I think my readers know me pretty well. What are my favorite items? Anything to with packaging of course. One of the best things about being a Demonstrator is having the opportunity to Pre-Order new products from upcoming catalogs. While I was perusing the list, I saw the New … [Read more...] about Upcoming New Catalog Sneak Peek: A Parcel Box
Big Shot Ideas
Merry Christmas Wreath
Is it an Ornament or is it a Home Decor piece? I can't decide. I guess-both. No matter, time to make a few handmade goodies to give away or keep for your home. The next few posts will be all about quick ideas. Here is what I used. The two colors of Cardstock were Mossy … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas Wreath
A Domed Shaped Treat Box
Time for making treat boxes, perfect for gift giving. I am a fan, as are most people, of Sam Hammond Donald- of Pootles web site in the UK. This little box was recently brought to my attention by our Co-founder, Shelli Garner, who made one of these treats and giving Sam, credit. … [Read more...] about A Domed Shaped Treat Box
Creative Post-It note holder
Todays post is about one of my favorite things to give as a gift and sell at craft fairs. A Post-It note holder. I made a video on how to create this easy idea. Here are the measurements for the Post-it note holder. Your Base: 3 1/4" X 7 3/8" Score on the … [Read more...] about Creative Post-It note holder
Creating an Impromptu Birthday Gift
My hubby, Don, called down to my office and told me we had to fix the WiFi at one of our house watch accounts. Ok. We are not the Cable people but we are pretty good at figuring out general problems. Don is always up for a challenge. When we got to the house, the owner was out … [Read more...] about Creating an Impromptu Birthday Gift
A Chicken Window Card and video
I realized I have not made a video on my YouTube channel in a very long time. Yikes. So, I got busy today. Normally I take 3 videos, sometimes 5 because of serious blurbs and mishaps, or interruptions. I choose the best and spend 3 -5 hours editing-especially if its been a long … [Read more...] about A Chicken Window Card and video
Lift Me Up cards
Today, I have three fun 4" x 4" cards made with the new Lift me Up stamps and SALE-A-BRATION Carried Away DSP. It's time to get inspired. These are just so much fun to make and I know they will be great to send. The DSP is cut 3-3/4" x 3-3/4" and the White stamped card is … [Read more...] about Lift Me Up cards
Hugs and Kisses
Hugs and Kisses. I could use some right now. This past Wednesday, I found my 87 yr-old Mother-In-Law on the floor. We happened to stop by unannounced after helping a client with furniture in the city. Virginia may have been laying there 24-36 hrs. Diagnosed as a Massive Stroke, … [Read more...] about Hugs and Kisses
Countdown 2 Christmas-Day 2
Today, I have for you a unique box that I haven't shown to you before. It's the Cutie Pie box. Yes, it's one that I had to have and realized I hadn't used it yet. Does this hold true for you as well? It's so cute. Who wouldn't like getting this filled with candy or cash. Here … [Read more...] about Countdown 2 Christmas-Day 2
In Everything, Give Thanks
Sometimes, I get that crafty, gotta design feeling, RIGHT NOW feeling. That feeling was in full force last evening until about 1:15AM. I was past the Halloween feeling and needed to just create a card. One that was of my own design and not a "cased" idea. This is one of those … [Read more...] about In Everything, Give Thanks