Nutz about Stamping

This adorable card kit features a unique, whimsical style

Have you ever considered our card kits - either for yourself or as a gift for someone special? 

Christmas Whimsy is an adorably fun Christmas card kit with a modern design! Santa’s elves might be hard at work at the North Pole, but with this all-inclusive kit, the hard work is done for you! All pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to craft. The simplicity of this card kit makes it perfect for beginner crafters and kids, too! Grab a kit or two and gather around for a simple holiday season activity that everyone will enjoy.

Kit includes:
* Designed projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
* Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
* 8 coordinating envelopes with gold foil
* Adhesive-backed holographic embellishments
* Adhesive to complete projects
* Printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go: 9-7/8" x 6-1/2" x 2-3/4" (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm)

Product colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Poppy Parade, Real Red, So Saffron, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede

Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! are perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters who want quick and easy projects. All-inclusive project kits have everything you need in one box! Give as a gift or try them yourself. Kits are while supplies last.

Order today!

• printed step-by-step instructions
• the instructions include a ruler for measuring the cord for each project
• kit includes a sentiment stamp for inside the card
• all inclusive kit - all you need to add are scissors
• feel free to use your personal touch and creativity on each card

Timesaver Tip: separate and sort the products for each card before assembling. 

Here's Sara to show you the Christmas Whimsy kit - watch all the way through for her fun tips! 

Let me show you how to make a super easy pop up gift card holder

Hi fellow crafters! I hope that you are having lots of creative fun trying last week's gift card holder idea.  In today's video I am going to show you  a second gift card holder, one that pops up the gift card inside. It's super easy to make! 

 

My project will be a thank you project using the Beauty of Friendship stamp set, Tasteful Labels dies and the gorgeous Blackberry Beauty designer series paper. But you can adapt this idea for any occasion that you need. 

 

I chose the Beauty of Friendship stamp set for its phrases. The sentiments in this set help you to celebrate the good times and the good people in your life. And this set has a set of matching dies that you can bundle together for a 10% discount. Yay for discounts!

 

The Blackberry Beauty paper features the traditional autumn images of leaves, sprigs, and birds paired but it also has this cool nontraditional color palette, especially with the added shine of gold foil accents! I used a left-over piece for today's project. 

Here's my pop-up card gift holder!

And here's what it looks like open (with my library card, HA!):

Want to give this idea a try? Here's what you need.

Supplies

Stamp set: Beauty of Friendship (154983)

Ink: Cinnamon Cider; Blackberry Bliss

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

        Blackberry Bliss: 4 1/4" x 8 1/2"
        Very Vanilla: (2) 4" x 2"; 4" x 2 1/4"
        Blackberry Beauty: 6" x 1 3/4" 
        Cinnamon Cider: 5 1/4" x 2" 
        Early Espresso: scrap

Misc: Tasteful Labels dies (152886); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Medium Daisy punch (149517); 1/4" circle punch (optional); 1" circle punch (optional); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Note: I have a question for you: would you be interested in an online class that shows you how to create a variety of gift card holders? If you would like this class, then please write YES in the comments under this blog post and I will get working on it right away! 

Here's my video: be sure to watch all the way through the video for my bonus tips and design suggestions AND to see a second gift card idea using the same technique.

 

Do you know how to turn a fun fold card into a gift card holder?

Hi fellow crafters! In the past few weeks I have shared several different fun fold ideas and I hope that you are having lots of creative fun trying them out. In today's video I am going to show you how to take one of those fun fold ideas and turn it into a gift card holder. My project will be a birthday card idea using the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set, Beautifully Penned designer series paper and Pierced Blooms dies.

 

The Sweet Ice Cream set includes ice cream cones, sprinkles, birthday greetings, sweet sentiments, and more, that will make everyone's heart melt. Perfect for today's project.

 

 

I love the Pierced Blooms dies because you are able to die cut flowers in several sizes, complete with stitching details, plus the leaves and centres to go with them. Try them on handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and other paper crafts. I used these dies to create colorful elements for my card. 

 

 

For my gift card idea I am going to pair the Pierced Blooms dies with the Beautifully Penned designer paper which you can earn for FREE but only until the end of this month. Click here to read more about Stampin' Up!s  Sale-a-Bration promotion if you want to learn how you can earn the Beautifully Penned paper for free.

 

This paper has a watercolor look in various black tones, making it easy to use with any color or any style for your projects. Its neutral tones and designs also allow you to explore coloring techniques with Stampin' Blends, Water Painters, and more.

 

 

Tip: click on any of the product photos above to order them at my online store! 

 

Here's my fun fold gift card:

 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sweet Ice Cream (158224)

Ink: Poppy Parade, Granny Apple Green

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Poppy Parade: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"; (2) 2" squares; 4 1/4" x 9 3/4"; (2) 1" squares

        Basic White: 1 1/2" x 1"' 3 1/8" x 1"; 2" x 1 1/2"

        Granny Apple Green: (2) 1 1/2" x 1 3/4"

        Beautifully Penned: 4 1/8" x 5 3/8"; (5) 3 1/8" 4 1/8"

Misc: Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Stitched Rectangles dies (optional); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Fine Tip Glue Pen; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Basic Pearls Jewels (optional); Pierced Blooms dies (154312);  Beautifully Penned designer series paper (156630); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

 

Here's my video; remember to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas, AND for a second idea using the same fun fold technique. 

 

 

This fun fold card is easy to create and looks so pretty too

Hi fellow crafters! I love when I get an email from one of my Pinterest followers , asking me to feature a fun fold technique, so Lavonne this video is for you!  I am going to show you the center step technique, which, once again, is perfect for many occasions.  I will be using my Poinsettia Petals stamp set and matching dies and the Tidings of Christmas designer series paper.

 

 

For the main element on my card I decided to use my Poinsettia Petals stamp set and dies - giving my Center Step card a Christmas theme. 

 

 

The Poinsettia Petals set includes images that help you to create custom poinsettias and messages - I really like the variety of Christmas phrases that I can choose from for my holiday cards. The inset pieces for the leaves and poinsettia layers add interesting and textural details - so cool.

 

I also chose to use my Tidings of Christmas designer series paper (love the colors and designs!):

 

 

The Tidings of Christmas paper pack it's sized just right for card fronts. Each sheet is double-sided for twice the options. One side has seasonal designs; the other has all-occasion basic designs. If you have any left over pieces or sheets after the holidays, you can use the basic designs (non-holiday side) for any other projects you want, such as more cards or accents on scrapbook pages. 

 

Here's my Poinsettia Petals Center Step card:

 

 

And here's a side view. To see how to make this card, check out my video below. 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Poinsettia Petals (158251)

Ink: Evening Evergreen

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Evening Evergreen: 8 1/2" x 6"; 4 3/4" x 2 1/2" 
        Tidings of Christmas: 4" x 3 3/4"; (2) 7/8" squares; (2) 3 1/8" x 7/8"
        Basic White: 4" x 3 3/4"; 3/4 " square; 2 1/2" x 1 1/2" 
        Cherry Cobbler: 3 1/2" square; 3 1/4" square; 2 1/2" square; 1 1/4" square; 

Misc: Poinsettia dies (153522); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Stampin' Cut & Emboss machine, Stampin' Dimensionals; Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels (146924); Tidings of Christmas designer series paper (155718)

Want to place an order for the products I used to make this card? Here's the link to my online store - I'd love to be your demonstrator of choice! 

Here's my video. Be sure to watch all the way through the video for my bonus tips and design suggestions AND to see a second card idea using the same technique.

Want to see the next catalog item I am going to buy?

There are so many yummy choices in the new Aug-Dec Mini Catalog and sometimes it's hard to choose where to begin! 

Unless you decide to join my team and select a LOT of these products for your starter kit (can you say $125 in products, plus a BONUS bundle?), there are other ways to approach this 'dilemma'. Here's my advice:

• Think seasonally

As much as I wanted to purchase Christmas items when the catalog first launched I decided to make a list of everything I wanted and then to see which ones I was likely to use before the others. 

Why don't you do the same? Click on the 'wish list' photo below to download it to your device as a Word Doc.

 

 

Now, take some time filling it in with all the items in the Mini that you want to purchase. 

Next, think seasonally:

• Fall/Autumn
• Halloween
• Thanksgiving
• Winter
• Christmas

Now head back to you list and see what you noted there. Any fall items? Halloween? Thanksgiving? If you can say yes, then being with those items on your first (or next!) order. That way you will get them in time to make some awesome projects before even thinking of Christmas. 

Here's the best part: space out your purchases over Sale-a-Bration and earn free products with your order! Click here if you don't know what Sale-a-Bration is (gasp). So take your wish list and split it into two or three parts. Order some this month, some next month and if you still have items that you haven't crossed off, order those in October. Just know that in October there is no bonus Sale-a-bration choice. 

This has been my go-to strategy for years and it works really well - even though I swear I can hear all those amazing Christmas items calling my name (ha). 

Want to see the next item I am going to purchase? Peaceful Cabin #156816

The moment I spotted this bundle I knew I had to have it for my Christmas cards this year. But, I see so many more uses than just for Christmas. I also see fall (yes, we actually have a quaint cabin in the woods), winter and Christmas. Plus the phrases are great for occasions such as friendship, thank you and maybe even farewell. And the scrapbook page possibilities are endless! 

Peaceful Cabin is part of an entire product suite. Have a look at this video that Stampin' Up! published when this new Mini catalog went live: 

I am sure you can see why I want this bundle (and more!). What is the first or next item on your wish list? Leave me a comment to let me know! 

 

This drop-down gatefold masculine card has a fun surprise inside

Hi fellow crafters! Today I am going to show you a fun twist on the gatefold card technique - a twist that creates a fun surprise inside.  I will be using my Sailing Home stap set and matching Smooth Sailing dies, my Layering Circles dies and  a brand new product from Stampin' Up!s Sale-a-Bration catalog!

 

You are going to love this technique!

 

If you are looking for products for masculine cards, or beachy scrapbook pages the Sailing Home stamp set and matching dies is for you. Whether you're sailing home or going off to new adventures, the images and sentiments in the Sailing Home set will inspire you on your journey. This set is my go-set for all cards masculine. I have also used it for graduation cards. 

 

I also used the new Beautifully Penned designer paper pack. The paper designs have a watercolor look in various black tones, making it easy to use with any color or any style for your projects. Its neutral tones and designs also allow you to explore coloring techniques with Stampin' Blends, Water Painters, and more = endless creative possibilities. 

Did you know that you can earn the Beautifully Penned paper for FREE? Click here to learn more about Stampin' Up!s Sale-a-Bration event, on now! 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Sailing Home (149457)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black

Paper and cutting dimensions:
    Smoky Slate: 10" square; 2 1/4" square
    Basic Grey: 2" square
    Basic White: 2 3/4" square; 2 1/2" x 2"; 2" x 2 1/4"; 12" x 1 1/2"; 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"; 1 3/4" x 2 1/2"; (4) 2 1/4" x 4 6/8"; 4 3/4" square
    Beautifully Penned DSP: (4) 2 1/8" x 4 3/4" ; 4 3/4" square 

Misc: Beautifully Penned designer series paper (156630); Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Layering Circles dies (151770); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Smooth Sailing dies (149576), Simply Scored, Paper Snips, Paper Cutter

Here's my video - showing you how to create this drop-down technique. Be sure to watch all the way through the video for my bonus tips and design suggestions AND to see a second idea using the same technique.

 

This elegant Christmas suite collection will have you crafting like a pro

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas with the Painted Christmas Suite Collection.

This elegant suite collection includes all the coordinated products you need to do Christmas crafting like a pro. The traditional colors and elegant style will take you back as you recall cherished Christmas moments. Grab this collection and you'll have what you need to send warm wishes and cheer all season long. This suite collection is also available in French.

The Painted Christmas Suite Collection includes
* Christmas Season Bundle (10% off)
* Christmas to Remember Bundle (10% off)
* Painted Christmas Designer Series Paper
* Gold Holly Leaves embellishments
* Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/2" (1.3 cm) Ribbon

Product colors: Calypso Coral, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Evening Evergreen, Garden Green, Pear Pizzazz, Real Red, Soft Sea Foam, Soft Succulent

Add ink, cardstock, and adhesive to complete your projects.

Want a peek at this suite close up? Stampin' Up! created this video to introduce all of its fine elements. And if you want to purchase the suite from me (USA only) click on the photo at the top of this post. 

 

See how to create a cute wreath Christmas card

In today's video tutorial I am going to make one last Christmas card idea, a very playful wreath card using the Home Together dies and Layering Circles dies. 

These products have been so much fun to craft with this season, so I am very sad to see that they are retiring. You can still order them until 3 January, but only while supplies last. Click on any of the product images to link over to my online store:

Trimming the Town designer series paper

Home Together dies (part of the Coming Home bundle)

Snowflake Sequins (on sale!!)

For the phrase on my card I used the Poinsettia Petals stamp set - not retiring = YAY! Right now you can purchase the set with the dies as a bundle but in next year's catalog they will be sold separately and you will lose the bundle discount:

 

 

I see today's card as a one of a kind design - created for someone special this year. If you want to see how I created it, along with bonus tips along the way, check out my video below. 

Trimming the Town wreath card

Stamp set: Poinsettia Petals (153475)

Ink: Real Red

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Real Red: 10 1/2" x 5 1/4"; scrap for house
        Whisper White: 5" square
        Old Olive: scraps to create 5 trees

Other: Trimming the Town designer series paper (retiring, 153491); Multi-purpose glue; All the Trimming Ribbon Combo Pack (retiring, 153541); Snowflake Sequins (retiring, 150443); Layering Circles dies (151770), die-cutting machine

Here's how I designed the inside of my card:

Here's my video - enjoy! 

What would you choose for this challenge?

Oooh, here's a fun card map challenge - what would you choose?

Tough right? I had sooo many favorite holiday sets to choose from that I stood in front of my stamping closet and debated for a long while. 

And then made a decision to use, once again, the Christmas Gleaming bundle. Can you tell that I am going through withdrawal already? (smiles) In case you didn't know the entire bundle is retiring on 3 January or earlier if supplies run out. Groan. 

I love this simplicity of this bundle - how easy it is to make cards using it, the gorgeous paper designs and the delicate images in the stamp set. This bundle is the real deal! 

So I used all the parts of this bundle to make my card:

Alright a bit of an extra cheat. I also used the Coming Home stamp set for the small image with the stars - a perfect compliment to the paper, don't you think?

Now it's your turn: try our card map challenge and make a holiday card using your favorite set. What will you choose? Leave me a comment below and tell me which set you'll choose! 

If you want to order this bundle before it is gone for good click here. If you want to see what the other design crew members created and their favorite holiday sets, click here. 

It's time to say a sad farewell to this

The Christmas Gleaming bundle has been one of my favorites ever - and I was so excited to see it come back this year. But, sadly, it is now on the retiring list which means that it will be gone forever as of 3 January - sooner if stock runs out. 

 

I know it has been a favorite of yours too so, today's card is my way to say a sad farewell. With a beautiful and easy card. 

I combined the paper, stamp set and the Best Plaid Builders dies to make this gorgeous card. True confession: when I bought the Best Plaid Builders dies they sat there gathering dust until I saw a card that inspired me. Now I love to craft with them!

 If you don't own these supplies yet, click here to hop on over to my Online Store!

Here's my card - it's so easy to make I bet you don't even need instructions!

But just in case:

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Best Year (152568); Christmas Gleaming (150464)
• Card Stock – Whisper White (100730) Night of Navy (100867)
• Stamp Pads – Night of Navy (147110)
• Misc. – Best Plaid Builders dies (152720); Multi-purpose Liquid Glue (154974); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Stampin' Dimensionals (104430); Brightly Gleaming designer series paper (150429); Gleaming Ornaments punch pack (150647); Whisper White ¼” Crinkled Seam Binding (151326); Stamping Sponges (141337); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)
  
  

Measurements:  

• Night of Navy cardstock         5” x 5.5”       5 3/4" x 4 1/2"
• Designer Paper                        5 3/4" x 4 1/2"
• Whisper White cardstock     3” x 2”               4 ¼” x 1”  
  
                

Instructions:

1. Score and fold Night of Navy cardstock.
2. Die-cut Night of Navy and Brightly Gleaming layers using Best Plaid Builders dies.
3. Ink ornament and stamp onto Whisper White, using Night of Navy ink. Punch.
4. Ink phrase using Night of Navy ink and stamp onto Whisper White strip.
5. Ink length of Whisper White Crinkled Seam Binding using Night of Navy ink. When dry, create bow.
6. Adhere Best Plaid Builders layers to card front using Multi-purpose Liquid Glue. Attach phrase layer.

Attach ornament using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add bow using Mini Glue Dot.

 

 

Make the perfect little gift bag for many fun occasions

Today I have a super cute treat holder idea. It's a mini treat bag that I created using my Poinsettia Petals stamp set and the Stitched Nested Labels dies. My treat holder is Christmas themed but once you know how to make these treat holders you can have lots of fun using up leftover pieces of designer paper. 

As I said my treat holder uses the Poinsettia Petals stamp set. I am thrilled that this set and the matching dies are not retiring when the catalog retires on 3 January. But in next year's catalog they will be sold separately so if you want to save $$, now is the time to purchase it:

I also used the Brightly Gleaming designer paper - sadly this paper is retiring and is only available as supplies last (until 3 January). Sigh.

Tip: Click on the product images in this blog post to hop over to my online store

I ended up making three mini treat bags to show you: two using the Brightly Gleaming paper:

Here's one, using the Night of Navy paper - see my video below on how to make it!

And here's another one, using a different patterned paper in the Brightly Gleaming pack:

And my third, using the Heartwarming Hugs and Coming Home paper packs:

Here's the trio, side by side. Super fun right!

Here's what you need to make these treat bags:

Stamp set: Poinsettia Petals

Ink: Night of Navy

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Brightly Gleaming: 6" x 4"
        Whisper White: 2 1/2" x 1 1/2"
        Copper Foil: 2" square

Other: Simply Scored (122334); Copper Foil Sheets (142020); Brightly Gleaming designer series paper (150429); Playing with Patterns Ribbon Combo Pack (152468); Stampin' Cut & Emboss machine (149653); Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals,  Tear & Tape Adhesive

Here's my video - watch for my bonus tips along the way!

How to wish someone special the sweetest season

It is not too late to purchase a Christmas bundle and make some last minute Christmas cards this season. If you are looking for a sweet set, check out the Sweetest Time set:

This set also comes as a bundle so if you have a die-cutting/embossing machine you can make a bunch of cards in a very short time. 

Here's a colorful card using this bundle that you can make in mere minutes. See below for a complete set of instructions and cutting dimensions for the cardstock. 

Make a statement with the bold candle trio in the Sweetest Time stamp set. Pair it with other festive images such as candy canes and holly, and you have the start of beautiful holiday projects.

Supplies: 

• Stamps – Sweetest Time (153436)
• Paper – Garden Green (102584); Whisper White (100730)
• Ink –Real Red (147084); Garden Green (147089); Crushed Curry (147087)
• Other – Sweetest Borders Dies (153559); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

Cutting & Scoring:  

• Garden Green 5 ½ x 8 ½ score at 4 ¼; 4 ¼ x 3 ¼
• Whisper White 5 ¼ x 4; 4 x 3   

Instructions:

• Fold the Garden Green cardstock for the card base
• Adhere the Whisper White layer to the card base
• Stamp the candles using Real Red ink on the smaller white mat
• Stamp the flames on top the candles using Crushed Curry ink
• Stamp the leaves using Garden Green ink on Whisper White scraps
• Cut the leaves out with the coordinating die
• Stamp the holly berries using Real Red ink on Whisper White scraps
• Cut the holly berries out using the coordinating die
• Adhere the Whisper White layer to the Garden Green layer
• Adhere leaves and holly berries with Stampin’ Dimensionals as shown

Why not try an unusual Christmas card this year?

I think it's really good to stretch our creative muscles every once in a while and this week I certainly did that! The Paper Craft Crew card map challenge is really nothing special:

Looks very simple, right? But I decided to do something quite out of the ordinary for me. I chose a left over piece of Poinsettia Place paper for the large rectangle:

Then I chose the 'black' layer next, a phrase from the Trimming the Town paper. The background was stamped using the Snowfront stamp set. 

Happy so far. But the paper layer seemed so plain that I decided to stamp and color the holly leaf image from the Christmas Gleaming stamp set:

Ready to see my card? I do love it but it is waaaayyyyy out of my comfort zone.

Now it is your turn! Try the above card map and see what you come up with. And if you want to see what the other crew members made using this map, click here to head on over to the Paper Craft Crew website. 

How to transform a colorful card into a gift card holder!

This week I am going to show you a second gift card idea, perfect to pop into the mail without a lot of extra weight. To make this gift card I used the Poinsettia Petals stamp set (for the phrase), the Trimming the Town paper and the Home Together dies (seen below). 

As I say on my video below I adore this designer paper. The colors are bright and the patterns are delightful. I especially love that you can use some of the Home Together dies to cut out the houses and trees for your projects. 

If you want the MAC DADDY of all suites, get the entire Trimming the Town suite at a discount. That's what I did and with no regrets as I have made good use of them all!

Finally I used a piece of the Heartwarming Hugs paper on my card, which nicely compliments the Trimming the Town strip that I used:

Click on any of the photos above to link over to my online store (USA only). Contact me at terri@nutzaboutstamping.com if you live in Europe! 

Here's a photo of my Trimming the Town gift card. You can see it is partially open in the photo. Watch the video below to see how to make this project, step by step, and watch for my bonus tips along the way. 

Trimming the Town gift card holder

Stamp set: Poinsettia Petals (153475)

Ink: Old Olive

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Old Olive: 11" x 4 1/4"; 3" x 4"
        Trimming the Town: 1" x 4"
        Heartwarming Hugs: 4" square
        Whisper White: 2 3/4" x 1 1/2"

Other: Home Together dies (153515); Trimming the Town designer series paper (153491); Heartwarming Hugs designer series paper (153492); All the Trimmings Ribbon Combo pack (153451); Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Trimmer (with scoring blade); Layering Ovals dies (151771); 1" punch; Tear & Tape adhesive; Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

Here's my video - thanks for watching. 

Do you love an old fashioned Christmas?

I really can't decide. I usually prefer Christmas projects that are on the cutsey and modern side - especially if they have a Scandinavian feel to them. 

But every once in a while I see some products that make my creative heart sing. And today I want to share this simple but gorgeous card that has a bit of a surprise inside. 

The old fashioned Christmas tone comes from the Toile Tidings paper. Perfect for cardmaking and gift packaging, you'll love the Toile Tidings paper for its pastoral theme and designs, and basic patterns in classic Christmas colors. This papercrafting staple is great scrapbook paper, card making paper, and more!

The fun detail on this card is the embossed spine using the Winter Snow embossing folder. The phrase and leaves come from  the Poinsettia Petals bundle. 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Poinsettia Petals (153475) or Merry Christmas stamp of your choice
• Card Stock – Real Red (102482); Garden Green (102584); Very Vanilla (101650)
• Misc. – Garden Green Stampin’ Write Marker from the Regals Assortment (147155); Toile Tidings Designer Series Paper (DSP)  (150432); 3/8” Reversible Ribbon (149496); Playful Pets Trim Combo (152466); Sweetest Borders dies (153559); Winter Snow Embossing Folder (153577); Label Me Lovely Punch (151296); All The Trimmings Embellishments (153540); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Stampin’ Seal (152813); Dimensionals (104430)

Measurements:  

• Real Red cardstock:                         5 1/2” x 5 1/4”
• Garden Green cardstock:                         scraps for leaves
• Very Vanilla:                                                 Inside layer: 5 1/4" x 4", scrap for greeting
• Toile Tidings DSP:                                      5 1/2” x 4 1/4”
• 3/8” Reversible Ribbon: 17”
• Red ribbon from Playful Pets Trim Combo: 7”                   

Instructions:

1. With the 5 1/4" edge resting at the top of your trimmer, score 1” all the way down the piece of cardstock.
2. Emboss the 1” edge with the Winter Snow Embossing folder.
3. Using Stampin’ Seal, adhere the DSP to the back of the embossed cardstock.
4. Wrap reversible ribbon around card front and tie a square knot. Trim excess as needed.
5. Tie the red trim around the reversible ribbon and tie in a small bow; trim excess as needed.
6. Punch the label shape from Very Vanilla cardstock using the Label Me Lovely punch.
7. Using Garden Green marker, stamp the “Merry” part only just above the center of the label shape. Cover the “Merry” part with cello or masking tape then ink the “Christmas” part and stamp below “Merry” on the label shape.
8. Using the holly leaf dies (those with the veins and those without the veins) die cut a variety of the 2 sizes of leaves (I used 3 large leaves and 2 small veined leaves). Stack a veined leaf with a solid leaf if desired for some of these using Stampin’ Seal. Using Stampin’ Seal, adhere one pair on the top lower corner of the label and using 2 or more dimensionals, adhere 2 more leaves to the to right corner (see picture for placement if desired). Add more dimensionals to the back of the label layer and adhere above center on the front of the card (see picture if desired).
9. Adhere the remaining large leaf to the top right corner of the inside panel.
10. Add one rhinestone on top of the dot of the “I” in Christmas. Add one red holly berry from the All the Trimmings embellishments and add 3 holly berries to the bottom point of the holly leaf on the inside panel.
11. Enjoy sending your beautiful card to someone special.

Here's one idea for the inside of the card - can you see the surprise?

I think this card would be perfect for someone who loves a vintage look as this card certainly has a vintage feel to it. If you want to order the Toile Tidings paper, click the photo of the paper pack (above). That will link you right to the exact spot at my online store!

Today's challenge: create something that reflects the holidays

Ohhh, this card map challenge is super fun, right? You can create whatever you want as long as it reflects the holidays! As soon as I saw this challenge I knew I would like it. 

I immediately went to my all time favorite Winter Holidays bundle: Trimming the Town suite. 

This suite just makes me happy and I love using it for my Christmas projects this year. If you haven't seen all the cards I have made so far this season, scroll back through my blog and have a look. Lots of fun ideas to give you inspiration.

For my card I chose to use the dies for a background with trees, dies for the houses (cut from a sheet of the corresponding designer paper), the stamp set for the background snowflakes and the designer paper for the phrase. 

My Trimming the Town card came together in mere seconds, and I love it:

Now it's your turn: have a look at your crafting supplies and see what you can create that reflects the holidays. If you want to see what the other design crew members made for this challenge, click here. We invite you to upload your project for us to see too - look the link under the challenge.