Flowerbug's Inkspot

Painted Seasons 4 Sheet Wonder class & kit to go. Simple yet WOW!

I've always enjoyed stamping my own backgrounds.  It's kind of addicting!  I also love creating new color combinations. Sometimes it takes awhile to find one that is new to me and caught me by surprise. Isn’t it pretty? 

It's Old Olive, Berry Burst and Night of Navy made with the Painted Seasons Sale-a-Bration stamp set. 

You might wonder how I decide on my color combinations. I grab pieces of card stock and hold them up side by side to see what works.  I knew I wanted a bright flower color and a green for leaves.  So I started there.  Then I kept trying other colors to see what pulled them all together. Navy was it!

One thing to consider when stamping your background for a one sheet wonder is to have random image sizes.  The Painted Seasons stamp set is perfect for this!  I recommend starting out with the largest image and stamp that randomly all over leaving open spaces; then add the next largest image and on down to the smallest one to fill in.  It's super fun to do!  Here I did use a mask on my large flowers so the leaves appear from behind.  

Years ago my husband and I came up with a plan to make a one sheet wonder even better by adding templates for the 'layers' on each card. This one is our 4 Sheet Wonder as it includes '4' templates.  Each template has exact measurements with printed cutting lines!  I print out each template on  8 1/2" X 11" sheets of card stock and use the reverse (non-printed) side.  There's NO MEASURING AT ALL!  I am super proud of these templates and truly enjoy making these cards.  I finished all 10 cards in 2 hours; designing and everything! 

Here's how I lay out my card pieces after the templates are cut.  They’re placed in piles from 1-10 and I add my folded card bases with them.  This plan makes 10 full A2 cards. 

 

You can see some of the numbers on the back side of the card stock pieces above.  Remember that I use the non-printed side on my cards so the printing doesn’t show    

I'm hosting a local class on Monday, March 25th at 6 pm. Class is $20.   RSVP with payment by March 19th to attend.

For those of you who cannot attend my class in Minot, ND you can purchase the full pdf tutorial with templates for $10 or the kit to go for $28 at my Shop here. 

The 'to go' kit includes the following:

• All 4 printed 8 1/2" X 11" card stock templates
• 10 card bases (at 5 1/2" X 8 1/2") in Olive, Navy, Powder Pink, Berry Burst and Whisper White
• punched Old Olive leaves
• quarter or half sheets of 3 coordinating colors of CS for you to stamp or punch your greetings
• Full pdf tutorial with templates sent via email for future use
• Priority shipping in US only
• order bu March 22nd to receive a kit. 

Details:

• It does not include stamped images, ribbons, rhinestones or punched circles or layered punched pieces. 
• Kits will ship out the end of March 
• Cost is $28 

March is the last month of our Sale-a-Bration Promotion!

Get free embellishments with an online order of $50 or more in March plus pick from 23 items free!

Just use this host code: 

NU69FPXP

**If your order is over $100, why not sign up as a Demonstrator and enjoy the 20% discount on all orders?!

Butterfly Gala Class kit to go

This month's class kit to go features the Butterfly Gala punch bundle.  It's a must have if you like butterflies and our coordinating stamps & punches. 

Each month you'll receive product valued at about $20 and the pre-cut cards kit for 8-10 cards. 

 

This month I'm featuring the adorable Gingham Gala designer series paper along with the coordinating Gingham adhesive backed sequins. 

 

 

You'll make 10 beautiful cards with the products with this kit! 

Your pre-cut kit includes:

• 1/2 pkg of the Gingham Gala Designer Series Paper (you'll use my measurements and directions to cut your designer paper)
• 1 package of Gingham Gala adhesive-backed sequins
• a share of all the new ribbons in the Occasions catalog!
• pre-cut, die-cut and punched pieces to finish your cards

The cost for this kit is $35 for long distance customers and includes Priority Shipping (US only).  *Local customers pay $28

***Subscribe below by January 18th to receive it.  (after that date you'll receive February's kit)

I chose to use the Butterfly Gala bundle (page 35 in the Occasions catalog) on these cards).  Here's a link to the stamp set.

***I highly recommend adding this bundle to your kit; if you do you'll get a 10% discount and a FREE Sale-a-Bration choice too!  (Email me to add it on for just $39 and I'll send you a PayPal invoice.)

 

Details:

• You'll have plenty of designer paper, sequins & ribbon left over to make even more projects! 
• The kit does not include stamps or ink.  I used Black Memento, Lemon Lime Twist, Balmy Blue, Daffodil Delight and Grapefruit Grove ink. You'll use what you have at home to replicate the cards (or purchase the Butterfly Gala bundle at an extra 10% discount).
• This kit will be mailed to you at around January 218th.
• The step by step directions with photos are sent via email.  
• You're subscribing to my monthly card kits but can choose to cancel before the 15th of each month. 

Card Kits to Go

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LeeAnn's Stampin' Specials:

1. Order $50 or more using this Hostess code: DWS4HMVN and get the Heart Epoxy Droplets FREE along with a free Sale-a-Bration choice. 

2. Order the gorgeous Beauty Abounds bundle from me and get a 10 cards written tutorial plus 2 pre-cut cards sent to you; both FREE! 

3. Get the best deal in the catalog when you join my Flowerbug's Team!  Just $99 and pick out $175 of product of your choice!  Or pay $129 and get the new Craft & Carry Bag AND $175 in product of your choice!  Go here to read all about it. 

Petal Promenade kit to go; reserve yours by December 12th!

I'm planning on a fast turn around for this month's kit.  I hope to mail it out before Christmas!  

When you are working with paper this gorgeous; it's a sure bet that your cards will be amazing.  Look at these pretty cards; perfect for so many occasions.

This kit includes 10 simple yet beautiful cards to create cards for many occasions.  I think they'd be perfect for thank you cards! 

 

You will receive goodies valued at about $20 and I'll focus on one stamp set that you can use, purchase or substitute with one that you have.   This month I'm featuring the

Beautiful Bouquet stamp set (page 111 in the Annual catalog) on these cards (or substitute another set).  Here's a link to the stamp set.

If you choose to add it to your kit let me know and you'll get a 10% discount.  (Email me to add it on and I'll send you a PayPal invoice.)

 

Your pre-cut kit includes:

•  1/4 pkg. of the Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper (you'll use my measurements and directions to cut your designer paper)
• 1 full package of Metallic pearls
• 5 each of our gold and silver foil cards and envelopes
• pre-cut, die-cut and punched pieces to finish your cards

The cost for this kit is $35 for long distance customers and includes Priority Shipping (US only).  *Local customers pay $28

***Subscribe below by December 12th to receive it.  (after that date you'll receive January's kit)

 

Subscribe here!

Details:

• You'll have plenty of designer paper and pearls left over to make lots more cards! 
• The kit does not include stamps or ink.  I used Mossy Meadow, Berry Burst and Grapefruit Grove ink. You'll use what you have at home to replicate the cards (or purchase the Beautiful Bouquet stamp set at a 10% discount).
• This kit will be mailed to you around December 21st.
• The step by step directions with photos are sent via email.  
• You're subscribing to my monthly card kits but can choose to cancel before the 15th of each month. 

 

Picture Perfect Class to Go; all Fun Fold cards!

The Picture Perfect stamp set and coordinating Picture Perfect designer paper is just plain awesome!  I had this class on my agenda for a month and finally found time to  make the cards today. They turned out soooo amazing!  

I decided I wanted each card to be a fun or fancy fold.  Look what I made! 

The Picture Perfect designer paper is a 6" stack full of photo realistic designs including donuts, streamers, cookies, party hats & horns.  And the opposite sides are small fun prints like confetti and geometric shapes.  

 

This class will be held on February 22nd at 6:30 pm.  The cost is $29 and includes the Picture Perfect stamp set, 1/2 pkg of the Picture Perfect 6" stack of designer paper and the pre-cut pieces for 6 fun fold cards!  You will use your new designer paper for your 6 cards.

Please RSVP with payment by February 15th to get a spot; space is limited.  I also have a written tutorial for all 6 cards which includes photos, measurements, supplies list and step by step directions.  

2-23-18 Update: I have two card kits left!  You can choose either option below. 

Long distance offer!  I am also offering this class as a kit to go for those who cannot be here.  Please email me if you're interested by February 14th at lagreff@gmail.com.  I will send you a PayPal invoice.  There is an additional fee of $7.50 for Priority shipping for a total cost of $36.50. 

Cards Kit to go - if you already own the stamp set and paper you can get the cards kit and tutorial for $15.  Add $4 shipping costs for long distance. The 6 designer paper pieces will not be included. Use this PayPal link to reserve your cards kit. 

Pre-cut Cards kit and tutorial only; $15 + $4 shipping

 

I will mail out the kits after February 22nd and email you the pdf written tutorial.  The full class kit includes the stamp set, 1/2 pkg of designer paper and the pre-cut card kits.   You will use your new designer paper for your 6 cards.  Measurements will be provided in the tutorial for easy cutting. 

Free Cards Bonus! 

I have three extra card kits from my Fun Folds class in January.  They include the Magical slider, the Double Dutch Door and the Bridge Fold cards.

The first three orders over $75 that use this hostess code R6RZZPC6 will receive these in their 'thank you' card!  You'll also get the project sheets tutorials in an email so you can make more! 

 

Amazing Waterfront set with class kit to go option

This stamp set is amazing and truly makes you feel like you're a master watercolor artist!  I've been playing with it and found that it's super easy to create scenes with. 

It has all you need to make winter, mountain or beach scenes.  I absolutely love it! I've created 5 cards for my upcoming class on January 25th.  I will be offering this class as a kit to go for anyone who cannot be here. 

The class includes the stamp set and everything you need (but ink and adhesive) to create these pretty cards including pre-cut card stock, punched pieces and embellishments.  I will email the written tutorial with the measurements and directions plus you'll receive the links to my private videos for all 5 cards and a bonus project. 

The cost is $25 for locals and $32 for long distance customers which includes shipping.  Please email me at lagreff@gmail.com to sign up for the class. I will send you a PayPal invoice for payment.  RSVP by January 18th to receive this class.  

• Do not order the stamp set if you want this class kit to go; I will include it in your package. 
• The kits will be mailed out around January 26th.

If you already own the stamp set you can get the pdf written tutorial and access to the technique videos for $10. 

Waterfront tutorials $10

June Technique Class

Here are the cards we're making for my June Technique Class: 

I love each one of them!  From top left to bottom right here are the techniques we're doing:  Coloring with the Wink of Stella pen, Glitter Spatter (hard to see here!), Crayon Resist and Sponged Window.  

I used all brand new stamp sets for these cards.  The new Annual Catalog is awesome; I hope you have one! If not let me know.  If you're ordered from me in the past year you can get it free.  Otherwise it's just $5.00 and I'll ship it to you.  

Local gals, RSVP for this class by June 20th.  Class is at either 4:30 or 6 pm Monday June 26th. Class fee is $10 for all 4 cards.  All you need to provide is your adhesive. 

If you cannot attend class you can purchase the tutorial for these cards.  It includes step by step directions, photos, measurements and supplies used.  It's $4.00.  Click here to get to my tutorial shop. 

Daisy Delight Cards in a fun new Box!

I created this project for my display at the April Minneapolis On Stage event.  I found a similar box online and knew it would make a fabulous project!

The box opens up like a book and holds at least 5 cards and envelopes. 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It features the Daisy Delight bundle; new in the 2017-18 Annual Catalog.  Right now the Daisy Punch is on back-order and unavailable for purchase.  So if you're wanting the bundle you may have to wait a week or two.  It should be available towards the end of June.

The box is made from Pool Party card stock with a bit of Daffodil Delight trim.  The Daisy Delight stamp set and Delightful Daisy Designer Series Paper is also used on the box and all of the cards too.

I am offering a local class on June 22nd at 6 pm.  We'll be making the box and cards and everyone will also receive the template for the box too.  The cost is $15.  RSVP by June 20th at Noon to attend.  

If you do not live locally you can get the full tutorial for the box and the cards.  It includes step by step directions for both, measurements, supplies list and the box template.  It's just $5.00.  

Daisy Card Box $5.00

Colorful Seasons Class Tutorial

I am in love with the new Color Theory Suite in the new catalog. It is full of gorgeous colors, images, die-cuts, glitter enamel dots and more.  Look on pages 146-147 and you'll see what I mean!  Also check out the highlights in the video by Stampin' Up! below.

Because I love it so much I chose the Colorful Seasons Bundle for my June class tutorial. It's perfect for many occasions and all four seasons too!

 

 

Aren't they pretty?!   

Get the written tutorial for all 5 cards free when you order the bundle from me during June.  It includes the photos, step by step directions, measurements and supplies used. 

I'll send it to you via email after your purchase. Go here to see this item in my store.

 

The June hostess code is 7ZXTH6EM.  If you place an online order over $50 using this code I will send you a package of these amazing Glitter Enamel Dots Free!! Go here to order.

 

Nailed It - April's Class of the Month

I chose to feature the Nailed It bundle for my class tutorial of the month.  It looks like it's already gone and not available.  I cannot believe it! Hopefully if you wanted it you already own it!  

I've created 5 cards using the bundle showcasing the stamps and dies in this cool bundle. Look!

I cannot believe it's gone already.  If you wanted it and didn't get it in time I am so sorry!  

The written tutorial includes step by step directions, photos, measurements and supplies list. If you want just the written tutorial the cost is $5.00.  Email me at lagreff@gmail.com and I'll send you a PayPal request.