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.

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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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Morning Star

May 26, 2020
Have you seen this pretty stamp set yet? It's called Morning Star (seen here) and is one of Stampin' Up!'s distinktive type of stamps. This means you can get multiple hues of color with just one inking. It's amazing!

It is retiring next week so if you'd like it, get it now! Here's a few cards I created when playing with it. I think this set has been a bit of a sleeper; lost among the many favorite in the 2020 January-June catalog.

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Here I used Old Olive and Gorgeous Grape; one of my favorite green and purple combos. Because this stamp set is photopolymer you can easily stamp the images just where you want them, placing them perfectly.

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Here are the measurements and supplies:
- Old Olive 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 2 1/8" and 4 1/4"
- Regals designer paper 5 1/4" X 1 7/8"
- Gorgeous Grape 4 3/4" X 3 1/2"
- White 4 1/2" X 3 3/8"
- Label Me Fancy Punch, Grape striped ribbon, dimensionals, mini glue dots
Here's another simple card made with this pretty stamp set this time in green & blue:

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I chose to use Pear Pizzazz with Night of Navy here. This is our Neutrals designer paper pack and it is already out of stock. It was on the Last Chance list seen here. I'll miss these pretty patterns although we are getting new packs of 6" designer paper in the upcoming catalog.

Measurements:
- Pear Pizzazz 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
- Navy designer paper 5 1/4" X 2"
- White – 5 1/4" strip for the Ornate Style die-cut
- White 3 1/4" X 2 1/2"
- Navy 3 1/2" X 3"
- Ornate Style dies, Olive/Terracotta Tile 1/4" ribbon, Noble Peacock rhinestones
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Spring Punched Banner; cute home decor piece!

May 25, 2020

To all of our Veterans; thank you for your service! I wish you all a safe and happy Memorial Day!

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I haven't shared this project yet; it was the bonus project many of my gals received in their Spring Retreat package. It's made with the Pleased as Punch designer paper; it was free during Sale-a-Bration earlier this year.

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To create the banners I first cut a piece of card stock 4 1/4" long X 3 1/2" wide. Then I made a mark at the center of the short end and cut from that mark to the opposite corner. Then I had my template!

I added lots and lots of punched pieces! I used the Umbrella punch, the Tulips punch, Daisy, Leaf, Butterfly Duo, the Small Bloom punch and the Heart Punch pack. A few of the banners are textured too. It would be fun to hang this in your craft room or on a window .

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The last of the Beautiful Fun Fold card swaps

May 22, 2020
This is the last bunch of Fun Fold cards this week; each one has been made by my talented Flowerbug's Team.

Sue made this pretty and unique card using the Positive Thought stamp set.

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She is super creative and loves to create her own ideas. Look at this unique card!

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She used the Positive Thoughts stamp set and the Cross of Hope dies (on sale right now for just $10.80; they were $27.00!)

Measurements:
- Petal Pink – 5 1/2" X 4 1/4"
- Blackberry Bliss 6 3/4" X 5 3/4" scored at 4"
- Whisper White – 7 1/2" X 5" scored at 3 5/8"
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Next is Karen's pretty card featuring the Magnolia Blooms stamp set and the Magnolia Lane designer paper. This pretty paper is also on sale; at $8.05 right now while supplies last here. She colored the flower in with the Petal Pink blends markers.

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Measurements:
- Petal Pink 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2", small layer is 3 1/4" square
- White inside is 4" X 5 1/4", front is 2 3/4" square
- Black is 3" square
Candy made this beautiful card, also with the Positive thoughts stamp set and coordinating Nature's Thoughts dies.

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That gorgeous rectangle die-cut is from the Ornate Layers dies here. They're amazing!!! Her colors are Rich Razzleberry, Very Vanilla, Crumb Cake and a splash of Coastal Cabana. Here's the inside view:

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Measurements:
- Rich Razzleberry 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 2 1/8" from each end
- Very Vanilla inside is 5 1/4" X 4", plus a piece for the rectangle die-cuts
- Crumb Cake pieces are 1 7/8" X 5 1/4"
Mary made this pretty card using the Free as a Bird stamp set and the Bird Ballad designer paper.

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The Bird Ballad designer paper is on the Last chance list now; it's on sale for $8.05 while supplies last.

She colored the birds with Blends markers; so soft and pretty!

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Measurements:
- Whisper White 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 2 1/8" from each end. The inside White Nested Label die-cut is 4 3/4" X 2 5/8"
- Front stamped layer and Bird Ballad designer paper piece are 2 1/4" X 3 3/4".
- Pool Party layers 2 1/2" X 4"
I hope you enjoyed this week of incredible fun folds. If you missed any, click here, here and here to see them all!

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