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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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  • Playful Patterns cards kit to go; time limited!

    The August cards kit to go features the fun & unique Playful Patterns designer paper.  It's perfect for so many happy occasions. 

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    I created 10 cards for this cards kit to go in the beautiful array of colors in the designer paper. 

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    Aren't they neat?!  This paper totally inspired me to create fun, playful cards.  I only used a few inks too!  Night of Navy, Coastal Cabana, and Crushed Curry! 

    This kit to go includes $20 in product and the 10 cards pre-cut also.  Here's what's included:

    • 1/2 package of the 6" Playful Patterns designer paper
    • 1 full package of the Playful Patterns ribbon combo pack
    • 1/2 pkg. of the Playful Patterns Resin Dots
    • the 10 pre-cut cards including punched & die-cut pieces
    • the pdf written tutorial sent in an email

    I used the Many Mates stamp set to finish the cards.  If you'd like to add it on you can get it at 10% off with the kit. 

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    This pre-cut kits are available through August 20th.  But there is an option to get the Playful Patterns cards pdf tutorial without the kit too. 

    • $28 for the full kit to go; order here.
    • $60 for the full kit and the Many Mates stamp set here
    • $15 for the Tutorial here

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    I actually have two kits available in August.  If you want both this kit to go AND the Life is Beautiful kit seen here send me a note and I can combine shipping and save you some money!  Send to lagreff60@gmail.com for a combined shipping price. 

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     Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

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  • Holiday Catalog starts today! Check out this Love of Leaves card

    It's August!  And the new 2020 August – December catalog (I'm calling it the 2020 Holiday catalog)

    is live! 

    Click here to see the catalog and here to shop. 

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    I'm hosting my Holiday Catalog Open House Wednesday from 2-6:30 pm.  If you're local, stop in and pick up your catalog, browse the displays, check out the ordering specials and of course eat some yummy treats.

    I will share the displays in a video on my FB page this week!

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    Here's a card I made for an online swap featuring the new Love of Leaves bundle seen here.  

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    I got the idea from a card in the catalog but changed it up quite a bit.  I added a piece of the beautiful Gilded Autumn Specialty designer paper behind the die-cut leaf.  Can you see the stitching around the stitched Rectangle window?  These Stitched Leaves dies stitch on the outside and on the leaf itself!  They're amazing!  

    The colors here are Mint Macaron, Soft Suede & Cajun Craze.  I'll post the card I made with the die-cut leaf itself soon. 

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     Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

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  • Life is Beautiful stamp set, cards tutorial &/or pre-cut cards kit! Reserve yours now!

    The new Holiday catalog goes live tomorrow; August 4th!

    I'm super excited that in as of tomorrow my Life is Beautiful stamp set is available to order!  It's the set I helped design as a perk for achieving a Million Dollars in career sales with Stampin' Up!  It's item #154871 and it's just $17. 

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    I've created many cards with this pretty, all seasons set. It's been a blast to work with. I've picked out 8 cards to include in a kit to go option and/or a tutorial. (details below)

    There are 3 options for you but the best deal is the pre-cut cards kit along with the stamp set and a share of Linen thread. The pdf tutorial for the 8 cards will also include extra card ideas too!  

    Here's a peek at them: 

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    The full kit includes the following and costs $28 plus shipping:

    • the Life is Beautiful photopolymer stamp set
    • an 8 cards pre-cut kit including punched & die-cut pieces
    • a share of Linen thread
    • the pdf tutorial for the 8 cards shown plus more!

    You will need the following to complete your cards:

    • White embossing powder, heat tool, sponges, rhinestones, Dimensionals, adhesive, 
    • Assorted inks (you can easily substitute similar colors) – Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso, Magenta Madness, Balmy Blue, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Calypso Coral, Versmark, Just Jade, Real Red, Black 

    ** There is a glitch in the system on shipping these kit today; I hope to have it fixed soon. Try again in a few days!

    There are three options for you.  Click on each one to see them in my Shop:

    The card kits and stamp sets will be mailed out at the end of August. 

    This kit is an additional kit from my monthly subscription kit I offer.  The other August cards kit will feature the Playful Patterns designer paper. The cards are adorable; bright and fun and great for many occasions. Details later this week!  

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    Get a free package of new Iridescent Pearls in August with an online order over $55. 

    Order online here

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     Get my Flowers for Every Season pdf tutorial free with all online order in August!

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    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 12 cards!

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