Hostess Thank You Bag

If you host a Stampin' Up! workshop you get treated like a King/Queen.  Not only do you get the hostess benefits to order your favorite products for FREE, but you get nice gifts like this from me as my way of thanking you for hosting the workshop!

This bag was full of Stampin' Up! products that I gave to my hostesses in March.  I just love spoiling my hostess and who wouldn't want more Stampin' Up! products to use!  You can host your own workshop with your family and friends in your home; we can do a catalog party where you just collect orders; or we can even do a Facebook party if you aren't local!  Contact me to learn more or check my available local party dates at http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net

Customize Your Stampin' Up! Experience!

As a Stampin' Up! demonstrator the one thing that I love to do is to introduce new people to our products.  One way I do that is by going in to hostesses homes who invite their friends and family over to have a home party.  They earn lots of free products and it's a blast seeing people experience crafting for the first time with our products.  I customize the party to what the hostess will want their guests to make and take home with them.  Last month I went in to someones home who wanted to do a wine bottle tag.  This was during Sale-a-bration so some of these products you cannot order anymore but I still wanted to show you the project.

The ladies enjoyed learning how to use these products and it's given them a way to pass out those wine bottles as gifts!  Check out my calendar of events at http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net to see my open party dates if you think you would like to take advantage of these benefits as a hostess!  We can also party on Facebook if you are far away or can never get everyone together.  Contact me at brittnycreates@gmail.com.

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Product List
Stamp

• People Like You [133215]

Ink

• 2013-2015 In Color Stampin' Write Markers [131260]
• Jet Black StazOn Pad [101406]

Card Stock

• Basic Black 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [121045]
• Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock [100730]

Punch

• 1-1/4" Scallop Circle Punch [127811]
• Decorative Label Punch [120907]

Accessory

• Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels [129324]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Sweet Sorbet Accessory Pack [133522]
• Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper [133521]

Big Shot

• Banners Framelits Dies [132173]

Snowman Card and Cookie Boxes

Holiday Helper Series
Project 11: Snow Day Box & Card



Baked goodies are a thoughtful and welcome gift for the holidays. Sometimes it’s a challenge to get the packaging just right. Our Extra-Large Gift Box is just the right size whether it’s for a party hostess, teachers, mail man, or college student. But don’t stop there - with some card stock, stamps, and punches, you’ll have an adorable box filled with treats and a coordinating card. Some handmade packaging for your homemade gift.

SUPPLIES USED:

Snow Day stamp set


Decorative Window Gift Box


The holidays are just around the corner and I have a special series available just for you. This is one of the 12 Holiday Helper Projects that will not only put you in the holiday mood, but help you enjoy a handcrafted holiday season. With each email mailing, you will be able to download a step-by-step tutorial that shows you exactly how to recreate this project. But you can only receive these projects by joining my special Holiday Helper mailing list, so be sure to sign up today!

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Stampin' Up! Gift Card Holders

Holiday Helper Series
Project 9: Gift Cards with Style



Looking for a more personal way to give gift cards? Here’s a fun idea — gift an experience! Coffee and mani, dinner and a movie, shopping and a snack — then wrap it all up in this extra special gift card holder. And don’t forget to add your message to spread your holiday cheer. Stampin' Up!'s new Envelope Punch Board makes a gift like this a snap!

SUPPLIES USED:

A Banner Christmas stamp set


Envelope Punch Board


The holidays are just around the corner and I have a special series available just for you. This is one of the 12 Holiday Helper Projects that will not only put you in the holiday mood, but help you enjoy a handcrafted holiday season. With each email mailing, you will be able to download a step-by-step tutorial that shows you exactly how to recreate this project. But you can only receive these projects by joining my special Holiday Helper mailing list, so be sure to sign up today!

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Make Your Own Gift Tags

Holiday Helper Series
Project 8: Stamp a Tag Gift Box



Why should you make your own tags? It’s fun, it’s easy, and it adds a handmade touch to your gifts. And Stampin’ Up! likes to make things fun and easy wherever they can, especially when it comes to the holidays. That’s why they came up with the Stamp a Tag Kit. And when you run out, you can always make more!

SUPPLIES USED:

Stamp A Tag Kit


Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Write Marker


The holidays are just around the corner and I have a special series available just for you. This is one of the 12 Holiday Helper Projects that will not only put you in the holiday mood, but help you enjoy a handcrafted holiday season. With each email mailing, you will be able to download a step-by-step tutorial that shows you exactly how to recreate this project. But you can only receive these projects by joining my special Holiday Helper mailing list, so be sure to sign up today!

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Learn How to Make a Ribbon Bracelet

Holiday Helper Series
Project 2: Winter Frost Keepsake Gift



Make your list and check it twice. And when you find someone for whom only a handmade gift will fit the bill, here’s the perfect project. Adorn them with this beautiful handmade bracelet. They will see and feel how much you care every time they wear it. And special gifts deserve special packaging. This gorgeous box is perfect for the giving and can serve as a custom jewelry box for your gift.

SUPPLIES USED:

Winter Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper


Coastal Cabana 3/8" Ruffle Stretch Trim


The holidays are just around the corner and I have a special series available just for you. This is one of the 12 Holiday Helper Projects that will not only put you in the holiday mood, but help you enjoy a handcrafted holiday season. With each email mailing, you will be able to download a step-by-step tutorial that shows you exactly how to recreate this project. But you can only receive these projects by joining my special Holiday Helper mailing list, so be sure to sign up today!

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Halloween Card Class with Stampin' Up!

HALLOWEEN CARD CLASS

WHEN: Saturday, October 19

WHERE: My home, Castle Shannon (PA)

TIME: 2pm - 4pm

COST: $5 - Reserve  your spot by paying through the PayPal button in the right column.

Mini Muslin Bags (#132180) are great for Halloween DÉCOR – Place several decorated bags on a fireplace mantle. Fill with your favorite scented oil combined with corn cob bedding. These make excellent parting gifts at a party as well.

Tip: When spritzing color on Mini Muslin Bags add scrap paper inside to keep color from bleeding through to the other side.

DBWS Store Page: http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=132180&dbwsdemoid=2094912

Email brittnycreatesbrittnycreates@gmail.com to RSVP.  Thanks!

Holiday Packaging Bundles

*I'm sorry my recent posts have been pretty much about promotions and not much inspiration.  I have been planning my sons 3rd birthday party and haven't had much time to do anything else.  I will be showing my creations after his party on Sunday!!  But here's a promotion going on right now that you won't want to miss for the holidays.

 

Around the holidays, people are always looking for cute ways to package little treats and gifts for co-workers, teachers, neighbors, and friends. At 20% savings, holiday packaging bundles are an affordable and adorable solution.  Simply add a treat or gift and assemble.

 

Even if you are NOT a papercrafter, the holiday packaging bundles don't require any stamping, cutting, or creating so they are the perfect reason to order these bundles.  Plus they will help you simplify your holiday gift packaging and save you money  (Pssst . . . you are going to buy holiday packaging anyway; why not buy these that are all ready for you to add your treat/gift?)

 

Details:

Available November 29-January 2

 

Trimmings & Tags Bundle
Item 132769
$13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes

• Gusseted Cellophane Bags (25 bags; 5" x 3" x 11-1/2")
• Snow Festival Designer Printed Tags (25 double-sided tags; 4-1/2" x 3-1/8")
• Cherry Cobbler 1/4" Sweater Trim (10 yards)

Petite Treats Bundle
Item 132770
$13.50 (a $16.85 value)
Includes

• Glassine Bags with die-cut edges (10 bags; 3" x 5" x 1-1/2")
• Handmade Holidays Stitched Felt (8 pieces)
• Gumball Green 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon (10 yards)

When you are ready to order these, head to http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net click on "Shop Now" under the products tab and find the items under New Arrivals!

 

 

Sell-a-Stamp Spooktacular

Monday,October 29 is the one-day Sell-A-Stamp Spooktacular!

 

Here are the details:

• Starting at 12:00 AM (MT) and ending at 11:50 PM (MT), almost every stamp we sell will be 15 percent off.

This means all stamps in the current catalogs including:

• Background stamps
• Personalized name stamps
• Incentive stamp sets from the supply list
• Cookie press stamps
• Single-image stamps

This DOES NOT include

• Hostess sets
• Bundled stamp sets
• Digital stamp brush sets

There is no minimum purchase, and no limit to the number of stamps you can order.

Stamp prices in the Online Store will be changed for October 29 only to reflect the 15 percent discount.

Look through our catalogs (click on the following links for PDF of catalogs Annual and Holiday) for those sets you need for Holiday projects, or those that have been on your wish list. Take advantage of this sale for those holiday gifts you need for teachers, neighbors, friends, etc.  Now is the time to order them!  You can do so by going to my online store http://brittnysmith.stampinup.net and your order will be shipped directly to you.  Get those orders ready this weekend so you don't forget.

 

 

30 Sucks!

Front

I had a friend turning 30 a few weeks back and saw this idea on Pinterest that I knew I wanted to do.  You fill a container with lollipops and create the tag.  I used Patio Party DSP as the band around the container.  I ran Midnight Muse through the Big Shot with the Floral Frames Framelits Dies. I punched out a circle using the 2-1/2" Circle Punch.  I used the Marvelous Markers to freehand "30 Sucks."  Finally I added Dazling Details to add a little bling to the 30!  It was a big hit when I gave it to my friend.

Back

Tissue paper I stamped on for an added touch to the bag

The card to go with the gift that you can find details here.

 

 

Happy Birthday Card and Gift

 

I am an assistant high school volleyball coach.  The other person I coach with had a birthday on Saturday so I wanted to make her a little something.  I had baked cookies using the Special Events sweet pressed cookie stamp sets over the weekend and all I had to do was make a cute tag to close the bag with!  I put the cookies in our medium flat cello bags.  I created the tag by stamping the 3rd largest image from Daydream Medallions.

 I then stamped "a gift for you" from Bring on the Cake

I used the coordinating die cuts from Floral Frames Framelits Dies to run the whisper white and DSP from Howlstooth and Scaringbone through the big shot.  I used snail adhesive to put the flowers together than tied the ribbon around the bag with white bakers twine.  This is a simple gift that doesn't take much time to make.

Of course I needed a card to go with the cookies though and here's what I came up with.

 

I saw this card on splitcoaststampers.com by Christine Kokiw and wanted to try it.  I just love how simple but neat this card looks.  This was a simple card to make that doesn't require a lot of supplies that could be adapted for other occasions.  I'm thinking of trying this out for thank you cards.

 

Supplies needed to make this card:

 

Card Stock: Tangerine Tango base 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"

                     Whisper White layer 4" x 5-1/4"

 

Stamp Set: Bring on the Cake (clear mount) 121958 $27.95 (wood mount) 121899 $38.95

 

Ink: Tangerine Tango

        Pacific Point

        So Saffron

        Old Olive

        Tempting Turquoise

 

Accessories: Old Olive 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon

          Tools: Big Shot

                     Houndstooth Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

                     Stamp-a-ma-jig (I don't usually use this tool but it worked perfect to line up "Happy Birthday")

                     Craft and Paper Scissors

   Adhesives: Snail

                     Mini Glue Dots to glue ribbon ends on back of whisper white

 

 



Small Thank You

I was trying to think of a small thank you gift that was easy to make and hold a Hershey Nugget.  I had a bag of those laying around and found this cute tutorial HERE.  Love this simple and adorable holder.

This is such an adorable holder that can be changed to fit any occasion.  And who doesn't love receiving chocolate as a small gift?!!





Fabric Flower

I have been DYING to try out a project with our Stampin' Up! fabric but just never found the time.  I bought the Comfort Cafe Designer Fabric awhile back because I love the color combinations in this fabric.

Anytime you order our fabric you get 3 extra-wide fat quarters (27" x 18") in 3 coordinated designs that can be cut with select Big Shot dies.

Designer Fabric details:
■ 100% cotton
■ Patterns coordinate with select Designer Series Paper designs

The Comfort Cafe fabric coordinates with the Comfort Cafe suite. The colors include Cajun Craze, Midnight Muse, Pool Party, Soft Suede, Summer Starfruit, Whisper White.  This allows you to match the fabric with the colors to any of your projects with ease.

I do not sew even though I have thoughts of wanting to so I found a project that I could use a hot glue gun to try the fabric out.  I have seen fabric flowers all over the web that I got inspiration from.  Here's what my flowers turned out to look like.

*Sorry for the poor picture quality.  Taken from my phone and think camera needed to be wiped clean.*

Cute way to gift instead of wrapping

 Supplies needed to make this project:

Fabric: Comfort Cafe

Accessories: Brights Designer Buttons
                     Early Espresso Bakers Twine

         Tools: Craft and Paper Scissors
                     Big Shot
                     Flower Folds Bigz XL Die
                     Hot Glue Gun (store bought)
                     Clips for the back bought at store

Steps to make this project:

1. Using craft and paper scissors, cut your fabric to the length of the flower folds bigz XL die.
2. Run the die through the Big Shot.
3. Assemble flowers with hot glue gun. I placed a small strip of glue on the back of each layer going the opposite way from the previous layer.
4. Thread bakers twine through button.
5. Glue button to flower.
6. Add backing if you want or add to project using adhesive.

How cute is that flower attached to the picture keeper box instead of using wrapping paper.  The best part is that someone can take it off and reuse it on something else!!!  Gotta love that!

There are so many cute things you can use our fabric for and I can't wait to try out more.

July Gift Project

Here is a gift project featured on the right side of my blog.

 

“C” notepad

We used our Typeset Alphabet Bigz Die to personalize this bright and charming notebook. And what could be cuter than a pen holder made using our sweet and feminine Primrose Petals 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon? The supplies are taken directly from my Stampin' Up! website.  You can click on each link to see more about that product. SUPPLIES REGULAR QUANTITY Chloe $4.50 Qty:1 Gumball Green 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock $6.95 Qty:1 Primrose Petals 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock $6.95 Qty:1 On Board Long Board $6.95 Qty:1 Primrose Petals Classic Stampin' Pad $5.95 Qty:1 Essentials Designer Fabric $29.95 Qty:1 Primrose Petals 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon $8.95 Qty:1 Basics Glimmer Brads $4.95 Qty:1 Big Shot Die-Cut Machine $99.95 Qty:1 Oval Accent Bigz Clear Die $21.95 Qty:1 Typeset Alphabet Bigz Die $89.95 Qty:1 Floral Fusion Stampin' Up! Sizzlits Die $5.50 Qty:1

*Click HERE to order any/all of these supplies to make this project.

January Projects

Looking for inspiration this month?

Take a look at the updated projects on the right sidebar.  A very cute card, scrapbook and gift project are featured.  Enjoy!