Christmas Tag Box Project Class

Notice:  (posted 10/27/10) - Class cancelled due to illness. :o(  (Me & the little man).  Will be selling kit and tutorial for $10.  Let me know if you are interested.  Refunds going out to those who paid in advance.

Come join me in a great class where you will learn how to make this great gift tag box with separate dividers for tags, twine and fabric ribbon!  Not only will you learn how to make this gift tag box, but you'll also make the 16 gift cards (in 4 designs) that go inside it!  This great project is not just for the holiday seasons!  Once you learn how to make this gift box, make it again and again for all your gift giving needs!

When:  Thursday, October 28
from 6-8 PM

Where:  My Home

Cost:  $20.00

(Includes all supplies, step-by-step tutorial/handout, and refreshments!)

Space is limited, so contact me today if you would like to attend!

Pay in advance to reserve your seat!

Stamping techniques being taught in class:

• Heat embossing (with glitter)
• Watercoloring with Classic Inks and Aqua Pen

Aside from Stampin' Up's high-quality stamps, card stock and ink, you'll also get familiar with these great products:

• Exclusive Stampin' Up Fabric
• Specialty Designer Series Paper
• Big Shot Embossing Folders
• Stampin' Up! Punches
• Pearlized Accent Ink
• Rhinestone Jewels

  

Halloween Extravaganza - Day 7

This is a Halloween card I created for a recent swap with the Sun City Stampers.  It features the Dark and Dreary stamp set from the holiday mini, as well as the Teahouse background stamp from the IBC.  When I saw that stamp, it just reminded me of "creepy" wallpaper in a haunted mansion! :o)

I also used some black waffle paper and the Raven lace trim - also from the holiday mini.  I cut several layers of the waffle paper (at one time) using the new Scallop Squares Duo Bigz die (yep, also in the holiday mini). ;o) 

For the main image on the front, before stamping my image in basic black, I created a gradient of color (to mimic a haunting sunset) with my sponge daubers and ink pads.  I started at the bottom with the lightest color (Daffodil Delight) and then blended in the rest moving upward (Peach Parfait, Cajun Craze and Concord Crush).  The key to creating a smooth gradient is to not use too much ink and to lightly and gently swirls your sponge on the paper.  Remember... you can always add more ink if needed, but you can't take it away if you put too much! :o)

WOW!!! Check out the clearance rack!!!

Stampin' Up just added gobs and gobs of "new" goodies to the clearance rack!  Tons of stamping and crafting goodness for up to 80% off! There are BIG SHOT DIES for $7.99 in there, people!!! :-O

Check out my online store to see these deals for yourself!  After clicking the link, click "Shop Now" and you'll find the clearance rack on the left side of the page.  Don't hesitate to buy, because these goodies are going FAST - they are only available while supplies last!

Halloween Extravaganza - Day 6

Here are some great Halloween treat ideas for your Big Shot and acetate window sheets!

First up, this super cute little milk carton using the Mini Milk Carton Bigz L Die!  I have been dying to get my hands on and use the "Got Treats" stamp set that just happens to coordinate perfectly! For my stamping, I used Whisper White craft ink and SU's White embossing power and then set it with my heat gun.  The two make such a bold image!

This next acetate project uses the new Candy Wrapper Bigz L Die in the Holiday mini catalog.  This one was quick and simple, but oh so elegant! I simply added Basic Black Taffeta bows on the end and embellished the "body" with the new "Black Flourish" designer jewels in the holiday mini.  I imagine this would also make an amazing wedding or bridal shower favor using rhinestones!

The last project uses the pillow box die.  The 3D pumpkin on the front is so cute and easy to do!  I punched several scalloped oval pieces out of some textured Tangerine Tango card stock an then folded them in half.  Then I used sticky strip to adhere all the back sides together!  

Hope you enjoyed the treats today!  See you tomorrow!

Halloween Extravaganza - Day 5

Hello everyone!  Here is the last Halloween project I'll be posting using the new Trick or Treat letterpress plate from the Holiday Mini.  It's a super-cute trick or treat bag!  

This time, I used the plate on black card stock with Whisper White craft ink.  I also sprayed a bit of Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz on it after I ran it through my Big Shot.  I then mounted my trick or treat piece onto a piece of DSP from the Wicked Fun collection. After that, I gathered some strips of black waffle paper  along the top and bottom using sticky strip tape.  

For the bag itself, I used the Midnight Musings jumbo wheel (also from the holiday mini) along the top and bottom.  

What a cute and stylish little bag for your little ghoul or goblin this Halloween!  Don't forget, for more info on the letterpress plates, check out the tutorial video I posted for Day 3!

See you tomorrow for Day 6 of my Halloween Extravaganza!