Fun Fold Cards with Sisters in Stamping

Hello Stamping Friends,

Welcome to another great week with the Sisters in Stamping. This week we are sharing great fun fold cards with you. Handmade cards are always a great surprise to receive, but when there's a fun fold involved it is even better.

I know, I know. My card looks rather simple and regular. But are you sure? You'll have to keep scrolling to see just what is "fun" about my card.

I used a lot of layers on the rather simple front because I still wanted it to look great, but I wanted the fun part to be even better than the front of the card. 

Here it is. The fun fold part. I added a piece to the inside of the card to make it pop up when it opens. It give the recipient a little fun vase of flowers completely unexpectedly. Imagine the surprise and delight.

Here's another angle. Fun, isn't it? To make the pop up part I just cut a piece of cardstock 2 1/8" x 4 1/4" and scored it at 1", 2", 3", and 4". Then the 1/4" piece left over is what closes the vase. I then added adhesive to two sides in order to have it attach to the inside of the card. 

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping for more great fun fold ideas. 

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Fresh Fancy Florals

Hello Stamping Friends,

Here it is: another Sunday Fun Day with Sisters in Stamping. This week we are focusing on some fresh, fancy florals. Here in northeastern Pennsylvania we are in the middle of the winter doldrums and fresh flowers are certainly a welcome distraction from the white snow on the ground.

I chose to use the Everyday Details stamp set to make this country looking card.  Honestly this card reminds me of a time gone by.  It reminds me of my mom and her love of tea and flowers.  

I used the Inked Botanicals 6x6 Designer Series Paper for this card. The simple teacup with a single flower is enhanced by the extra layers of cardstock and designer series paper.  I also love the combination of square and round layers to add interest.

For even more floral ideas, head on over to Sisters in Stamping.

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Using Up Those Scraps

Hello Stamping Friends,

Happy Sunday. You know what that means: Sunday Fun Day with the Sisters in Stamping.

Do you ever get overwhelmed with all those scraps sitting around? Today, we're going to help you by giving you some ideas on how to create beautiful cards using those scraps.

I hate throwing away scraps of pretty designer series paper. This card design definitely helps use up a good amount of scraps while making a great card. I used any 1" strips of paper for this card. As you can see, some spots don't have much more than an inch in length used, so a little can go a long way.

Designing a card like this is very easy because all of Stampin' Up!'s designer series paper coordinates leaving you to do a little work with just finding a small image and greeting to add.

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping for more scrappy inspiration.

See you soon,

Fun Folds with the Sisters in Stamping

Hello Stamping Friends,

Today over at Sisters in Stamping for Sunday Fun Day we are sharing fun fold cards. Homemade cards are great by themselves, but add a fun fold to the card and it takes it to a whole new level of greatness and appreciation by the receiver. 

Sunday Fun Day and Fun folds only leaves us one option: FUN!

Upon first glance, this card just looks like any ordinary card. It's still nice, but you don't think fun fold, that's for sure!

Here you can see that it is more fun than first impressions gave. Not quite the traditional card after all. 

Just a different angle so you can see it from the front and how it stands "open."

Laying flat with the left side open and the right side closed.

Completely open. To make this card, you start with an 8 1/2" x 11" piece of cardstock and score it at 5 1/2" along the 11" side. Then cut the cardstock into 2 (4 1/4" x 11") pieces. I then cut on a diagonal from the top to bottom on one half of each (4 1/4" x 11") piece. Attach the two rectangular parts together to form one card base making sure one triangle is on the bottom on the left side and the other triangle is on the top on the right side. You'll get a pocket type card if you don't alternate them.

Decorate however you would like. I cut the layers like I was adding normal card layers for a rectangle card and then cut those in half on the diagonal. Tip: Just pay attention to how you are cutting the diagonal if you are set on which side of the designer paper you want to use. You may cut it the wrong way. Don't ask me how I know. (Wink, wink)

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping for more fun fold card ideas.

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Crafty Dreams Blog Hop - Autumn Vibes

Hello Stamping Friends,

This morning we are hopping with Crafty Collaborations and we are getting the autumn vibes in high gear. 

I made a card using the All About Autumn 6x6 Specialty Designer Series Paper. The paper is doing most of the work for me. I didn't have to stamp a background or do too much. Honestly the only stamping is the greeting from the All About Autumn stamp set. I used the backside of the paper for the "banner ribbon." It is gorgeous. The paper has copper foil on one side of every sheet. It is beautiful and hard to decide which side you want to use. So instead of deciding, I used both. 

I also cut some leaves from the Autumn Leaves Dies both from the paper and cardstock. The cardstock leaves I used blending brushes and coordinating ink from stamp pads to make them look a little more realistic. 

In the die set there are a few dies that just cut into the paper (doesn't cut anything out to use elsewhere). I used the long strip of dots to add a little texture to the designer paper just under the banner. 

The greeting was stamped on vellum and I attached the vellum using glue dots strategically placed under the leaves. 

Want more autumn vibes? Well, just click on the links below to be stunned.

Some New Colors and Coordinating Designer Series Paper

Hello Stamping Friends,

Welcome to my blog and my creations. This post is all about using some new colors and some coordinating designer series paper. 

I love the lemonade set. It's so refreshing and you can make regular or pink lemonade. Actually, you can make it into whatever drink you find refreshing. I am all about the Lemon Lolly and Bubble gum colors on this card. I am actually decorating my classroom with a lemon theme that is exactly the colors in this card. I think it will be bright and cherry.

The little gems are the perfect finishing touch for the card. Well, those and the cute little lemons on the side of the pitcher. 

Go to the Sisters in Stamping for more projects using new colors and coordinating designer series paper. 

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Stampers Dozen Garden Flowers Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

Tonight we have a blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month's theme is garden flowers which is a perfect them for the summer when flowers abound all around.

I used the Irresistible Blooms bundle that is an online exclusive to make my project, Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper Pack, and the Bright & Beautiful Memories and More Card pack. I love when I have an idea in my head and then it actually works out with little to no deviation from what I initially had in mind. And that is just what happened with this frame. 

I stamped the flowers and leaves directly on the designer paper which is why there are lighter and darker shades. 

To put the flowers together, I die cut two of each stamped flower. I cut off the outer petals of one of the flowers so I could layer them together to add dimension to my flower. I also lightly crinkled each layer before putting them together. 

You can see I also die cut some of the outline type leaves to add a different dimension to the frame.   You can alter any frame, but this particular frame is from IKEA.

Overall, I'm really pleased with my finished project. I hope it has inspired you. You can place your favorite picture or quote in the frame to really personalize it. 

Remember to keep hopping by clicking the links below. You won't be sorry!

Not the Usual Red, White, and Blue

Hello Stampin' Friends,

Another post from the Sisters in Stamping. This week we are sharing some red, white, and blue cards, but they are not used in the usual fashion. Most often, we see red, white, and blue and think patriotic items. Well, we're here to show you that you can use it in other ways. 

I used the Hey Chuck stamp set to make this card. Those chickens are the cutest.  They are so fun, quirky, and a bit sassy. 

This little guy is showing you how cool he is. Swim trunks, skateboard, what else does he need? I used the Basic 3D Embossing folders that are an online exclusive for the background. At first, I picked the dotted background because it make me think of "chicken" skin and then I realized it worked also with the swim trunks. So you decide. 

Don't forget to head over to Sisters in Stamping to see a little more of the red, white, and blue in an unusual way.

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Card Sketch Stampers Dozen June Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

It's time for another blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month we are using a card sketch as our inspiration.  Card sketches are great when you are finding yourself in a creative slump.  I also love how different every card turns out even using the same sketch as inspiration. 

This is a pretty easy sketch to follow and has so many options when you start thinking of what you can do. I used the strips behind the small rectangle to focus on using some designer series paper. Remember so many packages of designer paper is on sale this month, so get that order in. It's a great time to stock up and get all of your favorite packages. 

Below you will find my card. I love how it turned out. Berry Burst, Blueberry Bushel, and Lemon Lime Twist, the three colors that gave me my starting point of this card. 

I love, love, love typewriters. I really should have kept the one I had from high school. I saw one in an antique store (don't get me started that it was in antique store because I'm NOT that old and it doesn't belong there) and it was very expensive. Who would have thought they would be that high priced years later?

One of my favorite stamps (besides the actual typewriter, of course) in the set is the hello greeting that looks like the typewriter keys on even older typewriters than I had growing up. I only wish it was a full alphabet so I could make any greeting I wanted. I suppose I'll just have to make a bunch of "Hello" cards. 

Be sure to click the links below to keep hopping and to see how different, yet the same each bloggers cards are. You won't be disappointed. 

Returning Colors Stampers Dozen Blog Hop

Hello Stamping Friends,

Time for another great blog hop with the Stampers Dozen group. This month we are sharing projects made using the seven returning colors. Which one are you the happiest about coming back? Berry Burst, Lemon Lime Twist, Fresh Fresia, Lost Lagoon, Misty Moonlight, Pretty Peacock, or Blueberry Bushel?

I used the Cheerful Daisy stamp set for my card. The returning colors I used were Berry Burst, Fresh Fresia, and Lemon Lime Twist.

I first stamped with Fresh Freesia for the inside of the flower. The outline and centers are stamped in Berry Burst. Of course, the leaves are lemon lime twist. I used Memento Black to offset the colors and make the greeting stand out. 

This card can easily be duplicated using your favorite colors. Imagine a set of cards for a gift with each card in a different color. Such a fun gift. 

Don't forget to keep hopping by clicking on the links below. You don't want to miss out on even one project. 

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Product List

Cheerful Daisies Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [161290] $25.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.50	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $10.00
Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155613] $10.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.50	Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad [147145] $9.00
Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad [155611] $9.00	Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad [147143] $9.00	Clear Block D [118485] $9.50
Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $26.00

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