Pinkies Team Training Day - Kids & Babies Swap Group

TWINKLE TWINKLE BABIES MOBILE

Today I do not have a tutorial for you but wanted to share a project I made for the PINKIES TEAM training day this weekend.

Normally we would make a number of simple swaps (anything from 50 to 100!) and get that number in swaps back. For this training day we were to choose a swap group to participate in, which was for 6 people and had a particular theme. Having fewer people in each group meant we could create a more detailed swap!
I chose the 'Kids & Babies' group. For this we were to create a project using the stamps from the Kids and Babies section of the Annual Catalogue. Of course I had to use almost everything from the Twinkle Twinkle Suite!

It took me a while to decide what I wanted to make, maybe a gift box, maybe a nice shaker card... then I had a light bulb moment while at my parents home. They have a lot of wind chimes and dream catchers (which I love). This project is not an unusual idea, nor something new, but what a fab way to use your stamps, punches and embellishments for adorable handmade home decor and gift projects.
Once I had sketched out my design and figured out how I was going to go about putting them together, they surprisingly did not take long to make. They can be as detailed or as simple as you like. I made 3 in pink, 3 in blue, wrapped each in stamped tissue paper and packaged in a hand made envelope using the lovely Twinkle Twinkle designer series paper. I absolutely love how I was able to make matching gift packaging thanks to the amazing coordinating products.

This sort of project is a perfect little handmade gift idea and super easy for sending in the post!
You do not have to just use clouds and stars; why not try this with our cute baby elephants, flying pigs, hot air balloons, butterflys, bats, ghosts or even flowers... adapt it to your recipient, young or old! Add beads, bells, charms or small chimes. The creativity is endless!

So, here is what you will need to create this cute Twinkle Twinkle Babies Mobile:

What I used:
Little Twinkle Bundle (148414)
Up & Away Thinlits (142748) - Clouds
Wood crate Framelits (143730) - Large Stars
Pretty Lable Punch (143715) 

Pool Party Card Stock (124391)   
Petal Pink Card Stock (147009)           
Silver Foil Sheet (132178)
Sparkle Glimmer Paper (146957)
Whisper White Card Stock (106549)

Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper (146284)

Silver & Pool Party Bakers Twine (147015)
Silver & Petal Pink Party Bakers Twine (146288)

4" Metal Dream Catcher Hoop - 6 Pack or Single Hoop
White Tissue Paper - Ebay

Inks; Pool Party &/or Petal Pink

Stamping on tissue paper adds a lovely effect to basic gift packaging.

Add a bellyband and simple embellishment to complete your gift envelope.

Hope you like this cute gift idea and give it ago yourself!
I really enjoyed making these and hope my swap partners love them. Swaps are optional but are a brilliant way to get lots of ideas and inspiration from fellow demonstrators, but this is also something you can do with a group of friends. 

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I will do a follow up swap video shortly to share with you the ideas and creations I got back from other Demonstrators in this swap group :)

Happy Crafting,
      AMIE

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Twinkle Twinkle Gift Box

Before we start on today's project, grab a cuppa, its a long one. Join me as I take you through the assembly of this cute box which features the Little Twinkle Bundle (148414). This bundle consists of the stamp set and coordinating punch. Part of a very adorable suite and when you add some heat embossing, foil paper and rhinestones, the results can be rather stunning.

If you did not want to make this box from scratch you could always pick up the Mini Pizza Boxes (144645) and decorate in the same way.

What you will need:
Thick Whisper White Card Stock (140490) - 10 1/2" x 5 1/2"
                                                                       - Score on the long side at; 3 1/2", 4 1/2", 8" & 9"
                                                                       - Score on the short side at; 1" & 4 1/2"
Twinkle Twinkle DSP (146284) - 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" (x2)
                                                     - 3 1/4" x 3/4" (x3)
Basic Grey Card Stock (121689) - 3 3/8" x 3 3/8" (x2)
                                                      - 3 3/8" x 7/8" (x3)
                                                      - Piece for your scalloped circle.
Pool Party Card Stock (124391) - Piece for your regular circle.
Silver Foil Sheets (132178)
Layering Circle Framelits (141705) 
Silver Metallic Edge Ribbon (144213)
Silver & Pool Part Bakers Twine (147015)
Detailed Trio Punch (146320)
Silver Embossing Powder (109131)
Embossing Buddy (103083)
Heat Tool (129054)

Inks; Versa Mark.

I hope you give it a try :) Don't forget to like and subscribe.

Happy Crafting,
      AMIE

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Little Twinkle Magnetic Bookmark

Today's project is a magnetic bookmark that features the super cute Little Twinkle Stamp Set (146452). I absolutely love these bookmarks! No more losing your page when your bookmark slips out. This will stay in place and does not damage your book either.
The Twinkle Twinkle Suite is my favourite from the new catty. I just love everything in it, from the stamp set to the designer series paper and bakers twine. Although this suite has children in mind and makes perfect projects for new arrivals, it can also make fun projects for adults too.

This project, which I just love, was inspired by a Make & Take we made at our last team training weekend. I took the basic idea and adapted it for this project, but you could make these bookmarks with any stamp sets you have at home. They can be as simple or elegant as you wish. I have spruced this project up a little by heat embossing the image and sentiment, giving a gorgeous touch to the focal point while keeping the bookmark as flat as possible.

What you will need:
Thick Whisper White Card Stock (140490) - 2 3/8" x 9" scored and folded at 4 1/2"
Twinkle Twinkle DSP (146284) - 2 3/8" x 3"

Silver & Pool Part Bakers Twine (147015)
Detailed Trio Punch (146320)
Silver Embossing Powder (109131)
Embossing Buddy (103083)
Heat Tool (129054)

Inks; Night of Navy & Versa Mark.

So that is our project for today. A super simple project and fab little gift idea that is easy to post.

If you do not already have a catalogue, get in touch to request one free of charge, also includes a little catalogue gift pack. (Do not forget when requesting a catalogue to sending me your postal address).
When shopping with me online used the hostess code to get some extra goodies from me, and also your card stock swatch for shopping with me during the month of June.

Happy Crafting,
      AMIE

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