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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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Prima Home Grown Die Cut Window Card Tutorial

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Prima Homegrown Die Cut Window Card Tutorial

Hello, Friends!  Our Wonderful Wednesday project for today is a super cute Die Cut Window Card Tutorial featuring Prima Homegrown.  This card looks really impressive, but it’s actually very easy to make…once you  know how!

I hope you’ll enjoy this tutorial over on my YouTube channel:

 

Where to Find Links and Basic Measurements

Some of you have asked me where to find the linked supply list and/or the basic instructions for our Wonderful Wednesday projects.  If you are watching YouTube on a laptop, pad, or desktop, there is an information box directly below the video title.  (Scroll down below the video to see it.)  Look for the bold print that says “more.,..” and click on that.  The description box will open and you will find all the information you are looking for.  I hope that helps.  If you are watching on TV, you will not see the box.

News & Updates

This is a busy week at Kathy by Design!  Our long-awaited Button Farm Club Christmas Card Kit will release on Friday (the 28th).  I’ll be back then to share the kit reveal with you.  It’s such a beautiful kit this year….and you’ll get a little sneak peek of one of the goodies in the kit in today’s tutorial.  I couldn’t wait to share it with you.

On the knee front, I’m doing really well.  I’m walking a LOT, doing exercises and getting back to normal.  I still get very fatigued by the end of the day.  And, it I overdo it…I pay a price the next day with swelling and tenderness.  So I’m learning my boundaries and feeling really good overall.

I Need to Hear From You

Another bit update is that I am seriously thinking of not renewing my blog this year.  The price has gone up quite a lot…and I’m not sure how many people are actually reading it.  So I need to hear from you:  do you read the blog?  Or do you just watch my YouTube channel and social media sites?  Hearing from you will  help me make a quality decision.

Now, I hope y’all have a blast making your own version of this Die Cut Window Card Tutorial.  I think this would be so cute for Christmas!  What do you think?

As always, thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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12×12 Paper Collection
6×8 Paper Pad
6×6 Paper Pad
Ephemera
Chipboard Stickers
3×4 Journal Cards
4×6 Journal Cards
Meadow Petals
Garden Rose Blush
Palette Blooms
Hydrangea Mist

Heart & Home Tag Mini Album Tutorial

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Paper Rose Heart & Home Tag Mini Album Tutorial

Hello, Friends!  Today I have the cutest Paper Rose Heart & Home Tag Mini Album Tutorial to share with you.  It’s easy to make, fun to embellish, and makes a great gift!

Graphic 45 Large Kraft Tags form the album base and pages.  Regular Kraft Tags serve as flip pages on the inside.  The binding system is so easy that I just know you’re going to want to make a pile of these little albums!  You can the Heart & Home Collection or whatever theme and paper collection you like best.

Kitschy Kitchen Fun

I have a veritable treasure trove of kitschy kitchen charms in my stash.  Putting them into service for this dangle spine treatment made me very happy.

TIP:  Drill (or have your hubby drill, as I did) small holes in the handles of Tim Holtz Mini Cutlery.  Then thread them onto some jump rings for a cute, quick dangle charm.  Punch a hole in the top of your spine with a Crop-a-Dile tool, then add a large eyelet.  Slip a binding ring through the eyelet, thread on your jump ring charms and tie on a bit of linen ribbon.

Lots of Room for Photos

Here’s a peek inside the album along with simple tips for assembly.  (You can find the basic measurements and instructions in the description box below the video on my YouTube channel.)

  • First, use G45 Staples Tag Dies to cut covers for your large and regular tags.
  • Next, create envelopes for the front and back inside covers.  These will hold 3×5 index cards or recipe cards.  I designed my recipe cards on my computer.
  • Alternate regular tags between each large tag.  I’ll show you how to make these easy flip pages in the video tutorial.

 

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TIP: Cut the top flaps off the envelopes and use them as slash pockets!

Paper Rose Heart & Home Tag Mini Album Tutorial on YouTube

Would you like to learn how to create one of these adorable tag mini albums?  Then I invite you to grab a cuppa and a snack, put your feet up and enjoy the tutorial on my YouTube channel.

You can find a linked supply list below this post.  I’ve all so tagged items in the body of the video as well as provided a linked supply list in the description box below the video.  Basic measurements can be found there as well.

Next week we’ll start our BIG Recipe album tutorial using this same Heart & Home collection.   Until then, I wish you all a joyful and creative week!

Thanks for stopping by, friends!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Woodland Fairy Trifold Folio Tutorial

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Woodland Fairy Trifold Folio Tutorial with 49 & Market The Looking Glass

Hello, Friends!  Today we’re going deep into the forest to share this Woodland Fairy Trifold Folio Tutorial with you.  Once again we are working with the delightful The Looking Glass Collection from 49 & Market.  I think you’ll find lots of great inspiration, tips, techniques and ideas tucked into this charming 4 1/2″ x 8″ folio.

Are you ready to get started?  Let’s go!

Using Ephemera to Create a Dimensional Collage Cover

Many of you have expressed to me how much you love ephemera, but you never quite know how to put it to good use.  So once we build the quick and easy folio base for this project, I’m going to show you how to use those lovely bits to create a dimensional scene on the cover of your folio.  It’s easier than you might think to create a storyteller scene, and I hope you’ll enjoy the process.

Stacks of Fun

Technically, a folio is not supposed to have pages, but I could not resist adding a stack of interactive pages inside this sweet creation.  It’s a great way to add more room to a small folio like this one.

My original intent was to create a slimline card.  But the project kind of took on a life of its own and grew into a folio.  Now we have room for pockets, photos, and journaling inside.  I truly love the way the insides of this project unfolded.

Creative Embellishments

Embellishments can either enhance or diminish a project.  Properly placed, they help tell the story and draw the onlooker into your tale.  I’ll show you how to make some clever new embellishments in the course of this video tutorial.  You can carry these ideas over to your cardmaking adventures, too.

Woodland Fairy Trifold Folio Tutorial on YouTube

If you’d like to learn how to create this quick and easy folio base, then take it to the next level with beautiful papers and embellishments, then I hope you’ll grab a cuppa and a snack, put your feet up and enjoy this tutorial.

You can find the basic measurements and linked supplies in the description box below the video.  I’ll also link supplies below this post for your convenience.

Personal Update”  An Unexpected Event

Today, I was supposed to have  knee replacement surgery.  However, my surgeon is unexpectedly going to be out until sometime in August.  So, my surgery has been cancelled.  Bummer!

Because the situation with my right knee has become quite uncomfortable when walking or standing, I’ve made an appointment with another highly recommended orthopedic surgeon at the end of this month.  I’m hoping to be able to have the surgery done mid-July, but I won’t really have a date until I see him.

Life sometimes takes unexpected turns, but I’ve learned over the years that God really does have my best interests at heart.  I’m at peace with the situation, and will keep you posted on updates and progress.

Wishing you a joyful and creative day, my friends!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

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Daisies and Bees Altered Box with Tutorial

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Stamperia Daisies and Bees Altered Box with Tutorial

Hello, Friends!  It’s another Wonderful Wednesday and I have a darling Daisies and Bees Altered Box to share with you.  Whilst rummaging around in the Closet of Inspiration, I found a neat little wooden box that my sister had passed along to me.  The minute I touched it, I just knew that I was going to dress it up with paint, stencils, Reneabouquets Beautiful Board and papers from Stamperia Daisy Art.

Box Altering Tips and Tricks

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What a glorious, messy, creative process that was!  My box measures 5″ x 5 1/2″ x 4″ with the lid closed.  I did not do a tutorial for the box, as everyone’s box will be a different size.  But here are a few tips:

TIPS: 

  • First, find a tiny screwdriver and remove the latch and the hinges, then paint the box.  I used Stamperia Aqua Pearl Patina Matte Paint for this.  Set the box aside and let it dry.
  • Next, measure the box, inside and out, and cut papers to fit.  Adhere all the papers at the same time.
  • Now, add texture with Ranger Grit Paste and a stencil.  I chose a simple script motif.
  • Then, layer on your embellishments.  This is always the fun part!  use foam tape to add depth and dimension on the top of the box.  Mustard seeds (from spice aisle of your local grocery store) provide a fun natural feel.
  • Finally, re-attach the metal hardware you removed in the first step.  Then screw in some decorative box feet for the perfect finishing touch.

Junk Journal in a Box

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Once you’ve finished with the outside of the box, you can fill the interior.  The box would provide great decorative storage for buttons, metal charms, spools of thread or ephemera.  I decided to create a stack of tags and mini folios to go inside my box.

In case you want to create these same tags and folios, I’ve provided a video tutorial for those elements.

Daisies and Bees Altered Box with Tutorial on YouTube

I hope you’ll join me for the project share and tutorial over on my YouTube channel:

I’ve tagged products within the video for your shopping convenience.  You can also find a linked supply list below this post.

I’ll be back next Wednesday with our final Daisy Art project…I’m thinking cards!

Thanks for stopping by, friends!

Cheerio,

kathy

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