12 Days of Christmas Day 5 | Branching Out

Hi friends! Welcome to Day 5 of my Twelve Days of Christmas series! I’m so glad you’re here. 

Today we played with the Branching Out Bundle, and I just love how these projects turned out. This bundle isn't necessarily a Christmas Bundle, but it has these sweet all occasion sentiments and fantastic layering dies.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set, so you can layer multiple images to create a finished look with extra depth and dimension, using the colors you love.

Measurements & Details:
Pretty Peacock card base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2", scored at 4-1/4"

Embossed layer: 4-1/8" x 5-3/8"

DSP layer (outside): 1-1/4" x 5"  & 2-1/2" x 5"

DSP layer (inside) 4" x 5-1/4"

Banner strip: 3/4" x 5-3/4"

Very Vanilla die-cut labels: 4-3/4" x 3-3/8" & 3-1/8" x 4-1/2

Next, we created a treat bag using a piece of Elegant Pines 12" x 12" Designer Paper and a clear medium envelope. This one came together so quickly that you could easily make a whole bunch in no time.

Measurements & Details:
Pretty Peacock cardstock: 4-1/4" x 3-3/4"

Clear Md. Envelope: 5-3/4" x 4-3/8"

Large Branching Our die: 4-7/8" x 3-1/2"

Very Vanilla die-cut label: 3-1/4" x 1-13/16"

Watch past days here!

Watch day 5's video below ⬇️

I’m so excited to give away 12 of my favorite Stampin’ Up! products—one each day for the next 12 days! Just click the link, answer a few quick questions, and you’re in. Winners will be drawn on Thursday at 3PM CST! (one entry per person)

If you'd like to earn four of this week's projects as a Make & Take Kit (from this week's 8 projects) for FREE, make sure to place your $50 minimum order (before tax & shipping and after applied rewards) by Monday, December 15, 202,5, at midnight.

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12 Days of Christmas Day 3 | Christmas Greenery

Hi friends! Welcome to Day 3 of my Twelve Days of Christmas series! I’m so glad you’re here. This little series has quickly become one of my favorite parts of December. From December 2–18, I’m sharing two projects every single day, a cute card plus a fun treat bag, box, or 3D project, to help make your last-minute holiday crafting and gifting a whole lot easier.

I'm doing all the creating and designing for you, so you can just follow along, recreate the projects, and check one more thing off that holiday to-do list!

If you missed the live tutorial, no stress at all—you can catch the replay by clicking the link below⬇️. I’ve also added links to Day 1 and Day 2, all the supplies I used for today’s projects, and the measurements you'll need. You'll find the measurements listed right under the photos, so everything is nice and easy to follow. 

Today we played with the Christmas Greenery Bundle, and oh my goodness… these projects turned out gorgeous.

Our first project is a layered card with a built-in gift card pocket—perfect for those last-minute gifts we all end up needing. The Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper totally steals the show on this one.

Measurements & Details:
Thick White cardstock:

Base: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"

Front flap 3-1/2" x 5-1/4", score at 1" on the long side

Pocket: 2" x 3-1/2"

inside: 3" x 3-3/4

Die-cut label: Traditional Label dies
Old Olive cardstock:

Base layer: 4" x 5-1/4"

Flap layer: 3/1-4" x 4"

scrap to die-cut leaves

Traditions of Christmas DSP:

Base layer: 3-3/4" x 5"

Flap Layer: 3" x 3-3/4"

For our second project, we created a simple gift bag using a single 12" x 12" sheet of designer paper. It came together so quickly that I already know I’ll be making a whole stack of them for neighbors, teachers, coworkers… basically everyone.

Measurements & Details:
1 sheet 12 x 12 Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper

Score on one side at: 

1-3/4" & 10"

Turn the paper and score at: 

4", 5-3/4", 9-3/4" & 11-1/2"

(The 10" score line will fold down to the outside of the bag)

Old Olive cardstock: die-cut banner (I used the Party Banner Dies) and holly leaves

DSP: die-cut banner (Party Banner Dies)

Thick white cardstock: scrap for die-cut label

WATCH DAY 1 HERE

WATCH DAY 2 HERE

CLICK BELOW TO WATCH DAY 3⬇️

I’m so excited to give away 12 of my favorite Stampin’ Up! products—one each day for the next 12 days! Just click the link, answer a few quick questions, and you’re in. Winners will be drawn on Thursday at 3PM CST! (one entry per person)

If you'd like to earn four of this week's projects as a Make & Take Kit (from this week's 8 projects) for FREE, make sure to place your $50 minimum order (before tax & shipping and after applied rewards) by Monday, December 8, 202,5, at midnight.

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Join me now through December 18, 2025, for my 12 Days of Christmas Series!

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12 Days of Christmas Day 2 | Jolly Holly

Hey friends! Welcome to Day 2 of my 12 Days of Christmas projects! I’m so excited to share today's projects with you. 

You can watch the video tutorials each day on my YouTube channel, and I’ll also be live a few times—streaming on both YouTube and Facebook. Make sure you’re following my page or subscribed to my YouTube channel (subscribe + hit that bell!) so you don’t miss any of the fun.

Check out the full schedule below ⬇️ and watch today’s video using the link at the end of this post.

There is also a link for the supplies at the end of today's post.

Today's projects use the Jolly Holly stamp set and the Jolly Holly Hybrid embossing folder; both are currently on the Last Chance List, so if you've had your eye on them, now's the time to grab them before they're gone for good.

For Day 2, we created a festive Christmas card and the cutest little treat box using:
• Secret Sea, Real Red, and Basic White cardstock
• Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper
• Real Red Shiny Ribbon
• Red & White Baker’s Twine
• A touch of sparkle with the Wink of Stella glitter pen

To finish everything off, I used my favorite adhesives—Stampin’ Dimensionals, Liquid Glue, and Tear & Tape—to get the perfect mix of layers and secure seams.

Measurements & Details:
Real Red card base: 4-1/4" x 11" scored at 5-1/2"
Secret Sea embossed layer: 4" x 5-1/4"

DSP (2 pieces): 3 x 3" & 1-1/2" x 3"

DSP rectangle: 2' x 3-1/4"

Cherry Cobbler die-cut rectangle: Jolly Holly dies; 1-1/2" x 3"

Basic white die-cut rectangle: Johlly Holly dies; 1-9/16" x 2-3/4"

Basic White cardstock inside layer: 4" x 5-1/4"

Basic White cardstock: scrap for stamping & die-cutting

Measurements & Details:
Secret Sea cardstock: 5-1/2"  x 6-1/2
Score on the 5-1/2" side at: 1", 3-1/2" & 4-1/2"

Score on the 6-1/2" side at: 1/2", 1-1/2", 3-1/2" & 4-1/2"

DSP belly band layer: 2-1/4" x 6-1/2"

Scored at: 1/2", 1-1/2", 3-1/2" & 4-1/2"

Cherry Cobbler cardstock circle: 1-3/4"

Basic White CS Stylish Shapes die-cut circle: 1-5/8"

Old Olive sentiment strip: 1/2" x 2-3/8"

CLICK HERE TO WATCH DAY 1

CLICK BELOW TO WATCH DAY 2 👇🏻

I’m so excited to give away 12 of my favorite Stampin’ Up! products—one each day for the next 12 days! Just click the link, answer a few quick questions, and you’re in. Winners will be drawn on Thursday at 3PM CST! (one entry per person)

If you'd like to earn four of this week's projects as a Make & Take Kit (from this week's 8 projects) for FREE, make sure to place your $50 minimum order (before tax & shipping and after applied rewards) by Monday, December 8, 202,5, at midnight.

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12 Days of Christmas Day 1 | Jar of Joy

Hey friends! Welcome to Day 1 of my 12 Days of Christmas projects! I’m so excited to kick things off. I’ll be sharing two projects every single day to help you with all that last-minute Christmas crafting.

You can watch the video tutorials each day on my YouTube channel, and I’ll also be live a few times—streaming on both YouTube and Facebook. Make sure you’re following my page or subscribed to my YouTube channel (subscribe + hit that bell!) so you don’t miss any of the fun.

Check out the full schedule below ⬇️ and watch today’s video using the link at the end of this post.

I used the Jar of Joy stamp set and the Sweetest Jar Builder punch to create today’s project. The builder punch also coordinates with the Sweet Jar Bundle, too! I also used the Nests of Winter Designer Series Paper (DSP). Doesn't that pattern look like snow falling in the background—so adorable!

Measurements & Details:
Real Red card base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" scored at 4-1/4"
Basic White layer: 4-1/8" X 5-3/8"

DSP layer: 3-3/4" X 5"

DSP strips (2): 1/2" x 5"

Die-Cut Arch - Everyday Arches dies: 2-3/4" x 3"

Sentiment Label - Grow with Love dies: 1" x 3"

Basic White cardstock inside layer: 4" x 5-1/4"

Basic White cardstock: scrap for stamping & punching

For our second project, I created a cute box to hold two packets of Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa, you know, the kind with the little marshmallows—those are my favorite. 

Measurements & Details:
Real Red card base: 7" x 9-1/2"

Score on the 9-1/2" side at: 1/2", 4", 5", & 8-1/2"

Score on the 7" side at: 1" & 6"
Basic Black CS layer: 3-1/4" x 4-3/4"

Designer Series Paper layer (2): 3-1/8" x 4-5/8" &2-1/8" x 4-5/8"

Die-Cut Sentiment - Stylish Shapes dies: 1" x 3"

Basic White cardstock: scrap for stamping & punching

Click Here to Watch Day 1!

I’m so excited to give away 12 of my favorite Stampin’ Up! products—one each day for the next 12 days! Just CLICK THE LINK, answer a few quick questions, and you’re in. Winners will be drawn on Thursday at 3PM CST! (one entry per person)

If you'd like to earn four of this week's projects as a Make & Take Kit (from this week's 8 projects) for FREE, make sure to place your $50 minimum order (before tax & shipping and after applied rewards) by Monday, December 8, 202,5, at midnight.

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12 Days of Christmas - Day 3: Festive Door Hanger Box

Hello Crafters! Welcome to Day 3 of our 12 Days of Christmas event! Today, we crafted a charming and functional door hanger box using the Christmas Friends Bundle. This project is perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to someone’s day—fill it with candy, small gifts, or a heartfelt note to spread the Christmas spirit!

The Christmas Friends Bundle brings so much versatility and joy to holiday crafting. The adorable characters and coordinating sentiments make it easy to create delightful projects for everyone on your list. This door hanger box was one of my favorites because it's beautiful and practical—perfect for a little festive surprise.

Want the Template?
If you love this project as much as I do, join my email list! You'll receive the PDF template with all the measurements and step-by-step instructions for creating your door hanger box. And don’t forget: When you place a $50 order (before tax and shipping) in my online store by December 17, you'll get a free PDF of all 12 projects from this event.

Watch the Video Replay
Missed today’s live session? No worries! Here’s the replay of Day 3 to see exactly how this door hanger box comes together. Click the photo below to watch the replay now!

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope you’re enjoying these creative projects as much as I love sharing them. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for Day 4, where we’ll have another festive project to inspire your holiday crafting.

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12 Days of Christmas - Day 2: Gift Bag with Christmas Friends Bundle

Hello Crafters! Welcome back to the 12 days of Christmas. Today, we took a half sheet of 12X12 Designer Series Paper and turned it into an adorable gift bag perfect for small treats or gifts.  

This project features the Christmas Friends Bundle, which adds just the right amount of festive charm with its sweet images and coordinating dies.

Not only is this gift bag quick and easy to make, but it's also a great way to add a personal touch to your holiday gifting.  

If you missed the live tutorial, don't worry - you can catch the replay on my YouTube Channel. Be sure to watch so you can create your own cute gift bags!

A quick note about the Christmas Friends Bundle and Snowy Scenes DSP: they are both currently on the Last Chance list and are only available while supplies last. If they're on your wish list, don't wait too long to order—they're going fast!

Join Me for Day 3 Tomorrow!

Join me tomorrow, December 4, 2024, at 12 PM CST for Day 3 of the 12 Days of Christmas. I'll show you how to create a cute door hanger box—a fun and practical project that's sure to impress.

Remember, if you place a $50 order (before tax and shipping) in my online store during the 12 Days of Christmas, you'll receive a FREE project PDF with instructions for all the projects we create during this event! Use Host Code FTVHUA4C when ordering.

Thanks for crafting with me. See you tomorrow!

Happy Stamping!

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