OK ladies (and the few men who read too) grab a cup of coffee because this post is JAM packed with goodness!
You will definitely want to check out Katie Cotton‘s blog today for her take on today’s template!! I am covering for the fact that we are one girl down (for this month only) so I’m making up for it by posting 2 full projects. I hope you take the time to read all the yummy details 😀 There is so much to share.
My obsession with gift packaging started after I made my very first 2-4-6-8 box, and a bag-a-lope! LOL!
My Stampin’ Up! demo, turned friend Paulette showed me how at one of her workshops. Once I saw how it went together I became obsessed with making them, and learning HOW I can make my own little boxes. I started buying all sorts of templates for envelopes, gable boxes, and whatever else I could find.
I began looking at the world in a whole new way. Instead of looking at PRODUCTS in the store, I started looking at their PACKAGING. Before I knew it I was able to just look at something and figure it out myself. It was exhilarating. That joy and passion has just grown and grown, and now NOTHING is off limits to be made into a 3D package of some sort! I have tons of stuff to come. Most of all is the feeling I get when others receive something they know I made with them in mind 😀
One of my most FAVORITE things to give are bath and body products. I think most of us love to feel pampered and smell good 😀 Often we don’t want to SPLURGE on those items for yourself, so giving someone something like that is so fun for me (maybe it is because I personally love that kind of stuff too). I think I have found a way to use every template I ever created with these types of products! LOL!
Well, this time I designed my packaging specifically for those types of gifts!
I wanted/needed that PERFECT presentation and fit for such items. So after purchasing, and measuring MANY varieties of the size/style/type bottles that these things are generally packaged in, and I designed the perfect fitting template.
This is the Take Time Pocket ©
Take Time For Yourself
Completed Project Size
Tall: 6 1/4 Inches
Wide: 4 Inches
Deep: 2 1/2 Inches
This template was designed to coordinate with the Take Time © and Just For You © Pretty Impressions stamp set. Now you have the perfect items for packaging gifts for any occasion. Finally the perfect packaging for all types of gifts! Be it short, tall, thick or thin, store bought or homemade, it will be perfectly presented in this template! This template is the epitome of easy elegance! Goes together in a snap but looks like so much work! Not only is this a gorgeous packaging wrap but it looks amazing when used as your room decor for storing your everyday type of items! Perfect for any room in the house! Cut a hole in the top, and you have a sweet treat door hanger for a friend or neighbor.
All you have to do is take a little time and you are sure to make someone feel as special as they really are!
Now this template looks like this before you decorate it
The curves this template has makes it so unique, and eye catching. It LOOKS like it would ahve taken you forever, but goes together in a SNAP! You will fall in LOVE!
Now below, here is that same box all decorated with our Take Time & Petal Perfection stamp set, as well as the GaGa for Gingham, and Carousel color of our Fanciful Flourishes Pretty Printables © digital paper, which I added some color to using my markers! The centers of all the flowers have Liqud Pearls.
WOW! What a difference huh? I especially love adding that quick detail of color to the paper.
The template comes with the decorative layers for the inside back panel (can be used on the back of the template as well), and the side panels. It also has a label that fits PERFECTLY with the label image from our Take Time © stamp set! You can use a circular image/sentiment on the front, or the label!
I used the Petal Perfection © to stamp my large flower in a dark purple ink, and sponged the edges, and used the Petal Perfections Cut File to cut it out 😀 Now with little to no work it looks amazing. OH! And coloring this……a dream! You will more on that soon 😀
Here I used one of the circular sentiments for the front-it reads: Take Time For Yourself
Those of you with personal cutting machines can resize this too!
The Take Time & Petal Perfection stamp sets are sold in a “package” this month! You will get all 29 images for $18!
Truly stunning.
As you can see this template easily fits your standard size bath/body wash, lotions, bath salts, bubble bath….you name it. This serves not only as a way to GIFT these items but showcase and store them too! They also fit bottles from Bath & Body Works (my favorite!) as do the labels in the stamp set.
When I began designing my own stamps in August, I knew there was one set that I FOR SURE had to make! I personally felt there was a huge lack of images for giving such gifts! So I began creating the stamp set that is called Take Time ©. I chose that name because we really do need to take time for ourselves and give our-self a little but of pampering!
Take Time © Set of 21 images
This set was designed to coordinate with the Take Time Pocket template © as well as the Petal Perfection set. The label in this set coordinates nicely with the Just For You © stamp set (available in digital download as well) which is an “everyday” themed set. This is the perfect set for creating cards, gifts or tags for the items that PAMPER!I have so longed for a set that I can utilize to personalize homemade or store bought bath & beauty essentials. Now it is easy to dress up those special gifts I give most to everyone on my list! Who doesn’t love to be pampered? Well now you can take those creations and make them that much more personalized! The large sentiments are perfect for fitting in our custom designed label, while the smaller sentiments fit perfectly underneath! The flowers in the set are sure to dress this up or be used on their own.
Sentiments read:
Shower Gel
Bath Lotion
Bath Salts
Bubble Bath
Pamper Yourself
Simple Pleasures
Mind* Body* Soul
Rest* Rejuvenate* Relax
Wash Away the Stress
You are scent-sational
Add one capful and enjoy!
Lather & Rinse
Here is a sample of the labels and sentiments used in conjunction with the flowers that are in the set!
Could it get any more AMAZING? Let’s get a closer look at it all.
I used the label cut file from the Take Time Pocket © template to cut my labels from an adhesive label sheet that I got at Staples!! I stamped my label image onto the cut label tag. I then colored my border, and added my stamped flowers. Once I was done that I stamped my large bath sentiments, and used a coordinating smaller sentiment for underneath.
Since my images are acrylic it is easy to line up. All the sentiments are separate so you can easily mix & match!
Now these look so much more personal than leaving them PLAIN! You can easily peel the labels off too if you want.
Here is the Shower Gel
I added the Lather & Rinse. I could have chosen “wash away the stress” or some of the others.
Now we have the Body Lotion
On this one I added Simple Pleasures, but again I could have chosen several of the others too!
OK! Are you STILL with me? You won’t want to miss what is next either!
Now once this stamp/template set was completed, I figured my “claim” that it is the perfect template for so many “everyday” sort of gifts, or occasions, I’d be much more well received if I designed such a set!
So I got to work making images, and sentiments that coordinate in much the same way as Take Time ©, but can also be used alone 😀
Let us see what we can do with Just For You ©
*Also Available in Digital Download*
This set was designed to coordinate with the frame image in the Take Time © set. The purpose was for it to be utilized for “everyday” gift giving in coordination with the Take Time Pocket © template
This is a set of wonderful everyday style sentiments and image that are just perfect for cards. tags and gift giving all year round! Gifts have never looked better, or been easier to give with this set!
The sentiments fit perfectly in the label that is in the Take Time © Pretty Impressions stamp set
(this used the semi-circle sentiment Hand Picked Just For You)
Sentiments include:
Circle sentiments:
Verses:
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WHEW!! Wait until you see everything that comes in this AMAZING set!!
Now about the project
Barrow of Seedlings
How is this for a gift set, for the gardener in your life?
This was a special gift got my own little gardeners!
I used the Take Time Pocket © to package up some seeds for my children. This has all sorts of vegetable seeds for our family garden, as well as 2 jars of wildflower mix! They loved getting this gift with their own trowels, gardening gloves, aprons, and knee cushions 😀
By the time you are all reading this, we now already have these seedlings planted in a large case in the house, and they are already sprouting out of the dirt! We planted Carrots, Snap Peas, Watermelon, Strawberries, Cucumbers, and Tomatoes. We will spread the wild flowers an a separate part of the garden once Spring comes and we can transplant the seeds! (I’ll get a photo of the kids with thier seedlings this week)
Amber is the main one caring for them and checks on their growth process daily. We read that letting kids tend for thier own garden builds self confidence, caring, and a sense of responsibility. It helps them learn about the earth and how to nurture it, so they are less likely to pollute it.
Moving on……
This is the empty version of the box.
The base was made from Acorn Squash cardstock. It has a gorgeous texture!
I designed my label using the cut file from the Take Time Pocket template © in a natural ivory cardstock. Stamped my label in a rust colored ink, and I used a marker to color around the edge. Easy peasy. I designed my decorative layers using my Pretty Printables © Fresh Flowers © digital paper in the coral color, and printed it with my Fresh Fabric © digital paper to match (can you say HEAVEN!). The flowers in this paper match the flower stamp you see on the label! It comes in 2 sizes and fits perfectly! Don’t you LOVE coordinating items without having to THINK?!
Lastly I added the ZigZag pattern from the Random Ribbons © Pretty Pieces Cut File.
I KNEW I needed a wheel barrow stamp! My project from last month was actually inspired by this image!
(HA!! Little did you know (wink))
I stamped it twice, once on my circle layer, then again on my Fresh Fabric © digial paper, so I could paper piece it.
I used a 1.60 circle and a 1 .75 circle to create this label. It was perfection. One of my favorite images 😀
The labels on the jars, well I just used some scrap left over from my printing, punched it out and added my sentiment and flowers. This came together in just a few minutes!! If you look at it, it is all pretty basic.
So there you have it!
Are you still here? I know, a lot to digest. Can you tell I’m in excitement OVERDRIVE? Jeepers. It’s just an amazing month of possibilities….and with Mother’s Day around the corner….you better get to work!
I know I’ve been workin my hiney off, and I still have TONS of ideas to share. It will blow your mind what these 3 Pretty Impressions © stamp sets can do! Just you wait 😀 (if you are totally into them already!)
Supplies:
Pretty Packaging © template: Take Time Pocket ©
Pretty Impressions © stamps: Take Time, Petal Perfection, Just for You
Pretty Printables Digital Paper: GaGa for Gingham, Fanciful Flourishes, Fresh Flowers, Fresh Fabric
Cardstock from Couture Cardstock:Carousel, Lancelot, OSW white, Acorn Squash, Thistle Stalk
Other: Natural Ivory, Adhesive Label Sheets
Pretty Pieces © Cut File: Petal Perfection, Random Ribbons
Ink: Versamagic, Momento, Copic Markers
Ribbon: May Arts
Other: Liquid pearls, branches
Well that was plenty for one day. I swear I took a nap in between posting these two projects, so I can imagine how it feels reading it (if anyone actually DID! LOL!). I am WIPED OUT!
I hope you can return tomorrow for our next round of peeks before the release on April 1st!!! On release day we have a special group post that I hope you all will enjoy too! LOTS of inspiration 😀
Thanks for stopping by.
43 Responses for "Perfect Peeks Day #2"
I stayed up late to check out your sneak peek, Lauren and it was worth it. I am honestly blown away with your new template and stamp sets. You must spend so many hours thinking and perfecting everything so it is just perfect for us. The Take Time set is so unique. Great job this month.
What a beautiful project! Absolutely amazing and so well thought out. I don’t even have to think of my own ideas – just come here and see what you have done. You have my mind spinning for some great little gifties for friends. Thanks for the inspiration. Can’t wait to see the full reveal.
Read every word Lauren and thoroughly enjoyed it want to buy everything right now can’t wait for release
Lauren,
You have done it again! I LOVE it! Seems like I say that to ALL you do! Thank you so much for all your clever ideas.
Wow… absolutely stunning projects! I’m in total awe…
Hugs and love!
Yup I read it all and loved it too! This template is awesome (but then all yours are LOL). I can see so many applications.
PS I love the sneak peeks!!
Holy cow girl! I am floored by your creativeness! It’s over flowing at all times! FANTASTIC!
Wow! 2 absolutely amazing projects! I love the idea of making your own labels for bath products, and the second project is just adorable! Love the little wheelbarrow stamp!
Absolutely Beautiful & Elegante.. Great Gift Idea!
Wonderful Project!
**Sony**
Sonia-Studio60
OH MY GOODNESS GIRL! You continue to amaze me with your creative touches! and yes, I did read the whole post, no nap in between (wink wink). I love checking daily to see the goodies….love the sneek peeks!
I always read the whole post!!! Love it. Both of these projects are stunning as usual! Especially love the one in purples…perfection!!!!! You have me hooked on wheel barrows now! THANKS
I LOVE the labels for the bath products. OHHH I am SOOO excited. I give lotions and body wash a lot and that will be SO fun and personal. AMAZING!!!!
I am so in awe!!! : I think I can…I think I can” I just can’t wait till the release!!
WOWZER Lauren!!! Your samples and ideas are just FABULOUS!!! Can’t wait for the release…I’m a big sucker for gorgeous boxes :)!!! Hugs ~S~
We are making a huge garden with fruit , veggies and flowers this year and I really was wondering what I was going to do with it all.. Now I know This set and the little wheel barrow!! omg is going to be my way of giving it all away…Very inspirational Lauren.. Love it.
Lauren,
Love this template,I love to “pretty” up gifts and this one is perfect
Oh my gosh Lauren – I love both of these sets – the bath and body set is divine – I’m all over it – it’s just beautiful and SO special – I love that we can make our own labels and cover up the store bought ones – what a great asset! And your gardening set – LOVE it – I can’t wait to get going on this template. I’ve been messin with ideas and now I’m so in awe I’m stumped. Got to kick my mojo in the butt 🙂 for being over-inspired to the point of paralysis! LOL Thanks for all the wonderfulness. Truly genius – my gals in the office are going to LOVE me this year.
Fabulous, Lauren!! This box is so beautiful and versatile for so many gifts! Teacher Appreciation Week is coming up… I see this box in my future!!
Beautiful samples as always Lauren! After all the creating that you have been doing, you surely can put some of these bath products to good use & take time for yourself for a good soak in your tub 🙂
Beautiful projects Lauren! You really know how to give a sneak peak!!! I love it all and the wheels are spinning! Can’t wait til the first! ;0)
Dear Lauren, this is getting better and better. Love everything I see!
hugs…
Hi Lauren!
I have a question…I just bought the Cricut Create and realized that I’m limited in what I can cut (actually, I knew that, but since I’m a card maker, I didn’t want the Expression). That said, I was wondering if there is some way that I can tell if the template will work on my machine ahead of time?
BTW: I bought the machine b/c I am so in love with all of your stuff. I am LOVING the cut files…made a ton of ric rac ribbon the other day! I can’t believe how easy it is!!!! I think I’m buying more by the looks of these two projects!
Thank you for your time,
Heather
Wonderful projects!! I love the wheelbarrow! Can’t wait to see the full sets!!
It is wonderful that your kids get into planting and tending to them and watching them grow. I used to do this with my kids and now they do it with their own. I feel it also teaching them responsibility and the nuturing you need in life.
Have a great day!!!
what jaw dropping projects. great job.
Wow, beautiful projects Lauren! You just keep getting better!
Wonderful projects Lauren! Love all the great details!
What gorgeous projects…
Great projects Lauren, as always! 😀 …
And you DO know we read everything… 😉
WOW, Lauren! This is amazing. I was just at Mona’s blog and stopped back by yours. I guess this wasn’t up last night when I was here. You have outdone yourself girl. I will definately be ordering some of your wonderful stamps. Can’t wait to see more. 🙂
I just wanted to say Congratulations to you…your own buisness has taken flight. I bet it is a wonderful feeling. 🙂
These are gorgeous, but my fav is the second one! My colors and my style! Can’t wait to see everything!
LOVE the new Take Time stamps! AWESOME!!!! Can’t wait to get my set!!!
I went to starbucks tonight to get some Easter gift items for my hubby and it made me think…what to package them in?! And then I realized that with how much we all love coffee and tea, that would be another MUST HAVE set…a nice coffee stamp set! There are others out there, I know, but they aren’t Lauren Meader originals LOL! I’m guessing though with how much you love coffee and how many coffee gifts you make, that you’ve probably already started working on one though! 🙂
I don’t mean to be a troublemaker here, but the words capful and homemade are both one word. I am hoping that your post just contained them as two words by accident and that the stamps will not have them as two separate words!
Hi Lisa
That was an OOPS! In my typing up of what sentiments were in there (as far as the capful goes)
There is a house in the images so the “Home” made is separate to be more of a “pun” to go with the house.
It goes around in a semi circle….you will see.
What AMAZING gift ideas. I certaintly hope I can find the dinero to order some. I will at least be ordering hte templetes thatis for sure!!
Better means more features.
good post,I think so!
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