Good morning! It’s Good Friday and Sunday is coming!! Wishing you all a blessed Easter weekend!
My card today is one that is just too stinkin’ cute (she says modestly!) with a flurry of Hot Air Balloons worthy of any balloon festival anywhere! With some Lighter Than Air DSP to set the stage – I think this Double Z-fold is one you’re going to want to make! Take a look-see:
You’ll see this card – along with the other Design Team members’ cards – at this week’s Creative Creases Challenge! We’re all about the Fun Folds and I hope you’ll come and join us!
The pretty color palette was inspired by the Sunday Stamps color challenge this week!
This Double Z-Fold starts with two pieces of Daffodil Delight card stock. The larger piece measures 4 1/4″ x 11″ and is scored at 2 3/4″ and 5 1/2″. The first score is folded as a mountain and the second score as a valley.
The smaller piece – measuring 1 1/2″ x 11″ – is scored at 5 1/2″ and 8 1/4″. The first score line (5 1/2″) folded as a mountain and the second as a valley.
I matted some Bubble Bath Subtles 6″ x 6″ DSP and some Bubble Bath Lighter Than Air 6″ x 6″ on Crumb Cake and adhered them to the two smaller panels on the card base.
I did the same with some Crumb Cake Neutrals 6″ x 6″ DSP and adhered them to the three sections of the Z-fold mechanism.
I made some balloons and balloon decorations using the fun dies in the Hot Air Balloon die set.
– I cut two large solid balloons – one in Lemon Lolly (Subtles DSP) and one in Crumb Cake (Neutrals DSP)
– I cut one solid heart balloon in Lemon Lolly Lighter Than Air DSP.
– I cut the detailed heart balloon in Bubble Bath cardstock and used Liquid Glue to adhere it to the solid heart balloon.
– I cut two flag banners – one in Lemon Lolly and one in Bubble Bath cardstock.
– I cut a swag banner from Bubble Bath cardstock.
– I stamped a solid Basic White banner – and used Liquid Glue to adhere the Bubble Bath swag banner to it.
– I stamped the Hot Air Balloon sentiment in Crumb Cake ink on Basic White and cut it out with the fun sentiment banner die.
– I cut out three gondolas – one each in Bubble Bath, Lemon Lolly and Crumb Cake.
– I cut out three Basic White clouds – two large and one small.
I used Liquid Glue to adhere the pieces and parts that I’d die cut to the various balloons.
I stamped the second sentiment from Hot Air Balloon on a piece of Basic White cardstock and matted it on Crumb Cake.
I stamped the two-step balloon from the Hot Air Balloon set in Daffodil Delight (step 1) and Bubble Bath ink (step 2). And I stamped a Bubble Bath gondola. Then I adhered the matted panel to the inside of the card base with Liquid Glue.
I adhered the Z-fold mechanism to the card base – using Liquid Glue on the left end of the longer section and on right end as well. The video gives you a really good look at how to do this – WAY better than words!
I adhered the sentiment balloon to the front portion of the Z-fold – using Liquid Glue on the gondola and a couple of Dimensionals on the left side of the balloon – being careful that they didn’t extend past the end of the card base.
Then I tucked the middle balloon in – adhering it with Liquid Glue on the left side of the balloon and on the gondola. The heart balloon went on last with a couple of Stampin’ Dimensionals.
I added the clouds: a large cloud on the left side with Liquid Glue; a small cloud on the right with Liquid Glue; the final large cloud with a Dimensional. Again – see the video for the how-to’s and where-for’s! 🙂
I added a flurry of Iridescent Adhesive-backed Discs (carrying over into the new catalog!) and the card was done.
But…I thought there’s not really room to write a sentiment so…I made a quick and easy back panel from a piece of Basic White – and the cute stamped balloon!
My Basic White Medium Envelope got the Hot Air Balloon balloon in Daffodil Delight and Bubble Bath ink on the front…
…and more of the Neutrals 6″ x 6″ DSP in Crumb Cake on the envelope flap.
Et Voila! I was really happy to see that the Hot Air Balloon set is going to carry over into the new 2024-2025 Annual Catalog!! It’s so much fun – and really easy to get creative and make tons of beautiful balloons (which are SOOO colorful and fun IRL, too)!
But – take note! Although you WILL be able to get the stamp set and the dies in the new catalog – you will NOT be able to get the 10% Bundle pricing!! So…if you don’t have this one already and want it – get it NOW while you can save 10% by snagging the bundle! The fun Lighter Than Air 6″ x 6″ DSP is NOT carrying over so… pick you up a couple packs right quick while you still can! And then – MAKE this card! 🙂
I hope you like!
If you’d like to recreate this project, all the products and card cuts you’ll need are down below! This is also the card that I made on yesterday’s Thursday After Lunch Bunch video! If you’d like to see it – for the first time or again – here ’tis!
I’ve also created a printable PDF with written instructions and a list of the products used to create this project. You can download, print and/or save it by clicking this image:
Missed any tutorials? You can check out my past projects right here!
TTFN
M
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The new prices will start on 1 May 2024!
RETIRING PRODUCT LISTS!
The January–April 2024 Mini Catalog and the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog are retiring soon! It’s bittersweet to say goodbye to any catalog, but we’re looking forward to all the new products on their way—and we hope you are, too! From 9–30 April, you can stock up on your favorite products and save up to 60% on essential craft supplies!
RETIRING LISTS (WITH DISCOUNTS THAT WILL START ON 9 APRIL!!):
See which products will be on their way out once the Jan – Apr 2024 Mini Catalog and the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog retire.
2023-2024 Annual Catalog Lists
January – April 2024 Mini Catalog Lists
You can start to stock up on your faves now – but the discounted prices will NOT be available until 9 April!!
DEETS
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Ordering Deadlines
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- There is a retiring list for the mini catalog and annual catalog. These lists detail the products that will no longer be available once the catalogs are gone.
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- All products are available while supplies last, and there are no purchase limits.
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- Stamp sets are not guaranteed during this promotion and are while supplies last.
PLEASE NOTE!! Even though the discounts listed don’t take effect until 9 April, it might be a good idea to snag the things you really really want right NOW – rather than waiting for the discounted price, as some items may sell out. Remember – items on the list are only available while supplies last!!
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Here’s some deets:
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– Ordering from the new Annual Catalog starts on 1 May 2022!
I am SO excited to see the new catalog! Although those of us who attended OnStage got to Pre-Order EARLY (like…already done!) – the FULL Demonstrator pre-order starts on 2 April! If you’re interested in joining the team, then you can preorder and get the discount for yourself! Head over to my joining page here to see the benefits of being a Demonstrator and to sign up now! I would love to have you on my team and help you get all the discounts, and early goodies, and…ALL THE THINGS! 🙂
Get the Stampin’ Up! Products Used in this Project:
Card Cuts Used in This Project:
Daffodil Delight Cardstock: 4 1/4″ x 11″ (card base, scored and folded at 2 3/4″ and 5 1/2″); 1 1/2″ x 11″ (z-mechanism, scored and folded at 5 1/2″ and 8 1/4″)
Crumb Cake Cardstock: 4 1/8 x 5 3/8″ (mat for large inside panel); 2 5/8″ x 4 1/8″ (x2 – mats for smaller panels on card base); 1 3/8″ x 5 3/8″ (mat for long section of z-mechanism); 1 3/8″ x 2 5/8″ (x2 – mats for short sections of z-mechanism); Hot Air Balloon die cut gondola
Bubble Bath Cardstock: Hot Air Balloon die cut detailed heart, gondola, flag-banner, and swag banner on middle balloon
Lemon Lolly Cardstock: Hot Air Balloon die cut flag banner and gondola
Basic White Cardstock: Hot Air Balloon die cut banner (sentiment); Hot Air Balloon die cut banner (behind swag banner on middle balloon); Hot Air Balloon die cut clouds (x3); 4″ x 5 1/4″ (large inside panel); 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″ (back panel)
Subtles 6″ x 6″ DSP: Hot Air Balloon die cut large balloon (Lemon Lolly); 2 1/2″ x 4″ (small Bubble Bath front panel on card base)
Lighter Than Air 6″ x 6″ DSP: 2 1/2″ x 4″ (small middle panel on card base); Hot Air Balloon die cut solid Lemon Lolly heart balloon; 3 7/8″ x 5 1/8″ (card front); 2 1/4″ x 6″ (envelope flap)
Neutrals 6″ x 6″ DSP (Crumb Cake): 1 1/4″ x 5 1/4″ (long section of z-mechanism); 1 1/4″ x 2 1/2″ (x2 – short sections of z-mechanism); Hot Air Balloon die cut large balloon (middle balloon); 2 1/4″ x 6″ (envelope flap)
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Finn Fan Fix 
The Long Dark Days are…over!
Both the pony AND the Finn are SOOO happy!
Apples are okay – dried Persimmon slices are better.
But…NOTHING beats a Peppermint!
Whew!
TTFN
M
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Love the colors and design, Mary. Riding in a hot air balloon is on my bucket list. In upstate NY we used to go to the races. It was such fun. I think it’s a hoot that both your kids love peppermints. Happy Easter to you and your family…including Miss Kate!
Yes – they do love them so much!! And I got SEVERAL stink eyes when there were none!! Thanks so much, Karen – and I hope you get that balloon ride!! 🙂
Such a cute card! Love the fun layout and the spring colors! Yay for peppermints for all! 🙂
Yep – crisis resolved!! Thanks, Amy! 🙂
Beautiful card for the challenge! You hit all the colors and your fancy fold with all the layers is lovely!! Thanks for sharing with us at Sunday Stamps Challenge!!
Thank you so much, Melissa – appreciate the kind words! 🙂
What a great fun fold card, Mary! I really love this bundle and may have to get it now that it’s been carried over! I love Z Folds and yours is perfectly done. Have a wonderful weekend.
Thank you so much, Debbie – I was happy to see it carry over! 🙂
This is a great double Z Fold and thanks for the instructions. I haven’t made a double Z before but I am definitely going to try it. Love the hot air balloons
Thank you so much, Mary – I hope you have fun with it!! 🙂
Your balloon card is awesome! So cheerful and upbeat! A great design for a birthday card with those fun balloon dies and the pretty DSP you chose! You created a sweet scene here! Have a blessed Easter!
Thanks so much, Carrie! It’s a great bundle! 🙂
Mary, I LOVE your balloon fun-fold. Perfect for the color pallet and spring (if it ever decides to stay around). Love the video. I wanted so badly to tell you “I can see you!”
Time for me to try this.. you always inspire me.
Thanks very much, Rae!! Spring will come – and then we’ll be all It’s SOOO hot!!! LOL! Appreciate you coming by! 🙂