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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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  • Christmas cards stamp-a-stack class or kit; opt in by November 2nd!


    Tomorrow is the last day to get a free package of Gold & Rose Gold Metallic specialty paper from me with a $50 online order! 

    I have my last Christmas card class (in the stamp a stack series) this Saturday, on November 6th and I'm offering a kit to go as well as the local class.  Class is at 10 am at my home studio. 

    Opt in by November 2nd to get this kit.  There may be some extras but don't count on it!  See it here in my Shop. 

    This kit to go includes 3 each of 4 different cards with envelopes and the PDF tutorial as well.  Everything is pre-cut for you but it does not include stamped images or gems. 

    The kits will be mailed out via Priority mail mid November.  However if you order any other November kits they'll ship out together at the end of the month. 

    I used the Welcoming Woods, Heartfelt Wishes, Snow Wonder & Merry Snowflakes stamps & dies.  You can substitute other stamps or ink that you already own. 

    If you want the PDF tutorial only you can find it here. 

    Or get all 12 of this years Christmas cards in one PDF tutorial at a nice savings here. 


    Heads up! The other November kits to go will include the following:

    • Eden's Garden collection – NEW!
    • Gingerbread & Peppermint DSP – Christmas cards
    • Peaceful Christmas Paper Pumpkin kit with bonus projects

    December's kit to go will include the Peaceful Place DSP & a few more yet to be made. 

     

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  • WOW Christmas card swaps!


    I've been so proud to share my Flowerbug's Team Christmas card swaps the past few days. Here are more beauties for you!

    Roxann made this gorgeous Poinsettia card using Vanilla, Merry Merlot & Gold foil  Absolutely stunning!  

    Tracey made this adorable fireplace stocking card using the Sweet Little Stockings bundle.  

    She used the In Good Taste DSP for the mantle & hearth, white felt & Pattern Party DSP for the stockings. 

    Annette made this pretty card using the Peaceful Place DSP and the Delightful Tag Topper punch to connect the two halves. A beautiful monochrome card in grays & silver. 

    Tammi brought this neat fun fold card.  It was her first swap and she did an amazing job!

    She used the Whimsical Trees stamp set & Whimsy & Wonder DSP in Mint Macaron, Polished Pink & White with the pretty Iridescent snowflakes too.  

    Look how it opens!  The designer paper measures 4" X 10" and is scored at 2", 6" & 8" 

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    Get a free package of Gold & Rose Gold Metallic specialty paper from me with a $50 online order in October! 

    All online orders will receive my October Gingerbread & Peppermint PDF tutorial free! 

     

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  • More fabulous Flowerbug’s Christmas cards


    I shared some of my Team Christmas card swaps yesterday here.  And today there's more beauties; all made with stamps from the 2021 Holiday Stampin' Up! catalog.

    this first card was made by Candy using the Reflected in Nature stamp set & Welcoming Woods.  I LOVE her colors of Navy, Cherry Cobbler, White & Smoky Slate.  A gorgeous card!

    Next is a super neat fun-fold window card made by Candace.  She used the Penguin Place bundle in Navy, Coastal Cabana, White & Black. The penguins are extra special punched from Black glimmer paper. 

    At first glance it looks like a regular card front.  But wait…. look!

    She cut a window on the front using our Stitched Rectangle dies revealing the cute penguin layer inside.  They're actually attached to a second card base inside that flips down. 

    She used the Whimsy dies to add a stitched border to each inside layer. Love this detail. 

    Isn't it cool?!  

    Measurements:

    • Navy card base 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2"
    • Coastal Cabana inside card base 5 1/4" X 8" scored at 4"
    • White pieces 4 3/8" X 2 7/8", Navy layer is also 4 3/8" X 2 7/8" inside

    Barb made this unique card using the Be Jolly stamp set.  Her colors are Misty Moonlight, Red & White.  

    She heat embossed the stars on the front layer with White embossing powder. She also sponged the edge.  She used our Layering Circle dies for her Santa.  But look how it flips open to reveal a greeting!

    Such a fun surprise and it's just a 1/2" flap hidden under the front layers.  So smart! 

    Here's the inside view: 

    I love sharing what my Flowerbug's Team make; they're fabulous stampers! 

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    October Specials

    Host code: EXBDBRGY

    *click here to order

    Get a free package of Gold & Rose Gold Metallic specialty paper from me with a $50 online order in October! 

    All online orders will receive my October Gingerbread & Peppermint PDF tutorial free! 

     

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