Being a full time papercrafter means I always have stamps on
hand—in all types of styles themes and sizes. So, it’s only natural that I make
my own wrapping paper for Christmas, right? One thing I absolutely love about making
my own things is they're so original and OOAK; and, homemade things can’t be
found anywhere else. I bought this brown Kraft wrapping paper at the dollar
store, and I already had the stamps, ink, and twine on hand. So I’m super
excited that this entire project was only $1.00.
The stamps I used to create these two types of wrapping
paper are made by the awesome, Martha Stewart. One of the sets is a year or two
old, and the other is brand new for X-mas 2012. I was lucky enough to find
these in the store—and when I find Martha Stewart stamps in the craft store I
ALWAYS buy them; namely, because I can use my 50% off coupon and get it cheap.
Plus, Martha Stewart stamps are basically like collectors’ items because once
these items come out they don’t come out again, and they end up being sold for
double or triple on ebay. To view the stamp sets I used click here and the
other set is so rare that I couldn't even find a link for it online :/
I had a lot of fun making this Christmas wrapping paper—I think
I’m going to make a few more designs and pass them out to my loved ones. I’m
sure they’ll like that.
Hello!!
ReplyDeleteI do the same! Your stamps are amazing! I have some handmade ones, aleo very pretty, but quite small.
And I have gone even further - I saved all the brown wrapping paper from IKEA that I used for wrapping the glass items before taking it home safely. It is not completely straight, but I think it gives it some personality :)
Cool! Thanks for commenting :-p
DeleteSimple but elegant - I really like your style.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!!! :-D
DeleteLove this, such a great way to save on wrapping. Great tutorial. Looks great and is easy to make :)
ReplyDeleteCatriona
xx
Thanks Catriona! for sure--simply and easy!! :-D
DeleteLove this idea! I would never even think to do this, thanks!
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DeleteSuch a great idea!! I would totally do this if I wasn't lazy and actually wrapped gifts, but instead I put them in gift bags. lol
ReplyDeleteActually putting them in bags is a great idea, LOL. Perhaps if I'm super busy by the time I need to wrap, I'll just shove them in bags too. hehe. Thanks for commenting Sara!
DeleteGr8 eco wrapping paper :))
ReplyDeleteSo beutiful ♥
xx Brabora
Thank you Brabora!
DeleteSuch beautiful paper!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa!!!!! :-p
DeleteThis is such pretty paper! Almost a shame to rip up,
ReplyDeleteLove this, Nicole! I've never thought to make our own wrapping paper with stamping. I've had the kids finger paint draw for wrapping paper art, but they'd love to do stamping too. =0)
ReplyDeleteThanks for yet another great post.
~Kim
PS - I'm excited that you're the featured blogger for this week's Meet & Greet hop!!!
Your wrapping paper is awesome! What a great idea to use stamps!
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This is really beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteJamie
http://chatterblossom.blogspot.com/
Hi, I'm a new follower from the hop and I love your blog! It's so pretty and filled with awesome goodness. :) This wrapping paper is so cute, I totally want to try this.
ReplyDeletexo,
Kristin
aboutagirl.ca
That is very creative and I can make as much as I need for each holiday or birthday. Perfect! I'm so glad I stopped by from 2 just B you.
ReplyDeleteFrom intricate designs to custom motifs, this paper transforms presents into heartfelt expressions. Slow Streaming Fix Embrace the joy of giving by enveloping your treasures in a unique, artistic embrace.
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