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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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  • Beautiful Fancy Phrases cards with video!


    I made this pretty card on Facebook Live last week.  It's cased from Marelle Taylor. It's close to a Black & White with a pop of color; a real favorite of mine. 

    It features the lovely Fancy Phrases stamp set.  If you like flowers and like to color you'll love it! 

    The scalloped die on the side is from the Painted Poppies dies.  The punches are the Label Me Fancy & Timeless Label. They layer wonderfully! 

    Other products: Everyday Label punch to achieve the notched corners, Blends markers in Magenta Madness, Just Jade, Daffodil Delight and the Polka Dot Tulle ribbon.

    Measurements: 

    • White card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2", front panel is 3" X 4" plus scraps for punch & die-cuts
    • Black is 3" X 4 5/8" 

    I also made a pretty Origami fold card with the Flowers for Every Season paper pack.. Here's a link to the video on Facebook or click below to watch. 

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    Bonus Days are here!

     
    For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!  

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    Current Host code is JFPDBTBY

    Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60. 

    If you have trouble telling which color is which, this is what you need! 

    Order online here

     Get my Tasteful Touches pdf tutorial free with any online order in July


    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

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  • Just a few days left both kits to go!!


    There is just a few days left to get the striking Artistry Blooms cards kit to go!  They are gorgeous!  

    Here are two of the fun fold cards included among the 5 different designs.  

    I used the Happiest of Birthdays stamp set on most of the cards in the kit.   

    There are so many colors in the Artistry Blooms DSP and they're perfect for all styles of stampers.  

    I created 5 cards and made two of each for a total of 10 eye catching cards including two unique fun-fold designs. Here's how my kits to go work:

    • Opt in to get yours by July 20th here.
    • Choose to add on the optional stamp set (click here) that I used.
    • I will order the products, prep the kits and mail them out to you via Priority mail at the end of July.
    • You'll receive the pdf tutorial via email.

    The kit includes $20 in Stampin' Up! products:

    • 1/2 pkg. of Artistry Blooms designer paper (6" X 12")
    • 1/2" pkg Rainbow Glimmer paper (two pieces at 6" X 12")
    • 1 pkg. Artistry Blooms adhesive backed sequins
    • a share of White Crinkled Seam Binding ribbon
    • The 10 pre-cut card pieces including die-cuts and punched pieces
    • a pdf tutorial with photos, directions, measurements & supplies list

    With tax & shipping you're getting the pre-cut kit for just $4.00!

    Be sure to opt in for this kit by July 20th!  

    • click here to order the kit to go mentioned above
    • click here to order the kit to go with the accitional Happiest of Birthday's stamp set 
    • Click here to order the pdf tutorial only

    The second kit option available in July is the Four Seasons Floral kit.  This is a 12 cards kit (2 full size and 10 note cards) with envelopes plus product. 
     
    It includes the Four Seasons Floral stamp set, two ink spots and a share of clear rhinestones.  
     
     
    All you need to complete the kit is adhesive, a clear block and optional sponges. No need to cut or prep anything either! It's all done for you. 
    I'll send you the tutorial with photos and directions.  
     
    This kit is perfect for stamping on vacation, with the kids or for yourself!
    • click here to get the Four Seasons Floral card kit; a quick & easy cards kit. 
    • *If you want both July kits, email me at lagreff60@gmail.com for a combined shipping price.

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    Bonus Days are here!

     
    For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!  

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    Current Host code is 3MFE2KKP

    Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60. 

    If you have trouble telling which color is which, this is what you need! 

    Order online here

     Get my Tasteful Touches pdf tutorial free with any online order in July


    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

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    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  • 3 cards with my ‘Life is Beautiful’ MDA stamp set!


    You may have spied my stamp set in a previous post, but I haven't shared much yet!  You can be sure I will be posting quite a few projects with it.

    If you didn't know, it's a stamp set I helped create as a perk of achieving a Million Dollars in sales in my career with Stampin' Up!  It's so cool to have my name posted under the stamp set in the upcoming 2020 August – December Stampin' Up! catalog! 

    I shared three technique cards using the Life is Beautiful stamp set on FB live last week.   I did upload it to YouTube so everyone can watch. *see below 

    The top left card is created by stamping and heat embossing the leaves with White embossing powder.  Then coloring over with Blends alcohol markers.  Such a cool effect and actually fun to color too.  The dark card stock covers most mistakes if you go off the image a bit. 

    The colors are Bermuda Bay, Black and Mango Melody.  The pretty label tags are die-cuts from the Tasteful Labels dies seen here. 

    I wanted to have a play with a rainbow style card using the distinktive dots in the set.  

    I used Gorgeous Grape, Poppy Parade, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Bermuda Bay and Pacific Point here.  The greeting is from another MDA set called Ridiculously Awesome. 

    Next is a simple baby wipe technique.  

    I stamped the tree twice to create a wider trunk and more branches.  The colors here are Coastal Cabana, Soft Suede with Granny Apple Green and Pretty Peacock dots. 

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    Bonus Days are here!

     
    For every $50 you spend in July you'll receive a $5 coupon to redeem in August!  

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    Current Host code is 3MFE2KKP

    Get a free 2020 card stock sampler with online orders over $60. 

    If you have trouble telling which color is which, this is what you need! 

    Order online here

     Get my Tasteful Touches pdf tutorial free with any online order in July


    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *



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