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Eden's Garden card in fresh colors

The Eden's Garden collection is featured in greens, gold & white.  See it here.

Well I thought I'd play with purple, green & white for this pretty card.  

I stamped the images in Old Olive & Gorgeous Grape along one side of the card. Then I textured it with the Timeless Type 3D embossing folder.  Lastly I added a greeting on a Picture This die-cut. 

Measurements: 

• card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
• White 3 3/4" X 5"
• Old Olive 4" X 5 1/4" 

*Did you know I'm offering a free 4 card class with all online orders over $50 in November?  Plus every online order gets a 22 card tutorial featuring the Eden's Garden collection! 

Get your bundle here and the Ever Eden DSP here and you'll be set to create with my project tutorial! 

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November Specials: 

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Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card class of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

 

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

More fabulous swaps by the Flowerbugs!

There are just two days left in the Join to Save promotion!

 Choose any Stampin' Up! products you want up to $125 and pay just $75 plus FREE SHIPPING! 

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This fabulous deal ends November 30th!

Remember you can do what YOU want while you're active.  Enjoy the discount for yourself or hold events.  It's all up to you. I'd love to have you on my Team! 

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I love seeing what my Flowerbugs make for our monthly Team swaps.  Swaps are optional and fun for those who choose to join in.

Today I'm sharing two cards; one birthday and one Christmas.

First is Tammi's card made with the Biggest Wish stamp set & the Pattern Party designer paper.  If you're wondering where this paper is from it's a Hostess choice.  You can get it as part of your free products with an order over $150.  That's when hostess benefits kick in.  

She added a wrap of the Black glittered ribbon around her 4"X 5 1/4" card front which brings in the Black stamped images to coordinate.  Here DSP is 4" X 3".  

Next up is Candy's pretty wreath card.  

She used the Forever Fern stamp set to create a wreath stamping around a masked off circle in the center.  What a great way to use a stamp set that isn't even Christmas!  

I believe her colors are Real Red, Garden Green & Blackberry Bliss.  The greeting is from the Merriest Moments.  The corner accents are from the Detailed Trio punch. I love her itty bitty bow!  

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

BEST DEAL!! Get the Stampin' Cut & Emboss machine at almost half price!

Have you been wanting the new Cut & Emboss machine but didn't want to pay $120 for it? 

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And did you know you get free shipping as well?  That's another $12.50 saved. *See the Mini here.

Go here to get your Starter Kit; this fabulous deal ends November 30th!

I'd love to have you on my Team!  

Our Flowerbugs group is super active.  We have all kinds of options for every type of stamper.  You can join in as much as you want to or just enjoy the sharing & camaraderie. We have prizes, swaps, sharing, featured stampers, videos, free tutorials galore & more.  They all say they love being a Flowerbug! 

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Here are two more cards made by my talented Flowerbugs! Both used the Expressions in Ink suite. 

Candace made this first one using a nice piece of the beautiful Expressions in Ink specialty DSP.  She stamped her greeting and leaves directly onto the DSP using Evening Evergreen ink.  

Then she stamped the large flower on a separate piece of White CS and die-cut it out using the Artistic Dies.  Lovely!

Tracey made this one using just the Artistically Inked stamp set.  She stamped all of her images on the White CS and added that to a layer of textured White CS.  She used the Timber 3D embossing folder.  You can see she added a bit of sponging to the embossed layer to really bring out the texture.  

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card class of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

What's Cookin' & All For Baby card ideas

Today I'm sharing two cards made by sisters on my Flowerbugs Team.  They're so talented and I love to see what they make for our swaps.  

First is an amazing card made by Jonna.  She used the What's Cookin' bundle seen here.  I LOVE her colors and how she created a tablecloth from the patterned paper by placing it on an angle.  

She stamped & die-cut the cooking elements and added it to the 'table'.  The White background is textured with the Tasteful Textile 3D embossing folder.  

The greeting is stamped and punched out with the Everyday Label punch. It's neat how she used it vertically instead of the usual way. 

Next is a sweet baby card made by Jacki featuring the All for Baby bundle seen here.  Her colors are Just Jade & Basic White.  The baby outfit is stamped in Just Jade ink and die-cut; then added with the hanger die-cut.  The designer paper is from our In color patterned paper packs - we have 6 sets of these in all of our color families. 

That little rhinestone on the hanger is a great addition. I love the simplicity of this card; it really showcases the outfit & greeting.  

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

Gorgeous Blackberry Beauty card swaps

Happy Thanksgiving!!  I hope you have a wonderful day filled with good food, friends and family.

There really isn't a better word for the Blackberry Beauty specialty designer paper.  Gorgeous just fits.  

Today I'm sharing two fabulous card ideas made by two of my Flowerbug Team members. 

First is Annette's pretty card.  I think my favorite thing is how she made the amazing designer paper the star of the card.  You don't need to add much to make a card shine with this Blackberry Beauty paper!  See it here. 

She added a stitched rectangle die-cut in Blackberry Bliss for her greeting, heat embossing it with Gold embossing powder. That thinner strip of Gold foil brings your focus back to the greeting.  I love the 3 Elegant Faceted gems on the left too. 

Next is a neat fun fold card made by Brenda.  

She trimmed off 1 1/4" off the right edge of the card base and textured it with the Pretty Flowers embossing folder.  Then she adhered it back onto the 'inside' of the card. 

I like how she layered the greeting strip with another piece of this designer paper.  Look at the added detail of the thin strip of Brushed Gold paper.  

Measurements: 

• Blackberry Bliss card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4".  Trim off 1 1/4" off the edge
• DSP 5" X 2 1/2", 1" X 4 1/4" strip 
• Cinnamon Cider 3" X 2 3/4", 3/4" X 4" greeting strip 
• inside piece 2 1/3" X 4 3/4"
• Gold strip 1/4" X 5 1/2" 

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

Pretty & Iridescent Whimsy & Wonder Team card swaps!

Check out these pretty cards made with the Whimsy & Wonder specialty designer paper and the Whimsical Trees bundle.

This first one was made by Marilyn.  She trimmed off an inch on the right side of her card front so it shows off the pretty Whimsy & Wonder specialty paper. 

Other features here are the Iridescent Snowflakes, the Merry Melody embossing folder and the Genial Gems from the Annual catalog. 

This Whimsy & Wonder specialty designer paper has been on low inventory multiple times.  It is not carrying over so get it while you can here. 

Next is Karen's pretty card.  I love the three banners showing off this pretty paper. And the greeting in the center of the snowflake too!  

Here's a link to a video featuring many projects using the Whimsy & Wonder suite you may want to watch. 

Have a wonderful & Happy Thanksgiving!!

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

A Shaker Card anyone can make with the Peaceful Deer bundle

Have you ever made a shaker card?  Have you thought it was too much work to bother with or maybe you thought you needed special supplies? 

Well today I'm sharing a fun & EASY shaker card idea. The only special thing you need is a clear envelope or cello bag.  

And the Deer Punch is now available!!!  Get it here. 

These cards are so fun and interactive.  You will be so proud to give one of these. One of my favorite things about this type of shaker card is that it isn't thick so it requires no extra postage. 

1st step: add a white punched deer from the Deer Builder punch popped up with a Dimensional. 

2nd: Insert into your clear envelope and add a good pinch of Subtle Shimmer sequins. 

3rd: Fold the envelope over tightly to keep the sequins on the side of the DSP you want. Secure the flap. 

Here's a photo of the back of the shaker part.  You can see the back side of the designer paper and where I folded the clear envelope over to secure.  A small cello bag would also work here.  

After the shaker part is done just add your frame over it securing with adhesive.  Add to the card and finish! 

Here's a version featuring the Whimsy & Wonder specialty designer paper; it works wonderfully here.  The card base and ink are Mint Macaron. The greeting is from the Peaceful Deer stamp set and the die-cut is from Tasteful Labels dies. 

And below is the video; or click here to see it on YouTube.  I sure hope you watch it AND make one yourself!  

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

Live tonight! Show off your Designer Paper with this fun layout!

We're making these cards tonight on Facebook Live here.  Every other Monday I host a 'Stamp with Me' Live where we use our Designer Paper in fun ways.  

I love this layout!  It is perfect for small patterns of Designer Paper. Turning squares on the angle adds a lot of playful interest to your card and showcases one main image, die-cut or punch in the center. 

I post the measurements a few days before the Live event so you have the time to prep your pieces so we can complete them together.  

I chose to use the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper from the Holiday catalog. (see it here)  And the Perfectly Plaid stamp set & Pine Tree punch.  

Card stock is Real Red, Mossy Meadow & Basic White; ink is Mossy Meadow. 

Measurements:

Card base 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2" 

White CS - 2" square, 2 7/8" square, 4" X 5 1/4" plus a scrap for the punched piece

DSP (Heartwarming Hugs) - 2 1/4", two different patterns at 2 3/4"

See all of my videos here on my YouTube channel. 

You can see this one here; click on the photo below: 

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November Specials: 

Host codes: Z2RQ7BB6

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card kit of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get the deal on the Starter kit here!  $125 in product for $75 plus free shipping!

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply! 

A treat bag from an envelope? Yes!

I cannot believe what a nice size this treat bag is - all from an A2 size envelope!  

• Basic Border dies seen here 
• Tailor Made Tag dies seen here 

Steps:

1. First I stamped just the flap with snowflakes from the Snowflake Wishes stamp set using Coastal Cabana and Highland Heather inks.  Then I stamped the Highland Heather tag and heat embossed it with White embossing powder.  

2. Next score 1" on the bottom and up both sides while the envelope is flat.  Fold on the score lines and press each fold well. 

3. Open up the envelope into a box. Secure the bottom corners to the flat bottom. 

4. Die-cut the flap using the Basic Border dies. Add a second layer of Coastal Cabana - also die-cut.  

5. Fill the bag with treats, wrap the mesh ribbon around it and add the tag.  Tie it into a bow.  Done!

And below is the video; it's the last project I share on this FB Live replay! 

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Host codes: RY3EDVMZ

*click here to order

Online orders over $50 get a pre-cut card class of 4 cards & PDF tutorial.

*Orders over $80 will receive the card kit PLUS 24 Iridescent snowflakes!

All online orders will receive my Eden's Garden PDF 22 project tutorial free! 

Get any of the tutorials or kits to go below in my Kit & Tutorial shop here:

Peaceful Wishes Christmas - limited supply available; 20 cards!

Christmas cards stamp a stack; limited supply!