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Here is another project that was inspired by a convention presentation. Carrie Cudney and Lori Olaveson demonstrated a 9" x 9" chipboard calendar with a baby girl theme that would be perfect for recording baby milestones. I decided to use their layout and design a Christmas countdown calendar with some leftovers from the Winter Bright simply scrappin' kit.
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Stamp Sets: Big Deal Alphabet, Many Merry Messages ("Christmas"), Calendar
Ink: Real Red, Wild Wasabi, Basic Black, and Whisper White Craft
Paper: Winter Bright Simply Scrappin', Shimmery White, Wild Wasabi
Misc: Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Sticky Strip, 2-Way Glue, Pop-Up Glue Dots, Sponge, Sanding Block, 9" chipboard clipboard, On Board Ginormous Pieces, and On Board Trimmings (from the holiday mini)
I started by creating a template for the base of the clipboard. It measures 9" x 9" but you'll need to create a cut-out area at the top for the clip. Once the Wild Wasabi patterned paper was the correct size, I adhered it to the clipboard with sticky strip. I traced the Ginormous chipboard piece onto the Real Red patterned paper, cut it out and adhered it with 2-way glue. My next step was to sand all the edges of the clipboard and the scallop frame. The sanding took ahile to do, so it was a Big Brother project!
The edges of the frame were sponged with Whisper White craft ink, then embossed with Iridescent Ice embossing powder to give the illusion of snow (hopefully). I also had to cut a notch out of the frame, so that it would fit properly. The frame was attached with Pop-Up glue dots.
The Wild Wasabi base for the calendar measures 6 1/2" square. The calendar and "Merry" were stamped onto Shimmery White cardstock and adhered to the Wild Wasabi. I also added a few self-adhesive die-cuts to the calendar from the simply scrappin' kit.
Finally, the snowflakes were sponged and embossed, then adhered with Pop-Up glue dots.
As you may be able to tell, I like my projects to shimmer, sparkle & shine! This week, I'll be drawing one name to receive Dazzling Diamonds glitter to add some pizazz to your projects. Leave a comment with your name and your favorite Christmas stamp set. I'll announce the winner next Wednesday, September 5th.
Happy Stampin'
Melissa
WOW, I love your recreations. Fabulous work, I love it!! My favorite Christmas set right now is "Season of Joy!"
Posted by: Jill Kirk | August 28, 2007 at 11:47 PM
Very cute clipboard!
My favorite Christmas set is probably Happiest of Holidays :)
Posted by: Kelston | August 28, 2007 at 11:53 PM
I have many favorites, but I think that mine this "week" is Season of Joy with Holy Triptych coming in a close second.
Posted by: Julie Rupert | August 29, 2007 at 04:44 AM
This is such a creative idea and just love it. Sweet sparkle candy you are sharing wth your readers...count me in. I just love things to sparkle. Thanks for a chance.
cmeyers@hughes.net
Posted by: Cathy | August 29, 2007 at 06:12 AM
Season of Joy is most certainly a fav of mine! TFS!
Posted by: Denise M | August 29, 2007 at 08:47 AM
I am a sparkle addict myself! I don't really have a favorite Christmas set. I am ashamed to say, that I don't think I even have a Christmas set. But I have a bunch of dollar stamps I love to use for the holidays! Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Andrea Hays | August 29, 2007 at 09:04 AM
Just beautiful!!! my favorite stamp set is Peace be unto You. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: jodene | August 29, 2007 at 10:30 AM
I love glitter! My favorite holiday stamp set is The Snowflake Spot. I just love snow/snowflake themes. Thanks for the chance to win and sharing the picture of the countdown calendar (love those snowflakes!)
Posted by: Kathy W | August 29, 2007 at 11:24 AM
Gorgeous chipboard calendar! I skipped out early from this class so I guess I missed this one. That'll teach me. I love all of the sparkle on your project! Right now my favorite Christmas stamp set is Big on Christmas.
Posted by: Kathleenh | August 29, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Love the chipboard calendar! My favorite Christmas Stamp Set is Season of Joy.
Posted by: Gina | August 29, 2007 at 12:51 PM
Oh, I like a new Christmas stamp set, "Merry and Bright." That snowman is just too darn cute! Thanks for thinking of us!
Posted by: Teresa | August 29, 2007 at 12:52 PM
My favorite set is Season of Joy.
Posted by: Kim (bscrapper04@yahoo.com) | August 29, 2007 at 02:33 PM
Hey, I really like your chipboard! It's great. My favourite christmas stamp set is City of David. Thanks for a chance of winning some great blog candy.
Posted by: Monika Thiessen | August 29, 2007 at 02:38 PM
My favorite Christmas set is Madonna & Child. I've purchased a ton more, just haven't used them yet! Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Kim | August 29, 2007 at 08:58 PM
You did an amazing job on this, its wonderful!!!
Posted by: Samantha | August 29, 2007 at 09:31 PM
I love sparkle for the holidays so appreciate a chance to win your blog candy:) My favorite Christmas stamps sets are any that celebrate the birth of Christ, because to me that is the reason for the season.
Posted by: Linda SS | August 29, 2007 at 10:14 PM
I love your calendar! Thanks for a chance at the blog candy!!
Posted by: lois lane | August 30, 2007 at 01:32 AM
I like Season of Joy although I don't have it. I bought a stamp of the 3 Wisemen on camels to use on my cards this year.
Posted by: Janet A. | August 30, 2007 at 02:59 AM
Hello! My favorite Christmas stamp set is Wonderus Gift. I don't have it yet, but hopefully I can get it by Christmas.
Thanks!!
Posted by: Cheryl Kelly-Van Domelen | August 30, 2007 at 08:37 AM
What a great way to count down to Christmas! I think I like the Holy Tripych stamp set the best, but I just love Christmas so I really like them all
Posted by: Vicky M/ | August 30, 2007 at 05:53 PM
I love Christmas and ALL stamps that are related to the holiday. I really love an old Stampin Up Set that has a stamp of Mary holding baby Jesus and this is one of my favorites.
Posted by: Melissa Roth | August 31, 2007 at 12:00 AM
I still think that Flakey Friends is my favorite. It is funny and makes really awesome cards.
Posted by: Michaela | August 31, 2007 at 02:23 PM
I've enjoyed visiting your blog..love your projects...Love the chipboard calendar !
I love those glittery snowflakes. I have never tried the Dazzling Diamonds glitter before so this would be a nice WIN..Thanks for a chance to WIN your blog candy.
Favorite..[anything snowman related]
I have "Flakey Friends" that I use a lot !
"Holiday Tag Team"
Posted by: dasimonds | September 02, 2007 at 06:52 PM
City of David is my favorite. I also like the Polar Bears and recently bought those on ebay so I'll be making some of those cards this year too. Thanks for a chance at some sparkle:)
Posted by: Darryla | September 03, 2007 at 10:29 PM
OMG, I love the calendar project. I dazzling snowflakes are a different fun look. The black and ivory look on the flower card is very elegant! I like that. Thanks for sharing so much.
Posted by: Jessica | October 07, 2007 at 11:26 PM