CUPCAKES & CANDLES GIFT BAGS | with Karen

I am not sure if I am alone on this, but I have been known to squeal a little bit when Doodlebug releases new product. It just always feel like the new collections are colourful and fun, and never cease to make me smile. There is ALWAYS something a little extra - a product or character or icon that is over the top. And let's just say that the new Wired Pom Pom Boutique Trim is my newest squeal-worthy product!

  

Together with the adorable Cupcakes and Candles collection, how could a crafter not fall instantly in love? I decided to feature the Wired Pom Pom Boutique trim on some little mini gift bags I created. When my girls were younger, we would always make little treat bags for our guests so I decided to see how these new product would up my game. Doodlebug is making me look good again.

Here's how you can make them too!

  

1. Cut a piece of 6x8 paper - I cut down the Balloon Bouquet, Birthday Bouquet and Colorful Confetti 12x12 paper.
2. On the 6" side, score at the 1" and 5" marks.
3. Then turn your sheet and across the 8" side, score at the 1", 3.5", 4.5", and 7".
4. Optional - If you want to reduce the bulk, trim off the sections shown on the Balloon Bouquet paper (the top and bottom left corners).
5. From the bottom edge trim upward at each score mark to the 1" horizontal score mark.
6. Using the top 1" score line, fold it back on itself to get the contrasting trim on your little bag.
7. Then fold and burnish all the other folds inward in the opposite direction. Add some adhesive on the overlapping sides and you are ready to decorate!

  

To embellish them, I added a little bit of the Fancy Frills around the bottom edge of the top fold. These create a beautiful little scallop without having to worry about having a fancy cutting machine or decorative scissors. And then out came the Wired Pom Pom Boutique Trim. I just love how easy it is to wrap around and the wire helps it stay in place!

  

Finally, out came he die cuts from the Odds & Ends pack. I kept the theme consistent but there are so many fun icons that you could make each one unique to the guests coming (or let them pick their own).

  

Fill them with treats or a gift card or anything your heart desires! I think they would make an adorable centerpiece on the table! i hope they inspire you to make some fun favours for your next party!  Thanks for stopping by! Hugs!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9169 balloon bouquet 12x12 patterned paper

9165 birthday bouquet 12x12 patterned paper

9159 colourful confetti 12x12 patterned paper

9243 cupcake wired pom pom boutique trim

9244 bubblegum wired pom pom boutique trim

9249 limeade wired pom pom boutique trim

9229 bubblegum fancy frills

9239 lily white fancy frills

9150 cupcake & candles odds & ends

OTHER

Adhesive

White cardstock

CUPCAKES & CANDLES BIRTHDAY CAKE BOX | with Miguel

I was really eager to work with the Cupcakes and Candles collection; it is so colorful, and I fell in love with its birthday designs the moment they were released! Today I used a cartonnage technique to create this birthday cake-shaped box.

To cover the cardboard structure, I used the solid cardstock assortment from the collection along with some of the patterned papers.  I created flaps in the center to hold the birthday person's photo and decorated with puffy words, chit chat, and odds. & ends.  The result is beautiful and so colorful, I love it! 

For the top, I made a bow using various ribbons from my stash, and add the new Doodlebug wired pom-pom trim.  Look how beautiful it looks on the bow; it is absolutely adorable! 

In the center, there’s a space to add a little gift for that special someone! And it closes with the acetate box I created for that surprise spot!

I’ll sign off as always, hoping my work inspires you to create and make wonderful things with Doodlebug products! See you soon.

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9170 cupcakes & candles 12x12 paper pack
9172 cupcakes & candles textured cardstock assortment pack

9140 cupcakes & candles puffy words

9150 cupcakes & candles odds & ends

9152 cupcakes & candles bits & pieces

9243 cupcake wired pom pom trim

9244 bubblegum wired pom pom trim

9248 bumblebee wired pom pom trim

9251 swimming pool wired pom pom trim

8378 clear heavyweight acetate

OTHER

Ribbon
Chipboard

                                                       

CUPCAKES & CANDLES IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY LAYOUT | with Tarrah

Today I'm sharing a fun and colorful birthday layout created with the absolutely adorable Cupcakes & Candles collection! This collection is bursting with happy colors, playful icons, and the sweetest birthday-themed embellishments, making it perfect for documenting those special milestone celebrations.

For this layout, I wanted to highlight a favorite birthday photo of my niece, so I kept the design focused around one large photograph. The fabulous Sweet Sprinkles patterned paper creates an instant party atmosphere and serves as the perfect backdrop for all the bright embellishments.

To draw attention to the photo, I layered it onto a simple mat and machine stitched a border around the photo.

Down the right side of the layout, I added one of the Fancy Frills in Bumblebee and also some of the cute new Wired Pom Pom trim in Swimming Pool! The texture adds a playful touch and coordinates beautifully with the collection's vibrant color palette.

Down the left side of the photo, I built a vertical embellishment cluster featuring balloons, a party hat, gifts, and birthday sentiments all from the Chit Chat and Odds & Ends packs. This arrangement helps lead the eye through the design while creating a fun storytelling element. Layering the die-cuts and stickers adds depth and makes the page feel full of birthday excitement without overwhelming the photograph.

One of my favorite details is the large "It's Your Birthday" die-cut, this piece acts as my title and it creates a bold focal point and perfectly captures the joy of the occasion. I tucked in a few smaller phrases, including "Let's Party," "Woo Hoo," and "You're Sweet," to add extra charm and personality.

I finished the layout by incorporating gift boxes and floral accents at the bottom of the embellishment cluster, helping balance the design while adding even more pops of color. The result is a page that feels festive, playful, and full of happy birthday memories.

The Cupcakes & Candles Collection makes birthday documenting so easy with its coordinating patterns, cheerful embellishments, and endless layering possibilities. Whether you're celebrating a first birthday, a milestone year, or any special party in between, this collection is sure to make your memories shine.

Thank you so much for stopping by today. I hope this layout inspires you to pull out your Cupcakes & Candles supplies and celebrate your own sweet birthday memories!

 Happy crafting!

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DOODLEBUG PRODUCTS USED

9150 Cupcakes and Candles - Odds & Ends pack

9152 Cupcakes and Candles - Bits & Pieces pack

9151 Cupcakes and Candles - Chit Chat pack

9156 Cupcakes and Candles - This & That sticker sheet

9167 Cupcakes and Candles - Sweet Sprinkles patterned paper

9133 Cupcakes and Candles - Birthday Cake - Doodlepop 

9128 Cupcakes and Candles - You're Sweet - Shaker Pop

9251 Wired Pom Pom Trim - Swimming Pool

9233 Fancy Frills cardstock stickers - Bumblebee

OTHER

Sewing machine

White cotton thread