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Part 2 Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial

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Part 2 Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial

Interactive Pages, Kinetic Waterfall, Trifold Card & Hidden Paperclips

Hello, Friends!  It’s Wonderful Wednesday and time to share this  Part 2 Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial.   Today is all about interactive pages, hidden paper clips, and a kinetic waterfall.  There’s even a fun little card tutorial tossed in for good measure.

We began this series last week.  So if you missed that tutorial showing how to create the folio base, cover and box pocket, you can find it HERE.

Fall is Just Around the Corner

Although you couldn’t prove it by our temperatures here in North Carolina, we really are on the threshold of autumn.  Personally, it can’t get here soon enough!  I’m more than ready for crisp, cool mornings, clear blue skies and maybe even snuggling up under a favorite blanket. So maybe this glorious fall paper collection will get the thermometer headed in the right direction.

Although we created the front cover together last week, this week I added the back cover and a fun dangle charm to the spine.

A Peek Inside

Did you get your folio base built last week?  If so, you’ll be ready for all the neat features in this week’s tutorial.   Here’s what you have to look forward to:

  • First, an adorable flip/flap pull out folio with the cutest hidden paper clips
  • Next, quick and easy accordion folio feature
  • Got scraps?  Learn how to use them to make a really classy trifold card.
  • Gotta love pockets!  Get ready for the easiest double slash pocket tutorial ever!
  • Learn a fun “belt buckle” closure for a gatefold page.

This is a lengthy (almost one hour!) tutorial, so you’ll want to grab a cuppa and a snack as you follow along.

Where do I find the Details?

Several of you have asked where to find the linked supply list and Basic Measurements on YouTube.  First, you need to be viewing the video on YouTube from  a computer, laptop, pad, or your phone.  Next, look for the title below the video.  Then, look for the word “more” shortly after the title.  When you click on the word more, the description box will drop down, and you’ll find a linked supply list and measurements written down for you there.  I also tag items within the video for your shopping convenience.

I hope that helps!

What’s Up Next?

I’ll be back next week with a Country Heart Cafe banner tutorial for the folks who requested it.  I’m gonna start making handmade sunflowers today as I prepare all the elements.  So get ready for a little home decor session.

Until then, friends, I wish you joy and creativity!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

SUPPLY LIS

Country Heart Cafe Collection
12×12 Paper Collection
6×8 Paper Pad
Laser Cut Elements
Die Cuts
Laser Cut Flowers

Other:
Harvest Gold Cardstock (6-8 sheets)
Charcoal Brown Heavyweight Cardstock (3-5 sheets)
Rust Cardstock (6-8 sheets)
Canvas Fabric
Foam Tape
Acetate
Bits and Bobs from my stash

Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial

49 & Market Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial for Wonderful Wednesday

Hello, Friends!  Our Wonderful Wednesday project this week is a 49 & Market Country Heart Cafe Party Folio Tutorial.  We’re kicking off the month of September with an invitation for fall to come peeking in our windows!

This large party in a box folio measures 6 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ with a 2″ spine, so there’s lots of room for interactive elements on the inside.  )Just wait til you see it fold out! This one just goes and goes!)

Because I’m spending a lot of time on rehab after my knee surgery right now, we’ll take a couple weeks to build this folio out.  Today, we’ll focus on building the base, the box pocket, and the cover.

Sunflowers Outside My Window

This cozy kitchen window looks out onto a field of sunflowers.  You can learn how to make the shaker element in today’s video.  I added a brown gingham bow, fall flowers, and a burlap trim border to amp up the country vibe.

When I asked you what you wanted to make with this beautiful collection, y’all had a LOT of ideas: folios, mini album, cards, a banner, and a party in a box.  I’m going to combine several of those requests in this one project.  We will make a banner…but not until later this month.  Sound good?

Country Heart Cafe Party Box Tutorial on YouTube

If you’d like join the fun, please grab a cuppa and a snack and enjoy today’s Wonderful Wednesday video on my YouTube channel;

Knee Surgery Update

The latest news is that I am doing great 8 weeks out from my total knee replacement.  I’m still dealing with stiffness, fatigue and some discomfort, of course.  This is a long healing process that takes up to a year! In addition to my bending and extension exercises, I’m walking over a mile a day in 10-15 minute increments.  My physical therapy has moved from more passive treatments to building strength back into my calves, quads and hamstrings.  We’re also working on balance, which is harder than it sounds.

I had PT today, and it was downright rigorous, and that’s a good thing because it means I’ve turned a corner in my recovery.  Yay!  But it also means that I was exhausted when I got home.  As soon as I finish writing this blog post, I’m gonna go ice, elevate, and maybe take a little nap!

You can find the basic measurements and linked supply list in the description box below the video on my YouTube channel.

I’ll see you next week with Part 2 of our Country Heart Cafe Party Box Folio Tutorial.  Until then,

Cheerio,

kathy

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Part 4 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial

Part 4 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial: Creating the Cover Art

Hello, Friends!  Welcome to Part 4 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial!  This is the big finale as we add the cover art and finish the folio.  Always my favorite part of any project, we’ll finish the cover with a mix of beautiful handmade flowers with a sprinkling of pre-made flowers.

Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio-Kathy Clement-Kathy by Design

If you missed Part 1 (creating the folio base) you can view that video HERE.

Need to get caught up:  You can find Part 2 (creating the internal mechanisms) HERE.

Want to learn how to make a set of super sweet, quick and easy note cards?  View Part 3 HERE.

Part 4 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial on You Tube

Are you ready to watch the big finale for this folio tutorial?  Then please enjoy this YouTube video.

Have you enjoyed making this folio along with me?  I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comment section below.  You can also find a linked supply list for your shopping convenience.

Thanks so much for stopping by, friends!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Part 2 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial

Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio-Kathy Clement-Kathy by Design

Part 2 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial:  Creating the Interior Mechanisms

Hello, Friends!  Are you ready to get started with Part 2 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial?  Today we are going to make the internal mechanisms.  We’ll be adding a double slash pocket, a box style pocket, a lateral waterfall feature with pockets, and a cute belly band with sweet little envelope tuck ins.  It’s going to be loads of fun.

If you missed Part 1 of this tutorial where we make the base, line the cover with canvas and secure the ribbon closure, you can get caught up HERE.

Part 2 Stamperia Sunflower Art Folio Tutorial on YouTube.

Ready to get your craft on?  Then please enjoy today’s video tutorial.

I’ll be back tomorrow with Part 3 of this in depth tutorial.  But here’s a sneak peek to whet your appetite.

You can find a linked supply list below this post for your shopping convenience.  I do receive a very small affiliate payment for most of these linked supplies, but it does not in any way raise the cost of the product for you.  These affiliate sales are how I pay for my website so that my posts can be ad-free.  Thanks for your support!

See you tomorrow!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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P13 Stitched with Love Folio Completed!

P13 Stitched With Love Folio Completed!  Crafty City YouTube Hop Project

Hello, Friends!  About 3 weeks ago, I introduced you to this lovely P13 Stitched With Love Collection. The kit was provided to me for a YouTube hop celebrating Crafty City’s 10 year anniversary.   Here’s a reminder of what came in my kit:

Crafty City 10 Year Anniversary YouTube HopToday I’m here to share the completed folio project with you.

P13 Stitched with Love Folio by Kathy Clement for Crafty City YouTube Hop PHoto 01

This 8×8 “made from scratch” trifold folio turned out even better than I had hoped.  Sewing themed projects always remind me of my mom.  She was a master seamstress and her favorite color was pink.  I spent many, many happy hours as a young girl sitting beside her as she stitched up curtains, dresses, pillows and even coats and bonnets for my baby sister.  The hum of a sewing machine takes me right back to those cozy moments.  Mom also taught me how to embroider…and she tried to teach me how to knit & crochet.  The embroidery lessons “took”.  The sewing, knitting and crochet lessons, not so much!

I hope you’ll enjoy this video tour of my completed project.  The folio is filled with lots of sweet surprises.  And I even managed to create a lovely stack of greeting cards using the leftover bits.

Stitched With Love Completed Folio and Card Set Reveal on YouTube

Hop Details

There is still time to visit all 9 of the YouTube channels that are participating in the hop.  You have until April 30th to visit, leave a comment and see what their kits look like.  To be entered to win one of two kits, (or a $25 gift certificate for International peeps) finish the hop on Archana’s channel, let her know you hopped and left sweet words on each channel, then comment ENTER ME.

Discount Code

You can save 10% on your shopping at Crafty City by using the code Kathy10 when you check out.  Archana has stocked up the store with all of the kits featured in the hop as well as loads of other paper pretties.

Wishing you all a day filled with joy and creativity!

Cheerio,

kathy