We’re making explosion pop-up cards!!

November 23, 2020

On my Stamp with Me Live I shared these cards and how easy it is to make an explosion card.

These cards look pretty ordinary from the front but there's a surprise inside; see below:

Isn't it cool? And it's super easy to do. It's a 6" square of designer paper that you fold in halves with a bone folder. No measuring at all!

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Here's the template for the explosion card.

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Here's a masculine birthday made with the Plaid Tidings designer paper and Many Mates stamp set.

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These are so fun to make. And you can add a bit more fun to the card by adding in some confetti, punched pieces or sequins to the inside. What a surprise they'll enjoy!

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Join me here on the 2nd & 4th Mondays at 7:30 pm Central Time. You can either watch or prep your pieces to create right along with me!

Here's the video:

Measurements to prep:

Card base 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 5 1/2"

Front – DSP: one at 1 3/4" X 4 1/4" across, banners are 1 1/2" X 5 1/2" and 1 1/2" X 4 1/2"

Greeting on a punched or die-cut circle, layered with other punches or dies.

Inside DSP is 6" square, White is 2 3/4" square.

Additional supplies:

Ink, embellishments, bone folder, dimensionals, glue

Products used:

Cherry Cobbler, Shaded Spruce & Pretty Peacock CS

Classic Christmas, 'Tis the Season & Plaid Tidings DSP.

Other: Poinsettia Petals & Many Mates stamp sets, Snowflakes, Circles Collection & Poinsettia dies plus Tailored Tag & Label Me Lovely punches

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

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We can fit three in a box for almost the same shipping cost. They are $6 each and shipping is about $3-4 in US. They make great gifts for your stamping friends!

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Beautiful Traditions of Christmas kit to go or tutorial; reserve yours soon

October 9, 2025
One of my October kits to go & tutorials features the gorgeous Traditions of Christmas designer paper. Each card is a fun fold too!

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I love the floral and traditional patterns in this pack of specialty paper. It has gold foil accents and a wonderful variety of colors.

You can choose between the pre-cut kit to go or the PDF tutorial. The kit includes almost $20 in Stampin’ Up! products AND the pre-cut cards too. The product includes 1/2 pkg of the DSP, a share of Sparkly Sequins and Olive linen thread.

I include the die-cuts & punched pieces too. Everything is cut for you except your new designer paper share which is 6″ X 12″ – or one half package. You will need your own inks and greeting sentiments plus adhesives of course.

Opt in for the pre-cut kit to go here for $31.

Or the PDF tutorial here. The tutorial and exclusive video will be emailed to you immediately after payment. It includes photos, measurements, a supply list and step by step instructions.

Remember that there are two more kit to go options in October; I’ll share them here in the next few days. Or to see them please go to my shop at www.flowerbugshop.com You’ll save money on shipping when you purchase more than one kit.

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- Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
- An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
- Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
- Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
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I finished the Handmade & Heartfelt kit; it’s so cool!

October 8, 2025
I played with this fun kit yesterday and made 13 cards! This neat card kit is discounted through today only. It would make a fabulous gift or enjoy it for yourself. see it here

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It’s a 10 card kit with envelopes, a stamp set, a storage box, ink spot and more. I added a few extra card bases and got an extra 3 cards from it.
Here are my bonus cards:

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See the lower right card? I used the template from the lower left card to sponge Secret Sea ink through the holes to create the starburst pattern. When I did this I did it on the back side so I could still use it on the ‘thanks’ card.

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Below are a few more cards I changed up from the original plan. It’s so fun to do this. Even though it’s a pre-planned card kit I love adding my own spin on them.

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The cards, envelopes, stamp set etc all fit in the organizer box that’s includes. What a great way to store your cards! See this kit here.

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Click on the photo below to see it online and get the details on purchasing this. Remember that

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Don’t forget to check out all of the kits on sale today here. The sale ends at midnight tonight!

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Reasons to ShopwithLeeAnn.com
- Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
- An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
- Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
- Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
- Be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber and enjoy the free bonus project PDF tutorial every month. Subscribe here. Refills here.
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3 new kits and a Starter Kit special! See the kits here.

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And get the Starter kit here. *Choose your deal – $35 or $99 plus $90 in free products including free shipping, free Paper Pumpkin kit & free catalogs/business supplies!

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Artistic Leaves with Gathering Together with an easy card sketch plan

October 7, 2025
Here’s the second card I shared on last week’s video. I wanted to feature a card sketch my Flowerbug’s are currently using.

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Besides the Artistic Leaves stamp set I also used the Gathering Moments bundle and the Gathering Together specialty designer paper with this sketch:

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You might wonder what a sketch is… It’s a layout of boxes or shapes to indicate where you might add layers such as card stock, designer paper, punches or die-cuts.

My colors include Basic Beige, Cajun Craze, Gold and Vanilla.

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Here’s the sketch if you want to save it for an idea. I truly believe card sketches are a fabulous way to get inspiration when creating. Remember that a sketch is just the beginning; you can change it up in any way depending on what products you’re using.

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The measurements are also include in the free project sheet I created. Click here to download or print it.

I hope you watch the video below to catch the tips and also to see the other beautiful autumn leaf card.

Reasons to ShopwithLeeAnn.com
- Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
- An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
- Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
- Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
- Be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber and enjoy the free bonus project PDF tutorial every month. Subscribe here. Refills here.
Lots of discounted kits available now! Grab one or more today here.

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October Specials

3 new kits and a Starter Kit special! See the kits here.

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And get the Starter kit here. *Choose your deal – $35 or $99 plus $90 in free products including free shipping, free Paper Pumpkin kit & free catalogs/business supplies!

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