Thank You Cards and Gifts

Hi Crafters,

Today's project was one that had me burning the midnight oil!  I had so many ideas for thank you gifts for the staff at my placement (Early Years Department) that I really couldn't decide on one.  However, I was pleased with how these cards and gifts turned out.  The theme this week over at Global Design Project is School Days and this fits perfectly.  

I created five cards with matching keyrings.  The gingerbread charms are retired but The Gingerbread Man was the story of the term so I thought it made for a fitting gift.

I created card blanks in Mint Macaron and Rich Razzleberry cardstock, running the fronts through the Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.  This is a great design if you just need a simple something for the background.  I added a card from the Delightfully Detailed Memories & More Card Pack to each background only adhering on the left and bottom so that I could slot the keyring over the top right corner.  I cut a Thank You sentiment from the Thank You Thinlits Die in Smoky Slate cardstock and covered this with Wink of Stella for sparkle.  The keyrings were created from headpins covered in beads and a gingerbread man charm.  

I would like to enter this card into the following challenge:
Global Design Project #155 - School Days

Happy crafting, 
Rachel x


Product List

Delightfully Detailed Memories & More Card Pack [147038]	Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [145649]	Thank You Thinlits Die [146832]	Big Shot [143263]	Mint Macaron A4 Cardstock [138344]
Rich Razzleberry A4 Card Stock [119981]	Card Stock A4 Smoky Slate [131291]	Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [141897]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]

Stampin' Up! Spring/Summer Catalogue Top 5

Hi Crafters,

Today's post is a little different as I'm sharing my Top 5 favourite products from the Stampin' Up! Spring/Summer catalogue.  The catalogue will be available until May 31 but you may see some of the products again in the new Annual Catalogue from early June.  You can click on the cover image in the sidebar on the right to view the entire catalogue electronically.  If you would prefer a hard copy, simply send me an email with your name and postal address and I'll post one out to you.  

Number 5 - Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

You can find this beauty on page 13 of the Spring/Summer catalogue but it's a little tricky to spot.  Take a look in the bottom right hand corner of the page and you'll find the folder peeking out at you!  The folder is 6" square and produces a 3D sequin design, which is perfect for those moments you need just a little something extra on your project.  

Number 4 - Myths and Magic Specialty Washi Tape

The Myths and Magic Specialty Washi Tape really needs to be seen to be believed.  It is so sparkly and the star design is my all time favourite washi tape ever!  When you add this to your order, you'll receive three designs and in three widths:  3/16" (5 yards), 3/8" (5 yards) and 1/2" (7.5 yards) or 0.5 cm (4.6 m), 1cm (4.6 m) and 1.3 cm (6.9 m).  Be sure to check out the entire Myths and Magic Suite featuring fire-breathing dragons, wonderful wizards and mystical mermaids!

Number 3 - Lots of Happy Card Kit

The Lots of Happy Card Kit is an all-inclusive kit which means you receive everything needed to create 20 beautiful cards.  The kit comes with a set of seven photopolymer stamps, ink, embellishments, watercolour pencils, ribbon and more.  Stampin' Up! have also created a how-to video on assembly so putting your cards together will be a breeze.  

Number 2 - Lots to Love Box Framelits Dies

The Lots to Love Box Framelits Dies are a must-have for any crafter.  The main die is used to make a handy box that measures 4-7/8" x 3" x 5/8" (12.4 x 7.6 x 1.6 cm).  You could easily use this as a gift card box or wrap up some chocolate for an extra indulgent treat.  There is also an opportunity to purchase this set of dies in a bundle with a fabulous stamp set.  I've included a link at the end of this post in the Product List.

Number 1 - Petal Passion Suite

Stampin' Up! really have excelled with the Petal Passion Suite.  The monochrome palette looks fabulous paired with a pop of colour.  The stamps and dies can be used together or separately to create stunning projects and the Memories and More Card Pack really adds the perfect finishing touch to the collection.  The Designer Series Paper is beautiful and can be used for a variety of special occasions.  I'll have a post featuring this Suite on Wednesday 31 January so be sure to check back then.

Now that I've shared my Top 5 products from the Stampin' Up! Spring/Summer 2018 catalogue, I would love to hear yours.  Simply leave a comment on this post to let me know. 

Happy crafting,
Rachel x


Product List

Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [145649]	Myths & Magic Specialty Washi Tape [145602]	Lots Of Happy Card Kit [146388]	Lots To Love Box Framelits Dies [145653]	Sure Do Love You Clear-Mount Bundle [145966]
Petal Palette Clear-Mount Bundle [145974]	Petal Passion Memories & More Card Pack [145592]	Petal Passion Designer Series Paper [145589]	Petal Pair Textured Impressions Embossing Folders [145656]	Petal Passion Embellishments [145591]