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Thursday, December 11, 2014

Olaf Curvy Keepsake Box

I am a big fan of Disney's Frozen.  It is a movie I own and have watched over and over.  The music, the story and the look of the animation are wonderful.  Even my two year old granddaughter can sing along to the songs.  Of course, the Olaf character is one of my favorites.  Several weeks ago, a friend suggested I make an Olaf Curvy Keepsake Box.  So here is what I came up with.  Isn't he cute?
I have sold several at local craft shows.  When a child recognizes Olaf on my table, I knew I had captured the right look.



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Wednesday, December 10, 2014

December Pals Blog Hop - Winter Wishes


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 Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn #3 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.
My “wish” list from the Holiday Catalog just kept getting longer.  This catalog proved to be one of my all- time favorites.  Of course, I say that about every new catalog!   The tools, stamp sets and embellishment are amazing. 
Today, I am sharing a card which uses two stamp sets which are not on the carry over list.  So be sure get them while you can.  They are available through January 5th.  Most holiday stamp sets are limited to making Christmas cards or items.  But these two stamp sets can be used year round for multiple occasions, which increase their versatility. 
This card was made using White Christmas and Holiday Home Stamp Sets.  They are both photopolymer sets with multiple images. I just love having a lot of choices when I make a card.  The images from these sets can easily be combined on one card.  Check it out!


But wait, there is more fun inside the card.

The photopolymer stamps make for easy placement.  I used one of our sponges to add Soft Sky to the sky and Smoky Slate to the snowy ground.  Blendabilities were used to color the house, bird and snowman's details.  Of course the Hardwood stamp on Soft Sky card stock makes the perfect background.    
The next stop is Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom #5 on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting and I hope to see you in 2015.
Thanks for visiting! 
Come back soon. 
 Sherrie

Here is the line-up.  Don't miss out, check out the entire list.
  1. Michelle Gleeson at StampinMojo
  2. Shannon Hokanson at Paper Works by Shannon
  3. Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn
  4. Sherrie Gross at Stampin Sunshine
  5. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
  6. Kalyn Shubnell at The Stamping Chronicles
  7. September Gray at www.septembergray.com
  8. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper
  9. Patti MacLeith at Papercrafts by Patti
  10. Nancy Gleason at MyStampinSpace
  11. Maggie Mata at Maggie Made Cards
  12. Debbie Crowley at expressivelydeb...
  13. Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin'
  14. Amy Whelan at Amy's Inklings
  15. Brian King at Stamp with Brian
  16. Amy Williams at Stamps and Spice
  17. Mary Fish at Stampin' Pretty
  18. Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
  19. Jackie Diediker at Stampin' Jackie
  20. Candy Ford at Stamp Candy
  21. Susan Lankford at Stamp and Create With Susan
  22. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
  23. Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven's Retreat
  24. Amy Hoptay at Inking of You!
  25. Lynn Kolcun at Stamping with Avery's Owlery
  26. Beth Beard at My little craft blog
  27. Sue Becker at RnR Stamping
  28. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  29. Kerry Willard Bray at Peonies and Paper Chains
  30. Rae Harper-Burnet at WildWestPaperArts.com
  31. Deb Cozzone at Deb Cozzone's Stamping Zone
  32. Debra Simonis at Deb's Stampin' Grounds
  33. Susan Itell at Simple Stampin
  34. Jane Knudsen at see jane stamp
  35. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
  36. Martie Pollard at The Crafty Bandit
  37. Natalie Bradley at Natalie Bradley Events
  38. Becky Volpp at InkBlossomWithBecky
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Sunday, November 23, 2014

Stampin' Up Online Extravaganza--DON'T MISS OUT




Make the most of our Online Extravaganza by enjoying flash deals on select items and bundles at a 20%-50% discount! But quantities are limited, and this great opportunity only lasts from November 24 through December 2, so get yours before they're gone. 
Plus, there will be limited-time door busters on November 24 and December 1 on special products-some that have never before been paired together-that are only available for 24 hours and while supplies last! These specific deals are extremely limited, so act fast

To place your order go to my online store on Monday, November 24th.

My top picks include the following:

Big Shot Magnetic Platform for only $23.97.
Texture folders for $5 each
Punches--a great selection at 50% off including the Hearts Border, Sweetheart, 2" Circle, and Fun Flower
Ribbon Galore for 50% off
12 Blendabilities Assortments for only $100.
and many more great deals.

Check it out!


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Sherrie
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Wednesday, November 12, 2014

So Thankful - November Pals Blog Hop



Welcome to the November Pals Blog Hop, we are thankful you stopped by.  This month we are showcasing projects that show our thanks, including both thank you and Thanksgiving themed projects.

You may just be starting the blog hop or may have come from Kalyn Shubnell at The Stamping Chronicles 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 amazing projects.

I can't believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner.  The Black Friday ads are beginning to pour in. Sometimes I believe Thanksgiving gets lost in the Christmas shopping hype. Although I have to admit I love the rush of Black Friday shopping.

This year I will be spending Thanksgiving with my children.  It will be a small group as we are sticking closer to home this year. My son and daughter-in-law are expecting their second child, a little boy, in January.  So travel is being limited this holiday season.

Hopefully, you too will be spending time with family.

Today I am sharing a Turkey Treat for your Thanksgiving table, which I first spotted on Pinterest.  It was posted by Sherri Peters.  It was made using the French Fry Box Die.  They can be filled with nuts, candy or even a Blessing Mix.  It would be fun to personalize them using the rotary Alphabet stamp from the Annual Catalog.




The box was cut from Chocolate Chip card stock.  The Scallop Ovals were cut from Pear Pizzaz, So Saffron, Real Red, and Tangerine Tango but you could substitute any fall color.  I added the texture on the feathers using the Fancy Fan folder.  The eyes were punched with the 1 1/4" and 3/4" circle punches.  The beak was cut on the fold using the Triangle punch.  The waddle and feet were made with the Modern Label punch.  Gosh, I love my Stampn' Up punches!

I filled a 4" X 6" Cellophane bag with nuts and used the White and Tangerine Tango Two-Tone Twine to tie it up.  This twine comes in two color combos and is available in the Holiday catalog.  I sure hope to see more colors in the Occasions Catalog, which will be available in January.  Can't wait to see what Stampin' UP has in store for us in 2015.



If you are looking for a table favor this Thanksgiving, give these a try!

The next stop is Nancy Gleason at My Stampin Space on the Pals Blog Hop! Thanks for visiting and I hope to see you next month.

  1. Candy Ford at Stamp Candy
  2. Angie Valle-Peters at Paperluxuries
  3. Brian King at Stamp with Brian
  4. Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
  5. Susan Itell at Simple Stampin
  6. Rae Harper-Burnet at WildWestPaperArts.com
  7. Amy L. Lazzell at Just A Thought...Cards by Amy
  8. Natalie Bradley at Natalie Bradley Events
  9. September Gray at septembergray.com
  10. Jane Knudsen at see jane stamp
  11. Nicole Watt at Pixel Maven's Retreat
  12. Amy Whelan at Amy's Inklings
  13. Amy Hoptay at Inking of You!
  14. Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
  15. Martie Pollard at The Crafty Bandit
  16. Kerry Willard Bray at Peonies and Paper Chains
  17. Katy McGloin at Just Fun Stamping
  18. Mary Fish at Stampin' Pretty
  19. Susan Lankford at Stamp and Create With Susan
  20. Debbie Mageed at Secret Stamper
  21. Beth Beard at My little craft blog
  22. Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
  23. Patti MacLeith at Papercrafts By Patti
  24. Wendy Klein at Doggone Delightful Stampin'
  25. Jackie Diediker at Stampin' Jackie
  26. Dawn Tidd at Tiddbits from Dawn
  27. Debbie Crowley at expressivelydeb...
  28. Kim Jolley at Stampin' Artfully
  29. Sue Becker at RnR Stamping
  30. Becky Volpp at Inkblossomwithbecky
  31. Kalyn Shubnell at The Stamping Chronicles
  32. Sherrie Gross at Stampin' Sunshine
  33. Nancy Gleason at My Stampin Space
Thanks for visiting!
Please take time to leave a comment if you enjoyed by Thanksgiving Table Treat.

Sherrie



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Sunday, November 9, 2014

Snowman Treat

I am thrilled to be the Guest Stamper for Mary Fish at Stampin' Pretty today.  The exposure on Mary's blog is just one of the perks of being a member of the Pals downline.  I really appreciate you hopping over to check out my project today.  Please take time to leave a comment.

I am always looking for different ways to use my Stampin' supplies.  When I ran across this snowman by Becky Evans on Pinterest, I just had to make one of my own.  This little guy is the perfect fit for a gift card or a small treat.  Christmas is just around the corner and I have been on the lookout for creative ways to package gift cards.



Today's project is just another way to use the Envelope Liner Framelits.  These framelits come in three sizes.  This little guy was cut with the smallest die.

Tips and Tricks

  • By scoring the 8 1/2" X 11" sheet of Whisper White at 4 1/4", three snowmen will fit on one sheet of card stock.
  • Lay the inside of the die along the fold and you will only need to use sticky strip along the sides of the snowman.
  • When cutting through two layers of card stock, be sure to run it through your Big Shot forwards and then back.
  • Cut the hat from a 2' X 3' piece of Basic Black card stock using the smallest die again.  This will layer right over the white piece.
  • The eyes, nose, hat band, and flower were all cut from scraps of paper. When I have scraps from a project, I punch out different sizes of circles, triangles and flowers to be used later. A great place to store these are the empty wood Stampin' UP cases which are sold in sets of three. 
  • The key to a great project is the right adhesive.  I use Sticky Strip or Fast Fuse on most of my 3-D projects for extra strong holding power. Using Stampin' Dimenshionals to pop up the flower and the eyes on the snowman really make him come alive.  Glue dots are perfect for using with our Glimmer Paper.
  • Use our sponge daubers and a little ink to make rosy cheeks.  Remember a little bit of ink goes a long way, so sponge lightly.  You can always add more color if you need it.
  • The are so many ways to make a carrot nose.  Today, I used half of a Pumpkin Pie triangle. You can also use the the tip of Pennant Builder or the brand new Tree punch for a triangle shape.    




The Envelope Liner framelits come in three sizes.  Can't you see it now, a whole family of snowmen: the Papa, the Mama and the Baby. Check out the matching card made using the medium size die. When cutting out the card, remember to lay the folded card stock inside the left side of the die.



Can you see it now?  A Scarecrow, a Santa, and other characters made using this same idea.  Come back later this week for more inspiration.

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Thursday, October 23, 2014

Box Punch Board Pumpkin


Tis the season for pumpkins, all kinds of pumpkins.  Today I am sharing a sweet treat holder made using the new box punch board.  This sample uses an 8" X 8" piece of cardstock, Pumpkin Pie or Tangerine Tango.  Just follow the box board instructions for the square box.  Rather than using the punch board closure, I used the the new 1/4" hole punch. The Tangerine Tango Twine was threaded through the holes to close the box.   The stripes were added using a sponge dauber and the stripe mask.  So easy and quick.
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