Candi O Designs: November 2014

Sunday, November 30, 2014

Santa's Helpers....

Hey Everyone, it's Candace from Candi O. Designs with my last post as November's Guest Designer at SVG Cutting Files! Thank you Ann for this awesome, fun opportunity ~ your files are amazing and so much fun to work with! I'm honored that I could share my projects with you all! With that said, here are my last two projects.

First, I love the little body lotions and that they fit perfectly in the mini bottle carrier file so I created this box, filled with soap and then decorated the front. Because I'm most likely to give this to a friend of the holidays, I thought the file Santa's Helper - Jordan was the perfect touch. Isn't she the cutest!! Awesome gift to give a girlfriend!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting Files: Mini Bottle Carrier and Santa's Helper-Jordan

My Creative Time: Curly Label Die and Fun Gift Pocket Sentiments Stamp Set

Paper: Doodlebug Designs ~ Santa Express 6x6 paper pack

Twine, tulle, sequins and enamel dots

mini clothes pin

Next up because I LOVE the Elf Life Set File (showcased these little guys last week too) I wanted to take the one popping out of the box and create a sign. Soon our Elf on a Shelf will surface at our house and thought was better way to remind my kids (and anyone else stopping by..) that our house is under Elf Surveillance so you better be GOOD!!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting Files: Elf Life Set

My Creative Time: Stitched Journal Die

Ribbon, twine, enamel dots and bell

Frame: Micheal's

Thank you so much for stopping by and hope you've enjoyed all my projects for the month of November!!!
Thank you SVG Cutting Files!!

Friday, November 28, 2014

Notepads

I found these adorable shaped post-it notes and I knew they would make perfect additions to a notepad easel! Great gifts for the men in my life!

Love this golf one.......need to get more post-its as too many people I know golf and would love this!

Classic football........again should have bought more...lol!!

Products Used:

Easel Card File: My Scrap Chick

Print n Cut: My Scrap Chick ~ Bella & Baxtor Country Club

Football Cut File: Silhouette Online Store

My Creative Time: Stitched Oval Dies and Many Greetings Stamp Set

Paper: Bo Bunny, Jillibean Soup, Fancy Pants and We R Memory Keepers

Twine, enamel dots

Sunday, November 23, 2014

Elf Magic!

Hey Everyone, it's Candace again from Candi O. Designs with another project as November's Guest Designer at SVG Cutting Files!
I love elves and the Elf Life Set by SVG Cutting Files is absolutely adorable and so fun!! When the newest file: Handled Candy Pocket came out on Friday I was thrilled and knew the perfect project to make! The elf with the candy cane added to the front of this cut would make a completely perfect gift!!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting Files: Elf Life Set and Handled Candy Pocket

My Creative Time: Warm Holiday Fun and Stitched Oval Dies

Paper: Doodlebug Designs ~ Santa Express 6x6 Paper Pad

Ribbon, bell, sequins and enamel dots

I was having so much fun with these elves and thought the one with the list would be perfect on a card. I used the arched top card base to add detail to the card but not take away from the adorable elf guy!!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting files: Arched Top Card Base and Elf Life Set

My Creative Time: Warm Holiday Fun

Paper: Lawn Fawn ~ Snow Day 6x6 Paper Pack

Twine, sequins and enamel dots

Thanks for stopping by and hope you have a great day!!
See you again next Sunday for my last posting for SVG Cutting Files!

Friday, November 21, 2014

My Creative Time Blog Hop

Today is the My Creative Time 38th Edition Release Blog Hop! If you would like to start at the beginning, click here. If you have arrived from Lucia's blog, then you are on the right track. I'm showcasing two new sets, "Window Sentiments & Flowers" stamp set and "Stitched Window Dies & Accessories".

These sets are perfect for cards but I also thought they would be awesome on a scrapbook layout so that's exactly what I did!! These pictures of my daughter by her playhouse with the flower she grew were just right to showcase the window and flowers!

One of the sentiments from the stamp set was a perfect addition to this layout tying it all together.

My Creative Time Products Used:

Window Sentiments & Flowers (new release)

Stitched Window Dies & Accessories (new release)

Trio Stitched Banners

Stitched Tab

Pretty Butterflies & Dragonfly Dies

Stitched Pretty Flowers & Leaves Dies

Stitched Rectangular Frame Dies

Stitched Doily Die

Stitched Round Tab, Arrow & Tag Dies

Tag Die Layers

Other Products Used:

Paper: Simple Stories ~ Hey Mom Collection

twine, pearls, enamel dots

wink of stella pens: light green, green, yellow and pink

"FREEBIE STAMP"

****UPDATE ON FREEBIE STAMP SET!!!!!****

Hello my sweet friends! Okay, the first 150 shoppers have already came thru! For those invoice numbers 13858 thru 14012, you are the LUCKY ones that will be getting this ADORABLE "Hello You" stamp in your pkgs! If you missed out on this FREEBIE, it is available for purchase HERE!

***BLOG HOP GIVEAWAY***

For our blog hop giveaway, Emma is giving away a $50 gift card to the "My Creative Time" store to ONE LUCKY winner! ALL you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning! VERY IMPORTANT, PLEASE leave a way for us to contact you w/your comment just in case "YOU" are the lucky winner!

***SALE ALERT***

ALSO, DON'T FORGET our sale starts RIGHT NOW! Use the code: NOV2014 to receive 20% off your entire purchase! This sale applies to "IN-STOCK" items ONLY. This sale will end on Friday, November 28, 2014 @midnight PST.

I hope you have enjoyed all of the Sneaky Peeks over the last week. I can't wait to see what the rest of the Design Team has created, so let's get hopping. Your next stop in the hop is the very talented Miss Jessica, but in case you get lost along the way - here is the entire lineup:

38th Edition Release Blog Hop!

Emma - http://www.creativetimeforme.com

Katie - http://www.craftingwithkatie.com

Lee-Ann - http://leescraps.blogspot.com/

Lucia - http://www.todoconpapel.com/

Candace - (that's me!)

Jessica - http://chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com/

Stacey - http://staceyscreativecorner.blogspot.com/

Cindy - http://www.cindybcreations.blogspot.ca/

Shar - http://scrapendipity.blogspot.com

Nikki - http://scrappinnavywife.blogspot.com

Micia - http://lilowldesigns.blogspot.com

Leanne - http://createdbyLeanne.blogspot.com

Teri Beri - http://teriberi2.blogspot.com

Ruthie - www.septemberninthdesigns.com

Emily - http://creationsofanarmywife.blogspot.com/

Liz - http://www.lizspaperloft.com/

Cassandra - http://www.Ctimz3.blogspot.com

Kim - http://www.kimberlyharrisstudio.blogspot.com

Veronica - http://vkcreate.blogspot.com/

Happy Hopping and Happy Shopping everyone!

Have a great day!

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Day 4 ~ Sneak Peek for MCT Release

Today is the last day of sneaks for this months My Creative Time's 38th release!

We are showcasing ~"HELLO You Stamp Set".

This set is super pretty with the beautiful vine and then you can stamp the mini flowers or even add die cut flowers to it ~ so many possibilities!

I had found this acrylic frame and thought it would make a great desk calendar. Once I saw this stamp set, I knew it would be perfect in creating an everyday scene for this calendar.

Isn't the vine so pretty!! I stamped the mini flowers with colors to match the paper I used in the background. The sentiment on the tab also comes in this set ~ perfect for cards!

My Creative Time Products Used:

HELLO You Stamp Set

Pretty Butterflies & Dragonfly Dies

Stitched Pretty Flowers & Leaves Dies

Stitched Tab Die

Stitched Rectangular Die

Other Products Used:

Paper: Simple Stories ~ DIY Boutique

SU Ink: Only Orange, Tempting Turquoise, Positively Pink and Gable Green

Wink of Stella: Glitter Yellow

Pearls, enamel dots, mini clothes pin and ribbon

ALL you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning! VERY IMPORTANT, PLEASE leave a way for us to contact you w/your comment just in case "YOU" are the lucky winner! For EXTRA entries, you can spread the word about this release on Facebook, tweet about it OR even instagram it! #mycreativetime!

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE & let's start spreading the word!;)

To see more sneaks from today's release, click here.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Day 3 ~ Sneak Peek for MCT Release

Today is day three of sneaks for this months My Creative Time's 38th release!

We are showcasing two new sets ~"Snow Buddies" and "Winter Snowman Dies". These two sets coordinate with each other and personally ~ are a MUST HAVE!!!

I had "snow" much fun with these sets that I created three projects utilizing the sets to the fullest!!

First, I made this gift carrier as these lotions were perfectly wintery for a snowman! From the Snowman dies, I pieced this little man together. The sentiment is from the stamp set "Snow Buddies". You can see too how the oval dies we sneaked on Day 1 work well with these sets!!

Next, I used the second snowman die to create this little man who I thought was perfect to go onto the front of a pack of tic tacs. I just covered the tic tacs with cardstock and then decorated the front. I added a little pom pom to his hat for added detail.

Lastly, I created this gate-fold card using the new oval die cuts and the "Snow Buddies" stamp set. I colored in this little snowman using copics and wink of stella pens ~ love how he turned out and he was so much fun (and therapeutic) to color!! Bonus: with the die set, there is a die that cuts the stamped snowmen out perfectly!!!!

To make this card: score a piece of 4 1/4 x 11 cardstock at 2 3/4 and 8 1/4 on the 11" side. Fold scored lines towards middle to made card. Next, cut ovals as shown. With the large scallop oval, glue half to left flap. Small inside oval, glue half to right flap. Easy & Fun!!

My Creative Time Products Used:

Snow Buddies Stamp Set (new release)

Winter Snowman Dies (new release)

Scalloped Stitched Oval Dies (new release)

Winter Flake Dies

Just Simply Live

Other Products Used:

Paper: Doodlebug Designs ~ Frosty Friends

Cardstock: American Crafts

Mini Bottle Carrier Cut File: SVG Cutting Files

Pearls, Gems, Sequins and ribbon

Copic Pen: Nile Blue

Wink of Stella: Orange, Brown, Silver

Perlen-Pen: Ice White

***Sneak Peek giveaway!***We will be giving away the sets we are showcasing each day to ONE lucky winner! For example, the set we are showcasing on Wednesday, Emma will announce the winner of that on Thursday & the sets we are showcasing on Thursday, Emma will announce that winner on Friday in her video!
ALL you have to do is leave a comment on each of our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on EVERY SINGLE blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning! VERY IMPORTANT, PLEASE leave a way for us to contact you w/your comment just in case "YOU" are the lucky winner! For EXTRA entries, you can spread the word about this release on Facebook, tweet about it OR even instagram it! #mycreativetime!
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE & let's start spreading the word!;)

To see more sneaks from today's release, click here.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Day 2 ~ Sneak Peek for MCT Release

Today is the second day of sneaks for this months My Creative Time's 38th release! We are showcasing two new sets ~ "Window Sentiments & Flowers Stamp Set" and "Stitched Window Dies & Accessories". These two sets compliment each other with the coordinating stamps and dies from each set.
Lots of ideas in using both these sets but I kept this card a little simple for today. Will be showcasing lots more ideas with these two sets in the future!!

I used the window die to cut out middle of the pattern paper piece and then I cut out the window from white cardstock three times and layered them together before placing inside the cut pattern paper for depth. Again, love the stitching ~ adds so much!!

My Creative Time Products Used:

Window Sentiments & Flowers (new release)

Stitched Window Dies & Accessories (new release)

Stitched Leaves Dies

Pretty Butterflies & Dragonfly Dies

Stitched Pretty Flowers & Leaves Dies

Other Products Used:

Paper: Jillibean Soup ~ brick wall

Button, twine and pearls

***Sneak Peek giveaway!***

We will be giving away the sets we are showcasing each day to ONE lucky winner! For example, the set we are showcasing on Wednesday, Emma will announce the winner of that on Thursday & the sets we are showcasing on Thursday, Emma will announce that winner on Friday in her video!

For EXTRA entries, you can spread the word about this release on Facebook, tweet about it OR even instagram it! #mycreativetime!

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE & let's start spreading the word!;)

To see more sneaks from today's release, click here.

Monday, November 17, 2014

Day 1 ~ Sneak Peek for MCT Release

Today is the first day of sneaks for this months My Creative Time's 38th release!

We are showcasing "Scalloped Stitched Oval Dies" today!! A must have set for all!!

So many ways you can use this die ~ here I created a holiday card.

Just love the stitched look on these ovals ~ adds so much detail!!

My Creative Time Products Used:

Scallop Stitched Oval Dies (new release)

Boughs of Holly

3 Star Stitched Dies

Stitched Rectangular Frame Dies & More

Other Products Used:

Paper: Lawn Fawn ~ Snow Day 6x6 Paper Pack

Cardstock: American Crafts

Enamel Dots, twine and sequins

***Sneak Peek giveaway!***

For EXTRA entries, you can spread the word about this release on Facebook, tweet about it OR even instagram it! #mycreativetime!

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE & let's start spreading the word!;)

To see more sneaks from today's release, click here.

Sunday, November 16, 2014

Holiday Fun!!

Hey Everyone, it's Candace again from Candi O. Designs with another project as November's Guest Designer at SVG Cutting Files!
I just love these cute little guys, they are absolutely adorable!! This file, Holiday Set - 1 is awesome as you get all 8 cuties!! Oh the things you can make with them this holiday..........
The penguin is who I started with and oh my he's adorable!!! I decided to create a card with him however wanted to make a special type of card that could also be used as a holiday decoration. Using the penguin as the focal point, I just typed the letters J and Y, shadowed them and then outlined the letters and penguin to make the card base. Sounds like a lot of work, but you know with these SVG Cutting Files, it was easy peasy!!!

Isn't the penguin the cutest ever!!! The holly cut is from the snowman that comes in this file too!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting Files: Holiday Set -1

My Creative Time: Teeny Tag Dies and Teeny Tag Holidays Stamp Set

Paper: Doodlebug Designs

Twine, gems and enamel dot

Next, I decided to use the snowman and reindeer files from Holiday Set - 1 to accent a scrapbook page. Aren't they perfect!!

Just lovin' these guys!!!! A little ink, some white pen accents and glitter pen really make them come alive!

Products Used:

SVG Cutting Files: Holiday Set -1

My Creative Time: Tag Dies and Stitched Round Tab, Arrow & Tag Dies

Paper: Bella Blvd. ~ Christmas Cheer

Twine, ribbon, gems, enamel dots and sequins

Thanks for stopping by and hope you have a great day!!
See you again next Sunday!

Monday, November 10, 2014

Scrapping the Little Things

Today is Scrapping the Little Things over on the My Creative Time blog.

I was going through my fall pictures and came across these adorable ones of my daughter when she was just a baby! I've scrapped these pictures before but absolutely love these pictures and using MCT Products this time around really showcased perfectly how I want to capture this memory!!

Using the script dies with the font dies really adds a great contrast title!

Leaves, leaves, leaves......love these!!! And can you see the stitching on the picture edge? Using the rectangular dies on pictures gives a great look.