FRIDAY'S SPOTLIGHT...

Today's SPOTLIGHT is on a couple of my great down line members, Tracy & Candy, that came over to work on some Holiday projects in preparation for some of their up-coming workshops and clubs. It's always GREAT to get together, share ideas, and learn more on growing our businesses.
Today I'm sharing the first project I shared with them...it uses the CELLOPHANE CANDY BAGS from the new HOLIDAY MINI CATALOG that is effective today through the 3rd of January. These are so cute, fun, and VERY EASY to put together...so think of kids classrooms, friends, co-workers, and family members that you could make these for.

MAKE SURE TO CHECK BACK THIS MONTH TO SEE LOTS MORE HALLOWEEN AND FALL PROJECTS!

Click HERE if your ready to join the Stampin' Up! family and my "You've Got Stamps..." team! We'd LOVE to have you and share our PASSION with you!

Monday's Big Shot Project Idea...

Thanks for joining me today for our BIG SHOT PROJECT IDEA & my first ever video tutorial. PLEASE forgive me for the mistakes and the "Um's". I'll try and get better!!!!

I hope you enjoy the video...and I also just want to add that these treat holders would make great place cards for a holiday table, birthday party, or shower. Just change the treat inside, colors, and the image to reflect the holiday or event you are focusing on.

FYI - I was not able to fix the video and get it in my post...but if you click the link - it will take you right to it!

JUST CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE VIDEO:

http://youtu.be/7mDAnD_8-Eg

Tuesday's Technique, Tool, or Tutorial...

As promised yesterday, I have the tutorial for you on how to make this darling treat holder.

First cut (2) Scallop Envelopes from your card stock or DSP. I am using Old Olive CS.

Using your paper trimmer, cut the bottom portion of your envelope off so you only have 1/2" left.

This picture shows the 1/2" left on both pieces.

Next take your bone folder and fold on the score lines, BUT leave the scallop top score line alone.

Next take your word window punch and punch your handles right below the scallop top of your envelope. BEFORE you do this...view the picture below for a better shot of what your doing.

I used the score line as my guide for punching out my handles.

Next sponge around the edges (optional). I used Early Espresso Ink.

On the backside of one of your envelopes...place your red sticky tape, glue, or adhesive as shown in picture.

NOTE: I would use some strong adhesive, especially if it's going to be handled or have a treat or gift inside of it.

Peel your sticky strip from the bottom and adhere the two bottom pieces together.

Then do one side and then the next.

NOTE: You can use a popsicle stick, stylus, or bone folder to get in on the edges and make sure they are strongly adhered to each other.

The last step is to decorate it as you choose. On this one I made (2) 3x3 note cards and decorated the envelopes to go with them.

You can see my notecards fit perfectly...but you can't use the handles you created when putting in 3x3 gift card holders. So here's an option for you - don't punch out the handles. Add ribbon with a glue gun or strong adhesive to the two sides and have that as your handle.

Here is another view of this one done up. The very first picture in this post is of the pictures from yesterday. In that one that has the pumkin on the front, I put (2) Ghiradelli Chocolates in it which fit perfectly and you can still use the handles.

NOTE: You can do these as birthday party favors, bridal shower favors, or just as an everyday thank you...depending on how you decorate them. Have fun trying this tutorial out!

Friday's Spotlight...

Today I wanted to share with you (4) different cards using (6) of the same items (I used other items in making these cards...but I didn't count these in my six main items).

I hope you get some inspiration for some future ideas you can create and that you get in the Halloween spirit!

Close up of above card element.

Close up of above card element.

SIX ITEMS USED:

Wicked Cool Set of (7)
#120600 -Clear
$14.95

Wicked Fun Specialty DSP
#117400
$11.95


2 3/8" Scallop Circle Punch
#118874
$16.95

Spider Web Textured Embossing Folder

#120889

$7.95

Raven 1/2" Lace Trim

#120988
$5.95

Black Flourish Designer Jewels

#120987

$4.95

Wednesday's Card or Scrapbook Share...

I have a card to share with you today. It's a sweet and simple Halloween Card that uses the "Got Treats" & "Wicked Cool" sets. I used Crumb Cake Textured CS (6x6 folded in half), Peach Parfait, Whisper White, & Basic Black CS. For ink I used the Pear Pizzazz, Chocolate Chip, & Peach Parfait Markers and the Early Espresso Ink Pad and a Sponge. For an embellishment...I used the Pear Pizzazz 1/2" stitched Poly In-Color Ribbon.

To find out more about these and other products...click HERE!

I hope your week is going well for you so far!

I wanted to SPOTLIGHT some of the new items that will be available on September 1st from our new Holiday Mini Catalog . . .

• Textured Impressions Embossing Folder - Spider Web
• 1/2" Lace Trim - Raven
• Designer Jewels - Black Flourish
• Wicked Cool Stamp Set (In Idea Book & Catalog)
• Wicked Fun Designer Specialty Paper (In Idea Book & Catalog)
• Goblin Greetings Set (In Idea Book & Catalog)

HALLOWEEN IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER - so make sure to plan ahead and order your goodies so that you can create!