Learn to Stamp and Scrap with Lynn Larson

Baby Shower Diaper Cake - Glowing Testimonial!

I was so happy to receive an email today from Alyssa telling me what a hit the Nautical Diaper Cake was that I made for the baby shower she was hosting.   Not only that, she sent me pictures of the cake at the shower and also wrote a glowing testimonial about my work and interaction with her.   Here it is:

"As faith would have it I stumbled across Lynn and her craft booth at the Vermont flea market back in early July. I immediately fell in love with her style of work and her adorable children's products. A few days prior to the flea market I had committed myself to host a baby shower for a dear friend and had been doing some research on diaper cakes. Without seeing any diaper cakes on her display I decided to ask her if she had any experience in making them and if this was one of her many specialities. She mentioned that she had heard of them, but had never made one before. She mentioned she was up for the challenge, and I had no qualms of fears about trusting her to make one for the first time because after seeing her other work first hand, I knew she would do a fabulous job!!!

Lynn wrote me an email only days after the flea market and asked for any ideas, budget and my theme. Other than those small details I provided I left the decisions/ decorations up to her. I wanted Lynn to be able to incorporate her own personality and artistic talents into the cake because I saw them shining through at her booth at the flea market!

A few weeks later Lynn contacted me and we began finalizing the pieces to the diaper cake. There were not a ton of emails needed, she just knew exactly what I wanted. In between that time Lynn had even had a procedure which takes quite a bit of recovery time. She never once backed out of the commitment and probably even started working on the diaper cake a little sooner than she should have (From a nurse's point of view over here!!). Lynn was able to stay in my budget allowed and even helped expedite shipping and I received the package overnight!!! Her attention to detail showed through in every single aspect of the diaper cake! The diaper cake arrived in pristine condition and she even included hand written instructions on how to gently remove the cake from its packaging.

Lynn's creation was amazing, and we received numerous compliments at the baby shower. The mother to be was absolutely amazed at her work and was so thankful that Lynn had even thought to get size 2 diapers so she would not have to disassemble the cake too quickly!!! We will be using Lynn for all of our baby shower needs in the future. She is a warm spirited and kind person to work with! She is a phenomenal artist with amazing talents!!!!! I would recommend her work to everyone!!!"

Thanks so much Alyssa for your kind words.  I was the one truly honored to be asked to do the cake and to work with such a great client!

In case you missed the diaper cake here it is again:

 

Thanks for stopping by again today!  If you are interested in my custom work for your baby or wedding showers (or for any other occasion), please contact me.  I would LOVE to work on a project for you!

Lynn Larson - www.learntostampandscrap.com

 

Custom Diaper Cake - 2nd Order for a Baby Shower

Turns out that my nautical diaper cake is a big hit down in CT where it was shipped to.  I was asked to do another cake for a baby shower a few months from now.   I am so-o-o excited!  I LOVE making those cakes!!!

If you missed the diaper cake post, you can see what it looks like HERE.

If you are interested in ordering your own diaper cake, you can contact me to make all the arrangements and let me know what type of cake you are looking for.

Baby Shower - Custom Diaper Cake

 

I was asked to create a diaper cake for a baby shower by a girl who met me while I was vending at the Wilmington Antique and Flea Market two weeks ago.  Alyssa lives in CT and is having a baby shower this coming weekend. 

 

She wanted a smaller, two-tiered cake with a nautical theme and this is what I came up with for her.

 

I love how the sailboat came out.  It was made using some dies for my Big Shot and cutting the pieces down to the right shapes and sizes.  I added the little button on the front of the boat to make it pop and to add a little more dimension.

I love how the cake came out and so did Alyssa when I emailed her photos of the finished cake.  It was shipped out yesterday and Alyssa should have it tomorrow.  I can't wait to hear what she thinks about the cake when she sees it in person. 

If you are interested in a custom diaper cake, please contact me.  I would be happy to create one for your special occasion!

Thanks for "sailing" by today:))

Lynn Larson - www.learntostampandscrap.com

 

What's Inside my Baby Bundle Gift Box?

I promised that I would share what was in my Baby Bundle gift box that I shared during the Royal Blog Tour so....here it is:

 

Pink, brown and white were the theme for my box and my card.  I had crocheted a cute little three flower headband a few weeks ago and thought it would be the perfect gift for inside my little box.

 

For thos of you who missed the box, here it is in the photo above.  I made a card that matched the box as well.

Do you want to see a little more of the headband?  Check this out!

 

Here is a better view of the entire headband...

 

I sell my headbands at craft fairs and events that I do.  If you would like one, I can create it for you for only $10 (plus shipping and handling).  I could create the headband with any two or three colors that you wish.  Contact me if you would like me to create one for you!  This headband is for infants to approx. 5 years old.  I also make a larger headband that has four crocheted flowers on it for larger children.

Thanks so much for stopping by.  If you would like to order a headband, please email me HERE.

Baby Bundle Gift Set - Royal Blog Tour

Today I am sharing some projects that I made using the Baby Bundle Stamp Set from Stampin' Up!  I have been wanting to create some more baby projects and this stamp set is so "stinkin' cute" that I couldn't resist picking it for the tour.

 

I wanted to make a cute little baby gift set for today's post.  First, I started off creating a box to put my gift in.  I wanted to add plenty of layers to make my box more sturdy and also more decorative.  I used punches and embossing folders as well as layers to give the project some depth and character.

 

Wanna know what is INSIDE THE BOX?  Well, you will just have to wait to see.  I will share the contents a day or two after the blog tour is over.

 

 

In this photo, you can see that I stamped the baby buggy image three times and colored in each piece.  First I stamped the base layer and colored it in.  My second layer consists of just the colored in buggy.  The third little layer is the middle section of the buggy top.  I added some silver brads for more dimension and to make them look like the center of the wheels and the little gear that lets the carriage top go up and down.

Of course, no gift set would be complete without a matching card...

 

Be sure to check back in a few days to see what is INSIDE the gift box!  I will be posting it a day or two after the Royal Blog Tour is finished.

 

BLOG CANDY:  I am offering blog candy on this tour.  Just leave a comment and let me know which is your favorite project and why.  Be sure to include your name and email address so I can contact you.  Leaving that important information off will exclude you from being eligible for the blog candy.  The winner of the blog candy will be chosen at the end of the tour and will be announced right here on my blog.  (Be sure to visit my blog after the tour to find out who the winner is!)

So, do you want to know what it is?  I am giving away a free color tutorial of the projects I am sharing with you for this tour today.  It will include additional color photos, a complete supply list (including measurements) and instructions.  How cool is that?

 

Thanks so much for riding along another Royal Blog Tour with me!  Please be sure to go through all the links on the tour so you don't miss out on all the fabulous projects everyone has created for you!

Lynn Larson - www.learntostampandscrap.com

Build a Bear Baby Bib

I have been on a roll lately playing around with my Sizzix dies - especially the Build A Bear dies.  Today I would like to share another project that I have had planned (in my head) for some time now. 

Here is a baby bib that I altered using some fabric with both the Bigz Bear and Beary Essentials dies that I ran through my Big Shot.  I have a couple more versions of these little guys (or girls) that I will be offering for sale at my upcoming craft fairs and online.  If you would like to order one of these bibs, you can email me directly to pick out which bib you would like sent to your home.  The bibs are only $15 and come with a gift tag so you can personalize your gift!

Thanks for stopping by,

Lynn Larson - www.learntostampandscrap.com

 

Altered Frame - Baby Shower Gift

This is a little altered frame and gift bag that I made for a recent baby shower.

Both of these items use the Stampin' Up! Simply Scrappin' Kit "Special Delivery Girl".  Kim loved the gift and her beautiful little daughter will look just fabulous in this frame.  She is the cutest little baby girl and I didn't want to stop holding her at the shower.  She was just so precious.

You can see by the photo below that I sponged the edges of the letter "B" to make it pop off the frame by making it appear more 3-d. 

One of the best things about Stampin' Up! products is that you can use them for many things - making cards, creating scrapbook memories, making gifts and gift holders, creating boxes, bags and gift tags...just to name a few.  It is wonderful to have supplies on hand and to create many special projects with those supplies over and over again. 

If you would like to create a special gift projects like this, be sure to check out my class schedule.  Valentine's Day is right around the corner and I will be holding a Valentine's Stamp Camp where we will be making a Valentine's Card, a Gift Item and a Goodie Bag.  There is also an incredible Valentine's Bundle that Stampin' Up! is offering.  Check out the link to the right of my blog to see this special!