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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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  • Beautiful Traditions of Christmas kit to go or tutorial; reserve yours soon


    One of my October kits to go & tutorials features the gorgeous Traditions of Christmas designer paper. Each card is a fun fold too!

    I love the floral and traditional patterns in this pack of specialty paper. It has gold foil accents and a wonderful variety of colors.

    You can choose between the pre-cut kit to go or the PDF tutorial. The kit includes almost $20 in Stampin’ Up! products AND the pre-cut cards too. The product includes 1/2 pkg of the DSP, a share of Sparkly Sequins and Olive linen thread.

    I include the die-cuts & punched pieces too. Everything is cut for you except your new designer paper share which is 6″ X 12″ – or one half package. You will need your own inks and greeting sentiments plus adhesives of course.

    Opt in for the pre-cut kit to go here for $31.

    Or the PDF tutorial here. The tutorial and exclusive video will be emailed to you immediately after payment. It includes photos, measurements, a supply list and step by step instructions.

    Remember that there are two more kit to go options in October; I’ll share them here in the next few days. Or to see them please go to my shop at www.flowerbugshop.com You’ll save money on shipping when you purchase more than one kit.

    Reasons to ShopwithLeeAnn.com

    • Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
    • An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
    • Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
    • Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
    • Be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber and enjoy the free bonus project PDF tutorial every month. Subscribe here. Refills here.

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    October Specials

    3 new kits and a Starter Kit special! See the kits here.

    And get the Starter kit here. *Choose your deal – $35 or $99 plus $90 in free products including free shipping, free Paper Pumpkin kit & free catalogs/business supplies!

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    All online orders from me will receive a beautiful PDF of projects featuring the Modern Christmas suite.

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  • I finished the Handmade & Heartfelt kit; it’s so cool!


    I played with this fun kit yesterday and made 13 cards! This neat card kit is discounted through today only. It would make a fabulous gift or enjoy it for yourself. see it here

    It’s a 10 card kit with envelopes, a stamp set, a storage box, ink spot and more. I added a few extra card bases and got an extra 3 cards from it.
    Here are my bonus cards:

    See the lower right card? I used the template from the lower left card to sponge Secret Sea ink through the holes to create the starburst pattern. When I did this I did it on the back side so I could still use it on the ‘thanks’ card.

    Below are a few more cards I changed up from the original plan. It’s so fun to do this. Even though it’s a pre-planned card kit I love adding my own spin on them.

    The cards, envelopes, stamp set etc all fit in the organizer box that’s includes. What a great way to store your cards! See this kit here.

    Click on the photo below to see it online and get the details on purchasing this. Remember that

    Reasons to ShopwithLeeAnn.com

    • Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
    • An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
    • Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
    • Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
    • Be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber and enjoy the free bonus project PDF tutorial every month. Subscribe here. Refills here.

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    October Specials

    3 new kits and a Starter Kit special! See the kits here.

    And get the Starter kit here. *Choose your deal – $35 or $99 plus $90 in free products including free shipping, free Paper Pumpkin kit & free catalogs/business supplies!

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    All online orders from me will receive a beautiful PDF of projects featuring the Modern Christmas suite.

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  • Artistic Leaves with Gathering Together with an easy card sketch plan


    Here’s the second card I shared on last week’s video. I wanted to feature a card sketch my Flowerbug’s are currently using.

    Besides the Artistic Leaves stamp set I also used the Gathering Moments bundle and the Gathering Together specialty designer paper with this sketch:

    You might wonder what a sketch is… It’s a layout of boxes or shapes to indicate where you might add layers such as card stock, designer paper, punches or die-cuts.

    My colors include Basic Beige, Cajun Craze, Gold and Vanilla.

    Here’s the sketch if you want to save it for an idea. I truly believe card sketches are a fabulous way to get inspiration when creating. Remember that a sketch is just the beginning; you can change it up in any way depending on what products you’re using.

    The measurements are also include in the free project sheet I created. Click here to download or print it.

    I hope you watch the video below to catch the tips and also to see the other beautiful autumn leaf card.

    Reasons to ShopwithLeeAnn.com

    • Get a free PDF project tutorial with any online order! (changes monthly)
    • An order of $55 or more earns you a free 3 card stamping kit with pre-cut layers; ready to stamp & assemble
    • Earn 10% host rewards on each order you place (over $20). Redeem on a future order.
    • Join my Flowerbug’s Team and get $90 in free product of your choice in October! Details here.
    • Be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber and enjoy the free bonus project PDF tutorial every month. Subscribe here. Refills here.

    Lots of discounted kits available now! Grab one or more today here.

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    October Specials

    3 new kits and a Starter Kit special! See the kits here.

    And get the Starter kit here. *Choose your deal – $35 or $99 plus $90 in free products including free shipping, free Paper Pumpkin kit & free catalogs/business supplies!

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    All online orders from me will receive a beautiful PDF of projects featuring the Modern Christmas suite.

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