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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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Here's a link to the Last Chance list 

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A free gift with orders in April:

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

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  • Impressions Abloom In Color card with free project sheet & video

    I shared this pretty card on last week's Live video.  We made it at my card clubs in May.  

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    It features two of our newest In Colors – Strawberry Slush and Darling Duckling.  The card base is Summer Splash.  I think these colors are fabulous together. 

    The Strawberry Slush layer was embossed with the new Pressed Flowers embossing folder.  It's part of this suite and can be seen here.  

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    I popped up the stamped oval and adhered the stitched frame flat. I added our new 2025-27 In Color flat pearls. They're awesome and can be found here.  They come in the previous In Colors as well. 

    The Impressions Abloom bundle has it all; floral and greeting images with fabulous, coordinating dies.  I'll be sharing a few cards made with it this week to convince you how great it is.  

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    This stamp set is both a 2-step set and distinktive which means it gives multiple hues of color with one inking.  

    Look at the Summer Splash flowers on each card. They're different. The card on the left was done by not matching up the flower images. It gives the look of a fuller flower compared to the card on the right.  Lots of options! 

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    Here is the free project sheet for this card. Click on the following link to print or download it. Download May Impressions Abloom card

    Below is the video tutorial for this card and one more using this wonderful bundle.  I hope you watch it; don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel too! 

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    May Specials

    Starter kit deal! 

    Reserve my new Designer Paper Share here

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

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    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. 

    Order here 

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

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  • An exciting Scrapbook kit available Wednesday with 12 layouts!

    I'm super excited to share this fabulous scrapbooking kit with you.  If you're a scrap-booker you'll love this opportunity! 

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    Month by Month Album Retreat 2025 Kit

    To make the 12-spread album, you’ll want to purchase the Month by Month Album Retreat 2025 kit. Everyone who purchases a kit will receive an email in early July with a link to the exclusive Facebook page where the live event will stream.

    We only have a limited number of kits, so make sure to order yours ASAP when the ordering period begins on May 28!

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    This kit contains 4 exclusive stamp sets; precut pieces of Designer Series Paper and Two-Tone Cardstock; Two-Tone Cardstock sheets; embellishments; Memory Protectors; Flip Flaps; and photo placeholders.

    *It does not include an album. You do not need an album to complete this kit, but using an album is a great way to keep all your spreads together in one place. 

    Here is a picture of the supplies you'll get in this kit. 

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    Here are the additional supplies you'll need to complete the 12 layouts.  Download 2025_VIRTUAL_ALBUM_RETREAT_SUPPLIES-US

    This kit costs $250 and can be found in the online store here on Wednesday, May 28th. 

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    May Specials

    Starter kit deal! 

    Reserve my new Designer Paper Share here

    2025 DSP share Save

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

    May join deal Save

    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. 

    Order here 

    May card kits Save

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

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  • Check out these cards made with the new Paper Tag bundle

    I was thrilled to get this cute card in my swaps at the Disney trip. It's made by Kylie Henshaw from the UK. 

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    She used an embossing technique here; sponging colors on the white card stock first and then stamping and heat embossing the image in Black embossing powder.  What a fun card!  The bundle used here is the Paper Tags bundle seen below. 

    This next card was made by Sara, the CEO of Stampin' Up!

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    This card was attached to this neat tote (seen below) that was one of our extra gifts on our Disney trip.  The colors include Pool Party, Lost Lagoon, Pretty Peacock and Strawberry Slush ribbon. The die-cut and greeting are from the Paper Tags bundle seen here.  

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    The tote was filled with lots of snacks and beverages. But you know how cats are with boxes or totes!  At the first opportunity Sadie jumped in and claimed it. 

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    May Specials

    Starter kit deal! 

    Reserve my new Designer Paper Share here

    2025 DSP share Save

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

    May join deal Save

    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. 

    Order here 

    May card kits Save

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

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