Flowerbug's Inkspot

My Top Picks for the BEST Deals!

I thought I'd share a few of my favorite deals happening right now. Between the Last Chance list and the Clearance Rack there is a lot and it changes daily. 

Lists can be hard to read so I’ve got pictures for you! 

Fabulous Kits & quick cards: 

Gorgeous Posies card kit with box! $25.60 (was $32)

Makes 16 cards: 4 each of 4 designs. Complete using the Gorgeous Posies Cling Stamp Set (sold separately) or any other greetings set.

Tag Buffet Project Kit $18 (was $30)   *You can see the cards I made with these tags below! 

Makes 30 Christmas tags: 5 each of 6 designs
* Tag size: 3-1/4" x 4-1/4"
* Includes 7-5/8" x 5-3/4" x 1-3/4" designer box                                                                                

     

Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards pack  $4.40 (was $11) *See the pretty cards I made with them below with no stamping!  (Get the cards & envelopes to match here.  They're also on sale for a perfect sale match-up!

Includes 50 total double-sided cards (2 each of 25 designs) in 3" x 4" (7.6 x 10.2 cm) and 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) sizes; 4 sticker sheets, 2 each of 2 designs. 

 

Joy of Sharing Card kit $21 (was $35) *perfect for this year's Christmas photo cards!

Create classic Christmas cards with the all-inclusive Joy of Sharing Card Kit! This kit is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters on the go. 

* Kit includes the 7-piece Joy of Sharing Photopolymer Stamp Set
* Makes 15 traditional or photo cards and envelopes

       

 

Embellishments: 

Adhesive Backed Sequins $3.60 (was $7.50)

These were a big favorite! You get 260 Adhesive-backed Snowflakes;130 each of 2 colors

All the Trimming embellishments $4.80 (was $8)  100 pieces: 80 dots, 40 each in Poppy Parade and white; 20 stars in Bumblebee

 

Paper!

Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Paper $9 now; was $15

I cannot believe this is available; they ran out of it twice! 48 double-sided sheets: 4 each of 12 designs; 6" x 6"

Plaid Tidings 6 X 6" DSP - $6.90; was $11.50

Gorgeous designs for all seasons!  Everyone loved this paper!

 

 

Tools!

Butterfly Duet Punch $7.20 (was $18)

 

Lace 3D embossing folder $4 (was $10)

Stitched Nested Labels $28 (was $35) **If you don't have these I highly recommend you get these before they're gone. 

Stamparatus Bag $11.60 *was $29.  I love this bag!  

Happy Dies $12 (was $30) 

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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

Hey Girlfriend with a paper strips background!

Coloring these sweet girls can be intimidating but not with our Blends markers!  Look at her! 

I will admit that my friend & team member Audrey colored this one.  She shared a bunch of stamped & colored girls with me and I've made a few cards with them.  If you look closely you can see the changes in color hue that gives great dimension. Such as her skirt. See how the outside is darker than the inside?  Same with her cheeks. 

The Blends markers are fabulous tools!  

I had a bunch of colored card stock strips laying on my desk and decided to use them for a background.  I cut some into thinner strips to add interest. I did not measure; they vary in widths which adds some interest & fun.

I adhered them to a 3 1/2" X 4 3/4" piece of card stock. Then I trimmed off the excess and added the entire piece to a piece of 3 5/8" X 4 7/8" piece of Black CS before I added it to the White card base.  

This stamp set will not be carried over; it will retire in June.  You can see it here. 

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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

TWO Amazing Sales Happening Now! New Clearance Rack items will go FAST!

They're updating the Clearance Rack Tuesday!

The deals are so amazing that they can sell out within minutes! 

Be sure to check it out ASAP here.  

Remember to check out the Last Chance deals seen here while you're shopping.  Combine these big sales and save big!  

Save even more here with the BEST DEAL we offer!

Did you know you can choose items from these two sales to add to your Starter Kit?  And you can choose items from the upcoming Annual Catalog (Sneak Peaks) as well including new products, In Colors and more! 

You'll get even bigger savings since it's always 25% off!  

Choose up to $125 in products for just $99 and your shipping is free!! From then on all of your Stampin' Up! products are 20% off. And you don't need to place another order until September to stay active.  

Perks of joining my Flowerbug's Team:

1. Enjoy 20% discount on all future Stampin' Up! purchases (for as long as you wish; no pressure to stay). 
2. The ability to pre-order NEW product a month before everyone else (May/June is Sale-a-Bration & Holiday catalog pre-order)!
3. Direct access to demonstrator only websites & FB groups with TONS of project sharing you won't see anywhere else. 
4. Get $125 in product of your choice with the $99 kit purchase!  (A free Paper Pumpkin Kit, business supplies including 8 new catalogs and more)
5. As a member of my Team you have access to some exclusive benefits including:
6. An exclusive Team Facebook group where we share inspiration and ideas.
7. Access to every project tutorial I create (at least 2 per month) including all previous PDF tutorials. Use them as you wish! 
8. The option of monthly card swaps with my Flowerbug's Team.
9. Monthly creative & business challenges with Prize Patrols. 
10. Monthly team meetings &/or Facebook Lives for just my group!

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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

The last of my 10 amazing card ideas for Paper Strips!

Today I'm sharing the last of the 10 cards I made on my Facebook Live video.  If you aren't following me on Facebook yet click here. I host a video each Tuesday morning at 11 am CT and twice a month on Monday evenings as well. 

I had a bunch of paper strips leftover from cutting out for cards and kits and created some fun & unique cards with them.  We're calling them 'Stripper Cards'! 

Here's a favorite I made with 3/4" X 3 3/4" strips of Bermuda Bay, Pool Party & Pumpkin Pie.  

I started out with a 4" X 5 1/4" piece of White CS.  Starting at the bottom I added a strip and alternated colors and directions each time.  I focused on keeping the tips at the same area and left the excess 'wide' end hang over the edge.  

I had to leave enough space to stamp the greeting (You Are Amazing set seen here) so I stopped about 1 1/2" up.  The last piece may need to be trimmed before you add that skinny little edge strip.  A few Holiday rhinestones finish it off. 

On my video (scroll down) I used Real Red with the Pool Party & Bermuda Bay.  Which do you prefer?  

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This is another of my favorites!  So easy and just plain fun!

I cut random lengths of 1/4" strips and adhered them to a 4" X 5 1/4" piece of Black card stock. The greeting is from the Sweet Ice Cream set stamped on a 1" X 4 3/4" strip of White CS.  Add this and trim the ends off before you add it to the main Coastal Cabana card base.  

Here are both versions; which do you prefer?  

• Left features Coastal Cabana, Bermuda Bay, Crushed Curry & Pumpkin Pie.
• Right has Coastal Cabana, Bermuda Bay, Granny Apple Green, Pacific Point and Daffodil Delight. 

Below is the video for all 10 'stripper' card ideas using leftover strips of paper! 

 

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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

More fun cards with leftover paper strips

I wanted these cards to be bright and happy so I chose my brightest colors of strips! 

This first card has 1/4" strips adhered to a White layer 2 1/2" wide.  

After I had the White piece covered with strips I trimmed off the excess on the edges and added it to the White card base.  Then I added the pretty dandelion White die-cuts (from the Dandy Wishes dies here).  That stitched greeting tag is from the Hydrangea Dies seen here.  Artistry Blooms adhesive-backed sequins finish it off as well as a twine bow.

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Next is a card with a woven heart.  I think it's pretty neat!  And it looks difficult but it's just a few extra steps to die-cut the shape. *Watch the video below to catch my tips on paper weaving. 

I share a good demo on this technique in the video below.  The strips are 1/2" and the heart shape is die-cut with the retiring Stitched Be Mine dies seen here.  There are 16 dies with lots of heart shapes & borders in many sizes.  

The pretty textures are from the Little Details embossing folders seen here.  It's just $3.20 right now; while supplies last! 

Here's the video for all 10 of my paper strips projects!  

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April Specials!

Click here for the Annual Catalog 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. 

Quick cards for Men using paper strips!

I thought paper strips were a perfect way to create cards for men.  So I chose some 1/2" strips of blues and greens and adhered them to a piece of White 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" card stock at an angle. 

Add them at an angle, graduating colors as you go if you wish.  Once you're added strips trim off the excess on the edges.  

Next I used the retiring Well Written 'birthday' dies seen here and cut it out of the stripes piece.  I wanted the greeting to reflect the same colors in the background.  So easy!  

I adhered it to the Tasteful Labels die-cut with Multipurpose Glue. I stamped 'Happy' from the coordinating stamp set Well Said seen here and fussy cut it to add to the card.  

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Next is another card with the exact same colors but totally different.  I adhered 1/2" strips to the edge of a White card base.  I didn't worry about the outer edge until I was done; trimming it off afterwards.  I focused on the left edge being even.   

I added a skinny 1/8" strip of Night of Navy to cover up any unevenness on my left edge.  A length of Navy twine wrapped around and into a bow finishes it off. 

The 'you' is from the Well Written dies and the 'make me smile' is rom the Well Said stamp set (heat embossed in White) on a Navy Tailored Tag punch.

       
   

Here's the video for all 10 paper strips projects!  

More details on my paper strips projects tomorrow! 

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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

~~~

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

~~~

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

~~~

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

Two striking 'WOW' cards with Paper Strips!

This week I'm sharing the cards I made on last week's Facebook Live video.  If you aren't following me on Facebook yet click here. I host a video each Tuesday morning at 11 am CT and twice a month on Monday evenings as well. 

I had a bunch of paper strips leftover from cutting out for cards and kits and created some fun & unique cards with them. 

This is one of my most favorites of all of the cards I made with my paper strips.  I find the colors stunning together!  

The colors are Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Smoky Slate, Basic Gray, Bumblebee & Daffodil Delight.  The 1/4" strips are simply adhered to the 4 1/4" X 11" card front and the excess is trimmed off afterwards. 

These unique flowers are made with the Pierced Bloom dies seen here. Each flower has 4 layers.  

The greeting is from the Happiest of Birthdays set; seen here.  

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Next is another striking card using the same colorful strips added horizontally this time. 

The pretty leafy die-cut is from the Christmas Layers dies seen here. They're on sale for $17.40 (was $29) now while supplies last!  the greeting is from the Simply Succulent set seen here.

Below is the video with 10 unique and amazing cards all made with leftover paper strips! 

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April Specials!

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

Current Host code is PX6ZWGM7

Order online here

~~~

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