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Saturday, November 13, 2010

UPDATE:  IF YOU CAN'T LINK BELOW, I WILL BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOU IN THE DRAWING. Just leave me a comment saying you can't.  Thanks!

Welcome to Scrappin' Sista and the CookingWithCricut.com Holiday Blog Hop!

If you've come from visiting Cathie at Creative Cutter, you're in the right place! If you've just happened across my blog and would like to play along with our fun hop, you can go to CookingWithCricut.com and start at the beginning. Go HERE.

With the holidays fast approaching we are sharing some wonderful ideas and inspiration for your viewing and crafting pleasure!

Each Design Team member will be featuring an original project made especially for this hop. Make sure to check out each DT member's blog. There will be prizes along the way at our DT members' blogs, AND there will be some nice PRIZES with a few different ways to win at CookingWithCricut.com!

Day 1 Project - I created a gift card holder. 



RECIPE: I started with the core of a toilet paper roll.  I placed a strip of adhesive in one end to secure it.  Next, I measured the tube and cut my paper to match the size of the core all the way around.  I'm being general about the measurements because not every core is the same size.  You will need to measure yours and adjust accordingly.  Cover the core using Modge Podge or another similar adhesive and the paper that you cut.  I used a digi that was provided by our wonderful leader and DT Head Chef Melin for the main feature.  Isn't he adorable?  I mounted the image on a layered cardstock that is 1/4 inch larger on each side.  This was mounted with pop dots.  I love those things!  I used a small scalloped punch to make the slit for the tag that holds the gift card.  The gift card is mounted to a tag that I cut out using the Tag, Bags, and More Cartridge.  I really like this project though I would like to have had time to tweek it a bit.  I had Cricut and computer issues.
BLOG CANDY ALERT!!!
I'm offering the Gingerbread 2010 cutting file or digital stamp to one of my hoppers.  All you need to do is place ONE link to your blog in the Mr. Linky below.  It's real easy.  If you have problems, email me your blog addy plus your email address at christel(at)majesticdesigns(dot)net and I will put the link on for you.  I will use the Random Generator to select one winner on Wednesday, November 17.

Now it's your turn! Let’s see your wonderful holiday projects. Be sure to try and include a Cricut or other die cut machine on your project and link it up at CookingWithCricut.com.

Next stop...Kristal's blog (Yep there's two of us.), Getting Cricky with K Andrews.  Go see what she has in store for you today... And when you're done, make sure to head back to CookingWithCricut.com and get entered to win!

Happy Holiday Hopping!
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Here is the order of the list in case you get lost:
1.CookingWithCricut.com – http://www.cookingwithcricut.com/

2.Abby – http://www.scrapbookaholicbyabby.com/
3.Gaby – http://www.gabycreates.com/
4.Adrea – http://www.adreatravis2008.blogspot.com/
5.Cathie – http://www.creativecutter.org/
6.Christel – http://www.onescrappinsista.blogspot.com/
7.Kristal – http://www.kandrewdesigns.blogspot.com/
8.Madison – http://www.funkycards.blogspot.com/
9.Kassidy – http://www.inkingitupcrazy.blogspot.com/
10.Jenna – http://jennasfavoritethings.blogspot.com/
11.Valine – http://www.maddstercreations.blogspot.com/
12.Dalis – http://www.stampergirl.com/
13.Brandilynn – http://www.createdbybrandilynn.blogspot.com/
14.Becky - http://www.bouncyflouncyfunfunfun.blogspot.com/
15.Michelle - http://www.mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com/
16.Melinda – http://www.scrapbookeden.blogspot.com/
17.Back to CWC





72 comments:

Melinda Beltran said...

Beautiful job Christel! I am so going to have to scraplift this from you!!! I need to get cracking and make some! Thank you for sharing your creativity and talent! Can't wait to see tomorrow's treasure next!!!! Melin...CookingWithCricut.com

Amanda said...

I love your gift card holder ,and the uppy image is adorable.. Thanks for the chance to win..

Amanda:0)
amandas crafts and more at hotmail dot com

Lisa said...

I love the little tags, they are one of my favs to make! Super cute!

BrandiLynn said...

Cute way to livin up that gift card TFS!!!!

Ms. Jen said...

How clever using a toilet paper roll! Great idea. I love to give gift cards.

Darlene said...

What a cute puppy!

Glenda said...

Very cute gift card holder! The link will not allow me to post any information!
Glenda's Cards
http://glendascards.blogspot.com/

Thanks!!

Parplusone said...

A great blog train I love your tags
EllenM
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ScrapsationalHybrid

Unknown said...

Very cute project!!! thanks for sharing!!!

Abby said...

I LOVE that tag!!!! What an awesome idea to give a gift card!!! TFS

your fellow DT member

Abby

Scrappy Jackie said...

Very cute gift card holder... I need to start crafting for Christmas! Thank you for sharing and being part of this hop!

Savahanna said...

What a great idea. I never thought about using a toilet paper roll for a gift card holder. Thank you for sharing.

Sharon said...

Thanks for the joining the blog hop. Just became a follower of your blog.

Sharon

scrappygal said...

Cute gift card holder! thanks for sharing!

Jenni said...

I love your tag! It is just so precious!

TR said...

I'll be giving away several gift cards this year and I LOVE THIS IDEA!

Thank you for sharing your creativity!

TR

Unknown said...

love the tag. so cool.

Mrs.Debbie said...

Super cute! Thanks for sharing your amazing talent!
Hugs Debbie

Tonia said...

awesome job! I love GC holders!

Anonymous said...

The tags are so cute and so creative. I have not used my Tags, Bags, Boxes and More cartridge yet but I will use it for presents now.

kandilin said...

great tag idea .. thanks

spelsue said...

great use of a toilet roll! everybody loves a gift card holder.

GabyCreates.com said...

Super great and creative idea...toilet paper roll? lol Great job and thanks for sharing, I might be scraplifting
Gaby-CWCDT

Renae said...

Great tag idea and recyling too! Sorry I can't link to your blog since I don't have a blog.

Lisa Champney-Published paper crafter said...

Who doesn't love a sweet puppy Holiday tag! Great idea.

lilred said...

love your gift card project. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your day

stefeni said...

Cute gift card holder!

Jnett's Place said...

Love the gift card tag. Also linked to the post.

shelly said...

I want to tell you that I love the stories about your dad! You must be so proud!! My dad was a Marine in WWII. I am proud that he served our great country! I have to ask you if you share the secret ingredient to the potato salad? I would love to try it.
I tried, but I don't know how to link.
I am following you now though!!!
simplyshelly@comcast.net

shelly said...

You are a girl after my own heart! I love that you found a use for the toliet paper roll!! LOL I know I will be keeping mine to try the same idea. Thanks!!
sorry. I don't know how to link.
simplyshelly@comcast.net

simplybren said...

I tried to link and was told not without your permission....sniff sniff.
This is the cutest idea. I am a huge fan of any project that "upcycles" Thank you for sharing.
simplybren at hotmail dot com

Wendy said...

Good idea to repurpose those toilet paper cores! Very cute tags.

Jenna said...

I may have to use this for christmas this year... ;) Beautiful project!

cdm317 said...

Hey Christel,
The tag gift card holder is awesome! I really love it!!!!!

SlomoMom said...

Such a cute idea! Very original and creative! Love that. Can't do a link as I don't have a bog! Thanks for sharing your idea. 2 cute!

slomomomcbl@gmail.com

Melissa said...

What a great idea for gift card giving! Love it!

Melissa
www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

scrapstampcrazy said...

Adorable puppy. Cute tag/card holder

Monica said...

Now that is what I am talking about!!! MOVIE GIFT CARD!!! I love me some movies.

I love what you did. Great job.


monica.lowrance@gmail.com
http://happyscrappn2.blogspot.com/

Heidi said...

Very nice gift card holder! A holiday must anymore for those hard to buy for people! Great idea and thanks for sharing!

Heather said...

What a clever idea for reusing toilet paper tubes. I am so going to scraplift this idea. TFS
http://handmadebyhh.blogspot.com

Anna said...

Love this!!! So creative!!! I am now a follower and I link my little blog WOOHOO LOL
Thanks for the chance to win.
annadowdy at gmail dot com

My Serendipity said...

Very, very cute! love the gift card!

Anonymous said...

Your tags are really cute ! I also love your reminder on your blog to count our blessings. Sometimes we need to remind ourselves of all that we are fortunate enough to have that is good and that it was all provided for us by the Lord .

Toni Stacey Simpson said...

Great idea! I love your gift card holder. Thanks for the chance to win!

lesliesews said...

What a great idea and it won't get lost this way. I do not have a blog, so I am leaving a comment.

momof5 said...

I do not have a blog yet, so I am leaving a comment. What a great idea to make a gift card holder.

cal8007 said...

Neat idea with the toilet paper thingy LOL. We don't give gifts, just cash or gift cards, very neat idea!! Thanks for sharing! I don't have a blog, so I can't link :(

Carmen
cal8007 at aol dot com

Unknown said...

Yes!!! Terrific idea. Cute puppy too!

karensk said...

Sorry I have no blog to link . I like your gift card holder
Thanks
karenk3at ameritech dot net

Becky Moore said...

I love your card holder and that adorable puppy! Gotta get busy on some projects..
http://lovealwayschar.blogspot.com/

JustYolie said...

Great gift tags!

Susan said...

Enjoying my first blog hop! Like your puppy in a present :)

Norma said...

Super cute and what a great idea for a gift card:)

dj29464 said...

I love your tags - you make them look so easy and fun to do. Thanks for sharing.

dj29464 said...

Also - thanks for participating in this Holiday Blog - I love all the ideas.

Colleen

Michelle said...

I love the your idea of how to make a gift tag holder! TFS: ) I do not have a blog so I am just leaving a comment!

Michelle
mmmfamily@comcast.net

Charlotte said...

Such a cute idea for a gift card.

Cherbear said...

What a clever idea!

Anonymous said...

Great idea for giving a gift card... Love it.

Unknown said...

Love the gift card holder and you bow is ultra cute on day 2 tag! Can't figure out how to Mr linky...I am puffinliz@yahoo.com and my blog is linked to the comment header

Rhonda said...

Love that idea! Your holders are very cute!

Amy said...

Nice ideas, thanks for sharing.

Tanya said...

Great gift card holder!!


Tanya
phenis2031 at yahoo dot com

Emily C said...

I have this same paper in my stash and I have been working on using my stash up. I will be adding this to my ideas. Mr Linky is MIA so I will link my blog here in the comments.

Emily C
The Wonderful Insanity Called Life

kramer_buffy said...

toilet paper roll, seriously?!?!?!?! cool!

-- dalis

4kids4 said...

Toilet paper roll....very clever!! Love your gift card holder...that puppy is the cutest!! My kids would love to find him under our tree!!

Couldn't find Mr. Linky, but here's my blog addy: http://inthebigbluehouse.blogspot.com

~Sharon C.

pennykitz said...

Beautiful cards, I have tried to link but I don't know how to. I will follow your blog tho, and can't wait to see more of your work.
pennykitz@charter.net

SLuder said...

Love the gift card holder. It looks great!

E. Marie said...

I sent you an e-mail yesterday because I couldn't post but will try again today. Love your projects. Check me out at www.craftemarie.blogspot.com

Lisa J said...

Who knew that toilet paper rolls had so many uses!! Great idea!

tfs

tjsgal at gmail dot com

Vicki and Don said...

What a cute gift card holder! Love it! TFS!

pebblesjns said...

Love your tags! I wasn't able to link up my blog either!

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