Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Mint Tin Workshop

December's workshop uses our hinged-lid Mint Tins. We have two sizes, the Hinge Top Tins or the Small Hinge Top Tins. Check out these wonderful projects for lots of ideas!

***Click on the photos for a larger view of the projects.

Jewelry Gift Box by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn

Thankful Peaceful Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances
Ambiente Paige Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances
Bliss Pearl Embellishments by Kaisercraft
Flower Shop Glitter White/Cream Tin Collection Blossoms by Making Memories
Old Paper Distress Ink by Ranger
Friends Rub-On Transfers by Melissa Frances (will be back in stock in February)
Mia Die-Cuts by Crate Paper

Kisses Lip Gloss Tin by Jessica Witty

Small Hinge Top Tins
Heather Bailey Icons Rub-On Expressions by Autumn Leaves
Heather Bailey Word Art Rub-On Expressions by Autumn Leaves
Spirit Lime Dot Paper by Creative Cafe
Orange Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft

Instructions:

1. Add lip gloss to tin. See recipe below.
2. Sand top of tin to help paint adhere easier. Paint with white paint and allow to dry.
3. Add run-ons to top of tin.

Card Instructions:

1. Make top fold card from white cardstock.
2. Add bird and sentiments rub-ons.
3. Cut strip of Striped paper and add to bottom; embellish with ribbon.

To make lip gloss: I looked for a recipe that did not require a lot of specialized ingredients so that I could use what I had on hand. I ended up coming up with my own recipe using only Aquaphor Healing Ointment and a bit of Crystal Lite drink flavoring. I just heated the Aquaphor in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then stirred in some of the drink mix for color and flavor. Then I just poured the gloss into the tin. The tin has tiny holes in the back side for the hinges, so just be sure to stop pouring once the gloss gets near that spot. The gloss will harden back up a bit so the holes in the tin will not be an issue.

Tags For You Tin by Anabelle O'Malley

Hinge Top Tins
Cardmaking Clear Acrylic Stamps by Making Memories
Jigsaw Shapes Flowers Bright by Making Memories
Bloom Label Stickers by Narratives
Cross My Heart Paper by Paper Salon
First Blush Floral Paper by Paper Salon
Lovely Lace Paper by Paper Salon
Mint Green Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft

Instructions:

1. Cover top of tin with Cross My Heart Paper.
2. Cover sides of tin with First Blush and Lovely Lace Paper.
3. Cover inside of tin with Lovely lace and bottom with Cross My Heart Paper.
4. Adhere chipboard flowers and leaf to top. Use foam adhesive to add smaller flowers and add rhinestones.
5. Create tag for top using paper scraps. Write word "tags" and stamp "for you" on tag; adhere and add jewels.
6. To create tags, stamp "for you" or "to and from" on circle stickers. Adhere to Cross My Heart paper and cut out with decorative scissors. Punch small hole at top and add floss; place tags in tin.

Happy Birthday Gift Tin by Lisa Dorsey

Hinge Top Tins
Passport Fragil Pattern Paper by Making Memories
Pocket Full of Rosies Lil' Brudders Pattern Paper by Sassafras Lass
Out & About No. 2 Tiny Dots Paper by My Mind's Eye
Everyday Basics Rub-On Transfers by October Afternoon
Brown Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon by May Arts
Sentiments Clear Stamps by Heidi Grace
Antique Linen Distress Crackle Paint by Ranger
Solid Color Baker's Twine by Martha Stewart Crafts
Scallop Paper Edgers Scissors by Fiskars
Going Places Bag-O-Buttons by Autumn Leaves

Instructions:

1. Paint tin with brown acrylic paint. It may take tow coats to cover tin; allow to dry completely.
2. Paint a thick coat of crackle paint on top of brown paint; allow to dry.
3. Cut a 3" wide piece of Passport paper and ink edges.
4. Cut a 2.25" strip of yellow side of Pocket Full of Rosies paper and ink edges.
5. Attach a thin strip of red polka dot paper to each edge of the yellow, distress the edges and adhere to the center of the Passport paper. Wrap around the tin.
6. Tie polka dot ribbon around wrap.
7. Create tag by stamping sentiment on cream paper with brown ink. Ink the edges and adhere to red cardstock.
8. Use scalloped edge scissors to cut out the tag and attach to ribbon with a button and baker's twine.
My Darling Mini Album and Tin by Melissa Phillips

Hinge Top Tins
Sonoma Little Princess Cardstock Stickers by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Sonoma Snapshot Cardstock Stickers by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Sonoma Grove Street Pattern Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Fawnd of You Too Bouquet of Bliss Pattern Paper by Sassafras Lass
Carefree Hearts Paper by Heidi Swapp
Daydream Journaling Cards Die-Cuts by October Afternoon
From My Heart Cardstock Stickers by Karen Foster Design
Baby Pink Precious Finds Adhesive Gems by EK Success
Two Scoops Chip Stickers Alphabet Chipboard by Basic Grey
Baby Die-Cut Assortment Card by My Mind's Eye
Noteworthy Addie Alphabet Chipboard by Making Memories
Tiny Black on White Alpha Stickers by Making Memories

Instructions:

1. Create a mini album to tuck perfectly inside tin by measuring die-cut cards and trimming them to fit down inside.
2. Attach pictures, gems, stickers, chipboard hearts and buttons to embellish each card.
3. Record special memories and favorite things on other die-cut cards.
4. Punch a hole at the top of each card and tie with ribbon to secure and create an album.
5. To embellish the tin, trace top of tin on patterned paper, cut out, ink edges and adhere.
6. Cut paper to fit around tin; ink and adhere in place.
7. Adhere pom pom trim around upper edge of tin.
8. Attach sticker and chipboard letters to spell out title of project. Embellish with gems and a strip of knotted ribbon; adhere in place.
9. Cut paper to fit inside lid of tin; ink and adhere in place.
10. Ink edges of die-cut journaling spot and adhere to center.
11. Spell out title with chipboard letters and tiny alphabet stickers and embellish with a gem.
-

Thursday, December 25, 2008

After Christmas Sale

Click on the photo for larger view and details:

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Monday, December 22, 2008

December Sketch by Melissa

Melissa has created some wonderful sketches for the next few months.....here's the first!

































































Joy & Laughter Card by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn


Tinsel Town 5th Avenue Paper by Pink Paislee
Fa La La Music Note Paper by Making Memories
Mia Whirl Pattern Paper by Crate Paper

Star on Top Layout by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn

Tinsel Town 5th Avenue Paper by Pink Paislee
Fa La La Journaling Stickers by Making Memories
Regal Collection Designer Glitter by Melissa Frances
Fashion Script Green Alphabet Stickers by Pink Paislee

Thanks Card by Anabelle O'Malley

Snowed In Accessory Die-Cut Sheet by My Mind's Eye
Snowed In Christmas Dots Paper by My Mind's Eye
Alpine Frost Chipboard by SEI
Paperie Rouge Shimmer Alphabet Stickers by Making Memories
Sonoma Verano Ave. Pattern Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Laundry Line Comfort Cuddle Dots Paper by My Mind's Eye
























Let It Snow Card by Lisa Dorsey


Hush a Bye Leah Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances
Hush a Bye Brady Pattern Paper by Melissa Frances
Pink Grosgrain & Daisy Print Ribbon by May Arts
Pop Out Glitter White Christmas Shapes by Melissa Frances
Snow Flurries Cream Rub-On Transfers by October Afternoon
Day Dream Believer Glittered Large Flowers by Heidi Grace

Lovely Card by Melissa Phillips

Paperie Poolside Small Floral Paper by Making Memories
Sonoma Little Princess Cardstock Stickers by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Sonoma Journaling Die-Cuts by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Offbeat Chip Sticker Shapes by Basic Grey

Make a Wish Card by Jessica Witty

Amy Butler Lotus Tea Box Wood Fern Paper by K & Co.
All Fall Spelling Paper by Fancy Pants
Tinsel Town 5th Avenue Paper by Pink Paislee
Amy Butler Lotus Tea Box Butterflies Die-Cuts by K & Co.
Amy Butler Lotus Faded China Geisha Fans Paper by K & Co.
Label Fetti Birthday Stickers by Making Memories

-

Monday, December 15, 2008

Lots of Winners.....

Winner of "Natalie's Favorite Things" goes to:

Indigo Wings said...Welcome Natalie- I look forward to seeing your creations.
December 10, 2008 8:59 PM

Congrats! Please send in mailing information so we can get your goodies in the mail!


Winners of the three Emma's Paperie Gift Certificates:
Bloggercornellgj said...Gorgeous work everyone! Your creations are all so elegant! :)
December 10, 2008 12:38 PM
southernscraps said...Wonderful projects!
December 11, 2008 11:05 AM

HappyMomOf2 said...How beautiful!
December 12, 2008 6:24 PM

Congrats Ladies! Please send in your email addresses and we will send a gift certificate!

-

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Last Minute Gift Ideas

Peppermint Gift Set by Anabelle O'Malley

Turquoise Tiny Dot Paper by Jenni Bowlin
Class Act Red Dot Die-Cut Paper by Art Warehouse
Signature Collection Tinsel Town Jumbo Stickers by Creative Imaginations
Mini Gable Boxes

Recipe-
One cup melting chocolate
5 candy canes - crushed

Melt chocolate in microwave. Stir often so it doesn't over cook. Pour melted chocolate onto wax paper. Sprinkle candy canes on top. Cool. (Put in refrigerator to speed process.) Once hardened, break into small pieces.

Joy Ornament by Melissa Phillips

Chiswick Large Frame by Melissa Frances
Tinsel Town White Christmas Paper by Pink Paislee
Tinsel Town Paislee Press Ons by Pink Paislee
Raffle Leaf White Clear Overlay by Hambly Studios
Christmas Decor Red Rub-On Transfers by Hambly Screen Prints
Black Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft
Ladybug Button Assortment by Doodlebug Design

Play Date Book by Jessica Witty

Amy Butler Lotus Tea Box Wood Fern Paper by K & Co.
Paperie Greenhouse Varnished Vine Paper by Making Memories
Paperie Fabric Brocade Rouge Paper by Making Memories
Tinsel Town Paislee Press Ons by Pink Paislee
Fashion Script Light Pink Alphabet Stickers by Pink Paislee
White Sprinkles GLITTER Letter Stickers by American Crafts
Happy Holidays Gingham Ribbon by Fancy Pants
Going Places Bag-O-Buttons by Autumn Leaves
Gusseted Glassine Favor Bags

Warm Wishes by Lisa Dorsey

Festive Floral/Red Herringbone Christmas Magic Paper by Little Yellow Bicycle
Paperie Greenhouse Skinny Stripe Paper by Making Memories
Noel Epoxy Stickers by Art Warehouse
Paperie Greenhouse Blossoms & Buttons by Making Memories
Pop Out Glitter White Christmas Shapes by Melissa Frances
Artsy.licious Splendide Alabaster Trims by Chatterbox
Warm Wishes Gift Tag by Melissa Frances















































Happy Holidays Tag by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn

-

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Welcome Natalie Hearn

If you've checked out Natalie's blog, Running with Scissors, you've already discovered how talented this lady from Australia is! We are excited to have her with us this month, let's give her a big welcome!

Check out the items Natalie picked from the store as her "Favorite Things". Make sure to leave a comment on this thread for a chance to win them! One winner will be picked by random number generator and announced on December 15th. Don't miss the other giveaway on the Color of the Month thread, also announced on the 15th.

Meet Natalie Hearn:

Hi, my name is Natalie Hearn. I am a primary school teacher, turned SAHM to Noah (3 yrs) and Abigail (10 mths). I have been married to my wonderfully understanding husband for 5 years and we live on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW, Australia.

I have been scrapbooking and cardmaking since my son was born. With two small children, it is sometimes difficult to find the time to dabble, but I try to set aside a few evenings a week for a bit of "me" time. I love that I have found a way to remember the little and big events of my children's lives.

I almost fell out of my chair when Cindy gave me this wonderful opportunity. I am a huge fan of this wonderful site and the design team constantly blows me away!!! Thank you, Cindy!















































Natalie's Favorite Things:


Lemon Grass Poppy Seed Pattern Paper by Crate Paper
Lemon Grass Tangerine Pattern Paper by Crate Paper
Lemon Grass Lime Pattern Paper by Crate Paper
Lemon Grass Brown Sugar Pattern Paper by Crate Paper
Chocolate Felt Alpha Stickers by Making Memories
Paperie Mocha Geometric Paper by Making Memories
Paperie Greenhouse Journaling Notebook by Making Memories
Kids Rub-On Transfers by Melissa Frances
Mint Green Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft

-

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Color of the Month - Sage Green

Take a look at these wonderful projects made using this month's color, Sage Green. Fabulous Holiday ideas that will make you rush to your craft space and add something special to your gifts. Let's give some love to our designers by leaving a comment on this thread......I believe we have a few Paperie Gift Certificates lurking around. Three posts will be picked by random number generator for a $20 gift certificate and will be announced on December 15th.

We'd also like to welcome Natalie Hearn from Australia as this month's Guest Designer! We are thrilled to have her share some creations with us....check out her blog, Running with Scissors. Come back on the 10th to meet and greet Natalie for a chance to win her favorite things!
























Season's Greetings Card by Guest Designer, Natalie Hearn


Prudence Hope Pattern Paper by Crate Paper
Ting-A-Ling Candied Apples Paper by Webster's Pages















































Happy Holidays
Clear Gable Box Gift by Melissa Phillips

Clear Medium Take Out Favor Boxes
Christmas Page Kit by Melissa Frances
Laundry Line Lucky Trims by My Mind's Eye
Snowed In Accessory Die-Cut Sheet by My Mind's Eye
Mistletoe Text Die-Cut Paper by Art Warehouse
Sugared Element Stickers by Basic Grey
Mint Green Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft
Pop Out Glitter White Christmas Shapes by Melissa Frances

Merry Christmas Candy Box by Lisa Dorsey

Bare Elements Patsy Mini Boxes Pocketbook by Creative Imaginations
Regal Collection Designer Glitter by Melissa Frances
Plain Chipboard Stars by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Paperie Greenhouse Felt Clips by Making Memories
Tiny Fa La La Alpha Stickers by Making Memories
Fa La La Journaling Stickers by Making Memories
Addie Blossoms Box Collection by Making Memories
Red Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon by May Arts

Sisterly Love Layout by Anabelle O'Malley

Mistletoe Stripe Die-Cut Paper by Art Warehouse
Victoria Journaling Cards by Jenni Bowlin
Purkey Mini Marks Alphabet by American Crafts
Accents Book Three Black Mini Marks by American Crafts
Cherished Cherub Applique by Melissa Frances
Cucumber Sprinkles GLITTER Letter Stickers by American Crafts
Raffle Leaf Black Clear Overlay by Hambly Studios
Painterly Petals Cavalier by Prima
Rose Colored Glasses Light Wallpaper Paper by GCD Studios
Mint Green Rhinestone Embellishments by Kaisercraft

Dream Bracelet by Jessica Witty

Amy Butler Lotus Faded China Fabric Tags by K & Co.
Elements Green Classics Ribbon Collection by American Crafts

Jessica says...."This one is definitely quick and easy... just stitched two of the fabric tags together with a bit of batting and the ribbon in between. Added the snaps to the ribbon ends and I was done!"

-