New Product share & video tutorial on how to create sky through aspen trees

January 5, 2026

Last week I shared a video highlighting the new products I pre-ordered from both the 2026 Spring catalog and the newest Online Exclusives. I also shared some swaps using new products including this one I made:

This was made with a new stamp set called Aspen Grove. You might know I have a love for tree and leaf stamp sets so this was a definite ‘yes’ on my list. I made over 20 of these for my swap! But I like making multiples of cards I love.

I chose Old Olive, Black and Balmy Blue as my colors here. I knew I wanted a blue sky between the tree limbs so I had to figure out a way to do that. Mmm…..

Here’s what I did: I stamped the three tree limbs on a post it not and fussy cut around and between them. I then stamped on my White card stock and placed the post it note over the stamped image. Now I can add Balmy Blue ink over it all. Tip: I did add a bit more adhesive on the post it note but the best thing would be to use a post it note that is sticky all over (found at the office stores).

After I added the blue sky with a blending brush I stamped the tree leaves repeatedly at the top using Old Olive ink, stamping in both 1st & 2nd generation inks (stamping off once).
The greeting is from a new stamp set called Prayers & Promises.

Here’s the free project sheet you can download or print. Click here.

As you can see below the images in this set are mostly tree limbs and leaves. It’s what I like to call a ‘builder’ set where you can create your own scenes.

Did you spy the new embossing folder called Lovely Stripes? I placed it in the folder on the angle to add more interest. This folder and the stamp set will be available starting tomorrow – Tuesday, January 6th! Click here to shop.

Below is the video tutorial for this card and the new product shares too. I hope you watch! Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel here.

Bonus days are here!

Get this free PDF with all online orders in January!

The 2026 Spring Catalog is live!

January’s Product of the Month
Fabulous Sayings set
Get it for $5 with any $75 purchase

Check out the newest Kits in our Kit Collection here.

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Fantastic Team swaps with Botanical Textures suite

May 16, 2025

Today I have three fantastic swaps made by my Flowerbug's Team; all featuring the Botanical Textures suite from our online store. Did you know we have a huge selection of items that are not seen in any printed catalog? They're called Online Exclusives and you can see them all here.

This first card was made by Kim for her Card Club swap. I had to share it with you because I thought it was so neat. She used Black, White and Lemon Lime Twist.

Her stamped images are from the Textured Notes stamp set. The cute hexagon gems are new and seen in our 2025-26 Annual Catalog.

Next is a fabulous fancy fold card made by Rita. She also used this same Botanical Textures DSP along with Petunia Pop card stock.

She used the Bright Borders stamp set and the To the Point punch. This punch has been out of stock for months! I hope it comes back soon. It is expected around June 2nd.

Here's the view when it's open:

The card base is 11" X 5 1/2". It's scored at 1 3/4", 3 1/2", 5 1/4" & 7". Then it's trimmed horizontally at 1" from the upper and lower edges but only from the 1 3/4" and 5 1/4" score lines.

The DSP is 6 3/4" X 5 1/4".

It looks like she adhered the DSP and then cut the slits open with a paper trimmer. So cool! No difficulty measuring your layers when you do it this way.

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Lastly today is Ginny's card made with the Woven Textures DSP and the Textured Notes bundle. I love these products; one of my favorites from the online store!

Her colors include Early Espresso and Crumb Cake. She used five different dies from the Textured Notes dies! I especially like the frame in the center, highlighting that pretty DSP.

Below is the inside view stamped with textural images from the Textured Notes stamp set.

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Adorable Turtle-y Cute fun fold card

May 15, 2025
Last weekend we held our monthly Team swap and Lori made this super cute card.

It's a vertical book binding card fold. I love how this fold allows you to show off so much fun products like the DSP and the embossing folder. Her turtle & balloon are fussy cut from the Turtle-y Cute DSP.

She used the Turtle-y Cute suite seen here. So many fun elements! Unfortunately the Turtle Textures embossing folder is currently unavailable.

Measurements:
- Base 8 1/2" X 5 1/2" score 1 3/4", 3 1/4" & 4 1/4"
- yellow is 2 5/8" X 5 1/2"
- green textured 2 3/8" X 5 1/4"
- DSP 2 pieces at 3/4" X 5 1/4"
- white inside 2 1/8" X 5 1/4"
- banner greeting 2 3/4" X 7/8"
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2 new kits in our kit collection in May; wow!

May 14, 2025

You're going to love the two new kits that were released last week. This first one is actually featured in our new Annual Catalog. It's been a big favorite of many so far.

The Beautiful Blues kit includes 9 cards with coordinating envelopes – 3 each of 3 different designs. Click here to see it online.

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Beautiful Blues Photopolymer Stamp Set
– Clear stamp block
– Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot™
– Step-by-step instructions
– 9 printed card bases
– 9 printed envelopes
– Precut paper pieces, dot embellishments
– Adhesive

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The next kit features 8 unique cards with coordinating envelopes.

It's perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. It would also make a fantastic gift for anyone; crafter or not! See it here.

DETAILS
– Makes 8 cards: 1 each of 8 designs
– Folded card size: 3-1/2" x 5"
– Colors: Basic Black, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Fresh Freesia, Garden Green, Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie
– Sentiments printed in Dutch, English, French, and German

Kit includes one of each item listed below.
– Step-by-step instructions
– 8 printed note card bases
– 8 printed envelopes
– 1 printed notecard box
– Precut paper pieces
– Includes printed and UV-coated designs
– Adhesive

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May Specials

Starter kit deal!

Reserve my new Designer Paper Share here

Get $166 in product of your choice for just $99 with free shipping! Click here!

Earn free card kits in May with online orders! Get 4 kits with a $60 order and orders over $80 receive all 6 cards. All you need are greetings, gems and adhesives to assemble.

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Get my Florals in Bloom PDF tutorial free with any online order in May!

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