Camera Shaped Card for my Traveling Buddies

 I've taken some really fun vacations this summer. I'm even headed to Hawaii in a couple of days. 

I made a couple of camera shaped cards for my traveling buddies - (my mom and Rachel)! I used my Silhouette and a fun cut file from Lori Whitlock. I used pop dots behind the heart and "perfect vacation" sentiment to add some dimension.

I've been wanting to play along in sweet Virginia Lu's View Challenge for a while now. I'm linking this one up for sure!

There's some challenge fun going on in blog land. I'm also linking up at Moxie Fab World and Little Red Wagon too. 

Have a happy week and I will share pics of Hawaii once we get back. It will be my first time there. Can't wait!

Christmas in July Santa Crafts

It's Christmas in July time! I've got a fun Santa project that I made with my Silhouette Cameo! 

I used the Santa Clause shape this time around. This one is so versatile. You can actually use it in two different ways – either as a table topper or party hat. Either way it is sure to be a hit at your next Christmas party!

Tip: When putting together projects like these, it’s best to use an adhesive cardstock. This type of cardstock makes it so easy to stick on pieces like the eyes, beard, Santa hat, etc. It saves a lot of time and you don’t have to add additional adhesive.

Have you started on any Christmas crafts yet?

Happy Crafting!!!!

Celebration Party Boxes and a Winner

You know that I love a good party box. I made this one after receiving a box of goodies from We R Memory Keepers. The Bakery Box is so fun especially if you use some colorful patterned paper!

You can also use this box in other ways! Check it out as a "thank you" gift! Just add some chocolate and you have the perfect little box.

Don’t forget you can use the code COKIE to receive 20% off the items I used in this project & on any other We R Memory Keepers or Lifestyle Crafts products when you shop HERE. For more We R Memory Keepers & Lifestyle Crafts projects go HERE and HERE. 

And I do apologize for taking so long to post the winner from this recent giveaway! We have been so busy this summer! My daughter selected the winner for me!

Congrats!!! 

Denise Bryant said...

I love your festive party ideas! Thanks for the chance to win the cute set of dies too. Hadn't seen this one before, and I happen to have a cuckoo clock!

I will send you an email and get your prize right out to you!

Have a happy & crafty day!

Super Hero Party

I will be attending Comic Con in San Diego next week. This project is inspired by my love of comics and movies. I thought that this would be a great party idea for boys. There are just never enough “boy” projects out there.

I found several cut files that were perfect for this theme. This popcorn box was the perfect size. I also used the “Super Boy”, “Super Hero”, and cupcake flags shapes.

The cupcake flags are very versatile. You can use them for other things besides cupcakes. 

Also, I only used the head of the Super Boy for some of my embellishments for this project. After I re-sized it to my liking, I attached it to a lollipop stick.

Here are some tips for making this project:

•  Size each piece. I sized to these measurements – (head – 1.624), (face – 1.827), (mask – 1.624)
• Use primary colored cardstock to make the project more vibrant.
• Be sure to change the cut and blade settings before cutting the corrugated paper.

I hope that you enjoyed my Super Hero party project!

A Silhouette Cameo Cookie Party

I love a good party, especially when there are sweet treats involved. Did you know that there are so many fun cut files that can be used for food containers? I found tons in the Silhouette Store.

My favorite was this chevron treat bag. You can dress them up so well with your favorite patterned paper too!

Here’s a close up shot. I also used the vellum to cut the Echo Park butterfly.

These bags are so versatile for parties. You can dress them up to fit a girly party as I did here or you can make them fit into your own personal party theme. I really like the chevron strip that comes along with this file. You can add just one or several to the front of your treat bag.

Vellum Tips:

• Once your vellum is cut, gently remove the design from the cutting mat.
• Use vellum adhesive to put the pieces together.
• Use pop dots to when adhering your bows to the containers and chalkboard.

I hope you enjoyed my party project today!

I {Heart} SRM Stickers

My design team term has come to an end at SRM Stickers. The new design team has been announced and the SRM blog is paying tribute to the veteran designers today.

I wanted to take a special moment to share some of my FAVE SRM projects. I also wanted to say that SRM ROCKS!!! The quality and variety of their products are top notch!

I also wanted to say a few words about Susan McShirley. She is the owner of SRM Stickers. She is one of the most supportive people in the craft industry. I have so enjoyed working with her. I'm sending BIG crafty hugs to ya Susan! Thank you for your kindness, patience, and support.

My blog will continue to showcase these wonderful products! Now let's take a look at some of my faves....

Have a great weekend!

Independence Day Party Idea, Blog Hop, & Giveaway

 

Welcome to the Independence Day Blog Hop. We're a group of crafty blog friends making projects we like, using products we like, just for fun and inspiration!! 

Be sure to check out all the blogs on this hop for tons of crafty "Independence Day" Inspiration. 

I just love parties! My project shows you a fun way to decorate your drinks and food for your 4th of July party. 

I used various Spellbinders dies to make this one. You also need pop dots, straws, or lollipop sticks for this. It's fun and easy. Your family and friends will love the fun decor!

Stars are an essential part of the party decor. After all it is Independence Day!

It is also summertime! I added some fun SRM Stickers to this project too!

Just leave a comment below to win this

Spellbinders Cuckoo Clock Die Set

{winner will be announced on Friday, June 27th}

And be sure to check out all of the blogs in the hop!

Donna Bowman

Rachel Kleinman

Angi Barrs

Annette Allen

Jennifer Cuthbertson

Ceal Pritchett

Lynn Kopas

Happy Hopping!