Sunday, May 6, 2012

Keep Calm for Mom - Paper Players #94

It's Sunday and that is great for TWO reasons! Not only is it time for anther fab challenge over at the Paper Players...but it is also my husband's birthday! Happy Birthday, sweetie! But you came here for some stamping, right? So let's get to the challenge at hand. This week, the lovely Nance is our hostess and she has a Theme Challenge for us. It's all about MOM at the Paper Players, this week! 
For my project, I was inspired by my own Mom. Seriously, that lady loves to shop. Ha! Guess I know where I get it from! What better Mother's Day gift, then one centered around the "sport" of shopping? Give it up for some new Stampin' Up! goodies! Whoo hoo! As soon as I saw the new Keep Calm Hostess set from the upcoming catalog, I knew I had to have it. "Keep Calm and Shop On" is probably the best sentiment EVER! Paired with that sweet handbag image...ahhh, that is pure shopping bliss! I used the colors in the new Floral District DSP for the project, too. I am seriously, loving this new paper! 

After stamping those handbags, I remembered that I had the Petite Purse die which I bought a few months ago and never used. Hello there, coordinating gift box..with more bling, of course! All of the supplies I used are listed at the end of the post, but please feel free to email me if you have any questions. :) 
This bitty handbag can hold some chocolates or in this case, a piece of jewelry. The reverse side of the paper was NOT a coordinating color...so, I had to die cut a second purse in Lucky Limeade card stock and glued the patterned paper to it. This way, when the purse is opened, the inside matches the color-theme. 
Here is a shot of the inside of the card, which I turned into a gift card holder. With that sentiment, you almost have to add some spending power for the recipient, don't you? I simply added Sticky Strip around the sides and bottom of the Lucky Limeade card stock, to create a "pocket" for the gift card. It's a gift card holder, designed as a card! Super simple and can easily be adapted for any occasion! 
Thanks for stopping by! I sure hope you will join us over at the Paper Players and share your creations for Mother's Day. The challenge is open until Friday, May 11th until Noon (PST). Please stop by and visit the rest of the gals on the Design Team, to see their beautiful projects:

The Paper Players Design Team
Anne Marie Hile (you are here)

Welcome our Guest Designer for May: 

Have a super Sunday! 
I'm off to spend the day with my favorite Birthday Boy! *grin*
Hugs, 

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Stampin' Up! Supply List: 
Stamps: Keep Calm (NEW, Hostess), Teeny Tiny Wishes and You're a Gem (inside)
Paper: Floral District DSP (NEW), Lucky Limeade, Rich Razzleberry and Whisper White card stock 
Ink: Rich Razzleberry and Lucky Limeade Classic ink
Punches: 1" Circle punch, 1- 1/4" Circle punch, Scallop Trim Border punch, Word Window punch, Modern Label punch, 1/4" Circle punch, Bitty Punch Pack (flower on the handbag)
Accessories: Petite Purse Bigz die, Bitty Banners Framelits die (NEW) , Dazzling Details colored with Rich Razzleberry re-inker, Basic Rhinestones and Stampin Dimensionals
Non-SU! Accessories: Amazon Gift Card

27 comments:

  1. WOWZERS Anne! So gorgeous!! I am LOVING all the new stuff. And, I love your choice in colors. You rock friend!

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  2. Wow ... this is stunning .... what a great ensemble and love the new goodies, yep that paper is pretty gorgeous too ...

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  3. Get out!!! Anne Marie this is the cutest little set. Lovin the tiny purse. Happy birthday to your hubs ;)

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  4. Oh I love seeing the new stuff! Great colors - and great design!~ And a great gift - I could spend an Amazon gift card in a flash!

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  5. Ann Marie this is too too cute and I LOVE your color choice. The peeks I've seen are goreous and i can't wait for the new book! OMG hold me down... and be still my heart! Happy Hubby day too.

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  6. Happy birthday Dave! Love this combo you created AM, the colours and the little purse is absolutely adorable! I want that "Keep Calm" set!!! Yippee!
    Hugs,
    Lesley

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  7. Oh my gosh could this emsemble be more amazing?! Love all the new goodies, you have showcased them fabulously! I was a "good" girl and have yet to place my preorder but you can bet I will be staying up tonight lol!
    Oh and happy birthday to your hubby I am sure you will have a fun day together.

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  8. Adorable! Love that little purse and card!
    Lynn

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  9. Absolutely adorable, Anne Marie! I NEED that set! lol

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  10. I'm beginning to think I am in trouble when that new catalog comes out. :O I've been seeing glimpses of that stamp set and I know that's going to be on my list! Thanks for the reminder to start using my purse die! I think it is SO cute!! :) Love what you created for your mom! She's going to love this! I think that die will be perfect for little girl gifts too!! :)

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  11. Really, really cute! I love that "subway art" stuff and you've made a perfect little gift card set!

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  12. This is fantastic AM! Love these colors and the layout you've used. So much seeing the new paper and stamps--love how you popped up the center sentiment with the itty bitty banner! The purse is adorable and I'm certain your mother will love the gift set! Thanks for rockin' the mother's day challenge!

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  13. I love this matching card and bag (wish we had this die in Australia!). The colours are gorgeous together and I love the gift holder in your card.

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  14. Beautiful purse & card. Love the colors & sentient!

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  15. I love this little set, fantastic!

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  16. OMG- so cute!!!!!!!!! This is perfect for a mom who likes to shop! I love the green and purple combo!!!!!!!!!!!! Your mom will love this!!!!!

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  17. This is precious. I think any mom would love it, but especially the younger ones. Thanks

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  18. What a gorgeous color combo! Love the card and the purse is amazing!

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  19. This is just too fun! I love the gift card holder and your use of that beautiful new paper! Delicious!

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  20. Lol, shopping is always a calming activity. I love the little purse.

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  21. awww. wonderful projects Anne, LOVE the little purse! xoxo

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  22. Stunning creations & great colours too..
    hugs and xxx
    Gemma

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  23. I hope your hubby had a great birthday! That purse is adorable! My MIL loves to shop too and I know she would love something like that for Mother's Day. Love the colors too.

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  24. OH MY Anne Marie, this set is so adorable, I didn't really think much of that set til I saw your wonderful set!! Now I must get it!!

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  25. Gorgeous card and that purse is just too cute! I love the green and purple together, such a great combination. Your mother will LOVE this! :)

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  26. Love it, Anne Marie! Such a sweet idea to plan a card because of your mom's love for shopping!! And what's even better is that your card doubles as a gift card holder. Sweet! Loving the matching purse, too. ;) I just got the Floral District DSP today...can't wait to play!

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  27. Look at you getting all crafty with your new goodies!! This set is gorgeous and perfect for Mother's Day! I love that stamp set too, but held off on ordering it for now (gotta stop the order somewhere...) Love the idea of cutting a coordinating cardstock for the inside of the purse!

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Have a great day! :)
Anne Marie