Flowerbug's Inkspot

Awesome Otters is perfect with the Simply Marbelous!

There are just 2 days left of Sale-a-Bration promotion and I had to share this sweet card my Flowerbug's team member Karen made for our recent swap. The theme was cards featuring animals & fun fold layout. 

She used Balmy Blue, Misty Moonlight & Gray Granite along with the Hippo & Friends dies. She colored him in with Blends markers.  

This card is a triangle pop up card.  The front of the card is scored diagonally across it so you can give it a twist to pop it up.  The inside greeting holds it up.  

The Awesome Otters set is adorable; those critters are so cute!

You can see the Awesome Otters set here and the Simply Marbelous DSP here.  They're BOTH free with a $50 order through Monday only.  Then Sale-a-Bration ends! Don't miss out on the deals!!!

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In addition to these card kits you'll also receive the PDF tutorial for them AND a free embellishment too! 

Rainbow of Happiness Easel card with video tutorial

The other card we made at my February card clubs was this bright rainbow easel card. We have so many wonderful rainbow themed products right now. 

Details:

• The rainbows and small clouds are die-cut using the Rainbow dies (currently unavailable through March 28th). 
• The rainbows are cut from the Ombre 12 X 12" Specialty paper in the annual catalog (seen here). 
• The clouds are punched using the new Cloud punch from either the Simply Ombre DSP, the Sunshine & Rainbows DSP or the Supple Shimmer paper. *The cloud punch matched the Sunshine & Rainbow DSP perfectly! 
• The stamped images are from the Rainbow of Happiness & the Celebrating You stamp set; both in the 2022 Jan-June catalog
• The DSP inside the card is the Sunshine & Rainbow paper from the Sale-a-Bration catalog; it's free with any $50 order. 
• They could add either raindrops from the Silver & Clear Epoxy Essentials or the Artistry Blooms sequins. 
• The frame was made by cutting a rectangle from a 4" X 5 1/4" Basic White CS with the Stitched Rectangle dies.  

Have you noticed this gorgeous glimmery specialty paper in the annual catalog?  It's perfect for rainbows & that touch of glitter.

You can see the glimmer better in this close up. 

Did you know the Sunshine & Rainbows 6 X 6" DSP coordinates with our new Cloud punch?  The cloud punch is currently unavailable but it will be back after March 28th. 

 See the DSP here; it's so happy & bright.  Remember it's retiring after Monday; the last day of Sale-a-Bration.  It's free with any $50 order. 

They could add greetings inside the easel if they wanted to.  We used Night of Navy ink for all greetings.  

Measurements: 

• Pool Party easel card base 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 3 3/4" & 5 1/2"
  Pool Party 4" X 5 1/4"
  White 4" X 5 1/4" for rectangle frame
  DSP inside 2" X 4"

Click on the photo below to watch the video; there are quite a few important tips for success in making this special card.

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Driving By meets Simply Marbelous for a retro style Birthday card

We made retro style birthday cards at my February card clubs.  Look at this:

It's perfect for a guy or even a young adult.  The Simply Marbelous designer series paper from our Sale-a-Bration catalog is absolutely amazing!  It does look a little psychedelic doesn't it?! 

I covered the entire card front with it; no border at all.  I rarely do this but I wanted this unique & special paper to shine!  It has 6 different color combinations in it; all monochromatic too!  Everyone had a choice of their favorite color.  

The birthday greeting is from the Slim Sayings stamp set seen here.  We stamped it in Versamark ink and heat embossed with Black embossing powder. 

*There's a video to see how this card was created.  You can watch it here. 

The car images were stamped with Black Memento ink on a Basic White Stitched rectangle die-cut and then colored in with our Stampin' Up! Blends markers.  

I trimmed the balloon image off of the convertible so it could be added to any of the vehicles.  See the Driving By stamp set here; it's free with any $50 order through February. 

The cute stitched banner is cut from more Simply Marbelous DSP using the Triangle dies.  

After the card was assembled we added a finishing tough to the windows - a bit of Shimmery Crystal Effects for some shine. 

Here's the video below: 

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Deals & Gifts galore; just for you! Times running out; just 6 days left!

If you love good deals; I have two happening through February 28th.

Keep reading! 

I'm giving you 6 free card kits for orders over $55 through the end of February.  Plus my other gifts as well! *I ran out of the easel calendars & embossing folders; I'll be substituting Rhinestone jewels instead. (Gingham embossing folder & Easel calendar kit!). 

In addition to my free gifts you'll get a free Sale-a-Bration choice too! Gifts galore! It ends on February 28th. Go here to order. 

Next deal..... how about $100 in free product?  

During our Sale-a-Bration promotion (ends February 28th) you can choose $125 in product of your choice for just $99.  Plus TWO free stamp sets too!  In addition to that the Starter kit includes a free Paper Pumpkin kit, business supplies and catalogs too. 

I polled my Flowerbug's Team to ask them why they joined when they did. 

Top 5 reasons my gals chose the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit:

1. A good deal
2. Continuous discount
3. Love of Stampin’ Up! products
4. See new products & catalogs early (cannot wait!)
5. Ordering regularly anyway

You may think you have to 'sell' or hold events.  Or order a bunch of items to have on hand.  Nope!  Here are some myths you might have about being a Stampin' UP! Demonstrator: 

Myths:

1. You have to sell.  Or hold classes.  Nope! I call my gals who simply enjoy the discount ‘Happy Shoppers’.  
2. It’s a commitment.  Wrong. You can quit ordering at any time. Enjoy it while you can and end when you want. There's no pressure from me or Stampin’ Up! to do more than you want to.
3. You have to join in swaps or group activities. It's your choice.   
4. I don’t have time.  You're in charge! Spend as much time as you want on this hobby; nothing has to change.
5. I’m not creative enough.  Case & copy anything you see online or use any of my free tutorials.      

Here are some Facts:  

1. To stay active, you need $300 in orders/sales each quarter.  But with the 20% discount you’re really paying just $240 out of pocket!  But you get the benefits of the full $300. WOW! And you're taxed on the lower amount; not the full $300. 
2. Your first quarter is waived so you do not need the $300 in orders until the end of June. That means you can pre-order from the new 2021 Annual catalog that starts in April.  New In Colors!
3. You get all of the benefits a customer does; including free host rewards and we get our discount on top of special promotions.
4. Plus we get extra $$ income if our orders/sales are over a certain amount each month. That includes our own orders! 

Are you ready to get yours?

Here is what my Flowerbug's Team love about being in our group (from my poll):

Flowerbug’s Favorites:

• Friendly & supportive community
• Free tutorials
• Creative inspiration, monthly challenges
• Local & online gatherings
• Friendships with like-minded crafters
• Good leadership
• Swaps & friendships

Flowerbug Benefits:

• Get all of my Tutorials FREE!
• Exclusive access to our very active FB Group
• Weekly & monthly inspiration challenges with prizes!
• Business training if desired.
• Monthly Team Meetings, Zooms & Facebook Lives
• Option to join swaps
• Being part of a positive, happy group where you can share, learn, get inspired and receive support.

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Plus a package of free rhinestones too!  

An amazing flower from the Ladybug Builder punch? Yes!

I have been sharing many cards made with the Hello Ladybug stamp & punch bundle in the last few days.  I've gone a bit crazy with it lately!  If you missed them scroll to the next few posts before this one or watch the video here to see most of them.  

I've seen a few samples of flowers made with the Ladybug Builder punch and had to try one myself.  I love the dimension you get when you curl the 'wings' a bit! 

It's definitely a 3D type flower; maybe suited best for a box or gift bag.  Wouldn't that be pretty!

I punched 'wings' from the Ladybug Builder punch from our Simply Marbelous designer paper.  This paper is free during our Sale-a-Bration promotion through February 28th.  See it here!  

It's my top favorite item in our Sale-a-Bration catalog!  I love that each sheet is monochromatic on both sides; many shades of the same colors. Don't miss out on this amazing paper. 

I used quite a few punched wings to make these flowers.  Start with a 1 1/2" - 1 3/4" circle punch as a base to add them to, working your way from outside towards the center.  Be sure to curl them first with a bone folder.   

This card is also a unique fun fold I'd never seen before.  I used our Stitched Rectangle dies to cut a partial window in the front fold.  You can get my tips on achieving this fold in the video seen here or below.

I used the Basic Patterns Decorative Masks seen here for my background.  Our blending brushes make this a breeze.

You can see the measurements in the photo below. 

Which is your favorite color? 

Below is the video; click on the photo to watch.  Don't forget to subscribe to my You Tube Channel here. 

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Hello Ladybug & Island Vibes paired up in this easy Fun Fold card

I played with the Hello Ladybug stamp set & punch bundle for Tuesday's FB Live this week. Each card uses the punch in a different way!  See the video here.  Here's one of the cards we made: 

The colors are Granny Apple Green, Magenta Madness, Black & White. It's a bright and happy card for sure! I used the Island Vibe stamp set for the greenery; it's in our Sale-a-Bration offering and free with a $50 order through February.  

 

If you ever want to turn a traditional card into a fun fold you cannot get easier than this one!  Score your 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" card base at 4 1/4" (or fold it in half) then fold the front in half again.  

Click here to see this Hello Ladybug stamp set & punch bundle.  It's just $32.25 and 10% off! 

Measurements:

• Card base 5 ½” X 8 ½”, score at 2 1/8” & 4 ¼”
• White (X 2) 3 ½” X 4 ¾”
• 3 ¾” X 5” Black

Click on the photo below to watch the video and see all three unique cards using this fun Ladybug Builder punch by Stampin' Up! Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here too! 

 

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& the Gingham embossing folder with a $55 order in February, 2022! 

Brilliant Accordion Fun Fold card; it's a big WOW!

If you ever want to impress someone with an extra special hand made card, try one of these Accordion cards.  They are so easy to make it looks fancy and a bit tricky. 

I used the Daffodil Afternoon designer paper from our current Sale-a-Bration promotion. You can see it here and get it free with any $50 Stampin' Up! order.  

The neat greetings are all from the Special Moments stamp set; another free choice from our Sale-a-Bration promotion through February.  See all of our free SAB choices here. 

Details:

• The colors are Crushed Curry & Mossy Meadow with a bit of Flirty Flamingo.
• Beautiful Layer dies - greeting die-cut shapes 
• Medium Daisy punch - flowers (sponged color on the edges)
• Daffodil dies - stems & daisy centers 
• Bough punch - leaves

 The fold is actually quite simple for the inside of this card.  I hope you watch the video below to see how it's done.  

Accordion card measurements: 

• Card base 5 ½” X 8 ½”
• DSP 5 ¼” X 10” scored at 2”, 3”, 4”, 5”, 6”, 7” & 8”
• Vanilla 3 ½” X 4 ¾” for front & 1 ¾” X 4 ¾” inside
• Front DSP 1 ½” X 3 ½”, Mossy CS 3 ¾” X 5”

Click on the photo below to watch the video.  This card is the last project; you'll see one other fun fold cards and a sketch card idea. 

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Great silhouette cards with Simply Marbelous DSP with Honeybee Home bundle

I saw a group of cards made by France Labrecque and I just had to make some.  Look!

I changed them up a bit but kept the same premise of a die-cut circle with these gorgeous Honeybee Blooms dies in silhouette.  I added a bit of color on the White layer before texturing them.  The card above features the Gingham embossing folder.

Here are the 6 cards I made; one with each color of Designer Paper in the Simply Marbelous DSP pack.  This beautiful paper is FREE through February, 2022 with any $50 Stampin' Up! order.  See it here. 

I cannot decide which color is my favorite but I lean towards the yellow or blue. 

The embossing folder on the card above is called Macrame; it's in the 2022 Stampin' Up! Annual Catalog or seen here. 

For each card I used one of the greetings in the Honeybee Home stamp set which is part of the Honeybee Home bundle seen here.  The greeting dies are from the Ornate Frames dies in the Annual catalog seen here.  

This incredible Simply Marbelous 6 X 6" DSP is still available; if you want it I'd get it now while they still have a supply.  It's always possible it could run out before the end of February. 

One neat thing about this pretty designer paper is each sheet has a softer, less distinct pattern and this beautiful swirly pattern. And each color is a combination of light & dark hues so it works with many, many shades of each color!  

Which is your favorite?  

Here's the video!  Click on the picture below to watch it. These cards are the 3rd project I share. 

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& the Gingham embossing folder with a $55 order in February, 2022! 

Get a free calendar kit with any size order in February!

My Sale-a-Bration & New Catalog open house displays

I don't think I shared my displays & boards from my January New Catalog Open House yet!  

Some are my own cards but many of these projects are swaps I received.  

First is my 2022 Sale-a-Bration display table. 

This first board features half of the Sale-a-Bration offerings including the Sunshine & Rainbows 6 X 6" DSP, the Driving By stamp set, Catching Butterflies stamp set, Simply Marbelous 6 X 6" DSP and the Island Vibes stamp set.  

See all of our 2022 Sale-a-Bration products here.  Remember you can get these items FREE with each $50-100 you order from Stampin' Up! in February. 

This next board and display features the Friendly Hello bundle, Daffodil Afternoon 12 X 12" DSP, the Calming Camellia host stamp set and more Sunshine & Rainbows & Driving by samples.  

Next is a wall of displays of the 2022 January-June catalog; especially the designer papers & the Heart & Home bundle. So many beautiful cards & samples! 

 

And here is a close-up of the Sweet Talk 12 X 12" DSP along with a few cards too. 

And lastly is a group of projects featuring the In The Moment, Wildlife Wonder & Flowing Flowers stamp sets, the Daffodil Daydream and Cactus Cuties bundles and many of our newest punches too. 

I hope you enjoyed seeing my displays.  I change up which are up in my studio every few months. My customers enjoy looking at these project ideas when they're here. 

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Click here to get yours.

Host codes: 3WCHFFUW

 *click here to order 

Use the host code above & get a free Easel Calendar kit

& the Gingham embossing folder with a $55 order in February, 2022! 

Get a free calendar kit with any size order in February!