I promised a second post with a fun Stampin' Up! project today so I'm here to deliver!

The prayer box seen HERE was a project my daughters wanted to create for some friends so I had to come up with an idea for a notepad.  This little notepad set was created the same way.  All it takes is some copy/printer paper, a paper cutter, and a Stampin' Up! product that your probably have in your stash!  The Storytime Designer Series Paper takes the spotlight here!

 

 

I am working on a video tutorial that I hope to have posted for you tomorrow so be sure to check back! 

 

The Stampin' Up! Storytime Designer Series Paper is perfect for back to school or children's projects!  The images are precious and reminiscent of storybook readers of days gone by..."raise your hand" if your remember Sally, Dick, and Jane!

 

 

 

I started with this notepad that was a freebie at a builder's trade show.  This little jewel has been in my stash for a gosh long time!  When, I received my Storytime DSP, I knew, for sure, that I would be altering this little notepad!

 

With some cutting and sponging of images from the Storytime Designer Paper, this little notepad came together quickly and would be a sweet Back to School teacher gift. Create yours using the links in the supply list below or by visiting the Online Store.

 

Supplies

Ink:
Early Espresso
Paper:
Storytime Designer Series Paper
Accessories and Tools:
2 1/2" Circle Punch
Apothecary Accents Framelits
Stampin' Sponges

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Sharing a quick Stampin' Up! Video Tutorial tip today on using a punch to create the banner ends so popular right now and as seen on the card above and THIS CARD HERE.  Watch the video and let me know if you have questions!

Stampin' Up! Video Tutorial- Banner Edge Punch Tip

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Here's a quick and easy Valentine treat idea using the Stampin' Up! Blossom Punch!
Get yourself a bag of Tootsie Roll pops and this punch, watch the video, and then roll 'em out in no time!  The kids can help, too! 
Take a look and order your Blossom Punch HERE in the Online Store.

Stampin' Up! Quick and Easy Valentine Treat Tutorial; Order Supplies Here

My Digital Studio gave me a lot of help on this little honey bear project.  I saw a project like this on the cover of Paper Crafts magazine and I knew I had to recreate it!

Wouldn't this be a precious Valentine gift for your "honey", your little ones, your children's teachers...?

The base of the tag is created in My Digital Studio with a few added extras. :)

1. The little bee is my pinkie fingerprint in More Mustard Classic ink. 
2. Basic Black Marker adds the eyes, stripes, and stinger.
3. A mini heart from the Heart to Heart Punch in Whisper White poses as the wings.
4. A Small Heart punched in Calypso Coral and dotted with a Basic Rhinestone adds a sweet little touch.
5. Holes are punched in each side of the tag threaded with tiny Everyday Enchantment Organdy Ribbon...coming soon with Sale-A-Bration...woo hoo!

I'd love to share this digital tag with you for FREE!
The PDF file that you can print from your home computer will be going to every member of my mailing list early next week!

I'll also share helpful hints on how to print and how to put it together!

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Hi All!  Today I have a super easy Valentine gift project perfect for your child's teacher(s), friends, or to give just for fun!   And, to make it even more special, your child can help you with most of the project.  Here's a little step by step....I promise, once you get your supplies assembled, this will take 10 minutes...max!

First, take a heart image, this one from Take It To Heart (wood, clear), and stamp it twice.  (Real Red Classic on Blushing Bride card stock) Cut these hearts out or if you have the Hearts Collection Framelits, cut with your Big Shot.

Using a hot glue gun...this is the adult part...glue one heart to a jumbo paper clip as shown and carefully place the other stamped over top.

Punch a little embellishment, Small Heart Punch, to add to your stamped image.

Add a little bling with a Basic Rhinestone.

Cut about 8 inches of ribbon (Real Red Satin), loop through the paper clip as shown and tie in a knot.   Voila! You have a cute bookmark ready to give!

Have fun and let me know if you need anything to recreate this quick and easy Valentine project!!  Have a great day!

I am rushing out the door to Group Groove Fitness this morning, but I wanted to share this easy Stampin' Up! Halloween treat and video.

These are something you could mass produce fairly easily, assembly line style, and your kids could join in on the fun!

Let me know if you have questions...Enjoy!

Supplies used are:

Frightful Sight DSP-122351

Batty for You-116576

Out on a Limb (clear) 123824, (wood)-123822

Lots of fun Halloween goodies in this photo.  I know it's hard to tell, but all these Stampin' Up! creations make a pretty cool display that I set up for workshops and in my home for my customers.  I love sharing these in a collection.  Just look how versatile your supplies can be for decorating, creating gifts and cards, and treats.

The eerie looking black branches were from our yard, my "better half" taped two together and with a little black spray paint... I have a fun, do-it-yourself Halloween tree perfect for hanging my pretties!

Then, after Halloween is over, I box it all up to save for the next year and use the ideas to create new projects! In a few weeks, I'll share my fall/Thanksgiving "spread".

I'd love to know if you create pretties to decorate your home for the holidays. Leave a comment here and let us know!  Look forward to hearing from you!

Here's a fun, Stampin' Up! paper craft for kids that's great for Halloween treats! In the video, I share the step by step how-to with some tips.
Enjoy!

Supplies:

Whisper White- 100730
Very Vanilla- 101650
Basic Black- 121045
Jewelry Tag Punch- 117190
Tiny Tags wood-118091, clear-118592

Stampin' Up! Tutorial- Halloween Treat Wrappers

How about a little Halloween treat box created with the new Out On A Limb (wood, clear) set and the Bigz Pillow Box Die from Stampin' Up!  This little box is the perfect size to hold a few treats for and can be embellished however you wish...this is just one idea!

I love those busy little spiders in this set and how they coordinate with the Frightful Sight DSP which I used here as accents on this creation.

 
Stampin' Up! treat boxes are fun for family and special friends when trick-or-treating on Halloween or even a party favors. Give it a try and let me know if you have questions. ---Lisa

New, narrow, perfect for all kinds of treats cello bags, that is! Stampin' Up! comes through again with a great product for the holidays.

These little pumpkins are from the new, Out On a Limb set (wood-123822, clear-123824) in the 2011 Holiday Mini!  So many fun images!
I created a topper for the bag full of Reese's Pieces (mmm..I ate a few...yeah, well...) and, a mini gift card to match. 
You really need these new Cellophane Bags (124134) and this set for a fun Halloween! Great activity for kids, too!  You get 50 for $2.50.  Put these on your list now! Coming soon and available September 1st...just around the corner!

What would you put in these new cello bags?  Leave a comment here and let us know. I'll do random drawing Sunday night of those who participate and announce the winner on Monday.  I'll send the winner a sample or two...minus the candy, since the package is empty now. :)

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Here's the tutorial of the Stampin' Up! version of these cute decorative straws. Fun and easy to make; it would be a fun project for young 'uns! 

Let me know if you have questions...enjoy!'

Stampin' Up! Tutorial- Sippin' Pretty Straws

Isn't this a pretty way to sip a drink on a hot summer day?  Super simple, easy Stampin' Up! Project Idea for your next get together for the girls or just to treat yourself! This would also be a fun project for kids or a fun favor at parties.

I saw this little idea in a magazine so I reproduced it the Stampin' Up! way!  Here I used some Pretty in Pink, Melon Mambo, and Pear Pizazz along with the Island Floral Die and the Big Shot and my Paper Crimper.  You could also use floral punches or other floral dies as well.
Tune in tomorrow for a video how-to...see you then!