Wow, can't believe it has been so long since I last posted. I can't say that I was busy doing any stamping, unfortunately. However, the new year promises to keep me busy. I did make some Christmas tags, which I will post later. I also just made some Valentine's treat bags for my sons 5th grade class. I am realizing that this is probably the last time that I'll be able to do something like this; do 6th graders give out Valentine's treats?
Anyway, I was inspiried by Mary Fish, Stampin Up demonstrator who has the best ideas, web-site and craft space ever (www.stampinpretty.com). I only aspire to be like her in terms of her creativity. I don't think there is any way that I could EVER be as successful a demonstrator as she is.
I started with a stamp I had from years ago. I think it was part of a set, however, I couldn't tell you what the name of the set was. There were 4 in the group, one for Valentine's day, one for Halloween and 2 others. Why I can't find the Halloween one is a mystery, because that is my favorite crafting holiday.
Next came the fun part. Using Stampin Up! 1x8 cello bags, I put M&Ms in each bag. I bought about 6 bags, which was WAY to much!!! I made 32 and I have 2 1/2 bags left over. I guess you never have too many M&Ms, but when you are eating as many as you stuff, this is way too much.
I punched a hole at the top of the tag and used either Cherry Cobbler or Real Red ribbon. I cut a 4" piece to insert through the hole and wrapped linen thread around it (the white bakers twine didn't come in time, but I think the linen looks pretty good).
And here you have Valentine's M&M treats!!!
Trish, these are adorable! I didn't do any Valentine stamping this year. It came way too quickly!
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