VIDEO: First Frost Pop Up Diorama Card Tutorial

Here is the last card in the trio of designs that I created for my First Frost card kit. (I have a couple kits left if you are interested in participating in my Stamp of the Month Club! Send me a message and I'll give you all the details!)

This is one of my favorite fun fold card. It looks pretty innocent on the outside, but when you open it, it's pop-ups into a diorama on the inside! See more Pop Up Diorama Cards

The best part is that it folds completely flat for mailing!

Here's what it looks like from the top when it's open so you can see the dimension that it creates. You can really dress it up by adding more flowers and leaves or keep it simple as I have done.

Here are the directions to cut and score the cardstock.  
Download Printable Directions with Photos (.pdf)

How to Make the Surprise Pop-Up Diorama Card:

• Cut cardstock to 5-1/2"  x 10-1/2".
• Score at 3-1/2", 6-1/2", 7", and 10".
• Add Sticky Strip to the 1/2" tab on the end.
• Punch a 2" Circle window in the 3" panel next to the 1/2" tab.
• Peel off the Sticky Strip liner and fold the card front flat to glue the tab inside the card front.

Watch my video tutorial to see how it comes together and see a few more First Frost card ideas! 

This card is one of three designs in my September Stamp of the Month Club card kit. There is no commitment when you join my Stamp of the Month Club! I'll add you to my club mailing list and you'll receive one email each month revealing the stamp set and card designs. You can choose when you want to participate by simply replying to that email.

Each month, I feature a different stamp set. Those who participated in September received the First Frost Mount Rubber stamp set (or substitute a different set), pre-cut materials to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs), printed instructions with a color photo of each card, and Priority Mail shipping. Click here to learn more about Stamp of the Month Club.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: First Frost stamp set, Blackberry Bliss ink & cardstock, Old Olive ink, Gray Granite cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Vellum cardstock, Frosted Floral Designer Paper, Frosted Bouquet Framelit Dies, Big Shot, Tailored Tag Punch, Nature's Twine, Stampin' Dimensionals

First Frost Clear-Mount Bundle [149943]

First Frost Clear-Mount Stamp Set [148420]

Frosted Bouquet Framelits Dies [147895]

Frosted Floral 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [147800]

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2018 Holiday Catalog

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Control Freaks Blog Tour: 3 Fall Projects

Whether you are coming from the creative and talented Cindy Elam's blog or just joining us -- welcome to the October 2018 Control Freaks Blog Tour! Our theme this month is Fall! It's one of my favorite seasons! I love the cooler weather and the gorgeous colors of the changing leaves.

Today, I have three projects to share with you today. The first one uses the new Winter Woods stamp set from the Holiday Catalog. I made this card for a challenge that my upline had last month -- to create a card using Brusho. It's been a few months since Brusho debuted and I have to say that I've kind of forgotten about it. But a Brusho Background is perfect for fall! I spritzed water on a piece of watercolor paper and then sprinkled on the Brusho. To help the color spread, I spritzed more water. Allow it to dry thoroughly before you stamp the trees. I suggest using Staz-On ink so that there is no chance of the ink running. If you prefer a bolder image, try heat embossing!

  Stampin' Up! Supplies: Winter Woods stamp set, Pumpkin Pie cardstock, Jet Black Staz-On Ink Pad, Watercolor Paper, Everyday Label Punch, Brusho, Stampin' Spritzers

I didn't purchase any of the fall-themed stamp sets from the Holiday Catalog, but I do have the Warm Hearted host stamp set and that's where this "Thanks" comes from. I like this set because it includes sentiments for multiples occasions. You can pick it out with host rewards when you order $150 or host a qualifying party. I used one of my favorite punches, the leaf punch, to accent the stamped sentiment and tie in the leaves from the designer paper.

  Stampin' Up! Supplies: Warm Hearted stamp set, Cajun Craze ink & cardstock, Crumb Cake cardstock, Old Olive cardstock, Very Vanilla cardstock, Country Lane Designer Paper, Leaf Punch, Linen Thread

For my last project, I used the gorgeous new Joyous Noel designer paper. Even though this designer paper is intended to be for Christmas, the colors also work so perfectly for autumn! I decorated this Copper Tin (for the annual catalog) with a 2" x 12" strip of designer paper and used Tear & Tape to stick it back on to itself. I put the seam in the front so I could cover it up with the embellishment. Have you gotten the new Sprig Punch yet? It's so perfect in Copper Foil cardstock. Although the punch is currently on backorder, it should be in stock and start shipping next week. (Note: The Joyous Noel Designer Paper is also backordered and will not ship until around November 5.)

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Thoughtful Banners stamp set, Gray Granite ink, Tranquil Tide ink & cardstock, Whisper White cardstock, Joyous Noel Designer Paper, Copper Foil Sheets, Sprig Punch, 2-1/4" Circle Punch, 2" Circle Punch, Duet Banner Punch, Whisper White Baker's Twine, Copper Tins

I hope you enjoyed my projects! Want a sneak peek at what else I'm working on?

I'll be posting my First Frost Pop Up Diorama card and tutorial on Monday, so be sure to check back to learn how to make this fun card! In the meantime, keep hopping along our blog tour! Your next stop is the incredible LeeAnn Greff! You'll love what she has created for you!

Clean & Simple Merry Christmas to All Card

I designed this quick and easy Christmas Card using the Festive Farmhouse designer paper, twine, and galvanized buttons. I don't have the Farmhouse Christmas stamp set,  so I used a sentiment from the Merry Christmas to All stamp set and I think it's the star of the show! I accented it with my favorite new punch -- the Spring Punch and added the button and twine. Unfortunately the button makes it non-machinable and requires extra postage, but you could get a similar look by tying the twine around the spring.

Stampin' Up! Supplies: Merry Christmas to All, Cherry Cobbler ink & cardstock, Thick Very Vanilla cardstock, Festive Farmhouse Designer Paper, Sprig Punch, Galvanized Buttons, Festive Farmhouse Twine, Glue Dots

Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Stamp Set [147702]

Festive Farmhouse 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147820]

Galvanized Buttons [147891]

Sprig Punch [148012]

Festive Farmhouse Cotton Twine [147888]

Click HERE to Order Stampin' Up! Products Online, Anytime!

NEW! 2018 Holiday Catalog

• View Online (.pdf)
• Download a Wish List (.pdf)
• Shop Now
• Watch Product Videos

Use Hostess Code 7N4V3Q3M to get a FREE Make and Take Kit and FREE GIFT when you order $40 or more. Free kits are mailed at the end of the month. Limit one per person. Learn More