It's your birthday

 

This is the second card for my kids birthday card class this month.  thanks for stopping by!

Lip Balm Holders

I get a lot of request for directions on these little lip balm holders so I thought I would write up the directions.  The main part is from the retired Two Tags Die but you could easily cut just the paper and add a decorative edge to the tops and fold it to form the bottom.  One of the die cuts from this die measure 4 x 2 3/4 and are scored at 1 3/4 from the bottom edge.  I cut  two of them and glued them together at the score lines.

 

The part that holds the lip balm measures 2 x 3 1/8 and is scored at 5/8,1 1/4,1 7/8, and 2 1/2 and then glued into the center of the two die cuts.

Just in case you are interested, I do these dress boxes in most of the Disney princesses for birthday parties as well as wedding dresses for weddings.  They have a small box built in which could hold small favors such as jewelry or candy.  I ship them flat but they are easily formed.

 

Here is the original one I made a few years ago.  If you have further questions, let me know.  thanks for stopping by!

Oh, the Places You Will go

I found these Dr. Seuss erasers at Target when we were doing back to school shopping and bought a few packs.  The hat was cased from Pinterest.  I will use these at craft shows this fall, I try to have things that will  appeal to all age groups.  I used the new 2x8 clear bags from the annual catalog to put them in. 

I found these as well but they won't fit the 2x8 bags but I found some bags in my stash that would work.  Thanks for stopping by!

Shooting Star

Hope your weekend is going good, I am off to Nashville, TN with Sadie and Shelby to go to a concert and stay at their favorite place, Opryland Hotel.  I am kind of dreading the concert but I have my ear plugs packed so maybe it won't be too bad.  I have a cute card to share made with the Shooting Star stamp set and matching framelits.  Thanks for stopping by!

Pretty Kitty

 

My routine is a little off this week, I am working from home since the kids are on Summer break.  Needless to say, I haven't got much stamping done.  I have cooked, cleaned, and even gardened a little.  I managed to finish this card that I started a week ago and love it.  The DSP is from the Festive Birthday and the stamp set is Pretty Kitty.  Thanks for stopping by!

You're So Sweet

 

Have you got your order ready from the new annual catalog yet....because you can order starting today!  I made my order and the one thing that I am most excited to get is the Jar of Love stamp set on page 75 of the catalog.  I pulled out a very old set called All Wrapped up that was one of the first stamps I ever  bought. 

I had to make this one for Dalton.  We were sitting outside on the swing a few nights ago talking and something jumped up between us.  It was a tiny frog, but it scared me and him both.  He soon got over being afraid and was carrying it around trying to put it on me.  He got the biggest kick out of seeing me scream and run from him.  He wanted to take it in the house but that wasn't happening so I told him I would get him a little aquarium to keep things like that in.  His birthday is this month, do you think he might settle for a stamped frog in a jar?  I doubt it but I am still going to try it.

Castle Rock Park

I went on a field trip today with this handsome guy and we had a blast.  We went to Castle Rock Park which is awesome park in our area. 

They have lots of rock and wood climbing areas as well as a lot of figures dressed as knights fighting dragons, wizards, ect. 

This giant dragon was Dalton's favorite, the kids could climb on it and jump at several different levels.  It was the favorite of most of the kids and was the busiest.

And all Kingdoms  have to have a Unicorn.

This was my favorite, there are two frightened  knights hovering in a tree while Dalton hangs out with the dragon totally unafraid!

 

And of course a picnic of PB&J and strawberries along side a lovely princess is what every knight dreams of.  The best part for me was just hanging out and listening to their pretend play, and trying not to get caught smiling at their cute conversations as knights and princesses.  I think I enjoyed it more than the kids did!

Happy Birthday Princess

Today I have the lovely Snow White to share.  I bought these stamps while on vacation last year in Florida but can't remember where I bought them. I had intended to use them to scrapbook Disney World pictures but that hasn't happened yet, I am only about 8 years behind on scrapbooking!

I am working on making the dwarfs but it may take me a while.  Thanks for stopping by!

Princess Party

I worked on samples yesterday to have on hand for when someone comes in to book a kids birthday party.  This same design will be used as the invitation.

This is the favor box.

It will hold about 8 candy kisses or two mini candy bars or small jewelry.

I do ship these in the USA only.  If you are interested, keep in mind that you will need to place order at least 6 weeks in advance since I stay booked ahead that much.  For pricing you can email me at dls8383@gmail.com.  I will show you Snow White and Ariel as soon as I complete them and you can see Aurora here, I am also making an Aurora dress box like the ones above.  Thanks for stopping by!

Slam Dunk Birthday

Today I have a card I made for a friend to give to her grandson who loves basketball and is turning 13 soon.  I used a retired stamp set called Slam Dunk.

For the inside I used the Number framelits to cut the 13 and the Number of Years stamp set.  Thanks for stopping by!

You Rock

Dalton saw me coloring this image and said, "that is not me, Mom".  I had to ask why of course, and he said because his hair doesn't stick up.  I LOVE that boy!

Lunch Box Notes

I love to tuck a little note of encouragement in my kids lunch boxes especially if they are having a test that day or just to tell them that I love them.  The Words of Truth  stamp set is perfect for making these.  The sentiments are all sweet, but I especially love the one that says "I love you more than grilled cheese" since my kids know how much I like grilled cheese!  I made several sets and boxed them up to sell at craft shows.

I made two sets of these, one to sell and one for myself.

I made three sets from this retired DSP.  I used Whisper White card stock and added DSP to the front and stamped the sentiment on the back with plenty of room for 'mom' to write a note.  Thanks for stopping by!

No Bones About It

I got to stamp today!  I had to get this stamp set for Dalton, he loves dinosaurs.  My To-Do list for today is long but hopefully I can squeeze in some stamping time as well, thanks for stopping by!

@birthdaygirl

This little cutie ballerina is a lot of fun to color,  and since I am low on kids cards I made a couple to add to my stash.  Thanks for stopping by!

Pirate Birthday

I pulled out an old stamp set to make this card for a customer whose son loves pirates. Thanks for stopping by!

#kindofabigdeal

My friend Irma requested a card for her grandson who was chosen to be on a sports team with older boys so it was kind of a big deal.

And a view of the inside.  Thanks for stopping by!

Thomas the Train

Invitations done!  Now to work on party favors....I am working on two parties at once and it has been a challenge but I love doing it.  Here is the Thomas invitation which was inspired by this card.  I changed up the train part a bit, I used one of  the Project Life Cards and Labels Framelit dies which turned out to be the perfect size.  One of the standard panels I use for cards is 3x4 inches and this die works for that!  I will share the party favors soon.

Since there wasn't any place to put the party information inside the card, I made a belly band and added it to the front and back.  The card was cut with the Pop-n-Cuts die.

The other party I am working on is a Ninja Turtle party.  I am getting quite good at making these...I have made 40 now.

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Minion Love

I am not sure what the attraction is to minions but my kids love anything minion.  Sadie has a crocheted hat, a shirt, a key chain, a movie, a stuffed character....wish I had thought of them.  When I saw this one on Pinterest, I knew  had   to make one.  Sadie wants me to make 26 of theses for her class as Valentines but that's not happening....maybe this one....

This one is much easier, just wrap the paper around a Twinkie and add a big googlie eye.  Thanks for stopping by!

That's the Ticket

I recently got this DSP for free from SU when they had a booking incentive going.  I had bought some of this paper when it was current, but how did I miss this sheet with the elephants on it.  It is adorable for a kids birthday card.  This is one of the cards  for my Occasions class this month.


Recipe:
Stamps:  That's the Ticket
Ink:  Island Indigo
Paper:  Calypso Coral, Island Indigo, Whisper White card stock; World Spectacular DSP
Accessories:  Ticket Punch, Calypso coral Baker's Twine

Oh, Whale

I love this little whale and last year at this time he was used almost every day.  I hold on  to and use  favorites even after they are retired.  The Watercolor Wonder DSP is available in the Occasions catalog.


Card Recipe:

Stamps:   Oh, Whale, Wishes Your Way
Ink:  Island Indigo, Gumball Green
Paper:  Whisper White Island Indigo Gumball Green card stock, Watercolor Wonder DSP
Accessories:  Happy Whale Clearlit die, 3/4 in. circle punch, cupcake punch