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This month, we feature cards and projects with a Mother’s Day theme. Today, I share a handmade greeting card using the fractured card technique or faux shutter technique.
Mother’s Day Fractured Card Technique
There are several ways to accomplish this technique. I chose the simplest. Here are some basic measurements to get you started.
Basic Black cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/5
Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4 (I used the retiring Delightfully Eclectic, but many other patterned papers work well)
Four cardstock strips matching your card base measuring 5 1/2 x 1/4
A Basic White square (I die cut mine with the Stylish Shapes Dies)
Sentiment and ink of choice (I used the “So Happy to Celebrate You from the Layering Leaves stamp set for the outside and the Happy Mother’s Day from Perennial Lavender for the inside. Flowers come from Petal Park stamp set.)
How to Video
Be sure to watch the video below. I offer step-by-step instructions for creating this handmade Mother’s Day card from my craft room in Mesa, Arizona.
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Welcome to the Stampers Dozen July Blog Hop. We’re so glad you joined us! This month, we feature handmade greeting cards and projects with a flower and garden theme. Be sure to visit all of the stampers to get inspired for your summer paper crafting projects. Look for a list of hoppers at the end of this post.
Layering Leaves Thank You Card
For my project, I chose to use the Layering Leaves stamp set. (Find it on page 96 of Stampin’ Up!’s 2023-2024 Annual Catalog.) I just love the font styles delivered in this set. I paired the thank you sentiment (heat embossed with white embossing powder) with an fun and easy way to use Designer Series Paper that showcase flowers.
The card above features just one of the flower-themed pieces from the Inked Botanicals 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper (DSP). You can get four cards from one sheet of 6 x 6 DSP. You just need three pieces measuring 3 inches x 1 inch for each card. (Note: If you use DSP as a layer, you’ll also need another sheet. Or, you could use embossed card stock, similar to the card below.) Layer these pieces on a coordinating piece of card stock measuring 3 1/4 inches x 4 1/2 inches. Wrap a ribbon around this layer before attaching it to a piece of either card stock or DSP measuring 5 1/4 x 4. Then add this all to the card base.
For the card above, I chose a flower design from the Delightfully Eclectic 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. The coordinating colors I used include Basic Black and Fresh Freesia.
Don’t you love how the DSP changes the whole look of the card? Imagine all of the great possibilities with Stampin’ Up!’s wide array of available patterned paper.
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If you’re like me, you love Stampin’ Up!’s coordination. Not only the color coordination, but also how the stamp sets and dies and stamp sets and punches work so well together.
That’s why the Layering Leaves stamp set and Bough Punch appeal to me. They complement each other, and make crafting not only easy, but successful.
Layering Leaves Card Samples
In today’s post, I share handmade greeting card samples using the Layering Leaves stamp set and Bough Punch. The card featured at the top of the post uses the coordinating colors of Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, and Night of Navy with Crumb Cake. I pulled the colors used in the Masterfully Made 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper. I love taking color inspiration from Stampin’ Up!’s gorgeous patterned papers.
Here are a few measurements to help you get started. Be sure to watch the video below to view step-by-step directions for putting this card together.
Crumb Cake layer measuring 5″ x 3 3/4″ partially embossed with the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder
Melon Mambo card stock measuring 5 1/4″ x 4″
Night of Navy base measuring 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ scored at 4 1/4″
Masterfully Made DSP measuring 3/4″ x 3 3/4″
Vellum cut with Stylish Shapes Dies
Linen Thread
Glossy Dots Assortment
The above card uses the same elements, but in a different format.
And, here’s another one using heat embossing for the sentiment and the Nested Labels Dies.
Layering Leaves Card Samples Videos
Are you loving this stamp set and coordinating punch? I’m offering my first zoom class featuring this punch. Purchase the stamp set and punch (or other items totaling $46) and receive the card kits and an invitation to a zoom class. Click this link to read all of the details and to register. Please note: The cards shared in today’s post are NOT the cards we’ll be creating in the zoom class. I have designed three additional beautiful cards to use with this stamp set and stamp. I hope you’ll join me!
Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I hope you enjoyed all of the samples.
Kim
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I’m excited to be offering my first online (zoom) class using Stampin’ Up!’s Layering Leaves stamp set ($24 –#161277) and coordinating Bough Punch ($22 — #157711) with the Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper.
Purchase the Layering Leaves stamp set ($24 –#161277) and Bough Punch ($22 — #157711) from this link using the host code: ANXSSN9G.) Please contact me if you have questions about ordering online.
***Be sure to order early to ensure your product arrives before class. Stampin’ Up! has been experiencing shipping delays of three to five days. If you already have both of these, place a $46 order (before tax and shipping) using the above link and/or host code before July 10, 2023.
Complete this Google form indicating your interest in participating in the zoom class before July 10, 2023.
I’ll send you the card kits with the pieces necessary (no stamped images) to create three handmade greeting cards — free of charge.
The morning of the zoom, I’ll email you a zoom link and a basic card-making tutorial.
We’ll meet via zoom at the time listed above, and I’ll walk you through creating these cards step-by-step.
If you’re unable to attend the zoom, I’ll record the zoom and send you a video link within 24 hours of completion.
What Else Will I Need?
In addition to the stamp set and punch, I’ll be using the following Stampin’ Up! products:
Calypso Coral Classic Stampin Ink Pad
Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Ink Pad
Crushed Curry Classic Stampin’ Ink Pad
Adhesives: Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Seal +, and or glue; Stampin’ Dimensionsals; and Glue Dots
Stampin’ Pierce Mat
Take Your Pick Tool
No worries, if you don’t have all of the above, just use what you have in your supplies. But during the class, I will be creating with these supplies.
Please contact me if you have questions. My email is: kimqskards@gmail.com
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