Stampin up Gift Box punch board

One of my favorite things from stampin up came over the holidays. The Stampin up gift box punch board. I have used it now quite a few times and have been finishing up some boxes to show you . I love this little device !

Gorgeous grunge w/ Perfect blend

Two stamp sets that have seen a lot of use since I purchased them awhile ago. I love this look. I also did this in Christmas colors which was a perfect card to hold a Starbucks gift card.

Happy birthday card sweet sorbet dsp

Happy Tuesday all!  This is a beautiful birthday card made with the dsp Sweet Sorbet. I love this dsp and it's colors.  Don't forget Sale A Bration is coming up quick!
For every $50 you spend you get something for free! Can't beat that. If you need a flyer please contact me and I'll get one out to you!

Curtain rod for sponges

I originally had these on a wire round storage rack but I have recently down sized a lot of my table top storage .. This is very easy to do and stores your sponges while not in use. .
I purchased a skinny curtain rod and some white hooks. .Hooks in the wall, hung the rod and attached the clips. Very easy!

Penguin Gift Card Holder

I stopped by to visit one of my favorite blogs. Her ideas are cute and always fun to try out.

This was done by Lisa Young of Add ink and Stamp . I always love to share my finds to others. So they might try it out as well. I would love to see some other ideas for Gift Card Holders!

The part that says "place gift card here" is not on the actual project. I added that with photoshop for blogging purposes. 

To create this penguin using Oval framelits, you will need:

• 3 Basic Black ovals using the second largest frame lit for the body and pocket.
• 1 Basic Black oval using the smallest oval frame lit - cut in half for the wings
• 1 Whisper White oval using the 3rd largest frame lit for the layer inside the gift card holder
• 1 Whisper White oval using the 4th largest frame lit for the tummy. Punch the notch at the top using the largest arrow from the What's Up arrow punch.
• Real Red card stock for the hat. Use the 3rd largest oval frame lit. Fold the card stock in half and run it through the Big Shot so the fold is not cut.

You will also need to:

•  punch a circle from Glimmer paper using the 3/4" circle punch. This is the pom pom.
• Punch eyes using the Owl Punch
• Punch a small arrow using Pumpkin Pie card stock and the What's Up Arrow punch. Trim it for the beak
• Cut a rectangle from Red Glimmer paper for the package. 
• cut silver ribbon for the package
• Cut a strip of Whisper White card stock for the stocking cap. I just did the front only.
• A banner for the inside, stamped with Merry Christmas from the Petite Pairs stamp set.

It is important to keep the fold in the hat because that will keep the penguins front and back together. Also, only use a thin line of adhesive around the edge of the pocket so your gift card will fit into the pocket. 

All supplies are Stampin' Up!

Stamps: Petite Pairs

Paper: Silver Glimmer, Red Glimmer

Card Stock: Whisper White, Real Red, Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie

Ink: Real Red

Other: Oval Framelits, Big Shot, Silver Ribbon, What's Up arrow punch, 3/4" circle punch

Santa and Snowman bottles

Here is a great idea using bottles, which was a great find at Michaels 6 for $5!

They were filled with white M&M's and Red and Green M&M's. I made quite a few for coworkers and friends as little gifts.

You can also view these and others under Craft Ideas using the button up top of the page.

Christmas Projects and Cards

Hi Everyone! A busy time indeed for many!. First Merry Christmas to all! I hope that Santa was good to everyone !

A quick little update

I've recently been doing some updating on the blog. Check out the different things that have been added.
If you click up top on Host a Party, you can now find information how to host your own StampinUp! party. If just for fun or for earning rewards.
You can also click above or here for Pinterest. On pinterest I have a lot of my cards and CASE cards that you can check out. If you need any information on cardstock and supplies used, please contact me using the "contact me" button on the side. As well, you can find more project and cards by clicking here and going to my Facebook page. I would love for you to start following me ! 
It's been a busy few months. I'm sure for everyone. I decided since my schedule isn't busy enough to add, going back to school! What a treat that is! However, I've never stopped crafting in my spare time. This coming year I will have a 2015 Senior Graduate! I'm already making the plans for the announcements. I'm very excited and yet very sad. He is no longer that little boy. I'm sure many of you can relate to that. So I won't hold you back any longer, Please take a look at the projects and cards below. If you are wanting to make it, please CASE it with a link back to my blog.

Thanks so much! 

Happy New year!