I AM BACK!!!! Sorry about that yesterday…of ALL days for them to decide to HACK my site!. Anyway…I am keeping my BLOG CANDY OPEN THROUGH TUESDAY!!! So stop by and leave a comment!
WOOOO HOOOO!!!! And it has begun…PREVIEW WEEK for Create with Connie and Mary Winter Collection 2013! And let me say…it is beginning and to look a lot like Christmas!
Yesterday we announced our Guest Designers for this collection and we are so excited they will be joining us! And today…I’m sharing the first Preview Week Project! (oh…and some BLOG CANDY TOO!!!)
I LOVE designing and making gift card holders. With giving more and more gift cards I want to package them up with a little something that I made. I had decided that I was going to make a set a gift card holders for you all for Preview Week and started creating. And then I just got stuck! My deadline was looming and one partial one was just sitting their and going nowhere fast! So what do you do when you are stuck on ideas? Well for me it’s off to Pinterest and Google Images! First came the stocking cap. The front panel flips down and is tucked behind the HO3. I just couldn’t resist making a Christmas Tree/Snowman combo to go with our Winter Collection logo! Where’s the gift card? Well lift up on the tree trunk and it is in a little holder behind it. My husband’s favorite is Santa. This is a new take on an old classic. Pull up on his hat and the gift card is there.
Here’s some individual shots of the gift card holders…
So…would you like the step-by-step directions for making each of these? Then head on over to Create with Connie and Mary and you find a tutorial for each of these!
Oh…I mentioned BLOG CANDY didn’t I? Yep…it is true! I will be giving away a FREE subscription to Create with Connie and Mary Holiday Collection 2013! Leave me a comment today MONDAY, 10/14/13 and your name is entered into my drawing! We are giving away a lot of FREE Subscriptions this week so stop back EVERY DAY!
Preview Week has begun and we have some cool projects for you! During Preview Week you can a taste of what we are all about including several opportunities for BLOG CANDY!!! So you want to stop back daily! This is the LAST WEEK for Early Bird signups for our Create with Connie and Mary Winter Collection 2013. You don’t want to miss it! It’s all about Christmas and Winter projects! It’s not too early to start planning those gifts and decorating and we have lots of GREAT ideas to help you! See more information over on Create with Connie and Mary!
Oh, Mary! These are adorable! Thanks so much for the tutorials. Wish I could sign up for the Winter Collection, but money is a little too tight right now. Hopefully next time!
Wowzers!!! I’ve been trying to look for some different shaped gift holders other than the traditional….and you DID it!!!!! These are so cute…thank you for sharing.
The stocking cap is perfect for gifts in January and February. We have several
Birthdays then and this will be really cute! Will be making Santa and tree for
Christmas. Thanks so much for sharing,
Thank you for these fab ideas for gift card holders – love them – so clever! Will definitely have a go at making them myself in time for Christmas giving! I might even use the Santa face on it’s own with a scallop circle backing as my Christmas tree chocolates this year with a chocolate coin sandwiched inbetween the front and back layers!, with a little baker’s twine hanging loop snailed on! Thank you for the inspiration! :O) Lucy from the UK! x
Mary these gift card holders are so cute! You right with more and more gift cards being given during the holidays it is nice to have some cute ways to package them up! Thanks for sharing!
Love these, so cute,it has been a while since I could afford to buy a membership but I thoroughly love window shopping at the blogs, thanks for sharing.
Wow, these are so neat and so different. They would make fantastic sellers at craft shows. I am going to give them a try and see how much time they take. I am certainly going to make them for my own use. I am sure they will hold money also.
I hear you about lovin’ g.c. holders; can’t get enough of them; I’d love a pass for the winter session of Create w/Connie & Mary…here’s to keepin’ my fingers crossed; thanks for the chance to win!!
Here goes, I always see blog candy and I think what the heck, I never win anything, so I am giving it a try!!
I love them, so quick and fun to do. thanks for the directions. Keep creating I love your blog. I check it everyday, and it gets my creative thoughts racing. Can’t wait for next week. Have a great day,
LOVE LOVE LOVE these!! I am always making gift card holders and have to make new ones each year!! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win!! Also thank you thank you thank you for sharing your wonderful talent!!!
Because all the kids are getting older (and love gift cards or cash) I am always looking for new ideas. These are so adorable and more than fit the bill…pun intended! 🙂
These gift card holders are great for that special someone! I’m excited to get started making some now and be ahead of the game before the Christmas Rush gets here!! Thank You Mary for the tutorials!!
Love each one Mary. I am always looking for great “packaging” for gift cards since they are a big favorite in my family. Thanks for sharing the tutorials.
Thanks a bunch, Mary, for showing the sample gift card holders. I am always wanting to make them for the holidays too. I also really appreciate the link to the
tutorials and will check them out. Am I too late to get in on the chance for blog candy?
Mary, this little reindeer gift card is just too cute…love that you “saw his face” in the ornament punch and love it even more that you shared it with us! Jan
These are so fun! I have a winter birthday and maybe I will do the gift card thing so I can create the cute hat one! Thanks for sharing the directions with us.
I AM BACK!!!! Sorry about that yesterday…of ALL days for them to decide to HACK my site!. Anyway…I am keeping my BLOG CANDY OPEN THROUGH TUESDAY!!! So stop by and leave a comment! 
So…would you like the step-by-step directions for making each of these? Then head on over to Create with Connie and Mary and you find a tutorial for each of these!
Preview Week has begun and we have some cool projects for you! During Preview Week you can a taste of what we are all about including several opportunities for BLOG CANDY!!! So you want to stop back daily! This is the LAST WEEK for Early Bird signups for our Create with Connie and Mary Winter Collection 2013. You don’t want to miss it! It’s all about Christmas and Winter projects! It’s not too early to start planning those gifts and decorating and we have lots of GREAT ideas to help you! See more information over on Create with Connie and Mary!
I LOVE THESE! I love new ideas for gift card holders….dang it. Now I have to go but some more stamp sets! These are way cute, Mary!!
LOVE these gift card holders! Well, I love everything Connie and Mary come up with! Thanks so much for sharing!
Oh, Mary! These are adorable! Thanks so much for the tutorials. Wish I could sign up for the Winter Collection, but money is a little too tight right now. Hopefully next time!
so cute, I really like the trio. Super great ideas and a never ending SU wishlist. Blessings! LM
Wowzers!!! I’ve been trying to look for some different shaped gift holders other than the traditional….and you DID it!!!!! These are so cute…thank you for sharing.
I love the santa card
I am in love with these treat holders! All my nieces want gift cards as gifts so I am always looking tor fun ways to package them. TFS!
Really cute ideas Mary! I always need gift card holders.
The gift card holders are adorable!
1st time I have stopped by. but boy will I be back. Now I just have to find out how to make these. They are so cute
How cute!! Would love to win and thanks for the opportunity.
These are adorable! Always looking for new ideas for gift cards. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!
OMG!! These are awesome! I love your work, you are so talented. Thanks for sharing all your ideas and for the chance at the blog candy.
I love gift card holders and have a folder of ideas just for them. Please enter my name for your candy so I can add these too, thanks! Mary W
Hey Mary, very cool project.
I hope that Gypsy is hanging in. Thinking about you guys.
Oh! These are SO cute! Can’t wait to make some of these. What a great project to kick off this edition of Create with Connie and Mary.
I like all three of these gift card holders, but have to admit, my favorite is the Santa!
love the gift card holders
Mary I like your Holly Jolly Santa the most!!!!
Very cute! I love that they are winter shapes, but not traditional gift card holder shapes!
Great gift card ideas! Very talented!!
The stocking cap is perfect for gifts in January and February. We have several
Birthdays then and this will be really cute! Will be making Santa and tree for
Christmas. Thanks so much for sharing,
These are adorable Mary! Thanks for sharing your great ideas.
Thank you for these fab ideas for gift card holders – love them – so clever! Will definitely have a go at making them myself in time for Christmas giving! I might even use the Santa face on it’s own with a scallop circle backing as my Christmas tree chocolates this year with a chocolate coin sandwiched inbetween the front and back layers!, with a little baker’s twine hanging loop snailed on! Thank you for the inspiration! :O) Lucy from the UK! x
Mary these gift card holders are so cute! You right with more and more gift cards being given during the holidays it is nice to have some cute ways to package them up! Thanks for sharing!
I just love new ideas for gift cards. It makes them seem more like a gift instead of just a gift card.
I am always on the lookout for new ideas for gift cards. These are so cute and I will certainly give them a try. Thanks for sharing.
Linda D.
These are the cutest ideas I have ever seen!! Thanks for sharing what you love!! Hugs Kay
Love these, so cute,it has been a while since I could afford to buy a membership but I thoroughly love window shopping at the blogs, thanks for sharing.
I just love these. So cute, it makes you feel better about giving gidt cards instead of a gift.
Wow, these are so neat and so different. They would make fantastic sellers at craft shows. I am going to give them a try and see how much time they take. I am certainly going to make them for my own use. I am sure they will hold money also.
I always need ideas for gift cards. These are adorable!
I hear you about lovin’ g.c. holders; can’t get enough of them; I’d love a pass for the winter session of Create w/Connie & Mary…here’s to keepin’ my fingers crossed; thanks for the chance to win!!
love them all, but the Christmas Tree is my favorite!
Mary, these are just too cute! And boy, would I love a pass to the winter session!
Mary these are just wonderful. I would really love a subscription to yours and Connies site. I have been following you for quite sometime and love it
Such cute gift card holders!
A-DOR-A-BLE!!! I am going out to buy gift cards just so I can make these!! Thanks for sharing and the opportunity to win a subscription!
Love the gift card holders! Very creative!
Fabulous!!! You always come up with the most amazing projects. Thanks
What great ideas for giving gift cards! I give so many gift cards to people, and these will be fun to give and receive.
Here goes, I always see blog candy and I think what the heck, I never win anything, so I am giving it a try!!
I love them, so quick and fun to do. thanks for the directions. Keep creating I love your blog. I check it everyday, and it gets my creative thoughts racing. Can’t wait for next week. Have a great day,
I always love what you come up. These are so clever & cute! TFS.
I LOVE the hat!!! It is adorable and looks like it could be quick and easy to create! Thanks for sharing your talents!
LOVE LOVE LOVE these!! I am always making gift card holders and have to make new ones each year!! Thanks so much for the opportunity to win!! Also thank you thank you thank you for sharing your wonderful talent!!!
Because all the kids are getting older (and love gift cards or cash) I am always looking for new ideas. These are so adorable and more than fit the bill…pun intended! 🙂
Thanks for a chance to win. I love your work and have always enjoyed projects being shown. Thanks!
I love these gift card holders! So creative and festive!
Wow! These are so cute!!! Perfect for my grandchildren!
These are really great!
These gift card holders are great for that special someone! I’m excited to get started making some now and be ahead of the game before the Christmas Rush gets here!! Thank You Mary for the tutorials!!
Mary, Love this gift card holders!!! I’m glad you were able to fix your blog!! 🙂 thanks for the tutorial!
Gift card holders are always a good idea
I love the punch art ideas, fabulous I couldn’t do this I’m not a punch artist like you! Wonderful ideas Mary!!!! be well –
Love each one Mary. I am always looking for great “packaging” for gift cards since they are a big favorite in my family. Thanks for sharing the tutorials.
Thanks a bunch, Mary, for showing the sample gift card holders. I am always wanting to make them for the holidays too. I also really appreciate the link to the
tutorials and will check them out. Am I too late to get in on the chance for blog candy?
LOve your blog Mary. Sorry someone hacked you. Thanks for all your hard work and for sharing your ideas.
hugs
Mary, this little reindeer gift card is just too cute…love that you “saw his face” in the ornament punch and love it even more that you shared it with us! Jan
These are so fun! I have a winter birthday and maybe I will do the gift card thing so I can create the cute hat one! Thanks for sharing the directions with us.
Cute, cute, cute gift card holders. Always a must at Christmas (and year round). Thanks for the great ideas and the opportunity to win blog candy.
These are so cute. I know I will be making these for my gift cards this year. Oh so lucky to have a chance to win blog candy!