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See lots of Fancy fold cards with the Control Freaks Blog Hop!


It's been awhile since I joined the Control Freaks Blog Hop!  The fun theme of Fancy Folds is right up my alley. 

You may have joined us from Melissa's blog; make sure to click on the icon at the end of each post to see every fancy fold card. 

I'm excited to share this fabulous 'Pop-Up Window Frame' card; it has so much dimension! 

It featuring the Adorable Owls stamp set from our Sale-a-Bration promotion.  It's free with any $50 Stampin' Up! purchase in January & February of 2023.  

The designer paper is the Country Gingham 6 X 6" from the Spring catalog.  The card colors include Night of Navy, Sweet Sorbet & Balmy Blue.  The layered frame is raised about 1/2" from the card base and is supported by two long boxes made of Designer Paper.  

Isn't that cool?  These boxes can lay down so the entire upper panel folds flat for mailing.  Love that!!  

Of course to create the neat window frame you will need the Stitched Rectangle dies I used 4 of the dies to make this card!  The stitched stars and clouds are die-cuts from the Give it a Whirl diesThe sweet owls are colored in with our Blends markers. 

Measurements: 

  • Navy CS 5 ½” X 8 ½” and stitched die-cut 4 ¾” X 3 3/8” outside size
  • 4” X 5 ¼” DSP, cut with Stitched Rectangles. 3” X 1 7/8” DSP; scored every 3/8”
  • White 3 ½” X 2 ½” inside frame, Inside card is 4 ¾” X 3 ½”

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Next is a neat card I call a 'Vertical Slider'.  It's basically a gatefold card with an element in the center that is either fixed or removeable.  

It features the Adorable Owls stamp set again along with the Dandy Designs designer series paper.  Both are free during oru Sale-a-Bration promotion in January & February 2023.  

I colored the owls with our Blends markers.  Adding the 'Hoot Hoot' by fussy cutting it and adding it around the owl brings a bit of playfulness to the card. 

Measurements:

  • Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 2 1/8" from each end
  • DSP 1 7/8" X 5 1/4" – 2 pieces plus a strip 3/4" X 4" for inside
  • White stitched square 2 3/8"; inside is 4" X 5 1/4" & three 2" circles
  • largest square 2 3/4", middle square 2 5/8"

Here's the inside view: 

There are three 2" circles adhered together to create this sliding element.  Fold two in half and adhere them to the last flat circle.  Be sure to adhere the folded circles to the back of your main element with the flat circle on top; it holds the card closed best this way.  You can see how this is done in the video. 

If you prefer to adhere this center element to your card permanently, just adhere it to the left side of your card front and allow the right flap to 'catch or latch' it closed.  

I'll share the video tomorrow or click here to see it on my YouTube Channel. 

Be sure to keep hopping on to see Debbie's projects and the rest of the Freaks! 

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  • Great way to use the Extraordinary Washi Tape with video


    We made this beautiful card at my February card clubs. It features the Extraordinary Washi Tape from the Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog.

    Aren’t they pretty? And because the washi tape includes two color combinations (all in one roll) I was able to offer two choices of colors. You can see this pretty Washi tape here.

    It also has a stamp & die bundle that matches it perfectly. I used only the single die seen here. What I love about this die is it cuts out all of one huge panel of flowers/leaves all at once! It’s a most amazing product, (well named) and incredible that you get 16 gorgeous flowers cut all at once!

    That neat embossing folder on the large Vanilla is called Beautiful Pattern and can be seen here.

    My colors include Old Olive and Very Vanilla, plus Calypso Coral with Petal Pink and Berry Burst with Fresh Freesia. We wrapped Old Olive twine around the Vanilla layer twice and tied it into a bow to anchor the flowers & greeting.

    The other bundle I used is the Words of Beauty seen here. So many possibilities for greetings in this one.

    A few other dies used here are theTextured Notes dies seen here (which are retiring but unavailable right now) and the Label Me Grateful dies which just retired.

    I also used the ‘With You in Mind’ stamp set for the inside: A thin 1/4″ strip of matching CS finished it off nicely.

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

    I hope you watch the video below to get the tips on using these products and finishing the card. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel while you’re there!

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    February Specials

    Product of the Month is the new Painted Illusions 12 X 12″ designer paper

    Get the NEW Stampin’ Positioner FREE when you choose the Starter Kit in February! Click here

    Bonus Days – Redeem your coupons in February!

    February’s PDF of the Month!

    Two NEW kits just released here:

    Check out the Last Chance List; new items are added and available

    while supplies last

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  • It’s the last day for Free Shipping!


    Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get Free Shipping and one of our Product of the Month’s (POTM) at the same time! Shop here!

    Once your order reaches the $75 point (before shipping & tax) you get both Free Shipping AND can add a POTM for just $5. There are 3 choices right now – 2 packs of DSP and one stamp set.

    Choose from the True Blue Florals DSP seen here:

    Or the Fabulous Sayings stamp set seen here:

    Or the newest Painted Illusions 12 X 12″ DSP seen here:

    Shop the Last Chance List here for our best deals.

    And don’t forget to check out the Kit Collection here too. Who doesn’t love to have ready to go, all inclusive projects!?

    You’ll also receive a free Tutorial (from the Lovely Blossoms suite) from me for any size order this month!

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  • Many kits are half off and so many more items; get them with FREE shipping now!


    Take advantage of the free shipping promotion this week (Feb 18-20th for orders over $75) and grab this gorgeous scrapbook kit. It’s on the Last Chance list; while supplies last. It’s just $18 for 3 double 12 X 12″ layouts!

    Look what’s included in this kit:

    Product detail

    Make the most of your celebrations with the Wildflower Celebrations Scrapbooking Workshop Kit! This DIY scrapbook kit comes with supplies to make three gorgeous spreads designed with soft pastels, pretty wildflowers, gold foil, and celebrative decorations.

    DETAILS
    – Makes 3 two-page scrapbook spreads
    – Page size: 12″ x 12″
    – Colors: Blueberry Bushel, Old Olive, Peach Pie, Pool Party, Pretty in Pink, Soft Sea Foam
    – Acid free, lignin free

    Kit includes one of each item listed below.
    – Step-by-step instructions
    – 10 sheets of Designer Series Paper
    – 4 sheets of Two-Tone Cardstock
    – 4 sheets of White Willow Cardstock
    – 3 sheets of printed stickers and precut images
    – Photo placeholders

    And here are the suggested layouts:

    There’s also many Christmas kits and a Halloween scrapbook kit on sale too. Plus lots of assorted 2-toned 12 X 12″ card stock too. Check it all out here.

    This beautiful Paper Bouquet kit is also on sale. It was $22 and is now just $8.80! Wouldn’t this brighten up a room?! see it here

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    February Specials

    Product of the Month is the new Painted Illusions 12 X 12″ designer paper

    Get the NEW Stampin’ Positioner FREE when you choose the Starter Kit in February! Click here

    Bonus Days – Redeem your coupons in February!

    February’s PDF of the Month!

    Two NEW kits just released here:

    Check out the Last Chance List; new items are added and available

    while supplies last

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