Silly Rabbit…Part 2

Posted on April 13, 2014 by mauistamper

I’ve seen these little bunny treat holders all over the place, but that didn’t stop me from making some of my own:

These are cute and easy – the hardest part is putting the M&M’s into the bunnies and NOT into the Maui Stamper.

This is punch art at its simplest. You’ll need the 1 3/4″ circle, 2 1/2″ circle, large oval, and Bitty Punch Pack (currently available as a Weekly Deal – hurry, just til Monday April 14th!) You’ll also need the Circle Treat Holders and a bag of pom poms – the ones I had were kinda big but they give my Bunnies character.

Punch the 1 3/4″ circle FIRST. Place the 2 1/2″ circle over the 1 3/4″ circle opening and cut a ring that is 2 1/2″ wide with a 1 3/4″ circle opening centered in the middle. Then cut two large ovals and snip off about 1/2″ from one end of each oval, creating a flat spot. Cut one more 2 1/2″ circle that is “whole” – no “hole” in the middle.

Put a little Tombo (the Wonder Adhesive) on the TOP of the treat cup rim. Place the two ovals, flat side to the inside, together on the rim. Add a dot of Tombo to the top of each oval and slide the ring (2 1/2″ wide with a 1 3/4″ opening) over the top.

Flip the cup over and fill it up with treats. (A treat for bunny, a treat for me…a treat for bunny, a treat for me…) Remove the liner from the self-stick adhesive on the treat holder and put the “whole” 2 1/2″ circle over the back. Yes, they are going to have to destroy the treat holder to get to the candies. It’s ok. It’s only paper.

Punch a flower with the Bitty Punch pack and adhere it between the ears with Tombo (the Wonder Adhesive) or a Glue Dot (my new BFF). Add a rhinestone or a pearl. Adhere the pom pom to the top of the treat cup – my poms were so big I used Sticky strip, but if you found smaller ones I’m sure a Glue Dot would hold.

Repeat and repeat!! They’re bunnies, aren’t they? They’re supposed to multiply 🙂

A Home for the Birds

Posted on March 9, 2014 by mauistamper

If you’ve followed me for any time at all, you likely have guessed that I love birds. Their songs wake me in the morning and draw me outside during the day. In the middle of a walk or hike I’ve been known to stop in order to peer into the trees at the sound of a new voice. It shouldn’t be a terrible surprise to learn that I’ve been playing around with the idea of a bird house:

This is my first attempt but I can assure you it’s not my last – I have a lot of ideas in my head! I wanted to see what worked in terms of construction techniques and proportions. I’m not sure I would make another bird house this large, but then again, I surprise myself sometimes 🙂

I used both the Woodgrain Background stamp and the Wood grain TIEF to create, well, wood grain (um, I think that’s a giant DUH.) I used the stamp on the walls of the house, but for the roof I wanted more texture. The Texture Boutique Embossing Machine made short work of adding wood grain texture to my card stock. (I’m sorry to say that this product was available for a limited time, and will not be available again until June 1.) A little sponging helps that texture stand out even more, and also adds dimension to corners and openings.

I added a few of the tiniest butterflies from the Beautiful Wings Embosslit to the front, and rolled up a sliver of card stock to create a perch at the front door. (The photo above is just crooked enough to make me a little dizzy!)

I was going for a “climbing vine” look on this side, and if you are an imaginative sort of person perhaps that’s the look you’ll see.

There will be more bird houses! I’ve got a lot of ideas and a few adjustments to try. I would LOVE your constructive feedback and suggestions, so comment away!

Wonder if there’s a lime in that pool?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by mauistamper

Color combinations shouldn’t always be safe. This one isn’t particularly adventurous but it’s not run-of-the-mill either!

Best of Birthdays Stamp set
Wisteria Wonder, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party and Whisper White card stock
Wisteria Wonder, Lucky Limeade and Pool Party FFIP
Pool Party and Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Write markers
Big Shot and Argyle TIEF
Adorning Accents Folders
Dazzling Details
Bitty punch pack
Bitty Buttons
Wisteria Wonder Bakers Twine

This was another card we made in the Best of Birthdays class. I’m telling you, you NEED this set! Do I need to get out that dizzy hypnotizing oval from Oh Hello again?? Make you get sleepy…sleepy…sleepy…

And while you’re at it, put some Dazzling Details on your order. Can’t get much cheaper (#124117 for $2.50) and it’s on the Mr. Maui Stamper Approved Forms of Glitter List. What more could you ask?