Brown paper bags and gift tags

For a long time now I have wanted make one of these gift bags. Tonight I just went for it. I love the result.
I found all the inspiration and instructions here.
http://michellewooderson.blogspot.com/search/label/Brown%20Paper%20Sacks
I have made half a dozen and if I still have them in March I will bring some to the charity fair and "test" them and see how they sell.

Purse Gift Cards

I came across a great video last summer and could n't wait to try out my new big shot with new dies.  The purses were a  cinch to make and I adapted the methods to suit the tools I had. It was not so easy to find medium strength  velcro  but eventually I did. The strong strength velcro tore the paper when you tried to open the purse.

You will find the video here

http://www.dawnsstampingthoughts.net/2009/08/dawns-convention-2009-swap-2-video-.html

I love Dawn's Stamping Thoughts Blog. I have learnt so much from watching her videos.