MCT Tutorial Thursday: Gift Box Card Holder

Well, hello there! As you probably know, I love finding new ways to package gift cards. We give quite a few of them out nowadays because our nieces and nephews are getting older and they'd prefer gift cards for Christmas and birthdays and really, it's just easier on us!

A bit ago, a Facebook friend of mine shared this awesome video on how to turn one half of a shirt box into a smaller, folded box and I thought it was genius! Keeping that in mind, I decided to try my hand at making a much smaller version for gift cards and voila!

It's really simple to make and is held closed by a cute little belly band. You can decorate the belly band to match whatever holiday or theme you're gifting for!

MCT Products Used
Holiday Tags Stamp & Die Set (sentiment, candy canes)
Stitched Belly Band Dies (layered shapes)

Click on above diagram for larger view

To make the box:

1. Cut your cardstock to 5" x 4.5".
2. Score 1/2" around all edges.
3. Score on the long side at 2.25" from both ends (leaving 1/2" in the middle).
4. Cut on the scored lines as shown in the diagram to the right (white marks).
5. Fold on remaining scored lines, tape as needed.

This little box fits a gift card perfectly! The same concept can be applied to different sized pieces of cardstock (making the score lines wider as needed) for many size boxes.

Thanks for stopping by today to see my quick little tutorial. Be sure to check out Emma's blog to see what the other designers have in store for you!

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 48th Release Blog Hop: Best Friend Tag

Hey there! It's Release Day at My Creative Time - woohoo!!! You've probably hopped here from Ruthie's blog. If not, head on over to Emma's blog to start from the very beginning.

Today, I'm featuring the FREE Bestie Die that the first 150 shoppers will receive with their purchase. I've cut the "ie" off and paired it with a stamp and die from Friendships are Forever (also new today) to create a simple little tag for my BFF, Stephanie. She's getting married in April, so this tag will either adorn her bridal shower gift or a special little gift on her Big Day.

I used the tag dies from Holiday Tags Stamps & Dies for the base and kept the tag in her wedding colors: navy and lime green. I added a few little Stickles drops for some extra sparkle.

***Freebie Stamp & Die***
For our freebie this release, we are giving away this adorable "Bestie" die to the FIRST 150 shoppers!
You do NOT have to add it in your cart. If you are one of the first 150 shoppers, Emma and her shipping crew will automatically include it in your package! If you order AFTER the 150th shopper, this stamp set will be available for purchase! If you see this set available in the store, that means that 150 shoppers have already come through. No exceptions will be made. Also, this freebie is not a part of the 47th Edition Bundle and is only sold separately.

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***Blog Hop Giveaway***
One lucky winner of today's Blog Hop Giveaway will receive a $50 gift card to the MCT online shop! To enter, simply leave a comment on each of the designers' blogs! You are NOT required to comment on every blog, but the more you comment on, the better chance you have for winning!
Very important: please leave a way for us to contact you with your comment should you be the lucky winner!

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***Sale Alert***
Don't forget that our sale starts right now! Use the code: OCT2015 to receive a 15% discount off your entire in-stock purchase! This sale applies to in-stock items only. The sale will end on Friday, October 30th at 11:59pm PST.

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That's it for me today. Your next top is Audrey.

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT 48th Edition Sneak Peek: Sweet Baker Birthday Card

Hey there! Today I'm sneak peeking two new sets that are due out tomorrow: Mixed Up for You and Stitched Apron Dies. 

This card is way early for our niece, Jenna's, birthday. But when I saw these sets, I knew exactly who I'd be using them for. Jenna is 10 and loves to bake - and she's good at it! She's always trying new recipes to bring to family gatherings. I have to say, that I was honored when she asked me for my vanilla buttercream frosting recipe. That's high praise coming from her!

MCT Products Used

Stitched Rectangular Frame Dies &More

New! Mixed Just for You (sentiment) Available Friday

New! Stitched Apron Dies (chef's hat) Available Friday

I added some shading to the chef's hat with my Copic markers for some extra dimension. This is a very simple card, but I think the focal point makes a big impact. I love cards like that!

Thanks for stopping by to see today's Sneak Peek. Be sure to check out the other designers' sneak peeks on Emma's blog. I'll see you back here tomorrow for the Release Blog Hop.

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica

MCT Favorite Stamp of the Month: Shining Star Fox Card

Hey there! Today the My Creative Time Design Team is showcasing our Stamp of the Month: You're My Hero. It's on sale through the end of October!

I haven't had an opportunity to use the Fall Friends set, so I was excited to finally be able to ink up this sweet little fox for this card.

MCT Products Used
You're My Hero (sentiment)
Fall Friends (fox, leaves, and stump)
Stitched Party Dies (banner)
Bunch of Stitched Star Dies
Stitched Square Dies Inside & Out

I have to admit that the end result of this card is not what I originally had in mind when I started working on it. And it took me forever to finish. The layout was originally intended to be centered and symmetrical, but I just couldn't fall in love with it that way. I'm really happy with the final product, though.

Thanks for stopping by today! You can see more projects using this month's favorite stamp set on Emma's blog. And don't forget to grab this set while it's on sale!

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica