Needing some inspiration, I decided to go to the Annual Catalog. My card is a CASE of a card pictured on page 34. I’ve always loved the blue and yellow color combination. The inspiration card was done using Balmy Blue cardstock with accents of Lemon Lolly and Daffodil Delight, so I was naturally drawm to it.

I switched the base color to Night of Navy. My card is not as embellished as the card in the Catalog. Stampin’ Up!’s Design Team used one of the stamps from the Citrus Blooms Stamp Set, and Night of Navy ink to create a stamped background. I kept mine simple. If you are duplicating this design, you could use Night of Navy cardstock, stmap one of the smaller images from the Citrus Blooms Stamp Set on the corners, and emboss with white embossing powder. (I thought of this as I’m writing this post)!

So, are you ready to make a card? Let’s do it!

Pieces & Parets

I used all of the products from the Mediterranean Blooms Suite to complete this card. Have fun creating your unique version.

  • The Night of Navy cardstock card base is 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, scored at 4 1/4″ on the 8 1/2″ side.
  • I die cut the large leaf frame using Basic White cardstock.
  • I die cut the leaf embellishments using Lemon Lolly, GrannyApple Green, and Daffodil Delight cardstock.
  • The patterned paper card front strip is 3/4″ x 3 1/4″. I hand cut a banner edge on each side.
  • The “hello” sentiment circle is about 1 3/8″ in Diameter.
  • The Lemon Lolly cardstock sentiment strip is about 1/2″ x 2 1/2″. I cut the sentiment using one of the dies from the Iconic Imagery Dies.
  • I die cut the large inside writing layer using the large die from the Citrus Blooms Dies.
  • Attach the leaf frame to the center of the card front.
  • Adhere the patterned paper banner strip to the center of the inside of the frame.
  • Adhere the die cut leaf embellishments as shown.
  • I attached the sentiment circle using Dimensionals.
  • The Lemon Lolly sentiment strip is attached to the circle using glue.

So, try this design using a differend color combination. Possibly, one of the new In Colors using the coordinating 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper. Top it off with a different sentiment. The detailed frame will give any design you choose that “Wow” factor, I promse.

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Below are additional Kit details.

  • You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them except for your glue or tape runner. You will receive Dimensionals, if used.
  • The kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
  • I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Everyday Details Bundle.
  • You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together along with me.
  • You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
  • This card kit will be available through July 31st, 2024.
  • As always, please reach out to me with any quesitons.

Beginning July 3rd through July 31st, you will earn a $5.00 Bonus Coupon for each $50.00 in product you purchase. Below are the details:

  • Earn a $5 coupon for each $50 you purchase (befor3e shipping and tax).
  • The coupon code will be emailed to you at the email address you provide in your order.
  • If you earn multiple coupons with one order, you will receive one email for that order with multiple codes.
  • There is no limit to the amount of coupon codes you can earn.
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  • The redemption period for the coupon codes is through the month of August, 2024. From August 1st through August 31st.
  • You can always reach out to me with questions. My email is expressivelydeb@gmail.com.
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