Annette Sullivan: Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator, Australia – Providing inspiration for handmade greeting cards
Category: Gate Fold
A few months ago I showcased a card using the Iridescent Treat Bags. (You can see it here.) These bags come in a pack of 20 for $14. They are 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) and Food safe. Today I have a few more to show - this time for Christmas cards. Card … Continue reading Adding Sparkle to Christmas Cards
Today I am using inspiration from Robin Armbrecht to showcase two tone cardstock with fun folds. Thanks Robin. As you will see the two tone is easier to see on the darker colours. All of this cardstock has a white core - shown in cards 3 and 4. Card 1: This Double Gate Fold uses … Continue reading Showing off Two Tone Cardstock
Did you know that there are so many different techniques that you can try using Embossing Folders?Today I am showcasing a few ways to use the Happy Hibiscus Hybrid Embossing Folder. Cards 1 and 2: I embossed 6" x 6" pieces of the Shadows and Hues DSP (one piece Fresh Freesia and the other piece … Continue reading Ink Techniques with Happy Hibiscus Hybrid Embossing Folder
Earlier in the week I showcased some quick and easy cards using the FREE Sale-a-Bration Stamp Set Corner in Bloom. Today I am using another image from this set to create a set of Locking Gate Fold Cards. All use With You in Mind stamp set for the sentiment and a die from Stylish Shapes … Continue reading Locking Gate Fold Cards with Corner in Bloom
The Traditions of St Nick DSP was used to create a couple of Offset Gate Fold cards for Christmas. The first card has a Real Red base and the second one has a Wild Wheat base, Start with a standard card base of 21cm x 14.8cm (8½" x 5½"). Instead of scoring at 5.25cm (2-1/8") … Continue reading Offset Gate Fold Cards for Christmas
Today I have a WOW variation of the standard gate fold card. It is known as a Double Die Gate Fold. Keep reading and check out the photos to see how it gets the name. The secret is to cut the die cut twice and attach to both sides of the front of the gate … Continue reading Double Die Gate Fold Card with Prized Peony
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