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{Heart Canvas Shadow Box Decor}

2012-01-30T06:37:00.000-06:00

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How to make Crepe Paper Rosettes

I do have a video showing you how I created the Crepe Paper Rosettes --

I'll try to get it uploaded to YouTube as soon as I can.

It kept "timeing" out on me and not loading correctly :(

Stay tuned!

I hope you like my Valentine project today!

Have a super day my crafty friends!

-Tracy

{Family Love} Valentine Subway Art

2012-01-27T22:36:00.000-06:00

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I was totally inspired to create one of these valentine subway arts for my family when I saw this one over At Second Street. I totally fell in love with the idea and couldn't wait to get it finished.

I have a mac computer and created this using Pages (same as Word on a PC) -- I put every line into a text box so that I could maneuver it around the page where I wanted it. I then printed it on my home printer. easy peasy! All of these fonts were free over at www.dafont.com -- my favorite place to get my fonts. I think this valentine decor it is a wonderful way to include the whole family in a special way. I'll be back soon to show you how it looks in a frame and included in my Valentine decor. So stay tuned my friends…..

If you have any questions -- just leave me a comment and I'll try my best to reply.

Hugs!
Tracy

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #42

2012-01-26T19:54:00.001-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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I'm excited to show you our TOP 3 most viewed link ups from last week. Woo Hoo!!

Congrats and grab the Top 3 button on the right side bar.

#1 - Desktop Organizer & Perpetual Calendar

by Scrapalette

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#2 - Heart Art

by: Storycrafting with Joy

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#3 - Three Tiered Cupcake Stands

by: Homemade Glamour

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Okay -- let's do it again!

Link up below and YOUR project may be featured next week right here on CJToo's Weekly T.G.I.F. Linky Party....

Please remember to link DIRECTLY to your project and not just your blog....:)

Door Knob Valentine Treat Holder - Video #178

2012-01-25T08:00:00.023-06:00

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As craft bloggers we always try to figure out new projects to share with our wonderful viewers and followers each and every project. Sometimes it's a little easier than others…..sometimes we are a little "stumped" -- other times the ideas "flow like a river"….right now I'm in a little crafting funk so to say…..

I'm not sure where the inspiration for this project came from -- I can just share with you that it turned out better than I expected! For real. I thought about making a project -- hmmm…kind of like a "countdown to valentine's day" thing -- but scratched that. As I was scanning my craft supplies….I spotted these door hangers in my abundant supply of fun foam and thought "I really needed to do something with all of those hangers -- one day" -- then the light bulb turned on….what could I make out of them for a v-day project???? -- The project below evolved from there. My first thought was to make one for each of my kids to hang on their bedroom door and maybe "the cupid fairy" (kind of like the tooth fairy and St. Nick) would bring each of them a "goodie" on valentine's day…..slip it in their treat holder that hangs delightfully on their bedroom door and they would be super excited when they woke up on Valentine's Day…..pretty nifty idea, huh? --

Here is the idea and you can expand it to make it what you wish….LOL!!

Welcome to the January 2012 My Pink Stamper Design Team Projects!!

Door Knob Valentine Treat Holder

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Supply List:

❍ foam door knob hangers; 1 red and 1 white - glue these together.

❍ cup; cover with red/white polka dot paper; attach cup to door hangers with glue and ribbon through back for a secure hold.

❍ adhere black faux fur around cup trim

❍ Luv Bug -- Simply Charmed Cricut cartridge -- page 31

❍ personalized name plate; punches in various colors of cardstock

❍ suckers tag & "Be Mine" on luv bug heart --stamp sentiments from Love-alicious by My Pink Stamper

❍ black/white polka dot ribbon for top of hanger

❍ black and white markers for doodling

Love-alicious!

CJToo Crafty Designers Design Team Day

2012-01-25T06:00:00.000-06:00

Valentine Treats

What a wonderful and talented group of ladies I have on my Design Team!!
The Design Team assignment this week is
Valentine Treats : Projects that be easily

mass produced for classroom goodies.

To see more about their fabulous creations - you can visit their blogs by clicking on their names or on the photo of their project. Let's get the creativity rolling shall we??

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Cheryl at CardsbyCG created these cute little treat pouches with her son. How fun with these be to make with your kids too? What fun to hand out too.

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Kristy at Craftin-on-my-Door created some wonderful and very yummy looking little treats. You just HAVE to jump over there to see the rest of her projects.

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Kadie over at Kards by Kadie made 25 of these wonderful treats for each of her seven grand-kids!! Talk about a dedicated Grandma!! Head over there to check out her quick and easy class treats.

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Shelley at Carleys-Closet has these wonderful treats to share. I just love the sentiment, twine and wonderful texture she's working into her project.

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I hope you enjoy these wonderful projects. Please head over to give my wonderful designers some comment LOVE! I know they appreciate it as much as I do.

Crafty HUGS!!
Tracy

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #41

2012-01-19T18:45:00.000-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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I'm excited to show you our TOP 3 most viewed link ups from last week. Woo Hoo!!

Congrats and grab the Top 3 button on the right side bar.

#1 - Hidden Valley Ranch Sausage Stars

{The Perfect Appetizer}

by Cooking with K

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#2 - Upcycled Parn Grocery Tote

by: PETALS TO PICOTS

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#3 - PAINTED QUOTES

by: Artsy VaVa

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Okay -- let's do it again!

Link up below and YOUR project may be featured next week right here on CJToo's Weekly T.G.I.F. Linky Party....

Please remember to link DIRECTLY to your project and not just your blog....:)

{30 Things to Stop doing to Yourself!}

2012-01-15T16:53:00.000-06:00

I received so much positive feedback from my Positive Messages Journal Project {thank you} from Friday night's Pink-alicious Blog Hop and I had so many comments and personal messages from those interested in my first journal entry on the first page of "30 things to stop doing to Yourself" (you could only see the first 15 in the photo) that I'd thought I'd share the source and the rest of them with all of you.

When one of my friends first shared this link on facebook I immediately checked it out….wow! I'm so happy I did as this list has made a real impact on me and I refer to it often. Great food for the soul to live a happier life.

Click on the button below to find out the entire list of 30 Things to stop doing to Yourself!

Life Tips!

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{Pink-alicous Blog Hop} - January 2012

2012-01-13T20:00:00.000-06:00

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Welcome to the first 2012 Pink-alicous Blog Hop hosted by My Pink Stamper. If you're following the hop you should have arrived from Alex's blog -- if not you can click here to start at the beginning so you don't miss the details.

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Alright….let's start….

The theme is all about "new" and "fresh" ideas for the new year. You're in for a real treat from the entire design team, for sure! You'll see lots of fabulous projects!!

For me.

As I begin almost every other year -- this year was no different. I promise myself to get more organized, be a better person, mom and wife. This year I thought I'd make me a little journaling notebook to keep "track" of various tips, inspiration, words of wisdom, or ideas that will help me reach or keep these goals. You know….all of those words of wisdom from facebook, pinterest, other blogs…etc. that I run across.

Ta-daaaa....
simple. cute. and functional.

Did you ever realize the POSITIVE and INSPIRATIONAL sentiments and messages that is on every single My Pink Stamper set. For real. So much versitility.
I decided to pull out multiple stamp sets and randomly stamp on the blank pages inside the notebook.
Why?
These random messages will provide me with motivational support and I thought it would be interesting to read my little messages as I jot things down in my journal. I hope you enjoy my project!

Watch Video below| Watch on YouTube

Click HERE to see the {30 Things to Stop doing to Yourself}

Supplies

- Composition Notebook (I didn't have to cover it because it had the fabulous black and white pattern when I bought it)

- Loopy cut - Elegant Edges by Cricut (page 35)

- "T" monogram - Alphalicious by Cricut

- embellishments, ribbon, ric rac, buttons, bling, etc.

- adhesives -- Fabri-Tac, Matte Mod Podge

- My Pink Stamper stamps -- in a variety of positive messages. {Personal favorites include More Faithful Sayings, Fabulous Phrases, More Fabulous Phrases, Pink-alicious, Everyday Life}

- ink and block for stamps

- pens for doodling and journaling

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There's lots to see so hop over to Ms. Renee's blog to see her fun project…...

T.G.I.F. Linky Party - #40

2012-01-12T18:00:00.000-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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I'm excited to show you our TOP 3 most viewed link ups from last week. Woo Hoo!!

Congrats and grab the Top 3 button on the right side bar.

#1 - Valentine's Topper (Design Studio)

by Sky Girl Cards and More

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#2 - Sheet Music Wreath - Christmas Decor

by: TNSCRAPPER

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#3 - Angry Birds Poop Printable

by: Kim's Kandy Kreations

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Okay -- let's do it again! Link up below and YOUR project may be featured next week right here on CJToo's Weekly T.G.I.F. Linky Party....

Please remember to link DIRECTLY to your project and not just your blog....:)

CJToo Crafty Designers Design Team Day!

2012-01-11T06:34:00.000-06:00

Cold Weather Inspiration

What a wonderful and talented group of ladies I have on my Design Team!!
The Design Team assignment this week is

Cold Weather inspiration. We are using cool colors (blues, greens, whites, silvers) or items that represent cold weather.

To see more about their fabulous creations - you can visit their blogs by clicking on their names or on the photo of their project. Let's get the creativity rolling shall we??

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Kadie at Kards by Kadie created a Starbucks Coffee Break Carrier - which is stocked with Starbucks Via Coffee.....Chocolate (covered cherries) and Shortbread Cookies.... sounds delish!

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Cheryl at CardsbyCG.blogspot.com is sharing her "warm birthday wishes" card. I love the color combo she used.

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Kristy at Craftin-on-my-Door created some wonderful cards to thank all the terrific people who blessed her family with Christmas gifts. I love her sneak peak and can't wait to see the rest.

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Shelley at Carleys-Closet made a wonderful and super "cool" scrapbook layout! Check out her sneak peek!

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Indira over at Crafty Homemade sent this wonderful peak at her project. Gotta love the glitter and embossing too.

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And last, but certainly not least...
Shawn at Shawn's Fireside Crafting Room has this terrific and wintery peak for us... can't wait to hop over there to see the whole project.

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I hope you enjoy these wonderful projects. Please head over to give my wonderful designers some comment LOVE! I know they appreciate it as much as I do.

Crafty HUGS!!
Tracy

Valentine's Day Projects & Add Yours Too!

2012-01-07T19:57:00.000-06:00

I love Valentine's Day crafts -- not sure if its because as a kid…..I loved making & getting valentines or the "thrill" of making the box or bag to put the valentines in. What fun to bring home the box ….spread them out on the floor or table and read To: and From:….oh yes, and if there was a sucker attached to the card -- wow that was over the top! Well, my tastes for valentines have grown up but I still love them just the same. I thought I'd share some projects I found with you.

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Here are some fabulous projects, ideas and tutorials I found for us to enjoy! Just click on the link to be taken to the blog or website.

Valentine Play-dogh

Valentine's Day Pretzel Buttons

Coffee Filter Hearts

Heart Frame

Valentine Confetti Popcorn

Personalized Wood "Convo" Hearts

Lollipop Butterflies & Flowers {printable}

Paper Bag Valentine Ornaments

Valentine's Day Marshmallow Pops

Quick and Easy Valentine Treats

Valentine Clay Pot Candy Dish

Be My Valentine Wooden Blocks

Felt Valentine Envelope

Embellishing with Candy Decorations

Friends Inspire Valentine {printable}

Valentine's Heart Wreath {from Christmas ornaments}

Simple Kraft & Heart Cards

Valentine Frames

Convo Hearts Ribbon Valentine Wreath

Valentine's Home Tour

LOVE Vinyl Blocks

You Deserve a Hand - Teacher Gift

Valentine's Day Jokes {printable}

Valentine's Day {felt} Fortune Cookies

Valentine Topiaries

Easy Fabric Heart Wreath

14 Free Valentine's Day Cards {printables}

Candy Cane Valentine Cards

Valentine Mailboxes

Valentine Stitchery Tags

Valentine Paper Goodie Holders

Be My Valentine Coloring Sheet

Valentine Buckets

Preschool Valentine Ideas

Valentine's Day Party Spinner

Now its time for you to share your
Valentine's Day Projects
with us!

Link up below!

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #39 ~ 1/6/12

2012-01-06T06:06:00.000-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~

HAPPY 2012!!

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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{Winter Time Tags}

2012-01-01T20:18:00.000-06:00

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It was great to spend a little time in my craft room this week-end as I created these tags that would be a perfect addition to a gift bag, bottle of wine, neighbor's gift, etc…...

Each tag is cut from the "tag" feature on the Cricut Winter Frolic cartridge.

Sentiments:
Happy New Year & Happiest Winter ~ Happiest Moments by My Pink Stamper
Thanks snow much! & A snowflake is like a butterfly from above ~ Winter Punnies by My Pink Stamper

{After Christmas} Organization Tips!!

2011-12-30T16:01:00.001-06:00

With Christmas over…. now begins the daunting task of putting all of those decorations away. urgh. I hate un-decorating. This year I've decided to help myself out a little by organizing my christmas decor when I put it up so that next year I will be more organized. Wish me luck! I first saw this post over here which led me to the website offering fabulous organizational printables. Score!……….click the {read more link below}….

Thrifty way to make an ornament holder from Design a la Mod!

…or this one from Re-Nest.com - storing ornaments in empty egg cartons. Clever!

Tubs are a decorators dream! I Heart Organizing shares some awesome tips of storing holiday decor.

What to do with all of those Christmas cards?? How about making annual Christmas Card Books from Eighteen25 with free printables!

It's a Wrap - gift wrap organizer.

Use empty paper towel or toilet paper rolls to organize cords, lights, garland, or other string type items.

Storing Christmas lights

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #38 - 12/30/11

2011-12-29T19:40:00.003-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~

WISHING EVERYONE a WONDERFUL and SAFE NEW YEAR!!

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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Country Christmas at Craft Junkie Too!!

2011-12-28T06:00:00.000-06:00

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas -- we sure did. Lots of family time and lots of yummy food, entertainment, and all around good times. Its great to get together and have fun!

I wanted to share a few pictures of my Country Christmas decor with you. I'm a true country crafter through and through and it works for me!

My tree has tons of ornaments…..I actually put on ornaments for days - literally….I'd do a few, quit and return later or the next day. It was so fun. I have a EZ Rotating Tree stand (got mine at Garden Ridge Pottery about 5 years ago and paid 89.00 -- they've come down about 20 bucks since then) and my whole tree rotates -- I love sitting on my sofa watching my tree and admiring all of my special ornaments. It's definitely one of my essential Christmas decorating items I must have! Most of these ornaments were given to me, handmade by friends, a few are purchased but not many.

How do I acquire so many ornaments?
Years ago I was part of a group that would "swap" handmade primitive country ornaments. Depending how many ladies wanted to participate (usually between 30-40) we'd each make that many of the same ornament, send (mail them) to the person in charge and in a few weeks we'd get back a box full of different ornaments. It was a ton of work (to handcraft 40 ornaments) but to receive a box back with 40 different handmade ornaments was divine.

All of these ornaments are mine; both of my boys have their own tree with their own ornaments.

Here is a picture of my faux fireplace mantel.

I've collected Santas for around 20 years and had quite a collection. This year I decided I needed to slim down on the holiday items and depleted my Santa collection. I kept several of my favorites, sentimental, and close to my heart ones that are so special including this fabric stuffed American Santa that my husband gave me several years ago. I just love him!

….a few more…

Merry Christmas from me to you!!

My big happy family!!

Here is a picture of Skyler and Spencer on Christmas morning right after our Church service in front of the manger scene at the side alter. Stunning!

and I thought I'd share this cutie with you….

Spencer is all "smiles" when Santa brought him a football helmet, jersey with "shoulder" pads and pants!

Here is some front porch outside holiday decor….

Thanks for visiting and wishing you a wonderful and prospered New Year!

♥Tracy

Merry Christmas from Craft Junkie Too's family!

2011-12-24T23:14:00.000-06:00

Wishing you and your loved ones a
joyous season!

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #37

2011-12-21T20:42:00.002-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~ I'm putting the party up a day early and extending through Monday so you can enjoy your family time this week-end!
*MERRY CHRISTMAS*

Are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff??
We can't wait to see it!
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CJToo Crafty Designers Design Team Day! Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas!!

2011-12-21T06:31:00.000-06:00

Last minutes Christmas Gift Ideas

What a wonderful and talented group of ladies I have on my Design Team!!
The Design Team assignment this week is

This week we are presenting projects that would make last minute gifts.

To see more about their fabulous creations - you can visit their blogs by clicking on their names or on the photo of their project. Let's get the creativity rolling shall we??

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Kadie at Kards by Kadie created a terrific wall hanging that would make a beautiful gift too.

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Cheryl at CardsbyCG.blogspot.com is sharing her "Snowman Kit" project... complete with FREE printabl e tags. You don't want to miss this on if you have little kiddos in your life.

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Shawn at Shawn's Fireside Crafting Room sent me this fun sneak peek of her project. You'll have to jump over to her blog to get all the details!

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Kristy at Craftin-on-my-Door made these wonderful treats to share. She made Peppermint Bark Lollipops! They sure sound yummy!!

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Shelley at Carleys-Closet made this terrific magnet set. I love how each is a little different. Hop over to her blog to find out more details.

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I hope you enjoy these wonderful projects. Please head over to give my wonderful designers some comment LOVE! I know they appreciate it as much as I do.

Crafty HUGS!!
Tracy

{Holiday Pretzel Kisses} - Last Minute Gift Idea or Party Snack!!

2011-12-20T06:00:00.000-06:00

I was totally inspired to make these {Holiday Pretzel Kisses} when I spotted this adorable cello goodie bag on Pinterest which led me to the fantabulous blog Little Birdie Secrets. Of course I had to find out how to make these because I knew they would be a hit for my crew! I have several office parties as well as family gatherings coming up this week so I bought the ingredients and this is my take on this super easy treat. Here is the goodie bag from Little Birdie Secrets.

I followed her fabulous directions to the "T" and they turned out perfect-o. I took mine out of the oven in about 4 1/2 minutes because they had the "shiny look" that she was talking about in her tutorial here. This just goes to show us that all ovens do vary…so adjust your time accordingly.

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I found a jug of holiday shaped pretzels at Sam's Club. The shapes include stars, trees and bells. After finishing these snacks I definitely like the stars the best.

Ingredients:

Pretzels
red & green M & M's
Hershey's Kisses - Candy Cane (or any flavor will do)
cookie sheet (lined with parchment paper, wax paper or foil)
*note* 1 bag of Hershey's kisses made about 62 holiday pretzels.

First I spread out stars and trees onto my foil lined cookie sheet

(not using the bells)

Heat oven 170º degrees -- top each pretzel with a candy cane kiss and put cookie sheet inside oven.

Mine were ready in 4 1/2 minutes so please check for a shiny kiss (not melted -- it should still have it's kiss shape). This is an indication they are ready. Remove sheet from oven.

Gently press m & m's candy into the kiss (m) side down into the kiss; it should mash in smooth and immediately if not place back in oven for more melting time. Too harden place entire cookie sheet in freezer.

These little treats are simple and yummy!

Aren't they pretty?

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My Pink Stamper 12 Days of Christmas - Video & Challenge

2011-12-19T06:00:00.000-06:00

Robyn at My Pink Stamper is celebrating 12 Days of Christmas with featuring fun video projects by the My Pink Designers Team, challenges and tons of give-aways including a brand spankin' new Cricut Mini. How fun!

I'm super excited to be celebrating on this 6th day of Christmas with my project video and you can join in my challenge at Robyn's blog here.

::Santa Face Gift Box Project::

I started with an empty cricut cartridge box and covered it with maroon vinyl.

I used my Gypsy to design Santa's face by pulling several basic shapes from George and Basic Shapes.

I welded them together to make the cut out of Santa's face

I hand drew Santa's eyes and cheeks.

Santa's beard -- yarn

Jingle all the way! sentiment - Christmas Wishes by My Pink Stamper

A regular ole sock is what I used for Santa's hat, distressed with Vintage Photo Distress Ink.

This is a GIFT BOX -- slide off Santa's hat and you can use the box to tuck a gift inside. :)

HO HO HO & To: and From: sentiments - Christmas Wishes by My Pink Stamper

Click here if can't see the video below….

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T.G.I.F. Linky Party #36 ~ 12.16.11

2011-12-15T19:44:00.001-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~ are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff?? We can't wait to see it!
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HAVE FUN!!

Update & MPS's 12 Days of Christmas Event!

2011-12-14T09:38:00.002-06:00

Hi everyone --

I so appreciate all of my viewers and followers and really appreciate your patience as I take care of my family right now. Life in the Wellmann household is very busy with work (my day job), holiday shopping, family gatherings, getting my home ready to host family Christmas for my side of the family, basketball practice & games, (sigh) I'm tired just typing this. Anyhoo's I wanted to let you know I am still here, checking my blog, posting on facebook and promise I will be back with more crafting tutorials right here in the near future.

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I'm super excited to be joining Robyn in her 12 Day sof Christmas celebration!

For the next 12 days join all of the Pink Designers as we celebrate the season with projects, videos, challenges and give-aways! You know it will be so much fun!!

Mark your calendar for Monday 12/19/11 as this is my fun day to help Robyn do a video, tutorial, challenge and more. Stay tuned!
Click on the button below to join in the fun!

T.G.I.F. Linky Party #35 - 12.9.11

2011-12-08T18:00:00.000-06:00

Welcome to this week's T.G.I.F. Linky Party ~ are you ready to show off your wonderful stuff?? We can't wait to see it!
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HAVE FUN!!

CJToo Crafty Designers Design Team Day!

2011-12-07T08:00:00.003-06:00

Christmas Cards!

What a wonderful and talented group of ladies I have on my Design Team!!
The Design Team assignment this week is

Christmas Cards!!

To see more about their fabulous creations - you can visit their blogs by clicking on their names or on the photo of their project. Let's get the creativity rolling shall we??

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Kadie at Kards by Kadie created a Arizona Christmas card. You really HAVE to hop over to her blog to see this wonderful card!

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Cheryl at CardsbyCG.blogspot.com is presenting her cards for this year. With all that sparkle and twine, what's not to love?!?

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Kristy at Craftin-on-my-Door created this fun Christmas tree card. Hop over to her blog to see more of this great card.

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Shelley at Carleys-Closet gave me this terrific sneak peek of her shaker card!! Talk about a tease! :) I can't wait to hop over to her blog to see the rest!

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I hope you enjoy these wonderful projects. Please head over to give my wonderful designers some comment LOVE! I know they appreciate it as much as I do.

Crafty HUGS!!
Tracy