Thursday, July 17, 2014

Xyron, Simple Stories and May Arts - Day Four and a Giveaway!


We've only got one day left of the Xyron blog hop with May Arts and Simple Stories - and it has been an amazing week!  We hope you have discovered some great projects and techniques for your Summer crafting.

 A handmade baby gift is a keepsake that any mother would cherish - and on her blog today Denise Hahn shares a tutorial for creating this precious treasure box.  What a wonderful way to let a new mom know you are thinking of her and sharing her joy!


Are you guilty of not scrapping photos of your sweetheart?  The Story of Us collection from Simple Stories is PERFECT for capturing those every day moments - and Stacy Rodriguez created this beauty doing just that!

This layout from Shannon Morgan just screams Summer!  We love the colors and textures and embellishments and the fun techniques she used to tie it all together.  So bright and cheery and full of fun!

Leave a comment here on the blog throughout the week - we are going to select one lucky winner from all comments to receive a big ol' prize pack that includes a Xyron 2.5" Create-a-Sticker, a Simple Stories Good Day Sunshine collection pack and a spool of May Arts ribbon (winner's choice)!  We'll announce the winner on our Facebook Page on Saturday.

We've got even better news - head on over to the Simple Stories blog and the May Arts blog - not only do they have some fabulous creations to share with you, they are giving away the same prize pack!  That is three chances to win a box full of goodies that will bring your Summer crafting to a whole new level!

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52 comments:

  1. Betty SJuly 17, 2014 at 3:36 AM

    I love the treasure box, such a great idea

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  2. jessicaJuly 17, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    LOVE these projects! That treasure box is AMAZING and I love the design of that gorgeous LO!

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  3. JeanJuly 17, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    Amazing inspiration!

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  4. PeggyAJuly 17, 2014 at 5:06 AM

    What wonderful projects! I've been a fan of Simple Stories from the beginning. You've taken it a step further and given us some great ideas. Thank you!

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  5. KailashJuly 17, 2014 at 5:27 AM

    That treasure box is so precious, a beautiful keepsake. Great idea!!!

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  6. jcobbJuly 17, 2014 at 5:32 AM

    Great projects! Love the treasure box! What a unique gift idea!

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  7. TracyM #6773July 17, 2014 at 5:38 AM

    Another day and EVEN MORE CREATIVE INSPIRATION!!!
    LOVE the BEAUTIFUL box & layouts shared here today, LOVE the projects over on the May Arts & Simple Stories blogs too - WOW - EVERYONE is working MAGIC with the FABULOUS products every day this week!!!

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  8. UnknownJuly 17, 2014 at 6:20 AM

    This keepsake box is so charming !

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  9. Shari CzerwinskiJuly 17, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    Wow! love the layouts!

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  10. Taunya ButlerJuly 17, 2014 at 7:37 AM

    Anytime you use Xyron adhesives you get a clean, non-messy, strong hold!! Love using your products when I create and I absolutely love the examples I saw here on the blog today - That keepsake box, oh my goodness!!!

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  11. AnonymousJuly 17, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    The embellished box is wonderful. If you make it for yourself - you could start with some of your keepsakes and then add more into the dividers as time goes by. Great idea.
    The layouts are beautiful. Love the way the picture in the first was highlighted. The second is so bright and colorful. Great projects.

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  12. Miriam PrantnerJuly 17, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    Wonderful projects, I'm really loving that box, so much detail and so labor intensive, but worth it!

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  13. TonaJuly 17, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    These projects are wonderful! I especially love Stacy's layout.

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  14. AngelaJuly 17, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    These projects are ALL just AMAZING!!!! Love them all!

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  15. LaraJuly 17, 2014 at 10:17 AM

    Box is awesome! THanks for sharing!

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  16. Sue DJuly 17, 2014 at 10:18 AM

    Great layouts and I really like the treasure box--perfect idea for my new granddaughter.

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  17. cghundleyJuly 17, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    Delightful projects!
    The ribbons on these
    are all so lovely. The
    baby treasure box is
    wonderful!
    Carla from Utah

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  18. Jean BullockJuly 17, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Great layouts and I especially like the treasure box. Well done.

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  19. Sue's Paper CraftsJuly 17, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Love the box, very creative. Great job by all of the designers.

    Sue
    http://suek86401.blogspot.com/

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  20. Amy C.July 17, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    Beautiful projects today! The keepsake box is such a treasure.

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  21. lyndaJuly 17, 2014 at 11:01 AM

    Great projects you chose today! Btw, I really like Xyron products. They are so easy to use & I can almost always count on them to keep things stuck together!

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  22. Carol McCreadyJuly 17, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    Fantastic projects. Love that box.

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  23. Helen GullettJuly 17, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    Amazing projects! I love to all this inspirations how to use Xyron!

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  24. Alexia MissoJuly 17, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    Lovely layouts and amazing treasure box! So cute!

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  25. UnknownJuly 17, 2014 at 12:15 PM

    Love the layouts & would love to win!!

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  26. Karrie O. - Sweet Paper TreatsJuly 17, 2014 at 12:20 PM

    Aww that lil' baby box is so sweet!! Great layouts!! :)

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  27. MarshaBJuly 17, 2014 at 12:28 PM

    Love all of these projects. The papers are so cool.

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  28. AnonymousJuly 17, 2014 at 12:39 PM

    Love the treasure box, would be a great gift to someone special.

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  29. HeatherJuly 17, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    Great projects today!! love the keepsake box, very awesome!!!

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  30. Helene MJuly 17, 2014 at 2:04 PM

    Great projects !! It could make great gifts !

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  31. JudyJuly 17, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    Beautiful projects highlighting all 3 products. Thanks for sharing.

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  32. Cindyzs (cindy stewart/freespiritczs)July 17, 2014 at 2:34 PM

    loving the treasure box!! great projects all week

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  33. Crafty Aunt DeeJuly 17, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    WOW! Fun projects today. Cool treasure box and beautiful cards. So much inspiration and fun this week. Love it.

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  34. DeborahJuly 17, 2014 at 4:33 PM

    The pages are fun but that baby box is incredible!

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  35. Anne HallJuly 17, 2014 at 5:13 PM

    What an amazing treasure box. The layouts are wonderful, too. Thank you for the chance to win!

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  36. Anelsie RamosJuly 17, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    The treasure box is stunning!!! Love the layouts too! Beautiful work! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  37. JanisJuly 17, 2014 at 5:37 PM

    Esp love that baby treasures box!!! What a fun and lovely idea!!!
    <3 J

    jwoolbright at gmail dot com
    HerPeacefulGarden.blogspot.com

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  38. sclugoJuly 17, 2014 at 5:56 PM

    Beautiful work! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  39. Robin B.July 17, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    Fabulous projects today! I love the embellishments and layering.

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  40. Cynthia BaldwinJuly 17, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    Another fab day of cool projects! I'm taking notes from Theresa - I could use this box for all sorts of treasures - most of them craft-related. ;) Thanks to all the designers for sharing their wonderful work.

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  41. Memories by MandaJuly 17, 2014 at 7:22 PM

    Fantastic projects. I especially love the keepsake box. Thanks for sharing.

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  42. UnknownJuly 18, 2014 at 3:00 AM

    Beth these projects you shared are amazing. The box is so beautiful. The 2 layouts are so creative. Thank you for sharing these awesome works of art with us.

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  43. Sue KosecJuly 18, 2014 at 8:13 AM

    Yubba Dubba Do ... I absolutely love these projects. Thanks so much for sharing.
    SuZeQ

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  44. Rachel VJuly 18, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    These projects are amazing! Love all three!

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  45. UnknownJuly 18, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    Super cute stuff. Love the layouts. The box is awesome!

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  46. AnonymousJuly 18, 2014 at 9:12 AM

    treasure boxes are so much fun.

    connie b
    cbquilts345@yahoo.com

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  47. petunia670July 18, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Loving all of these creations. The treasure box reminds me of the excitement of picking out a new pencil box each year!

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  48. Linsey RJuly 18, 2014 at 10:26 AM

    Wow, what awesome layouts ladies!!! I love all the different elements and texture and I know all that good stuff is sticking right where it should with Tombow adhesives!!! What great fun this week has been with you all! I really enjoy seeing what the designers come up with each day and thanks to all who partook in this very cool event!! I'm inspired!!! :)

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  49. Paddy LawtonJuly 18, 2014 at 7:41 PM

    Love the treasure box!!

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  50. Denise BryantJuly 19, 2014 at 7:31 PM

    Awesome gift box and layouts!

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  51. @iLingJuly 20, 2014 at 4:00 AM

    Wow...lovely ideas...thanks for sharing!

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  52. Shari CzerwinskiJuly 22, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    Beautiful layouts and a great treasure box idea!

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