Thursday, December 8, 2011

Warm Hearts

 ***Please scroll down for my CAS-ual Fridays Challenge post!***

 

Welcome to the second Lawnscaping Blog Hop! You should have arrived by way of Ayu (MimiPipi Craft's blog. Today it's all about red! I'm sharing a sweet, easy, little treat to make for the Christmas season: a hot chocolate wrapper!


And it all features a beautiful, red, foxy friend! I started by coloring the vixen (Lawn Fawn's Winter Fox) with some red and red/orange markers and used the "beyond the border" technique to frame her out.


 I distressed the focal panel with some hand made spritz and then mounted it to a long strip of red vintage colored patterned paper. The sentiment (from Making Frosty Friends) was treated with the same distress technique, and mounted to the panel and wrapped with twine. The heart from My Silly Valentine completes the sentiment. I also mounted I scored the paper and die cut one end to match the shape of the focal frame. A simple staple holds the hot chocolate packets and that was dressed up with some twine too.

See, I told you it was easy to make a special gift! Personalization is so simple too, if you'd like to go that route. This little giftie would make a great stocking stuffer as well. 

The hop runs from Friday, December 9th to Sunday, December 11th. Comment on all of the blogs for a chance to win prizes from Lawn Fawn, Mold Muse and Whisker Graphics!

The next stop is Melania Deasy's blog, and if you get lost, just stop by the Lawnscaping Blog!  Thank you for stopping by today and I hope you found something here that inspired you...

Supplies:
Cardstock: (Natural Ivory) Stampin Up!
Patterned Paper: Graphic 45
Stamps: (Winter Fox, Making Frosty Friends, My Silly Valentine) Lawn Fawn
Ink: (Vintage Photo Distress) Ranger, (Onyx Black) Versafine
Fiber: (Natural Burlap String) May Arts
Other: (Markers) Copic
Tools: (Labels Four Nestabilities) Spellbinders
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100 comments:

  1. LaurelDecember 8, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    Adorable card!

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  2. Jay GeeDecember 8, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Great gift idea Karen. I really like the earthy colours you have used. So cosy and homey feeling... perfect for hot chocolate :)

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  3. HussenaDecember 8, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    wow what a great gift idea...really like the way you have used the fox image and the sentiment...simply fab!!!

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  4. LeroyLimeDecember 9, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    this is just FOXY, love it! :)

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  5. EveDecember 9, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    luv this gift packet, to match the inside content (the gift) and the image! Cute! :-)

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  6. LydiaDecember 9, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Simple perfect!! Love it!!

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  7. MicheleDecember 9, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    Unique idea! Too cute!

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  8. Moccavanila by Vera RhuhayDecember 9, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    Love...love this gift bag! simply cute!!!

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  9. DivineDecember 9, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    Cute project :)

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  10. RitiDecember 9, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    SIMPLE & CUTE !

    TFS
    HUGS,
    RITI

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  11. Grá O'NeillDecember 9, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    Beautiful wrapper, tfs :)

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  12. Ayu (MimiPipi Craft)December 9, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    Sweet gift bag. love it so much

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  13. LynnDecember 9, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Fabulous...love the sweet little fox!

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  14. Andrea MDecember 9, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Beautiful and delicious! Who could ask for anything more? ;)

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  15. Sherry EckbladDecember 9, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    I could use some hot chocolate right about now it is 5 degrees this morning. Great gift idea.

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  16. MargieDecember 9, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    I have loved this fox stamp but wasn't sure how I'd use it - seeing her curled around a steaming mug of coffee (or tea, or cocoa) made me smile :) Thank you so much for sharing your creativity!

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  17. BeckieDecember 9, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Super pretty. Great gift.

    Be Blessed, Beckie

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  18. Marlena M.December 9, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Beautiful project, Karen! I love the warm colors to match the WARM gift! ;)

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  19. JingleDecember 9, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    This is very cute! It has a warm and cozy feel to it!

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  20. Chari MossDecember 9, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    You are always so full of fabulous ideas! Who knew plain hot chocolate could be so lovely. :) I love what you did with the sentiment too.

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  21. Annette AllenDecember 9, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    aww Karen...this is so adorable..
    thanks for sharing..

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  22. terriavidreader (IN-USA)December 9, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Nice!

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  23. Message KeeperDecember 9, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    This project is fabulous!

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  24. Karin ÅkesdotterDecember 9, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    What a perfect and beautiful gift this time of year! TFS!

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  25. ChristianaDecember 9, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    What a clever idea, Karen! I love it. It turned out super cute and it makes a perfect little gift or stocking stuffer. You could even use it as a cute tag on a gift! Love this.

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  26. Jen W.December 9, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    So sweet! That little fox is perfect for this hop. :)

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  27. BabyBokChoyDecember 9, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I feel warm and fuzzy looking this lovely project!

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  28. Jeanette M.December 9, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    It is wonderful! I love your idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  29. JennyDecember 9, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    The perfect image for a Hot Chocolate wrapper Karen! Beautiful backing paper and sentiment too.You're always so creative :)
    Jenny x

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  30. Michelle (aka Meechelle)December 9, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    This is so pretty. I love the colors. It just has a nice cozy feel to it!

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  31. KellyDecember 9, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    such a cute way to package a little gift. love the labels 4 die and the MISTING and great!

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  32. MarshaDecember 9, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    such a cute gift idea ;-)

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  33. neddgirlDecember 9, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Lovely project and practical.

    Rebecca
    brrck@yahoo.com

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  34. Tami B.December 9, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Cute idea for a sweet little gift.

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  35. LindaDecember 9, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    cute idea!

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  36. CrisDecember 9, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    what a cute gift! Love that fox and your coloring is beutiful! The papers you used are gorgeous!

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  37. Rebecca MosherDecember 9, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    What a fun idea, I wish someone would give me a one of these :)

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  38. MarieDecember 9, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Wonderful project! TFS =)

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  39. KatieDecember 9, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    great ideas, thanks.

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  40. DonnaSueDecember 9, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    What a great gift idea!

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  41. Tina MDecember 9, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    What a fun and cute project!

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  42. Panda8ngelDecember 9, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I love the sentiment...friends really do warm the heart. :)

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  43. Stephanie Y.December 9, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Love the color combo used here; so warm and cozy!

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  44. YaineaDecember 9, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Love the colors and the whole idea, perfect gift!

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  45. Alice December 9, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    love the vintage look. love the simple treat holder, too! wonderful gift idea. thanks for sharing, Karen!

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  46. Erin-December 9, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    What a sweet little project--in every sense of the word! :)

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  47. judyDecember 9, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    I love this adorable hot chocolate
    wrapper!!

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  48. glowegalDecember 9, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    What a great lil creation! Your coloring job looks awesome!!

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  49. DottiDecember 9, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Really cute....makes that hot chocolate packet so special!

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  50. LORRAINE pDecember 9, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    great idea

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  51. LynndaDecember 9, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Fabulous and great gift idea Karen!!! You rocked!!! I really like the earthy colours you have used. VEry cos-y and home-y feeling... I can just sit back and enjoy this!!! You are amazing!!! hugs..xoxo

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  52. newscrapperDecember 9, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Great gift idea especially for the cool weather we are having in the Pacific Northwest.

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  53. hodginsDecember 9, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Lots of red fox around here...but none as cute as this!

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  54. Mubeena M.December 9, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    so very cute!

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  55. UnknownDecember 9, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Adorable gift idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  56. shescraftyDecember 9, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Fun idea!

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  57. ~Tammy~December 9, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Fabby idea and such cute packing!

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  58. Cheryl SchuesslerDecember 9, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Love the little red fox. Cute card!

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  59. QueenIreneDecember 9, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    cute cute cute little fox.

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  60. alexandra s.m.December 9, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    It's beautiful!
    and that red fox is darling ;-)

    TFS~

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  61. Terri (blindstamper)December 9, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    What a cute project! Love that fox!

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  62. ReneDecember 9, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Love the fox! Great idea

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  63. Melissa SheaDecember 9, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Cute project! That really makes a "little" gift so much more special!

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  64. AnonymousDecember 9, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Adorable card!

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  65. Sunna Reynisd.December 10, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    beautiful card!

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  66. Chris - Creations in BloomDecember 10, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    what a cute idea. I could make these for my husband's office. Love your fox. Your colors are so warm.

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  67. farmhouse-storyDecember 10, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    perfect little gift idea for this time of year, karen:) happy weekend!

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  68. NatQuebecDecember 10, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    what a great idea !

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  69. Laurel BeardDecember 10, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    What a fantastic idea! I love it. A great and easy (not to mention inexpensive) gift for the winter season!!! Fantabulous.

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  70. TamaraDecember 10, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Beautiful card!! TFS xx

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  71. Samantha MannDecember 10, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Love your hot cocoa wrapper!! What a fabulous idea!

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  72. Creations by MonaDecember 10, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Lovely card :)

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  73. Hilde van RijnsoeverDecember 10, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Gorgeous card!

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  74. Patricia HDecember 10, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    This is super duper cute! :)

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  75. lisa aranaDecember 10, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    such a super cute idea... may have to borrow this one!

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  76. rhofferDecember 10, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    What a sweet idea!

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  77. MariaDecember 10, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Fabulous idea!!!

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  78. VICTORIADecember 10, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    Love the card. I raised baby foxes when i was 7 years old they were the red with white tipped tail. Loved them to death...actually till mating season came then they left. :(
    win_or_lose52@hotmail.com
    http://victoriasjunk.blogspot.com

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  79. LindsayDecember 10, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Totally fantastic Karen, love it!

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  80. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I love personalized gifts and will have to add yours to my idea binder. Thanks for sharing.

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  81. blupixyDecember 10, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Love this project! Thanks for sharing!

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  82. FrancineBDecember 10, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Very pretty! Love that fox image.

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  83. Tracy ErcoleDecember 11, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Cute :)

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  84. Stamp with AngelaDecember 11, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    A great project and a cute image with the fox.

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  85. CarlijnDesignDecember 11, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    What a cute project! Love the colors!

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  86. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    karen this is so pretty! i love your coloring, and how all of the colors flow together so perfectly...your designs are always drool-worthy :)

    i mailed your prize on friday (prize #3 i think). you'll receive a separate card since i forgot to put it in the envelope ;)

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  87. Courtney KDecember 11, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    what a cute idea!

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  88. СтоклиDecember 11, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Really simple and nice gift idea=)

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  89. GailDecember 11, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Cute little fox ,love the backing paper.

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  90. Isha GuptaDecember 11, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    This is such a pretty card Karen. I really like the colors together. TFS

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  91. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Very SWEET TREAT! Love your coloring on foxy there, and how you packaged the treat! TFS! ;o)

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  92. Sue DDecember 11, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Great way to give hot chocolate.

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  93. BrendaDecember 11, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I love this little fox and how you used her on your gift, very nice idea!

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  94. UnknownDecember 11, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Great gift Karen. The fox is just too cute!

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  95. Indy's DesignsDecember 11, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Great work! I always love seeing that fox!

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  96. Savannah O'GwynnDecember 11, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    OHHH! Super cute, Karen!! LOVE the papers and I LOVE the twine! BEAUTIFUL!

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  97. jenDecember 12, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    what a great way to personalize a gift! :) this is SO sweet!

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  98. ~amy~December 12, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Such a great idea! Love your choice of colors!

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  99. CherylDecember 12, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Aww cute! Great idea! I think we all need a little hot cocoa to warm us up today.

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  100. TrinhDecember 12, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Love that wrapper!

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