Continuing With Christmas

So, Christmas in July got me on a roll with Christmas projects. I'll be thanking myself for this in December!
Today's project using the Peek-A-View Box embellished with the Cottage Cutz Elegant Reindeer Die. These boxes are the perfect size for a Christmas ornament or some yummy candies or home-baked goodies! Stock up now at Creative Cuts and More to get a jump start on your holiday crafting!

A Penguin Christmas

Good Morning! I hope you have enjoyed our Christmas in July! Today marks the last day of July and with that I am sharing a cute little project that would make great packaging for a teacher gift, a hostess gift or really anyone on your list!
 I used the Popcorn Box along with the adorable Penguin With Lights for this fun Christmas gift box.  I couldn't resist adding some googly eyes to Mr. Penguin :)

I can't believe how quickly July flew by! If you haven't been here to see all of the fun Christmas projects as the Die Cut Divas have been celebrating Christmas in July all month long, go back and check 'em all out!

Ho Ho Ho

Christmas in July continues at Creative Cuts & More! When I first saw this adorable Santa Peeker die by Cottage Cutz, I "pictured" him peeking out of a Polaroid frame. So that's what I decided on for my project today. His beard, mustache and hat are cut from pretty velvet paper, looks beautiful in real life! 

His face started out white and I colored it with E00 and E02 Copics then some R20 on his nose and cheeks for a rosy effect. I finished him off with some googly eyes for fun! 

You can really get creative in paper piecing these dies and have lots of fun! 

Be sure to come back tomorrow for some more Christmas fun! 

Merry Christmas In July

If you've been joining us lately, you know that the Die Cut Diva's are celebrating Christmas in July! 

I thought I'd share a card today using the Cottage Cutz Snowflake Ornament. Such a pretty die that you can use in so many different ways!

This one started out white and I distressed it with Ranger Barn Door Distress Ink to match the sentiment and colors in the hexagons. 

Hop on over to Creative Cuts and More and check out all of the Winter and Holiday die cuts and boxes available to get a jump start on all of your holiday projects!

A Card For Christmas In July

As you know Creative Cuts and More is celebrating Christmas In July! I know so many of us are living in areas that are experiencing heat waves! The Jersey Shore is no exception and we've also had some crazy thunderstorms lately, many people in the area without power for days in this 90-over 100 degree weather. We are lucky that hasn't happened to us! With that said, it is nice to get into "Christmas Mode" and dream of cold air and frosty nights!
I made a card today using the really fun Color Block A2 mat. I love using this because there are so many possibilities to create different looks.
I kept mine pretty clean and simple with stamps from Unity, Hero Arts and Paper Smooches.
I think it would also be fun to put pictures into the 2 bigger cut outs and stamp or embellish the others, really so many possibilities!!!
Happy Christmas in July!!! Hope you are staying cool! And for those of you in Colorado affected by the wildfires, my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you!

Chevron Crazy!

Noelle mentioned yesterday she loves Filigree, so I will share that I love Chevron!!! I'm addicted, I love all things chevron! So I thought I would create a chevron design out of washi tape on my album cover to share with you today. I used the 6 x 6 album and Scallop Wrap Cover in kraft. I am also crazy about kraft! Love it :) 
This album is going to be a work in progress throughout the summer to document all of my "summer loves"! A fun little project that I can add to as I go along. That is one of the best things about these albums, you can order extra pages as needed and CC&M has Album Rings in several sizes so you can expand your album to fit your needs.

Check out the Albums Section of the Creative Cuts & More store. It's not too late to start a "summer loves" album of your own!

Gift Wrapping Made Easy

Another reason to love Creative Cuts & More! So many ways to give a gift in style :)

Here I used the Square Box #1 in kraft to wrap a bracelet for my cousin. Before assembling the box, I stamped it with the Hero Arts/Studio Calico Quatrefoil background stamp. Assembled it in no time using Killer White Tear-able Tacky Tape (how did I ever live without this adhesive?!?!)

I finished it off with a sheer butterfly ribbon and one of the new Cottage Cutz flowers, Flower 2 Layered 3x3.

This is so much better than a boring white box, and can be reused by the recipient! 

Thanks for stopping by today, be sure to check out the rest of the Cottage Cutz dies now offered at Creative Cuts and More!

PreSchool

School is almost out! Two more days. With that said, I am working on trying to get some scrapbook layouts done of my son before I turn around and he is graduating high school! Creative Cuts and More has many products to make that easier to do! On this layout, I kept things simple, to focus on the framed photo of my son. I used the Schoolhouse Picture Frame-Large which was a perfect center piece for this page!

Thinking of you & Merry Christmas

Hi Everyone! Nora Anne here today sharing two cards using Creative Cuts & More A2 cards.

I hope you are all finished up with your shopping and can enjoy the merriment of the season!

I'm keeping it short today so I can get back to work, I'm on a roll! Shopping, wrapping, cooking, baking! FUN STUFF!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Hi! Nora Anne here today :) I hope you are all spending the day with family today and that you all have a lot to be thankful for.

I'm sharing a quick project today that can be made in minutes. The pages were a free download from Bella Blvd. I will be passing this around the Thanksgiving table today so we can all record some memories from this Thanksgiving.

I started with 8x8 lightweight chipboard pages and cut them down a bit to fit the printout pages. Now I have extra chipboard pieces to die cut some other little embellishments for the cover. After punching holes with my Crop A Dile, I held it all together with 1" Album Rings. One of my favorite parts in putting together this album, was the ease in which I could do so using the Killer White Tear-able Tacky Tape. I am addicted to this stuff, the fact that it's tearable makes it so easy!

I will be back next week to show you the finished inside after we all share!

Have a wonderfully Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

Another Halloween Card

Although many of us got snow last night, it's still the Halloween season, so I thought I'd share another quick Halloween card today using the Slash Pocket with Tag #05 set. These are super cute and are great for gift card holders too! You can just add a little notch for the gift card on the back of the tag, or attach it with repositionable tape.

I hope you are staying warm and dry wherever you are today! It's a great day to go shopping for your holiday project needs! 

Happy Owl-oween

Happy weekend! Nora Anne here today with a quick little Halloween card! Ever since my little guy started Kindergarten, I feel like I am SO busy, with homework and activities, birthday parties etc!

That's why I love the A2 cards from Creative Cuts and More, they make it so easy to make a card in no time! Especially for those last minute birthday gifts!

(image and sentiment by Hambo Stamps!)

This one is a Neenah A2 card base, pre-cut and scored for your convenience! I love stocking up on these and all the other fun die cuts at Creative Cuts and More!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 

Celebrate

Hi and Happy Friday to everyone! It's Nora Anne posting today, sharing another card (that's my thing lately!) I'm working on a mini album or two, but things have been slow going there. Hope to have them ready to share SOON! In the meantime, I love using the A2 card bases to make a fast and beautiful card (I know you've heard me say this before, but it is oh so true!)
I started with an A2 card base in Bazzill Canvas Java and put this card together in  just minutes! These are great for when you are busy and on the go, running from birthday party to birthday party! Also a great jumpstart for holiday cards, saves SO MUCH TIME! I am all about that! *wink*

Remember, it's never too early to start thinking about teacher gifts, co-worker gifts and class treat bags/boxes for the holidays!! Creative Cuts and More has everything you need to save time while making something with a WOW factor to impress all your friends! *wink*

Happy Shopping!

Happiest of Holidays!

Hi Nora Anne here today with a holiday greeting! It's never too late to start, right?!?! I used my favorite A2 card in Neenah Cream to make my card for today :) So easy to whip up a quick cute card with these!

Have you been by the Creative Cuts and More website lately?!?! You HAVE TO check out the adorable new Bat Cards that are available now, I am LOVING these cuties! They are so adorable and shipping is always quick so you have plenty of time to whip them up before Halloween!
Happy Shopping!

Smiles

Hello! Nora Anne posting today, sharing a card I made using my favorite Neenah Smooth cardstock in Cream. Yes, that's right! This started out as cream colored cardstock...I had an A2 card that I had made a mistake on, so I cut it down to use the remainder of the card, and with a little help from my embossing powder, heat gun and distress inks, this is what I came up with.

The base of the card is an A2 card in Java Bazzill Canvas. Finished off with some chocolate chip seam binding. Quick, easy and beautiful!

Thanks for stopping by today! Happy Shopping!!!!

Milk and Cookies

Hi there! Nora Anne posting today! I just love these oval framed cards, perfect way to make a quick and super cute card! I stamped this Hambo stamps image, colored it up, cut it out and backed it with some Echo Park paper.

Embossed the frame and Voila! a cute little Christmas card in no time at all! Be sure to stock up on some now before the holidays creep up on you!

Happy Shopping!

Naughty or Nice?!

Hi All! It's Nora Anne here today! I know, it's a little early for Christmas, but I couldn't resist this Paper Smooches Santa Claus stamp and sentiment. It went perfect with this Oval Window A2 Frame with Mat & Card Set from Creative Cuts and More.  I chose Pomegranate Splash and Neenah Cream for my card colors. I ran the frame portion through my Big Shot using the Swiss Dots embossing folder for some texture. I love these card bases, they are quick and easy give your project such a clean and professional look since they are cut perfect every time!

Thanks for looking!

Life Is Short

It's Nora Anne here today and I love ice cream! It doesn't have to be summer, it can be 10 degrees out and I still want ice cream :) This card was so fun to make and so easy starting out with the pre-cut and pre-scored A2 card in Bazzill Canvas Raven Black. I love grabbing the pre-cut card bases, it cuts out time and gives your project a clean look since they are scored perfectly every time!
Have a great Sunday, why not stop by Creative Cuts and More and stock up on some of your own card bases and lots of other fun stuff!
 

Grow Your Wings

Hi All! It's Nora Anne here today sharing a cute little gift card holder with you! That's my plan anyway, to use it as a gift card holder by attaching the gift card to the tag and writing a message on the back, but it can be used as a gift tag, or a hidden journaling tag on a scrapbook page as well.

(sorry for the bad photos, I don't have my good camera right now)

I started with the Scallop Circle-11 1/2" (see it's not just for scrapbook layouts!)  I cut it in half.

Then folded it in to the center. Put some tape along the bottom and the flap to close the bottom and add your embellishments. Easy peasy! and you can make two with each Scallop Circle! A quick and easy project that comes out super cute!

Thanks for stopping by today! HAPPY SHOPPING!

Frosted Designs Challenge Card

Hi, it's Nora Anne posting today and I thought I'd share my Frosted Designs Challenge card, since Creative Cuts and More is the sponsor this week! Check out all the challenge details HERE for your chance to win this Sea Life Mini Album Kit.

 And here's my card using Vintage Labels Small and Vintage Labels Petite along with Butterfly #11 - small.

Hope you are having a great weekend!