Simply Crafty with Clear & Simple: Gift Packaging

Long post today, people. Hang in there, ok? I went a little crazy with the crafting and as a result, I have about eleventeen million photos to share.

I guess it makes sense, though, that today’s post would be photo heavy. I love making gift packaging. I think it has something to do with the fact that I love receiving beautiful gift packaging. I’m that person who spends five minutes oogling the packaging  before ever opening it. The same person who goes to the gift wrapping department just to see what pretty samples they have up on the wall. Same girl who buys Pringles purely because the tube can makes for great cookies packaging. I actually hate Pringles. You get the idea though. I love packaging.

As luck would have it, one of the biggest perks of working with Clear and Simple Stamps is the fact that they have tons of options for making awesome gift packaging and today I’ve got project with almost all of them. Here we go…

I started by developing a mood board for the colors and embellishments I would incorporate into the ensemble. Mood boards are such a great way brainstorm in a visual way.

Simply Crafty: Gift Packaging | Damask Love Blog

Simply Crafty: Gift Packaging Moodboard | Damask Love Blog

Simply Crafty: Gift Packaging Crafting the Look | Damask Love Blog{1} Gable Box die cut from Creme de la Cream cardstock embellished with Mini Label Tag Dies and I Steel Got It paper strip embossed with Imprints 4 plate.

{2} Party Favor 8 die with medallion created using Grass border die.

{3} Trifold 2 die cut from Coral Necklace cardstock with banner die closure.

{4} Party Favor 1 die cut from Creme de la Cream cardstock with banner die embellishment and oval circle label.

{5} Party Favor 7 die cut from Creamsicle Cardigan cardstock with Bow Trio die cut from fabric.

{6} Cube die cut from My Style Blueprint cardstock with Tags 1 embellishment stamped with small heart from Baby Shower stamp set.

{7} Clear Pillow box lined with patterned paper and  wrapped with mini bow trio die.

{8} Glassine bag with Topper die and wrapped with banner die embellishment.

{9} Party Favor 2 die cut from Creamsicle Cardigan cardstock with lid embossed with Imprints 4 plate, wrapped with mini bow trio die .

{10} Party Favor 7 die cut from I Steel Got It cardstock wrapped with Eyelet border die and handmade tissue paper embellishment.

Simply Crafty: Gift Packaging Storyboard | Damask Love Blog

Simply Crafty: Gift Packaging Woodgrain Box Close | Damask Love Blog

The newest additions to the Clear and Simple Stamps gift packaging roster include two dies: one for a favor box and another for creating beautiful bows. I’ve come up with another quick project to share these newbies with you.

Easter Pretty Pastels with Bow | Damask Love BlogFor these cuties, I die cut the Party Favor 8 die from pastel cardstock. Since the die is approximately 12″ long, you won’t be able to get a full cut from traditional 8 1/2″ x 11″ cardstock. In this case, I solved that by creating a pretty scalloped edge and then extending the remaining part of the box with a piece of white cardstock.
Easter Pretty Pastels | Damask Love Blog Simply Crafty : Bow Sizes | Damask Love Blog

And so ends our day of gift packaging! Did you likey?

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About Amber

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.

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43 Comments

  1. 3.17.13
    Sue B said:

    Totally love that bow die.

  2. 3.17.13
    Theresa P. said:

    Totally fabulous! The mood board is a great idea!

  3. 3.17.13

    OMG, I’m in love with those bow dies!!!! I think I’m getting both!! I am delighted to come to your blog, because your pictures really take my breath away!!! GORGEOUS shots and love that digi washi tape “holding” your photos!!!! *grin*

  4. 3.17.13
    Jean said:

    Oh my goodness girl you just hit my sweet spot for packaging! 🙂 I love it so much that last Christmas I made my own wrapping paper! 🙂 And people were asking where I bought them. 🙂 Thanks for sharing this!!!

  5. 3.17.13
    Anja said:

    Love these! And what I love even more that you chose some of my favorite colors, too =) Pinning this for the next gift wrapping occasion!

    By the way, I am your newest follower. Sweet blog!

    Anja @ cocalores.blogspot.com

  6. 3.17.13
    janet said:

    Fabulous “presentation”, Amber – can’t say I have noticed your love of packaging *wink wink*! Such a pretty colour collection too! Fascinated that you made the medallion from a grass border die – it’s gorgeous 🙂

  7. 3.17.13
    Barb Ghigliotty said:

    Creating a mood board is such a great idea! I love all the delicious colors you chose for your packaging, Amber…I can only imagine how excited the recipient is to receive a gift from you…what a TREAT!

  8. 3.17.13
    NoxCreare said:

    lovely idea!!!!
    i love your diy!!!!!
    I really like your blog .. congratulations! beautiful creations! I invite you on my blog ..http://noxcreare.blogspot.it .. let me know what you think .. I’m also a creative
    Noemi

  9. 3.17.13

    I really like your blog .. congratulations! beautiful creations!

  10. 3.17.13
    KatieP said:

    I always learn so much.

    • 3.17.13
      amber said:

      That is such great feedback! Thanks for commenting! Have a great day, Katie!

  11. 3.18.13
    Loly Borda said:

    I’m still ooooh-ing and awww-ing about this post. Totally awesome Amber. Thanks so much for your hard work and the variety of inspiration your always give us.

  12. 3.19.13
    Erin said:

    You are so creative! I love them all 🙂

  13. 3.21.13
    Rae Ramses said:

    Alright, Amber! You got me! I ended up getting the party favor 7 die along several other things from CSS that I was on the fence. Between you and Elena, I’m going to be broke. Love the post!

    • 3.21.13
      amber said:

      WOOHOO!!! You are gonna love it! If you want – feel free to share your CSS creations! I’d love to see!

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