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Card ideas for the Box & Cards; free project sheet with video tutorial

I shared this beautiful box with cards on yesterday’s blog post. You’ll see it in the video and project sheet below too. Today I’ll focus on the cards included in the pretty box.

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The featured products include the Lovely Blossoms suite. This card box can fit up to 6 cards with envelopes inside. It’s super easy to make too! It’s included in the free project sheet seen below.

For these cards I used the Lovely Arrangements bundle seen here. And the Lovely Blossoms designer series paper seen here.

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This first card is a fun fold card; quite unique!

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It doesn’t look much different from the front. The colors include Cloud Cover, Secret Sea, Old Olive & White. Here’s a photo of it open:

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The White inside layer has two extra folds in it. There’s a narrow flap adhered to the card front that let’s it open in an unusual way. The measurements are in the free project sheet below.

This next card is deceptively simple; but I added a simple trick to layering the DSP on the front:

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The main image is from the Lovely Blossoms DSP. This DSP includes multiple printed elements perfect to make the focus of the card. It’s the printed Olive DSP under it I want to call your attention to. Both pieces measure 3″ X 4″. I cut the Olive DSP in half on the diagonal and added that as a layer to the flower layer. Quick and easy but unique. Instead of the traditional even layers this adds interest to your card.

Lastly is a card that shows off a special die-cut in the Lovely Arrangements bundle:

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It’s Petal Pink with Secret Sea and White. That multiple circles die is so cool! It truly adds some playfulness to the card. The greeting is stamped on a circle die-cut from the Spotlight on Nature dies seen here.

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My free project sheet includes these 3 cards plus the template and instructions for the card box as well. Click here to download or print it.

Below is the video tutorial for the box and tips on assembling the fun fold card at the top. Don’t forget to follow me on my YouTube Channel here or my Facebook Page here.

April Specials:

Check out the Last Chance list here; these items go fast!

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Product of the Month is the Eyelet Blooms dies

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*Get a free 12 project tutorial when you redeem this POM from me!

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Free PDF tutorial featuring the Delicate Whispers suite!

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• Use the Double Wonder Template to make 11 quick cards! Join me Thursday night!

  April 29, 2020

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  Do you ever planned a stamping session focusing on just a few products? It's easy to get overwhelmed with everything you own.  Using this method is actually quite liberating and fuels the creative process.  I've started doing that more and more often especially when planning my card kits to go.  I pick Stampin' Up! products from the same suite and choose some sketches or layouts for card ideas.  the process is so enjoyable this way!  

  Lately I've been seeing groups of cards using the Double Wonder template and had to try it.  It was originally designed by Shannon West from Stampin' Up!  It's so clever!! You start out with 2 pieces of 6" X 12" designer paper and using the pieces you can quickly have 11 finished cards!

  Look at these! I'll be making these cards Live tomorrow night at 7 pm CT. Join me either here on FB or on Zoom.  

  
  
  
  
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  Here are the steps: 

  1. Pick out 2 different sheets of 6 X 12" designer paper and 11 card bases.  Make sure you have some ribbons or embellishments to match.  
  2. Use the template below to cut your designer paper; cutting both at once. 
  3. Grab some scraps of White and coordinating colors for punches/greetings. 
  4. Cut 4 pieces of layering card stock at 3 1/4" X 5" and one 3 3/4" square for the bonus card. (I used White)
  5. Choose a stamp set & ink to coordinate. 
  6. Or use the new Share Sunshine Covid-19 digital download like I did for my greetings. No stamping needed!  You can purchase that here. https://covid19.stampinup.com/products/giving-back-us-ca Price: $12.00 USD
  7. Come back here tomorrow night so we can stamp together.
  8. Or use this link to join via Zoom. *see tips on zoom meetings below  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88215870191

  I chose to use the new Ornate Garden designer paper for my cards.  Anything goes but a non directional design is best; try not to choose a paper that needs to be north and south.  

  
  

  
  
  
  
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  Below is the template but click here to download the Double Wonder Designer Paper cards & template 

  
  
  
  
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  Zoom meeting tips:

  1. You will need access to a camera and/or microphone to participate.
  2. You may need to download Zoom to join; depending on the device you are using. It's free!  
  3. You will be muted when you join to prevent a lot of background noises. 
  4. If you'd like to speak you can un-mute yourself you can do so; or press the spacebar. 

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  Online orders please use this host code for April:

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  If the order is over $55 you'll get a free Simple Shammy cleaner from me! 

  Check out the retiring products below; while supplies last!

  
  
  
  
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• Fast & Easy Men’s cards; a kit to go option while supplies last

  April 29, 2020

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  Let's face it, most of us are drawn to either cute or floral stamps.  So when it comes to cards for men we struggle!  But our men need cards too, right? I can certainly help you build your stash of masculine cards. Look at these: 

  
  
  
  
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  Stock up on men's cards the fast & easy way; with this fabulous kit to go! No stamping needed!  You'll love making them with my step by step directions and the products included in the kit. 

  I have a limited number of these kits available now; much of this product is retiring. 

  There are 12 cards with envelopes in this kit!   You'll receive 1/2 pkg of Come Sail Away Memories & More cards pack and Memories & More cards and envelopes plus a pre-cut kit needed to complete your cards.  It also includes one package of Basic Brads, two spools of twine (Navy & Navy/Sahara Sand) and a few Sail Away trinkets. 

  You will need a few inks (Balmy Blue, Night of Navy & Yellow) for sponging along with mini glue dots, dimensionals and liquid adhesive. 

  The written tutorial is included and will be emailed directly upon payment.  The cards kit will be mailed out at the end of May. 

  There are two choices here; one includes product and pre-cut pieces shipped to you and the other is a pdf tutorial that is emailed to you.  Purchase using the links below.  

  **If you want BOTH of my May card kits to go please email or message me for a combined shipping price.  See the Quick & Cute May cards here. You can see them both on the links below. 

  
  
  
  
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  Click here to purchase the products & pre-cut kit.  Or click here to purchase the pdf tutorial.  

  Here are a few of my favorite cards: 

  
  
  
  
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  If the order is over $55 you'll get a free Simple Shammy cleaner from me! 

  Click below to see all of the retiring products while supplies last. 

  
  
  
  
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• Covid-19 Giveback; a timely digital stamp set you can use today!!!!

  April 28, 2020

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  Stampin’ Up! is committed to making a difference in our global communities and caring about people first. As part of our Making a Difference program we’re offering a product giveback opportunity to support organizations that are helping COVID-19 frontline responders and communities vulnerable to the pandemic.

  You can purchase the Share Sunshine PDF Download and we will donate 100% of the proceeds to COVID-19 efforts.

  The Share Sunshine PDF Download is a digital stamp set that’s packed with both lighthearted and heartfelt sentiments and imagery relevant to the unique COVID-19 and social distancing situation we’re currently experiencing–including many ideas that came from you and your customers! You can use the download in your cardmaking and papercrafting projects. Simply print the imagery on cardstock and cut it out using our Paper Trimmer, punches, or dies. Since we are physically distanced from each other, now is a perfect time to share sunshine with our friends and family by sending cards!

  Let’s work together to make a difference! Here are some tips to consider:

  • Use the lighthearted and heartfelt sentiments to brighten someone’s day–friends, family, neighbors, and even strangers! 
  • You can start crafting with the PDF download right away–with no shipping costs or delays!
  • Share your projects on social media and tag them with #sharesunshine.

  Product: Share Sunshine PDF Download. Buy it here!

  Price: $12.00 USD

  Dates: April 28 – June 2, 2020 or later; if the offer period extends beyond June 2

  
  
  
  
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