Tools & Techniques – Flowerbugs Inkspot

New Product share & video tutorial on how to create sky through aspen trees

January 5, 2026

Last week I shared a video highlighting the new products I pre-ordered from both the 2026 Spring catalog and the newest Online Exclusives. I also shared some swaps using new products including this one I made:

This was made with a new stamp set called Aspen Grove. You might know I have a love for tree and leaf stamp sets so this was a definite ‘yes’ on my list. I made over 20 of these for my swap! But I like making multiples of cards I love.

I chose Old Olive, Black and Balmy Blue as my colors here. I knew I wanted a blue sky between the tree limbs so I had to figure out a way to do that. Mmm…..

Here’s what I did: I stamped the three tree limbs on a post it not and fussy cut around and between them. I then stamped on my White card stock and placed the post it note over the stamped image. Now I can add Balmy Blue ink over it all. Tip: I did add a bit more adhesive on the post it note but the best thing would be to use a post it note that is sticky all over (found at the office stores).

After I added the blue sky with a blending brush I stamped the tree leaves repeatedly at the top using Old Olive ink, stamping in both 1st & 2nd generation inks (stamping off once).
The greeting is from a new stamp set called Prayers & Promises.

Here’s the free project sheet you can download or print. Click here.

As you can see below the images in this set are mostly tree limbs and leaves. It’s what I like to call a ‘builder’ set where you can create your own scenes.

Did you spy the new embossing folder called Lovely Stripes? I placed it in the folder on the angle to add more interest. This folder and the stamp set will be available starting tomorrow – Tuesday, January 6th! Click here to shop.

Below is the video tutorial for this card and the new product shares too. I hope you watch! Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel here.

Bonus days are here!

Get this free PDF with all online orders in January!

The 2026 Spring Catalog is live!

January’s Product of the Month
Fabulous Sayings set
Get it for $5 with any $75 purchase

Check out the newest Kits in our Kit Collection here.

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Gorgeous Gallery Blooms card with video tutorial & free project sheet

June 16, 2025

I shared this beautiful card on last week's video. It features the Gallery Blooms bundle in our 2025-26 Annual Catalog.

My colors include Fresh Freesia, Secret Sea and White. The die-cuts here include the frame and the flower. The greeting is die-cut with the More Messages die.

I did texture the largest White layer with the Damask Designs folder; which is included in the Beautiful Gallery Suite seen here. All of these items are included in the Suite BOGO sale this month. Buy any Suite item and get the second at half off. What a great deal; especially if you buy either two suites or two bundles. See all of the Suite products here.

This Gallery Blooms bundle comes with the stamp set seen above and the coordinating dies. See it here.

I created a free project sheet for this card. Click on the following link to print or download it. Download Gallery Blooms Framed flower

Below is the video tutorial for this card and another. I hope you'll watch it; and subscribe to my YouTube Channel!

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June Specials:

The Suite Sale is on!

Buy one get 50% the second item – on all available suite products.

Shop here or see products below:

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Last Chance List has been updated! see it all here. Don't miss out on the deals!

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Earn free card kits in June with online orders! Get 4 kits with a $50 order and orders over $80 receive all 6 cards. All you need are greetings, gems and adhesives to assemble.

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Get my Celebratory Sips PDF tutorial free with any online order in June!

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The Arches dies are back in stock! An Arched Wishes easy card idea in a fresh color combo

June 13, 2025

I created this cute card for a Demo swap I participated in.

The Arched Wishes stamp set coordinates with the Arches dies which are back in stock. See the stamp set here and the Arches dies here.

My colors include Petunia Pop with Summer Splash and the new Secret Sea. I love them together!

This stamp set is super fun and includes great celebration images.

Do you see how it's a bit of a fun fold? Basically the Secret Sea back is 4 1/4" X 5 1/4" and the Petunia Pop is 4" X 10 1/2" and the card layer that flips up. Score it at 5 1/4" and add to the larger layer.

Technique Tip: If you're wondering how I colored the cupcake I used designer series paper for both the liner and the frosting. This is called paper piecing – where you stamp the image onto DSP and fussy cut it out.

Check out the confetti on the frosting. I used the Loose Shaker elements seen here. Simply add a tiny dot of liquid glue and drop the sparkle on top!

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June Specials:

The Suite Sale is on!

Buy one get 50% the second item – on all available suite products.

Shop here or see products below:

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Last Chance List has been updated! see it all here. Don't miss out on the deals!

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Earn free card kits in June with online orders! Get 4 kits with a $50 order and orders over $80 receive all 6 cards. All you need are greetings, gems and adhesives to assemble.

Order here

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Painted Petals & Daisy Daydream 12 card kits to go; limited supply

June 12, 2025

I created these two card kits with Paper Pumpkin refill kits. I changed them up and added more cards too.

If you missed receiving these beautiful card kits, now's your chance to get one!

First I'll share the gorgeous Painted Petals kit:

You'll receive the original kit plus extra card stock, ribbon and layers needed to make all 12 cards including 12 envelopes.

The PDF tutorial includes step by step directions, photos, measurements & a supplies list. This is sent via email immediately after purchase. Check your spam or junk folder.

It costs $28 plus shipping. *The pre-cut kit is sent to you at the end of June. Reserve yours here.

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Next is the stunning Daisy Daydream card kit; also including 12 beautiful floral cards & envelopes:

You'll receive the original kit plus extra card stock, gems, ribbon and layers needed to make all 12 cards including 12 envelopes.

The tutorial includes step by step directions, photos, measurements & a supplies list. The PDF tutorial is sent via email immediately after purchase. Check your spam or junk folder.

It is $31 plus shipping, which can be combined when you order more than one kit. *The kit to go is sent at the end of June. I have a very limited supply of this one. Reserve yours here.

See all of my kits & tutorials here.

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June Specials:

The Suite Sale is on!

Buy one get 50% the second item – on all available suite products.

Shop here or see products below:

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Last Chance List has been updated! see it all here. Don't miss out on the deals!

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Earn free card kits in June with online orders! Get 4 kits with a $50 order and orders over $80 receive all 6 cards. All you need are greetings, gems and adhesives to assemble.

Order here

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Get my Celebratory Sips PDF tutorial free with any online order in June!

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