As we begin Thanksgiving week here in the U.S., I thought I'd share a remake from a past project...a Thanksgiving table favor.  This is a little bag to hold mints or a little gift and you can customize it to go with your tablescape or any event.

Here's the video, along with a pretty napkin fold by my husband, Jackie.  Enjoy!

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut the designer paper to 5-1/2 x 8-1/2.
• Score on the long side at 2,4,6 and 8.
• Turn and score what will be the box bottom at 2".
• Assemble as shown in the video.

Enjoy your week as you prepare for Thanksgiving!  If you make some of these table favors, send a photo...I'd love to see!

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The Blessing Box has become a cherished tradition that I love to share with you each year, and the 2024 version is crafted using the Stampin' Up! Autumn Expressions and Courage & Faith stamp sets.

The inspiration for the Blessing Box came from the responses I’d often receive when people told me how much a card from me meant to them. My brother even shared that he had saved every card I’d ever given him, which truly touched my heart. It made me think of those who may rarely receive these little “paper hugs” in the mail. How could I spread that warmth to others, even if only a few?

And so, the Blessing Box was born. It’s a small, heartfelt box filled with little cards that carry a kind message, a scripture verse, or an uplifting thought—a simple act of kindness with no signature, no recognition, just a hope that it will brighten someone’s day and remind them they’re cared for.

This project was the subject in this week's LIVE video and you can view the recording below.  (Please excuse the echo!)

It is my hope that you will make your own Blessing Box and share these uplifting messages of gratitude and hope.  You can visit this link to get the measurements and details so you can get started!  BONUS:  See some ideas for your Blessing Box Cards HERE!

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Each year at Halloween, I create some little Halloween treat holders for our granddaughter Mia to take to school for backpack treats.  Backpack treats distributed into each student's backpack and sent home as a fun treat.

The Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet packs were just right for what I had in mind for these treat pockets. I did order two of these packs so there would be enough stickers for the 30 treat pockets. (We can always use extra paper, right? The reverse side of these designer papers can be used for other projects...not just for Halloween.)

Here's a video tutorial with the simple assembly.

These treat pockets are sized for treat sized candy bags, mini candy bars, or small favors.  

Lisa's Inklings:

• Cut designer paper 4" x 6".
• Score on 6" side at 1 1/2" and 4 1/4".
• Turn and score on what will be the bottom at 1/2".
• Card stock for sentiment is cut 1 1/4" x 1 1/4".

Did you see this mini Halloween treat bag posted yesterday?  You can use these same products to make those, too! Have fun creating with the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet pack that you can get now as an Online Exclusive in the Online Store. 

Today's project is a remake of a Halloween project in the past- an easy Halloween min treat bag!  

You can see the original project along with a video tutorial on this blog post from the archives. This updated version is created with the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet.

I love the color combo in this pack which is also part of the Halloween Memories Scrapbook Workshop Kit that you will see later this week.

Here are some of the details for you to assemble this treat pocket.

• Cut patterned paper 4 1/2" x 6 1/2".  
• Score on the 6 1/2" side at 2", 3", 5 ", and 6".
• Turn and score on the 4 1/2" side at 1" for what will be the bottom.
• The banner piece on this project is cut 1" x 7" and banner cut at both ends.  This piece is embellished with stickers cut from the Sticker Sheet.
• This treat pocket's closure is a cute minature paper clip with some gingham ribbon tied at the top.

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I’m super excited to share today’s project with you—it’s one of my  favorite gift ideas for teachers, friends, or anyone who deserves a little extra appreciation this Halloween season. We’re using some of the new products from the Stampin’ Up! scrapbooking line to a seasonal touch to a simple yet thoughtful gift: holiday hand towels or tea towels.

If you’re like me, you love finding festive towels for different seasons and holidays. Pairing these with your paper crafting supplies turns them into a beautifully wrapped gift that’s both fun and functional. Whether it's for a teacher, a friend, or even a neighbor, this is one gift they’ll not only love but also find useful!

In this week’s LIVE video stream, I shared how to make these gifts extra special using the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet, paired with the Halloween Memories Two-Tone Cardstock. These products are perfect for adding that Halloween touch to your wrapping and gift tags, making your presentation just as special as the gift itself.

Watch the recording of the video below to see the new products and instructions.

Want to recreate this project for yourself? You can grab all the supplies you need, including the Halloween Spells Designer Series Paper and Sticker Sheet and Halloween Memories Two-Tone Cardstock, in my online store. These products are perfect for all your seasonal crafting, whether you’re making gifts, packaging, or preserving memories!

With Halloween coming up next month, I’ve got a fun and simple project you’ll love! Using the adorable Playful Ghosts stamp set from Stampin’ Up!, you can create this charming treat box featuring the cutest little ghost that I thought should be named Frankie. Perfect for handing out to your grandkids, neighbors, or friends, this treat box is sure to be a hit!

To make it easy for you, here's a video tutorial with step-by-step instructions so you can follow along as I create this spooky little box. You don’t need a ton of supplies—just the Playful Ghosts stamp set and a few basic crafting essentials, and you’ll have this fun project completed in no time.

Watch the Video Tutorial Here!

If you need any additional instructions, leave a comment below this post!
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It's a great time to start crafting beautiful cards, tags, and gift packaging for the holidays. This month, we're shining the spotlight on the Greetings of the Season Bundle from Stampin' Up! This bundle is perfect for holiday crafting needs, featuring stamps and dies that will bring festive cheer to your projects.

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• This class includes 25 minute video tutorial that is easy to follow!
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• You will also receive 15 gift ideas for filling your precious pocket boxes!

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If you plan to create handmade treat packaging for Halloween 2024, it's not too early to start! 
Stampin' Up! has released some fantastic new Online Exclusives with Halloween themes, and we're thrilled to feature one of these in our project today: the Playful Ghosts Cling Stamp Set (English) [164366].

. This charming set includes adorable ghost images and coordinating elements that are perfect for crafting treat bags, gift tags, and more.

In today’s project, we’re using the Playful Ghosts set to create a spook-tacular and easy treat wrap for a Tootsie Roll Pop. Here are the steps to assemble your own:

1.  Start by stamping the ghost image from the Playful Ghosts set onto white cardstock. Color with alcohol markers. Use a tag die to cut it out.  On the project, the die is from the  Greetings Of The Season Dies [164112].
2. Stamp sentiment on colored card stock. Cut out withPaper Snips [103579]and glue to tag.
3.  Choose a patterned paper with the color scheme that you'd like to use. Cut it to 3" wide by 6" tall. Score at 1/2" from each long side.
4. Fold paper in half at 3".  Use adhesive to secure front to back within the 1/2" scores.
5. Insert Tootsie Roll Pop and secure closure near stick with Mini Glue Dots [103683].
6.  Tie a ribbon around the Pop stick and secure tag to ribbon with Linen Thread [104199].
7. Embellish as desired.

Ready to get started on your Halloween crafting? Visit our Online Store to purchase the Playful Ghosts Cling Stamp Set (English) [164366] and bring your spooky creations to life!