Stamped Card With Sparkly Embossed Bag

Posted by Khris in Favors + Gifts

The lovely Blythe shares with us this pretty project that’s perfect for holiday gift giving or, you know, a wedding.

While the project focus is on the sparkly-embossed organza bag, I think the card is the real showstopper here. How gorgeous would this be adapted into an invitation? And the bag? An excellent way to present favors.

SUPPLIES:
[Note: The numbers in parentheses refer to the item's current catalog number in the current Stampin' Up! Idea Book.)

• Stamps: Medallion (115223) and Tiny Tags (118091) both by Stampin' Up!
• Card Stock: Very Vanilla (101650) by Stampin' Up!
• Ink: Old Olive Classic Ink (102277), Craft Stampin' Spots - Brights Collection (119718) by Stampin' Up!
•  Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder (101930)
• Heat Tool (100005), Powder Pals (102197)
• Old Olive Satin Ribbon (117292)
•  Jewelry Tag Punch (117190)
• 1/16" Circle Punch (101227)
• Linen Thread (104199)

INSTRUCTIONS

For The Bag:

1. Cut a piece of card stock or thin cardboard slightly smaller than organza bag and insert it into the bag.  Lay the bag on a flat surface and smooth out any wrinkles.
2. Ink the Medallion stamp well with Old Olive Craft Ink. Stamp on bag as desired.
3. Sprinkle the stamped area generously with Iridescent Ice embossing powder. Shake off excess powder into a container (you can re-use any unheated embossing powder).
4. Using even back and forth motions with the heat tool, melt the embossing powder. Be careful here; you'll want to heat only until the powder turns liquid. Overheating will pucker and melt the organza. (See below.)
5. Remove card stock from bag. Insert your favor or gift.

Heating The Embossing Powder On The Bag

For The Gift Note:

1. Cut Very Vanilla card stock to 3″ x 6″, score at 3″ and fold in half to create card.
2. Ink Medallion stamp with Old Olive Craft Ink and stamp image on card front.
3. Sprinkle with Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, shake off excess powder, and heat set using the Heat Tool.
4. Tie Old Olive Satin Ribbon around card.
5. Using Old Olive Classic Ink and the solid tag image from Tiny Tags, stamp off once onto scrap paper, and then stamp onto Very Vanilla card stock.
6. Ink “merry” image with Old Olive Classic Ink and stamp over solid tag image. Punch out the image using the Jewelry Tag Punch.
7. Punch a small hole in the Jewelry Tag using the Handheld Circle Punch (or use the Paper-Piercing Tool). Tie the Jewelry Tag to the Satin Ribbon using Linen Thread.

About Blythe:
Blythe Klipple is a demonstrator for Stampin’ Up!
Email: blythe@stampinwithblythe.com
Blog: http://www.stampinwithblythe.com
Stampin’ Up! website & Store:  http://blythestamps.stampinup.net

Hershey’s Nugget Favor

Posted by Khris in Favors + Gifts

It’s favor time!  They’re one of the toughest DIY problems couples encounter because they need to be (a) inexpensive, (b) easy to make, and (c) appeal to most guests. For those reasons, we’ve been recommending edible favors.

Blythe, who created this fabulous favor bag for us a while back, shares this quickie project that dresses up Hershey’s Nuggets for a sweet ‘n’ easy  favor.

Notes

1. This project does require a manual die-cut machine, such as the Big Shot, Cuttlebug, Big Kick, or Grand Calibur. Though not cheap tools, they are 100% awesome and a great investment for paper crafters.
2. Blythe is a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator (a direct sales/home party craft supply company) so her supply list includes Stampin’ Up! materials. The numbers in parentheses next to each item corresponds to the item’s number in the Stampin’ Up! catalog. Of course  you can source similar materials in other patterns, colors, and textures from other companies.

Supplies:

• Big Shot Die-Cut Machine (item #113439)
• Two Tags Die (115954)
• 1 sheet 8.5″ x 11″ Card Stock in Lucky Limeade (122926)
• 1 sheet 8.5″ x 11″ Card Stock in Whisper White (100730)
• 1 sheet of 8.5″ x 11″ Cheerful Treat Designer Series Paper (Hostess Item)
• 1 – 10″ long piece of 3/8″ Ruffled Ribbon in Pool Party (122975)
• Designer Series Brads – Lucky Limeade (122940)
• Dimensionals foam adhesive strips (104430)
• Double-sided tape
• It’s a Wrap Occasions (123590-wood mount; 123592-clear mount) stamp set
• Ink pad in Pool Party Classic
• Bone folder
• Ruler
• Hershey’s Nuggets

Directions:
1. The Two Tags Die (for the Big Shot) is comprised of 2 tags.  You’ll the one on the right side.

2. Cut two pieces of Lucky Limeade card stock  to 2-1/2″ x 5″. Following the die-cutter manufacturer’s recommended plate+die+cardstock configuration, cut two of the scallop-top tags.

3. Using a ruler and bone folder, score a line across the short side of each tag, 1″ from the bottom.  Crease on fold to get a nice, crisp line.

4. With the bottoms of the tags facing each other, layer them one on top of the other, to form “U” shape. The bottom edge of the top layer will align with the crease of the bottom layer so that you’re making one long piece with the decorative scallops at each open end. 

5. Attach the layers together with double-sided tape.

6. The next step is to decorate the Hershey’s Nuggets. Take off he outer wrapper (but leaving the foil). Cut 1″ x 3″ pieces of Designer Series Paper and wrap each Nugget, securing the paper in place with double-sided tape on the inner edge of the underside of the paper.

7.  Secure the Nuggets to the inside of the packaging. Apply two strips of adhesive to the bottom of the “U”, where the nuggets will rest.  Set one nugget on the adhesive.  Put a bit of adhesive on the bottom of the second nugget and set it on top of the first.  Pull up both sides of the “U”.  Poke or punch a small hole on the top of both sides. Set aside for a minute.

8. Tie a bow using a 10″ piece of Pool Party ribbon.  Carefully poke a hole through the center of the ribbon.  Push a brad, carefully again, through this hole and then through the hole in the top of the tag.  Secure at the back of the Nugget Holder.

9. Finally, using Pool Party ink and Whisper White card stock, stamp the “Thanks So Much” image from the It’s a Wrap Occasions stamp set. Cut it out, leaving an narrow white edge.  Attach to the front of your Nugget Holder using 3 Dimensionals (double sided foam pop up adhesive dots).

Blythe Klipple, Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator since 1996.  Fresh ideas almost daily on my blog:  http://www.stampinwithblythe.com

Need Favors? Check Out WeddingFavors.Org

Posted by Khris in Favors + Gifts, Product Love

One of the most agonized details for do-it-yourselfers is what to give as the wedding favor. Finding that one great little gift that’ll please all 175 of your guests and not break your budget is the Holy Grail of DIY planning, isn’t it?

To help you find the perfect token of thanks to your guests, I’m very pleased to introduce WeddingFavors.Org, an online merchant of favors, favor supplies, shower favors, and even small gifts for your wedding party.

My first time visiting WeddingFavors.Org, was a tiny bit overwhelming. The selection is huge! Their products span hundreds of items in countless themes, colors, and materials.

If you’re hit with a case of overwhelm or indecision about your favors, don’t worry. Their Favor Finder feature lets you enter the price range you want to spend, the color you’re looking for, the season of your event, and the type of event then outputs a huge list of recommendations that fit your criteria.  It’s so easy!

Even better? If you’re not happy with your purchase, WeddingFavors.Org, has a generous return policy that gives a full refund and will pay for return shipping back to their warehouse so you can buy with confidence.

Some of my favorites:

Meant To Bee Personalized Honey. A sweet treat for your lovely guests.

Snowflake Design Place Card Holders. Gorgeous For Winter Weddings or Holiday Fetes.

Kensington Personalized Travel Tumbler For Your Maids

Cherry Blossom Elegance Mini Pillar Candle. Perfect For Spring.

Prices range from under $.50 for for favor packaging to over $15.00 for things like bridesmaid gifts. With many favors, you get bulk discounts. Buy more, save more.

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Valentine’s Treat Bags

Posted by Khris in DIY Projects & Tutorials, Favors + Gifts

The wonderfully talented and creative Kathleen from Twig & Thistle has made available 2 downloadable projects on her site to create the adorableValentine’s treat bags below.  Click here for the Goodie Bag and here for the Brownie Bag.

New Blog Alert: Color Me Inspired

Posted by Khris in DIY Projects & Tutorials, Favors + Gifts

Trisha and Becka just launched a beautiful new blog by the name of  Color Me Inspired. To kick off their launch, they’re offering up 3 gorgeous fan templates (for free!). Please visit their new site, say hello, and wish them well!