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Balloon Festoon surprise slider card with video tutorial

I shared this CUTE card on last week’s Live video. We made it at my May card clubs:

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It features the Balloon Festoon bundle seen here and the Beautiful Ordinary Life designer series paper. Both are in the 2026 May – August catalog by Stampin’ Up! They pair up wonderfully together!

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It might look like a simple fun fold card but look how it opens:

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The inside greeting layer slides out when you open the front of the card. It’s super easy! Watch the video below to see my tips & tricks on this card fold.

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My colors include Pool Party, Crisp Cantaloupe, White & Daffodil Delight. I used the colors in the Beautiful Ordinary Life DSP as a guide.

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Here’s the free project sheet for this card; click here. Feel free to download it to print or save in your files for later.

Below is the video tutorial; I hope you watch it! There’s a second card I share as well; I’ll feature that project in tomorrow’s post.

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• Artistic Dies & sponging; super simple but WOW!

  May 14, 2021

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  I couldn't decide which to use behind the sponged die-cut so I made both White & Black.   You can see that video here from Tuesday's FB live earlier this week.  

  Which one do you prefer? 

  
  
  
  
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  The reviews were mixed.  Most prefer the Black because the colors pop more.  But others liked the White for a softer look. 

  The card bases are Pale Papaya and Polished Pink. The strips are Pear Pizzazz. I used sponge daubers in Pear, Papaya, Fresh Freesia and Polished Pink to add color to the pretty die-cut.  See these dies here and the bundle here.  

  
  
  
  
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  The pretty scalloped die-cut is from the Scalloped Contour dies seen here.  The oval is from the Double Oval punch. 

  
  
  
  
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  Below is the video where I demo'd this card.  Don't forget to follow my FB page here and my YouTube channel here so you won't miss anything!

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  Get $55 in free product with purchase of the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit!  Choose $155 in product of your choice for just $99 and get FREE SHIPPING as well! 

  
  
  
  
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  Earn an extra $25 in free product if your order is over $250!  That means you get $50 in free product!  *combine your order with a friend.

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  *All online orders in May receive a free PDF full of project ideas with 2 new catalog suites! 

  
  
  
  
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• Can you tell which is stamped and which is Designer paper?

  May 13, 2021

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  I made these on FB live this week using the Expressions in Ink suite.  Can you tell which background is stamped and which is Designer Paper?  

  
  
  
  
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  My top favorite suite in the new Annual catalog is the Expressions in Ink.  See it here or on page 96-97.  It's filled with stamps & paper that mimic alcohol ink backgrounds.  Toss in the beautiful gold accents and it's stunning!  

  
  
  
  
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  Here's a close up of the card.  Can you tell if I stamped it or if it's designer paper?  

  
  
  
  
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  Yes; I did stamp it!  These images are so neat!  I can see lots of uses for both the greetings and the faux alcohol ink stamps.  See how in the video below. Mmm; I think I'll try a one sheet wonder with these…..! 

  And look at the leaves die-cuts!  I cut them from In Color Shimmer Vellum & Gold Foil paper.  The tag is from the Tailor Made Tags dies. 

  
  
  
  
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  Here's the FB Live replay video.  Sorry the text isn't flipped so you can read it.  FB changed their settings and the tool icon is gone.  

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  May Specials & Promotions!

  
  
  
  
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  Get $55 in free product with purchase of the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit!  Choose $155 in product of your choice for just $99 and get FREE SHIPPING as well! 

  
  
  
  
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  Earn an extra $25 in free product if your order is over $250!  That means you get $50 in free product!  *combine your order with a friend.

  Get a NEW embellishment from the Annual Catalog with an online order

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  Host code: JDZNQ7PP  Click here to order

  Use this host code if your order is under $150. If it's over you'll still get the jewels but you'll also earn host benefits! Better yet, choose the Starter Kit and get $55 in FREE product and FREE Shipping as well!  Click here!

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• Inspired Thoughts Bundle; a beautiful scene

  May 12, 2021

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  I created this card for an online swap I participated in last month.  I just love it!

  The main 4 trees die-cut can be cut apart which opens a whole world of possibilities! 

  
  
  
  
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  Here's how I made it:

  1. Die-cut the trees and hill using the Inspiring Canopy dies (seen below).  
  2. Cut the 4 trees apart at the bottom connection point. Set aside.
  3. Sponge clouds using Pool Party ink onto the 4" X 5 1/4" Basic White CS.  I used the Basic Border dies (cloud).
  4. Sponge Calypso Coral ink onto the bottom third of this piece. 
  5. Adhere the trees to the edge of each side. 
  6. Add the hill piece; trim off excess from hill and trees. Adhere to the Calypso Coral card base. 
  7. Finish with Genial Gems.  

  You can see the beautiful Inspired Thoughts bundle here.  

  
  
  
  
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  Get $55 in free product with purchase of the Stampin' Up! Starter Kit!  Choose $155 in product of your choice for just $99 and get FREE SHIPPING as well! 

  
  
  
  
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  Earn an extra $25 in free product if your order is over $250!  That means you get $50 in free product!  *combine your order with a friend.

  Get a NEW embellishment from the Annual Catalog with an online order

  over $50 before tax & shipping. 

  Host code: JDZNQ7PP  Click here to order

  Use this host code if your order is under $150. If it's over you'll still get the jewels but you'll also earn host benefits! Better yet, choose the Starter Kit and get $55 in FREE product and FREE Shipping as well!  Click here!

  *All online orders in May receive a free PDF full of project ideas with 2 new catalog suites! 

  
  
  
  
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