LOADS MORE INSPIRATION, more cool Tutorials and a chance to win the entire Christmas Cottage Collection .... (YEAH, sing-along with us) ... - WOOHOO!!!!
Today Tomomi and I (Tracy Gardiner) have the pleasure of sharing a little of our Christmas Spirit with you all the way from Japan and South Africa.
Let's start off with Tomomi's gorgeous Wreath -
Requirements: -
Wreath
18 medium Brad Daddies
Red Ric Rac
1 sheet Cottage Christmas Peppermint Stick patterned paper
1 sheet Cottage Christmas Swirly Snowflakes patterned paper
Cottage Christmas Acrylic Snowflakes
i-Bond Glue Gun
Assembly: -
1. Cover 18 Brad Daddies in Peppermint Stick paper, alternating between the stripe and the holly sides;
2. Thread the brads onto the Ric Rac as shown;
3. Wind the Ric Rac and Brads around the Wreath;
4. Using a 2" circle as a guide, draw 6 semi-circles 3/4" high onto the back of the Swirly Snowflakes paper;
5. Cut the semi-circles out creating 6 scallops and a small tab at the end (as shown)
6. Divide each scallop into 8 parts and fold into a "concertina";
7. Attach the one end to the other with the tab - Make 6 of these;
8. Cut out a circle for the base. Flatten the flower and glue it to the base;
9. Attach the flowers to the wreath with your i-Bond glue gun and add acrylic snowflakes to the centre of each flower.
HOW EASY WAS THAT??? This could be done in an hour at the most and would be awesome for neighbour gifts too ... LOVE THIS, Tomomi ...
Then here is an Advent that I created for my son, Bryce to remind him of the true meaning of Christmas - I hand-wrote Scriptures on to the backs of each of the Tags. You could attach a chocolate to the back of each tag or even a clue to where a little gift has been hidden for each of the 12 Days of Christmas ...
It was sooo easy to make and didn't take much time at all ... Pop along to my Blog where you will find full instructions on how to complete this simple project ...
And of course we cannot forget about another awesome GIVEAWAY - the entire Cottage Christmas Collection - how awesome is that - trust me, this is one of the funkiest, most versatile Christmas collections out there this year - one of my all-time favourites!!!
So, all you have to do is leave a message here, as well as on Tomomi's blog and my blog, and then keep checking back to see if you've won.
There will be a GRAND PRIZE WINNER at the end of the 12 Days who will win one of everything given away during the 12 Days of Christmas Hop - just make sure you have commented on ALL blogs and ALL 12 Days posts ...
Merry Christmas to you and your families from the both of us - may your hearts be filled with the Spirit of Christmas - PEACE. HAPPINESS and LOVE ...
Love,
Tomomi and Tracy

















Beautiful projects..super inspiration!! love it!
ReplyDeleteTis the season of giving and you guys are awesome! :o)
ReplyDeleteXO ~ Amy Jo
amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
Love both projects!! Tomomi's Chiristmas wreath is just beautiful, and Tracy's advent is also awesome that I really feel like decorating it somewhere in my daughter's bedroom!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous , gorgeous projects ladies...♥
ReplyDeleteThese projects are terrific - I cannot wait to break out my Cottage Christmas papers and start playing!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful projects! My favourite is the wreath :)
ReplyDeletethese are so very cute!!TFS!
ReplyDeleteSo cute, and thanks for the step by step instructions on the "Concertina", I usually need a little help on things like that. Thanks for sharing your creativity.
ReplyDeletesimly stunning ideas
ReplyDeleteWOW, those two projects are out of this world!!! TFS
ReplyDeletebrigitteetleschats at hotamil dot com
Fantastic projects once again!
ReplyDeleteVery cute projects, love how the advent calendar had the scriptures on the back, I think homemade gifts show more of the true meaning of Christmas because they are from the heart with love, Thanks for the wonderful ideas!!
ReplyDeleteI just love this wreath. Love the flowers! Great job! Both great projects! TFS.
ReplyDeleteGreat projects.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great instructions for the flowers on the wreath. Both projects are wonderful.
ReplyDeletemjmarmo@comcast.net
How awesome is that wreath and simple too. Great project.
ReplyDeleteThe hardest thing about all these great ideas is choosing what to make!
ReplyDeleteLove those projects! Especially the flower! Very cool!
ReplyDeleteI love the wreath...and so simple too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful projects, definitely going to do the flower it looks fabulous
ReplyDeletelove the projects - those flowers are so cool! thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSandra
Just "Oooooo"
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are great - thanks!
ReplyDeleteThose gorgeous and smart ideas!!! Love them!!
ReplyDeleteTFS!! Take Care!!
Jennie @ http://earthyscrap.blogspot.com/
ooooh thosw flowers are amazing!!! and so easy to make!! Great projects - Love the wreath!!
ReplyDeleteLove the wreath, I am going to try those flowers.
ReplyDeleteMore great projects with the Christmas Cottage collection! Great use of the i-top on the wreath and the advent calendar is really cute.
ReplyDeleteWow, fantastic projects!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful and creative!
ReplyDelete- April W
So pretty, and so easy! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing these two beautiful projects. I really like them both!
ReplyDeleteLove the advent calendar!!
ReplyDeleteVery nice!
ReplyDeleteI am loving the 12 days of Christmas. So many cool projects. If only I had the time to complete everything and could find the Cottage Christmas papers.
ReplyDeleteLOVE both of the projects! That wreath is adorable!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects. The wreath looks so easy too!
ReplyDeleteI love both projects they are great.
ReplyDeleteBoth lovely projects, and by the looks of it surprisingly easy to make :)
ReplyDeleteI love both projects but have to say the Advent calendar is my Fav by far.
ReplyDeleteAnother two amazing projects, I always learn something from this wonderful design team.
ReplyDeleteKim xXx
these are gorgeous projects! so much fun! I love how versatile your line is! Thanks for the inspiration! I really want to try these!
ReplyDelete-Tammy
Wonderful projects....TFS!
ReplyDeleteThese projects just keep getting better and better! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteLove the Christmas Cottage collection!
ReplyDeletelove it! great projects and the papers are adorable!
ReplyDeleteImaginisce has the most creative DT members! Lovin' these 12 Days of Christmas projects. Nice way of keeping the true Christmas spirit Tracy.
ReplyDeleteLove them both! That accordion pleated flower is absolutely fab! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat projects today! Love them both. :)
ReplyDeleteYour projects are so inspiring and creative. Great gift ideas too. Thanks for a great tutorial.
ReplyDeleteSo inspiring !!
ReplyDeletebeautiful wreath, will have to try this myself.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty projects. I love the acrylic snowflakes. Hopping over to both of your blogs. Thanks for sharing and a chance to win.
ReplyDeletetabitha4cm at yahoo dot com
Oh my gosh - both of these products are so cute! You guys are so creative!
ReplyDeleteHow creative! I love this idea. The wreath is just gorgeous. Cheers, Mary
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is so pretty, I love your idea about making them for gifts, who wouldn't love to receive that!?
ReplyDeleteAnd what a wonderful idea on the advent calendar - I need to get busy on getting one up for our son this year, I'm running out of time!
Thanks to both of you for sharing!
Both projects are great. I love the flowers on the wreath. The advent calendar is such a cute idea for the kids. TFS
ReplyDeleteLove how you made those flowers on the wreath. Gotta try them.
ReplyDeleteKathy R
the accordion fold flower is awesome. love the distress look on it. Love your advent calendar too, super easy to make and what a brilliant idea to use the clothes peg!
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love them. Hoping my baby will go to sleep soon so I can craft!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful projects!
ReplyDeleteLOVE that beautiful wreath and the advent calendar is so cute!
ReplyDeletethe projects are both very creative! love handmade stuff!
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects! The advent calendar, especially, helps teach the true reason for the season. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are beautiful!
ReplyDelete-Kristin
Love both these projects, from all parts of the world. The flowers on the wreath are something I will have to attempt, thanks for such great instructions.
ReplyDeleteCathy S
I love them both! Such talent you ladies have!
ReplyDeletethese are adorable projects!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the Brad Daddies and that Advent calendar is truly special.
ReplyDeleteI commented on both blogs
ReplyDeleteLove both projects
TFS
Very cute~
ReplyDeletekacee
mcvicwif@yahoo.com
BEAUTIFUL! I LOVE both ideas!!!
ReplyDeleteCute wreath and cute Advent calendar. Iris Soscia
ReplyDeleteGuess what I'm making this weekend??? Yup! I think I can do this--they are both adorable! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteHow fun I am so excited for new tool... Glad I held off on Distrezz is all and will get yours when it comes out waiting waiting
ReplyDeleteBoth of these projecta are stunning. Thanks for all these awesome holiday ideas :)
ReplyDeleteGreat projects!
ReplyDeleteLove love it, awesome projects
ReplyDeleteLove both projects. The advent idea is so neat!
ReplyDeleteFANTASTIC wreath I want it!!!!! I've used advents for both my boys every christmas my soon to be 16 year old still expects it. What a great family tradition to pas on.
ReplyDeleteI really really love the wreath!!! And the advent calendar can also be used to hang the cards you receive. Awesome!!
ReplyDeleteI love all your great projects this time of the year. Thanks for sharing.☺
ReplyDeletereneeleeak at yahoo dot com
Ya'll are just beyond generous with all your prizes and great tutorials on projects to create, thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteI love your projects they are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteFabulous project!
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is beautiful!!!! Great projects shown!!!!
ReplyDeleteThose are both awesome!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work here...I am very taken with the wreath..special!
ReplyDeletegreat projects - thanks for the instructions too.
ReplyDeletePS I tried leaving a message on both blogs but for some reason they are not showing on Tracy's blog!
Wow only on day 6 and all the inspiration and sharing is just incredible!! Great design team!
ReplyDeleteThose are awesome projects! i love the buttons on the wreath, and that advent calendar is so cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Big Shout out to Tracy today :0) Hiya GF!!! Love both projects shared today.TFS
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun wreath, and advent calendar. TFS!
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are just so fabulous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous projects, ladies!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing these great projects! Love the flowers on the wreath and the advent calendar is just lovely!
ReplyDeletelove both projects!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful projects! TFS!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects! So creative!
ReplyDeleteI always love the projects I find here! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJenny kozar
I love your projects!
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWhat an AWESOME FUN Project!! LOVE IT! Thanks for sharing! Have a GREAT Day,
ReplyDeleteMe-Ma Kim
I really love the wreath! You have inspired me to make one. I wish I had an iTopper to creatre the buttons with. Awesome job on the advent calendar. I esp love how you incorporated the scriptures in it. TFS.
ReplyDeletestacy at mycraftingtime dot com
These are both great ideas. I love the flowers for the wreath. TFS.
ReplyDeleteThese projects are so great! I love the flowers on the wreath! And what a cute advent - unique. Thanks so much for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteFabulous! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeletera6352 (at) gmail (dot) com
I actually just made some of my own Christmas decorations! Soooo cute and so much fun. You guys never let me down!
ReplyDeleteLove those projects! Especially the flower!
ReplyDeleteRebecca Minor
buzzybeedesigns(AT)yahoo(DOT)com
These projects are great - I really love the flower tutorial.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Gini
Love the projects. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects.
ReplyDeleteHendesonville
Two more awesome projects! TFS!
ReplyDeletethat wreath is so nice! now to make it waterproof..
ReplyDeletegreat project!!
ReplyDeleteLove both projects!
ReplyDeleteJordan
Jordanoo@live.ca
Beautiful projects! Thanks for sharing! :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat great projects!
ReplyDeletewhat a cute wreathe! And I love the flowers!
ReplyDeleteI hope with mynew space I will be organized and ready to do all this stuff for my place
ReplyDeleteI love that wreath so much! I have looked at it on your blog several times today. I would love to reproduce it but I don't have an i-tool. Maybe for Christmas! (fingers crossed!)
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are fantastic!
ReplyDeletegreat ideas!! thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletehugs
juli
Great job ladies! These projects are true winners...so pretty and I love them both! TFS!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Joni
arcocha@yahoo.com
I love both projects, but especially the Advent calendar.Thanks so much for sharing them with us.
ReplyDeleteI am just loving all the inspiration here this week! Thanks for sharing all this goodness!
ReplyDeleteI love both projects and the fabulous paper used on them! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWow! Such cute projects!!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute projects...great creations. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Cheryl
crosano at aol dot com
Both projects are absolutely too cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat great projects!! TFS
ReplyDeleteI loved both projects!!! I left a comment on Tracey Gardiner's blog but was not allowed to leave one on Tomomi's. Everything was just a series of small boxes.
ReplyDeleteLove how she made the flowers for the wreath...what a great new technique!!! And the advent calendar scavenger hunt idea...wow!!! TFS!!!
ReplyDeleteHi,
ReplyDeletegreat project... very different!!
thanks for sharing!
Carrie
my2sons311@verizon.net
Beautiful wreath and advent calendar! I love reminding our kids what the true meaning is! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBoth of these projects are Gorgeous! TFS and thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays!
~Angel
ajewelo@yahoo.com
And another great day! Thanks for all the inspiration! It is so lovely!
ReplyDeleteHugs Gwendolyn
Love the wreath and advent calendar-thanks for the great ideas!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute projects today!
ReplyDeleteboth beautiful ideas :D
ReplyDeleteonce again, You guys never disappoint! :D Thanks again for sharing your wonderful projects!
ReplyDeletethats really cool but this year we arent decorating our house is to small no tree no lights
ReplyDeleteGreat project ideas! I love how simple both of them are, yet they look like they took a lot of time!! Thanks for sharing your ideas with us!
ReplyDeletebarb :)
Super ideas with lots of helpful tips...I plan to make those flowers that are on the wreath to use on layouts and other projects.
ReplyDeleteI so love all the Christmas projects. Keeps me in the creative spirit =)
ReplyDeleteI bought Cottage Christmas paper and some of the stamps. I love them and have made a few cards with them!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects, so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCarol B
ciaoitalia2007(at)gmail(dot)com
What fantastic projects. I love the wreath!
ReplyDeleteMelissa
www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com
these are awesome! I'm loving the christmas collection.
ReplyDeleteJordan
jordanoo@live.ca
LOVE the wreath. It's so gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI am going to need more of this line...I didn't order enough! Love these projects and so grateful for the instructions---how thoughtful!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!
ReplyDeletethese are so WONDERFUL!!! TFS! -Sam :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing these wonderful projects! So inspirational!
ReplyDeletespunkycrayon at yahoo dot com
Love the way you are teaching your son the true meaning of Christmas. Love this Christmas line and hope I win it:)
ReplyDeleteAdorable projects...love the wreath and Advent calendar!
ReplyDeletelove the advent calendar! Will keep the kids busy counting the days before Xmas!
ReplyDeleteGreat projects. Love the accordion flower & wreath. (I had a hard time posting a comment on Tomomi's blog) The advent calendar will be fun for the kids to count the days. TFS!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful projects! I love the advent calendar, so cute and easy to store for next year.
ReplyDeleteAmazing...both projects. So pretty and wonderful projects for Christmas time. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThat wreath is gorgeous!
ReplyDeletethese are fantastic! love them!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletedilsaverdesigns at yahoo dot com
You ladies are amazingly creative. I wish I could come up with a project idea like this on my own! Thanks so much for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects! Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteBoth projects are wonderful. I want to make them both so thank you for sharing them with us.
ReplyDeleteI really love the wreath!
ReplyDeletegreat projects..... thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteCarrie
my2sons311@verizon.net
What a beautiful wreath! And I love the heart advent calendar. I LOVE hearts and this calendar is absolutely awesome!
ReplyDeleteTFS!!
Nicole
niclax13@gmail.com
a beautiful wreath with a great tutorial for the flowers
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool project. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great ideas for a unique wreath and advent calendar.
ReplyDeleteThese are great projects and tutorials to go with them! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteBeth
myserendipity.beth@yahoo.com
I love the advent calendar! These are such wonderful projects!
ReplyDeleteI will be breaking out the i-top to try a wreath like this. Very cute!! And I absolutely adore your advent calendar. Once the hustle and bustle of Christmas is over, I'll be making this so I am ready for next year!! Would love to have the beautiful papers to make it with. Keeping my fingers crossed!!!!!
ReplyDeletegaudet5 at rogers dot com
love those projects!
ReplyDeleteCute projects! Love them both.
ReplyDeleteOMG these projects are stunning.. beautiful
ReplyDeleteFun projects, thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI am so frustrated. I can not find my posts anywhere. I have really messed up on all of this. I love the wreath but I really love the scriptures involved in that project showing the true meaning of Christmas. Your son is blessed to get this.
ReplyDeleteoh these are so festive and fun! i loove that wreath!
ReplyDeleteAll of your projects are so wonderful!!! What a bunch of creative people you are!! :)
ReplyDeleteI loved these projects, thanks for some wonderful ideas!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial on the flower!
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