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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


*current host codes: TU26GCPZ or QS26PCUJ

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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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  • Peaceful Poppies cards kit to go; RSVP by March 19th!


    The cards kit to go features the Peaceful Poppies designer paper. It's full of hand painted blooms accented by watercolor effects all inspired by fields of poppies.   

    The 5 designs include two unique fun fold cards which are easy to make yet special for the recipient. 
     
     
    This kit to go includes $20 in actual product (before tax & shipping).  You're getting the 10 cards pre-cut kit for just $5!  See those beautiful die-cuts and trim pieces? They are included in my kits!  I do the time consuming work for you so you can enjoy the fun of just stamping and assembly. 
    *If you like pre-cut card kits you will LOVE my monthly kits to go!  Here are some comments from my subscribers:

    – I made all the cards, and had a great time.  I loved all the different folds and color choices.  Thanks for making my week!

    – Your directions are always so easy to follow and your projects are unique.

    – I just received the January card kit and love it!

    – I loved these cards; they were so fun to make. 

    Here's one of the fun-fold cards in this month's kit.  It has a pocket for your greeting and/or a gift card if you'd like to add one.
     
     
    I did use the poppy image from the Painted Poppies set in the card above. 
    For my greetings I used the Peaceful Moments stamp set seen below.  If you add it on you will get a free Sale-a-Bration choice with your kit. Or choose the Peaceful Moments bundle  and earn you a free SAB choice. See your free choices here.
    The Painted Poppies bundle is not available right now but should be back mid April! Both of these bundles coordinate together beautifully and are part of the Peaceful Poppies suite on pages 24-27 in the mini catalog.
     
      
    The cards kit to go includes the following:

    – a pre-cut cards kit for 10 cards; including die-cuts and many punched pieces

    – Free pdf instructions with photos, measurements (to make more), step by step instructions and a supplies list

    – 1/2 package of the 12 X 12" Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper

    – 1 full package of the Peaceful Poppies sequins

    – 3 spools of colored Baker's twine in Poppy Parade, Black and Garden Green

    **You have through March 19th to RSVP for this kit.  It's $28 for locals and $36 for long distance and includes Priority Shipping.
     
    If you'd like to add on the Peaceful Moments stamp set or the bundle (seen above) please let me know.  If you do add it on, (or anything else of $30 or more) I will combine shipping AND you get a free Sale-a-Bration choice! See the free items here. 
     
    ***Be sure to RSVP by the 19th to get your kit! 
     
    It's just $28 for locals and $36 for long distance people with Priority Shipping. Kits should be mailed out at the end of March and the pdf tutorial is emailed.  
     

    *You are subscribing to my monthly card kits but can cancel at any time. 

    *I can also send you a PayPal invoice for this month's kit.  Email me at lagreff60@gmail.com

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  • Time Limited: don’t miss out on the FREE stamp set in March’s Paper Pumpkin box


    It's the 7th anniversary of Paper Pumpkin and they're celebrating by adding an extra stamp set in this month's crafty box.  The March 2020 kit will arrive in an exclusive, specially-designed box that you and your subscribers will love! Think daffodils, raindrops, and a fresh spring vibe.

    To get this month's cards kit be sure to subscribe here by March 10th or purchase a pre-paid subscription below.  I always get a pre-paid subscription in March so I can take advantage of Sale-a-Bration.  You can see those here.

    Here's how that works:

    • a 3 month pre-paid subscription earns me 1 free Sale-a-Bration choice
    • a 6 month pre-paid subscription earns me 2 free choices!
    • 1 12 month pre-paid subscription earns me 4 free choices!!! 

    About the March Kit

    • Kit contains supplies for 12 cards and envelopes (4 cards of 3 designs)
    • Note card size: 5" x 3-1/2" (12.7 x 8.9 cm)
    • Envelope size: 5-1/8" x 3-5/8" (13 x 9.2 cm)

    Coordinating Colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Calypso Coral, Grapefruit Grove, Gray Granite, Pear Pizzazz, Petal Pink, Shaded Spruce, and So Saffron

    About the FREE Stamp Set

    • The additional stamp set is a great value and coordinates with the March kit design; however, you do not need it to complete the March cards.
    • The additional stamp set is a 4×6 footprint, which is larger than most Paper Pumpkin sets and is designed for use on a variety of crafting projects.

    Be sure to purchase this by March 10th to get this month's free kit! 

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  • A gorgeous sunset with Mountain Air bundle!


    How about another beautiful scene with the Mountain Air bundle?  This time it's a striking sunset.  

    You cannot go wrong with this amazing stamp and dies bundle!  

    Here I stamped the mountains and trees in Black ink and sponged the pretty background. I punched out a 1 1/2" circle from post-it paper and adhered it to my White card stock before I sponged.  

    Details:

    • I used these inks: Black Memento, Crushed Curry, Calypso Coral, Melon Mambo, Cherry Cobbler
    • The greeting dies are from the Well Written set here
    • The black die-cut trees on the left are from the Majestic Mountain dies.

    Everyone who orders this bundle from me will receive a FREE 10 cards tutorial!  (see photo below) It's complete with directions, measurements, supplies and photos send in pdf format. You can orders yours here.  And because it's over $50 you can choose a free Sale-a-Bration product at the same time!  Double bang for your buck! 

     

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    Four March Specials besides Sale-a-Braton

    and the Product Coordination Release seen here!

    March host code is TRYUEHDZ 

    1. All online orders will receive a free Mountain View pdf cards tutorial in an email.

    2. If your order is over $55 you'll get a Sale-a-Bration paper sampler and metallic cards & envelopes kit!  A great start to beautiful card making. 

    March host code is TRYUEHDZ

    Order online here

    3. THE Best deal! Choose any FREE stamp set when you purchase the Starter kit during Sale-a-Bration; of any value! Plus you'll get a free paper trimmer and a 6 X 6 sampler of new Designer Paper!  It's just $99 plus tax and you can choose $125 in products with free shipping! Be either a 'Happy Shopper' and enjoy the discount or make extra spending money.

    Click here to join my awesome Flowerbug's Team! 

    4. Earn a ticket in the drawing for each $25 you order online in March for a free Little Ladybug stamp set!

    Order online here

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