The sweetest little boxes

These little boxes are one of my favorite to use for wedding receptions, showers and birthdays.  They are the perfect size to decorate and fill with chocolate or whatever sweets you like. 

I made these for display purposes only, so don't be alarmed and wondering about this date on this pennant.  Preston & Ashley were married 2 years ago this August.  :)

These little boxes are quick and easy to embellish.  They can be adorned with paper, ribbon, flowers, pom poms, and little custom tags to display your favors. 

In addition to white, they also come in Kraft, which are also just as cute all decorated up. 

They are available at ETC in the party favor section.  The white ones are 10 for $2.99 and the Kraft ones are 10 for $1.99.

June's Favors...

are done and kitted!  Hooray...what a great feeling.

This sweet little box is adorned with an oversized paper bow.  This adorable paperline is from Simple Stories and I LOVE it!  The dainty little flower print makes it perfect for creating little favors.  I saw the box idea on line and decided it needed a little, or should I say BIG embellishment, enter BIG bow. 

This high tabbed box is perfect for holding chocolate ghiradelli squares {thanks for the idea Jamie!}.  It's made from durable Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock.  Embellished with Glitter tape from Bazzill/American Crafts, a hand stamped tag and a punched cardstock heart shape.  It is closed with a gray seambinding bow.

This little sack is made from a Studio 61 mini sack, Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock and printed paper from the Americana line from Pebbles.  The little Pebbles pinwheel is attached to a Studio 61 paper straw, and the elastic trim and tag are also Studio 61 products.  A snack sized package of M & M's fits perfectly in this little patriotic treat sack.

This favor is created using a premade Studio 61 glossy box.  Using paper from the "from Me To You" paperline from Pebbles.  It's a perfect size for holding small chocolates for any occasion.  The ribbon and tag are from Studio 61.  Seems like I have been on a Pebbles printed paper kick lately.  They have lots of cute paper and embellishments.

Since the crafting and kitting is done, it's time to do a little housework.  Maybe I should have worked a little slower.  LOL

   

Papercrafting fun

Mother's Day is a week away and I thought I would create a little something for the gals I am going to see on Tuesday.

I made them using Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock {Avalance}, Simple Stories Blue Chevron printed paper from their 24/SEVEN paperline, a cardstock Mother's Day sticker from Scrapbook Customs and mini pom poms from ETC {my LSS}.  I filled them with some delightful caramels from Trader Joe's.  Sure hope they like em.

Also made a smaller version for my Scrappin Sampler project for May 24th at ETC.

This version is made with American Crafts/Bazzill Cardstock {Aqua & Kraft},  All Boy and Girl Talk paperline from October Afternoon, wood buttons and burlap bows from American Crafts, punches from EK Success, Martha Stewart and American Crafts and solid baker's twine.  Now I just have to decide what candy to put inside of these favors.

OK...I am not gonna lie, I wish it was Friday.  Still have plenty of crafting I want to do!  :)

Happy May Day!

Tonite when I got home from work the door bell rang and as I was walking towards the front door, I saw the two little neighbor girls scurry down the street.  Look what I found hanging on the door knob when I opened the door.

Sweetest thing ever!  Sure made me smile!  I remember when I was a little girl we would make little May Day baskets out of the strawberry containers.  I am sure you agree...this is way cuter!

Happy May Day everyone! 

Kelli
:)

May Favors for May 6th Do Me A Favor

are done and kitted!  :)

What a productive weekend.  In addition to getting my favors completed and the workshop prepped, I was able to start my project for Inspiration Unlimited. 

Here are three of the four little favors we will be making in May. 

I used printed paper from the Teresa Collins Save The Date paper line for the band and sturdy Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock for the little triangle shaped treat holder.  If you haven't used this paper line from Teresa, you are in for a treat...it's textured!  I made a pennant with Bazzill/American Crafts glitter tape.  I am so addicted to this glittery stuff!  Some custom print work and a lace bow adorn this favor.

Sticking with Teresa's Save The Date paper line, I positioned a section of this printed paper onto my Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock sturdy little itsy bitsy treat box.  A little black and white baker's twine and a custom "thanks" banner completed this little favor.  This little guy would be perfect for wedding or reception favors.  It's a lidded one piece box that holds only a small amount of treats so you could fill it with your best chocolate before gifting.

The polkadotted box was created with the cute Jen Allyson paper line Cut & Paste from My Minds Eye.  Yea, it's my latest addiction.  This little flapped lid box is a cinch to assemble, yet stinkin cute to hold gift cards, prewrapped baked goods or candy.  A sweet little glitter paper punched heart, a Studio 61 Doiley and gray seam binding add to the cute factor of this favor. The little "WITH LOVE" tag is a stamp that was stamped onto Bazzill/American Crafts cardstock.

This fourth cute little hanging favor is made from the Daily Flash Girl Talk paper line by October Afternoon.  It's the perfect size to hold 2 mini TWIX bars and who doesn't like TWIX?  Solid pink baker's twine is used to create a little ribbon bundle just under the hanging ribbon.  A little "Hello" stamp was stamped onto Bazzill/American Crafst cardstock and placed on the front of the favor. 

Still 5 spots open if you would like to join me at the May 6th Do Me A Favor workshop at ETC.  If you sign up on line at

http://shop.scrapbooks-etc.com/collections/classes/products/05-06-14-do-me-a-favor-6-8pm

you will receive 10% off!  

With my projects done, I still have time to toss a load or two of laundry in the wash and relax before the work week starts again. 

Here's to a fabulous week!
Kelli
:)

Ahead of the game

Boy, I am acting more and more like my mom each day {and that's a good thing!}.  She is always well prepared and has things finished early!  My class projects for April 1st's Do Me A Favor are on display at ETC and the kits are done!  Only 3 spots left, so don't delay.  If you are a local gal {or guy...come on Dale, I haven't seen you or Ernestine lately} looking for something to do a week from tomorrow nite, come join me for this workshop. 

Here's a sneak peek at the projects we will be making.

This sweet box is created using 2 of my favorites...Bazzill Basics Cardstock & My Minds Eye printed paper.  This paperline is from Jen Allyson's Cut & Paste collection. The colors are spectacular...just the cutest paper on the planet!

This little chick is all Bazzill!  Well minus the ribbon and wiggly eyes.  This clever little chick would be perfect as an Easter place setting...Paula, I already see them on your Easter Brunch table! 

Alisha Gordon's Celebration printed paper line by Carta Bella was used for this party favor structure.  Such a neat paperline...just knew I had to use it when I first saw it.  The color scheme is great for guys and gals!

This little glassine bag is perfect for showing off the BE LOVED paperline by Fancy Pants.  I love all the cute spring colors used in this papeline.  It sure made embellishing this favor a cinch!

Well, now onto a few other projects.  I am going to keep this momentum going...I like being ahead of the game! 

Have a super week and take time to be creative!
Kelli
:)

Last Double Digit Post

Hard to believe, but my next post will be my 100th!

2014 has really flown by so far.  I hope the last 10 months of the year don;t seem to go quite as fast.

Last weekend I taught at Create 2014 and really had a great time.  The classes were small and intimate, which is always much more relaxed.  :)  The projects were fabulous and the attendees were amaZing!  So glad I was part of the event this year.

I am gearing up to teach Do Me A Favor on Tuesday and The Club with Amy Totty on Wednesday night.  A few of you have been asking about the projects for Tuesday.  Sorry I haven't posted a pic before now, this past week has been hectic.  But here goes...

My favorite little favor is the sweet pink and kraft chevron box made from My Minds Eye printed paper and lined with Bazzill cardstock.  My neice is getting married soon and I would love to talk her into these for the shower or the wedding.  They look so cute.  The adorable little tags were found here http://ohsoverypretty.com/2013/04/22/free-calligraphy-hang-tag-printable/

There are four varieties of tags: {just  for you}, {happy birthday}, {thank you} and {you're the best}.  The duo over at Oh So Very Pretty are mega talented and share the cutest stuff.  :)

I thought I would package the kits using a St Patty's Day Theme, and here's what I came up with.

 

 Such a great feeling to be starting off the week all kitted and ready to roll!