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I am a huge blog-hopper. I could get lost in blogs all day if my kids would let me. They are a great tool to communicate and share ideas. I have been inspired by so many blogs that I have found. Imagine my surprise when someone noticed my humble blog! Check out this awesome blog that found me! They have some really great projects created by some very talented women. A project that I created for my son Joshua's class is featured there! Too cool!

I just wanted to take the time and say MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone! God gave us the most awesome gift ever...His son! Take time to thank Him today!

Check back soon. I will be re-vamping my blog or at least trying to over the next few weeks. I will also have some Valentine's ideas coming soon.

Merry Christmas,
Melissa

Snow Buddies Gift Card Holder

I made this gift card holder because I needed a larger gift card holder for my Dad. I would also be good for money gifts as well. I used Brocade Blue and Whisper White card stock. I stamped the snowflakes in Brocade Blue and the Snowmen in Basic Black. I colored them in using Pumpkin Pie and Read Red markers. I then got a little crazy with Dazzling Diamonds. I hope my Dad will like it.

The dimensions are 7 1/4 by 10. Score at 3 and 6 1/2. I trimmed the inside a little so that the gift cards would be easy to see.

I would love to hear your comments!

Have a great day!

Melissa

Still busy stamper...

Here are some more pics of things I have been working on. I wanted to make something cute for my son Joshua's classmates and I think this fit the bill. I used the Sweet Treat cups from Stampin' Up! and made a card and gift all in one.

I cut a regular paper lunch sack so that it measures 8 1/2 inches. To do the snowman part I used whisper white, real red and bashful blue card stock. I used the Snow Buddies stamp set (the little snowman) and cut the hole using the 1 3/4 circle punch and inserted the sweet treat cups. I found micro marshmallows at a cute little bulk food store (thanks Becky!) and filled the cup. Inside the bag I stamped snowflakes from the Christmas Punch stamp set and filled the bag with a cocoa packet. I closed them using whisper white ribbon and the slot punch.

I would love to hear what you think! Please leave me a comment or email me.

If you would like to place an Stampin' Up! order click here.

Busy Little Stamper!

Hello All,

I haven't been updating my blog very much these past few weeks because I have been a busy little stamper! Take a look at what I have been making.

This little box (and the other 6 that I made) is going to some of my son Joshua's teachers. The inspiration and tutorial can be found here.

I used Kraft, whisper white and real red card stock. I sponged the edges with close to cocoa ink. I also used chocolate chip and real red ink for the stamps.

Inside the boxes are a gingerbread cookie, cocoa packet and chocolate stir stick.

I am re-vamping it for my Valentine's Stamp Camp on January 9 and 11th. Please check out my Stampin' Up! website for info or to sign up. My Stamp Camps are also available to order. Please email me for me info at stampin4him@ gmail.com

I will be making more posts today so check back soon!

Merry Christmas!

Melissa

Project Updates

Hello All! I am so sorry for not posting the projects. We have been sick for 2 weeks, had company visit from out of state and another round of stomach flu. I am praying that it is finally over and things can go back to normal or whatever it was before all the sicknesses!

I did manage to get some cute projects made and cut card stock for this weeks upcoming Stamp Camps. I am excited for Christmas. I think you guys will love what I have planned for Stamp Camp. Plus you might get a sneak peek at the upcoming mini!

Here is a picture of a Christmas "Flip Flop" mini scrapbook that we will be making this week. I used Real Red 12x12 cardstock, Merry Moments DSP, sticky strip, and Old Olive 5/8 Grosgrain ribbon. Not a lot of supplies but a WOW for sure!

It is not too late to sign up for the class. I am also offering a class by mail. For more info please email me at stampin4him@gmail.com

Have a wonderful weekend,

Melissa

P.S. I am attemping to make a rag quilt purse as created by Angie Juda. For more info please click here. She is very talented and is kind enough to make free tutorials for everyone! Thank you Angie!

Hostess Incentives and More!

Just in time for the Holidays Stampin' Up! is offering a great gift with purchase! With every $50 purchase (before tax and shipping) you will get your choice of any Decor Elements valued up to $16.95 for FREE! And there is no limit to your FREE items. If you order $150 or more you collect FREE Stamp sets and Hostess Benefits too. This will run through January 4 so get your lists ready.

Today I am showing you the cute box that I made for a Craft Fair that I went to in Gettysburg, PA this past weekend. I love the Real Red and Old Olive color combination. For detailed instructions please email me at stampin4him@gmail.com

For those of you that I was lucky enough to meet at the Fair I am offering a class special. You can attend any of my Stamp Camps for half-price, only $5! We make exciting projects, have fun and eat chocolate too!

Please checkout my website for more info on Stamp Camp dates.

Sickness is over (I think)

First the boys were sick and then of course I was sick. I thought it was over and was able to go away on an amazing retreat this past weekend. I came back and got sick all over again! Argh! It is not even November yet and I have been sick twice! Hopefully this is not a preview of what this season will bring me. I am on the mend and hope to be 100% soon.

I do have a few previews that I have been meaning to show you. This is a cute little box that can hold tags or 3x3 cards. I love the color combination of the Old Olive and Razzleberry. They just look so good together.

I have been busy making some cute reindeer boxes but for some reason the photo won't appear in my post. I will post it later.

Please check out my website for more info on classes!

Still Stampin'

Melissa