Decorative DIY Holiday Wreath Clips

Merry Christmas, crafty friends.  Today's project puts the spotlight on products from Buttons Galore and More, as well as papers and ink available at Scrapbook.com.  I thought these DIY Wreath Clips would be a fun addition for planners, gift bags and gift card decor.  I decided to make some gift card envelopes to showcase them.  Scroll down for close up photos and creative details.

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  I am a huge fan of Buttons Galore and have so many of their products in my stash. When I had the idea to do these wreath clips, I sought out a few basic supplies which include the wooden clips and Christmas Pine stems, both of which I found after a quick run to Hobby Lobby.  The stems were 50% off in the Christmas Craft section so I only spent $1.50 for the pack of 20!  Go and grab those up!  One stem yielded 3 pine strips which I snipped with a plier and shaped into the wreaths. A touch of hot glue seals the overlapped ends together.  Also, I found the wood clips in the party supply section of HL. They were a 6 pk for I think, $1.99.

 I created my 3 x 3 1/2 inch envelopes using my We R Memory Keepers 123 punch. This dandy tool has been used over and over and has been one of the best investments I ever made!  The paper is a 6x6 in paper pad exclusive to Scrapbookcom and Photo Play Paper, called "Best of Christmas".  As you can see, I tried to coordinate my wreath colors, with my paper.

Here's a close up of the wreath, using the Buttons Galore Sprinkletz in Very Cherry.  It has cute little peppermint candies ( or maybe they're cherry?), tiny stars and other decorative pieces.  

My best tip for applying these is to grab a toothpick and grab the hot glue with your toothpick.  Apply the glue from your toothpick onto your surface (in this case, the wreath), then quickly add your embellishment.  Press gently with the opposite end of your toothpick or other sharp tool for a few seconds to let it set.

(Sorry for the stray glue pieces I failed to pick off!)

Next up, I went with a silver and gold theme for this one.  This wreath features the Starry Night Embellishment Kit from the 28 Lilac Lane brand by Buttons Galore.

You're going to want to work fast on this one because the base, under those stars, are a circle of seed beeds included in the kit.  Here's how to quickly get this done and get amazing results!

1) Pour your seed beeds into a lid slightly larger than the wreath.  I used the cap of a large embossing powder that I had on hand.  Or a small bowl such as a ramekin will work.

2) Quickly drizzle a circle of hot glue around the center of your wreath.

3) Quickly dip your wreath, glue side down, into your bowl or lid filled with seed beeds, pressing gently, then remove.  

Voila! It may not be totally symmetrical but mine looked pretty good.  You may have a few stray pieces to fall off but that's ok.  I love the colors of the seed beads which are white, gold and a metallic silver... and maybe some clear ones too.  

Next, apply your silver stars from the kit, using the toothpick/glue technique, then do the same, adding tiny, shiny sequins on top of the stars.  I think this one is my favorite!

Let me also mention my little stamped quote.  The stamp set is exclusive to Scrapbookcom and is called, Christmas Fun Card Sentiments.  I stamped the sentiments with a masking technique, using hybrid inks.  You'll find all the product links at the end of this post.  Some of the sequin sets are available directly through Buttons Galore and I've linked those throughout this post.

My final wreath clip features the Peppermint Stix Sparkletz and those tiny snowflakes from the 

Fun Flurries Sparkletz.  I also glued on some of the clear tiny seed beeds. All of my wreaths have little tiny bows that I fashioned from ribbon in my stash, as well.

I hope you enjoyed this fun project and will give this a try.  May you all have a wonderful holiday season.  Stay crafty, friends!  Terri

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Neenah Flat Card Front Shop at: Scrapbook.com	28 Lilac Lane YuleTide Greetings Embellishments Shop at: Scrapbook.com	Photo Play Paper Best of Christmas 6x6 in paper pad Shop at: Scrapbook.com	AC Sticky Thumb Cordless Hot Glue Gun Shop at: Scrapbook.com

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The Perfect Christmas Collection This Year? Echo Park Paper!

Look what arrived on my doorstep today, from Scrapbook.com -  The brand new Echo Park Paper "A Perfect Christmas" collection by Lori Whitlock.  I do a lot of papercrafting for various design teams and this has everything that I want in a collection; traditional plaid, gorgeous woodgrains and those beautiful holiday florals stole my heart!  You can view the entire collection here.  These are affiliate links so if you click and purchase,  I will receive a small commission.  Now that that's out of the way.... let's move on to the good stuff!  

I'm a traditional girl so I love a collection that has your traditional seasonal colors, but I also love the extra twist with the florals, the fun ephemera (I spy coffee!) and all the amazing additions to this collection; dies, embossing folders, stamps, enamel dots, etc.  Here's a few to pique your interest:

First, we all love the standard 6x6 inch paper pad, right?  This one packs a punch with perfect sizing for cardmaking, tags and more.

Echo Park - A Perfect Christmas Collection - 6 x 6 Paper Pad - $5.39

from: Scrapbook.com

Choose the 12x12 inch kit collection which includes 12 double sided papers, plus, a 12x12 inch sheet of element stickers; perfect for scrapbookers or making treat boxes with your die cutting machines.

Echo Park Paper 12x12 inch kit collection

I am loving this designer die, "Be Merry", as well.  Perfect to accent your cards or scrapbook layouts!

Echo Park Paper "Be Merry" Die Set

Check this out!  Make an easy plaid background with the Echo Park Paper Holiday Plaid stamp!

Echo Park Paper Holiday Plaid Stamp

There is so much more, so, stop in and take a look around.  I know you will love this collection just as much as I do!  You will see some of these collections in action very soon, if you follow me on social media!

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Thanks so much for popping in today!

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Make A Budget Friendly Pine Cone Bell With Ribbon Resource

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It's time for another Friday crafting event, brought to you by the Prima Ribbonistas and 

The Ribbon Resource Blog. 

Today, it's all about budget friendly ribbon crafts.  I'll tell you, there's a lot of budget friendly crafts out there and I was a little stumped coming up with something fresh, but I think this is fun, unique and very inexpensive; a decorative and functional Pine cone Bell.

You will need these ribbons from

The Ribbon Resource - May Arts Ribbon Retail Store:

419-14 3/8" Red Mini Pom Pom Ribbon (5.5")

SM10 1/8" Natural Burlap String (1.5 yards)

You will also need:

Hot glue gun/glue sticks

Clear Glue (Tombow)

2.48" or 63mm Rustic Jingle Bells 

Fine Point Scissors
Pinecone (approx. 5" tall)

This is super easy to make so to begin, we're going to make a little "nest".  It's easiest to simply wrap the burlap string around 3 fingers, six to eight times, then continue wrapping the same strand of string with just two fingers, another 6-8 times.  Do this loosely.  Loop one end of string through and tie off a knot.  Trim ends.  

You can pull a few strands of the burlap string to loosen and drape to your desire.  No need to glue this onto your bell, as you will glue the Pinecone on top of the bell and that will keep your knotted ribbon from falling off.

Next, take some fine tipped scissors and trim the balls from a 5.5" section of mini pom pom ribbons.  This is equal to 25 mini pom poms.  Randomly glue each ball with clear glue.  I use Tombow Mono Aqua glue.  Space out your pom poms as there's no need to completely cover each pinecone stem, unless of course, you want to!

When finished, simply hot glue your pinecone to the top of your bell.  If your bell has a ridge at the top as mine did, you'll want to fill in a little hot glue on both sides of the ridge, to make a level field for gluing the base of your pine cone.  

Now, for the cost.... I actually purchased these rustic bells from the Christmas Craft section of Hobby Lobby and at the time, all Christmas Crafts were 50% off.  My calculation before the discount for the ribbon that costs pennies per section (.74 and .37) plus the bells which were 6.99 for 6 bells, plus the glue which was also pennies.... approximately $2.40 each.  Consider that you may find the bells half price, as I did, and that cuts the cost of the bell with a final total of $1.80 plus tax, or thereabouts.  Not bad!  I imagine if you were to purchase this in a gift shop, the cost would be closer to $15.00 perhaps?  Not only is it pretty, but you can pick it up and jingle it!  Just watch out for the prickly pine cone which, by the way, was courtesy of the lumbering pine down the street..... and FREE!

Thanks so much for stopping by and good luck entering the giveaway!  The prize is 2-5 yards of ribbon.  Sweet!

Here's the line-up if you get lost along the way:

• Michele Kosciolek
• Terri Burson
• Marielle LeBlanc
• Karen Hanson
• Emily Lanham

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Join the Christmas Challenge at DoubleClick Skittles

Welcome to a brand new challenge at DoubleClick Skittles!

Challenge #36 - Christmas or Blue/White

I'm a Rudolph fanatic, I'll admit it.  Every year, I create Rudolph themed projects.  My Christmas tree is decorated entirely of Rudolph and Misfit plush's and ornaments.  I recently got my hands on a Rudolph/Misfit themed paper pad from Echo Park and it knew which Skittles would go perfectly, for the newest edition for this year's tag collection.

I'm using Skittles from the Believe in Magic Disney-themed release and Meadow Skittles.

Aren't they just so awesome?  I love how Skittles are the perfect size for stamped facial features, such as eyes and noses.  This is an old Rudolph stamp that I've had for years.  I stamped and embossed him on Vellum, then colored him him and added some chalk ink as well.  I adhered my Skittles with clear glue on Rudolph, and used glitter glue on the others.

You can shop below for these and other Skittles.  A 3 pk is typically under $4.00 (75 skittles) and this includes FREE USA SHIPPING, plus, Paypal is accepted.

http://doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com/p/store.html

Guess what?  Carri is working on a new Christmas release of Skittles so get ready for some awesome new colors!  There's a surprise too but you'll have to wait.......I'm not spilling the beans!  Look for that soon.

Join the Christmas challenge and be entered for a fun prize that includes free Skittles, but be sure and read the rules, as backlinking is not allowed.  Skittles are not required to play so come on... link up and come and play with us!

DoubleClick Skittles Challenge

Thanks for stopping by!

Terri

Additional Supplies:

Echo Park Paper The Story of Christmas and Washi tape

Tombow adhesives

mini sequins

Ribbons from The Ribbon Resource/May Arts Ribbon

(burlap string, plaid trim, fuzzy pom poms, faux burlap)

Ranger distress ink

Quick Quotes Powder Puff Chalk Ink

Circle punch

White gel pen

Hero Arts clear embossing powder

Ranger black archival ink

Tombow Dual brush pens

Fastenator/staples

Bazzill vellum

Knock Out border punch

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