Big Shot Scalloped Envelope Cards

These cute little 3"x 2" cards fit perfectly into the Scalloped Envelope cut with the exclusive Bigz Scalloped Envelope Die by Stampin' Up! I used the Maine Blueberry Designer Series Paper [DSP] for the envelope and strips on the gift cards. The Big Shot combined with some punches, the Curly and Cute Stamp Set and the Lovely Labels Stamp Set makes it so fast and easy to make them! A great little gift or a quick and easy way to adorn a gift!

Project Supplies:

Curly and Cute Stamp Set

Lovely Labels Stamp Set

Old Olive CS

Not Quite Navy CS

Whisper White CS

White StazOn Ink

Old Olive Ink

Not Quite Navy Ink

Maine Blueberry DSP

1-3/8" Circle Punch

1-3/8" Square Punch

Curly Label Punch

Corner Rounder Punch

Big Shot Machine

Bigz Scalloped Envelope Die

Scalloped Envelope Big Shot Box

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the new BIG SHOT MACHINE! Especially, Stampin' Ups! exclusive dies. This project uses the brand new Scalloped Envelope Bigz Die and is the template for the lovely scalloped top. Just die-cut four of them in the color of your choosing, fold on the score lines and adhere together using Sticky Tape! [I found the idea for this CUTE little box on http://www.spiltcoaststampers.com/ and adapted it to my tastes. What do you think? The idea came from Whoopsie Daisy and also Tara Kieninger. Check out their creations by clicking each name.]

I just LOVE that site and use tons of ideas from there. Now you know one of my secrets...shhh...don't tell ;-).....

I changed the top a bit by making a Scalloped Tab to close it. How? The DSP comes with a 12 x 12 card board backing. I SNAILed my DSP to that and then punched it out with the Scalloped Circle Punch! Then, I used my Paper Snips to cut a slit just to the center of each scallop. Wrapping the Pretty In Pink Taffeta Ribbon around the bottom of the box, I then attached the ribbon to the underside of each scallop. Adhere your bow slightly above the slit and then put your scallops together to have the appearance of one scallop ! Done!

Project Supplies:

Think Happy Thoughts Stamp Set

Bella Rose Designer Series Paper [DSP]

Basic Gray CS & Ink

Whisper White CS

Pink Pirouette Ink

Rhinestone Brads - Fire

Pretty In Pink Taffeta Ribbon

1/16" Circle Punch

1-3/8" Circle Punch

Scalloped Circle Punch

SNAIL

Sticky Tape

Big Shot Machine

Scalloped Envelope Bigz Die

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Free Standing Pop Up Card

This card LOOKS complicated, but it really is not. I take absolutely no credit for this idea or even the design as I cased it from Mary Jo. She is one of the fabulous stampers who does tutorials for SplitCoastStampers.com. She has given some fabulous instructions on how to make this "Free Standing Pop Up Card." Check it out here.

What I love best about this card is the way it folds down and fits nicely in a Medium sized envelope. What a treat to have this come in the mail! I sent mine to a friend who makes others smile. :-) She is an inspiration!

Project Supplies:

Eastern Blooms Stamp Set

A Beautiful Thing Stamp Set

Canvas Background Stamp

Old Olive CS & Ink & Marker

Pink Passion CS & Ink & Marker

Summer Sun CS & Ink & Marker

Whisper White CS

Pumpkin Pie Ink & Marker

Basic Black Marker

Jumbo Eyelets

Metallic Eyelets

Cropodile

Earth Elements Brads

1 1/4" Circle Punch

1 3/8" Circle Punch

Trio Flower Punch

Corner Rounder Punch

Pumpkin Pie Striped Ribbon

Linen Thread

Mini Glue Dots

Pop Glue Dots

Hobby Blade

Paper Cutter

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Morning Soft Scalloped Die-cut Card

I just love this beautiful set! It is called Morning Soft. PERFECT for watercoloring with the Watercolor Crayons and Aquapainter!! I used the BIG SHOT Die-Cute Machine to die-cut the Scalloped Envelope Bigz Die and adhered the note card to my gift card base. I flipped the enclosure and highlighted the scoring marks with the White UniBal Gel Pen. This card looks fancy, but the hardest part is just cutting out the flower! And even that is a synch with the Paper Snips!

Project Supplies:

Morning Soft

Baja Breeze CS

Not Quite Navy CS

Whisper White CS

Black StazOn Ink

Watercolor Crayons - Earth Elements

Aquapainter

Big Shot Die Cut Machine

Scallop Envelope Bigz Die

Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon

Basic Black 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon

Sticky Tape

Dimensionals

UniBal White Gel Pen

StazOn Cleaner

Paper Snips

Finally Satisfied vs. Inspiration

I am the type of person who tinkers with things until they are just right, if you haven't already figured that out about me! ;-) I fiddle with my hair, my clothes, my kitchen, my CARDS, my SCRAPBOOKING, my organizing, my BLOG....etc. until they are just so. And, if I am not satisfied, I tend to not share until it is just so. I go through stages of creativity, as I am sure you do, were everything I love the things I am creating and stages where I feel I can't come up with a single thing. I have a type A personality. Man can I be picky! Thankfully, I have my wonderful husband who encourages me and helps me judge my creations. Lately, I have been in one of those places...so please forgive the lack of posting.

As you may have noticed, I have been tinkering with my Blog layout and colors since I started it. I am so relieved to say that I am finally satisfied with it's appearance. My family was in Maine visiting my parents over the weekend. We took a walk at one of my favorite spots...Mackworth Island in Falmouth. [Stay with me here...this is going somewhere.] It is just so serene, beautiful and full of nature, yet not out of the way to get to at all. I love the nature walk, the ocean, the rock climbing and then at the end we always take the kids to the playground in the center of the island. It is FABULOUS! The playground is located at the Baxter School for the Deaf, which resides on the island. The school had planted a garden full of pumpkins, tomatoes, carrots and SUNFLOWERS! [See where I am going?] I got to taking a bunch of pictures of those sunflowers and blue, blue sky and VOILA....inspiration! [Yes, the picture at the top with my title is one I took.] I couldn't wait to get home to tinker yet again with my blog layout. I have to say I am so glad that inspiration hit and I can finally be satisfied with how it looks! I hope you like the new layout and colors.

Let me know what you think by leaving me a comment!

Now to take the inspiration to my crafting.....sooooo exciting! I hope to post something for you soon!

World Card Making Day 5, 5 & 5!

Take part in World Card Making Day and open up a world of possibilities!

Celebrate the creativity of handcrafted cards and the personal connection they forge between friends and family.

Participate with Stampin' Up!® in making and keeping personal connections. Come celebrate with me at my World Card Making Day 5, 5 & 5!

*Bring 5 cards to swap with other participant: Receive card ideas from other stampers! Please use SU! products.

*Bring 5 handmade cards to donate to "the box"! Let's think outside of the box! This special box full of handmade cards will be donated to an assisted living facility close to my heart. Help the residents, who cannot get out to buy a special card, by donating to this box of cards. Help them send loving thoughts to their loved ones!

*Make 5 special cards, too. All supplies and instructions will be prepared and ready for you when you arrive – all you have to do is relax and have fun!

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When: Tuesday, October 7th, 7-9 pm

Where: My house! (4R Deca Circle, Derry)

Cost: $10 (Includes the makings for your five cards, plus envelopes. AND, your fee will be reimbersed with a purchased of $30 or more!)

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NOTE: Space is limited to 10 people and the spots fill up quickly, so sign up right away! Your spot will only be reserved upon receipt of your non-refundable registration fee.

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