Spellbinders Slimline Classic Card with Ciao Bella The Muse
Hello, Friends! Today I’m excited to share the newly released Spellbinders Slimline Classic Card Making Die with you. If you are a fan of slimline cards, as I am, then this is definitely a die you’ll want to add to your crafty stash! Elegant, easy to make cards are a snap to make when you let this amazing die do all the heavy lifting for you! It’s one of the April 2021 Releases over on the Spellbinders page.
Spellbinders Slimline Classic….Meet Ciao Bella The Muse
I paired these lovely Classic Slimline Etched Dies up with soft blush papers from Ciao Bella’s The Muse paper collection. Here’s how simple it is to put this elegant card creation together.
First, create an 8 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ top fold slimline card base from cream cardstock.
Now cut an 8 3/8″ x 3 3/8″ panel from Ciao Bella’s The Muse collection to line the card front.
Next, create a center panel from an 8 3/8″ x 2 3/8″ from the same collection.
Then back this panel with foam tape or waste chipboard. Center it and adhere it to the first panel.
Now, die cut the main filigree and sentiment twice using cream cardstock. Layer together with thin foam tabs between them to create subtle dimension.
Then die cut four corner pieces from cream cardstock and tuck in each corner.
Finally, add ivory roses and bows on each side of the die cut panel.
Place ivory flat back pearls in the corners and ends of the die cuts. So easy, so elegant! Who could ask for anything more?
A Peek Inside
Add a pocket inside the card. Then create a little gift wallet with more of the designer papers.
There’s room to write a small note and tuck in a little gift.
I hope you’ll take a peek at the other slimline card dies in The Slimline Collection. There are some wonderful options available! Spellbinders is also offering a Free Spring Blooms Bonus with a $100 purchase right now. I guess I’d better go shopping!
Echo Park Salutations Card Kit Reveal for The Button Farm Club
Hello, Friends! I’m just popping in very quickly today to announce the release of this Salutations All Occasion Card Kit for The Button Farm Club. If you’ve ever wished for a stack of cheery all-occasion greeting cards, then I think you’re going to love this kit. It was put together early in March, and I’ve been patiently waiting to share it with you all.
The idea behind this kit was to provide you with a bunch of quick and easy to make cards with fresh, fun interactive designs. For example, look at the adorable shaker elements in this window card,
We’ll also make this cute easel card…and in no time flat!
Sometimes the fun is on the inside of a card design….
….like this fancy fold greeting.
Need a thank you card?
We’ve got you covered there, too!
Sneaky Tricks and Design Tips
Although these cards are quick and easy to make, the tutorial is filled with lots of my personal “sneaky tricks” and design tips.
These little details will help you take your card making from OK to “Oh, Wow!”
I’ll show you how to transform itty bitty scraps into stylish gift tags.
And just wait ’til you get a peek inside this darling little accordion folio! Good things really do come in small packages!
Salutations All Occasion Card Kit Reveal on YouTube
If you’d like to take a closer look at all the cards and paper pretties that come in this kit, just watch this YouTube video reveal.
What’s in the Salutations All Occasion Card Kit?
This kit is loaded with lots of goodies …and you will have “leftovers” too! Here’s what you’ll get in this versatile card kit:
There are 10 greeting cards, 1 mini folio, 3 dimensional gift tags, and 2 gift card enclosures packed into this adorable card kit. In addition, you’ll receive a full-color printed Basic Guide and private links to the video tutorials for each card in the kit. You can watch the videos whenever it is convenient for you to do so, and you can watch them as many times as you like. Once you’ve completed the kit, you’ll have a lovely stash of extra paper pretties to play with on your own. And, you’ll have several new techniques and card styles to add to your crafty resume!
Each kit contains:
12 sheets of Echo Park Salutations One 12×12 Collection Kit (includes stickers)
6 sheets of Salutations One color matched 12×12 Solids Cardstock
Salutations Ephemera Pack
4 sheets of 12×12 white cardstock
2 yards of white ribbon
8.5 yards of white string
Little Birdie Pearl Pink Beaded Fancies
Little Birdie Moon Light Beaded Blossoms
12 wooden buttons
6 kraft doilies
5” x 7” Window Envelope
Pink Floral Shaker Elements
Full Color Basic Written Guide
Links to private video tutorials
Once again, Laura has worked her magic, and the price for this kit is only $52.99. I don’t know how she manages to bundle all these goodies together so reasonably, but aren’t we glad she does?
This is a limited kit release, and not part of my Quarterly Card Kit Club Subscription. So if you want to add the cards, tips and techniques to your crafty toolbox, you will need to place the order quickly.
As always, I’m humbled and grateful for the amazing support you’ve shown for these kits. My goal for each one is to provide you with new content, new designs and lots of solid papercrafting fun and learning.
Personal Update
Because many of you asked me to keep you informed, I’m also adding a little personal update to this post. As you are probably aware. my husband Dale had a mild heart attack on April 9th. We are beyond grateful that we got to the hospital and received treatment very quickly. One week ago today the heart team at WakeMed Hospital placed a stent in a completely blocked artery on the right hand side of his heart. At that time they also discovered that one of the grafts from his open heart surgery had also completely closed.
At first, they told us we would have to come back in a couple of weeks for a second, more delicate, procedure. But by Wednesday, when we were discharged, his cardiologist said that they felt the problem was fixed. As long as he does not experience any chest pain or shortness of breath during normal activities, they are going to leave that tricky problem alone. So thank you, Lord.
He is recovering beautifully. No pain or shortness of breath. He has a great appetite. Everything seems to be healing up just as it should. I am all caught up on sleep and laundry and I even vacuumed the house this morning! Yay, for NORMAL! I’m hoping that after this week, we will be able to fully relax and enjoy the life that the Lord has so graciously given us. My heart is so very thankful!
Stamperia Spring Botanic Gift Box Card Tutorial for Throwback Thursday & A Personal Update
Hello, Friends! For this week’s Throwback Thursday Tutorial, I have a gorgeous Stamperia Spring Botanic Gift Box Card to share with you. This paper collection captured my imagination when it arrived on the scene in 2019. I’ve made several projects with it over the years, and felt it was time to pull it out into the light of day again. It’s just as beautiful as I remember the last time I worked with it. This project was completed last week, but the video had not been edited yet. Thankfully, I got that done before Friday afternoon…because life took an unexpected turn. Read on if you are curious!
Important Personal Update
First of all, everything here is going to be just fine. So please know that! But last Friday, my husband Dale had a heart attack. We are so thankful that we got to the emergency room quickly. The doctors saw him immediately and began therapeutic treatment almost instantly. Long story short, they did a procedure on Monday morning to open up a blocked artery and restore blood flow to the heart. There is another completely blocked artery from the open heart surgery he had in 2013. But the “fix” is risky, and they decided that since he seems to be doing well after the first procedure, they will leave things alone. Of course, if his condition changes, we will have to change with it.
So right now, instead of playing in the studio, I am playing nurse. We are getting used to new medications, new routines and getting Dale on the road to recovery. I have a few projects already written up and scheduled. But the reality is, you probably won’t be hearing as much from me for the next few weeks. And, I may not be able to keep up with comments like I usually do.
We feel really positive that the future is full of promise and fulfillment for us. We are beyond thankful for the love and support of our family and friends. I don’t usually share personal things here, but I feel a bond with each of you, and did not want to keep you in the dark.
Now, on with Throwback Thursday!
Beautiful Spring Botanicals
I think y’all are really going to have fun with this gift box design. It’s perfect for gift-giving. Mother’s Day. Graduation and Father’s Day are right around the corner. So you can adapt this basic design for any occasion.
You’ll learn how to make this cutaway front cover and magnetic closure in the video tutorial. It’s pretty slick.
The Details
Transform a simple paper clip into a stylish embellishment with ribbon, flowers and twine. This clip does double duty on the inside of the card folio as it holds the pages of a waterfall feature in place.
Pale pink roses echo the image on the folio cover. And I love this mini check coral rose ribbon!
A Peek Inside
How much do we love this soft, neutral color palette? It just makes me feel calm and at rest.
Here’s what the folio looks like when opened all the way up. The center panel is a box pocket filled with a little sticky note pad. The bottom panel is a waterfall feature.
Learn how to make the sticky note pad in the video tutorial. Ad how much do we love this little snail? I know they are destructive in real life…but on paper they are mighty cute!
Rest the sticky note inside another box pocket. This way you can keep adding new pads as you use them up.
The Waterfall Feature
To make the pages of the waterfall, score 1 1/2″ on the left hand side of each 5 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ cut apart image. Then adhere the flap as you would with any waterfall. You can also see that I added flowers to both sides of the paper clip so that it’s pretty no matter which way it is turned.
Add photos, quotes or journaling to the pages of the waterfall folio.
The final page is a little tag/pocket combo.
Throwback Thursday Video Tutorial on YouTube
I hope you’ve enjoyed this little Throwback Thursday tutorial. Let me know if you make this project! I’d love to hear from you in the comments below.
Thanks for stopping by!
Cheerio,
kathy
SUPPLY LIST
Stamperia Spring Botanic 12×12 Paper Pad (look on Etsy…you might find it!)
Farmhouse Kitchen Flip Folio for Really Reasonable Ribbon April 2021 Blog Hop
Hello, Friends! Welcome to a tour of my Farmhouse Kitchen Flip Folio for the Really Reasonable Ribbon April 2021 Blog Hop! You should be coming here from Ginny’s amazing blog. I’ve paired the country fresh papers from Echo Park with the Turquoise Satin Ribbon from the April 2021 Ribbon Club Assortment. Here’s a sneaky peek at the vibrant ribbons in this Bright Floral Assortment.
Down on the Farm
Turquoise Ribbon is used three ways on this 5 1/2″ x 5″ x 1″ flip folio. It serves as the bow cluster, the closure mechanism, and on the spine.
This little vignette takes me right back to my Grammy’s kitchen! And look how beautifully the turquoise ribbon plays with the blueberry patterned paper from the collection!
Wrap the spine with a length of Turquoise Satin ribbon. Then tie a cluster of mini silverware inside a square knot. Cut the ends and you’ve got a country fresh charm dangle in a jiffy!
Add the ribbon closure to the folio cover before you wrap the spine with the floral patterned paper. First, attach 1/2″ Scor-Tape around the middle of the folio. Then adhere the ribbon over the tape. Leave about a 9″ over hang on each side for ease in tying a bow.
A Quick Peek Inside
Inside this little folio you’ll find hidden pockets, pull out pages, and lots of flips and flaps.
If you’d like to see the rest of the album, I invite you to watch this short video tour with tips and tricks.
On With the Hop!
Now hop on over and see what paper pretties Cheryl has in store for you. Here’s the complete blog hop list in case you get lost along the way:
Once you’ve visited all the blogs in the hop, pop on by the RRR Blog. Answer Bonnie’s question of the month, and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a FREE April Ribbon Club Assortment!
If you’re not a member of the Monthly Ribbon Club yet, I highly recommend it! Each month you will receive a color-coordinated package of 9 ribbons in the mail. It’s kind of like getting a birthday present every month. And it’s a great way to build up your ribbon stash! You can find out how to join the club HERE.
You’ll find a linked supply list below my signature. Thanks for stopping by!
Echo Park Welcome Baby Girl Kangaroo Pocket Card Folio for Really Reasonable Ribbon
Hello, Friends! Are you wondering what a Kangaroo Pocket Card Folio is? Well, your curiosity is about to be satisfied! This fun fold card has an itty bitty accordion folio tucked into the dimensional pocket on the cover. As the design came together, all I could think of was a baby kangaroo tucked inside her mommy’s pouch. Take a look:
Is that cute or what?
TIP: Pick up the deep pink tones of the pastel plaid by adding a Shocking Pink Checkerboard Satin Ribbon closure.
The First Year Unfolds
Capture every single memory of baby’s first year in this teeny tiny 3 1/4″ square accordion folio. It’s the perfect size for a brag book! Here’s how:
First, cut 3 sheets of Echo Park Welcome Baby Girl Solids into 12″ x 3 1/4″ strips.
Now, overlap each strip about 1/4″ and adhere to form one very long strip that is 3 1/4″ tall.
Next, score this strip every 3 1/4″ all the way down the length.
Then accordion fold. You will end up with a short flap that can be tucked inside to form a pocket.
Wrap Shocking Pink Checkerboard Satin Ribbon around the center of the folded folio. Use 1/2″ Scor-Tape to hold it in place.
Now you just need to cut apart the 3×3 images and some 3×3 panels of designer paper to cover the pages.
Decorate the cover and you’re done! You can see how the folio unfolds in the video tour below.
Quick and Cute Paper Clip Embellishment
Next you can make a quick and cute paper clip embellishment to hold the fun fold card closed. This vinyl coated paper clip is 1 1/2″ long.
First, cut a 4″ piece of Shocking Pink Plaid Ribbon.
Next, fold the ends of the ribbon in half. Cut from the fold to the outside edge to create fishtail banner ends.
Now fold the ribbon in half and thread the loop through the top of the paper clip.
Then pull the legs through the loop and tighten.
Finish with an iridescent metallic string bow and an itty bitty cluster of flowers.
A Peek Inside
Here’s a look at what’s hiding behind the front flap. There’s a little pocket with a 3×4 journal card insert. Then I matted a sentiment card on hot pink cardstock and used stickers to frame it. Light Pink Ric-Rac makes a pretty border, but keeps the card from being too bulky.
Flip open the card cover to find a belly band and photo mat inserts. There’s also a pocket and photo mat in the center of the card. So there’s lots and lots of room for sweet memories and photos of baby’s first year.
Kangaroo Pocket Card Folio Project Share on YouTube
I thought you might want to see how the accordion folio looks inside, so I created a little 5 minute video tour for you.
You can find a linked supply list below the signature. I hope you enjoyed this cutie pie card. I’m sending it to my sweet niece who just welcomed baby girl #4 to the family. So sweet!
