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Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio

Hello, Friends! I love it when September rolls around, because I can start sharing spooktacular projects like this Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio with you. This is probably my all time favorite Halloween collection from G45, and I never get tired of working with it.

This time, I challenged myself to make an 8″ x 8″ folio base with just one sheet of 12″ x 18″ paper. I guess this technically isn’t a folio, because it has 2 pages. But the spine is actually scored right into the cover of the folio, making for a neat design. I think I’m going to work this one up into a Button Farm Club kit someday soon. It’s such a fun design!

The cover is a single layer of the signature sheet from the Deluxe Collector’s Edition. This is stitched onto a couple of layers of cardstock, then adhered onto the folio base. Next, I fussy cut a second Alice from another signature page. Punch a hole for the handle of her spooky broomstick, thread the broomstick through, add dimensionals to the back and layer over the “flat” image.

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio: A Little Mixed Media Madness

Add dimension to the cover with your embellishments. And a little mixed media mayhem, too. I’ve been doing a little purging in the studio, so I’m finding lots of fun things I forgot I had. See the doorknob on this folio? That’s an old G45 Staples knob from their original release of metal embellishments many moons ago. This thing is about 1 3/4″ in diameter. I took it to the Mixed Media Day Spa for a beauty treatment with Black Chalk Paint, Seth Apter’s Patina Oxide Baked Texture, Stamperia Gold Dew Glamour Gel and some Ranger Rusty Hinge Distress Paint.

Alter Little Birdie Flowers with Prima Copper Crackle Texture Paste, Gathered Twigs Distress Ink and Copper Penny Prills. I even removed some of the flower centers and replaced them with vintage buttons.

The ribbon is Really Reasonable Ribbon Silky Crush Navy and Black Houndstooth. Both go so well with this collection.

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio: A Peek Inside

Here’s a peek inside the album. Cut apart the image panels from the designer paper to make pockets, titles and focal images. To cover the corners where the fussy cut images meet, create smaller pockets, or add a sticker.

The 4″ x 6″ images in the collection are great when used for cover art on mini folios. This flip folio has a magnetic closure and room for 5 photos inside.

The focal image of the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party on the first page is actually a cleverly disguised flip page with a magnetic closure. Turn it to reveal lots of fun spots for photos and journaling.

There are flaps to lift, and tip ins to turn, and journal cards tucked into pockets…all the things I love the most!

Each page unit is actually a pocket with a 7 1/2″ square pull out photo mount. How fun is that?

The images in this collection are large, so I had to look for ways to make them work. These large tip in pages feature some of the fun scenes from the story line.

Open them to reveal two large flap pages and two side pockets with photo mount inserts. Those drawer fronts make great pockets!

The final page features a large pull out, a shallow pocket and a side pocket with insert.

This pull out is 6 1/4″ wide x 12″ tall so you can fit LOTS of photos here!

And I love a good pull out feature, so I added one to the pocket.

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Fun Flip Folio YouTube Tour

To help you get a feel for the flow and function of this playful folio, I’ve created a short YouTube video tour.

Creating these folios is my idea of fun! I don’t have a tutorial for this one, but I will either create a tutorial for the base and sell it in my ETSY shop, or use it for an upcoming Button Farm Kit because I think y’all would really enjoy making it, too. Please let me know if you are interested in the comment section below.

If you’d like to see other Halloween in Wonderland projects that I’ve created, click HERE.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Replay

Hello, Friends! I bet you have been wondering where in the world I have been this week. Well, I ‘m here, and I’m just fine. This week has been all about crunching deadlines and preparing for some family birthdays. I don’t have anything new to share with you…..yet! (Wait for it! It’s coming!) So I thought I’d share a replay of some of my favorite Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland projects to help you get your Halloween on. This whimsical collection is my idea of a perfect Halloween theme. It’s spooky, but not creepy. So let’s look back in time and see what we can find.

Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio

This was such a fun project to create. The Mad Hatter is probably my favorite image from the collection. I love his socks…and the fact that he is holding a piece of candy corn inspired this project.

The inside is loaded with lots of fun ideas and techniques. You can revisit this fun project HERE.

Halloween in Wonderland Mini Album

If mini albums are more your cup of tea, you will love this “made from scratch” mini album. It’s loaded with Halloween goodness. I share lots of tips and tricks in the video that accompanies the project. Take a second look at it HERE.

Spooktacular Steampunk Alice Mixed Media Card

Love steampunk? Then you will love this tall and skinny Steampunk Alice Card.

Halloween Time Card

If you love lots of layers, you are sure to love this Halloween Time card.

Halloween in Wonderland Trick or Treat Tag Album

Sometimes, a small project makes a big impact. I loved creating this Trick or Treat Tag Album! I think you’ll enjoy it, too! You can find it HERE.

Tea With Alice 3-D Home Decor

This 3-D Off the page “Tea with Alice” assemblage is probably the most ambitious project I ever made. But boy, was it ever fun! You can find out all about it HERE.

Halloween in Wonderland Going Round in Circles Card

Oh, I remember making this one…I was just dipping my toes into the big world of mixed media. and I was just beginning to develop the idea of creating card folios. You can read all about this one HERE.

Mixed Media Background Card Folio Tutorial

Earlier this year, I shared this fun mixed media background technique with Halloween in Wonderland. You can refresh your memory on this project HERE.

Altered Altoids Tin

Finally, as proof positive that good things come in small packages, you might enjoy a peek at this Altered Altoids Tin. This itty bitty project was sooo much fun to create!

So that gives you something to do while you’re waiting for me to share some new creations with you. I hope you find some fresh inspiration in this great projects. I think I have…and I’m off to get my craft on!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Mixed Media Cards Tutorial

Frilly and Funkie Saturday Showcase

Hello, Friends! Happy Saturday! I’m up on the Frilly and Funkie Blog for this week’s Saturday Showcase post. I’ve created a spook-tacular Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Mixed Media Cards Tutorial for you there.

Did you know that Halloween in Wonderland is Graphic 45’s number one best selling collection? Because of it’s popularity, Graphic 45 is releasing the Deluxe Collector’s Edition for a 2nd time! In fact, as I write this post, Halloween in Wonderland is at the printers. You can pre-order Halloween in Wonderland at The Funkie Junkie Boutique at a tidy little discount right now. How exciting is that?

You’ll find an easy to follow SnapGuide Tutorial for these mixed media backgrounds on these cards over on the Frilly and Funkie Blog today, so I hope you will pop on by and say hello.

Here’s a sneaky peek to whet your appetite!

So grab a cuppa and meet me over at The Frilly and Funkie Blog! I’ve provided product links below for your convenience!

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Product Links to the Funkie Junkie Boutique

Halloween in Wonderland	(LATE JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Ripe Persimmon	(LATE JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Mustard Seed	(LATE JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Ground Espresso	(LATE JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Dusty Concord
(JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Seedless Preserves	(February Pre-order) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Wilted Violet	(LATE JULY PRE-ORDER) Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Pad – Crushed Olive	(MAY PRE-ORDER) Sizzix 3-D Texture Fades Embossing Folder – Mechanics	(MAY PRE-ORDER) Sizzix 3-D Texture Fades Embossing Folder – Botanical
(MID-JANUARY PRE-ORDER) Seth Apter Baked Texture – Vintage Beeswax	(MID-JANUARY PRE-ORDER) Seth Apter Baked Texture – Patina Oxide	(MID-JANUARY PRE-ORDER) Seth Apter Baked Texture – Chunky Rust	(MID-JANUARY PRE-ORDER) Seth Apter Baked Texture – Ancient Amber	(FEBRUARY PRE-ORDER) Tim Holtz Resist Spray 2oz
TIm Holtz Distress Mixed Media Heavystock TDA53835	Tim Holtz Layering Stencil Autumn	Sizzix Alterations Tim Holtz Weathered Clock BIGZ Die	(FEBRUARY PRE-ORDER) Sizzix Thinlits Rosette Set by Tim Holtz	Ranger Distress Micro Glaze
Tim Holtz Distress Glitter Dust – Vintage Platinum	Tim Holtz Ranger Distress Paint – Black Soot	Sizzix Bigz Die – Hocus Pocus by Tim Holtz	Set of 2 Antique Bronze Clock Brooches With Glass Cabochon Setting	Tim Holtz Idea-ology Tag Labels
(February Pre-order)Sizzix Paper Punch – Circle, 3/4″, Medium by Tim Holtz	Ranger Inkssentials Mini Ink Blending Tool – With 4 Blending Foams	Tonic Guillotine Comfort Paper Trimmer 8.5″ By Tim Holtz 160E	(APRIL PRE-ORDER) Tim Holtz Tonic Studios Black Thread Cutter/Paper Distresser 370E	(APRIL PRE-ORDE) Tim Holtz Tonic Studios Black Kushgrip Snip w/Non-Stick Blade & Cap 7″-Small T817

Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio

Graphic 45 Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio with Video Tour

Hello, G45’ers! Quick! What’s your favorite Halloween candy? Mine is candy corn…and I think the Mad Hatter from Halloween in Wonderland loves it, too. How do I know? Well, just take a look at the expression on his face on the cover of this Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio.

This image just tickles me! Doesn’t it look like the Mad Hatter is running for that box of candy corn on the cover? Hehehe!

Do you see what the Mad Hatter is holding in his hand? How cool is that? He even has candy corn striped socks, for heaven’s sake!

Halloween In Wonderland Candy Corn Folio: Hatching the Plan

I had it in mind to create a Halloween folio with a shaker cover. But then I was grocery shopping and found the candy corn display. Instantly, I started thinking of a way to make a folio with a candy corn container on the cover.

I tried all sorts of things, but finally found the plastic packaging from some Tim Holtz Idea-Ology Hinge Clips fit the bill perfectly. First, i thoroughly washed and dried the packaging. Then I filled the inner cavity with candy corn, and covered it with the plastic cover. Then I slid designer paper into the back of the packaging grooves. Next, I added a fussy cut image from Graphic 45’s Halloween in Wonderland DCE. The final step was clipping it to the front of my folio with a beribboned binder clip. To secure it even more, I added removable glue dots to the package backing. How fun is that?

Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio: The Details

This is a 7.75″ x 5.75″ folio with a heavy black cardstock base.

It has a 3.4″ spine and a ribbon tie closure. Designing the base was quick and easy. It took a better part of a day to build the dimensional cover and the interactive features found within.

Flips, Fold, Pockets and Tags!

You know I love to add interactive elements to my creations. The first one I added here was the fold out page/hidden tag pocket on the right.

First, I created the 5.75″ x 5.5″ fold out page. It actually measures 6.25″ wide, but the 1/2″ flap is glued behind another page, so you don’t see it. I added a fun shaped edge to the left hand side. Then, I left one side of the photo mount unattached so I could slip this decorated square Staples Tag behind it. As a bonus, the rounded edge of the tag makes a great page turner!

Adding a belly band to a photo mount allows you to slide the photo behind it along with any other cute elements. More is more, right?

The flip side reveals another photo mount/belly band duo with more whimsical images from the collection.

A Double Waterfall Feature

The centerpiece of this Halloween in Wonderland Candy Corn Folio is the double waterfall feature. Double the fun! Each page has room for a journaling spot and a 3″ x 3″ photo.

These label elements from the collection make great pockets! I matted stickers on black cardstock and tucked them in. Of course, you still have room for photos. And you can add a line of journaling on each label.

These images are glued so that photos can slip behind. I matted the large sticker on black cardstock to make it pop off the background paper. It’s another great journaling spot.

ATC Tags!

The box style pocket on the left holds several ATC tags. These were quick and easy to make. I started with a handful of black Graphic 45 Staples ATC Alpha Banners. The printed background on these means you don’t have to spend time adding patterned paper. Then, I just fussy cut these images from the cut apart page and glued them down. Add a wisp of ribbon and BAM! Almost instant tag.

My thought for these is that they’d be a great spot for photo booth style pictures. Or, they’d be wonderful place cards at your Halloween Tea. You could even use them for invitations!

Halloween In Wonderland Candy Corn Folio Video Tour on YouTube

To help you get a feel for the flow of this album, and to show you how all the interactive mechanisms work, I’ve prepared a short (under 10 minute) video tour for you.

I hope this little folio has inspired you to break out your paper pretties and get your craft on. If this is the case, I’d love to hear from you in the comment section below.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

SUPPLY LIST

Graphic 45 Hallowe’en in Wonderland Deluxe Collector’s Edition
Staples ATC Black Alpha Banner
Square Black Staples Tag
Sizzix Tim Holtz Weathered Clock Die
Waterfall One Die Tammy Tutterow/Spellbinders
Corner Rounding tool, Corner punch of your choice
Black Satin Ribbon, about 3 feet.
Tim Holtz Idea-Ology Mini Pumpkins
Petaloo Vintage Velvet flowers
Black Cardstock (4 sheets/8.5” x 11”)
Binder Clip, packaging, candy corn, removable glue dots

Trick or Treat Tag Album with G45 Halloween in Wonderland

RRR Blog Hop: Too Cute to Spook September Ribbon Club Trick or Treat Tag Album

Hello, Ribbon Lovers! Welcome to the Really Reasonable Ribbon September Blog Hop where we are celebrating the spooktacular “Too Cute to Spook” September Ribbon Club Assortment You should have arrived here from the always inspiring Karen’s blog.

I have a boo-tiful project to share with you today. Graphic 45’s Halloween in Wonderland was such fun to use in this Trick or Treat Tag Album, and a perfect color match for these fabby ribbons.

The album base was formed by joining two Staples Kraft Square tag albums together with washi tape. Then I built a little box for the front and stuffed it full of ribbony ATC Alphabet Banner Tags.

Oh, and I tucked a little chocolate in there, too….cuz it’s a Trick or Treat tag album. No tricks here, just treats and cute little tags topped with painted silver Halloween charms.

Apple Green Plaid Ribbon was wrapped around the middle of the covers, then tied through the grommet holes. It looks fantastic with all the purples in this collection.

Wanna take a peek inside? I thought so!

Trick or Treat Tag Album: Take a Peek Inside!

Each page in the album measures about 4.25″ square. A belly band on each page holds a decorated ATC Alphabet Banner Tag. The tags portray all the guests at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party. Flip sides have a small photo mount for journaling or cutie patootie Halloween costume pics.

This might be my favorite Ribbon Club assortment so far this year. It just feels like a party is about to happen!