For your New Year's Eve gatherings, how about a recipe for something yummy and most importantly--- easy.

This is my famous...in our family, at least... Cream Cheese Ball Recipe.

I can't even begin to tell you how many I've made in the past 30 years...that's right, 30!

So, let me share.

Click the link below the picture and you can print the recipe and serve it at your next party.

Lisa's Cream Cheese Ball Recipe

Enjoy and have a safe and Happy New Year!

How about a simple pocket page to get your 2018 Christmas Memory Keeping started?  Whether you use the pocket page system, traditional scrapbooking, or a little of both, this idea will show you how quick and easy it can be to get your pages ready for your photos.  The 4" x 6" pockets will hold photos but I inserted the cut designer paper for photographing the page.

Let's take a look at today's video...

Here are the supplies used for this photo pocket page.  The designer paper and stamp set are part of the Year End Closeout and only available while supplies last or until January 2, 2019.

Product List

Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Bundle [149952]	Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Stamp Set [147702]	All Is Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147892]
Variety Pack 12" X 12" Photo Pocket Pages [144204]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]
Clear Faceted Gems [144142]	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
Real Red Dark Stampin' Blends [147934]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

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Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

If you have not yet tried this simple form of memory keeping now is a good time as we journey through this joyous holiday season!  Get your supplies ready to preserve your Christmas memories of 2018!

My niece wanted to make her Mom's Christmas gift so my husband suggested a set of handmade cards. She did an excellent job using my supplies and coming up with ideas.

A set of handmade cards always makes a nice gift!

My sister loved the cards!  One was a set of 5 and another set of 6 that tucked neatly into 2 of our Acetate Boxes.

A set of handmade cards makes a beautiful and heartfelt gift.  I was so proud of my niece's work and I wanted to share it with you!

There are some beautiful new papers that will be available in the new Occasions Catalog in January and I am happy to announce that we are once again offering a paper share.  (The "we" includes my sweet hubs because he helps me cut all that paper!)

Merry Christmas!

One of our most beautiful Christmas carols, Silent Night, was written by Franz Gruber on this day, December 24, in the year 1818.

The following video features this beloved carol and was one I made several years ago featuring some of my favorite holiday projects at the time.  These designs still inspire me today!

Enjoy!

From my family to yours...wishing you a Merry Christmas and blessings this holiday season!

Lisa Brown, Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

inkandinspirations.com

If you need another quick gift idea, here's a throwback idea from a couple of years ago.

Although some of these supplies are retired, you can use what you have on hand.  Here's the how-to video tutorial..

How about using this idea as a gift for a neighbor or friend?  You can use your own ideas for embellishments or just add the designer paper and ribbon!

Need other ideas?  Be sure to check out these easy treats 0r this idea for a hostess gift.

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Use those paper crafting ideas for some quick gifts ideas for Christmas!

Today I'd like to share a couple of Christmas gift ideas that are perfect for those that enjoy crafting on your list!

I'll keep this quick because I know you’re busy and short on time!

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And, if you're not really sure what to give, let the recipient choose! 

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Happy Tuesday and welcome to another easy Christmas craft idea with this gingerbread treats!

You know that here in the U.S. you can find these little individually pre-wrapped treats in most any grocery or big box store.  I just added a crafty touch with my Stampin' Up! supplies and arranged on a gingerbread man Christmas plate as a door prize for a recent church event.

Here's the simple how-to:

1. Cut some festive designer paper the width of your treat (3" for these) x 2" tall.
2. Fold in half and adhere to front and back of treat packaging.
3. Stamp the gingerbread man in Early Espresso Ink on Crumb Cake card stock. 
4. Punch with the Cookie Cutter Builder Punch.
5. Stamp the bow tie on Real Red cardstock in Real Red Ink.
6. Punch with the same Cookie Cutter Builder Punch.
7. Glue bow tie to gingerbread man.
8. Done and ready to go!

Product List

Cookie Cutter Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set [142043]	Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]	All Is Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147892]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332]
Stampin' Trimmer [126889]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Check out this easy hostess Christmas gift idea that was shared here yesterday!  See you again soon!

Let's start the week off with an easy hostess gift that you can make for Christmas 2018!

I think tea towels and/or pretty dish towels make great gifts.  I mean, I don't buy these for myself, do you?

This oversized tag takes the place of gift wrap or a gift bag plus has a fun and different look.  You can even use designer series paper instead of the stamped cardstock and it will take less time to make.

Let's take a look at the how-to video tutorial...

Here's another example of this same project idea that was made for Thanksgiving last year.  Don't you love how we can make any gift look extra-special with our paper crafting supplies?

Lisa's Inklings:

• Basic Black cardstock is cut 3 3/4" x 5 3/4".
• Real Red cardstock is cut 3 1/2" x 5 1/2".
• You will need approximately 4" x 4" pieces of Crumb Cake cardstock and glimmer paper for the punched pieces.

Here are the supplies used for today's project:

Product List

Peaceful Noel Photopolymer Bundle [149958]	Buffalo Check Wood-Mount Stamp Set [147797]	Buffalo Check Clear-Mount Stamp Set [147794]
Basic Gray 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121044]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]
Joyous Noel 6" X 6" Glimmer Paper [147817]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	1/2" Circle Punch [119869]
2" Circle Punch [133782]	2-1/4" (5.7 Cm) Circle Punch [143720]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]
Real Red 3/8" (1 Cm) Mixed Satin Ribbon [147894]	Stampin' Trimmer [126889]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Here's a quick post today with Christmas Treat or Gift Card Holder.  As you see this, we are out the door to Silver Dollar City in Branson MO!  

If you LIKE my Facebook page, you may see some photos from our trip there later!

For now, let's take a look at the video tutorial so you can get started on this cute little project.

You can also find this video tutorial HERE on my YouTube channel along with hundreds of other paper crafting video tutorials.

Here are the supplies for today's project...

Product List

Labels To Love Wood-Mount Stamp Set [144970]	Labels To Love Clear-Mount Stamp Set [144967]	Cookie Cutter Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set [142043]
Everyday Label Punch [144668]	Cookie Cutter Builder Punch [140396]	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	All Is Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147892]	Joyous Noel 6" X 6" Glimmer Paper [147817]
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Shaded Spruce Light Stampin' Blends [147936]	Real Red Dark Stampin' Blends [147934]	Daffodil Delight Light Stampin' Blends Marker [144586]
Ivory Stampin' Blends Marker [144606]	Whisper White 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon [146912]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Thanks for tuning in for today's Christmas project and I'll see you again soon!

Today's cardmaking project features a 2018 Christmas card featuring retiring products from the Stampin' Up! Holiday Catalog.

The Candy Cane Season photopolymer bundle includes a cut stamp set and a coordinating punch!

Here's the step by step how-to for today's card designed by Kristen, one of my team members.

Directions:

• Cut Real Red 3 ½ by 5
• Take the snowflake stamp and stamp it in Versa Mark all around the Real Red paper.
• Sprinkle white embossing powder, tap off and heat with Heat Tool.
• Stamp strips from candy cane on REAL RED (scrap piece 3 by 3) in Versa Mark and sprinkle silver embossing powder tap off and heat with Heat Tool.
• Punch out with Candy Cane Punch
• Stamp bow with Garden green (outline) and then stamp off once for the inside bow. Punch out with Candy Cane punch.
• Cut square using stitch thinlits using the BIG Shot. (If you don’t have a BIG SHOT you can always just cut out Whisper White square 2x2)
• Stamp holly with Garden Green and berries with real red.
• Glue candy cane on whisper white square with the bow on the Candy Cane front.
• Stamp BE JOLLY in real red with 1 by ¼ strip Whisper White paper.
• Assemble card with an adhesive of choice and add rhinestones.

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used for today's project:

Product List

Candy Cane Season Photopolymer Bundle [149927]	Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad [147089]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
Versamark Pad [102283]	Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes [131527]	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Silver Stampin' Emboss Powder [109131]	White Stampin' Emboss Powder [109132]
Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220]	Heat Tool [129053]	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]
Big Shot [143263]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Don't miss out on the Stampin' Up! retiring products such as the one used to make today's 2018 Christmas card...SHOP NOW!

It's that time of year when you need some cute packaging ideas for little gifts and this mini gift box is an easy one for this Christmas.  

I needed a little box for some travel size lotions and so this little box was just right!  In fact, the two you'll see in the video have already been given to the recipients.  These were hostess gifts for a recent Christmas party.

Let's look at the easy how-to in the video tutorial below.

You can also view this video tutorial on my YouTube channel with over 700 other paper crafting and cardmaking video tutorials.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut designer series paper to 6" x 6 1/2".
• Score on the 6 1/2" side at 1 1/2", 3", 4 1/2", and 6".
• Turn and score on the 6" side at 1" and 5 1/2".  ( The 1" score is for the box bottom.)

Here are the Stampin' Up! Supplies used on today's mini gift box project:

Product List

Peaceful Noel Photopolymer Stamp Set [147694]	All Is Bright 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147892]	Joyous Noel 6" X 6" Glimmer Paper [147817]
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088]	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [147084]
1-1/8" (2.9 Cm) Scallop Circle Punch [146138]	1-3/8" (3.5 Cm) Scallop Circle Punch [146139]	Pretty Label Punch [143715]
Stampin' Trimmer [126889]	Simply Scored [122334]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]
Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Current Specials and Promotions:

Save on a selection of Stampin' Up! retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.  See the items that are still available HERE.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Now it's time for you to use those beautiful crafting supplies in your stash and create some beautiful packaging!  I hope you can use this mini gift box tutorial for a little gift!

Live with Lisa on Facebook will take place THIS MORNING at 11:00 AM Central Time (12:00 AM Eastern, 10:00 AM MT,9:00 AM PT). I will be going LIVE on my Ink and Inspirations Facebook business page with a Christmas Gift Idea!

You may CLICK HERE to go there at 11:00 AM Central.  When you check in at that time and do not see the LIVE video in progress, please refresh your page.

If you are unable to join us for the LIVE broadcast, not to worry! You may watch the recording which will be posted there immediately following.

We will be making a gift set of note cards that's perfect for Christmas giving!

Hope to see you on Facebook Friday Live this morning over on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown.

It's time to shop the Stampin' Up! Year End Closeout Sale Now!  While Supplies Last!

Shop the Year End Closeout Sale with DISCOUNTS on select Stampin' Up! paper crafting products: stamps, framelits, punches, and accessories with some up to 50% off!

See all of the Discounted Products HERE.

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See all of the Stampin' Up! Holiday Retiring Products HERE!

These retiring products are only available while supplies last or January 2, 2019...whichever comes first!

Shop the Stampin' Up! Year End Closeout today!

Getting this designer-look on cocktail napkins is fun and easy and will be a hit at your parties or gatherings this holiday season.

I've shared this idea before but had never tried it with our new Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folders.  As you'll see in the video, you can get different looks depending on what embossing folder you choose.

Take a look at the video and see how easy it is!

You can also see the video here on my YouTube channel.  Did you know that there are over 750 paper crafting and tip videos on my channel?  Be sure to subscribe!

Here is a list of some of the embossing folders that I tried:

Product List

Simple Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [145648]	Quilt Top Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [144687]	Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [147906]
Corrugated Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [148026]	Big Shot [143263]

Lisa's Inklings:

• As seen in the video, you can try embossing two napkins at a time.
• Any of our Stampin' Up! embossing folders would work beautifully.
• Gift idea:  Emboss a complete package of napkins, tuck into one of our cellophane bags and add a cute  hand stamped topper.

Current Specials and Promotions

Beginning today, you will be able to save on a selection of retiring and surplus items—while supplies last. Be sure to place your order sooner rather than later, because supplies are limited and the Year-End Closeout ends on January 2.

FREE Gift with Order!

December Host Code: 4JRUS6JD
Use this Host Code when placing an order of $50 or more in my Online Store to receive a gift from me.  If your order totals $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use this code as you will earn Stampin' Rewards for free product to add to your order from Stampin' Up!  I will still send your gift!

Can't wait to get some napkins and give this a try?  Have fun making your own designer napkins with Stampin' Up! embossing folders and the Big Shot!