For Love of Paper

Owl Punch Goes Back to School: Part 3

Hopefully you are enjoying projects with the new Two Step Owl Punch as much as I am. Here is one more project using this great new tool. I apologize for the not so great quality of the photo. This is way cuter in person. Anywhoo (lol) this is actually a magnetic board that measures 5 1/2" x 7 1/2". Great teacher gift!

Here is roughly how to make one yourself.

Start with a 5" x 7" piece of steel (not aluminum) step flashing. You'll find this in the roofing department of any hardware store. Here is a picture of what your looking for.

Even better this package containing 10 sheets was less than $3. I picked mine up at Lowe's.

Once you have your step flashing cut two pieces of cardstock or DSP to 5 1/2" x 7 1/2". Place adhesive all around the outer edge of one piece of cardstock/DSP. Lay the metal in the center and then place the second piece of cardstock/DSP over top, creating a sandwhich of paper/metal/paper.

From here you can decorate anyway you like. I chose to use the Corner Rounder, ad a couple of deocrative strips of cardstock and the super cute Two Step Owl. I finished off the project by using the Crop-a-dail to add two jumbo eyelets and some 3/8" twill tape as a hanger.

I still need to come up with some cute magnets to go along with it, then I'll have the perfect little teacher gift.

Give this a try it's super simple and fast.

Supplies

Stamps: none

Inks: Early Espresso

Paper: Basic Black, Early Espresso, Whisper White, Sahara Sand, Olive DSP (retired), Cherry Cobbler and Daffodil Delight

Other: Two Step Owl Punch, Scallop Trim Border, Stamping Sponge, Sticky Strip, Jumbo Eyelets and 3/8" Twill Tape.

To order any of the supplies used in this project

click here, then click on Shop Now or contact me today.

August and September Workshop Projects

Here is a sneak peak at the projects my August and September Workshop Hostesses and their guests will be making. The first project is a 3-D Witches Hat Treat Holder. If you have small children you won't want to miss this project. It is super simple and very fast for a hand made treat holder. You're friends will thank you for showing them such a useful project. Or if Halloween isn't your thing there are more choices below.

Two fairly simple cards both featuring the Tearing Edge Ruler, one of my favorite tools. August and September are a great time to get your creative juices flowing again just in time for Christmas crafting.

Even better all hostesses in the month of August will receive an additional $25 SU! Shopping Spree with a qualifying workshop. Click here to read more.

Be sure to contact me today, my calendar will fill very quickly with a special like this. You can call me at 512-259-5575 or email me at chris@forloveofpaper.com.

Hostesses get an extra $25 in FREE product during the month of August!

Through the month of August Stampin' Up! has announced hostesses will receive an extra $25 in hostess credit (ie Stampin' Up! Shopping Spree) with a qualifying workshop. NOW is the time to get your workshop on the schedule. August is next week!

If you've ever thought about hosting a Stampin' Up! Workshop but had some questions here are the answers to some of the most common questions I'm asked.

Q. Does it cost anything?

A. No, workshops are always FREE for you and your guests.

Q. What do I have to do?

A. Email me a list of friends and family you'd like to invite. I'll take care of the invitations.

Q. I don't think I have enough room in my house for a workshop, what should I do?

A. Host it at my house. This means no cleaning for you!

Q. What do I get for hosting a workshop?

A. A little gift from me for hosting, free Hostess only stamp sets and an SU! shopping spree based on the retail sales at your workshop.

Q. What is a qualifying workshop?

A. To earn the extra $25 in FREE product your workshop sales must be at least $350. Normal hostess rewards for this amount of sales is $40, but with the special you'll get $65 plus two free hostess exclusive stamp sets! (However free hostess stamp sets and free product begin when your retail sales reach $150.)

To read more about hosting a workshop contact me or check out the links below.

Workshop FAQ

Hostess Info

What happens after my workshop?

To schedule your workshop please call me at 512-259-5575 or email me at chris@forloveofpaper.com.

Owl Punch Goes Back to School: Part 2

I loved the color combination and the elements I used on the pencil case I showed you yesterday so much I thought I'd try it on a composition book. Again, I am super pleased with the result. That little owl is just so stinkin' cute it makes almost anything look good.

Even better right now you can pick up these full size composition books for only a quarter at Walmart and Target. Whoohoo!

If you're feeling the "need" to get your own Two Step Owl Punch (#118074 only $16.95) contact me today or you can simply place your order online by clicking here (then click on Shop Now.)

Other: Full Heart Punch, Two Step Owl Punch, Sizzix Big Shot with Alphabet Simple Letters, Olf Olive 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Brights Designer Buttons, Hemp Twine and composition book