A Little Box of Blessings šš
Sometimes the sweetest gifts come in little packages ā especially when they're handmade and filled with something yummy!
This week's Tuesday Tips & Techniques combines two things I love: paper crafting and homemade treats!
With Thanksgiving approaching, I wanted to create a thoughtful little gift for friends, neighbors, coworkers, or anyone who deserves a little extra love.
I'm calling it A Little Box of Blessings!
A Sweet Little Gift Box
I used Stampin' Up!'s Scalloped Window BoxesĀ to package my homemade Blessings Mix. These adorable 3Ā½" Ć 3Ā½" boxes have a pretty scalloped window that gives everyone a peek at the goodies inside.
For my box, I used the Painted Pumpkins stamps, dies, and masks, along with Cajun Craze, Old Olive, and Early Espresso cardstock.
I finished it with the sweet āwith loveāĀ sentiment from the Box of Joy Stamp Set.
But here's the fun part ā you can decorate your box any way you'd like!
Use your favorite stamps, patterned paper, ribbon, die cuts, or embellishments.
These boxes are perfect for birthdays, holidays, party favors, and little thank-you gifts all year long.
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Box of Joy StampsĀ ā I used just the stamps from this bundle.
Painted Pumpkins BundleĀ ā used for my sample decoration.
Kim's Kitchen: Thanksgiving Blessings Mix
Now for the yummy part!
Blessings Mix is a sweet and salty Thanksgiving treat with a special meaning behind each ingredient.
Here's what you'll need:
2 cups BuglesĀ ā Represent the cornucopia, or horn of plenty.
2 cups small pretzelsĀ ā Represent arms folded in thanks and prayer.
1 cup candy cornĀ ā A traditional symbolic reminder of the corn that helped sustain early settlers during difficult winters.
1 cup dried fruitĀ ā Represents the celebration of the harvest.
1 cup peanuts, nuts, or seedsĀ ā Represents the potential of a bountiful harvest.
Directions:Ā Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and gently mix. Package in food-safe treat bags and tuck inside your decorated boxes.
A Free Printable Recipe Card!
Of course, I couldn't just give someone a box of treats without sharing the recipe!
I've created a coordinating Blessings Mix recipe cardĀ featuring beautiful fall pumpkins and leaves, the recipe, and the special meaning behind each ingredient.
The card is square and designed to print at approximately 3Ā¼" Ć 3Ā¼", making it a perfect fit inside the Scalloped Window Box.
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Print, trim, and tuck one inside each gift box!
Tuesday's Takeaway
Today's tip is simple: Beautiful packaging can turn an everyday treat into a thoughtful handmade gift!
Keep a few Scalloped Window Boxes on hand, add your favorite stamped sentiment, and you'll be ready to create something special for almost any occasion.
I hope this inspires you to share a little kindness and a few blessings this Thanksgiving season.
Count your blessings, share a smile, and remember there's always something to be thankful for!
Happy Stamping!
Kim Wolff
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