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Simply Fabulous By Stampin’ Up

Today’s Video

My team leader assigned the colors Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, and Fresh Freesia for the February 2023 challenge. This is a combination I would probably not have put together on my own. However, I do like the result.

What is your favorite element of today’s card? I like stamping my own designer series paper! I never get too stressed about it. The paper can always be turned over and re-stamped if I make a mistake or I can simply cut a new piece and try again.

More Simply Fabulous Cards

As I mentioned in the video, I actually won this stamp set at a recent team event in Indianapolis. My team leader, Brandy Cox, made this lovely card! Of course, the cards made at our event were not using the same colors as our challenge. But I love the bright and cheery colors that we used!

This is my card from our event. I was very happy with it considering we were designing on the fly!

I hope that you gained some inspiration from today’s video. That is my goal! As always, remember to be kind, send a card, and do something creative!

Sally

Card Supplies

Coastal Cabana Cardstock: https://bit.ly/2Sq4925
Calypso Coral Cardstock: http://bit.ly/2WUdNfu
Vellum Cardstock: https://bit.ly/3hpuHxk
Basic White Cardstock: http://bit.ly/2Xn105s
Simply Fabulous Stamp Set: https://bit.ly/3xp8Ihl
Coastal Cabana Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/3n8cOnA
Calypso Coral Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/3vWMFwK
Fresh Freesia Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/3aZwki0
Tailor Made Tag Dies: http://bit.ly/3D7R1pV
Fresh Freesia 3/8″ Open Weave Ribbon: https://bit.ly/3EaXlxx
Baker’s Twine Essential Pack: https://bit.ly/2ZC34e2
Fun Flowers Resin Shapes: http://bit.ly/3ltqBJ9

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Card Measurements

Coastal Cabana Cardstock: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
Basic White Cardstock: (2) 4″ x 5 1/4″; scrap for a tag of your choice
Calypso Coral Cardstock: Scrap for a tag of your choice
Vellum Cardstock: 3″ x 4 1/4″

Fine Art Floral Suite by Stampin’ Up

Today’s Video

I love this fun fold layout. It is perfect for when you have so many beautiful papers and you just can’t decide which pattern to choose. That is exactly why I chose this layout for today’s project. This card looks like it took hours to make, but it actually goes together pretty quickly.

The belly band is always a favorite for me! As an alternative, you could put the folded card into one of our acetate boxes and put the band around the box instead of the card base.

Remember, you can get tons of card layout ideas from Stampin’ Up catalogs! I even keep my old ones to look at for inspiration. I hope that you enjoyed learning how to. use the Foam Adhesive Sheets. It is one of those things that you might see in the catalog, yet not understand how to use. I do not use them often. However, they really do make a nice design element.

More Art Gallery Cards

Each one of these cards is unique and different. The gold leafing makes the already beautiful flower images come to life. And the florals are swoon-worthy! 🙂 Don’t forget to SEND these cards. They will be a big hit with your friends and family.

As always, remember to be kind, send a card, and do something creative!

Sally

Card Supplies

Bumblebee Cardstock: http://bit.ly/2JKE1xW
Fine Art Floral Suite: https://bit.ly/3wCCwoh
Foam Adhesive Sheets: https://bit.ly/3uACLz3

Shop my entire online store: http://www.thepolkadotlife.com/shop/

Card Measurements

Card Base: 5 1/2″ x 11″, scored at 4 1/4″, 7″, and 9 3/4″ inches

DSP: 4″ x 5 1/4″, 2 1/2″ x 5 1/4″, and (2) 1″ x 5 1/4

Basic White: 2 1/2″ x 5 1/4″

Cardstock for Belly Band: 9 1/2″ x 1 1/2″

Last Chance Sale

The Last Chance Sale will begin June 1st.

A Note Card Fun Fold

Today’s Video

I have been dying to play with the Art Gallery stamp set and Fine Art Floral DSP. This blue paper was really calling my name today. This is weird because blue is one of my least favorite colors. I really need to be in the mood to use it. However, I could not be more pleased with how this card turned out.

Have you ever colored in a stamp with your Stampin’ Write Markers before? It is a technique that I enjoy using every once in a while. It is fun and not messy.

More Fun Fold Cards

Whale of A Time is such a fun set to play with. The Bright Collection is my favorite and I tend to always use these colors when I use this set.

The same thing can be said for the Zoo Globe set as well. I love these animals! Remember, if you are going to use Stampin’ Blends, you must use an additional layer and adhere it to the notecard. This type of marker will bleed through your cardstock!

I used the Tin Tile Embossing Folder on the top layer of this card. Simply by opening the folder and dragging my ink pad across it, I was able to add some color and added dimension. This embossing folder and this stamp set are both retiring. Don’t forget to jump on my website to look over the Last Chance sale. You can do that here if you like: http://www.thepolkadotlife.com/shop/

Paper Pumpkin Stamps

This is a perfect example to remind you to use your Paper Pumpkin stamps! Again, this card is easy to use with any stamp set or color combination. Don’t forget that April 9th is the last day to sign up to receive the April 2021 Paper Pumpkin kit. You won’t want to miss it!

As always, remember to be kind, send a card, and do something creative.

Sally

Card Supplies

Basic White Thick Cardstock: https://bit.ly/3bm4BJ1
Bumblebee Cardstock: http://bit.ly/2JKE1xW
Fine Art Floral DSP: https://bit.ly/320qojD
Art Gallery Stamp Set: https://bit.ly/3g7gzsL
Basic White Note Cards & Envelopes: https://bit.ly/37T2z0F
Pool Party Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/39UQ9Xa
Bumblebee Ink Pad: https://bit.ly/2RlfHGs
Multipurpose Liquid Adhesive: http://bit.ly/2LxiTvU
Night of Navy Marker: https://bit.ly/2Rb1uf0

Card Measurements

Basic White Thick: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″
Bumblebee Cardstock: 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″
DSP: 4″ x 5 1/4″ and scrap for inside, if desired