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Punch Inspiration 5/29/12

2012-05-29T08:00:00.008-05:00

Good morning all, I hope you enjoyed the extended holiday weekend. I unpacked, cleaned and organized my craft room. I was aching to use it and stuff was stacked up all over. I'm happy to say that 99% of it is all in place and I'm ready to create. Good thing since I have lots coming up this month. The new Peachy Keen stamps of the month are coming out this weekend and you are going to flip

Twitterpated Ornate Top Box and Card

2012-05-27T16:25:00.001-05:00

This is my project for Craft Project Central this month. I was so happy to hear that the Twitterpated papers were going to make it into the new catalog so I created this set in celebration! This beautiful box is the perfect size for small gifts, treats and mementos. Adapt the box with different papers for different occasions like birthdays or the Holidays. BLOG CANDY ALERT! Have you seen all

Sales with Peachy Keen & Inspired by Stamping

2012-05-27T16:15:00.001-05:00

Hello all, I'm desperately trying to catch up on all of my blog posts. This is the first of a few. If you haven't seen them, there are some great sales going on right now over at Peachy Keen and Inspired by Stamping. Peachy Keen Stamps has a Memorial Day Sale going on through the 29th at 11:59 pm. 29% OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE PLUS A FREE STAMP! SOME SETS ARE OFFICIALLY RETIRING

Tooth Fairy Door & Accessories

2012-05-25T07:50:00.003-05:00

If you haven't signed up for the May issue of Craft Project Central, then this should convince you! I have to say that this month has probably been the MOST AWESOME month in CPC history! Every single project is a stunner this month. My project is coming up tomorrow and the bonus project goes up on the 29th. If you haven't signed up yet, DO IT NOW! Where else can you get 10 projects like this

Punch Inspiration 5/25/12

2012-05-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

Hi all, the past 3 weeks have been incredibly taxing. Besides my move, I've had to work 12 hour days at my full time job. Thankfully, the late hours end today. I look forward to the 3 day weekend and getting back to my brand new craft room! I'll be sure to share pictures once the room is all set. Even though a lot is still unpacked, I'm finding it much easier to craft in my expanded space.

Punch Inspiration 5/22/12

2012-05-22T07:48:00.001-05:00

On the Modern Side Birthday Hat card Cute Pot card Tips or Techniques: Mounting Wheel Stamps 3-D Projects: Shabby Chic Treat Box Paper Fortune Cookies House Warming Favor Bouquet

Punch Inspiration 5/20/12

2012-05-20T09:55:00.001-05:00

Shoebox Swap Birthday Wishes Button Buddies Birthday Pig Graduation Cap tutorial Papaya Collage Shasta Daisy 3-D Projects: Watermelon Slice Box Teacher Gift

Table Saw Gift Card Holder

2012-05-20T09:35:00.002-05:00

Do you know someone who likes to work with wood? Do you want to give them a gift card in a really special way? Then this project would be perfect! This interactive Table Saw Gift Card Holder will require the recipient to do just a little bit of work to get the gift card out, and in the process it looks like the table saw is cutting a piece of plywood! Isn't this the coolest thing you've

Punch Inspiration 5/19/12

2012-05-19T06:00:00.000-05:00

Bow Tie tutorial How to tie a bottle knot Wedding Punch Art Oh Happy Day For the Fisherman Multicolor Lace Ribbon tutorial 3-D Projects: Got Milk? Thanks a Latte

Peachy Keen Challenge Anything Goes

2012-05-17T23:01:00.001-05:00

For this week's Peachy Keen Stamps challenge, the theme is Anything Goes! This is great, since I've been so busy, I didn't want to be limited when I sat down to create. I was itching to use one of my new sets from the May release. For my project, I'm using the PK-116 We Go Together stamp set. This fun little set not only features great greetings, but a couple cute faces as well. In addition

Sailboat Party Favor & Pocket Card

2012-05-17T20:00:00.000-05:00

I’m always looking for cute party favors and invitations for my own personal use, and my friends are always asking me if I have ideas for their parties too! Well, here’s a super cute Sailboat Party Favor and invitation that could be used for a baby shower, or easily adapted for a birthday party! Just add the children’s names to the flags on the boats and use the You’re Invited sentiment on the

Punch Inspiration 5/17/12

2012-05-17T07:58:00.001-05:00

Retirement Party Treat Yourself Bright Blossoms with Distressed Dots Magical Mickey Birthday Lace Ribbon Rosette tutorial Build a Flower in Pool Party

Dad Shadowbox & Card

2012-05-17T07:38:00.000-05:00

Hope all you mom’s had a wonderful Mother’s Day! And now, Father’s Day is right around the corner! Here’s a great gift that you can make and even have the kids help you! Add a picture to the frame and give it with the matching card and you’re set! Dad’s everywhere are sure to love this one! This fantastic project was designed by Heidi. To get her tutorial and 9 other fantastic tutorials for

Punch Inspiration 5/16/12

2012-05-16T08:00:00.000-05:00

Baby Shower Monkey Altering Decorative Label Punch tutorial Graduation Time It's A Boy White on White Lattice 3-D Projects: Birdhouse Box tutorial Flower Pot Gift idea Disney Punch Art

Punch Inspiration 5/15/12 UPDATE

2012-05-15T22:18:00.000-05:00

Good morning all, sorry to be making excuses but I've been working 12 hour days since last week and it's been difficult getting my inspiration posts done. Last night I was so tired that I went to bed at 9 pm. I NEVER go to bed that early. I typical day for me ends at midnight. I will post inspiration today but it will be tonight when I get home from work. Late hours this week and then I can

Punch Inspiration 5/14/12

2012-05-14T07:57:00.001-05:00

Now You're Cooking One Eye Monster Hug Fabulous Friend Circles! Get Well Square Petal Card Fold 3d Ladybug Create Opportunities

Peachy Keen SOTM & Other Stamps

2012-05-14T06:00:00.000-05:00

Hey all, due to my move, I wasn't able to participate in the Peachy Keen May Stamp of the Month previews. But, I will be breaking out these new stamps later in the month so you'll want to check out my later projects. In the mean time, take a look at all of these fun stamps! Did you know that Peachy Keen now offers a lot of their stamps in SVG digital format for cutting out with a cutting

Gift Card Bouquet & Funfold Card

2012-05-13T19:00:00.000-05:00

Do you like to give gift cards but want a fun new way to package and give them? Here’s something new to try! How about a gift card bouquet and a matching fun-fold card too!?! After opening the gift card, your recipient can put the pretty bouquet on their desk to remind them of your gift and brighten up their day! This is a great project for a teacher, co-worker, or anyone you want to give a

Punch Inspiration 5/13/12

2012-05-13T10:27:00.002-05:00

Happy Mother's Day out there to all of you mothers! Sorry I didn't get around to posting inspiration yesterday. Hopefully you will get some relaxation time to yourself today to sit back and peruse the links. Bright Blossoms Teacher Appreciation Cards Remembrance Stepped Up Thank You Rock a Bye Baby 3-D Projects: Nugget Birthday Cake Volunteer Appreciation Gift Something a Little Sweet

Craft Project Central Flashback

2012-05-12T10:32:00.000-05:00

Did you subscribe to Craft Project Central last year when I shared this beautiful project? This this accordion box can be adapted to so many things. This would be a perfect gift for any gardener out there but you could also use it for notecards, coupons and other little things. This tutorial will be gone forever once the month ends. If you want the step by step tutorial, please subscribe to

Vintage Postcard

2012-05-12T04:00:00.000-05:00

Did you see the new Inspired by Stamping stamps that came out yesterday? If not, you should check them out HERE. Today is my recap for the new release and that includes another new creation. This time, I used the Vintage Postcards set. I had this pretty glittered paper sitting around and when I saw this set, I knew that it would be perfectly paired with this paper. Did you visit Joanna's

Inspired by Stamping Release Day

2012-05-11T04:00:00.000-05:00

Today is the official release of the new Inspired by Stamping stamps! For today only, you can get free shipping on your order. The code for free shipping is freeshipping. Enter this code at checkout. You can buy new and old stamps with the code. Not only can you get the new awesome stamps, but you can pick up my favorite IBS set called Butterfly Wings. Yesterday I promised a look at the new

Punch Inspiration 5/11/12

2012-05-11T03:59:00.000-05:00

Tool Time tutorial Simple Butterflies Noahs Ark Birthday Wishes Red White & Blue Scholarly Owl 3-D Project: Mother's Day Box Video of the day: May Day Basket

Inspired by Stamping New Stamps

2012-05-10T04:00:00.000-05:00

It's that time again! Time for some more new Inspired by Stamping stamps. Today I'm going to give you a glimpse of 2 new greeting sets that you will totally love. Be sure to come back on Friday to check out the actual stamp images. For my first card, I used the greeting from one of the new sets called Amazing Inspirations. I couldn't resist embellishing around the greeting with the gorgeous

Punch Inspiration 5/10/12

2012-05-10T03:59:00.000-05:00

Catalog Inspiration Lace Ribbon Rainbow We All Scream for Icecream Donald Punch Art Just Add Yellow 3-D Projects: To My Teacher Card Box and Set Tutorial Video of the day: Punch Art Umbrella