Thursday, February 5, 2026

Sweet Jar Easel Cards

 

Aren't these easel cards made with the Sweet Jar Bundle so fun?!  I saw a picture of a birthday and Valentine version made by Karin Braxton that inspired me to give them a try!  The Sweet Jar Bundle is currently on the last chance list, so grab it before it's gone!  I made the following Easter card version on a recent Facebook Live.



You can watch the replay of that video on YouTube linked below:


These are the measurements in inches for this card:
  • Coastal Cabana card base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, on 8-1/2" side, score at 4-1/4
  • On the front panel of the card, cut in 1-3/8" from each side from the bottom of the card to the middle score line (best understood by watching the video).
  • Turn the card and score only the middle section of that front panel at 2-1/8 (best understood by watching the video).
  • Flirty Flamingo: 3-1/4 x 4-1/2, die-cut a large arch (4th die in) with the Everyday Arches Dies
  • Basic White: 3 x 4, die-cut an arch (5th die in) with the Everyday Arches Dies
  • Easter Joy DSP (Designer Paper): 1-1/8 x 4 (cut 2)
  • Basic White (inside panel): 2-5/8 x 4
  • The "Happy Easter" sentiment came from a past Paper Pumpkin kit--Sweet Springtime, Feb. 2024
  • To make the "jelly beans," stamp the image in Smoky Slate ink, but stamp off first so it's very light. Then color over the top with Stampin' Blends.
You can see photo icons of supplies used to make this card at the end of this post.  Click on them if you would like to purchase.
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The following Valentine version was made using the new Made with Love Designer Series Paper, with Real Red cardstock and ink, plus Flirty Flamingo ink.  The little hearts are from the Loose Valentine's Assortment.  The sentiment on the front came from a past Paper Pumpkin kit as well--Lovely Lavender, Jan. 2024.



The following St. Patrick's Day version was made using the Florals in Bloom Designer Series Paper, with Granny Apple Green and Garden Green cardstock and ink.  I used the Traditional Sparkling Sequins to decorate the card (also on the Last Chance List). The sentiment on the front came from the Confetti Birthday Kit (retired now from the Kit Collection). 



This Easter version uses the same products as the first card, but the DSP is a different pattern.



These easel cards were fun to make! I love how colorful they are.  Give them a try and let me know how it goes!  You can see a supply list for the Easter card at the bottom of this post.

Come cruise with me!
I can't end without inviting you to come cruise and craft with me either to the Bahamas (Nov. 15, 2026) or to Alaska (August 6, 2027).  Read all about my crafting cruises HERE.  You get to craft on sea days (24 projects provided by us), and explore and go sight-seeing on port days.  It's the best!  Hope to see you on the ship!

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

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Monday, November 10, 2025

Poppin' By Box and Gift Card Slider Card

Today I want to share two adorable projects that use the Poppin' By bundle.  This bundle is on the "Last Chance" list, which means it's only available while supplies last.  Grab it before it's gone!

You can see me make these projects on the video below.  Read on to see the measurements.  You will find a supply list at the end of this post.

I got the pattern for the box from Angie Juda at Chic' n scratch.  She has a free PDF tutorial on her website.  I decorated my box differently than hers, so you should definitely check her version out because it is super cute as well!  I took my inspiration for decorating the front of the box from a card made by Stamp with Laurie.  You can see her cute card HERE.

Poppin' By Box Measurements (in inches):

  • Real Red cardstock: 8-1/4 x 8-1/4
  • Score on one side at 3/4, 3-3/4, 4-1/2, 7-1/2
  • TURN and score at 3/4, 6-3/4, and 7-1/2
  • Cut along the score lines to make the box look like the template  shown in the photo below.  Use a corner rounder punch to get the rounded edges.
  • Striped DSP (from Turtle-y Cute pack): 2-1/2 x 5-1/2
  • Daffodil Delight cardstock: 2-5/8 x 5-5/8
  • Scraps of white, black, Real Red, and Balmy Blue for the popcorn bucket and film pieces

This box holds Pop Secret snack size popcorn (insert at a slight angle to fit).  You could also slip a movie theater gift card inside with some candy instead of popcorn.  In the video I show how I get the two colors on the popcorn bucket, along with instructions for making the 3D glasses.



Poppin' By Card Measurements (in inches):
  • Real Red cardstock: 4-1/4 x 11, score at 3-3/4 and 9-1/4
  • Garden Green cardstock (sliding pocket part): 3-3/4 x 7, score at 1/2" and 5"
  • Plaid DSP (from Lovely Garden pack): 4 x 3-1/2
  • Striped DSP (from Lovely Garden pack): 4 x 1-1/2
  • Polka Dot DSP (from Lovely Garden pack): 3-1/2 x 1-3/4
  • Basic White cardstock (front): 2-7/8 x 2-1/2
  • Basic Black cardstock: 3-1/8 x 2-3/4
  • Basic White (inside): 3-1/2 x 2-3/8
  • Basic White (greeting): 1/2 x 3-1/2 (trim after stamping)
  • Daffodil Delight cardstock: punch a 1-1/2" circle
  • Real Red cardstock: 3/8 x 2-3/4
  • Scraps of white and black for the popcorn bucket
Yes, this card has a lot of pieces!  I plan to put a movie theater gift card inside.  My son loves going to the movies and he loves popcorn, so it's perfect!



Thanks for poppin' by!  I hope you enjoy making this project!

Happy Stamping!

Marsha LaFroth

P.S. The popcorn box was one of the projects we made on our recent crafting cruise.  If you think stamping at home is nice, you should try stamping on a cruise ship for the ultimate experience!  I host a crafting cruise every year.  Come join me on the next one!

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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Halloween Co-worker Gifts

 

Looking for a little Halloween gift for a friend or co-worker?  These little treat pouches are just perfect!  We made them at my recent craft class and when my daughter saw them, she liked them so much that she wanted to make them for her co-workers.  The basic structure of the box is simple, but the design on the front of this particular box involved a decent amount of coloring and die-cutting, so we planned a Halloween crafting day!  My daughter-in-law also joined the fun!  We watched a cute Halloween Hallmark movie and made a dozen little treat pouches.  So fun!










I found the idea for this box from In the Pink Designs by Cathryn.  I can't find the video I watched now (I tweaked the measurements to make it wider), but you can see five other fun projects Cathryn made with this Spooky Halloween Suite HERE.  You can watch me make this project on the video below:


Here are the measurements in inches:
  • Granny Apple Green: 5 x 8-1/2; with 8-1/2" at the top, score at 3-1/2, 4-1/2, and 8; turn so the 5" side is at the top and score 1" in from each side.
  • Cut along the score lines to make the box look like the picture below.  You will need to cut in 1" on each side of the middle scored section to create the flaps (easier to understand in the video).

  • DSP: 2-3/4 x 3-1/4
  • Petunia Pop: 1/2 x 1-5/8
  • Basic Black: scrap to die-cut the haunted house
  • Daffodil Delight (left piece to put behind the windows): 8/16 x 2-1/8
  • Daffodil Delight (right piece to put behind the windows): 5/8 x 1-3/8
  • Basic White: scrap to stamp and die-cut the cat or dog


I used THESE mini flat velcro dots to hold the pouch closed.  I tied the ribbon into a bow and attached it with a glue dot.  We filled our pouches with candy.


I hope you give this little treat pouch a try.  I think it would be great for Thanksgiving table favors, and Christmas stocking stuffers as well!  You will find a list of supplies used at the end of this post.

Would you like FREE Stampin' Up products?
  • Purchase a starter kit for only $35 and get $90 of product FREE! (Oct. 1-31 only).  Learn more HERE.
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Happy Stamping!

Marsha LaFroth

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