Halloween Magic

The Halloween products in the Aug-Dec 2020 mini catalogue are a real treat this year. Some spookiness, some cuteness and a whole suite of magical elegance. 

Here are a few ideas for treats you can share featuring products from the Magic in This Night suite as well as other products from the mini catalogue. 

Label Die Bag Toppers

The bag topper shown above was super easy using the Halloween Magic dies and the Mosaic Gusseted bags.  Add a little of the gorgeous Metallic Mesh ribbon and a few glittery bats and you’re done!

Little Treat Boxes

The Little Treats dies are so versatile and are perfect for every occasion with just a change of colour and embellishments. Here I’ve used Basic Black cardstock which I’ve embossed with the Cobwebs 3D embossing folder from the suite. Wrapped with a strip of the Magic in this Night designer series paper and tied with the Black Glittered Organdy ribbon it’s all set to add a yummy treat. The spider adds just the right amount of spookiness.

Round Tins Treat Holders

The round tins are larger than I expected and can fit packaged or homemade treats. I love that they are food safe.  I added a scalloped circle cut from the black glitter paper and a label punched from the DSP using the Label Me Lovely punch, and a stitched circle stamped with one of the great sentiments from the Hallows Night Magic stamp set.  The orange and purple wrapped chocolates from Quality Street Chocolates were a perfect treat to include.  

  

Label Dies Candy Stick/Lip Balm Treat Holders

The label shapes from the Halloween Magic dies also make great treat holders shown on page 52 of the mini catalogue with lip balms in them.  With a few adjustments I found they worked for candy sticks I found at Bulk Barn as well. 

Curly Wurly Treat Holder

This treat is a longtime favourite of mine.  Credit goes to Sam Hammond Donald from Pootles Papercrafting.  They are super simple to make and you can make 5 from one sheet of 12 x 12 paper. Simply cut the paper into 3" x 9" pieces and wrap them around using Tear & Tape or Seal + adhesive to secure.  The Curly Wurly chocolates can be found at Walmart, Bulk Barn, or anywhere British candies are sold.  Finish it off with a quick label and a bit of Metallic Mesh ribbon.

So many great options to create some fun, spooky treats!  Happy Halloween!

Products Used

Hallows Night Magic Bundle (155188)

    - Hallows Night Magic Stamp Set (153356)

    - Halloween Magic Dies (153565)

Magic in This Night Designer Series Paper (153517) - Save 15% until Oct. 31, 2020!

Cobwebs 3D Embossing Folder (153578)

Black Glitter Paper (153518)

Iridescent Pearls (153549)

Metallic Mesh Ribbon (153550)

Little Treat Box Dies (153571)

Mosaic Gusseted Cellophane Bags (153509)

Round Tins (153544)

Label Me Lovely Punch (151296)

Glittered Organdy Ribbon - Black (147897)

Paper Pumpkin - August 2019

One thing I love about Stampin’ Up!’s Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kits is the surprise. But they know not everyone likes to wait to see what’s in the box so they’ve been giving us sneak peaks.  The August kit looks like it will be perfect for fall crafting with fun fall-themed treat bags.

Here are the details for the kit:

• - Makes 6 fall-themed gift bags

• - Makes 12 fall-themed gift tags

• - Coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Merry Merlot, Mint Macaron, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, and Soft Suede.

If you’re curious about Paper Pumpkin this is the perfect time to give it a try.
Use this link to subscribe before August 10 to get in on the fun. You can cancel at any time.

The other thing I love about Paper Pumpkin is that they change things up to keep it fresh and interesting.  This month they are offering an add on card option.  If treat bags aren’t your thing, you can purchase an add on bundle to make 24 cards (12 each of two designs) with envelopes.
Here's the Add-on Information: 

• - Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle (item # 152885)
• - Price: $13.00 cad

• - Includes 24 card bases of 2 different designs with coordinating envelopes (note card size)

• - Product dimensions - Cards: 5" x 3-1/2"   Envelopes: 5-1/8" x 3-5/8"

• - Available August 1, while supplies last.  Let me know if you are interested in the add on. I can group the orders to save on shipping.

Happy You’re Here

I’m always looking for small treats to share at my card classes.  This one was inspired by Chris Slogar, a demonstrator from Ohio.  She had used the new Daisy Lane stamp set and punch. Having just recently done a class focusing on that set, I wanted to change it up.
This fun print from the Dinoroar designer series paper and Mango Melody cardstock combined for just the fun, summery look I was going for.  The sunburst die from the Botanical Tags dies paired with it perfectly.

Here are the dimensions:
- cardstock 2” x 8 1/2” — score at 7”
- designer series paper 4” x 5” — score on long side at 1 3/8” and 3 5/8”

I used the Delightful Tag Topper Punch and a piece of Lovely Lipstick 1/8” grosgrain ribbon.

And the sentiment “Happy You’re Here” from the Time for Tags stamp set says it all.  I love sharing my love of stamping. So whether you’re at one of my card classes or here on my blog, I really am happy you’re here!