Workshop by Lisa

Teacher's Pencil Gift Box by Lisa Dorsey

Supplies:

Worn Lined Background Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Tiny White on Black Alpha Stickers by Making Memories
Jackson Lodge Alphabet Stickers by Collage Press
Front Porch Lemonade Pattern Paper by Jenni Bowlin
Giggle Girl Flowers Pattern Paper by Sweetwater
Renaissance Die-Cut Cardstock by Narratives
Pinking Paper Edgers Scissors by Fiskars
Scor-Pal Multiple Scoring Tablet by Scor-Pal

Instructions:

1. Starting with a piece of yellow cardstock, use a pencil to draw a line 3 inches from the top.
2. Starting 1 inch from the right side, draw a line that starts the top line you just drew and runs to the bottom of your paper. Repeat this step at 2 inch intervals across the paper.
3. Using a ruler, find the middle of the first 2 inch segments and draw a 2.5 inch line towards the top of the paper. Then draw a line from the tip of that 2.5 inch line to the line on the left and the right. This will create the point of your pencil.
4. Repeat this for each of the 5 sections, creating 5 triangles.
5. Draw a tab on the left side of each of these triangles. These will be used to connect the pieces of the pencil tip together.
6. Score along the horizontal line, as well as the 6 lines running down from that line.
7. Cut out the gift box by cutting along the tips of the pencil and line farthest on the right. Leave the left edge as a tab when gluing the box together.
8. Cut 2 x 7 inch strips of yellow pattern paper and attach to pencil below the triangles.
9. Cut a piece of pink pattern paper that measures 10 x 2 inches and place at the bottom of the pencil. This will be the eraser. Using scalloped edge scissors, cut a 10 inch long strip from silver paper. Attach over where the yellow overlaps the pink.
10. Cut triangles from black paper to fit the pencil tip sections. * I used pinking scissors to cut the bottom edge of each triangle. Attach to each triangle.
11. Fold to create pencil shaped box, making sure to use strong adhesive on the tabs.
12. Tie sheer black ribbon around gift box.
13. Create tag using lined paper, sticker letters and transparency. Attach button and then tie to sheer ribbon.
14. Place chocolate in yellow tissue paper and gently slide into the gift box.

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Workshop by Anabelle

Glitter Flowers Card by Anabelle O'Malley

Creating glittered flowers is quick and easy when you use glitter cardstock. The Best Creations cardstock is perfect to use since you can cut and crumple it and the glitter stays on!

Supplies:

Winter's Wings Snowflakes & Feathers Paper by Webster's Pages
Winter's Wings Season of White Paper by Webster's Pages
Winter's Wings Vellum by Webster's Pages
Cardmaking Clear Acrylic Stamps by Making Memories
Lime Glitter Heavy Weight Cardstock by Best Creation
Antique Linen Distress Ink by Ranger

Instructions:

1. To create the flowers, first punch three circles. I used vellum for the middle circle to add a different color and texture.

2. Crumple the circles, ink them and then layer them together, attaching with a brad. Trim the edges with decorative scissors if you'd like. I add a twine tied button for the center.

3. Then, create the card using more glittered cardstock as a base. Add the striped panel and pink panel. Stitch the edges of the card. Adhere the chipboard stem and then add the flowers. I used glue dots to hold them in place. Finally, stamp the sentiment.

Sketch by Lisa

Wish you were here Card by Lisa Dorsey

Summer Soiree Glimmer Paper by Fancy Pants
Pocket Full of Rosies Lil' Brudders Paper by Sassafras Lass
Front Porch Lemonade Pattern Paper by Jenni Bowlin
Baby Boy Stripe/Light Blue Paper by My Mind's Eye
Tiny White on Black Alpha Stickers by Making Memories
Road Map Label Cardstock Stickers by October Afternoon

All is Calm Card by Jessica Witty

Christmas Past Letters to Santa Pattern Paper by Graphic 45
Christmas Past The Holly and the Ivy Paper by Graphic 45
Homespun Winter Cotton Scraps by Crafty Secrets
Antique Linen Distress Ink by Ranger
Old Paper Distress Ink by Ranger
Thinking of You Card by Anabelle O'Malley

24 Vial Glitter Multi-Pack by Martha Stewart Crafts
Everafter Something New Pattern Paper by Cosmo Cricket
Everafter Something Old Pattern Paper by Cosmo Cricket
Everafter Something True Pattern Paper by Cosmo Cricket
Regal Alpha Framed Fonts by Tattered Angels
Porcelain Paper Collection by Basic Grey
Antique Linen Distress Ink by Ranger

Thanks Card by Melissa Phillips

Krafts Kuts Fairy Forest Kraft Paper by Fancy Pants
Krafts Kuts Lattice Die-cut Kraft Paper by Fancy Pants
Ooh La La Beautiful Morning Paper by My Mind's Eye
Ooh La La Soiree Paper by My Mind's Eye
Clear Designs Frames and Messages by Hero Arts
Thankful Rub-On Transfers by Melissa Frances
Motifs Chipboard Set by Maya Road
Teal Pearl Embellishments by Kaisercraft

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Back to School with Anabelle

Teacher's Set by Anabelle O'Malley

Supplies:

Red/Black Black Micro Dot Pattern Paper by Jenni Bowlin
Road Map Blue & White Motel Paper by October Afternoon
Road Map Shady Lane RV Park Paper by October Afternoon
Road Map Skyline Motor Inn Paper by October Afternoon
Road Map Sundowner Motel Paper by October Afternoon
Road Map Die Cut Shapes by October Afternoon
Road Map Word Cardstock Stickers by October Afternoon
Road Map Label Cardstock Stickers by October Afternoon
Cherry Hill Vintage Type Rub-On Transfers by October Afternoon
Beetle Black Button Assortment by Doodlebug Design
Holiday Baker's Twine by Martha Stewart Crafts

Add the following items and list to the gift box for a fun back to school teacher set. Band Aid: For when things get a little rough. Crayon: To color your day bright and cheerful. Candle: For when you are up late grading papers. Eraser: To remind you that everyone makes mistakes and they can be erased. Hugs and Kisses: For when you need a hug. Jewel: Because you are so precious. Marbles: To replace the ones you've lost. Mint: To remind you that you are worth a 'mint'. Mounds Bar: For the mounds of confidence you give your students. Paper Clip: To hold it all together. Sponge: To soak up the overflow wehn your brain is too full. Starburst: To give you a "burst" of energy when you need it. Tissues: To wipe away the tears-yours and theirs. Puzzle Piece: Without you, the class wouldn't be complete.

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Back to School with Melissa

ABC Mini Book by Melissa Phillips

Supplies:

Rectangle Scallop Journaling Coaster Book by Maya Road
Pretoria Collection Clips by 7Gypsies
Gypsy Market Alpha & Numbers Chipboard by 7Gypsies
Schooled Uniformed Paper by GCD Studios
June Bug Paper Collection by Basic Grey
Pre-School Rub-On Transfers by Melissa Frances
Playhouse Heart Felt Shapes by American Crafts
Red Kraft Circle Journaling Sprouts by Jillibean Soup

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Back to School with Lisa

Back to School Mini Album by Lisa Dorsey

Supplies:

White Bracket Shape Album Covers by Teresa Collins
Passport Ledger Teal Pattern Paper by Making Memories
Sonoma Claudia Drive Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Jackson Lodge Journaling Cards by Collage Press
Jackson Lodge Alphabet Stickers by Collage Press
Tiny White on Black Alpha Stickers by Making Memories
Cover Band Paper by American Crafts
Road Map Label Cardstock Stickers by October Afternoon
Worn Blue Grid Background Paper by Scenic Route Paper Co.
Everyday Basics Rub-On Transfers by October Afternoon
All Fall Titles and Tags Die-Cuts by Fancy Pants
Die-Cut Label Mini Papers by Jenni Bowlin
Red Rover Pattern Paper by American Crafts
Camden Journaling Cards by Collage Press

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