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The Blessing Box has become a tradition for me to share with you and here's the 2022 version created with the Stampin' Up! Gathered Wheat.

The idea behind the Blessing Box came to me when many would often tell me how much it meant to receive a card from me.  And, when my brother told me he'd kept every card I'd ever made for him.  It made me think about those who never receive a little "paper hug" in the mail.  How could that be changed even if only for just a few?

And, so, the Blessing Box was created.  A little box that holds 3 x 3 or smaller cards with a kind phrase, a verse from God's Word, or an uplifting message...just a random act of kindness.  There is no signature, no credit; just sharing in hopes that it will be a blessing in someone's day.

Below is the video featuring this year's Blessing Box. Here's hoping you are inspired to create one of your own.

Lisa's Inklings:
For Box:

• Cut Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676] card stock to 5 x 8 1/4. Score on the long side at 1 5/8, 2 1/2, 5 3/4, and 6 5/8. Turn and score on the short side at 7/8 and 4 1/8.
• Cut Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper [159633] to 1 3/8 x 3.
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [163103]: 3 x 3 to die cut
• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]: 1 x 6 for the border.

For Cards:

• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]: (2) 2 3/4 x 5 1/2  and scrap for die cuts.
• Mossy Meadow Cardstock [133676]: (2) 2 3/4 x 5 1/2  and scrap for die cuts.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: (4) 2 1/2 x 2 1/2

In case you missed it in the video, here's a tip: Color white or light-colored ribbon with Stampin' Blends Alcohol Markers to get the coordinating color for your projects.

Here is the list of supplies used for this Blessing Box.

• Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843]
• Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119684]
• Rustic Harvest 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [159633]
• Brushed Metallic 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Cardstock [163103]
• Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111]
• Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad [147085]
• Cajun Craze Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154879]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Whisper White 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon [151326]
• Linen Thread [104199]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Simply Scored [122334]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]

Thank you for your support! Each time you place an order through my online store,  it supports my business and allows me to continue sharing!  I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

Now that you have the know-how, make your own blessing box like this one made with Stampin' Up! Gathered Wheat and make a difference!

This evening, we will be creating my 2022 Blessing Box featuring the Gathered Wheat Bundle.  We have made a version of this blessing box for several years and I hope you will create one this year! Watch the video premiere tonight to hear the story behind this project. 

Mr. Brown and I will be in Branson this evening so one of my team members, Kristen Martin, will be with you in the chat.  Please tell her hello and be sure to leave a comment. ;)

Today's project is a bay window fun fold created with the Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843] that was featured during this week's LIVE video over on my Facebook business page and also on YouTube. 

This bay window fold is really easy to do. The biggest challenge can be the cutting and the scoring details but don't let that scare you. Just measure twice before you cut or you score. This card will be well worth the extra time and effort that you put into it.

The Gathered Wheat Bundle from the Stampin' Up! Mini Catalog has some beautiful gratitude sentiments. The fonts are also very pretty.  I think you would really enjoy using this during this season of thanksgiving.

Take a look at the video below. I've taken the liberty of starting it at the point where the demonstration of this card begins. Enjoy and then read on for a few details.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card base is cut 4 1/4 x 11 and scored at 3/8, 1 7/8, 3 5/8, 5 1/8,  and 5 1/2.
• Designer paper is cut 4 1/8 x 6 and scored at 1 3/8, 1 5/8, 1 3/8, 1/4, and 1 3/8.
• Use scraps of other papers to stamp and/or die-cut. For specifics, refer to the video.

The simple wheat design is enhanced with two colors of ink...Crumb Cake and Crushed Curry.

• Gathered Wheat Bundle (English) [159843]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Festive Foils 12" X 12"  Specialty Designer Series Paper [159536]
• Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [147116]
• Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad [147087]
• Stylish Shapes Dies [159183]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Gold Adhesive Backed Swirls [161822]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995]

It's your turn to try this fun fold with the Gathered Wheat Bundle so create your own and post it over in the comments under this card on Ink and Inspirations with Lisa Brown on Facebook.

You know how we love sharing gift ideas here on Ink and Inspirations and here's another one dressed up with the Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407] that was released this week from Stampin' Up!

This time, we are creating a tag that you can use as a card front or embellish a simple gift. This little package was purchased for this project specifically in mind for the Thanksgiving season here in the United States. When you add a fancy tag, much like this one,  just a simple package of dinner napkins that can be used during the holidays becomes something special. It really makes for a pretty presentation.

Doing this also eliminates the need for gift wrap and is just very welcomed by those who receive it as it's such a functional gift.  This project was featured on my YouTube premiere this week, so I wanted to share it here in case you missed it. Let's take a look at the video tutorial.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Soft Succulent Cardstock [155776] is cut 3 3/4 x 4 1/2 for the heart oval.
• So Saffron Cardstock [105118] is cut 3 1/2 x 4 for the etched oval frame.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276] is cut 3 1/2 x 4 for another etched oval and the inside oval was used instead of the frame.  Save it for another project.
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524] was cut 2 x 6 to die-cut the leaflets.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: 1 x 4 to die cut small leaves.

As mentioned in the video, these two gift packs are going to our granddaughter's teachers.  As a former public school teacher, I would have loved a little gift such as this one. These new products from the Fitting Florets Collection are beautiful. Here is another idea HERE.

Here are the Stampin' Up! supplies used for this project.  When you order from me, it allows me to continue to share here on the blog and social media.  Thank you in advance!

• Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155776]
• So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [105118]
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock [153524]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad [155778]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Festive Pearls [159963]
• Soft Succulent 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon [155780]

Let me know if you make a gift tag such as this one and how you plan to use it in the comments below.  Thanks for stopping by today for this gift tag idea with Stampin' Up! Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407].

This evening, we will be creating another pretty project featuring the new Framed Florets Bundle.  This project can be used as a gift tag or a card front. 

Stampin' Up! has just released a new collection which is actually a sneak peek from the January to June 2023 Mini Catalog and it is called the Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129].

This collection contains a bundle that will be featured in the new catalog and, in addition, to go along with the holiday season, Stampin' Up! is offering some limited-time products that you can use for your holiday crafting!  Included are some really pretty gold embellishments,  a beautiful collection of Designer Series papers, and a stamp set with Christmas sentiments that are great for Christmas cards, Christmas tags, and all of your holiday decor.

Pictured above is a card that was created on a recent live video on Facebook and YouTube. It's a birthday card that utilizes the Framed Florets bundle and the Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper [161814]. The set of dies included in this bundle is just beautiful. They contain three oval shapes that you can mix and match for your projects.

Let's take a look at the recording of the video below.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Card Base is 5 1/2 x 8 1/2, folded in half at 4 1/4 then the front folded back in half at 2 1/8.
• Add on card front is 4 1/4 x 5 1/2.
• Basic White: (2) 4 x 5 1/4. One for inside, the other for stamping and die cutting.

Lots of lovely flowers on this birthday card.  It's so awesome that some of the dies cut images from that beautiful designer paper!

Here are the supplies used on this project:

• Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129]
• Framed Florets Bundle (English) [162407]
• Framed & Festive Cling Stamp Set (English) [160888]
• Fitting Florets 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [161814]
• Gold Adhesive Backed Swirls [161822]
• Balmy Blue 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146982]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Polished Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [155712]
• Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155520]
• Soft Succulent Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155521]
• Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Sponge Daubers [133773]
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653]
• Paper Trimmer [152392]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]

Before I close, a few reminders...

• November Host Code GM3YYHH4. Please use this host code when shopping with me.  If your order is $150 or more before shipping and tax, please do not use the code.  YOU will earn Stampin' Rewards for Free Product on your order!
• The 2022 Online Christmas Card Class Series #4 ordering period is NOW!  You will receive a FREE online class and make and takes with a qualifying order.  Read all about it HERE!
• YouTube Premiere with another beautiful Framed Florets project is Thursday evening, 7 PM ET, 6 PM CT, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT

Thanks for tuning in for this introduction and birthday card using the new Fitting Florets Collection (English) [163129] from Stampin' Up!

Here's a quick recap of my 2022 Stampin' Up! Halloween Project Series. Follow the link below each photo to get the details and see the video!

Mini Treat or Gift Bag

Quick and Easy Halloween Pouch

Halloween Gift or Treat Bag

Halloween Gift Idea

Little Treat Bag

Halloween Treat or Gift Bag

These little friendly guys are peeking in everywhere and this week will be the feature here on Ink and Inspirations!

 Kindest Gnomes Bundle

Set your clock to join us LIVE on Facebook or YouTube at 12 pm ET, 11 am CT, 10 am MT, and 9 am PT!

The sixth in my Halloween 2022 Project Series is this cute little bag from my Facebook/YouTube Live this week.   These little packs of tissues have been in my studio for a "few" years and are finally seeing cute packaging to gift to someone.

This project combines the pumpkin from Hello Harvest Bundle (English) [159644] and the frog and sentiment from the Best Witches Cling Stamp Set (English) [159860]

Since this project was demonstrated in my LIVE this past Tuesday, I've uploaded the video below to start at just the right place to see the how-to for this project.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Black & White Designs Designer Series Paper [159861]: 7 1/2" x 6". Score on the 7 1/2" side at 1, 3 1/2, 4 1/2, and 7. Turn and score on the 6" side at 1" for the bottom and 5 1/2" for the top.
• Pumpkin Pie Cardstock [105117]: 3 x 4 to stamp and die cut pumpkin.
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]: 3 x 3  to stamp and fussy cut frog and sentiment.

Here are the supplies used for this Halloween treat bag. Just click on the links to shop!  Thank you for your support! When you shop from my Online Store, it enables me to keep sharing with you here on Ink and Inspirations!
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Product List

Hello Harvest Bundle (English)

[159644]

$49.50

Best Witches Cling Stamp Set (English)

[159860]

$21.00

Black & White Designs 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[159861]

$12.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$10.25

Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[105117]

$9.25

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[150673]

$63.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$4.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154885]

$9.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

$12.00

Stampin' Seal+ Refill

[152812]

$8.00

Matte Black Dots

[154284]

$7.00

Rhinestone Basic Jewels

[144220]

$6.00

Parakeet Party 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Metallic Woven Ribbon

[159196]

$9.00

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Thank you for visiting to see this sixth in the series of 2022 Stampin' Up! Projects... see you on my Social Media channels- Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube!

Yes, it's another tea towel gift with a Fall Themed Gift Tag using Stampin' Up! Hello Harvest!

If you have been following me for a while, you know that I love to give these as gifts!  When you watch the video, you'll hear all about it and my reasons why!

Upon seeing this particular towel at HL, I knew that it would be a perfect match for this Hello Harvest stamp set and coordinating dies.  Of course, at least two of a kind always go in my shopping cart and who can resist that little truck?  (Here's another truck-themed gift towel from a few years back.)

Now let's take a look at the video from this week's premiere on YouTube.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Crumb Cake Cardstock [120953] to cut tag should be about 4 x 5.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: 3 x 4 to stamp and die-cut flowers
• Pumpkin Pie Cardstock [105117]: 3 x 4 to stamp and die-cut pumpkin.
• Be generous with your Natural Finish Ribbon [159051]. You might want to leave it on the spool to wrap around your towel and then cut.
• Linen Thread [104199] should be cut at 8 -10 inches to give yourself leeway when attaching to the wide ribbon.

This pumpkin and sunflower combo makes an adorable tag, don't you think?  Even you are unable to find THIS towel or one similar, you are sure to find an orange or sunny yellow towel.  Just think of how this tag would really dress those up!

Are you ready to get started? Here's what you'll need...

• Hello Harvest Bundle (English) [159644]
• Crumb Cake Cardstock [120953]
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]
• Pumpkin Pie Cardstock [105117]
• Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883]
• Mossy Meadow Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154890]
• Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154897]
• Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154882]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Tailor Made Tags Dies [155563]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Linen Thread [104199]
• Natural Finish Ribbon [159051]

It's the right time to create these little fall-themed gift tags with Stampin' Up! Hello Harvest to have as little gifts for the holidays.  And, now that you've read this post be sure to click on this link to subscribe to my YouTube Channel so you'll be notified of all of my LIVES and PREMIERES!

Join Lisa this evening for a YouTube Premiere with a fall-themed gift idea made with Stampin' Up! Hello Harvest Bundle! 

It's a short premiere video tonight so please try to stop by! Sign into your Google account so we can chat!

Go there now to set a reminder!

Thursday, October 20th, 7 PM ET, 6 PM CT, 5 PM MT, 4 PM PT

We've been talking about all things fall this week on Ink and Inspirations and today's post holds the video from the recording of my Facebook and YouTube Live featuring two projects with the Hello Harvest Bundle from Stampin' Up!

 One project is a fall-themed card that you could send to a friend while the other is a Halloween treat bag that holds a different kind of treat! 

Let's take a look at the video with more details to follow.

Now that you've seen the video, here are the details for the card so that you can make one yourself.  You can look for the details for the Halloween treat bag coming soon here on Ink and Inspirations.

Lisa's Inklings for Fall-Themed Card:

• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]base is cut 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: 2 1/4 x 4 for the outside panel and 4 x 5 1/4 for the inside.  You will also need a small scrap for the sentiment.
• Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper [159633]: 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 for a layer to cover the card front, 1 1/2 x 4 1/2  for the wide strip, and 1 x 5 for the narrow strip.
• Also used was a piece of the Mossy Meadow print of the DSP for the die-cut vine swirls.

Here are the supplies used for this fall-themed card.  Thank you for your support! Each time you place an order through my online store,  it supports my business and allows me to continue sharing!  I am grateful to serve as your demonstrator.

• Hello Harvest Bundle (English) [159644]
• Cajun Craze Cardstock [119684]
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]
• Rustic Harvest Designer Series Paper [159633]
• Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111]
• Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [147114]
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
• Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154882]
• Cajun Craze Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154879]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels [151193]

This beautiful designer paper is on LOW INVENTORY status so be sure to order soon!

Thanks so much for tuning in for these fall-themed projects using Stampin' Up! Hello Harvest and look for more to come soon!

It's a special Saturday post for you today with our fifth in a series of 2022 Halloween projects.

This project is a little treat bag that is easy to assemble because... guess what? The treat bags are already made for you. You just have to dress it up a bit and we can do that with stamps, ink, and paper. Now, this particular bag is packaging for a teacher gift which is a cute Halloween bar of soap found at TJ Maxx.

Before we start with the how-to, there's an update that must be shared. The Witch Hat Builder Punch that coordinates with the Bewitching Cling Stamp Set (English) [159855] is sold out and no longer available!  But, no worries!  You can still use the stamp set and that little hat is super easy to fussy cut for this and other Halloween projects.

It's not too late to order to have some fun packaging and decorations ready for Halloween. So take a look at the video and see if it's something you can use. I'm all about doing something that's easy and quick and you can make this as easy as you'd like. These little bags are great. And they are special, not just for Halloween, but for any holiday occasion. The cut-out stars are just so cute. And, you can put any backing of cardstock or paper inside the bag as you'll see in the video. Now let's take a look and see how I put this all together.

Lisa's Inklings:

• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: Approximately 4 x 4 for a die-cut circle.
• Basic White Cardstock [159276]: Approximately 4 x 5 to stamp, cut, and die-cut sentiment.
• Polished Pink Cardstock [155710]: 3 x 4 for punching.
• 2022–2024 In Color Glimmer Paper [159246]: 5-1/8 x 3-3/8 for lining the inside of the bag.

Here are the supplies that were used to create this 2022 Halloween treat bag:

• Bewitching Cling Stamp Set (English) [159855]
• Scary Cute Bundle (English) [159852]
• Polished Pink 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155710]
• Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045]
• Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276]
• 2022–2024 In Color 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Glimmer Paper [159246]
• Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad [147099]
• Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [155520]
• Stars Treat Bags [159833]
• Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673]
• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755]
• Mini Glue Dots [103683]
• Matte Black Dots [154284]
• Decorative Circle Punch [159174]
• Layering Circles Dies [151770]

You can see all of my Halloween projects for 2022 HERE!

Need a cute treat bag?  Try this one with the Stars Treat Bags [159833] as seen here on the fifth in a series of 2022 Halloween projects!