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Something Fancy Bonus Cards

As I round out the week of the Something Fancy Bundle, I would like to share a few “bonus” cards! These are cards made with the bundle from my Weekly Card Class From ME, but are not part of the FREE card kits with purchase. They are simply more inspiration and card making ideas you may love.

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Flowers & More Designer Series Paper

I have been enjoying the Flowers & More Host DSP during my Something Fancy weekly card class. So I had to pull it out again for my bonus cards. This time I kept 2 things similar for each of these 4 very different cards:

  1. A Thick White Card Base
  2. A DSP layer that measured 3 x 4″ originally.

Bonus Card #1, With Sympathy

It is a sad fact of life that we make more sympathy cards than we would like to. The Something Fancy Stamp Set is rich in sentiments, (this post will tell you more about this stamp set!). And the sentiment that sends our deepest sympathy is a lovely one.

What I love about the Something Fancy Dies is that they are sized to layer or nest together. This way, you can have an outline like the one I used in my sympathy card.

I chose Sahara Sand, Crushed Curry and Early Espresso as my neutral colors for this card. I used the Bough Punch for 2 vellum leaves, and the Enamel Dot Essentials for subtle embellishments. My 3 x 4″ dsp is cut into thirds in length for this card.

Bonus Card #2, Happily Ever After

And they lived happily ever after! That is the best ending to a story. Now let’s talk about the story of how I made this card. I wanted a bright and fun pattern of designer series paper to start with. Next, I pulled colors from my dsp, like Tahitian Tide and Fresh Freesia to compliment it.

This time, I left my 3 x 4″ piece of dsp whole, but canted it at an angle. I continued to use angles for most of the card front elements. The Medium Daisy Punch is one of my favorite go-to’s when I need something quick and simple to add to a card.

After playing with these tag dies from the Something Fancy Dies the other day, I wanted to try a different topper cut out. In fact, I had some fun adding different colors of ink to my tags as well. I began with Crumb Cake Cardstock, added a little Tahitian Tide, then finished with Craft White Ink for an aged patina look.

Bonus Card #3, Everyday Magic

For my third bonus card, I wanted to use the sentiment “grateful for the everyday magic of you”. With a saying like that, this card had to also be a little…magical! Again, I kept my 3 x 4″ dsp fully intact.

With the red rubber style of the Something Fancy Stamp Set, the technique I used on my sentiment works perfectly! First, I inked the entire sentiment in Crushed Curry Ink. Next, I added Pumpkin Pie Ink to the middle portion of the stamp with a Sponge Dauber. Lastly, I added Sweet Sorbet Ink in the same manner.

The result of my stamped sentiment is a little magical, don’t you think?

Bonus Card #4, Good You Do

My last bonus card using the Something Fancy Bundle and Flowers & More DSP is the most monotone. I wanted green to go with my “good” style sentiment, and I did not add in additional colors.

Just like the other card bases in this series of cards, I chose white. I cut my 3 x 4″ dsp in half and placed it on my card sideways on a layer of Granny Apple Green Cardstock.

While using the dies from the Something Fancy Die Set, I chose the group of 3 that nest together. Because I wanted my sentiment die cut to be white so that I could stamp on it, I needed the middle die cut to be Granny Apple Green to match the other color of this card. That left the largest die to be white as well, which worked perfectly as a pop against the green background.

Something Fancy About All These Cards

I hope you have enjoyed my Something Fancy cards this week! If you missed other cards from this class, click this link to see the latest. You can also watch my class video by clicking here. Hurry, if you would like the Something Fancy Card Kits for FREE, time is running out!

I would love to know which card was your favorite this week. Be sure to come back and see me next week for another Card Class From ME.

Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle

Card made with the Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle

Fresh Cut Flowers: Limited Bundle

Have you seen the lovely stamp set, Fresh Cut Flowers, from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog? It is a beautiful red rubber cling stamp set. The stamp images included in this set are all floral designs, without any sentiments.

Fresh Cut Flowers Stamp Set

What is really missing, however, is a die set to go with it. For the month of September 2022, the limited offering called “Perfect Partners” gives us just what we are looking for! This program pairs up 6 different stamp sets (that were originally offered without dies) with some to-die-for partners. See the full list here.

Fresh Cut Stems Dies

There are only a few days left to get the coordinating dies! After September 30, this offer goes away. If you have not yet purchased the stamp set, order the Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle (stamp set and dies) to automatically save 10%. If you already have the stamp set, just pick up the Fresh Cut Stems Dies while you still can.

With these great dies, you will be able to die cut all 4 stamped images in the Fresh Cut Flowers Stamp Set. Just think…no fussy cutting! There are lots of bonus dies here to, including a great edge die, which you see featured in my card.

Fresh Cut Stems Dies

Make It Monday with the Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle

I just featured a card using the Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle, selectively editing some of the design. For the most part, I did this to simplify my card. You can watch my YouTube Video here, where I share the creation from start to finish. Of course, there are some tips along the way too.

One thing I did to simplify this card was use cardstock instead of masking and sponging. Besides being a time saver, this is also a great way to use up some scraps, . And how fantastic is the tone on tone effect? You can create this look by stamping with ink color that is the same tone as your cardstock.

Stamping on cardstock with tone on tone ink to paper.

The Card Recipe

Card Base: White Cardstock 5-1/2 x 8-1/2″, scored at 4-1/4″.

Border Trim Piece: White Cardstock 1/2 x 5-1/2″, use border die to cut out.

Left Side Rectangles: Bottom Left: Mint Macaron 1-1/2 x 2-1/2″; Middle Left: Soft Seafoam 1-1/2 x 1-1/4″; Top Left: Calypso Coral 1-1/2 x 1-1/4″.

Right Side Rectangles: Bottom Right: Calypso Coral 2-1/4 x 1-1/4″; Middle Right: Petal Pink 2-1/4 x 1″; Top Right: So Saffron 2-1/4 x 2-3/4″.

Floral Focal Piece: White Cardstock 3-1/2 x 5″, stamp and die cut.

Bakers Twine Essentials Pack, 12″ black twine.

Classic Matte Dots Embellishments, 3-5 for desired effect.

Card Assembly Tips!

Here are some of my take-aways from making this amazing card. And even if you don’t use the same stamps and dies that I did, get creative with this design layout. Anything you make will look so good!

  1. After you cut your rectangles for the entire card, keep the orientation of them in the correct position. This is super important as you pull them to stamp on them. But if you make a mistake, turn your cardstock over and use the back.
  2. Sentiment size matters! Because the Fresh Cut Flowers Stamp Set is images only. you will need to choose a sentiment from another stamp set. Make sure it will fit in the smallest rectangle box, taking up @half of the space. And be sure to stamp your sentiment toward the right side of the rectangle.
  3. Start by adhering the outer 4 corner rectangles first. Place your cardstock up against the edge of your card base. Next, center the remaining rectangles evenly spaced between your top and bottom pieces.
  4. Not so good at making bows? Don’t get your twine in a knot (like I did in my live demo!). Try this method instead: add some adhesive (Tear & Tape is my fav), then swoop your twine up and down catching it on the tape for a bow-like look.
A faux like bow look using Tear & Tape and twine.

Colorful Flowers….Or Not?

The beauty of the large flower image from the Fresh Cut Flowers Stamp Set is that you can color it in with any color…or leave it black and white. For this card, the background cardstock rectangles provided the color for us. By not coloring, you are saving time too.

But…if black and white is too stark for you, consider stamping the flower image on something with a little color. For my color swap card, I chose Kraft Paper. Use your imagination!

Stamping and die cutting the large flower from Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle.

Embellish Your Bouquet of Fresh Cut Flowers

Nothing tops off a pretty card more than some sweet embellishments. From the faux bow to the adhesive dots, our look is competed very simply. I love that the neutral colors of the Bakers Twine Essential Pack and the Classic Matte Dots let me add black or white on each colorful card to compliment them perfectly.

Take a closer look at this in play:

Large flower stamp from the Fresh Cut Flowers Stamp Set, die cut in white and Kraft Paper.

Who Wore It Better?

From my original card, I like to swap out colors and create another card using the same design. In my live card making demo, I showcased colors from the Subtle Family, which are quite soft and spring-like. For my color swap, I turned to the Regal Family, and chose a fresh fall palette. Who do you think wore it better?

2 cards using the Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle.

Perfect Partners Ending Soon

Good things have to come to an end. And the Perfect Partner program is doing just that. These dies will be gone on September 30, or if sold out beforehand.

Make sure you stop by my online store to grab your Fresh Cut Flowers Bundle or the Fresh Cut Stems Dies while there is still time. And be sure to check out the other specials and deals happening this month…what a great time to shop, save and stamp!