit; pre-cut pieces including punches and die-cuts
• a pdf tutorial for all 10 cards with photos, measurements, supplies list and step by step directions

It does not include stamped images per SU policy. I used two stamp sets on these cards - Tasteful Textures and Beautiful Friendship.  If you'd like to add on either or both of these sets I'm offering them at 10% off with this kit.  Or use whatever stamps you already own to finish them. 

Email me at lagreff@gmail.com to sign up for it.  I can send you a PayPal invoice. 

Be sure to RSVP by December 17th to get your kit! 

It's just $28 for locals and $35 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out around Christmas. The pdf tutorial is emailed to you then also. 

 

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December Online ordering special!!

All online orders receive a 14 cards pdf tutorial featuring the

Snowman Season and So Many Stars bundles. 

Plus if you use this hostess code 3NANNDXU

and your order is over $45 I'll send you one of these kits for a 2020 calendar/post it note card; free! 

Fun Double Flap fold card

I love this fold! It's one of the cards in the November card kit to go.  It features the Christmastime is Here designer paper and the Christmas Roses dies. 

The left flap folds back so the front larger layer can open up like this: 

It's a super fun and special fun fold card!  There are 5 designs in this kit; 2 each of 10 cards; all pre-cut and ready for you to stamp and assemble.  It even includes punched and die-cut pieces!  

Here is a photo of all of the cards you'll receive in your kit this month:

Four of the 10 cards are fun fold cards.  I used mostly Cherry Cobbler, Mossy Meadow, Poppy Parade and Gold inks here.

The kit includes approximately $20 in new Christmastime is Here products (before tax & shipping) including the following:

• a pre-cut kit for 10 cards including all pre-cut, punched and die-cut pieces
• 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Christmastime is Here specialty Designer Series Paper
• 1/2 spool of the Gold shimmer ribbon
• a full package of Gold Glitter enamel dots
• A complete written pdf tutorial with photos, directions, measurements and supplies list (sent via email)
• It does not include stamped images 
• Those who add on the Christmas Roses bundle will also receive a big bonus tutorial for 15 more cards featuring the bundle! 

I used the Christmas Roses bundle for most of the stamping on these cards.  

If you add on or purchase this bundle from me in November you'll get my big 14 cards and gift box tutorial FREE!  See this post for details on that. 

You can use any greeting stamps to finish your cards.  However if you'd like to add on this bundle to your kit for an additional 10% off let me know by Friday, Nov 15th.  I'll send you a PayPal invoice for it. 

You can get this kit mailed to you by subscribing to my monthly card kits or message me and I'll send you a PayPal invoice.  You can cancel or suspend your kits at any time.  

Be sure to RSVP by November 16th to get your kit! I want to mail it out as soon as possible.  

It's just $28 for locals and $35 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out at before Thanksgiving and the pdf tutorial is emailed. 

 

Christmastime is Here Framed Sampler!!!

As I was prepping for a presentation featuring the Christmastime is Here suite I knew I wanted to do a home decor piece.  A framed sampler was the first thing I came up with.  Look!

Isn't it pretty?  Those gold foil accents really make it shine! Click here to see this pretty Christmastime specialty Designer Paper. 

It's 12 X 12" in size and fits in a shadow box frame nicely.  I chose to use Cherry Cobbler, Mossy Meadow and Gold as my accent colors.  Here are a few close up pics:

DSP on the left is 4 1/2" X 2 1/2" and the Cherry Cobbler is 4 3/4" X 2 3/4". DSP on the right is 3 square and the Mossy Meadow layer is 3 1/4" square.  The Cherry Cobbler textured banner is 2" X 7 1/2". The Gold foil 'Merry Christmas' is die-cut with the Merry Christmas dies seen here. 

The DSP is 4 1/2" X 2 1/2" and the Cherry Cobbler is 4 3/4" X 2 3/4".  The beautiful trees are cut using the In the Woods dies seen here. I colored the Gold Enamel dots with my Cherry Cobbler blends.  The detailed border die is from the Christmas Roses dies. 

Cherry Cobbler is 3 3/4" X 5" and the largest Mossy Meadow layer is 5" X 6 1/8". The pretty floral layer is cut from the Christmastime is Here specialty designer paper with the Roses Dies; they match perfectly!  The Gold foil lattice background is also cut from dies in the Roses dies.  See them here. 

I punched two of these ornaments from the Christmastime is Here specialty designer paper using the Gleaming Ornaments punch pack seen here. The left one is stamped using the Christmas Gleaming stamp set.  This sheet of the Christmastime is Here paper is my favorite! 

If you're loving this beautiful Specialty Paper be sure to get yours ASAP; it's only available in November while supplies last.  Click here to see it and the entire suite.  

Get my 10 cards kit to go by opting in by November 15th.  Click here to sign up or email me at lagreff@gmail.com. 

Take advantage of my November specials! 

If you order $55 in November you'll get two free gifts!  

1. A free 10 cards tutorial featuring two new Christmas bundles in the Holiday catalog! 
2. Free Metallic pearls! 

And if you order the Christmas Roses bundle you'll also receive my free 14 cards and gift box tutorial; valued at $25!  That's 3 free gifts!!