PPA 181 Sketch Challenge: pretty packaging - not a single stamp

So I went shopping today and started wrapping up the goodies after dinner. I had brought home this cardboard tray to reuse. I had ordered some light bulbs for work and they were all standing up in this tray. I just couldn't throw it out because I just knew I'd be able to use it somehow. I already knew I wanted to make a sliding jacket for it.

Well, I checked my email and saw the PPA Sketch Challenge. I had kept the remnant of a Paper Pumpkin kit I had recently put together because the chevron pieces left a cool design on the paper strip - low and behold the sketch challenge called for chevrons!

I nestled three lotions from Bath and Body Works in the tray with some tissue paper I had kept from last year. I continued the turquoise and blue theme with the designer series paper stack and the rest just came together. The indigo tab is the perfect place to write the recipients name, don't you think?

Stamps: NONE

Paper:
Silver Glimmer Paper #124005, pg 156 $4.95 for 2 12"x12" sheets,
Island Indigo Card Stock #122923, pg 149 $6.95 for 24 80 lb 8.5" x 11" sheets,
Pool Party Card Stock #122924, pg 147 $6.95, (I used a scrap piece of retired Baja Breeze for my background layer.)
Winter Frost Designer Series Paper Stack #132183, pg 29 Holiday Catalog $6.95

Ink: NONE

Tools:
Paper Trimmer #126889, pg 176x $29.95
Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine #113439, pg 184, $99.95
Expressions Thinlits Dies #132171, pg 36Holiday Catalog, $24.95

Adhesive & Accessories:
SNAIL #104332, pg 174 $6.95 for 39 feet, #104331 $4.50 for refill,
Anywhere Glue Sticks #104045, pg 175 $3.95 for 2 sticks 20g each,
Sticky Strip #104294, pg 175 $6.95 for 10 yards,
Large Rhinestone Basic Jewels #129324, pg 171 $4.95 for 40 8mm jewels, 
Rhinestones #119246, pg 171 $4.95 for 150 jewels in varying diameters.

Weekly Deals From Stampin' Up! Nov 26th

Weekly Deals

We hope you enjoy this week's Weekly Deals! 

	Floral Frames Framelits Dies Item # 127012  Regular Price: $26.95 now $20.21
	Peekaboo Frames Bigz Large Die Item # 124587 Regular Price: $32.95 now $24.71
	Soft Sky Classic Stampin' Pad Item # 131181 Regular Price: $5.95 now $4.46
	Regals Stampin' Write Markers Item # 131262 Regular Price: $28.95 now $21.71
	1" Square Punch Item # 124094 Regular Price: $15.95 now $11.96
	Cherry Cobbler 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Item # 130012 Regular Price: $8.95 now $6.71
	Beautifully  Baroque Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 130917 Regular Price: $7.95 now $5.96
	Compilation of Recipes Designer Template Item # 127755 Regular Price: $14.95 now $8.97

Making Christmas Cards Faster

 

Through December 31, we're offering a new trial product-our Cut & Ready Card Bases.

These pre-scored, pre-cut card bases will make it easy for you to create a stack of cards in no time-or even just a card or two. Think of it . . . holiday cards, thank you cards, party invitations, and more in a snap! (We can hear you breathe a sigh of relief.)

The Perfect Holiday Solution for You

Here's why these card bases will help you relax and enjoy the season: You'll save work and time not having to cut and score cards-even if you're simply making a card or two. You'll be able to make multiples in no time. No trimmer required! So Many Color Choices! Our Card Bases are made from Stampin' Up!'s high-quality cardstock! They are available in a variety of colors for any occasion or creative whim. We've chosen these colors to coordinate with the holiday catalog Designer Series Papers-to make it even easier to get those holiday cards done.

The Details
Each Card Base package contains:

• 20 pre-scored, pre-cut cards in one color
• Each card measures 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"-scored at 4-1/4". Finished card size is 4-1/4" x 5-1/2". (Card Bases are packaged flat.)

Description	Item Number	Price
Whisper White Cut & Ready Card Bases	135804	$4.95
Very Vanilla Cut & Ready Card Bases	135805	$4.95
Crumb Cake Cut & Ready Card Bases	135806	$4.95
Smoky Slate Cut & Ready Card Bases	135807	$4.95
Cherry Cobbler Cut & Ready Card Bases	135808	$4.95
Old Olive Cut & Ready Card Bases	135809	$4.95
Pool Party Cut & Ready Card Bases	135810	$4.95

Coordinating Product
You and your customers will definitely want to add a package of envelopes to your Card Bases order. Try any of these:

• Clear Medium Envelopes (item 102619)
• Crumb Cake Medium Envelopes (item 107297)
• Very Vanilla Medium Envelopes (item 107300)
• Whisper White Medium Envelopes (item 107301)

Weekly Deals from Stampin" Up!

Backyard Basics Framelits Dies Price: $24.95 $18.71	Chocolate Chip 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Price: $8.95 $6.71	Color Coach Price: $14.95 $11.21	Little Labels Punch Pack Price: $16.95 $12.71
Pumpkin Pie 3/4" Chevron Ribbon Price: $8.95 $6.71	Subtles Stampin' Write Markers Price: $28.95 $21.71	Talking Tag Message Labels Price: $7.95 $5.96	Unknown Blessings Ensemble - Digital Download Price: $17.95 $10.77

Keep Warm with Bundles on Sale from Stampin' Up!

 

Cycle Celebration Clear-Mount Bundle #136544 Price: was $41.90 now $29.33 
Includes: Cycle Celebration Stamp Set and Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies

Digital Pocket Cards Bundle - Digital Download #136550 Price: was $31.95 now $19.05 
Includes: Happy Things Pocket Cards, Rise & Shine Pocket Cards, This Makes Me Happy Pocket Cards, Chillin Out Pocket Cards, and Simply Life Photo Templates

Digital Stamp Brush Sets Bundle - Digital Download #136551 Price: was $40.65 now $24.39 
Includes: Hugs & Wishes, Notably Ornate, Frame It, Decorative Overlays, Empire Alphabet, Hawaii Papaya, and Tape It Stamp Brush Sets

Friendship Preserves Clear-Mount Bundle #136548 Price: was $24.90 now $17.43 
Includes: Friendship Preserves and Festive Paper- Piercing Pack

Gift Giving Bundle #136532 Price: was $7.45 now $5.96   
Includes: Pretty Presents Designer Tags and Decorative Window Gift Boxes

In Color Embellishments Bundle #136534 Price: was $16.90 now $13.52 
Includes: In Color Boutique Details and In Color Dahlias

It's A Wrap Occasions Clear-Mount Bundle #136546 Price: was $32.90 now $23.03 
Includes: It’s a Wrap Occasions Stamp Set and Petite Curly Label Punch

Metallic Ink Bundle #136533 Price: was $19.90 now $15.92   
Includes: Gold Metallic Encore Pad and Silver Metallic Encore Pad

Morning Post Clear-Mount Bundle #136543 Price: was $42.90 now $30.03 
Includes: Morning Post Numbers Stamp Set and Deco Labels Collection Framelits Dies

Season Of Style This And That Bundle #136531 Price: was $26.80 now $21.44   
Includes: Season of Style This and That Journal, Naughty and Nice This and That Rotary Stamp, Season of Style This and That Designer Stickers, and Season of Style Designer Journaling Tags

Very Merry Artisan Clear-Mount Punch Bundle #136540 Price: was $33.90 now $23.73 
Includes: Very Merry Tag Stamp Set and Artisan Label Punch

Very Merry Curly Punch Clear-Mount Bundle #136538 Price: was $30.90 now $21.63   
Includes: Very Merry Tag Stamp Set and Petite Curly Label Punch

Very Merry Framelits Clear-Mount Bundle #136535 Price: was $42.90 now $30.03 
Includes: Very Merry Tag Stamp Set and Deco Labels Collection Framelits

Wonderful Wreath Wood-Mount Bundle #136542 Price: was $38.90 now $27.23 
Includes: Wonderful Wreath Stamp Set and Circles Collection Framelits Dies

Stampin' Up!'s Holiday Sale

 

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It's here! Did you fill out those wish lists I gave you last week?

Check out these three deals TODAY ONLY!!!

Many Marvelous Markers     131264 Price: was $109.95 TODAY ONLY $76.97
All 38 colors in our color collections (except Whisper White and Very Vanilla) in one sturdy case (shown right). Extra space for In Color markers.
* Dual tipped markers: .5 mm fine point and flexible brush
* Set of 38, packaged in rigid plastic case with handle
* Includes colors from all 4 color collections (does not include Whisper White or Very Vanilla)
* Odorless, water-based dye ink
* Coordinate with Classic Stampin’ Pads and exclusive Stampin’ Up! Cardstock

 Simply Scored Diagonal Plate     125586 Price: was $11.95 TODAY ONLY $8.37
The Simply Scored Diagonal Plate is perfect for quickly creating handcrafted envelopes, boxes, and more--including your own unique score designs!
* Sits on top of the Simply Scored base
* Held securely in place by rubber pads on the back of the plate
* Has etched grooves every 1/8"
* Can score any size card stock up to 12" x 12"
* Includes instructions for creating common envelope sizes

Stampin' Trimmer     126889 Price: was $29.95 TODAY ONLY $20.97
A cutting and scoring tool made with crafters in mind!
* Cutting and scoring. Cut anywhere, in any direction. Full 12" cut or score.
Keep scoring and cutting blades on the track at the same time.
Includes:
1 cutting and 1 scoring blades.
* Measuring. Extended 6-1/4" base. Extend ruler to 15-1/2".
* Storing. Compartment under base to store blades, scoring stylus, more!

Dig the Latest Digital Downloads from Stampin' Up! Nov 19

Endless Wishes Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download #136559 Price: $8.95
Download includes:
* 19-piece stamp brush set (9 SVG, 10 PNG

 

Remembering Christmas Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download #136552 Price: $2.95
Download includes:
* 3-piece SVG stamp brush set

 

Grateful Pocket Cards - Digital Download #136529 Price: $6.95
Download includes:
* 6-page designer template (8-1/2" x 11")
* 26-piece SVG stamp brush set
* 1 Designer Series Paper
* 28 embellishments
Features:
* Digital-exclusive
* Document the everyday happy moments in your life with easy-to-use pocket cards
Colors:
Bashful Blue, Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Dusty Durango, Summer Starfruit, Tempting Turquoise, Whisper White

 

Wonderful Wreath Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download #136530 Price: $1.95
Download includes:
* 1-piece SVG stamp brush

 

Fun With Christmas Stamp Brush Set - Digital Download #136558 Price: $4.95
Download includes:
* 8-piece SVG stamp brush set

Weekly Deals from Stampin' Up!

Weekly Deals!

A new round of weekly deals has started. Make sure you click my Shop Now button to get great product at a discount!

	Adorning Accents Textured Embossing Folder Item # 125601 Regular Price: $8.95 Discounted Price: $6.71
	Autumn Accents Die Item # 127812 Regular Price: $21.95 US Discounted Price: $16.46
	Cherry Cobbler Grosgrain Ribbon Item # 132135 Regular Price: $8.95 US Discounted Price: $6.71
	Cupcake Punch Item # 121807 Regular Price: $16.95 Discounted Price: $12.7
	World Spectacular Ensemble Item #130972 Regular Price: $12.95 Discounted Price: $7.77
	Dress Form Pop N Cuts Item # 130100 Regular Price: $21.95 US Discounted Price: $16.46
	Simply Created Goody Gear Pumpkin Pie Item # 132792 Regular Price: $4.95 US Discounted Price: $3.71
	Rhinestones Large Item # 129324 Regular Price: $4.95 US Discounted Price: $3.7

Can you say Ikat? The newest Photopolymer stamp set from Stampin' Up!