Flowerbug's Inkspot

3 in 1 Triple Panel cards

I made these pretty cards on last week's Facebook Live 'Stamp with Me' Monday night. *See video below

The 2nd & 4th Monday's you can stamp with me Live on Facebook here.  The next one is Monday, August 10th. I post the measurements & supplies ahead of time so you can prepare.  Then afterwards you can share your cards too! 

I chose to use a Triple Panel technique; at least that's what I'm calling it.  I saw a sketch like it and created my own version here.  You start out with 3 pieces of card stock or designer paper and cut them all the same way.  

I used Bumblebee, Night of Navy and Smoky Slate for the cards above along with the Tasteful Touches bundle.  That pretty leaf die-cut is from the Birds & More dies set. 

Measurements:

Three pieces of card stock or DSP measuring 4 1/4" X 5 1/2".

Cute one full 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" card base of each color you use.

 

Cutting directions:

1st cut: Cut the first small triangle off of each piece. (On the bottom right card it's the Navy piece) Make a mark 1 1/2" from the bottom left corner and 2" from the bottom right corner. Cut this triangle off of all three pieces.

2nd cut: Make a mark from the upper left corner across at 1 3/4". Make a mark 2" from the lower left angled edge. Cut.

The 3rd cut isn't necessary as you'll use the angled piece left from the first two cuts.

Now you have three different colored pieces for each card. Mix & match one color per card!

On the cards above the colors are Bermuda Bay, Black and Smoky Slate and the same Tasteful Touches bundle and leaf die from above. 

 

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Pampered Pets Easy Fun Fold card

This cute card starts out as a standard A2 card - 5 1/2" X 8 1/2".  Adding just one extra score line creates this interactive, unique card! 

I used the Pampered Pets stamp set and the Playful Pets designer paper.  I colored the critters in with Blends markers and added a Playful Pets trinket with the Playful Pets trim and a glue dot. Sooo cute!

The scalloped White layer is from the Stitched So Sweetly dies and the Real Red greeting is 1" X 4" and punched with the Lovely Labels PIck a Punch on both ends.  Note the two different ends shown above. 

The Happy Birthday greeting inside the left card is from the Best Year stamp set. 

Watch the video below to get my tips on assembly and coloring.  Measurements are listed below. 

Measurements:

• Real Red 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 1 1/2" and 4 1/4", greeting strip 1" X 3 3/4"
  White inside 5 1/4" X 4", front die-cut 3 5/8" X 2 1/2"
  Black 3 3/4" X 2 5/8"
  Designer paper 1 1/4" X 5 1/4"

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Amazing Flowerbug Team swaps!

This week and next I'll be sharing a bunch of recent card swaps made by my talented Flowerbug's. 

The first card is made by Annette with the set called From All of Us on page 93 of the annual catalog.  She used Blends markers to color the image in.  

Her colors are Granny Apple Green and Daffodil Delight.  The card above was for last month and the one below was for July; both made by Annette.   

This next card is a unique origami fold.  I shared the 'how to' and video on this post here.  I was grateful to Annette for demonstrating it at our last Team meeting.  So easy and it sure highlights the main image! 

I LOVE the sign hanging on the cording!!

This card is made with the new Cinnamon Cider; one of our newest In Colors.  She stamped the background tone-on-tone and the origami piece is made using the 6 X 6" 2020-22 In Color DSP.  The stamp set is Back on Your Feet on page 92 of the Annual catalog. 

Stay tuned for more fabulous swaps tomorrow!

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Origami card fold with Flowers for Every Season with video

Here's another card I made on FB live last week using the pretty Flowers for Every Season designer paper.  It's an origami fold that creates a perfect place for your stamped image in the center. 

It starts out with a 4 1/4" piece of designer series paper and you place it on a score board on the diagonal so the points are at 3" on the top and the left.  You can do this with a paper cutter too.  See here or watch the video below: 

Then you score at 1" and 1 1/2".  Rotate it and do this on all sides.  Fold as shown.  

The stamped White layer inside is 2 7/8" square.  

Below is the video for this card and another pretty one made with the Fancy Phrases stamp set. 

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Beautiful Fancy Phrases cards with video!

I made this pretty card on Facebook Live last week.  It's cased from Marelle Taylor. It's close to a Black & White with a pop of color; a real favorite of mine. 

It features the lovely Fancy Phrases stamp set.  If you like flowers and like to color you'll love it! 

The scalloped die on the side is from the Painted Poppies dies.  The punches are the Label Me Fancy & Timeless Label. They layer wonderfully! 

Other products: Everyday Label punch to achieve the notched corners, Blends markers in Magenta Madness, Just Jade, Daffodil Delight and the Polka Dot Tulle ribbon.

Measurements: 

• White card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2", front panel is 3" X 4" plus scraps for punch & die-cuts
• Black is 3" X 4 5/8" 

I also made a pretty Origami fold card with the Flowers for Every Season paper pack.. Here's a link to the video on Facebook or click below to watch. 

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3 cards with my 'Life is Beautiful' MDA stamp set!

You may have spied my stamp set in a previous post, but I haven't shared much yet!  You can be sure I will be posting quite a few projects with it.

If you didn't know, it's a stamp set I helped create as a perk of achieving a Million Dollars in sales in my career with Stampin' Up!  It's so cool to have my name posted under the stamp set in the upcoming 2020 August - December Stampin' Up! catalog! 

I shared three technique cards using the Life is Beautiful stamp set on FB live last week.   I did upload it to YouTube so everyone can watch. *see below 

The top left card is created by stamping and heat embossing the leaves with White embossing powder.  Then coloring over with Blends alcohol markers.  Such a cool effect and actually fun to color too.  The dark card stock covers most mistakes if you go off the image a bit. 

The colors are Bermuda Bay, Black and Mango Melody.  The pretty label tags are die-cuts from the Tasteful Labels dies seen here. 

I wanted to have a play with a rainbow style card using the distinktive dots in the set.  

I used Gorgeous Grape, Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Bermuda Bay and Pacific Point here.  The greeting is from another MDA set called Ridiculously Awesome. 

Next is a simple baby wipe technique.  

I stamped the tree twice to create a wider trunk and more branches.  The colors here are Coastal Cabana, Soft Suede with Granny Apple Green and Pretty Peacock dots. 

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Accordion Style Fun-Fold card with video

Here's another easy fun fold card that shows off all sides of your designer series paper.  And uses up thin strips too! 

I made them during my weekly 'Stamp With Me' Facebook Live last week.  

I chose to use the Brights 6 X 6" designer paper pack and the Many Mates stamp set.  

Aren't they fun?  The back is flat and does not open.  You could include a full card base on it instead of a flat piece if you'd like.  I will write or sign the inside on the larger White part.

You might notice there are dots around some of the punched pieces.  I used my Blends markers to add that fun detail.  I also colored in some of the words on the greetings too.  This stamp set is fun! 

When you adhere the greeting on the front add adhesive to just the very top flap. 

Measurements:

Card base: 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"

next layer 5 1/4" X 4", textured

White accordion fold 4 1/4" X 9" scored at 1", 2", 4" and 6"

Designer paper - 3 pieces 4" tall. 3/4", 1 1/4" and 2 3/4"

 

Supplies:

Stamps - Many Mates

Ink - Gorgeous Grape, Pacific Point, Bermuda Bay, Flirty Flamingo, Black Memento

Card stock - Brights DSP, Gorgeous Grape, Bermuda Bay, Flirty Flamingo, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Black

Punches - Tailored Tag, Label Me Lovely, 2" circle, Lovely You Pick a Punch, Banner Triple

Other - Blends markers, rhinestone jewels, Dimensionals 

Below is the video for you.  Enjoy! 

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Double Point cards with video

Have you tried making a Double Point fun fold card yet?  They are so easy! 

Bonus!  This unique fold truly makes the most of your 12 X 12" paper!  You can get 6 cards from one sheet! 

I chose to use the Flowers for Every Season designer paper and the Field of Flowers stamp set.  The dies are from the Hippo & Friends dies seen here.  I LOVE these label dies! 

Measurements:

Card base 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"

White inside 5 1/4" X 4"

DSP 3" X 4", scored at 1" on the long side

Label dies or punches to 'connect' the points

 

Products Used: 

Field Of Flowers Photopolymer Stamp Set [152589] - Price: $17.00 - see here

Ridiculously Awesome Cling Stamp Set [152512] - Price: $22.00 - see here

Hippo & Friends Dies [153585] - Price: $36.00 - see here

Flowers For Every Season 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [152486] - Price: $11.50 - seen here

2020–2022 In Color Enamel Dots [152480] - Price: $8.00 - see here

If you want step by step instructions you can watch the video below.

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Easy Diagonal cards; Stamp With Me tonight at 7:30 pm!

This week I'm highlighting some of the cards I've recently made on Facebook Live.  With two a week there's a lot! 

Here are the cards for tonight's Facebook Live 'Stamp with Me' here. 

I chose the pretty Misty Moonlight & Seaside Spray combination for these cards.  I love the two toned look of these In Colors together.  When you add White for a pop of brightness they really shine!  

Join me here tomorrow night.  Prep the pieces, gather some supplies and we'll stamp together! 

I used the Queen Anne's Lace stamp set seen here in Misty Moonlight, White & Seaside Spray.

 

You can really see the Shimmer Crystal Effects on the flowers in this photo! 

 

Measurements:

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

Diagonal pieces (card stock or DSP) 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" cut in half on the diagonal.

Decorative strips 7 1/2" long X 1/2" - punched or die-cut

Greeting punches or die-cuts (Ornate Frames, Tasteful Labels & Ornate Border dies) 

 

Supplies:

Card stock (I used Misty Moonlight, Seaside Spray, White)

Stamps of your choice and ink

Punches or die-cuts for borders & greetings

Embossing folders or DSP

Ribbons, embellishments, Shimmery Crystal Effects

Sponges, mini glue dots, dimensionals

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