inspiration monday

with so many things on our "to do" list at this time of the year,
it's easy to feel like we need to put our creative time on hold.....
but thankfully, inspiration says otherwise!  the trick is in finding
 quick projects that satisfy our creative calling,  and i've got a fun idea
that requires very few supplies (and very little time!).
so, gather a small carving block, your stamp carving tools, stamp pads,
and favorite art supplies, a few candy canes, and let's get started!

 first,  draw simple shapes onto small pieces of stamp carving blocks, 

and carve them out using a carving tool.  

(timesaver tip:  the simpler the shape, the quicker you can carve it out!)

then, cut or tear a piece of your favorite card stock 

(mine measures approximately 2"x3").

using a 3/8" hole punch,  make two holes at the top and bottom of your paper. 

now stamp your shape onto your paper.....

and add some doodly details using your favorite art pens.......

and see how many fun designs you can come up with!

now weave your candy cane through the punched holes....

and you've got a sweet little treat that you can use
as a gift topper, hang on your Christmas tree,
or share with your favorite elf!

these are super easy and super quick to create
and i think it's a great holiday project for the kids, too!
 (for safety, you can carve the stamp, and they can decorate! :))



{materials:  moo carve, staedtler carving tools, pencil, white card stock,
hole punch, assorted chalk stamp pads, micron pens, candy canes}