If you have been following along with us this week, you have probably already seen some of the amazing things that Lisa Johnson has created with her newest release, Love Songs. Not only does this set feature adorable images, it also has a lot of sentimental value to it which many people will identify with. To quote Lisa, "Love Songs is a fun valentines set of 38 stamps in which the images
and sentiments are based on some of the most popular and memorable
songs about love." Now, what's not to love about that!
For my project today, I thought I would show you a little something I plan on doing as a Valentine's Day surprise for my children this year! It is a tradition that wake up in the morning on the big day with a special Valentine treat waiting beside their beds. Last year it was a little mailbox with a few love notes in it and some candy. This year I thought it would be fun to make Strawberry Marshmallow Cones! Do you recognize the box that I packaged it in? It is Papertrey's exclusive My Timeless Templates For Keep{sake} Box. I just made the window a bit taller and created the lid from acetate rather than cardstock. I stamped a polka-dot lining for the box with vintage cream ink onto berry sorbet cardstock. A small raised tray inside with a hole cut the diameter of the cone helps hold it in place perfectly. I loved the way it worked out to use this template because it was quick and easy packaging, making the cone look like it is from a fancy bakery!
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To create this special delicacy, you simply make the standard Rice Crispy Treat recipe, only using strawberry marshmallows instead of the regular white ones. Also, rather then pressing the mixture into a pan to form bars, you fill the cone and mold a small "scoop" on top. A few sprinkles are the finishing touch! I know my kids will LOVE eating these! Wouldn't these be adorable to have as little favors for a birthday party or something too?!?!?
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The ice cream cone image from Lisa's new set is the perfect image to go along with this yummy little gift. I used it along with the "all you need is love" sentiment circle. Not only did it create the perfect frame for the cone image, but it also conveys my feelings for my family as well..all you need is love to keep a family happy & content!
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I think the cone & scoops look fabulous when cut out and put on foam dimensionals. Their simple lines make it really easy to trim them out. I accented the cone image with a few dabs of stickles ans a rhinestone. A little sparkle always adds a little something special to a project! Kind of like a string of pearls added to finish off your favorite outfit!
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The card is a mini 3x3 size. I love this size when I am making things for my kids or their classmates. Its quick and easy but also is just the right size for little hands.
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The tag on the box lid coordinates with focal point on the front of the card. It's simply tied in place with a bit of hemp.
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I hope you enjoyed today's project! If you haven't already, be sure to stop by Lisa's blog and see the projects she has created with this adorable set. She's really hitting it out of the park this month! We would love to hear your thoughts about Love Songs! What do you think of the set? Do you identify with any of the love songs she has referred to doing her countdown thus far? Be sure and comment today for a chance to win your very own copy of...
Love Songs stamp set!
The Fine Print: One comment will be chosen randomly as the winner. The winner will be announced around 11:30pm EST, Friday, December 12th right here at the end of this post. Please play nice, only one comment per person.
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Congratulations, Kristyn! Please email customer service with your shipping information so we can get your prize package out to you! And thank you to everyone else for sharing your excitement with me about these sets! I appreciate it so much!
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Don't forget, you can see another project created with Love Songs on Lisa's blog today!
Candice has a bit more to share with you about Forest Friends!
Lauren reveals some examples using the second template being released this month!
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Stamps: Love Songs (available December 15th), Polka Dot Basics
Ink: Vintage Cream, Berry Sorbet, Dark Chocolate palette, So Saffron SU! (cone)
Paper: Berry Sorbet, Vintage Cream
Other: Berry Sorbet stitched ribbon, 1-1/4" circle punch from EK Success, extra-jumbo scalloped circle punch from Marvy, acetate from Office Depot, hemp twine from Wal-Mart, adhesive rhinestone from Paper Studios, Star Dust Stickles from Ranger, foam dimensionals from Fiskars, Glue Dots (for adhering acetate box lid together), Scor-tape (for assembling box template)
Finished Size: 3 x 3 inches (card), 3 x 5.5 inches (box)
"Very cute, Nichole. I'm lovin' this preview week...it is soooo fun getting a peak at the various sets and accessories. Thank you!"
Posted by: Kristyn Sinnott | December 12, 2008 at 01:15 PM