Designer Paper ideas – Flowerbugs Inkspot

Springtime Scenes card with video & free project sheet

March 23, 2026

I shared this card last week with a video and a free project sheet. Think of using any designer paper you own. It’s a great layout!

I chose the Easter Joy Specialty paper inspired me with the color theme. Shy Shamrock with Balmy Blue & White. Unusual but it sure works!

It’s a simple ‘fold back’ fun fold where you add one extra score line at 2 3/4″ to this 11″ X 4 1/4″ card base. Of course it’s scored in half at 5 1/2″ as well. I cut the Balmy Blue layer to perfectly layer onto the inside White. It gives the illusion of multiple layers.

That pretty die-cut leaf is from the Pleasant Patterns specialty paper seen here. For my stamps & the leaf die I used the Springtime Scenes bundle seen here. I love this set with the neat dies and stamps.

Here’s the free project sheet for this card. Click here to print or download it.

If you’d like to see how to assemble this card please watch the video below. And don’t forget to follow me on my YouTube Channel here.

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Pretty cards in the Poetic Expressions card kit to go or PDF tutorial

February 8, 2024
I chose to feature the Poetic Expressions designer paper for my February card kit to go because of it's soft & pretty patterns.

Just beautiful & fresh color combos & layouts here. There are 5 sets of cards for a total of 10 in this kit to go; all featuring the pretty Poetic Expressions designer paper. A few are fancy fold layouts.

This kit includes the following:
- All pre-cut card elements, die-cuts and punched pieces
- 1/2 pkg Poetic Expressions designer series paper (6" X 12")
- a share of the Adhesive-backed In Color dots
- a share of Natural Wavy trim
- the PDF tutorial with photos, measurements, step by step instructions and a supplies list.
You will use a paper trimmer to cut your new designer paper, stamp your greetings and assemble! You'll enjoy stress free crafting with my kits to go and have leftover product & card ideas to make more!

The 10 cards & extra product is $28 plus shipping; see it here. The PDF tutorial is $15 and can be seen here.

I used the Thoughtful Expressions, Filled with Happiness & Wild Fern stamp sets but you can substitute any greetings you already own. However if you'd like the Thoughtful Expressions bundle you can add it on with an extra 10% off and earn a free Sale-a-Bration choice! *or add on any product valued over $30 and receive a free SAB choice. Contact me here.

This is the kit my subscribers will receive. If you'd like to receive a pre-cut cards kit (with extra products to make more) each month click here. It's $28 plus shipping and subscribers receive bonus products every few months.

*Reserve your kit by February 16th. This kit is mailed out at the end of February via Priority mail. The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment. Please check your junk folder

Each month I offer two new kits. I also have quite a few extras in my shop. See them all here. Save on shipping and order more than one!

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3 ways to use the Layered Floral on one card!

February 7, 2024
I shared this pretty textured card on last week's FB live video:

The textured card stock is Fresh Freesia. I used a Blending Brush with Blackberry Bliss ink to highlight the gorgeous texture. The Layered Floral 3D embossing folder is amazing; it has super deep texture!

I made a second card during the video with another rich color combination of Night of Navy with Boho Blue. Note the different ways I added vellum to these two cards.

Also note the pretty texture added to the envelope flap; why don't we do this more often!?

Here are the 3 ways I featured this pretty Layered Floral 3D embossing folder:
1. Textured, then added ink with a Blending Brush.
2. I textured the envelope flap and add a very light ink, again with a Blending Brush.
3. Cut out a large flower from a separate piece of textured card stock; and I punched a smaller flower using the Petal Park Builder punch – yes it coordinates!!
Products used here:
- Layered Floral 3D embossing folder; seen here
- Deckled Circle dies seen here
- Vellum card stock
- Cheerful Daisy dies
- Heartfelt Hellos stamp set from Sale-a-Bration catalog seen here; free with a $50 order
Which is your favorite?

Click on this link to download the free project sheet: Download Layered Floral & Perennial Postage cards

You can see the video below. I share another way to use this beautiful folder too!

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Stunning cards in the Lovely Lavender card kit to go!

February 6, 2024
I love these gorgeous cards so much! They have lots of details & elements but they're still quick to create!

This card kit includes 12 cards; you'll make 4 each of 3 card designs. It's based on the Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin refill kit but I've added an extra 4 cards, changed them up and added on extra product to jazz them up.

The kit includes the following:
- 12 card bases, greeting labels & die-cut elements for the 12 cards
- a share of Fine Shimmer Purple gems
- a share of Paper Butterfly Accents
- 12 envelopes
- The PDF tutorial with photos & step by step directions
This kit does not include stamps or inks. You'll need greetings, purple ink & adhesives to complete the cards. I used the Charming Sentiments set.

Click here to reserve your kit for $28 plus shipping.

I have a limited supply of these kits; do not wait long to reserve yours! The kits will be mailed out at the end of February. The PDF tutorial will be sent via email immediately after payment. Check your junk folder.

I have 6 other pre-cut card kits & 1 scrapbook kit available in my shop right now. Save on shipping and order more than one!

Here's a photo of the other new February kit or tutorial I'm offering.

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