by Susan Itell | Dec 14, 2014 | Christmas, Super Easy |
Happy Sunday! I shared with you on Thursday that I was going to share with you the other stamp in the stamp set, Santa Stashe…please click here to see the cute Santa and now to the Nutcracker!
Before we go any further…I loved the comments and emails I received about this whole “mustache” thing and I am with the majority of you….I don’t get it (kinda like I still do not understand the hash tag thing) Anyway, this is a cute card that made me smile and I hope it does the same for you.
The card size is a note card size and it was fun to play with the Blendabilities – I thought hat the night of navy was great on this nutcracker! I made a boo-boo on his hat and I thought….just add some mono glue, snip off some Baked Brown Sugar Bakers Twine and voila!
The blendabilties are perfect for coloring your embellishments! I used the basic pearls and then using the medium Cherry Cobbler Marker….another voila!
He was just as easy to fussy cut as the Santa was – just chop his mustache off as you can stamp another one and use the matching framelit to cut it out! I think that it is fun to pop it up with dimensionals!
The layer color to the card is basic grey and then using the Simply Scored Tool, I score in ¼” on all sides….this is a quick and easy way to add some quick interest. I like to place the image face down and then score….(I like to see the "up" side)
Isn’t that sentiment funny! It makes me smile. Using the Modern Ladel punch was a perfect touch and then layering it with the basic grey and “dots” all the way around did the trick! Doing something simple like dots and also dashes really add a fun flair!
I am sure that you have a "nutty or nice friend" out there that would burst out laughing if they received this! When I made it, I went ahead and made many as not only are they super fun to color all at the same time….you can do this card in "steps".
Remember, they key to this hectic time of the year is PACE yourself….I like to do it in "blocks" so I am not overwhelmed! When I am feeling tired and a bit overwhelmed, it is relaxing for me to grap some images that I already have stamped….take my blendabilities and just become a kid again and color!
Well….did I make you smile? Please feel free to leave me a comment and let me know if you smiled and liked this "NUT-cracker" You can always email me and have fun shopping away on my online store!
Last night we went (John, Hannah, Aidan and I) went to our local symphony to hear the Christmas Concert, it was fabulous and truly put me in the Holiday mood! (I am still singing….)
Tomorrow is make it mine Monday and I am showcasing a NEW product that you are going to love!
Like this:
Like Loading...
by Susan Itell | Dec 12, 2014 | 3-D Projects, Christmas, Party Favors |
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”
- 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!
Like this:
Like Loading...
by Susan Itell | Dec 11, 2014 | Christmas |
Good Morning! I hope that this post finds you smiling as I was very happy with the end result as it brings back so many memories of the wonders, mystery and pure fun of "Santa" with the joy it brings to children!
I must admit, this is the 1st time I have played with this stamp set and WOW – did I have fun! I will share another great card with you on Sunday….I am adoring….simply adoring the blendabilities! I just wish there was more time to play with them.
I have lots of pictures for you today, as always….please feel free to email me if you need specific help with this card….I will say – I think that this is in the running for a holiday card (I better get going) – this Santa just makes me happy!
Here you go! Enjoy and let the reason for the season enter your heart! I am getting excited for the "peeps" to come home….making holiday cookies….planning yummy meals…visiting friends and family!
Using the Blendabilities is really fun. WHY??? Easy = You can't mess up! Because they are alcohol base they do not streak…(show lines)….you can color over and over and not hurt the paper….I am just tickled with them!
Please look at the below pictures and you will see that I did a bit of surgery on the Santa…."all is good" because there is a framelit for the mustache….which makes it soooo easy!
Tips and tricks thst make us look great all the time!
I love doing "tile designs" and today is no exception! So fast and easy….uses scraps up and the end result is fun!
Because this is a square card you need to use the Envelope Punch Board if you want to make an envelope….( I swear for just under $20.00 – this should be the tool of the year)….so fast and easy!
The Stampin Dimensionals make this "mustache" and "base" come to life as well as having fun with the White gel pen!
Well…thoughts?!?! – Please leave me a comment and let me know how you like today's post! Sunday's is using the other stamp in this set….totally different but totally fun!
John and I went to a Holiday Party last night and tomorrow I wil share with you the hostess gift I gave…so easy and so practical.Enjoy the day and until tomorrow….
I thought you would enjoy seeing a picture of Rosie….she acts like she has lived here all her life! She is so sweet and fits in with the "boys"
Like this:
Like Loading...
by Susan Itell | Dec 10, 2014 | 3-D Projects, Christmas, PALS Blog Hops |
Welcome to the last Pals Blog Hop of 2014. This month we want to help you start your holiday wish list by sharing projects featuring our favorite Stampin’ Up! papers, stamps, tools and accessories. Get your wish list ready as you move along through the blog hop.
You may just be starting the blog hop or may have come from Stop #32 Debra Simonis at Deb's Stampin' Grounds on the Pals Hop.
If you get off track at any time, the full lineup below will help you move along from blog to blog so you see all of the project.
We have such a busy and exciting day hopping to all PALS that are participating in today’s Blog Hop! In total there are 38 ….so I am sure that your “creative tank” will be filled to the brim today!
With the theme of using products that would be “keepers” on a “Wish List”…I think that I have just about all of my bases covered here today! Please feel free to email me if you have specific questions on the “how to’s” for today’s post.
If you follow my blog (and I hope that you do) I usually go into great depth about my projects but since I know you have so many blogs to visit…I am going to try to keep it short but I have lots of pictures for you
I adore this Curvy Keepsake Framelit…..WHY? Easy-peasy…you can use it all year long which make me smile…so darn practical and always fun.
Look at the below 2 pictures and you will see that it truly uses minimal paper and it is fun to play with different patterns!
I like to make a window and I used the #3 Circle and then to make the band in Cherry Cobbler, I used #3 & #4….this is an optional step but I like the way it looks!
The paper I used today is perfect for making 3 –D projects as it is much heavier than our regular card stock. It is so classic and works for so many different themes! LOVE it!
Who doesn't like chocolates and who would not think that this is a super cute project! I do hope that you have fun making some as I am sure that you are going get smiles……
Well that's it fun, festive and unique.
The next stop is Stop #33,Jane Knudsen at see jane stamp on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting and I hope to see you in 2015.
Enjoy your day, enjoy the blog hop and enjoy the season! Until tomorrow….
- Michelle Gleeson at StampinMojo
- Shannon Hokanson at Paper Works by Shannon
- Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn
- Sherrie Gross at Stampin Sunshine
- Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
- Kalyn Shubnell at The Stamping Chronicles
- September Gray at www.septembergray.com
- Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper
- Patti MacLeith at Papercrafts by Patti
- Nancy Gleason at MyStampinSpace
- Maggie Mata at Maggie Made Cards
- Debbie Crowley at expressivelydeb…
- Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin'
- Amy Whelan at Amy's Inklings
- Brian King at Stamp with Brian
- Amy Williams at Stamps and Spice
- Mary Fish at Stampin' Pretty
- Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
- Jackie Diediker at Stampin' Jackie
- Candy Ford at Stamp Candy
- Susan Lankford at Stamp and Create With Susan
- Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
- Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven's Retreat
- Amy Hoptay at Inking of You!
- Lynn Kolcun at Stamping with Avery's Owlery
- Beth Beard at My little craft blog
- Sue Becker at RnR Stamping
- Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
- Kerry Willard Bray at Peonies and Paper Chains
- Rae Harper-Burnet at WildWestPaperArts.com
- Deb Cozzone at Deb Cozzone's Stamping Zone
- Debra Simonis at Deb's Stampin' Grounds
- Susan Itell at Simple Stampin
- Jane Knudsen at see jane stamp
- Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
- Martie Pollard at The Crafty Bandit
- Natalie Bradley at Natalie Bradley Events
- Becky Volpp at InkBlossomWithBecky
Like this:
Like Loading...
by Susan Itell | Dec 7, 2014 | 3-D Projects, Christmas, Super Easy |
Good Morning! I am sure that there are going to be many of you that are going to be going to the store today to get these adorable little Snowmen and Terry Bears! They are Lindt Chocolates and I found them in the grocery store – (as I walked by the candy section they "jumped" in my cart and said take me home)!!!
I only have 3 pictures for you today as this post is that easy…you can easily mass produce these guys and they make adorable place cards for your table. When I worked, I always made them and placed them on my co workers desk with a note…..they are just FUN to make!
Back in the Spring I did a post similar using the chocolate bunnies….please click here to see that post! Today's are just the same with the exception of 2 things.
- The embossing folder I used (for the bunny) is discontinued so I did not show it for today's post, I just used the Oval punch but if you do have that embossing folder, I would use it….(I like the effect it gives….but today I did something different and I also liked that!
- Also on the Bunny one, I popped out both sides and today I only did one side….why???? = the bunny you could see from both sides and these (2) I am showcasing today are (1) sided.
Let's get going and this is so darn easy!
- Take a 2" X 11" piece of card stock and score it at 4 1/2"…then flip it around and score it at 4 1/2" again….use your bone folder to get a good crease!
- Using the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch….do both ends!
- Using the X Large Oval Punch, punch out the opening for your critters!
- If you want…run through the Big Shot with an embossing folder.
- I placed snail adhesive on the base of the project and squished some white fru-fru and then used several glue dots to adhere my critter!
- Add some simple ribbon….stamp the sentiment on scraps and DONE!
Now how about that for hitting that "Easy Button"!!! Cute, fast, fun….I guess the only down side is that you hate to eat them!!! (I must admit, I still have a bunny in my work area and even if I get a "sweet tooth"….I just can't do it to him!)
Many thanks for the emails and comments in wishing Hannah home. It is wonderful to have her home safely. It was truly an amazing experience and John and I are "taking the stories all in". It was very bittersweet to see her leave her new friends (28 of them) that were on this journey together over the past 4 months!
Please feel free to email me if you have any questions, and do not forget about the clearance rack….this is the End of the Year Clearance while supplies last!
Today we are getting our Tree….always an exciting time. Please pop back tomorrow as it is Make it Mine Monday! Enjoy the day and be careful going to get your chocolate Snowmen and Terry Bears!
p.s. – below you will notice that I am using a new system for logging the products that I use in my post. You can just click on the picture and place it in the shopping cart or you can also print off the supplies that I use and keep it for reference for the future. ( click the supplies list link)
You might want to copy a picture of the post and keep it with the supply list and start a booklet of projects!
Like this:
Like Loading...
by Susan Itell | Dec 4, 2014 | Christmas |
Good Morning! It just does not get any easier than this…I adore all three of these colors and I wanted to do something that was sooooo incredibly easy that you could look at this and say….WOW – now that was easy!
This card you can definitely hit that "EASY BUTTON" and have a big smile on your face! Here is the color palette we are working with! I hope that you pop over to the Pals Paper Art website and see not only what the others on the Design Team came up with….I hope that you submit a work of art!
You do not need me on this one but you know me…I'll give you some tips and inspiration along the way! This card is a prime example of what a statement an Embossing Folder makes….the folder I used today is the Filigree Frame Textured Folder! It is a perfect fit for the inside of the A-2 Very Vanilla card!
I knew that I wanted to use the "joy" that I cut out from the Wonderful Wreath Framelit die but I thought it looked to "plain" just on top of the Baked Brown Sugar piece! DING-DING….I thought….hmmmmm – cut a square out of the center (using the #4 framelit) and then let the very vanilla make it POP!
I used the #4 & 5 framelits to make the square and then just adhered it to the opening! Remember, when you are cut out an intricate die like this "joy" one… place a sheet of wax paper between the paper and the die – this makes it sooooo much easier to get out!
A couple of dashes around the white frame and then the "bling" of some pearls that I colored with the Cherry Cobler blendabilities markers made the card festive and fun.
Using my old faithful…the 2013-2015 In Color Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack in the Baked Brown Sugar made the finale quick and easy! I just love these paper collections!
Now pop over and see what others have created! It is always such a treat to see others interpretations! Thanks for popping in and please feel free to email me if you need anything!
I am just returning from the movie of the unveiling of the new Occasions Catalog and the Sale-A-Bration items…..all I can say is WOWZERS…..I will be able to pre-order items tomorrow (darn I love being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator) You all will adore them!
There is one particular stamp set that is "me" all over….the minute it came up on the screen, Jeanie laughed and said….yep – that's going to your house!!!
Please do not forget that if you want to take advantage of the December Stamp of the Month Kit, please email me as soon as possible. This is going to be a busy month and I want to prepare accordingly! Click here to see the post that I showcased it!
Until tomorrow….crazy week – it will be a Make it Mine Monday on Friday! (go figure…but Sharon will be happy!)
Like this:
Like Loading...
