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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

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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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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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Part 2 Stamperia Daisy Art Folio Tutorial

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Part 2 Stamperia Daisy Art Folio Tutorial:  Finishing the Inside Elements

Hello, Friends!  It’s another Wonderful Wednesday and time to share Part 2 Stamperia Daisy Art Folio Tutorial with you.  If you missed Part 1, you can find it HERE.

This week we are going to finish the album interior with all kinds of fun flips, flaps, pockets and pop-up features.  Need lots of room for photos?  I’ve got you covered!  But if you simply want to enjoy flipping through these gorgeous patterns and images, that’s OK, too!

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Do you love a lace covered spine as much as I do?  I’ll show you how quick and easy it is to add one to your next album, folio or junk journal in this video.

Surprise Pop Up Page

C’mon, friends!  You knew there had to be a pop up feature tucked in this album somewhere, right?  This one is hidden inside a flap page, and it’s such fun to see all these dimensional layers when you open it up.  I’ll share my “quick and easy” tips for making the pop up boxes, too.

Lots of Room for Photos

See that little flap page over on the right?  It’s actually a 5×7 envelope, so the back side is a pocket filled with photo mats.  And, I just had to add another little kinetic waterfall page for even more photos.

Pages that Move

Do you like to create pages in your albums that move?  Me, too!  Wait until you see how these folio pages function!  It’s not only cool, but it’s easy to create, too.

Part 2 Stamperia Daisy Art Folio Tutorial on YouTube

Are you ready to get to work on the rest of this charming folio?  Then please grab a cuppa and a snack, put your feet up and enjoy the tutorial on my YouTube channel.

You can find basic measurements written in the description box below the video on my YouTube channel.  Simply copy and paste, then print and you’ll have your own written guide.

I’ve linked products in the video description box as well as tagged them within the video.  You can also find a linked supply list below this post.  So however you want to shop, I’ve tried to make it easy for you.

**Note:  this collection has sold out quickly, so some links may come up empty, or may request that you ask to be notified when they are back in stock.  Thanks for understanding!

Next week I think we’re going to create a home decor project.  So I hope to see you then!

Thanks for stopping by, friends!

Cheerio,

kathy

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