Gift Card Tutorial

Oh my poor neglected Blog ~ and you ~ my followers!

I finally finished putting together what I thought would be a simple tutorial for this great little Gift Card Holder. I don't like giving too many gift cards, but every year at Christmas, it seems that there are some people who would either prefer one, or I just can't come up with another idea! So, when I do give one, I like to make it fun to receive. When going through some of my samples, I came across this one. It's fun & easy so I thought I would also share it with you here!

The base is 4-1/4" x 11". So you can get 2 out of one sheet of 8-1/2" x 11" card stock. I used Early Espresso. Score this at 2-1/4" and 6-3/4". Fold on the score lines.


Cut 2 pieces of coordinating Designer Series Paper 2" x 4". I've used Letters To Santa here. With the folded holder facing you, adhere DSP to "top" and "bottom" of the front of the holder.

Open holder. With the right side facing up, and top facing away from you, punch a slot for the Gift Card using the Word Window Punch. The gift card is slightly wider than the punch, so to make the slot long enough for the card, just move the punch over a little and punch again, elongating the first punch.

Cut a piece of Whisper White Card Stock 4" x 4", stamp image & sentiment and adhere to the inside. I realized when doing this that I had chosen a retired stamp set ~ Jolly Old Saint Nick, but I love that Santa Face image.

The Belly Band is 1" x 10". Wrap it around holder, but not too tight. You want to be able to slide it up and down. I put the seam in the center front and cover it up with the Scallop Decoration.

I punched the 1-3/4" Scallop from Cherry Cobbler Card Stock, layered a 1-1/4" Early Espresso Circle Punch, and then the Santa image from the Jolly Bingo Bits Stamp Set punched out with the 1" Circle Punch.

Stamp a To/From on the front and you're done!

Thanks so much for stopping by. I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and that you find it useful this Christmas or any time you have the need to give a Gift Card!

dd

Online Extravaganza!

The Online Extravaganza has begun! Today through November 30 you can get incredible discounts ~ up to 60% off ~ on some of your favorite products!

I Love a Sale! Especially one I can enjoy from the comfort of my own home. No driving in traffic, no searching for the perfect parking spot, no toting shopping bags from store to store ~ that's right ~ get comfy, grab your computer & a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage and check out the great deals available during the Online Extravaganza!

Visit my Online Store to see the complete list of discounted items.

Thanks for stopping by ~ enjoy shopping!

Free Digital Downloads!

Mark your calendar to receive your FREE Digital Downloads in honor of Digital Scrapbooking Day!

Are you a digital scrapbooker? Do you like the hybrid look? Or, have you just been wanting to play with digital to see what it's all about?

Stampin' Up!'s celebration of Digital Scrapbooking Day begins tomorrow, Friday, November 4.

To get your FREE Digital Downloads*, visit MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7, answer a quick survey, and you will be directed on how to get your downloads.

If 5,000 customers to fill out the survey and get the FREE Downloads, Stampin' Up! will give everyone another FREE Download. Want to make sure you get it? Encourage your friends, family, coworkers, and scrapping buddies to go to MyDigitalStudio.net between November 4-7 to fill out the short survey and get their FREE Downloads.

Did you know that we have a facebook page? Spread the word by sharing the link from My Digital Studio's Facebook Page and "like" us while you're there.

There's also a gallery at MyDigitalStudio.net. Starting tomorrow, Friday, November 4, be sure to visit and take a look at what you can do with this amazing software.

The picture of me & Shelli in the right hand corner was created with the My Digital Studio Software! You can create more than just scrapbook pages. The designing software contains exclusive designs, artwork, colors and templates to create different sized scrapbook pages, cards, calendars and more! We also offer our professional print service at great prices.

*These downloads can be used in My Digital Studio as well as other editing programs capable of accessing .png and .jpg files. When you download, you will be given options for MAC and PC as well.

Gotta Love the FREE stuff!
Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

It's Good To Be The Hostess!

Have you been thinking about Hosting a Holiday Workshop? Well, do I have great news for you! Starting today through December 15, 2011, You will get an additional $35 in FREE Stampin' Up! products when you host a $350 Workshop. Yes, I said additional! So, when your workshop total is $350 before s/h and tax, you'll get the usual $50 PLUS $35 for a total of $85 in FREE product, just for inviting friends over to stamp!

Don't forget too, that when you host a $400 Workshop, you qualify for one item at half price! With the additional FREE product, you will also get $100 in FREE product!

It's Good To Be The Hostess! Gather your friends and family, and set a date before December 15, 2011, to get together for some stamping fun, and reward yourself with the products you love for FREE!

Want to start your own Stampin' Up! business? This is a great opportunity to get your business going strong! Get your starter kit & FREE Big Shot and you'll be ready to share your love of stamping with Hostesses anxious to take advantage of earning even more rewards!

Contact me today to book your Holiday Workshop or to Join My Team!

I Love my job! Thanks for stopping by ~
dd

Free Big Shot Promo Extended!

Great News!
If you were afraid you were going to miss out on getting your Big Shot for Free or $100 Free Product, fear no more!
Stampin' Up! has extended this awesome deal through
November 11, 2011.

When you sign up to become a Demonstrator now through November 11, you can choose a Big Shot for Free, or $100 Free product, in addition to the already fantastic Starter Kit. What better way to get your Stampin' Up! business off to a great start! You'll be ready to share the fun and creativity of Stampin' Up! products with your family, friends and neighbors just in time for the holidays!

Just a few reasons I Love being a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator ~

• Product Discount ~ I get a 20% discount on all the products I Love, making it easier to purchase the things I need to express my creativity!
• Extra Income ~ I make a little extra income based on my sales and recruiting. This helps to pay a couple of household bills each month.
• Flexible Schedule ~ I work when I want to! This is my business, so I can work as much or as little as I need to, to fit my daily routines.
• Support from Stampin' Up! ~ We have access to an exclusive website strictly for SU Demonstrators. There are workshop ideas, audio and video training on all kinds of topics and techniques, and a gallery with tens of thousands of creative samples shared by other Demonstrators.
• Friendships ~ I treasure the friendships I've made through Stampin' Up! Whether it's meeting new people at a workshop, chatting with a fellow Demonstrator I've met online, or sharing my Love For What I Do through the classes I teach, I'm always meeting new people and developing lasting friendships, with people who share my passion of creating.

I would Love to have You join my Team and begin sharing my passion with You!

Thanks for stopping by ~ Have a Safe & Happy Halloween!
dd

Spooky Cone

Wow ~ two weeks have past again without a post! For those of you who don't know, I started working again. It's just part time, but it's taking me and my family a little time to adjust to me being gone 8 hours a day, a couple of days a week. It's amazing what doesn't get done in those 8 hours. I think maybe they are realizing that I actually do more than just spend all my time in my craft room.

I have another cute Halloween project for you. This is one you'll want to give to those special little goblins. It was created using the Big Shot and the Bigz L Petal Cone Die. You will need to cut 2 cones. This die works best using the Extended Premium Crease Pad, cutting just one layer of paper at a time. Using the Crease Pad will ensure your fold marks are scored properly making assembling your cone a lot easier.

Before putting the cone together, I embossed each piece using the Spider Web Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. Then to add a spooky touch, I used a Sponge Dauber with White Stampin' Pastels and gently rubbed over the spider web. You'll also want to add your Designer Buttons strung on Hemp Twine before assembling your cone. Use a bit of Sticky Strip to tape the end of the twine inside the cone. Just use it like regular tape, without removing the top protective plastic strip.

Now, you can assemble your cone. Decorate the flaps with Frightful Sight Designer Series Paper, add a Scallop Dot Ribbon handle, secured with Glimmer Brads and you're ready to fill it with Spooky Treats!

Once again, a project I couldn't have done without my Big Shot! Do you want one? Would you like to join my Team and get one for FREE? Do you already have one and want $100 FREE product of your choice? There's only a few more days for you to take advantage of this great incentive! I would love to have you on my Team of talented stampers. Contact me today and we'll get your *Big Shot or *$100 FREE product on it's way so you can get started on all your Holiday projects!
*You will receive your Big Shot or $100 Free product in addition the Starter Kit you choose.

Thanks for stopping by today!
dd

I Was Stalked...

I was featured on the Crafty Blog Stalkers Blog! This is very flattering to me. It lets me know that people really are looking at my blog, and that they like what they're seeing!


She used the Accordion Rosette to top a gift of fresh baked bread ~ yum! You can see hers HERE.

Just a reminder that we have a lot of great things going on this month ~

• The introduction of the Sweet Pressed Cookie Stamps. Includes Wood Handle, 3 interchangeable images, recipes and tips for creating adorable Holiday shortbread cookies.
• Buy 2 Simply Sent Card Kits and get a coordinating Stamp Set for FREE! These make great gifts, or are a great way to get your Holiday cards done in a snap!
• FREE BIG SHOT (OR) $100 FREE PRODUCT OF YOUR CHOICE!
  

Do you love crafting? Do you love to share it with your family & friends? Would you love to get a discount on your stamping and scrapbooking supplies? Would you like to earn some extra income? Do you love FREE stuff? Then you should think about joining my Team in October! When you do, you will get a free Big Shot or $100 in free Stampin' Up! product ~ your choice ~ along with your new Starter Kit. The Starter Kit is also customizable, so if you already own some of the items, you can substitute for items you need. The Starter Kit is only $175 and contains over $345 worth of Stamp Sets, Cardstock, Ink, Accessories and Business Supplies. With your freebies, you will be getting approximately $445 worth of product and supplies for only $175! Everything you need to get your business started just in time for the Holidays!

Click HERE to see more about the benefits of becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator.

Contact me or, you can sign up online HERE to get started today!
Thanks for stopping by ~
dd