Month: December 2011

Last Minute Gifts Blog Party Last Day!

This week has been a total blast! There are 154 totally awesome “last minute gift ideas”  on Monday’s post HERE! You all ROCK!! Feel free to use that list as reference as over the next couple of weeks… it just might come in handy : )  Kerri and I {and our awesome design teams} would like to thank you for joining us and making this week SO MUCH FUN!

Without delay…. The two winners of the $50 gift cards are:

Kristen S – “I love to bake some sort of sweets– cookies, candy, white chocolate popcorn and then decorate them in a pretty box/bag with my scrap stash.”

ckcpurple – “Wow!  Thanks for the opportunity to win.  I’m subscribed and I’ve liked you on FB.  My favorite gift to give is handmade ornaments.  I usually make a few extra just in case!!!”

Watch for an email from me! If you don’t get it please contact me at info@loriwhitlock.com.

Today the fabulous Miss Krissy has a darling quick and easy idea for us. Here’s what Krissy has to say:

“If you are like me, you have relatives and friends who live in a different state (or maybe a different country). And when Christmas comes around, you want to send them something a little more meaningful than a card, but you don’t want to go bankrupt paying for postage (not to mention standing in mile-long lines at the post office! Well, look no further! I have come up with a FANTASTIC solution! It’s cute, it’s easy, it’s thoughtful, and best of all – it’s a quick little project that you can get done in no time at all! What is it?

Well, I took boring cd cases and, using Lori Whitlock’s CUTTING FILES and Kerri Bradford’s CUTTING FILES (and using Echo Park’s Season’s Greetings papers – designed by Lori Whitlock), I turned them into this:”

Krissy’s first cd contains some favorite Christmas carols. Great idea!
Items you’ll need:

Playlist:  BECAUSE OF YOU Collection by Kerri
“fa la la” diecut: THIS + THAT CHRISTMAS by Kerri
pocket:  BECAUSE OF YOU by Kerri
tag & snowflake: CHRISTMAS SET 2 by Lori

Go visit Krissy’s blog for yet another chance to WIN a $25 gift card. We’re giving things away all over the place!!

Make sure you go check out  Kerri Bradford‘s grand finale post today! She’ll be announcing 2 winners, also!!

THANKS again for partying with us! Hopefully we’ve all found a few new ideas that inspire us to create something fabulous for a loved one this season!

Oh, and don’t forget… if you didn’t win the $50 gift card, and you have some shapes that you need…. today is the LAST DAY of the 25% OFF SALE!! Use code DEC25 at checkout. VISIT STORE

Yea!!! It’s Friday!! I don’t know about you, but I have a hot date tonight with my husband! I can’t wait!! I hope you have something fun planned. If not…. it’s not too late… so go plan something!! Whatever you do… HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!

Last Minute Gifts Blog Party Day #4

DON’T MISS THE FREEBIE BELOW

Good morning, everyone!! I’m so excited to kick off Day 4 of the BLOG PARTY!! Today I’ve got a super cute idea to share with you… I think y’all will like it!! Before we get started, I’d like to post the winner of the darling headband… drum roll please… The winner is…. Laura Lien. Laura, please email your snail mail address to info@loriwhitlock.com and I’ll get that sent out to you. Congrats!! You’re gonna love it. And for all those that didn’t win the headband… you can get 25% off your order at Sweet Sweat Bands using code SWEET25. Thank you Sarah!

Speaking of 25% OFF… Everything in my online store is 25% OFF today and tomorrow. So, if there’s something you’re eyeing… you can get it on SALE for 2 more days.

Did you see the cute button cards Miss Laura Vegas made yesterday? If you missed it go check those cuties out over on Kerri Bradford‘s blog.

Miss Natalie Graham always has something super crafty and so cute up her sleeve. She’s created some “candy pouches” for her kids to give their friends for Christmas. What an awesome and inexpensive idea!! Here’s what Natalie has to say…

“I was trying to think of who was left on my list to figure out what to give and I  was reminded from my kids that they wanted to give something to their friends from school and church!  So I had seen something like this and thought, it would be much cuter with something die cut, and not to mention easier – so here are my Candy gift pouches.”

“This set of “cookies” was made with plain brown paper wrapping paper I picked up at the dollar store. I cut two bases with my cricut, then started sewing them around.  When you are about three quarters around – stuff the candy inside, then continue sewing until it is all sewn around – then I add the cute decorations all made from pattern paper.  I made this a set of four, since it is a gift for a cute family we know that has four kids – it will be from my kids to them.  So I wrapped them up together with string and added a tag.”

How CUTE… you just tear right into them to find the secret stash of treats!

Here’s what you’ll need:
Kraft wrapping paper (it’s thinner than cardstock which makes it easier to tear into them!)
Christmas wrapping paper
Cookie: Christmas Cookie Set by Lori Whitlock
Christmas Countdown by Kerri Bradford

And TODAY ONLY, the gift that Natalie used is available for FREE!!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE THIS SHAPE

Thanks for dropping in today! Remember to go check out Kerri‘s post today. I can’t wait to see what her team has created!

TOMORROW THE WINNERS OF THE TWO $50 GIFT CARDS WILL BE ANNOUNCED. DON’T MISS IT! TO BE ENTERED TO WIN… SEE RULES ON MONDAY’S POST HERE.

 

Last Minute Gifts Blog Party Day #3

I’m so glad you’re back for Day #3 our Blog Party with Kerri Bradford!! We are having a GREAT time interacting with all of you! My site has record breaking traffic over the past few days. Thank you so much for your support!!

You have submitted some fabulous “LAST MINUTE GIFT” ideas on the Day 1 post. Go check them out HERE. It’s a great resource if you’re in need of some ideas!!

Did you see the awesome projects the amazing Laura Vegas shared over on Kerri’s blog yesterday? If not make sure you go check those babies out. She created a photo box, golf ball box, and the cutes little gift card holder box you’ve ever seen {all using my box files along with Kerri’s files for embellishments}!!

Don’t forget… there are $50 GIFT CARDS up for grabs and all the entry details are listed on Monday’s post right HERE. TWO WINNERS WILL BE CHOSEN FRIDAY!!

Today, the lovely Miss Carolyn King has created our featured project. Who has a teacher on their gift list? I’m sure there’s not a teacher in the world that doesn’t get enough candles or hand lotion. Carolyn is thinking out of the box on this one (no pun intended)… What a creative way to give a gift card to the teacher on your list. I’m sure this is one gift that will be appreciated.

Here’s what Carolyn has to say:

“My last minute gift idea is for the teacher’s on your holiday list. I usually get a book store gift card for my children’s teachers so I started with that and created a gift card holder. I wanted to do a mini cube of paper to go with it but I could not find any white paper cubes so I just created the box and stuck an apple in there 🙂 You get the idea, though!”

Here are the cutting files that Carolyn used:
Apple, alpha background: Educationish (Kerri Bradford
Library Pocket Tag with Gift Card Holder (Lori Whitlock)
Happy Holidays: Christmas Phrases (Lori Whitlock)

Make sure you go comment on Carolyn’s blog post for another chance to win a gift card to my shop and Kerri’s shop. She’ll be announcing winners tomorrow morning. While you’re there make sure you check out the Echo Park Blog hop she’s participating in. She’s featuring my Winter Park and Season’s Greetings pattern paper on her lovely cards!!

Whew… just got sidetracked… I did the ECHO PARK hop… you’ve gotta go check that out!! There’s some amazing ideas and a ton of my designs featured.

OK. Back to business. Not only did we meet our goal of 30 posts yesterday… we had over 60!! You ladies ROCK!! I’ll whip up a new freebie for tomorrow.

Today I have a last minute gift GIVEAWAY for you!! I’m so excited to send one of these awesome headbands to you!! I LOVE THESE HEADBANDS!! Talk about a CUTE, inexpensive gift for the girls/women in your life…. I wear mine when I exercise… they don’t slip and they keep my hair out of my face.

Simply comment on today’s post for a chance to win this darling headband made by Sweet Sweat Bands! My friend Sarah owns the company and she’s such a fun and talented girl!! Thanks SARAH for hosting today’s GIVEAWAY! I’ll choose a winner from the comments in the morning.

Have a great day and don’t forget to go visit Kerri…. I’m headed that way myself right now!

Oh… and one more thing…. everything in my shop is still 25% OFF through Friday!! Use code DEC25 at checkout!

 

Last Minute Gifts Blog Party Day #2

Welcome back for Day #2 of our Blog Party where Kerri Bradford and I are showcasing some awesome “LAST MINUTE GIFT” ideas created by our design team members! The projects you see both here and on Kerri’s site are made with cutting files designed by Kerri and myself. If you missed the post yesterday, be sure to go see Corri’s awesome Bottle Tags and the beautiful gift card holders & candle holder designed by Shari Carroll over on Kerri’s blog.

There are TWO $50 GIFT CARDS up for grabs and all the entry details are listed on Monday’s post right HERE.

BE SURE YOU DON’T MISS THE FREEBIE AT THE BOTTOM OF TODAY’S POST.

Just a reminder… everything in MY SHOP is 25% OFF this week. Use code DEC25 at checkout. So… go stock up while the files are on SALE! If you have any troubles using the code or receiving your order… please just email me. I will make sure you get you get the discount and your purchase.

Today, Joy has used my cupcake box and embellished it with some of Kerri’s adorable art turning them into a fabulous gift for a cocoa or coffee lover! Who wouldn’t be excited to receive this?? IT’S SO CUTE!!

Oh, and you might just want to go visit Joy for another chance to win a gift card… hint… hint.

Joy used Kerri’s darling Santa suit to embellish the side of the box.

Joy modified the box insert to hold a gift card and a K-Cup of Coffee or Cocoa. How creative is that?

This is Kerri’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas” word art. I love how Joy highlighted “Christ” with the green dot paper.

To create this project you need the following files:

Cupcake Box (by Lori Whitlock)
This+That: Christmas [Just Shapes] (by Kerri Bradford)
December Additions: The Pages (by Kerri Bradford)

I’ve got a treat for you TODAY! Just a little something I whipped up to tell you THANK YOU for dropping by! Oh, and if I get over 30 comments on today’s post… I’ll do another freebie this week!!

DOWNLOAD FREE JOY CARD HERE

Have a super great day! And, don’t forget to go visit Kerri right now. She has a new gift idea posted along with another freebie! I can’t wait to go check it out myself!

 

Last Minute Christmas Gifts Blog Party!!

Who still has a few gifts on their list to finish up??? I know I do! And, where does the time go?? We’re 20 days away from Christmas. So, hopefully this week you’ll find some inspiration to create those last few gifts (that you’re hoping to make) that are still on your list.

My good friend Kerri Bradford and I have teamed up to bring you a seriously fun week full of LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT ideas!! Kerri and I have worked together in various capacities over the years. She’s one creative gal and I’m sure you’ll enjoy getting to know her.

Our super talented design teams are playing with cutting files from both Kerri and I this week and we’ll be showcasing their amazing creations.

Each day Kerri and I will BOTH be highlighting projects on our blogs by one of our design team members. Be sure to go visit the Design Team blogs this week as you follow along for some awesome giveaways.

Make sure you tune in every day this week so you don’t miss a thing!

Oh, and to make this party even a little more fun and help you get the files you need… Everything in my online store is 25% OFF this week! Simply use code DEC25 at checkout. And… PLEASE EMAIL me with any issues using the code or getting your downloads at info@loriwhitlock.com. I appreciate your purchases and want to make sure every customer is HAPPY!

And, what would a PARTY be without some prizes?? I’m giving away TWO $50 Gift Cards to my Online Shop to a couple of lucky winners!! You’ll need to do 3 things to be entered to win…

1. Subscribe to my blog by entering your email address in the right hand bar and hitting “subscribe”… or you can choose to follow by google friend connect if you prefer.

2. Become a fan of the Lori Whitlock Facebook page right HERE.

3. Leave a comment on TODAY’s post telling us a favorite last minute gift idea… maybe something you’re planning to make this year.

The winners will be announced on my blog, on my FB page, and emailed on Friday. Kerri is also doing this giveaway. So, make sure you go enter her giveaway, too!

So, let’s get to our first awesome quick and easy last minute gift giving idea….

Today, Corri is sharing a super cute set of Bottle Label Tags that she’s created. These would dress up a bottle of “whatever” to make the perfect hostess gift or neighbor gift this holiday season. I love this idea because it’s super easy and really adds a homemade flair to a simple bottle. Go visit Corri’s blog to see her post giving more details about her project. There just might be some surprises over there, too… hint, hint : )

You’ll need these files to create these Bottle Label Tags…

BOTTLE LABEL TAGS (by Lori Whitlock)

THIS & THAT: CHRISTMAS (by Kerri Bradford)

Be sure to head over to www.kerribradford.com for more last minute gift giving ideas using both of our shapes!