Blossom Punch Makes Perfect Treat

I needed the perfect fall treat for the Scrap Club Girl but wanted to focus on Fall instead of Halloween.  The Stampin' Up Blossom Punch and Autumn Designer Paper were just the ticket.  I used half a sheet of 12 x 12 inches (cut to 6 x 12).  I rolled the sheet to make a cone with a pointed back and stapled it in place.  This is also the shape of the old Victorian "Tussy Mussy" that was filled with flowers back in the day.  I stapled a ribbon loop onto the back so it could be hung on a door knob or hook. 

 Six inch wide tulle from a spool was cut to make a 6" x 12" rectangle.  I gathered the tulle with my fingers right down the middle to make a bow shape and stapled it in the middle.  Then the bow was stapled onto the front of the cone.  The flower was made with 2 blossom punches and a purchased flower and a button layered together with glue dots. 

I glued a loop of raffia to the back

 of the finished blossom with Fabri-Tac then used more glue to attach it to the tulle bow.  The treat cones were filled  with shredded paper, chocolate, a few craft supplies, lots of love, and voila! -  a treat with no trick!  We had a great time eating cornbread and taco soup and making our first, would you believe, Christmas cards of the season!  Trick or treat!
All supplies can be purchased at my Stampin-Up website at www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net

Bookmark

There's nothing like curling up with a good book on a crisp Fall day!  Welcome Fall with all the right colors in this simple bookmark that reminds us to count our blessings.  It's perfect way to treat your book club, thank a friend, or create a "happy"  to spice up a table setting. All Stampin' Up materials may be purchased online at www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net



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Materials Used:

Punches - Tag Topper Scalloped,  Circle 2 1/2 ", Scallop 2 3/8"
Paper - Autumn DSP
Embellishments - Autumn Wooden Elements
Linen Thread
Ribbon - Quilted Satin in Chili
For All Things Stamp set

 

Christmas Cards for Halloween? Trick or Treat

We're "Falling" back into the swing of things as the weather starts to turn cooler and the leaves begin to fall!  It's my favorite time of year - from now til Christmas!  It's all good!  Planning to decorate for fall but make Christmas cards at the October Scrap Club.  Hoping the weather is cool enough for a big pot of chili!  If you live in the area, you're invited to join us.  Just register at my Stampin' Up website.  www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net. 
The top card uses the Hardwood and Wondrous Wreath stamps while the bottom star card  is made from the Bright and Beautiful stamp set.  Both sets have coordinating die cuts.  Let me know if you need anything!

Happy Fall ya'll!

Lynda

Scrap Diva's Camp In Style!

     Scrap Diva Day Camp was Saturday and we are still recovering!  Fourteen fun and crazy ladies joined me for a day of paper crafting, scrapbooking, EATING, laughing, visiting, and being silly.  It was a great way to say good-bye to summer and get ready for cooler weather!  I do believe it was the hottest day of the year!

     I had a blast planning with a chalkboard theme and some silliness thrown in on the side.  My friend Janice volunteered her talents to monogram gorgeous tote bags for everyone.  I filled them with a paper pack, 2 make and take projects, mini- notepad, giant wooden clothespin, ribbon pack, and of course CHOCOLATE!!  The table was set with party favors- giant sun glasses and candy bracelet, with a cup of trail mix to start the day. 


     I decorated the kitchen island with a giant mossy mushroom and greenery on a burlap runner.  Of course I had to add a little bling for the "Divas"!  I made a quick banner for the mantle that said "Scrap Divas" out of a black chalkboard paper banner.  I used 3 layers on top of each banner piece - a flattened aqua cupcake holder, a small doily, and a glittered letter. 



We made a layout with stitching on it (a first for most of us!) and a cute box with 4 notecards inside for our make and takes.  Stay tuned  for pics of those with directions!  Thanks for checking in!  Enjoy these last days of summer!
Lynda





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SU Flower Patch Stamps Bloom!

 

We had a great time at Scrap Club

last week using the new Flower Patch Stamp Set to make this card.  The new photopolymer stamps took a little practice but we liked being able to see through the stamps.  The images came out crisp and clear.  We used the orange and white flower paper from the new Flower Pot Designer Series Paper.  The orange frame is from the On Film Framelit Die and we used a decorative label punch to highlight the sentiment.  The large flower was stamped with Blackberry Bliss Ink and the pink flower uses Melon Mambo Ink.  After stamping and punching the flowers, cut each flower petal in towards the center to separate the petals a little so you can curl them with your finger.  On the purple flower I cut just to  the second row of petals on the top flower and in about 1/2 inch on each petal on the bottom solid layer.  Use dimension dots between the flower layers and to make the sentiment stand out.

To make the  layered look on the decorative label punch cut out, cut an extra label out of  Wild Wasabi green, then cut it in half.  Put one half on each end of the sentiment punch out  so that it extends past the sentiment.  I trimmed the tiny green points in the middle if they stick out.

I recommend using the Lovely Lace embossing folder for the white center piece and the envelope flap.  Embossing makes a big impact for just a little money!

Please visit my Stampin' Up website www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net for specials and ideas or click on the items you need below to shop.  Thanks for dropping by!
Lynda

 Flower Fair Framelits #133731     $24.95  Flower Patch Stamps #134207     $25.95 
   On Film Framelit #132969     $29.95      Flower Pot DSP #133698     $10.95   Paper Trimmer #126889     $29.95  Whisper White 81/2 x 11 Cardstock #100730  $8.50                                             

Cards! Cards! Cards! with Everyday Occasions Kit

I have a new favorite thing!  Stampin' Up 's Everyday Occasions Card Kit made 20 + adorable cards for all occasions.  





 It was so easy to punch out shapes, stamp sentiments, and assemble the designs from the pictures in the color brochure.  Of course I had to venture out on my own and create some originals too!  The kit is all inclusive and comes with stamps, a clear block, 2 ink spots, baker's twine, punch outs including some glitter paper, buttons, arrow clips, and pop dots.  You'll need your own tape runner and scissors.  I added a few ribbons and trims from my stash.  I have enough left overs to embellish lots more cards and tags!  These cards went together in a snap with awesome results!  Perfect for the beginner or experienced scrapper!  You've got to try this!!!  Order at my website www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net or by clicking the link below.

 Buy card kit here

  

 

 Item #134797 Everyday Occasions Cardmaking Kit  $29.95

Buy tape runner here

 

Snail Adhesive Tape $6.95

Item #104332



Simple Tags with SU's Summer Silhouettes

     I'm back!  It's been a month of doctors, physical therapy,  and "procedures" but I see light at the end of the tunnel and can't wait to get back to "normal"!  Frozen shoulder and crafting are not a good match!  I didn't want you to think I had forgotten you!   
     Here's a quick tag made with one of my favorite stamp sets, Summer Silhouettes.  This set has a great all purpose leaf stamp and the wild flowers are so easy to make with a stunning result.  When you need a simple "Thank You", this tag really works.

     The sentiment is a retired set but there are lots of current substitutes.  This would be a great tag to have on hand for any occasion.  Just add the sentiment as the need arises.
     I pressed too hard on the stem and got an extra line from the stamp edge at the bottom of the stem.  So I made lemonade out of lemons and added more lines to make it look like grass at the bottom.  I actually like the "oops" better than the original idea!  Just ink the end of the stem stamp to add more grass.  As my grandson would say "Ta-Da!!".


     Speaking of grands, my other distraction this month has been a new granddaughter!  Violet was born April 22 and is so beautiful (am I a little biased or what?).  Can't leave without sharing one of her first photos.  Thank you to my daughter-in-lawJessica!  Happy Mother's Day!


Supplies for this project are listed below and may be purchased by clicking the link or at www.lyndafalconer.stampinup.net




Angled Tag Topper Punch #133323
 

Summer Silhouettes Clear Stamp #126447                                             




Clear-Mount  Block E
#118484  3-7/16" x 4-7/16"

 

Easter Treat Boxes

Hats off to the Cleveland Craft Club who got in the Easter spirit last Tuesday with a craft night at Ella Rose.  Downtown Cleveland, MS is beautiful and Ella Rose is a "To Die For" fabric shop with beautiful fabrics and trims for quilting and sewing projects.  They do lots of fun classes so be sure to stop by  if you're in the area. 

 
 
I had a blast with this group of ladies making an Easter treat box and card. They were very creative and each box had it's own special flair!   The decoration on the box lifts off to reveal a see through window so you get a peek at the treats inside.  We filled our boxes with a decorated sugar cookie.  Just the thing for someone very special! 

Becky Roberts' Gift Box Inspires Using Spiral Flower Originals Die Cut

 I love Becky Robert's designs at Inking Idaho and couldn't stop drooling over the beautiful roses she made out of the SU Spiral Flower Originals Die.  Sooooo, of course I had to CASE it!  Here's my version using Sweet Sorbet DSP.  The leaves were made from the Flower Punch that goes with the Mixed Blossom Stamp Set.  The black and white rosette is simply a spiral cut from a doily, wrapped together with a black card stock spiral.  Becky has a great how-to video on her website for the rosette. They were fairly easy to make and a little different each time.

 I added a surprise sentiment pop inside the box.  

The roses would be beautiful out of newspaper or old book or music pages for a vintage look.  Here's the scoop:

Box:
card stock rectangle -7 1/4" x 4 inches
        Score long side at 3/4", 3 1/4", 4" and 6 1/2"
        Score short side at 3/4" and 3 1/4"
designer paper for top  (2 1/4" square) and 4 sides (5/8" x 2 1/4")

Belly Band:
cardstock 1" x 7 1/2 "
decorative inner band  3/8" x 7 1/2"

Inside Sentiment: 2" and 1 3/4" circles

Can't wait to show you what I did with the Mini Memories Simply Created Album Kit!  Coming Up!

Little Blue House Blooms at Scrapbook Expo

When I walked by the Little Blue House booth at the Scrapbook Expo in Grapevine, TX  I knew these ladies had something special.  The designs were to die for gorgeous with so much color and detail! They certainly know how to "bloom" - loved these print covered wood blocks!

It was a delight to visit with the owner Tracy Pounds and co-manager Rhonda Merry about The Little Blue House in Keller, Texas.  It will definitely be on my vacation list next time I get near Dallas. So many of their customers stopped by the booth while I was there and said the shop was just like going home!  You could sense the devotion and mutual admiration the customers and the store owners had for each other!

 
 I bought several layouts and they were kind enough to let me take pictures of all their design samples.  They have an extensive class list showing a variety of classes including mixed media.  Please add their blog  http://www.thelittlebluehouseblog.blogspot.com  to your favorites and give them a visit any time you're north of Dallas.  Tell them Lynda Falconer from Stoneville, Mississippi sent you!

Chicken wire frame and screen porch card designs - divine!

Hats off to The Little Blue House!!! These photos really don't do the projects justice.  Let me know if you have been there.  Would love to see pics of the real store and projects you've tried.

Scrapbook Expo and Jenni Bowlin Designs!

 The layouts at the Jenni Bowlin booth  at Scrapbook Expo in Grapevine, Texas really caught my eye.  They were simple and had a cool, vintage vibe. 


















But I fell in love with the mini cigar box diorama of the little boy sleeping on the cotton ball clouds amidst gold glitter stars.  Soooo sweet!   Of course I had to buy all the stuff to make it and I have the perfect sleeping little boy pic to use.  Can't wait to get to that project! 

 Next stop is Little Blue House booth with the sweetest ladies and most talented designers you'll ever meet!