Friday, March 13, 2009

Wii Night in Birthday Gift





I made this for my brother's 28th birthday. His birthday was a few days ago but I wanted to make sure he received the gift (I mailed it to him) before I posted it here. I learned my lesson about posting his gifts on my blog - at Christmas I posted something I made for him and he left a comment on my post. I had no clue he even looked at my blog. So if you're looking now - Hi Jeff!

I got the template for this from Papertrey Ink. It's one of Lauren Meader's timeless templates. You can find the template here. The template I used is the take along tote. I put a candy bar & a bag of m&m's in the front outside pocket. On the back pocket I put a bag of microwave popcorn. I put a Wii game in the middle of the tote. There is a pocket on the inside and I put a gift card for his favorite pizza delivery place in that pocket. Everything he needs for a "Wii night in"!

12 comments:

  1. AnnetteMarch 13, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Wow - what a great gift!! I love this template, I can't believe all the space there is to hold things! I like the colors you used also, perfect for either a boy or a girl.

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  2. RubyMarch 13, 2009 at 5:48 AM

    What a fab idea, I love it! I love the colours you've used too, it looks really good. I bet your brother was made up with that gift!

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  3. Kathy KMarch 13, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    This is an awesome idea, and is executed so well! I love it!!!

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  4. JenMarch 13, 2009 at 8:04 AM

    I love it! I think those are the best kind of gifts! Will you adopt me? lol

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  5. AnonymousMarch 13, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    I wish I was your brother lol That is a "way cool" gift. Love it! And once again I have to say brilliant Heidi! The colors are fabulous. You added the perfect combo for any guy. chocolate and pizza. Thanks for always sharing such creative projects.

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  6. PattiMarch 13, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Perfect! I love it what a great idea. : ) Happy Birthday Jeff!! : ) heeheehee I remember that reindeer post Heidi - too funny : )

    Patti

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  7. AnonymousMarch 13, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    I'm familiar with Lauren and Papertrey, Inc. but have never tried one of the templates. Love what you did with it.

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  8. Suzanne :O )March 13, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    I love this, especially the stars and the patterned paper you chose. Your brother is one lucky lad! ;)

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  9. JudyMarch 13, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    Very nicely done, Heidi. I bet your brother loved it. I like to give little combo gifts like this. I'll have to try this idea - much more creative than a plain ol' bag. :) TFS!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 14, 2009 at 2:43 AM

    This is amazing Heidi ... right down to the stars! I love it and I think it's adorable that your brother looks at your blog.

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  11. JeffMarch 14, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    Heidi, this is your brother. I was unaware of the whole "package" theme. I immediately ate the m&ms and the chocolate bar. I will have to take a picture of myself playing Wii Ski on the Wii Fit. Thanks for the presents.

    Bro Jeff

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  12. Jennie SkaggsApril 18, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    What a fantastic way to present a gift. From what you have told me your bro enjoys your work very much.

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