Saturday, 24 December 2011

Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge - Anything Goes!

It's Wendy's turn to set the Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge...where we have a special challenge that will run to two weeks...we know you're all busy, so her theme is:

'Anything Goes'


As it's the last challenge of the month, it's your last chance to be included for the draw for the prize from our fabulous sponsor The Stamping Boutique.

I've made some Christmas crackers...I used loo roll middles for the centres of the crackers...attaching my cracker snap (from Hobbycraft) to the inside of it before covering it with kraft parcel paper. I'd punched along the edges of the paper (using my EK Success 'Scalloped Diamonds' punch)...and perforated around the centre (so it will tear more easily when it's pulled) before I stuck it all together. After adding a little gift to each one, I tied the ends with some twine ( from the Ribbon Girls), then decorated each one with some paper from the 'Wonderful Winter' pad by My Mind's Eye.


I'm also entering these into the following challenges:
For more inspiration from my lovely DT buddies, please visit the Secret Crafter Saturday Challenge.
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15 comments:

  1. Andie's Space24 December 2011 at 09:45

    Hi Helen,
    These are a fabulous idea & look lovely. Thanks so much for my card. It's gorgeous. Wishing you & yours all the very best for a wonderful Xmas & a happy 2012.
    Big Hugs,
    Andie xx

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  2. downrightcrafty24 December 2011 at 10:35

    Hi Helen

    fabulous idea they look so much fun

    Hugs Kate x

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  3. Curly24 December 2011 at 11:35

    Wow Helen genius idea and they are absolutely gorgeous I love the brown paper it gives them an antiquated feel,

    Wishing you and your Family a very Merry Christmas and a happy and Healthy 2012
    take care have fun,
    Hugs Bridget :0) x

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  4. Carissa24 December 2011 at 11:55

    These are wonderful. I was hoping to do this myself but they banned the sale of the ss in Canada.
    Merry Christmas and have a wonderful time with your loved ones.
    Hugs, carissa

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  5. Little K Smith24 December 2011 at 14:38

    Oh what a fab idea Helen! Love them!
    Have a Wonderful Christmas :)
    Kelly.x

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  6. Dorte24 December 2011 at 15:19

    Fab idea, Helen. Wishing you a Merry Christmas.
    hugs from Dorte

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  7. Kat24 December 2011 at 16:29

    Lovely crackers Helen. I bet these are better than shop bought ones.

    Merry Christmas to you and yours and Best Wishes for 2012.

    Kat xx

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  8. Ascension24 December 2011 at 16:51

    Una fantastica idea.
    Feliz Navidad!!
    besitos ascension

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  9. Linny24 December 2011 at 21:59

    Hi Helen, What a great set of Crackers. Thank you for your lovely card. Have a great Christmas .hugs Lindax

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  10. Anonymous24 December 2011 at 22:37

    They look awesome Helen! have a fantastic Christmas hunny xx

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  11. sweetpea26 December 2011 at 19:56

    I admire your dedication making your own crackers. They look really good. I hope you and your family have a really good Christmas and a very Happy New Year Jan :)x

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  12. Laney27 December 2011 at 19:30

    Super Crackers they look fab !!
    thanks for joining us at Charisma this time hope to see you next time too
    hugs
    laney

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  13. Pauline29 December 2011 at 09:50

    What fabulous crackers! Really creative! Thanks for joining us at Charisma Cardz this fortnight!

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  14. Christel29 December 2011 at 10:24

    Love theese crackers you´ve made! Happy new year from us at Charisma cardz and thank you for joining us this week.
    Christel

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  15. Gram's Treasures3 January 2012 at 04:01

    Oh boy, I bet these were a hit! What a great idea. So glad you could join us this week at Charisma. Good Luck!
    Joyce xx

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Thanks for taking the time to look and comment on my cards! Helen x

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