Howdy all!! Today is the second birthday/anniversary of the Magnolia Yahoo Group!!! Diana and all the Design Team Members at Magnolia-licious want to say congratulations! There are lots of festivities planned, so stop in at the Magnolia-licious Highlites blog for the details. In the mean time, every month the design team does a blog hop/challenge and this month our challenge was to make an Explosion Box to celebrate. If you made your way here from Sharon Caudle’s blog then you are in the right place, otherwise the hop begins with Cheryl Rowley.
Well, I guess explosion boxes have changed, they’ve gotten fancy! As you hop around, you’ll see!! I wanted to make a gift that would have a purpose so I made a box to house stamped images of Tilda for a little friend of mine to color. My box has three tiers in the explosion and on the inside of each tier I have a ribbon that’s designed to hold in a collection. The tiers get smaller so the size of the prestamped images get smaller too. At the bottom I have full sized Tildas, on the middle layer I have sitting Tildas and on the upper layer I have sentiments.
A little Tilda sits on top of the box, she is #362 Berry Tilda. I picked her because the flower in her hair was easy to color to match the flower on the design paper. I was lucky to find this fabulous paper collection in my stash. I’m using My Minds Eye – Dreamy 2 and it’s perfect. There were so many choices and it’s such a girly print. I love the "girl" words and there were so many colors it was no problem finding ribbon to match!
This is box open, slots filled – first layer.
This is box open and slots filled – second layer.
This is box open and slots filled – third layer
This is empty box – third layer
This is empty box – second layer.
This is empty box – first layer.
There, now that was far easier to show than to explain :-) Thanks for joining us today – I’m at the end of the blog hop list, but you can always cycle back to the Magnolia Highlites Blog for a listing on the order and to go again. Thanks for helping us celebrate and be sure to check out all the Birthday Bash challenges planned.
| Project Recipe: Stamps: Magnolia courtesy of Magnolia-licous – #362 Berry Tilda Paper: The Paper Company – Cream White, My Minds Eye – Dreamy 2 Ink: Memento – Tuxedo Black Accessories: Prima Flower, Ribbon, Tag Punch, Fiskars Apron Lace Punch |
Have a fabulous weekend!!
Beautifully done, Becca. Did you know that your little explosion box has a very long history? They were origianlly made as gifts to ladies for holding sewing and fancywork tools and were called ‘Etui’ boxes. The earliest one I know of is from the 1700’s. I don’t remember for sure where I saw it, but I think it was in the lace museum in Olney, England
This is a gorgeous box, I love how you made it so useful.
Now i know hwat they mean when they say “saving the best for last” You are the last to have your box up on your blog and can i be your friend? I mean the friend that you sending your box to, he he. I love it Becca, fab job, i am gonna get mine done tonight te enter the challenge, thanks for the inspiration
smiles
Paola
Becca, that is the cutest, best idea explosion box I have ever seen!! I am so going to have to scraplift this for my niece. LOVE IT LOVE IT!!
Hi Becca, My friend and I used to make these boxes to sell at a craft fair but they were the etui boxes made from fabric and batting and embellishments. They held all kinds of sewing needs and had a little box in the middle for the thimble. They were a lot of work but the results were beautiful. I have never thought of making one like this, it would be great for photos as well. I have lots of the frameworks left from our fabric ones and I will now put them to good use. I think I will make a box for each of my grandchildren using photos, one from each month of the year. Thanks for all you ideas and inspiration.
Wow, this is such a great explosion box with a very nice surprise inside. TFS.
What a clever idea to use each panel dor holding the stamped images. Love the colorful DP and the cute Tilda looks so cute by the flower :o)
Hugs,
Cabio
What a charming gift – many hours of coloring pleasure for the recipient! So clever – I had not seen the box done with tiers before! I have seen these made as sewing gifts – a boxed etui made from fabric covered chipboard and patches of wool felt to hold needles and pins, elastic loops or fabric sheaths for emboidery snips, a loop or pocket for a thimble and an embroidered pin cushion in the very center!
Becca, Now I know why everone says you are so awesome! You come up with some of the cutest ideas and with so many at a time. Can’t believe how many great posts you have done this week. Thanks for all you do.
What a wonderful box you created!
Love your idea of putting the stamped images in there. It really makes it a fun surprise to open up all the different layers to see what fun surprise is in store for you. Your explosion box is adorable. Thanks so much for sharing.
WOW!! That is so beautiful! Love everything about it – the colors, paper, images to color.
Becca, that is stunning. I have to try this.
Wow, Becca, WOW WOW WOW! This is so absolutely stunning! I love all the layers you put into your box and the ribbons holding those sweet images. What a beautiful job you did on this box! I love every single detail on this box!
Well NOW aren’t you CLEVER!!!!!! I love what you have done with this little box!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Happy weekend..hugs, Janiel
Becca, I have been meaning to send you a reply for a while now, I just have to tell you that I am one of your biggest fans. I love everything you do! I am a new stamper and card maker and you always give me great ideas. I have yet to get a Magnolia stamp but I want to and will soon . I just love your explosion box!!!
I am lost for words. Absolutey beautiful. Wonderful idea and anyone would so lucky to receive this.
You done a wonderful job. Happy 2nd birthday/anniversary to Magnolia-lious.
Love your idea of making an “Explosion Box” with layers. What a great gift idea of a stamping friend or even to put other items such as recipes, your imagination is your limit.
Very beautiful….thank you for the inspiring idea.
This is so super sweet Becca, it’s so interesting to see all the layers. I’ve never made an explosion box, but yours has certainly inspired me to a least give it a try. I love the papers and of course Tilda is always just so sweet. As always Becca, TFS!!! :-D
So beautifully done Becca….. I’ve never made one of these, but the layers are just so neat…… I love your choice of pp’s and your coloring ROCKS!
Thanks for sharing the details.
Peggy
All these layers really are stunning. I’m not sure I have the imagination to create something like this but yours is fabulous. Love it all.
Love it, love it, love it!!!!!! TFS such a wonderful and beautiful idea.
Amazing creation Becca- you are simply AWESOME! I’m so glad I found your blog last week and subscribed. I am always blown away by your talent. Take care and God Bless!
Becca, this is soooo pretty! You’ve used some of my very favorite papers and I really love how you did the inside! Fabulous ribbon and flower treatment too!! Your work is ALWAYS beautiful!
hugs!
Sharon
What an absolutely wonderful idea and god your freind is going to be so pleased to receive such a gift. I would be overwhelmed. There is an awful lot of work gone into this, but will be so rewarding when you see your freinds reaction. Totally gorgeous! Hugs Tracy x
I love, love your box! Wish I was that lucky friend! It is just gorgeous!!! I am going to give it a shot since I have never made one – never even heard of it or thought of it! I am really excited after looking at all of them! Hugs, Barb F
Super idea on your explosion box Becca. I love the idea of having all the layers to put images or sentiments. Beautiful.
Hugs marion
How adorable is this box! So imaginative and I just love that little girl!
OMGoodness, Becca! This is wonderful! Love all the layers and papers and what a great way to share with a friend!
This is so very cute and I love the Tilda. Edna
FANTASTIC idea, Becca! I know that I can always count on you for fresh and new ideas : ) Even if they aren’t new to you, they are to me! Beautiful papers and wonderful detail. Thanks for all your hard work!
Love and hugs ~
Lori
Becca, Oh my goodness–this is just awesome. All the details on the outside, then when you open it–a double wow!! Truly wonderful and your coloring is super too. What a wonderful gift for someone. You did a fantastic job as always.
Hugs
Monica M
Becca You did an astonishing job on this box and I know it takes a long time to do… love your papers and love your idea of putting the images to be colored… makes everyone want to work harder to win your wonderful gift box… well you have a great idea for a gift and now I am going to work my butty off to try to win (but you gotta remember you and me is bestest friends (LOL).. Seriously there is gonna be some serious competition… We think everyone we have seen is beautiful… boy can’t wait until we start seeing what comes in… Glad To have been able to see yours last… now I will rest sweetly tonight..
Hugs, Jean
WOW WOW and Duble WOW.
What an extraordinary rendition. It is a box that steps outside the proverbial box, takes it notch up and produces an examplery work or art.
I am one of your fans and I am never dispointed when I visit your site. Card, Becca’s bits craft creation…you jus seem to take it to the top.
thank you so very much for sharing your gift of creating, and willingly passing along your “bits.”
Hi Becca,
I love your take on the explosion box how very clever. I like that it is useful you are so very creative! Awesome job!
Hugs,
Nancy
Becca, love your explosion box. Fabulous!
God bless!
Love your box! Thank you so much for sharing and all the tips besides.
This is FABULOUS Becca–I love the insides that you and Sharon have done, so multi-purpose and FUN! What a great present and anyone would be lucky to receive it! Love the cheery colors and beautiful decorations too!
hugz,
Suzanne
Wow!! Now I would love to receive this as a gift! What a wonderful idea for sharing your images. You did a beautiful job and I love your beautiful dp’s!
Hi Becca- absolutely luv this explosive box…..every layer is a beautiful suprise. How long did it take you to put this together- great ideas and full of fun stamps to color – great gift for another kindred spirit- who luvs Maggies like you…Hint,Hint!!! Awesome job.TFS.
Becca, I really don’t know how you do it, but you continue to top yourself! This exploding box is incredible. What a great idea to make it for stamped images. Whoever your little friend is they are going to be getting a real treasure! I’m sure that they will be stunned. Amazing.
R/
What a beautiful box you made love your color to thanks so much for all you do.
What a wonderful explosion box you have created! The child receiving this gift is going to be so lucky to have such a great gift.
Becca this is Beyond Magnificent~~ I would love a gift like this!!! What a truly great idea dear!! A treasured keepsake and images to play with—Brilliant!!
Thanks darling
Blessings
Adorable! What a great give that would make for a stamper.
Wow Becca, another gorgeous creation. I have made exploding boxes in the past, but they just had a gift in the middle. I never thought of doing it on every layer. What a great gift idea TFS
Hugs,
Trish
How cute & how clever!!! I have an adult friend that would love to get one of these. Your little friend is lucky to have you for a friend!!!
This is so pretty and what a wonderful way to use the box! I’m sure your friend will love this, she is a lucky girl!
What a clever way to do the box! So creative and will be cherished by the lucky little girl that gets it! Beautiful work Becca! All the pictures were great to see all the wonderful details! Just amazing!!!
What a wonderful idea for a gift explosion box! Love everything about it!
this is gorgeous i love the idea of putting stamped images in the box
WoW! What a great idea…………to use the explosion box as a gift like that! I like this! And I for one would love a gift of stamped Magnolia friends to color! I’m impressed.
Your explosion box is just amazing! It’s so pretty and I love the fact that you can include the little stamped images as a gift for someone. Your little friend that receives this box is one lucky person, for sure!
so cool, love it!!
This is a lovely box, Becca and such a good idea to use it in this way as a gift!
Diane x
You have introduced me to the Magnolia stamps and I have now collected quite a few and love them so much. I especially love how you have used them in your creations, and this box is perfect for hiding a small gift in a big box. Tku!
Your box is absolutely adorable. Thank you for sharing your talents every day.
Becca this is fabulous. What a great gift item for a stamping friend. And you have done this up so beautifully!
Hugs,
Pam
Great job. Love how you made this useful.
Wow Becca, just as I expected, a fabulous box from you. Yours is stunning. I love all the goodies tucked away in it. What a fantastic job.
Hugs xx
Carolyn
Another amazing Explosion Box. Luck the lady who receives this gift. WOW, what a treat…that means you are a very thoughtful lady Ms Becca. Oh what am I saying…I have seen that thoughtfulness ever since I started seeing you blog. You cards are full of amazement, each and everyone! Another star for Becca!!!!!
Wow, Becca, what a lovely gift idea. Your friend will be thrilled and the three tier box is just so cool. I’ll have to try this for a little gift!
I’m just getting caught up on what I missed this weekend…..my goodness, I missed a lot!! What a treat for your little friend!! Just so creative, Becca, and such an inspiration. Thank you.
Oh my this is fantastic!! What a lovely gift…I’m sure your little friend will be thrilled! Thanks for sharing your creativity…just stunning!
Blessings,
Melanie
That’s beautiful, Becca! I just heard about the exploding boxes but had never seen one until this week! Looks like fun.
A three layer explosion box, wow, looks fabulous!
So cute & great idea with the blank stamps inside!
What an adorable project. So cute for a little girl’s birthday!
Amazing project! I love your work.
Leslie