Introducing Just for You!

First... let me share what inspired my newest POPPYprints stamp set. I'm, well... sort of frugal. I often say "we could be millionaires and I would still stop at a garage sale if it looked promising!". And, you know what? Frugality is VERY *In* right now... So I'm an *In* gal I guess. LOL! There are classes and online resources that are teaching people how to think frugally. To me, it's all about thinking outside the box... or looking to the past at what our grandmother's used to do when it wasn't so easy or convenient to buy something. My grandmother canned... like a crazy woman. (Thinking about her applesauce still makes me smile.) We have the worlds best neighbors. When we first moved here we were showered with bags of fruit from their trees, cherries and  plums as well as fresh flowers straight from their gardens.  It's inspiring. Just being thought of... to continue to be thought of by them. We tend to give veggies, Bath items, stamped cards, cookies and other food goodies. That's what this stamp set, Just For You, is all about... Giving!

Here are the details for all of the POPPYprints product that will be available through Papertrey Ink on May 15th!

• Just For You   (51 stamps -$24) This stamp set is all about giving and creating for all of your friends and loved ones! Each image and sentiment fit into the sentiment circle and are interchangeable for maximum versatility! Crafters reach across lines and often multi-hobby. With this thoughtful set, you will be able to make custom tags, cards, packaging and gifts in an abundant amount of varieties. No worries if you don't want to make something to give... It's also perfect for giving purchased items. You will be able to create gift packaging from the heart that will truly set you apart!
  
• Mat Stack 2 Die- ($5) A unique label die that not only works with the circle sentiment from Just For You, but various tag sets and images that you already own! 
• Eyelet Lace Die- ($7)  Reminiscent of the border of my favorite lace... this die is extremely versatile, with a unique ability to create an expandable trim!

On to the fun stuff...I thought I'd show off some treats/food project today! Make sure to click on the photos for better detail!

The first project I'm going to share shows off a sweet Apple image in the set. Bake it Pretty is a great website for finding fun treats to make and bake! I was so excited when I found an Apple candy mold that they carried. They were lovely and sent me a few things to make them!

Check out the fun colors and apple flavoring! A complete product can be made with taste, visual beauty and smell! YUM!

 

What's nice about this is that molds are a re-usable resource!

The first thing to do with this mold is to paint the leaves in the mold using a clean paintbrush and the melted green candy melts. Two color molds are fun and pretty easy to use. It took me a while to get the 3-D fill right on this mold. I didn't snap a good photo of the filled mold though.

I created a little basket from Kraft and Rustic Cream cardstock for the candy to sit in.

 

 Here you can see an inside view of it. Check out how fun that Eyelet Lace die cut is! 

Here is a side view too.

Here you get a close up of the dotted leafy vine image. (there is actually a sentiment in Just For You that says "handpicked" and it fits perfectly across the curves!)

Before showing you the final project I wanted to show you how to extend the Eyelet Lace die to create any length of die cut. You will only be restricted by the length of your cardstock or felt.

The ends of this die are open... making it possible to align it again and keep trimming. The basket uses the whole 11" from my cardstock. I LOVE IT!

Here is the finished project!

 

You can see the circle sentiment here along with the apple and leaves image. AND just two of the amazing selection of sentiments that are included in the set!

 

Here is the front view... you can get a really good feel of the Mat Stack 2 die here too! Do you spy the newest Papertrey Ink color?

This is just perfect for any occasion!  Want the basket pattern? Here ya go! Download Apple Bowl pattern

Here is a very silly video showing how to assemble the basket. Please keep in mind that I'm very loopy from lack of sleep (Ella had been up 4 nights in a row, multiple times, being sick... and I ended up getting a big cold/fever.) But hey, I made it so I might as well share... even if it's just for a good laugh! LOL! Oh... and an airplane makes a little noise too!

Next is a little quick bread that I made using these sweet little pans and bags from Bake it Pretty.

   

I was scrounging around my kitchen when I realized I had a craving for corn bread... Thank goodness for Costco and their Mixes! I used to be such a foodie... but time has become extremely tight and I have no problem embellishing mixes for gift breads. I threw in some Craisens, Nutmeg, Clove and sugar to sweeten it up more.... it was scrumptious. I didn't measure anything... just threw it in! Yummy!
 

Here is the side view of the packaging. Notice the bread image? How fun huh! I also included a couple hearts in the set... this is the larger dotted heart image.  The polka dot circle is classic. It's sized to fit into the sentiment circle but I've been using it for so much more!

Notice the Scarlet Jewel Eyelet Lace die cut? I discovered that if I only peeked half of it out I got a different lace trim look.

I used a little Zip-dry to secure it to the back.

 

This die really has so many looks!

The Mat Stack 2 Die has some fun elements too. I thought I would show you the back of the label I made. I stitched on the buttons leaving long tails to tie into the bow. I also used the Blue Marvy Scalloped Circle Punch to add a little backing.

You can see here how it all comes together. Notice the homemade and bread sentiment!

These little loaves are a perfect gift for a neighbor...friend...teacher. Pretty much anyone. I think we will be making more for teacher gifts next month!

If you like cooking and making sweet treats to give... drop by the Bake It Pretty Blog for some fun ideas!

I can't wait to hear your thoughts on these new products! Any guesses as to what other sentiments or images are included?

Make sure to come back every day until the 15th for more projects using Just For You! Make sure to stop by these blogs for more sneak peeks! Nichole, Heather, Alli, Melissa, Dawn , Beth and Betsy!

Thanks for poppying by friends!

 

 

 

• Stamps- Just For You (Available May 15th, 2010)
• Ink- Dark Chocolate, Rocket Red (Tsukineko), Simply Chartreuse
• Paper- Kraft, Rustic Cream
• Dies- Mat Stack 2, Eyelet Lace (Available May 15th, 2010)
• Other- Simply Chartreuse Buttons, Rustic Jute Button twine, Bake It pretty (Molds, melts and flavorings.) Marvy Blue scalloped Circle Punch, EK circle punch.
  

• Stamps- Just For You (Available May 15th, 2010)
• Ink- Dark Chocolate, Scarlet Jewel, Simply Chartreuse
• Paper- Kraft, Rustic Cream, Scarlet Jewel
• Dies- Mat Stack 2, Eyelet Lace (Available May 15th, 2010)
• Other- Scarlet Jewel Buttons, Rustic Jute Button twine, Blue Marvy Scalloped Circle Punch., Brown Copic Marker for bread. Bake It pretty (Pans and Bags)
  

Comments

[Geny]

1.

In love with your projects Lisa, they are just wonderful! I love giving homemade goodies so I am sure this set will be right up my alley! And do I spy a new color:)?!

[Nerina]

2.

Everything here is candy - for the eyes or the tummy :0)!!

[Amy]

3.

Lisa I was most excited to see YOUR set during the peeks this week. Your projects tonight are fabulous and I LOVE the new dies you came up with!!

On a personal note....I love being thrifty too! Usually a week doesn't go by where I don't go to garage sales at least one day!! Why not? You find such good bargains!! :)

[nina]

4.

How wonderful - what a great idea for a stamp set! It's going to be hard to wait for the whole stamp set reveal...

[Angy Hughes]

5.

Oh MY! Good thing my dh got me a $100 PTI gift card for Mother's Day. Now I don't have to be frugal with PTI purchases this month. I love, love, love this little set (not little with 51 images though). Can't wait to see the rest. I love giving homemade gifts and this will be perfect to complete it! Wow, thanks for being so frugally minded and coming up with a set like this. Can't wait to see the rest of it.

Hope you are feeling better from your cold/fever. We are all suffering with major allergies here in Italy. Something is a blooming that is for sure!

[Debbie Olson]

6.

Fabulous projects, Leese!

[Katie {choc0holic}]

7.

Absolutely fabulous! Thanks for the sneaky peeky at the new color too! Get well soon!

[Sarah Martina]

8.

Lisa, Lisa, Lisa... Completely in awe of you girl! Love these!

[Gayatri Murali]

9.

WOW! fabulous projects, Lisa.

[Pamela~]

10.

Oh thank you thank you!!! Love your new designs and just in time for my cookbook... can't wait to see more and place the set in my cart! Take care and thanks!

[Laura.K]

11.

Lovely projects. I love that basket. Gorgeous idea.

[Ann]

12.

Great post (and video) Lisa - I think you designed this set just for me! Exactly what I want!

[Alyssa B]

13.

What wonderful projects! The set looks really versatile!

[Mariah]

14.

Oh goodness Lisa, you are soooo talented! Love this set. Another definite must-have!!

[Maureen L.]

15.

I won't know which I love more ... the dies (I have been addicted since their introduction) or the stmaps. Absolutely lovely

[Rebecca {MamaReebs}]

16.

Love the peeks! You have such a great style. I can't wait to see more.

[Diane Jaquay]

17.

Neat stuff here Lisa! I'm not one who gives food gifts, but I'll be anxious to see what other uses there might be for this set. I'm definitely getting those new dies though, love them both!

[Jeni Barbas]

18.

Wonderful stamp set and a must-have!! Love all the other elements in it that make it versatile--the dotted circle, the heart! Wow!!

[Debbie Fisher]

19.

I love giving food gifts and we have lots of apple trees, so I need to check out Bake It Pretty for those molds!

I love your idea of sweetening up some corn bread too. Yum!

[Jules The Bling Princess]

20.

Hi Lisa, just dropping by to say hello. Your projects are absolutely AWESOME!!! Such amazing talent. I'm looking forward to working with you at Zva (and learning a few new things along the way)! Cheers, Jules.

[Diane Hov]

21.

More wonderful projects from you...gee I wish I were your neighbor...LOL...!!

[Jessie]

22.

Lisa what a neat stamp set!! I love making things for gifts and this set will be great for all year long!! Looking forwards to getting it in my hands and start whipping gifts up!

[Lauren]

23.

What gorgeous projects!!! This set has definitely grabbed my attention and I have little doubt that it will be in cart on release night...I love your work and you are one of my favorites!! I'm still drooling over Argyle and Chair-ished...LOVE THEM!!!!!!

[Kathy Martin]

24.

Oh my gosh such sweet and yummy treats and packaged so beautifully! I would melt if I received a gift like these! :)

[Nancy Lempinen]

25.

Absolutely love your creations!

[Karen B]

26.

Love everything about the set and I have just seen the tip of the iceberg! This really will fill a void in my collection as I am always making food gifts. Thanks also for the link to Bake It Pretty I will be dropping in there often to purchase!

[Carol R]

27.

What fabulous treats! I love what I'm seeing with this new set of yours.

[andie librandi...]

28.

WOW!

[Alexis]

29.

how lovely!! I love, love, love the apples!! Too cute!!

Beautiful projects!!

[annheidel]

30.

Cool new set! Love those dies too!

[Nysse]

31.

Lisa...you are after my heart...I love making little tiny treats for friends, neighbours, teachers etc. It is the daily random acts of kindness that certainly can brighten anyones day, this set has my name all over it!!!

[Vicki B]

32.

Wonderful! I love giving homemade gifts now this will make it that much more special! Thank you!

[Dolly]

33.

Oh my...right up my alley! I can't wait to get my hands on this set. I have been a baking fool lately and this is perfect for the goodies I like to give to loved ones, whoo hoo!

[Carrie T]

34.

I wasn't sure what to expect when I saw the sneak peek. This set is GREAT! I love to give gifts and this set will make them that much prettier!

[BethieJ]

35.

LISA.. sorry sorry.. yelling.. trying not to.. Oh I cant help it I LOVE IT!!! EVERYTHING.. cant wait to shop.. and hello..... 51 stamps.. you go girl!! this will ALL be in my cart... 9pm.. on the 14th.. yeah for the west coast shopping! HA!
Hope you had a WONDERFUL Mothers Day... off to peek at the rest of peeks! :)

[Gabriela]

36.

ooh yum!!!! the apples look great and the basket is adorable... the stamp is amazing and the bread looks delicious. In other words.... "wow! great job"

[Jackie]

37.

Those projects are adorable and I love the new dies and stamps. One can never have too many sentiments.

[Dana]

38.

This looks so amazing! You're such a genius! I can't wait to hear the name of the new color!!!!

[Lea Lawson]

39.

Loving the images on this so far! Great set and great projects!

♥♥♥Lea

[elana k]

40.

Such cute projects and I love LOVE the new color I am seeing!! :)

[HighDesertGal]

41.

Wow, were are grandmothers cousins? I love all your set and the ideas you have a so creative. Great inspiration, too. Thanks.

[Suzanne Sears]

42.

Thanks for the forthcoming set and the ideas you presented today. I also appreciate your link to Bake it Pretty. That site offer a lot for those of us who like to bake and give away at Holiday time.
Frugal is Good ! and Fun !!!

[Stacy S.]

43.

Amazing - can't wait to see more of this set!

[Roxanne]

44.

Love it Lisa. Giving things away makes you feel so good - especially if it's something you make or you have. My guess for other images might be flowers or tomatoes or some other kind of veggie image. Can't wait to see more!

[Chris L.]

45.

I just wanted to say I love today's preview and can't wait to see more. I've been waiting for a set like this for a long time, I love to give baked gifts!

[Shay]

46.

What a wonderful first peek at Just For You and the awesome new dies (thanks for the peek at the new color too!). I can't wait to see more of the clever projects you have "baked" up. :-)

[Mandy]

47.

OMG, I WANT! This set looks so fun and seriously inspires me to start baking! Fabulous projects!

[Elizabeth S.]

48.

Such a cute little basket!! I love that new border die. I just love everything you are coming out with. Thanks for the video. They help me out a lot.

[Katie Skiff]

49.

Sweet...literally! LOL... What a fun new set this looks to be!

[Dana C]

50.

Thank you so much for the Apple Bowl Pattern.Thank you so much. I love it.Thanks for sharing.

[Lisa Petrella]

51.

There is nothing better than a handmade gift, and this set is perfect for creating just the right packaging to go along with it!!! Love this set and your fabulous creations!

[Stacy W.]

52.

Oh My Gosh! I love this set Lisa. I can't wait to add it to my collection. I love making homemade gifts or aletering things to give away. Too bad that it's just coming out, I start summer vacation next week :( and I would have loved to have these stamps in my collection when making all the teacher thank u's and goodies for my fellow teachers. Oh well, this will give me all summer long to come up with new ideas for the 2010-2011 school year.

[Alice W.]

53.

awww. man! i think i am in trouble, Lisa! I may have to get your set, stamps, dies and everything!! =) can't wait to see more! thanks for the apple basket pattern, too!

[Isabel Z]

54.

I am loving this new set and what you have done with it. Giving homemade gifts is one of my favorite things to do so I know that this set and I are going to be good friends. Thank you for turning me on to a new website--Bake It Pretty.

[JenC]

55.

Your projects are GREAT! and such a clever stamp set too!
THANKS for sharing

[Beth M]

56.

Apple candy and homemade bread . . . YUM! Love the packaging. You're so dang clever!