More Christmas Ideas

Are you looking for a variety of gift ideas?  Well today I'm bringing you another gift idea.  I call this my Two-Tea Bag Holder.  I realize not everyone loves tea; BUT, just think of the ideas you can fill this with.  

First, though, I want you to also look at this project as another way to use up some of your designer series papers (DSP).  I used DSP inside and outside the holder.  I also decided to include a slip of paper with ideas on what you can place inside these holders.

Can you image the look on your daughter's face when she opens this and finds a matching set of earrings and necklace?

If you are local, be sure to stop in at the Branson Mill Craft Village and shop the different varieties that I have completed for you!

If you're not local and see something you like, let me know.  I can ship items completely assembled or send you kits.  When you purchase a kit, you will get a written tutorial on how to put these together.  Remember, with kits, you will need your own stamps, ink, and punches to complete the projects.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Stand Up Post It Notes

Yes, I needed to make some more of these as well.  I hope to be able to post some pictures of my creations with my new stamp set and framelits this week.  Until then, here are some Stand Up Post It Notes created for my store!

I used all Stampin' Up! stamps and punches, but some of these papers are non-Stampin' Up!  Pictured above, bottom left, is non-Stampin' Up! papers.  Pictured below, all four are non-Stampin' Up! papers.  All my crafts are made with Stampin' Up! cardstock because this is the best of the best for card making and crafts!

Be sure to stop in at the Branson Mill Craft Village and pick up your stocking stuffers!  If I don't have enough made, I can mail them to you as well.  

OR--you can purchase a kit and I will email you the tutorial on how to create these on your own!  You will have to use your own stamps, ink, and punches.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Post It Notes, Anyone?

The Christmas shopping has begun in Branson and I am grateful to have Julie in my Craft Room!  Julie stopped by to brainstorm about a card swap and once we played with her ideas, she helped me get some of these beauties ready to put out.  

But first, here's a snapshot of my dining room table Tuesday night!

I had run out on Tuesday (the one day I took off!) so had to get these done and out in a hurry.  I used a variety of Stampin' Up! retired designer series papers, stamps, punches and cardstock to finish.  With Julie's help, we pulled phrases I already had stamped and shapes that were punched in coordinating colors to finish these up.

Love this paper and couldn't put anything on it!

Was going for a masculine look since men use post it notes too!

 

This was another set of Designer Series Papers that I loved and needed to use up since it's retired!

Which one is your favorite?

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Snowflake Showcase Samples

November 1st is right around the corner!  Are you getting excited about our new stamp sets?  Here are some samples (thought I had already posted these!) from Stampin' Up!  Some of these were in my original post but these are individual pictures of the cards.  

Remember there are two stamp sets and a set of Framelits that will be available starting November 1st and will end on November 30th or when Stampin' Up! runs out!!  Order early to receive your new sets.

My set and framelits were delivered on Thursday.  Unfortunately, I have a busy weekend and won't be able to play with them until Monday.  I hope you enjoy these Stampin' Up! creations.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

September Paper Pumpkin

Here is an alternative I made with the September Paper Pumpkin Kit.  Halloween isn't a very big shopping holiday here in Branson, so I only made a few of these to put out at my store.  I plan to make more Halloween cards with the rest of my supplies!

Here are the others that I made.  I have some of the tags already to go in case these find a home, but still have enough to make cards.  If you haven't tried Paper Pumpkin, give it a go.  

The papers I used to wrap my Hershey Nuggets are not Stampin' Up! papers, but something I had laying around the craft room.  I thought I'd better start using some of these papers.

Happy crafting,

Desiree'

Peek-A-Boo Cards

Here are the cards we are making tonight at the Branson Community Center, at 6 pm. Inspiration for these cards are from Jennifer McGuire and Julie Eakin, my downline.  

Many Blessings

Inside Many Blessings

Spirited Snowmen

Inside Spirited Snowmen

If you would like to learn how to make these cards, contact me to set up a class date!  

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

24- Hour FLASH SALE

Today's the day for our 24-hour FLASH Sale at Stampin' Up!  Don't forget to use our host code, AY3QY7UX, if your order is less than $150!  

Here's the list of stamp sets that are on sale:

Check your list and take advantage of these savings!  Contact me with any questions -- I'm available by phone today!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Snowflake Showcase!

For a limited time, you will be able to order any of the Snowflake Showcase.  Here are the details:  

Dates: November 1–30, 2018

No limits apply during the customer sales period. So be quick while supplies last!

Products available while supplies last until November 30, 2018. 
This means products will only be available until November 30 or while supplies last, whichever comes first. If a product’s supply is depleted before November 30, it will no longer be available for purchase.

Items may be purchased via demonstrator, customer, workshop, or online order

Items may be included as part of a Starter Kit

Here are a few close up samples of the stamp sets and framelits:

Happiness Surrounds (149744 - $17.00)

Snow is Glistening (149742 - $21.00)

Snowfall Thinlets (149692 - $39.00)

Still not sure?  Here's a video highlighting some really neat ways to use these sets for everyday cards!  Watch Shannon West, of Stampin' Up! home office, bring these to life!

Lastly, are some more teasers -- the velveteen paper and trinkets!

Snowflake Trinkets (149620 - $8)

White Velvet Paper (149619 - $5)

Come back tomorrow for some more Stampin' Up! news (hint - will only be for one day!) and samples of cards using these sets.

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

November Paper Pumpkin!

We all know the holidays are the best time to share our appreciation for others, and nothing does that like a handmade holiday card. 

Our November’s Paper Pumpkin kit gives a subscriber everything they need to make plenty of those! (10 cards; 5 of 2 unique holiday designs.) This box is a great sneak of what’s inside!

Coordinating colors (In case you want to prepare additional cards):  Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Garden Green, Gold, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Whisper White
Remember, as a subscriber, you get all of this PLUS an exclusive stamp set AND an ink spot—all for $19.95 (USD)/$26.95 (CAD) (shipping included) directly to YOUR door.

If you haven't already signed up click this Link to sign up!

The November kit makes the perfect gift for your crafty friends this holiday season as well. You can gift it in a number of ways:

• Increase your kit quantity in November as part of your normal November subscriptions. Give away the extras as gifts.
• Know someone who would love a crafting subscription? Sign them up at paperpumpkin.com by November 10.
• Purchase a prepaid code(s) and give them to your friends/family members as gifts. Tell them to redeem their prepaid codes on paperpumpkin.com by November 10 to get the special holiday edition kit!

Be sure to contact me with any questions!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Sincerely Santa

Today I'm sharing the Sincerely Santa Project Kit (148029).  This kit is featured on page 32 of our Holiday Catalog.  Don't have a catalog?  Contact me and I will get one to you!

This kit is stinking cute.  I bought the kit because I love tins.  NO, I don't need them, but it's the right color, too! 

Another reason I bought the kit is because I wanted ideas for new gift tags for my different Christmas gifts for my store.  With this kit, you make six of each design and there are five designs--so you get 30 tags!  And yes, there are some supplies that are left over.  You do need to purchase the Sincerely Santa stamp set (148933) separately, but think of all the special people in your life that would appreciate a homemade gift tag!

Check them out!

 

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

 

3-Dimensional Ornament

Today's share is an ornament that I had already to assemble and just needed to finish it.  To make this ornament, I used the retired Holiday Ornament dies and some retired Designer Series Papers.  I have made these in the past, but wanted to share one with the Green Sprigs that were on the Clearance Rack.  

Be sure to leave me a comment on what you would like to see featured!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Christmas Gifts

Here are some K-Cup stands I created using scraps of paper I had already cut.  Thanks to Julie, I now have a few of these stands cut and ready to be decorated!  

I added the belly band so there is a place to put a Gift Card.  In the cups, I put Hershey Kisses.  BUT. . .A K-Cup will fit inside these for great little gift boxes.  

    

I also included a cute tag on the outside of the package like I did last year.  

What about earrings and necklace sets?  Could you guess what's inside?

Happy Crafting!

Desiree'

MIA

Yes, I've been Missing In Action on my blog this week!  I had a Stampin' Up! challenge and it took me out of my comfort zone.  If you missed this post on Facebook, here's my video on what I love about being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator and some of the benefits I get.

I was supposed to limit this to 30 seconds -- no one could!  I'm not comfortable in front of the camera so you will understand my hesitation to making videos! 

Some of the Benefits I didn't cover include incentive trips, all the wonderful friendships you make, and best of all, sharing what I love to do -- CRAFT!

Be sure to contact me if you have any questions about becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.  It's easy to sign up -- the difficult part is deciding what product you want for $99 in your kit!  

Contact me today!

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

Paper Pumpkin Flash Sale

Autumn is here, and to celebrate, Paper Pumpkin is running an exciting flash sale. Beginning October 8, Paper Pumpkin will make a limited number of $5 USD/$7 CAD kits available to new subscribers. The sale ends when the supply runs out or on October 10 (the end of the subscription period), whichever comes first. 

New customers must enter promo code FLASH1018 at paperpumpkin.com before the sale ends to receive the introductory price of $5(USD)/$7(CAD).

Click here to sign up!  

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'

World Card Making Day

Just a reminder that today is World Card Making Day.  If you are out and about, be sure to stop in and see me at the Branson Mill Craft Village from 1-3 PM.  I will have a variety of cards out for you to choose from to make with me.

Here are some of the cards I will have out:

   

   

Happy Crafting,

Desiree'