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See how the Josephs Coat Technique is done; with video & free project sheet

Here's another project made on last week's Live video; it's the Josephs Coat technique using the new, upcoming Leaf Collection stamp.  

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That greeting stamp & scalloped oval die-cut are from the new Unbounded Love bundle from the upcoming 2024 Annual Catalog. I showed how to do this technique in the video here.  I also have a free project sheet with directions. 

Here are the steps:

  1. Sponge ink all over a neutral piece of card stock – Pretty Peacock, new Summer Splash and lastly Granny Apple Green. 
  2. Wipe off any excess ink with a tissue to remove moisture.  Swipe with an embossing buddy.
  3. Ink your stamp in Versamark ink. Heat emboss with Clear embossing powder.  
  4. Use a water-based ink pad like Memento Black and rub or tap the ink over it all.  This is called 'Direct to Paper'. 
  5. With a damp tissue or paper towel, wipe off excess ink from the embossed area. It will not stay on the embossed area. 
  6. Finish your card as you'd like. 

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I inked the stamp again in a few colors – Granny Apple Green & Summer Splash, and fussy cut some leaves out for accents. Dies used above include Something Fancy & Stylish Shapes. 

The card below features an emboss resist technique.  Same colors but the steps are different. 

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  1. First I stamped using Versamark ink onto White card stock and heat embossed with clear embossing powder. 
  2. Then I added ink over the clear embossing; using Blending Brushes. Inks include: Summer Splash, Pretty Peacock and Granny Apple Green.  *This must be water-based ink!
  3. Use a damp tissue or paper towel to wipe off excess ink that will not stick to the embossed areas. Done! 

The greeting is from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set (online exclusive) and the tags are from the Something Fancy dies (carrying over). 

Click here for the free project sheet:   Download Leaf Collection Josephs Coat cards

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Which card do you prefer above?  Left or right? 

Below is the video on how I made this card along with a few resist techniques featuring new Annual Catalog products. I hope you watch it AND subscribe to my YouTube channel too. 

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April Specials: 

*current host code link:   D6QRFZ7J

Here's a link to the Last Chance list 

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A free gift with orders in April:

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Check out my available Kits & Tutorials here:

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All online orders in April will receive a free multi-project tutorial!

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  • Easy 8 Card Wonder template with Forever Fern in a kit to go!

    I'm super excited about my newest One Sheet Wonder; I'm calling it the Easy 8 Card Wonder.  I've been doing a bunch of quick card layouts on my Monday night FB live's and have loved the comments on how simple and easy the cards have been.  People are actually making cards and building their stash AND sending them out too!  I LOVE hearing this!  

    So I wanted to create a simple card plan using our beautiful stamped images as the main focus of the cards.  

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    The 8 Card Wonder features a template you print on neutral card stock and stamp on the other side.  Then just cut on the printed lines and assemble your cards like shown.  Here's the stamped 8 1/2" X 11" White card stock before I turned it over and cut on the printed lines. 

    The Forever Fern distinktive images in this stamp set are absolutely stunning!

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    You can see part of the template under the cards here:

    Easy 8 card wonder template Save

    For these cards I used Bermuda Bay, Gorgeous Grape, Old Olive and Pretty Peacock ink and card stock. 

    Forever Fern kit contents Save

    The pdf tutorial is now available here. 

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    June Specials

    The new catalog is here!!!  

    2020 Annual Catalog Save

    Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

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    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here

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  • Forever Fern card with video; quick & gorgeous!

    Forever Fern is my absolute favorite stamp set in the new annual catalog so far.  The images are beautifully detailed and Distinktive!  That means that with one inking you get multiple hues of color on your stamped image.  Look at the detail and natural shading! See it here.

    Forever Fern swap card Save

    I chose to use Pretty Peacock, Gorgeous Grape and Old Olive here.  That pretty die-cut is from the Tasteful Labels dies seen here.  

    If you want this stamp set you might wait to order it along with my newest 8 card wonder; it's included in the kit to go!  Click here to order.  Quantities are limited! More Details will be posted tomorrow! 

    Forever Fern kit contents Save

    I hope you watch my quick video below to learn the tips to make a card like this.  

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    June Specials

    The new catalog is here!!!  

    2020 Annual Catalog Save

    Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

    Lovely You graphic Save

    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here

    Elegant Faceted Gems Save

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  • The new catalog is here! We can order after Noon MT today!!!

    Crafters are always ready for new products, right?  Even if you think you there will always be more that you 'need'!  It's not hoarding or collecting if you actually use it, right?

    Hopefully you have your new catalog now.  If you do not have a local demonstrator let me know if you'd like one; they cost just $5 for shipping to you.  You can see all of the new products here online. 

    Here's a card I made using all 5 of the beautiful new 2020-22 In Colors:  

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    The card base is Misty Moonlight and the three 1 1/4" strips are Just Jade, Magenta Madness and Cinnamon Cider.  I added the greeting die-cuts in White and Bumble Bee. These pretty die-cuts are from the Tasteful Labels dies on page 179; they're awesome and one of my favorites I've used a ton. 

    For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook.  I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!  

    I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more. 

    2020 New Catalog kickoff party Save

    I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!   If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal! 

    This offer is only available through Friday! 

    My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!

    • 5 new In Color ink pads
    • 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
    • 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
    • full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
    • Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
    • 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
    • FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!

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    How do you get it? 

    • Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.  
    • Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping.  Contact me to order by Friday!

    Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping!  See that option here. 

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     *These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues. 

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    June Specials

    The new catalog starts today!!!!  

    2020 Annual Catalog Save

    Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!

    Lovely You graphic Save

    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here

    Elegant Faceted Gems Save

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