Since last years Papertrey Ink project using the socks for the “Bun” in the “Oven” project, and now, with the latest release of the actual “Bun in the Oven” template, I am swamped with people asking “How do you make the cupcake out of socks?”

Well I think it is much easier to SHOW you, than it is to explain it, so I posted a video clip to share

Between how easy the box now is with  the the printable template, and this cupcake sock video, you are sure to start whipping up sock favor gifts in no time!

All you need is your Bun in the Oven box template, and 2 pair of socks!

Now you are one your way!

OK Im offically burnt out now! LOL!

It was just “one of those days” that nothing goes right. Too much to get into, but by the end of the day I had had it.

4 hours on the phone with Noah’s urologist, and lots of errands to do.

I TRIED to take a nap, but with THREE kids-ended up just begging them to behave for an hour so I could just rest (with no luck of it actually happening), and wasting all the energy jumping in and out of bed-made me worse off that I was before I tried to lay down in the first place.

 Instead of just being nice to each-other for ONE whopping hour, they decided to scream and fight over the Wii-so that went off, then it was what video they wanted to watch-shut that off, then they were arguing over the crayons-OK- took those too, then it was This is MINE blah blah blah blah…….oh and the list goes on.

Sometimes being a mom can be so exhausting. Endless days of playing referee. There are NO time outs, lunch breaks, or punching a clock and the madness ends. It TRULY is full time.

Im sure many of you can relate. Don’t get me wrong I LOVE my kids, but somedays are better than others. Oh and yes, there are worse things, I know that first hand, but its not “normal” to not “complain” about the other stuff too.

OK see-this just goes to show you NEVER know where Im going to go each day when I visit. I never “plan” what Im going to say! LOL! I generally start linking my projects and saying hi. Next thing you know I begin rambling on and on about whatever is in my insane little head at that moment. YIKES!

So since I can’t get a smidgen of rest, I decided to actually post some projects. I WAS going to take a blogging break since I just posted a bajillion projects, a video, and have another video ready for my PTI newsletter later this week-but may as well referee the kids from where I type instead!

First up was my Lizzie Anne Designs Project of the Month-

you can view the details—-> here!

Used the bunny single

I LOVE how the masking turned out on the “egg” for this card box basket.

Very cute.

Now I have 2 simple cards using the Damask set (as I get ready for peeks with the Spring Release!)

I wanted a SIMPLE, elegant, and maybe even “masculine” (OK thats a stretch) birthday card.

This definitely fit the bill. Black and gray are just stunning together. This would be an awesome invite to an anniversary or other BIG event, don’t you think? Simple and easy to mass produce. The top was done with my Labels 1 nestability. Im just so happy with it.

Next up I TRIED going with making a pattern

Not my favorite card in the world, if we are being honest. (said using my best Simon Cowell imitation)

 But, Im sharing it anyway. Yes. I do make lots of DUDS! LOL! This is proof. Too much going on, no direction. Lots of meaningless layers. Overdone is an understatement. Like the colors-but that is it. I was TRYING to go with something different than I had done with the set (and tha tis using the largest image, and that large leaf) but alas I just love the other projects I have done, leaving this one in the dust.

The sentiments can also be found HERE! They are from the winter release.

OK Im off to tend to the kids-again.

Tomorrow I have a Squigglefly post 😀 just having fun.

Thanks for stopping by-

Monday’s with My Time © is here!

I have a UBER cute idea for a gift box using the Newest My Timeless Template © release of Bun in the Oven ©

A you know I think the templates are full of endless possibilities! I so enjoy sharing more and more, even after the releases!

Here is another idea.

Hippity Hop Bunny Box

This is a photo of what we will be making today!

Complete with tail!

Is it not ADORABLE??!!!

More photos are included in video. As are the directions.

Think Easter, Spring, Baby-or ANY TIME just plain adorable box! Change it up  just a smidge and it can be a teddy bear, skunk, cat, dog, and as seen yesterday- even a turtle. Just by switching the colors, and the ears!!! Oh and the TAIL!

All you need to get started is the Bun in the Oven template!

Cardstock of choice

 with Ink of choice-along with some acetate

Some stamps of your choice:

I used-Pond Life, Wise Owl, Everyday Classics, Heart Prints, Borders & Corners Hearts

Punches: I used

2 inch circle, 3/4 and 1/4 inch circle, large heart punch, large & small oval punch

I don’t know what to say, other than I feel like I’m on a rollercoaster of creativity with that particular template. SO many things to be made. Way fun!!

So let the video begin!

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NOTE: DO NOT CLICK ON THE THUMBNAILS !If you click ON the thumbnails AFTER the video it takes you to the Veoh site. Some of the content there I am told is “R” and “X”rated and you may not want to do that around young children. So if you just watch the video here on my blog, and avoid the thumbnails you should be OK. Not sure WHY they don’t have ONLY stamp related videos pop up, but I guess some aren’t.

Bottom line: Click at your own risk!

I am not responsible for content that links to the videos from the Veoh site.

Thank you

I had so much fun making this, and I hope YOU do too.

I like to think that these videos on Monday are a bright start to everyone’s week

As you know on Monday’s I have started my weekly video feature, and I think its going well. I “think” most of you are enjoying it as much as I am. I like making them-just not the other stuff-like editing! LOL! Same as card making. Thats the BEST part-the photographing and stuff is the icky part for me.

I LOVE teaching. Love it. Videos for me, are better than actual classes because there is NO prepping 20 things for anyone.  

Since Im such a TALKER its much easier for me to express everything that way, rather than type a journal here. I could talk paint off a wall if you let me, I swear. I think many of you clearly realize that by now.

I also find that most of you “get it” more than my blah blah blah, step by step photo stuff.

Am I right?

I do want to spice up some of my videos and have some funny ideas for that in the future So Ill save that, for then.

Thanks for watching the video. I love hearing what you thought, and of course if it inspired you to actually TRY it!!

So thanks for stopping by, and making my day with your words 😀

Till tomorrow

(NOTE: I will return later with the Saturday Sketch!)

I spent a LONG time uploading my PTI stuff and editing this, so bear with me OK!

OK- maybe Im blowing this post up to high expectations, but I really am in LOVE with todays projects. REALLY LOVE

Every month I get FLODDEd with so many ideas for samples with each template my head spins. I dream about templates (I WISH that was a joke sometimes!! LOL!)

OK now I am gearing up for thePapertrey Ink Release TONIGHT!!

Im beyond excited about this release and todays post.

I saved the best for last! In my opinion 😀

Are you excited?? You all got me excited more than I was! LOL! That is PRETTY excited, let me tell you.

I do have some more samples using the templates to share tomorrow too, so check in again to not only see those but the release samples as well. I had a blast. The team really knocked it out of teh park with thier samples. Wait till you see them all.

OK first up is my favorite File it with Flair © using my NEW! Favorite set Wishing You.

This set and Bitty Dots 2008 patterned paper

Now many of you stated how cool it would be to organize your cards in this box! Well you have NO IDEA how awesome and easy it will be. Now this is not only easy, but a great gift!!!

OK enough blabbering-see for yourself.

Pretty Petal Pocket Set

Now this is a template combo!!

The boxes you see are the pocket template from All Boxed Up! Now that pocket template alone is fabulous. I totally love it.

I am in LOVE with this set!! LOVE! The tulips, colors, and everything.

Here is the other side

No matter what way you turn it-its just stunning. I like to always decorate an entire project so all angles are purty 😀

Look at the close-up

The open part goes in the back of the template, and I stamped the ends with the category of cards I want to fit into each file. I used last years PTI anniversary set for the pocket labels.

Now is the top view

I tied some ribbon around the set-so I can easily pull it up all in one. The templates do come out easy, and look SO nice and organized don’t they?

I’d love to hear your feedback on this one since I was TOTALLY bouncing over it. I just love versatility, and this template is by far one of the most versatile ones yet! The curves make is SO stunning.

I cannot wait to see what everyone makes when they get their own.

OK now moving on to another Epiphany!!

Hello Kitty!! Using Captured Card Case

Can you seriously BELIEVE how cute this is?

Obviously, my creation is inspired by a gift set, that Amber is giving to her friend Abby for a birthday party she is attending on Sunday. We saw this plastic purse with Hello Kitty stamps, and other items, so we brought it home, in hopes of transforming it.

I think I did a good job making my own version of Hello Kitty with 100% of Papertrey Ink products!

I used a oval nestability to create the face.

I then took the large heart punch, and punched two ears (using a corner rounder on the tip) and adhered them behind the head-upside-down!!

The eyes are the oval flower centers from Floral Frenzy 😀 I added some eyelashes with a marker tip.

I used Hearts Borders and Cornersfor the little heart stamped by her ear (like in the acrylic box the gift came with), and for the little heart nose!

Pebble Pearlescent Pastels made my perfectly rosy cheeks.

Side view

This is a take along “purse” just like the case it came in, only it utilizes my Captured Card Case template!

I just punched a notch in the lid, so the handle would fit with the hinge style lid.

I really like how a little girl can carry this around with all her supplies. WAY CUTE!!

I trimmed the lid with some Raspberry Fizz patterned paper for some POP!

The fabric flowers cover the notch ( I used fabric ones since they are much more durable than paper), an the heart eyelets that were punched and inserted, so that my paint can handle would fit perfectly. I used heart eyelets so if you DO see the eyelet holes they look nice and match well!!

NOTE: Install your brads PRIOR to assembling the template!

This is what is INSIDE

There are a set of mini markers, mini pencils, and crayons on the left-with a notebook.

I altered a bandaid tin, and put the little stampers and stickers in there. There is another notepad underneath.

I had SO much fun making this!

Poor Amber doesn’t want to give it away! LOL! That made me feel so good to hear. I hope her friend likes it.

I loved using PTI items to create a Hello Kitty themed gift for my daughters friend! It was surprisingly EASY!

Supplies:

My Timeless Template: Captured Card Case

Stamps: Borders & corners hearts (for heart nose/ear), Floral frenzy (little oval), Everyday celebrations (sentiment)

Cardstock: white, Raspberry Fizz

Paper: Bitty Dots 2008 collection

Ink: True Black, Raspberry Fizz

Ribbon: Raspberry Fizz Twill

Pebble pearlescent pastels for cheeks

Heart punch (by marvy)-to create the ear!

Corner Rounder

Rectangle/oval nestability

Flowers by Prima

Paint can Handle

Large Heart eyelets

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Now lets move onto a elegant box!

Im shocked at how much I can do with this template: Bun in the oven

Wait till you see the 2 tutorials I have coming your way using this box! A true must have.

Close up-I love making a circle window.

I am just in LOVE with the sentiment on this!

Life-is a succession of moments.

To live each one is to succeed.

Inside this box is a scented candle. Always a nice gift for any occasion. It matches perfectly too.

I got a bunch of them at Target 😀

This is the other side. I love the flower garden, stamped all around the entire box! This set makes it SOOOO easy.

I was so inspired by my ribbon for my colors. I got this one at My Little Ribbon Shop. Its got such a nice feel to it. Its a wide satin, and very easy to manipulate!

My Timeless Template: Bun in the oven

Stamps: Life, Forest Friends (little flower)
Cardstock: Vintage cream, ripe avocado, acetate, vellum
Ink: Ripe avocado, pure poppy, briliance beige, summer sunset, dark chocolate

Ribbon- May Arts

Circle punches

butterfly punch by Martha Stewart

AH!!!!!!!!!!

Feels good to share all the ideas I have been working on the last 2+ weeks!! So much goes into these templates monthly, and hehind the scenes I generally create 1-3 more amonth for the future. Each one getting better and better, all because YOU inspire me.

I hope enjoyed todays peeks.

I also hope to chat with you all tonight during the release.

Thanks for reading and all the love, support and kinds comments. I read every one, and they mean SO much to me and the time I spend sharing it all.

Till tomorrow

Nichole asked her team to come up with a gift for our mother.

This is a keepsake box I created for my mom.

It is enclosed in a glass case. I found this “document” keepsake frame at Target for only $3.22 CLEARANCE!

I have to say when I saw the sentiments in the Mother set, I got very sentimental. Each one had so much meaning that I could relate to my own mother-but this one stood out most to me: 

 I also made this card to match-using Friends ‘Til the End.

Mother

Someone who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take.

When I saw that, I was flooded with feelings, memories and emotions I have had for my mom since my 30 years on this earth. Its funny that some stamps can bring up so much in a person.

To be able to capture or convey such emotion with a little acrylic and ink.

Here is a close up

I have so many thoughts about my mom.

My mom, my hero.

She is the true rock.

The duck on water, floating by effortlessly, while under the water paddling like crazy.

We never knew all she really did. Not until later in life.

She is an amazing person. Always sees the best in people, even when she shouldn’t. She’s very open, loving, giving, and patient. I could go on and on.

My mom was the glue that held our family together. My father  wasis, an alcoholic. So growing up in that house, my mom did everything she could to give us the best life possible.

She basically raised us on her own, all the while, battling with my father. I guess mothering him too. Taking care of him as he was like having another child. Trying to make up for all he did or didn’t so. He was unable to hold a job, terrorizing our household whenever he could. My mom was always “taping” everything back together.

She was always holding out hope he’d step up to the plate of fatherhood. He never made it to bat. My mom eventually called off the game. A difficult time for her, but it made her so much stronger.

She was there or me, at every point in my life.

She played so many roles, wore so many hats. I truly admire her.

She quit high-school as a young girl. She went back while we were kids to get her GED. She then went to college when my brother and I were about 8, and 6. We made it SO hard on her. We would make her feel guilty for studying and being at school at night. We would fight while she tried to study. I look back and want to slap myself! I really don’t know why we made her life so tough when we didn’t have to.

I don’t know HOW she did it, but she was the Valedictorian in her class. At that time I was about 10. I was so proud of her. Now having kids I don’t know HOW she managed the house, work and us kids, while going to school.

She built such a loving, trusting relationship with me as I grew. I knew I could tell her anything, and count on her-always. I only PRAY to have a fraction of that with my girls. I don’t know HOW she did it, but she did.

She came to every event, helped with our school projects, teacher meetings, sporting events. The house was always clean, and yes, we ALWAYS had a home baked goodie when we walked through the door. She also made a home-cooked breakfast, lunch and dinner-everyday! (That is much more than I can say for myself! LOL!)

Birthday’s were always a big deal, she made us a special cake-every year! I remember every single one too.

Then every holiday was made special. Different traditions we had, that I try to pass onto my children.

 Looking back on our limited income, I don’t know how she did everything! I’m just in awe of her. SHE is the reason I became the woman I am today. The reason I had the strength to do what I have. I learned it all from her. She taught me how to be strong. She was the model of strength, and doing what you have to do to get through a difficult time. She didn’t quit, or give up, she put one foot in front of the other, and made the BEST out of every situation.

 I don’t think I TRULY appreciated my own mother, until I became a mom myself. I don’t get what it really meant, all she had really done. Everything.

The minute I held Alexa compounded all my mom truly did for me, her whole life.

It was then that I realized how difficult it really was. It was then I realized you have to be selfless.

 It was then that I appreciated all the sacrifices my mom made for us kids. Sacrifices she made because she loved us so much.

It was then that I realized she meant when she said “No matter what, I will always love you.” That type of unconditional love a mother can only have for a child.

I still have moments being a mom myself, when I say “How did my mom do that!” or “Oh my gosh! My poor mother! I must have driven her crazy!’

I hear her words flying out of my mouth on MORE days than I care to admit. But if I can have with my own children, what I have with my mom, then I guess being like her isn’t so bad.

For my gift, I wanted to capture one of my most cherished photos of her and I.

I was only 2. 

I just love this photo of us to pieces.

 I don’t have as many together photos or her and I as I would like, now having done this project. We need to get more.

Here is one last group shot

So with that plan, I hope to see my mom very SOON! Her birthday is April 8th! I will give this to her. I want to do a mom & me spa day with her! I just need to get her to take a day off to let me pamper her!!! She deserves it.

Anywho-

Make sure you check Nicholes blog for all the teams project details!!

And check out the design team blogs

Thanks for reading.

I pretty much went all over the place with my “mom” post. I just let it all pour out here. Im not editing it. It is what it is.

So thanks for letting me get it all out there.

My frame truly was made from the bottom of my heart!

Im going to print this post and put it in her card.

I’d love to hear something about YOUR mom or a special woman in your life that impacted you, or taught you something. Maybe a special memory?? I so enjoy getting to read your stories too.

Till tomorrow-more template peeks to come.

OK I have a whopper of a post to share tomorrow with the templates.

We have a big Mother’s post to do, so Im keepin this short and SIMPLE! 

Captured Card Case:

Welcome little one

This is perfect for baby gifts!

I was so inspired by the cutest set of onesies, and baby booties-for this gift box.

I think its so precious, and girly!!

 Its a great way to package up something simple for a baby!! A pretty handmade sweater would be gorgeous, or a baby hat!

I used Butterfly Kisses, and Bitty Baby Blessings.

I paired it with the bitty dots 2008 paper.

I had some felt flowers and adhesive pearls to match!

Simple, yet elegant, and EASY gift box.

Now using Bun in the Oven:

A gummy garden

This is a uber cute way to give some gummy worms!

I used Pond Life for this 😀 A great party favor for a bug/garden/ or any boy event!

I just made an acetate wrap for this one (directions included in template). Another easy one.

File it with Flair:

This uses JUST the letter tray protion of the template, to make-you guessed it! A letter tray! LOL!

See! ALL the elements of the template are useful 😀

This will sit on our office desk (colors match the room perfectly) to collect the random mail we get.

I just lined it with the bitty dots paper, and stamped the Tulips from the newest release Wishing You set, directly on it. Kept it flat and simple, since it will get filled with mail! LOL!

The fence is a Martha Stewart punch.

This project took like 7 minutes to make. I kid you not! You could layer the bottoms with cardstock-like I did, and make them into stackable mail storage too! Maybe one for YOU, one for your hubby…. something like that? I like that idea.

 WAIT till you see the template samples I have for tomorrow! WOW!!

Wait till you see 😀

Are you loving the Papertrey Ink Peeks this month?

Just when I think it can’t get better, somehow, someway, it always does.

Well now you have had some peeks at the TRIO of My Timeless Templates © that are being released on the 15th! I really can’t wait  😀

We have :

File it with Flair ©  Captured Card Case ©  and Bun in the Oven ©

Now I hope you are up for MORE ideas using each one. So let me share some more ideas, and show some MORE versatility.

File it with Flair is INSANELY versatile. INSANE! I totally love this template 😀

File it with Flair Goes GIFT BOX?!

Say what!

This is seriously the best gift BOX I have ever seen! LOL!

These colors are inspired by a bathing suit on a TV show Alexa watches called iCarly.

Dark Chocolate, Raspberry  Fizz, Ripe Avocado, Summer Sunset & white.

For today’s peek I printed  2 File it with Flair templates .

2 boxes separately

I used FriendsTil the End set

This is a detail photo

I used Shimmerz to paint it, and added a Making Memories page pebble for dimension.

So one file template is  in chocolate, the other in summer sunset. Cut, scored, and assembled as directed-except when I made the summer sunset one, I cut down the top by 1/4 inch. So, instead of making it FILES boxes, I slide the summer sunset one into the dark chocolate one-and VIOLA! TOTALLY rockin gift box.

Look how the curves make it SO cool looking. This is such a great box for a teen.

NOTE: Just make sure you slide it in the correct way-as shown here

If you slide it in with the (summer sun box) tall end at the top, you get a large gap, amking you think it doesn’t go together. So basically a tall end at top, and tall end at bottom. Just ensure you are putting it together correctly BEFORE stamping ! LOL!

I could go on and on about this box! But I won’t. Instead Ill move on to the next template.

How about another version of the Bun in the Oven template?

Now the previous samples are all cutesy and whimsical. Well, what if YOU aren’t that cutesy type? Can this template STILL be one you would use?

Well I would have to say YES! Of course it can.

Sending you a happy hello…

Well how about an more “elegant sample? I ADORE this box!

Same “oven” template. Can you believe it? I don’t see an OVEN at all, do you?

All I did was round the tab top corners, and instead of using the “oven door” template, I simply made a slider cover (directions for that come with template) instead.

I also punched a window, where I used my Poppin Acetate technique to give the bird some color, and shimmer.

This used the PTI anniversary set-Everyday Classics. I love the paper, but for the LIFE of me cannot remember WHO makes it. Its like 2 years old. It match Aqua Mist perfectly!!

Now you may notice another “difference” with this sample-look at the pretty scalloped base. Doesn’t it make this look like a special display case or a fancy “jewelry” box type of presentation with that added base on it?

I used the largest Label #1 nestability to make my base. I think it gave the template a nice twist. I snipped the edges and adhered with Scor-tape for a sturdy base for the box to be layered onto.

I just love it.

OK now moving onto the third template- Captured Card Case

Have a goodie

As I said before, and I’ll say it again-this isn’t JUST a card case! How about a candy box? These are chocolate cookies, covered in chocolate, and more crushed cookies. TDF!!! I got them at Target 😀 I LOVE Target!

Yes! I did eat a “couple” :C Only the broken the ones!! I gave this box to my dad who came to visit this past weekend.

He LOVED it.

I have to say I LOVE the dual colors for this box template:D Makes a nice presentation, and while simple has a big impact. A great template for mass producing a NICE gift. EASY PEASY!

So I “repackaged” the pre-bought cookies (cause you all know how much I LOVE to cook/bake-NOT!) and now they look so much more special than throwing a box of store bought cookies to a friend-KWIM? I’d much rather spend my time putting thought INTO the gift packaging than MAKING it. If you do both, there goes the whole day! I like to call it TIME MANAGEMENT skills.

I used Wise Owl, Handwritten Note, and Beyond Basic Borders.

I cut my window in my lid PRIOR to assembling!

How cute is that owl?

I outlined my Bridal Confetti flowers with a marker. I like the look.

Well that is all for me.

Check in on Nicholes Blog, as well as Lisa, and Melissa

Tomorrow I have even MORE to share. I have been in creative mode for a week, now you get to SEE what keeps me SOOOOOOO crazy busy the last 2 weeks (on top of family stuff! LOL!)

 Well thank you again for checking in here. All the emails and comments make every second of hard work (heck the time it take to POST alone) all worth it.

I’d love to hear which project is your fave and why!!

Till tomorrow

Im so excited for today’s peek!! I’m sharing sample with my other 2 templates!

 I hope you will NEED to give this a try and will be just as excited.

So here is the BUZZ! on one of the next My Timeless Templates ©! All templates shown are being released on the 15th–>HERE!

This is my favorite project 😀

How cute is this little bee (box)? I was “buzzin” around my stamp room with excitement when I made this for 3 reasons

1) What a fabulous, and TOTALLY different use of the “original template

2) Its VERY easy to do. I love project that LOOK difficult but take MINUTES 😀 (yeah like 10 to be exact :D)

3) Its way too cute!

She is holding a jar of honey in her belly 😀

Now do you recognize this box?

Here is another view

Do you recongize it now?

Here is a hint!

It was one of my most REQUESTED templates to make for the past 9 months!!

Thats a pregnancy term!(another hint!)

How about now?

Do you know what template this is from?

Well, if you guessed Bun in the Oven YOU are correct!!

Did you ever think that an “OVEN” template could NOT be an oven?

This template was one I have gotten numerous emails about WEEKLY, since posting it back in May of last year.

Everyone has waited, and NOW it is time 😀

You can now not only make as many little ovens (easily!) as your heart desires, and MANY other gifts too.

When we thought to (finally) release the Bun in the Oven template, we thought-I don’t think it can be anything other than a oven! LOL! Well were we ever wrong! I have been playing around with it, and it is actually quite the amazing little box!

You can use the “oven door” hinge template, that comes with or without the window cut out, OR you can make a slider cover using patterned paper, acetate (as seen in this one), vellum or cardstock.

Endless possibilities-which I will continue to share during the countdown.

I mean look at this little bee!!

She could be a chick, a bunny, a lady bug……….seriously anything!

What I did for MY bee was Print template onto lemon tart cardstock, cut, and scored the box as directed. I then stamped my “bee” lines using Background Basics Retro, prior to assembling. I also stamped my sentiment from Honey Bees on the top.

Then put together per instruction 😀

I made my antennae using wire, and a pencil 😀 Adhered it to the little tab flap.

I then took mycircle nestability in made the head from black cardstock, cut it down , and adhered the bee head to the little flap (covering the antennae). Used circle punches for the eye 😀 Applied a ribbon to her head.

I then made an acetate slider cover (directions included with download of course), and adhered a flower to the front.

For the “wings” I punched 2 Marvy oval s(purple punch) from lined vellum cardstock, used my glue pen to draw on “swirls” for the wings, and added some glitter. They are adhered to my aceate slider withscor-tape-which is my adhesive of choice for ALL my templates!!

Now I can’t tell you HOW versatile this is ! I will share ANOTHER peek tomorrow 😀

Now we are on to one of my BEST template yet!

This one is called File it with Flair ©

(NOTE: I punched holes in my back panels-you don’t have to do that.)

Can you believe it?! Isn’t it gorgeous?! I can just see teachers desks all over the WORLD being adorned with stamper mom’s, personalized versions- of the File it with Flair © desk organizers!

This particular template is FAB-U-LOUS!

(Note: I made a backing to mine as well.)

It can easily fit a nice variety of items. It is especially made to be able to hold a large mount of A2 size cards/envelopes as well. Wait until you SEE all you can do with this particular template. WOW.

This is our File it with Flair box template-which is FABULOUS to use on its OWN. But the box you are looking at- the “File box” template-is printed, cut, scored and assembled THREE times, to create this organizer. So its a multi purpose file box.

So when you purchase this template (STILL ONLY $5!!) you will get

1) the File Box template, which has a really pretty curve to it

Photo of the SINGLE file-

2) The “letter box” which perfectly fits the completed 3 File boxes inside, and/or can be used all on its own! Its a great way to contain the 3 completed file boxes perfectly.

Now you can see the letter box base-ribbon wrapped around top.

3) You also get 2 mat layers to print! So that means you can EASILY decorate the sides of your File it with Flair © box! I created 2 layers, already with the PERFECT curves for you to print with NO FUSS layering, to make your design quicker, easier, and perfect-everytime. I know those angle cuts (let alone CURVES-) can be a challenge! You should have seen me perfecting those! OH BOY!

Now you know how much I LOVE organization! Well I also love personalizing it. I have been very inspired by office products these days, and formatting them to be used by people like me, in a much more personal, and STYLISH fashion.

I love the large wooden versions, but they can run $70! That is INSANE!!! So I looked at it and figured out how to make a cardstock version 😀

Now you may be wanting to know WHAT supplies I used 😀

I used With Sympathy. I LOVE that set!

I made this for my friend Sonia 😀 I personalized it using Fresh alphabet.

 stamped my vines in ripe avocado ink, then stamped my flowers separately in berry sorbet.

When it was ALL done, I used Shimmerz to paint the olive color. Really pretty in real life I think!

So! Thats it for peeks today 😀

I hope you are “buzzin” with excitement. I love hearing your feedback on the templates. I think this months release is the best yet.

OK now for more creative clicks-check Nichole, Lisa, Melissa and Heather’s blog!

Come back tomorrow for a special Group post, and of course MORE samples with the newest templates!

Thanks for stopping by.

Till tomorrow

You’re Fairy Sweet

Are you just LOVING Enchanted Lily yet? ALL the images are AMAZING.

She will be available on the 23rd!

I know “I” am having a blast with her, for sure.

I designed this hinge top box for this image. I wanted something FUN to give a gift in. The lid tucks behind the main image and stays closed firmly.

I SO enjoy making boxes 😀

This is my personal FAVORITE image from the set

LOVE isn’t even the word.

The Black and White Basics paper is SOOO pretty. I thought it was a perfect match to my project, so I decided to color it in, to be like a whole new patterned paper! You’d never recognize it all colored up, would ya?

I used stickles on her wings, and sponged some “water”. The  colors are so pretty I think.

How cute is the frog even. Could a frog get an more adorable?!

Box from the top left side

Another view

I don’t know if I’ll be able to part with this box! LOL! I love it so much.

Next up is my 2nd favorite image in the set

Lily on a mushroom!! WITH a ladybug.

I knew I wanted bright colors 😀 I had some K & co paper that was perfect inspiration. In fact that is usually how I start-getting inspired by something (like paper or ribbon) for my color choices. Im not a risk taker, and color my images randomly, they always have something to tie it all in. If I want a particular color scheme them I hunt in my paper stash to see if I have something that fits the bill.

Isn’t she adorable?!

I LOVE the labels panel behind her as a accent layer.

Then the dangling tag is the perfect touch.

I think this is a super color combo for this particular image.

I have a hard time making Lily’s hair anything other than blond! She looks just like Amber, so I can’t do it! LOL!!

Well that is all for my peeks today!

Be sure to check out the PCS blog-all the designers will have their creations posted there!!

Check out our Guest Designer : Suzanne Dean

Suzanne’s Blog
www.scrapbitz.blogspot.com

And hop around to the other DT blogs

I also have a Sketch Challenge for Lizzie Anne Designs-so come back now ya hear!

Till then

I have a FAB project to share today (well I think its FAB! LOL!)

Before I begin I really want to thank you all for the support. I was very upset yesterday and given the fact of how much time and effort goes into the videos, and I pour 110% of myself into everything I do, it was just a awful let down. I get so much joy sharing anything I do with all of you, you have no idea!

I was truly ready to just stop them if I couldn’t prevent those links from happening. I work really hard, and to find all that trash was very disheartening. I have really enjoyed the video process. SHOWING you is by far easier for ME (minus editing! LOL! But I’m getting better I think), than taking a hundred photos then TRY to explain it-KWIM?

Im so over the moon that you all get that much from it, so I will continue on! You all really lifted my spirits. I can’t thank you enough, or tell you how much your support means. You are all like an extended version of friends and family to me.

I will keep my disclaimer, and did get some AMAZING emails guiding me to some places I may want to look into loading my videos. I need to make sure there aren’t any time constrictions because it seems I’m a bit too long winded! LOL! BUT! I think you will agree its all warranted to be able to PROPERLY show you the steps, and not cut down too much. I guess it is like a virtual class. Its nice to know it helps people all over the world, and beginner stampers KNOW they CAN do it.

Think-we were ALL a beginner at one time. You have to step out of that box sometimes if you want to grow and learn. That was the whole reason for My Timeless Templates ©. To help EVERYONE (even kids) be able to make gift packaging EASY!! Then you add some imagination and you get versatility!!

Speaking of templates 😀 Remember THIS POST? Perfect Match © Goes Organizer

Well I told you I had ANOTHER idea!! More ways for you to PERSONALIZE your space, and get organized in style 😀

Using my Perfect Match Box Template © I created this adorable Tool Box Organizer!

Created by Paulette

Now by adding decorative panels you are not only personalizing the tool box, but you are also covering the seams of the 4 boxes adhered together, AND you are reinforcing the template to hold heavier items (as seen in my photos)

NOTE: Sorry Paulette Im keepin in tools, but you can have the organizer! LOL!

Now using the same idea as the drawer organizer, I took the Perfect Match Box base template, printed it 4 times on gray cardstock, then adhered all 4 together

Here you can see the bases, adhered together, form dividers

Now with the template, this project WHIPS together!

I made this for my friend Paulette. She is the unfortunate one who always gets the phone call when things are going awful and I need to vent. She lets me get it out, then get back to the “happy” place! LOL! Thats when I remember (usually) that there are more important things to get upset over than X. Poor Paulette. I can only imagine how insane I have made her with my blah blah blah blah blah on so many days. I kid you not!

She always lends an ear and good advice!! Thanks Paulette!! Plus it gives Jay a break from my drama 😀 He is always good about listening but how interesting can it be for a guy?!

I made this box  using some GORGEOUS Amy Butler paper (I think she is a fan of this too). I like the gray because its dark and if you get markers or “dirt” on it, it won’t really show up.

Here is the close up view of the front

I used CraftyBella for my image, and colored (inspired by my paper colors)her to look like Paulette. Although Paulette doesn’t wear vests, or a headband-and is way cuter! LOL!

I personalized it using my JustRite Stampers– Small Letter set, and my New Times Roman upper & lower case font.Pretty cute huh? I love how it appears that she is cutting the letter “t”. Trust me that took SKILLZ! LOL!

Again a SIMPLE project using the templates, that ANYONE can do to get personalized and organized.

OK signing off. I need to reorganize my basement so I can start moving toys into the playroom! YEAH! My upstairs will be clutter free!!

I don’t honestly know yet how I feel about the kids fighting playing right mext to my stamp room while I work. It could be a good or bad thing. Granted I don’t stamp TOO much when they are home, only during Craft Hour, and maybe here and there, so maybe I’ll get MORE time since I can monitor them better??

To be continued!

(thanks again everyone :D)