Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Catherine Carroll

Hot Chocolate Gift Box

Now while the box I made was very pretty on the outside, it of course needed something suitable to go inside. I decided to make a hot chocolate gift set, and I used the envelope punchboard to create some pockets to put the hot chocolate sachets in.

The pockets were 2½" x 2½" and ¾" deep. That meant that I needed a piece of Early Espresso cardstock measuring 5½" square, and I had to punch and score at 2¼" and 3¼" (the best way is to punch and score on two opposite sides, and then use the pointer to line up the score lines for the other two sides). I cut off one of the 'sides' of the box and then could create my pocket. Then I just made another one for the opposite side of the box.

 

 

 

 

Fun with the Stampin' Up! Gift Box Punch Board

The envelope punch board turned out to be such a useful piece of equipment, that I wasn't quite sure whether I needed the gift box punch board when Stampin' Up! put it in the Autumn Winter catalogue. How wrong was I?

This beautiful box is similar to the demonstration I did at Sharon's workshop. I say similar as I forgot to take pictures of it before I left and as my demo project is always the hostess gift, I had to make another one!

It's 3¼" x 3¼" and then 4" tall. All I had to do was read the instructions off the board - use a piece of paper 11" x 11" (I used the gorgeous Under the Tree specialty DSP), link up at the L start line, score the vertical and horizontal and then use the XL diagonal line. It's really quick, even though you do have to turn the paper and do that four times! I also like that you can never lose the instructions. I've lost count of the time I've bought a new gadget and it's been left gathering dust as I can't remember how to use it!

What do you think about the ribbon? It's the Cherry Cobbler sheer linen ribbon. I've been saving it for something special, and I think it's going to look lovely adorning all of my presents this year. I'd better order another roll...

 

 

 

 

Festival of Trees from Stampin' Up!

This is the make and take I designed for Sharon. She'd warned me that it was a group of experienced crafters so I didn't want to make something too simple.

The matching punch makes this stamp set completely irresistable, and I can easily see this being one of my main Christmas card designs for this year! The subtle Smokey Slate DSP is from the All is Calm suite, and matching this with Pool Party and Lost Lagoon is so easy. I couldn't help myself adding a bit of bling to my tree.

 

 

 

 

Simple Treat Packaging with the Scallop Tag Topper Punch

I ran a party for the lovely Sharon in Watford at the end of October and I wanted to give all the ladies attending a little gift to say thank you. I came up with a very simple and very quick version of a treat holder using the scallop tag topper punch.

As we were making a Christmas card for our make and take, I went with a traditional Old Olive and Cherry Cobbler colour scheme. The Lucky Stars textured embossing folder is perfect for a subtle festive texture, and of course I reached for Endless Wishes for a simple sentiment.

I have other projects to share from this workshop, so do check back soon!

 

 

 

 

New Autumn Winter Supplement from Stampin' Up!

As if all the goodies in the Autumn Winter catalogue weren't enough, Stampin' Up! are spoiling us with an extra booklet of lovely seasonal products.

Email me today to get your copy in the post! I am sure that many things will jump on to your wish list. 

I've got my eye on the amazing new Many Merry Stars creative kit... all you need to make 26 beautiful 3D star decorations in one easy kit for only £23.95.

These are only available while stocks last and I am sure that these kits will sell like hot cakes! They are so quick and easy to put together (in front of the TV even) as the sides of the boxes come with double sided adhesive all ready for you. I have some lovely options to share with you, but part of me wants to get the Christmas tree out already to put them in their proper place!