Monday, January 28, 2013

A Valentine Treat From Lawn Fawn!



Hi bloggers! Happy Monday! I'm pleased to bring you a sweet project from Lawn Fawn's own Kelly Alvarez! I loved Kelly's naming of this project as 'pencil decor'! It's a great teacher gift or fun for friends and co-workers! I will let the expert tell you all about how to make these cute little crafts yourself!

I thought it would be fun to create some cute pencil favors for Valentine's Day! This is a cute gift idea for kids' classrooms or even as a kitschy present for friends or coworkers.This idea would work well for lollipops, too. 

I started with a 1" x 1.5" piece of card stock. I cut two 5/8" slits with a craft knife close to the edge (as shown in the photo below). A pencil will slip easily through the two cuts. You can always alter the size of the slit depending on what you are decorating.
I then cut some red scalloped circles and white circles with my Silhouette. It is a great machine for doing mass production like this! I decorated the circles with Bee Mine and Here's the Scoop, Lawn Fawn's new Valentine's Day sets. I did some simple Copic coloring so it would be easy to make a lot of them. To get the perfect pink ink for my bee trail and hearts, I stamped off my red ink on to scratch paper and then stamped with the ink that was left on the stamp on my project. This gives the perfect coordinating pink to a red ink. I love that!
 
I placed adhesive in the middle of that first piece I cut (as shown in the photo) and adhered my circles. A totally cute and fun idea that could work for any holiday!

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144 comments:

  1. theCookJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    How cute! Fun idea!

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  2. СтоклиJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    These stamps just scream "cute"!

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  3. Annette AllenJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    wow these are so fun..Kelly is so amazing..thanks for sharing..

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  4. Sue DJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    Very cute and fun!

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  5. Maryann LaursenJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    What a fun idea, and it´s even one the kids can make themself too, which they´re just going to love.
    Thanks sooo much for the inspiration and a big congratulation to all the lucky winners here too.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    what a FABULOUS idea!

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  7. Miriam PrantnerJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Such a cute idea! Thanks for the tutorial!

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  8. Jessica StriderJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Those tags are so adorable. :)

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  9. MargreetJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    gorgeous treats...thanks for sharing
    xxx Margreet

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  10. Judy1223January 28, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    What great ideas for Valentine's treats! Love it!

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  11. KailashJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:50 AM

    Love this sweet idea, thanks for the tutorial!!!

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  12. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    such a cute project!

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  13. KellyJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    how stinkin' cute is that!

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  14. slbt17January 28, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    cute! everything about Lawn Fawn is cute!
    Sandra ltb

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  15. Karin ÅkesdotterJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    These are awesome!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  16. snappy scrappyJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    So darn cute!! Lee-Ann :)

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  17. Laura M.January 28, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    These are adorable! Thank you for sharing :D

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  18. Dawn DarleneJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Wonderful! I have these 2 sets thanks for sharing!

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  19. Katie Ann BrooksJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Sooo cute! Thank you for showing the how to!

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  20. dianaJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Great idea! I wouldn't mind getting a Valentine's card like this. ;-)

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  21. Mom CherylJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    I love this idea. I think I may have to copy for school.

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  22. BeastybunnyJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Those are so cute! I love Lawn Fawn!

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  23. Emily KeatonJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Those pencils are absolutely darling!

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  24. Ann MarieJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    Thanks for sharing such a cute idea. Lawn Fawn is always adorable.

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  25. Kelly MassmanJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    such a cute, easy idea!!!

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  26. EvaJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    What a wonderful idea. We will be making these with my daughter - I think it's a perfect gift for Valentine's for her friends in school!

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  27. MargieJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    These treats are just adorable!!

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  28. Stampin2dayJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    How cute is this! I'm not only pinning it, I'm emailing a link to my daughter. What a genius idea for my grandson to take to school on Valentines Day! Thank you for the inspiration! Love Love Love!

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  29. SolJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    I agree !! Great gifts for kids. And fun to make!! :o)

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  30. Carol LJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:44 PM

    Pencil decor - I love that, and I love these! Great job Kelly, and so simple to re-create!!

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  31. 2kidsmomJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Super Cute idea!!

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  32. Glennis FJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    What a lovely idea!

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  33. АняJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    So pretty

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  34. MarianneJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    Those sweet little images are just perfect for these cute gifts.

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  35. DanaJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Super cute idea!!!

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  36. kbrandy4January 28, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Fabulous sweet treats, brilliant idea!! Hugs Hazel xx

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  37. Rachel B.January 28, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Very cute!

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  38. LauraJane:)January 28, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    How PERFECT for the Kiddos!! Thanks for the idea:)

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  39. jimlynnJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    Cute little project for Valentine's Day! Thanks.
    Lynn

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  40. Elise C.January 28, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    That is such a cute Valentine gift idea! Thanks for sharing, Kelly!!

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  41. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 1:51 PM

    Oh my goodness, these are super cute! I might have to do this with pens for my friend! We have an obsession with a certain type of pen and we're both papercrafters, so this would be absolutely adorable! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  42. stamplover2011January 28, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Neat idea for Valentine's day!

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  43. Denacline88January 28, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Love the new Lawn Fawn stuff ...tfs

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  44. LindseyJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    Such cute pencil decor! Would be fun for straws, too.

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  45. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Cute project. Love it. Thank you.

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  46. EfratJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Fun idea. Beautiful colors.

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  47. BarbaraJanuary 28, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    This is a really cute idea!

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  48. Kathy/NorthCarolinaJanuary 28, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Cute, cute, cute!

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  49. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    OMG !!!! This is so so cute !!!
    I HAVE TO make them with my 6 years old pupils ^^

    Hugs fro France
    Lunéa♥

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  50. Nancy L.January 28, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    These are adorable and they seem easy to make!

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  51. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    How appropriate to have blog candy on a Valentine's Day project post!

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  52. Teresa Godines #6857January 28, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    Cute idea. Too bad my middle school son is not into Valentines day anymore.

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  53. pcmJanuary 28, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    what cute toppers!

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  54. NikkiJanuary 28, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Too cute these are :)

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  55. RachelJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    i love these, and how cute are they!

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  56. Cyndee K.January 28, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    Such a sweet idea! Love it!

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  57. Denise BryantJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:29 PM

    Fun Valentine idea!

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  58. Larissa HeskettJanuary 28, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Thanks for sharing this cute and fun idea!! I love all of the different designs!! Thanks for the chance to win and have a fabulous week!! :)

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  59. cghundleyJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Fun and cute! Thanks for the chance to win.
    Carla from Utah

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  60. TracyJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    These stamps are adorable!

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  61. NWFlamingoJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    What a wonderful idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  62. judyJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    I love this adorable idea--thanks for the inspiration!!

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  63. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    These are so sweet - thanks for showing us the details and the chance to play : )

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  64. DonnaJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    What a wonderful idea! Those images are so cute! Thanks for the fun idea!

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  65. PamJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    These are really sweet!!

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  66. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Very cute idea, I suppose this would work on Copic markers too!

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  67. sharon gJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Oh my gosh, Lawn Fawn stamps make the cutest things. I've made these with her stamps, too!

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  68. Lynn. G.January 28, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    Oh how cute!!! Just a darling idea and my great nephew would love to take these to school. Thanks for sharing! dodge3670@aol.com

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  69. SamJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Really cute idea, will have to make these!!!

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  70. Berry NativeJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Love these toppers by Kelly! I am a new follower as well...can't wait for more inspiration from your blog!!

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  71. Sarina CoffinJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    The kids are going to LOVE these! They look so simple and fun to create and will make all those little hearts smile to!

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  72. gRiSeL™January 28, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    LOVE it! And SO easy to make!!! These fun pencil decorations are as adorable as Kelly Marie!!! Xoxo

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  73. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    What a fun project!! I'm going to have to try this myself!

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  74. SandiJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    I love these decorated pencils....perfect Valentine's treats for the classroom.

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  75. Betty MeyskensJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    So cute! My daughter-in-law is a teacher and these would be awesome for her to give to her students. Thank you for this inspiring idea.

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  76. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Love candy. the pencils are really cute. I know the kids will really enjoy them.

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  77. KimJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:33 PM

    I love this idea. So cute.

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  78. Lisa's Creative NicheJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    super cute! Perfect use for Lawn Fawn stamps!

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  79. JenniferJanuary 28, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    These are super cute! Love the idea and use of stamps...too cute!

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  80. Rachel KJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    I love Lawn Fawn. These little pencil treats are adorable! :)

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  81. TonyaJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    These are so cute. Great little gifts.

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  82. Kristie MaynardJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    Adorable and so easy to make. TFS!

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  83. CathyRJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Those are so cute, I bet they would be a big hit with kids.

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  84. Lucy NewtonJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Great idea Kelly, and so cute!!!

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  85. MelanieJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    Very cute idea!! Great idea to pass out to class

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  86. Trish KlemannJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Very cute valentine's project. Thanks for sharing!

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  87. Kathy HJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    I'm sure anyone would love getting these!

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  88. byAnnetteJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Adorable !!
    They look so fun to make!

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  89. UnknownJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:25 PM


    This project is fun to make and will be done in no time!

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  90. Andrea GarlandJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    So cute and fun. Perfect for souvenirs. Thanks for the idea.

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  91. KarenJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    What a cute project!

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  92. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    How adorable!

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  93. jengdJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:35 PM

    Such a cute little gift!

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  94. Linda CarsonJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    Awe....how cute!

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  95. Loves Happy HourJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    Super cute!! Great little treat!!

    Cheers!
    ♥Kelli

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  96. CharkJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    stinkin' cute!

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  97. AliJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    Ive been loving this Here's the Scoop stamp set and can't wait to be able to order it!!!

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  98. Tami B.January 28, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Super cute!

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  99. SandiLJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:44 PM

    Just love all thing Lawn Fawn! What a cute gift to make and super easy. Love ti thanks for sharing

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  100. MakalahJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Perfect! I need to make some lollipop decorations and this tutorial is just in time! Thank you!

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  101. SuzanneJanuary 28, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    Oh my...what a super sweet idea! Thank you for sharing :). Have a wonderful day!

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  102. ShirleyJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Such a cute idea, and easy to make!

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  103. handmade_cassJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    I am anxiously awaiting the shipment of my Lawn Fawn per-order. Thanks for sharing more for me to "fawn" over. :)

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  104. Loly BordaJanuary 28, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    Lovely project, so easy to make and looks fantastic. TFS

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  105. Kim HJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    love this project, great and easy. thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

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  106. Message KeeperJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    This is just so adorable! Bookmarked this for the simple tutorial! Will try for the Teacher's Day and thanks Lawn Fawn and Simon Says Stamp for sharing!

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  107. Nathalia O.January 29, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    This is a fantastic non-candy valentine. Thanks for the great idea!

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  108. YaneriJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:40 AM

    So stinkin cute!!! Very adorable and simple to make!!! Be cool with some Copic Markers!!! That be a great little surprise!! :D

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  109. CarolJanuary 29, 2013 at 1:00 AM

    Fabulous idea, Kelly! Just love that little bee - can't wait for the set I ordered to arrive.

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  110. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    Need to place my order soon! Those stamps are sooo fun and versatile!!!

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  111. HussenaJanuary 29, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    OMG this is such a fun gifting idea ...thanks for sharing :)

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  112. Ирина Фонина (Креативный скрапбукинг)January 29, 2013 at 2:34 AM

    Very, very cute! I love the idea!

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  113. ValentinaJanuary 29, 2013 at 3:51 AM

    LAWN FAWN IMAGES ARE SUOPERCUTE!

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  114. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    Really cute. Love Lawn Fawn!!!

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  115. RenukaJanuary 29, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    this is super fun :) ..Thanks for sharing!

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  116. LeeJanuary 29, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    A great project! thank you!

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  117. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Love this project! Thanks for the blog candy alert!

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  118. Kristie GouletJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    So cute! Thank you!

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  119. Barb GhigJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Such a cute and clever idea...thanks, Kelly Marie!

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  120. Laraine RJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    These are so cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  121. Cheryl B.January 29, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    What a cute idea, Kelley!! I Love Lawn Fawn!!!! Thanks SSS for the chance to win.

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  122. Mary MacJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    Great idea for my granddaughter to do for her class.

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  123. mariangelJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    clever idea and very easy thanks

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  124. victoria hJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Love this idea- a must try. Thanks Kelly.

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  125. JaneenJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    What a great idea to do for the kids from church.

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  126. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    This is sooooo cute, and looks easy.

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  127. maria valderezJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    Those tags are so adorable

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  128. Ava GavloskiJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    charming fun additions

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  129. StardozJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Love, Love, Love
    Sooooo cute

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  130. UnknownJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    I may use this idea on straws for a little buddy's birthday party -- or maybe I'll make cute pencils for everyone. Either way, it's a great project.

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  131. RachelJanuary 29, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    very cute!!

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  132. jan farnworthJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    so cute thanks for the chance to win and for sharing such a great project.

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  133. {VICKI}January 29, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    great valentines for school!

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  134. loverslanelodgeJanuary 29, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    I have been looking for something special to make for my granddaughter to take to preschool for Valentines day. I love this project because she can help color all the pencil decor and be part of the making of this project. That will make such a special memory for her that she helped make all her classmates valentine gifts. She love to create with me when I keep her over night and I am excited to get her this weekend so we can start on this Awesome Pencil Decor! Debi

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  135. Jennifer ScullJanuary 29, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    these are such a cute idea! :)

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  136. MaRyKaYJanuary 29, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    hahah those are so cute.I can totally see them on the ends of drinking straws too.
    thanks for sharing

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  137. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    This is so great idea. I definitely make these for Valentines Day :)

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  138. Crafting NewbieJanuary 29, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Ooh! I love surprise blog candy :-) Kelly your pencil decor is too cute for words. Gotta make me some of those. Barbara.

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  139. MoosiskJanuary 29, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    What a great idea! Love those cute embellishments for pencils. Oh, and thanks for a chance to win some blog candy, too. :D

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  140. MandeeJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    That is such a cute ideal and I like the thought of using this for suckers, as well as pencils. Thanks for sharing.

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  141. karenelrJanuary 29, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    How darling--what a good idea and quite easy to make! Thanks for the idea and lovely stamps!

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  142. Paul K. MartinezJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    Thank you for the project Lawn Fawn's own Kelly Alvarez shared in this post. Th idea is also amazing Kelly! I love the Valentines Day color pencil.

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  143. starqueenJanuary 30, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    What a sweet little project! Lawn Fawn is the cutest. Thanks for sharing!

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  144. Lynne in NIJanuary 30, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    What a fun idea, I'm definitely going to give these a try!

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