It's a Heat Wave!

Hey Everyone - here are my latest ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) for the SVG Cuts Swap on their Forum. The theme for this time is Heat Wave. I love a big old glass of iced tea with a lemon on a summer day so decided to work in the lemon.

The lemon is from the Fruity Fiesta SVG Kit from SVG Cuts.

The ATCs swaps are so fun - it is happy mail for sure when you go to the mailbox!

Here is a cute little box I made ~ perfect for a little gift. It is from SVG Cuts Hippity Hoppity SVG Kit.

Thanks for stopping on by today. 

Sweet Treats

Yum! While I was off for Thanksgiving I created some sweet treats to give away for the holidays. I can always remember my Mom making chocolates so I decided to give it a try. It is really quite easy:

STEP 1

Hit the Store:

• Buy the chocolate in bulk (I made a 5lb bag) • Buy some candy papers • Buy the goodies to mix in 

STEP 2 

Start Making it:

• Melt the chocolate in bowl (I did for 1 min in the microwave) • Stir it, add goodies and fill the paper cups • I placed the paper cups in a mini muffin pan • Refrigerate for a bit and pack them up

Here is what I mixed in: • Rice Krispies • Mini Pretzels with Sprinkles • Peanuts • Coconut • Mixed Nuts 

I also had some molds with an H on them - I put two in a paper for “Happy Holidays”

Don’t you hate when you bite into a chocolate and it is a mystery?
I do! I made a little key and made up cute names for my chocolates.
Here is a look at the art I printed out on my printer.

Here is a look at my completed boxes. I used the boxes from SVG Cuts Christmas Open House SVG Kit.

I added some other elements and cut Stampables from Punkin Patch Stamps and stamped the sentiments.

Papers are from Basic Grey - Aspen Frost. Love this line!

These were so fun to make - hope you give a try!

Have you seen my latest SVG Cuts Design Team Project? If not go check it out.
My boys are loving the elf on the shelf. The elf returns back to her home every morning.

Don't forget to mark your calendars...SVG Cuts 12 Days of Christmas starts December 13th.

Stop by to see the amazing giveaway for the 1st day!

Join the other 17,000 cool crafters over on their FB Page.

Have a great weekend!

Grad Party Gift

I am heading to a Grad Party today and thought hmmm...maybe I'll make a card then thought maybe I will make a 3D creation for the graduate.

So here is what I came up with ~ it’s a gift box at the bottom and added the 3D Graduation Cap which I plan to fill with goodies and I added a 3D M for not only the grad’s initial but also the school mascot (Mustangs). I used the school colors throughout the project.

So here is how it all came together:

~ STEP 1 ~

 Started with the Glove Box from the Mothers Garden SVG Kit from SVG Cuts. I cut it at 100%.

I added a ribbon in the dark purple. Papers are from Basic Grey Shine On. I picked it up at Joanns - was so excited to see Joanns carrying Basic Grey 12x12 paper pads!

~ STEP 2 ~

 Cut and assemble the Grad Cap from SVG Cuts’ Graduation Day SVG Kit. I also cut at 100%.

It cut perfect on my Sizzix Eclips & I watched the assembly video which also gave tips on creating the tassle from embroidery floss. It was so incredibly easy to put together. I am going to put some candies in the cap.

~ STEP 3 ~

 And last but not least thought it needed a little something to balance out the design so I cut a 3D “M” from SVG Cuts’ 3D Letters Kit. This is about 3" high.

I adhered the cap box and 3D M to the glove box with hot glue.

 If you are going to a grad party try one of these for the graduate!

Have you spotted the latest kit from SVG Cuts? 

Oh it is just perfect for all your summer crafting projects. 

Stop by their site to check out the Wet N Wild Kit!

Have a great weekend!

Be My Valentine!

I had a blast creating these Valentine Boxes! I just love cutting on my Sizzix Eclips and assembling but have to say had just as much fun embellishing these with my Creative Charms.

I started with the boxes - they are from SVG Cuts ~ Bundle of Joy SVG Kit ~ Baby Block Box. I had room on the mat for the square accent pieces and cut everything and mixed them up. I assembled using my hot glue gun - my go to tool for 3D projects.


I then started to embellish with Creative Charms. I added some stamped images from Punkin’ Patch Stamps. They offer SVGs called Stampables. You cut them and stamp them. Have to say they are fun. I colored some of the stamped images in with my Copic Markers.

Here are the details of each box:

1 ~ Creative Charms Gradient Pearls ~ LOVE Stamp from Punkin’ Patch Stamps
2 ~ CC Gradient Gems ~ Be Mine from SVG Cuts, 24 Valentines
3 ~ Felt Hearts from CC ~ XOXO Stamp from PP Stamps
4 ~ Vintage Velvet Poppie in Pastel Pink from Creative Charms ~ Love Struck from PP Stamps
5 ~ CC Braided Daisy Medley in Pink ~ U.R. Cool from PP Stamps
6 ~ Felt Hearts from Creative Charms

Papers are from Basic Grey ~ Kissing Booth & Bo Bunny

If you have some special Valentines ~ make them a little box and fill with goodies, jewelry or something special!

Wedding Favors

Hey everyone, it’s that time of the year when young ladies get engaged and have to start planning for that special day. My friend’s niece is getting married in the fall and she asked me to do some wedding favor prototypes.

Here are a few simple boxes I created:

Here is the first box which features Vintage Poppies with Pearl Brads in Ivory.
I also used the Gradient Pearl Stickers.


The second box features the following Creative Charms products:
Vintage Pearl Brads ~ Grey Pearl
I cut the monogram along with the actual boxes on my Sizzix eclips using Ecal software.
The boxes are from SVG Cuts - the box is one piece that fits on a 12x12 mat.
They offered these for free at Christmas, aren’t they great?
Hopefully you picked these up while Mary & Leo offered them.


Here is the box open, it can fit plenty of goodies!
Papers are from BasicGrey - Little Black Dress line.

These boxes would also make a great birthday or party favor. Would be perfect for the wedding shower or the wedding day. Thanks for stopping by today and happy crafting!

Creative Charms Deal of the Month

Only a few days left to grab the Creative Charms Deal of the Month!

Oh My Lucky Charms - 111 Piece Deal of the Month

Each Deal Contains:

• 18" Green Vintage Velvet Ric Rac
• 12" Green Wide Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon
• Green Flower Brads - 3 Pieces
• Green Gem Brads - 9 Pieces
• Green Pure Blossoms - 6 Pieces
• Green Large Sparkly Flower - 1 Pieces
• Green Groovy Petal Medley - 8 Pieces
• Green Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
• Green Gradient Gem Stickers - 72 Pieces
• Greeen Fuzzy Hearts - 2 Pieces
• Green Fun Flowers - 4 Pieces

Everything Only $ 6.99

Here are a few projects I created using the Deal of the Month.

This first one is a birthday box perfect for some jewelry or a small gift.

It uses the following Creative Charms products: Green Braided Daisy Medley • Green Gradient Gem Stickers • Green Gem Brads

The box is an SVG from the SVG Cuts Amelie’s Accessories Collection. Papers are from Bo Bunny Sun Kissed Afternoon. Stamp from Pink By Design.

This is an Easter Take Out box perfect for filling with Easter treats and goodies.

I used the following Creative Charms Products: Green Fun Flowers • Green Gradient Gem Stickers • Green Flower Brads • 12" Green Wide Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon

Take out Box file is from the SVG Cuts Crush On You Boxes SVG Kit.

Make sure you get the Deal before it is gone...perfect for scrapping St. Patrick’s Day too!

Amy

Christmas Bags & Boxes

Hope you had a wonderful holiday! We sure did at our house ~ we had Santa visit our home on Thursday and had Christmas Eve & Christmas Day at our home! It sure was fun.

I had some time to create these gift bags & pillow box before all the festivities. These were all cut on the Cricut using SCAL. They are from the SVG Cuts Christmas Bags & Boxes Collection.



This first one features The Joy Star Bag. I accented with Gradient Gems & Brads from Creative Charms.

This is the Pillow Box from the SVG Cuts Christmas Bags & Boxes Collection. I used the banners from the Joy Star Box to create the name. I added some Creative Charm Gradient Gems.

This is the Presents Bag from the same collection. I also cut the manger scene from the O Holy Night Collection. I added CC Pearls to accent the bag.


I entered the Star Bag & Manger Bag into the SVG Cuts Challenge - Check out the great entries here.

Have a Happy New Year!

Wedding Favor

I was taking a look at the little Valentine Box I made and thought it would make a cute wedding favor. It fits 12 Hershey Kisses so it is a good size. You can cut it on the Create (12 x 6).

The file already has the score lines in there so it is super easy to assemble and adding the cuts and embellishments was so fun. I used an embossed paper for my house - from K & Company.



I printed the Bride & Groom's names and the wedding date for the side panel. The top panels (roof of the house) have the Guest's names and Table #. I printed the type on my printer.

I used files from SVG Cuts for the cut files.
Here are the details on the SVG Cuts files I used:
Scalloped Edge - Freebie from 11/18/09
Rose Flowers - Freebie from 1/21/10
Scalloped Frame - From Christmas Cookie Party Collection
Leaves for Roses - 3D Mums & Fall Flowers Collection
I made the door with the heart cutout.



This uses the same house structure as the Small Valentine House. If you missed it click here to DOWNLOAD.

I've already received a request for a St. Patty's Day house and an Easter house. Hope you are not getting tired of these houses!

Small Valentine Box

As promised here is a version of the Valentine Box that will cut on the Cricut Create (12x6). It is quite a bit smaller than the other one but it makes a really cute favor box. It fits about 12 Hershey kisses.

The structure cuts as all one piece and has the score lines on it (score lines will take awhile):


And here are the elements to add on to the house:

Same routine as the larger house.
1. Cut the Structure & fold on all the scores.
2. Add cut elements and embellishments.
3. Add adhesive to the tab and adhere to the other side.
4. Fold in the tabs at the bottom and then the notched tabs at the bottom.
5. Fill with treats.
6. Fold in the small top flaps.
7. Fold in the other top flaps one at a time.
You are done!

If you'd like the Structure SVG & the Elements click here to DOWNLOAD.
I've also included a SCUT file for SCAL II. It has each SVG on a separate layer.

Stop by again- I am going to create a Wedding Favor using this box.

Valentine Gift Box

Why re-invent the wheel, right? I created a Gingerbread House for Christmas and loved making and putting it together. (See the side panel of my blog for a photo).

I decided to create a Valentine Gift Box using the same structure. I turned the icicles into scallops and added lots of hearts. There are only 3 SVGs for this file. Each is on a separate layer in SCAL 2 (Sure Cuts Alot).

The Structure:

The Background:

The Elements:

Here are step by step instructions:

STEP 1: Cut the Structure SVG 2 times using white card stock. Please note - there are score lines on this and it does take awhile.


STEP 2: Cut the Background SVG 2 times using whatever background color you want. I used a red stock. I would recommend a paper that isn't too thick. Mount the background paper to the white cardstock. I use spray mount and I roll over it to make sure all is secure.



STEP 3: Cut the Elements SVG 2 times. I used various colors and stocks for this. You can layout it out on the mat and cut all at once. (see photo below) If you want to mix up the color scheme - go for it!



STEP 4: Adhere the cut elements to the house and embellish. I used Creative Charms embellishments. (I added more embellishments to the door panel after I took this photo).



STEP 5: Attach two pieces together and add some adhesive to the tab to secure.


STEP 6: Fold on all the score lines and fold up 2 bottom flaps and fold in the 2 bottom flaps that have the notches. Fold in the top/side flaps and fold in one of the top flaps and then the other. Add in some yummy heart cutout cookies or a Valentine gift.



I'm including the SVG and the SCUT file in the ZIP file. If you'd like to alter or if you are using SCAL 1 and need to reimport the SVGs here are the measurements:

Elements SVG: w 9.33 h 10.08
Background: w 10.2 h 8.73
Structure: w 10.9 h 11.38

If you decide to make one please send me an image via email - would love to see it!

For the SVGs, SCUT and a PDF of the instructions click here to DOWNLOAD.

I plan to make a mini version of this for anyone that has the Cricut Create. It will be about 3" tall. It will not have all the detail but it will be cute! Stop by again!