Tuesday, November 17, 2015

STAMPlorations challenge - Newsprint and a Sketch

Christmas is in the air!!!! Ok, ok, I know we're still a whole week away from Thanksgiving, but I couldn't resist pulling out the green and red and making a whole lotta merry in my craft room this weekend. And I've got a super adorable project to share with you all - a hot cocoa holder! 


Sometimes when I look at a sketch challenge, I see something completely different and when I looked at the latest STAMPlorations challenge, I instantly envisioned this 
little cocoa holder. I think I'm totally going to make up a bunch of these for my coworkers for Christmas. 

Beee teeeee dubs, you don't have to use the sketch, we also have a theme, too! So you can use either the sketch, or the theme or both! Options!

But back to the cocoa holder!

Here are the specs! 


Cut a sheet of paper at 12'' and 5 1/2''. Score lengthwise at 4'' and 8'' and then score the bottom 1/2''. Fold on the score lines. Then cut the bottom 1/2'' of each of the side flaps off, leaving the scored 1/2'' of the center panel. Cut the panels at the angle you desire. 

Fold bottom 1/2 score line up and glue the right panel to it. Finally, glue the left panel over the top of that. Finished! 

By the way - the sentiment stamp is a sneakity peekity at my brand new stamp set that comes out tomorrow! Check back in tomorrow for the FULL reveal along with other crafty holiday gift projects. I also used Blooming Buds by Dee's Artsy Impressions. 

I'm also going to send this over to the following challenges:
Pile it On - Any Holiday/Celebration
The Challenge - look at this adorable cocoa-themed image!

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36 comments:

  1. brendaNovember 17, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    Apols for the lack if visits Becca, been a bit under the weather since I cam out of hospital. Lovely card today though and you lucky Peeps your side of the pond get an even longer run in to the festive season.

    B x

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  2. VanessaBNovember 17, 2015 at 8:56 AM

    Super cute and fun (and delicious!) :)

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  3. LauraJane:)November 17, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    Supet idea Becca! I just happen to have some cocoa packets to try this out!

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  4. LauraJane:)November 17, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Supet idea Becca! I just happen to have some cocoa packets to try this out!

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  5. jenn shurkusNovember 17, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    omgosh becca! this is SO cute!!! :)

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  6. SewPaperPaintNovember 17, 2015 at 9:26 AM

    Absolutely delightful idea, Becca! I will have to do some of these at my Christmas card party this weekend. Hugs, Autumn

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  7. Julie BNovember 17, 2015 at 9:28 AM

    Such an inventive take on the sketch Becca. You could replace the sachet of chocolate with seed packets or a gift card. Brill. :)

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  8. DeeptiNovember 17, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    Very creative :)

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  9. 2amscrapperNovember 17, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    clever way to use the sketch and another great sentiment stamp collection from you!

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  10. conilNovember 17, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    You're brilliant, yet again. Being surprised by your blogposts, constantly. This is adorable and I can think of several options for the contents. Really like the traditional color scheme and that charming little bow.

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  11. LisaNovember 17, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    You are so creative to look at the sketch and see the cocoa holder!! I love it!! You decorated it beautifully!! These will make awesome gifts for your co-workers!! Fabulous my friend!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  12. Julia AstonNovember 17, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    Very cute fold to hold a lovely packet of cocoa!

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  13. SuchiNovember 17, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    Your comments always brighten my day Becca and so does your card! I loved the way you interpreted the sketch..couldn't think that way..the cocoa holder looks fun and thanks for sharing the dimensions too! Enjoyed playing along with you talented ladies at STAMPlorations! :)

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  14. BirgitNovember 17, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    I love your "thinking outside the box!" and it works perfectly. What a great gift idea and I bet you could make them different sizes to hold gift cards too.

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  15. CarolNovember 17, 2015 at 2:18 PM

    Works perfectly for the sketch Becca...love this idea. Carol x

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  16. Lizzy HillNovember 17, 2015 at 2:25 PM

    I love it! It's clever, adorable & creative AND would make a brill pressie!!! TFS... Gonna get used for sure:)!!!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 17, 2015 at 3:52 PM

    Gorgeous clever and a brilliant take on the sketch x

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  18. Lisa EltonNovember 17, 2015 at 5:53 PM

    Super cute Becca!!

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  19. Patti JNovember 17, 2015 at 6:14 PM

    Cute as can be, and perfect take on this great sketch!

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  20. Becca YahrlingNovember 17, 2015 at 7:13 PM

    Such an awesome idea! And I am looking forward to seeing your new stamp set ...

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  21. GeriNovember 17, 2015 at 7:43 PM

    ...something wonky going on with my commenting...sorry if this is a duplicate....or triplicate!

    This is such a clever idea!!! Seriously cute, delightfully festive and sweeter than the featured package of yummy-in-the-tummy DARK chocolate cocoa! Thanks for sharing with us at 'the challenge' :)

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  22. NanceNovember 17, 2015 at 8:28 PM

    Becca, what a fabulous idea and so very "merry" and chocolatey! Thanks for the tutorial too! Glad you played The Challenge with us this week! xx

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  23. UnknownNovember 17, 2015 at 10:39 PM

    Love this merry hot-cocoa holder...what a great holiday gift!

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  24. Cat CraigNovember 17, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    What fun, your co-workers are sure to enjoy it.

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  25. StirYourCreativityNovember 17, 2015 at 10:59 PM

    Good take on the sketch Becca. I could never think of that :)

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  26. BrendaNovember 18, 2015 at 12:32 AM

    What a great idea, gonna have to pin this. I see cocoa in my co-workers futures! Thank for the inspiration.

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  27. kiwimeskreationsNovember 18, 2015 at 1:28 AM

    Ohhh Becca, what a fabulous idea and beautifully executed!!
    Blessings
    MAxine

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  28. Celeste GoffNovember 18, 2015 at 6:42 AM

    What a sweet gift! Love your take on the sketch!

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  29. DarnellNovember 18, 2015 at 1:38 PM

    That's really awesome, Becca! And gorgeous! Thank you for sharing the how-to!! Enjoy your day!! Hugs, Darnell

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  30. Dolly BNovember 19, 2015 at 6:24 AM

    Such a fabulous idea, thank you for sharing the Tutorial. A great idea for pen pals for Christmas and your stamp is just perfect
    Mary

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  31. Petra SwartNovember 19, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    What a wonderful idea to make these for your coworkers, Becca!!! I think I must just use your idea to make something similar!!!! Very cute!!!!

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  32. Monika ReeckNovember 20, 2015 at 4:33 AM

    thanks for that sketch how to made Becca
    and she or he will love this I believe it...
    your post always have a great POINT
    love to visit here again hehe

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  33. AnitaNovember 22, 2015 at 1:52 PM

    Very cute cocoa holder! Thank you for joining us this week at The Challenge.

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  34. Lesley November 22, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    I love this, Becca!!! Such a great idea!

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  35. wienerhoneymoonersNovember 22, 2015 at 9:17 PM

    Me..me...me I want Cocoa!! Love this! Thanks for joining us at The Challenge, hope that you are able to join us again soon!!!

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  36. HelenNovember 23, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    A lovely gift idea!
    Thanks for playing at Pile It On!
    Helen x

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