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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: 

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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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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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  • Fantastic Team swaps with Botanical Textures suite

    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. 

    Botanical Textures Kim P Save

    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. 

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    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: 

    May Rita Botanical Save

    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!

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    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. 

    May Ginny Woven Textures Save

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    May Specials

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    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!

    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 

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

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  • Adorable Turtle-y Cute fun fold card

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

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    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.  

    TURTLE-Y CUTE 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER Save

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

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    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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    May Specials

    Starter kit deal! 

    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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  • 2 new kits in our kit collection in May; wow!

    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.  

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    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. 

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    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

    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!

    Florals in Bloom suite 1 Save

    Get a free PDF tutorial of your choice with any order over $55 at my shop here 

    Shop tutorials April Save

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