Serene Scenery Magnetic Board Gift Set – November Bonus Project

Hi Stampers,

This is my final November entry for Craft Project Central - the November Bonus Project.  The Bonus Project can be obtained by a) subscribing to two or more months in a row; b) adding the Craft Project Central badge to your blog; or c) referring a friend and letting CPC know when they subscribe.

Serene Scenery Magnetic Board Gift Set – November Bonus Project

by Michelle Wecksler - www.myfigments.blogspot.com 

A simple sheet of steel can easily be transformed into a beautiful two-sided magnetic board for hanging your pictures and keepsakes!  This Serene Scenery Magnetic Board Gift Set includes a two-sided magnetic board, decorative magnetic photo pockets and a coordinating gift tag. Find out how to go from hardware store to home décor in this fun tutorial!


I hope you've enjoyed these little sneak peeks at the great projects over at Craft Project Central. Don't forget to check out and join the Creating Pretty Cards monthly sketch challenge!
Happy crafting,


Pat

Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Greetings

Hi Stampers,

Check out this project over at Craft Project Central:

Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Greetings by Sue Plote - www.thispinkrooster.blogspot.com

Children love to write a letter to Santa…and to get one in return!  The Greetings from Santa Stamp Set and Detailed Santa Thinlits Dies make it easy and fun to get a letter out to Santa and to get one back…and the Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Papers and Washi Tape are just the ticket to make this project adorable…and Santa approved!

The full tutorial for this project by Sue Plote can be yours when you subscribe to the month of November at www.craftprojectcentral.com!

Happy crafting,
Pat

CPC Free Subscription Winner!

Please join me in congratulating Laura Malanowski, the winner of my blog candy giveaway! Just for leaving a comment on my November project at Craft Project Central, she wins a one-month free subscription.  Laura, thank you for your nice comments & I hope you enjoy all the great ideas at CPC!

Happy crafting,
Pat

Christmas Fireplace Box & Card Set

Hi Stampers,

Today's Craft Project Central entry is this lovely box & card set designed by Christy Fulk:

Christmas Fireplace Box & Card Set! - www.createwithchristy.blogspot.com

Need a festive, handmade Christmas Gift for someone special? Well, here it is! This card set features the Hang Your Stocking Bundle and the Warmth & Cheer Designer Series Paper Stack. The box is a warm and cozy fireplace with Christmas stockings hanging from the mantle. There are also three different, coordinating Christmas card designs. Make two of each design to fill the fireplace box. This project would also make a great Christmas card class. 

Don't you just love the warm colors in this Designer Paper?  You can get the tutorial for this project by subscribing to the month of November at www.craftprojectcentral.com.

Happy crafting,
Pat

Be Merry Banner Gift Set

Hi Stampers,

I have another great Craft Project Central project to share with you today!

Be Merry Banner Gift Set by Amanda Corbet - www.kraftingkreations.com

Love the colors in this banner!  You can get the tutorial for this lovely project designed by Amanda Corbet by subscribing to the month of November at craftprojectcentral.com.

Happy crafting,

Pat

Christmas Cookie Cutter Tags & Matching Gift Box

Hi, Stampers!

Today I'm excited to share with you the project that I designed for Craft Project Central.

Christmas Cookie Cutter Tags & Matching Gift Box!  

Here is the introduction that I wrote for my project:

Your holiday presents will stand out from the crowd with these charming tags!  You’ll have fun creating this set of 12 (three each of four different designs) gift tags and the matching lidded box.  The set is created in traditional colors for easy co-ordination and the tags are a generous 3” x 3” size for adding your personal message.  Use the tags and box separately for your gifts or give the entire set to a special friend!

As a designer, I have the awesome opportunity to give away a free one month subscription to Craft Project Central!  The winner of the subscription will be announced on my blog on Friday, November 25th and getting entered is really easy...just click THIS LINK and leave a comment where you see the sneak peek photo of my project.  Don't forget to check back on Friday to see if you're the lucky winner!  If you're not the chosen winner, don't despair!  You can still get the tutorial for my project and ten others by subscribing to Craft Project Central for the month of November!

Happy crafting,
Pat

Forget Me Not Perpetual Calendar & Cards

This would make a lovely gift sure to be appreciated by the recipient:

Forget Me Not Perpetual Calendar & Cards by Meg Holland - www.megumisstampinretreat.com

How often do you forget the important events in your life?  One solution for you is to use this lovely Perpetual Birthday + Love, Happiness and Life Calendar, using the Hello Lovely Project Life Collection by Stampin’ Up!.  Each month is designed to document not just birthdays, but other happy events you want to remember.  Also included in this tutorial are designs for 12 greeting cards stored in the Project Life Envelope Pages in the back of the calendar.  This would also make a great gift for someone special!

The tutorial for this beautiful project, designed by Meg Holland, can be yours when you subscribe to Craft Project Central for the month of November.

Craftily,

Pat

‘This Christmas’ Trees & Treats Decor

Hi, Stampers!

Check out this project for your Christmas decor!

'This Christmas' Trees & Treats Decor by Julie Beltramo - www.justjulieb30.blogspot.com

Get ready for the holidays with this Festive Holiday Table Décor! You’ll learn how to make a Paper Cone Tree (and save money not having to buy that paper mache base that you get at the craft store!). You’ll also get the quick and easy measurements to turn simple pieces of Designer Series Paper into the perfect layers to quickly transform your Paper Cones to Christmas trees! Plus you will learn how to coordinate the Tagged Clear Tiny Treat Boxes into the theme of the Christmas décor as you add these simple, but elegant tags to them. And if you want to make this whole ensemble a gift to someone special, the coordinating card is the perfect complement!

The tutorial for this lovely project, designed by Julie Beltramo, can be yours when you subscribe to the month of November at Craft Project Central.

Happy crafting,

Pat

Delightful Holiday Gift Set

Hi, Stampers!

By now your calendar is probably filling up with holiday parties - here's an idea for a lovely gift to please any hostess!

Delightful Holiday Gift Set by Sue Becker - www.rnrstamping.com

When invited to a gathering, it’s always nice to take a small gift for the host. This tutorial will walk you through the steps to create a divided hinged box that holds two holiday containers filled with holiday goodies, such as a yummy dip. What better way to complement a dip than a bottle of wine and some crackers. This festive package is a snap to put together. Any recipient would be delighted to receive this wonderful gift!

The tutorial for this delightful project, designed by Sue Becker, can be yours when you subscribe to the month of November at  Craft Project Central.

Happy crafting,
Pat

Mixed Media Canvas & Pencil / Tool Holder

Hello, Stampers & Crafters!

Here's a project to inspire you today:

Mixed Media Canvas & Pencil / Tool Holder by Monika Davis - www.stampnmad.typepad.com

Make this unique Mixed Media Canvas as a one of a kind special gift. It is the perfect art piece to be displayed on the wall or on the desk. Learn different Mixed Media techniques that will be useful for card making or other paper crafting projects. Learn how versatile your paper crafting supplies can be. As an extra bonus, make a coordinating Mixed Media Pencil/Tool Holder out of a tin can. This will dress up anyone’s desk and will be a conversation piece for sure. Change the color to match your home decor or the season. 

The tutorial for this unique project, designed by Monika Davis, can be yours when you subscribe to the month of November at Craft Project Central.

Happy crafting,

Pat

 

Put a Lid on it!

Hi Stampers,

Today I have a unique project to share with you!

Put a Lid on it!  by Buffy Cooper - www.buffycooper.wordpress.com

Craft projects using Mason jars are so trendy and fun. But sometimes your craft table gets littered with lids and jar rings that you didn’t need for projects. In this tutorial, you’ll learn two ways to use those lids and rings for adorable home décor and gift items. The jar ring banner is perfect for Christmas, New Year, or even a birthday or other celebration. And the jar lid coasters can be a fun, useful, yet inexpensive gift for friends on your gift list. These projects would be a nice stamp camp if offered together, or two separate classes.

The tutorial for this delightful project, designed by Buffy Cooper, can be yours when you subscribe to the month of November at Craft Project Central.

Happy crafting,
Pat

Holiday Framed Art

Whew!  I can't believe it's November already...where has this year gone?  November is not normally one of my favorite months...it's cold, rainy, windy, and generally unpleasant outside (at least where I live!)  Save for Thanksgiving, there's not a lot to like about November.  But, it is a good time to stay warm & dry indoors and get crafty!  This November, I'm pleased and excited to be a Guest Designer for Craft Project Central.  All month long I'll be sharing projects that were designed by a very talented group of crafters who will inspire and delight you.  Click on any of the links to learn more about the designers and their lovely projects!

Holiday Framed Art by Regina Andari - www.workinouttheinks.blogspot.com

It’s time to think about holiday décor, and you’ll be off to a great start with this tutorial.  Create a festive framed work of art comprised of six individual panels that are easy to make and possess enough interest and detail that will have your guests taking more than just a quick glance.  Since you’ll probably be going to some holiday parties or dinners, go ahead and make a few of these framed projects so you’ll have a fantastic gift for a hostess (or two).  This tutorial even includes a coordinating card!

The tutorial for this lovely project, designed by Regina Andari, can be yours by subscribing to the month of November at Craft Project Central.

Happy crafting,

Pat