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Winter Meadow Designer Paper Showcase

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

 

It's Thursday already!!  The week is flying by, and Thanksgiving is literally around the corner -- one week away!!  Whew!  Lots to do between now and then!!!  We are VERY busily preparing for the Annual Christmas Stamp-a-Stack on Saturday.  There will be food, fun, and LOTS of cards being made!  (130 total to be exact!!  LOL).  Looking forward to the time with my crafters!!

 

In the meantime, we're also having fun with the weekly Virtual Class called Coffee & a Card.  This cycle series we're playing with the Winter Meadow Suite -- and oh my, is this a beautiful set of products or what!!!  I like to kick off the first class of a series with a "meet the suite" or a "meet the DSP" type class, depending on what we're doing.  And I try to bring something a little new to the table each time.  My crafters had not yet seen the DSP focal card that I last featured on the Blog in 2020 -- you can see that Post HERE.  I've always enjoyed this particular set of cards and how it showcases our designer paper so beautifully.  The card design(s) really are ALL about the paper.

 

These 3 cards build on the previous card to go from a full "expanded" card style, to a pocket-style card.  All of the card designs use the designer paper as their focal point, and everything is designed around that.

 

This is the card we made at the opening class for this Coffee & a Card series. 

The DSP carries the card -- measuring 5-1/4" x 11-3/4", scored along the 11-3/4" side at 1-3/4", 4-3/4", and 7-3/4".

The DSP is attached to a cardstock base that measures 4-1/4" x 5-1/2". 

And because of how I've cut it, you can include a mat piece behind that in a coordinating or pop color that measures 4-1/8" x 5-3/8".  So literally, this means the DSP is the main part of the card.  This means the DSP carries the day; both front and back!!

The embellishment and sentiment go right on the front flap and accentuate the designer paper.

 

The next card in this series builds on the last.  In this case I actually "narrowed" the width of the designer paper to allow me a little more latitude with the background cardstock base and matting size options.  So I dropped the width of the DSP from 5-1/4" to 5".  All other measurements and score lines remain the same.

The subtle change in the second version is that the front flap is adhered to the piece behind it.  That makes the front "flap" of this card 3" with a little more area to attach a fun sentiment and embellishment.

 

The third version of this fun card, attaches the front flap to the panel behind it; and then adheres that panel to the back panel - BUT only with adhesive on the top and bottom edges so that you create a "pocket" for the little "card" to slide in and out that you would write your message on (or you could even slide a gift card in here).

The fun with this is I can do all kinds of things as I attach that first flap down, like I did here with the Elegant Borders Dies (an Online Exclusive product), cutting and attaching that border before I adhered the flap down.  I also added ribbon at that flap level as I adhered everything in place.

If you're wondering where on earth I got Pretty Peacock ribbon from ? ? ?  Little secret!!  White 1/2" Iridescent Ribbon colored with a Dark Pretty Peacock Stampin' Blend marker!!  Think outside the box, and find creative ways to use your ribbons!!

 

 

I hope you have enjoyed this look "behind the scenes" at some of our Coffee & a Card class fun!!  If you want to be a part of the Virtual Classes, be sure to check out the Class Schedule page, and join us on the next round!!

We'll be back next week, after we get through 130 cards on Saturday!!  LOL  😂🤣😂

 

I Love to hear from you.  Leave your questions or comments below!!

Hugs, . . .

 

CASE-Out Thursdays - Re-Designing the Envelope Card

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

Well . . . it's official!!  We have woken up to another 8" of snow this morning!  And they're predicting more this coming Monday!  I think I'm ready for Spring!!!

Thus, I may start doing LOTS of flower cards soon to lift myself out of the winter doldrums!!  Hope you won't mind!  LOL

We're doing a "case-out" card today; and I'm CASEing my very own card which I presented to you several weeks ago HERE.  I'm going to show you a modified version of my "envelope card", in which I've made measurement adjustments, and added a straight edge overlay that has changed the look of this "fun fold" card somewhat.

For today's modified version of my first card, I adjusted the measurements . . .

So this card base is 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" -- but the scoring is at 2-1/2" and 6-1/2" on the 8-1/2" side. (so just a slight adjustment on the 2nd score measurement from our previous card).

So let's jump in a take a little closer look at today's "CASE-Out" design.

 

Design Colorology . . .

Real Red

Gorgeous Grape

Basic White

 

To create the front fold-over flap for today's card design, I adhered a piece of heart patterned designer paper from the Sweet Talk DSP collection, that covers the entire front flap (measuring 2" x 5-1/2"); but first I attached a 1" x 5-1/2" Real Red strip of cardstock that sticks out/overlays the edge of the front flap by approximately 3/8".  This creates a fabulous decorative edge as well as a nice extra extension to overlay the fold beneath.

Here you can see the back side of the front flap so you can better see the Real Red edge extension/overlay.

I also used the "magnet technique" from my previous envelope fold card (you can see the tutorial HERE) to create a secure closure for the flaps to hold the card shut.  On this card, I hid the magnets beneath the DSP on the front and back of the front flap.

The tucked under flap has no layers to it; this time I created a design simply by stamping randomly with the different cute hearts in the Sweet Conversations stamp set.  Then finished off with From My Heart Faceted Gems that show both when the flaps are closed and when open.

On the front flap, I created a popped up "overlay" that has a piece of the Highland Heather 1/2" Grosgrain ribbon behind a Square Vellum Doily.  Then I die cut a heart from the Ombre Specialty Paper in Poppy Parade using the Bouquet of Love Dies; and finished off the focal point with fussy cut images from the Sweet Talk DSP.  The sentiment is also stamped on DSP and fussy cut and popped in place.

The inside of the card has a simple "stamped off" panel with some of the images in the Sweet Conversations stamp set, all set to write a personal message to the recipient!

 

I hope you have enjoyed my little CASE-out today.  

I'm due to finally have the 2nd phase of my Implant Oral Surgery in the morning.  So, I may not be back on the blog right away; although I did have some things I wanted to share.  So we'll see what happens!!  Keep my in your prayers!

 

I Love to hear from you.  Leave your questions or comments below!!

Hugs, . . .

 

Not in the Blog Hop - Card-in-a-Card Birthday Fun Fold

Hello Fellow Stampers ~~

I'm running late on a number of blog posts, including this one; so I hope you won't hold it against me if you get several blog posts in your in-box in a row!!  I'm going to be trying to do some catch up with sharing.  I have so much I wanted to be sharing with you the past couple of days, but have just found it hard to get my arms wrapped around things here at the Studio, and push through the "to do" list.

At any rate, it was Stampin' Pretty Pals Blog Hop time last Wednesday, and for the time-being, we are continuing to "do our own thing" on Blog Hop day!!  So bear with me 😁😁  This month's theme centered around Birthdays!  It is a perfect time of the year to get those birthday cards made and your stash beefed up to last you all year long; so I hope you checked out what the Pals had to offer last week, and got some great ideas.

Today's card design is a "fun fold" - card-in-a-card is what I'm calling this.  It's a modified "flap-fold" card.

I am using several Sale-a-Bration products in today's showcase - Friendly Hello DSP, and the Calming Camelia stamp set.  I also pulled in some other wonderful products from our Annual Catalog to create this design.

The main card base measures 5-1/2" x 9-1/4"; and you score along the 9-1/4" side @ 3-1/2" and 7-3/4".

The smaller card base is 3" x 6", scored @ 3".

Then the "mini" card base is attached to the 1-1/2" inch flap of the main card base after you've added your designer paper layers.

I used a variety of patterns from the Friendly Hello DSP, layered with Fresh Freesia cardstock; and on the front of the "mini" card base, I used Basic Black for a pop to the focal point.

I wrapped the main front flap of the larger card base with Fresh Freesia 3/8" Open Weave Ribbon and tied a bow.

On the front flap of the "mini" card base I showcased die cuts from the Birds & More Dies, and used the Tailor Made Tags Dies to create a cute tag sentiment.

The Mother of Pearl Specialty Paper makes some of those die cuts just shimmer; and it's finished off with the gorgeous Iridescent Rhinestone Jewels.

When you open the flap of the "mini" card you get the full view of the front of the main card base; I used Brushed Brass Butterflies (say that fast 3 times - LOL), to accent the pretty paper.

Then when you open the main flap you get a full view of the "inside" of the "mini" card . . .

Here I used the Birds & More Dies again to cut myself a cute little Mother of Pearl birdie - who is sitting on a leaf image stamped from the Calming Camelia stamp set, in Versamark on Fresh Freesia Shimmer Vellum, and embossed with Silver emboss powder; then I fussy cut and popped with dimensionals before attaching my cute little bird.

When you pull back that final flap you get the full view of the inside of the card.

Here is where I put the gorgeous Camelia in the Calming Camelia stamp set on full display!!

I stamped the image in Soft Sea Foam classic ink; and then used sponge daubers to add color on the flowers with Fresh Freesia and So Saffron classic inks.

I then used the Encircled in Beauty Dies to cut out the image; and finished off with the beautiful sentiment.

 

This easy fold holds a lot of punch and will be a great "gift" for the recipient!

 

We'll be back soon with more fun!  Stay tuned!

 

I Love to hear from you.  Leave your questions or comments below!!

Hugs, . . .

 

 

12 Weeks of Christmas ~ Peaceful Cabin Backwards Overlay Accordion Fold

Hello Fellow Stampers ~

Wow!  We just finished 3 days of OnStage @ Home for Demonstrators (OnStage is the official term for our Convention) - this is our second year being virtual due to the pandemic!!  It's sad not to get to see fellow Demonstrators face-to-face; and yet this was as much fun as ever!!  I ALWAYS walk away from OnStage re-energized, inspired, and ready to rock-n-roll with you!!

I will tell you that I have seen the new 2022 January - June Mini Catalog (AND Sale-a-Bration) -- Oh My!!  You are absolutely going to LOVE everything!!  I know I do; I'm in so much trouble!!  LOL

 

But for now . . .  LOL

I promised you we'd get caught back up with our 12 Weeks of Christmas, and so here we are!
This week, for our Virtual Coffee & a Card class, I led the crafters through a convention Accordion Fold card, which turned out sooooo pretty!

Today, I want to share with you what I'm calling the "backwards overlay" Accordion Fold - which I've done with the Peaceful Cabin Bundle, once again coordinated with the Designer Series Papers, in soft gray tones.  I adore how this turned out.  Let's take a closer look!!

 

Design Colorology . . . 

 

Basic White

Basic Gray

Silver Foil

Smoky Slate

 

 

Let's first walk through measurements for this card - they're a little bit different than the conventional Accordion Fold - and then I'll walk you through the design

Card base - 5-1/2" x 11" - score on the 11" side @ 1-3/4", 5-1/2", and 9-3/4"

Fold on your score lines so that the "accordion-style flaps" overlap "backwards" on the card front.

You can see in the picture above in the folded state, that the two flaps fold backwards one on top of the other, over the main front card panel.

Watch your score line bumps - you can flip the card base over and back, so that you can get your bumps scored properly to fold to the "inside" when you are scoring.

Now let's take a look at the card when it's open!

I have a surprise for you on this one . . .  I decorated BOTH sides of this Fun-Fold - not something we always do.  You're gonna love it!

This is what I consider to be the "front" of this card.

You can see when it's open that I used one of the beautiful pine tree/snow scenery images from the Peaceful Place Designer Series Paper, trimmed just so it would fit the way I wanted - that's a different version of "fussy cutting" (LOL), a term we use in quilting when we cut so we get a specific part of the fabric we want to showcase.  This piece of DSP is framed in Silver Foil; whereas everything else is framed in Basic Gray cardstock.

The opposite panel is a stamped panel.

Here I stamped the cabin image in Basic Gray; and the sentiment.

Then I added the "falling snowflakes" image using Smoky Slate stamped off.

It's a soft gentle scene and perfect for the message that the sentiment gives.

The opposite side of this Fun-Fold card looks like this.

One the right-hand main panel, is another piece of designer series paper - carefully "fussy cut" to again get just the part I wanted to showcase.

Then the left panel is the stamped panel this time.

This panel is stamped with the trio of trees from the stamp set, also in Basic Gray.

Then I snagged this sentiment from the Christmas to Remember stamp set; and finished by stamping the falling snowflakes images again in Smoky Slate.

I wanted to leave enough room at the top for a handwritten message if so desired.

 

You want to finish by creating a Belly Band for your card which will keep it secured when it's not open.

Cut your main card stock 1-1/4" x 11"; and then the DSP overlay 1" x 11" to create your belly band for this card.

I center and adhere the DSP to the cardstock; wrap it around the card, then loosen it slightly before adhering the belly band together on the back side to make sure it will slide easily on and off the finished card.  I then wrap a piece of ribbon around the belly band and tie and adhere securely in place.

And then I have some fun decorating it.  I cut 3 of the trees from the Cabin Dies out of Silver Foil; and then layered them behind and on top of a Wonderful Snowflake which is popped with a dimensional, and finished off with a large Basic Rhinestone Jewel.

And then you can see how I finished off the card with scattered Basic Rhinestone Jewels to add some glimmer.

The Jewels on the different panels "fool the eye" and are perfect when you open up the card in its entirety!

 

This is a VERY special card that you could create for that special someone!  It would even make a great "gift" this year - instead of buying something from the store!!

 

All of these products can be purchased in my Online Store -- be sure to snag the Peaceful Place Suite if you haven't yet (don't panic if the "suite bundle" is on Backorder; only the sequins are out of stock right now; you can still order the stamp/die bundle, paper, ribbon and embossing folder separately!!). 

Or stock up on those papers (DSP, Foil, White Velvet), embossing folder, or ribbon, if you're running low!!

 

I Love to hear from you.  Leave your questions or comments below!!

Hugs, . . .

 

"From the Heart" - February 2020 Stampin' Pretty Pals Blog Hop

Good Morning Fellow Stampers ~

We've arrived at the 2nd Wednesday of February -- in 2020!!  My Goodness!!  Something tells me this year is gonna fly right by us!

Time to celebrate the Month of Love with the Stampin' Pretty Pals and our "Art From the Heart" creations!!  We’re so glad you’re here!!  You may be starting the hop here or you may be hopping from my fabulous Upline Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty.    Either way, you’ve come to the right place.  When you're done perusing today's project, you’ll find the the full line-up below to help you move or “hop” along your way from Pal-to-Pal.

 

I think some of the most difficult cards to design can be the "masculine" card for most any occasions.

So today I'm showcasing some fun "masculine" Valentine cards and showcasing some "unconventional" Valentine colors - because, after all . . .  Valentine's don't always HAVE to be red, pink and white, right?!?  LOL

 

I'm going to start with today's "Fun Fold" card - a "Bend Open Pocket Card" - perfect for that Starbuck's Gift Card!!  😉😉

I'm showcasing this card on a Gray Granite card base, with the "pop color" being Old Olive (the photo shows the green color brighter than it actually is - the grays and "dull" green are really nice together).

Then I chose this gray argyle pattern from the Country Club Designer Series Paper for that "masculine" (not frilly background).

I chose this image from the Silhouette Scenes stamp set, stamped in Versamark ink on Whisper White cardstock, embossed with Shimmer Black Embossing Powder, and then very carefully fussy cut.  My sweet couple are popped with mini-dimensionals on a Perennial Essence Vellum heart (cut using the Stitched Be Mine Dies),that was embossed with the Absolutely Argyle 3D Embossing Folder.  I cut the same heart from Old Olive cardstock, and layered the vellum heart over it to give it stability; and a Gray Granite cardstock heart for the offset layer.

The sentiment is also from the Silhouette Scenes stamp set; punched with the label punch you will find in the Darling Label Punch Box.

The "Bend-Open" card is called that because you gently "bend" the right side so the left tucks under the popped elements (as you can see here).  And you open the card the same way.

When you open the card, the right panel stays as part of the "inside" display; and the left hand side has been folded and adhere to create a "pocket" for your gift card.

Kind of cool!!!  Kind of love it!!!

And the colors are perfect for a Masculine Valentine I think!!

 

Let's finish up with a standard A2 card - Whisper White card base, 8-1/2" x 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4".

Again, I used a pattern from the Country Club Designer Series Paper (this one a gorgeous green plaid) for the background; then mixed in Granny Apple Green and Blueberry Bushel for some nice "pop" colors for this unconventional Valentine.

I used the Meant to Be stamp set and the Stitched Be Mine Dies to create the heart elements; and the Word Wishes Dies to die cut the word "Valentine".

You'll find the "scattered heart" image tucked in the Forever Lovely stamp set.

This is actually a very "clean and simple" card that would not take long to throw together! 

 

I also really love how the inside of this card came together.

I think this will be a nice Valentine for my honey (along with all the others -- LOL).

More inspiration awaits! Use the Blog Hop Line-up below to visit the rest of this month’s Design Team.  My fellow Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created!  Don’t forget to show us some love by commenting on our creations.  Save the Date!!!  ~~ Wednesday, March 11th for our "Critter Card" Blog Hop; when our Design Team showcases projects with animals, birds, butterflies or insects.  Don’t miss the fun!

Until Next Time . . . Puppy Hugs,

 

Pals Blog Hop Line-Up

 

1. Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
2. Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin’
3. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
4. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
5. Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink
6. Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
7. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
8. Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
9. Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’
10. Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
11. Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
12. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
13. Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
14. Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
15. Leah O’Brien at Ink, Paper, Stamps, Oh My!
16. Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
17. Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
18. Jen Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen
19. Jennifer Michalski at Stamping Serenity
20. Su Mohr at Aromas And Art