I'm so excited to be joining the international Creativity Abounds Design Team!  Each month, this talented group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators from around the world creates a themed tutorial bundle—and this month, it’s all about Christmas in July!

This fabulous bundle is packed with festive inspiration—cards, boxes, and creative packaging ideas—to help you get a head start on your holiday crafting.  You’ll get full step-by-step instructions (in both metric and imperial) for 13 unique projects!  How can you get your hands on it?  The tutorial is free with a $100+ order from me in July (excluding shipping), or you can purchase it for $25.

To celebrate the release of the Christmas in July Tutorial Bundle, the Creativity Abounds Design Team are sharing a bonus project in today’s blog hop—so keep hopping for even more holiday inspiration!

Let’s talk about my project…

Have you seen the new Online Exclusive products released this month?  There are some fabulous Christmas goodies in the mix!  For my Christmas in July project, I used the oh-so-cute Long Time No See stamp set—one of my favourites from this release.  What I love most is that it’s great for Christmas and all year long!

Stamps: Long Time No See (photopolymer: 166189).  Ink: Tuxedo Black Memento (132708).  Stampin' Blends: Pecan Pie (161674), Basic Black (154843), Strawberry Slush (165290), Lemon Lime Twist (161682).  Card/Paper: Basic White (166781), Flower Garden Foils 12" x 12" Specialty Paper (165511).  Accessories: Iridescent Treat Bags (166204), Rhinstone Basic Jewels (144220).  Tools: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (149653), Stylish Shapes Dies (159183), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430).  Other: Stapler, Chocolate!

Long Time No See Stamp Set (photopolymer: 166189) - $42.00

I paired this fun stamp set with the new Iridescent Treat Bags to create a sweet and shiny gift wrapping idea.  These cellophane bags are absolutely stunning and a super versatile size: 10 cm x 15 cm (4" x 6").

Here’s how to create this festive little treat...

First (this is the yummy part!), fill one of the Iridescent Treat Bags with chocolate or other goodies.  Cut a piece of the Strawberry Slush sheet from the Flowering Garden Foils Specialty Paper to 10 cm x 8 cm (4" x 3"), score at 4 cm (1-1/2"), and fold in half over the top of the bag.  Staple the topper in place to seal in the treats—don’t worry, the next step hides the staples!

Die-cut a 6.5 cm (2-1/2") circle from Basic White cardstock and stamp “Merry Christmas” in Tuxedo Black Memento ink.  Adhere this circle to the topper, covering the staples neatly.

Next, stamp the adorable dachshund in Tuxedo Black Memento ink and colour him with Pecan Pie and Basic Black Stampin’ Blends.  His striped jumper gets a pop of festive colour with Strawberry Slush and Lemon Lime Twist Stampin' Blends.

For a little extra sparkle, stamp the string of lights along his long body, then colour Rhinestone Basic Jewels with the dark Strawberry Slush and Lemon Lime Twist Stampin' Blends and place them over the bulbs.  This is such a simple technique with big wow-factor!  (And here’s a little teaser: I’ve used the llama from this same stamp set with this technique in my Christmas in July tutorial project—you’re going to want to make that card!)

To finish, fussy cut the Christmas pup and pop him up with Stampin’ Dimensionals above the greeting on the topper.  And just like that—your festive treat wrapping is done!

I hope this project has sparked a little festive joy and inspired you to start your own holiday crafting!  Don’t forget to check out the rest of the Creativity Abounds Blog Hop—there’s so much more to see, and every stop is full of inspiring ideas to get you into the Christmas spirit.

Want the Christmas in July Tutorial Bundle?

You’ll receive it FREE with any $100+ order placed with me in July (excluding shipping), or you can purchase it for $25—just get in touch and I’ll make sure you get a copy.  Happy crafting!

Take a peek at all the projects included in this month’s tutorial bundle...

Then take a trip around the Creativity Abounds Design Team blogs to soak up even more festive creativity...

And here’s the wonderful team behind it all...