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Nature’s Prints 5 sheet wonder; these 5 templates make creating so easy!

It's been awhile since I made a group of cards with my 5 sheet wonder templates.  The Nature's Prints stamp set was a perfect choice for it.  

And playing with three of our newest In Colors paired with Navy & White helped create these beautiful cards. 

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I'm holding a class on Wednesday, May 25th at 6 pm here in Minot, ND for my local customers. RSVP to attend by May 22nd. You can see my PDF tutorial on my shop here.  I am not offering it as a kit to go at this time. 

I chose the new colors of Starry Sky, Parakeet Party & Orchid Oasis to start with.  I needed a 4th color and wanted to stick with the blues and greens so I added Navy to the mix.  

My greetings and images are all from the Nature's Prints stamp set seen here.  

How do my 5 sheet wonder templates work?  Here are the steps:

1. Choose at least 4 colors of ink and card stock for your cards.  
2. Choose a stamp set that has a variety of images, from large to small. It helps if they are non directional (okay stamped in different directions). 
3. Print out Template A on White CS and stamp the non printed side with the images and inks you chose creating your own paper. *You could use DSP but you'll want to print on the reverse side. Here is mine below: 

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3. Turn the stamped piece over and cut on the printed lines.  (I print my card stock with a printer but if your printer will not work with card stock you can have a copy place print them for you.  Or just use the template measurements as a guide. 

4. You'll also print templates B-E on four other colors of card stock.  Cut on the printed lines (you'll use the reverse side for your cards).  

5. You'll need 10 card bases in the colors you chose.  Place them on the table and add all of the cut pieces over each card base.  Tip; Use contrasting colors.  If there are many dark pieces I use a light card base and if there are mostly light pieces like the examples below, I'll use a dark card base.  

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6.  Now you'll assemble the cards using my finished samples as a guide. 

7.  You'll stamp your greetings using a variety of punched or die-cut pieces and finish your cards, adding ribbon or gems as desired.  

Easy, no measuring cards that are BEAUTIFUL and multi-layered.  You can see my 5 sheet wonder PDF tutorial here on my Shop site.  The PDF tutorial includes multiple card and color examples. 

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• Easy card design; get two cards with one cut with the So Very Vellum Specialty paper

  March 10, 2020

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  The 2nd set of Sale-a-Bration products are here!  There are 5 new items you can choose from that you get FREE with a $50 – $100 order from now through March 31st.  Honestly I am guessing the Vellum and Flowering Foils papers might sell out before March is over. 

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  I made these quick cards with the pretty textured So Very Vellum and the Eyelet Lace embossing folder in the annual catalog. 

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  To get two pieces from each quarter sized sheet of vellum see the measurements and tips are below.

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  The colors are Pool Party, Soft Sea Foam and Purple Posy which are the colors this specialty vellum comes in.  It has a dotted grid of texture on each sheet!  This specialty vellum is one of the new FREE choices with any $50 order in March. See it here. 

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  1. Cut one piece of vellum measuring 4" X 5 1/4".  Make a mark at 1 1/2" from the upper left and 1 1/2" from the lower right and cut each piece in half at a diagonal.  You'll have 2 perfect diagonal pieces for your cards.  
  2. Adhere the vellum to the White 4" X 5 1/4" card base using liquid glue; I prefer Multipurpose adhesive.  I added a thin line under the dots on the vellum and it doesn't show at all!  
  3. The die-cuts are from the Stitched So Sweetly dies; I did add a scalloped 1 1/8" circle punch between the two layers and sponged the White pieces. 
  4. The greetings are from the So Sentimental stamp set; it's a bundle with the dies at a 10% savings.  See it here. 

   

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  Four March Specials besides Sale-a-Braton

  and the Product Coordination Release seen here!

  March host code is TRYUEHDZ 

  1. All online orders will receive a free Mountain View pdf cards tutorial in an email.

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  2. If your order is over $55 you'll get a Sale-a-Bration paper sampler and metallic cards & envelopes kit!  A great start to beautiful card making. 

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  March host code is TRYUEHDZ

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  3. THE Best deal! Choose any FREE stamp set when you purchase the Starter kit during Sale-a-Bration; of any value! Plus you'll get a free paper trimmer and a 6 X 6 sampler of new Designer Paper!  It's just $99 plus tax and you can choose $125 in products with free shipping! Be either a 'Happy Shopper' and enjoy the discount or make extra spending money.

  Click here to join my awesome Flowerbug's Team! 

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  4. Earn a ticket in the drawing for each $25 you order online in March for a free Little Ladybug stamp set!

  Order online here

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• Peaceful Poppies cards kit to go; RSVP by March 19th!

  March 9, 2020

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  The cards kit to go features the Peaceful Poppies designer paper. It's full of hand painted blooms accented by watercolor effects all inspired by fields of poppies.   

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  The 5 designs include two unique fun fold cards which are easy to make yet special for the recipient. 

   

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  This kit to go includes $20 in actual product (before tax & shipping).  You're getting the 10 cards pre-cut kit for just $5!  See those beautiful die-cuts and trim pieces? They are included in my kits!  I do the time consuming work for you so you can enjoy the fun of just stamping and assembly. 

  *If you like pre-cut card kits you will LOVE my monthly kits to go!  Here are some comments from my subscribers:

  – I made all the cards, and had a great time.  I loved all the different folds and color choices.  Thanks for making my week!

  – Your directions are always so easy to follow and your projects are unique.

  – I just received the January card kit and love it!

  – I loved these cards; they were so fun to make. 

  Here's one of the fun-fold cards in this month's kit.  It has a pocket for your greeting and/or a gift card if you'd like to add one.

   

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  I did use the poppy image from the Painted Poppies set in the card above. 

  For my greetings I used the Peaceful Moments stamp set seen below.  If you add it on you will get a free Sale-a-Bration choice with your kit. Or choose the Peaceful Moments bundle  and earn you a free SAB choice. See your free choices here.

  The Painted Poppies bundle is not available right now but should be back mid April! Both of these bundles coordinate together beautifully and are part of the Peaceful Poppies suite on pages 24-27 in the mini catalog.

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  The cards kit to go includes the following:

  – a pre-cut cards kit for 10 cards; including die-cuts and many punched pieces

  – Free pdf instructions with photos, measurements (to make more), step by step instructions and a supplies list

  – 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper

  – 1 full package of the Peaceful Poppies sequins

  – 3 spools of colored Baker's twine in Poppy Parade, Black and Garden Green

  **You have through March 19th to RSVP for this kit.  It's $28 for locals and $36 for long distance and includes Priority Shipping.

   

  If you'd like to add on the Peaceful Moments stamp set or the bundle (seen above) please let me know.  If you do add it on, (or anything else of $30 or more) I will combine shipping AND you get a free Sale-a-Bration choice! See the free items here. 

   

  ***Be sure to RSVP by the 19th to get your kit! 

   

  It's just $28 for locals and $36 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out at the end of March and the pdf tutorial is emailed.  

   

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  *You are subscribing to my monthly card kits but can cancel at any time. 

  *I can also send you a PayPal invoice for this month's kit.  Email me at lagreff60@gmail.com

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• Time Limited: don’t miss out on the FREE stamp set in March’s Paper Pumpkin box

  March 7, 2020

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  It's the 7th anniversary of Paper Pumpkin and they're celebrating by adding an extra stamp set in this month's crafty box.  The March 2020 kit will arrive in an exclusive, specially-designed box that you and your subscribers will love! Think daffodils, raindrops, and a fresh spring vibe.

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  To get this month's cards kit be sure to subscribe here by March 10th or purchase a pre-paid subscription below.  I always get a pre-paid subscription in March so I can take advantage of Sale-a-Bration.  You can see those here.

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  Here's how that works:

  • a 3 month pre-paid subscription earns me 1 free Sale-a-Bration choice
  • a 6 month pre-paid subscription earns me 2 free choices!
  • 1 12 month pre-paid subscription earns me 4 free choices!!! 

  About the March Kit

  • Kit contains supplies for 12 cards and envelopes (4 cards of 3 designs)
  • Note card size: 5" x 3-1/2" (12.7 x 8.9 cm)
  • Envelope size: 5-1/8" x 3-5/8" (13 x 9.2 cm)

  Coordinating Colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Grapefruit Grove, Gray Granite, Pear Pizzazz, Petal Pink, Shaded Spruce, and So Saffron

  About the FREE Stamp Set

  • The additional stamp set is a great value and coordinates with the March kit design; however, you do not need it to complete the March cards.
  • The additional stamp set is a 4×6 footprint, which is larger than most Paper Pumpkin sets and is designed for use on a variety of crafting projects.

  Be sure to purchase this by March 10th to get this month's free kit! 

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