Papertrey December Blog Hop Challenge

This year, I wrapped most gifts very simply.  I used a kraft wrapping paper, stamped brown snowflakes (from Holiday Treats), and brown satin ribbon.  This month's Papertrey Blog Hop Challenge is to reuse some of those holiday trimmings.  I chose to reuse the brown satin ribbon to create a birthday card for my mom and a thank you card for a friend.

I'm having a lot of fun using my new Cuttlebug too! 

I hope you had a wonderful holiday!! 

We are in the midst of a snowstorm which is perfect crafting weather!! 

MOM
Cardstock: PTI White, Berry Sorbet, Kraft, Sweet Blush
Paper: PTI Bitty Box Basics
Stamps: PTI Banner Builder, Simple Alphabet, Enjoy The Ride
Ink: Memento Brown, PTI Berry Sorbet
Other: PTI Vintage Cream Felt, Banner Builder Die Set, Recycled Brown Ribbon

Thanks
Cardstock: PTI White, Aqua Mist
Ink: Color Box Fresh Snow
Other: PTI Ocean Tides Felt, PTI Spring Moss Button, Leaf Impression Plate, Heart Die, THANKS Die, Recycled Brown Ribbon

A Few Things That Have Caught My Eye

Curious Portraits

 The Wild Unknown

 Mouse Pants

Flea Market Style 

Pilosale 

 Artisan Cake Company

The Nimbus Factory

A Piece By Denise

The Littlest Stamp

PTI's new Banner Builder set is a really sweet, whimsical set that I really knew I would love using.  Little did I know that I would find great inspiration in the littlest stamp in the set.  A tiny little x stamp.  If you're not careful, you'll loose it!  As soon as I saw it, I thought of cross stitch and I have been waiting to try out my idea for about a week now.  I love the result!

It really comes together more quickly than you might think.  I love the look with a mix of colors and on the bunny.  It gives the bunny a home made vintage toy look.

On this card I just used one ink color and I love the way that looks too!  I used my PTI felt for the first time on this card.  {Thanks, Audrey!}

Thanks for coming by today!

Bundle of Joy
Cardstock: PTI White, Soft Stone, Sweet Blush
Stamps: PTI Bitty Baby Blessings (sentiment and bunny), Banner Builder (stitches)
Ink: Memento
Other: MS Glitter, Pink Twill, Fiskars Scallop Circle Punch, PTI Sweet Blush Buttons, Copic (R20)

Friends Forever
Cardstock/Paper: PTI Kraft, Hawaiian Shores, Bitty Dot Basics, Clear Cardstock
Stamps: PTI Polka Dot Basics, Banner Builder (stitches), Spiral Bouquet (sentiment)
Ink: Color Box Fresh Snow
Other: Fiskars Upper Crest Border Punch and Oval Punch, MS Butterfly Punch, PTI Hawaiian Shores Felt, Satin Ribbon, Button, Dome Sticker, Staple, Silhouette Die Cut Shape



A Few More DIY Decorations

Flea Market Style

I love these Christmas ornaments.  Just some paper and glitter and you have a beautiful, old fashioned decoration. 

Elle's Studio

Such a great way to display all of the holiday cards we receive during the season.

Have a great weekend!

Homemade Holiday Sweets

Peppermint Fudge Cupcake Jars

I was thinking of making these as gifts for co workers this year. 

They look fun to make and delicious!

Paper & Cookies

Valerie combines her two loves, stamping and baking, to create really unique treats.  I love this idea, especially the cookie garlands!

Not Martha

Aren't these mini gingerbread houses awesome? 

They look so cool on the side of a mug of hot cocoa!

Festive Birthday Wishes

I finally had time to make and photograph a card!  I also did a little Christmas shopping with my mom and dad. I got a package in the mail to my nephews and wrapped some presents for Ryan.  We still don't have our tree yet.  We only have about 2 more weeks!! 

Cardstock/Paper: PTI Lemon Tart, White, Bitty Box Basics, Bitty Dot Basics, Polka Dot Parade
Stamps: PTI Banner Builder, Up Up and Away
Ink: Memento Black
Other: Glossy Accents, MS Glitter

Victorian Christmas

 We spent a beautiful {cold} weekend in Cape May.  I love all of the Victorian homes, especially when they are decorated for the holidays. 

 We did a little shopping.  I found the perfect gift for my sister-in-law at the Whale's Tale.  We had lunch at Bella Vida again this time.  It was just as good as I'd remembered!

Hopefully I'll be back with a project soon! 

Have a great day.