October 2011 Newsletter

Visit My Site | Shop Now!

 

The Most Wonderful (and Busiest) Time of the Year

 

Ah yes, it is that time of year ... back to school, then Halloween, then Thanksgiving, then Christmas ... and then there’s the new year and Valentine’s Day is not too far behind. It’s the time of year when the holidays seem to pile up on each other and our “To Do” List seems to keep growing. But don’t put card making or handmade gifts to the wayside. Here are some reasons why:

It’s relaxing.

Take time for yourself to enjoy your hobby and check things off of your list of things to do at the same time. A fun gift to create are little treat boxes with the Matchbox Bigz XL Big Shot die (#114890), some labels, and the It’s a Wrap Holidays stamp set (#122770 - wood/#122772 - clear). Stamp the labels, wrap them around mini candy bars and put them into the Matchbox and they are ready to give. Embellish the Matchbox for an added touch. And don’t forget to enjoy some chocolate while you are stamping for some added relaxation.

 

It’s personal.

You can create cards and gifts that reflect your personality or that are personalized for the recipient. Handmade, stamped cards and gifts are the things that the recipient will hang onto long after the holidays are over. There is just something about the thoughtfulness of a handmade card or gift that makes it that much more special. The new Stampin’ Card Keeper (#124107) makes a great gift filled with some handmade cards, and also makes a great way to keep organized during the holidays.

It’s festive.

Start a family tradition. Create wreaths for the different seasons or holidays as family and let each member of the family create and add a personal element. You can even incorporate Simply Adorned charms (#116799) into your project and family members can create different inserts to change with the seasons.

Pull out your catalogs, plan your projects, order your supplies, and then you will be ready for what the holiday season brings you. If you would like personal design assistance for your holiday projects, please contact me and I would be more than happy to help.

In With the New Swap–Group 4

Created by Gidget Joyal using Polar Party.

Created by Sarah Naber using Tripple Treat Flower.

Created by Wendi Jo Welch Sands using Under the Big Top.

Created by Desiree Spenst using Elebration.

Created by Deanna Eiarson using Field Flowers.

Created by Libby Fens using Hello, Doily

Created by Jordan Fuller using I Dig You.

Created by Tina Taves using Creative Elements.

Created by Sarah Groven using Spooky Bingo Bits.

Created by Erin Calhoun-Mangat using Established Elegance.

Created by Melina Rakis Bischel using Daring Adventure.

Created by Jessi Johnson using Kindness Matters.

Created by Joszette (Dailystamperof5kids) using Merry Winter.

Created by Diane Bizzell using Language of Friendship.

Created by Kelly Godlewski using Merry & Type.

In With the New Swap–Group 3

Created by Serena Springer using Blessings from Heaven.

Created by Gidget Joyal using Established Elegance.

Created by Jessi Johnson using Kindness Matters.

Created by Tina Taves using Language of Friendship.

Created by Sarah Naber using Patterned Party.

Created by Erin Calhoun-Mangat using Sweet Floral.

Created by Desiree Spenst using Merry Winter.

Created by Deanna Eiarson using Forever Young.

Created by Kelly Godlewski using Sunflower.

Created by Sarah Groven using Button Buddies.

Created by Melina Rakis Bischel using Hello, Doily.

Created by Kathy Kartak using Floral Fillers.

Created by Joszette (Dailystamperof5kids) using Best Friends Forever.

Created by Amanda Farlinger using Up, Up & Away.

In With the New Swap–Group 2

 

Created by Dara Golden with Occasions Alphabet

 

Created by Gidget Joyal using Nursery Times.

 

Created by Michele Barker using Button Buddies.

 

Created by Sarah Groven using Beautiful Season.

 

Created by Tara Angus using Patterned Party.

 

Created by Jessi Johnson using Kindness Matters.

 

Created by Sarah Naber using Creative Elements.

 

Created by Patty (Pattydeon) using Raining Flowers

 

Created by Deanna Eiarson using Zoo Review.

 

Created by Joszette (Dailystamperof5kids) using Dinoroars.

 

Created by Leah Freeman using Valentine Love.

 

Created by Cindy Goehring using Lean On Me.

 

Created by Diane Bizzell using Summer Solstice.