Cut, Shake & Share: Valentine Treat Ideas with Heart Gusseted Treat Bags

Last week on my live, I shared several fun ideas using the Heart Gusseted Treat Bags (#167073). I posted about the project I created during the live, but then realized I never shared the other projectsβ€”so today I’m fixing that!

A variety of decorated gift bags with heart designs, featuring messages like 'Hugs & Kisses' and 'I Adore You'. The bags are embellished with red and pink colors, and some contain chocolates and other small gifts.

These four additional projects all feature cutting a window into the treat bags using the Endless Love Dies (#167061), then using the die-cut heart from the bag on a coordinating project. It’s such a fun way to stretch your supplies and get multiple projects from one idea.

Helpful Tips Before You Cut

A handmade greeting card featuring three red heart cutouts with a transparent background, displaying colorful sequins inside, and the text 'Hugs & Kisses' on a pink ribbon.

Be sure to watch the video where I share tips on how to avoid cutting through the sides of the bag. For this technique, you’ll want to use the Mini Cutting Plates (#151004) and place one inside the bag, so you’re only cutting through a single layer.

If you’d like your bag to stand up like mine, score the bottom of the bag at 1/2″, then fold that section to the inside to create a flat base.


Project One – Large Heart Window Shaker

For my first project, I used the large heart die to cut a window in the bag. I then cut a smaller heart from Real Red cardstock and embossed it with the Hearts of Love 3D Embossing Folder (#167071).

To create the shaker:

  • I used a 3″ x 3″ Flip Flap (#166514)
  • Filled it with the Loose Valentines Assortment (#167074)
  • Attached it to the back of the embossed red heart
  • Then adhered everything to the inside of the bag behind the window

I finished the bag with additional die cuts and Real Red Baker’s Twine (#164051).

For the coordinating project, I used the heart cut from the treat bag along with extra die cuts and twine then attached them to an Iridescent Treat Bag (#166204)β€”quick, easy, and adorable.


Project Two – Filigree Hearts & Shimmery Window

For the second project, I cut the smaller hearts and layered them with the filigree heart dies.

To create a shimmery window:

  • I cut open an Iridescent Treat Bag (#166204)
  • Adhered it to the inside of the gusseted treat bag

For the greeting, I used the Three Banner Punch (#167050) for a quick and easy sentiment. The final touch was Bubble Bath 1/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon (#167075)β€”the perfect delicate accent.

Coordinating Candy Bar Treat

To coordinate, I layered one of the hearts cut from the treat bag onto additional die cuts. I embossed Bubble Bath cardstock, wrapped it around a candy bar, and added:

  • A strip of Real Red cardstock stamped with XO in black
  • A big, beautiful bow made from the Bubble Bath Faux Linen Ribbon

Quick, easy, and super cute!


Any of these projects would make a perfect Valentine treat for someone special, and they’re a great way to get even more value from your Heart Gusseted Treat Bags.

πŸ’– Remember: You can purchase all of the products used for these projects on my website. I appreciate your support.


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Scrapped! Episode 30 – Gratitude Mini Album

A Beautiful Way to Celebrate What Matters Most

November always inspires me to slow down and reflect on the things I’m most grateful for. For Scrapped! Episode 30, I wanted to create something that captured those heartfelt moments in a way I could revisit year after year. Instead of a traditional scrapbook page, I designed a Gratitude Mini Albumβ€”a keepsake filled with texture, layers, and interactive elements that make memory keeping both meaningful and fun.

This mini album is built using our Flip Flaps and features gorgeous pull-outs, flaps, pockets, and hidden journaling spots. It’s the perfect way to document gratitude, seasonal reflections, or family traditions during the holidays. And because the album structure is so versatile, you can recreate it for any themeβ€”thankfulness, celebrations, travel, or even a yearly highlight book.

πŸŽ₯ Be sure to watch the episode for a closer look at how the project comes together and ideas for customizing your own album.


About the Album

For this project, I started with chipboard (the kind that comes in Paper Pumpkin kits or many of our other crafting kitsβ€”recycling win!) to create sturdy front and back covers. The inside includes multiple sizes of Flip Flaps, thoughtful fold-outs, a waterfall element, reinforced center pages, and plenty of spaces for photos, journaling, and decorative touches.

Once the structure was built, I decorated the album using the warm, earthy tones of the Gathering Together Suite (165987), which felt absolutely perfect for a gratitude theme. The stamps, dies, textures, and embellishments all came together beautifully to create a heartfelt, cozy design.

Featured Products

Gathering Together Suite (#165987)

  • Gathering Moments Stamp Set (#165970)
  • Gathering Moments Dies (#165979)
  • Gathering Together Designer Series Paper (#165969)
  • Gathering Leaves Embossing Folder (#165983)
  • Early Espresso & Old Olive Baker’s Twine Combo (#165986)
  • Cajun Craze and Gold Dots Embellishments (#165984)

I also pulled sentiments and decorative elements from:

  • Just a Note Stamp Set (#166098) + Dies (#166101)
  • Our Story Stamp Set (#167109)
  • Celebrate Together Stamp Set (#166655)

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The color paletteβ€”Basic Beige, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Old Olive, and Champagne Foilβ€”set the warm and inviting tone that makes this mini album feel extra special.

I loved this project so much that I’m already working on a Christmas version with a fun twist on the layoutβ€”so stay tuned!


Want to Make This Album Yourself?

You can absolutely create your own version of this Gratitude Mini Albumβ€”and I’ve made it easy!

Gratitude Mini Album Tutorial

$10.00 USD

✨ FULL step-by-step tutorial, including:

  • complete measurements
  • detailed instructions
  • cutting guides
  • photos
  • tips for customizing
  • and a full supply list
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Gratitude Mini Album Tutorial & Kit

$75.00 USD (US residents only)

Includes Full Tutorial Plus

Materials Included / Prepared for the Project

  • 1/2 package Gathering Together Designer Series Paper
    • Includes all cuts and die-cut pieces for the project, plus leftovers
  • Cardstock pieces – pre-cut, die-cut, and embossed as needed
  • Full package Cajun Craze & Gold Dots
  • Full package Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread
  • All Flip Flaps required for the album
    (4Γ—6, 3Γ—4, 3Γ—3, side-loading, top-loading as needed)
  • 1 sheet Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals
  • Chipboard, cut to size for front and back covers
  • 2 ring binders

Please allow two weeks from purchase for processing until item is shipped.

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Whether you’re documenting memories for yourself or creating a heartfelt handmade gift, this album is something you’ll treasure year after year.


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Birthday Card with Pop

Looking for a card that has a little pop? πŸŽ‰ Check out this easy-to-create Pop-Up Birthday Card featuring the “Terrific Toadstools” stamp set! This whimsical card adds a fun surprise inside, making it the perfect handmade touch for any birthday celebration.

✨ Materials & Colors Used

Cardstock & Ink: Peach Pie, Azure Afternoon, Granny Apple Green, Berry Burst, Black and White

Stamp Set and other tools:

Terrific Toadstools Bundle (English) [164790]
So Swirly Embossing Folder [163791]
Textured Notes Dies [165555]
Itty Bitty Bokeh Mix [164618]
Peach Pie 3/8″ (1 Cm) Bordered Ribbon [163783]

Other Supplies: Scissors, adhesive, scoring tool, Dimensionals

πŸ“ For Card Size & Dimensions and Instructions click on the link below

Terrific Toadstool Pop Up Birthday Card | TheseAreMyStamps

πŸŽ₯ Watch My Quick Video Tutorial!

This card is sure to bring smiles with its interactive pop-up surprise! Have you ever tried making a pop-up card? Let me know in the comments! 😊


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Quick and Easy Treat Holders

Can you believe the month is already over? That means tomorrow May 1st is the last day to order retiring products. This is my last post featuring retiring products. I’ve also received my pre-order items so I thought I would share a variety of quick and easy treat holders that feature retiring product, new product and online exclusives.

I created these cute gift holders around Valentine’s for my open house. I also wanted to create a project that I could send to people that weren’t able to attend in person. Since it’s hard to send them stamps I decided to go with a project that was made with dies and punches. You’ll notice that both are similar; however, the punched one I punched the images directly from the designer series paper.

  • 160390 – Country Floral Lane Suite Collection (R) (M)
  • 160383 – Country BouQuet Bundle (R) (M)
  • 160377 – Country Bouquet Stamp Set (C) (M)
  • 160382 – Country Bouquet Punch (C) (M)
  • 160386 – Real Red & Burlap Ribbon Combo Pack (C) (M)
  • 160387 – Pastel Adhesive- Backed Sequins (C) (M)
  • 160388 – Country Gingham 6×6 DSP (R) (M)
  • 160375 – Country Floral Lane 12×12 DSP (R) (M)
  • 158885 – Best Label Punch (C)
  • 104199 – Linen Thread (C)
  • 152698 – Love you More Than Dies (R)
  • Colors – Sweet Sorbet (C), Mint Macaron (R), Balmy Blue (C), Garden Green (C), Blushing Bride (R), Real Red (C), Basic White (C)

(R) Retiring, (C) Carrying Over, (M) Found in the Mini Catalog

Here’s a quick picture of the measurements so you can make your own treat holder.

First I need to give a quick shout out to Craft with Jayne as she shared the triangle treat holder and I just had to give it a try. These two projects feature the retiring country gingham DSP that I love along with the Flowers of Friendship stamp set and dies.

  • 155358 – Flowers of Friendship Stamp Set (R)
  • 155373 – Flowers & Leaves Punch (R)
  • 160388 – Country Gingham 6×6 DSP (R) (M)
  • 159183 – Stylish Shapes Dies (C)
  • 152525 – Lovely You Stamp Set (R)
  • 154289 – Opal Rounds (R)
  • 155475 – Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack (C)
  • 159200 – Sweet Sorbet 1/8″ Metallic Woven Ribbon (C)
  • 158133 – Soft Succulent 1/2″ Satin Shimmer Ribbon (R)
  • 154893 – Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (C)
  • 155521 – Soft Succulent Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (C)
  • Colors – Petal Pink (C), Soft Succulent (R), Sweet Sorbet (C), Basic White (C), Basic Black (C)

(R) Retiring, (C) Carrying Over

Here are the measurements to create these easy gift holders. Remember that you are scoring not cutting to make this project. The measurement listed here are for the smaller treat box. If you watch my video below you can see the difference is size between the larger Rhino box and smaller Monkey box.

Now for a little bit of fun. I wanted to make a quick video so I could show you how easy these are to make, but I wanted to make it using new product so I had a little bit of fun with my pre-order. I will admit I did use one retiring product on these projects and that is the DSP for the Rhino project since I thought it worked so well with image. The Rhino’s are part of the online exclusive Rhino Ready Stamp Set and the large leaves are as well. The rest you will find in the new catalog and will be available to purchase on May 2, 2023.

Check out my video to see how fast and easy these projects are to make.


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Love Cats Stamp Set

Today I thought I would jump over to a stamp set from the mini catalog that is retiring. Just a reminder that while some of the items in the mini catalog will be carrying over many are retiring with the main catalog so be sure to get your favorites be for they are gone. My daughter is super sad to see this stamp set go as she is a huge cat fan. I need to give the creativity of these cards to her. She wanted to stamp with me one day so I had her pick things out and help to figure out how to stamp them. I guided her a bit as she is only 11 but overall they were mostly her creations. I think she did a great job.

  • 160410 – Love Cats Stamp Set (R) (M)
  • 159190 – Heart Pearls (R)
  • 156485 – Black & White 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon (C)
  • 155714 – Polished Pink 3/8″ Open Weave Ribbon (R)
  • 152709 – Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch (R)
  • 149643 – Brick & Mortar 3D Embossing Folder (R)
  • Colors – Polished Pink (R), Basic Black (C), Basic White (C)

(R) Retiring, (C) Carrying Over. (M) Found in the Mini Catalog

I bought the set specifically so she could use it for her valentine’s. We played around with a couple of ideas, ended up doing the project on the right which was attaching the image to one of our 3×3 envelopes. Before attaching it we punched a small hole in the bottom that we could put a sucker stick through. One of the things I loved about this project is that we used the stamparatus to make it easy for her to stamp the same image over and over again. I’m really sad that this tool is leaving as I haven’t had much of a chance to share it, but it sure can come in handy.

  • 160410 – Love Cats Stamp Set (R) (M)
  • 160386 – Real Red & Burlap Ribbon Combo Pack, Red (C) (M)
  • 160382 – Country Bouquet Punch (C) (M)
  • 160377 – Country Bouquet Stamp Set (C) (M)
  • 160383 – Country Bouquet Bundle (R) (M)
  • 159233 – Basic White 3″X3″ Envelopes
  • Colors – Blushing Bride (R), Real Red (C), Basic Black (C), Basic White (C)

(R) Retiring, (C) Carrying Over. (M) Found in the Mini Catalog


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Paper Pumpkin Flash Sale

Have you had a chance to try Paper Pumpkin yet?Β  Do you know what Paper Pumpkin is?Β  Now is the time to try it and learn more.Β  Paper Pumpkin is a fun easy way to craft each month.Β  Our monthly kits are delivered to your home each month and include fun and easy projects for those of all ages.

I think one of the best things about Paper Pumpkin is that it’s easy to share because each kit has plenty of projects to go around.Β  My little girl and I love to create these projects together each month.Β  Here’s a picture of her with her finished creations from last month.Β  I don’t know about you but I have a hard time just letting her use my regular products without a lot of supervision, however I can let her do Paper Pumpkin on her own or we can create them together (that’s our favorite.)Β  She loves to spend time with me creating her own fun projects.Β  This is a perfect gift as well so go ahead and give it a try today.

Here’s my cute creations from last months.Β  Remember today is the last day to take advantage of this great sale.Β  Try it for just $5.00 additional kits are $19.95 per month (includes shipping.) Click here to sign up.

New subscribersΒ  enter the code FLASH1018 before the sale ends to receive this special introductory price.Β  Make sure you put the code in the prepaid/promo code section to get the special price before you click continue.


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