Happy Friday and welcome to the 350 Cards & Gifts Blog Hop! I am delighted to have 9 projects in this amazing Special Issue and honored to be among this fab group of designers participating in the hop! I hope you already had the chance to get your hands on this:
But if not, you really really have to! This is the best issue ever! Personally I can't stop flipping through it again and again. Can't believe what everybody came up with! You can get your issue here. Or, here is your chance to win it!!! Just leave a comment by midnight (MDT) on Sunday, April 10 and I'll draw a winner shortly afterwards! And for even more chances, leave a comment on every blog of this hop. And for your chance to win a huge huge prize package, including Xyron’s 5” Creative Station and 5” Refill Cartridge, Pink Paislee’s Hometown Summer collection, Vintage Street Market’s Dimestore Vogue Paper Kit and Tinted Tapes AND copies of 225 Cards & Gifts and 350 Cards & Gifts, be sure to comment on the Paper Crafts Connection blog! There will be chosen 3 winners for this! But now to my little project made for this special occasion. I was asked to use my pattern for the Little Bunny Gift Bag to create a new interpretation of it. Here is the result:
I chose to create a completely different bag. That fun patterned paper inspired me to use the postmark stamps from Papertrey Ink:
This time I didn't use a hook and loop fastener to close the bag, but these fun wood buttons and some baker's twine:
The possibilities are endless. You'll find the pattern for this bag, as well as all the other free patterns of this issue here. I had so much fun creating them and it is really easy. When I was working on my submissions for the call, I just looked around the house to find inspiration for boxes and bags. The Floral for You box on p.68 was inspired by the pizza box I found in our kitchen. Just look around, take your score board and start creating!
I hope you liked my project today! Be sure to hop on to Kristin K. Tierney! Can't wait to see what all the designers made for the hop! Here is the list of all the participants:
You can also find this list on the Paper Crafts Connection blog in case my links are not working. Happy hopping and thanks for visiting!
Hugs,
Vanessa
Supplies:
Cardstock: PTI
Patterned Paper: Pink Paislee
Stamps: PTI
Ink: Tsukineko
Wood Buttons: Maya Road
Dies: PTI, Spellbinders
Other: Baker's Twine
Love the map paper!
ReplyDeleteOh my word! You're absolutely right - I really really have to get my hands on this magazine! The framed buttons on the cover is just too cute! And your bag is also too cute, especially the "handle with care" part.
ReplyDeleteI love the message on this bag, so cute :)
ReplyDeletehow fun...love the way you put all the elements together...
ReplyDeleteAdore the colours you have used for this! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteRobin
What a cute bag. Gotta get this issue. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove the bag - and the button ties are adorable.
ReplyDeleteGreat project and I love the map paper, so cool!
ReplyDeletejust darling, vanessa!
ReplyDeleteI love the colour combination! Very nice card.
ReplyDeleteHappy friday,
Judith
So beautiful Vanessa! Those papers are too gorgeous! And those wood buttons, yum!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeletePretty, pretty. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat project. Love the fun fastener!
ReplyDeletelove the cute bag!
ReplyDeletemichelesscrapycreations35 at yahoo dot com
Nine projects... YOU SUPERSTAR! Gorgeous card, love that little stamp, Jo x
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!
ReplyDeleteOh I love how you've used postmarked... great job.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! love your embellies.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! :)
Lovely project - good for men too (maybe with a different colour than pink - depending on the man!)
ReplyDeleteNice bag! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis is SO darling I want to make one like it right away! I even remember where I put some maps that we don't use anymore.....! Thank you for the inspiring ideas!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!!! I also love the bookmarks and boxes on the Paper Crafts Connection blog!
ReplyDeleteThat map paper is wonderful, I love the added stamp imgae. I makes it feel like it traveled a long way to get to the recipient. It is an honor to be a part of this blog hop with you - you are incredibly talented and inspiring!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute project. Gotta try this!
ReplyDeletesuch a cute bag, love the wooden buttons and the map paper (love the whole project but these pop)
ReplyDeleteso very pretty!!!! I love it.
ReplyDeleteYou bag looks fabulous! TFS =)
ReplyDeleteLove the map and those buttons!
ReplyDeleteWow, Vanessa! 9 projects! Is that awesome, or what?!! So thrilled for you! Big congrats and I love this bag! The colors and patterns look awesome together! Sending, happy for you, hugs! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat embellishments!
ReplyDeleteFantastic project!
ReplyDeleteLoving it!!!
ReplyDeleteWow Vanessa, congratulations, nine projects thats amazing!!! Love your cute bag!!
ReplyDeleteLove the map paper and postage stamp! Great gift bag!
ReplyDeleteThis feels so unique and personal! Beautiful project!
ReplyDeleteLove your project. The color choice is perfect. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteloving the map and embellishments well the whole card is super sweet!
ReplyDeleteLove those stars! Beautiful card!!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME !!
ReplyDeleteSO pretty!! And congrats on the 9 pubs!
ReplyDeleteThis is so incredibly cute love the colors!
ReplyDeleteDarling bag, love that stamp too.
ReplyDeleteI am loving this card Vanessa, that grid paper is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! Huge congrats on such prolific publications, Vanessa!!
ReplyDeleteThis is just super cute, I especially love the wooden buttons and bakers twine closure!
ReplyDeleteLove the map and the lovely embellies!! Have a great weekend :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card!
ReplyDeleteI really like how you've incorporated the postage clear stamps. Neat project and I enjoy your colors too!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Love the closure!
ReplyDeleteLove your gift bag! What's great about blog hops is that I find another inspiring blog to follow! I love your style!!! "I'll be back"!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful! I love all the elements!
ReplyDeleteVanessa, this is gorgeous. Love that map pattern paper.
ReplyDeletenice job
ReplyDeletewhat a cute bag!
ReplyDeleteLove the ideas and look forward to following your blog!
ReplyDeletewhat a cute bag!
ReplyDeleteLove your work!
ReplyDeleteVery cute. Love the paper and colors.
ReplyDeleteI'm a BIG fan of using maps and I love how you used it here. So sophisticated looking.
ReplyDeleteGreat re-interpreate of the pattern and original design. Love it.
ReplyDeleteGreat project. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute Idea!!!Love it
ReplyDeleteI love how you used a map as your patterned paper. I love recycling old magazines and books in this same way. Great job!
ReplyDeleteCute! I love the map paper and the overall theme. Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteLovely gift bag, Vanessa! those are such pretty colors and the map for the base of the house is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI think I like this better than the original!
ReplyDeleteCan't have too many card ideas! Like your project, very cute.
ReplyDeleteGreat bag, Vanessa!
ReplyDeleteGreat project--I like the map paper.
ReplyDeleteThe map paper and the stamp are gorgeous ideas
ReplyDeleteVery cute project!!! Thanks for sharing =)
ReplyDelete~Tina
Bags, boxes, cards, oh my! Can't wait to get this magazine!
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen many cards with this style. I like it!
ReplyDeleteVERY pretty! I love that background paper!!!!!
ReplyDeleteso creative AND clever!!! I love this!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your project and the generous sharing of design ideas! LeAnn
ReplyDeleteThat's so pretty. I am going to find a gift for someone just so I can make a lovely little bag to put it in :)
ReplyDeleteThat map paper is so cute. I'm eagerly awaiting my Postmarks set from Papertrey.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet bag! Thansk for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat bag...love the color combo!
ReplyDeleteHow unique and gorgeous. LOVE the pink graph paper against the map. With the wooden bits and the PTI stamps: oh so lovely!
ReplyDeleteLove your project. Thanks for the ideas.
ReplyDeleteLove the pink.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely creation. This has been a wonderful hop.
This is so unique and beautiful! I love it! Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteLove your ideas and the variety of things you make. Looking forward to seeing lots more of your work!
ReplyDeleteGreat project! I love how you used those bingo chips.
ReplyDeleteReally like the map paper with the stamp and the feel that gives to the project.
ReplyDeleteLove this-the map paper is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on putting this all together so well. Adorable
ReplyDeleteI like the use of wooden buttons and baker's twine to keep your bag closed.
ReplyDeleteGod bless,
PeggyS
Congratulations for publication. So many! I'm so happy for you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this chance to win such a want to have price.
This version of your bag is awesome, too! Great paper.
ReplyDeleteThe papers and details are so much fun!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun and fabulous project! I love that map and the postmarks. Great idea :)
ReplyDeleteToo cute! Love the map paper.
ReplyDeleteSouthernmrs
at verizon
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Adorable! Love the pink...really makes it pop!
ReplyDeleteLove the wood buttons!
ReplyDeleteVery creative! Love that bag and congrats on all your accepted creations!
ReplyDeleteLove it all, especially the button closure which reminds me of the old bingo set pieces I had has a child.
ReplyDeleteLove the map. So cute.
ReplyDeleteLove this! I'd love to see the whole magazine - I'm in need of some inspiration.
ReplyDeleteLove this project and especially the funny closure withe the "buttons"
ReplyDeleteBTW I´ve an adress in the States from aour friends.
hugs and smiles Conny
Darling treat bag. Buttons, great idea!!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this bag you made! I have a slight obsession with maps, so this design with the color combination makes me giddy with excitement! I will have to make one to put on my desk!
ReplyDeleteLove it! To my eye you've achieved a great card for a man while still using pink! Awesome :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love! I'm going out tonight and will be looking for this issue. The twine and buttons are such a cute closure for the bag!
ReplyDeletefun idea
ReplyDeletecute
ReplyDeleteThat paper is very inspirational.
ReplyDeleteI love the map paper and those buttons add the BEST touch!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this, what a fantastic look! I love the wooden buttons and twine, how fun!
ReplyDeleteWow, 9 items in this issue. Congrats. I must get a copy!! I like how you changed up the bag using different items. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLove the wooden buttons! The whole project is very cute!
ReplyDeleteThis gift bag is lovely! Love the wood buttons and twine. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGREAT bag, lovin' the closure! Thanx for the inspiration and blog candy opp!
ReplyDeleteThat's just lovely! Great job.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty bag! I love projects that I can make using my hoard, er, stash of paper & cardmaking supplies! LOL ;-)
ReplyDeleteLike the grid paper used for the bag. Very creative using the button closure.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet little box Vanessa! I love those little buttons - trying to figure out what they remind me of.... something from my childhood i think :) Can't wait to get my hands on this issue!
ReplyDeleteThe bag is just perfect! I have the PTI postage dies and stamps and cant wait to play with them. You have given me inspiration!!!
ReplyDeleteVery cool. love it!
ReplyDeletegorgeous interpretation!
ReplyDeleteThis is great! I really like the buttons & twine closuer.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! I can't wait to download your pattern and give it a whirl. Fantastic job! Congrats on having so many projects in this issue. :)
ReplyDeleteLove the button and twine closure. Great idea.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute bag!
ReplyDeleteLove all the different elements especially the map dp and the postage stamp.
ReplyDeleteI love this bag. It is so clever and original! The button closure is a great idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable bag, Vanessa! Congratulations on all your featured projects!
ReplyDeleteI love this idea. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
ReplyDeleteI love maps, and the interesting way you did the top of the bag!
ReplyDeleteNoreen
www.make-homemade-gifts.com
cute card, really like the colors!
ReplyDeleteThanks for inspiring us
ReplyDeleteWow Vanessa, I love that postage stamp and the baker's twine...can't wait to thumb through the whole issue!
ReplyDeleteGreat bag! Love all the details!
ReplyDeleteDeniseB
Those postmark stamps are SO cute.
ReplyDeleteI so love these blog hope because we get to discover these lovely blogs. Love it all!
ReplyDeleteKaren
I love this, it's so cute. I could see making a cute little "house" gift bag for a housewarming gift. Or just because it would be darling! :)
ReplyDeleteVery nice gift bag, Vanessa! Oooh, I love the twine!!
ReplyDeleteLove your card! Aren't the buttons and bakers twine fun??? Love the embellies that are out now. Great profile picture too!
ReplyDeleteGreat bag- such fun paper choices!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! It's cool that you got to work on your own design!
ReplyDeleteI would like to get a side view of this bag to see better how it's made. Hopefully, I can win an issue to read about it!
ReplyDeletehow cute! I love all the elements
ReplyDeletethe postmark stamp is awesome on this bag..!
ReplyDeletefun!
ReplyDeleteSandra ltb
what a fun travel bag and perfect for a little something for those out-of-town guests
ReplyDeleteThis is so clever and cute!
ReplyDeleteLove this! it is super cute and I love the way you used the colors!
ReplyDeleteYou're such an inspiration. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLavender and black, great combo, striking! Like the map addition.
ReplyDeletePretty gift bag! Love the way you used the bingo pieces.
ReplyDeleteI love your bag. So cute to use the buttons for the closure. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCute.
ReplyDeleteI really like the stamp and the map paper!
ReplyDeleteIt's no surprise you have so many projects in this publication. Your talent is amazing. I love all your creations. Great inspiration, thanks. Love this too :)
ReplyDeleteThis is great!!! Don't you just love Pink Paislee papers!!! So cute and they're double side and just so much fun to work with! TFS
ReplyDeletehugs,
joni
Love your bag!
ReplyDeleteLove the gift bag with the map paper and all the embellishments. I am always looking for ideas to make a gift bag. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLinda D.
I am so loving the map! Inspired! Mahalo for sharing your fabulous design.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute entry for the hop. The wooden buttons were perfect for the closure. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty! Love the postage stamp and wood buttons!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great project! I love the map paper with the PTI stamp set!
ReplyDeleteThis is an adorable little box!! Love the papers and little wooden button that you used to close it!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a beautiful project!
ReplyDeleteCarol B
ciaoitalia2007@gmail.com
Hi Vanessa,
ReplyDeletevery, very nice!!! I love your ideas!!
Lg, Angela
Beautiful project! The wooden buttons add the perfect touch :)
ReplyDeleteVanessa,
ReplyDeleteDu übertriffst Dich immer wieder selbst. Ich bin begeistert, auch wenn das nichts neues ist, bei einem Besuch bei Dir. ;)
Ganz líebe Grüße und weiterhin so viel Erfolg, Du hast es wirklich verdient, Tina
What a great idea for using map paper! I love the scallops too!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your card.. I just love it.
ReplyDeletePlease come and visit my blog: http://jessicalynnoriginal.blogspot.com/ I have a free digital stamp there & contest.
Have a great weekend!
Jessica Lynn
Love those buttons! What a cute bag.
ReplyDeleteWas soll ich sagen - einfach nur: großartig! Deine Projekte sind immer ein Fest für die Augen!
ReplyDeleteAwesome bag! I love the stamp stamp.
ReplyDeleteWe are going on a long trip this summer, this would be perfect for my daughter to keep track of everything we do from her perspective.
ReplyDeleteYou are right the magazine is awesome! I made the mistake of using it as my bedtime reading materials, then I had to get out of bed to create I was so motivated! LOL
ReplyDeleteI love how you did your wood buttons, gives it an extra ooomph!
ReplyDeleteLOVE that map paper--and with the pink grid! So beautiful:)
ReplyDeleteLove the papers!
ReplyDeletethis is truly gorgeous. I'm going to try and make a couple to have on hand for special gifts.
ReplyDeleteHi Vanessa
ReplyDeletePerfectly put together. I love the colour combination. What a wonderful idea!
Enjoyed going through your blog.
Carol cejene@yahoo.com
i love your style...a little shabby, a little vintage...i'm not sure what it has the feel of, but i know i like it! thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJsut beautiful Vanessa.
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