by Susan Itell | Nov 29, 2013 | 3-D Projects |
I hope that yesterday was a super special day filled with family, memories, laughter and lots of great food!
I had originally planned to have this post for you yesterday – but honestly, Wednesday night was super busy and fun with family….my family said to me…."Mom – no computer!!!!"
So a day late but you are going to LOVE this post as you will have a blast making these gems for all different holidays, birthdays and I am going to make them for my daughters sorority when they have their big fundraiser(a dinner and auction for Breast Cancer!!!!) as favors for their place settings!
I will do my best to walk you through this but please, as always – I am an email away and I will be happy to email you back or better yet, call you if you have specific questions! I realize that these "sour cream" containers have been around for a while….but then again – the oldies are the goodies!
I have shared with you in posts how I have been lovin' the Thankful Wood-Mount Bundle...and even though "Turkey Day" is behind us….i just want to show you how versatile our products are! These adorable gems were made from the "paper for the napkin holders" and I will say – they were a huge hit at my house yesterday!
So cute,so fun…so meaningful and in each one is an inspirational message as well as some yummy chocolates! I printed out my messages on computer paper, simply cut it into strips and then tucked it in the adorable "sour cream container"!
Let's get to the fun…remember, I cut the paper from the "napkin" part that was in the kit and you will not believe how much paper I still have to work with!
- The paper size is 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" and put sticky strip on 3 sides (the 2 long one and the 1 short side – see photo)
- Fold over to make a "tube" – basically it looks like a toilet paper roll! Next squeeze one end shut!
- The next step I did is TOTALLY optional and it does not alter the end result of the project "staying together" – but I will say that I like the look! I took a paper crimper and crimped about 3 turns!
- Now here is the part to make it all come together! After you put the candy etc….in it – take the project and turn it and squeeze the opening to create the "sour cream" container effect….again – crimp the edges if you are using the crimper!
- To decorate these gems I took pieces of Very Vanilla ( 3 1/2" X 1") and stamped the very appropriate message of "Give Thanks" from the Best of Autumn Stamp Set! So simple, yet so perfect! I used Soft Suede to stamp my image! A quick snip of the end to make a banner effect is all that is needed!
When you go to adhere this…just use glue dots…so fast! I took a piece of ribbon at 6" in length (sorry, I know that this is a discontinued ribbon) and again used glue dots – this makes it go soooo fast!
Here is the end result – I bet your smiling!
These are fun to make and you can see that I piled them in a HUGE decorative Wine Glass that I have…when you have people over…you can have them "pick one" to enjoy!
Another great idea to fill these up with would be "conversation ice breakers" – this is something that we used to love to do when the kids were little to get them to tell us some of their memories that were special to them!
I hope that this inspired you and that your head is spinning on how you can make these up for all different occasions! I think they are adorable!
Have a fabulous day, I am lovin' having the kids home and I love the fact that I make most of my gifts and do not have to worry about the crazy crowds at the stores! To me…
My 2 hands creating works of art from my heart and ordering from the internet works for me! I will be sharing with you some super cute gift card holders!
Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Nov 23, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Christmas |
Today I am showcasing yet another goodie using the SALE items!!! To me this is super cute, super practical and super fun and rewarding to make!
I was going to break this into 2 posts but then I thought…
“Why would I do that to do as it is so easy and
I want you to whip out projects and have fun!!!!”
This little gem of a box holds (8) 3 X 3 cards and lined envelopes that will surely put a smile on anyone’s face!
Think about the possibilities of this…a perfect little hostess gift, a hairdresser gift, a neighbor gift,an office friend…and I will show you after the holidays in different themes…Birthdays…just because/general themes etc…but for now we need to get serious for the Holiday!
Let’s start with the enclosure cards…super easy as Stampin’ Up! has the envelopes for the 3 X 3 cards and using the envelope liner framelit with the big shot makes even little things feel special like a BIG thing!
I used on all 4 different designs stamps from the Very Merry Tags Stamp Set that YES – is on sale as a bundle and the great thing is that each one coordinates with a punch!
TIP ALERT: PLEASE make sure that you see the different options in purchasing this set as a bundle – you can choose different punches…if you are confused – email me!
If you do not have the punches – no worries – just “fussy cut” them and you’ll be good to go! While I am bringing up punches…let’s talk about our punches – it’s simple = they are just the best on the market!
I have had many, many different punches and some have been great (for a while) and then they start jamming or simply get stuck…only to be totally frustrated! Our punches are fabulous and guess what – they are guaranteed just like all of our products!
The coordinating punches that are used with these stamps are : Artisan Label Punch, X-Lg Oval Punch, 1 3/4" Circle Punch and the Decorative Label Punch!
When you see a punch that is on sale or a style that you think will be very useful – BUY IT! You will never regret it! It’s kind of like that “Peanut Butter and Jelly” thing I talk about….
Having the right tools + the right product =
a great end result!
If you have the Whisper White in the 12 X 12 size, you can get 8 cards from 1 piece of paper and if you have the 8 ½” X 11” paper you can get 3 cards PLUS lots of scraps to use for your stamped images!
I simply stamped up the stamps…pop with a coordinating punch – layered them on a 2 ¾” square…popped a stampin’ dimensional on it….DONE!
A quick liner is all that is needed and it completes the look! The paper I used was from the Seasons of Style Paper Stack and from 1 little sheet – you can line 4 of these cards…I say a big – WOOT-WOOT for that!
Let’s get to this fun box….easy-peasy!!! I know that if I do not give you the dimensions 2 things would happen!
- You would be sad…
- You would email me and ask!!!
I couldn’t leave you hanging because it is my mission to have YOU create projects and for YOU to walk away with confidence that YOU did it!
Here you go! Please email me as always if you get stuck…I know, I need to do videos as it has to be easier than writing everything down…hopefully it makes sense!
- From one sheet of paper, you can make 2 of these boxes! Cut the paper to 8” X 5 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! To me this is truly a necessity to make your projects crisp and professional!
- Cut in at the score lines as shown in the picture and then I have found that making the snip (kinda like a triangle) does make it cleaner when putting together!
- Use Sticky Strip…why? – It really is the best when keeping projects and cards nice and tight! When you have change in temperature in your home…then a car….it effects the adhesive…especially in 3-D projects – I recommend using it!
The top of the box:
- Finish the top just like you did the box and BAM – you are done! SIMPLE…right???
Continuing with the theme of this set…I stamped a “Bah-hum Bug” and matted it with the Artisan Label Punch to give it the finale it deserves!
HOW ABOUT THIS!!!!
Isn’t it super cute?
I truly hope that you make some of these to give as gifts this year! It is a great way to use up scraps…provides a WOW factor…and it is such a thoughtful and useful gift! We always need little gift enclosures!
I am having fun showing you ideas with these great items on sale!
Remember, click on the below picture and you will see the whole list…I would say – print it out and see what you have…and then make your list to what you need to accomplish this holiday season!
The majority of my gifts at the holiday are handmade gifts…just like these and I adore making cakes, cookie and sticky buns for my family and friends over the season!
There is nothing like a homemade gift from your heart! I hope that I have inspired you and I hope that you pop back soon!
Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Nov 17, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Christmas |
Julie Andrews I'm not…but these are a few of my favorite Stampin' Up! things that are bringing the upcoming holiday to a front and center of my personal projects that I will create!!!
Today’s post is focusing on 2 Stampin’ Up! products, the Festive Flurry Ornament Kit and the Endless Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set! The Ornament Kit is a limited edition kit and trust me – it will sell out FAST…they had a fun one last year that zipped away!
Confessions of an honest Stamper – when the Photopolymer Stamps 1st came out…I was not a fan….actually at all but now I am a transformed stamper and I ADORE them…I love them and I hope that they keep coming out with them!
There are not a lot of instructions today as everything speaks for themselves but I will say, they are both “keeper” products and remember to see my post from yesterday as with every order I receive until Monday at 9 p.m. , you will have a chance to win a great gift from me….please click here and see the post and then hit my Shop Now button and “fingers crossed” – you’ll win!
The Festive Flurry Ornament Kit will allow you to make 10 beautiful works of art and you can use them in many ways! I am showing you how to use them for a card, an ornament and also how you can hang it on a bottle of fun to give as a perfect hostess gift!
Remember yesterday I shared with you to please subscribe to Stampin’ Ups! You Tube Web Channel…we here is another “keeper” video showcasing this great product! I totally encourage you to watch this and it will make total sense to you! (I do recommend using a hot glue gun – so fast and easy!) Click here to watch!
Let's start with this great "bling" for a bottle and then can be used as an ornament….cute right!
One thing that I wanted to try out and it worked…I used the Festive Flurry Framelits and cut out my own snowflake in Island Indigo and then using the Simply Scored it works!!!! I wanted to see if I could do it myself and I could but it is so much easier just using the kit!
When there are done with looking at this beautiful piece of art on a bottle – it can be a fabulous ornament!
Project #2 with this kit! Let’s jazz up a gift! Not only do we have BINGO-BANGO boxes but who does not like to receive a gift that is beautiful! I adore wrapping gifts as I find that doing this is a work of art within itself!
There are so many inexpensive tricks that bring a package from average to WOW! How would you like to receive this!
Besides the ornament, I used the Decorative Window Gift Box and then using the Whisper White Satin Ribbon and also the Island Indigo Bakers Twine….the WOW happened fast! The sentiment…we’ll get to that later but isn’t is great!
Look at this from this angle…It is a beauty! I feel like when I put these gems together that am doing something super special as the end result is so beautiful!
# 3 of this great product! How about this card….it is a beauty and it is one that needs to be given to the "selected" friend that would appreciate this beauty!
I say wow and I would love to receive this!
Lots of fun products used here and when you look at it and break it down…so do-able! (YES – I did use the insides of the "mats" of paper to use for other uses!!!!) I am ALWAYS saving paper!
Now to the Endless Wishes Stamp Set…making 3 X 3 enclosure cards are one of my favorite things to make…these just make me smile! – How about you….don't you love the simplicity and ease of them!!!
Adding some simple "extras" like pearls and candy dots add that simple and fun touch! We all know that when we are giving a gift…there is nothing like a great liitle card like these to be the finishing touch!
We are going into the season of "let's get going"!!! You can see that Stampin' Up! has many products that make us shine!
I would love to help you shine! Please email me if I can be of help to you! I love what I do and I love helping YOU!
Have a great day and until tomorrow!!!!
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by Susan Itell | Nov 16, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Thanksgiving, Things you just have to buy! |
Now…I have a question for you and I already know the answer but here you go…
Do you like a sale?
I know what you are saying…of course – who wouldn't!
We all do and Stampin' Up! has been great in offering weekly deals for us and there are some "keepers" this week! Click here to see the great grouping this week! Today I am going to highlight some of my favorites from this weeks group!
Remember, these are only on sale until Monday evening…so hit my SHOP NOW BUTTON (to the right…can't miss it!) and take full advantage of these deals!
For anyone that places an order through my on-line store thru Monday at 9 p.m. Eastern time, you will have the chance to win a bundle of the mini muslin bags that I will be featuring below!
I will send you a package of 8 of them plus the decorations for you to do as I have them later in the post!!!
So cute for your Thanksgiving Table or simply to give as a gift of thanks! I will ship them to you on Tuesday so you will have them in time!
They are not only super cute, they are very practical and can be used for so many different things…just let you mind go wild…tuck gift card…candy….jewelry…a table favor…a name tag filled with a treat! Just have fun!
Do you remember several posts ago I made these great candy treats/name tags for my Thanksgiving Table…please click here to see that post as they are keepers and these little bundles will also be adorable on my table!
I am not sure what I am going to put in them…I am thinking some popcorn and stick a movie ticket in them for us to have a fun time while my peeps are home!
As you know that I have showcased the Thankful Tablescape Simply Created Kit, there are so many differnt things you can do with the kits and as you can see on the top picture…I used pieces of it to decorate the box!
I have not even used 50% of this kit and I am having a blast! Below is another view of the box and I am using 2 products that are on the weekly sale….the Extra-Large Gift Box and the Gift Bow Die! Pulling it all together and using the "Birch Paper Ribbon" that is in the kit as well as the Chocolate Chip Ribbon….it made this a super WOW and practical box!
The thing I love about this box is that you can open and close it and not have to worry about unwrapping a ribbon! The paper ribbon bow on top was not only fun to make, but a jazzed it up with a Very Vintage Designer Button! Cute, right!!!
If you have not already subscribed to Stampin' Ups! You Tube Channel, I highly recommend that you do…they have great videos that will highlight and show you tips on how our products work! Click here and you can see the video on the Gift Bow Bigz L Die…
Confessions of an honest stamper…when I saw this in the Holiday Catalog I was not thrilled with it as I adore ribbon and I could not image how I would like a bow made out of paper!
The other thing was I thought it was a bit pricey and the I went to the PALS Chat Room and asked their opinion….WOW – I had a ton of emails saying….get it – I love it! Naturally I took their advice but now that it is on sale for $24.71… would definaely purchase it as it is really fun and easy!
Did you notice the I did a bit of stampin'? For both the Muslin Bags and the Box I used the Harvest of Thanks Stamp Set! It's a keeper for this time of year and there are many framelits that coordinate with the stamps…easy-peasy!!!
I have another gem that I just have to show you…..I was going to wait for another day but I could not resisit as it to showcases a product that is on sale this week! It is using the 1 1/4" Burlap Ribbon….this ribbon is SOOOOO HOT and it produces a WOW and it can also produce a sofy, warm feeling!
Isn't this just beautiful! Again 2 products on sale, the X Large Box and the Burlap Ribbon! TIP ALERT: It only take 1 sheet of Designer Series Paper to decorate the box…I say woot – woot and the 4 sides are 6" X 4" and then the top is 6 X 6! This is from the super yummy Season of Style Designer Series Paper Pack!
Not only did I use the Burlap Ribbon…I cut several pieces of the Very Vanilla Seam Binding Ribbon…laid them over the burlap before I created the simple knot!
The tag was a simple stamp and random cut – (love to do this to switch things up) and then matted it to a piece of crumb cake! The sentiment came from the Joy to the World Stamp Set and I hope that it finds its way to your house as it is a great sentiment stamp set!
Whew…I know that this was a long post but I hope that I have inspired you and also have found some useful and practical tips for your projects!!!
Remember to check out the weekly deals and please do not forget to hit the SHOP NOW button and you might be the lucky winner of 8 of those adorable bags along with the turkey tags and ribbon!!!!
Thank YOU in these weeks of Thanksgiving and I hope you have a wonderful weekend….
Until tomorrow!!!!
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by Susan Itell | Nov 10, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Birthday |
This
is a special Birthday Card for a wonderful young lady that is celebrating her
“Sweet 16”!
Happy Birthday Ariane!!!
Ariane’s
Mom is a customer of mine and such an “over the top” talented stamper… I
hope they are having the time of their lives as they have “captured their
daughter and her best friend” for a weekend getaway! She is going to be so surprised and I can hardly wait to hear all about the fun they had this weekend!
Ariane’s
favorite Stampin’ Up! Color is Wisteria Wonder and this is not your typical
“Susan Card” but I will say it was fun and it was easy!
I
have several holiday Open Houses coming up and after making this today – you
betcha that I am going to make more cards similar to this with different color schemes, different themes etc….
I
have had these products for some time but I honestly have not used them a bunch
as remember…. – I am “Simple Susan” and I must say…I have
had 2 days of “not my traditional style” but I wanted to make this a
special card for a special milestone of turning 16!
Think
about this…do you remember turning 16?!?!
I
have a visual image and I am cringing thinking about it…but at the same time I am giggling about it!
The
pictures are speaking for themselves with this great card but I will say the
HUGE help was from this video…. please watch it as it will be a huge help! Karen Burniston designed this for Stampin' Up!
When I sat down to do this card I googled Karen Burniston and found lots of great tutorials and ideas!
I feel so lucky that with technology we can learn, try, create….basically go to a class and become stronger paper crafters!
I
am so proud that Stampin’ Up! is so “on trend”
with what is out there on the
marketplace!
I
will say, when time allows, I plan to come up with some BINGO –BANGO ideas
for the holidays….using gift cards with
the Pop ‘n Cuts so I am going to dangle a “carrot to you"…Email
me if you want a special card idea …
For those that email me, I will send you a great idea – for the upcoming
holidays! Just put in the subject line…I want something special….and I will send you a special inspiration for you to create!
Today I am going to let the video that I have showcased guide you…and then with my own personal touches..inspire you!
You will find all of the Pop 'n Cut components on page 188 of the annual Catalog. I realize that they are an investment to purchase but after you play with them and see all of the endless possibilities there are to do with them…you will be smiling!
For today's card I used the Card Base Pop 'n Cuts and the Dress Form Pop 'n Cuts! It is sooooo nifty that this cuts the shape (a regular A-2 card size) and scores…cuts the slits to close the card….BAM!!!
Now with Dress Form…(it is on sale right now for just $16.46 – only until Tuesday) look the detail and versatility of this as we have the Dress Up Framelits and they have been a huge hit and timesaver….who wants to fussy cut a dress out!!!
The base "Happy 16" I thought turned out very cute! I know you like measurements so here you go!
- The very vanilla base is 3 1/8" X 3 7/8"
- The Wisteria Wonder is 3" X 3 3/4"
- The Very Vanilla that I stamped on is 3 X 3/12" and I used the "happy from the Happy Day Stamp Set and I masked the day before I stampd! I also used the scalloped trim border punch for a feminine touch! ( I forget about this but the wow factor is really there!!!!)
- The "16" really is fun and you will be seeing these numbers and this stamp set a bunch coming up with ideas I have for December! It is from the Morning Post Numbers Stamp Set and it is on page 36 in the Holiday Catalog!
- This beautiful card folds right into a regular envelope! I say WOOT-WOOT! A simple lining to match the dress was the finale that was "the icing on the cake"
I hope that this has been a fun post for you and I hope that I have inspired you! Please do not forget to email me and put in the Subject Line "I want something special" and once I create this special something, I will send you a picture and also the tutorial on how to make it!
I am sure that many of you are thinking that purchasing these products would be such a big investment…well, you're right – it is an investment but at the same time you could become a demonstrator yourself and be able to get 30% off of your 1st order…a simple click here and you can get started today!
I have several "silent demonstrators" and they became demonstrators for this very reason, to get products at a discount! Stampin' Up! allows YOU to do whatever you want YOUR way…I would love for YOU to be on my team!
You all know that I adore what I do, I thank you for popping by and I would appreciate you to share my blog with family and friends…as my Mom always said, "word of mouth is the best form of advertisement"
It has not even been a year since I started to blog, and I am WOWED by the responses and people that I have touched and who have also touched me right back! Thank you…
Turning 16 is a special milestone! I hope that you can take a moment today and remember those great years! Ariane is a super sweet girl and I say….Happy Birthday to you!!!
Until tomorrow!
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by Susan Itell | Nov 2, 2013 | 3-D Projects, Birthday |
Mrs. Eddy is going to love this super cute box filled with chocolates but more importantly she is going to be "over the top happy" opening up her 85 Birthday cards in honor of her 85th Birthday!
Hopefully you are popping back from yesterday's post….and if not – click here and today will make sense to you!
This was yesterday's card and after I cut out the Top Note Die piece I had an "Ah-ha" moment and knew that this would be a fun gift for the birthday gal!
Before we go further….a quick question for you!?!?
When you make a card or project – do you make just 1 or do you do 2?
I usually do 2 and if I really like it – I'll do more (just in case I need a quick card)…
I knew that I was going to make Mrs. Eddy a 3-D goodie with this stamp set as it is her….she loves convertibles….love gifts and giving to others and when I make these boxes I always make 2….why? – Easy-peasy as a sheet of paper makes (2) of the box part of this project!
I usually try to use up scraps and odd sheets of paper but I was out of big pieces of scraps in Melon Mambo and I decided to cut it out a new fresh sheet and cut it into quarters….well when I did it…and cut the Top Note out….I thought…this piece is perfect for a frame and this is how I came up with the outside part for her "cake" card!
Can you see that I took the frame…put it on top of the white card stock…did a quick trace with a pencil of the outline and the card came to life! A pencil and a ruler are 2 peanut butter and jelly tools for card making!
Now to the box! I make these ALL THE TIME and not only are they fun to make…they are easy and they will clearly put a smile on any ones face!
Please click here and see a post that I did before showing you exactly how to make it!
Please email me if you need any help or have questions….these are amazing and so simple! I truly LOVE being able to use good old Avery Labels to decorate the chocolates!
The stamp set is the Road to Happiness Stamp Set and it is just pure fun! You can switch our whatever you want in your "back seat" and it will bring a smile to your face!
I always use the water color paper when I use the Aqua Painters and the colors of ink for this fun project are: Melon Mambo,Blushing Bride and So Saffron!
After cutting out the Top Note Die Cut with the Water Color Paper…I simply cut at the perforated lines to make it pop against the Melon Mambo!
I added a bit of bling with the Brights Candy Dots as well as with the Melon Mambo Ribbon that added the extra special touch for my 85 year old friend!
When you see this box of love…are you smiling?
I hope that you pop back to my original post and then put your thinking cap on and make some of these gems!
What candy do I use….nuggets! These are not only super yummy – they come in sooooo many flavors and the labels make it soooo easy….
I am gearing up for Christmas as these make a GREAT HIDING PLACE for a gift card! Who in the heck would not love a box of chocolates to find a gift card at the bottom!!!!
Please let me know what you think of today's fun! Please keep the wonderful Mrs. Eddy in your thoughts as she truly is one of a kind and a true joy!
Please pop back tomorrow as I have a super easy-peasy card that I think is bingo-bango!!!!
This coming week is my monthly Breast Cancer Card making evening and tomorrow's post is a card we will be making…..a total fun and "feel good" evening!
Enjoy the day and until tomorrow!!!!
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Have a fabulous day, I am lovin' having the kids home and I love the fact that I make most of my gifts and do not have to worry about the crazy crowds at the stores! To me…
