Baby Buggy Gift Card Holders

     The minute I saw these really cute baby buggies on Paper Craft Central, I knew I had to make one.  Not only did I make one, but I made 2!  One in pink and one in blue.

     I made the pink one for a great friend and his wife who had a baby girl in May.  The blue one I made for a dear friend to give her cousin as a baby shower gift.

     The flat top, where the bow is, opens up, and a gift card, (or money), fits perfectly inside.  Here is a top view of the buggies:

     I must admit, when I first made the pink one, I was intimidated by the project.  There are many steps and many ways for me to mess it up.  It took me a month to finish the project.  Not that I worked on it for a month, but that I was too nervous to make it.  I wanted it to be perfect - it was a gift.  I laugh at myself now - I had nothing to worry about.  Despite all the steps, and my concern for messing it up, this project really is simple.  So simple, that I had the blue one made in 2 hours, from start to finish, including set up and clean up time.

     You can purchase the directions to make this buggy, and a matching card, at Paper Craft Central.

RECIPE (general info)

CARD STOCK:  

     PINK - Pretty in Pink & Rose Red DSP

     BLUE - Tempting Turquoise card stock & DSP

STAMP:  Tiny Tags

INKS:  Pretty in Pink/Tempting Turquoise 

TOOLS:  Whisper White & Pretty in Pink Grosgrain Ribbon, Pretty in Pink & Tempting Turquoise buttons, Eyelet Edge Punch (retired), Jewelry Tag Punch, Clear & Turquoise rhinestone brads, Sticky Strip, Glue Dots, & S.N.A.I.L. Adhesive

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     I'm thinking about holding a class on making one of these cute baby buggy gift card holders.  If you are interesting in making one, please let me know.  If I get enough interest, I will set up a class - at a date and time where everyone who wants to make one can attend.

Happy Saturday!

Valentine Candy Box

      Over the past 3 weeks, I discovered the Stampin' UP! Sizzix die - Box #2.  Let me tell you - I LOVE THIS DIE!!!!!!  First I made the really cute double sided candy box (HERE) CASEd from Angie Kennedy Juda.  Then I made this:

     It was so easy to make.  The hardest part was deciding how to decorate the front, (which took me 3 days to decide - too many options).  I hope you like what I came up with.

RECIPE:

CARD STOCK:  Pink Pirouette & Cherry Cobbler


INK:  Versa Mark & Cherry Cobbler


STAMPS:  Tiny Tags & En Francais


TOOLS:  Big Shot, Sizzix Die Box #2, Scalloped Heart of Hearts Embosslit, Jewelry Tag Punch, Basic Rhinestones Jewel Accents, Pinking Hearts Border Punch, Whisper White 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon, Glue Dots, & Dimensionals

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Happy Tuesday!

Valentine's Day!

It's only 28 days away!

Are you stuck for an idea for a handmade Valentine?  Do want to make something quick and easy?  Are you looking for a idea for your kids, neices/nephews/grandkids?  If so, I have the class for you!

What:  Valentine's Class~make a card (filled with candy) and a bookmark

When:  Sunday, January 24, 2010

Where:  My house (email me if you need directions)

Time:  1:00 PM

Cost:  $8 or FREE with a $35 Stampin' UP! order

Bring with you:  adhesive and scissors

Provided:  All materials to make both the card and the bookmark, candy to put in the card, a direction sheet, and a really good time with your stamping friends.

RSVP: No later than January 21st, so I have enough supplies for everyone.

I hope you can make it!  These Valentine's are very easy and fun to make!

Happy Saturday!