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Control Freaks New Catalog Blog Hop


It's time for our monthly Freak's blog hop!!  Our focus today is the new Annual Catalog.  We have lots of amazing projects to share with you using brand new products. 

You may have arrived from Tami's blog; I'm sure you loved her projects!  Or maybe you just started here.  To see all 12 posts be sure to click on the icon at the bottom of each post. 

It's been so fun to play with exciting new products from the 2020 Annual Catalog!  Are you ready for some glitz & shine?

I chose to play with the Forever Gold Laser-cut Specialty Paper today.  It's part of the Forever Greenery suite of products.  You can see it best on page 152 of your annual catalog. It has 6 sheets; 3 each of 2 single sided designs. One side is gold and the other is white which you can color, spritz or sponge.  I chose to use the gold sides for my projects here.  

You can see the details & measurements for each one under the photo. 

I chose to use jewel toned card stock for each card; I think it looks rich & regal with these colors.  The card above is Blackberry Bliss with Very Vanilla.  The pretty golden leafy medallion is all one piece; just punched out from the pack.  I added a 1" X 4 1/4" strip of Vanilla under it and a stamped die cut above with a few metallic pearls.  The stamped image is from Dandelion Wishes and the die is from the Stitched So Sweetly dies. 

This card is Shaded Spruce with Vanilla.  It's hard to see but the large 4" X 5 1/4" vanilla is textured with our Tasteful Textile embossing folder. The greeting is stamped on a die from Tasteful Labels using the Heart to Heart stamp set.

Once I had these pieces adhered I could add the laser cut piece on top. I added a bit of liquid multipurpose adhesive to the edges and a few leaves and it's done!

The laser cut card front pops out so easily from the rest in the sheet. No fussy cutting or die-cutting with these! 

This is probably my favorite one of the three. This laser-cut piece is delicate and leafy; it leaves a perfect area for a greeting in the stitched center. The card is Night of Navy with a 2" strip of the World of Good designer paper across the middle. 

I stamped the 'Always' greeting (Field of Flowers set) on a 1 1/2" X 2 1/4" piece of Very Vanilla card stock and sponged the edge with Misty Moonlight ink.  The 'In My Heart' greeting is embossed with Gold embossing powder on Misty Moonlight card stock and punched out with the Classic Label punch. 

Did you spy the cute little flowers on this card?  They're from the new Confetti Flowers Border punch. Each one has a Metallic pearl on it.  

I hope you enjoyed seeing these pretty cards with the beautiful Forever Gold Laser-cut Specialty Paper.  If you like shine and glitz you'll love it! 

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Thanks for stopping in to see my projects.  Now you're off to see what Cindy has to share.  I know you'll love it; I always do.

 

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  • A Stunning fall card with Gorgeous Garden; with a video tutorial and free project sheet!


    Check out this fabulous, colorful autumn card we made at my September card clubs!  

    We added fall colors to the die-cut using Blending brushes. 

    This die-cut is in the Gorgeous Garden dies seen here.  This is the leaves die and there is also a floral option as shown below. 

    **Check out these other projects featuring these dies – here and here.

    If you're interested in these dies now is a great time to purchase them.  Add on another item or two and you'll qualify to receive a Mystery Box from me!  *see details below

    The card base is Vanilla as well as the die-cut.  Ink colors include: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie and Wild Wheat.

    We started with the two darkest colors – Cherry Cobbler and Old Olive, adding a few splotches of color leaving many open areas for the remaining two colors. I prefer to add the lightest color of Wild Wheat last, so it can fill in any open areas without covering up the previous colors. 

    Watch the video here or scroll down to see it below.  

    The stamps & leaf die-cuts are from the Autumn Leaves bundle seen here.  It's a big favorite of mine this season.  

    The die-cut is almost the entire card front except for a thin edge. I added a strip of Cherry Cobbler to the left side. The greeting is stamped on a Tailored Tags die-cut. The leaves are from both foil and Oxidized Copper papers.  *The Oxidized Copper paper is back in stock! 

    **Here's the free project sheet for this pretty card:  Download Sept '23 Autumn Leaves card

    Below is the video tutorial for this card; and another autumn-themed fun fold card as well.

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    October Specials: 

    Amazing Starter Kit choices! 

    Choose one and enjoy the 20% discount on all future orders! Click here

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    *current host code: W99E4KPB or VEH4FKBV

    *Get free glitter gems with online orders over $55 (Please use a host code)

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    Get a Mystery Box full of Stampin' Up! supplies while they last!

    Each box contains from $180-200 in retired products (new or lightly used)

    1. Place an online Stampin' Up! order over $75 (before tax & shipping) using one of my current host codes to reserve a Mystery Box. *Host code links – W99E4KPB or VEH4FKBV
    2. Send me the $14 shipping fee (PayPal or Venmo). 
    3. I'll send you your Mystery box via Priority Shipping! 

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  • A-Mazing Starter Kit deals start today! 2 choices; one is almost half price!


    It starts today!

    I hope you consider taking advantage of this incredible deal!  

    New demonstrators can choose one of the following options for their Starter Kit in October:

    Option 1: Get 35% OFF the normal cost of a Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $125 USD  worth of product for only $64.35 USD!

    Option 2: Get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $168.75 USD worth of product by spending $99 USD!

    No matter which option new demonstrators choose for their Starter Kit, both provide them with free business supplies and free shipping on their Starter Kit—not to mention all the fun that comes with being part of Stampin’ Up!

    Plus more!  Get a FREE OnStage@Home Registration

    *Those who sign up for a Starter Kit during this offer will also be automatically registered for FREE* to our virtual OnStage event on 11 November—a $77 value! 

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    *Did you know your starter kit is entirely up to you?  Choose whatever products suits you! 

    I'd love to welcome you to my Stampin' Up! Team this month.  There are so many reasons to choose the Flowerbug's as your stamping group. Here are just a few:

    1. Friendly, supportive and active group of stampers
    2. 3-4 optional creative and business challenges each month!
    3. FREE PDF 10+ project tutorials – at least 3 every month!
    4. Optional team card swaps
    5. Multiple prizes sent out each month
    6. Monthly virtual team gathering
    7. One on one optional business training 

      Plus the many perks of being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator like:

    • 20% off all future orders 
    • we get all the perks a customer receives like host rewards; but at a discount! 
    • See & pre-order from new catalogs early
    • your first quarterly minimum is waived – order $300 by the end of March to stay active.
    • All orders from now through March count towards your first $300 minimum
    • Be in the know with what's happening in Stampin' Up!
    • Exclusive groups and websites just for Demonstrators!

    I hope you'll consider getting the Starter kit and join the incredible Stampin' Up! community.

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    October Specials: 

    *current host code: W99E4KPB or VEH4FKBV

    *Get free glitter gems with online orders over $55 (Please use a host code)

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    Get a Mystery Box full of Stampin' Up! supplies while they last!

    Each box contains from $180-200 in retired products (new or lightly used)

      1. Place an online Stampin' Up! order over $75 (before tax & shipping) using one of my current host codes to reserve a Mystery Box. *Host code links – W99E4KPB or VEH4FKBV
      2. Send me the $14 shipping fee (PayPal or Venmo). 
      3. I'll send you your Mystery box via Priority Shipping! 

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  • NEW Christmas Card Classes – 3 kits, tutorials or in person options


    I'm very excited to share my new Christmas card class options with you!  I've had quite a few people ask me what I'm offering this year.  I've changed it up from previous years.  

    Look at these striking cards:

    I've created three different groups of cards – 2 each of 2 different cards; using a featured stamp set. 

    1. Christmas Classics cards

    These pretty cards include the traditional colors of Real Red, Cherry Cobbler and Mossy Meadow.  Designer papers are Shining Christmas & Traditions of St. Nick – both from our Online Exclusives. 

    Options:

    1. Get the pre-cut kit to go – 12 cards & envelopes – 6 of each design.  Designer paper can vary.  You'll need inks and stamps to finish the cards.  Includes the PDF tutorial and pre-cut card kit for $27. See it here.
    2. Choose the PDF tutorial only – includes all 12 cards (photo at the top of this post). Measurements, supplies, photos and step by step instructions.  See it here.
    3. Add on the Christmas Classics stamp set to your card kit and receive 10% off. Message me here for combined pricing. 
    4. Add on the Christmas Classics bundle seen here & your 12 card pre-cut kit is 1/2 price!  

    The PDF tutorials are emailed to you immediately after purchase.  The pre-cut card kits with stamps or bundles are sent out at the end of October.  

    2.  Stars at Night cards


    Both of these designs are fun folds; the top two cards include a gift card option. Colors include Night of Navy, Pretty Peacock, Coastal Cabana and Lost Lagoon with a bit of gold and silver flair. Designer papers are the Snowflake Magic specialty and O Holy Night.  

    Options:

    1. Get the pre-cut kit to go – 12 cards & envelopes – 6 of each design.  Designer paper can vary.  You'll need inks and stamps to finish the cards. Includes the PDF tutorial and pre-cut card kit for $27. See it here.
    2. Choose the PDF tutorial only – includes all 12 cards (photo at the top of this post). Measurements, supplies, photos and step by step instructions.  See it here.
    3. Add on the Stars at Night stamp set to your card kit and receive 10% off. Message me here for combined pricing. 
    4. Add on the Stars at Night bundle seen here & your 12 card pre-cut kit is 1/2 price!  

    3. More Wishes cards 


    I love these bold greetings!  The upper right cards are shaker cards!  Colors include Real Red, Garden Green, Balmy Blue & Night of Navy. Designer paper is the Walk in the Forest. 

    Options:

    1. Get the pre-cut kit to go – 12 cards & envelopes – 6 of each design.  Designer paper can vary.  The kit includes everything you need but inks, stamps & adhesives including the PDF tutorial and pre-cut card kit for $27. See it here.
    2. Choose the PDF tutorial option.  It includes all 12 cards (photo at the top of this post) with measurements, supplies, photos and step by step instructions.  See it here.
    3. Add on the More Wishes stamp set to your card kit and receive 10% off. Message me here for combined pricing. 

    See all of my card kits and tutorials here at my Shop here!  Shipping is combined at checkout. 

    I'll be offering these card classes to my local customers on October 28th at 10 am in my home studio. 

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    October Specials: 

    *current host code: WXX6RCHA or VEH4FKBV

    *Get free glitter gems with online orders over $55 (Please use a host code)

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    Get a Mystery Box full of Stampin' Up! supplies while they last!

    Each box contains from $180-200 in retired products (new or lightly used)

      1. Place an online Stampin' Up! order over $75 (before tax & shipping) using one of my current host codes to reserve a Mystery Box. *Host code links – WXX6RCHA or VEH4FKBV
      2. Send me the $14 shipping fee (PayPal or Venmo). 
      3. I'll send you your Mystery box via Priority Shipping! 

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