Monday, November 30, 2009

Christmas Candle

Well, you might notice you have 2 post today! A little mistake on my part yesterday, so you get them both today!! Oh well!
This is a quick, easy handmade gift idea! You can pick up jar candles
for such a great deal right now! (You just have to make sure you don't leave the candles unattended while they are lit!!)

Supplies Used....

Sweet Season Stamp Set
Soft Suede Stamp Pad
Very Vanilla, Real Red & Soft Suede & Card Stock
Merry Moments Designer Series Paper
Soft Suede Polka Dot Ribbon (Backwards)
Crystal Brads


Engagement Card

This is an engagement card I made for my Nephew Jeffrey & his Fiance Lindsay.
They had there engagement party this weekend, and of course a homemade card was in order!!

Saturday, November 28, 2009

Fill the Season Card Holder

I took a day off to shop with my sisters, then hang out with my family, but I am back!
I hope you all had very fun, safe and blessed Thanksgivings!

I am now well on my way to being ready for Christmas! My house is decorated (except for my real tree, that comes next week!), my shopping is started, and so are my Christmas cards!

Today's idea is from Stampin' up! I think it would make a great teacher or co-worker gift!!
It is quick and easy, with no stamping!

Supplies used....

Stamps
• None

Paper
• Christmas Jingle Simply Scrappin'®

Ink
• None

Accessories
• Chocolate Chip 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• Sizzix Big Shot™
• Fancy Favor Bigz XL die

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!! I hope you all have a very blessed day!

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

"A Ghirardelli Treat"

At Christmas time the come out with so many yummy flavors of Ghirardelli Chocolates!
A family favorite at out house is the Peppermint Bark! I wanted to have some on hand to pass out this year, and of course, i just didn't want a bowl full, I wanted a fun way to pass them out! So I got a swap awhile back with this pattern, so I just changed it to Christmas! Quick & easy, perfect! I hope you enjoy!!

Supplies Used....

Punch Pals Stamp Set
Real Red & Soft Suede Stamp Pad
Whisper White, Real Red & Soft Suede Card Stock
Christmas Cocoa Specialty Paper
Soft Suede Polka Dot, Red Double Stitched & Red Gingham Ribbon
Linen Thread
Tag Punches
Snowflake Punch
1/2" & 3/4" & 1 1/4" Circle Punches
Crimper

Directions:

Real Red Card stock cut at 7 x 4 1/4 score at 3 & 6
Patterned Paper cut at 2 1/4 x 6 1/2
Red double stitched ribbon cut at 6 1/2


In the photo above, the solid line, represents the sticky tape! (Fast directions, sorry)

After you score and add your sticky tape, fold over and adhere! Crimp the bottom.
I don't score the patterned paper, I just rap it around, and adhere it in the back.
Decorate the front, and you are done!!
I hope this helps!! Let me know if you need more details!
Happy Thanksgiving!

Tuesday, November 24, 2009


Huge Holiday Sale


Shop Stampin' Up! for savings on so many different items!
Shop Early for BEST SELECTION!

From November 23 to November 30th. You don't need to wake up at 3 am to get to the stores, you can shop NOW and you can stay in your jammies!! Go to my website at www.juliagrenier.stampinup.net and you can start your shopping NOW!

Monday, November 23, 2009

"Snowflake Paint Can"

It is always fun to receive a gift in a handmade package, I always say, It a gift in a gift!
I love using paint cans, they are so quick and easy, and come in so many fun sizes now!
I especially think they are great for homemade goodies or Lotions & soaps!

Supplies used....

Punch Pals Stamp Set
Soft Suede Stamp Pad
Soft Suede & Whisper White Card Stock
Soft Suede Polka Dot Ribbon
Snowflake Bigz Die & Sizzix
Snowflake Punch
Tag Punches
3/4" & 1" Circle Punches
Crystal brads
Raffia