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Gorgeously Made with a neat background technique & video tutorial


I shared this card as part of my Tuesday Live video last week.  I was featuring the Gorgeously Made bundle.  Check out the background! 

I focused on creating a pretty, textured background under the main image. Here are the steps:

  1. I first stamped the foliage image with Boho Blue ink onto Boho Blue card stock.
  2. Next I textured it with the Exposed Brick embossing folder seen here. (It's one of my favorite folders.)
  3. Lastly I dragged my White Craft ink pad over the texture. Tip: use a very light touch or ensure your ink pad is a little bit dry. I LOVE the look of this so much!  

I used the same foliage image for the inside of the card as I did the pretty background, stamping once in full strength Boho Blue ink and stamping again without reinking.  

I stamped the other large leafy image from the Gorgeously Made set on the Countryside Corners white die-cut. I added the print image a few times in second generation Boho Blue ink (this means stamped off once). It's layered on a Navy die-cut before adding to the card base.  

The greeting is heat embossed on Navy using White embossing powder. The die-cut is from the Stylish Shapes dies – my go-to dies for greetings. 

There's just something special about a monochromatic card; this time in blues.  If you're going for an elegant or cohesive look try using just one color in varying hues.  Greens, blues and browns are some of my favorite choices.  

Click here or on the photo below to watch the video.  It's the first project featured; the other is a super fun 'fancy fold' card.  

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  • 2 Incredible new kits – Christmas ornaments & a Card keeper box & cards


    I love that Stampin' Up! released 2 new kits at the beginning of each month.  Kits by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! 

    Aren't they beautiful!  And what a beautiful gift or gift add-on!  Click here to see it in the online store. 

    Here's a photo of the supplies included in this kit.  It makes 9 ornaments in 3" and 4" size. 

    Both of these kits are $25. 

    Next is the Card Keeper kit. A convenient box filled with all occasion cards! Click here to see it. 

    Kit includes:
    * Predesigned projects
    * Step-by-step instructions
    * Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
    * Makes 10 cards: 5 each of 2 designs, and 1 card container (includes lid)
    * Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
    * Card container size: Approx. 8-1/4" x 6-1/4" x 6"

    Below you can see the contents of this neat kit. 

    Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last. 

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  • Check out these Cute Fun Fold swaps by my Flowerbug’s


    I haven't shared these adorable fun fold cards made by some of my Flowerbug's.  

    First is a happy card made by Joan featuring the Sweet Peas stamp set seen here.  

    I LOVE her bright colors of Lemon Lime Twist with Berry Burst and Pretty Peacock.  She really made use of the Spotlight on Nature dies – 2 in the front AND two in the inside! These dies are unavailable right now but should be back in stock next week. 

    It's a Dutch Door card fold and she really jazzed it up with layers!  See the cute Sweet Peas stamp set here. 

    Measurements:

    • The card base is 8 1/2" X 5 1/2" and she trimmed off the front half at 2 3/4". 
    • Dutch door card stock is 2 1/2" X 4" on the front & inside
    • stamped White is 3 3/4" X 2 1/4" on the front & inside. 
    • White inside is 4" X 5 1/4" 

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    Next is a sweet card made by Jacki who chose the Ice Cream Swirl stamp set.  

    She featured the Bright & Beautiful designer paper seen here.  Look at the detail on these dies!  

    And she created a gift card holder too. 

    Measurements:

    • Granny Apple Green 4" X 5 1/2", inside pocket is 4 1/4" X 3 1/2"
    • White 8 1/2" X 5 1/4" score at 2 1/2" & 6 1/2", inside white is 4" X 3 1/4"
    • Designer paper 1 3/4" X 5" 

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  • A fun layout for the Full of Life designer paper – video & free project sheet too!


    Before I share today's project I have to shout out that the new Holiday catalog starts today! Plus my Open House & BOGO event is today from 4:30 – 6 pm. 

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    I LOVE the Full of Life designer series paper!  This card shows just how fabulous it is!

    The clouds and sun die-cuts make this card extra special. They're from the Brightest Skies dies seen here.  The greeting is from the My Small Business stamp set seen here. 

    It was one of my August Card Club projects and everyone loved it. I coordinated the designer paper to match the card bases; here's another example below:

    The greeting for this one is from the Trusty Tools stamp set. 

    I created a free project sheet for you; click on the following link to download or print it.  Download August Club '24 Full of Life clouds

    Below is the video for this card and a neat fun fold card featuring new Holiday catalog products. Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel while you're there.  I post a new video each week! 

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