A fun way to add color to the Happy Place stamp with video tutorial

September 22, 2025

I shared how to add color to the large ‘Happy’ from the Happy Place stamp set on last week’s Live video. What do you think?

We made this cute card at my September card clubs. The colors include Lost Lagoon, Calypso Coral & White. You might wonder how I achieved the two-toned inking on the Happy image. I used inks – Lost Lagoon for the water and Calypso Coral for the sky. For this sample I used large ink pads. But for my Clubs we used smaller ink spots. It was a lot easier this way!

You might also wonder where I got the rectangle Perennial Postage die shape. I had to die-cut a larger rectangle twice to get this size. It was pretty easy and I share how in the video below.

We textured the Lost Lagoon layer with the Wave 3D embossing folder and the curvy leaf dies are from the Label Me Grateful dies seen here. I love them! The inside greeting is from the With You in Mind stamp set.

It’s an easy fold that shows off the inside of the card and the designer paper we added. This DSP is the Subtles 6″ designer paper which has some great patterns.

I really enjoyed playing with this fun stamp set. I’ll share another project from the video tomorrow. See the Happy Place set here.

I created a free project sheet for you with measurements, photos, directions and a supply list with links. Click on this link to print or download it.

Below is the video tutorial for this card and one more. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel while you’re there!

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Newest 5 sheet wonder with Positive Thoughts

February 13, 2020

I knew the Positive Thoughts stamp set would be perfect for a one sheet wonder but it's even better with my 5 Sheet Wonder!

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What is a 5 sheet wonder? See the templates above the cards here? Those are the 5 pre-measured templates you use for the layers on each of the cards. Absolutely no measuring here; just cut on the printed lines! My husband and I have created multiple 'wonders' with printed layers to make card making easy. See them all here.

The neutral 'one sheet wonder' template is what you stamp on, creating your own patterned paper. First you'll print the template on it then flip it over to stamp on. The other 4 templates are colored 'layers' for your cards. Cut on the printed lines for perfect layers!

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I'm offering this class locally and as a kit to go or just the pdf tutorial for anyone else who cannot attend.

Local class is Tuesday, February 25th at 6 pm. Cost is $20 and includes the 10 cards with envelopes and the pdf tutorial. RSVP by Feb 23rd.

The kit to go includes the printed templates, 10 card bases and assorted ribbons. It does not include punched greetings or rhinestones. Cost is $20 plus $8.50 for Priority Shipping. Email me by February 25th at lagreff60@gmail.com to order. Combine it with my February Fun-fold cards kit to go for discounted shipping.

The pdf tutorial is always available at my Tutorial shop here.

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Four February Specials just for you besides Sale-a-Braton

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    1. Earn a ticket in the drawing for each $25 you order online in February for a free Little Ladybug stamp set!

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2. All online orders will receive a free pdf cards tutorial in an email.

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3. And if your order is over $55 you'll get a free package of Champagne Rhinestones too!

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February Host Code is 4CQKPWRV

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4. Choose a FREE stamp set of any value when you purchase the Starter kit during Sale-a-Bration; of any value! Plus you'll get a free paper trimmer and a 6 X 6 sampler of new Designer Paper! It's just $99 plus tax; shipping is free! It's a $200 value! Click here to join my awesome Flowerbug's Team!

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Pleased as Punch; another fun fold card with optional pocket

February 12, 2020
I am loving the spring-like Pleased as Punch designer paper; it's available now while supplies last! See it here. I highly suspect this paper will run out before the end of March. I have no inside information but it's happened before and if you really want it; don't wait! click here to get yours.

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I knew I wanted to make the focus of this card a square shape so I could add four pieces of the Designer Paper on the front with the greeting on top. So I had to figure out a way for the side to be separate. I rarely make square cards so this was my compromise.

I adhered the side flap to the card base just at the outside edges to form a pocket. This is for either money or a gift card.

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Details:
- Front greeting is Seriously the Best stamp set. I cut apart the 'Hello Friend' greeting so I could ink it up separately.
- Inside stamps and front flowers are from the Thoughtful Blooms set; free during our Sale-a-Bration promotion.
- Flower punch is the Small Bloom punch; free during Sale-a-Bration.
- Front stitched die-cut is from the Stitched So Sweetly dies
Measurements:
- Mango Melody card base – 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4". I cut up to the score line at 1 1/4" on the outside edge. The extra piece is textured with the Coastal Weave embossing folder. It measures 7/8" X 4"
- White – 4" square
- Balmy Blue 1" X 5"
If you like this unique designer paper check out my Pleased as Punch Fun Fold card kit to go here. There are just 4 days left to opt in on it.

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Four February Specials just for you besides Sale-a-Braton

and the Product Coordination Release!

1. Earn a ticket in the drawing for each $25 you order online in February for a free Little Ladybug stamp set!

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2. All online orders will receive a free pdf cards tutorial in an email.

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3. And if your order is over $55 you'll get a free package of Champagne Rhinestones too!

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Power of Hope meets Peacock Foil

February 11, 2020
For our February Flowerbug's Team swap we chose to do a swap featuring Sale-a-Bration cards. They are all fantastic! Over the top wonderful. I cannot wait to share them all with you.

Here's the one I made using the Power of Hope bundle seen here. It's one of the free items you receive with purchase during our Sale-a-Bration promotion from now through March 31st; or while supplies last. I do suspect this will sell out before March is over.

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I textured the Noble Peacock Foil (seen here) with the Stone embossing folder from this bundle. Adding texture to this pretty foil brings it over the top! I also added a layer of vellum and a few flags of Peacock foil. It comes in 6 single-sided sheets of 12 X 12" foil paper. 2 each of 3 colors: Blueberry Bushel, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock. There are Noble Peacock rhinestones that match this paper perfectly.

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Measurements:
- White card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2", White stamped layer 2 1/2" X 3 3/4"
- Vellum 2 3/4" X 4"
- Foil paper 2 1/2" X 4 3/4" plus two 3/8" strips
- Black 4" X 5 1/4"
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Coordination Product Release – While supplies last!

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Four February Specials besides Sale-a-Braton

and the Product Coordination Release!

1. Earn a ticket in the drawing for each $25 you order online in February for a free Little Ladybug stamp set!

Order online here

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2. All online orders will receive a free pdf cards tutorial in an email.

Save

3. And if your order is over $55 you'll get a free package of Champagne Rhinestones too!

Save

February Host Code is 4CQKPWRV

Order online here

4. Choose any FREE stamp set when you purchase the Starter kit during Sale-a-Bration; of any value! Plus you'll get a free paper trimmer and a 6 X 6 sampler of new Designer Paper! It's just $99 plus tax; shipping is free! Click here to join my awesome Flowerbug's Team!

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