Monday, August 17, 2015

Back To School with Gina K Design! Come Blog Hop with us!!



The Cast and Crew for Gina K Designs welcomes you to a special BACK TO SCHOOL blog hop! Gina, along with the Cast and Crew, will inspire you with many fun cards and projects for your favorite student, their teacher or your friends that are in the teaching profession!

As you hop through Gina and the Cast & Crew blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each of them because we will choose a random comment and that stamper will win their choice of a Gina K Designs stamp set with a value up to $23.95!

To see if you are the winner, check the Big News Forum at StampTV a few days after the hop.

There are a number of stamp sets from Gina K Designs that you can use to create a welcome, thank you or back to school. Today, our featured sets are Melanie Muenchinger’s Basket Additions 3 and Beth Silaika’s Keep Calm. There are some great stamps to color and the perfect sentiment for Back to School! ☺

Melanie's Basket Additions 3 set



Beth Silaiki's Keep Calm stamp set:

It’s not too late to make your project or special cards because students and teachers will be back in the classroom soon, but also need encouragement all semester long! If you do not have these sets in your Gina K Designs stamp collection, visit the Gina K Designs store at  Gina's Store

Here is the projects that I made for today’s hop:

I did not use Beth's Keep Calm set, but her Stippled Nature set:

Stippled Nature set.



For Today, Ive made a bunch of goodies!  I made a little deskstop gift set for a teacher.  I do so understand how crazy the first days are so to me, giving them a gift on the first day, telling them THANK YOU for everything you will be doing in this upcoming year! I used Melanie's Just So Sporty stamp set too, and only realize tonight it was retired!  I apologize for that!  I do so love how the sets work together so well though!  


 And here is a little gift box, made in the shape of a backpack with matching gift card and enevelope:



The Gina K Designs products that I used to create this project are:
Every single product used can be purchased at 
Gina K Designs
 except for the bee die, flower die, chipboard banner and pencil, and mini door handle.

Ready for more awesome creations?! Just click on the links below for more from the Cast & Crew!



Gina K
Melanie Muenchinger
Beth Silaika
Karen Hightower
Kendra Wietstock
Laurie Schmidlin
Sean Fetterman
Tricia Traxler
Thanks so very much for stopping by today!  I even dusted before you came, I had been so long posting that the dust bunnies had taken over!  Hopefully ill do better in the upcoming months!  LOL!



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94 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 17, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    Wow, you're creations are amazing! Any teacher would love this set!! And it's probably something they don't often! Thanks for sharing!!!

    Hugs, Beth

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  2. MelanieAugust 17, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    Good grief, all this cuteness! You worked HARD! I love! Have always wanted to make one of those crayon or pencil vases! You've inspired me!
    hugssss

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  3. JaneenAugust 17, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    I love the bee project . Ha ha about the dust binnies

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  4. Karen Hightower August 17, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    What a wonderful set & such a cute card! I think a teacher would love this set! :) <3

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  5. Judy InukaiAugust 17, 2015 at 9:08 AM

    What fun projects. I love the back pack.

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  6. Cindi HallAugust 17, 2015 at 9:13 AM

    I think the crayons are adorable and these projects are a lot of work!

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  7. MacimbaloAugust 17, 2015 at 9:23 AM

    These are so cute! Very creative and inspiring!

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  8. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Wow, you are definitely prepared for the school year here. Great job!

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  9. Dawn S.August 17, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    Great projects! Love the apples and the cute little bee.

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  10. Kathy E.August 17, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    What a great set of items you have made!!! I'm so amazed at the variety of things you came up with....thank you so much!!!

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  11. BonnieAugust 17, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    Never ending ideas from you Cat! So much attention to the details.

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  12. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    WOW! outstanding work!!! always love her stamps! thank you for sharing with us!!!

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  13. nzillingworthAugust 17, 2015 at 9:39 AM

    LOVE ALL THOSE BRIGHT COLORED GOODIES. LIKE THE IDEA OF THE PENCILS ON THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR TIN FOR STORAGE . BRILL IDEA. (MIGHT PINCH THAT IDEA, HOPE YOU DONT MIND). WOULD BRIGHTEN ANYONES DESK UP.

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  14. Lisa KAugust 17, 2015 at 9:43 AM

    Great desk set! A teacher would love it.

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  15. CindyloohooAugust 17, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    Great idea. Thanks for sharing. And chance to win

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  16. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 9:50 AM

    What adorable creations, thanks for sharing.

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  17. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    This really is inspiration! Time for me to get busy.

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  18. scrappinmommomAugust 17, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    You are just full of inspiration. Cute set and teachers would love something like this.

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  19. cardscookiecarrotcakeAugust 17, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    Great projects Cat! They are all so cute and fun. Thanks for the wonderful ideas you shared.

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  20. CammiAugust 17, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    Cute! Cute!, Cute, Cat! What a good idea to start the year with a gift!

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  21. Sue DAugust 17, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    Very cute back to school gift set!

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  22. DianaAugust 17, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    I love them all....the bee is my favorite. Thanks for sharing.

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  23. jebAugust 17, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    I love the idea of thanking the teacher, in advance, for what she will be doing in the comming school year. I really like the crayon vase too. Cute, cute, cute.

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  24. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Love this. Great idea. Thanks for sharing.

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  25. Roberta EldridgeAugust 17, 2015 at 10:30 AM

    Wow! I love that backpack! Would love to watch a YT vid of you making it!

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  26. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    Very Creative! any teacher would Love this!

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  27. Nana GriffinAugust 17, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    A wonderful gift for a teacher.

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  28. Rita C JacksonAugust 17, 2015 at 10:46 AM

    My favorite school supply was always crayons so of course I think the crayon holder is too stinkin cute! Great job Karen.

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  29. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    Wow,much cool colorful projects!

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  30. Rita C JacksonAugust 17, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    My favorite school supply has always been crayons so of course I love the crayon colored pencil holder. Great ideas Kat. I would live to receive them if I was a teacher!

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  31. Sharon UnderwoodAugust 17, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    Cute stuff! Great ideas for a teacher's desk!

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  32. Taylored Just 4UAugust 17, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    I just love 3D projects and yours are AWESOME! Everything about them and the card is wonderful! Thanks for sharing!

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  33. AnnekeAugust 17, 2015 at 11:13 AM

    Cute card and very nice set. I love the colors you've used :)

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  34. SheilaAugust 17, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    That is such a neat idea and I am sure any teacher would love to receive it.

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  35. NikkiAugust 17, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    Just love these. They're so creative.

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  36. Kathy KrugAugust 17, 2015 at 11:37 AM

    Any teacher would feel appreciated if they recieved this set.

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  37. ShelleyVAugust 17, 2015 at 11:45 AM

    Wow, you've been busy! Great creations. Every one of them would be a joy to receive.

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  38. Verna AngerhoferAugust 17, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    You are so talented and really put in lots of work on this project. I love it.

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  39. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 11:59 AM

    Bees are one of my favorite things to use on cards. Thanks for sharing very clever!
    Paula Kysilka

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  40. RoseAugust 17, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    Good job and creativity! Thank you

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  41. LindaAugust 17, 2015 at 12:21 PM

    what fun back to schoolprojects. and fun year at school.

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  42. DianaAugust 17, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    Love all the items - not only for back to school, but birthdays also! Grandkids will love them! Thanks for sharing!

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  43. LindaAugust 17, 2015 at 12:29 PM

    your project great for back to school

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  44. Pat GaskoAugust 17, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    WOW! great set and adorable card!

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  45. HelloAugust 17, 2015 at 12:55 PM

    WOW!!! Love the projects!

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  46. Sandy MAugust 17, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    Really great ideas! Loved them all.

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  47. Judy WoodlandAugust 17, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    Oh my gosh, these are just so adorable!! Any teacher would be blown away with a gift like this. And the crayon-covered pencil holder is GENIUS!!! Thanks for the great inspiration!!

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  48. GwenAugust 17, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    Those are fabulous Cat! Love it.

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  49. MJRAugust 17, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    nice idea

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  50. ElAugust 17, 2015 at 1:28 PM

    Very cute. Nice idea giving a gift at the beginning. Teachers love being appreciated. Thanks for being a great parent.

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  51. Cindy ArnoldAugust 17, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    Teachers love gifts! Cute stuff!

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  52. Cindy ArnoldAugust 17, 2015 at 1:35 PM

    Teachers love gifts! Cute!

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  53. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    What an awesome gift of appreciation! I love your backpack card too. You did an amazing job! Thanks for sharing!

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  54. LindaAugust 17, 2015 at 1:48 PM

    Great. The desk top gift set is useful and a great gift idea and the little backpack is so cute. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  55. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 1:56 PM

    Wow! What a lucky teacher to be receiving this gift box, it's perfect for those crazy days ahead!

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  56. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    What wonderful goodies!

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  57. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 2:12 PM

    Oh such a sweet little gift set, really cute AND functional!

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  58. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 2:17 PM

    Such a beautiful project! Any teacher would love to receive it! Awesome work!

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  59. CountessLaurieAugust 17, 2015 at 2:23 PM

    So creative! Love how the apple ties all the projects together! Thanks for sharing!!

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  60. ElAugust 17, 2015 at 3:09 PM

    Very cute card.

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  61. Sharon FontenotAugust 17, 2015 at 3:12 PM

    Isn't it fun to grab stamps, dies, inks, and embellies from here and there to create. That is why we have to collect so many choices. You have done an amazing job of grabbing from your stash.

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  62. sillygirlAugust 17, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    What a great idea for the teacher!

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  63. craftylady1952@gmail.comAugust 17, 2015 at 3:39 PM

    Very nice set of gifts for the teacher to start off the school year. These things will always come in handy and be appreciated.

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  64. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 3:46 PM

    Wow, wonderful set Cat, all your creations are terrific, thanks for sharing, these sure are some great stamp sets!!!!
    Hugs
    Donna

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  65. STAMPING SAMAugust 17, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Clever! Awesome gifts for new teachers.

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  66. SabrinaAugust 17, 2015 at 4:01 PM

    WOW!!! What a very darling set!!!

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  67. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    Cat, These all look so very cute. Will you have instructions available for the backpack and / or drawer, or are they available as a cutable file (from Silhouette, for instance)??? Thank you for sharing.

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  68. snkplssskinAugust 17, 2015 at 4:40 PM

    Lovin this blog hop! Great Project!!! LiaS

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  69. AnonymousAugust 17, 2015 at 5:37 PM

    I love looking at all of the creative inspirations. Thank you for providing us with your creative work.

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  70. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    I just know that one of these days, I am going to wake up and envision my own ideas. But, until that day arrives, I will count on all of you to give me the inspiration I need in order to create. Thank you!

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  71. SharonAugust 17, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    Great projects the teacher is gonna love this set, amazing creativity!

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  72. DebbyAugust 17, 2015 at 6:22 PM

    Wow what great ideas for back to school. Very impressive.

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  73. Dee EarnshawAugust 17, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    Oh my!!! This gift set is just amazing. The 'special' teacher who gets this, is going to be the envy of the whole staff room. There are so many different, wonderful little elements to this wonderful gift box. thanks for sharing:)

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  74. ktmoore1960August 17, 2015 at 6:57 PM

    If I were a teacher I would be honored that someone thought enough about me to put this much creativity and love into something so wonderful. These are amazing!!

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  75. ViviAugust 17, 2015 at 7:02 PM

    I would love that desk organizer...it would look so cute on my circulation desk...I'm a high school librarian. Cute stuff!

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  76. Sharon KentAugust 17, 2015 at 7:13 PM

    Such cute ideas.

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  77. marilynwillauerAugust 17, 2015 at 7:34 PM

    WOW, WOW, WOW, what an awesome gift for your teacher, so kind, beautifully made and thoughtful!

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  78. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    Hi Cat
    Love the idea of a backpack that holds cards. ssoooo cute.

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  79. UnknownAugust 17, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    Oh, I love the desk set.

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  80. JoAnnAugust 17, 2015 at 8:35 PM

    Such cute ideas for back to school.

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  81. RobinAugust 17, 2015 at 8:39 PM

    Too cute!!!

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  82. GayleAugust 17, 2015 at 9:05 PM

    Love the projects!

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  83. UnknownAugust 18, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    What awesome ideas, don't have young children anymore but could use these for my grandchildren and their teachers.

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  84. Rosy NewlunAugust 18, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    ohhhhh, CAT! REALLY? oh my grammar!!! Look at all of those exquisite, glorious, ingenious (where are the templates), jaw-dropping goodness you created!!! You have blown my brain right out of my head. I don't know what else to say, except lots of hugs to you. (You must have started these projects a couple years ago. At least that's how long it would have taken me) ♥

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  85. Beaumonde DesignsAugust 18, 2015 at 3:56 AM

    Wow! Such amazing projects! Thank you for the awesome ideas!!! - Payel (Beau Monde Designs)

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  86. Chrissy AllenAugust 18, 2015 at 4:35 AM

    Love the little box with drawer. What a great idea. Love it.

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  87. SharonAugust 18, 2015 at 8:25 AM

    So cute! What a great idea!

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  88. Carole RAugust 18, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    Love it all Cat! So cute! Thanks for sharing

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  89. Allie GowerAugust 18, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    Love all your fabulous creations. So many great ideas!

    Kind Regards,
    Allie Gower

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  90. Jeff TowersAugust 18, 2015 at 1:54 PM

    Incredible projects! I can just see an energy bar in that "backpack" for the teacher- he or she will need it the first day of class!

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  91. DiAugust 18, 2015 at 3:40 PM

    Love your projects! You didn't have to dust for me; dust bunnies are my friends.

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  92. BethAugust 18, 2015 at 6:00 PM

    love that you mixed up so many sets for your project!

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  93. mtscrapgalAugust 19, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    How sweet of you to make the teacher a gift box of goodies. Very clever.

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  94. ehbostAugust 24, 2015 at 3:51 PM

    Any teacher would be very pleased with such a useful gift that is so beautiful.

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