If you’re looking for a stamp set that makes celebrating easy, the Balloon Festoon Bundle is a wonderful choice! Whether you’re making birthday cards, congratulations cards, or simply sending a cheerful hello, this bundle helps you create projects that are bright, fun, and full of personality.
One of my favorite things about the Balloon Festoon Bundle is how versatile it is. The balloons can be the focal point of your card or become part of a larger scene. Mix and match colors, add a little sparkle, or keep things simple—the possibilities are endless.
Why You’ll Love the Balloon Festoon Bundle
The coordinating stamps and dies work together beautifully, making it easy to create professional-looking cards without complicated techniques. The dies cut out the stamped balloons perfectly and include extra design elements that add interest and movement to your projects.
It’s the kind of bundle you’ll reach for again and again because celebrations happen all year long!
The tutorial below will get you started with two fun cards using the bundle.
Balloon Festoon Card #1 and Template
SUPPLIES
Stamps
• Balloon Festoon Bundle
Ink
• Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad™
• Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad
• Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad
Paper
• Basic White Cardstock
• Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock
Accessories
• Sunset Sparkle Sequins
Adhesives
• Adhesive Sheets
• Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
MEASUREMENTS
Basic White Cardstock (card base): 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″
Adhesive Sheet: 4″ x 5-1/4″
Basic White Cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″
Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock (strips):
• 4 each of Daffodil Delight, Flirty Flamingo, and Real Red (light):
1/4″ x 6″
• 4 each of Petal Pink, Pool Party, and Pretty Peacock (dark):
1/4″ x 6″
Pool Party Two-Tone Cardstock (light) (layer): 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
Basic White Cardstock (balloon-shaped sentiment): 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″
INSTRUCTIONS
1. First score the 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ White Cardstock at 4-1/4″ and fold it in half to create a 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ card.
2. Then add the 4″ x 5-1/4″ Adhesive Sheet to the 4″ x 5-1/4″ White Cardstock.
3. Next add the 1/4″ Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock strips horizontally to the 4″ x 5-1/4″ White Cardstock. Trim the excess and add the finished piece to the card base.
4. Place the three smallest balloon dies on the light side of the 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ Pool Party Two-Tone Cardstock and die cut.
5. Stamp the balloon image around the die-cut negatives in Pool Party ink on the light side of the Pool Party Cardstock.
6. Adhere the stamped Pool Party Cardstock to the card with Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
7.Then die cut the 2-7/8″ tall balloon from the 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ White Cardstock. Stamp the sentiment in Pretty Peacock ink and the stars in Daffodil Delight ink on the balloon. Adhere the balloon to the card with Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
8. Finally die cut balloon string and adhere the balloon string to the card and add Sunset Sparkle Sequins.
Fun tip: Use any Two-Tone Cardstock pack to change up the colors.
Balloon Festoon Card #2 and Template
SUPPLIES
Stamps
• Balloon Festoon Bundle
Ink
• Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad™
• Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad
Paper
• Basic White Cardstock
• Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock
Adhesives
• Stampin’ Dimensionals™
• Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals™
Accessories
• Sunset Sparkle Sequins
Measurements
Basic White Cardstock (card base): 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″
Adhesive Sheet: 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″
Basic White Cardstock (balloon): 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″
Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock (strips):
1/4″ x 6″ one of each color (dark)
Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock (strips):
3/8″ x 6″ one of each color (light)
Basic White Cardstock (sentiment): 7/8″ x 3″
Basic White Cardstock (scrap for die cuts): 1″ x 6″
Instructions
1. First score the 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock at 4-1/4″ and fold it in half to create a 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ card.
2. Next stamp the garland image in Daffodil Delight ink on the card base.
3. Then add the 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ Adhesive Sheet to the 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock.
4. Add the strips of Extraordinary Life Two-Tone Cardstock vertically to this piece, then die cut the 4-1/4″ tall balloon at an angle. Adhere the die-cut balloon to the card using Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
5. Next, stamp the sentiment in Pretty Peacock ink on the 7/8″ x 3″ Basic White Cardstock. Angle cut the right end and adhere the sentiment to the card.
6. Then die cut balloon string and one large balloon reflection from the 1″ x 6″ Basic White Cardstock. Adhere one string and the reflection to the card.
7. Finally add Sunset Sparkle Sequins to finish it off.
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