I love the “builder” aspect of the stamp set, where you can mix and match the words to create your perfect sentiment.
And, i love the gold accents in the patterned paper.
Here’s a look at the card when it’s open. Be sure to watch the video below to see how this card comes together.
Greetings of the Season Diamond Fold
Here are some measurements to help you get started:
Old Olive card stock base measuring 11 x 4 1/4, scored at 5 1/2 and 8 7/8
Season of Green & Gold Specialty Designer Series Paper: 3 1/8 x 4 (2), 2 x 4, 3 1/8 x 3/4
Basic White for inside: 3 1/8 x 4
Old Olive for diamond: 3 x 3
Basic White for front: 2 3/4 x 2 3/4
Old Olive ink for sentiment
9 inches Iridescent Striped Trim colored with an Old Olive Stampin’ Blend
Blooming Pearls (gold)
How-To Video
From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I give step-by-step instructions for creating this handmade Christmas card with the diamond fun fold.
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Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! I hope you enjoyed this diamond fold and Christmas in July. Please let me know if you have questions about this paper crafting project or other stamping related inquiries.
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With so many brand-new products to choose from in Stampin’ Up!’s 2024-2025 Annual Catalog, I didn’t know where to start! Trust me, so many sets and bundles caught my eye.
It’s a great price point at $36 for the stamp set and coordinating dies.
The Loveliest Tree stamp set offers just the right sentiments: sympathy, thank you, birthday, and congratulations.
It lends itself well to creating masculine cards — or cards for anyone.
It’s perfect for using a host of techniques.
Today, I’m sharing three cards we created during the class this last week.
Loveliest Tree Card Samples
Here are some measurements for the card featured at the top of the page, the congratulations card:
Pool Party cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Pool Party cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4, embossed with the So Swirly Embossing Folder
Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper measuring 4 1/2 x 3 1/4
Apply watercolor wash with Pool Party ink refill
Pool Party die cut circle from Stylish Shapes Dies and label from Something Fancy Dies
2 3/8″ inch circle punch to punch tree from center
Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs
Be sure to watch the video near the end of this post to see how this card comes together. It uses a combination of the spotlight technique and the eclipse technique and a watercolor wash.
Check out the measurements for this fun fold birthday card:
Basic Beige cardstock measuring 8 x 4 1/4, scored at 2 1/2 and two pieces measuring 4 x 2 3/4: one for the inside and one to stamp the tree in Lost Lagoon
Country Woods Designer Series Paper measuring 5 14 x 4 and 4 x 2 1/4
Two Lost Lagoon cardstock layers measuring 4 1/4 x 3
Country Lace Designer Series Paper measuring 4 x 2 3/4
Basic Beige Bordered Ribbon
Tinsel Gems Three Pack
And, finally, here’s the sympathy card we made.
Early Espresso cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
Early Espresso cardstock panel measuring 5 x 3 3/4 embossed with Timber 3D Embossing Folder
Country Woods Designer Series Paper measuring 3 3/4 x 3 1/4
Heat embossed tree and sentiment with white embossing powder
Linen Thread
Neutrals Adhesive-Backed Sequins
Loveliest Tree Card Samples How to Video
In this video (a Facebook live replay from May 28, 2024), I give step-by-step directions for creating two of three cards.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I do hope you enjoyed the cards and appreciate the versatility of this bundle. Please let me know if you have questions or if I can help you in your paper crafting journey.
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Welcome to Team Stamp It’s May Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us! This month, we feature all things dad and Father’s Day. Be sure to visit all of the participating stampers. Leave a comment on each blog and be entered for a chance to win the Birthday Sparkle Kit.
Pocket Thoughts Dies for Father’s Day
Today, I feature an easel card that doubles as a gift card holder for dad. It uses some products new to Stampin’ Up!’s 2024-2024 Annual Catalog and a returning product. I love how easy it is to create a gift card holder using the brand-new Pocket Thoughts Dies.
Here are some details about how this card comes together:
Misty Moonlight card stock base measuring 11 x 4 1/4, scored at 5 1/2 and 2 3/4
Misty Moonlight card stock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4
Country Woods Designer Series Paper: 5 1/4 x 4 (bottom) and 5 x 3 3/4 (top)
Country Woods Designer Series Paper die cut with the middle die from the Pocket Thoughts Dies
Dad sentiment from Trusty Tools stamp set heat embossed in white on Pocket Thoughts Dies die cut
Happy Father’s Day sentiment from Trusty Tools stamp set heat embossed on Country Woods Designer Series Paper and die cut with label from Delicate Forest Dies
Tools and nuts and bold from Trusty Tools Dies die cut with Silver Foil sheets
Unsure how to create an easel card? Watch the video below as I give step-by-directions from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today! Be sure to hop along to the other stampers to gain inspiration for Father’s Day crafting projects. Leave a comment for a chance to win a Birthday Sparkle Kit.
Welcome to the Stampers Dozen Blog Hop! Thanks so much for joining us. This month, we feature cards and projects using flowers. Be sure to visit all of the participating stampers and leave a comment. We love to hear from you!
Simply Zinnia Double Z Fold
Today, I’m sharing a Double Z Fold design fun fold using Stampin’ Up!’s Simply Zinnia stamp set and the coordinating Flowering Zinnias Designer Series Paper. Find these as part of Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives. I just love the bright and cheery colors in this paper; it makes it so easy to create eye-catching and beautiful cards.
Here are the measurements for the card stock and Designer Series Paper (working from the bottom up)
Highland Heather card base measuring 11 x 4 1/4, scored and folded at 5 1/2
Lemon Lime Twist (to make the z fold) measuring 9 3/4 x 4, scored at 5 1/4 ad 7 1/2
Designer Series Paper measuring 5 x 3 3/4 and 3 3/4 x 2
Basic White card stock 4 1/4 x 2 3/4 for stamped image — colored with Stampin’ Blends (Highland Heather, Granny Apple Green, and Lemon Lolly)
Highland Heather card stock measuring 4 1/2 x 3 to layer stamped image
Highland Heather card stock 3 3/4 x 1/2 for sentiment heat embossed with white
This design allows the card to stand up and be displayed.
How to Video
I recorded a video from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, to show you how to create this Double Z Fold.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Hop along to the other stampers by clicking on the links below. Enjoy a host of crafting inspiration!
Each month, I host a virtual team meeting for all levels of my Stampin’ Up! team of Kim’s Paper Krafters. We celebrate birthdays and acknowledge Stampin’ Up! anniversaries, promotions, and achievements; catch up on Stampin’ Up! news and promotions; and create a mystery stamping project.
Today, I’m sharing our April mystery card. It’s called the Book Binding Z Fold, and it’s something I found on YouTube and Pinterest. It uses Stampin’ Up!’s Simply Zinnia stamp set and the Flowering Zinnias 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. These products are part of Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives, a large selection of products found only on the online store. Visit the store often to see what’s there.
Flowering Zinnia Book Binding Z Fold
Here are some cutting measurements for this fun fold. Be sure to watch the video below as I share step-by-step instructions for creating this card from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona.
4-1/4” x 11” cardstock for card base
4-1/4” x 3-1/4” cardstock for card front (these first two work best if they’re the same color)
1” x 4” Designer Series Paper pattern #1
2” x 4” Designer Series Paper pattern #2
3” x 4” Designer Series Paper pattern #3
2” x 4” Basic White cardstock for inside
2” x 4” Designer Series Paper pattern #4 (optional)
Here’s a look at the card standing.
How to Video
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I hope you enjoyed this fun fold.
Kim
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