For our June project club we created this beautiful paper rose explosion box. The box could be used as a mini scrapbook, card, or gift wrapping.



Paper Rose Picture Tutorial using a flower punch
http://meholder.blogspot.com/2009/03/paper-flower-tutorial.html
Paper Rose Video Tutorial without a flower punch:
http://scrampingaddict.typepad.com/scrampaddict/2010/05/one-more-mothers-day-a-paper-rose-tutorial.html
Explosion Box Picture Tutorial:
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/resources/tutorials/explosion_box/

These are three of the cards from the Topstich Workshop on the Go . The workshop kit features an exclusive stamp Love Is in the Air , a full Topstich Level 2 Paper Packet, the Mini-Medley Accents Colonial White Collection, and a step by step workshop guide.
For a limited time, get the Topstich workshop kit for a discounted price of $29.95.
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These beautiful cards layout are from the Veranda Workshop on the Go by Close to My Heart. The workshop kit features an exclusive stamp set Follow Your Heart, a full Veranda Level 2 Paper Packet, a pack of filigree charms, and a step by step workshop guide.
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This beautiful scrapbook layout is from the Veranda Workshop on the Go by Close to My Heart. The workshop kit features an exclusive stamp set Follow Your Heart, a full Veranda Level 2 Paper Packet, a pack of filigree charms, and a step by step workshop guide.
Contact us today to learn how to get the workshop kit for a discounted price of $29.95!

This cool layout is from the You Rock Workshop on the Go . The workshop kit features an exclusive stamp Just Be You , a full You Rock Level 2 Paper Packet, the Outdoor Denim Mini-Medleys Accents Collection, and a step by step workshop guide.
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This adorable booklet could be easily used as a mini scrapbook or a greeting card for a special occasion. It uses less than one sheet of 12×12 patterned (B&T) paper, and one sheet 12×12 of cardstock. Special thanks to CTMH consultant Karen Gerlach for designing this beautiful project in topstitch & inspiring the other creations.
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Special thanks to CTMH consultant Kim Fleck for designing this beautiful workshop & sharing the instructions!
This easy 10 card workshop only requires two sheets of 12×12 patterned (B&T) paper, and three sheets of 12×12 card stock. There are five card designs, and when you are finished, you’ll have two of each of the five card designs. Using the cutting template, cut out all the pieces for your cards, and label them by card number on the back.
Cutting Template (PDF)
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Special thanks to CTMH consultants Kandi Gallegos-Garcia & Linda Wendeborn for designing this beautiful card & sharing the instructions!


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Materials:
Z1039 Create-a-Shade Pearl Paint See Online
X7105B Emporium Level II Paper Pack See Online
Z280 Natural Hemp See Online
C1299 Butterfly Kiss See Online
D1303 Classmate Alphabet See Online
Ink Pads: Garden Green, New England Ivy, Bamboo See Online
Cardstock: Twilight, Garden Green, Colonial White See Online
Fine Mist Spray Bottle
Sponge See Online
Rubbing Alcohol
Card Cut List:
3½ x 6 Colonial White CS, scored and folded for card base
3 x 3 Tiny Circles B&T
2¼ x 2¾ Twilight CS
2 x 2½ Colonial White CS
2 x 2½ Garden Green CS (for stamping wings)
Directions:
1. Create Shimmer Mist. See Shimmer Mist Recipe
2. Sponge edges of all CS & B&T with Bamboo Ink as desired.
3. Stamp the two layered dragonfly images on the 2 x 2½ Colonial White CS using Garden Green Ink. Use second generation for solid background image, and first generation for the darker outline image.
4. Stamp the sentiment on the 2 x 2½ Colonial White CS using Garden Green Ink.
5. Stamp outline dragonfly image on the 2 x 2½ Garden Green CS using New England Ivy Ink.
6. Lightly spray the dragonfly image on the Garden Green CS with shimmer mist. Flatten out set aside to dry
7. Lightly spray the 2¼ x 3¾ Twilight CS with shimmer mist. Flatten out and set aside to dry.
8. Score & fold card base to make a 3 x 3½ card.
9. Adhere the 3 x 3 Tiny Circles B&T to the card base.
10. Adhere the Twilight CS to the 3 x 3 Tiny Circles B&T.
11. Adhere the 2 x 2½ Colonial White CS with Dragonfly image to the 2¼ x 2¾ Twilight CS.
12. Cut out the shimmer misted dragonfly wings from the Garden Green CS. Adhere them over the dragonfly image on the Colonial White CS placing adhesive only on the center. Bend wings upward.
13. Attach natural hemp to the bottom of the card and finish in a knot. Add another knot of Natural Hemp
Creating hand crafted gift cards is great way to create a personal touch to gift giving while keeping it affordable. In this project we will create a personalized card with sweets attached. It is easy and takes a short amount of time to create.


What you will need
- Personalized Cards
- Clear Plastic Envelops
- Small Candies of Your Choice
- Ribbon
- Paper
- Small Hole Punch
- Glue Dots
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