Giant Acorn...

or cute little box?

The other day I just wanted to make something for the fun of it...now I have a tiny little gift box as a result! We had a dry sunny day, sadly so far a bit rare this spring, so I headed outside for a few bright pictures.
The papers are from a Christmas themed paper pack I picked up a few years ago from Michaels. The cardstock is from a Recollections multi-pack

The box is straight forward and easy to put together. Using patterned paper is optional, but I think lining the rounded shape with paper, even be it plain card stock, is a good idea to mimic the smoothness of the nut.

The finished size of my box is 3.5" (9cm) excluding the stem. The total length is 5" (almost 13cm)  At this size I used letter size card stock, but of course one could easily scale it up or down.

The box measures about 2.75"(7cm) in diameter across the opening

It is the perfect size for a small gift of jewelry or even just a little snack. A collection of acorns each containing a different coffee or chocolate, all piled into a bowl would make a great gift. It would also be a practical container for a hostess gift.

I used the Acorn & Pinecone box cut file from My Scrap Chick

 I will definitely have to give that pinecone a try...

Fun Gift Bag For Knitting

I'm not sure whether I get more pleasure from making gifts or from wrapping them!

After finishing the knitting - a lovely hat, the pattern for which you can find HERE

Next I stamped a piece of kraft paper, using Penny Black stamps, from the 'Nine Lives' set. This set is a favourite of mine...the heart is from another unrelated set.

Next I folded a gift bag using an empty cereal box that was a good size for the hat.

I folded it flat so that it looks like a gift bag

And in went the hat, wrapped in tissue paper

Some holes in the top of the bag allowed me to tie ribbon through and attach a gift tag to.

For the gift tag I used an image from the Penny Black set 12 Days Of Christmas. This set cracks me up! I could not find it on the Penny Black site, so I think it may be discontinued. The link is to Amazon.

Seeing as the project features knitting, I thought the 'Turtle Dove' perfect for my gift!

I sure hope my friend likes and enjoys her gift!

Gift Box... a Guy Thing

I recently made this gift box for a dear friend who was having a birthday. I had no idea what to give him...but figured chocolates seldom go to waste. But I wanted something 'nice' to put it in. I like to try and make something a man might actually like...

SVG Cuts to the rescue! YAY!

I made the little suitcase from the Summer Holiday collection, using AC cardstock and papers from Prima's 'Script' pack. The stamps are 'Come Away With Me' by Hampton Art, that co-ordinates with the Graphic 45's 'Come Away With Me Collection' (I bought the paper and stamps from Blitsy btw)

Some embossing details on the decorative panels

I should have made the handle from a double layer of cardstock, and darkened the edges...that would have been better I think.

and stuffed with chocolates. 

Yum

Over all I was pretty pleased with the result.

The SVG Collection I used - Summer Holiday 

Sheila Scarf Box

A little gift box to contain a crocheted scarf for a friend

I used the 'Summer Holiday' Kit from SVG Cuts

I stamped the chipboard before assembling the box. The trim was embossed for interest and lightly inked on the edges.

Flowers and a few sprigs finished off the top. The cut files are from Lettering Delights.

I added sequins and beads to the flower centers.

And the scarf peeping out from inside the gift box.

I used the train truck cut files from 'Summer Holiday' by  SVG Cuts

And remember the latest SVG Cuts set Spring Blossoms is still available free with purchase.

  Click HERE to learn how to get 'Spring Blossoms' free with purchase.

A Teapot of Wishes - Paper Crafting

Another birthday came around that allowed me to have fun with gift boxes. It was the perfect opportunity to make another teapot and saucer. I really do like how these turn out and had an enjoyable time constructing this matching set.

Here they are, just constructed with no added details (well the doily in the saucer is extra ;-) ) The paper collection is 'Mosaic Memories' by Recollections. The floral paper reminded me of glazed pottery work.

The  half 'pearl' on the lid handle I picked up from Michaels : 'Songs of Spring' Rhinestones. The colour was a pretty close match.

I really like the handle on the cup. Looks so dainty!

Next I added some florals to both pieces. Just enough to decorate it softly. I always want to add showers and showers of blooms, so I really need to restrain myself.

The cut flowers are from 'Cut Flower Scallops' by Sheri McCulley. I coloured them with alcohol spray inks in an attempt to match the paper colours. I was not successful, although they do blend in well. More of the half pearls and some sequins were the final touches.

Time to load the 'boxes' with herb tea samplers - provided by Compassionate Charitea

Add a few chocolates...and the gift is ready to go!

Yummy goodness inside.

Add a card

and the little gift is ready for delivery-

The teapot and teacup cut files are from SVG Cuts' 'Tea For You And Me' Collection

And the card is from the 'Happy Birthday to You' Collection

The current 'Free With Purchase' gift over at SVG Cuts is 'Feeling Lucky'    

Go here to see how you can earn the free gift

Happy Paper Crafting!

Free Kit - 'Santa's Sweets' from SVG Cuts

Run, don't walk! over to SVG Cuts. They are giving away this delightful "Santa's Sweets" cut-set. This is the perfect opportunity for you to try their files if you are still unfamiliar with their products.

I think the candy cane dispenser is a great idea. Without the holes for the canes, it will make a great decorative house. These really are not exclusively Christmas only...one needs gift boxes all year long!

Thank you Leo and Mary!

Merry Christmas all!