This is Christmas Tree Week here at What2Stamp.com! I have 4 tree-themed projects planned to show you, starting today.
This fanciful tree was formed using the new "O Christmas Tree Pop-Up" die for the Big Shot, available in the Holiday Mini. The pop-up tree is designed to go inside a card, but it stands up quite well on its own, so I decided to just have it stand up as a little decoration. I embellished the tree with the Tree Decorations die and a little piece of yarn I had around the house.
These fun cupcake picks were created by one of my best buds, Linda Hopton, a fellow Stampin' Up! demonstrator. She used the Merry Details die cut for the Big Shot, and placed them on punched out Scalloped Circles. She is soooo creative! You can visit her blog here. She made a whole bunch of these for our annual Christmas Card Camp, then placed them in cupcakes on her beautiful cupcake stand:
I must admit that it had never really occurred to me to make custom cupcake picks, but what a great idea for a party--quick and easy and they can be themed for any event! Great idea, Linda!
You probably remember my mentioning that great DVD we demonstrators were able to buy from Stampin' Up!, showing all those projects they made at a recent regional convention. Well, this project also was on the list--it is a cute box filled with tags, stamped with the Berry Christmas set. The box is made using the Bitty Box & Envelope Die with the Big Shot.
What fun tags to use on your gifts this season!
I'm not real big on name place cards for big dinners, but I think it is nice to put out a little placecard with a sweet sentiment. For those of you hosting Thanksgiving dinner next week, these little cards are super easy to whip up.
Fold a 2-1/2" x 3" piece of Dusty Durango cardstock in half, so that it is 2-1/2" wide by 1-1/2" tall. Add a sentiment--I choose 2 from the Falling Leaves stamp set. Stamp a couple of the leaves on scrap pieces of Whisper White and trim out. Adhere them to the placecards with Stampin' Dimensionals.
For the leaf on the left, I used markers--Crushed Curry, Dusty Durango and Chocolate Chip. To achieve the shading, start with the lightest color marker and work to the darkest, making large "swipes" of color across the leaf at random.
Today's Re-Work Wednesday project is a super simple bookmark. I liked the one in the original image, shown below, but each heart had to be hand cut for that version. You know me--I'm all about simplifying! My version uses the Full Heart Punch, instead of cutting.
For my ribbon, I stamped a phrase from the Best Wishes & More set, onto a piece of Twill Tape, using a Real Red Craft Spot.
We put out our Halloween decorations last week, and my son decided we really don't have enough! So, mommy's Stampin' Up! supplies to the rescue.
I made this little door hanger using the new Build-a-Bear die cuts for the Big Shot. I started with the basic bear, then added accessories from the Kooky Spooky die. The stamped phrase is from the Eat, Drink & Be Scary set, and I added a Mini Library Clip for detail.
Now we have a fun decoration for the hallway. I have a feeling I'm going to be making a lot of these projects--have you seen our Build-a-Bear Christmas accessories??
I saw a fun bookmark idea in an old cross-stitch magazine, and of course, my first thought was, "that's a Stamp Camp project!" I'm always on the lookout for fast and inexpensive ideas I can make for Christmas or any time during the year and I just love this one.
At camp, you will make 2 of these bookmarks--one for a gal, one for a guy, so that you can have something for everyone on your list! You also will make 2 other projects. Stamp Camp is Oct. 13, 6 p.m., at Park Station. Please RSVP by Oct. 11 so that I can prepare materials. The cost is $15; you just bring your adhesive of choice. See you there!
This fun stand-up card is one of 3 projects we will make at Stamp Camp on Sept. 8. While it stands up nicely on a desk or counter, it folds down to fit perfectly into a regular-size envelope. We also will make 2 other projects. Camp is at 6 p.m. on Sept. 8, at Park Station. All materials are provided; you just bring your adhesive of choice. Please RSVP by emailing me no later than Sept. 7. Hope to see you there!
I was cleaning out some items from my craft room this weekend, and I came across this pretty bookmark I made at Stampin' Up's convention last year. I know it shows one of last year's In Color products, but I thought it was worthing posting, just for the idea.
To make it, you just ink up some chipboard and attach some Designer Series Paper of your choice and a cut-out stamped image. Then, attach a thick strip of ribbon and thread on a Filigree Designer Series Brad to act as a weight for the bookmark (as well as a pretty decoration!). These bookmarks are quick and easy to make, and would make great presents--I'm already thinking about Christmas!
I guess I'm already getting in the back-to-school mode, because my mind is on office supplies! We will make this fun and useful portfolio at Stamp Camp on Aug. 11, 6 p.m. at Park Station. You can fold the portfolio to fit in your purse, or keep it open on your desk to jot down helpful notes. This is just one of three projects you will make at Stamp Camp.
The cost of Stamp Camp is $15, and all materials are provided; you just bring your adhesive of choice. You must RSVP for camp by Aug. 9, by emailing me or calling (727) 576-1249. I look forward to seeing you!
