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Last of our Team swaps include a neat technique and a fun fold


Today I'm sharing the last three card swaps from my Team in October.  Our theme was winter or Christmas. 

First is Roxann's card. It's a Christmas village scene! 

She used the Yuletide Village stamp set seen here.  She also used the Falling Snow background stamp; which she heat embossed with White powder. 

She fussy cut all of these homes, church and trees!  It's so pretty and real looking!  

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Next is a fantastic technique made by Tracey.  You might think she used designer paper here….. 

It's not! She made her own stamped background using watercolor paper and three colors of ink. Here's how she did it:

She thoroughly wet the watercolor paper before stamping the snowflake images in the following inks: Pool Party (looks like green here), Balmy Blue & Boho Blue. When you stamp on the wet paper the ink travels and blends together but leaves a faint impression of the snowflake images sometimes.  Simply gorgeous!

The snowflake die-cuts are from the Frozen Edges dies seen here. The greeting and snowflake images are from the Sparkling Snowflakes stamp set seen here. 

Measurements of the layers are as follows:

  • Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" score at 4 1/4", Textured white layer 5 3/8" X 4 1/8", greeting strip 5 1/2" X 1"
  • Blue background is 4 1/8" X 3 1/4"
  • Watercolor paper strips – left to right – 1/2" X 3 1/2", 3/4" X 3 1/2", 1" X 3 1/2" and 1 1/2" X 3 1/2" 

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Next is a pretty fun fold made by Rita. 

She used the Winter Meadow designer paper and the Encircled in Nature dies (seen here) for her trees.  The front panel (White) is adhered to a flap that is part of the card base.  It's a neat fold! 

Her card base measures 11" X 4 1/4", score at 2 1/4" & 5 1/2". Then make a mark at 1" from the top and 1" from the bottom on the 2 1/4" score line. You'll trim off the outer portion and that creates a flap for the White layer which measures 3 1/4" X 2". 

Thank you to all of my Flowerbug's for creating incredible cards for our October card swap.  My gals are super talented!!

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  • Angled Gate-Fold card with a latch closure; template & video tutorial


    I shared these cards last night on my Monday night Stamp with Me Live.  They're called Angled Gate-Fold cards.

    These first two cards feature the Painted Christmas designer paper, the Thinking, Thanks & Peace stamp set & Seasonal Label dies. The large greeting die-cut was cut smaller by cutting once and reinserting it to trim off a bit. (shared in the video) 

     

    On this card I added dimensionals to only the very left side of the greeting so it could work as a 'latch'.  The right side flap slips between the left side and the die-cut greeting to keep the card closed flat.  *Watch the video below to see how it's done.

    I created an easy template for both the card base and the additional designer paper layer.  

    One important thing to note about the template below for the DSP layer is to be sure to check the direction & side you prefer before trimming off the angles.  You can use this template for both sides; just trim off the opposite edge. 

    I'll share the other two cards I made on Thursday; they're totally different! 

    You can see this video here; click on this photo below to watch. 

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    Get a free package of Gold & Rose Gold Metallic specialty paper from me with a $50 online order in October! 

    All online orders will receive my October PDF tutorial free! 

    This month it features the Gingerbread & Peppermint suite.

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  • Whimsy & Wonder Christmas cards kit to go; opt in by October 19th!


    One of this month's kits features the stunning Whimsy & Wonder specialty designer paper in soft, non-traditional colors.  It includes 10 pre-cut cards; most of which are special fun folds.


    You'll receive the 10 pre-cut cards including die-cuts & punched pieces, 1/2 pkg. Whimsy & Wonder DSP (6" X 12"), White Glitter ribbon, a share of Iridescent snowflakes & subtle sequins. All this for $28 and receive the PDF tutorial free ($15 value)!

    This kit does not include pre-stamped images.  You'll use your own ink and stamps to finish the cards. The stamps used are Poinsettia Petals & Tidings & Trimmings but you can substitute other images easily. Inks include Smoky Slate, Misty Moonlight, Mint Macaron

    You'll use the measurements in the PDF tutorial to cut your new designer paper for each card.  This tutorial includes step by step directions, supplies list, photos and measurements. 

    You can choose the tutorial only option here.   

    Be sure to opt in by October 19th here for this kit! You'll receive the PDF tutorial immediately after payment; please check your junk or spam folder! The kit itself is mailed out at the end of October via Priority mail, barring any back orders.  

    This is the kit my monthly subscribers will receive. If you'd like to receive a kit each month click below to subscribe. It's $36.50 and always includes $20 in product, 10 pre-cut cards plus the PDF tutorial as well!

    There is a 2nd Christmas cards kit available as well.  Click here to see it or click here to get both October kits and save on shipping. 


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    Get a free package of Gold & Rose Gold Metallic specialty paper from me with a $50 online order in October! 

    All online orders will receive my October PDF tutorial free! 

    This month it features the Gingerbread & Peppermint suite.

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  • Don’t miss out! Today is the last day to get the Christmas kit!


    I always love the Christmas Paper Pumpkin kits so I ordered two this time!  I know they'll be quick but beautiful cards I'll be happy to make for my friends & family. Yay; stress free crafting!  
     
    Here's the description of this kit:
    Ready to roast chestnuts on an open fire? With sprinkles of snow, shimmering silver skies, and heartwarming holiday wishes, the Peaceful Christmas Paper Pumpkin Kit is the perfect pick to kickstart your Christmas crafting.
     
    Brew a cup of cocoa, snuggle up with a soft blanket, and prepare for a cozy craft night in with October’s Christmas kit!
    To find out more about this fun, festive, and frosted kit, dash through the snow and make your way here to subscribe!
    Or choose to order just this month's kit here. 
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