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Ready for some fabulous ‘Cute Halloween’ projects?! Check out the video tutorial

Look at this adorable Halloween card I made on last week's FB Live.  Follow me on Facebook here so you don't miss my weekly videos!  There's on tonight at 7:30 pm CT and every Tuesday at 11 am CT. 

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Product used:

•  the ghosts, pumpkin and striped trim are from the Cute Halloween designer paper in the Holiday catalog.  See it here. 
• I punched one of the ghosts and the pumpkin with the Halloween punch. It's in a bundle with the Cutest Halloween set seen here or on page 51, which is where the greeting is from. *Sadly the Halloween punch is now on back-order until November!
• the wreath & bats are die-cut with the Seasonal Swirl dies seen here & Black Glimmer paper in the annual catalog; seen here
• the ombre background is actually Fresh Freesia CS, with Misty Moonlight & Night of Navy added with our Blending Brushes *watch the video below
• Cute Stars Adhesive-backed sequins are also added to the wreath

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Check out the ghostly treat box in the photo above.  It's so simple to make with the Pretty Pillow box dies!

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The stitched tag is also in the Pretty Pillow Box dies.  Look how it latches – the scalloped front slips in behind the tag in front.  I love that I don't need a special way to keep it closed; the tag does it for me! 

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Check out the other version I made with the fun skeletons on the right?  I fussy cut them from the Cute Halloween paper. 

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Measurements:

• White 4 ¼” X 11” scored at 5 ½”, cut 1 ¾” from the right
• Black 5 ½” X 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”,
• White & Fresh Freesia 3 ¾” X 4 ¾”, Black ½” X 4” strip for greeting
• Cute Halloween DSP ½” strips

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I haven't shared this for awhile so here it is; my favorite cutting template especially for inside a card.  Get 5 pieces from one 8 1/2" X 11" sheet of card stock. If you're making multiples this can save you a lot! 

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Below is the video.  I make another project using Sparkle of the Season before this one. Fast forward to about 22 minutes in to see this neat Halloween card. 

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• A unique fun-fold card with Thoughtful Moments Hybrid embossing folder tips with video & free project sheet

  January 15, 2024

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  For last week's video I highlighted the Thoughtful Moments Hybrid embossing folder.  Once I used it I was hooked!  It's fast & easy!  I hope you watch the video here or below; you'll be amazed! 

  The cards today are both unique fun folds that can easily include a gift card option.  

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  This card features Misty Moonlight, White & Fresh Freesia. The pretty paper is the Flight & Airy designer paper from our Sale-a-Bration catalog.  It's free with a $50 order.  See it here. 

  Here's how the card opens. See the gift card inserted into the left side pocket?  It's so easy to make – a simple cut on the front layer up to the score line. Then adhere the outer and lower sides to form a pocket.  

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  I cased this card from my friend Susie Wood; she is a master designer of fun fold cards.  See here blog here; she usually posts measurements and great directions. 

  Here's her original card she sent me: 

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  I lover her style so much! She used the Poetic Expressions designer paper and the gorgeous Thoughtful Expressions bundle; both from the 2024 Spring catalog. 

  Notice I changed the side I cut the gift card on; see the difference in the two cards below?  I wanted to see how it worked and it is just fine either way. 

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  I used the new brayer to add ink to the folder, added the large die, then white card stock before I ran it through my Cut & Emboss machine. I got a nice handful of inked and embossed greetings! It's so very cool; I hope you watch the video!! 

  This Thoughtful Moments Hybrid embossing folder comes with a set of dies too.  See it here.  

  *Click on this link to see the free project sheet with measurements & photos.  Download Vertical gift card with Thoughtful Moments

  I made the pretty card below during the video. 

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  My colors include Pebbled Path, White & Petal Pink.  The pretty papers are from the Softly Stippled designer paper seen here, also in the 2024 Sale-a-Bration catalog.  It's free with any $50 purchase from Stampin' Up! through  February; or while supplies last.  

  The floral paper I used is originally white with Pebbled Path; I added Petal Pink ink to the flowers with a sponge dauber. 

  Note the layered scalloped labels under the double-layered greeting.  These are from the Thoughtful Expressions dies seen here.  They're a gorgeous set of dies you will want to consider. Originally I did not get the coordinating stamp set, but I did order it now because I've seen so many beautiful samples using it.  We're all enablers! 

  Below is a sample of the many ways you can ink the greetings.  I cannot say how much I love this folder & dies bundle!

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  Details on these die-cuts seen above:

  • The top two in bold Pebbled Path were embossed and cut from White paper. After I cut and embossed them I rolled the inked brayer over them very, very lightly. *see video!
  • Celebrate & Thank you with a thin inking were done by inking the folder with the brayer, adding the die and White card stock, then running it through the Cut & Emboss machine. *it cuts and inks at the same time; with one pass! 
  • The Love You was done with both of the above techniques. Pebbled Path inside the folder and afterwards I brayered Petal Pink over the raised area.  

  Below is the video you can watch to see these techniques using this amazing Hybrid embossing folder in action.  Don't forget to follow me on YouTube!  

  Catch me Live tomorrow here – every Tuesday at 11 am CT I share a free live class!  

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  I have several pre-cut card & scrapbook kits to go; ready to mail out!

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• 2 NEW all inclusive card kits for just $14 each!

  January 14, 2024

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  Stampin' Up! is now releasing TWO new kits each month this year!  They're part of the Kit Collection and a fabulous option for many crafters. 

  Most kits feature cardmaking but there are quite a variety available. See the card kits here and the crafting kits here. 

  Our collection is frequently changing as new kits are released and the availability of previous kits fluctuates. To know which kits are available it's best to look in the online store here. 

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  First up is the Rock Legend kit. This is perfect for teens or musicians!  It's sometimes difficult to find cards for this age group but they nailed it! 

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  This all-occasion paper crafting kit comes with everything you need to make cards that totally rock. Create with die-cut paper pieces of electric guitars, lightning bolts, stars, and other awesome designs. Make eight cards (four each of two designs) with bold colors and preprinted sentiments to celebrate birthdays and more!

  It would also make a great gift for teens or someone with teen kids or grandkids.  See it here.

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  Next is the Panda Friends kit: 

  This kit includes cards in two different sizes to keep your crafting versatile and fresh. Use the preprinted sentiments to make quick multiples and send happy hello greetings to those you care about!

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  This would be a perfect kit for kids.  It's easy with no inky mess since the greetings are printed. It's all inclusive so it's a complete kit; ready to go.  See it here. 

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• Bee Mine Fun Fold card kit to go; or choose the tutorial option. *limited quantities available

  January 12, 2024

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  The cute Bee Mine designer paper is the focus of these colorful fun fold cards in this pre-cut kit to go. It's so reminiscent of my school days! The 10 cards include 5 designs, all of which are special fun folds. 

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  You have a choice of the pre-cut kit or the PDF tutorial. Reserve your pre-cut card kit here – it's $28 plus shipping & includes the following:

  • 10 pre-cut cards with die-cuts and punches
  • 1/2 pkg Bee Mine designer paper; cut into 6 X 12" 
  • a share of the Sweet Sorbet 1/4" ribbon
  • a share of Adhesive-backed Hearts & Flowers
  • the PDF tutorial (valued at $15)

  *I have a limited quantity of these kits; reserve yours while supplies last

  Order the PDF tutorial here; it's $15 and includes measurements, step by step directions, photos & a supplies list

  The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment; check your junk folder. The pre-cut kit is mailed out at the end of January (barring any back-orders).

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  **Add on the Bee My Valentine stamp set or bundle at an extra 10% off. Contact me here for that option. 

  I have a second card kit available this month too; see it here. Order more than one and save on shipping!  

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  I have several pre-cut card & scrapbook kits to go; ready to mail out; some discounted!

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