Sunday, December 5, 2010

Christmas Gifts...with a Twist

This Christmas season I'll be sending out a different set of gifts to friends and family.  Normally, I make a list, run to a couple of stores to shop and pick-up everyone's gift, BUT this year things are going to be different.  I have found the perfect gift that will fit everyone on my list; from the youngest to the oldest, the smallest to the biggest, the pickiest to the most simple.  My gift to everyone this year will be.......yes, you guessed it.  GIFT CARDS!  Yes, gift cards are perfect...they're the right size, the right color, the right fit.  They're just right.  This way all of my recipients get to pick exactly what they want or need. 

Now, of course I can't give them just a gift card.  How lame would that be (LoL!)?  You know there has to be some type of packaging or holder, right?  So, here's my latest  paper-craft project: 






I made this cute little gift card holder to fit all the gift cards that I plan to send out.  The snowflakes and the reindeer scream CHRISTMAS!!!  As time gets closer, I'll make more with different designs, but this was my first shot at it and I gotta say, this one is a winner.  What do ya think?

Guess What!  More Good News!
My gift card was featured on...


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25 comments:

  1. So cute! I will definitely have to make these!

    Following you from a Monday hop...hope you can stop by my blog sometime! This week you can link up and join in my Jolly Holly Christmas Bash with lots of great giveaways, as always!
    http://mommysblessings.blogspot.com

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  2. Such a cute idea! If you're going to give a gift card, at least wrap it up all pretty!

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  3. What a great way to package gift cards! A homemade holder with so much time put into it really makes a gift card seem more special and personal. I featured you today on my gift wrap roundup :)

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  4. Hi Holly. Welcome to my "paper-crafts" blog and thanks for your comment. I visited your blog and I LIKE! The title is perfect, "A Mommy's Blessing". I'll be back there to link up my Christmas pics to your "Jolly Holly Christmas Bash".

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  5. Jennifer! Wowzers! Thanks for the feature. Now that was the icing on the cake. I was already having a WONDERful day and then I see your comment. Thanks a lot for posting my gift card holder! :o)

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  6. Hey Lisa. You're right about that. We gotta give 'em something cute to receive the gift card in. Even gift cards deserve a little "gift wrapping", too. LoL! Thanks again for stopping by. :o)

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  7. Wow! I LOVE your blog!! I'm so glad I found you!
    I too have a love for the Lord and crafts :)

    Following from Welcome Wednesday.

    You can visit me at http://preciouscupcakes.blogspot.com :)

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  8. Hey Cynthia. Looks like we already got a lot in common. :o) Good to meet ya and thanks for stopping by. Following ya!

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  9. very cool... love it! your newest blog hop follower. happy wednesday. would *love* a follow back. you can find me at:

    http://www.aceandfriendsco.com

    lots of FUN giveaways... come by and enter!

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  10. So very cute! Found you through iFellowship! Can't wait to look around....I love paper!!

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  11. Hey Cherie! Thanks! Well, that makes 2 of us - 2 paper lovers. Thanks for stopping by. Have a look around, stay awhile. :o)

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  12. Hi Ace. Welcome to my world of paper-crafts. Glad you stopped by and have enjoyed your visit. Next stop: Ace and Friends. :o)

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  13. I'm your newest follower from Keepin Company Thursday! From one crafter to another...I love your blog!
    Kim
    http://lilliputcottage.blogspot.com/

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  14. I think they are great and a wonderful way to add a personal touch to a gift card!
    I'm a new follower!

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  15. This is SO cute!! I love the paper your used. I always feel kind of bad giving gift cards (like I couldn't figure out anything else) though I know I love to receive them. I think this really personalizes it!! Thank you for linking up to Homemade Christmas!

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  16. Just so you know, I'm one of those people lame enough to give just a gift card. No more excuses now!

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  17. Cute Idea....wished I was talented.

    Fellow Blog Hopper:)

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  18. Hi Debbie,
    Thanks for your comment. I love adding a personal touch. That makes the gift soooo much better.

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  19. Hey Michele. Thanks for hopping over this way. This was a fun and quick project. The paper is actually from a Christmas paper kit that I got a couple of years ago. But who doesn't love a gift card (with or without the card holder)? At least they don't have to return it and that's what makes it the perfect gift.

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  20. Jenn! LoL! That doesn't make ya lame. At least you're sweet enough to get the gift card. The holder is extra...it's like the extra icing added to the cake. :)

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  21. Hey Grace. Thanks for coming by and I'm glad you like the gift card holder. Keep in mind you're talented, too. YES MA'AM YOU ARE! God gave us all different gifts and talents. Besides, with all the tutorials available, it's like following receipe directions. :o)

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  22. Super cute paper choice and I love it when a project works out the way you want it to the first time around!

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  23. Thanks Katie. I know what ya mean. I prefer that things work out the first time around. It can be a bit discouraging when its a flop. But, not to worry with this one. I have a major project coming up and I'm praying that I'm successful the first time around (again). Thanks for coming through today. :o)

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  24. Very cute! I'd also hate to send out gift cards with no special packaging...how boring would that be?! Hehe... :)

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