Create this eye-catching scene with ink and blending brushes; video tutorial too!

June 10, 2025

Here's another card I created on last week's video. Do you love colorful scenes too?

Here I used Cloud Cover cardstock for my base; scored it an extra time to create a flap near the center. This is a great way to add the main element of your card. In this case it's a stamped and colored tree scene on our new Party Banner dies.

I found the Peaceful Pier stamp set seen here to be perfect for my scenes. It's a great line-art set you don't have to color in, as you can see in my example.

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Here is the free project sheet with measurements and supplies listed: Click on the following link to download it. Download Peaceful Pier fun fold scene

I am now adding my project sheets to my Flowerbug's Stamp & Share FB group the same day I share the live video. Click here to join the group.

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I used these inks for blending; from bottom to top – Granny Apple Green, Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight and Cloud Cover. Blending brushes make it easy to add ink smoothly. But there are tricks to it!

Below is the video tutorial on how to add ink smoothly with Blending Brushes. I hope you watch it!

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How to achieve the Inked Block Technique; you only need 3 things!

March 31, 2022
I shared the Inked Block technique on Tuesday's Facebook Live video. It's fun, easy and you need just 3 things!

I chose to feature the Garden Wishes stamp set & a variety of colors. This first one is Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape & Pacific Point.

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You need a clear block, Stampin' Write markers and a spritzer filled with water. Below are the measurements for the cards.

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Watch the video here to see how it's done. It's the first of 3 projects I share.

Tips for success:
- Use Stampin' Write 'water based' markers on your block; do not use Blends which are permanent markers.
- Start with the lightest color first so you don't get a dark color on your marker tip
- After filling up the block with ink (I colored on the diagonal) spritz it with water until dots form.
- The more water you add the better the inks blend. But don't do too much or the colors blend too much.
- Press the block directly on your White card stock and hold for a few second.
- Have a tissue or paper towel ready to dab up excess water off the paper.
The Stampin' Write markers I used on this next card are Granny Apple Green, Coastal Cabana and Pacific Point.

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The card below has a softer feel. The colors are Pale Papaya, Pumpkin Pie & Polished Pink.

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Which one is your favorite?

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Click on the photo below to watch the video.

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A cute box with free template and video tutorial too!

March 30, 2022

Marilyn shared this sweet treat box at our last Flowerbug's Team Meeting. She cased it from Pootles. It looks almost like a mini milk carton.

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Her box is 2 X 2" and 3 1/4" tall. She used the Pansy Petals designer paper, Soft Succulent card stock and ink. This pretty DSP is retiring now; get it here while supplies last.

I made one for a recent FB Live video too. I chose to use the Flowering Fields DSP; it's so springy!

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They're made in Pear Pizzazz and Fresh Freesia card stock and the greeting is from the Celebrating You stamp set seen here. The greeting tag is from the Stitched So Sweetly dies which are retiring now and available while supplies last! See the dies here.

She made up a template and another sheet of card stock showing you how it looks after trimming and cutting the template as shown. Watch the video here or below to see how it's made.

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It's 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" and is similar to a 2 4 6 8 box. Score on the short side at 1 1/2", 3 1/2" & 4 1/2". Score on the long side at 2", 4", 6", & 8". Then cut away the areas crossed off and cut up to the score lines as shown.

You'll need 4 pieces of Designer Paper measuring 1 3/4" square. And 4 pieces measuring 1 3/4" X 3/4" for the top. She punched two holes in the top flaps to thread ribbon through to tie in a bow.

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Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful project Marilyn!

Here's the video; click on the photo below to watch it.

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New Catalogs are coming; do you need one?! New Colors are gorgeous!

March 29, 2022

The new 2022-23 Annual Catalogs are going live in early May. I'm ordering some to be mailed out on March 31st. They are free to those who have purchased from me in the last 6 months. Let me know if you'd like one by tomorrow, March 30th.

If you haven't ordered from me before or lately, you can do so here. Or send me $5 and I'll mail you one. Contact me here with questions.

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The new 2022-2024 In colors are gorgeous; bright, bold and fabulous. Here's a pretty graphic for you.

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I always offer a big bundle of In Color products with the start of the new Annual Catalog. I'll share the details of it in April. It's so nice to get a bit of a nice variety and know that you have the card stock, ink and refills along with accessories to match! I always include free product with purchase of my bundles.

I'll also be offering a Designer Paper Share too. Stay tuned!

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The Last Chance list is out!

Tons of items from the 2021-22 Annual Catalog are retiring and many are deeply discounted from 20-50% off.

Remember that these items are while supplies last and may run out.

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Host codes: 6QFA66WT

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If your order is over $50 you'll receive free gems like our Polished Dots and 3 hand made cards from me.

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