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Fantastic Team swaps with Botanical Textures suite

Today I have three fantastic swaps made by my Flowerbug's Team; all featuring the Botanical Textures suite from our online store.  Did you know we have a huge selection of items that are not seen in any printed catalog?  They're called Online Exclusives and you can see them all here.  

This first card was made by Kim for her Card Club swap.  I had to share it with you because I thought it was so neat.  She used Black, White and Lemon Lime Twist. 

Botanical Textures Kim P Save

Her stamped images are from the Textured Notes stamp set.  The cute hexagon gems are new and seen in our 2025-26 Annual Catalog.  

Next is a fabulous fancy fold card made by Rita. She also used this same Botanical Textures DSP along with Petunia Pop card stock. 

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She used the Bright Borders stamp set and the To the Point punch. This punch has been out of stock for months!  I hope it comes back soon.  It is expected around June 2nd. 

Here's the view when it's open: 

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The card base is 11" X 5 1/2".  It's scored at 1 3/4", 3 1/2", 5 1/4" & 7".  Then it's trimmed horizontally at 1" from the upper and lower edges but only from the 1 3/4" and 5 1/4" score lines. 

The DSP is 6 3/4" X 5 1/4".  

It looks like she adhered the DSP and then cut the slits open with a paper trimmer.  So cool!  No difficulty measuring your layers  when you do it this way. 

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Lastly today is Ginny's card made with the Woven Textures DSP and the Textured Notes bundle.  I love these products; one of my favorites from the online store!

May Ginny Woven Textures Save

Her colors include Early Espresso and Crumb Cake.  She used five different dies from the Textured Notes dies!  I especially like the frame in the center, highlighting that pretty DSP.  

Below is the inside view stamped with textural images from the Textured Notes stamp set. 

May Ginny Woven Textures Save

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  • Z-Fold Cards with measurements for you!

    Here are two more fun fold cards made by my Flowerbug's Team for a recent swap.  They're both Z-fold cards but totally different!  

    First is Mary's card featuring the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper and the Warm Hugs bundle; both in the 2020 Holiday catalog now.  This Designer paper is on sale right now.  Click here to see all 15 papers! 

    Sept Mary Heartwarming Save

    Measurements:

    • Real Red card 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
    • Pear Pizzazz 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
    • Designer paper front3" X 4 1/4", inside is 4" X 5 1/4"
    • White inside is 3" X 2 1/2"

    Karen G made this pretty card with the Snow Wonder stamp set.  

    Sept Mary Heartwarming Save

    Measurements: 

    • Seaside Spray 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
    • Highland Heather 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
    • White front 4 1/4" X 3", bottom is 2 1/4" X 3"
    • Snowflake Wishes DSP in the center is also 2 1/4" X 3" 

    Sept Mary Heartwarming Save

    I hope you're enjoying this Fun Fold series of cards.  I am so proud of my gals; they've truly created fabulous cards!!

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  • Gift Wrapped Fun Fold card!

    Look at this super cute Fun Fold card featuring the Gift Wrapped bundle seen here! 

    Sept Gift Wrapped Barb Save

    I LOVE the bright, eye-catching colors she choose; Granny Apple Green & Poppy Parade.  Can you see that she used both the Light & Dark colors in these Blends markers?  

    She also used the Wink of Stella on the punched bow and 'ribbon' on the front. See that cute baby tag?  That's part of the punch too! 

    Can you see how the front flap catches on the greeting on the left?  Love this! 

    Sept Gift Wrapped Barb Save

    Measurements: 

    • Granny Apple Green 4 1/4" X 8 1/4" and 3" X 6" scored at 3" and two 1/2" X 2 3/4" strips and a 1" X 1 1/4" piece for the greeting layer
    • Poppy Parade 2 3/4" square
    • Whisper White 4" X 5 1/4" plus a 2 3/4" square for inside the smaller flip area and scraps for the Tasteful Labels die-cut, and ribbon punches. 

    GIFT WRAPPED BUNDLE (ENGLISH) Save

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  • Clear Block Stamping; a fun & easy background for quick cards!

    Have you ever tried Block Stamping?  If you have a clear block and ink pads you can do this!  

    I shared these cards on Facebook Live last week Tuesday.  You can watch the replay below.  Remember every Tuesday morning at 11 am CT I'm Live on FB here. 

    I chose a few different stamp sets and inks for the cards I made.  I also have a few tips for you when doing this technique. 

    Sept 29th Seafoam Block stamping Save

    The above card features Soft Seafoam and In The Pines stamp set.  The White layer is 4 3/4" X 3 1/2".  I inked the 'H' block in Soft Seafoam ink and spritzed it with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and Champagne Shimmer Paint. 

    You can use water but that takes longer to dry and I wanted a bit of shimmer. Shimmer Paint mixes well with rubbing alcohol. I added random strips of Shaded Spruce CS across the card.  Quick & easy! 

    Sept 29th Seafoam Block stamping Save

    This card features Calypso Coral (2" X 5 1/2"), Petal Pink and the Queen Anne's Lace stamp set. The textured layer is from the set of Wrapped in Texture embossing folders.

    Sept 29th Seafoam Block stamping Save

    Can you see the marbling effect here? I inked the block in Seaside Spray ink and then added a few swirls of Misty Moonlight with a Stampin' Write marker. *Watch the video below. 

    I used the Snowflake Wishes set on this card and the Flowers for Every Season ribbon/twine combo pack.  The colors are Seaside Spray & Misty Moonlight.  The White layer is 3 1/2" X 4 3/4" and the Misty Moonlight is 3 3/4" square – a scrap I had. 

    Tips on the Clear Block Technique:

    • Use a light color of ink
    • Choose a block that fits on your card stock
    • Ink it and spritz with either water or rubbing alcohol until it almost starts to puddle.
    • Add a swirl of darker color with a marker after inking the block and before spritzing. 
    • Alcohol dries faster than water 
    • Add a bit of Shimmer Paint to your alcohol for additionals glitz! 
    • Whisper White card stock works just fine; no need for thicker papers

     

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    October Specials!

    Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

    Designer Paper Sale; click here!

    October 2020 Paper Pumpkin - Joy to the World Save

    Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

    online order over $45. 

    Adhesive backed snowflakes Save

    All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

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