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How to get more use of your Fragrant Forest stamp; cut it up!

I shared this pretty card in last week's Live video. I featured the Fragrant Forest background stamp set seen here in all 3 projects. 

Fragrant Forest with Beary Cute Save

Today's card also features the Beary Cute stamp set & punch. It was available in a bundle but unfortunately the punch has sold out now.  But the stamp set is still available. 

I used Night of Navy with Mossy Meadow here. I stamped the entire White layer with the background stamp (watch the video with tips on getting even coverage with a background stamp) then cut the circle using the new Deckled Circle dies. I added it to a larger Navy Deckled circle die-cut which covered up the die-cut line from the first circle cut. 

The bears were stamped in Balmy Blue ink but in hindsight I'd like them in a dark gray ink on White.  The lower strip for the greeting is torn. 

I created a free project sheet for this card; click on this link to see it. Download Fragrant Forest & Beary Cute card  *subscribe to my blog so you don't miss a thing and can access all of my project sheets in one place! 

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Are you wondering how I achieved the inside trees image without inking the entire stamp? Here's how!

Fragrant Forest Beary Save

I was trying to mask the stamp but it has lots of little pine needles between the tree layers.  It wasn't working so I thought, 'why aren't I trimming the stamp?'.  I have no problem doing it; it just isn't my first thought.  It works like a gem and makes it so much easier to use this pretty stamp set!

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Do you cut your stamps apart? I tend to do it with images that have a greeting with it. Or if I like part of a greeting and want to use it separately. Honestly they fit right back together when put onto your block.  It just makes sense!  I encourage you to try it. 

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  • Matchbook Cards on tonight’s FB Live! An easy fun fold showing off your DSP

    We made these neat fun fold 'matchbook' cards on Facebook Live last week.  They're so neat and really show off your DSP.  

    Matchbook tulips Save

    Does it remind you of the old fashioned books of matches?  See how it tucks in to the bottom flap?  

    I am featuring the Flowering Tulips stamp set & Flowering Fields designer series paper here.  It's so pretty and spring-like.  

    Matchbook tulips Save

    The Live video is at 7:30 pm CT here on my Facebook page. If you aren't following me yet, be sure to do that so you don't miss the 6 videos I do each month.  

    The 2nd & 4th Monday night videos are 'Stamp with Me' videos where I encourage you to prep your pieces and create right along with me. I share the measurements & supplies needed a day or two ahead of time on my FB page here. Of course you can choose to watch first and make yours later too.  

    Here's a photo of them laying flat.  My colors include Pool Party, Poppy Parade, Old Olive on the left card.  The card on the right is Fresh Freesia, Rich Razzleberry & Shaded Spruce.  

    Matchbook tulips Save

    The dies for the greetings are the Layering Circles, Tasteful Labels and Beautiful Shapes dies.  

    Measurements:

    • Card base 4 1/4" X 6 1/2" scored at 5 1/2"
    • DSP 3 3/4" X 5 3/4" scored at 4 5/8", 3/4" X 4" lower strip
    • CS layer 4" X 5"
    • White inside 3 3/4" X 4 1/2" 

    Share your version on this link by April 10th to get in on Prize Patrol. 

    Matchbook tulips Save

    Click on the photo below to watch the video.  

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    2021 22 last chance list Save

    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: FS239K9C

     *click here to order 

    If your order is over $50 you'll receive free Waves jewels (while available) or Polished Dots and 3 hand made cards from me.

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    Don't forget about my loyalty rewards! 

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  • Striking card swaps; Black & White with a ‘Pop’ of color

    Our Flowerbug's Team swap theme in March was to make a Black & White card with a pop of color.  I'm proud to share the cards my talented gals made in today's post.  

    First is Candy's card featuring Melon Mambo as her pop of color.  

    March Candy Happiest of Birthdays Save

    Details:

    • She used the Happiest of Birthdays (retiring) & Dragonfly Dreams stamp sets
    • Lots of Stitched Rectangle die-cuts! 
    • Black CS is 5 1/4" X 4"
    • DSP is 5" X 2 1/4" Pattern Party host paper in the Annual Catalog (retiring!)
    • White 3/4" frayed ribbon from the Jan-June catalog
    • Her dragonfly is punched using the Dragonflies punch (in a bundle now at 10% off)

    Next is Karen's card featuring Granny Apple Green.

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    Details:

    • She used the Scalloped Contour and Artistic dies
    • She offset the same size Black & White scalloped die-cut!
    • the ribbon is gingham; it carried over from the Holiday catalog
    • Her DSP is 4" X 5 1/4" & is also the Pattern Party host paper – retiring now! 
    • the bling is Iridescent Rhinestone gems 

    Next is Karen G's card featuring Polished Pink:

    March Candy Happiest of Birthdays Save

    Details:

    • Butterfly dies are from the Brilliant Wing dies in the Annual Catalog
    • DSP is 3 3/4" X 5" and is Pattern Party host paper
    • Black CS is 4" X 5 1/4" & aa 3/4" X 4" strip, White strip is 1/2" X 3 3/4" strip, Circle is 2 3/8"

    Next is Paula's striking card with Real Red & Granny Apple Green. 

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    Details:

    • She used the Medium daisy punch with Real Red CS & Vellum layering designs
    • The designer paper is also Pattern Party host paper!
    • She cut the Black & DSP paper into those points using the Basic Borders dies
    • The double oval punch was used for her greeting layers, sprig & Medium Daisy punch too.

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    2021 22 last chance list Save

    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. 
    Click here to see it all online along with the discounts.

    Host codes: FS239K9C

     *click here to order 

    If your order is over $50 you'll receive free Waves jewels (while available) or Polished Dots and 3 hand made cards from me.

    Waves gems Save

    Don't forget about my loyalty rewards! 

    Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!  

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  • Rainbow of Happiness in Black & White with a ‘pop’ of color!

    I saw a similar card using the Rainbow of Happiness that was in Black & pink and I knew it would be perfect for my Flowerbug's Team swap this month.  The theme was Black & White with a 'pop' of color.  

    I chose to use Magenta Madness.  It's retiring this month and available here while supplies last.  

    Rainbow of Happiness card pop of color Save

    I stamped the three rainbows in Black Memento ink using my Stamparatus. Making multiple cards with the Stamparatus is THE BEST WAY!  There's no guessing with stamp placement.  

    Rainbow of Happiness swap Save

    Details:

    • The stamps (hearts, rainbows & greeting) and cloud die-cuts are all from the Rainbow of Happiness bundle seen here. 
    • I stamped 'thank you' on scraps of Magenta Madness and punched it out with our Double Oval punch for the rainbow center. 
    • The designer paper in Black & White is from the All Together 6 X 6" pack seen here. 
    • The gems are the 2021-23 In Color jewels seen here. 
    • The Magenta Madness patterned paper is part of the 6X 6" DSP pack seen here. 

    Rainbow of Happiness swap Save

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    2021 22 last chance list Save

    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. 
    Click here to see it all online along with the discounts.

    Host codes: FS239K9C

     *click here to order 

    If your order is over $50 you'll receive free Waves jewels and 3 hand made cards from me.

    Waves gems Save

    Don't forget about my loyalty rewards! 

    Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!  

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