Sunday Amber had a birthday party to go to. I always have to add SOMETHING handmade when my kids go to a party it. Usually its a card, but my kids are now taking that part amongst themselves, and Amber insisted she only send along her hand drawn picture she drew of the 2 of them playing Princess.
So I decided to include with her WebKinz gift a personalized Purse-onality Clutch gift set that I made just for her.
What little girl doesn’t LOVE seeing her name on stuff? I know I still do 😀 And you cannot go wrong with PINK! I love this paper byImaginisce called Fairest of them all. It totally matched my Sweet blush (PTI), and Berry Sorbet cardstock
PS- many of you emailed to ask what patterned paper I used yesterday-HERE you go!
I used my flower border from the Curlz Deluxe Kit, and assembled Cassie’s name in the bottom of my circle block using the small letters set. I inked it in berry sorbet ink, then dotted my flower centers with an olive marker. Personalization complete 😀 Easy peasy. I like that there is NO hunting in a store for something with Cassie or any other name on it anymore, and being LIMITED to whatever random personalized gift I do find. I just make my own.
PS JustRite Stampers is have a HUGE SALE! Now is the time 😀 Buy one get one FREE 😀
Now for the matching flowers, I used my shimmery bridal confetti flower in green for the “leaves” (found in Michaels Stores in the bridal section-paintcan FULL for $4) a 2 flower punches from Punch Bunch. With a little bling in the center.
Now the fun part to this gift set was WHAT it really was!
ThePurse-onality Clutch was made to be a MOD GIRLY version of a Crayon Box!
Yes! You read it right. Target had these LARGE boxes of Crayons for $1. I bought 2 boxes and went to work! Yes I said I bought 2. I know they are repeat colors, but you know kids break their crayons all the time. Plus I wanted to fill the clutch.
So when I say went to work you may be thinking “Work? Work on what?”
Wrapping up my crayons!
I stamped my limitless labels image onto my white mailing label sheets (32 crayons per box). Then covered each crayon! They wrap PERFECTLY!!!!!!!!!! I was over the moon, that what was in my head, was able to get done in the real world!
One box done in the floral pattern label Berry Sorbet, and the other box done in the leaf pattern in Ripe Avocado.
Now even if they don’t have the “style” you want you can still use them for anyone! These would have been fine as they are Disney Princess Crayons, but I wanted to over them all the same.
Here is the set at another angle
Now if you are wondering what is the gift on the right……………that is just a covered white notepad for her to be able to draw on. The top flap slides into that belly band to keep it closed. Quick, cute and simple. The clutch was a HUGE hit with all the girls! I got the notebook at Staples. I believe there were 6 in a pack for only $2. Now if you have a girly party this would be pretty inexpensive to make for favors, and you daughter could help! Amber’s class is ALMOST all girls, only 1 boy so I may make these for little Christmas Gifts! Not sure yet. Im sure I can BOY up a clutch for the occasion!
Stay tuned for that 😀
On another note: many of you emailed asking about my Kettlebell-
Wow! Am I ever sore. I did my first workout with the Kettlebell yesterday and all I can say is OUCH! A good ouch though. There is nothing like the muscle soreness from a hard workout. Makes you feel like you accomplished something.
I wasn’t sure I would like the workout. It honestly didn’t feel like a ton of work. I mean Im use to practically feeling like I am going to throw up after the Biggest Loser workout and Jillian Michaels 30 day Shred program! LOL!
I broke a sweat but thought that was it. Well today I felt exactly where it worked! My abs, calves, thighs, butt and yes my arms. Who’d of thought. The one thing I didn’t like was the DVD was INSTRUCTIONAL only. You can go online and ORDER more workouts-GRR!!! My Kettlebell was On Sale at Target for $25-I think it was usually $33 (I got the 7lb one) and I feel for that price I should get a Workout dvd WITH IT! So I basically use the menu guide and go through each workout, doing my own reps with my MP3 player on. The good thing is I am getting more use from my MP3! LOL!
I’ll keep you posted.
Another meal I thought I’d include for you are the Panini’s from Lean Cuisine! OH YUM!! You wouldn’t think a microwaved sandwich would taste very good, but WOW! They are FILLING, and great for people on the go, who work at an office (just take for your lunch) and people like me-busy moms. Just pop it in the microwave while you fix the kids their lunch, and you are GOLDEN! Really loving those this week!!
I also like Soy Joy bars. Now Im not a “soy” person but these are pretty good, give you engery and are filling. Amber LOVES them. The other kids don’t. Jason thinks they are BOGUS, so I think its a personal choice.
When I want chocolate I got to my SlimFast snack bars! Perfect little dose without so much guilt. I like the chocolate peanut butter ones. I also LOVE Special K (store brand is what I really buy) strawberry granola bars too. Only 90 cal!!!!!!!!!!
OK that enough of the “talk”.
Hope you like todays post, and have a great week. Upon the advice of EVERYONE I am off to buy those shes today. I have determined that me NOT being a shoe person, and wanting them so badly, that YES! I do deserve them, and yes I will take photos for those who want to see what got me in a frenzy. They really aren’t a big deal, but I will share.
Till tomorrow
40 Responses for "A little gift for Cassie"
That set is just too adorable, and the paper is yummy too!
What a great idea 🙂 Glad to hear your workout ‘worked’ 😉 hope you aren’t too too sore. And I’m glad you are going to get those shoes – I bought a new coat the other day SUPER deal $44! Anyway – I really have NO business spending on a coat right now, but it was one of those things…I saw it the last time we were there, then I saw it again…I *do* need a new winter coat…so that was that…enjoy those new shoes!!
These are soooo pretty, Lauren!! What a fabulous set, and I love that the labels work for covering the crayons!! Too cool!!
Hey,
this is soooo sweet, really greate!!
I love looking around on your blog!
Greetings from germany.
Tanja
What a sweet sweet gift!
This is so darn cute!!
That is awesome! Wrapping the crayons is a fantastic idea. Congrats too on all of you have accomplished with your healthy lifestyle (as I sit here eating a bag of Funyuns, ugh!). My computer was in the shop all last week and I was reading your blog on my phone. Very cool little rocking horse card BTW! Love it! K gotta go finish my bag of junk food while you loose another 5 lbs or so. LOL! Have a great day. -Molly B
Couldn’t be cuter!!!
I’m so glad you’re getting the shoes 🙂 Your weight loss and life style change are truly an inspiration! I’m glad you’re able to share that with other people! The project for the birthday was amazing! I know what I’ll be doing for Yule gifts! Thank you for sharing 🙂
Blessings and Light
Susan
Lil’ Bit of Ink
Congrats on your over the top cute pursonality clutches! WAY adorable!
Thanks for the on-going commentary of your weight loss struggles and triumphs! It’s really motivating me to start going to the Y over lunch, so I can start maintaining/losing, instead of gaining each year!!!!!!!!!
What a cute gift! I have this paper and am looking forward to creating some cute cards with it for my granddaughters. I did make one card for them already. I also bought the stamps for that set. I just need to put on my creative hat and come up with something.
This is so adorable! I love the paper and what little girl doesn’t love PINK!! And that is so creative to wrap those crayons, thanks for sharing that tip! Fabulous job.
Oh my, I am in love with that project…that PP is so adorable and it all looks absolutely fantabulous Lauren. What a lucky little girl the recipient is. Good stuff with the kettle ball….you are going great girl!
Cute as ever Lauren! I went over and got myself this template a couple hours ago and have been playing with a scratch paper copy. Love the idea of using this for bday favors and I am going to do just that for my girls’ December bdays. Also, bonus super cute idea for wrapping crayons with coordinating labels. Who knew?! Nicely done and shared 🙂 A question….is there a place on your blog where you have reviewed your preferred general assembly tips for your templates that you could point me to? Ie; fave adhesives, do you print right on the scrapbook paper you will use or do you make a printed master and trace and then cut, etc…. ya know, a few tips from the pro to help streamline my own project making. THanks!
Wow Lauren, that is gorgeous! I love how you wrapped the crayons. I’m saving that idea for future reference 😀
This clutch is darling! You do such a wonderful job on all your projects! Thanks for sharing all your ideas and instructions with us.
WOW! that is one awesome gift set – I mean WOW Lynn!!! You totally rocked that! I am sure Cassie is going to love it! and the crayons — are kidding me!! That is AWESOME! wow! LOVE what you have created!
and love all your stories too – i will have to try those paninis and I LOVE Soy Joy bars!! Can’t wait to see pics of your shoes!
Also – I created an award (the inspiration award) that I left for you on my blog. It has been a blast to get to know you through the PCPDT! Love your sense of humor and love that Tammy has allowed both of us to enjoy Brad Pitt as our followers – what a great DT! Wishing you the very best Lynn!!
Sankari 🙂
Oh my gosh Lauren – i totally am sorry about the last part -when I typed Lynn’s name – its almost 3am here – and I need to sleep! i just need to go to bed!!!
I have followed your blog since your Disneyland trip – and have always been amazed by your creativity and the way you think outside the box!I loved your project that you made for Cassie and you totally are an inspiration to me – don’t know how you do it all -and I have the inspiration award for you on my blog – so sorry about the earlier mistake – Okay – its off to bed for me!! Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!
How cute! I bought some of those crayons for Abby for Christmas for the very reason you mention (breakage)!! She is still a little too young for me to put all the work into making her a little clutch to place them in though (she would tear it)!
How sweet! You are so creative!
oh this is just darling. What a great idea to wrap the crayons to match! I was hoping to get to see Amber’s drawing too though!
That little gift set is adorable!!! Love how you used the bridal flower for the leaves on the flower. Your creativity continues to amaze me!!
What an Adorable gift!!!
Any little girl would Love to receive
a gift like this…So Very Clever 🙂
Beautiful as always…so much talent!!!!
TFS
The clutch is just the cutest thing EVER!!! No wonder the girls went crazy over it!
SUPER cute! And what a great gift idea for ANY occassion. Thank you so much for sharing. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the clutch and notepad but the wrapped crayons! Oh girl! You are a gem! What a fantastic idea!!
[…] A little gift for Cassie You wouldn’t think a microwaved sandwich would taste very good, but WOW! They are FILLING, and great for people on the go, who work at an office (just take for your lunch) and people like me-busy moms. Just pop it in the microwave while … […]
C’est super joli…. et quel boulot !!! Recouvrir tous les crayons… Bravo pour la performance !!!
J’adore le papier, il ne doit pas être trop difficile de le marier avec d’autres.
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It so wonderfull. and what a huge work !!!! You have covered all this crayons …. well done for this !!!
I love this paper. I think you can associate it with many others.
Carole
Hi Lauren, I love looking at your blog. Your cards and projects are fantastic. This little set is gorgeous and perfect
for a little girl’s birthday. Thanks for sharing.
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Lauren, that clutch is just adorable.
Such a darling purse and notebook set, it screams girlly she will Love it!
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