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Coloring Techniques with the Pretty Flowers Embossing folder! With video!


Have you ever added color/ink directly onto your embossing folder?  It's actually fun and the results can be amazing!  I shared three different techniques on my weekly FB Live Tuesday.  Here's a link to it on my FB page or on YouTube here.  Or scroll below to see it here.  

This first card is done by coloring on your folder with markers.  These are regular water-based markers; not Blends.  I share tips for success on this technique in the video.  

Each card features the stamp set Create with Friends seen here.  I love this set! The embossing folder is called Pretty Flowers; it's my free gift for online orders over $50 in June! *see it here

I chose to use Soft Succulent on both cards adding Pale Papaya on the left and Fresh Freesia on the right.  Love our newest In Colors!!!  The greeting layer is from the Tasteful Label dies. 

Next is a sponging technique.  I embossed the White CS with the folder in the die-cutting machine first.  Then used sponge daubers to color the White CS.  I highly recommend you use pastel colors for this for the best results. It's much more forgiving! 

I used the Poppy dies for the greeting layer. 

And the last technique is to add ink directly onto the folder itself; before you run it through.  Press your ink pad lightly to the side of the folder you want inked.  Do this lightly to avoid getting ink in the recesses of the folder.  Again; watch my video for more tips! 

The pretty die-cut for the greeting is from the Potted Succulent dies seen here.  

*Below is the video with lots of specific tips on being successful with these techniques. Click on it to watch.

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Use this host code if your order is under $150. If it's over you'll still get the embossing folder but you'll also earn host benefits! Better yet, choose the Starter Kit and choose $125 in product and FREE Shipping as well!  Click here!

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


    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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    Earn FREE products with your Stampin' Up! purchase during

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    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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  • 3 ways to use the Layered Floral on one card!


    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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    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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  • Stunning cards in the Lovely Lavender card kit to go!


    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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    February Specials: 

    Earn FREE products with your Stampin' Up! purchase during

    Sale-a-Bration! *click here

    *current host code link:  M7NAN4HT

    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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    Get a free Gold Foiled cards & envelopes kit

    with an online order over $55 in February

    All online orders in February will receive this free tutorial with 8 projects!

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