Are you baking this holiday season? Box up some homemade cookies, fudge, brownies and more in a festive package for friends, neighbors and family. Grab the basic tools and leftover cardstock and patterned paper.
In this video I demonstrate how to construct and decorate a peek-a-boo sweets box. You’ll see step-by-step instructions and measurements in the video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
It’s Day 10 of the 12 Days of Christmas! Here’s a nifty holiday gift packaging idea created with the boutique shopping bags that pile up. I hate to toss and waste the small paper shopping bags with handles that I receive at gift shops.
These small bags aren’t reusable gift bags As Is, however, since they often bear a logo or sticker. Today, I’ll be recycling, or UPcycling, the bags into colorful, crafty holiday gift bags.
Step-by-Step Replay
I share the tools and supplies needed to upcycle the shopping bags as I demonstrate how to make the Upcycled Holiday Gift Bags in this video. You’ll see step-by-step instructions and measurements in the video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
It’s Day 9 of the 12 Days of Christmas! Every gift needs a tag — make yours extraordinary with the Jolly Holiday Gift Tag project.
Crumb Cake circles with white embossing, these gift tags will make any holiday package look stunning. The project features Stampin’ Up!’s Jingle, Jingle, Jingle stamp set.
Step-by-Step Replay
I demo how to make the Jolly Holiday Gift Tags with step-by-step instructions and measurements in this video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
Here’s a great gift idea for team mates and colleagues. This calendar and sticky notepad holder is easy to craft, and is perfect for the desktop. This project features Stampin’ Up!’s Sending Smiles bundle and Awash in Beauty patterned paper, but any theme or stamp set and paper could be substituted.
Step-by-Step Replay
I demo how to make the easel calendar and sticky notepad holder with step-by-step instructions and measurements in this video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
It’s Day 7 of the 12 Days of Christmas! I’m sharing a sweet stocking stuffer idea— it’s a special way to give a gift card. Give a treat PLUS the gift card inside this nice gift box.
Today’s project is a long-time favorite. Since the project requires lots of scoring and trimming, the project is suitable for the casual to advanced crafter. I’m sharing the Christmas version featuring Stampin’ Up!’s Storybook Gnomes Designer Series Paper and the Jingle, Jingle, Jingle stamp set, but you could substitute supplies on hand.
Today’s video tutorial is from the archives — you’ll see a version I created for Father’s Day. Plus, there is a PDF with measurements and scoring/cutting directions HERE.
It’s Day 6 of the 12 Days of Christmas! I’m sharing a card and gift card holder to present one of the most popular gifts of the season — a Starbucks or Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf gift card. Or ANY gift card!
Today’s project is crafted with a non-Christmas stamp set and paper, plus a go-to-Christmas greeting set. The Tea Boutique Suite from Stampin’ Up!’s annual catalog includes a stylish tea cup and floral patterned paper in just the right colors for Christmas tea or coffee. I’ve paired it with my go-to Christmas greetings set Christmas To Remember.
I demo how to make this special gift card holder with step-by-step instructions and measurements in this video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
Every day for 12 days, I’m bringing you along as I craft and get set for my Christmas greetings and gifts. The projects I’m sharing during the 12 Days of Christmas are the projects I’m gifting to my service peeps like the dog groomer, hair stylist, etc., plus the neighbors, friends, club members and family.
Today I’m sharing an adorable diy gift box for cards that you can craft with basic tools and supplies that will accommodate 8-12 cards and envelopes. As a demonstrator I create lots of cards and projects. While I do my best to mail them off, there are always many on my counter. The holidays are a perfect time for me to gather a set, pop them into a box and gift them! I’ll grab a variety of birthday, thank you, sympathy, friendship or occasion cards so the recipient can be prepared to celebrate and recognize their favorite peeps.
This is a fun, custom box that won’t be a duplicate gift for anyone on my list.
Step-by-Step Replay
I demo how to make this special gift box with step-by-step instructions and measurements in this video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
As with most of the projects presented during the Just Stamp 12 Days of Christmas, you can easily substitute a stamp set and papers you have on hand. If you want to duplicate the project as I designed it, HERE’S a link to the supply list.
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It’s Day 4 of the 12 Days of Christmas! I’m sharing how to craft custom gift boxes for jewelry, socks, slipper sox, edible treats and almost any small item.
Remember back in the day when the Customer Service counter at the nice department store handed out gift boxes with purchases. Have you gotten one lately? Just wondering. I find it difficult just locating the Customer Service counter these days. 😆
No worries! You don’t need the department store boxes for your special gifts. You can craft and customize your gift boxes with just the basic tools. Your gift recipients will feel the love when they see your handmade gift box.
Basic Tools and Supplies
Simply Scored
Bone Folder
Paper Snips
Adhesive
Step-by-Step Replay
I demo how to determine the size box you’ll need and I also share step-by-step instructions and measurement to make a Box for Socks with the Basic Tools in this video, a Facebook Happy Hour with AnaMarie tutorial.
Give it a try! A custom gift box means so much more that a store-bought gift bag. The recipient will be thrilled to see your crafty skills in action.
The Stampin’ Up! 2022 JULY – DECEMBER MINI CATALOG retiring products list has been released and many items have been discounted up to 60% off. Shop early for the best selection!