Paper Pleasing Ideas

Another Wedding Invite Template

I really like this next one that I came up with.  It has more room for the writing, and the pocket is built into the design!

This card finished up is 5 X 5.  The one flap is embossed, but not the other, and the band holds it closed, as well as hides the edges.  I sprayed the new Smooch spray that is going tobe available in the summer mini, but I think I would do the band only, when it comes down to tweaking.

 

Here is the invite opened.  The CS measures 5 X 12 and is scored at 4 and 9.  The CS in the center with the information on it is 4 3/4 X 4 3/4 and is only adhered on 3 sides.  I used the wide oval punch to make the indent for the pocket, but I think in future, I would use the large oval.  The band was 1 X 11 and just folded around and glued together.  I added the last name initial to hide the seam.  This one also has a bigger pocket which is more convenient, I would think.  Tootles, have fun and happy stamping!!

  

Wedding Invite Template(s)

Well, I made the changes that were needed, and took measurements of everything, so that you could see how to make them.  This would be great even for bridal shower invites, birthday party, anniversary party, or even perfect just to hold a gift card!  I have 2 templates for you, one for the embossing with the front and one for a plain front.

This is for the one with the plain front, though you could spice it up with stamping, embellies, whatever you wish.  Where my watermark is on is the area for the invite layer.

This is the template you need if you want to emboss the front flap.  You can emboss the other one, but you will get extra lines that are not so pretty for an invitation.  Then you tie the ribbon to hold it all shut.  This invite will fit in the regular sized envelope!!  I have a few more ideas, so if you are really looking, check back over the next few days.  Tootles, have fun and happy stamping!!

 
 

Flap Box Tutorial

I got everything ready to show you how to make the flap box I created HERE.  Supplies are listed below, so let's get started.

  I try to always use the least amount of CS to make the biggest box and this is no exception.  You need only one sheet of 8.5 X 10 CS, and this can be of any color that you chose (REMEMBER to cut one inch off so it is 8.5 X 10!!).  I went with white but choose a color that would compliment your DSP (patterned paper), or make it with the favorite color of the person it is for.  You will also need a scoring tool, scissors, a ruler (not pictured), and liquid glue.  I find the Tombow Multi Adhesive is the best for this type of project.  It is a very strong holding glue and will not fall apart when you add stuff into your finished project.  If you have got everything listed, let's get creating!!

Placing the 10 inch side along the top, score your CS at 1  1/2, 4  1/4, 5  3/4,  and 8  1/2.  With the 8  1/2 inch side along the top, score it at 1  1/4, 2  3/4, 5  3/4 and 7  1/4.

  Fold on all the score lines, burnishing it with the bone folder to make sure the creases are crisp.  Now you need to get your CS to look like I have picture on the right.  If you click on the picture, you can see the score lines better, to see where you should cut.

The picture with the cut line above is the flap lid.  I cut it just inside the score lines, so that it nicely slides in the box without binding.  Then, you need the ruler to score from the scored corner, to the bottom corner.  You will understand this better in the next picture.

You will fold those creases inward to the center of the box.  See those smaller flaps that are on each side of the of the triangular folds?  That is the flap that is at the top of the next picture.  So, add the glue on the two inner triangle portions.

Fold them in under that small flap and hold them until it is dry.  Then add glue to the flap and close it over top of the triangle folds, and shown in the second picture.  Don't worry about that score line that is showing, that was my boo-boo .  Then do the same thing on the opposite side of the box.

This s the box after it is put together.  Now you just have to decorate it for the occasion that you need it for.  In the smaller picture, you see the flap going in - that is why you need to cut that flap inside the score lines as explained earlier.  Hope you enjoy making this newest box.  Have fun and happy stamping!!

 

 

Sparkle Purse - FREE Tag Page!!

Here is the purse from the tutorial yesterday, but I added the tag.  I also put a ton of stickles on the white snowflake.  This is for the Sparkle Challenge over at the ATS Blog!

  You can click on it to see it better.  On the tag, you can see that I had to fuzz out the name, but I made it specifically with the space at the bottom to write your information.  I also made it to be a free template to print off, so you can make some too!  It will do nine at a time, so one sheet may be enough for you.

  To print off the tag, click on the picture to pop it out in its own window.  Then right click on it and save it to your computer.  Then print away!  It should print perfectly on a full size sheet of plain paper or CS.  It would also be cool to stamp a snowman image on the back and color it it, to follow though with the whole theme!

So, make sure to get crafting, I hope you have fun and happy stamping!!

Graduation Card - And A Digi FREEBIE!!

I am SUCH a procrastinator!  I need two grad cards.  One today, one tomorrow, and I have NO grad stamps!!

So, I designed a card front, that I could print off, mat, color and be done!  I also am attaching it here, so you can print it off and make your own, if you should so need one.

All I did was color it with Copics, mat it on ballet blue, and add the silver brads.  The rest was done for me!  You can use school colors, or for me, gender colors.

I stamped a sentiment on the inside, and I was done.  Here is the card front for you.

  I do have it sized to fit on a card front , but you may have to fiddle with it, since different programs do different things.  You can even change the color of the image in your paint or photo shop programs.  Have fun and happy stamping!!

Peeps For Easter

Yesterday the TLC on Splitcoast was to make a little round top box.  After I had one printed out, I thought of a really cool project.  So, I printed another one.

 

And I used sticky strip to  adhere them together for an Easter basket!!

First you need to download the template :

Download JRB round top box

Print it on to two sheets of CS.  I used certainly celery.  Cut them out, score on dotted lines, and then assemble each one separately.

I then used my wide oval punch to make a handle in ONE of the completed boxes.  Then using sticky strip, you adhere both boxes together, as shown.  Now punch the handle in the other one, by lining it up over the one already punched.

Now it is time to embellish.  I took a piece of 3 3/8 X 12  SAB Delicate Dots DP and that covered the inside handle on each side. Do only one side at a time, so you can cut out the oval and the rounded top edge.  I cut a 2 X 12 piece for the bottom, scalloped the edge and adhered it to the box.  You will need an extra piece for the back side, as it doesn't quite fit.  I then tied the SAB celery poly-twill around the box, making the bow.  I took  another SAB set, Yummy, that goes so perfectly for any food related gifts.  I inked it up with celery, used my shirt (couldn't find the Q-Tips) to remove some of the ink, and re-inked it with my black marker.  I stamped it onto confetti white, and cut it out.  I added an eyelet with my crop-a-dile, and some gold cord to tie it to the box.  I then added some matching ribbons, and right after I took the pictures my kids came and snagged the peeps!

I think these would make great place cards for the kids table at your next Easter get together.  Have them full of mini eggs for after the meal, and they would LOVE it.  Have fun and happy stamping!!

Valentine Treat Purse

I wanted to make a mini version of the purse HERE.  I thought it would make a cute holder for Valentine Cinnamon Hearts.

 

Awww, so cute, hey ?  The birds wings are covered wit dazzling diamonds for some added sparkle.  It is only 3.5 inches tall (without the handles), and 3 inches wide.  I have a written tutorial for you, with a template, so you can make them up in a hurry.

  You can click on the template to enlarge it, and here are the measurements for you.

• 1 piece of Cs measuring 3 X 8.5
• 1 piece of CS measuring 3 X 7
• 2 pieces of CS measuring .5 X 8.5
• pieces of DP and CS for decorating

You need to score the 3 X 8.5 piece at 3.5 and 5.  You need to score the 3 X 7 pieces at .5, 2, 5, and 6.5.  Across the bottom, you will score it at .5 and then cut out the 2 parts shown in the template.

When adding the pocket to the purse, put one side on first, then the other.  The bottom goes on last, and attaches right to the base of the purse.  Now add your handles to the top, and fill with the desired treat!  Have fun and happy stamping!!

Quick Valentine Gifts

I again want to be the "cool" mom.  I have to try 'cause I am SO NOT the "hot" mom...hehehe.  So, for Valentine's Day this year, I am again making a candy Valentine.  THIS is what I made last year, and here is what I am doing for this year.

  How cute is this !?!  And so easy, too.  All you do it fold the CS, punch out a scallop square, scallop the flap, emboss the heart, punch it out and glue it on.  Then you add the candy on the inside, fold it all shut, punch two holes and tie the ribbon through.  Ta-Da!!

I will probably not do a ribbon, because I know that will just go in the garbage, but here on the blog, it looks so PURTY!

And yes, I have a template with directions for you ~ YAY!!

 

Take a 8.5 X 11 sheet of CS, and cut it the way shown at 2 3/4.  You will end up with equal pieces with means 4 giftys per sheet!  Then, you need to score it, as per lower picture, at 1, 4.5 and 5 inches.  Scallop the 1" flap end, if you so desire, and then fold it all together.  Put a little baggie of candy inside (I got mine from the $1 store, but you can get glassine bags at All That Scraps).  Making sure that the top of the bag is at the top of the CS,  punch 2 holes for your ribbon, or staple the flap down.  Now the embellishing is up to you.  Have fun and happy stamping!!

But Julie, I Don't Have A Card Box

Don't Fret!!  I have designed a pocket to fit in place of the card box, so you can still make one.  Instructions are right on the template, so enjoy!

 

So, now you can go ahead and make that card purse HERE.

Birthday Gift Card

I had fun with this card.  I took me awhile to get it right, but not because I didn't know what to do.  I have a table at a craft sale tonight, so I have been SOOOOO busy getting ready for that.  I am selling the cards that I have made for my blog, so they are all pretty much one-of-a-kind.  I have about 300 cards to sell, and that takes a lot of work when a person makes card fronts!  By the way, I will be selling them at the Dalmeny arena tonight during the hockey game, if you are at all interested.

OK - now to the card.

 

Awwwww, I know, so adorable!  This is one of the Gingersnap images from All That Scraps.  This is the digi stamps (Only $5 and no shipping charges), but you can also get the rubber HERE, if that is what you prefer.

So, I printed her off, colored her with Copics and cut her out.  I love that my printer ink does not smear when I am coloring!  I made a frame with my nesties and accented it with my white gel pen.  My card base was white, rose red and some retired Stampin' Up! DP.  I added the frame with dimensionals, and then "sat" her in the frame with more dimensionals.

I added my ribbon around the card and stamped the sentiment in black (SU - Holiday Wishes).  I added some Prima Hydrangeas with the Doodlebug Sugar Coated brads.  And now for the inside...

  My pop-up card tutorial is HERE, but I am posting the template to make the gift card HOLDER on this post.  You can glue anything to the tab in the middles, but putting a gift card holder on it is perfect for the gifts that need to go far away.

This one has a birthday sentiment stamp stamped on it, but you could do Christmas, graduation, baby shower, bridal shower, you name it!

So, here is the template.

   You can pop up the image by clicking on it.  You can stamp of the outside, or not.  Use designer paper for a special pocket.  Whatever you do, have fun and happy stamping!!