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New Treat Pockets

We are delighted to show off our new Treat Pockets just in time for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season... Perfect for a flat treat, note or  gift card for a special loved one. They make me happy happy and hope they do the same for you : )

They are available in several ways:

Premade  (yes we do the assembly for you. Call Ashlee for bulk discounts 801.318.4856)

KIT (easy to assemble and everything is included. No waste)

Downloadable svg file

Find the Turkey Pocket here

Find the Christmas Pockets here

Sneak Peak at New Craft Wood

Oh! Cuteness! is all I could say when putting together our sitting Santa with Rudolf Friend. Adorably jolly and surprisingly easy to make... come see him in person and we promise you will fall in love with him. Don't forget to call or email Ashlee (801.318.4856 or pebblesorem@gmail.com) about our craft night projects in your home and we will even stain the wood for you!

Click here for unfinished wood or additional kit to create the sample shown

Click here for unfinished wood or additional kit to create the sample shown

We also are still adding to out Fall / Thanksgiving Woodcrafts, this time with our 'Give Thanks' Blocks, perfect for the month of Thanksgiving. 

New Wood Crafts Just Created

We are delighted to show off our newest wood crafts that have been created and made way into our shop and pebblesinmypocket.com. Each is pretty darn quick and easy to make and would be beautiful in your home through the years.  $5.95 flat shipping and Free Shipping $75+

Call Ashlee 801-318-4856 and find out how to have a Fun Craft Night Party at your place... everything will come pre-stained... Really!!!

Find Halloween Wood Crafts here

Find Fall / Thanksgiving Wood Crafts here

Find Christmas Wood Crafts here

Have a wonderful day!!

Brenda

Pinners Conference here we come!

My daughter Ashlee and I are excited to teach a class together at the Pinners Conference on November 7-8 in Salt Lake City. We have chosen our JOY wood craft and will quickly walk you through how to quickly create it, sharing simple and easy tips to help you be successful creating all of your future wood craft projects.... they are pretty addictive! Come join us in this easy and fun class! $18 fee covers cost of all supplies... a great deal for you.  Joy letters are 11" tall.
Click on the button below for more information and to sign up. This is one conference you and your friends will not want to miss, it is fun, fun fun. Oh! and don't forget to write in 'pebblesinmypocket' to receive a discount too! We look forward to seeing you in class : )

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

We are loving the new papers and kits we are creating... with three holidays ahead of us, I find myself  hopping here and there between them as I create. Not the wisest use of my time, but inspiration comes and you just have to go with it. I do have my list of ideas and will do my best to work down the list quickly... paper crafts, wood and digital.Meanwhile, think of this as a sneak peak of the kits that are being created. You will find them in store and online. And this year they are all available not only as kits, but also PREMADE just for you. That's right, we will do the assembly for you for a minimal cost. Good news huh? 

Brenda

Find kits here

Find Premade Papercrafts here

Happy Holidays!

Hello my dears! Hoping you are in the midst of much merry and bright. Just wanted to wish you all the happiest of holidays. Enjoy some much-needed rest and celebration!

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All Wrapped Up: 12 DIY Gift Wrapping Ideas

It's time to wrap! If you're like me, you're just starting your gift wrapping today and I thought I would share some amazing DIY gift wrap ideas I have found this year. You are bound to find one that matches your holiday wrapping perfectly. I found all of these ideas (and many more) on a cute little blog called The Sweetest Occasion.

A big red duct tape bow makes a perfect holiday gift topper. See how here
Photo: Alice G. Patterson

I love these modern black and white holiday tags. Download them at Almost Made Perfect 
Photo: Almost Makes Perfect

Kraft paper is one of my favorite go-to wrapping options. Fancy it up with washi tape, ribbon and other embellishments to make it shine. Get inspired at Aprons and Camera Straps 
Photo: Aprons and Camera Straps

Little kraft paper boxes go from so-so to awesome when topped with a bit of glitter ribbon. Get the how to here
Photo: Alice G. Patterson

 A couple of jingle bells and some bakers twine make a package so adorable! See how at Sweet Paul
Photo: Sweet Paul

More kraft paper and bakers twine and you can consider me in gift wrap heaven. Chalkboard tags make the perfect finishing touch! Get the how-to at Poppytalk
Photo: Poppytalk

Simple and awesome! Tissue paper paired with ribbon is both funky and festive. Get the how-to here

Photo: Hank + Hunt

Why not top your packages with wintery scenes this season? So pretty! See how at Design*Sponge
Photo: Mandy Pellegrin

Little black Christmas trees mix modern with the traditional. I love this idea! See it at Henry Happened

Photo: Henry Happened

Always a fan of chalkboard inspired details, I love how this printable wrapping paper dresses up these holiday packages! Download this gift wrap at Lia Griffith
Photo: Lia Griffith

 Just a little bit os seasonal greenery and twine. Why not? Get the how-to at Odessa May Society
Photo: Odessa May Society

Here, washi tape and printable gift tags look smashing! Download the printables here

Photo: 6 Bittersweets

Great designs right?

If you use any, we would love for you to share on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest...and use the hashtag #pebblesinmypocket!

Supplies Found At Pebbles

Washi Tape  |  Bakers Twine  |  Jingle Bells

Christmas Woodcrafts : Candy Cane and Trees

Today I am featuring the last of our Christmas woodcrafts. We have received such positive response to all of our creations this year, especially our woodcrafts. If you would like to view all of them at once, click here. Otherwise, scroll down to enjoy our final three.

Candy Cane

 Christmas Trees

Stacking Tree

Only the Candy Cane wood craft can be purchased as either the wood shape only or as a kit. When you have a choice, and the time, I always think that buying the kit is the best way to go. For just a little extra, you receive hand selected paper choices and supplies that are all well coordinated. Also, no extra clutter hanging around...a real PLUS!

Candy Cane | Wood only    Wood & Supplies

Christmas Trees | Wood only

Stacking Tree | Wood only

So far, which wood craft of ours have you liked best?

Merry Christmas Kraft/Doily Banner

Ho, Ho, Ho! Santa is coming soon. Before it's too late, I wanted to share one last banner with you. As many of you already know, my Merry Christmas Kraft/Doily Banner has been around for quite a while now and is considered (I think) a Pebbles classic! So, if any of you are in the mood for something traditional, this is perfect!

It comes complete with holly berries and leaves, letters, doilies and bakers twine. It especially looks great when paired with either of the these Pebbles Christmas garlands.

I can't wait to see how my readers have been using my creations. Hope you are having a very Merry Christmas season!

Merry Christmas Kraft/Doily Banner | KIT    Pre-made

Holly Berry Garland | KIT    Pre-made

Peppermint Garland | KIT    Pre-made

Christmas Chocolate Spoons

Every Christmas, I like to make homemade treats for my neighbors and friends. It takes a little bit of planning and work, but is so appreciated and really put me in the holiday spirit! This year, I am going to make something a little bit different. I found the recipe for these Christmas Chocolate Spoons on the blog Cherished Bliss. Don't they look divine?

Audra, the foodie over at Cherished Bliss, always finds the most yummy treats!

These would turn any regular cup of hot milk or chocolate into something festive. For ingredients and directions how to make, click here. And, just for fun, I've posted my personal favorite homemade recipe for hot chocolate below :)

Pebbles Homemade Hot Chocolate

1 cup whipping cream

12 oz milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/4 tsp salt

Combine ingredients and heat in microwave until melted. Store covered in fridge.

To eat, put one scoop in a cup of milk. Heat in microwave.

Note: sometimes a sprinkle of hazelnut coffee creamer is heavenly

Enjoy!

13 Christmas Favorites

Presenting 13 of my favorite Christmas blog finds, in honor of this day .... Friday the 13th.
I hope they help you make your holiday more Merry & Bright!

Outdoor Christmas Decorations | Pelfind

Gift Wrapping Ideas | Lauren Conrad

Nutella Hot Cocoa | Clara Persis

Holiday Heels Under $50 | Lauren Conrad

Hot Chocolate Spoons | Cherished Bliss

Christmas Cookies In A Jar | TomKat Studio

Paper Christmas Tree | Rudy and the Dodo

Creative Christmas Card Photos | Cordially Creative

Christmas Quotes | Pebbles In My Pocket

Shutterfly Holiday Plate Designs | TomKat Studio

Christmas Traditions | The Crafting Chicks

Paper Snowflakes | How About Orange
Dear Santa | TomKat Studio

Keeping It Simple : Classic Merry Christmas Banner

Henry David Thoreau wrote "Our life is frittered away by detail. Simplify, simplify." I couldn't agree more! When my life gets complicated, I usually end up far from the things that matter most:  family, friends, time to enjoy the little things, serving others and my faith. Keeping this Christmas simple was the inspiration for our latest banner because a simple holiday season is a joyful holiday season.

Of course, this banner could be easily embellished with sprigs of holly, mistletoe, ribbons or small Christmas ornaments. It's the perfect decoration for the traditionalist who likes things uncomplicated. :)

Classic Merry Christmas Banner  |  KIT     Pre-made    

LDS December Visiting Teaching Message

Our Christmas Visiting Teaching Messages for December are going fast! I used an Almond Joy candy bar beautifully wrapped in one of our "Come Let Us Adore Him" quote cards. The message is neatly folded and tucked in back. They are now ready for pick up in the store or online. Group your orders together to save on postage ($2.99 each)!

This month's message discusses the divine mission of Jesus Christ. Of course, the message can be easily removed if you want to just use it as a Christmas gift for neighbors or friends. Enjoy!

Christmas Classics : Treat Boxes

Some things never lose their charm! Down here at the shop, we have several designs that our customers have come to expect year after year. You could say they have become a Pebbles tradition. Treat boxes are one of these and today I am highlighting 2 Christmas favorites!

Our Holly Pillow Box makes a perfect party favor, place setting or special gift...just add your favorite treat. It's Christmas "specialness" all tied up!

A cheerful way to say Ho Ho Ho and Merry Christmas to family and friends, our Santa Treat Box works well as a place setting or party favor too. Don't you love his little face?

Both kits come with enough supplies to make a set of 6. And assembly time? Only 30 minutes (another Pebbles tradition)! I hope that your holiday plans are well under way and that you are finding time to enjoy this Christmas season. We finally had a big snow fall here, and I can't wait to get outside and play!

Holly Pillow Box  |  KIT    Pre-made

Santa Treat Box  |  KIT    Pre-made

New Holiday Receipe : Chocolate Date Truffels

Let's face it, we all want to be good during the holidays, but it's so hard with all the yummy treats around. To not taste them is ridiculous! That's why these Chocolate Date Truffles seem to be the perfect holiday treat alternative. They take little to no time to prepare (we are all very busy), are naturally sweetened by dates and contain dark chocolate! Yum!

You will find literally hundreds of recipes for these on Pinterest. Most contain the same main ingredients of Medjool dates, dark chocolate and some type of chopped nut. The picture I posted here is from the food blog Alternative Medicine. But, the best one I found is from The Urban Baker. You can see it here. If you have made these already, or do sometime in the future, let me know what you think. I can't wait to give them a try!

What's your favorite delicious and healthy holiday recipe?