Lollipop Balloons

Turn a lollipop into a balloon...quick and easy!!

Stamps used:  Girl stamp is from "Aloha" (CL-17), Flower stamp is form "Never Forget (MC-59) and "Happy Birthday" stamp is a mini stamp #6045.  Start with a 3" x 8-3/8" piece of card stock.  Score at 3", 6" and 8".  Insert the first fold into a hole puncher and punch out a small opening to insert lollipop stick. 

Add double stick tape to the tab, a shown below:

Insert the lollipop stick and tape it down to the backside:

Fold into a triangular-shaped stand and secure with the double stick tape.  Tie a cord onto the "balloon" and have stamped image "hold" the balloon.

Happy Graduation

Mixin' It Up...

...with graduation stamps from MC-20 (Graduation)

Musubi Graduation

Hey there!!  It's Friday...I'm sure you're all looking forward to a great weekend!!!  I know it's a little late for graduation cards...but this idea just popped into my mind, so I thought I'd share it before I forget it (you can always use this idea next year, right?)  It's a money card that can be used for guys...which I think is always a challenge when you're crafting!!

Click here for a really simple pattern.  Cut along the solid lines and fold along the dotted lines.  Apply double stick tape to 2 tabs. The image and saying are simply mounted on a belly band that goes around the card to keep it closed.  Since it takes about 15" to wrap around the card, you have to cut out 2 pieces of card stock to make the band.  Both are 2" wide...cut one at 7-3/4" and one at 7".  Take the longer strip and lay it across the front of the card (with approximately 3/8" on each side).  Wrap the ends around to the back of the card and apply double stick tape to each tab.  Attach the 7" piece of card stock to each tab.

 

Stamps Used:  Musubi and Musubi Saying - MC-21 (It Musubi Your Day)

Graduation cap and Graduation Saying - (MC-20 Graduation)

Reach for the Stars!!

This is a pretty busy weekend for graduations...if you don't have a card yet, here's an idea:

I used the pattern that comes in CL-10 (Flowers Cling Set) along with the Buddy stamp (MC-5 So Sweet Cling Set), Happy Graduation and graduation cap (MC-20 Graduation Cling Set) and # A157 (Reach for the Stars).

Congratulations to the class of 2012!!!

Graduation - Hawaiian Style

Graduation in Hawaii ALWAYS involves giving and receiving leis...so many leis that the recipient has a hard time seeing over all of them!! That was the idea behind the stamps in MC-21 (Celebration). I made a really quick and simple money card using Ping (MC-1 Friend to Friend) along with stamps from MC-20 (Graduation) and MC-21 (Celebration):



I used the lei stamp 2 times to create a more layered look. Here's what the inside looks like:



I rounded my corners and then realized that a small piece of the money shows through at the bottom...oh well...I still like the look of the rounded corners!! :) Click here to get a simple pattern. Cut along solid lines and fold along dotted lines...apply double stick tape to 2 tabs. Also, cut 2 pieces of card stock ( 3-1/4" x 4" each)...one for the card front (left, below) and one for the card back (right, below):



Flip the pocket piece over and tape two 6" pieces of ribbon, as shown below:



Then simply glue the front and back pieces in place. Once you get going, you can whip out a whole batch of these in no time!!!

A Graduation Gift

There's still about 6-7 weeks before graduation season starts...but if this year is any indication, those weeks will fly by in no time!!! I guess the gift of money never goes out of style, so I decided to make a money box (pattern and instructions included in CL-9 Hello Cling Set) along with some of our new graduation stamps from MC-20 (Graduation):



Flip the cover down to reveal Henry, the graduate and your gift of money!!!

New Stamps!!

Hi there!!! Sorry for the long absence...usually when I disappear for a stretch, that means that new stamps are in the works and this time is no exception. Here are the latest additions to our Dandelion gang:



Pull the cord and the boy's day carp are raised:



The pattern and instructions to make this card are included in our new Boy's Day cling set (CL-12 Boy's Day):



Also new are graduation stamps...yes, that time is coming up fast!! Here's a traditional set (MC-20 Graduation):



...and here's one with a local flair (MC-21 Celebration):



Both of these sets are designed to be used with our cling stamp characters...I'll be back soon to show you samples of how these stamps can be used. Before I go...I've been meaning to share some cards that are sure to give you inspiration!! First up is a card from Shannon...she claims to be a beginner, but it sure doesn't look like it...here is her adorable card:



So cuuuute!!! Also wanted to share a couple of other cards using Dandelion stamps...click here to see some amazing Easter creations by Patti...scroll through her blog a bit because she's been a busy crafting lady!!! And click here to see what Cheryl (Life is Sweet) has been up to...you'll laugh when you see this one. Scroll down her blog too...she has a lot of cute projects!! ok...hope that helps to get some of your creative juices flowing...have a fun weekend!!!

Clear Pockets

My how time flies!!! I can't believe the school year is over and summer is already on its way!!! Speaking of summer, I have a couple of ideas today for the June holidays...the first one is for the graduate:



Just a simple gift card holder...untie the ribbon and the card opens up to reveal a gift card in a clear pocket:



With a couple of minor adjustments...here's a little treat holder for Father's Day:



Here's the inside (using the "fun size" candy bars):



To get the patterns for both of these projects, click here. Cut along the solid lines and fold along the dotted lines. Use double stick tape to adhere a piece of acetate to the back of the pocket piece:



For the gift card holder: Cut card stock to 4" x 5"...score at 2-1/2".

For candy holder: Cut card stock to 4" x 4-3/8"...score at 2" and 2-3/8".

Attach the pocket to the bottom, inside edge of the card...and you're done!! Thanks for stopping by today!!

Easy as 1,2,3

I was passing through a gift shop yesterday, and saw a packet of cleverly wrapped bath salts. I got home and adapted the idea for a favor...click here to get a pattern.



It's perfect for a "flat" favor (like the Ghirardelli chocolate I used below, or maybe some tea bags)...or a small gift. Cut out the pattern and fold along the dotted lines. Place your item into the cut-out piece, as shown below:



Then with just a few folds...One:



Two:



Three:



Flip over, fold and tuck flap into slot:



I cut out contrasting papers to fit the different flaps, and glued them on to decorate (I used a Martha Stewart border punch that I got from J's Knicknacks...it adds just the right touch!!):



Here's an idea for graduation:



Before I go, here's an adorable Mother's Day card I received from Diane:



It's a four panel, pocketed card with a different tag in each pocket!!! Those of you who make cards know how much work and care went into making this!!! Thanks, Diane!!!!

Hope you all have a great evening!!!

Flower Soft Leis

Happy Aloha Friday!!! I stopped by the Market City Ben Franklin the other day and Jenny introduced me to Flower Soft. I've seen it used before on other blogs, but this was the first time I came face to face with the product...and, what fun!!! There's a special glue (with a super fine tip to fit the smallest spaces)...all you have to do is squeeze the glue wherever you want to decorate, then sprinkle on the Flower Soft. Easy!!! They had some samples using the mixed colored Flower Soft for leis...perfect for graduation!!! I tried applying the glue to a piece of thread, to give it a more 3-D appearance:



Use stamps #1403 (Graduation Cap) and #1404 (Mini Graduation Cap) to turn any everyday stamp into a graduation stamp. Here's a close-up of #C117 (Elliot):



Oh yeah...this card is actually a money card...also very easy!! Start with a 3-1/2" x 7" piece of card stock for the base card...score at 3-1/2" and fold the card in half. Cut 2 pieces of 7" ribbon and tape to card as shown below:



Cut another coordinating piece of card stock to 3-1/4" x 7-1/2". Score at 3-3/4" to form centerfold...also score 1/4" away from the bottom and 2 sides. Fold along the scored lines and cut away the bottom corners, as shown below:



Apply double stick tape to the 3 tabs and attach to the card, as shown:



Here are a few more "graduates" (I'll use them in future projects):





I used a 1/16" hole punch at the places where I wanted the lei to "end". Thread the ends of the lei through these holes and tape down in the back. The Flower Soft actually covers up the punched holes.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend!!!

Candy Bar Card

Yesterday I promised I would turn my card idea into a favor...and with a few tweaks, this is what I came up with:



Pull the ribbons apart to reveal a candy bar and message:



Click here to get a simple template. You can start with your favorite Hershey-sized candy bar. I folded and taped the 2 end flaps of the candy bar upwards (to keep it out of the way of the sliding parts):



Below is a picture of the 3 pieces...the main piece and 2 sliding pieces. Cut along the solid lines and fold along the dotted lines. Apply double stick tape to the 2 ends of the main piece...and to one edge of each of the sliding pieces:



Insert your candy bar into the main piece and tape down one side as shown:



Tape down the 2 sliding pieces, as shown above.



Slide the 2 blue pieces over the candy bar, and push all the way to the left.



Remove the double stick tape and adhere the right flap to the candy bar.



Move the 2 sliding pieces to the center of the bar and decorate. Pretty simple!! While I was at it, I made one for graduation:





It was so warm today, I had to keep sticking my chocolate back into the refrigerator because it kept melting...is summer already on its way?