Welcome as we count down our 12 days of creativity! On day 6 we are concentrating on using our stash already on hand as well as getting the kids involved in making their own one-of-a-kind gift items. So today is  one of those days where you will pull your products and let the kids get involved in making their own crafty gifts.

Welcome to day 6!

Are you ready to begin?

Let's start with an adorable ornament courtesy of hostess with the mostess that is very easy for the kids to make. I love the faces and hats on these little guys. So much fun to make!

Another kewl idea is to have the kids decorate their own envelopes for their wish lists to Santa, courtesy of Family Fun.

The gingerbread house is always a favorite in our house. Why not make one that will last a bit longer.  Here’s a great idea using Cork. Isn't that fun?





It’s a great way to get the kids involved by letting them make their own gifts for friends. Jewelry is always a hit so how about a Chinese Staircase Bracelet? Here’s a great video to get you started. This will provide hours of enjoyment. :)

Thank you so much for stopping by again today. I truly enjoy your comments. Did I tell you how much yet??? Well I truly love your comment!!


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Have a great day,
Michele

I’m so glad I found Tim’s tag tutorial today because I just ordered some of his faceted charms and now I get to play!!  You will also hopefully also be inspired as we highlight his fabulous tutorial in honor of our 12 days of Christmas inspiration!!



Isn’t this tag beautiful!??  and so many hand-made touches from the facets to the dangles and even the wish tag.  I’m lovin’ it.

Tim will take you through exactly how to create this multilayered jewel. 

Well what are you waiting for???  Get on over to the Tim Holtz blog and find out how to make this little beauty all by yourself!! 

Here is a mini recap of some of his other tags he is showing for the days of Christmas:

Run on over to his blog and be inspired.  I can’t right now or I will get sucked in and won’t get this post finished!!
 
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Next is another ornament idea for you.  Since we are approaching the holidays and all and I’m obsessed with making ornaments, I have another one to share with you!

Jackie from the Hybrid Chick is sharing how she makes her pinecone ornaments.



I love that she used hybrid techniques to make this adorable little ornament.  The colors are just precious and would also make an excellent addition to your gift packaging this year!

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The next thing I would like to inspire you are a pair of beautiful cards by Nina of Nina B. Designs.  She was asked to case one of her very own cards for a challenge.  That would be so difficult!!  Here is her original card:


Love how she made the stamped ornament dimensional!  The stitching and the bow are just beautiful.  Love everything about this card.

. . . and here is her cased card:


Beautiful!!  The little pearls accenting the stamped image give it that extra special touch. 

Well that’s all the inspiration I have for you today!  Please stop back by tomorrow for another daily dose of Christmas inspiration.

Oh and don’t forget to participate in the the blog hop at Want2Scrap to win a chance at two $25.00 gift certificates to the store!!


Please come back tomorrow for another day of inspiration!!

Michele

Hi everyone,

Thank you so much for stopping by today.  You know, I just have to say . . I'm feeling very good about myself right about now. Why you ask?  Well I've decided to send cards out this week.  (Early me?  No!!!)

So please pick your jaw up off the floor while I finish my story.

What better way to touch someone for the holidays than with a beautiful handmade card. Are you ready for the good part? I’ve found some of the best AND simple ideas to share with you!. 

So let’s get going with our Day 2 of our Christmas round up activity!

 
This beautiful card has been created by the wonderful Melissa Phillips!

and here is another beautiful card by Mish! What I love about this is the receiver also has a beautiful tag they can repurpose.



Wouldn’t it be delicious to receive this card in the mail? Just sayin’

The most divine Ms. Betsy Veldman created this amazing envelope card!






and for that very special friend of yours to to remind them just how special they are!


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and . . .here is a fun idea on how to create a quick card too!




I know you’ve just got to feel all pumped up right now and ready to make a bunch of cards don’t you??? I know I do. So I’m off to see what kind of mayhem I can start with glue and paper.   

Be sure to leave comments for the blog hop and to let me know what type of tutorials you want to see featured?


Have a great day,

Michele