This is the time of the year that we are all super busy going here and there. There are many times that we need a quick "little sometime"…a hostess gift…something unique and practical but when you go to the stores, either 2 things happen.

• Too expensive
• Not the personal touch you were looking for!

I did a blog posting last year on this but I think that I am making it a bunch easier to follow and I do hope that you try this.

EVERYONE loves using small notes like these, they are perfect for gifts, perfect for a quick note and wowzers – the themes are endless….Christmas, Birthdays, Thinking of you, Get Well etc.

Let's get going! From one sheet of cardstock you can make 2 box bottoms and the top DSP is from the Trim the Tree Paper Stack. I love these packs of paper and I am thrilled that Stampin' Up! has (2) more coming out in January!

• Cut the paper to 8” X 5 ½”

• I like to use the Simply Scored Scoring Tool…take the long side (8” one) and score at 3 ½” and 4 ½”

• Turn to the short side (5 1/2”) and score at 1” and then rotate the paper around and score again at 1”

• Use the bone folder all around to make the edges nice and crisp! Cut in as shown in the below pictures and use sticky strip if possible. Green Glue would be my next pick but you will have to wait for it to "set up"

• Peel off strip and fold in sides to create the box. I like to run the bone folder in the inside of the box to really burnish the adhesive to the card stock.

For the top! Be careful when using the DSP as it is thinner so do not press too hard when you score!

• Cut a 5 5/8” X 3 1/8”  piece from the Trim the Tree Paper Stack  and then score a 1” score all the way around.

• Cut and notch as shown and fold together to make the top of the box.

To make the cards is so easy! For today, I just used the same sentiment as we all know that they will get used for the holidays! I love the font on this sentiment, it is from the Wonderous Wreath Stamp Set.

These are fun and oh so practical! This is a staple for me in all different themes….but Birthdays and the Holidays I seem to use the most! Keeping it super simple like I have shown you makes it a gift to make not only in a jif, but it is also super affordable!

Tomorrow I will be sharing with you a "Santa List" of goodies for you…..one list for beginners and another of must haves for the die-hards! We all start somewhere but we all do not need everything!

This is the beauty that I adore about Stampin' Up!….make it work for you and what your needs are! Remember, you can click here and shop away. With the crowds out there, I love the click and wait for the Brown Truck!

Remember, there are still goodies in the clearance rack but many things have made their way to craft rooms all over…..go check it out!