Punch Board Purse

Hello Hivers,

I can't believe that it is almost time for this Annual and Occasions catalog to be over.  I will miss some of the retiring products.  The Falling in Love DSP, Botanical Builder framelits, and the Botanical Blooms stamp set will all be retiring.  I found the tutorial for this purse on Pinterest or Youtube...I can't remember.  I can't seem to find it.  I really like the design...no 12" x 12" card sock needed.  I will have to search harder for this tutorial because I know I would like to make more.

Don't forget to stop by the newly updated Clearance Rack for some great deals...and check on the Retirement List, as well.  All items are while supplies last.

Update:  Found the tutorial HERE.

As always, thanks for Buzzzing by the Hive today.
Until next time....Buzzz you later.

Gift Bag Backpack

Hello Hivers,

Today's project is another that I found on Youtube.  I used the Falling in Love Designer Series Paper on this bag.  I just love this DSP.  It makes for beautiful projects.  I opted to add a flap for closure to my bag and at the last moment, I thought it would make a cute backpack...so I added the straps on the back.  I also didn't have any Early Espresso 12" x 12" card stock to create the bag, so I had to figure out the measurements using 8.5" x 11" card stock.  I think I did a great job.

Measurements

Bag
8.5" x 11"
Score on the short side at 1.75"
Score on the long side at 3.5", 5.25", 8.75", and 10.5"

Flap
3.5" x 2.75" Score at 1" on the short side.  (add inside on back panel)

Follow Ann's instructions in the video on how to put it all together.

As always, thanks for Buzzzing by the Hive today.
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Detailed Floral Purse

Hello Hivers,

Here is a beautiful purse that I made using the Awesome tutorial by Bibi Cameron.  I love how this purse turned out.  I am thinking of using it for Mother's Day...maybe to gift an array of gift cards or Lottery scratch offs.

As always, thanks for Buzzzing by the Hive today.
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One Sheet Purse

Hello Hivers,

I've been on Pinterest again.  I found a video tutorial for making this cute purse.  It uses an entire 12 x 12 sheet of the Presents & Pinecones DSP.  I made a banner using the Triple Banner punch and Jar of Cheer stamp set to decorate the purse.  I added the bows using the Everyday Jar framelits.  I cut them out then stamped.  Sometimes I find that is easier with the small images.  Which way do you prefer to do things?

Until next time....Buzzz you later.

Pretty in Pink

Hello Hivers,

Okay...I forgot this project was part of the teacher appreciation gifts from last year.  The tag has the teachers initial on it. I used two different letter "B's", one on each side of the tag.

Just about all of the items used are now retired.  But the purse is still pretty.  It can easily be recreated with current products.

Until next time....Buzzz you later,
Honeybee

Handbag

Hello Hivers,

Here is a handbag that I created using my favorite colors...Red and Black.  I used a tutorial I found over at Persephone's Papercraft.

I used the retired Back to Black DSP to decorate with.  I also added a tag with my personalized stamp.  I so wish that Stampin' Up! would have continued to offer these.

Until next time....Buzzz you later,
Honeybee

Back to Black Purse

Hello Hivers,

I love making purses/bags to use when I'm giving gifts.  I viewed a video tutorial over at papercraftbutton.blogspot.com

(which, by the way, is where I seen the tutorial for the Long Grad Wallet I shared 2 weeks ago).

I used some Back to Black DSP (retired) and Basic Black card stock to create this purse.  I just love how it turned out.  You could easily substitute the DSP I used for the current Everyday Chic Designer Series Paper.



Until next time....Buzzz you later,
Honeybee

Sunshine Bag

Hello Hivers,

This bag was designed using a tutorial I found on Pinterest.  I added a little pocket on the outside that can hold a gift card or a small note card.  I wanted to do something different with the closure, and it took me a long time to decide on using these brads.  And wouldn't you know it, I'm still not satisfied in the way it turned out.  Sometimes things look different in my head.

Until next time....Buzzz you later,
Honeybee

12 x 12 Purse

Hello Hivers,

Well wouldn't you know it.  Frenchie had a video tutorial on how to make those adorable little purses that I shared bigger.  Now you know I had to make a few.  I used the Twitterpated DSP found in the current Occasions Mini Catalog (see side bar for link), to cover the front of two of the purses. Various punches and dies were used to create the flowers.  The Mixed Bunch stamp set was used on the middle purse.  How do you like them?  Leave a comment and let me know.

 Thanks so much for buzzzing by.
Until next time..... Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

6 x 6 DSP Purse

Hello Hivers,

 I have mentioned, more than a few times, that I am not very creative.  I can follow directions and copy just about anything though.  These cute little purses are no exception.  I found the video tutorial for them over at Stamp & Scrap with Frenchie.  I used the NEW Summer Smooches DSP to create these little gems.  They are just too adorable.

Until next time..... Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

Petite Purse Tutorial

Hello Hivers,

Today I am sharing the video on how to put together the purse made from the new Petite Purse Die.

  Here you will see the cute Petite Purse Die in action,

by SU corporate designer Emily Montoya.

Enjoy your day and thanks for buzzzing by.

 Until next time....Buzzz you later,
Honeybee

Enchanted Box in a Bag

Hello Hivers,
Time is running out.  Sale-A-Bration is almost over.  You have until March 31, 2012 to get your FREE sale-a-bration items.  Click HERE for more details.

Todays project uses the beautiful Designer Series Paper called Everyday Enchantment.  You get 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs.  12"x12" for Free with any $50 order before tax and shipping.
I used Peach Parfait as an accent color to make the Scalloped trim around the bottom and the Top Note that holds the handles.  The flower is made using the Five Petal punch and a brad from the Everyday Enchantment Ribbon and Brad Pack (SAB item).

To make this purse I started off with a piece of card stock cut at 8.5 x 7 scored it at 1.5 on all four sides. This makes the box part of the bag.  Next, I used 2 sheets of DSP cut at 6 x 10.5 to make the "walls" of the purse.  The trim around the bottom was made using 2 pieces of card stock cut at 1.5 x 10.5

Thanks for buzzzing by the Hive.
 Until next time..... Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

Petite Purse

Hello Hivers,

Isn't this little purse just adorable?  I made it using the New Petite Purse die that will be available in April from Stampin' Up!.   I used the Mocha Morning DSP on this project and added a flower made from the Boho Blossom punch with a pearl for the center.  I colored the pearl with a black Sharpie marker.

 Until next time..... Buzzz U Later
 Honeybee

Another Top Note Purse

Hello Hivers,
I just had to make another one of these cute purses using the Top Note die. For this purse I used the Sweet Always DSP and Only Orange card stock. I ran some Pumpkin Pie 1/4" ribbon down the center of the Chocolate Chip ribbon to create the handle. I used a Jumbo brad for the button on this purse. I also gave it a little flare with the Swirls and Scribbles die.

Enjoy your day. Leave me a comment and I will enjoy mine.
Until next time.....
Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

Top Note Purse

Hello Hivers,
I have been seeing these cute purses all over SCS and other blogs. I just had to make one. I think this turned out pretty good. I used 2 Top Notes and the large Scallop Circle die to create this purse. I decorated it with the Sweet Always DSP and the Swirls Scribbles Sizzlits die. I added 2 Jumbo eyelets to the flap to hold the ribbon in place for the handle. I used 5/8" Chocolate Chip ribbon with 1/4" Whisper White grosgrain ribbon down the middle. The "button" on the flap is a Filigree brad with a Circle Rhinestone brad in the center.

Thanks for buzzzing by my hive today. Leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

Until next time.....
Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

Becky's Tote-ally Awesome Tote - CASE

Hello Hivers,

I spent three days making today's project. It does not take that long to make, however, I just had to make mine faux leather. That takes a while to do all the pieces. Then there is the fact that I couldn't decided what stamp set to use with this project. I finally decided to use True Friends and Boho Backgrounds due to the fact that leather reminds me of Cowboys and these sets are a bit cowboyish...right.

(post it note holder)
Well, I got the tutorial for this project from Inking Idaho's blog. She does great work. I can't come up with stuff like this. I can however copy just about anything...LOL. I think my Tote looks more like a briefcase. I changed a couple of things on my tote. I put the three small pockets on the inside, I added 4 gift tags and did not include the pen. The other items in the tote are 4 cards w/envelopes, post it note holder, and 2 book markers.

(book markers) (gift tags)

Supplies: Kraft, Baja Breeze, and Very Vanilla card stock; Parisian Breeze Specialty DSP; Baja Breeze, Chocolate Chip, Basic Black, River Rock (retired), and VersaMark ink; Clear Embossing Powder; Bone Folder, Scallop Edge, Curly Label, Round Tab, Scallop Circle, Boho Blossoms,

1 1/4, 1 3/8 Circle punches; Rhinestone, Corduroy, and Metallic Brads; Linen Thread, Baja Breeze and Chocolate Chip double stitched ribbon, 1 1/4 Chocolate Chip and Taffeta ribbon; Jumbo eyelets and Crop-A-Dile; Flower for All Seasons stamp set.

(inside view) (back view)

Until next time.....
Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

3x3 Purse Tutorial

Hello Hivers,
I have gotten lots of request to give a tutorial on how to make this Note Card Purse.
I don't have step by step pictures to show you......sorry. It is very simple and you should understand how to put it together from the directions.....Here we go.

You will need:

--Inside Pockets--
2 pieces of card stock--5 1/4" x 3 3/4"
**score at 1/2" and 1" on both short ends and one long end.

--Purse--
1 piece of card stock--7 1/2" x 3 1/2"
**score at 3 1/4" flip and repeat on opposite end.

--Purse Flap--
Cut out one Stampin' Up! Top Note out of card stock.
**cover with VersaMark ink and then cover with Clear Embossing Powder.

Use your Bone Folder and make lines to create a design that resembles alligator skin. Be sure to press hard when making your lines...blow off excess powder. Heat emboss.

Apply sticky strip to 1/2 of the back of the Top Note. Bend as if you were going to fold in half to find center and punch 2 holes for ribbon to make your strap. Tie a knot on each end of ribbon after inserted through the holes.

Apply sticky strip to outside edge on all sides scored on Inside Pockets. Attach to inside of purse, one on each side.

Attach top not to the back of purse. Punch hole in the Top Note above the center point and apply a Designer brad. Apply Velcro dot on back of brad and adhere to front of purse.

Be sure to design your purse before you put anything together. The cards that will fit inside should be cut at 6x3 and scored at 3.

Enjoy.

*Note: my purse and cards are smaller. These note cards are no longer available so I made the tutorial for 3x3 cards.

Until next time.....
Buzzz U Later
Honeybee

Note Card Holder

Hello Hivers,

This cute little bag is holding 4 note cards and envelopes.

I used some of my retired items for this project. The card stock I used is old In Colors: Soft Sky and Wild Wasabi and the DSP is Winter Green and Porcelain Prints.

I used the Bigz Top Note Die to make the flap of the purse. I embossed the Soft Sky piece to make it look like leather. The button is a brad from the Circle Designer Brads. The handle is retired double stitched River Rock ribbon.

I used the Scallop Edge and Eyelet Border punches on the cards along with Wild Wasabi and Sage Shadow Ribbon. The images and sentiments are from the stamp set Pocket Silhouettes. I also used the Canvas background stamp (retired) on the outside of the holder along with my paper piercing tool.

Enjoy the remainder of your day. Thanks for buzzzing by.

Until next time.....
Buzzz U Later
Honeybee