The winners of the Catalog Scavenger Hunt

The winners of the catalog scavenger hunt have been selected! I apologize for the delay but an unforeseen situation came up. But now I can tell you who the winners are!

For being the first person to send in a completed scavenger hunt, the winner is
................................ BETH B!
The winner of the name drawing is
.............................. KRISTA R!

Congratulations, Beth and Krista! Your prizes will be sent to you shortly. I will contact you with further details.

Thank you to all of you who entered the catalog scavenger hunt. I wish I could give you each an award! I hope you will participate in future contests of mine.

Have fun stampin' and creatin'!

Altered Mini Mailbox Tutorial

Altered Mini Mailbox
by Michelle Hoffman

Supplies:
Paper- 4” w x 12” l- Designer Series Paper “Berry Bliss”
Scissors
1/2” circle punch
3/16” corner rounder punch
Sticky Strip
SNAIL adhesive (not pictured)
Paper Cutter
Ruler
4 pieces ribbon- 12” each

Step By Step

Step 1
Cut patterned paper 4” wide by 12” long.

Step 2
On the mailbox, move the flag into the up position. Measure the distance from the center of the rivet on the flag to the rim of the front lid. The distance should be approximately 5/8”.

Step 3
Decide which way you want the design of the paper to lay on the mailbox, and then mark your paper with the measurement you just made. You can draw a line or a dot on the paper where the center of the rivet on the flag would be.

Step 4
Using the 1/2” circle punch, punch a hole on the mark you just made. Then cut a slit from the front edge of your paper to the punched circle. This will allow you to fit the paper around the rivet on the flag.

Step 5
Place a piece of sticky strip on each wide end. Place the paper on the mailbox, fitting the hole around the flag and rivet.

Step 6
Peel the red liner off one strip and attach to the bottom of the mailbox. I prefer to attach the side with the hole punched out first to assure that the hole is lined up correctly.

Step 7
Then repeat on the other side.

Step 8
Take a coordinating piece of patterned paper and trace the lid onto the paper three times. You will need two pieces for the two lids plus one piece to attach to the inside of the front lid. I simply cut inside of the lines in order to get the proper width, but you may want to measure to get it exact. The measurements of the paper for the front of the two lids should be 3” wide by 3.5” long at the highest peak. The piece for the inside of the front lid needs to be smaller than the front pieces, measuring 2-15/16” wide by 3-3/8” long at the highest peak.

Step 9
Round the bottom corners of each piece with a corner rounder punch.

Step 10
Apply adhesive to the backside of the patterned pieces and attach to the lids. If any paper overhangs the lids, trim carefully with sharp scissors.

Step 11
Take one of the 12” pieces of ribbon and apply SNAIL adhesive to one side. Attach to the mailbox. Repeat with the other three pieces of ribbon.

Step 12
Embellish as desired.

Mini Mailboxes

The following projects are plastic mini mailboxes which were found at Target's Dollar Spot. Some Target locations still carry these in stock. The last two mailboxes pictured in this post were made and given to me by a talented friend.

Designed and Created by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp set: Holidays & Wishes
Paper: Berry Bliss Designer Series Paper, Chocolate Chip, Purely Pomegranate card stock
Ink: Rose Red Classic Ink

Accessories: Mini mailbox, ribbon, scissors, 1/8" circle punch, 1/2” circle punch, 3/16” corner rounder punch, 5 petal flower punch, Pretties kit, sticky strip, SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter, ruler, pencil
*Please note that we will be duplicating this mailbox at my stamp class next Wednesday (February 6). Be sure to sign up for the class if you are interested :)

Designed and Created by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp set: Fabulous Flowers
Paper: Cutie Pie Designer Series Paper, Rose Red, Wild Wasabi, So Saffron card stock
Ink: Rose Red Classic Ink

Accessories: Mini mailbox, ribbon, scissors, scallop circle punch, 1" circle punch, 1/2” circle punch, chunky glitter, 2-way glue pen, Stampin' Dimensionals, sticky strip, SNAIL adhesive, paper cutter, ruler, pencil

Designed and Created by Alicia TW
Paper: Loves Me Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Mini mailbox, grosgrain ribbon- chocolate and rose, narrow organdy- white, scissors, 1/2” circle punch, sticky strip, glue dots, paper cutter

Designed and Created by Alicia TW
Stamp set: Beyond the Basics, Greetings Galore, Word by Word
Paper: Whisper White Card Stock
Ink: Real Red and Basic Black Classic ink, Stampin’ Write markers- black, red

Accessories: Mini mailbox, ribbon- red, white, black grosgrain and black & white gingham and wide black organdy, eyelets, 1/2” circle punch, sticky strip, scissors, paper cutter

Stampin' Up! catalog scavenger hunt

I am hosting a scavenger hunt with questions about the new Spring/Summer Collection 2008 catalog. This will help us to learn the layout of the catalog and see all the great new products. If you don't have a copy of the catalog, you may order one from me or your local demonstrator or view the catalog on-line at http://www.stampinup.com/us/enu/Default.asp

There are no rules for this contest. Simply answer the questions and e-mail me at stampinmichelleh@aol.com with your answers by January 20 (Sunday) at 11 PM. You do not need to be a SU! demonstrator or a customer of mine to participate. Two prizes will be awarded: one prize to the first person who answers all the questions correctly and the second prize will be awarded by a drawing of the names of those who answer the questions correctly. The prizes to be awarded will be samples of some of our new catalog products in an altered container.

Post a comment or e-mail me if you have any questions. Have fun and good luck!

1. What is the color scheme for the Eastern Eclectic style?
2. In which hostess appreciation level is "From the Garden"?
3. Which stamp set would be ideal to use for someone in the military?
4. Where would you find "God's little lamb"?
5. Which stamp set in the catalog is featured in this month's Valentine's Day promotion?
6. Where did Dominik take a trip to?
7. From the sales of which stamp set will Stampin' Up! donate to Ronald McDonald House Charities?
8. Which stamp set would you use to create scallops?
9. Which stamp set would I use to stamp "This belongs to" on a book?
10. Which stamp set states "Never Stop Believing"?
11. Which colors are In Color?
12. What is "Berry Bliss"?
13. Which card stock colors come in "Tie the Knot" Simply Scrappin' Kit?
14. How many colors does the "Flower Fusion" felt flowers come in?
15. What is "My Way"?
16. Where will you find "Good Times"?
17. Which product comes in a choice of "Chunky" or "Fine"?
18. Where will you find "Clear Round Rhinestone Brads"?
19. What is "Sherbert"?
20. Which product gives you the choice of "Pink, Blue, Green, Orange, Red, or Silver"?

A Few Christmas Cards

Gate Fold Card- made by Michelle Hoffman
Tutorial: http://beate.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/2007/06/10/gate-fold-card-tutorial/

Gate Fold Card- made by Michelle Hoffman
Tutorial: http://beate.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/2007/06/10/gate-fold-card-tutorial/

Tag Punch Star Card- designed and made by Michelle Hoffman
Tutorial for tag punch star: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/tag_punch_star/

Peaceful Wishes Card- designed and made by Michelle Hoffman

Christmas Cards Sent to Me

Unique Fold Christmas Card Swap- Made by various Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators

Christmas Card Designed by Florence Savarese
Her blog: http://flofollies.blogspot.com/

Christmas Card by Marilee L

Christmas Card Designed by Amy Jolley

Christmas Card Designed by Pat W

Christmas Projects

Peppermint Sandwiches- Idea from Rochelle Wick at http://impressionsbyrochelle.blogspot.com/
Stamp set: Holiday Tag Team
Paper: Yoyo Yellow, Ballet Blue, Real Red, Glorious Green, Whisper White
Ink: Glorious Green, Real Red, Ballet Blue Classic ink
Accessories: Scallop Punch, 1 1/4” and 1 3/8” Circle Punches, Glue Dots, York Peppermint Patties

Chipboard Art- Designed by Janet Y
Stamp set: Big Deal Alphabet
Paper: River Rock, Mellow Moss, Real Red, Old Olive, Very Vanilla, Dashing Designer Series Paper
Ink: Real Red, Mellow Moss, River Rock, Old Olive classic ink
Accessories: Chipboard Coasters (4), Paper Trimmer, Mod Podge, Foam Brush, Sanding Block, Crop-A-Dile, SNAIL adhesive, 1/4” Real Red Grosgrain ribbon


Altered Mailbox- Designed by Amy Jolley
Stamp set: Retired Christmas set
Paper: Dashing Designer Series Paper, Real Red, Mellow moss, Whisper White Card stock
Ink: Real Red, Old Olive Classic Ink, Watercolor Crayons
Accessories: Mailbox, Paper Trimmer, Mod Podge, SNAIL adhesive, Aqua Blender Pen, 1/4” Always Artichoke Grosgrain ribbon, Liquid Appliqué

Christmas Tin Pail and Tag- Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp set: Holiday Tag Team
Paper: Whisper White Card stock
Ink: Real Red, Brocade Blue, Apricot Appeal, Basic Black Classic Ink, Whisper White Craft Ink
Accessories: Tin, Paper Trimmer, Corner Tag punch, Blender Pen, 2-Way Glue Pen, Romantic Red Glitter

Altered Jars- Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp sets: Warm Words, Circle of Friendship
Paper: Blue Bayou “Prints” DSP, Green Galore, Real Red, Whisper White card stock
Ink: Real Red, Blue Bayou Classic Ink
Accessories: Plastic Jars, Paper Trimmer, Scallop Punch, 1/8”, 1” and 1 1/4” Circle Punches, Dimensionals, SNAIL adhesive, Sticky Strip, Green Galore Brads, 1/4” Real Red Grosgrain Ribbon, Holiday Mix M&M’s

Snowman Paper Lantern- Idea by Tracey Roy at http://www.lakeshorestamper.typepad.com/
Stamp Set: Holiday Tag Team
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black, Real Red, Pumpkin Pie
Ink: Glorious Green, Real Red Stampin’ Write Markers
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Crop-A-Dile, 1/8”, 1/2”, 1 1/4” Circle Punches, Coluzzle Cutting System, Paper Snips, Paper Trimmer, Glue Dots, 2-Way Glue Pen, Whisper White 1/4” Grosgrain Ribbon, Real Red 5/8” Grosgrain Ribbon, Romantic Red Glitter

Snowflake Ornament- Idea by Mary Jo Price-Williams at http://technostamper.blogspot.com
Paper: Wintergreen DSP
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Scissors, Silver Elastic Cord, 2-Way Glue Pen, Ruler, Pencil, Stapler, Beads (optional)

Paper Lantern Ornaments- Idea from Stampin’ Up! 2007 Convention
Paper: “Dashing” Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Crop-A-Dile, Grosgrain Ribbon, Bead (optional)
Sizes of lanterns: 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8”.

Vellum Lantern Ornaments- Idea by Julie Buhler at http://paperpleasing.typepad.com

Stamp sets: Frosty, Holiday Tag Team
Paper: Vellum
Ink: Versamark Embossing Ink
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Crop-A-Dile, Silver Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Grosgrain Ribbon
Size of lanterns: 4”

Scalloped ornament- Idea by Lisa Somerville at http://lisasomerville.blogspot.com/
Paper: Dashing Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Scallop Punch, Scoring Tool, 2-Way Glue Pen, Beads from Pretties Kit, Elastic Cord

Christmas Chipboard Ornament- Made at demonstrator meeting November 2007

Stamp set: Punch Pals
Paper: Dashing Designer Series Paper, Real Red Textured Card Stock, Whisper White Card Stock
Ink: Stampin’ Write Markers in Basic Black, Real Red, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie
Accessories: Cardboard Square, Paper Trimmer, Crop-A-Dile, Sticky Strip, Stampin’ Dimensionals, red Gingham Ribbon, Fibers

Treat Pouch- Idea from Stampin’ Success magazine, June 2006 issue
Stamp set: Holiday Tag Team
Paper: Dashing and Holiday Harmony Designer Series Paper, Always Artichoke, Old Olive, Real Red, River Rock, Very Vanilla Card Stock
Ink: Real Red, Old Olive, Rose Red Classic Ink
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Bone Folder, Sticky Strip, Glue Dots, Scallop Punch, 1 1/4” and 1 3/8” Circle Punches, Small Cellophane Bag, 1/4” Grosgrain Ribbon, Assorted Candies, Shredded Card Stock

Altered Picture Frame- Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Paper: Wintergreen Designer Series Paper
Accessories: Paper Trimmer, Hobby Knife, Mod Podge, Foam Brush, Sanding Block, White Craft Paint, Ribbon Originals “District”

Christmas Candle- Designed by Michelle Hoffman
Stamp sets: Peaceful Wishes, “So Swirly” Stampin’ Around Jumbo wheel
Ink: Bravo Burgundy Stampin’ Around Jumbo Cartridge, Always Artichoke Classic Ink
Accessories: 6” Candle, Tissue Paper, Wax Paper, Heating Tool, Cellophane Clear Wrap, String, Purely Pomegranate Satin Ribbon

Holy Triptych Card with Removable Pin

The angel on the front of this card is a removable pin. This card was made and given to me by Kay M. Thank you for this beautiful card, Kay!

Removable angel pin

Back of the pin with magnet pulled apart.

Magnet back together.