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Snowflake Wishes Fun Fold card; easy but beautiful!

Here's another pretty fun fold card with the Snowflake Wishes suite of products.  Marilyn made this beauty. 

It's a side fold card which is super easy to do!

She used the Stitched Rectangle dies for her front layers, the Snowflake Splendor designer paper on the left and the Snowflake Wishes bundle for the stamps & die-cuts.   Note the pretty Glimmer snowflake!  Our Balmy Blue Glimmer paper is gorgeous! 

She used Pacific Point ink on the greeting and the faint snowflakes in the background were done by stamping off a few times to get a lighter hue. 

Measurements: 

• Balmy Blue 4 1/4" X 8 1/4" scored at 5 1/2", stitched rectangle die-cut is 3" X 4 1/4"
• Whisper White inside 4" X 5 1/4", stitched rectangle die-cut is 2 5/8" X 4"
• Snowflake Splendor DSP 2 1/2" X 4"

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Snowflake Wishes Fun Fold card; WOW!

Look at this amazing fun fold card Tracey made for our Flowerbug's Team swap last month.  Incredibly beautiful! 

This card is over the top gorgeous!  The Navy snowflakes are die-cut with the Snowflake Wishes bundle here and she also used the Snowflake Splendor designer paper here; it's on sale this month!!

This fancy fold card is for those crafters who don't mind scoring and cutting with multiple measurements!  You can see her template below and one I found online to show scoring areas.  

Here's the inside view: 

• The Navy greeting piece is 3/4" X 4 1/8".
• The center DSP is 4 1/4" X 2", the center Navy is 2 1/8" X 4 3/8"
• The DSP side pieces are 3/4" X 4 1/4", the Navy side pieces are 7/8" X 4 3/8" 

Here is her template.  It's called a Center Step card and measures 4 1/4" X 11". 

Outside score lines are at 1", 2" and 6 1/2". The center score line is at 5 1/2" .  

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All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

Glue stands are back! And last chance for October card kits!

Our Multipurpose Glue holders are back in stock again!  

Here are the colors available:   Dark Blue, Pewter, Turquoise, Pink & Black.  Quantities are limited!

Order yours here.  Only available inShipping is calculated on the site.  Orders ship out within a few days of purchase.  

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Tuesday is the last day to get in on either of my October card kits to go. 

Above is the Plaid Tidings kit which includes the Plaid Tidings designer paper, embroidered ribbon and Sequins for Everything. It includes $20 in product BEFORE tax & shipping, the 10 cards pre-cut kit and pdf tutorial and you'll have lots of product left over to make more cards.  Cost is just $28 plus shipping.  Go here to get one; there's just two left! Or choose the PDF tutorial option. 

This is the Heartwarming Hugs Christmas Fun-Fold cards kit.  It also includes $20 in product including the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper, Real Red 3/8" satin ribbon and Red rhinestones!  You'll also receive the 10 cards pre-cut kit and pdf tutorial and you'll have lots of product left over to make more cards.  

It's $28 plus shipping.  Go here order this one; there's just one left!. If you don't want the pre-cut kits you can also purchase the pdf tutorials for these and lots more!

I get lots of great feedback on my pre-cut kits.  Most people find crafting very enjoyable when things are prepped and designed for them!  Remember they include all die-cut or punched pieces. 

Here's what they're saying about my kits:  

• I love your card ideas and I appreciate all the work that goes into creating the classes.  I love that every thing is supplied!!  Cutting the DSP with our great paper cutter is no problem!! Thanks for doing this!!!
• I just loved these.  Thanks so much for all your wonderful ideas!!!  This class was so much fun!! 
• I had purchased the tutorial from you and had a class on Saturday.  Everyone really loved it.
• Your directions are always so easy to follow and your projects are unique.
• I made all the cards, and had a great time.  I loved all the different folds and color choices.  Thanks for making my week!

 

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Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

Designer Paper Sale; click here!

Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

online order over $45. 

All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

Gather Together Tag Punch Fun Fold

Check out this fun fold card Deloris made for a recent Team swap.  Our theme was fun folds from the 2020 Holiday catalog. 

She used the Gather Together bundle seen here and the Scalloped Tag Topper punch seen here.  

Her colors are Cajun Craze, Pretty Peacock, Early Espresso & Sahara Sand.  The tag punch is pushed in to create the design on both edges and then the sides are trimmed with a paper trimmer.  A really lovely design!  

I'll be sharing more of my Team Fun-fold card swaps next week! 

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October Specials!

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Z-Fold Cards with measurements for you!

Here are two more fun fold cards made by my Flowerbug's Team for a recent swap.  They're both Z-fold cards but totally different!  

First is Mary's card featuring the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper and the Warm Hugs bundle; both in the 2020 Holiday catalog now.  This Designer paper is on sale right now.  Click here to see all 15 papers! 

Measurements:

• Real Red card 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
• Pear Pizzazz 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
• Designer paper front3" X 4 1/4", inside is 4" X 5 1/4"
• White inside is 3" X 2 1/2"

Karen G made this pretty card with the Snow Wonder stamp set.  

Measurements: 

• Seaside Spray 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
• Highland Heather 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
• White front 4 1/4" X 3", bottom is 2 1/4" X 3"
• Snowflake Wishes DSP in the center is also 2 1/4" X 3" 

I hope you're enjoying this Fun Fold series of cards.  I am so proud of my gals; they've truly created fabulous cards!!

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October Specials!

Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

Designer Paper Sale; click here!

Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

online order over $45. 

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Gift Wrapped Fun Fold card!

Look at this super cute Fun Fold card featuring the Gift Wrapped bundle seen here! 

I LOVE the bright, eye-catching colors she choose; Granny Apple Green & Poppy Parade.  Can you see that she used both the Light & Dark colors in these Blends markers?  

She also used the Wink of Stella on the punched bow and 'ribbon' on the front. See that cute baby tag?  That's part of the punch too! 

Can you see how the front flap catches on the greeting on the left?  Love this! 

Measurements: 

• Granny Apple Green 4 1/4" X 8 1/4" and 3" X 6" scored at 3" and two 1/2" X 2 3/4" strips and a 1" X 1 1/4" piece for the greeting layer
• Poppy Parade 2 3/4" square
• Whisper White 4" X 5 1/4" plus a 2 3/4" square for inside the smaller flip area and scraps for the Tasteful Labels die-cut, and ribbon punches. 

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October Specials!

Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

Designer Paper Sale; click here!

Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

online order over $45. 

All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

Clear Block Stamping; a fun & easy background for quick cards!

Have you ever tried Block Stamping?  If you have a clear block and ink pads you can do this!  

I shared these cards on Facebook Live last week Tuesday.  You can watch the replay below.  Remember every Tuesday morning at 11 am CT I'm Live on FB here. 

I chose a few different stamp sets and inks for the cards I made.  I also have a few tips for you when doing this technique. 

The above card features Soft Seafoam and In The Pines stamp set.  The White layer is 4 3/4" X 3 1/2".  I inked the 'H' block in Soft Seafoam ink and spritzed it with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and Champagne Shimmer Paint. 

You can use water but that takes longer to dry and I wanted a bit of shimmer. Shimmer Paint mixes well with rubbing alcohol. I added random strips of Shaded Spruce CS across the card.  Quick & easy! 

This card features Calypso Coral (2" X 5 1/2"), Petal Pink and the Queen Anne's Lace stamp set. The textured layer is from the set of Wrapped in Texture embossing folders.

Can you see the marbling effect here? I inked the block in Seaside Spray ink and then added a few swirls of Misty Moonlight with a Stampin' Write marker. *Watch the video below. 

I used the Snowflake Wishes set on this card and the Flowers for Every Season ribbon/twine combo pack.  The colors are Seaside Spray & Misty Moonlight.  The White layer is 3 1/2" X 4 3/4" and the Misty Moonlight is 3 3/4" square - a scrap I had. 

Tips on the Clear Block Technique:

• Use a light color of ink
• Choose a block that fits on your card stock
• Ink it and spritz with either water or rubbing alcohol until it almost starts to puddle.
• Add a swirl of darker color with a marker after inking the block and before spritzing. 
• Alcohol dries faster than water 
• Add a bit of Shimmer Paint to your alcohol for additionals glitz! 
• Whisper White card stock works just fine; no need for thicker papers

 

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October Specials!

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All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

Christmas themed fun-fold swaps

Last Friday I started sharing last month's fun fold cards made by my talented Flowerbug's Team members. Here are a few more 

Jacki created this one using the Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer paper and the Beautiful Autumn stamp set. It's a latch card!

Once you add the layers to the card front you'll use the Classic Label punch to create the window for the latch to catch into.  

Measurements:

• Night of Navy card base 4 1/4" X 9" scored at 5 1/2"
• DSP 3 3/4" square on the front; 1 1/4" X 4" on the inside right edge
• Pretty Peacock 4" square ont he front and a thin strip on the right inside edge
• Latch - Navy 2" X 3 1/2" scored at 1/2"
• Vanilla latch 1 3/4" X 2 3/4", inside is 4" X 5 1/4"

Here's another card made by Paula featuring the Little Treat Box dies and the Wrapped in Christmas stamp set.  

She cut the treat box dies into separate pieces (Garden Green & Vanilla) for her card front.  It also opens up to reveal a gift card holder inside. Lots of texture with the Winter Snow embossing folder too!  

Measurements:

• Garden Green card base 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"
• Very Vanilla 5 3/8" X 4 1/8" 
• Real Red 4 1/2" X 10 3/4" scored at 3/4", 4" and 7 1/4" 
• Poinsettia Place DSP 4 1/4" X 3" 

Stop back again for more Fun Fold cards!  I have lots more to share! 

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October Specials!

Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

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Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

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Feels Like Frost Fun Fold card

Check out this beautiful fun fold card made by Annette for our Team swap in September!  Our theme was fun fold cards featuring products in the 2020 Holiday catalog.  

She featured the Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Life is Beautiful stamp set.  This design is perfect for designer paper with a scene or large pattern.  

I like the tag with the pretty Metallic Mesh ribbon.  That ribbon is so soft and it's in 1 1/2" wide but can easily be cut in sections without fraying!  

Measurements:

• Navy card - 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 1 1/2" & 4 1/4", tag is 1 1/4" X 3 3/4" 
• Designer paper from left to right - 5 1/4" X 2 3/4", 5 1/4" X 1 1/8" and lastly on the right is 5 1/4" X 2"
• Whisper White 5 1/5" X 1 3/4", tag is 1" X 3" 

More Flowerbug Team swaps next week!  

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October Specials!

Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

Designer Paper Sale; click here!

Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

online order over $45. 

All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!