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


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.  

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.  

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: 

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. 

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. 

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!

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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  • Pretty cards in the Poetic Expressions card kit to go or PDF tutorial


    I chose to feature the Poetic Expressions designer paper for my February card kit to go because of it's soft & pretty patterns. 

    Just beautiful & fresh color combos & layouts here. There are 5 sets of cards for a total of 10 in this kit to go; all featuring the pretty Poetic Expressions designer paper. A few are fancy fold layouts. 

    This kit includes the following:

    • All pre-cut card elements, die-cuts and punched pieces
    • 1/2 pkg Poetic Expressions designer series paper (6" X 12")
    • a share of the Adhesive-backed In Color dots
    • a share of Natural Wavy trim
    • the PDF tutorial with photos, measurements, step by step instructions and a supplies list.

    You will use a paper trimmer to cut your new designer paper, stamp your greetings and assemble! You'll enjoy stress free crafting with my kits to go and have leftover product & card ideas to make more! 

    The 10 cards & extra product is $28 plus shipping; see it here.  The PDF tutorial is $15 and can be seen here. 

    I used the Thoughtful Expressions, Filled with Happiness & Wild Fern stamp sets but you can substitute any greetings you already own. However if you'd like the Thoughtful Expressions bundle you can add it on with an extra 10% off and earn a free Sale-a-Bration choice!  *or add on any product valued over $30 and receive a free SAB choice. Contact me here. 

    This is the kit my subscribers will receive. If you'd like to receive a pre-cut cards kit (with extra products to make more) each month click here. It's $28 plus shipping and subscribers receive bonus products every few months.  

    *Reserve your kit by February 16th. This kit is mailed out at the end of February via Priority mail. The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment. Please check your junk folder

    Each month I offer two new kits.  I also have quite a few extras in my shop. See them all here.  Save on shipping and order more than one! 

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    February Specials: 

    Earn FREE products with your Stampin' Up! purchase during

    Sale-a-Bration! *click here

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    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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    Get a free Gold Foiled cards & envelopes kit

    with an online order over $55 in February

    All online orders in February will receive this free tutorial with 8 projects!

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  • 3 ways to use the Layered Floral on one card!


    I shared this pretty textured card on last week's FB live video: 

    The textured card stock is Fresh Freesia.  I used a Blending Brush with Blackberry Bliss ink to highlight the gorgeous texture. The Layered Floral 3D embossing folder is amazing; it has super deep texture! 

    I made a second card during the video with another rich color combination of Night of Navy with Boho Blue. Note the different ways I added vellum to these two cards. 

    Also note the pretty texture added to the envelope flap; why don't we do this more often!? 

    Here are the 3 ways I featured this pretty Layered Floral 3D embossing folder:

    1. Textured, then added ink with a Blending Brush.
    2. I textured the envelope flap and add a very light ink, again with a Blending Brush.
    3. Cut out a large flower from a separate piece of textured card stock; and I punched a smaller flower using the Petal Park Builder punch – yes it coordinates!!

    Products used here:

    • Layered Floral 3D embossing folder; seen here
    • Deckled Circle dies seen here
    • Vellum card stock
    • Cheerful Daisy dies
    • Heartfelt Hellos stamp set from Sale-a-Bration catalog seen here; free with a $50 order

    Which is your favorite?

    Click on this link to download the free project sheet: Download Layered Floral & Perennial Postage cards


    You can see the video below. I share another way to use this beautiful folder too! 

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    Earn FREE products with your Stampin' Up! purchase during

    Sale-a-Bration! *click here

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    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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    All online orders in February will receive this free tutorial with 8 projects!

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  • Stunning cards in the Lovely Lavender card kit to go!


    I love these gorgeous cards so much!  They have lots of details & elements but they're still quick to create!

    This card kit includes 12 cards; you'll make 4 each of 3 card designs. It's based on the Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin refill kit but I've added an extra 4 cards, changed them up and added on extra product to jazz them up.

    The kit includes the following:

    • 12 card bases, greeting labels & die-cut elements for the 12 cards
    • a share of Fine Shimmer Purple gems
    • a share of Paper Butterfly Accents
    • 12 envelopes
    • The PDF tutorial with photos & step by step directions

    This kit does not include stamps or inks. You'll need greetings, purple ink & adhesives to complete the cards. I used the Charming Sentiments set. 

    Click here to reserve your kit for $28 plus shipping. 

    I have a limited supply of these kits; do not wait long to reserve yours!  The kits will be mailed out at the end of February. The PDF tutorial will be sent via email immediately after payment. Check your junk folder. 

    I have 6 other pre-cut card kits & 1 scrapbook kit available in my shop right now.  Save on shipping and order more than one! 

    Here's a photo of the other new February kit or tutorial I'm offering. 

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    February Specials: 

    Earn FREE products with your Stampin' Up! purchase during

    Sale-a-Bration! *click here

    *current host code link:  M7NAN4HT

    It's the best time to get a pre-paid Sale-a-Bration subscription

    & earn free Sale-a-Bration products!  


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    Get a free Gold Foiled cards & envelopes kit

    with an online order over $55 in February

    All online orders in February will receive this free tutorial with 8 projects!

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