Sunday, February 9, 2025

3 5/8” middle-sized hexagon box with Pick A Season

 I have another hexagon-shaped box for you today.  This one uses the middle die and measures approximately 3 5/8".  I love these shaped boxes.  They are so fun to make and really quite easy to put together.  I hope you will give them a try.  You can watch the video replay of the assembly process over on my YouTube channel. 




Supplies and measurements:
Meant to Bee dies 166582 (Can be purchased in a bundle 167243* with coordinating stamps 166583)
Pick A Season stamps 164969 (Sale a-bration free choice with purchase through February 2025)
Linked Together Decorative Masks 164809 (can be purchased in a bundle 164810* with coordinating stamps and dies)
Shaded Spruce cardstock (you'll need one sheet plus a little)
    Strip 1: 1 3/4" x 11", score at 1 3/4", 3 1/2", 5 1/4" 7" 8 3/4" & 10 1/2" on long side
        Score on short side at 1 3/8"
    Strip 2:  1 3/4" x 10 1/2", score on long side at 1 3/4 - hair, 3 7/16", 5 1/8", 6 7/8" - hair, 8 9/16 and            10 5 /16".  Score on the short side at 1 3/8".  Please watch the video linked above for directions.
    Two middle-sized hexagons and two of the 2nd smallest hexagons in Shaded Spruce.  (you will only need one of the second smallest if using white for the inside bottom with a message.)
Basic White cardstock, 4" x 5 1/4" & two 2nd smallest hexagons.  One is optional for the inside bottom message.
Summer Splash cardstock for 2nd smallest hexagon frame.
Ink Pads: Shaded Spruce, Summer Splash, Soft Sea Foam & Pecan Pie
Blending Brushes 153611
Gold Twisted Thread 164603

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  To order the Stampin' Up! supplies I've used today or any others, click on the shopping cart in the upper right.  Be sure to check out the Last Chance section as new discounts and items have been added.  

Until next time; be happy, stay healthy and happy stamping!
Teresa


*purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.


Sunday, February 2, 2025

Hexagon Shaped box using Darling Dinos

Hello all!  I have a very fun treat box for you today.  I've made a box using the hexagons from Meant to Bee dies.  The measurements were a bit challenging, but once I figured those out, they go together pretty easy.  I hope you are inspired to give making them a try.  Be sure to watch the video replay for some tips and tricks on how to easily put these boxes together.   You will find it over on my YouTube.  channel.




Measurements and Supplies:
Meant to Bee dies 166582 (Can be purchased in a bundle 167243* with coordinating stamps 166583)
Darling Dinos bundle 164735* (includes stamps 164728 and coordinating dies 164734)
Musical Jamboree stamps 163616 (optional, for the grass bits only or use flowers in the dino set)
Choose Happy stamps 163701 (I used for the words love and hello)
To the Point Label Punch 164568 (I used for the inside sentiment, again completely optional)
Cute as Can Bee Designer Series Paper 166621 
    You will need six pieces each cut at 1 3/8 x 1 1/8 in landscape orientation if directional

Petunia Pop cardstock 
    You will need two of the second smallest hexagons, two of the smallest hexagons and two strips
        STRIP 1 for top of box: 1 1/2 x 9 1/4"   Score on long side at 1/4", 1 3/4", 3 1/4", 4 3/4", 6 1/4" &     7 3/4".  Score on 1 1/2" side at 1 1/4" OR 1/4" whichever is easiest for you
        STRIP 2 for box bottom: 1 1/2" x 9 1/16".  On the long side score at 1/4", hair less than 1 3/4", 3 3/16", hair less than 4 11/16", 6 1/8" and hair less than 7 5/8" (I explain and show this all in the video). On the 1 1/2" side score at 1 1/4" OR 1/4" which is easiest for you.

Basic Black cardstock, smallest hexagon frame 
Basic White cardstock, smallest hexagon & scraps for stamping
Scrap of Petunia Pop, Basic Black for hearts
Ink Pads: Petunia Pop, Memento Tuxedo Black, Basic Gray, Old Olive, Azure Afternoon
Stampin' Blends alcohol markers: Petunia Pop, Crumb Cake, Bubble Bath
Adhesive-backed Dragonflies and Birds 162743

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope you have enjoyed this project as much as I did.  I will definitely be making more as they really are quite unique.  To shop my online store for your Stampin' Up! needs, be sure to click on the shopping cart in the upper right.  You can shop 24/7 and your business is always appreciated.

Until next time; be happy, stay healthy and happy stamping!
Teresa

*purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.


       
 

Saturday, February 1, 2025

Sending Love Vertical Bandstand Fun Fold card

 Hey all, I've got another vertical floating bandstand card for you today.  I absolutely love this fun fold.  I think it's easy and makes such a huge impact.  I made this particular card so I could send it out to my Aunt in Minnesota as I didn't get to mailing out my Christmas cards.  I wanted her to know I hadn't forgotten about her but didn't really want an all out Valentine card.  This is the result.  I hope you like it.  To see how I've put this card together, you can watch the video over on my YouTube channel.  




Supplies and Measurements:
Sending Love stamps 162873 & coordinating Sending Love dies 162879 (not offered as a bundle)
Heart Shaped bundle164946 (free SAB choice through Feb 2025) for sentiment only
Toadstool Gardens 6x6 DSP (free SAB choice through Feb 2025) 164942
    3 3/4" X 5 1/4", cut 5/8" off each end of the 3 3/4" side (keep all three pieces in design order)
   & fussy cut images from same pattern for placement at mailbox base if desired 
    coordinating design (I used the reverse side) 
        (4) pieces 1 1/8" x 1 1/8", (2) pieces 1 1/8" x 1 5/8" landscape orientation, (2) pieces 5/8" x 5 1/4" optional for back side) 
Basic White Thick Cardstock
    4 1/8" x 5 1/2", scored at 3/4" each end of 4 1/8" side
    (2) 1 1/4" x 5 3/4", scored at 3/4", 2", 3 3/4" & 5"
Basic White cardstock 2 1/2" x 5 1/4" and scraps for stamping
Scrap of Melon Mambo cardstock for die cutting small hearts
Window Sheet, 4 x 1 5/8"
Ink Pads: Memento Tuxedo Black, Melon Mambo
Stampin' Blends alcohol markers: Granny Apple Green, Fresh Freesia, Crumb Cake, Melon Mambo, Color Lifter & from the Natural Tones collection Deep SU 100 and Medium Deep SU 300
Wink of Stella Glitter Brush 141897

Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I hope you like my card and will give it a try.  I love pulling out older stamps & dies to combine with new products and give them so additional versatility.  To order your Stampin' Up! supplies from my online store, click on the shopping cart in the upper right.  I would be ever so appreciative of your business.

Until next time; be happy, stay healthy and happy stamping!
Teresa

*purchasing bundles saves 10% over the individual piece prices when combined.  You must use the bundle item code for the 10% bundle discount.  When purchasing Last Chance items; be sure to check if the individual piece prices are discounted.  Individual piece prices could be less expensive if the discounts are deep enough.