Peace on Earth Tag

Stamps

Merry & Type Set

Paper

Cherry Cobbler Card Stock

Old Olive Card Stock

Very Vanilla Card Stock

Letters to Santa Designer Series Paper
Ink
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad
Accessories & Tools
Chocolate Chip 5/8" Satin Ribbon
Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine
Crop-A-Dile
Decorative Label Punch
1/2" Circle Punch

Big Shot

Two Tags Bigz Die

A Not So Spooky Owl Treat

How about this cute little owl? This is the from the Fancy Favor die for the Big Shot. I can't believe this is the first time I have used it. I don't know what I have been waiting for...maybe a special invitation? Anyway, I saw this owl made by Sarah Miller and wanted to try one for myself. I think he turned out so cute and I can see him being filled with candy for the neighbor kids next door.

A Witches Hat

This week with my Club 25 we made this fun and oh so cute Witches Hat. With the green and black it kind of reminded me of the show 'Wicked.' What a fun show and what a fun project. Everyone was in love with these little babies. It also holds a piece of chocolate behind the hat. Yummy for the tummy! This was quickly made using the Big Shot with the petal cone die and the scalloped circle die.

Exploding Birthday Box!

Looking for a great project that will allow you to share many photos, and display them in a pretty package? And you want to be able to finish this project in a flash? Then an exploding box may be just what you are looking for!

This is a fun project that can be completed in about an hour. The box has 3 layers that fold out or “explode” when you remove the lid. Each layer has space to hold photos or mementos.

When you remove the lid, the layers of the box pop out or “explode” before you. It’s a great way to present photos from a really special occurrence, or a year in review or even a gift card like this one has. These make great gifts and they look really cute!

Sweet Centers

This stamp set was made to use with the treat cups but I wanted to do something different. Today I made a 3-D project using the Big Shot 2 Tags die. I colored my stamp in with the Pumpkin Pie, Basic Black, Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive. This will be a fun treat for the kiddies this year!

Cardinal Christmas

Moving on to the C stamps I own. I don't own that many C stamp sets. 5 is what I counted. I found that I did A Cardinal Christmas 1st. I know it started with A but I did it as a C. This one is a project, not a card. I made a box using a tutorial from Splitcoast. I then embellished it using sever of the dies from SU and my Big Shot. Finally, I stamped the cardinal on Real Red using Early Expresso ink. I cut him out and layered him as shown. I hope you like it. You may be seeing this one in an upcoming class.

Fun Flower card

I made this card using my big Shot for the big flower. After I cut the flower I ran it through and embossing folder to add some interest. The card itself is Old Olive and since I don't have the Woodgrain background stamp I hand drew all the lines with my Old Olive marker. The flower colors are Daffodil Delight, Regal Rose and Melon Mambo. The sentiment is from the Great Friend set. What do you think?

Make 'n Take #1

As promised, here is our Make 'n Take #1. Everyone had a great time and I got lots of orders. What a great way to start a new Stampin' Up! year. The incentive trip this year is Disney. Who wouldn't want to win an all expense paid trip to the Most Magical place on earth! Thanks for being great customers and friends.

Cute FYI Box

Stamps

• FYI
• Itty Bitty Bits*

Paper

• Whisper White card stock
• Old Olive textured card stock

Ink

• Bashful Blue Classic Stampin' Pad
• Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad
• Regal Rose Classic Stampin' Pad
• Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
• Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

Accessories

• Linen thread
• Stampin' Dimensionals
• Bone folder
• Itty Bitty Shapes punch pack*
• Sizzix Big Shot
• Matchbox Bigz XL die
  

*From 2010 Summer Mini Catalog

A Beautiful Pin Cushion

If you have the Big shot then you know that it is not just for cutting cardstock. No, you can cut metal (pop cans), fabrics, plastic, leather etc... Here is a cute idea using felt.

Pam Pagel's Floral Pin Cushion

Accessories & Tools

• Big Shot
• Scallop Circle #2 Bigz die
• Blossom Party Originals die
• Bead
• Felt
• Sewing machine and thread

Mini Milk Cartons

I have made several milk cartons without the new die cut from Stampin' Up! but I have to say this is much faster than my old way. It is also smaller but it is so cute that I don't mind the smaller size. Plus, it is less expensive than so many of the XL dies. This is in the Occasions mini and lists for only 32.95. What a bargain. Anyway, I was playing with it and the Yummy Sweet Pea DSP from the mini and came up with these. My daughter-in-law is wanting to do a safari type party for my soon to be 1 year old grandson. I think these will make cute little party favors!

My First Flower Brooch

I have finally gotten around to opening my Big Shot XL Flower Folds and so I made a brooch like Shelli wore! I went to a couple of stores last week and asked for decorator samples. The first store looked at me like I had 3 heads. So, I had to get my courage up and go to another store. I went in and they said they did not have any but would take my name and number and call if they got any. (Why was I skeptical?) After that I had to go home. The next day they called! I was surprised and thrilled. I went by there today and they had 2 boxes loaded up for me. I quickly came home and made 2 identical brooches. Here is the one I wore to church tonight. This is a fun and economical project (especially since the fabrics were free!)

Big Shot Wow!

Today I am posting a project I found on the demonstrators website. It is so cute. It uses no stamps, ink or cardstock but it is a real Wow! Take a look!

Stamps

• None

Paper

• None

Ink

• None

Accessories

• Corduroy button
• Sizzix Big Shot
• Scallop Circle #2 Bigz die
• Fabric
• Needle and thread
• Ponytail elastic
  

Instructions

1. Die cut 10 large scallop circles using Big Shot and Scallop Circles #2 Bigz die. Cut off eight of the scallops from each scallop circle. Gather together across the flat side about 1/4" from edge, gathering all ten circles on the same double-thread. Tie off.
2. Die cut 10 small scallop circles using Big Shot and Scallop Circles #2 Bigz die. Gather the circles across three of the scallops on the same double-thread. Tie off.
3. To cover Corduroy button, die cut a small scallop circle, then cut off all scallops. Gather the fabric around the edge, place button in the middle, then gather up threads and tie off.
4. Attach ponytail elastic to back, then sew through all layers of fabric (including fabric around button), so fabric layers are connected to elastic.

Little Leprechaun

Remember last year, the leprechaun pins I made. This year I am doing a cute little Big Shot leprechaun box. I got the idea from Heather on a punch challenge on the LNS site. The colors used are Garden Green, Blush Blossom, ReallyRust, Whisper White, Basic Black and Yo Yo Yellow. We will be making this cute project next month at my Big Shot class.

Another Valentine project

Today I am showcasing this quick and easy little box that I made using the Scalloped Square die from Stampin' Up! of course. I punched it out using the Pretty in Pink textured cardstock. Then I scored it like a tic-tac-toe board on every 3rd scallop. On the 4 corners, I scored from the score line diagnally to the edge. Then just punch a little hole in the 4 corners for the ribbon. I creased it and added the ribbon, tied a bow and added candy. What a great project for a friend!

We made this at my first Big Shot class that is going on for the months of Jan, Feb, and March. I broke down the cost of a Big Shot with some accessories over a 3 month period so that you could get it without breaking the bank and earn lots of FREE Sale-a-Bration goodies. Contact me for more information if you are interested in this. For only 3 payments of $57 you get $238 worth of products/services!

My Valentine Star

Ok, here is another die that I have had forever and never used. I finally pulled it out during the 2010 Snow Jam last week! This is the the 5-Point Star die that Stampin' Up! sells. I used tag board covered with DSP and cut the five points out. Then I used my Tombow multi-purpose glue and put it all together. This star is 9" wide when assembled! I embellished it with the Chocolate Chip satin ribbon and a Pretty in Pink button. I plan to hang it over my dinner table where we do most of our stamping. Being a Texas gal I don't know why I haven't made a slew of these already!

Valentine Match Box

I don't know why I waited so long to make this little box. I have had the die for about 3 months! Anyway, I pulled it out for the gals at my $15 Hostess Club and this is what we made. We added 4 nuggets and a sentiment. It was quick, easy and fun. This is one of the extra long dies and you will need to order the extended cutting pads if you use it.

Remember, now is the perfect time to load up on accessories, dies, essential adhesives etc... during Sale-a-Bration. You can get FREE things for every $50 you order. I know I am personally stocking up on adhesives and cardstock now. I mean, why not when you can choose from over 61 FREE items/stamp sets! Jump over to my website now and see what all the HYPE is about.

As a side note, some of you know that I don't always post in "real time." That means I post ahead. What a life saver since I figured out how to do this. So, I said that to let you know that I am driving to New Orleans or Nawlins for the natives. I will try to post a picture or 2 while I am there. Any suggestions on great places to eat??!!

Just for You gift box

Check out this cute project done by Stampin' Up! I have added the supply list used for your enjoyment and CASEability. Enjoy.

Just for You neighbor gift Stamps Good Neighbors* Teeny Tiny Wishes Paper Kraft card stock Old Olive card stock Whisper White card stock Welcome Neighbor Designer Series paper pad* Ink Chocolate Chip Classic Stampin' Pad Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad Accessories Old Olive 1/4" grosgrain ribbon Linen thread Stampin' Dimensionals 1/16" Circle punch 1-1/4" Circle punch Sizzix Big Shot Mini Milk Carton Bigz L die**

Another Gifts to Go Sneak Peek!

Here is another of the 5 projects that we will be making for our upcoming "Gifts to Go" class on November 14th at my home. This one is the Joy Banner that is going to be hard to give away! I love it and it has been a popular item at my craft shows! Be sure to RSVP soon to hold your place for this fun class. The cost is only $20 and everything will be provided for you. The photo is not that great but the real project is!

Projects from our Y Technique

Wow, I can hardly believe that we have finished letter Y in our tecniques with only the letter Z left. IF you missed these techniques, never fear...I will be starting again in January. Anyway, we did Yummy things with embossing folders!