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Carrots for the Easter Bunny: Petal Cone Die
Need a fun treat for Easter events or just for fun? Here’s one that uses the versatile Petal Cone Die (see it online) to make a carrot treat box fit for the Easter bunny.
The project is a bit updated from the one I posted last year (see it here). This one uses only 3 panels of the Petal Cone die cut, instead of 4. And the texture on the carrots is added with the Lots of Love Letterpress Plate (see it online).
Tips for using Letterpress Plates:
- Ink the plate with Versamark Ink for a highlighted shadow effect
- Instead of a regular cutting plate, use the Premium Crease Pad (see it online) when you put your plates through the Big Shot. You’ll get a deeper impression.
- Want to see a video tutorial on it? Here’s one that I did for another Petal Cone project (watch it here)
Like the tag from this project? It’s created with the Elementary Elegance stamp set, which you can select for free when you order $50 from me during Sale-A-Bration (learn more!).
Recognize the shape of the Island Indigo banner behind the Curly Punch piece in the tag? It’s the banner strip from the Petal Cone Die! With this project, you’ll use all 3 pieces of the Petal Cone die cut — the big triangle, the scallop half circle and the banner piece.
Lastly — I created this project for one of my workshop hostesses last week! if you’d like to get friends together, too, and have a fun crafty evening, be sure to send me an email! There are a few dates left in my March calendar, and I’d love to share some ideas with you, too.
Looking for ideas? Check out some other projects on my blog:
- Petal Cone Die projects (see them now)
- Letterpress Plates (see some ideas)
- Easter Projects (see them here)
Happy Stamping!
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Subscribe to the comments for this postIf Stamping is Fun, then Stamping with Chocolate is BETTER
When I go to someone’s home for a Stampin’ Up! party, I often plan two projects to share — a quick & easy card, and a project using chocolate. Because stamping is fun, but stamping with CHOCOLATE is better! I have a number of “candy projects” in past blog posts, and here is another, using the Two Tags Die for the Big Shot. (see it online)
The larger of the tags on the Two Tags Die is just about perfect for wrapping a small Hershey’s bar. This project could hardly be simpler:
- Cut the large tag in the Two Tags Die from the Everyday Enchantment Designer Series Paper (it’s one of the free Sale-A-Bration selections)
- Add candy in the center (I like to hold mine in the center with a Stampin’ Dimensional) and wrap with ribbon from the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon & Brad Pack (also one of the Sale-A-Bration selections)
- Heat emboss and punch the postage stamp from the Fresh Vintage stamp set (Sale-A-Bration selection) using the Postage Stamp Punch
- Layer with Poppy Parade card stock & give to a friend!
Even more fun, these little treats can be adapted for pretty much any occasion. Here’s a fun idea that I used for Valentine’s Day. We made 50 of these as favors for the Senior Bingo Party at our local library!
Yup — the Occasions Alphabet (see it online) that I used here is a terrific one to have on hand for all kinds of occasions, all year long.
Happy Stamping!
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April Showers Bring May Flowers
Hang on a second… it’s not April yet! But if you’re planning a baby shower, you might already be working on your invitations. I wanted to share my design for these invites that my friend Caty will be sending out. (That came out wrong… no, it’s not a shower for ME!)
The colors are from the In Color 2011-2013 Collection, and the little bear stamp is from the Packed for Baby stamp in the Occasions Mini Catalog (see it online). The shower greeting comes from the Inviting stamp set (see it online).
The pot actually opens on the side and the final invitation fits into a number 10 envelope.
The Mixed Bunch stamp set and the matching Blossom Punch were a perfect way to build a bouquet (see them in my Stamps in the Mail Club). The Cherry Blossom Embosslit is still available in my Online Clearance Rack.
Other supplies:
- Fashionable Hearts Embosslit (see it online)
- Blossom Petals Builder Punch (for leaves – see it online)
- Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack (for flower centers – see it online)
- Houndstooth Impressions Folder (see it online)
- Big Shot (see it online)
Happy Stamping!
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I’m Twitterpated over Fabric Fun Flowers
At Stampin’ Up! events, I often like to take a little gift to share with my LovenStampfuls Demonstrator group, and I wanted to share the brooch pins that I brought for Leadership in San Antonio last month. There were 10 of us attending (yay for a fun group!) and we had a great time.
The Twitterpated Designer Series Fabric (see it online) was cut with the Fun Flowers Die (see it online) for the Big Shot (see it online).
I added layers of old denim between the Twitterpated flowers, and the whole pin is held together by an Antique Brad (see them online). The little Jewelry Tag Punch piece (see it online) adds an extra touch with the “friends” sentiment from the Tiny Tags stamp set (see it online).
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Sweet Treat Cups: Valentine Candy Hearts
Looking for fun Valentine treat ideas? Here’s a fun way to use your Heart Sweet Treat Cups (see them online) and the matching Full Heart Punch — it’s on the Clearance Rack still (see it online)! Did you know the Sweet Treat Cups have the adhesive on them already? Yeah, I know!! They could hardly be easier!!
These use the Scallop Squares Duo Die (120903) for the background, as well as the Sweetheart stamp set (120780). The tiny hearts are punched from the Red Glimmer Paper (see it online) which looks even BETTER in person. Absolutely gorgeous, and a little goes a long way.
The sticks are lollipop sticks from any big box store — just add a little flag banner with a heart, adhere them to the back and you’re set!
One last tip on the Sweet Treat Cups? Don’t overfill them. My strategy is to fill them until they look even, then remove one more M&M. (and it eat — you wouldn’t put it back in the bag, right?) But this way you’re sure there won’t be too much stress on the adhesive on the back of the Sweet Treat Cup.
Need more Sweet Treat Cup ideas? Check a few out on my blog.
Happy Stamping!
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Whooo Loves You? Cello Bag Topper Valentine Owls
Looking for a cute Valentine treat bag topper for a cellophane bag? Here’s a quick one that uses several of the punches on my Clearance Rack, if you need to add any of these punches to your collection! These cute owls are based on the Small Cello Bag size (see them online), and a handful of M&M’s fits perfectly.
Punches & Dies:
- Top Note Die (for Big Shot) -113463
- Scallop Circle #2 Die (for Big Shot) – 113469
- 5 Petal Flower Punch (clearance rack!)
- Scallop Circle Punch (clearance rack!)
- 1 1/4″ Circle Punch -119861
- 1″ Circle Punch – 119868
- 1/2″ Circle Punch -119869
Like the little “owl be yours” greeting? It’s punched with the 1-1/4″ Circle Punch. The image is part of the Owl Be Yours & You Bee Mine Digital Download (see it online). I just made a full page of them and printed the circles at home so I could punch them out.
Did you see that you can now try out My Digital Studio for free for 30 days? Be sure to check out the details!
Best part of this treat? They’re fairly simple to assemble, whether you’re making 5 or 50!
Happy Stamping!
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Get in on the Mixed Bunch fun: Stamps in the Mail Club
It’s that time again! Yup, time to sign up for a new Round of my Stamps in the Mail Club! This Round (#22!) we’ll be featuring the new Mixed Bunch stamp set from the Occasions Mini catalog. Stamps in the Mail Club is the perfect chance to add this set to your collection, AND receive ideas for using it!
Plus during the February/March/April Round, you’ll have a chance to earn free Sale-A-Bration stamp sets with your kits.
So… What is Stamps in the Mail Club?
Delivered right to your doorstep–it’s the stamps, inks and accessories you need to complete these projects. Plus printed directions, exclusive Video Tutorials and pre-cut, pre-embossed card stock, ready-to-stamp! It’s my Stamps in the Mail Club, and you can sign up today! Here are the 4 projects you’ll make with your supplies and your Month 1 Club Kit:
Look at what the Stamps in the Mail Club can do for you!
- Build your stamping supplies: kit includes $30-35 value in Stampin’ Up! product each month for 3 months in a row, and you get to keep all the coordinating stamps, inks, accessories and embellishments to use in other stamping projects
- Easy to follow: Pre-printed directions for all 4 projects in a color handout with photos and step-by-step instructions will be sent with the kit each month and necessary supplies are listed at the top of each project so you know exactly what to have at your fingertips.
- Flexible Kit Contents: build on what you own! Select alternate Stampin’ Up! product each month if you already own a Stampin’ Pad color or accessory item
- No sorting or struggling: materials to create each project arrive pre-packaged separately for each project
- Stampin’ Up! exclusive materials: the best products on the market including heavy-weight Designer Paper and cardstock, timeless images, and perfectly coordinated color scheme
- Learn more each month: the 3-month subscription teaches you how to use what you’ve purchased and presents inspiring ideas on how to make the most of your investment in supplies
Here’s a review from a past Stamps in the Mail Club subscriber:
From Jill F: “[Stamps in the Mail Club] is the BEST club I have been involved with. It is so nice to go to my stamp room, pull out the directions and the cello bag and get busy!! Thanks for offering this club.”
You can subscribe to the 3-month Stamps in the Mail Club for just $45 each month! Click here for details on the kit contents for February, as well as details on the Exclusive Video Tutorials for Stamps in the Mail Club Members and free Sale-A-Bration rewards.
Ready to sign up now? Need more details? Click here and use the big “email Meg” button to request your Paypal Invoice!
I look forward to stamping with you by mail!
Happy Stamping!
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Who Wants to Do a Happy Dance?
Honestly, everyone here at the Stampin’ Up! Leadership Conference wants to be doing the Happy Dance! Here’s a link, in case you want to see the one on stage after the latest new product announcement (check it out!). Yup, we’re so happy, we get to dance.
Even more reasons to dance — here’s Betsy, my friend (and fellow LovenStampfuls Demonstrator) walking across the stage to be recognized for her promotion to Manager this year.
More reasons to do a happy dance? How about the sweet Valentine treats that Sara Douglass shared on stage? I love these with the topper using the Labels Collection Framelits (see them online).
Yet another Happy Dance reason…”real” lunches (no boxes) and CHEESECAKE for lunch at Leadership. Yes, I will admit that the cheesecake is the most exciting part.
And I will always be doing a Happy Dance over cute My Digital Studio projects. Can you imagine making this little Swatchbook for a grandparent gift?
One more Happy Dance… the classes and ideas shared here have been fabulous. I can hardly wait to get home and stamp to share!
Happy Stamping!
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Y’all Grab Your Boots and Head On Down!
Hello from San Antonio, Texas for the Stampin’ Up! Leadership Conference! Although we haven’t seen too many pairs of cowboy boots or heard too many Texas accents, we are thoroughly enjoying our visit to San Antonio.
Here are a few highlights of our Registration Day… First picture is of the Make N Take session tables when we first walked in. Yes, we get to stamp projects at Stampin’ Up! events, too!!
And not only that…there were GIFTS waiting for us at the tables! The portfolios match our fun tote bags. Each of these was signed by Shelli Gardner (thanks Shelli!):
The Make N Take projects were fabulous. We all agreed that they looked even more beautiful in person than they did in the photos. There were actually NINE projects included in our Make N Take packets — more than enough to keep us busy stamping for 2.5 hours.
Here are some LovenStampfuls Demonstrators (Mary Ellen, Faye and Betsy) and some of our demonstrator friends pausing for a scrapbook photo moment 
And here are two more of the Make N Take samples.
The projects featured the Twitterpated Designer Series Paper (we got a whole package in our kits!) and the Blossom Builders Designer Printed Kit (see it online), along with the Mixed Bunch stamp set (see it online). There were even some extra samples shared for more ideas. Here’s one of my favs:
After Make n Takes, we picked up some coffee (gotta keep the energy up for all that stamping!) and headed to the Manager’s Reception for some fabulous hors d’oeuvres and Shirley Temples with cute little umbrellas. Here are a few of the Managers from our group: Betsy Crider, Mary Ellen Stites, Dixie Finn & myself.
Leadership is a great chance to meet and talk with many of the Stampin’ Up! corporate staff, since the venue is a little bit more intimate than the huge Stampin’ Up! Convention held during July each year. Here’s Betsy with Rich Jutkins, the president of Stampin’ Up.
After snacks, Stampin’ Up! treated us to a fabulous Chinese acrobat show. Wow, those were some talented artists. There were jugglers, gymnasts, and more. It made my stomach muscles hurt in sympathy to see some of their stunts! They were really impressive though, and we all enjoyed the show.
And of course afterwards, what’s more fun than FREE stamps?! Each of us received a stamp set that will appear in the Summer Mini Catalog (due out in April). Here’s Mary Ellen — doesn’t she look excited to have her set? Thanks Laura!
All in all, a fun, busy, full day! And that was just Registration! We still have two full days of conference to go, so I probably should get at least a little bit of sleep. I’ll look forward to sharing more with you tomorrow!
Happy Stamping!
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Yo Ho, Yo Ho! A (pink) Pirate’s Life for ME!
This weekend we hosted 26 little 7 & 8 year old girls….errr…PIRATES for a Pink Pirate Birthday Party! Of course the party included a chance to stamp. For one project, the girls each decorated a Pirate Notebook with alphabet and heart stamps.
I’m still recovering, but here are a few photos from our 2 hour voyage, plus our ‘message in a bottle’ party invitations, complete with sand!
Pink Pirate Party food:
- “Sea Brine — For Pirates Only!” (stickers on water bottles)
- Foamy Seas (blue jello in a clear cup with Swedish Fish and whipped cream on top)
- Cake & Ice Cream (pre-scooped into pink muffin liners with a pirate sail toothpick on top)
- Goldfish crackers, carrots & celery
Pink Pirate Crafts:
- “A Pirate’s Life for Me” Notebooks
- Pirate Treasure Chests (gotta love glue & rhinestones!)
Pink Pirate Party Games:
- Dig for Buried Treasure (sandbox with buried beads)
- Pin the Pirate on the Ship
- Cannonball Pop (blow up black balloons with notes inside — “Walk like a pirate!”, “Say AARG!”
Love the font on the notebook? I found some great free pirate fonts online. This one is called Windlass.
Happy Stamping!
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