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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Seriously the Best Cards with Golden Honey Folio gift pouch & video

February 10, 2020
I made this gorgeous cards & folio pouch project two weeks ago on Facebook Live. Join me each Tuesday at 11 am CT. Follow my FB page here.

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I chose to use the Golden Honey Specialty Designer Paper for my color inspiration. It's Black, White with Gold foil accents. Measurements and details are below.

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As you can see I made a few cards with just black, white and gold. Then I added color on the other with Melon Mambo & used just the black and white DSP. You can add any of your favorite colors to this pretty paper; Black and White is just the beginning!

Here are the measurements for the folio pouch and cards.
- Folio is 8 1/2" X 11". Score on the long side at 5 1/4" and 5 3/4". Score on the short side at 6 1/2".
- DSP on the front is 4 1/2" X 5 3/4" and the white layer is 4 5/8" X 6"
- Cards measure 4 1/4" X 9"; scored at 5 1/2". DSP is 3 1/4" X 4" and 1 7/8" X 4".
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Here's the Melon Mambo version of this folio:

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The little leaves and butterfly are from the Nature's Thoughts dies seen here.

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Products are pictured at the end of this post.

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

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Positive Thoughts; This or That?

February 7, 2020

I made two versions of this card; one for a swap and another for a card class. Which do you prefer?

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Purple Posy on the left and Petal Pink on the right.

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Both card bases are Gray Granite. See the Positive Thoughts stamp set here. And the coordinating Nature's Thoughts dies here. Buy both and earn a free Sale-a-Bration choice with your $50 order!

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I did have trouble getting a good photo of the actual colors on this one. I added Petal Pink/Champagne ribbon and Champagne rhinestones to this one. I cannot resist adding these when I can. They're beautiful!

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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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February Host Code is 4CQKPWRV

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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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Pleased as Punch Cards kit to go; bright and springy!

February 6, 2020
For February I chose to feature the new Pleased as Punch designer paper for my cards kit to go. It's bright and springy and coordinates with 4 of our newest punches! The Tulip, Umbrella, Heart Punch pack and new Blossom punches are the four.

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I absolutely love these cards! All of the 5 designs are unique fun fold cards which are always a delight to create and fun for the recipient. Here's a photo of the Pleased as Punch designer paper; available now!

*You do not need to own the punches to complete these cards. They are easy to fussy cut!

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I used the following inks: Gorgeous Grape, Balmy Blue and Calypso Coral.
This kit to go includes $20 in actual product (before tax & shipping). You're getting the 10 cards kit for just $5.35!

*If you like pre-cut cards you will LOVE my monthly kits to go!

I added the Under My Umbrella bundle for most of my images and greetings. It has wonderful greetings that coordinate perfectly with the umbrella images.

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The cards kit to go includes the following:
- a pre-cut cards kit for 10 fancy fold cards; including die-cuts and many punched pieces
- Free pdf instructions with photos, measurements (to make more), step by step instructions and a supplies list
- 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Pleased as Punch Designer Series Paper
- 1 full package of the Gingham Gala adhesive-backed rhinestones
- 1 full spool of 5/8" White polka dot tulle ribbon
**You have through February 16th to RSVP for this kit. It's $29 for locals and $36 for long distance and includes Priority Shipping.

If you'd like to add on the Under My Umbrella bundle (above) please let me know. If you do add it on, (or anything else of $30 or more) I will combine shipping AND you get a free Sale-a-Bration choice! See the free items here.

*I am also offering it as a local class this month on February 29th at 10 am at the church. Please RSVP by the 16th to attend.
***Be sure to RSVP by the 16th to get your kit!

It's just $29 for locals and $36 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out at the end of February and the pdf tutorial is emailed.

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*You are subscribing to my monthly card kits but can cancel at any time.

*I can also send you a PayPal invoice for this month's kit. Email me at lagreff60@gmail.com

If you're interested in purchasing only the tutorial it is $15. You can see it here on my Tutorial Shop.
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