Yes. It's true. I feel the need to put them on everything. But that's just because I think they're FABULOUS, and WINTERY, and FUN!
I made this box using the same idea as my 4 x 4 Lidless box, but to adjust for the size of the tea packets I made it a bit smaller at 2.75 x 2.75. I was able to make the sides of the box out of one length of 12" paper, and two squares for the bottom. Twelve tea packets fit perfectly!
The paper is from the new holiday line by Cosmo Cricket called Oh Joy. *Love it!* The sentiment is from my Whipper Snapper set called Winter Schminter.
The snowflakes are both Marvy punches, and I used the Martha Stewart branch punch to add a "frilly" looking dark brown snowflake in the middle. I've got loads more Diamond Dust glitter, and don't have any plans of coming to the end of my crystal snowflake addiction any time soon. *grin*
I love this snowflake!!!! I used it as inspiration for a Christmas card this year and have posted the card to my blog. I added a link to your blog so my readers could see the original - I hope that was okay. I also sent a link out to my friends regarding your little cold chicken and his coat. Too funny!
Posted by: Jill Haddad | November 29, 2008 at 08:46 AM
Stunning box, I love the colours and elements added!
Clairex
Posted by: CraftyC | November 25, 2008 at 03:59 PM
They certainly are FABULOUS, and WINTERY, and FUN!
Posted by: Beth M | November 24, 2008 at 09:42 AM
Your snowflakes are just amazing! Thanks so much for sharing! Best, Curt
Posted by: Curt OBrien | November 23, 2008 at 08:46 PM
You're KILLIN ME!!! At least I already have that Cosmo paper...lol
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | November 23, 2008 at 08:32 PM
Anna, this is GORGEOUS ! I love everything about it!
I love Snowflakes too !
Posted by: Patty W | November 23, 2008 at 11:05 AM
Gorgeous as always........they look like they could melt on your tongue..........if you fear that they might melt in the heat, feel free to send them to Canada, where I will be sure to take good care of them luv!!!!
Posted by: Vicki | November 23, 2008 at 10:06 AM
Your snowflakes are fabulous, Anna...I never get tired of seeing them on your projects!!! Thanks for sharing your great tutorial, too...gotta get some of that glitter!!!
Posted by: Joan Ervin | November 23, 2008 at 09:38 AM
Your snowflakes are SO Beautiful. Please don't stop making them and adorning EVERYTHING!!! I guess I need to buy a snowflake punch and get some of that glitter. Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous...
Posted by: Barb Hardeman | November 22, 2008 at 08:08 PM
Beautiful, Anna. I love the snowflakes too.
Karen
Posted by: karen | November 22, 2008 at 07:20 PM
LOVE the box and the snowflakes! And Tiny Tim had me literally LOL...and my husband looking at me like I was crazy. His going into "reverse" was hilarious!!!
Posted by: Jennifer | November 22, 2008 at 06:02 PM
I'm totally with you on the snowflake thing Anna!! I've been adding them to everything!! :) Your box is just wonderful!! :)
Posted by: Julie Masse | November 22, 2008 at 05:19 PM
How I wish I could pull out my glitter right now-but I have to wait till the little ones are in bed! I love your snowflakes...keep making 'em!
Posted by: Danielle | November 22, 2008 at 04:28 PM
absolutely beautiful. Do you want to make me one. I would love one of your fabulous creations.
SherryAnn
Posted by: Sherry Eckblad | November 22, 2008 at 02:45 PM
Beautiful!!! I broke my Marvy snowflake punch today :( I tried using it on Doodlebug white diamond glitter paper. The first snowflake was beautiful and then it froze up on the second one. By the time I got it unfroze, there was something rattling inside and it wouldn't punch all the way through! What a time for this to happen!!! I love the idea of inserting MS branch in between. I have that punch and her snowflake punch which is very nice but small. Oh well...life happens!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | November 22, 2008 at 02:43 PM
I think it's because you're unlikely to see any real snow! LOL! Up here in Canada, you might not be so taken with snowflakes! Yours are the best kind - not cold!
Posted by: Ardyth | November 22, 2008 at 02:09 PM
GORGEOUS! Your stamp is perfect for this too!
Posted by: Toni K | November 22, 2008 at 01:47 PM
Darling, just darling! Nicely done!
Chris
Posted by: Chris Hauck | November 22, 2008 at 01:46 PM
OMGosh girl...this is GORGEOUS!!! By the way, the video of the chicken in his sweater is HILARIOUS!! Love it..you are such a sweetie!!
Posted by: Jessie/knightrone | November 22, 2008 at 01:13 PM
These are so interesting because you don't use normal winter colors. maybe i'll make some using yellow (for yellow snow) and pink for watermelon snow! ho ho ho!
Posted by: Shala | November 22, 2008 at 01:05 PM
This is just gorgeous!! I love using the "faux snow" stuff too!! :) TFS!!
Posted by: Vicki | November 22, 2008 at 12:37 PM
Don't give up that addiction! Those snowflakes are wonderful. I finally have some glitter--already had the punches--so I'm ready to go. Now I just have to find the time. I love the vintage feel of your work. Oh, and Tiny Tim is just hilarious in his jacket.
Posted by: Susan G | November 22, 2008 at 09:57 AM
GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!! I love the antique sparkle! I hope you don't come to an end with these as I love each project you come up with.
What are you using for brown ink? I really like the "coffee" color to it.
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | November 22, 2008 at 09:50 AM
thank goodness, cause i love your snowflake addiction!! i just love what you are doing with them! your warm, distressed look is sooooo me, i just love it soooo much!!! i could just eat these all up! and, my love of starbucks, added to that, i am giddy!
thank you!!!
chelle
Posted by: Chelle | November 22, 2008 at 08:24 AM
More beautiful snow!! Maybe this should be called "Texas snow", rare and a little different! hehe
LOVE your box, someone lucky is going to get this amazing creation! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | November 22, 2008 at 08:08 AM
I recently bought a Martha Stewart punch and tried it out on ivory cardstock - oh my, I loved them - so elegant. I thought I was being a bit daring punching it out in ivory instead of white - huh! Then I see your beautiful brown snowflakes and wow!!! I adore these snowflakes!!! I plan on making some, too. I already had some chunky glitter and some large snowflake dies. I hope it works as well as yours:) TFS
Posted by: Cindy H. | November 22, 2008 at 07:23 AM
Keep the snowflakes coming, I love them!
Posted by: 2stampis2b | November 22, 2008 at 07:06 AM
Love this!!! I am using your box template to make some simple Christmas gifts for my family this year....and I will be uploading them to my blog and gallery sometime this week...Love the easy box template!!! Thanks!
I also lovey your snowflakes!
Posted by: [email protected] | November 22, 2008 at 06:58 AM
Just stumbled upon your blog from google reader rec. and love this box! How fabulous is this new Cosmo line?! I love it too and I've actually been working with the same pattern this morning, making a Christmas card set for my mother. How funny!
Posted by: Jennifer | November 22, 2008 at 06:56 AM
The snowflakes are fabulous and I have been admiring all that you've been posting. I need to go buy a snowflake punch and make some! I imagine them tied on packages, also!
Posted by: Michelle | November 22, 2008 at 06:53 AM
I finally got some chunky glitter and can't wait to make some of these. Keep them coming, they're great!
Posted by: Tami McBeain (tmarie) | November 22, 2008 at 06:16 AM
Yeppppp!...I'm evidently addicted to your crystal snowflakes too because I JUST ordered the diamond glitter off of ebay. Can't wait 'til it gets here!! Awesome tea bag box. What a GREAT idea!
Posted by: denise (peanutbee) | November 22, 2008 at 05:11 AM
You have me hooked. I am using them on everything too. I am in a cookie exchange and used them for a tag, I made some for my friends and also ordered some more tin snowflakes. WOW!! I love them.
Thanks Anna
Posted by: Janine | November 22, 2008 at 04:36 AM
I can see why you love them so they look AWESOME! and your box looks so special too.
I have gone and ordered some of the diamond dust glitter, just hope that it gets here soon..so i can have a bash at your tutorial and hopfully be able to create a gorgeous snowflake...hugs rachxx
Posted by: Rach | November 22, 2008 at 12:09 AM
First, and most importantly Tiny Tim looks every so dashing in your darling little coat! Love this little box with the crystal snowflakes (how can you not be addicted to 'em- you use them so wonderfully)!
Posted by: Beth | November 21, 2008 at 11:40 PM
Nor should you--- We LOVE the crystal snowflakes!! :) I love the little MS branches sticking out too--- So cute and fun!!
Posted by: Tori Wild | November 21, 2008 at 11:14 PM