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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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  • You’ll want to make this easy box for cards. Grab the free tutorial!

    I shared this fabulous box for gifting or storing cards in on last week’s Live video. It’s one of those projects you NEED to make!

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    I found a similar project on Pinterest but the measurements weren’t for A2 cards so I reconfigured it and came up with this one. I love it and the fact that it’s super easy makes it a must have to save among your project ideas.

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    I used Secret Sea card stock, the DSP and with the retiring Branching Out dies (so sad!) for the front. The Secret Sea bordered ribbon is perfect to wrap and tie into a bow for giving.

    If you don’t have these Branching Out dies; I think they’re a must have! Get them ASAP before they’re gone for good.

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    It features the Lovely Blossoms suite; especially the Lovely Blossoms designer paper here and the Lovely Arrangements bundle seen here.

    I added three cards & envelopes inside the box but it would fit 5-6 cards if they’re not too thick.

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    I’ll share the cards in my blog post tomorrow. But in the meantime the template for this box is below.

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    I created a free project sheet for both the box and the cards. Please click here to print or save it!

    The video tutorial is below; please watch it to see how to assemble the box.

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    Product of the Month is the Eyelet Blooms dies

    *Get a free 12 project tutorial when you redeem this POM from me!

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    Free PDF tutorial featuring the Delicate Whispers suite!

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    And below is the video tutorial on how to assemble the box and some of the cards.

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  • Lovely Florals card kit to go with PDF & video tutorial

    Here’s something new & different in my card kits to go. I decided to play with the Lovely Florals scrapbook kit to create cards with. This kit from Stampin’ Up! includes sooo much product and it’s only $15 on the Last Chance list! *see it here

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    It was super easy to convert the scrapbooking plan to cards. Here’s what I came up with.

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    Aren’t they beautiful?! This is one of those kits you’ll truly enjoy creating; they’re so quick, easy and gorgeous.

    Reserve your card kit here and it will be mailed to you at the end of April. This kit includes 10 pretty cards and many of the products you need to make them.  

    Here’s what you’ll receive in your kit:

    • 10 pre-cut cards including die-cuts, punches and layers 
    • Multiple sheets of Lovely Florals designer series paper (12 X 12″)
    • three sheets of floral & greeting die-cuts and stickers in 12 X 12″ size!
    • a share of Rhinestone jewels
    • the PDF tutorial and the exclusive video tutorial

    The PDF tutorial is sent to you via email immediately after payment; check your spam folder. The actual kit with products is sent at the end of April via Priority Mail.  

    *You will need greeting images, inks, adhesives and a paper trimmer to finish the cards. 

    See all of my kits and tutorials here.

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  • Hello Spring card kit to go; so pretty!

    Look at the these beautiful, botanical cards I made with a retired Paper Pumpkin kit.

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    I redesigned the cards using the many pretty elements in the kit. 

    In this kit you’ll receive supplies to make 12 cards with envelopes. All card bases and layers are included along with linen thread & sequin gems. You’ll need Old Olive or Mossy Meadow ink, greeting images, a paper trimmer, scissors and adhesives to complete the cards.  

    You can reserve this kit here for $31. Or if you already own this PP kit you can grab the tutorial here. The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after purchase; check your spam or junk folder. The kit is mailed out at the end of April. 

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    I have three NEW kits this month; be sure to check them all out here. You’ll save $$ on shipping when ordering more than one kit.

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    April Specials:

    Check out the Last Chance list here; these items go fast!

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    Product of the Month is the Eyelet Blooms dies

    *Get a free 12 project tutorial when you redeem this POM from me!

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