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Gift Card Holder, Illuminations, Kids Stuff, Origami Gift Box, Parisian Breeze Specialty DSP, Stacey
Hi there!
We had a lovely dinner out last night for Stace & Shane’s birthday! It was at a restaurant that Gav & I have been to before (with our friends Dave & Tania) and we really really enjoyed it! Mylan – Vietnamese (Wollongong). I have to tell you … I am going to have trouble going back to regular Chinese after dining there! This Vietnamese cuisine is a little like Chinese … but … soo soo soo much fresher and lighter and full of wonderful aromas and flavours! It wasn’t the least bit heavy or “deep fried”! We would recommend it to anyone! 
Yum! Another busy day … tidy house (yes … my guests are now gone – we got up at 4am to say goodbye!) … hair/make-up/chauffeur … lunch with a friend … nail appt … etc etc etc! Phew! Isn’t it just as well that we have holidays in 2 SLEEPS!!! But … it is happy busy … so I am trying not to grumble!
So … I thought I would share Stacey’s Birthday Card today. I had actually made a different card for her (I will show you that sometime soon) … but decided to use the Origami Box that I showed you the other day as gift packaging for a sweet necklace … and teamed it with a gift card holder using the same gorgeous ”Parisian Breeze” Specialty DSP … so I wanted a card that would match with these B’Day surprises! The one I had just recently created using the “Illuminations” stamp set that I have just bought was just perfect … and Stace absolutely loved it!
The main image is stamped onto vellum cardstock with Not Quite Navy ink. Then I have carefully cut around the image … and added some Dazzling Diamonds for a bit of bling! It is secured to the card with narrow strips of dimensionals … hidden by the “C”! And … this card just wouldn’t be the same without they scrumptious Chocolate Chip Satin ribbon! The half pearls are from the Pretties Kit. Simple … but elegant … and perfect for Stace!
And … here is the whole package of surprises … isn’t it lovely when you can coordinate everything to make a gorgeously presented gift! That’s one of the best things about SU!
So … if you would like a reminder of how to make the gift card holder and the origami gift box … then just click on the thumbnail pics below and you will be redirected to the previous posts that give all the measurements and instructions …
I had better run … Skye is waiting to get her hair done … lots to do! Oh … and Lynda … I just want to ease your concerns … my cold is finally on the mend … and I am feeling a lot better. (Just need a few days sleep … and I will be fine!) 
Thanks for your care!
Gorgeous Andrea! I really do need to find time to try your gift box, I love it! Big hugs!
Andrea adds: I’m sure it will be a snap for you, Sarah! So nice to see you back in action. Hope it is a happy time! xx
You have definitely outdone yourself with this magical package Andrea. The 3 items pictured together made me catch my breath. I can only hope that Stacey’s reaction was more aminated than Shane’s!! I love the colour co-ordination…& I must admit since being introduced to SU…some of the procrastinating angst over colour choice has been made better!!
Re reply to last comment….I am so v v glad i cld provide a small ray of sunshine to ur calamatous day. Maintain ‘white knuckle grip’ for 2 more sleeps then embrace your holiday!! ooxx
Andrea adds: Hi my friend! I am back!!!!!! That is totally one of the best things about SU! Colour choices are sooooo much easier when the coordination is done for you! Using the DSP is always a good start for colour choices. Will post asap … and will pop by your blog asap! (Notice you took my advice and added your URL to your comment!)
Morning Andrea,
I love your creation
The card is is wonderful and the Box is…fantastic
Love colours and details used.
Thank’s for the lovely comment on my blog
Have a nice week,Andrea
Many greetings from
a snowy village ;o)
Andrea adds: Thanks for visiting again! I am just back from hols … but will pop by your blog asap! Just need to catch up on a few things first! xxx
BIG “HAPPY BIRTHDAY”!!! Super cards and goodies… LOVE that Chocolate ribbon! Gives such a classy and rich look!!!! Fun times going on and memories to remember forever. YOU ROCK girl and BIG SMILES across the miles!!!!
Andrea adds: I agree … the chocolate ribbon is a definite favourite! What a shame we can’t get it any more! I love the elegant satin look. Thanks for the smiles!!! Right back at ya! xxx
WOW!!! Love this set, you are so very clever. Everything is absolutely GORGEOUS!!! In true Andrea style
Hugs Tan xox
Andrea adds: Funny how we can both recognise each other’s style!!!