Friday, April 12, 2019

Sneak Peek: Wrap Around Box Die & Surprise Party Paper

Hello and welcome to the last day of our Sneak Peek Week!  All this week I have been showcasing cards using our new collection for Summer available for purchase today (make sure to stick around until the end for a special set of shopping codes).  :)

Today is all about our Wrap Around Gift Box die and a second new 6x6 Paper pack called Surprise Party.  I have loved playing with everything, but I like to think I saved the best for last... 

Gift Box 1: For my first box of the day, I have a box combining our Fabulous Flamingo Stamps, together with the pink hibiscus and striped prints from our new Summer Splash 6x6 Paper Pack.
Sunny Studio Stamps: Fabulous Flamingos Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Dies)

I actually decorated this box using pieces I had leftover from making cards and I only happened to have one flamingo left so I decorated the other three sides with the palm trees from our Seasonal Trees and Sending Sunshine stamps.


Sunny Studio Stamps: Fabulous Flamingos Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Dies)

And here's a look at the cool petal closure when looking at the box from overhead.  The die set comes with individual stitched dies that make decorating the tops and sides a breeze.  I love how they also allow me to decorate my box using 6x6 papers, rather than needing something larger!
Sunny Studio Stamps: Fabulous Flamingos Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Dies)
Gift Box 2: Up next is a simple box cut from white cardstock and decorated with the polka-dots and striped patterns found in our Spring Sunburst 6x6 Paper pack.
Sunny Studio Stamps Polka-dots & Stripes Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die & Spring Sunburst 6x6 Paper)

I dressed up my box with four strands of solid twine, tied in a bow on top and used with one of the two cute little gift tags that come with this box.  These tags are smaller versions of our Build-A-Tag #1 dies with mix and match tops and hole reinforcers.  They measure 1" wide x 1-3/4" high.
Sunny Studio Stamps Polka-dots & Stripes Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die & Spring Sunburst 6x6 Paper)

Gift Box 3:  For my next box I used our new Surprise Party 6x6 Paper pack.  I sadly didn't have enough time to use this as much a I would have liked.  This set comes with sooo many fun and happy prints that just beg to be used on some birthday cards.  I love that some of the patterns are a perfect compliment to our Perfect Popsicles and Birthday Balloons stamps. I must find some time to play more with them soon!
Sunny Studio Stamps Party Pups Dog Themed Birthday Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die & Surprise Party 6x6 Paper)

For this box I cut 4 stitched circles using the largest circle from our Staggered Circles Die to frame my pups.  I then colored my birthday dogs using images from our Party Pups stamps.  I think these would be the perfect size for birthday party favors.  Sized at 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" square x 3-1/4" high, these can hold quite a bit of candy and treats.
Sunny Studio Stamps Party Pups Dog Themed Birthday Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die & Surprise Party 6x6 Paper)


Gift Box 4: I thought for my next box I would create a gift perfect for giving coaches or team players as the school year comes to a close.  I think it would also make a great Father's Day gift for the sport's lover in your life.
Sunny Studio Stamps Team Player Baseball & Football Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die, Summer Splash and Dots & Stripes Paper)

To decorate my box I cut the cloud print from our new Summer Splash 6x6 Paper pack, and then alternated striped prints from our Silly Stripes Paper pack for my grass borders (cut with our Sunny Sentiments Dies).  For my various balls, I colored images from our Team Player stamps, pairing it with a sentiment from our Puppy Parents stamps.
Sunny Studio Stamps Team Player Soccer & Basketball Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die, Summer Splash and Dots & Stripes Paper)

Gift Box 5: For this gift box, I used the sprinkles print from our new Surprise Party Paper pack and cut borders from the party hat paper.
Sunny Studio Stamps Party Hat Birthday Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die and Surprise Party 6x6 Paper)

To carry out my party hat them, I die-cut stitched circles using the extra dies from the set and stamped them with hats from our Froggy Friends stamps.  Just another way you can decorate the flaps...
Sunny Studio Stamps Party Hat Birthday Gift Box (using Wrap Around Box Die and Surprise Party 6x6 Paper)

Gift Box 6:  For my last box of the day I'm re-sharing the Best Fishes gift box I shared on Monday...


Sunny Studio Stamps: Wrap Around Gift Box with Make A Splash Tag (using Best Fishes Stamps)

And a new view of the box from overhead...

Sunny Studio Stamps: Wrap Around Gift Box with Make A Splash Tag (using Best Fishes Stamps)

Sadly the video tutorial I created yesterday afternoon was accidentally deleted off my phone and after spending a couple wasted hours researching how to recover it with still no video to show for my effort, I wiped my tears and reached out to design team member Eloise who also had a video in progress and came to my rescue!  She has created a fabulous video showing the new release along with a tutorial on the box which you can view in HD on her YouTube Channel HERE.



This box is super easy to assemble and was designed in such a way that if you're careful you can cut all four sides from a single sheet of 8-1/2" x 11" cardstock. To do this 
I start by trimming my paper to 8-1/2" wide x 7" long, setting aside the piece 8.5" x 4" piece I cut off.  I then divide my cardstock into three equal pieces, which means they are each just a hair narrower than 2-7/8" wide x 7" long. If we're being technical, I line my paper up at the 2-13/16" mark and then scoot my paper just over the tick mark so it's not visible and that seems to be the magic spot for trimming.

This paper saving method means the die will just barely fit on your paper so I use micropore tape to hold my die in place when running it through my machine. If you're paper is a wee too narrow, the flaps that you tape together can tolerate going off the edge a bit.  Just make sure the box portion is fully going to cut through the cardstock.  I then use the extra piece I cut off to die-cut my fourth side of the box.  



To assemble the box, all the folds get folded away from you (with wrong sides together), except for the diagonal fold which will be folded towards you (with right sides together).  I like to use a bone folder to create nice sharp creases which help the joints of the box move smoothly when opening and closing.

I then just add some 1/4" scor-tape to each flap and adhere the 4 pieces together, lining them up at the creases. If you want to make the box extra sturdy to hold a heavy item, I have found adding a little extra adhesive between the bottom flaps can create a very strong box. The finished gift box measures 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" square x 3-1/4" high.  :)

In honor the new release, we have a couple promo codes that will be active through Monday, April 15th at 11:59 pm PST:
  • For orders within the USA, use the promo code FREESHIP at checkout to receive free shipping on all retail orders over $25.
  • For international orders, use the promo code SAVE4 at checkout to save $4 on your shipping on all retail orders over $25.
  • Or use our ongoing promo code SAVE5 to save $5 on any retail purchase over $49.
Plus all orders placed in our online store will automatically include a free mini flower die while supplies last (no coupon codes needed).

Sunny Studio Stamps: Free Mini Flower Die with all Summer 2019 Release Orders

I'm so happy you've joined me for today's sneak peek and I'd love to give a $25 gift code to one lucky winner.  Make sure to keep checking back all this week for more peeks & prizes for up to five chances to win.  The contests run through Saturday at Midnight PST with winners announced here on Sunday, April 14th. :)

a Rafflecopter giveaway Here's a closer look at the new Wrap Around Box dies, as well as the new Surprise Party 6x6 Pack Pack used today which are now available in our online store!

Sunny Studio Stamps: Wrap Around Gift Box with Mini Mix & Match Tags Low Profile Metal Cutting Dies     Sunny Studio Stamps: Surprise Party 6x6 Double-Sided Patterned Paper Pack - 24 Sheets

Other Sunny Studio Supplies Used:
Christmas Icons Stamps
Christmas Icons Stamps
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Oceans of Joy Dies
Oceans of Joy Dies
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Oceans of Joy Stamps
Oceans of Joy Stamps
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Sunny Sentiments Dies
Sunny Sentiments Dies
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Team Player Stamps
Team Player Stamps
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Team Player Dies
Team Player Dies
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Party Pups Stamps
Party Pups Stamps
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Party Pups Dies
Party Pups Dies
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Striped Silly 6x6 Paper
Striped Silly 6x6 Paper
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Gingham Pastels 6x6 Paper
Gingham Pastels 6x6 Paper
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Spring Sunburst 6x6 Paper
Spring Sunburst 6x6 Paper
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Dots & Stripes Pastels 6x6 Paper
Dots & Stripes Pastels 6x6 Paper
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Puppy Parents Stamps
Puppy Parents Stamps
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Staggered Circles Die
Staggered Circles Die
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Best Fishes Stamps
Best Fishes Stamps
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Best Fishes Dies
Best Fishes Dies
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Fabulous Flamingos Stamps
Fabulous Flamingos Stamps
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Fabulous Flamingos Dies
Fabulous Flamingos Dies
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Seasonal Trees Stamps
Seasonal Trees Stamps
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Seaonal Trees Dies
Seaonal Trees Dies
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Sending Sunshine Stamps
Sending Sunshine Stamps
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Sending Sunshine Dies
Sending Sunshine Dies
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Summer Splash 6x6 Paper
Summer Splash 6x6 Paper
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69 comments:

  1. I'm excited for the shark stamps and the flamingos. They are so cute! :)

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  2. Love all these, and have never tried to make one. Sorry about the video, I know how depressing it can be when you accidentally delete valuable photos or videos. Glad it worked out! Thanks for a great week of inspiration!

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  3. These are such cute treat boxes. Along with the new paper colors and designs and the Sunny Studio stamps the ideas become endless.

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  4. The whole release is fabulous but I'm partial to the flamingos and sloths! This box though is equally amazing! Love the example that's all tied up with the twine!

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  5. Oh WOW! So cute and the boxes look like an awesome size too!
    Your papers are so fun and summery too!
    Loving this release Mendi! but I think my most anticipated products are the Silly Sloths set, and the wrap around box die, okay that's two but it's one stamp and one die...think that's fair! :)

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  6. LOVE LOVE LOVE these boxes and AMAZING papers! They are a must have! What a fabulous release! Everyday has been more and more necessary to have :)

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  7. Out of all the new products I think one of my favorites is the Hibiscus layered flower stamp set.

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  8. ooh love this fun gift box - so creative:)
    I am so excited about the gorgeous paper pads - they are so bright and cheerful:)

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  9. Love the Silly Sloths!!! My future DIL loves sloths, so these are a must have if I am ever to make her cards she would love.

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  10. I love the fruit stamps - the
    layering is great. Also the
    outdoors stamps - fun scenes.
    thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  11. I am most excited about Best Fishes and Catch a Wave.

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  12. What a great box die! Wow all these samples are amazing. I love the papers and all the cute cute new images. I think I'm most excited about the dies (especially clouds) and flamingos.

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  13. I love it all! I think Seasonal Trees will be a must have!

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  14. Loving those cute boxes! I really love the Sloth set! Its on my wish list!

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  15. Wow! This new box die is incredible and the samples you made are A-MA-ZING!!!! I think my favorite is the one decorated with the various sports equipment. I can just imagine my nephew loving something like that!!
    Don't ask what I'm most excited about!! There are too many fun things to choose from! :) But I will give the new paper pads a HUGE shoutout! So colorful and perfect for the summer months ahead!

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  16. I Got my order in. I love the stamps and ordered almost all of them; however, I am most excited about the frilly frames dies. They are so versatile and make putting together a card so easy! I love my other two and can't wait to get these. And don't forget the Summer Splash paper. Your paper is SERIOUSLY my favorite. I order multiples because......you know!

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  17. What a fun release! Everything is so bright and cheerful! So many fun things to choose from that it’s difficult to pick a favorite! Think I have to go with the paper pads though! Love love love your paper pads!

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  18. I need to figure out what to get. I love the sloths and the flamingos. That little tree with parrot is darling. It's all great! I'm sorry if a second comment appears as I entered one with my phone and it didn't seem to post. :(

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  19. Adorable release! I want it all!!

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  20. Such a great release. It's really hard to choose, but I do really like the sloth set and the seasonal trees!

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  21. Love the Wrap Around Box! The Hawaiian Hibiscus and Frilly Frames are favorites too!

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  22. I LOVE the flamingos and those flowers are amazing and the box die is awesome for so many things. Oh! I'm excited about a bunch of it! Great release! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  23. You may have saved the best for last! I love this box die and I need one (ok, WANT!). lol I love your first box, the flamingo; so adorable! And I love the last box, too, and how the top looks like waves. Really cool.

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  24. Sooooo excited to snap some of these goodies up! I want EVERYTHING but will have to purchase some things later. This really is a fabulous release!

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  25. These gift boxes are so fun! I love how you decorated them. :) This looks like such a great release, and I'm really excited about the Frilly Frames Stripes Dies!

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  26. Love the gift boxes! The bright fun paper is fabulous on them! I'm excited about the frilly fame stripes dies!

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  27. The papers you have are always to die for!! But I want the entire release!!

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  28. The fruit stamp set! 🍉🍋🍊

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  29. Seasonal Trees, Best Fishes, and of course that box die is what I'm most excited about from this new release!

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  30. Many, many great new stamps and dies and of course the paper.
    My favorite is the hawaiien hibiscus.That's what I want.

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  31. Not sure what I like better — the wrap around box die set or all of the examples in today’s post. So adorable. I want to make them all. And yes, the new paper packs are amazing. Thank you Mendi!

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  32. Love the gift box die! And the paper pack is a must have!

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  33. So many fun projects!! Love them all!!

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  34. The gift box die is wonderful! Loved all the box creations. The paper makes one smile!

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  35. What a fun box. Loving the pretty papers!

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  36. I love these boxes and the paper; it's so bright and cheerful! Thanks for posting the paper-saver suggestion. I'm sure that I'm not the only one with a drawer full of scapd lol.

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  37. The products I really loved in this new release are the paper packs, the slice of summer, fluffy cloud dies, and the coastal cuties! These boxes are so cute and adorable too!

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  38. If I must pick a favorite, it's the layered hibiscus stamp set.

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  39. i'm most excited about the flowers and fruits. . . and the trees. . . and the paper. . .and maybe the cute little clouds. . . oh heavens, just take all my money. . .

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  40. Love the papers and the box die, but I really just WANT IT ALL!

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  41. The hibiscus set is gorgeous and is currently my favorite. <3

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  42. I'm so excited for the sloths, the petal treat box dies, and the shark stamp set! Both paper packs caught my eye as well. Such an awesome release!

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  43. I'm excited about the layered fruit set, the flamingos and the paper packs.

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  44. I love the cute box die. Great idea for a sweet gift for friends and family.

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  45. Amazing, thank you!

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  46. My favorite is a toss up between the layered hibiscus and the sloths. They're both so fabulous! Congratulations on another wonderful release.

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  47. The sharks are my favorite!!! The hammerhead is especially wonderful. It is my grandson's favorite animal.

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  48. I NEED that box die!! And the waves.. and the Sloths...... All of it!!!

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  49. The box is awesome but my #1 favorite is the hibiscus set. This release is awesome.

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  50. Your treat boxes are too cute! Great release. Love the flamingos and the seasonal trees is awesome. Adore the new paper packs too....

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  51. All great, but if I have to choose, it would be the flamingos.

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  52. The boxes are just adorable! I love the surprise party paper pad

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  53. Nice release and interesting box :)

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  54. Great new release! I love the Wrap Around Box dies and the flamingos.

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  55. well, there are several items I am excited about - love all surprise party and spring sunburst paper packs ... love the flamingos ... lots to love this release!

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  56. I love the flamingos and sloth acts along with this great box die. Fabulous release!

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  57. Darling designs with
    these cute boxes. I
    Love the FABULOUS
    FLAMINGOS STAMPS!
    Carla from Utah

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  58. Oh what fun and adorable new product and AMAZING inspiration! I love the new treat box die.

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  59. I am excited about every single item being released! I must have those sloths!!!!!

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  60. Marisela Delgado said: Cute boxes. Such pretty colors. mariandmonsterd@yahoo.com

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  61. excited about the box die! I luv the stitch lines!!

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  62. I am super excited about this completely and totally cute box. You are amazing!!

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  63. I love this new release!!! It is hard to pick a favorite, I want everything. This box for us a must.

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