Hershey Nugget Mini-Boxes

I love this little box!  It's quick and easy to make and it's perfect for giving a little chocolate treat.  Slip some money in with the chocolates to make it even more exciting! My friend, Christy Tobin, gave me the bee version of the box and I loved it!  I had to try it with a variety of different papers.  It was hard to stop!  The box and the nugget wraps all come out of ONE 6" x 6" sheet of DSP.  Cool eh?

You can see a video of me making this box on my Facebook page HERE. 

Measurements:

1. Start with a 6" x 6" piece of DSP.
2. Cut 2 inches off one side; then cut that piece into four 1" x 3" strips (to wrap around the nuggets).
3. Take the remaining piece of DSP (4" x 6") and score 5/8" in from each side.
4. With 6" side at the top, score at 2-5/8" and 3 1/4."
5. Cut along the small score lines to get flaps, but don't cut any flaps off.
6. Notice that one panel of the box is slightly bigger than the other panel, that is the box lid.  Use 1/2" punch to give a half-moon shape at the top edge of the lid.
7. Adhere your small flaps to the inside of the long edges.  The top lid will have flaps adhered inside both ends (much easier to understand on video than to explain in writing).
8. Use tear tape or glue dots on the end of each 1" strip to attach it to the nuggets.
9. Voila, the box is done!

I made a whole bunch of the bee boxes as party favors for my Honeybee Stamp Camp.  It was so fun!

Supplies for Bee version (DSP and cording are retired): 

Product List

Golden Honey Specialty Designer Series Paper [152311]	Honey Bee Bundle [153792]	Stitched Shapes Dies [145372]	Stitched Nested Labels Dies [149638]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]
Daffodil Delight Dark Stampin' Blends Marker [144585]	Gold Cording Trim [139618]	1/2" (1.3 Cm) Circle Punch [119869]

Supplies for Parrot version:

Product List

Birthday Bonanza Designer Series Paper [151313]	Bonanza Buddies Photopolymer Stamp Set [151567]	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]	2" (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch [133782]	1/2" (1.3 Cm) Circle Punch [119869]
Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297]	Glitter Enamel Dots [146934]

Supplies for Parisian Blossom Version:

Product List (should say Stitched Shapes dies, not Stitched Labels Dies)

Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper [151192]	Delightful Day Photopolymer Stamp Set [149466]	Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [147116]	Stitched Labels Dies [146828]	Petal Pink 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Metallic-Edge Ribbon [151194]
Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels [151193]	1/2" (1.3 Cm) Circle Punch [119869]

Supplies for Poppies version (stamp set is retired):
Product List

Peaceful Poppies Designer Series Paper [151324]

Part Of My Story Cling Stamp Set [149719]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708]

Country Club Twine Combo Pack [151318]

1/2" (1.3 Cm) Circle Punch [119869]

Thank you for visiting my blog.  You'll have to give this box a try! Please use the April Host Code on online orders this month: MX2JHDEW. If your order is over $50, you will receive Polka Dot Tulle ribbon as a gift from me! If your order is over $150, do not use the code as you will earn the host rewards for yourself plus get the ribbon!

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

Ladybug Fun Fold Card

The Little Ladybug host set is SO adorable!  You can get it free during Sale-A-Bration when you place a $300 order or host a party totaling $300 or more in sales.  Not ready to spend that much?  Place an order of $50 order or more before the end of March and your name will be entered in a drawing to win the stamp set from me for free!  The winner will be announced April 1st.

I found the measurements for this fun fold card on Julie Davison's blog HERE.  She also has a video which is helpful to watch!  Some of the punches are retired, but you can make the same design using dies instead of punches.

Measurements:

• Black Cardstock: 4-1/4" x 11", with 11" side at the top, score at 2-1/2" and 6-3/4."  After you score, trim 1/16" to 1/8"  off the bottom (the flap that folds up) so it will close nicely.
• Flower DSP: 4" x 3-7/8"
• White Cardstock: 4"x 4" for inside; 2" circle
• Red Cardstock: Punch one scallop circle with the 2 3/8" scallop punch (retired); punch two small flowers with the Small Bloom Punch (SAB item)

Tips:

• Watch Julie's video (link above) as it makes the remaining steps easy to understand! :)
• I used the 2 1/2" circle punch on the black cardstock. Push it all the way in from the edge with the score line down the middle.  I did this first, then attached my white cardstock inside, and punched again to get rid of the white half-circle.  You could attach and then punch, but this makes it easier to punch.
• To get your scallop circle in the exact right spot, it's best if you attach your DSP and fold the card with both flaps closed, then put adhesive on the half circle part where the DSP is, and add your scallop circle.
• Curl up the edges of your two small bloom flowers and attach to each other with a glue dot.  Attach to the card with a dimensional in the spot that will just keep the top flap closed so it doesn't pop open.
• I used Stampin' Blends to color all of my images.  Supplies listed at the end of this post.

Thank you for visiting my blog.  I hope you enjoy making this sweet ladybug card.  You can scroll to the end of this post to see a list of supplies used and add items to your cart.  If you place an order, please use the March Host Code: WHJZQYQ3. If your order is over $150, do not use the code as you will earn the host rewards for yourself!  As a reminder, you can choose a free sale-a-bration item with every $50 purchased (before shipping and tax); you will also get a free package of envelopes as a gift from me for ordering in March, AND you'll enter the drawing for the free Ladybug set.

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

Product List

Little Ladybug Host Cling Stamp Set (English)

[152384]

Versamark Pad

[102283]

White Stampin' Emboss Powder

[109132]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

2-3/8" Circle Scallop Punch

[118874]

Scallop Edge Border Punch

[119882]

2-1/2" Circle Punch

[120906]

2" (5.1 Cm) Circle Punch

[133782]

Small Bloom Punch

[152316]

Glitter Enamel Dots

[144200]

Real Red Dark Stampin' Blends

[147934]

Daffodil Delight Dark Stampin' Blends Marker

[144585]

Basic Black Light Stampin' Blends

[147940]

Smoky Slate Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[145054]

Petal Pink Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[146866]

Granny Apple Green Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[146876]

Love Banner

Love is in the air!  The From My Heart Suite in the Mini Catalog is perfect for making cards, party favors, and home decor items. We made this Love banner at my recent Bingo event.  This banner was inspired by a Fall banner I saw created by B.J. Peters HERE.  I used her measurements and just changed the decor from fall to a Valentine's theme.  The beautiful DSP and gems do most of the work!  Guests could choose to hang their banner horizontally (as shown above) or veritcally (as shown below).  Vertical was the winner! 

Measurements:

• DSP layer on each card: 3-1/2" x 5"
• Thick White Cardstock Layer: 3-3/4" x 5-1/4"
• Whisper White tag piece: 2" x 3/4" (trim after stamping if needed)
• For the ovals, I used the largest stitched oval die for the white pieces and the largest layering scallop die for the scalloped mat behind the white oval.
• Die-cut your letters from Basic Black Cardstock (I forgot to add it in the supply list below)

Tips for all 4 Cards:

• Add the gems after completing each card.  I squirted a few tiny dots of glue on the card, then added gems using craft tweezers to help me pick up those tiny ones!
• Glue your white stitched oval piece to the scalloped oval, then attach the ovals to the card base with dimensionals.
• The letters are all glued flat EXCEPT for the V letter which is lifted on foam strips after you tie the tag to it.
• Before putting each card together, stamp all of your small scalloped hearts in Real Red (3) or Flirty Flamingo (2), then fussy cut (or use Scan-n-Cut if you have one).  You will also need to stamp the arrow in Basic Gray and fussy cut. 

L Card--Cut two pieces of ribbon, one about 6" and one about 10".  Wrap the 6" piece around the front of your DSP and tape on the back.  You can do this before or after you attach the DSP to the white base.  Put the rest of your card together as shown, using dimensionals under the scallop oval piece and both hearts.  Tie a bow out of the 10" each piece of ribbon and attach to the card with a glue dot or tear tape.

O Card--Add the letter O last so it can overlap your heart a bit.  Stamp the large heart in red and punch it out.  Tape the arrow to the back of the large heart.  Attach your DSP to the card base and add your ovals to the front with dimensionals.  Fold 6-7" of red ribbon in half and attach to the bottom of the card with a strip of tear tape.  Put mini dimensionals on the card to attach the heart but avoid putting them where they will land on the ribbon.  Glue your O down.

V card--Attach your DSP to the card base, then put a strip of tear tape down the middle of the card as shown in the photo.  Peel the backing off the tear tape and use it to hold your ribbon in place as you lay it across the card.  Put mini-dimenisonals on your card base, avoiding the ribbon, then attach your oval.

  

Stamp your tag and trim the top two edges with scissors to get the shape shown.  Tie it to your V with the twine, or just make a bow with the twine and add it with a glue dot.  I used adhesive foam strips to add the letter to the card, avoiding the place where the twine was, but if you don't tie the twine around, you could glue it flat and add the tag with dimensionals.

E Card--Put a mini dimensional right above the oval to lift the bow.  Use a glue-dot on the back of the bow as well since the dimensionals don't stick well to ribbon.

Watch the video below to see how to make this into a vertical banner.

Horizontal Banner--Attach your cards to string with mini-clothespins.  Then tape or tie the string where you want it. 

Thank you for visiting my blog.  I hope you enjoy making this banner!  You can scroll to the end of this post to see a list of supplies used and add items to your cart.  If you place an order, please use the February Host Code: PKBHVTQ4. If your order is over $50, you will receive a free package of medium envelopes from me, plus you will get to choose a free Sale-A-Bration item at check-out!

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

Product List

Heartfelt Bundle (English)

[153775]

From My Heart Specialty Designer Series Paper

[151189]

Real Red 3/8" (1 Cm) Double-Stitched Satin Ribbon

[151155]

From My Heart Faceted Gems

[151154]

Large Letters Framelits Dies

[141712]

Stitched Shapes Dies

[152323]

Layering Ovals Dies

[151771]

Silver 3/8" Metallic-Edge Ribbon

[144213]

Whisper White Solid Baker's Twine

[124262]

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[140272]

Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[102482]

Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[141416]

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad

[147084]

Flirty Flamingo Classic Stampin' Pad

[147052]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad

[149165]

M & M Candy Sleeve

The From My Heart suite on p. 9 of the Mini Catalog was one of the first new suites to catch my eye.  It includes two different heart punches!  I love punches more than dies because they are so quick and easy, especially when making multiples.  I saw a Christmas version of this candy bar sleeve made by Stacey Cogswell on the Demonstrator Facebook page and wanted to try a Valentine version for our recent Super Saturday event.

Measurements:

• Flirty Flamingo Cardstock (box wrap): 6" x 7"; with 7" side at the top, score at 1/2", 1 1/4", 3 3/4", 4 1/2"
• From My Heart DSP: 2" X 5 1/2"
• Whisper White Cardstock: 2 1/4" x 5 3/4"

Instructions:

1. Assemble your sleeve by folding on your score lines.  Attach a strip of tear tape to the 1/2" flap and wrap it around an M&M box, tucking the flap under the other end of card stock so it doesn't show.
2. Add your white layer and DSP layer to the box top.
3. Tie Real Red Double-Stitched Satin Ribbon around the box.
4. Stamp the "Happy Valentine's Heart" from the Heartfelt stamp set in Real Red ink on white cardstock.  Punch out with the heart punch.
5. Stamp the lacy heart in Real Red ink on white cardstock.  Punch out with the scallop heart punch.
6. Punch out the third heart from the DSP with the plain heart punch.  Use the scallop heart punch to punch another heart out of Real Red Cardstock.
7. The middle heart is lifted up on dimensionals, the other hearts are taped flat to the box front.

Here is the Christmas version I made of this box, cased from Stacey Cogswell.

This candy sleeve is perfect for all kinds of holidays and occasions.  I plan to try a birthday design next.  I would love to see what you make!

Placing an order this month?  Use the January host code and get a free ink pad with your order of $50 or more, PLUS a free Sale-a-Bration item!  January host code: MCQ7W2SR

Happy Stamping!
~Marsha

• Would you like a chance to win free product from the Mini Catalog? Read about Stampin' Bingo HERE.
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Snowman Hershey Bar Wrap

Happy 2020! Although Christmas has passed, I thought I would share one last project since snowmen are still around in January....at least I'm hoping for some January snow!  I found a picture tutorial for this adorable snowman from Twila Davis HERE.  I changed the greenery a little since I didn't have the punch she used.  In the photo above, I used a smaller circle punch for the buttons, but I ended up liking it better using the same punch for both the eyes and the buttons.  See the difference below.

Check out my quick tutorial video on facebook HERE, or read on for written instructions.

Supplies

• Hershey Bar
• Red Fleece: ½” x 12,” trim the ends to get a fringe pattern
• Whisper White cardstock: 5 ½” x 5 ¾”
• Basic Black Cardstock: 3/8” x 5 ¾” strip (for hat band); 1 1/8” x 1 ¾” (for hat top); 5 circles for eyes and nose; I used the Cookie Cutter Christmas punch to get the circles
• Real Red Cardstock: 3/16” x 1 ¾”
• Pumpkin Pie Cardstock: scrap cut into a triangle nose shape
• Sprig punched out of Granny Apple Green Cardstock with the Sprig Punch
• Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels
• Black Sharpie Marker
• White gel pen

Instructions

1. Put tear tape on one of the 5 ½” ends of your white cardstock. Use a bone folder to slightly curve your cardstock in the direction you want it to go when you wrap it. Wrap the cardstock around the Hershey bar and attach to the other end of the cardstock (not to the bar itself so you can slide the wrap off if needed).
2. Tie the fleece around the bar into a scarf.
3. Use glue or glue dots to add your black circles for the eyes and buttons, and the nose. Draw the mouth with a black Sharpie. Note: The photo shows two different sized for the buttons and the eyes, but I ended up like it best with the same size for both.
4. Put tear tape in the middle of your black hat band strip and attach the black rectangle piece to it (so it’s behind the band). Attach the red piece above the band. Put tear tape on both ends of the hat band and wrap it around the top of the snowman’s head.
5. Cut off the top pieces of your green sprig and attach with glue.
6. Add red rhinestones.
7. Draw white lines on the eyes with a white gel pen.

I made a bunch of these cute little guys for my piano students.  It was a fun project!

Did you know it's Sale-A-Bration time?  You can choose a free stamp set or other item for every $50 you spend!  Check out the awesome choices HERE.  You will also get a free gift from me when you order $50 at my online store and use the January hostess code at check out: MCQ7W2SR

Hope your year is off to a great start.  Happy Stamping!

~Marsha