Last Chance Papers!

I made this fun card for the Creating Pretty Cards Sketch Challenge over at Craft Project Central! I wanted to use these pretty papers - that I haven't had a chance to use yet. And tomorrow is the LAST day to get them!! You can get them FREE with your $50 order. 

And if you're wondering what you need to make this card, besides the FREE papers, I'll tell you... the Grateful Bunch and Blossom Bunch Punch Bundle!! I love this set and punch bundle - it seems to be a bit of a sleeper in the Occasions catalog, but it's so awesome! I will definitely be using it again soon! So many possibilities with it!

And today is the last chance to join the Creating Pretty Cards Challenge! Click HERE for more details on how you might get a FREE subscription if you join the Challenge!

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Wire Flower Sculpture Gift Set!

If you are like most of us, you have a lot of beautiful paper stashed away for a time when you are inspired.  This project will provide you with all the inspiration you need!  Just get out some packing tape, wire and your English Garden Designer Series Paper (DSP), or any other DSP that tickles your fancy, and get to work making a beautiful sculptured flower!  With your wire, packing tape and DSP, you will be making your garden grow in no time!  This set includes a large wire and DSP flower sculpture, a decorated vase for displaying your flower, and a beautiful gift tag if you choose to share your flower and vase as a gift for someone special.  Your inspiration may grow wild and you may find yourself making a full bouquet!

This creative project was made by Michelle Wecksler and it's the Bonus project for the month of March. Bonus projects can be obtained by subscribing to two or more months in a row, putting the Craft Project Central badge on your blog, or by referring a friend and when you subscribe, letting us know.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Super Sweet Pyramid Treat for Class!

I haven't posted a Sneak Peek of our Stamp Class stuff over the last couple months... So this month I decided I better get my act back together and post a Peek! :) 

We'll be making a super simple version of the pyramid, using the Pyramid Pals Thinlits Dies. There are some really cute little critters you can make when you get coordinating stamp set, but I wanted everyone to see how quick and easy just the pyramid is! So I kept it simple, but also used some of my favorite new Specialty DSP that gives it some extra cuteness!  

Plus, I have an awesome tip to show how you can make it open and close without tearing it all apart! ;)

And... if you're at class, you'll have a fun surprise to put inside yours after you make it! 

Hope to see you later this week,

Julie B

Gift Card Envelopes... with Glimmer!

Spring and summer are on the way, and that often means lots of gift and gift card giving occasions.  This project features the B.Y.O.P. Stamp Set and the Gift Card Envelope & Trims Thinlits to create envelopes for five gift card occasions!  Using the same general sketch, this project combines designer series papers, glimmer paper and simple, varied embellishments to create gift card envelopes that shine…in no time!

This super cool project was made by Sue Plote and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Tea-riffic Treats!

The projects in this tutorial are simple enough for new stampers, and the treats themselves will make anyone feel “tea-riffic”!  Whether you need just a pretty card (adorned with charms, of course) or an ensemble of treats, this might be the perfect project!  Create a package to hold an assortment of tea bags, a tea cup-shaped bookmark, and a box of cookies shaped like tea bags.  This ensemble wouldn’t be complete with a note card, and the tutorial even includes a pretty way to prevent the string from a tea bag from falling into a cup!

This cute project was made by Regina Andari, and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

All-Occasion Balloon Celebration Party Decor!

Balloons are the perfect, and most versatile type of Party Décor! Make this set in Pool Party to work for any Birthday Party, Shower or any type of Celebration! Or change up the colors to suit the occasion you need it for! In the tutorial you’ll learn two ways to make altered versions of the Mini Treat Bag – one will be the Gusseted Mini Treat Bag, perfect for any party favor or treat you want to give your guest! You’ll also make the essentials of a place setting – a Plastic Utensil Pocket (the second altered version of the Mini Treat Bag), a Place Card and a Water Bottle Sleeve. And the coordinating Cupcake Picks will add that special touch to your yummy cupcakes! Plus, all of the measurements make this so easy to create bundles of each!

This festive project was made by ME!! And you can get the tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central!

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

"I've Got Your Number" Flash Cards and Game!

Learning and fun should go hand in hand, and this brightly colored set of number flash cards will make learning so much fun. You’ll make two sets of cards using the Number of Years Bundle and Schoolhouse Designer Series Paper, so the cards can be used for matching and memory games as well as flash cards. The top and bottom of the storage box fit flush together, making it easy for smaller fingers to open, while the inner liner holds the cards in place. Add the belly band and greeting card, and it can be a fun gift as well as a learning tool.

This super fun project was made by Buffy Cooper and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Flower Topiary Gift Set!

This gift ensemble screams spring and is sure to bring a smile to someone’s face. The topiary is made using punches, plus die cuts and of course a little bling. The cutest thing about the topiary is that the bottom box opens in the front and you can put in a few pieces of chocolate or tuck another little gift in there. The Birthday Card is embossed; water colored, fussy cut and layered plus the envelope is lined with Designer Series Paper (DSP). It’s so relaxing to paint the flower with Aqua Painters and having layers adds dimension. The little gift tag and bag finish the ensemble then you are ready to give this set to a special someone. Bonus is the cute little Lady Bug.

This pretty project was made by Carole Anne Patterson and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

On the Farm Puppet Gift Set!

Spring is on its way, with rainy weather and plenty of indoor play days. The On the Farm Puppet Gift Set is the perfect way to spend an afternoon inside. Little ones will be entertained for hours as they use their imagination and play with darling animal puppets. The cheerful puppet theater hangs around the neck of the performer making it easy to put on shows that will brighten rainy days and delight audiences of all ages. The matching card makes this the perfect birthday gift for the child in your life, or change the sentiment on the card and give this gift set for any occasion!

This super cute project was made by Julie Warnick and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Birthday Bouquet Card Set!

Birthday cards are needed all year long, and this ensemble includes six cards featuring soft watercolor florals, polka dots, and stripes from the Birthday Bouquet Product Suite.  In addition, this handy decorated box will hold six cards that are lightly embellished and six envelopes.  This makes a super cute gift to be used for birthdays or you can always change up the sentiment to create a thank you gift box for a totally different look.  Also, a great class idea for Demonstrators.

This super sweet project was made by Liz Miller and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Home Sweet Home Wreath & Card!

The start of Spring brings the home-buying season. Are you in need of a house-warming gift for someone in your life? This wreath would make a perfect house-warming gift and the card would make the gift complete. The wreath is made with an embroidery hoop, and the beautiful Botanical Gardens Suite of products. The card coordinates perfectly with the wreath.

This pretty project project was made by Christy Fulk and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central!

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

Creation Station - Birthday Blog Hop!

Welcome to the March Creation Station Blog Hop! This month we're celebrating birthdays!! I've used the Birthday Bouquet Designer Series Papers for both the card and small project. These papers are so awesome - not only do they have perfect birthday images, but the floral prints are gorgeous!! (Stay tuned to see more with those!)

We made this card at my classes last month - and I love it! 

I love when a card has dimension - popping up the balloons with both single and double-stacked Stampin' Dimensionals made me love this card even more!!

And just a quick tip - When your colors aren't exact - use what blends well. The muted confetti pieces in the background DSP piece didn't have a color that had a coordinating ribbon that was working for me. Here, I wanted a subtle, little bow. And the closest color in something thin was the Calypso Coral Baker's Twine (Calypso is not a color in the DSP though). But it sure does blend well - so I used it! The cardstock layer under the DSP is Calypso Coral, as well as the baker's twine, and I think it brought it all together well.

This little treat holder is a super easy and cute little pattern I've made quite a while ago, but revamped it using new papers and products. The little base inside the treat holder fits just a few small chocolates (2 Lindt truffles or 3 mini Snickers). 

The little inside box is a Pool Party Cardstock piece that measures 3-1/2" x 4-3/4" (flat), and is scored at 1" on each side. Cut in tabs, fold up and glue to create an open top box. The DSP piece is 3" x 9" and scored at 3-3/4" from each end.

I used the Word Window Punch to create the little handle. And what I love most is the simple, but sweet little tag!

I stamped the saying from the Enjoy the Little Things stamp set. It's punched out with the 1-1/2" Circle punch, and layered onto a 1-3/4" Pool Party punched circle. And the best part of it all - the super sweet Bow Paper Clips! So cute, and it holds it all together!

I hope you enjoyed your stop here at my stampin' space!

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Thanks for joining us!!

Julie B

Wildflower Fields Card Ensemble!

Explore using the Wildflower Fields Designer Series Paper and Flowering Fields Stamp Set from Sale-A-Bration while making this lovely set of cards and coordinating portfolio box. This ensemble features six unique card designs showing off how to use these beautiful products. Make it to stock up on your own cards or package them up in the portfolio box to give as a gift to someone special. This would make an excellent hostess gift or class project!

This pretty project was made by Amanda Corbet and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B

St. Patrick's Day Punch Art Leprechauns!

Leapin’ Leprechauns! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and share the luck of the Irish with your friends and family with these fun treats and cards. People can’t help but smile when they see these adorable punch art leprechauns and shamrocks. This project includes two treat holders, a bookmark, and two matching cards. They are fun for grown-ups and children alike and would also make a great class or club.

This super cute project was made by Yapha Mason, and you can get her tutorial when you subscribe to the month of March over at Craft Project Central.

Thanks for stopping by,

Julie B