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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. 

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! 

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

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!

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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  • NEW project ideas & video with our fabulous 2021-23 In Colors!!!


    I created three pretty cards with our new 2021-23 In Colors for yesterday's FB Live. I used three new stamp sets from the 2021 Annual Catalog. Everyone can order from it next week Tuesday, May 4th!  

    I cannot say it enough; I LOVE OUR NEW IN COLORS!!  They're all gorgeous, unique and will fit in with our current colors beautifully!

    Here is one of the cards I made on my Live video yesterday. 

    This card features a few new products:

    • The stamp set is called Quite Meadow
    • Dies are Scalloped Contour for both the Scalloped rectangle & scalloped strips
    • Ink and card stock – Fresh Freesia, Soft Succulent, Pale Papaya, Evening Evergreen and Polished Pink

    Here's another fun card I made with these gorgeous In Colors featuring a sponging technique: 

    I used the Color & Contour stamp set and all 5 In Colors as well.  I used sticky post-it notes to mask off areas as I sponged and stamped each area.  Watch the video below to catch the tips on this technique. 

     

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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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  • NEW In Color Special Offer! Opt in by May 5th to get FREE markers!


    This year's In Colors are absolutely amazing and my favorite for many years!  Look at these pretty cards: 


    These were made with the new Flowers of Friendship stamp set and Color & Contours & Meadow dies. I used the new In Color blends markers to color them in and the incredible new ribbons as well. 

    My New Catalog open house event is next week Tuesday, May 4th from 3-6 pm. 

    Each year I offer my local gals a special deal on the new In Colors.  I put together a big bundle of products and with purchase, they get the 5 colors of Stampin' Write markers FREE!  Now I offer it to everyone; local or long distance!  And if you'd rather choose two pair of Blends markers instead that works too. 


    Here's how it works:

    Purchase the bundle of products listed below and choose which markers you'd like free: 5 FREE Stampin' Write Markers or 2 colors of Blend combos.  *Save up to $22.00!  

    Bundle includes:

    • 5 In Color Classic ink pads
    • 5 In Color ink refills
    • 1 pkg. assorted 8 1/2" X 11" In Color card stock
    • 10 sheets In Color Designer Paper (6 X 6")
    • 10 6 X 6” sheets In Color shimmer vellum (6 X 6")
    • 1 pkg. In Color rhinestone jewels

    It costs $75 ($88.70 with tax and shipping local pick-up).  *Long distance is $88.70 plus Priority Shipping.  *email me at lagreff60@gmail.com or call or message me for payment information (PayPal or use a credit or debit card) 

    Those who purchase this bundle are eligible to add on either Ribbon or Blends with FREE shipping! 

    • Add on (5 yards of each color) ribbon for $18 (Free tax & shipping)
    • Add on 5 Blends Combo packs $45 (Free tax and shipping) 

    *If there are back-orders I may hold the package until all products are in. (As of now, Blends markers could arrive late; mid May)  

    **This offer ends May 5th at midnight!!


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    April Specials!

    Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

    Current Host code is GJRA96YW

    Order online here


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    Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

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

    You can also order them in my Shop here. 

    All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

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  • Team Swap cards featuring sponging techniques!


    Our latest Flowerbug Team swap featured sponging techniques and they knocked it out of the park!  Look at these: 

    The first card was made by Deloris. She used the Celebrate Sunflowers bundle.  These items are carrying over to the next catalog but they will no longer be a bundle at 10% off.  You can see it here. 

    Her colors are Bermuda Bay, Daffodil Delight and White. I absolutely LOVE the unique colors she used here and isn't her sponging amazing!?  That stitched rectangle of vellum adds the perfect, soft background for the beautiful flower.  

    Next is a fabulous card made by Candace using A Good Man stamp set.  

    Her colors are Crumb Cake, Night of Navy & Pool Party.  

    She sponged the edges of her stamped pieces and rubbed the Crumb Cake ink pad directly on the Painted Textures embossing folder before running it through the Cut & Emboss Machine.  *See that folder here. 

    That stitched tag is one of our new dies coming in the 2021 Annual Catalog.  It's called 'Tailor Made Tags'. the greeting is from the Inspired Thoughts stamp set; also new! She colored the image in with Blends markers. 

    Stop in again tomorrow for more cards featuring sponging techniques!

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    April Specials!

    Click here for the Annual Catalog Retiring List; many discounted items while supplies last! 

    Current Host code is GJRA96YW

    Order online here


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    Get a free multipurpose glue stand with an online order over $60 using the host code above. You'll receive a color of my choice unless you let me know your preference. *if you'd rather have gems; let me know.

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

    You can also order them in my Shop here. 

    All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

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