Covered Notepad

Hi Everyone! Today, I have for you a covered notepad. You won't believe how easy they are to make (I have a video to show you!). The best thing is that you can decorate the cover any colour/style you want. Here are just 3 samples. As you can see, I changed the cover style of each one.

Pacific Point, Pear Pizzazz, and Daffodil Delight

This is the one I make in the video.

Daffodil Delight Notepad Supplies:

Notepad that measure 4" x 5.5" (they come in a pack of 4 at the dollar store)

Daffodil Delight cardstock: 4" x 7 7/8" score @ 5 5/8" and 5 7/8"

DSP: 3 3/4" x 5 3/8"

Daffodil Delight cardstock: 2 1/2" x 3 1/4"

Whisper White cardstock: 2 1/4" x 3

Scrap Daffodil Delight cardstock: punch with large scallop oval punch

Scrap Whisper White cardstock: stamp with greeting/sentiment, punch with large oval punch

Ribbon: about 20"

Accessories: glue dots for the buttons, dimensionals, sticky strip or liquid glue to adhere to the notepad

Check out the video 

Thanks for stopping by, if you have any questions let me know!

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! Canada products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! Canada and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. James 1:4

Altered Notebook

Hi Everyone! Hard to believe that Thanksgiving is over (here in Canada). We had a great time, enjoying the wonderful Fall colours. They are so beautiful this time of year. - I just have to tell you something (totally off topic) that birds are finally enjoying my birdbath! I am so HAPPY!

Anyway, you are not here for me to tell you about my Thanksgiving or my birdbath, you want to know what I have for you today!~

We have all seen them and think they are the cutest, prettiest book around. That's right I am talking about altered notebooks. (They really do need to be altered, they are so boring and drab if you don't.)

I made this one for my daughter. She goes to a girls group and they memorize scripture each week. I thought this would be a great way for her to learn them and also keep them. It is working so far and she just loves it. Win win! The colours are: Melon Mambo and Old Olive.

Thanks for stopping by! If you need to reach me stampingwithmarsha@gmail.com

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! Canada products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

“May God be gracious to us and bless us; look on us with favour” Ps 67:1

Gift Card Holders

Hi Everyone! Today, I have something a little different for you. A Gift Card Holder. It's my nephews Birthday later this week, and he is getting to that age where you have no idea what to get him, so this is the perfect solution.

I have made several different ones over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. I can't take credit for it, I found it here. You can make 3 out of one sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock! And it literally takes only about 10 minutes to make.

 

As you can see, I have made them for all different occasions. Plus you can reuse them too!

 

Thanks for stopping by! If you have any questions please send me a message at stampingwithmarsha@gmail.com

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

 If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! Canada products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

 

Praise the Lord! Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever! Psalm 106:1

Birthday Bookmark!

Hi Everyone! Today, I have for you something really cool! Okay, I think it's cool! A card that has a detachable bookmark! Cool or what? A card with double purpose! Love it!

As you can see, the card is a regular size (4 1/4 x 5 1/2) when closed. Perfect for mailing!

 

The bookmark is detachable, because I used a perforated edge. The bookmark measures 2 inches. That's it with the pretty ribbon attached to the top, folded into the card.

 

Here is the card laid out flat. The inside of the card, where you would sign your name and a little message, is the other side. When laid out flat it measures 5 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches.

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Pear Pizzazz, DSP, Very Vanilla

 

Inks: Black Stazon, Pear Pizzazz, Soft Sky, Crumb Cake

 

Stamp Sets: Bloom with Hope, Perfectly Penned (retiring), Flower on the bookmark is retiring), Gorgeous Grunge

Accessories: Sponge (for around the edges), Ribbon, Hole punch of your choice

Thanks for stopping by! If you have any questions please send me a message stampingwithmarsha@gmail.com

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

Spring Flowers 5

Hi Everyone! Hard to believe the week is over! Where did the time go? That's okay, bring on the weekend! It's supposed to be beautiful. Maybe my kids will go swimming again!

Today, I have for you somewhat of a different card. I have made them before, but this one is different because it doesn't open up. You actually pull the card up...  to reveal a recipe card! Totally cool right!? I haven't had a chance to print out my recipe yet. I have had numerous people ask me for my gluten free granola bar recipe, so I thought this would be a lovely way to give it out.

 

So, once I print out the recipe I will adhere it to the Strawberry Slush card.

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

Paper: Baked Brown Sugar, Strawberry Slush, Whisper White

Inks: Night of Navy (butterflies), Pistachio Pudding, Strawberry Slush

Stamp Sets: Summer Silhouettes, Papillon Potpourri, Work of Art

Accessories: Rhinestones, Small Butterfly Punch, Scallop Edge Punch, Glue Dots, Dimensionals, Tab Punch (retired), Envelope Punch Board (to make the card)

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

"Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails" (Prov. 19:21)

Little book

Hi Everyone! Today, I have for you a cute little book. You can put photos in it - for a brag book, as a scratch pad - for notes or doodles, etc. I left it blank inside for you to decide what type of book it would be.

This is the cover with a belly band holding it closed. You could use ribbon instead, if you wanted.

 

This is it open, as you can see the pages are a zigzag fold. Once you fill these pages they can be taken out and you can replace them. The pages are not stuck to the book frame.

 

Top view. 14 pages waiting for a creative mind! The book measures 3 1/4 x 4 1/4, 3/4 of an inch thick. Perfect size for your purse! It would make lovely gift.

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Everyday DSP (retired), Very Vanilla, Real Red, Pool Party, Pumpkin Pie

 

Inks: Real Red, Old Olive

 

Stamps: Simple Stems (retired)

 

Accessories: Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Sticky Strip, Large Scallop Punch, Circle Punch, Circle Framelits, Small Butterfly Punch, Rhinestone, Dimensional

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

"And whoever compels you to go one mile, go with him two.” (Matthew 5:41, NKJV)

Envelope Photo Album

Hi everyone! Today, I have for you an envelope photo album. I made it using the Envelope Punch Board. Here are the instructions that I followed, however I changed the size and a few other things (what else is new!). Her album is 6x6 and mine is made using the measurements for a 4x4 card on the Envelope Punch Board.

 

This is what the inside looks like. Each of those pages are a pocket for you to store small things in. I used the 1 inch circle punch to help open the pockets. There are 4 pockets in total. I did not embellish the inside because I am not sure if I am going to keep it or give it away.

 

This is the top view so that you can see, it really looks like a book.

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

Paper: Whisper White, plain printer paper for the envelopes (which are covered by the DSP), Coastal Cabana, DSP

Ink: Coastal Cabana, Black Stazon

Stamp Sets: Flower Shop, Work of Art

Accessories: Envelope Punch Board, Pansy Punch, Petite Petals Punch, Itty Bitty Punch, Rhinestones, Dimensionals, Simply Scored Scoring Tool, 1 inch Circle punch

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles,
they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint (Isaiah 40:31, NKJV).

Matchbook Treat!

Hi Everyone! Today, I have a Matchbook that has a treat hidden inside! So cute! I am trying to come up with different little ideas to give to my customers, or even new people that I meet.

It took me a few tries to get the measurements just right. And, you might notice that I also tried to line up the slanted lines (that took a few tries, too!).

 

I secured the "peppermint pattie" with glue dots. I didn't want it falling out.

 

 

As you can see it isn't that bulky at all.

 

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Crumb Cake, DSP, Crisp Cantaloupe, Whisper White, Real Red

 

Ink: Baked Brown Sugar, Real Red

 

Stamps: Best of Butterflies (Limited time), Fabulous Phrases

 

Accessories: Stapler, Butterfly Punch, Itty Bitty Shapes Punch, Glue Dots, Pearls, Scallop Punch, Circle Punches

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

 

 

 

M&M boxes!

Hi Everyone! A couple of weeks ago, I got a package of "Jelly Belly" jelly beans. They were yummy! I have a sweet tooth, in case you didn't know! (Actually sweet teeth!) Anyway, they came in this really cool package. As you know, I just had to recreate it! It took some time, but I did it! This one is about half the size of the "Jelly Belly" one. I would say about the same size or a little bigger than a "Nerds" box. The original size just seemed too big for what I wanted it for. I think they turned out perfectly!

 

For this one, I wanted a really relaxed looking bow, for it to drape down the sides.

 

 

That little lip, is like a locking mechanism. It holds the lid on tight.

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Crumb Cake, Everyday DSP (retiring), Whisper White, DSP (sale-a-bration)

 

Accessories: Petite Petals Punch, Clear Acetate, Itty Bitty Punch Pack, Ribbons, Rhinestones, Glue Dots, Sticky Strip, Simply Scored Scoring Tool

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8, NKJV

Note card box

Hi Everyone! Today I have for you a note card box with note cards. I have wanted to make one for some time (what else is new!). I think they are so lovely! I finally figured out how to make it. This one holds 4x4 cards with matching envelopes. You could make it to fit regular size cards as well. I started to make one (that holds 4 1/4 x 5 1/2) , but haven't prettied it up yet.

 

 

These are the note cards that I made to go inside. I made two that say "Happy Birthday", one "Get Well", and one "Thank You". The envelopes are under the cards, I made them all white.

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Regal Rose, DSP, Whisper White, Old Olive

 

Ink: Regal Rose

 

Stamp Sets: Express Yourself (retiring), Flower Shop, Work of Art, Gorgeous Grunge

 

Accessories: Pansy Punch, Petite Petals Punch, Itty Bitty Punch Pack (retiring), Sticky Strip, Ribbon, Rhinestones, Glue Dots, Circle Framelits, Starburst Framelits

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

 If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

 

I know that all God does will last forever, there is no adding to it or taking from it. God works so that people will be in awe of Him. Ecclesiastes 3:14

Tic Tac Toe

Hi everyone! How is the day or night treating everyone? Since I was down and out last week, I have been crafting up a storm for you (okay, actually me!). So be sure to check back everyday for something new!

About a year ago, I made my daughter a travel size Tic Tac Toe. I had of course seen it on Pinterest first. I thought what a great idea! We don't travel a lot, but when we do, it is no less than a 3 hour drive. So, I thought this would be perfect!

However, finding the right container proved to be a little more challenging. Then one day, I was over at my up-line's house for a meeting, and low and behold she had just the right container. Unfortunately, Stampin' Up! doesn't sell them anymore, but I am sure if you do a search you should be able to find them.

It is so simple to make: stamp your images on Whisper White cardstock, 5 of each colour. Punch out the images using 1 1/4 Circle Punch. Then punch out 5 Melon Mambo circles using the 1 1/4 Circle Punch, then 5 of Pacific Point (or the colours that you choose). Assemble the circles together, matching the colours. You will need a hot glue gun to attach the circles to the magnets. Now all you need to do is make 4 strips for the game board. Attach them using Sticky Strip. Voila!

 

 

Isn't it cute!?  I did not decorate the outside because it would get completely ruined. We just shove it in a bag and go. However, if I were to give it as I gift, I would certainly make the outside container fancy! I should have taken a photo of it closed so you can see how thin it is. Oops!

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies:

 

Paper: Melon Mambo, Pacific Point, Whisper White, Basic Black

 

Ink: Melon Mambo, Pacific Point

 

Stamp Set: All in the Family (retired)

 

Accessories: 1 3/8 Circle Punch, 1 1/4 Circle Punch, Sticky Strip, Hot Glue Gun, Magnets, Metal Container (closes with a lid)

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

Cast your burden upon the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken. Psalm 55:22

 

 

Easter Treat

Hi everyone! I don't usually post on Sunday's, that's my family time. However I wanted to share with you the little containers that I made my kids for a little Easter treat.

I got the idea from Pootles. She has some really great ideas. Hope everyone is having a blessed Easter!

Thanks for stopping by! Don't forget FREE Shipping starts tomorrow! Plus the retirement list comes out. If you have any questions please let me know, I would love to help.

Happy Stamping!
Marsha

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

"As for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last He will take His stand on the earth." Job 19:25

Pizza Boxes!

Hi everyone! Today I have for you 2 different sizes of Pizza Boxes. One mini and one a little larger, (no, it doesn't hold a regular size pizza!) I have been wanting to make these for a long time. They are just adorable. You can put anything in them. In one, I have 3x3 note cards with envelopes and the other one I wanted something different. I haven't decided yet what that will be, but the possibilities are endless. Maybe some chocolates!

 

The last photo is of the mini Pizza Box with the 3x3 cards that I made to go inside. I didn't want the cards to say 'Happy Birthday' because the box is the gift already wrapped and the cards inside are to be given away.

 

There are lots of tutorials out there. For the larger one, I found the tutorial on Splitcoaststampers. (I know it says mini, but there is a smaller version out there). However, I can't remember where I found the mini one, probably you-tube.

 

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies: (for the larger Pizza Box)

 

Paper: Very Vanilla, Baked Brown Sugar, Everyday DSP

 

Ink: Real Red, Pool Party, Old Olive

 

Stamps: Simple Stems, Petite Petals, (leaf was from another set)

 

Accessories: Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Deco Labels Framelits, Circle Framelits, Ribbon, Dimensionals, Pearls, 1 inch Circle Punch, Petite Petals Punch 

 

 

Stampin' Up! Supplies: (for the mini Pizza Box)

 

Paper: Sahara Sand, Crisp Cantaloupe, DSP, Whisper White, Pool Party

 

Ink: Crisp Cantaloupe, Old Olive, Black Stazon

 

Stamps: Simply Sketched, Express Yourself, Summer Silhouettes

 

Accessories: Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Scallop Punch, 1 3/8 Circle Punch, 1 1/4 Circle Punch, Rhinestones, Baker's Twine, Dimensionals

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

 

"But He was pierced through for our transgressions, He was crushed for out iniquities; The chastening for our well-being fell upon Him, and by His scourging we are healed." Isaiah 53:5

 

Tea Light Box Tutorial

Hi everyone! What crazy weather we're having! Only here in Southern Ontario (Okay Canada), can you wear sandals one day and the next winter boots! I even know some people who put their air conditioner on yesterday! Now today, it's back to having the furnace going. The joys of Canada~

Where were we!? Oh yah, my Tea Light Box Tutorial! I have had numerous people ask me for directions on how to make it. I am going to try and explain it to you. Not to worry, I have lots of photos! You may just want to go get a coffee, tea, or snack before we start. Don't worry it isn't complicated at all!

Supplies you will need:
1 piece of card stock or paper of your choice measuring 5x7
Scoring tool (either one from your trimmer or Simply Scored Scoring Tool)
Paper snips or scissors
Sticky Strip
Corner Rounder
Scallop Tag Top Punch
Paper Piercing tool
Brad or Ribbon
Bone folder
Pencil
 
Let's get started!

Step 1.
Place your paper in the horizontal position on your scoring tool and score @ 1, 3, 4

Step 2.
Then in the vertical position and score @ 1/2, 1 1/2, 3 1/2, 4 1/2

Your paper should look like this (I used a black maker so you could see the score lines better)

Step 3.

Cut out all the areas that I have blacked out with the black marker. Then cut up to the first score line. It should now look like this. You now want to take your bone folder and fold up all those scored edges.

Step 4.
This next step in what Connie Stewart calls mitering. It helps the box close nicely. All you do is take little triangles off of the 4 little square tabs. See photo below.

Step 5.
This next step is just taking your corner rounder and rounding the corners of the small rectangular flap. You will see this flap when you open the box. It just looks nice with rounded corners.
 
Step 6.
Inserting the long piece on the right into your Scallop tag Top Punch.

 

 

Step 7.

Now you need to add Sticky Strip to the 4 small tabs. Hopefully you can see it in the photo.

 

 

Step 8.

Time to assemble the box. It should now look like this.

 

 

Step 9.
Now just fold the lid over to close the box. To make the last scored edge just fold it over too. I tried scoring it first but the lid didn't shut very well. I found this to be the best way.
 
Step 10.
Here is where you have a choice of either to put in a brad or to tie ribbon around your box. The choice is yours. I have found that adding the ribbon is much easier, but the brad looks really cute. Close the lid, with a pencil mark where you would like your brad to go. If you make the hole too close to the scallop then it is too hard to close. You might want to experiment on a piece of scrap paper first before you poke a hole in your box. I really hope this makes sense!

 

 



You want to have the brad stick out a little so it catches the scallop. See photo below. I put a small piece of tape behind the brad to hold it out.

 

Now the really fun part. Embellish the way you want! Here is one I made using a ribbon. I think it is just as pretty!

 

If you have any questions please feel free to send me a message. Even if you are stuck on one of the steps. I am here to help! I would love to see what you have created, please send me a photo!

 

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

If you liked any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online for Stampin’ Up! products directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would love to hear from you!

 

"O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth, who have displayed Your splendor above the heavens!" Psalm 8:1

Paper Roses

I am so excited for you to be here with me today! It's all about paper roses and what to put them on!

It all started by me wanting to learn how to make paper roses like everyone else. As it turned out, it is a lot easier than I thought! Wonderful you-tube videos out there explaining everything for you.

Then, I saw this really cute box on Pinterest. I knew they would be prefect for my paper roses. I was on a mission to make this box, however I searched high and low looking for a tutorial on how to make it. No such luck! So, I figured it out on my own! I think they are the cutest little boxes! They hold one tea light per box. I thought you could use them for 'wedding favors', a little 'Thank you' gift. You could put whatever you want inside. They are 2x2 square with a depth of 1 inch.

 

Stampin' Up! supplies:

 

Paper: Very Vanilla, Rose Red

 

Ink: Rose Red

 

Stamp Set: Tiny Tags (retired)

 

Accessories: Scallop Tag Top Punch, Brads, Circle Punch 1 3/4, Tiny Tags Punch, Sponge (for the petals), Simply Scored Scoring Tool, Corner Rounder Punch, Pansy Punch (for the rose), Hot Glue Gun

 

If you’d like any of the supplies, to shop, or to get a catalog, please feel free to contact me, and of course you can shop online with Stampin’ Up! directly through me by clicking the ‘shopping cart' button on the right. And if you’re thinking of joining Stampin’ Up! and want to join my team I’d would definitely like to hear from you!

 

Happy Stamping!

Marsha

 

"Kind words are easy to speak, but their echos are truly endless" Mother Teresa