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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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January Specials: 

Get a free embellishment from the 2024 Spring catalog

with an online order over $55


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Reserve your Spring & Sale-a-Bration designer paper share

$18 for 78 sheets! (plus $7 shipping). Email me here

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I have several pre-cut card & scrapbook kits to go; ready to mail out!

Click here to see them all.

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  • The new catalog is here! We can order after Noon MT today!!!


    Crafters are always ready for new products, right?  Even if you think you there will always be more that you 'need'!  It's not hoarding or collecting if you actually use it, right?

    Hopefully you have your new catalog now.  If you do not have a local demonstrator let me know if you'd like one; they cost just $5 for shipping to you.  You can see all of the new products here online. 

    Here's a card I made using all 5 of the beautiful new 2020-22 In Colors:  

    The card base is Misty Moonlight and the three 1 1/4" strips are Just Jade, Magenta Madness and Cinnamon Cider.  I added the greeting die-cuts in White and Bumble Bee. These pretty die-cuts are from the Tasteful Labels dies on page 179; they're awesome and one of my favorites I've used a ton. 

    For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook.  I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!  

    I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more. 


    I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!   If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal! 

    This offer is only available through Friday! 

    My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!

    • 5 new In Color ink pads
    • 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
    • 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
    • full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
    • Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
    • 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
    • FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!


    How do you get it? 

    • Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.  
    • Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping.  Contact me to order by Friday!

    Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping!  See that option here. 


     *These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues. 

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    June Specials

    The new catalog starts today!!!!  


    Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!


    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here

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  • Exclusive In Color Bundle special offer through Friday only!


    I'm so excited!  Today is my annual New Catalog Launch Party from 2-6 pm and I am giving out the new catalogs!!!. My local customers are invited to stop by and browse the new products and project boards.  Our state is allowing gatherings now but I know some people aren't quite ready yet so they can drop in from 4-6 pm and pick up their catalog. 

    For my long distance customers I'm holding a Virtual New Catalog Party Wednesday evening from 6-9 here on Facebook.  I'm so excited about this; it's the first time I've held one!  

    I'll have videos, both live and recorded, fun & games, ordering specials, door prizes & more. 


    I'm also offering my exclusive In Color bundle to everyone; both local & long distance!  

                If you like having the new In Color products and getting it all right away, you'll love this special deal! 

    This offer is only available through Friday! 

    My In Color Bundle includes the following products plus a 5 pack of Stampin' Write markers added on FREE!!!

    • 5 new In Color ink pads
    • 1 pack of asst. 8 ½ X 11” In Color card stock (20 sheets)
    • 5 In Color Classic ink refills unavailable for now in quantities; you can get one of each color in a single order
    • full pack of 6 X 6” In Color Designer Paper (40 sheets)
    • Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards & envelopes
    • 1/2 pkg. In Color Enamel Dots
    • FREE In Color Stampin' Write Markers & bookmark!


    How do you get it? 

    • Long distance customers can order theirs here through Friday. Mail out price is $92 with tax and Priority Shipping from me.  
    • Local price is $70.75 before tax & shipping.  Contact me to order by Friday!

    Plus; everyone has the option of adding on the 4 new Blends In color combo packs (in every color above except Bumble Bee) with FREE tax & shipping!  See that option here. 


     *These bundles should be ready mid June, barring any back-orders or inventory issues. 

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    June Specials

    Today is the last day to get any of the Last Chance items!  


    Get my new Lovely You tutorial' free with any online order in June.

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!


    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here

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  • Quick Framed Panel card; three ways!


    For last week's Stamp with Me Facebook Live I chose to make framed panel cards.  There are likely many ways to frame a stamped panel but I chose to highlight three of them – Stamped, Textured and Designer Paper.  Look!

    On these first two cards I stamped leaves on card stock using White Craft ink.  The colors above are the new 2020-22 In Colors in Just Jade and Misty Moonlight.  I used the Layered with Kindness (retiring!; see it here) and the brand new Forever Fern stamp sets.  The punch is Label Me Fancy seen here

    Just look at the detail on the Distinktive images here on the Forever Fern stamp set.  I'm in the middle of creating a new Wonder template for 8 quick, beautiful cards using this stamp set.  I cannot wait to share it with you!  

    I do not have the new Misty Moonlight ink yet so I used Night of Navy, stamped off once.  It's close!

    Measurements:

    • Card base 5 1/2" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
    • long pieces are 1" X 4 1/4"
    • short pieces are 1" X 3"
    • stamped panel is 1 3/4" X 3"
    • Navy layer is 1 7/8" X 3 1/8" 

    This next card is the new Cinnamon Cider with Bermuda Bay.  I also used the new Forever Fern stamp set here.  The butterflies are from Butterfly Wishes set.

    The next card is Seaside Spray with Night of Navy and features the Layered with Kindness and Butterfly Wishes. which coordinated with our Butterfly Duet punch. The Ornate Floral embossing folder is new and in the upcoming Annual catalog but it's available now.  

    Lastly is one made with Garden Lane designer series paper (on sale right now) in Garden Green & Mint Macaron. 

    Each week I share the measurements for our Monday stamp sessions a day or two early. Everyone preps their card supplies and create right along with me on my Facebook Page.  They're loving my quick & simple cards; we make 3 each week on Monday nights at 7:30 pm CT. You can see the cards we're making tonight!  Join us here! 

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    June Specials

    Tomorrow is the last day to get any of the Last Chance items!  


    Get my Lovely You pdf tutorial free with any online order in June

    It includes directions, photos and measurements for 10 cards!


    June Host code is 7H2FW9FG

    Get a free pkg. of Elegant Faceted Gems from me if your order is over $55. 

    Order online here


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