Really, for sure this time, - again my apologies, and thanks for understanding.
Ok, so, did you figure it was going to match the card from last week? Of course you did. And, I used Lovely as a Tree and Welcome Christmas stamp sets again too.
And what did we make for you this week you ask?
Bag Toppers. Now you can make any bag into a great gift container
I just loved making these and I sure hope you do too. I'm working on one right now for a wine bag, I'll show it to you when I'm done.
So - if you signed up for our COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS newsletter it should be in your in-basket with the downloadable PDF file with detailed instructions and pictures to help you every step of the way.
Haven't signed up yet? - no worries, we resent all of the past tutorials weekly to all new members.
AND - The Team has decided there is going to be BLOG CANDY at the end of this little adventure, so we invite you to leave a comment on each blog each Friday - to better your chances of winning! Yes, each one of us is going to be giving away blog candy!....That's 7 chances to win!
BLOG CANDY QUESTION - What is your Favorite Stampin Up Christmas Stamp Set?
CaroleAnne Sluchinski - Alberta, Canada website
Sandi MacIver - Oregon, U.S.A. website
Linda Geater - New South Wales - Australia website
Kate Creasey - Washington, U.S.A. website
Heather Wright-Porto - New York, U.S.A. website
Don't forget to visit my team-mates to see what they created and you will end up with 7 great ideas for your Bag Topper projects.
Thanks so much for stopping in to visit today, I sure do appreciate that!.
HUGS and Happy Stamping
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So, so pretty! You do such great work!
Posted by: Teri | October 28, 2011 at 04:35 AM
My favorite Christmas stamp set... this year it is Christmas Lodge from the mini catty. My favorite Christmas stamp set from the catty is the plain and simple Dasher. That is so elegant. Thanks for showing us this fantastic idea. I love your work.
Carey and Roscoe
Posted by: Carey Rogers | October 28, 2011 at 05:12 AM
what a wonderful set you have here sis
you are brilliant
Thank you for the creative ideas that we have used for this countdown!
have a good day!
Posted by: Carole'Anne | October 28, 2011 at 06:00 AM
Your bag and topper are lovely.
Picking a favorite Christmas set is not easy, especially with all the great new sets this year. My favorite set that I own though is Fireside Christmas.
Posted by: lisa808 | October 28, 2011 at 06:53 AM
Sandi, another neat idea with so many possibilities! Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us.
Blessings,
Deborah
Posted by: Deborah M | October 28, 2011 at 07:52 AM
I love the Christmas Lodge set. So traditional and classy!
Posted by: Jennifer S. | October 28, 2011 at 07:54 AM
What a clever idea. Can't wait to check out my Countdown Newsletter. My favorite right now is Merry Winter. Love those little snowmen.
Posted by: Patti Corriere | October 28, 2011 at 08:02 AM
Lovely as a Tree is one of my favorite stamp sets :D I have used it a lot for holiday cards as well as some masculine based cards, fall/thanksgiving cards too. Just LOVE that set and love what you did this week (as always) :D
Posted by: Heather Wright-Porto | October 28, 2011 at 08:03 AM
One of my favorites is the Stitched Stockings Stamp Set with a matching punch.
Posted by: Pat P. | October 28, 2011 at 08:23 AM
Really nice job Sandi, thanks for all your hard work.
Posted by: Linda Geater | October 28, 2011 at 08:25 AM
What a beautiful combo to make for that special someone! Great idea to make a bag topper using a favorite stamp set of mine; thanks for the "how to"!
Posted by: Ellen Wright | October 28, 2011 at 08:57 AM
Fabulous, Fabulous, Fabulous!!
My favorite Christmas stamp set? Hmmm
that's a tough one, but I am loving The Sounding Joy from the new mini
Christi
Posted by: Christi Waite | October 28, 2011 at 09:45 AM
You got it Sandi. Love as a tree has always been my favorite stamp set anytime of the year. There are so many things you can do with it, my itself or with other stamping sets. I am going to get me another one in case it ever goes away. Thanks for your lovely site.
Posted by: Billie Thoeming | October 28, 2011 at 09:46 AM
Sandi, What great projects you've shared so far! It's like getting a Christmas present every week---building the anticipation. My all-time favorite set is the Lovely As A Tree set--but for wintertime and Christmas, Snow Swirled runs a close second.
=) Gail S.
Posted by: Gail Schoolcraft | October 28, 2011 at 09:51 AM
This is a beautiful gift bag! You have inspired me to make these for my neighbors this year with their homemade goodies inside! Keep those great ideas coming!
Posted by: Kaye W. | October 28, 2011 at 09:57 AM
Many Merry Messages. No matter what the image, I know I have a saying. And I can 'cheat' and make the Simply Scrappin' kit into cards and pop on a saying. Lots of cards in no time flat!
Thanks for all your wonderful inspiration!
Georgann
Posted by: Georgann G | October 28, 2011 at 10:20 AM
Your ideas are endless and we love that!!! Thank you - this is a great topper for a real surprise gift to coordinate with the card...love it all!
Posted by: Carol Carriveau | October 28, 2011 at 10:25 AM
The feeling of a winter day and fun with family...that's what this set brings to me . Thanks so much for that. My favorite stamp set for now is Snow Much Fun. But stay tuned....the more I play it can change?!Hugs Shelagh
Posted by: Shelagh Freemantle | October 28, 2011 at 10:25 AM
Love this and my favorite Christmas stamp set from the mini is The Sounding Joy.
Posted by: Kristie G. | October 28, 2011 at 10:59 AM
These are so pretty! I can see making a lot of these for my gifts this year!! Thanks for sharing!!
Posted by: Mary Jo | October 28, 2011 at 11:06 AM