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Joseph’s Coat technique video with the Botanical Layers

We're making these cards tonight on Facebook Live here on my FB page!  It's a technique that will WOW you with it's magic.  

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I chose to use the new Botanical Layers stamp set along with two new In Colors of Tahitian Tide & Parakeet Party.  I also added a bit of Bermuda Bay. 

The first step is to add color to a Basic White piece of card stock.  I used our Blending Brushes and added it randomly like this: 

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The next step is to stamp your images onto this colored card stock using Versamark ink and heat emboss using Clear embossing powder.  I highly recommend using an embossing buddy; although Stampin' Up! does not currently have them in our catalog.  It prevents excess powder from adhering to your paper before you stamp and heat emboss.  

After your heat embossing dries you need just two things to make these colorful, magical technique.  A classic 'dark' color of ink – I used Memento Black.  And a tissue or paper towel.  

You will take your classic/water-based ink pad (Black Memento for me here) and rub the ink pad directly over the heat embossed card stock.  Because the ink is water-based it will not adhere to the heat embossed areas but WILL adhere to the background that is NOT heat embossed. 

Next use a tissue or soft paper towel to rub off excess ink to reveal your colorful design.  

Here are my two pieces before I finished my cards: 

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Here are the measurements:

  • Card base is 5 1/2" X 8 1/2"
  • stamped layer is 4" X 3", Parakeet Party green is 3 1/4" X 4 1/4"
  • 2 pieces DSP 2" X 1 1/2" and a greeting die-cut

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In this photo you can see a bit of the shine on the leaves from the heat embossing.  It truly is magic!  Join me here tonight at 7:30 pm CT. 

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  • Glue stands are back! And last chance for October card kits!

    Our Multipurpose Glue holders are back in stock again!  

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    Here are the colors available:   Dark Blue, Pewter, Turquoise, Pink & Black.  Quantities are limited!

    Order yours here.  Only available inShipping is calculated on the site.  Orders ship out within a few days of purchase.  

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    Tuesday is the last day to get in on either of my October card kits to go. 

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    Above is the Plaid Tidings kit which includes the Plaid Tidings designer paper, embroidered ribbon and Sequins for Everything. It includes $20 in product BEFORE tax & shipping, the 10 cards pre-cut kit and pdf tutorial and you'll have lots of product left over to make more cards.  Cost is just $28 plus shipping.  Go here to get one; there's just two left! Or choose the PDF tutorial option. 

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    This is the Heartwarming Hugs Christmas Fun-Fold cards kit.  It also includes $20 in product including the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper, Real Red 3/8" satin ribbon and Red rhinestones!  You'll also receive the 10 cards pre-cut kit and pdf tutorial and you'll have lots of product left over to make more cards.  

    It's $28 plus shipping.  Go here order this one; there's just one left!. If you don't want the pre-cut kits you can also purchase the pdf tutorials for these and lots more!

    I get lots of great feedback on my pre-cut kits.  Most people find crafting very enjoyable when things are prepped and designed for them!  Remember they include all die-cut or punched pieces. 

    Here's what they're saying about my kits:  

    • I love your card ideas and I appreciate all the work that goes into creating the classes.  I love that every thing is supplied!!  Cutting the DSP with our great paper cutter is no problem!! Thanks for doing this!!!
    • I just loved these.  Thanks so much for all your wonderful ideas!!!  This class was so much fun!! 
    • I had purchased the tutorial from you and had a class on Saturday.  Everyone really loved it.
    • Your directions are always so easy to follow and your projects are unique.
    • I made all the cards, and had a great time.  I loved all the different folds and color choices.  Thanks for making my week!
     

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    Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

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  • Gather Together Tag Punch Fun Fold

    Check out this fun fold card Deloris made for a recent Team swap.  Our theme was fun folds from the 2020 Holiday catalog. 

    She used the Gather Together bundle seen here and the Scalloped Tag Topper punch seen here.  

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    Her colors are Cajun Craze, Pretty Peacock, Early Espresso & Sahara Sand.  The tag punch is pushed in to create the design on both edges and then the sides are trimmed with a paper trimmer.  A really lovely design!  

    I'll be sharing more of my Team Fun-fold card swaps next week! 

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    October Specials!

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  • Z-Fold Cards with measurements for you!

    Here are two more fun fold cards made by my Flowerbug's Team for a recent swap.  They're both Z-fold cards but totally different!  

    First is Mary's card featuring the Heartwarming Hugs designer paper and the Warm Hugs bundle; both in the 2020 Holiday catalog now.  This Designer paper is on sale right now.  Click here to see all 15 papers! 

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    Measurements:

    • Real Red card 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
    • Pear Pizzazz 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
    • Designer paper front3" X 4 1/4", inside is 4" X 5 1/4"
    • White inside is 3" X 2 1/2"

    Karen G made this pretty card with the Snow Wonder stamp set.  

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    Measurements: 

    • Seaside Spray 4 1/4" X 11" scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2"
    • Highland Heather 3 1/4" X 10" scored at 4 1/2" and 7 1/4" 
    • White front 4 1/4" X 3", bottom is 2 1/4" X 3"
    • Snowflake Wishes DSP in the center is also 2 1/4" X 3" 

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    I hope you're enjoying this Fun Fold series of cards.  I am so proud of my gals; they've truly created fabulous cards!!

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    October Specials!

    Current Host code is MJK7R2CU

    Designer Paper Sale; click here!

    October 2020 Paper Pumpkin - Joy to the World Save

    Get a free package of Adhesive Backed Snowflakes in October with an

    online order over $45. 

    Adhesive backed snowflakes Save

    All online orders will receive my Tutorial of the Month featuring the Poinsettia Petals suite!

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