Nutz about Stamping

This window card is a fun way to feature your favorite phrases

Do you have a stamp set with a lots of phrases but you usually use only one on each card? Today I am going to show you a fun way to feature more than one phrase on your cards.

 

For my design I used the Happiness Abounds bundle. There are 15 stamps in the set (loving that font!), and 11 dies in the pack.  I won't be using the dies on my card but I will be using 3 of the phrases in the stamp set.

 

The entire Hues of Happiness suite bundle was on my Annual Catalog pre-order because I love how everything coordinates beautifully. And the paper - wow! I love the bright colors and patterns and am having so much fun using this paper as layers and elements on my cards.

If you love this suite as much as I do check out this card idea too. 

 

 

To create the windows on my card, I used the Stitched Rectangles dies, they fit perfectly around so many phrase shapes and sizes: 

I used these products to create a window card technique - and to make a colorful birthday card!

Supplies

Stamp set: Happiness Abounds (159238, bundle and save 10%: 158824)

Stampin' Write Marker: Early Espresso

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Fresh Freesia: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Hues of Happiness: 5 1/4" x 4"; scraps for butterflies

Misc: Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper (158822); Stitched Rectangles Dies (151820); Meadow Dies (155852); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Remember the buckle card technique? It's easy to recreate with one simple product

Do you remember the buckle card fun fold? It was super popular a few years ago thanks to the Word Window punch. But when that punch retired, it was nearly impossible to create a buckle card. Well, not anymore! I am going to show you how to recreate the buckle card fun fold using the Sending dies and the Hues of Happiness product suite. 

The entire Hues of Happiness suite bundle was on my Annual Catalog pre-order because I love how everything coordinates beautifully. There are 15 stamps in the set (loving that font!), and 11 dies in the pack. And the paper - wow! I love the bright colors and patterns and am having so much fun using this paper as layers on my cards.

 

To create the buckle for my card, I used the Sending dies, which are part of the Sending Smiles bundle: 

The Sending Dies are perfect for any occasion. This die pack includes a large text die and shadow die of the word “Sending”, AND includes two different sized label dies.We are going to use one of them for today's fun fold.

Here's what I am going to show you how to create. Watch the video below for step-by-step details and for my bonus tips and design ideas.

Supplies:

Stamp set: Happiness Abounds (product suite: 158828)

Ink: Coastal Cabana

Paper and cutting dimensions:

• Coastal Cabana: 4 1/4" x 8 5/8”, score at 3 1/8”; 3 6/8" square

• Hues of Happiness: 2 7/8” x 4”; pattern one: 4” x 5 1/4"; pattern two: 5 1/4" x 4"

• Basic White: 7" x 3 1/2" 

Misc: Hues of Happiness designer series paper (158822); Sending dies (159271); Glossy Dots Assortment (158827)

Here's my video - watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas: 

 

This easy fun fold that packs a wow factor that will definitely impress

Today I have another Father's Day card idea, one that will really impress the men in your life! This fun fold requires no stamps or ink, thanks to the He's the Man Collection. You also don't need adhesive on the main card piece - this card is a breeze to make - all you need to do is score and fold! I would love to show you how.

 

The He's the Man Collection is fairly new. If you have seen my last Father's Day card video you will have seen these products. 

 

 

 

The He’s All That bundle will help you combine vintage images and versatile greetings to make creations for Father's Day, birthdays, and just because. You can also use the dies to create labels, circles, and banners with the versatile shapes and traditional argyle patterns (my fave). I won't be using the bundle for today's card but if you are looking for the perfect set for masculine cards this year, this is the bundle to purchase.

 

 

 

The He's the Man specialty paper is the final part of this collection. It has bold patterns in neutral colors and you'll also see versatile patterns (diamonds, stripes and plaids). Choose from antique cars, camping gear, suits and ties, and more. 

 

This paper is the star of today's fun fold and I will share an important tip for choosing a pattern that will work.

 

Note: In the collection you will also get the Rustic Metallic Dots, perfect to add visual interest to all your projects. You'll see these in my video as well. And if you click on the photos above you can link over to my online store to add this collection to your crafting space. You won't regret it as I have a special announcement coming this week about the He's the Man Collection. 

 

Here's what I am going to show you how to make - this card will wow anyone who gets it! You are going to have to watch the video below to see how this fun fold card opens up. 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: none needed

Ink: none needed

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        He's the Man: 11" square
        Basic Black: 2 1/8" square
        Crushed Curry: 3" square; 2 1/4" x 1 1/2"
        Sahara Sand: (2) 4" squares

Misc: He's the Man Specialty Designer Series paper; Bone Folder; Simply Scored (122334); Paper Snips; Stampin' Seal; Stampin' Dimensionals; Layering Circles Dies (151770)

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

You don't have to be a quilter to create this beautiful 9 patch card

When my son was little I loved sewing his clothes. It was so fun going to fabric stores to pick out playful fabric patterns for him. As he grew older, my sewing passion took a turn to quilting. One of my favorite quilting patterns was the '9 patch'. It was easy to create and fun to sew all the different 9 patch possibilities. 

 

The other day a Stampin' Up! demonstrator shared a card that was created using left over bits of designer series paper. It was a 9 patch card technique! You have got to give this technique a try. It looks complicated but it's not.

 

I do recommend that you use a liquid glue like our Multipurpose Liquid Glue to help arrange pieces.

 

The Hues of Happiness designer series paper is the star of this card! 

Although you can use any phrase across the front of the card, I decided to use the 'Sending' dies from the Sending Smiles bundle:

 

Send sunshine to brighten someone’s day, comfort and strength, a note of thanks, or birthday wishes. Whatever the occasion, you can create beautiful cards with heartfelt thoughts that will bring a smile to whoever receives it! This set includes nine versatile sentiments so you can tailor today's idea for any occasion that you have coming up. 

Now when you see my card you may think - uh huh, there is no way I can make this card. But yes you can! Just watch my video below to see how to create the pieces using your Paper Trimmer (so helpful!) and Multipurpose Liquid Glue (essential). Watch my video tutorial below and.....

then prepare to wow your friends and family! 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sending Smiles bundle (158707)

Paper and Cutting dimensions:
        Daffodil Delight: 10 1/2" x 5 1/4"; 3 3/4" x 1 3/4" 
        Fresh Freesia: (4) 1 1/2" squares
        Hues of Happiness: pattern one (3) 1 1/2" squares; pattern two (2) 1 1/2" squares
        Basic White: 4 1/2" square
        Night of Navy: 3 3/4" x 1 3/4" 

Misc: Hues of Happiness designer series paper (158822); Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stripes & Splatters embossing folder (157980); Mini Stampin' Dimensional; Basic Pearls Jewels (144219); Adhesive Sheets (152334)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. And if there is a technique you'd like me to feature on a future video, please leave me a comment to let me know. 

Can you create 13 floral designs from a single stamp set? Yes you can!

A couple of weeks ago a group of Stampin' Up! demonstrators met up for a day of crafting fun. We swapped cards and 3D projects, we saw table displays of new catalog project ideas and we made three amazing projects. Want to see some photos of this fun day? Click here to checkout that blog post. 

 

Want to know the best part of that special day? The new friends that I made that day and will stay in contact with for a long time.

 

In today's video I want you show you one of these projects we made that day - a fun fold card idea using the Sending Smiles bundle. It's super easy but doesn't look that way.

 

 

The Sending Smiles Stamp Set is perfect to brighten someone’s day, offer comfort and strength, a note of thanks, or birthday wishes. Whatever the occasion, you can create beautiful cards with heartfelt thoughts that will bring a smile to whoever receives it! This set includes nine versatile sentiments and thirteen images that arrange to create a wide variety of floral designs. Mix and match to make simple or complex cards, backgrounds, borders, or centerpieces.

 

 

The Timeworn Type embossing folder has an antique look and adds aged detail and texture to any project. Use as a layering piece to add dimension to all of your cards and scrapbook layouts. Or use it on card fronts like we will be doing today.

 

 

Here's what you need to make today's card. 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sending Smiles (bundle: 158707)

Ink: Sweet Sorbet, Daffodil Delight, Parakeet Party

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 10 1/8" x 5 7/8" (score at 4 1/4" and 8 1/2"); 2" x 3 1/4"; 2" x 1 1/2"; 1 14" x 2 3/4"; 4" x 2;                                 2' x 1"

Misc: Simply Scored; Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder (156505); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Brushed Brass Butterflies (158136); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Here's my video tutorial - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

 

1 great way to feature your designer series paper scraps

Do you have left over bits of designer series paper lying around? I sure do. So today, I am going to show you how to take these paper bits and create a wow factor on your cards. 

 

I am also going to feature the bright and beautiful Hues of Happiness designer series paper:

 

 

And the Happiness Abounds bundle:

 

If you want to try this paper technique at home, you will also need white embossing powder, a heat tool and your Blending Brushes:

 

 

Here's my card - to see this wow technique, check out my video below. 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Happiness Abounds (bundle: 158824)

Ink: Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Mango Melody

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 5" x 3 3/4"; 2 1/2" square
        Hues of Happiness: scraps
        Daffodil Delight: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 2 3/4" square
        

Misc: Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper (158822); Blending Brushes (153611); Stampin' Seal (152813); Basics Embossing Powders (155554); Stampin' Dimensionals (104430); Glossy Dots Assortment (158827); Layering Circles Dies (151770); Heat Tool (129053)

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

Learn how to create a beautiful Mother's Day wreath card

Hello fellow crafters! Mother's Day is just around the corner so today I have another Sending Smiles Mother's Day card idea, one that is simple to make and beautiful to look at. So let's get started, shall we?

 

The Sending Smiles bundle will be available for you to order next month (3 May!) when the new Annual Catalog goes live.  I chose this bundle because it is a stamp and go set - all images are solid so they don't require time to color in. The phrases make this an all occasion set - a great value for my dollar. As this is a Mother's Day card I am going to use my Timeless Tulips stamp set for the Mother's Day phrase. This set is retiring  at the end of April and may already be sold out. 

Another product that is retiring soon is the Tasteful Textiles embossing folder which is going to add a subtle touch to one of my card layers. 

When you combine these products, along with a fun technique, you can make cards like this! Tip: watch my video below for step by step instructions. 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sending Smiles (bundle: 158707); Timeless Tulips (158327)

Ink: Early Espresso, Soft Succulent, Pale Papaya

Cardstock and cutting dimensions:

• Basic White: 3 3/4" x 5"; (7) 1 1/4" squares; 2 3/4" x 6/8" 
• Pale Papaya: 4" x 5 1/4"
• Soft Succulent: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 2 3/4" x 1" 

Misc: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Genial Gems (155500); Pale Papaya Open Weave Ribbon (155672); Tasteful Textile embossing folder (152718)

Here's my video: be sure to watch all the way through for my BONUS tips and design ideas! 

Impress your mother with this beautiful Mother's Day fun fold card

Hello fellow crafters! Mother's Day is just around the corner so today I have a beautiful Mother's Day fun fold card idea, using the brand new Sending Smiles bundle and my Stitched Rectangles dies. I'd love to show you this fun fold idea.

 

 

The Sending Smiles bundle will be available for you to order next month (3 May!) when the new Annual Catalog goes live. Stampin' Up! demonstrators can pre-order from upcoming catalogs a month in advance so we have time to create sample ideas to share with you. I chose this bundle because it is a stamp and go set - all images are solid so they don't require time to color in. The phrases make this an all occasion set - a great value for my dollar. And I also really liked the layered Sending dies - you will see one of these dies on today's card. (you can see the dies on my video below)

And here is the card open, so you can see how the fun fold looks. I show you how to create this card in my video below! 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sending Smiles (bundle: 158707)

Ink: Early Espresso, Soft Succulent, Daffodil Delight

Cardstock and cutting dimensions:

• Soft Succulent: 5 ½” x 8 ½”, score at 4 ¼”; 1 3/4" x 4"
• Basic White – 5 ¼” x 8″, score at 2″ and 4″; 3" x 4 1/4"
• Soft Succulent Ribbon – 22″
• Adhesive Sheets: 1 3/4" x 4"

Misc: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Stitched Rectangles dies (151820); In Color Jewels; Adhesive Sheets (152334); Soft Succulent Open Weave Ribbon (155780); Simply Scored; In Color Jewels (155570); Brushed Brass Butterflies (158136)

Here's my video, be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas!

 

See how to create beautiful depth and dimension on all your cards

Hello fellow crafters! In today's video I am going to once again use the Butterflies & Flowers Layering Decorative Masks, the Enjoy the Moment stamp set, and a special tool create a stunning background technique. I'd love to show you how! 

These stencils are an easy way to blend colors on your cards and other paper crafting projects to create textured and colored backgrounds. You can use the background masks on their own, but your images will really pop when you layer the detailed masks over the backgrounds to get even more depth and dimension. Use with Classic Stampin' Ink and coloring tools such as Blending Brushes and Sponge Daubers for beautiful color. You can also use them with Embossing Paste and Palette Knives for textured designs.

 

Order the masks HERE! (retiring 2 May 2022)

 

In this pack you get 6 masks: 3 background designs, 1 layered butterfly design, and 2 layered flower designs.

 

I used one of these masks and demonstrated the altered mask technique on a recent blog post. Why not check out my post next?

 

To create my gorgeous background technique I used Stampin' Spritzers. (click on the photo to order a pack)

 

 

Fill this empty bottle with water or rubbing alcohol and any color of Classic Stampin’ Ink Refill. Mix and spritz. You get 2 spritzers in a pack.

 

Here's my card - my video tutorial is below so you can see how to create the background layer step-by-step! 

 

 

SUPPLIES

 

Stamp set: Enjoy the Moment (154452) *retiring 2 May 2022

Ink and refill: Pacific Point

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 3 3/4" x 5"; 3" x 1 1/2" 
        Basic Black: 2" x 4 3/4"; 5 1/4" x 4"; 1 1/4" x 5 1/2"
        Pacific Point: 5 1/4" x 4?

Misc: Butterflies & Masks Layering Decorative Masks (158142); Stampin' Spritzers (126185) Stamparatus (optional); Matt Black Dots (154284); Meadows Dies (155852); Multipurpose Liquid Glue

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. What would you like to see me feature next? Leave me a comment and let me know. 

 

 

Do you know the altered masking technique? It's a beauty

I am sure you have seen the Butterflies & Masks Layering Decorative Masks and you may have used them to create lovely masked layers or backgrounds on your cards. But have you tried the Altered Masking Technique? I'd love to show you how! 

In case you haven't seen this set of masks yet, let's have a look: 

These stencils are an easy way to blend colors on your cards and other paper crafting projects to create textured and colored backgrounds. You can use the background masks on their own, but your images will really pop when you layer the detailed masks over the backgrounds to get even more depth and dimension. Use with Classic Stampin' Ink and coloring tools such as Blending Brushes and Sponge Daubers for beautiful color. You can also use them with Embossing Paste and Palette Knives for textured designs.

* 6 masks: 1 each of 6 designs
* 3 background designs, 1 layered butterfly design, and 2 layered flower designs
* 4-1/2" x 6" (11.4 x 15.2 cm)

 

Here's my card - yes, it looks a bit blurry at the top: that's the altered technique result! 

 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. Keep in mind that some of these products are retiring so order them at my online store (link on the right side of my blog) before they are gone for good. 

 

SUPPLIES

 

Stamp set: Best Year (152568)

Ink: Mango Melody, Poppy Parade

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 3 3/4" x 5"; 3 1/4" square; 2 1/4" square
        Mango Melody: 5 1/4" x 4"
        Daffodil Delight: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"; scrap

Misc: Butterflies & Masks Layering Decorative Masks (158142); Medium Daisy punch (149517); Sponge Daubers (133773), Stamparatus (optional); In Color Jewels (155571)

 

Here's my video - remember to watch all the way through for my BONUS tips and design ideas! 

 

Try this fun and easy corner tuck technique to create a beautiful card

Hello fellow crafters! Today I have another beautiful scenic card to demonstrate, one that has a corner tuck technique! I will be using my Tulip Fields Bundle and Flowering Fields designer series paper. I can't wait to show you this easy card idea!

The Tulip Fields stamp set includes flower field section stamps that, when placed side-by-side, can create colorful tulip fields from a tapering perspective. Pair these tulip fields with the windmill, clouds, or tree stamps found in this set to make a really fun field of tulips scene.

 

With the Windmill Fields Dies, you'll get everything you need to build a picturesque windmill scene, including a row of tulips, fences, a bicycle, pieces to create a layered windmill. And that's exactly what I am going to do on my corner tuck card.

 

And what more can I say about this paper, except that it will be retiring soon (sob). 

 

 

In my video below, I demonstrate step-by-step how to make the layers for my card and how to create the cool corner tuck. 

 

Here's my card: 

Here's what you need to gather together to make my card at home:

SUPPLIES

Stamp set: Tulip Fields (bundle #157684); Color & Contour (154994)

Ink: Balmy Blue, Early Espresso, Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Pie

Paper & cutting dimensions:
          So Saffron: 8" x 4 1/4"
          Basic White: 4" x 3"; 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" 
          Poppy Parade: 4 1/4" x 1" 
          Pumpkin Pie: 4 1/4" x 1"; 4 1/4" x 3 1/4"; 2 1/2" square
          Flowering Fields: 2 1/4" x 4; 2 1/2" square
          

Misc: Flowering Fields (157670); Adhesive Sheets; Pale Papaya Open Weave Ribbon (155672); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my BONUS tips and design ideas!

See how to feature beautiful designer paper on this fun fold card

Hello fellow crafters! I have a beautiful scenic cards to demonstrate today, one that has a fun fold! I will be using my Tulip Fields bundle and Flowering Fields designer series paper. I can't wait to show you this easy card idea!

 

The Tulip Fields bundle includes the Tulip Fields Stamp Set and the Windmill Fields Dies. Create scenic cards with endless tulip fields and traditional windmills with this cute bundle. Die cut stamped images directly, or layer your die-cut pieces on top of stamped tulip fields for a dimensional look.

 

The stamp set includes flower field section stamps that, when placed side-by-side, can create colorful tulip fields from a tapering perspective. Pair these tulip fields with the windmill, clouds, or tree stamps found in this set to make this scene come to life!

Bonus tip: To make the floral field look as realistic as possible, make sure the tip of the triangles are stamped next to each other, making a fan-like shape. Stamp the horizon line (stamp) first across your card, then stamp the larger triangle with the tip in the center of the horizon line. Then, stamp the larger triangle two more times on either side of the center one with a small gap in between each stamp. And there you have an endless field of flowers!

With the Windmill Fields Dies, you'll get everything you need to build a picturesque windmill scene, including a row of tulips, fences, a bicycle, pieces to create a layered windmill, and more! These dies will work perfectly for a card front so you can send a little dreamy escape to all your friends.

I also featured the gorgeous Flowering Fields paper on my card - I am going to be so sad when this pack retires on 30 June (earlier if supplies run out). If you love this paper, I have another blog post and video you will want to check out!

To see how to create my Tulip Fields fun fold card, watch my video below and I will take you through step-by-step. 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. 

Supplies

Stamp sets: Tulip Fields bundle (157684); Color & Contour stamp set (154994)

 

Ink: Early Espresso; Rich Razzleberry

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

• Rich Razzleberry: 3 1/4" square
• Basic White: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
• Early Espresso: 3" x 2 1/4"
• Pale Papaya: 2 3/4" x 2"
• Flowering Fields: pattern one 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"; pattern two 2 1/4" x 11"

Misc: Stampin' Seal; Adhesive Sheets (152334); Genial Gems (155550)

 

And here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

Want to learn how to create a wow factor on your cards?

Today I am going to show you how to use two simple products to create a wow factor on all your cards. I will be using the Amazing Silhouettes bundle and Symbols of Fortune designer series paper to create my wow.

 

I love the nature inspired images in the Amazing Silhouettes stamp set.

 

 

You can create beautiful silhouettes in one simple step using one color to make a bold impression, which is what I am going to do today, OR you can use multiple colors for an ombre look. The Amazing Thanks simple words can be added to any image to create beautiful thank-you cards and other projects. I am going to use the 'Amazing' and 'You' dies for my card.

 

 

If you love the Symbols of Fortune paper as much as I do, check out this video where I show you how to create 3 different cards using a 1/2 sheet  of one of these beautiful designs.

 

Now for the two products that will help you create a wow factor:

 

1. Foam Adhesive Sheets

These double-sided adhesive foam sheets can be cut with Paper Snips or open dies to fit any project. You get 6 sheets in a pack, each measures 4-1/2" x 4-5/16" (11 x 11.4 cm).

2. Blending Brushes

 

This is my favorite coloring tool! You can add ink as light or as dark as you want and even try layering colors to make an ombre effect (like in the photo). You get three blending brushes in a single pack, which makes it easy for using different colors of ink on your projects. 

 

Here's the card I created using these two simple products - don't miss my video tutorial below! 

 

 

Here's what you need to make my card. 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Amazing Silhouettes bundle #157819

 

Ink: Soft Succulent

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

• Soft Succulent 8 1/2" x 5 1/2
• Basic White: 4" x 5 1/4"
• Symbols of Fortune: 1 1/8" x 4"; 1 1/8" x 1 1/2"

Misc: Blending Brushes #153611; Stampin' Seal, Foam Adhesive Sheets #152815; In Color Jewels #155571; Symbols of Fortune #157652

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my BONUS design tips and ideas. 

 

 

 

What products would you like me to feature next? Let me know in the comments section underneath this blog post. 

You can create a dreamy escape and a dimensional look with this bundle

Hello fellow crafters! Today I have a beautiful card idea using the Tulip Fields bundle and matching Flowering Fields paper with my own fun twist added. As I currently live in the Netherlands (I still sell Stampin' Up! products in my US store!) I had to have this bundle as soon as I saw the Mini catalog. 

The Tulip Fields Bundle includes the Tulip Fields stamp set and the Windmill Fields dies. You create scenic cards with endless tulip fields and traditional windmills with this Bundle. Die-cut stamped images directly, or layer your die-cut pieces on top of stamped tulip fields for a dimensional look.

 

The stamp set includes flower field section stamps that, when placed side-by-side, can create colorful tulip fields from a tapering perspective. Pair these tulip fields with the windmill, clouds, or tree stamps found in this set to create a real-life scene, especially when you use the Windmill Field dies which includes a row of tulips, fences, a bicycle and pieces to create a layered windmill which is what I will show you how to do today. 

 

Here are some tips on how to line up your new favorite stamps: To make the floral field look as realistic as possible, make sure the tip of the triangles are stamped next to each other, making a fan-like shape. Stamp the horizon line first across your card, then stamp the larger triangle with the tip in the center of the horizon line. Then, stamp the larger triangle two more times on either side of the center one with a small gap in between each stamp. And there you have an endless field of flowers!

The Flowering Fields paper was designed to complement the Tulip Fields bundle with patterns that include hand-painted tulips pretty watercolor designs. Florals for spring? Yes, please! 

 

Here's my card - below is a list of supplies you need and a video showing you how to make this beauty!

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Tulip Fields bundle (157684); Dragonfly Garden (154411)

 

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
            Basic Black: 3 1/4" square; 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 2" x 3"
            Flowering Fields: 4" x 5 1/4" 
            Smoky Slate: 4" x 1"; 2" x 1 1/4" 

 

Misc: Flowering Fields designer series paper (157670); Adhesive Sheets (152334); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Stampin' Seal; Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Adhesive Backed Hexagons (158148)

 

Be sure to watch all the way through my video for my bonus tips and design ideas:

 

See how to take a 1/2 sheet of designer paper and create 3 beautiful cards

I have found that I often purchase designer series paper packs and then months later I have several sheets left and not many ideas on how to use them up. Is this you too? 

 

Did you know that you can take a half sheet of 12x12 designer series paper and create three beautiful cards? Today I am going to show you how to do that using the Symbols of Fortune designer series paper:

 

If you know me at all,  you will know that I love all things Asian. When I saw the Symbols of Fortune collection in the Mini Catalog, I had to have it. 

I love the soft, soothing colors and patterns on one side of the paper and the lovely gray tones with pops of gold foil on the reverse. The design colors are: Basic Black, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Smoky Slate, Soft Succulent.

 

The paper pairs is a perfect match with the Crane of Fortune bundle which I will also be using.

 

Here's my trio: 

And here is each card separately: 

Supplies

Stamp set: Crane of Fortune bundle (157663)

Ink: Crumb Cake, Soft Succulent, Evening Evergreen; Smoky Slate

Paper and cutting dimensions:

    A. Pocket Card
                Symbols of Fortune: 12" x 6"
                Basic White: 5" x 3 1/2"; 3 3/4" square; 3 1/2" x 1"; 2 1/4" x 1 1/4"; 2 1/4" square
                Soft Succulent: 5 1/4" x 3 3/4"; 2 1/2" square
                Soft Succulent Open Weave Ribbon (15")

    B. Evening Evergreen Card
                Evening Evergreen: 8 1/2" x 5 1/4"
                Basic White: 2 3/4" x 1 1/4"
                Crumb Cake: 3 1/4" x 1 3/4"
                Calypso Coral: Scrap
                Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon (15")

   C. Basic White Card
                Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 2 3/4" x 1 1/4:
                Smoky Slate: 3 1/4" x 1 3/4"
                Brushed Metallic Cardstock: 4" x 2" 

Misc: Symbols of Fortune Specialty designer series paper (157652); ; Mini Glue Dots; Stampin' Seal; 2021-23 In Color Jewels (155571); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Brushed Brass Butterflies (158136); Brushed Metallic Cardstock (153524); Soft Succulent Open Weave Ribbon (155780); Evening Evergreen Open Weave Ribbon (155573); Stitched Rectangles Dies (151820); Layering Circles Dies (151770); Tear & Tape Adhesive

Here's my video tutorial - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

See how to add a touch of gentle elegance with beautiful soft spring blooms

Today I am going to be using the Tasteful Touches stamp set to create a fun fold card. I will also be using the Daffodil Afternoon designer series paper, which you can earn for FREE. I will tell you more about that in a bit. 

 

For my phrase I chose a set that I haven't used in a while: Tasteful Touches. This set is perfect for creating projects with the versatile textures and all season sentiments. 

 

I think that my card is gorgeous because of the patterns and colors in the Daffodil Afternoon paper pack. You can add a touch of gentle elegance to your projects thanks to the soft spring blooms of daisies, poppies, and daffodils. The paper patterns includes a mix of larger blooms and greenery that can be fussy-cut to create paper elements and repeating patterns for card fronts or layers. And I love the jewel tone colors of the paper. 

Did you know that you can earn the Daffodil Afternoon paper pack for free? Until 28 February, if you place an order of $50 (€60) or more at my online stores, you can choose one FREE qualifying product from the Sale-a-bration Mini Catalog (click on the catalog to download it to your device):

The Daffodil Afternoon paper pack is one of your free choices (page 4). I got it for free with a recent product order and want to show you how to use the beautiful patterns on this fun fold card. This paper was designed to coordinate with the Daffodil Daydream Bundle but I won't be using the bundle for today's project. 

Put these products together, along with the Stitched Rectangles dies, and you can make this beautiful card. Don't miss my video below where I show you how to create the fun fold:

 

Here's what you need to make my card:

Supplies

Stamp set: Tasteful Touches (152562)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Pear Pizzazz: 8 1/2" x 4 1/4"
        Daffodil Afternoon: 4| x 5 1/4"; (4) 1 1/4" x 4"
        Daffodil Delight: 4" X 2 3/4"
        Basic Black: 4 1/2" x 3 1/4" 

Misc: Daffodil Afternoon designer series paper (158127 - free with a $50 or €60 order!); Stitched Rectangles dies (151820); Simply Scored; Bone Folder; Tear & Tape Adhesive; Brushed Brass Butterflies (158136)

Here's my video, enjoy! Be sure to watch all the way through to hear my bonus tips and design ideas.