Nutz about Stamping

Merry Christmas from my home to yours!

 

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How to create a colorful vintage Christmas card

What is your stamping style, sleek and modern, cute and colorful, or soft and vintage? If you chose vintage, you will want to try this last-minute Christmas card idea! 

I remember when cross-stitching was all the rage and I made several 'pictures' to hang on my walls back in those days. I loved the quiet as I crafted and to see my picture coming to life as I wove the colored yarn in those tiny cross patterns. I was a school teacher at that time and I even remember my principal telling me that he loved to cross-stitch too. He found it so relaxing as did I.

The Cross-stitch Christmas stamp set stands for tradition, dedication, handmade decoration, and above all, love. Simply perfect for your vintage holiday projects!

Let's have a look at the stamp set - click on the small image to order it over at my online store - after all, vintage never goes out of fashion and you will have this set already for the next holiday season too!

 

Cross-Stitched Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set
$21.00

 

This is a photopolymer set so you will be able to achieve perfect placement when stamping the bauble and then the 'hook' which means you can do so using different ink pads. 

The card base was embossed for extra interest - you can try that idea or simply stamp the background if you don't yet own a Big Shot. 

Here's the card - I hope you give it a try!

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Cross Stitched Christmas Stamp Set (147769)
• Card Stock (CS) –Shaded Spruce (146981); Cherry Cobbler (119685); Crushed Curry (131199); Whisper White Thick (140272)
• Ink Pads – Cherry Cobbler (147083); Crushed Curry (147087); Shaded Spruce (147088)
• Misc. – Swirls & Curls embossing folder (147923); Stamparatus (146276); Whisper White Medium Envelopes (107301); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

 

Measurements:  

• Whisper White CS: 8 ½” x 5 ½”  2 ¼” x 3 ½”
• Shaded Spruce CS: 4” x 5 ¼” 2 3/8” x 3 5/8”  
• Crushed Curry CS: 2 ½“ x 3 ¾” 
• Cherry Cobbler CS: 2 5/8” x 3 7/8” 

 

Instructions:

1. Emboss the larger piece of Shaded Spruce CS, then glue it onto the front of the card base.
2. Stamp the main body of the ornament in Cherry Cobbler ink, then the fill in area in Cherry Cobbler ink stamped off once., onto the smaller piece of Whisper White CS
3. Stamp the side and top of the ornament as well as the hook in Crushed Curry ink.
4. Stamp the sentiment in Shaded Spruce ink.
5. Stamp the small star in Crushed Curry ink onto the flap of the envelope.
6. Glue the stamped layer onto the Shaded Spruce layer.
7. Glue the Shaded Spruce layer onto the Crushed Curry layer.
8. Glue the Crushed Curry layer onto the Cherry Cobbler layer.
9. Glue the Cherry Cobbler layer onto the embossed Shaded Spruce layer.
10. Lining up the stamps is easy when you use the Stamparatus. I kept the stamps on the plates so I could make multiples of this card.

So tell me - sleek and modern, cute and colorful, or soft and vintage for Christmas? Leave a comment and tell me which Christmas style you love best!

What products would you choose for this fun challenge?

That's what I would love to hear from you - which products come to your mind when you see this week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge? 

Looks so easy right? 

Let me share my design notes for my card below:

• I started by choosing my paper layer - I had two full sheets of the Festive Farmhouse paper that I hadn't used yet.
• I then chose my card base: Very Vanilla
• The smaller layers were coordinated by color: Very Vanilla and Cherry Cobbler
• Next the stamp set: I chose Cookie Cutter Christmas and matching punch for a playful look
• I colored the Santa using my Cherry Cobbler Dark Stampin' Blends
• I added the phrase before adhering the Santa
• I added three flowers from the Detailed Deer thinlits 
• Three small gold metallic pearls to complete my card

Click below to place an order for any Stampin' Up! products - don't forget there is a huge year end sale happening right now!

Now it's your turn. What would you choose for this card map challenge? Leave a comment below and let me know!

How to create stunning Christmas present tags

Today I want to show you how to take the Dashing Deer bundle, Merry Christmas to All bundle and Festive Farmhouse paper to make something other than Christmas cards. I will show you how to create stunning Christmas present tags using these same products. 

Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Bundle
$49.50

Under The Mistletoe Designer Series Paper
$11.00

Detailed Deer Thinlits Dies
$34.00

 

These Detailed Deer Christmas tags are so easy to create - you can make a bunch in an afternoon. Are you having an office gift exchange this year? I know I would love to receive stunning Christmas present tags as a gift and I bet your office mates would too. 

Here's one tag idea that I created - watch my video below to see how to make this tag AND a second tag idea as well:

Stamp sets: Merry Christmas to All bundle (149952)

Ink: Real Red, Old Olive

Card stock and cutting dimensions:
    Real Red: 3 1/2" x 2 1/2" 
    Old Olive: 3 1/4" x 4 1/4"
    Whisper White: 2 1/2" x 2 1/4"
    Under the Mistletoe paper (146921): 5" x 1 3/4"

Accessories: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Layering Ovals framelits (141706), Detailed Deer thinlits (147915), Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Whisper White Baker's Twine, Mini Glue Dots

Here's my video showing you how to make this tag PLUS some extra tips and ideas along the way. I also show a second tag idea using the same layout. 

You need to see this delightful stocking stuffer idea

This week I am going to feature some fun Christmas stocking stuffer ideas for you to consider. Stampin' Up! has so many smaller items in our Annual catalog and I thought it would be fun to point out some of the items that could easily be popped into a stocking. And the good news is that you still have time to order these in time for Christmas. 

The first item I want to feature are our fabulous:

Aqua Painters

 

Aqua Painters
$17.00

Details:

• You get 2 brushes in one package  – 1 medium brush tip, 1 large brush tip, so you can do big watercolor washes or finer detailed work.
• Stampin’ Up’s Aqua Painters have a stopper inside the tip to allow water to flow only when you squeeze the barrel - no more needless drips everywhere!
• You can add different liquids to an Aqua Painter – water, rubbing alcohol, bleach, etc. Each one creates a different technique! (leave a comment if you want to see some of these amazing techniques)
• They last forever!  I have had the same set of Aqua Painters for over 10 years.
• Use them to add subtle shading your stamped images.  
• Want to “smear” color in a stamped image?  Aqua Painters are perfect!
• You don’t have to be a water color artist to use them.

Here's just one idea for using our Aqua Painters - you can share this video with everyone who finds these delightful products in your stocking this year:

 

How do the holidays inspire your cards?

This week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge is wide open! This fun challenge below has me ask: how do the holidays inspire your cards? For me, it is my home decor.

A few years ago I bought this gorgeous paper mâché reindeer with a huge red velvet bow and I set it beside my fireplace every year. The Dashing Deer bundle was an instant 'gotta have it' for me because the reindeer stamps reminded me of my home decor deer. 

Here's some exciting news: Dashing Deer is on sale and available while supplies last! Click on the image below to order it at my online store:

Dashing Deer Clear-Mount Bundle
$50.25

So when I saw this challenge I knew I needed to use Dashing Deer. But I chose to use a different paper for my deer die-cut: Sparkle Glimmer paper!

And as I had several bits of the Festive Farmhouse designer paper around I decided to use some of this appear on my card. 

Festive Farmhouse 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

Here's my card; don't miss the Falling Softly embossed layer - a nice final visual touch. Why not try my layout to make your cards this year? 

To see other cards created using this fun inspiration challenge, click here. 

Here's how to deck the halls with colorful baubles

If you love to color, I have a really colorful Christmas card for you to try today! Deck the halls and everything else with beautiful baubles, bursting with color and delight!

Grab your Stampin' Blends and let's get started. First here's the Beautiful Baubles stamp set, in case you want to order it at my online store:

Beautiful Baubles Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

Then dust off your Stampin' Blends: Pool Party and Highland Heather. 

Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

Pool Party Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

 

Remember when you color with your Stampin' Blends you need to stamp your images with StazOn Jet Black ink so the ink doesn't run when you color. 

Finally, follow my instructions under the card photo and wow your friends and family with this gorgeous Christmas card:

 

Beautiful Baubles Christmas Card

Supplies:

Stamp Sets:  Beautiful Baubles (147765)

Inks:  Black Memento Pad (132708), Versamark  (102283)

Paper:  Highland Heather (146986), Pool Party (122924), Whisper White (100730)

Other:  Silver 3/8” Metallic-Edge Ribbon (144213), Clear Wink of Stella Glitter Brush (141897), Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack (147276), Pool Party Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack (144605), Mini Glue Dots (103683) Snail (104332), Dimensionals (104430)

Measurements: 

• Highland Heather: 8 ½” x 5 ½”; scored at 4 ¼” 
• Pool Party: 4 x 3 ½”
• Whisper White:  3 ¾” x 3 ¼”
• Ribbon:  8”

Instructions: 

1. Fold the Highland Heather card stock in half to form the card base.
2. Use the Dark Highland Heather Blends marker and colour the strip of white ribbon. Use long strokes with the brush tip.   Set it aside to dry.
3. Stamp the large ornament and the ornament string, with Black Memento Ink, on the white cardstock. 
4. Stamp the small snowflake image, with Versamark ink on the card base. 
5. Stamp the saying, with Black Memento Ink on the right hand side of the card base.
6. Color in the ornament with all four Blends markers, leaving some areas white.
7. Attach the colored ornament to the Pool Party mat and then to the front of the card with dimensionals.
8. Add some Wink of Stella to parts of the ornament.
9. Tie the ribbon into a bow and attach it with glue dots.

This simple Christmas card will guarantee a happy smile

One of my favorite Christmas stamp sets is Cookie Cutter Christmas because it is so much fun to craft with. Creating these delightful characters will brighten even your coldest winter days. 

This simple Christmas card will guarantee a happy smile from anyone who receive it. And it is easy to create using your Big Shot and the Cookie Cutter Builder punch.

Here are some of the products I used - you can click on any of these photos to link over to my online store and place your Christmas card products order:

Cookie Cutter Christmas Photopolymer Stamp Set
$21.00

Cookie Cutter Builder Punch
$18.00

Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack
$9.00

Cherry Cobbler Dark Stampin' Blends Marker
$4.50

Festive Farmhouse 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

Cookie Cutter Christmas reindeer

Stamp sets: Cookie Cutter Christmas (142043), Merry Christmas to All (147702), Banners for You (141770)

Ink: Cherry Cobbler

Stampin' Blends: Cherry Cobbler Dark (144575); Crumb Cake Combo pack (144601)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Very Vanilla: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 4" x 2 1/2"; 2" x 3"
          Cherry Cobbler: 2 1/2" square
          Mossy Meadow: 2" square; 1/2" x 5 1/2"
          Festive Farmhouse (147820): 5 1/2" x 1"

Other: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Layering Circles framelits (141705), Bunch of Banners framelits (141488), Cookie Cutter Builder punch (140396), Stampin' Dimensionals, SNAIL adhesive, Softly Falling embossing folder (139672)

Watch my video to see step-by-step how to make the card - and don't miss a second card idea at the end and additional tips along the way!

See a creative way to stamp words

Today I am excited to share something I discovered - a creative way to stamp words! I discovered this almost by accident as I was designing and creating the card below. 

Here's the story behind the design:

I loved the designer series paper pattern and wanted to feature it as a main layer for my card. So I cut and adhered it to my card base. I was thinking about an image for the front of my card and decided to use a solid Whisper White deer from the Detailed Deer thinlits pack. 

Detailed Deer Thinlits Dies
$34.00

I wanted my die-cut deer to stand out from the designer paper pattern so created a couple of layers (Whisper White and Shaded Spruce) to make that happen. 

Then I got stuck. I didn't want just the plain deer on the card front. I wanted to add a phrase. I looked through my Christmas stamps and spotted the Merry Christmas to All stamps:

Merry Christmas To All Photopolymer Stamp Set
$27.00

And that's when it hit me. I would try stamping right on the deer! Here's my card and I can honestly say I love it! I featured this card at my November Crafternoon class and my customers loved it too!

Give my idea a try using the instructions under my card photo:

 

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Merry Christmas to All (147702)
• Card Stock – Shaded Spruce (146981), Whisper White (100730)
• Ink: Shaded Spruce (147088)
• Misc. – SNAIL Adhesive (104332), Big Shot (143263), Detailed Deer Thinlits (147915), Magnetic Platform (130658), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Under the Mistletoe designer series paper (146921)

Measurements: 
Shaded Spruce: 2 1/4” x 3 1/4”; 2 3/8” x 3 3/8”
Whisper White: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”; 2 1/2” x 3 1/2”; 4” x 3” (deer); 3 1/2” x 1/4” (banner)
Under the Mistletoe: 4” x 5 1/4”

Instructions:

1. Fold Whisper White card stock in half to create card base. 
2. Using SNAIL adhesive, adhere Under the Mistletoe layer to Whisper White card base.
3. Layer larger Shaded Spruce and Whisper White layers and adhere using SNAIL. 
4. Cut banner ends to Whisper White strip. Adhere to Shaded Spruce layer and then adhere final Shaded Spruce layer on top. 
5. Diecut Whisper White deer. Using Shaded Spruce ink, stamp ‘Merry’ onto deer body. Adhere deer image to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. 

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You need to see what does Santa does in his spare time

Have you ever wondered what Santa is doing in his spare time? Well, here are some snapshots! 

This hilarious So Santa stamp set pokes fun at Santa and will make everyone smile when they get this card. Don't you love the phrases too? If you have friends and family who live in a warm climate, why not create this beach-y card to them? And I love that the paper isn't Christmas either - it's such a fun way to partner with the surfing Santa. 

Click below to place an order for these products over at my online store: 

You can make a bunch of these tropical Santa cards in just minutes - see a full set of instructions below.

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – So Santa (147824 wood, 147821 clear)
• Card Stock – Whisper White (100730); Shaded Spruce (146981)
• Stamp Pads – Tuxedo Black Memento (132708)
• Misc. – Tropical Escape 6”x6” Designer Series Paper (146916); Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers (147158); Subtles Stampin’ Write Markers (147156); Brights Stampin’ Write Markers (147157); Regals Stampin’ Write Markers (147155); 2” Circle Punch (133782); 2 ¼” Circle Punch (143720); Clear Wink of Stella (141897); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

 

Measurements:  

• Whisper White (base): 5 ½” x 8 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”
• Whisper White – 3” x 3”
• Shaded Spruce – 3 pieces @ 3 ½” x 3 ½” 
• Designer Paper – 3 different patterns @ 3 ½” x 3 ½” 

 

Instructions:

1. Stamp the beachy Santa on Whisper White cardstock scrap using Memento ink. Color in the image as follows:
   a. Blushing Bride for flesh
   b. Granny Apple Green for alternating stripes on surfboard, one straw and background of shorts
   c. Shaded Spruce for alternating stripes on surfboard, one straw and leaves on shorts
   d. Mango Melody for flowers on shorts and umbrella in pineapple
   e. Crumb Cake for pineapple and sand and star fish
2. Punch out the Santa image using the 2” Circle Punch.
3. Punch out one each of the designer papers using the 2” Circle Punch.
4. Punch out three 2 ¼” circles from Shaded Spruce cardstock using the punch.
5. Adhere the designer paper circles to the Shaded Spruce circles. Adhere the circles to the center of the card base, slightly overlapping them as shown.
6. Adhere the Santa image over two of the circles as shown using Dimensionals.
7. Stamp the greeting under the Santa image using Memento ink.
8. Add Wink of Stella to the tufts of hair, mustache and beard of Santa. 

Have you seen signs of Santa's amazing helpers?

The Signs of Santa bundle is such a happy set - with those quirky images that are fun to color. And the set even has an official North Pole seal!

You know you have seen signs of Santa's amazing helpers with today's project - one of the elf images is featured on a super cute, and very easy to make, gift bag and tag. 

What would you pop inside this bag and give to someone special? I love the size of these Santa's Gift bags - they fit nicely onto a Christmas tree branch, inside a stocking hung by the fireplace or sitting on a place setting at the dinner table. There are so many ideas for these fun bags - why not start with this one below?

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Signs of Santa Bundle (149967)
• Card Stock – Garden Green (102584); Whisper White (100730)
• Stamp Pads – Memento Black Ink (132708)
• Misc. – Santa’s Workshop Designer Series Paper (DSP)  (147809);  Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324); Stitched Shapes Framelits (145372); Layerying Circles Framelits (141705); Poppy Parade 1/2” Textured Weave Ribbon (147813); Whisper White Solid Baker’s Twine (124262); Dimensionals (104430); 

 

Measurements:  

• Garden Green: 2” x 4 3/4” Scrap for Scallop circle
• Whisper White: Scrap for Stitched Circle
• DSP: 2” x 3 1/2”                
• Die cut the elf and pole

 

Instructions:

1. Punch one end of the 2” x 4 3/4 piece of Garden Green cardstock with the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch.
2. Attach the Santa Workshop polka dot paper to the punched layer and set aside
3. Die cut the elf and pole from the Santa Workshop DSP and then stamp the North Pole onto the pole with the Memento Black Ink.
4. Attach the Whisper White stitched circle to the Garden Green Scalloped Circle and then add the elf and pole.
5. Use Dimensionals to attach the completed circle to the tag.
6. Tie a bow with the Poppy Parade Ribbon and add to the top of the tag with 2 Glue Dots
7. Attach the Whisper White Bakers Twine to the top of the tag.
8. Here I have used the tag on the Santa Bags (147812) but this tag can also be used on any other bag or wrapped gift or even as the focal point of a card.

Do you have a crammed wish list this year?

Do you secretly wish that your friends and family would "surprise" you with some fabulous stamping, scrapbooking and paper crafting products under your Christmas tree this year? Is your wish list crammed with items you see in our catalogs? 

Ho, ho, ho - I am Santa's lil helper this year!

I have the perfect idea for you. I have developed a Christmas Wish List that will allow you to point out some specific items that you would love to unwrap on Christmas Day.

  

Here's how my Christmas Wish List works:

1. Download the Wish List document (see link below) and fill it with the items you wish to receive.
   
   
2. Return your wish list to me by email (terri@nutzaboutstamping.com)
   
   
3. At the bottom of the list you will see that I have asked for the names and email addresses of those people you wish me to contact with your Wish List. I will contact the people on your list and share your wishes with them.
   
   
4. If all goes well you will find some fun stamping, scrapbooking and paper crafting goodies under your Christmas tree!
   
   
5. And for those gift givers who are undecided, I also offer gift certificates for any amount.

 

Contact me at terri@nutzaboutstamping.com if you have questions. Let the surprises begin!

 

How to create a Merry Christmas to All layered effect

In today's video I am going to show you how to create a beautiful Merry Christmas to All layered effect for a Christmas card. You can then use this technique for other card ideas using any word thinlits you have at home. I was inspired for this card idea by a card on page 4 of the Holiday Catalog - my card below is my own twist on this technique. 

This Christmas card layout is perfect for using large patterned holiday paper as a layer on top of that will soften and draw the eye forward.

Here are some of the products I used to make my card - click on any of these small photos to place an order at my online store: 

Merry Christmas Thinlits Dies
$28.00

Festive Farmhouse 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

Festive Farmhouse Cotton Twine
$8.00

 

If you'd like to see more Merry Christmas to All card ideas, let me know in the comments section under this blog post - I'd love to hear from you! 

Merry Christmas to All layered effect

Stamp set: Merry Christmas to All bundle (147912)

Ink: Mossy Meadow, Cherry Cobbler, Sahara Sand

Paper and Cutting Dimensions:
          Cherry Cobbler: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2; 4" x 2"; 5" x 1 1/2"
          Mossy Meadow: 5" x 1 1/2"
          Festive Farmhouse (147820): 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
          Very Vanilla: 5" x 2 1/2"
          Vellum Cardstock (101856): 4 3/4" x 3"

Other: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets, Take Your Pick Tool (144107), Festive Farmhouse Cotton Twine (147888, Cherry Cobbler), SNAIL adhesive.

 

Watch the video below to learn how to create this layered effect and to see what I created for the inside of the card as well. 

Learn how to make your own Santa gift bags

This time of year is so much fun! Making Christmas cards is one of my favorite things to do but I also love making gift bags and tags. 

What if I told you that you could learn how to make your own Santa gift bags? And they are super easy to make? 

First, start with our fabulous Santa's bags:

Santa's Bags
$10.00

Then add a stamp set, some permanent ink and a few bright colored markers:

Making Christmas Bright Photopolymer Stamp Set
$21.00

Jet Black Stāzon Ink Pad
$10.00

Create a fun tag using your punches:

Scalloped Tag Topper Punch
$23.00

Banner Triple Punch
$23.00

 

And make yourself one super cute Santa gift bag! (don't miss the instructions below)

Making Christmas Bright Santa Gift Bag

 

• Stamp Sets – Making Christmas Bright (148046)
• Card Stock – Garden Green (102584); Whisper White (100730);
• Stamp Pads – StazOn Jet Black ink (141406); Garden Green (147089); Real Red (147084); Daffodil Delight (147094)
• Misc. – Silver Foil Sheets (132178); Santa’s Bags (147812); Regals Stampin’ Write Markers – Real Red & Garden Green (147155); Brights Stampin’ Write Markers – Daffodil Delight (147157); Wink of Stella Glitter Brush (141897); Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324); Banner Triple Punch (138292); Christmas Bulb Builder Punch (148013); Everyday Label Punch (144668); All is Bright Paper Clips (147893); Garden Green Baker’s Twine (147814); Dimensionals (104430); Mini Glue Dots (103683)

Measurements:  

• Garden Green Card Stock: 4” x 2”
• Whisper White Card Stock: scraps (label & bulbs)
• Silver Foil Sheets: scraps (bulb ends)

Instructions:

1. Stamp light strings on Santa’s Bag using Memento Black ink.
2. Color light bulbs on bag using the fine-tip end of Real Red, Garden Green and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write Markers. 
3. Punch one end of the Garden Green cardstock with the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch and the other end with the Banner Triple Punch to create tag base.
4. Stamp “May Your Christmas be” in Memento ink on scrap Whisper White card stock.  Stamp “Bright” using Real Red ink.  Punch out with Everyday Label Punch.
5. Adhere label to tag using Dimensionals.
6. Adhere a piece of Garden Green Baker’s Twine to front of tag using Mini Glue Dots to create string for lights.
7. Stamp bulbs on scrap Whisper White card stock using Real Red, Garden Green and Daffodil Delight stamp pads.  Color stamp images with Wink of Stella.  Punch out using Christmas Bulb Builder Punch.  
8. Punch out ends of light bulbs from scrap Silver Foil Sheets using Christmas Bulb Builder Punch.  Tip: A ½” wide strip will fit in the punch perfectly without wasting extra paper.
9. Adhere bulb ends to bulbs using Mini Glue Dots.
10. Adhere bulbs to tag using Dimensionals.
11. Cut an 8” piece of Garden Green Baker’s Twine and tie to top of tag.
12. Finish tag by adding a star from the All is Bright Paper Clips on the Whisper White label.

You need to try this awesome candy cane season pocket card

I love making 3D items each year at Christmas time and I have an awesome candy cane pocket card you need to make! It is super easy to create and will thrill a work colleague, someone who opens their stocking on Christmas morning or a friend at this year's gift exchange. 

Here are some of the supplies used to make this Candy Cane Season hot chocolate pocket. Click on any of these photos to place an order at my online store: 

Candy Cane Season Photopolymer Bundle
$31.50

Whisper White 5/8" (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon
$7.50

 

When thinking about designer paper for this fun project idea, choose either bold or subtle holiday designs and then solid card stock to match. 

Candy Cane Season hot chocolate packet

Here's how to make this hot chocolate packet

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Candy Cane Season Bundle stamp set and Punch  (149927)
• Card Stock – Poppy Parade (119793);  Early Espresso (119686); Whisper White (100730)
• Stamp Pads – Poppy Parade (147050), Early Espresso (119686); Call Me Clover (146969)
• Misc. – Santa’s Workshop designer series paper (147809); Whisper White Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon (146912); 2 inch circle punch (133782); Starburst Punch (143717); Dimensionals (104430); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Tear & Tape (138995)
• Other - hot chocolate packet, candy cane spoon, etc

 

Measurements: 

• Poppy Parade CS :  4 ¼ x 11
• Early Espresso CS:  4 x 3 ½ 
• DSP: polka dot 3 ¾ x 3 and striped 1x 4 ¼ 

 

Instructions:

1. Score Poppy Parade cardstock at 1 ¼ and 5 ½ , and fold in half, then fold the 1 ¼ piece down to make an accordion. 
2. Adhere the striped dsp to the 1 ¼ inch piece
3. Adhere the piece of early espresso to the panel of the pocket
4. Adhere DSP to the top of the early espresso piece
5. Glue down the 1 ¼ inch piece on top of the early espresso and dsp
6. Tie ribbon around the packet to hold it together, do not tie it too tight so that you can still add a hot chocolate packet and a peppermint spoon or candy cane.
7. Punch out an early espresso piece using the starburst punch and punch out a 2 inch circle using the whisper white cardstock.
8. Stamp the candy cane on whisper white using the poppy parade ink and the bow using the call me clover ink and adhere with dimensionals
9. Add hot chocolate and a candy cane and ENJOY!