Stampin’ Up! Pretty Pillow Box Dies Sneak Peek Treat Boxes with Video Tutorial

Good morning and happy Friday!  I hope your week has gone well!  Ours has been pretty ops-normal.  Same stuff, different day!  Tonight, though, we’ve got company coming – 5 1/2 folks will be coming and we’re going to be making sourdough pizzas!  Should be fun! 😉

If you were able to join me yesterday for my YouTube live – I appreciate you spending part of your day with me.  If not, but you’d like to watch the replay – here’s the link!

What I wanted to do with this video was show you how to put together treat boxes with the new Pretty Pillow Box Dies – which will be available for you to purchase in the Jul – Dec 2021 Mini Catalog which goes live in….just 11 days!  Whoo-hoo!

I used two different DSPs and stamp bundles from the new catalog (so…also available to you on 3 Aug) – to make a Fall-flavored box (think Thanksgiving dinner favors) with the Gorgeous Leaves Bundle and some Harvest Meadow DSP – and a Christmas-themed box – think stocking stuffer – using some Gingerbread & Peppermints DSP and the Frosted Gingerbread Bundle.  Take a look-see:

So – the first step is…you know…MAKE the treat box! 😉

I used the large die in the Pretty Pillow Box Die set to cut the treat box from the Designer Series Paper.  Tip: even though the die cuts very well – run it a few times thru your cutting machine to get more “defined” score lines for folding! 🙂

For the Gingerbread & Peppermints box, I ran it back thru the Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine again with the small detail die in place at the top of the box.

I folded at each score line – burnishing the “straight” folds with my Bone Folder and the curved folds with my fingers.

I used a Bone Folder to lightly curl the top of each box – that made it easier when it came time to close the box.

For the Gingerbread & Peppermints box, I cut a second die from Real Red, cut off just the top and used Liquid Glue to adhere it behind the lid of the full box – to accent the detail I’d cut earlier!

I assembled the boxes using Stampin’ Seal + on the end flaps and folding them together to secure the ends.

To decorate the boxes – I used the Gingerbread dies to cut a solid ornament from new Kraft 6″ x 6″ Paper and the matching detailed die to cut a Basic White shape.  Then I adhered them together with Liquid Glue.

I used the end of my craft tweezers to punch a small hole in the top of the ornament and threaded some white Baker’s Twine from the Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack thru the hole.

I used the twine to close the box, wrapping it around twice and finishing with a little bow!

The Harvest Meadow box is decorated with a “spray” of leaves from the new Gorgeous Leaves stamp set – I stamped two leaves – one in Bumble Bee and one in Calypso Coral.  Then I cut them with the matching dies in the bundled Intricate Leaves Die set.  I also cut a smaller detailed leaf from the amazing new Cork Specialty Paper.

I adhered the leaves together with Liquid Glue, then used Very Vanilla twine from the Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack to tie a loop around the stems.

I wrapped a length of Fine Art 3/8″ Ribbon around the Harvest Meadow box, ran it thru the loop I’d made in the baker’s twine and then tied a small bow to close the box.

Et Voila! That was all it took to create an adorable little treat box!  As we discussed on the video – these treat boxes from the Pretty Pillow Box Die Set will fit an individually wrapped cookie – maybe some small candies – or…folded up cashola!  They’d made great stocking stuffers, party favors, or table settings – there are dies in the set to create labels!  Consider all our pretty Designer Paper – or stamped cardstock for the boxes and then…think Christmas, baby showers, weddings, Thanksgiving, graduation, anniversaries, birthdays….the possibilities are endless!

l hope you like!

If you’d like to make these little projects – once the dies are available on 3 Aug – all the card cut measurements and products used are listed down below!

TTFN

M

 

 

 

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HOST CODE FOR 15 JUL – 31 JUL: WTVT7VCA

Use this host code when you order $50 or greater and receive a free gift (AND the Monthly Card Tutorial) from me!  If your order is over $150, please do not use this code, but you’ll still get the free gift.  The free gift is your choice of any item valued up to $10.00 in any active Catalog!  That includes some of the Host Exclusive stamp sets!  See my Customer Rewards page for full details.

Note: Make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me and you’ll get my rewards!

You’ll also be getting a link to my ZOOM The Craftroom (an exclusive TWICE-A-WEEK online event for my customers) and the monthly Online Tutorial.The July Tutorial features the Sweet as a Peach Bundle!  

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July – December 2021 Mini Catalog Shares are Open!

A catalog share gives you a chance to try a sample of all the new papers in the catalog – and then you can see what you love and go back and purchase full packs of those goodies!  Kind of like…a cruise ship buffet!

For this catalog, I’m offering a New Designer Series Paper Share and you can DOUBLE it up if you like! 🙂

So – you can try a little bit of the beautiful new Designer Series Papers and specialty papers!  I’ll place our Shares order first jump out of the box on 3 Aug 21 and use expedited shipping so I get it back fast!  Then I’ll get it all cut up, packaged and out the door quick as I can – as early in the week of the 10th as I can manage!

Shares are open to anyone – including demonstrators, so…check it out!

Stamps-N-Lingers Designer Series Paper Share – $34 – Plus $7.50 for Priority Shipping w/ Tracking

You’ll get 83 – 6″ x 6″ sheets of beautiful new Designer Series Papers and some fun Specialty Papers, too!  To buy one of each of these packs of papers would cost you over $190 – plus shipping!

• Gingerbread & Peppermint 6″ x 6″ DSP – 12 sheets
• Painted Christmas DSP – 6 sheets
• Whimsy & Wonder DSP – 6 sheets
• Sweet Stockings DSP – 6 sheets
• Peaceful Place Specialty DSP – 6 Sheets
• Blackberry Beauty Specialty DSP – 6 sheets
• Cute Halloween 6″ x 6″ DSP – 8 sheets
• Harvest Meadow DSP – 6 sheets
• Heartwarming Hugs DSP – 6 sheets
• Black Glitter Paper – 1 sheet
• Cork Specialty Paper – 2 sheets
• Red Velvet – 1 sheet
• Gold Shimmer Vellum – 2 sheets
• Snowy White Velvet – 1 sheet
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock – 3 sheets (1 each of three colors)
• Red & Green Foil Sheets – 2 sheets (1 of each color)
• Jolly Felt – 4 sheets (1 each of four colors)
• Silver Foil – 3 Sheets (1 each of three finishes)
• Kraft 6″ x 6″ Paper –2 sheets

Want Double the Fun?  Then a DOUBLE Share is the way to go!  – $68- Plus $8.00 for Priority Shipping w/ Tracking

With a Double Share –  you’ll get 166 sheets of DSP and specialty paper! 🙂  I’ll cut the paper sheets into 6×12 so that you’ll be able to get 3 full A2 size card fronts from each sheet (except for the 6″ x 6″ DSPs – you’ll get double sheets of those.  These are the Cute Halloween, Gingerbread & Peppermint, and Kraft Papers)

PLUS!  Get a FREE Gift From Me! – When you order one of my shares, you’ll get a sampling of fun papers from the 2021 Sale-A-Bration catalog!

• I’ll submit the order on 3 Aug 21 when the Catalog goes Live.  I’ll expedite the order so I can get them back and cut and packaged and back out the door to you just as quick as I can!!
• You’ll receive a PayPal Invoice around 27 July or when I get your order if you place it after the 27th.   I’ll need payment before I submit the shares, please and thank you! 🙂
• Anyone is welcome to join in my share (please note, I can only ship to addresses within the US or Military APOs).

Deadline to sign up for the shares is Sunday, 1 Aug 21 at 8pm EST!!

Head over to my Share Page to get signed up using the handy form!

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SAVE 15% ON DESIGNER SERIES PAPER 1 JULY – 2 AUGUST 2021!

Nearly all the DSP in the 2021 – 2022 Annual Catalog will net you a 15% discount  – which means that July is a GREAT time to stock up and save on some of Stampin’ Up!’s most popular paper designs!

HERE’S THE DEETS

• Sales Period: July 1 – August 2
• All order types qualify for this promotion.
• There is no limit to how many packages of Designer Series Paper may be purchased during this promotion.
• Only select Designer Series Papers are available at a 15% discount during this promotion.
• Orders must be placed—and closed—during the promotion period for the 15% discount to apply.
• Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit or with Stampin’ Rewards qualify for the 15% discount.
• Order Deadline: August 2, 2021 at 11:59 PM (MT)

So – get on over to my Online Store right quick, y’all, and score that 15% discount!  😉

Happy shopping and saving! 🙂

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Jul – Dec 2021 Special Bundles Available Now!

You guys should have received your new Jul – Dec 2021 Mini catalogs in the mail by now – if you haven’t (and think you SHOULD have!) give me shout!  Hopefully you’ve had a chance to take a gander thru it (it’s pretty amazing, isn’t it??) – and if you have… I know you have a long list of things you really need to have!

So – to help you gather up those goodies and maybe save a little green, I’ve gathered up some goodies from the new Suites (and beyond!) that coordinate with each other and will get you well on the way to making great cards and projects!  When you order them, you’ll save around 10-15% off ordering everything yourself!  And every Special Bundle includes a FREE GIFT! 🙂

AND – since it’ll be Sale-A-Bration EVERY bundle will get a couple of Sale-A-Bration Rewards.  The more bundles you order – the more rewards you’ll earn.  Heck – choose a couple three – and get the retail cost over $300 (not YOUR cost – the RETAIL cost!) – and you’ll receive the very cool In Your Words stamp set FREE!  This all-sentiment stamp set was developed using input from SU Demonstrators – which means…it’s got a TON of amazing sentiments for you to use in your projects! 🙂

Here are the bundles I’ve put together for you!

Bundle #1: It’s Only Natural – $193

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $241 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live.  By itself, this bundle will earn you FOUR $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level OR 2 $50-Level and 1 $100-Level Sale-A-Bration Products!

Check it out!

• Nature’s Harvest Bundle                                   $53.00
• Peaceful Cabin Bundle                                       $54.00
• Reflected in Nature Stamp Set                          $20.00
• Welcoming Woods Stamp Set                           $21.00
• Harvest Meadow DSP                                         $11.50
• Peaceful Place Specialty DSP                            $15.00
• Timeworn 3D Embossing Folder                        $10.00
• Brushed Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots           $9.00
• 3/8″ Diamond Weave Ribbon                              $10.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The It’s Only Natural Bundle, you’ll get a package of the amazing new Cork 12″ x 12″ Specialty Paper!

Bundle #2:  The Reason for the Season Bundle – $193 

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $241 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you FOUR $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level OR 2 $50-Level and 1 $100-Level Sale-A-Bration Products!

Check it out!

• Great Tidings Bundle                             $43.00
• Stars Are Shining Bundle                       $30.50
• Merry Snowflakes Bundles                    $54.00
• For Unto Us Stamp Set                           $21.00
• Angels of Peace Stamp Set                    $21.00
• Merry Melody 3D Embossing Folder     $10.00
• Silver Foil Specialty Pack                        $10.00
• White 3/8″ Glittered Organdy Ribbon    $8.50
• Snowy White Velvet Sheets                     $5.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The Reason for the Season Bundle, you’ll get a FREE roll of Gold 3/8″ Shimmer Ribbon!

Bundle #3:  Boughs, Cones & Trees, Oh My Bundle – $245

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $309 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you FIVE $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level and 2 $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level and 1 $50-Level Sale-A-Bration Products!

Check it out!

• Christmas to Remember Bundle                         $60.25
• Christmas Season Bundle                                    $54.00
• Words of Cheer Bundle                                        $46.75
• Whimsical Trees Bundle                                       $51.25
• Painted Christmas DSP                                         $11.50
• Whimsy & Wonder Specialty DSP                        $15.00
• Wonderful Snowflakes                                           $6.00
• Blushing Bride 3/8″ Frayed Grosgrain Ribbon    $8.00
• Gold Holly Leaves                                                   $7.50

BONUS:  When you purchase The Boughs, Cones and Tree, Oh My Bundle, you’ll get a FREE roll of Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/2″ Metallic Ribbon

Bundle #4:  We Love Fall Bundle – $189

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $237 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you FOUR $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level OR 2 $50-Level and 1 $100-Level Sale-A-Bration Products!

Check it out!

• Pretty Pumpkins Bundle                      $45.75
• Gorgeous Leaves Bundle                     $44.00
• Beauty of Tomorrow Bundle                $50.25
• Blackberry Beauty Specialty DSP       $15.00
• Timber 3D Embossing Folder              $10.00
• Gold Shimmer Vellum                           $5.00
• Blackberry Beauty Ephemera Pack     $6.00
• Brushed Metallic Cardstock                $15.00
• Gold 3/8″ Shimmer Ribbon                  $8.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The We Love Fall Bundle, you’ll get a FREE pack of Matte Decorative Dots!

Bundle #5:  Not So Spooky Bundle – $161

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $201 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you THREE $50-Level Sale-A-Bration Products OR ONE $100-Level and ONE $50-Level Sale-A-Brations Products.

Check it out!

• Cutest Halloween Bundle                            $31.50
• Frightfully Cute Bundle                                $41.25
• Clever Cats Stamp Set                                $17.00
• Cute Halloween 6″ x 6″ DSP                       $11.50
• Black 12″ x 12″ Glitter Paper                       $6.00
• Black & White 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon           $7.00
• Tombstone Treat Boxes                               $10.00
• Flirty Flamingo Stampin Blends Combo      $9.00
• Pumpkin Pie Stampin Blends Combo          $9.00
• Old Olive Stampin Blends Combo                $9.00
• Highland Heather Stampin Blends Combo  $9.00
• Basic Black Stampin Blends Combo             $9.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The Not So Spooky Bundle, you’ll get a FREE Pack of Cute Stars Adhesive-Backed Sequins!

Bundle #6:  All About the Fauna Bundle – $181

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $226 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you THREE $50-Level Sale-A-Bration Products OR ONE $100-Level and ONE $50-Level Sale-A-Brations Products.

Check it out!

• Sweet Little Stockings Bundle                    $47.50
• Peaceful Deer Bundle                                  $36.00
• Penguin Place Bundle                                   $31.50
• Arctic Bears Bundle                                      $47.50
• Sweet Stockings DSP                                    $11.50
• Jolly Felt                                                          $9.00
• Pool Party 3/8″ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon   $7.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The All About the Fauna Bundle, you’ll get a FREE pack of Brushed Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots!

Bundle #7:  The Across the Seasons Bundle – $194

If you bought all these products separately you’d spend about $244 when you factor in shipping and tax – depending on how much Uncle Sam takes where you live. By itself, this bundle will earn you FOUR $50-Level OR 2 $100-Level OR 2 $50-Level and 1 $100-Level Sale-A-Bration Products!

Check it out!

• Sparkle of the Season Bundle                  $45.75
• Time of Giving Bundle                               $45.75
• Festive & Bright Bundle                             $46.75
• Little Delights Stamp Set                          $16.00
• Thinking Thanks & Peace Stamp Set       $22.00
• Well Defined Stamp Set                             $21.00
• Wonderful Gems                                          $8.00

BONUS:  When you purchase The Across the Seasons Bundle, you’ll get a FREE Star Crossed Embossing Folder!

I’ve ALSO got a special extra freebie for you when you order more than one of the bundles! 😉

So – head over to my Jul – Dec 2021 Mini Catalog Special Bundles page and use the handy form at the end to get your order placed!

But – this is a LIMITED TIME OFFER – it ends on 17 Aug 2021!  So….don’t wait too long!

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Get the Stampin’ Up! Products Used in This Project: 

Card Cuts Used in This Project:

Harvest Meadow or Gingerbread & Peppermints DSP: 6″ x 6″ (to cut Pretty Pillow Box die cut)

Real Red Cardstock: 6″ x 6″ (to cut Pretty Pillow Box die cut – then cut off “top” for the Gingerbread treat box)

Cork Specialty Paper: Intricate Leaves die cut leaves

Kraft 6″ x 6″ Paper: Gingerbread die cut solid ornament

Basic White Cardstock: Gingerbread die cut detailed ornament

Very Vanilla Cardstock:  Intricate Leaves die cut stamped leaves

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