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

December 12, 2023

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.

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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!

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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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December Specials:

Get a free embellishment from the 2023 Holiday catalog with an

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*current host codes: PN2C7Z4E or 77277NNH

Love kits? Check out my pre-cut card kits to go here!

I offer two new kits & tutorials each month!

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Snailed It; fun, colorful & adorable

March 31, 2021
This is another card we made at my March Card Clubs. I featured the Snailed It Bundle seen here.

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This cute designer paper is retiring and not returning in the new Annual Catalog in May. It is full of bright colors and adorable patterns. I used the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch seen here.

That cute envelope comes in the set of Snail dies. And quite a few of these dies coordinate with the Snail Mail designer paper too!

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Measurements:
- Card base (Daffodil or Bermuda Bay) 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"
  Real Red 3 1/2" X 10 1/2" scored at 4 3/4"
  Whisper White 3 3/4" X 5"
  Scraps of Snail Mail DSP and White for punches & die-cuts
  Bermuda Bay scrap for die-cut envelope
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Here's the video; watch to catch the many tips and tricks on this card.

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March Specials!

Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last!

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Current Host code is PX6ZWGM7

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All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

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Get a free adhesive package from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above. 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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Colorful Hydrangeas

March 30, 2021
What colors do Hydrangeas come in? Lots! I have a white one in my yard; it's blooms are huge and beautiful every year.

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Annette made this pretty card for a swap last month. She used the Hydrangea Haven bundle seen here.

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Her card is also a simple fun fold where the Real Red opens and adhered to the Black base.

Products used; click on the highlighted item to see it online:
- Painted Texture embossing folder
- Stitched Nested Labels (RETIRING!) on sale for $28
- Silver Foil paper (RETIRING)
- Blends markers, rhinestones
Note: I'm featuring this bundle and the beautiful Hydrangea Hill designer paper for April's card kit to go! Stay tuned; I'll share it here soon.

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Measurements:
- Basic Black 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"
- Real Red 4" X 10 1/2" scored at 5 1/4"
- White 2 3/4" X 4 1/4"
- Silver Foil 2 7/8" X 4 3/8"
- Black 3 1/8" X 4 5/8"
Items are running out on the Last Chance List: Here is what it already gone:
RICH RAZZLEBERRY STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK

INK • Item 150083 PRETTY PEACOCK CLASSIC STAMPIN’ PAD

INK • Item 150086 TERRACOTTA TILE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ PAD

INK • Item 150090 PRETTY PEACOCK CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL

INK • Item 150092 SEASIDE SPRAY CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL

INK • Item 150093 TERRACOTTA TILE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL

PAPER • Item 150880 PRETTY PEACOCK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK

PAPER • Item 150881 PURPLE POSY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK

PAPER • Item 150883 SEASIDE SPRAY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK

BUNDLE • Item 155349 2019–2021 IN COLOR CLASSIC STAMPIN’ PADS

PAPER • Item 149703 2019–2021 IN COLOR 12" X 12" CARDSTOCK

PAPER • Item 152460 WHALE OF A TIME DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

EMBELLISHMENTS • Item 149708 PURPLE 3/8" TRICOLOR RIBBON
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March Specials!

Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last!

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Current Host code is PX6ZWGM7

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All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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Butterfly wobble & Bokeh technique with video!

March 29, 2021
I'm excited to share one of my March Club cards with you. This background is called the Bokeh technique.

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Sponging a background is a big favorite of mine and when you add the Bokeh technique to it you get magic! I created my own dotted mask by punching a bunch of circles from a piece of card stock.

We made these cards at my March card clubs and they loved it! I used the Vine Design stamp set as well as the Happy Thoughts set; both are retiring and on the Last Chance list here.

Measurements:
- Pacific Point 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2"
  White sponged layer 3 3/4" X 5"
  White layer (under sponged layer) 3 7/8" X 5 1/8"
  White inside 3 1/2" X 4 3/4"
  White greeting strip 1/2" X 5"
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I used Pretty Peacock, Pacific Point & Magenta Madness inks as well as the White Craft ink pad for the light colored dots. You can see the video below. It's so easy and amazing!

The butterflies are created with the new Brilliant Wing dies seen here. They'll be in the upcoming Annual catalog but are available now too.

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Here is the video; I hope you watch it. This technique is so fun and unique every single time! Think of the colors you could use!

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Lots of March Specials!

Current Host code is 9 HGVYTBV9

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And if your order is over $50 you'll also receive a free adhesive package from me 3 sheets of Dimensionals and 1 for die-cuts!

*If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive the gifts!

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All online orders receive a free PDF of the new Butterfly Bouquet bundle

with 15 projects!

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Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.

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