Deck the Gift Card Holder

Here is another type of gift card holder (I believe I got the dimensions for this holder a long while back from Gretchen Barron's blog).  I decided to give Jolly Holiday a break and go vintage.

Gift Card Holder Measurements:
Base: 3 3/4" x 4 3/4" (Cherry Cobbler)
Tri-fold Piece: 3 1/2" x 11", scor @ 4 1/2' & 9", punch small end with half circle - 1 1/4" circle punch(Crumb Cake), use brads to create pocket for gift card.
Mat Front: 4 1/4" x 3 1/4" (Always Artichoke)
DSP: 4" x 3" - if using same sheet/ flipping over (Deck the Halls DSP)
         OR Top: 4" x 1 7/8", Bottom: 4" x 1 1/8"
Neutral Interior: 4 1/4" x 3 1/4"

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!  I will be back with more posts in 2011.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: Bells and Boughs, Christmas Greetings
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke
Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke, Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla, Deck the Halls DSP
Tools & Accessories: Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding, Cherry Cobbler Brads, 1/16" Circle Punch, Big Shot & Lots of Tags Sizzlits, Wide Oval Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch

All Boxed Up For Christmas

It always seems as though the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas pass with the blink of an eye, but this year has been crazy.  I worked like a mad woman yesterday evening to get my packaging completed - I am happy to report mission accomplished!

Here are some of the boxes I made for gift cards and ornaments.

For the tag, I used the Bells & Boughs stamp set with the Big Shot, one of the Lots of Tags Sizzlits and the Wide Oval Punch.

Jolly Holiday Boxes for Ornaments

I purchased large glass balls from Michael's and painted them with some shiny glitter glue.  I was very happy with the result - it really sparkles with the lights on the tree.

Box Instructions:
Box: 10 1/4" x 10 1/4", scor @ 3 1/2" on all sides (I trim all flaps down to about 3/8" wide and assemble using Sticky Strip)
DSP: 4 pieces - 3" x 3 1/4"

Lid: 5 15/16" x 5 15/16", scor @ 1 1/4" on all sides
DSP: 4 pieces - 1" x 3 1/4"
         1 piece - 3 1/4" x 3 1/4"
Ribbon - 25" long

Ciao for now!

 

Stamps: Bells & Boughs

Ink: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler

Paper: Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, Deck the Halls DSP OR Old Olive, Cherry Bobbler, Jolly Holiday DSP

Tools & Accessories: Old Olive 5/8" Satin Ribbon OR Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding, Gold Cording, Big Shot, Lots of Tags Sizzlits, Sticky Strip

More Present Lights

I had so much fun looking for ribbon that would coordinate with the recipients' decor.  Here are a few more with a Christmas theme.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Glass Gifts

Last Christmas, my mom made me a gorgeous glass block with clear lights and wrapped up like a present with ribbon and a bow.  I loved it!  So, this season we made a bunch to give with Christmas gifts.  Here are just a few...

Now, all lit up...

This next one I made for my home.  The ribbon matches what is on our blue & silver themed tree in our morning room.  I wanted it in a location that wasn't convenient to plug in, so I didn't put any lights in.  Still cute, huh?

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Jolly Pocket Gift Card Holder

Gift cards are on just about everyone's wish list year after year, so it is always a challenge to find different ways to present a gift card.  This is a very simple way to package - in the form of a Pocket Card.  Can you tell that I just can't get enough of the Jolly Holiday DSP and Ornament Punch?:-)

Pocket Card Measurements:
Pocket: 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scor @ 1 1/4" & 4 1/4" (use Sticky Strip to adhere sides for "pocket" and flap)
DSP: 2 3/4" x 5 1/4"
Card Base: 3 3/4" x 4 1/2"
Neutral Card Layer: 3 5/8" x 4 3/8"

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: Delightful Decorations, Christmas Greetings
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive
Paper: Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Jolly Holiday DSP
Tools & Accessories: Corner Rounder Punch, Ornament Punch, Slit Punch, Cherry Cobbler Seam Binding, Champagne Shimmer Paint, Rhinestones, Big Shot & Holiday Windows Movers & Shapers Dies, Sticky Tape, Dimensionals

Vintage Bells

Just a quick post this evening to show a card I received this week - from my Mom:-)  She is a very talented stamper!  This year, she used the Bells & Boughs stamp set and Deck the Halls DSP.  I just love this vintage look.

Check back for more Christmas themed posts this week.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Jolly Holiday Week - Day 3

Day 3 - this week sure is flying by.

Today's project is a little purse made using one of my favorite toys - the Big Shot.  When assembled correctly, is perfect for holding 3 x3 note cards or it makes an adorable gift card holder.  I have seen a few versions of this top note style purse floating around, but I think the original idea was created by Becky Roberts.  I always love to visit Becky's blog and see what neat new thing she has come up with.  So, here is my Jolly Holiday take on the purse along with some coordinating note cards.

For the purse:
2 - Very Vanilla Top Note die-cuts
2 - Jolly Holiday Top Note die-cuts (trim to the dash border line)
1 - Very Vanilla Scallop Circle die-cut
1 - Jolly Holiday circle piece ( I used the Circle Scissor Plus and cut at 3 3/4")
2 - Pewter Jumbo Eyelets (use Crop-a-dile and Ribbon on the lid/ scallop to create handle)
15" - Old Olive 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon
1 - Very Vanilla piece cut at 5 1/2" x 6" for the box.
      5 1/2" side - scor at 1", flip and score other side at 1".
      6" side - scor at 2 1/2" and 3 1/2".
      Assembly box/ purse with Sticky Tape.
When you put your purse together, don't forget to cut the tip off of the Top Note die-cuts so the lid will lay flat.  Additionally, when you adhere the DSP to the Scallop Circle, I recommend using stick tape, as mine have come undone when only using snail adhesive.  Then scor at 1 1/2" and 2 1/2". As you can see from the picture, the bottom point of the Top Note sides should come just slightly past the edge of the box (you will see just a bit of the bottom of the box) - this will allow the note cards and envelopes (4 of each) to fit comfortably.  Use Velcro dots for the closure.

Note cards:
1 - 3" x 6" Old Olive, scor at 3"
1 - 2 7/8 x 2 7/8" Cherry Cobbler
1 - 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" Jolly Holiday DSP
1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon - Old Olive

For both purse and note cards, I stamped the Contempo Christmas ornament on Very Vanilla and used the Ornament Punch.  I then used the Movers and Shapers set for the Big Shot.  There is an ornament die included in the Holiday Windows set that is a perfect mat to be paired with the Ornament Punch.  I then added the Rhinestones and popped up (on the cards) with Dimensionals.

This isn't a project you can get done in 10 minutes, but is well worth the time spent.  Give it a try!:-)

                                                                       Ciao for now!

Jolly Holiday Week - Day 2

Just looking at this paper puts me in a jolly mood:-)

I saw a joy fold Christmas card on Heather Summers' blog a couple months back and thought it was a great idea.  I find that when I'm in a hurry (always),  I get in the rut of making the traditional "hamburger" and "hot dog" style cards.  So, here is Day 2's Joy Fold card.

Measurements for a Joy Fold card:
Large Card:
Old Olive: 4 1/4" x 9", scor @ 3 1/2"
Cherry Cobbler: 4" x 3 1/4"
Jolly Holiday DSP: 3 3/4" x 3"
Skinny DSP Strip: 4: x 1 3/4"
Small Card:
Old Olive: 3" x 8", scor @ 4"
Very Vanilla: 2 3/4" x 3 3/4"

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: Delightful Decorations
Ink: Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler
Paper: Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Tools & Accessories: Ornament Punch, Rhinestones, Stamp-a-majig, Basic Black Marker for lines

Jolly Holiday Week - Day 1

Okay so, I wanted to post this yesterday ( Monday - being day one) and the day just got away from me, so I will treat you with two posts today:)  I LOVE the Jolly Holiday Designer Series Paper!  I tend to lean toward more traditional colors at Christmastime, so I was very excited to see this paper pack in the IB&C.

I am starting the week out with a card that was inspired by one I had seen from Angela McKay. 

The Contempo Christmas stamp set has been my favorite this year for Christmas cards.  Don't be afraid to bling up your cards this season for a little more sparkle:-)

    Ciao for now!
 

Stamps: Contempo Christmas
Ink: Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler
Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Jolly Holiday DSP
Tools & Accessories: Ornament Punch, Satin Ribbon - Old Olive, Rhinestones, Corner Rounder Punch, Stamp-a-majig

Wild About You Baby Tote

Okay, I promise this is my last baby post for a while:-)

This a a set of thank you cards I made for a friend that had a little girl.  The Wild About You stamp set is retired, but is still one of my favorites and one of my go-to sets for baby cards.

For packaging, I used a tutorial available for purchase from the fabulous Becky Roberts called the Tote-Ally Awesome Tote.  I have made this tote for a few different gifts, but this one is my favorite.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: Wild About You, Teeny Weeny Wishes

Ink: Regal Rose, Chocolate Chip

Paper: Regal Rose (Smooth & Textured Cardstock), Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Sweet Always DSP

Tools & Accessories: Chocolate Chip Brads - 3/16" & 5/8" Jumbo, Designer Label Large Punch, Jumbo Eyelets, Crop-a-dile, 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon - Chocolate Chip, 1" Double Stitched Ribbon - Chocolate Chip, Window Sheets, Sticky Strip, Scallop Border Punch, Color Spritzer, Dazzling Diamonds, 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon - Regal Rose, Sponge Dauber, Velcro

More Baby Notes

Have I mentioned note cards make a great gift?:-)

Here are some notes with a baby girl theme.  My girlfriend is having a little girl in February so I made a bunch of these for her shower this weekend.

Note Card Measurements:
Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (Pretty in Pink)
Neutral Layer: 4" x 5 1/4" (Very Vanilla)
Solid Strip: 4" x 1 3/4" (Pretty in Pink), then punch desired border (I used the Eyelet Border Punch)
DSP Strip: 4" x 1" (Sending Love)

Additional Recipe Items:
Stamps: Riveting, A New Little Someone
Ink: Chocolate Chip, Pretty in Pink
Tools & Accessories: Eyelet Border Punch, Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon - Very Vanilla, Paper Piercer & Mat Pack

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Baby Boy Thank You Notes

As promised, here are the thank you notes that match the onesie cards from my previous post.

Note cards are so easy and are great when you would like to gift a large quantity.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: Riveting
Ink: Bashful Blue, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip
Paper: Bashful Blue, Close to Cocoa, Chocolate Chip, Whisper White, Printed paper (non-Stampin' Up!)
Tools & Accessories: 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon - Bashful Blue, 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon - Chocolate Chip, Scallop Circle Punch, 1 3/8" Circle Punch, 1 1/4" Circle Punch, Stamp-a-majig, Scallop Border Punch, Paper Piercing Tool & Mat Pack

I'm Back!

Disney was wonderful as always!!  The weather was perfect and I love to visit when they are decorated for Christmas (though I really don't recommend the week of Thanksgiving - luckily we had our fill of parks and people by the time the Thanksgiving crowd got in, so we were able to be lazy the last few days).

I just have to share a picture of the castle!

Now, let's talk stamping.  I have been stamping a lot of baby cards this year.  I made a set of thank you cards for a friend and this first one was a practice round.

I ended up changing some of the printed paper to lighten it up a bit.  This was the final version.

I made some matching thank you note cards that I'll share next time.

                                                                        Ciao for now!

Stamps: By Ones and By Twos
Ink: Basic Black
Paper: Bashful Blue, Close to Cocoa, Whisper White, Printed paper (non-Stampin' Up!)
Accessories: Bashful Blue 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon