Showing posts with label Gift Items. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gift Items. Show all posts

Sunday, March 9, 2014

Personalized Vinyl Piggy Bank Baby Gift

Plain piggy bank was purchased at Hobby Lobby on clearance.

Materials:  vinyl purchased from Expressions vinyl.  They have great instructions on their website with the best settings to cut your vinyl.

Cricut Cartridge used: Lyrical Letters
Simply personalized with childs Initial, Name and colorful circles.

I love giving personal gifts that will become a keepsake. Blessings!

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Cupcake Bar & Popcorn Bar for Celebrations

Build Your Own Cupcake Bar
Choose a Cupcake...Add Buttercream Icing &
Your Choice of Toppings.
All placed in Mason jars with spatulas &
long tea spoons to dip toppings.

Cupcake Flavors:  Red Velvet & French Vanilla
Fun Unique Topping Choices:  Marshmallows,
Cherry Chips, Pretzel Pieces, Crushed Peppermint,
Mint Chocolate Chips, Sugar Beads & Sprinkles

A Tiered Storage Basket Made the Perfect Cupcake Stand


I gave a surprise birthday celebration for my husband with a 
possible 100 people coming so I needed lot's of food but
also needed to hide it from my husband.  It all
needed to be easily prepared and easy to set up quickly.


 Popcorn Bar


 Build Your Own Popcorn - Add Your Own Seasonings 

Unique Seasonings:  Cinnamon/Sugar, Cajun,
Cheddar, Ranch, Parmasean

I started with buttered popcorn from
Subway in the bags for easy prep.

I purchased seasonings from Dollar Tree & Walmart in the
spice sections (actual popcorn seasonings in popcorn aisle
was much more expensive).  My favorite was a ranch seasoning in 
an envelope used for salads, etc.


Punch Recipe: 1/2 gallon raspberry sherbert,
1 gallon fruit punch & 2 liters 7 up.
It wouldn't all fit in a punch bowl so we guessed
and it was delicious & easy!

This was a fun celebration with easy
to prepare food for many friends!

 

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Personalized Tumbler Glasses with Vinyl

Gift Ideas with Cricut Projects


My first try at cutting vinyl with my Cricut.
I love making practical gifts for friends/family &
creating something to let them know I care.


Cricut Settings used for vinyl
Pressure 3
Blade Depth 3
Speed 3

Lyrical Letters Cricut Cartridge used for Monogrammed Letters
This allows the vinyl to be cut but leaves the backing on
for easy removal of letters with tip of paper piercer
 or tip of exacto knife.

This is a great way to use small scraps of ribbon also.

Happy Crafting!

 


Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Encouraging Display Card Using Cricut New Testament Cartridge


I wanted to make a card for a friend
going through breast cancer that she could
display and read on those difficult days.

I used the new Cricut Cartridge New Testament
for the Scripture.

Display Card Size:  7 " Square
Scripture cut at 4 1/2"
Frame cut from Storybook Cartridge

I love using leftover flowers & vines to add some interest.
I even had a butterfly left over so added it as well.

I hope this verse will be a reminder to her that
with God all things are possible and He will
give the strength needed for each day ahead!

Blessings!



Saturday, January 28, 2012

Baby Shower Cards

Cute as a Button
 I adapted this idea from the March 2012 CardMaker Magazine
where Designer Rosemary Dennis used frame & sentiment stamps
and a whale cut out with the layout above.


 Card Size:  4 1/4" Square
Larger Pink Mat:  4"
Larger White Mat: 3 1/2"
Small Pink Mat:  3"
Small White Mat:  2 3/4"

16  Buttons similar color
Duck cut from Cricut Cartridge A Child's Year 1 1/2"
Small black bead for eye
Sentiment printed on computer then cut to size
Foam tape used to attach larger white mat
These can be made in any color!
I have a friend who is not finding out what the baby is
so she is getting a yellow card!


Hope you have a blessed week!
Thanks for coming by to visit!







Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Christmas Card Ornaments

Nativity Ornaments


When I started to make Christmas cards this year, 
I found I didn't have any paper that
would work for the cards, so
I improvised by making ornaments
and placing a Bible verse & sentiment 
on the back on a label.


Cricut Cartridge:  Inspired Heart
Cut at 3 1/2"
Die Cuts with a View Glitter & Metallic Card Stock
Martha Stewart Ribbon Hangers


I made around 100 ornaments and they went together
quite fast.  This may be a new tradition for me
to give instead of Christmas cards!

Remember...Keep Christmas in your heart everyday!






Saturday, September 10, 2011

Pop Bottle as a Gift Bottle

Baby Gift Bottle
I saw an idea to use a pop bottle as a container 
for a gift, so I gave it a try for a baby gift I need to give.


Pretty little package for a pretty new baby!


Remove the label from the bottle and use it
as a template for the new label allowing extra to overlap

Size:  5 1/2" x 15 3/4"
I pieced this together since I used 12" x 12" card stock
Scor-tape was used to adhere the card stock pieces together
and to adhere the decorations since it will need 
to bend around the round shape. 


 Use Goo Gone to remove left over pieces of label/glue
Make a slit in bottle allowing enough room to use 
utility scissors to cut an U shape to create a door
to load gift items inside.  

Be sure to make door smaller than label.
Use the back side of utility knife to
lightly score on right side of door so it will 
stay open when loading.

Run card stock through your shredder to match colors needed.
Bunch the pieces up with hands to get the scrunched look.

Load gift items in bottle and use small piece of tape to
close the door.  Adhere the decorated label to the bottle
by using Scor-tape.

My gift happens to be baby outfits, but small gift items really 
look better inside such as office supplies, baby rattles, etc.

Have fun creating unique gift containers that will
show those receiving it how much you care!











Friday, August 12, 2011

Poster Making with Cricut

Continuing a little more crafting by
making a poster for the Parent group
at my child's school.


Cartridge:  Plantin Schoolbook Letters 4" & Shadow
and Parent is 5" & Shadow


Cartridge:  Everyday Paper Dolls
Woman 8"  Girl 4 1/2"

 Cartridge:  Everyday Paper Dolls
Man 8"  Boy 4 1/2"

Don't forget to offer your papercrafting hobbies as a 
resource to your local schools. 
 
We like to play with paper and glue 
as much as the kids do!!!











Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Small Notebook with Bind-it-All

With my Cricut expression being sick and at Provo Craft
I am using other tools of the trade today!

Scrapbooking friends introduced me to the Bind-it-All machine.
I was making lots of gift books and this proved to be a wonderful 
and economical way to make the gift books.

Small Notebook


Size:  3 1/2" x 5 1/2"
Front & Back Cover is Die Cuts with a View Card Stock

(I used to use chipboard and cover with paper, but found
it was much easier to use card stock and it looked just as good)


While you can cut paper for the inside, I use
3"x 5" index cards and it's quick to put together.


You can choose to use the blank side or the ruled line side.

The 1/2" O wire was used to bind the notebook.
Card stock and index cards were lined up in the 
center of machine to punch holes.

Hope you enjoy making gifts for those you love!  Have a blessed day!  

I also want to say Happy Birthday to my Dad today!  I love you Dad!

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Bookmark #3

With the weather in most parts of the U.S., it is a great time to continue our 
bookmark theme since staying in and reading is perfect for Winter.

This is the same images that I used in yesterdays bookmark
but this one is definitely more feminine.


Size:  2 1/8" x 8 1/4"
Cricut Cartridges:  Lyrical Letters & Storybook
Sentiment & Image Size:  1 3/4"

Card Stock:  Bazzill & Die Cuts with a View
Patterned Paper:  K & Company
 
Extras:  Chalking was done over images & patterned paper
Bookmark is in a heavy plastic sleeve with rose ribbon at the end

Stay warm everyone and be safe!  
Thanks for coming by & have a blessed day!
Selina

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Bookmark #2

We are continuing looking at different types of bookmarks to make as gifts!  
Today's would be perfect for Valentines Day!

Sorry it's been a few days since I posted, I've had sick family. 
Sweetheart Bookmak


I love to read and give books as gifts.  This bookmark was easy
to put together and I tried to use some darker colors so 
it could be used for men also.

Size:  2 1/8" x 8 1/4"
Cricut Cartridges:  Lyrical Letters & Storybook
Sentiment & Image Size:  1 3/4"


Card Stock:  Bazzill & Die Cuts with a View
Patterned Paper:  K & Company
Extras:  Brown chalking was done over images & patterned paper

I love using chalk instead of ink, because it gives such a soft look 
and blends the items together well.

Make sure you tell your Sweeheart 
(whether it's your spouse, child or grandmother) you love them!

"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."  
John 15:13


Saturday, January 29, 2011

Bookmark #1

Hello Everyone!  Welcome to all the New Followers!  
I'm so excited for you to join us as we craft together 
and try to encourage and uplift each other!

With Valentines Day approaching,
I have been making different types of gift items.

The next week we will be looking at different kinds of bookmarks!

Bookmark #1

This bookmark measures 2 1/8" x 8 1/4"
Cricut Cartridge:  Winter Frolic
Mat:  1 3/4" x 7 1/2"
Sentiment & Girl:  1 3/4"
Snowflake:  1 1/4"
Extras:  Chalking
Winter Frolic has layers so you can add dimension to your project





Card Stock:  Die Cuts with a View
Girl has Pink Glitter Card Stock
Snowflake & Lettering has White Glitter Card Stock
Finished off with a plastic sleeve & ribbon

Baby It's Cold Outside....at least where I live! 
It's a great time to curl up with a book and a handmade bookmark!
Is it cold where you live?  Leave a comment and let me know!

Saturday, January 22, 2011

Valentines Day Card Blog Hop

Welcome to the Blog Hop!

If you came here from Liz's blog at 
you are headed in the right direction

If you just happened to come here and 
want to start at the beginning go to Ellen's blog 
(a.k.a. The Card Monkey) at  

A Vintage Valentine


Card Style:  Gate fold
Cut card stock to 8" x 10 1/2" folded sides together toward middle 
Size:    5 1/4" x 8"
Panel mats:  2 1/4" x 7 3/4"
Mats in Center:  3" x 3" and 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Seam binding was adhered behind the mat to give the border


Card Stock:  Paper Studio
Patterned Paper:  K & Company
Cricut Cartridge:  Home Accents
Love cut at 1 3/4"  Mat 1 3/4"
Extras:  Sewed around edges of panel mats
Brown chalking was done over card, mats and flowers
Embellishments:  Assorted ribbons, crocheted lace, beads, buttons & Prima flowers 
Inside Mat:  4 3/4" x 7 3/4"




Valentines Candy Bar Gift


This can be such a fun gift and can be personalized for men, women or children.  

Dimensions for Hershey with Almonds Slider
Cut paper to 5" x 6" 
Score on back side at 4 1/2", 4", 2 1/8" and 1 5/8
Crease on score lines, fold together & adhere
Pinch top together punch hole
Cut band at 2 1/2" x 5 1/2"  Wrap around & adhere
Cut 18" small ribbon insert in both holes, pull until even, push down in sleeve slightly.  Insert candy bar keeping ribbon straight, push down and even up ribbon. 
Tighten ribbon & tie in knot.

Dimensions for regular Hershey bar
Paper 6" x 6"
Score at 2 1/2", 2 3/4", 5 1/4" and 5 1/2"
18 inches Ribbon


Poppin' by with a hi Valentine



Popcorn Gift
Patterned Paper:  9" x 6" K & Company
Score on back side at 2 1/2", 6 3/4"
Wrap around popcorn & adhere
Cricut Cartridge:  Doodlecharms round tag 2"



Don't forget the BLOG CANDY GIVEAWAY Here!
* Become a follower if aren't already
*Scroll down and leave a comment on 100th Post Blog Candy Giveaway (Jan. 19 Post) &
Tell me your favorite season!  Drawing by random.org on Jan. 27
 

Prize includes 30 sheet pack of 12 x 12 printed scrapbooking paper
Heidi Grace 52 punchboard embossed tags
Basic Grey 6 june bug favor boxes and 48 gift tags
Studio Basics 101 - self adhesive chipboard alphabet
Pressed Petals (Division of Die Cuts with a View) -24 sheets 8 x 8
glitter, metallic & texture
6 x 6 cloth post bound scrapbook album

Thanks for coming by!  Happy Hopping!  On to the Next Stop!


Blog Hop List
1.   Ellen  (aka CardMonkey)  http://www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com/
13.  Selina http://www.mudpiereality.blogspot.com/      *  YOU ARE HERE
14.  Angie http://www.luvs2scrapbook75.blogspot.com     * NEXT STOP





 


Friday, January 21, 2011

Valentines Day Treats

Small Treat Ideas that are Great for Co-Workers, 
Teachers, Friends and Church Groups




Hershey Kisses Holder

Card stock or paper cut to 5 1/2" x 4 1/2"
Score on back side at 1 1/2", 3" and 4 1/2"
 Crease & fold to make a tent shape
Use glue dots or adhesive strip to adhere 4 Hershey kisses to center
of larger section on bottom of tent shape
Adhere bottom of tent with small piece on outside
Add ribbon & embellishments
Cricut Cartridge:  Doodlecharms heart tag 1 1/4"




Tea Bag Gift

Valentine...if I could, I would take all your troubles and toss them in the sea,
but since I can't I'm sending you my favorite cup of tea!


Dimensions for Celestial Seasoning size bag
4" x 6 1/2"
Score on back side at 1/2" and fold up to meet score line and crease
Adhere sides, add tea bag and use glue dot to close flap
Circut Cartridge:  Lyrical Letters 1 1/2"
Adhere sentiment & embellishments

Lipton tea bag Dimensions 3" x 6 5/8"



Matchbook Mints

Valentines Like You are Worth a "Mint"
 
Card stock cut at 2" x 4 3/4"
Score on back side at 4 1/2", 2 1/4" and 2" and crease
Place mint inside lower flap & staple plastic
Tuck in like a matchbook & adhere sentiment & embellishments



-----DON'T FORGET-----
Valentines Day Card Blog Hop
Saturday (TOMORROW), January 22 (Begins at 7:00 AM EST) & Sunday, January 23
Get ready for wonderful Valentines Day ideas and chances to win blog candy! 

The hop will begin at  Ellen's Card Monkey blog
http://www.cardmonkey-business.blogspot.com/

A full blog hop list of links will be posted at each stop on Saturday!  
You don't want to miss it!