The September release has been full of some gorgeous new products and we hope the projects from the team have been beyond inspiring! I've picked out favorites of my own, from each of the design team members, to share with you today! Click the link next to each team member's name to see more details about the project shown here, as well as the rest of her projects from this release! And be sure to read all the way to the bottom of the post…..you won't want to miss out on this month's release in review CONTEST!!!
CLICK HERE to see more from Ashley Cannon Newell.
CLICK HERE to see more from Betsy Veldman.
CLICK HERE to see more from Cristina Kowalczyk.
CLICK HERE to see more from Danielle Flanders.
CLICK HERE to see more from Dawn McVey.
CLICK HERE to see more from Erin Lincoln.
CLICK HERE to see more from Heather Nichols.
CLICK HERE to see more from Jessica Witty.
CLICK HERE to see more from Maile Belles.
CLICK HERE to see more from Melissa Phillips.
Now that you have had a chance to see all of this eye candy, how about a chance to win a gift certificate to purchase some of the amazing goodies used to make them!
$150 PTI Gift Certificate
for you to spend however you choose!
All you have to do to enter to win is to leave a comment answering the question below…
A big congratulations to you Betty Neville! Please be sure to send a note off to Customer Service with the email address that you would like to have your gift certificate sent to. And an even bigger THANK YOU to all of you stopped by to participate in tonight's release! We appreciate you so much and hope you enjoyed yourself!
When it’s Christmas I prepare for the year ahead since I am in the spirit then…sounds maybe stupid..also make things during the year….but have it all ready before Xmas.
i usually don’t start till late… but not this year with revamping my house…. i have already started…! A first! And i hope it continutes but i am so excigted already!
I begin the year thinking I should start now and again mid-year, but I don’t really start making for Christmas until October when things quieten down at work.
Every year I try to create hand-made Christmas tree ornaments as gifts for family & friends. I usually begin preparing those in July or August if I can, so that I have time to spend making Christmas cards in November!
It’s never too early for Christmas!!!! It seems I’m preparing the whole year for the season of magic!!!
I always have new ideas in my head about Christmas!!! But I finally get down to preparing around November… Although every year I promise myself that the following one it will be earlier!!!
I make Christmas cards all year long, but I don’t start on gifts or other projects until October or November!
I LOVE Christmas and the entire holiday season, and I prepare year round. No calendar date keeps me from cranking up the Christmas tunes while I settle in to get crafty for the most wonderful time of the year!
I start in July when QVC has their Christmas in July show. So exciting.
My girlfriends & I have an annual scrapbooking retreat the first weekend of October. That’s when I really crank into high Christmas gear! I spend the entire 4 days making my Christmas cards! If I finish early, I create my gift tags for general gift giving and for the gifts from Santa. My son just started recongizing my handwriting, so the Santa Stationary set will really come in handy this year!
It depends on when the mood strikes me. Started a few already but for big projects in the past I’ve started in July.
It’s pretty much a year ’round process. I always have needlework ornaments in the works and I usually start my cards in the summer. No matter how early I start I still seem to face a time crunch after Halloween when I realize how little time I have left to get everything done.
Christmas shopping usually starts around August as I have many to buy for. I usually start making cards for Christmas about 2 months in advance. However I only usually put up the tree and decorate the house around 10 days in advance as I am usually to busy with Christmas functions and end of year breakups for all our family’s interest groups.
I start Christmas shopping in mid summer. Tree goes up after Thanksgiving. Card making starts in the summer also.
While I will start stamping holiday cards just for fun in October or so, my REAL shopping/preparation doesn’t begin until probably the day after Thanksgiving. I seriously procrastinate when it comes to our holiday cards, too. I like to take a photo of our daughters in December to send, but I have waited until around December 20-21st to do it for the past few years. Some home, I still had most of our cards mailed out and received before Christmas!
I like to start in October. I do a set of10 of the same stamped cards each week. It takes me about 5 weeks to complete my cards. But, when I am done, I have 5 different Christmas cards to send to my family and friends.
I have started today! Unusually early for me as I like to start in November but the Cotswold Crafters have set a challenge to make a Christmas card today!
I have been starting Christmas cards in July for as long as I can remember. I try to start decorations and gifts by September. I try to have anything that seems like/feels like work done before Thanksgiving that way December is protected from stress. I would love to be able to work on Christmas in January as I always come away with tons of inspiration but with the littles it, as yet, hasn’t been possible.
I usually start during the summer. This year my son decided to get married on December 29th so I am swamped with wedding projects and Xmas projects. I may wait until after Xmas to send cards so I can include a wedding family picture.
I begin thinking about it in August and then when the releases come out I choose a design for my cards. I usually start making things in October when I have all the new products!
I’m usually gathering ideals all year long, but I don’t actually get serious until August or September.
Unintentionally, I’m always doing things at the last minute, so I begin them around Thanksgiving, although I’ve bought my supplies much earlier!
I usually leave it until the last minute…so early December!
I usually do all my cards in August, but this year I’m late and still have lots to do – good job there’s so much gorgeous inspiration here to help me!!
i usually start with christmas cards in october sometime – after i’ve made my halloween cards.
I try to start in September, but undoubtedly there are times and projects that are started at the very last minute.
I try to make Christmas cards all year round so I don’t get so swamped during the season.
I start on holiday projects for craft fairs in June or July, but things for my own use don’t usually get underway until December.
I try to start making my handmade Christmas gifts in September, but a lot of times I don’t get to them until November and then I’m scrambling to try to finish them up by Christmas.
Holiday projects start once my kids begin school, so September is usually the time I start thinking about treat baggie toppers, classroom favors, teacher gifts, etc. Making Christmas cards is the biggest undertaking. I used to think starting a few cards in July was ridiculous. Not anymore!!
When its officialy FALL on the calender, just a psychological thing I guess. but I dream of using all the Christmas goodies all year. these new items are really special cant wit to get a hold of them!
I always want to start early, like NOW!! But it is very variable, this year my sister is getting married in October, so Christmas prep will have to wait a bit.
I begin thinking about them in September, and will begin making my cards in November. I hope to have them finished up by December 1st.
I think about things for ages, but don’t usually start them till last minute, so december is usually a mad rush for me
I usually start in early December – but with this stamp release, it may be a little earlier this year.
Usually around October is when I get started with cards and tags, but I’m thinking about them throughout the year.
I usually start in the summer when my mom comes to stay with our family for a few weeks. We make her Christmas cards and sometimes get started on mine.
I’m a procrastinater, so about 2 weeks before Christmas I start making my cards. But I buy supplies throughout the year. So sometimes the cards get mailed out a day or two before Christmas. My husband sometimes gets annoyed with this…so maybe this year I’ll start sooner on my Christmas cards or maybe not.
Some years I’ve started way too late but, this year this girl is starting early…NOW! I want to make many of the gifts I give this year. I love when Christmas products are being released. All the DT’s beautiful projects are great inspiration to get going!
This year, I started making Christmas items in August in preparation for a holiday bazaar which takes place in November. I look forward to receiving my September release products so I can add so many more cute items to my inventory!
My family & I will start planning around 2 weeks before Christmas, on menu and decor and activities. It’s usually an entire family affair for us and we will gather at either one of my sister’s or my parent’s place for the occasion.
Christmas shopping and cards will start around then as well or just slightly before.
This release is just awesome as always! Really inspired by all the projects featured.
I usually start in July.
I always start late – November! This I am going to start earlier though – I don’t do my own Chrismas cards but I do make lots of Christmas gifts for family, teachers, etc.
I usually begin thinking about my Christmas papercrafting and sewing projects in September when PTI comes out with their holiday line – that usually reminds me that Christmas is just around the corner. Sometimes they don’t actually get started until late October when it’s cooler outside.
Because of Operation Write Home,I begin Christmas cards in August and must finish by late October. I begin family holiday cards/decorations in November. Papertrey allows me to make exquisite items — in terms of inspiration as well as product.
I tend to be a procrastinator, so I generally leave things until the last minute and then I work like crazy. I probably give myself two weeks before Christmas to really get going on the preparations.
Not soon enough! I collect ideas all year round but don’t start actually making anything until the fall when a lot of the new holiday products are released. Can’t wait to incorporate the new PTI release. So many cute things.
I try very hard to be organized and ready early…I really do.
I try to keep the expense down as I think that the days of big expensive gifts are over.I do shop all year and get those special things for loved ones when I see them.I try then to make lots of gifts for special people who appreciate the love that goes into them.
Merry Christmas!
We go on vacation every Thanksgiving and I just can’t get in the Christmas spirit while we’re basking on the beach in Jamaica! So I usually wait until after we get home and then realize how little time I have and work overtime to get it all done!
I start in October. I make ‘cards for soldiers’ and I spend all October making cards for them. In novemberbi work on my ‘gift cards.’. These are then on holiday cards that I box up in sers of 10 to give as gifts. Then I am scrambling in December to make my Christmas cards to send to family and friends.
I do my “B List” Christmas cards in the summer. For the dozen “A List” cards, for very special family and friends, I do those in the autumn. I find it easier to have the bulk done early and then work backwards to Thanksgiving and Halloween….since I don’t send as many of those cards.
I sometimes make a few cards in the summer for Christmas, but major preparations usually start in October.
I never start Christmas items as early as I should. I do have one Christmas made this year though and lots of plans for other holidays gifts! Hope the holidays don’t sneak up on me this year!
I always have good intentions to start in September, but usually I get started the beginning of November.
I usually wait until November but recently I went back to work full-time so I’ve started making a few Holiday cards here and there to enjoy a more relaxed holiday season. I’m always searching for new ideas for co-worker gifts and of course new recipes to try!
I will start my Christmas cards right after Halloween sometimes becuse i still have thanksgiving project to do with my daughters class.preparing for that takes some time….
I started in August this year! We went to Las Vegas and I don’t gamble, so for me, it was a trip to relax, and regroup while my darling boys were at Grandma’s. Now am I prepared for Halloween? No, but I have Christmas cards!!!
Im a late one (“,) everything last minute, then, panic, panic … LOL 🙂 love all the projects and thoroughly enjoyed joining in all week and seeing all the new releases and inspiration from the ladies 🙂 thanks a million for a chance to win ♥
All year long. Sometimes it’s a little hard to get in the mood, but if I don’t start early, then I can’t get all the home made aspects of Christmas accomplished. Down side: Sometimes the cookies are stale.;)
I usually think I will start now, don’t get started until Thanksgiving, and plum run out of time to do everything I intended. I should start NOW – Nov and Dec are my busiest time of year at work. It would feel great to get on top of it for once. Its a nice brisk day day today and kind of perfect for getting started….too bad I don’t already have everything I intend to purchase this evening. : )
In all honesty, I never start until about a week before Christmas! Terrible I know! Every year I as good intentions, but t just never happens. With summer, end if school year & birthdays – December s our MAD month!! Maybe this year I’ll be better organised!
I’m a late minute lucy, and start about a week before Christmas!
I would love to tell you that I start in January and work on them all year but I usually start after Labor Day when it cools down. Most get done before Thanksgiving but some on Christmas eve!
There are so many Christmas releases and challenges “early” in the fall that I start making my cards beginning now and continuing up to the beginning of December.
I usually start getting the feeling around the 4th of July, this year though I’m making all homemade gifts so I started early at the beginning of June!
The last few years I have started my holiday projects and cards in July. I am a teacher, so the fall season is quite busy. By starting in the summer, I have crafting time, and I have less stress by having cards made ahead of time.
I start my cards in October which usually means I tend to make too many so family gets multiple christmas cards in the mail.
I love Christmas, so it’s pretty much a year-round thing for me. When I come up with gift ideas, such as jewelry, jams, etc. they get made when the mood strikes!
I usually start my Christmas cards in Jan because the weather outside is still to icky to be out long. It keeps the Christmas season going a little longer for me!
I always start thinking about it nice and early, and plan to get creative about now. But it is usually November before I really make a start…I work best to a deadline! lol.
Whenever the mood strikes! I like to make 8 to 12 of the same designs & Christmas cards are perfect for this. I made half of the cards for my grandma to send back in April or May
Right after Thanksgiving. As soon as I’m home from the Friday sales, I start pulling out my holiday craft supplies.
In early October when my husband leaves on his two week hunting trip, I start!holiday projects. I have uninterrupted time to do my own thing then. When we were first married I would pine away for him; but have learned to embrace this time as “me” time and make better use of it 😉
I usually work on Christmas projects when I get inspired by seeing something else – no matter what time of year it is. This way I’m not scrambling at the last minute. However, I begin to decorate my home on December 1st to get in the spirit of the season.
I’m a last minute person, so it’s generally in November when I’m crazed!
Christmas is my favourite time of the year so I believe you can never start to early.
This year I started having a Christmas crafting day on every Thursday leading all the way into December , so far I have made 50 Christmas cards and made 4 Christmas stockings !
Since I don’t make my Christmas cards (gasp!) I use November and December for those Christmas projects and have plenty of time to get them done.
I hate to say it but I usually wait to the last minute, I have lots of ideas, but get busy and cram it in at the last minute it’s still fun though thanks for a chance to win!
I start holiday craft projects early, September and October. The Christmas decorating begins after Thanksgiving.
In the past I usually would do them one weekend in November because I was always so busy …but I am a SAHM now so I will have a much earlier start this year lol! Or at least that’s my plan now that I’m so inspired by ya’ll!!! 🙂
I’m generally planning Christmas all year long and trying to put away a few gifts here and there. Once Fall hits I go into high gear with making gifts and cards as I have time. I plan for Christmas cookie baking well in advance and purchase the supplies in advance. Baking happens over a weekend about a week before Christmas. I look forward to that all year long.
I usually prepare all my Christmas cards and ornaments starting in November. I can really get into the Christmas spirit when I know that Christmas isn’t too far away. I need a deadline and when everything else in the year seems to be coming to a close, it helps to have this to look forward to.
I usually start around thanksgiving
Wow! Fabulous release this month! So much I’d like to get my hands on. I usually start my Christmas cards in August…which means I’m behind this year. Thanks for the chance!
I usually start holiday projects now, otherwise they do not get done.
I usually begin in September when the kids go back to school and I have more free time!!! But, halloween crafts need their time too! It’s a balance
I usually start after Thanksgiving but I don’t do a lot. I am a big baker at the holidays and I spend more time doing that. I make cards for my immediate family members and everyone else gets a store bought card that I will tweak a little :0)
I don’t have a set time of the year when I begin Christmas projects. It’s more when an idea pops into my head or I see a project that I like, then I begin. It could be any time during the year. The inspiration that I get from all of you is tremendous. Thanks!
Oh, I’ve been working on cross-stitching family stocking since 1999! I’m down to the last one and I am determined to finish it this year – my 5 year old is counting on me!
I’m a procrastinator! 🙂 Sometimes I will start cards when I order new stamps because I’m so excited to play with them. But for the most part, I wait until after Thanksgiving to begin any Christmas preparation.
My name is Jen and I’m a procrastinator (crowd says “Welcome Jen!) I am pleased to say that I’ve already been working on Christmas projects – the earliest ever! Usually I wait until after Thanksgiving…so I’m feeling like my 12 step program is working!!!
Normally I start in October, but this year I have so much to do I started in July! I have all of my Halloween and Thanksgiving projects completed and about half of my Christmas ones done. It will be nice to relax a little more in December without having to stress myself out up to the last minute!
I always intend to start early but don’t really do so until November and then I’m rushed. Someday I’ll change that but maybe that’s part of the excitement:-)
Since I discovered card making and Papertrey Ink, I dare not start holiday projects until the September release! I always need something new to spark my holiday mojo. 🙂
Hello my name is Helen, and I am a BIG-TIME procrastinator!
I make the same New Year’s resolution every year to get started on my Christmas shopping, card making and decorating projects earlier than Thanksgiving.
Thanks for the inspiration to be ‘thinking’ earlier this year! 😉
I usually start thinking Christmas at the beginning of October. It allows me plenty of time to get cards made and gifts ready to go.
I usually start in early fall. This year I’m going to try making glitter ornaments that I found on Pinterest.
Always have good intenetions and loads of ideas to start early but never get there until the last minute!!! :((
And here i thought i had enough Christmas/Holiday crafting supplies! This release blew me away, so many fun new products. I prepare year round for Christmas getting ideas and squirreling away things to use. Usually around October start to put it all together.
I usually start making Christmas cards sometime in July. This year I decided to make gifts. (I think I got too ambitious)I have how many months?!
I usually start christmas projects in September/October, but I don’t start making cards until November.
I’m sad to say that I am a last minute gal. I promise myself each year that I will begin earlier next year, but sadly it just doesn’t happen.
I always have good intentions of starting nice and early but it doesn’t usually come to fruition. The year, however, I am already in planning mode and am going to start my crafting in the next week or so.
I usually get a late start, sometimes I don’t get serious until December.
The thinking process kicks in right around Labor Day weekend, but the creative process kicks in after Halloween and goes until Christmas! 🙂
I usually start at the beginning of November- just can’t seem to get into the holiday mood until then.
I start thinking about my concepts in July and August.I try to start in late October early November so that I can get them out around the first week in December. Well that’s the plan…
I like to take a holiday card class. They inspire me.
I start preparing for Christmas thenday after, trying to snag presents and supplies while it is on sale 🙂
Usually I make cards in October. Last year my daughter left her cards until December which was crazily busy so she will be making them in October half term this year! Tags are made in January from Christmas cards sent to us.
I usually prepare a game plan starting now but then I lose the game plan and start rushing around like a mad woman first part of December to get it all done!
I think about projects all year, but usually don’t start until Thanksgiving. I have been known to make a gift for a family member on Christmas morning!
For whatever reason I never get started until December. Thanks for the chance to win!
All year I think about people and finding the perfect gift with hopes of making it easier than waiting till the last minute. Cardmaking varies but the BIG push hits in November (aiming for earlier this year). Love to put up our tree and decorations early December so we can enjoy the season. Once December hits we’re always busy with fun, social events so the month is over before we know it.
I am always unfashionably late at starting Christmas cards and projects! Every year I say I will start early for the next Christmas…but then it still gets to December before I actually get down to it. At least this year I have already thought about it and we are only in September 🙂
I begin in July. I live in the midwest where the temperatures soar and I escape to my craft room and think of cooler things. I totally get why people say Christmas in July. I end up making more tags and cards than I need, but there is always next year or so we hope.
I start in October and try to have it done before December first because we have lots of December birthdays including my own. I really like to be able to enjoy the month of December.
Black Friday! 🙂
I usually start thinking about my Christmas cards in August and actually start to work on them in November, after my fall cards get made and all the mess cleaned up! I have quite a few busy hours working on my cards…one of my favorite things to do!
I start in January. I like to make them throughout the year so I don’t feel rushed. Also, there are so many great ideas that are fresh in my mind.
For shopping its all year long. If I see that perfect gift for someone I grab it. But I start decorating and gearing up for dessert ideas and gift wrap purchases in Nov.
I buy gifts all year, as I find them. Crafty projects don’t really start until November, with a frantic flurry of crafting in mid-December!
I usually put my Christmas cards together while we’re on vacation. I do one design each year so I have all of the parts cut out before we leave and I just need to color and assemble them. It’s fun to work on them while the kids are in bed after a day at the beach when there isn’t any pressure because it’s July. I start to work on other Christmas things when the kids go back to school and we make an ornament with the kids in November or December.
I might make the odd card when I see a Christmasy inspiration on a blog. Otherwise it is all very last minute!
I generally start making my Christmas cards in October! I finish Halloween and then move to Christmas….thanks for the opportunity to win!
I make cards all year long so I don’t feel overwhelmed. I don’t make too many gifts so those get started in October.
I always have new ideas in my head about Christmas!mand tell myself i will create Christmas cards in July but that hasnt happened yet! I typically get down to preparing around November… Although every year I promise myself that the following one it will be earlier!!!
I usually don’t start until November, but I must confess that this week, you and the DT, Nichole, have really gotten me in the mood to start earlier…. 😉
As soon as papertrey releases sets like these to inspire me 🙂 thanks for the motivation to get started!!
I usually try to start my Christmas cards in the fall…keyword “try” and it’s so nice to hear all the great comments after everyone receives my cards.
Wow, well this is just my 2nd year into crafting, and I guess I’ve kind of already started this year! I’ve made a few cards that and some tags, and I do have some other things planned. However, I think I’m just going to make notes and wait until Thanksgiving because I don’t like rushing Christmas, it’s my favorite time of the year!
During the summer. Christmas in July works for me.
I usually start thinking about it in October, but sometimes I don’t get started until November! With family spending the holidays with us this year, I definitely need to get started much earlier.
I usually get into the Christmas spirit sometime around Thanksgiving. There’s just something about the smells of cinnamon and the turkey roasting and the hustle and bustle of being around family that gets me in the mood for Christmas. I love planning the things I’m going to cook/bake and what gifts I’m going make or buy and how I’m going to wrap them up. Ahhhhhhhhh………..
Usually after I purchase my first Christmas stamp set for the season- which is after PTI comes out with their first Christmas release!
The day I put Christmas away, the planning for next Cristmas begins. how many trees will I put up, what cabinetry will get garland, how many of the doorways lighted?
Years ago my husband built me a “Christmas” room which seemed to get smaller through the years. So the planning begins as I put away. I have learned it’s much easier to put up if it’ s easy to find!
I usually start in October because I have to ship everything.
Around end of October….I wish I could do it earlier though!
Love your release this month 🙂
I’m usually a last minute person. I work best under a deadline. If I start too early I shop too much for me, lol.
I usually have good intension of starting early each year. I would like to start now and surprise myself and others by being ahead of the game. Your website is wonderful and has given me many ideas. Love the beads and christmas card ideas.
I hope to have my cards done by October. I made a lot of gift tags already and about 6 cards. I have a long way to go!
I don’t usually start my holiday preparations (including cards) until early December.
Typically I procrastinate in creating my Christmas cards and start in late November/early December. But this year I have started early!!! I have already begun my cards. Sometimes I even put on Christmas music while I create to get me “in the mood”! LOL! 🙂
I started in May this year, to prepare for my fall craft fairs. I made over 40 packs of cards and it felt great having that much accomplished so early! (I’m sure I won’t sell everything, and whatever’s leftover I will give to my mom or use myself!)
All year round…the moment I see something that remotely reminds me of Christmas, I make a note of it and translate it how best I can use it…be it a recipe, decoration, gift or paper craft. I’m obsessed with Christmas!
I will admit that I have great intentions to start early, but it always seems to me that I do my best work when I am running out of time and have a quickly approaching deadline! For me, I may start in October, but I don’t finish until the weeks before Christmas.
It depends on how crazy life is otherwise… Usually in October or November is when I start getting the holiday spirit!
When I see the PTI Christmas stuff released – then I know the season is upon me and I need to start getting my ideas together.
I usually start making tags in October. I usually get a picture for our x-mas card in October too-love all the fall colors.
That’s an easy one I normally start mid summer like July. I’ve already been making Christmas cards for the past 2 months. I need an early start. I loved everything this month.
I usually don’t start until the first of November. I love to do hand made gifts for friends and usually have my ideas and supplies ready by then. I decorate my house Thanksgiving weekend, turn on the Christmas music and start my cards. I LOVE the Christmas season.
I holiday shop throughout the entire year. I usually use the summertime to create my Christmas cards because I actually want to enjoy the holidays. But this year I fell behind so I’m going to have to work like a mad woman to be finished before Thanksgiving!
I do throughout the year. When ever I see some cute paper or box that would make a great gift packing I make it up and then store it in a box so when I need it I can just reach in and grab one.
I usually do a few projects throughout the year but I don’t get really started until after Thanksgiving. I know I should start earlier, but it drives me bananas when stores start putting Christmas stuff out BEFORE Halloween! 😉 I love Halloween, and Thanksgiving, so why do we skip over those sometimes, stores? Huh? 😉
Lauren
I make several cards throughout the year, but if I’m sewing something for people I need to start fairly early, like summertime, to get it done in time.
I “try” to start doing Christmas stuff in October… doesn’t always happen though, lol! Although, I’ve made a pretty good start this year. The kids’ Advent Calendar is just about done, yay!
lol, I start right after Christmas when I buy wraps and decorations and baby things on sale. Then I start again in September when magazines and catalogs show up with Christmas things in them- it is so much fun to dream and plan…
I always have good intentions of starting early in October, but I am usually scrambling around Thanksgiving to get my Christmas cards made. I think I should start right now with all of these wonderful products and ideas! The creative juices are flowing!!
I seriously work on holiday projects all year long… I try to stock up on after Christmas sales as much as possible and the feverish crafting usually is from June through December. Thanks so much for the chance to win! This was a fabulous release!
I start long projects now, but really kick into gear as soon as Halloween is over.
I have good intention–but it usually never happens until the last minute!!!!! At least I’m thinking about it!!!!!!!
I start planning my Christmas card in my head in August. If I can come up with something I’m happy with, I’ll make a prototype. If the card is very involved I will start right away. Probably I will start simpler cards in October or November.
so in love with your product 🙂
I start making cards and Christmas shopping in October and try to have that completed by November. The decorations go up the day after Thanksgiving and after that the tradition of making whoopie pies, peanut brittle, and other goodies. Love the holidays!
I usually start as soon as I start seeing the Christmas projects and products coming out on blogs like this. It instantly inspires me and I start as early as possible since I’m slower than most at it!
I usually “try” to start Christmas stuff in October… doesn’t always happen though, lol! Although I think I’ve made a good start this year. The kids’ Advent Calendar is just about done, yay!
If I am making mosaics or stained glass gifts, I have to do those outside because of the flying glass chips, so I can only do it in Spring or Fall when the weather is comfortable. Christmas cards are one thing I tend to leave until the last minute for no good reason, and I usually make about 60, so I really hold start those sooner…
I usually start thinking about it in June, when I fire up the holiday music for a while… 🙂 But, I don’t actually start the crafty gifts/card until November.
Luvs,
Annie Rose
I start Christmas shopping in January! 🙂 When it comes to Christmas projects I usually start sometime around November.
I don’t usually start until December….I’ve got to be in the midst of the holiday season to get in the mood. Seems like it is part of what makes the holiday.
Every year I say I will start sooner, but I usually don’t start until two weeks before Christmas! BUT I think this year will be the year I start in October.
Every year I resolve to make at least 5 Christmas cards each week….by the end of March I give up, with between 20 & 30 cards made, usually….then in late August, early September I realize that I need to get another hundred cards made…and I get motivated. This year, seeing the great projects shown for the September release has made me start cutting cardstock & paper so they’ll be ready to go as soon as my order comes!
Oh goodness! I think this varies for me year to year. With 2 little ones, I kind of plan my stuff based on the free time I have. I think for me it’s usually the day after Thanksgiving when I get myself in “Christmas/Holiday Mode”.
Usually now with all the papertrey inspiration! I start making card sets for teachers and friends for Christmas.
I try to begin during the summer so that I am not rushed.
I have already began!
I usually start around October 1st. Many ideas really start appearing around this time and give me tons of inspiration!
right around now between halloween and thanksgiving
I start the Christmas projects right around the same time I start the Christmas CD’s…so mid-October? 🙂
Christmas preparation usually starts after Halloween, when the malls put Christmas stuff on shelf for my shopping!
I am a horribly last minute, work under pressure person, so if I’m really on top of things, after Halloween?
I usually start in September as my new holiday stamping goodies start rolling in. I start my shopping early too… less pressure in the end 🙂
I start around September. Summer is over, fall is in the air, and the time just seems right.
It really depends on what is happening in our lives. Normally around the end of September otherwise.
Usually I start in November. Yep a bit late but that’s how I roll. This year I am knitting a bit and started earlier. Just a couple if weeks ago but I have lots to do to finish.
I procrastinate until at least October and the papertrey designers have inspired me.
I start planning and sometimes immediately start crafting Christmas projects (cards and decor) in September. Thank you for the chance to win!
For cards, pretty much all year 🙂 They are my favorite kind to make. For other projects, usually around September.
Love all the fun products this month!!
I usually am a last minute person, but might have to plan a little early this year. I love this time of the year!
I try to start my Christmas cards in August.
Kasha
Unfortunately, I’m an under pressure person. Decorate early, scramble to finish cards. It is what it is.
I have my eye out for Christmas projects all year but usually don’t start anything until October and many times find myself working up until the last minute!!
I hate to admit it, but I usually start preparing Christmas projects a few weeks before the holiday. I am really good at waiting until the last minute! It just seems like that with Halloween and Thanksgiving so close to Christmas, I don’t get a chance to get started until a few weeks before! I know, I know, it is just an excuse!!!!!
I wish I could start a lot sooner. I ususally wait too late and then I’m in trouble!!
I usually start any needlework projects in January. My Christmas cards are usually August/September.
Well I always plan to start in September but it just depends on what I find to inspire me:)
I plan on starting just as soon as my PTI order that I will place tonight gets to my front door! LOL
I start thinking about Christmas in September…Go shopping for my materials through October, But only get round to preparing late November! and with a new bub this year, I am really hoping I get to start a bit earlier so that I can fit some good crafting in!
I usually start thinking about the holidays in August. Then I try to set one or wo days aside every month to work on projects, when November rolls around I am working in high gear to get it all done by December 1st so I can enjoy the month.
What a great release!! I usually start in October but start thinking about it in September.
Right now. I usually start my cards in August and September with a goal to be done by Thanksgiving. Then I have all of December to have time to do fun Christmas-related things.
I start right around the beginning of October. I do a little bit in July, then get really excited once the Christmas releases start!! Mass producing isn’t my favorite, I like to make lots of different cards so an earlier start is best. Though I’m usually work right up to the last minute 🙂
I usually start in early November. I like to enjoy the season and enjoy my making things and baking and decorating!
I’m a procrastinator. I usually mean to start in October, but I always end up preparing in November and actually making stuff right after thanksgiving!
I try to start in the summer–TRY:-)
Each year I say I will get started earlier, but each year I typically wait until after Thanksgiving.
About November, then I decide on a few simple but effective stamped designs. That’s the plan anyway!
Penny H
Ohhh, I always try to start on October…but usually leave it until the last minute! 🙁 Probably, I’m starting during the Thanksgiving weekend 🙂
I start putting up holiday decorations the day after Thanksgiving, but as for cards and creative things I like to start around September-October. It’s a nice break from other cards because I have so many to prepare. I like to space them out!
I’ve already started :O) Since I make many of my presents, I must start early; this year it’s soap from scratch and hand-knit wash clothes :O)
haha…last minute? I’m so terrible at my Christmas cards! I usually start early & get an idea & make a few, and then have to mass produce last minute!!
I don’t have a set time. I think I won’t do anything and then as the holiday gets closer, I see stuff that looks so cute I think I have to try it. So I’m usually down to the wire. Though for Halloween this year, my cards are done and addressed. Hopefully, I’ll be able to find them again to actually mail them.
My friend and I have already made some pretty ornaments and really cute snowmen tags/embellishments! I’ll be ready to start making Christmas cards soon!
I normally get started sometime in October, and try to finish by Thanksgiving.
I usually wait untill november to even start thinking about Christmas:)
Not soon enough!! My mind says I can make and sew some things, but in real life it can’t all get done!! I keep trying though!!
I usually start right after xmas for the next year. I wind up seeing all these great ideas during the season when I am way to busy with general life
Since I am a procrastinator…I would say a few weeks before. I always have good intentions of doing it earlier but never works out!
Unfortunately I never start as early as I want to. I usually start after Thanksgiving and it is never enough time–maybe this year will be different.
I always have grand plans of having all my Christmas projects/handmade gifts finished and ready to go by the first of December so that I can just relax and enjoy the season. In reality though, I don’t usually start until November and then I either don’t have time to accomplish everything or I am working right up to the last minute!
Throughout the year I gather ideas and supplies in anticipation of making holiday cards! The actual holiday greetings are usually last minute!
I work on cards every month of the year. I begin other projects whenever the feeling strikes. I love Christmas, so it’s fun to crank up the Christmas music and craft, whether it’s February or November.
I usually start getting ‘serious’ around the middle of October.
I start planning what I want to do in September/October and get all my supplies ready but usually don’t really get on the ball until late November/early December. One of these days I’ll have it all done before Thanksgiving and it will feel so great! 🙂
I always have good intentions to begin early but usually doesn’t happen. Usually around the week of Thanksgiving.
Wish I could tell you differently, but I’m always a last
minute fly by the seat of my pants kind of girl!
November. I like having snow on the ground when I am Christmas crafting. Thank you for another great release.
Usually its not until Nov. or Dec., but this year I was WAY ahead of the game and have been working on Christmas cards every month!
I usually don’t start until after Thanksgiving, but I have actually already started my Christmas cards for this year!
I try to start in October but usually end up scurrying at the last minute!
I usually start brainstorming ideas in Aug/Sept and then actually put them into practice after Thanksgiving.
I usually start in November. Just want it to feel more like the holidays are closer. I havestarted in July one year. Then I wanted to do more inNov and Dec.
I don’t usually start until November. I just can’t ever seem to be able to think about Christmas until after Halloween.
I usually start “seriously” at the beginning of October. I did make about a dozen cards of one design this past spring but I have over a 100 more to go. And many other projects to complete.
I usually start in October, but this year I will start when I receive all my new papertrey ink holiday stamps and dies!!! Can’t wait to get them!!
First I have to say.. what a FABULOUS release.. then to answer the question (gulp…) would LOVE to say.. OH I start in Oct.. but um… well I may buy a few things early to start.. I usually REALLY get rolling in Dec.. (good thing huh! 😉 ) Another GREAT release!! Cant wait to shop!!!! Have a GREAT day!!!
I start making cards around September or October because I make quite a few. I work on other Christmas projects after Halloween.
I start Christmas projects in October as soon as I finish preschool and Girl Scout Halloween projects.
It varies. I think about Christmas throughout the year, and often gather some supplies early. Simetimes I even get an early start. Somehow, though I always seem to add at least one last minute project!
I usually start in the middle of October…but start earlier looking for inspiration! All these projects are amazing!
This year, a group of friends and I have been working on our projects all year long! We started a project called the 12 Kits of Christmas, and each month one person preps and mails a supply kit for each member in the group. On the last day of the month, we share our projects on our blogs so we can see what everyone else has made using the same supplies. This has allowed us to try a wide variety of products, get a head start on our card making and to stay in the Christmas spirit all year. 🙂
I usually start after Halloween. With all the awesome PTI Halloween goodies – those start first and then I can focus on the magic of the season.
Every year is different for me, but this year is going to be late. We will be traveling to China in November to adopt our daughter and I know I won’t even be able to think of Christmas until after we get her home.
I am always on the look out for christmas card inspiration but usually start making them in november I have made my cards for a few years now and when i think oh i will just buy them this year I just can’t do it, everyone that knows me would say What you didn’t make your cards this year!!!!
I am totally a last minute down to the wire crafter! With all the goodies that I make for the kids teachers and working full time AND volunteering at their schools, my crafting time is limited. I do want to make homemade tags this year so crafting will be more of a priority.
Linda
I usually start thinking of my holiday projects in July when people have Christmas in July. I start working on projects right after that time, getting stalled out a couple times in between. It is the most wonderous time of the year after all.
I create projects all year long and keep friends and family in mind as I create and save them for the holidays. Then I can take my time wrapping them in a fun way and not feel stressed. I am one who actually loves to wrap gifts. Ü
November is when I usually begin; however, I have already started this year due to the wonderful releases you had last year!
Way too late!! I have good intentions of starting early every year, but I never seem to get going until at least November. Maybe this will be the year…
I would love to do it earlier, but usually I begin just after Thanksgiving.
I’ve tried starting in summer, but just doesn’t feel quite festive enough when you are all hot . So when the rains and cooler weather arrives I’m ready to pull out the red and green. I have to secretly play Christmas carols until after Thanksgiving though or there is a family mutiny.
I usually try to get my cards out the Monday right after Thanksgiving and my sewing projects are usually always in a state of not being finished in time!!!
Does mentally count. I am always coming up with ideas in my head at random times and write them down through the year. For crafty goodies after Halloween but not hard core until Black Friday because I DO NOT get involved with that crazy day!!!
I already have ideas but if life gets in the way — as it usually does — it will be December before I put my plans into motion!
I usually begin thinking about my holiday cards/projects about now. However, implementation……. that’s another story. I try and figure out when I’ll have all of my children at home at one time, and in a good mood too, for a photo session (always a photo card!). And then there’s always the last minute tag making, which I am really going to try and get done WAY ahead of time this year!
I start buying presents in August, card making in October and decorating in November.
I always dream of starting now but it’s usually November that I start working on holiday projects. Love this month’s releases!
I usually do Christmas cards whenever I feel like it all during the year but I really start cranking them out in August. With the winter holidays I get really busy with the kids and grandkids and the time will go by so quickly. I have learned that I need to do it really early because I don’t like to get stressed making stacks of cards.
I ussally start some projects in September. i have a niece who lives in New Zealand and her daughter has a birthday in November. So I get their Birthday/ Christmas packages together early so I can send everything together. That gives me push to continue on with more projects.
I don’t start on gifts until Thanksgiving! However, I make Christmas cards all year long!!
Sadly, I usually start Christmas projects at the beginning of December, but I don’t get too many done. Both of my girls have December birthdays so we focus our attention on that instead.
I wish I could say I start early like most crafters, but I don’t usually begin my holiday projects until November.
Every year I wish that I started earlier….but usually end up starting after Thanksgiving! I like decorating with handmade items for each holiday and after we have our annual Halloween party and then family for Thanksgiving, it’s time to think about Christmas! Ho Ho Ho!
I usually start my holiday cards in October, I am already working on it and I am glad I started early!
Well, I have 7 birthdays in Oct. plus halloween cards…3 birthdays in Nov. Need less to say I start my Christmas cards too late! I’m always going to do a few Christmas things every month, but it never gets done. I’d better get busy!
I don’t really have a set time scheduled to start my holiday crafting, but I would guess to say I generally start after Halloween, or when I get me Papertrey holiday stamps in the mail…I really start buckleing down around thanksgiving!
I like to start around October. Thanks for all the fun inspiration this week! 😉
I am generally a last minute crafter. I don’t start on Christmas projects until after Thanksgiving has passed.
I love fall so I usually start after Halloween.
I typically only make Christmas cards and a few tags. I make my cards all year round.
I have already started my holiday card making. I make cards and sell them to my co-workers, make them for my mother-in-law and my family. I usually make around 100-125 in all, and that takes time so I start early. Still trying to deceide which new holiday set to purchase for my cards this year…. the choices.
I start thinking about the holidays in September after the kids go back to school. Only now I have no more kids going back to school because they have all graduated. I guess I better get started!
I usually start in November but sometimes life gets in the way and it may be December before I start.
Because I adore autumn; visits to the pumpkin patch, Halloween costumes, etc. I usually don’t start thinking about Christmas projects until after Halloween.
I usually start in October after Halloween & Thanksgiving cards are done! Great inspiration and love all the new products!
When the weather starts to turn, I start thinking about the holidays in earnest but I have been gathering inspiration all year long. Unfortunately, there is always something that I wish I would have done when the holidays quickly appear!
Usually pretty last minute! So far this year I’ve made 1 Christmas card!!
I love Christmas and usually start thinking about it in July when it is too hot to be outside. I make at least one Christmas ornament every year for our tree.
I start decorating the house and put the tree up right after Thanksgiving.
Tanya
I usually start in the summer. I already have my Christmas cards done. I’ve already been working on handmade Christmas gifts. I like to have all my handmade gifts, tags, cards, etc… done before December so I can enjoy the holiday without the pressure and anxiety.
I have tried to be on the ball, but I just can’t get in the right frame of mind unless it is after Thanksgiving.
I LOVE making Christmas cards, so I am always eager to start in the FAll…I just need to have the perfect card idea and I am off creating 🙂 Seeing this release I know what I want to do…THANKS!!
I usually make a few in July for Christmas in July challenges/ideas, but the bulk of them — honestly — end up being done in late November/early December and on into mid-December, sadly! If I already had all your GORGEOUS products, I’d be starting NOW!
A few years ago, I had my Christmas cards done in January! Boy was I on the ball. Usually I make my cards in October, when the weather starts cooing down and it feels more holidayish.
I have already started shopping and have cards and projects sketched out ready to start
I start way too late each year… Around Thanksgiving… But this year, I have been gathering ideas, supplies, and gifts since the summer and hope to be done by Thanksgiving (one can hope!!!)
Christmas shopping is usually a year round thing – when I see something I think would be a perfect gift I buy it then and there. And it looks like my Christmas card will be started the minute my Papertrey order arrives!
it’s always been my intention to start holiday projects in August but somehow it just doesn’t seem right with the sunshine and high humidity levels in the area that i live! Christmas cards are always made in November when the air is crisp and I am truly in the holiday spirit!
Way, way too late. Usually not until the first of December. Every year I tell myself I am going to start sooner, but never do. Maybe this year will be the year since I have recently retired and love all the products in this months release. The inspiration is there. Now I just have to settle down and start creating.
This year, I am in a Christmas crafting group, so we have been working all year round. Normally, I only make a few things, and I do it in December. Since I really don’t need as much as I made this year, I will just donate the cards. I make for the fun of it.
Usually I wait until November, but this year I have a head start and actually started last month!
I’ve been known to start prepping in January, but most stuff gets done starting in September. Y’all have outdone yourselves this release. . .such great projects 😀
A couple of months prior to each holyday I start browsing ideas, expecially when I wanna do small handmade gifts that go with the cards, that usually takes more time than the cards themselves 🙂
WAY to late!!!! But every year I vow to start a earlier… Last year I finally handed out handmade teacher gifts and tags like I had envisioned. Progress.
I’m always “thinking” about what I want in the fall, but my rule of thumb has always been…no Christmas until after Thanksgiving. I want to savor each holiday to the fullest and I can’t do that 100% if I’m thinking about the next holiday before the present one is over. With our anniversary and two of the kids birthdays in December, December is always a busy and crazy time.
I tend to make a handful of Christmas cards and other items throughout the year as I get the urge, but I still always have that late-November panic when I realize that I don’t have nearly enough and then go on a card-making binge to get them all finished in time. Somehow it always works out.
I have wisps of thoughts about holiday cards from July on, but, as the queen of procrastination, it’s usually the 2 weeks before Christmas that I actually get anything done.
Every year I think I’m going to start early and get a jump on things, but I usually end up doing everything in December!
Papertrey has helped me to get some things done earlier, but it always seems like I am still not ready. I do manage to have cards left over from last year and have done somemore this year. My New Year’s resolution this year will be to start earlier.
As much as I would like to start now, I don’t usually start my projects until the beginning of December! 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win!
Every Year I think I’ll get a jump on it and then at the last minute I am scrambling! Just seeing all of your stuff has inspired me!
I have started now, in Sept. I have a few sets of cards for work friends and some homemade vanilla doing it’s thing in my pantry that I might give.
I always start projects and cards after Thanksgiving. It really puts me in the holiday spirit, christmas music, candles burning, glass of wine, crafting….can’t wait!
Usually I wait until around Philip’s Fast (November 15th). I feel its a good time to start getting ready for Christmas, both spiritually and crafting wise 😉
i am a procastinator and I don’t start my christmas shopping till a couple of weeks before. i seem to forget what i have if i start earlier than that and ended up buying more than normal.
I usually begin in October and keep going right up until Christmas with pretty wrapping and such! I love paper crafting for Christmas!
January = assessing last Christmas, what is worth making into a tradition and what not to bother with again (like Christmas Cake – no-one eats it )
September = starting to think about what gifts I need to make (all the kids are getting personalised bunting this year)
October = making cards (almost everyone gets the same design)
November = PANIC BEGINS!!!
December = trying to remember what it’s all about… and doing everything else !
However, I Pin ideas all year round, and then forget about them closer to the time ! So, if I forget – Merry Christmas PTI !
I start in the summer time making calendars that I give as Christmas gifts to friends and family.
I usually start making Christmas projects in the summer, sometimes I sneak in a few things in the spring as well. I like to alter garage sale finds for gifts so I have to start early!
Usually December 1st…. We set up the tree on the 6th and start decorating the house that week. I love how my house smell and looks during that time.
Oh my. I’m so bad. I don’t start my Christmas cards until late November. And teacher gifts the week or so before school breaks.
Preparing for Christmas is a year long adventure!
Stowing away handmade gifts and cards through the months helps keep November and December less frantic!
I tell myself to start in September every year but that rarely happens – I get into full swing holiday crafting mode in November with cards, tags and treat holders!
I usually start to late! But this year I got a jump on things and started in August and that will be plenty of time 🙂
Sadly, usually not until December, lol! I wish I could be more prepared, though…
I am ready right now! I have already made 2 of Dawn’s cards, just waiting for the Sentiment stamps!
These new supplies have me chomping at the bit!
Thanks PTI
Susan
I start with Christmas cards in October. We send a lot of cards and also send out a Christmas letter. The cards are mailed to arrive right after Thanksgiving. Since I do all of the shopping, except my gifts, that is started the beginning of November to help relieve holiday stress!
I like to have Christmas invites done by labor day (not this year), decorate the weekend after turkey day, shopping till Christmas eve!
I usually start in October, so I know that I will have them done in time! I usually make christmas cards & mini albums as gifts
I give card sets as Christmas as ‘lagniappe’ (lil’ extra) to the girls in the family. I begin in mid-October. My goal to complete my personal cards by November 15th.
I usually try to get started in October, but in reality I am usually working on something up until Christmas day.
I am really excited about the paper beads. I will be making these for many friends. Great idea!
I usually start gathering ideas in the summer. I make homemade gifts for my team at work. I also have 4 supervisors that work for me and I like to make “12 days” of gifts for them. It keeps me pretty busy. I don’t actually start though until September. Fall gets me in the mood to go up in my craft room and get all gluey and glittery!
Each year I say I will start my cards on July 1st and create a few each week. But that doesn’t usually last too long!! So really, I start in October when the air turns colder and all the holiday products start to appear in stores. I am attending a PTI inspired Christmas card crop this year in late September, so that should kick start my holiday creating!
I start getting ideas in the fall but don’t start making things until the first week of December. But I do love Christmas and my family tends to go overboard on the decorating, baking, gift wrapping…and I don’t mind hearing a few Christmas songs in July!
I usually don’t start Christmas projects until November, for two reasons – I’m a procrastinator by nature, and because I can’t bear to put down all the fun Halloween projects until after October 31st!
I work in a local scrapbook store and Christmas stuff comes out sooooo early it really gets me in the mood…however, I normally start thinking about what I want to do around Thanksgiving and then usually am scrambling 2-3 weeks before Christmas to get everything made, mailed and hand delivered.
I’d have to say October is the month when I really think about Christmas cards. Other than cards, I don’t do much decorating, etc. 🙂
It funny, how I think about them all year and then start about October to decide which of the many ideas that I want to focus on for the year! There are just too many choices…that’s the hardest part for me!
I usually prepare around October or so. I have to get through Halloween first.
January 1st! I make around 250 cards each year to hand out as gifts so I allow myself the whole year to get to that needed number.
I like to start my Christmas crafts the beginning of October. I do my fall crafts by the end of September then I go right into Christmas!
I gather ideas all year long and work on them when I feel inspired. Unfortunately, sometimes I wait too long and am scrambling in November and December to finish up my long list of cards!
I usually get started once school starts – there seems to be a few more minutes of free time then!
I start preparing for the holidays…right now! Time goes by so quickly that I feel like I need a good head start in order to get everything down properly (my way ;-)) so I can sit back, relax and enjoy the festivities!
Since I started submitting to magazines, I have to start early – around April! But for real life, I start in November…
I start preparing in September! For too many years, everything was last minute preparation. After yet another move and a new room to craft in, I made the decision to start earlier and be focused on future events instead of what’s happening next week. The results are incredible when you stick to it!!
I usually start christmas projects as a way to further procrastinate on shopping for gifts. Crafting is one the few things more fun than shopping anyway. 🙂
I normally start in Sept/Oct, but if I see something (or hit a good sale) before that, I’ll pick it up! I try and make a lot of stuff, so I need to have time to be able to complete all that!
I don’t usually start mine until late November! I totally precrastinate every year!
I love the sets!! I really love the harlequin cover plate and matching stamps! The Christmas ones are totally getting me in the mood!
When do I usually start with the preparations of Holiday projects? Usually at the start of November.
My DD’s BD is in October so I have that to deal with along with Halloween so once I clear the decks from all that!
Although I would like to be able to say I start to get my christmas ready at the end of the previous year, in actual fact i usually get into the mood after the summer CHA when everyone is previewing the new christmas ranges and you bring out some wonderful new stamps.
Some times I get a head start but mostly it ends up being two weeks before the holiday. As I tend to get caught up in something or other.
I like to begin November 1st making hoilday cards and putting together a theme for my tree…So much fun!
I never really stop doing Christmas projects as it’s my favorite occasion for crafting. Usually really picks up in Oct/Nov, but this year I’m ahead of schedule–yah!
I start thinking around May and start creating around mid-September — NOW!
Every year I have the best intentions of starting early and early for me would be November, but I am habitually a last minute Charlie and don’t get started until sometime into December and have been known to still be working on something Christmas Eve. However, I am improving. My Christmas cards never used to go out until after Christmas, but the last three or four years I’ve gotten them out at least three days before Christmas.
I’m actually just getting started! Usually I start in November, but I’ve been so inspired by this site that I’m starting now!
I usually start at the end of the summer and finish off the first weekend in December at our girls weekend getaway. It is great fun.
Late September. The start of fall always gets me in the mood. Must be the cooler weather. Great release so many fab ideas.
Every year I have good intentions to start early but then before you know it Christmas is here and I am left wondering where the time went!
I usually start my Christmas cards and projects in the middle of November. When will I learn to start earlier?!?!?
OK this is really embarrassing, but I usually don’t start until December. And everything is a mad rush. I am not good at making up my mind so last minute forces my hand.
I start looking around end of September to see what I need to make cards. I probably start buying a few things come October. End of October, while my husband is gone, I make my cards and the sets of cards I give away as Christmas gifts.
It usually varies from year to year how early I start. this year I have already started a couple crafty projects. I think the weather plays a roll in it too, as soon as the first chill in the air starts to come I want to get crafting.
I usually “start” my holiday projects around Thanksgiving…but sometimes do not finish until right before Christmas.
I always have good intentions of starting right about now! (But then, in real life, I usually don’t get much done until after Thanksgiving!)
I usually start making cards in late October or November but start my shopping quite early. Thanks for the great release this month!
I start on my Christmas projects in October when a stamping group gets together to make our Christmas projects or cards. I usually will make my Christmas cards for the next year after that, so that I am a step ahead for the following year as I make over a hundred cards for all my family to have. This gives me time to make other paper projects for gift giving. With building a new house this year and trying to get in before the snow comes, I am hoping I can get it all done.
I begin preparing for Christmas late summer. You start to see “crafting” projects about this time and I begin to think about what I’d like to do this season.
I start thinking about my cards in September, but don’t actually go into production until November, usually.
I try to start in October, but I always seem to have last minute projects. I never quite escape the rush.
I usuually begin in late September or early October. I’m ready to jump into the whole Holiday spirit by then! Thanks for the chance to win.
Some gift projects I start in January, start my Christmas cards in July, and finish shopping and wrapping by end of November, baking is done in December!!
In my mind, I plan to get started with Christmas projects in July, giving plenty of time to get them done and cards in the mail before Dec 1. In reality, I frequently don’t start till after Thanksgiving, and it is definitely a mad rush then! Usually only cards get made, pushing all the other projects till “later”. Maybe next year I’ll do better. Thanks for the chance to win this awesome gift certificate!
Christmas is my absolute favorite time of year..ask anyone that knows me and I’ve got Christmas on the brain 24/7 365 days of the year 🙂 I am constantly on the lookout for things to use for decorating and cards and it does help that during all of the non Christmas seasons all of the Christmas stuff is usually on sale.
Since I send out 100 Christmas cards, I start July 1st with my first design. My date for finishing all 100 is by Thanksgiving. While everyone else is at the mall on Black Friday, I stay home and address all my envelopes, sign cards and add postage to mail them out on Dec. 1st. Then I do my shopping at the mall on Cyber Monday after the crowds are gone, which also helps prevent my getting the flu!
Usually I will start making cards around November. I bought all my supplies in good time last year, but I only made about a dozen cards as I was so ill with morning sickness! Really looking forward to getting use out of my lovely Christmas sets this year 🙂
October and November is when i start getting into the spirt of christmas is coming…… I need that crisp fall air and color to get me going. Your release today is perfectly timed right!!! All the best and the DT did a great job showcasing the new product.
ava
I usually start thinking about Christmas and deciding on projects in late September, but I don’t start anything until after Halloween. I have too many family birthdays and then Halloween to get through first!
I totally love everything about Christmas!!! I love to post the 12 days of Christmas on my blog, so the big push begins in October! I have even been known to play a little Christmas music just to set the mood! Drives my family crazy!!
My cousin has been hosting a Scrap Weekend every year at least 2 months before the holidays & most are doing Christmas cards.
I usually start keeping my eye out for gift ideas by about the end of September. We are planning to start making Christmas cards now too because despite our best efforts to get together weekly all the other fall activities get in the way. I used to leave everything until December but now I feel too rushed so I’ve finally learned to pace myself!
I usually start around this time of year – September, October. You’ve been it easier with such a fun release~
I make felt Christmas ornaments all year long and then on Thanksgiving I give them to my family. I have started my Christmas cards and because I get bored easily I only make two of the same card. This creates more work (play) for me but I love designing the cards.
I start thinking about Christmas in spring, but I don’t start preparing until September. I should probably work all year to give myself more time, but sometimes I change my mind about what I want to do.
I usually start thinking of ideas – Christmas cards, the calendar I create for our family members, Christmas tags – sometime in the summer. I actually start working on these projects late October.
With cards I start in September and other stuff – December only. ))
And NO celebrating Christmas before Christmas Day. We celebrate it for a month after the Christmas Day. Helps to fight winter depressions. lol
Last year it was Thanksgiving time. This year it will be sooner – hope to start the die cutting this weekend With all the new products hitting the stores now, I will be in the zone in October!
Lovely release! Love the Santa Stationary!!!!
Whoops – you’ve MADE it easier with such a fun release. Sheesh~
I’m always collecting ideas! LOVE the inspiration here and on the internet! I get serious about cards in November normally but this year I’m early! yea! oh, it’d be wonderful to win this release! I LOVE Christmas!
I do Christmas cards and ornaments all year long, but really get excited about them in September when all the beautiful new things come out. My excitement usually last through the cold months of January and February 🙂
I started Christmas cards in June last year because I made all individual cards and you have the greatest ideas for Christmas cards. I’m late getting started this year but seeing these cards have me ready to get started!
I tend to do Christmas cards through the whole year as I feel inspired. I don’t do the family calendar until the middle of December since I use photos from each month for the next year month and need to get some photos from December to use. It makes for a crazy December though.
I must say I wait until the last minute but with all the fun holiday items from this release I may have to get an early start.
I don’t normally do Christmas or other fall/winter holiday projects, but I want too this year! But if I did, I most likely wouldn’t start until November. Thanks for the chance to win!
Last minute. I am horrible about planning ahead! I would like to change that though. I do have three Halloween cards ready. Does that count for something? lol
I do holiday projects all year long. I love creating wintry tags and gift bags with snowflake dies and stamps.
I usually start my Christmas cards, etc in October. Once the weather gets colder, it’s a perfect time to stay indoors and craft!
I am a procrastinator and don’t usually start til late October or early November. I wish I could make myself do it in July but that is so hard for me.
I Christmas Craft all year long – I already have over 150 Christmas cards and ornaments made! it is NEVER too early to start!
I usually plan way in advance but don’t get to working on things until after Thanksgiving. I wish I could have it all done by Thanksgiving but it just never works that way 🙂 BTW Thank You in advance if I win today. My wallet ran and hid when it saw my wish list!!
I usually don’t start until October. I need that chill in the air to get my mood in gear.
I try to get my holiday cards started some time between August and October. Usually I sketch out my card plans and then orders any supplies as needed. It’s also become somewhat of a tradition for me to put on a holiday stamp day where my friends all come over and we make holiday cards together. It’s a lot of fun!
I generally get started way too late and don’t get everything done. This year I’m taking a week vacation in November so I can get a lot done. My mom is going to come over, my sister is going to Skype with us, and we plan on having several crafty fun days!
I start my Christmas cards in January, with the Christmas card challenges that I find online. Merry Monday and 52 {Christmas} Card Throwdown are my favorites.
EVERY year, I plan to do “so many cards” each month, and I did actually do that ONE year. Usually, I don’t start creating until sometime in late October ~ unless you count buying Christmas items, that goes on year round! Thanks for the chance to win.
I usually decide on the design of my card for the next year right after Christmas. Then “Christmas in July” is always my intent for getting my cards made, but it rarely happens. The reality is that I start on my cards in October or November…..used to be December, so there’s been improvement!
I used to start Christmas July 1st. But now I start thinking about my cards about that time but don’t finalized until about the end of September because of the release of new Christmas products. I make a prototype of my card by the end of October, so I have time to make them. I want to send them out right after Thanksgiving. I LOVE the products being released today, my ideas for my card are changing.
I usually start preparing for Christmas during the summer–even earlier if inspiration strikes! Thanks for all the great ideas this month!
Chris L.
I usually start thinking about it in August and September but something always happens and I am struggling at the last minute to get things done. I guess it is never to early to start working on your Christmas projects.
I like to be prepared when Christmastime comes, so I start making cards in the summer. That’s when I have lots of time to enjoy making them and not feel rushed. I Christmas shop all year, if I see something I know my children would enjoy I buy it early and hide it away until Christmas. I just have to remember all the places I’ve squirreled come Christmas.
I usually start when my Thanksgiving cards are done, so that basically depends on how busy everything else is. On a good year, it is in October, this year it may the day after Thanksgiving ;)!
I ususally start right after Halloween. It always seems like I am cutting it too short but somehow everything always gets done. This year I will be doing a craft fair in December so I may have to get started earlier to get all of that stuff done plus my Christmas cards, plus personal paper crafted gifts.
For some reason once the fall weather hits, I turn my thoughts to Christmas. I usually begin in September and finish shopping and card making before Thanksgiving to allow me to enjoy the whole month of December relishing each Christmas moment.
This year I have already started on my cards. Shopping for gifts…not so much! 😉
I feel like I’m always preparing for Christmas, so I’ll say the day after. It starts with holiday sales where I can get stocking stuffers and supplies for a discount and goes from there. Usually, I don’t get all of my projects done, so those just carry over to the next year, too. I’m excited to incorporate some of these items into my planning for this year – thanks for the innovation!
i usually start to make the Christmas card in Ocotber when all new products for Christmas are ready
I usually have grand plans about Christmas – I’m sure I’m alone in this, especially with pinterest to inspire us. But, I’m still usually doing things last minute. But this year, I have an extra incentive – my due date is the 23rd 🙂 I’ll actually have the baby early so I can be home for christmas, but that means my grand plans better be done early, or not at all. But, getting a baby for christmas sounds like a nice plan.
I always try to start in October since the holidays are crazy at work, but I’m usually still finishing up gift tags on Christmas Eve!!
I am always late. If I am lucky I start at the beginning of December, but at times I have sent out holiday cards after the holidays – figuring better late than never, LOL 🙂
With cards, I usually make a few each month…but for really preparing like decorating and buying gifts I am a major procrastinator!! I have such good intentions too, but I haven’t mastered my goal in that area yet!
I usually start making cards around September and I start buying gifts around October and November so on December I am ready to go.
After Thankgiving. Its hard to think about it too early.
I usually begin thinking when I see something that inspires me. That could be December 26th or anytime after. When I actually start is something different. I usually start my Christmas cards around October or so and that takes me right up to Christmas. I’d like to report that this year I have 10 cards complete and 10 more ready for adhesive! Not to shabby.
Wow! Do I wish I could say that I’m one of those industrious bodies that spends the entire year preparing for the big event. Alas, I must admit that I usually don’t start even thinking about Christmas cards & projects until after Halloween. It makes for a busy time, but I actually find that I enjoy the process so much more when working feverishly to finish on time. And it definitely helps me get into the spirit of the season. My! Halloween will be over soon and it will be time to begin once again… how FuN!!
I love Halloween so I start making fall items right after the 4th of July and right after Halloween I hit Christmas full steam
Well, I usually begin planning and preparing early (like July) but I don’t ever seem to actually get to work until the last minute (like December). Every year I say I will be better but it just doesn’t seem to happen!
Oh my. Really depends on the holiday. Christmas usually October for cards and getting decorations and seeing what needs to repaired or replaced. But being in TX it is hard to get your heart into too much because it is still usually rather warm. :(…..I feel like a kid in a candy store with this release…standing at the door going OPEN OPEN OPEN. Thanks for it all.
I usually am last minute – but I have recently retired. I’ve already finished a batch of cards for the nursing home. Military is next. Christmas may become a year-round project. Loving the new release!
Usually I would wait until after Thanksgiving to begin my holiday crafting (I don’t make my family holiday cards because there are too many to send out). But now that I have started making cards for Operation Write Home, I start all my holidays early and I am in full Christmas/Winter production right now (and it’s only September).
I usually start preparing in sEptEmber with holiday grand plAn. Everyday is a new thing to do. I love christmas!!!
I always intend to start in October, but as usual I don’t do anything until after Thanksgiving. I guess it’s one holiday at a time for me.
No matter what, I get it done.
I usually make Christmas cards a little at a time throughout the year and then really start concentrating on Christmas projects in October.
Ok so in my mind I prepare for Christmas giving me enough time to comfortably finish projects. But in reality I never quite seem to get them out of the brain and start working on them until it is actually Christmas time or even later. Do thoughts count?
gettin’ inky…
I think about Christmas, probably all year long! I don’t usually “do” anything about it until late October, early November.
I ususally start in November but should really aim for August, lol!! 😉
I’d love to say I start super early…but alas! I’m a wanna be when it comes to starting anything early. My projects usually get rocking somewhere between Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve!!:)
When I’m asked if I’m ready for Christmas, I’m quick to reply “I’m ready all year”. For us, Christmas is like a Sunday. We go to church and spend the rest of the day reading special books and stories of the birth of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, which is the REAL,TRUE meaning of Christmas.The ONLY reason for Christmas.
I normally start around May. I like to get all my projects done early so I can enjoy the holidays with my family. No stress means an extra Merry Christmas!!
I try to target starting in october and have my cards done around thanksgiving. Doesn’t always work out that way!
I’d like to say that I start in July for all my ideas, but it’s really more like September when i gather all the tools/products, and then honestly 2 weeks before Christmas when I only finish 1 of the 43 ideas that I had. 🙂
I always have good intensions of having everything done by the time December rolls around, but ususally I am hustling that first week of December to finish it all. Sometimes I am successful, sometimes I’m not! Cheers!
I like to have all my holiday creations and packages sent out by Thanksgiving. Then I’m able to relax more and enjoy the festivities in the coming weeks ahead.
I like work on holiday projects in October and November so I can enjoy December with my family.
I’d like to think I prepare early for my holiday projects. And, to a certain extent… I kind of do. I buy my supplies a couple months in advance; however, when I finally sit down to do them, it always seems to be a week before the holiday and I end up super stressed :/
Not this year though!! This year, I vow not procrastinate [ insert two thumbs up here] ;D
NOW! Because no matter when I start there is always something else I see that gets added to my list of projects to complete!
I really should begin my thinking about what do create for holidays but its so hard when it’s still 97 degrees outside. So, I’ll end up procrastinating till November and then go into some furious creating mode! Thanks the super fun holiday release!
September is when I start buying new Christmas crafting products. I’ll have to buy some of the wonderful stuff in this new release.
I usually make Christmas cards throughout the year. Holiday baking starts right after Thanksgiving along with shopping. Unfortunately, when it comes to wrapping I’m a procrastinator. You can find me in piles of gift wrap still on Christmas Eve.
Depends on the kind of project 🙂 For cards, I’ll be starting this month. We send a lot of cards (at least 100) so it makes the job doable.
I think about gifts for Christmas almost all year and if I purchase them ahead I almost always give them out ahead of time and have to start all over! I guess I need some discipline! A group of women I golf and scrap with each year shop and wrap Christmas gifts for deserving families in and around our areas, this typically begins in November.
I do like to have my card design already in mind, but usually I’m last minute actually making them. Although this year I have already started on a few projects. With my September PTI order I should be in good shape.
September release is lovely and adorable I can see a lot of time, work, and effort is involved and much appreciated, thank you all.
I generally start holiday planning in September and go into production mode in October. Thanks so much for all the beautiful holiday inspiration!
I usually start buying a gift here and there in the summer, but don’t get too inspired for Christmas crafts until the weather turns a little colder in late October or early November.
I always say I’m going to start early, but I don’t. You know the saying, Life is what happens when you are busy making plans. Right around December 10th. I start scrambling to shop, bake, wrap. and decorate. Didn’t use to be that way when the kids were little.
I usually start making Christmas cards months ahead of time and just do a few each month. I like to have all of my cards sent by December 1st. =)
Since I started knitting, I have to start planning now for small knitted gifts. Other than that, I don’t have a lot of shopping to do, and do all of my baking in Dec of course.
I have to confess that I rarely do Christmas/holiday projects… I’m not much of a decorator. I only do a few Christmas cards probably starting around now and often doing some right after Christmas as well for the next year.
I start preparing in October I have an awesome planning binder that tells me what I should be doing each week. It keeps me on track with no stress
Usually last minute so everyone gets their christmas gift late! Hopefully this year it will be on time!
When Christmas is over I start thinking about next year. I don’t usually start working on projects until the end of Summer or early Fall when all the great new products start hitting the market.
I try to do some Christmas shopping throughout
the year at craft shows. If I make gifts I try to
start making them in Oct/Nov, but am usually
hustling in Dec to get them done!
Actually I already started – having to do about 50 Xmas Cards. Xmas is somehow always on my mind looking at stamps and paper. You can’t have enough stamps for the holiday season…and looking at your new release I have alrealdy some sets in mind to add to my collection. Thnaks for the inspirations you are giving me.
Last minute! I used to be really good, but now it’s getting pushed back to closer and closer to Christmas, or last day of school. I need to be more organized.
Usually I make my christmas cards in august or september. I love it to have them all ready when the busy time before christmas starts.
I usually start my Christmas projects in November. We love Halloween, so October is devoted to Halloween projects.
I normally start planning Christmas as soon as the kids are back to school. We have so many holiday parties, and other activities that I start my deep cleaning and meal planning then. My shopping lists are begun and I start planning cards. I actually like to send out “Grateful” cards at Thanksgiving. This makes Christmas just a tad less chaotic!
I start getting ready for Christmas in July…I get my ideas all organized and start…I have been waiting for This release as I LOVE the Holly set and the Happiest of Holidays..OMG love these sets…this gets me in the spirit..thanks for an opportunity to WIn.
Melissa from WA
I make few Holiday cards all year long but actually start my holiday gifts and the remaining cards in October, after Halloween!
I usually begin my holiday projects in October, but this year I started in August!!
i start in september…back to school time means i have time to dream and plan and think about it and i actually start to make things early in october.
January! I have a weekly post on my blog to keep myself on track. I create cards throughout the year, so that there isn’t any major dash at the end of the year, when I’d rather be relaxed and enjoy the holidays. This year, I am doing a craft sale, so I’ve been creating everything – cards, tags, treat packs, etc… all year. And nope, I don’t get tired of it!
I usually try to start projects after Halloween. Since I do not do too much crafty stuff for Thanksgiving, it gives me just about 2 months to get Hoiday stuff done. I try to save December for last minute shopping.
I start creating tags for food gifts and giftcard holders now…..when there is so much inspiration from the design team-I just have to get started!
I am such a last minute person! In a perfect world, I would have my cards made, stuffed, addressed and ready to be in the mail on Dec. 1st. In my world, however, no matter how early I plan the card in my head, I usually don’t get them finished and mailed until around Dec. 20th!
I start christmas shopping in august but my cardmaking doesnt start until after halloween.
Well… It depends on when I get that brilliant idea for the project! I’m the mother of 9 kids so it pays to start early! However, I’m also one of those procrastinators too. So, in answer to your question… I start as early as September and go as late as just before Christmas to begin a project! Lol!
each year i try to start in october but it seems like i run out of time so i’m scrambling in december. this year will be different!
I start thinking about holiday projects in August and September. I get in the mood to gather materials, plan cards or crafty gifts. I normally do not start putting things together until October. I am inspired this year to maybe start a few weeks early!
I usually begin preparing Christmas projects in November, but really I need to get started I think earlier in October.
I usually start at the beginning of November. There’s a large Hobbycrafts show at the local exhibition centre near to where I live which runs for 4 days at the beginning of November each year. I usually take a few days off work, visit the show to stock up on crafty goodies and to get some inspiration from the wonderful card designs on show, then I get home, unpack my goodies and spend the next 3 days solidly making my christmas cards – with my christmas songs CD playing in the background!
I don’t start preparing for Christmas until the day after Thanksgiving.
I like to start early. We usually take a family photo in October so I can start on cards. Then I start wrapping presents and making homemade gifts. Love the new Christmas stamps and dies this month!
I usually start a month before but this year I had an “alone” week at the lake so got the ball rolling! Yay!
Even though I print/snip/pin ideas months before the holidays, I procrastinate and start my projects 2-3 weeks before Xmas. I love the beautiful (and time consuming) projects I’ve seen, but always go CAS to make mass production easier.
I usually begin gathering my ideas and supplies around October. However, I look for ideas throughout the year and start a computer file with pics and ideas.
I am a teacher so my favorite starting time is August! Crazy early, I know, but “life” gets so nuts if I wait longer than that. Now that I am a new grandma… That may not have been early enough!
I start thinking about it in July but I don’t really start until September because I wait to see what new things are out to use…and this year PTI has lots of great things!
For the past couple of years I have attended a Christmas in July card making workshop. I love it because it helps me get a head start on my Christmas cards. We go out the day after Thanksgiving to pick out our tree and start decorating. That’s when the real countdown begins!!
Right about now… I start doing some sketches and getting some ideas for products I will need to complete them all. PTI has perfect timing!! 🙂
I try to work on crafty gift projects throughout the year but there’s still always a mad rush in December!
If I am brutally honest, about December 1st and then I am in a tizz until it is all over. I keep telling myself that I need to start earlier, but for some reason or another, it just never seems to happen.
I would like to say that I start by crafting Christmas in July, but the truth is, I probably do most of my projects in December!
We have a tradition in our family that as soon as Halloween is over, it’s a go for the Holiday Traditions! I have actually started already in order to prepare for a holiday workshop I’m teaching at a local scrapbook retreat, Whitworth Ranch.
I work on Christmas cards year round. Just like any card, I always have something ready.
I’m usually good about starting early – Sept or early Oct… but then the fall holidays take over and then it’s a mad scramble at the end with lots of late nights.
Never soon enough…always run out of time and have to send out some “store bought” cards.
I usually try to have all of my Christmas cards/projects done by the end of October. That’s the plan anyway …. sometimes things don’t always go according to plan! lol
I’ve already started planning next years card! I already have this years completed!
I usually start in July but this year I was moving in July so it is going to be October or later. I really need to get creative.
I always have good intentions to start early but usually land up preparing in early Dec. Seems that pressure against time is a good motivator. Thanks again for a wonderful release filled with great ideas.
I usually start crafting gifts and cards in October.
I am starting now since I have seen all our wonderful Christmas ideas! But typically I start working on my Christmas craft/cards in October.
I begin in late August or early Sept when I can finally catch the first glimpse of the arrival of Fall! I start my Christmas projects to celebrate that I survived another summer! 🙂
Most of my Christmas projects are finished by the end of September. With 8 grandchildren I always have a lot of items to make and buy. During the summer I help the grandchildren make gifts for their parents and siblings too.
I host Christmas card stamp-a-stacks in October with friends, so I start designing cards in July! However, starting so early hasn’t helped on getting my personal cards done – they ususally get completed the first week in December……
I’d like to say July or Octoberbut most of the time its late November during Thanksgiving weekend. Though with all the goodies this month I may start earlier. 🙂
My biggest Christmas project is usually making my cards. I make several styles that are suitable for mailing and then a different set that are usually quite intricate that I hand out to my special peeps. I start working on my cards in February or March so I am so excited when the new Christmas items come out in the fall. I have completed everything for this year so now I will start planning for 2013! And you have definitely given me plenty to work with this month! Thank you.
I tend to make them year round whenever I get some free time, doing them bit by bit!
I make Christmas cards year-round since I make and send lots to OWH, but I get down to some really serious creating around July-August.
It depends, but I usually start making Christmas cards in October! It’s almost time!
Usually around October and November but this year I’ve already started making some Christmas cards to avoid the last minute rush!
Ha! I start my Christmas cards in April or May. This way I can take my time and I always make too many but then that gives me a great choice. My only problem is when the new stamps and papers and dies start coming out and I buy them, I start making all new cards again. What a dilemma.
Have a great day and good luck everyone! Ciao 🙂
About this time of year is when I start working on holiday projects…PTI always gets me in the spirit! 🙂
I start thinking about it in July, start buying paper, embellishments etc in August/September, then start scrambling about 3 weeks before Christmas.
I have already begun this year! Each year, I make ornaments for my niece and nephews, the neighbor kids and friends’ kids. I completed this year’s ornament last month and now I’m looking ahead to making cards. I find by spreading it out, I’m less stressed as the holiday season nears.
I usually start preparing for Christmas projects in my head in August/ September. Actually starting the physical project October, all the while telling myself next year I’m going to start earlier…haha.
When do I stop? I LOVE Christmas and I work on projects all throughout the year!
Right now!! I come here for inspiration and am never disappointed. It is so much fun planning each year’s Christmas card. Thank you.
I start my Christmas shopping whenever I see something that will be the “perfect” gift for someone I know. My cards are never made until the pressure is on (sometime in December)!
I am a last minute lou! I don’t start on Christmas until mid-November at the earliest. I always plan to start sooner but the fall gets away from me.
Since I’ve begun making all my christmas cards and quite a few of my christmas gifts I pretty much spend all year thinking about and making stuff for Christmas! Although I might take a little break in January just for a breather. Its kind of nice to have that holiday spirit all year round and to share it with others 🙂
I’m a season at a time kind of gal. I’m so busy with work and other design things that i don’t get my cards started until December. But I usually have a good idea what they will be. Special friends will get the more intricate cards I make for my blog 🙂
i have so many november & december birthdays i usually don’t make Christmas cards. however the snowglobe & gingerbread boy & girl are calling my name this year. thanks.
I usually start my Christmas projects on November 1st.
I usually start in oct, I find then I am not rushed and can take my time… I use to do it much later and with everything else, at the holidays never got what i wanted done..So oct it is and works well for me…
I like to start in October so I don’t have to rush or do things in the last minutes. I want each project to look as perfect I as can make it.
Can’t wait to use some these new exciting dies and stamps!
Hugs.
I like to theme my holidays each year,choosing something like holly, or snowflakes or candy cane stripes. All planning and shopping begins in earnest by october I enjoy the process, because everyday can be a crafty one!
I usually start Christmas gifts during the summer months, or I would never get them all completed!
In the summer! I married into a large family, and my husband likes to send my handmade Christmas cards to all of his relatives. I learned early in my cardmaking process to get everything designed and made in the summer so that I wouldn’t be up late at night during the Christmas season trying to get cards finished!
After Thanksgiving, my heart turns toward Christmas and I start thinking of projects I can do for my family and friends. This year my kids (which includes three grandsons) are coming home for Christmas and I can hardly wait to start preparing for them.
I always have the best intentions of starting early, but it’s usually late November or so before the holidays seem “real” so that’s when I get serious.
I start preparing last year, or even a couple of years ago- I have so many unfinished projects that sometimes by November I am ahead of the game!
A good friend and I get together to make tags and gifts early, so they actually get done, but there’s never enough time to make everything I dream up. The PTI team gives me so much great inspiration. I’m loving everything today!
I usually start thinking about things as soon as it starts getting cooler then around October I start crafting for the holidays.
I formulate ideas all year long and usually start on gift projects in October. The edible gifts are made in December.
Not in a major way, but I do randomly make Christmas cards throughout the year if I enter different challenges or for an MIM card! Wish I was more inspired…but really don’t you think I need to wait until at least September for YOUR big release to be able to use new Christmas stamps?
I start gathering ideas in August and have an idea to work with, then keep hunting and gathering ideas (and supplies!) to go with it before I start my projects the first week in November. This is not just for my cards, but also gift tags, gift boxes and gift bags.
I usually begin to plan for my Christmas cards in September or October but start making them after Thanksgiving. If I am making handmade gifts, I start making them before Thanksgiving so I have at least a month to finish.
Decorating begins the day after Thanksgiving, but papercrafting doesn’t begin until about the 2nd week in December. Don’t like to be too early nor too late. Not everyone I send cards to celebrates Christmas, so I push the card making into the week following Christmas for New Year wishes too!
The day after Thsnksgiving. Every year I regret that I didn’t start earlier. Hopefully this year I’ll break the pattern.
I have to be in the spirit, so I don’t start until Thanksgiving weekend.
I shop all year for Christmas gifts and really get into the projects part of it once school starts and the weather cools off a bit. I’m ready to start my Christmas cards NOW, as soon as I get the new Boards and Beams Die Collection in my hands!
I usually start after Halloween. I’m so excited seeing all of these projects.
When I used to work I would start handmade gifts for my family in January. Now that I don’t work anymore, I should have more time to work on projects…but seem so busy, I don’t have enough time in the day!!! Funny how that seemed to work out!
I usually start my tags after Thanksgiving time. But I always would love to start earlier. Wish I had more time for cards too.
I started last month. we are a big family. My pleasure is to give pleasure to each member. I like to think of them while I prepare personalized gifts.
Normally I have a mad rush in December. However this year I bought the Wreath for all Seasons set and loved it so much, I made my Christmas cards straightaway (in May!) This felt a bit peculiar but I love my cards I made and for the first time ever I am all organised for Christmas!!!!
I usually don’t start until after Thanksgiving. Then go, go, go.
i usually start in late Oct, but i start gathering my ideas around this time when Christmas projects start to appear!
I usually start in October. I need a little cooler weather to get motivated.
I start thinking and ordering now and then make them in December!!! I cannot stop myself from procrastinating!
I usually start in October…I get all the things I need done for Thanksgiving…invites…decorations and party favors then I start in on my Christmas things…cards…gift tags and any packaging I might need.
I usually start my shopping around Black Friday. Crazy time but there are usually great deals around that time.
I don’t start Christmas preparations until the weekend after Thanksgiving. Our first project is usually Christmas cookies… a tradition that my mom started when all of the guys in the family were deer hunting and we were at home with her starting the Christmas preparations. That’s when I start my craft projects or gifts too.
It’s completely out of character for me, but I’ve already begun my Christmas projects. This year, my goal is to give as many hand-made gifts as possible. I’ve been working on various cross-stitch projects for months and at our Labor Day crop, I made a mini album, which is one of two that I will be giving as a gift. This is the earliest that I’ve ever started preparing for Christmas, but I’m still afraid that we may have to move Christmas to March in order for me to have all of the gifts completed!
I usually get going on my Christmas card making in November. There is so much Christmas craftiness to see, that I don’t always get started on those til after Christmas.
I make Christmascards all year long. As red and green are my fave colors, it’s really easy for me to make those cards all year round 🙂
Plus I totally love all the different Christmasstamps.
I already got this year’s cards ready and now I’ve started, guess in May, making cards for others. Love it! 🙂
I try to start thinking of card ideas in Oct to start planning for some Christmas cards/tags. I’m trying to start things earlier in the year, but that usually doesn’t happen.
I should’ve started already!! I normally start making gifts about now. Cards get shoved until the end of November when I’m running out of time!
I have the best of intentions….and u know what they say about that right? I intend to start in October but I’m usually scrambling in December:(
I try to start in July but that doesn’t always happen. But at least my intentions are there. 🙂
Right before Thanksgiving. I guess Christmas cards get going sooner. Atleast the adressing of envelopes.
Hi Nichole!
A round about now is when I think about it, order supplies and organise my workspace is preparation. The actual ‘making’ might start next month though, I get my mother and grandmother to come over and we spend the afternoon making a stack! Its a lovely time to spend together.
I try to start my cards in October, but for sure I work all during November.
I’m starting to develop our Christmas cards now, but won’t start working on other projects until late next month.
When the cool weather and grey cloudy days return! Can not stay out of the garden right now.
When the Christmas season strikes me.
Well, looks like its our turn to host the family Christmas get together, so I’m going to be starting on cards and decorations next week, because it will be here before I know it! 🙂
Oh lordy, must I really admit this. About the last week of November.
Because of my busy schedule I’m preparing for Christmas all year long ~ and even then I’m still doing last minute projects right up to Christmas Day.
I generally start aroung the end of September, first of October. I really enjoy the whole process of deciding what to make and how many. The fun of handcrafting your own items is so much pleasure and seeing what others are doing just sets the tone for creative ideas. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE CHRISTMAS.
Ha ha ha…good question this month…I start on Jan 2nd…I have a pinch of procrastination and a dash of ADD when I craft.
Every year I am going to begin early, but it seems Thanksgiving is when I really get into high gear!
Fall is a busy time for me at work so I begin in August, then put them away for September and October, and get back to them in early November.
I’m in the gathering ideas stage throughout Sept. & Oct. I usually don’t start making cards until end of Nov. & beginning of Dec.
Each year I have high hopes of starting early (like now!), but the reality is, I don’t begin until the first part of December — yikes!!
I have been working on Christmas projects since June/July. I love doing it early so I have everything done and can enjoy all of the Holidays.
I start in Jan. Love the fact that I celebrate Christmas all through the years
I always try to begin ahead of time, but it doesn’t always work out that way.
I usually start my Christmas planning in October, but I’m already ordering supplies for my classes!
I usually start christmas projects after Halloween when the weather cools off and it starts to feel like winter. It helps get me more in the holiday spirit.
I actually have started already. I give a box of homemade cards to the kids teachers and my PTA volunteers. So there are many to make.
I usually start as soon as fall hits:) Once I start seeing pumpkins and fall colors all over the internet, I start thinking about all of the upcoming holidays!
I try to start my cards and projects the month before they are due.
I shop all year round for Christmas gifts and start making cards in October.
This year I started on cards in January–a first for me but it’s wonderful to know I have so many done. Gift purchases and decorating don’t happen until November. I always try to avoid the last minute panic and that rarely happens!
I usually don’t preparing for the holidays until at least the middle of November. I do have a few good ideas for gifts already so I might start early this year!
Not until November because I’m a procrastinator – then because I’m mostly retired I do a big push in a couple of days and get them done!
I really do try to make Christmas cards for my family and close friends throughout the year, because I like to create a card special for each person. Then in October I work on cards for everyone else clients/friends and these cards are usually very straightforward and easy very little copics if any, basically cards I can make in a short amount of time. I also make gift certificates I can stick inside of my clients cards that gives them a small discount on their next hair appointment with me, to show them how much I appreciate them and their business.
Unfortunately I begin in November because now I’m under a time crunch with everything else I need to start for the Christmas season and every year I vow that I will start earlier so I can enjoy the season….maybe I’ll try for October. What a wonderful release to get me inspired.
I try to start my Christmas cards in October, but it usually happens in November!! Thanks for a chance to win.
I start in July. Around the same time that I start buying my ornaments for the coming Christmas Season.
At the very last minute 🙂
I have a hard time getting in the mood, until we get a day or two of coolish weather. Then something inside me “clicks” and I’m off and running. My paper trimmer comes close to a meltdown and my die cutting machine goes into overdrive!!!
— Connie C.
Another fantastic release! You ladies really go above and beyond. It’s wonderful.
My sister and I have 6 kids between us and live about 400 miles apart. So we start planning our annual Christmas ornament gifts in April or May and start creating them in July when both sets of kids are out of school.
I have a group of friends and we meet twice amonth to prepare for Christmas. We get really serious in late summer or early fall. Our goal is to be ready before the holiday festivities begin.
Always too late! And then I have to rush! But I think I must enjoy rushing or I’d start sooner! A little pressure is good for my creative process!
Honestly, I start my projects the night before the kids last day before holiday break. Yep, I procrastinate, and I am usually up till the wee hours of the morning finishing their teacher gifts. I hope to do better this year.
I have never made Christmas cards before. Hopefully this will be my first year!
I start thinking about Christmas once the kids go back to school – I try to do something unique for our annual update & card, so I have my eye on the Santa Stationery this year!
I always hope to start in the summer with my paper crafting. But sometimes I end up waiting until November. I love that PTI starts releasing new sets in September for Christmas. Makes it so nice to plan ahead.
I plan to start early, but usually always end up scrambling at the last minute to finish up!
Though I don’t like to admit it, I tend to be a “last minute in the eleventh hour” person but this year I actually began in July. Didn’t finish–but I did get started!!!
I usually start in October to prepare homemade gifts. We also have a house rule that we stop buying unnecessary things that could go on the Christmas wish list.
Unfortunately, I’m usually starting my Christmas cards in December sometime. BUT, this year I am truly motivated to start early. This month’s release has me VERY inspired!!! I even want to make my Christmas tags too this year! Let’s hope this motivation continues. ; )
It’s never to early for Christmas. I am making or planning something for Christmas all year long.
I’m always LATE in preparing for them. Usually late November early December. I keep telling myself I’ll do it earlier but I never do.
As soon as the inspiration hits! Usually in August or September…
As for Christmas cards I make them year round with an increase during late summer / fall. For Christmas ornaments etc. I usually only start during November.
I usually start last year or the year before- I have so many unfinished or planned projects from previous years that by November, sometimes I am ahead of the game! ;o
It depends on what I´ll make. The begin for preparing the adventcalendars for my “little” ( 23 and 18 years old) girls is in September. I begin with my “normal” Christmas-projects in October/November.
I usually start in September/October AFTER I see the PTI Christmas goodness that has been released! Then I am totally inspired to create my Christmas cards!
as soon as the Thanksgiving detritus is cleared!
Usually I don’t start until late but this year I have been inspired by so many blogs, especially yours, and my goal is to start in October!
I usually start over the summer, planning in June and then begin the prep in July. I make Christmas cards for myself and my family to use as well as for an annual Susan G. Komen silent auction fund raiser for breast cancer.
I usually start Christmas tags and cards in October.
I usually start making my cards in october, but end up finshing in December 🙁
This year I started in late July during the Olympics. I couldn’t tear myself away from the games, but I could do crafting at the same time 🙂
I usually start around July although I am late this year and have only thought about making them.
I start making things in the October holiday school break and then keep going until Christmas Eve!
I’m doing a few cards for Thanksgiving right now, then will start my Christmas cards. As for Christmas gifts, I haven’t got any ideas, yet, so I’m starting to panic!
I do it all year round, I’m in a monthly card making club that makes our cards using a kit sent from a club member. I actually have all my cards done for this Christmas, but then I get started for the next year!
My Christmas shopping usually starts late summer, and card making is around October. I can’t wait to try out all these new stamp sets and die collections.
My family traditionally spends several days at our cottage over New Year’s. We love spending the long cold evenings making Christmas tags for the following year. But just so you don’t think I’m super organized, I start my Christmas cards right after Thanksgiving!
Last year I was on a Xmas challenge team so I created throughout the entire year. This year I haven’t been able to make myself start yet! Pretty soon though!
I shop for gifts all year long and I try to start making my Christmas cards in September because it takes me so long to make them!!
I always have intentions of starting early, but life has a funny way of making other plans for me! So in reality I usually get started sometime in October or November!
Usually around the middle of November but I am determined to start earlier this year. Thank you for the chance to win.
I gather ideas all year round, but usually don’t get to actually making things until November or December! I am so trying to get an earlier start this year and make it a new practice!
I start my holiday preps as soon as the weather starts to cool off…this year (in Florida) it’s still too darn hot, so I’m running late! Thanks for all the inspiration.
It’s an all year event. I wrap nice boxes I get throughout the year for my boys (husband too) to use in their gift giving. Releives some of the stress for them and saves a ton on tape:)
Holiday projects/plans are always in the back of my mind and thank goodness for Pinterest I can collect all year! I usually don’t really start anything until the end of October. I do try to purchase supplies early so everything is ready when inspiration strikes.
I think about what I might want to make and what receivers might like to get all year long. I do get tons of ideas. I start making cards after Thanksgiving. I do have to start knitting projects at least by June because I am a slow knitter.
I start making Christmas cards mid October, the rest of the decorating and projects don’t usually start til late November.
I think about it all year, however begin in earnest in August. I teach poor women (who have been abandoned or widowed) in Nepal and India to create cards and quilted things – which they can sell to become self-sufficient. This year we are selling additional cards to raise funds for a children’s home/haven for women rescued from prostitution (human trafficking). Thank you SO much for the inspiring ideas and wonderful tools.
I try to start in September, but most projects don’t get started till October. Then there is a mad dash in November. Sometimes I am lucky if I am finished everything by the first of December. So much for good intentions…but every year?! LOL
I usually start sometime in October. Creating lists, cards & tags while watching football!
They last 3 or 4 years I have started on my Christmas cards in February. Last year I struggled a bit with my designs, but have had them all done for several months.
I usually start in October some time.
Kemma
my kemma at gmail dotcom
I usually start Christmas cards in March, and then start hand-made gifts in September or October.
I usually start my Christmas projects in November. 🙂 I might start a little earlier this time since I can’t wait to use the new items I am going to purchase today! 🙂
I love Christmas so much that I work on projects all year, but I actually start my Christmas cards in October/November. I always wait to see what Papertrey has new for the season!
When do I start? I always start too late. My well intentioned Christmas cards morph into Season’s Greetings cards. I figure as long as I get my cards out by the first of the year I’m golden!
I start my projects in October when I have a day where friends and family are invited to come and make cards and other handmade gifts using the supplies I offer.
I always say I’ll start in Oct or Nov to do homeade cards. But in reality, I’m usually rushing doing them right after Tday! I decorate the house for Christmas Dec 1st.
I usually start in September or October. I have a hard time starting, but once I start, I am all wrapped up in it!
I begin preparing in January and continue throughout the year gathering ideas, alterables, ribbon, new products, etc. By late summer I am ready to start on Halloween. Christmas begins early November.
I prepare all year long! But really start cracking down around Halloween…..
Darlene Placito
I usually start after Halloween. Since Halloween is my absolutely favorite holiday ever, I really can’t concentrate on anything else until it’s over!
Usually in November, but this year I started way back in January!!
I usually start my Christmas cards in mid-July. But, this year I started creating custom paper crafted items for customers. Business is good, but…that means I haven’t had time to make cards!
As soon as summer leaves us, I feel the need to make a cosy home, candles, fire and ofcourse listen to X-mas songs! Then the inspiration pops up and I start wit the first christmas projects :-)) Love it!
I begin preparing when I start seeing Christmas stuff in the stores, usually around september or October. Thats when I start getting in the mood. And it’s easy when you have gobs and gobs of christmas paper and stickers and such from previous years! Who doesn’t, right?
I start thinking about it in August. Every year we have a Christmas party, and I make the invitations for them. So I have to start early so they can go out by mid-November. As for when I actually start projects, it’s probably more like late September/early October. I usually spend more time designing my Christmas card than actually making them!
I usually start some in the summer when I have some time off, and then again after Halloween.
I try to start sometime in October, at least determining my idea for cards and supply list. It helps to take a class either at a local stamping store or online and I am an avid researcher online for ideas. Just so little creativity of my own. Sigh. That’s one of the things so great about your web site and products. It all helps to jump start my stamping and scrapbooking. Thanks for the luciousness (is that a word?)
I usually start my holiday prep in late August when the weather changes and moves into Fall. That gets me thinking about the holidays and puts me in the mood to decorate and create my Autumn and Christmas cards.
I make holiday cards for others, such as Operation Write Home. The deadline is Oct. 30 so I will start making holiday cards this week.
I start preparing and thinking about the holidays right after my Sophie’s birthday in August. I love the holidays and really can’t wait for it to be here already!
After Thanksgiving … But because i am a teacher who’s semsester end right before Christmas, it is an eve more busy time of year. So I usually do my Christmas cards late, and they end up getting sent a day or two before the big day.
Seems that October has to have arrived before I get in the “CHRISTmas spirit.” Then, I begin my handmade cards and “goody bag” creating for my co-workers and grandchildren.
The September PTI “pillow box” and “tissue paper favors #1” dies have cheated the calendar for after viewing all the DT’s samples, my heart and head have ALREADY kicked-in to CHRISTMAS gear!!
I have the best of intentions to start making my Christmas cards early, mid-October, so I am not rushed. However, every year I end up squeezing time between Thanksgiving and the second week of December to get the cards in the mail!
I start thinking about projects in July but I ususally don’t get started in earnest until September. Even then I’m often late. Susan
I started making Christmas cards in December last year but that was because I had had a small operation and wasn’t allowed to do any house work of lifting for 6 weeks( Yippie), so I started while the Christmas tree was still in the house. I’m on 43 now. Christmas crafts is a different story, I always start too late.
Eveline.
Usually I’m busy the week before Christmas trying to get my Christmas cards in the mail. This year, I at least started making my tags the first week of August when I was on vacation at my sister’s house.
Right now! The Halloween cards are done, there’s just enough of a nip in the air to remind me that summer is drawing to a close, and it’s time to get busy again.
I tend to start the day after Thanksgiving. Once the holidays have come and gone I tell myself I’m going to devote one weekend a month to holiday crafts so I can enjoy things more and I don’t have to be so rushed. Ultimately I miss out on something because I haven’t given myself enough time.
I love that there are even more card ideas for release day!
I start my Christmas planning on December 26th each year. I make most of what I give and I like having the entire year to get it all done!
The girls in my family go on annual overnight shopping trip the week before Thanksgiving. That trip gets me motivated for everything else Christmas! 🙂
I always plan to make Christmas cards and gather all the supplies, but somehow very few ever get made. I’m usually not in the Christmas mood until late November and by then it is too late because work, gift shopping and holiday get-togethers claim all of my time. Then I go to plan B and make a limited number of cards for a very few people who particularly appreciate them!
Generally, I don’t make a whole lot of holiday projects, and when I do make them, it’s whenever inspiration strikes! If I do need to make something specifically for the holidays, odds are good it won’t get started til December!
November is the time, when it´s getting dark earlier and it´s cozier inside than out – that´s the time whe I start thinking about Christmas – making and writing the cards, preparing the advent-calender for our kids (grown up now, but they still cherish them) and buying Christmas-presents. It´s not exactly early and sometimes time seems to run short, but so far I´ve always made it.
Thanks for all the great inspiration and stamps for this years cards – I guess I´ll have to make several different ones to use all the good ideas!
Greetings, Christine
I usually make a few things in the summer, but wait to see what fun things come out in the fall to really work on holiday projects.
I usually start in November after Thanksgiving when the Christmas music is playing on the radio.
I usually try to get my cards started in Oct. and done by Thanksgiving. But it still seems like I am rushing to get them addressed and stamped before Christmas.
I usually start my holiday projects after labor day. I’m working on some right now!
I make a lot of my Christmas cards for the next year right after I have made the cards for the current year. The products are still out on my desk and as long as the Christmas creativity mood is there, I just keep on going until I have used up what is out. To keep things fresh, though, I also make current year cards starting in early November. Christmas presents and baking, uhm, maybe in mid December?
I usually wait until after St. Nicholas’ Day to start on the Christmas projects & shopping (old family tradition) but that doesn’t mean I’m not in the Christmas mood early 🙂
I try to get an early start, but usually end up rushing to get done in December. On a good year, Christmas cards are out by December 1.
Believe or not, I started in July when I submit to the magazines. The first time is weird to gear up for holiday mood in Summer but once you start you can’t stop. I just pick up ideas from the projects I’ve create in Summer when the holiday comes.
Right now! September is hen I start realizing Christmas is going to be here before I know it. If at all possible, I like to have all of my Christmas gifts ready by the end of October, so I don’t have to worry about those things, and I can just enjoy the holiday season.
Just starting now to plan for the holidays. Getting ready for a make and take at the library in November.
I sometimes go to a Christmas in July craft event and make a couple of cards. This then gives me a false sense of security because I then think I am ahead of the game. Roll onto December, and I’m in a mad panic churning cards out without enough of the pleasure that should accompany the lovely activity
The past few years, I seem to get an early Octoberish start on my holiday crafting. All goes well, until I hit a lull, thinking I’m ahead. Then it seems like, WHAM!, Christmas is here, I have half finished projects lying around, last minute shopping to do, and recipies that won’t get tried for another year!
I have looked and looked at all the inspiration from the DT, but still am not sure where I am going this year. I just may go back to a set I have not used or ordered yet, a nativity. Then using Dawns Happiest of Hollidays.
I am so late, I usually have a start on this in the summer, before school begins.
I generally start making Christmas cards early since the holiday season is so busy. If I don’t get them done early they won’t get done. We usually decorate the house during Thanksgiving break so everything is very “Christmas-y” right after fall.
I usually start in September making my cards and putting together my gift and crafty to-do lists.
I try to make all the Christmas gifts for both my family and my husband family and we both come from large families so I always need to start my gift making in August and I have started for this year already. Thanks for another great release and great giveaway!
Some gorgeous cards on display here. You’ve not quite a nice line-up of Christmas stamps and dies here. I generally start making Christmas cards in November, when I realize how close the holiday is. I’ve been trying to make cards earlier so it’s less of a rush and began earlier this month. 🙂
Typically I start around mid to late October (after Halloween stuff is all ready); however, over the years I’ve been dragging it out until a little later because, inevitably, PTI releases something just fabulous that I must have for my Christmas projects!!
have to say how much i love PTI’S projects! i think i subscribe to all the desginers blogs! anyway, sometimes i start the year before because if i have a plan for gifts and decorating for the following year than i can catch sales, etc. to go with that plan. most projects get “mapped” out starting the beginning of october and then i start working on each season in order starting with “welcome to fall” and then so on. with the hopes to get most Christmas projects completed by the second week in december! the kids get out of school so i have to have teachers gifts and stuff like that done early! thanks for so manyopportunities to WIN!!!
I usually start my cards in October. It usually takes a few prototypes before I hit on the one I want to mass produce.
right after halloween!!! i love christmas, but have to limit myself to that time period… compromise between me and the boyfriend.
Wow, in normal years, I start preparing sewing projects in April, other handmade large items in June or early July, scrapbooking calendars in July, and cards in August or September. However, I have had a myriad of major health problems this year due to my Lupus, so I am just now starting on cards. That will be it.
I am going to be making Christmas cards this year and have about 60 to make so I will be getting started very soon. Great release!
In my mind I start early especially when you start releasing your new products. But then I get side tracked and I am getting things together almost at the last minute.
Usually in November, but every year I swear I will start earlier!
I usually start my holiday cards in October….it takes me a while to get into the holiday mood.
I am usually working on Christmas cards and projects the middle of October. I have to get ready for Stamp Camps that I teach. Everyone loves making Christmas cards. That is also the time you start seeing cute projects to decorate with and create. Love the season!
Ideally I’d like to start preparing for Christmas after Halloween. But I actually start preparing in early December and get my cards sent at the very last minute. Thanks for the chance to win!
I tend to do my Christmas projects very late – sometimes cranking out cards on Christmas Eve for use that night with someones gift. I am hoping to be better prepared which would be a first for me…I want to make all of my gift tags this year.
I get ideas early but usually get started somewhere in between Halloween and Thanksgiving, and then I continue on after Christmas, especially making tags, so there’s often a good beginning for the following year.
I try to get started in late October so I’m finished before Thanksgiving. I always make the cards my mom requests first, then make mine. But, I think about them all year long. LOL.
Rather bizzarely I start my Christmas cards while the decorations are still up. I find I get lots of inspiration from the cards I receive and then I know I will have the next years ready and not have to think about making any the following year!! I don’t make Easter cards though as not many of my friends or family give them.
I don’t usually start until after Halloween because it always seems like there’s something else that needs to get done until then and I feel like I can devote my time to Christmas from that point on.
I usually start in October. This year, I plan on starting the day my sept release sets in!! Can’t wait!
i usually start thinking about shopping in september but, i dont think about projects until last minute ( usually when my best ideas spring up ).
The Christmas in July thing usually makes me think it’s time to start seriously considering what I’m going to make. It’s all so much fun and I always wish I had so much more time to make all the awesome projects that inspire me!
Usually I start in the summer, but this year I have only picked a design.
It’s a good life!
Terri E.
About mid-November if I time it right. Otherwise, the first week of December has me rushing like crazy so I can get done and enjoy the rest of the month!
Hmmm … when do I start or when do I think about starting? LOL! My New Year’s resolution is always to start early, but I usually start in November. Thanks for the ideas & inspiration to get me started this month. 😉
I actually start THINKING about it at the September relesase – I get my ideas floating around my head, but I don’t actually start working on my cards until October. I try hard to have them done by Thanksgiving and then I can mail them whenever I want. I hope since I had major hand surgery on my dominate hand, that this plan is going to work again this year.
I usually prepare holiday cards when I can find the time. Normally between midterms and finals. Normally means I don’t have much time to make the 100+ holiday cards I need a year! The list keeps growing!!! Thank goodness PTI has great simple ideas!
Although I always tell myself I’ll start earlier, I don’t begin seriously until November. Then it’s a rush to complete Christmas cards and calendars for gifts!
I got my tree up now in the family room. Cards are already handmade and addressed. Got my menu planned. A few gifts bought. Usually start cookies in October. Grandchildren will be here this year for Christmas.
I’m starting my holiday projects NOW, well, as soon as I get my Papertrey Ink order that is!
Unfortunately, I always wait until the last minute for projects! Not a great method, I know.
What a fabulous release you have this month! So many beautiful items!
If there’s a friend having a card-making party, I’ll start in October-ish, but otherwise I like to wait a bit and do it in November. My birthday is in November, so I usually get money to shop for crafty supplies or craft gifts themselves, which means I can use the latest and greatest in my holiday cardrmaking! 🙂
Now, I’m even starting my shopping!
What a great question! Just reading the responses has been really helpful! I’m kind of new to card making for Christmas. I made 25 last October at a workshop and it felt great to accomplish that!
Each year I get better about planning since our house has become the gathering place for Christmas dinner with our neighbors. This year I have been thinking about the holidays since last month but I began working on my cars in July. I am excited for this release.
Honestly, early December! Each year I vow to get started early but it usually doesn’t happen! I am a horrible procrastinator! However, this past week of projects has be SOOOOOOOO pumped and excited to get busy with my Christmas preparations that I may just be done before the end of November!!!
Great release. I don’t start prepping for Christmas until November. I need to get past Halloween to get in the holiday crafty mood. =)
As soon as the weather changes to fall, my creatively really starts to flow and the planning begins! I sketch and brain start and the action begins when Halloween is over,Nov 1st! I may start early this year, tho!
Cheers~
Q!
I usually start right after Halloween, but if I’ve procrastinated, then it’s more like after Thanksgiving!!
I usually start Thanksgiving weekend. Yes, I’m one of those who needs a deadline to get ‘er done. 😉
wow.. impressed.. =)
Usually too late…lol I hoping to start sooner thing year though maybe end of October…
The bug starts hitting me in September and as always PTI is one of the first places I look for inspiration. Of course, by the end of November I wish I had started in July, but no matter how busy it gets I love Holday Projects.
I used to start making Christmas cards in late summer/early fall, but I love Halloween so inevitably it’d get put on the back burner for costume sewing, decorating & party prep. Now, though, with a bigger family and two working parents we find that time and money are at a premium. We’re focusing more on just being present with our kids and letting go of the pressures & expectations of holiday prep. So, I craft when I’m in the mood for crafting and I let myself create whatever I’m moved to do.
Usually October, although I’m always on the lookout for a great holiday project.
I try to start making my Chrismtas cards at the beginning of November. I love to be able to make them at my leisure and not have to feel stressed or rushed. After all, paper crafting is meant to be relaxing! Great release with fabulous products this month.
I work on projects all year long, particularly the gifts I want to make. I would never have time to do them if I waited until last minute.
I usually have good intentions of starting early; but it always ends up that I’m working at the last minute!!
I love all the sets in this release!! I’m excited because I normally start my holiday projects in October but begin planning them in September so this is perfect timing.
Thanks for the opportunity. Looking forward to the fun tonight.
Donna
I begin late September gathering everything from paper to embellishments – so I have everything ready to go by mid October – sometimes I’ll do 3 cards with the same coordinating colors but different designs. Then mid October – I just go to it. Thanks for the opportunity to win..I am so excited about this release!
Ihave the best intentions to start early in July/August. Then the next thing I know it’s November and I am finally working on my projects. Well you know what they say “The best laid schemes of mice and men often go awry.” Sigh so it’ll be November again.
Unfortunately I don’t start till around Thanksgiving time, then it is a wild rush to get my projects done. I live in the Houston area and it is still sooooo hot here that I find I cannot get into the Christmas spirit as early.
Probably the week before … If I’m not working 🙂
I usually begin in October. I have to get an early start because at the minimum I make a December Daily album and 6 calendars. If I throw in paper crafted gifts that’s even more and I don’t like to feel the stress close to the holiday. It’s becoming a little tradition with my friends to plan nights to craft in October and November.
I work on Christmas cards year round! I typically buy way too many Christmas stamps/dies/papers each year so I don’t have time to use them all before the holidays. Love the product line!
I usually start making things round mid October and think I am doing good but always am scrambling at the last minute! I actually have a lot of Christmas cards already done (left from last year 🙂 Yippee!
January when I buy the next years decorations on sale!
Crafting, after Halloween and bfr Thanksgiving!
R
I try to start early, but usually end up making cards and projects in early December. 😉 ooops
Wow, what a great release! Well, they all are, I enjoy them each month, thank you for all of your hardwork!
I start to plan my xmas projects late september, early october. I like as much time as possible.
thanks..
I am known to start late. Sometimes not until December.
I try to begin in October, but usually end up doing most things at the last minute in December!
I have an idea about what I would like to do in July. Change or refine in August and Sept. . Collect supplies and paper in October. Change my mind entirely in November. Frantic regroup and create a finished product in December just in time for Christmas.
I gather holiday ideas all year long then make my cards in November… It’s one of my favorite things to do so I try to savor the moment!!!
I usually start in October! I already have a couple Christmas card orders to fill!
When my children were growing up I would start in May. Now that my chilren are adults I start in Septemeber. Life is so different with no children living at home. I can’t wait for grandchildren someday!
September… Is that bad? 🙂
I follow several Christmas card challenges, so I am making cards all year long. Over the summer, I don’t make too many, but come fall…bring it on! 🙂
I usually begin making my Christmas cards in the summer because I made approximately 80 of them. Last year I made several designs vs previous years in which I made 1 design which I massed produced. I am enjoying making a variety of designs.
As for other christmas projects, I usually begin at the end of October after I make Halloween 7 Christmas.
I begin thinking in July and doing in September….thanks for the ideas this month!
In a good year, I begin making cards in October. I hope to have the house decorated during the Thanksgiving weekend. Christmas cards should be mailed in the first week of December. Hanukkah cards are mailed by the first day of Hanukkah. In an off year,
I just try to keep my head above water!
I don’t usually start till October, and I am usually finishing things up into December. I guess I work best under pressure!
I usually start making Christmas thing in October. I should probably start in July because there never seems to be enough time between October and Christmas to get it all done!
Thanks for the chance to win!
I starts preparing Christmas cards in september. Thanks for All the inspiration and for the chance to win! Gr. Karina Beck, Denmark.
Being a midwest transplant in Arizona, it’s hard for me to get in the Holiday mode until about October when it starts to cool down a bit. I usually don’t get into high gear until December though.
I’m an all year kind of planner for Christmas but I really don’t start making gifts/cards until summer is over – a little cool air and I’m ready to start! I have my list for tonight ready to go…I’ve had to pare it down and down to fit the budget – but thankful I can order!
In the past, I’ve waited until 2-weeks before Christmas. But this year, I’ve been so GOOD! I’ve crafted one Christmas item a month since the beginning of the year! That will give me a BIG head start come Christmas season!
I look for ideas all year long, but I don’t usually start making things until the middle to end of October. I also don’t send Christmas cards…I send Winter cards! I make them in January and enclose a photo of the kids outside in the snow. My winter cards always include some kind of snowflake stamping, so I’m always very happy to see new designs for that.
I start early but my problem is I don’t finish my projects until the last minute.
The PTI September release always gets me thinking about Christmas cards in order to get them done before the Christmas rush. The rest of Christmas preparations starts the beginning of November, right after Halloween.
Oh man, before I stared going back to school I was on the ball with Christmas projects. Now unfortunately it’s not usually until Christmas break. :/
Year round for the crafty stuff, like tags etc., but the shopping begins right after the Back to School sales when everything is marked way down.
Every year I make about 100 Christmas cards so I’ve already begun. LOL
I’m always a bit of a procrastinator when it comes to Christmas. I definitely start after Thanksgiving, I like to do my holidays one at a time I think.
I love the new products!
I start thinking about Christmas during the current season for the following year, and I do projects and cards here and there all year long.
Last minute girl here. December 🙂
I follow several Chrsitmas card challenge blogs, so make my cards all year long. Usually in the summer, I slack off, but come early fall…bring it on! 🙂
I usually start sketching out card ideas in July and then September is card making start time, so all these peeks are perfectly timed!
i live in charlotte, nc. the “southern christmas show” is a 10 day shopping and decorating “show” that comes to the area in early/mid november. i start most of my ideas, shopping, and crafting right after going to the show. i normally go on the first or second day and spend from opening at 10am until closing at 9pm. it is such a fun time! i do normally start my christmas cards and photos before that time, but other projects and purchases begin there!
i like to work on them all year so I’m not too far behind, but once the house is decorated and Christmas time is *really* in the air, that’s when I really get in gear!
In the past I have always been the “last minute” girl. But I am retired now so I have so much more time. I have the design worked out …soon after I get my halloween/Thanksgiving cards done. Which will be soon, I will get right to the Christmas cards. So I’d say October!
I start shopping & gift creation in the summer. Cards, I try to start in August so I can meet the deadline for OWH.
ha! Not soon enough it seems 🙂 but I’m already starting to brainstorm ideas and hope to have the cards made by Nov 15th…done before Thanksgiving and ready to be mailed on Dec 1st!!!
I gather ideas all year long. I’ll make Christmas card whenever I have inspiration. Well, I’ll take it serious and start the Christmas project in September.
When do I PLAN to prepare, or actually start doing it? Lol!!! Usually end of November….
I start Christmas cards and treats in the middle of October. Also, my daughter starts in October so she can meet the deadline for Operation Write Home.
I start thinking about it when the large chain stores put out the holiday crafting supplies. Today I’m working on Halloween ATCs to trade and cards for family. Thanksgiving cards are next. So far I’ve decided on a Christmas cookie recipe for my sister’s annual swap (27th year)and am working on the packaging.
I always start making Christmas things in October to give me plenty of time to shop and decorate!
I don’t have that many to make so it’s usually closer to Christmas. This year, I have to make more though so I will probably start earlier 🙂
I am already thinking about what I want to make. I will get done with Halloween, then start for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Ya’ll are good! I’m so bad…I usually do my things the week before x-mas. *blush*
I usually start in September-but I haven’t started yet!
Um…….way too late!! Ack!!
Well, my husband says no Christmas decorations can go up until December 1st, but I am dreaming of my craft and baking projects long before and usually start in October! My favorite time of the year!
I have been known to begin my Christmas card making in
July. I think that happened ONCE!!! Last year I was
very late and began in November…much too rushed. Not
going there again! This year I started at the beginning
of September. Things are just about right timewise.
Hope I can keep at it now that my schedule is a little
busier.
I usually start shopping around September or October. I really get going on my cards around Thanksgiving.
I make a lot of Christmas gift tags for gifts so I try to start early, I started in June this year, seems it’s never to early to start. Thanks for such a great release.
I usually do not decorate, when I got married almost 3 years ago, I moved into my husband’s place so it was a little bachelor-ish. I try to start making my christmas cards by Thanksgiving. Next weekend we are moving to a house, that we both chose, I’m hoping for great things this year. With family, friends, my fur babies…..
Well, we usually go on vacation in September and I start soon after that, which is the perfect timing, ’cause then also the Pti release is out and I’ve got lots of inspiration from all of you!!! Like now! Thanks so much!!
January! Because I always intend to get a good start in the Fall and the time gets away from me, so I resolve to start in January every year. 🙂 This year I’ve been good though, I already have projects begun that I started in August.
I normally start preparing for holiday projects sometime in November. But these last couple of years I have been participating in craft fairs so I’ve been getting into the holiday spirit a bit earlier…like now!! 🙂
I try to start thinking about my projects during the summer months. I keep an idea notebook, so I go through that and start putting ideas together. I start after Halloween and start making cards and ornaments. Thanks for the great, new ideas!
I usually start in October. Things really getting happening the day after thanksgiving, thats when i start decorating the house and baking. I will shop year round. When I see a gift for someone I buy it then.I like having gifts that I’m making done early December. It feels stressful if it to hurried and I like to enjoy the Christmas.
The day after Christmas. Seriously. I love Christmas and everything that goes with it (except the shopping crowds). My kids know I’m working on Christmas stuff when they hear the Christmas music playing.
I think about it all year long…..but usually don’t start until Thanksgiving!
I usually don’t start until December, but this year I am so inspired by all of the PTI projects that I found myself stamping snowflakes yesterday! My mind is racing with all of the different things I want to do.
I make Christmas ornaments for everyone and usually start shopping for fabric and ribbon in September!
I am soo very excited about the new stuff! I usually try to start in September, but then procrastinate for a month or two and then frantically get things out end of November. I am going to try to be more organized this year. We are far away from home for the first time and a card is going to mean so much more this year.
Growing up my parents would start playing Christmas music in September. My Dad would say “it’s the start of the ‘ber months!” Now that I’m all grown with my own family I’ve started the same tradition.Wonderful memories to remember and many more to create! So, September is the start for my Holiday/Christmas projects.
I usually start the day after Thanksgiving! I can’t wait for Christmas time! And the new releases are just amazing! Really gets you in the spirit!!
hugs…
Melissa
I start preparing for the holiday season usually in late September especially with all the new products that start to come out.
In the past I usually start right after Halloween and hopefully done with everything, including card making by December 1. This release has been a real motivator for new projects!
I guess I’m affected by the shorter days around this time– it gets me thinking about the holidays coming up (and sometimes too quickly for all that I’d like to do!)
I start the day after Thanksgiving. But now that I plan on making cards I am going to start as soon as my stamps come in.
I start in September with lots of plans & great ideas but somehow time always has a way of escaping me and I am usually finishing things up mid December. Thanks for this release to inspire me, I shall likely be wrapping things up Christmas eve!!!
I start in October with the Christmas cards. It is never too early.
I am a procrastinator, so I usually start preparing for the holidays the end of October or beginning of November. What a fun release!
I’m a procrastinator and normally start making cards after Thanksgiving!
This year I started last year when I got your christmas stamps. However, looking at my stash, I’m only 5 cards in. Time to get crackin! Plus, I’m excited to make a wish list this year with the new set coming out for my kids.
I make all different holiday cards year round. Especially Christmas cards.
Oh my gosh…..I have already started my holiday paper crafting projects and ideas. In fact, I will give myself up and admit that I have Christmas on the brain, year round. It never leaves me, nor forsakes me. I have more holiday product than any other theme or category. Hmmmm….Is this a borderline confession of a scrap-a-holic??? LOL
I will start as soon as many new toys arrive!
I am quite a procrastinator so I don’t usually start until November. But there is so much awesome inspiration and so many goodies in this release that I can’t wait to get my order and start NOW!
I always say I’m going to start early then procrastinate until nov or dec. ahh maybe this year I will get it together. Love you guys! So many wonderful ideas!!!!
I am usually ready t start Christmas in the middle of October. I have to wait until it cools down a little – I am from Georgia and the summers can be hot – Christmas is far from my mind until fall
Right after Halloween or I will never get done!
wellllllll, would you believe the day before. eeeks!!
I love to shop leisurely rather than in a frenzy so I tend to begin my Christmas shopping sometime after Easter.
Around the same time PTI starts posting holiday projects. It puts me in the mood and it usually take a long time to create everything I want to create.
I work on Christmas gift projects all year round. I like to make handmade gifts. Around September I start on Christmas gift wrapping projects. In October, I start on Christmas cards and ornaments. I bake in November and December and work on handmade wrappings for my baked goodies and jam all year as well.
Happy Harlequin and Beautiful Beads. I can’t wait!
I’m probably really really slow but I love the Fall season so much that I relish in that as long as possible. However, I’m always hiding away little gifts I fine through the year and my Christmas cards are made by May each year!
sadly…almost always too late! HA!!! like November or something!! as if!!! maybe some day I’ll get to actually do all that I think of and even plan…way in advance…actually in advance of the holiday season! fingers crossed!! (and the release is gorgeous…so many ideas already in my head to use!!!)
I make cards for OWH. Christmas cards need to be in by the end of October so I start making cards over the summer.
What a great release!!! Thank you for bringing great ideas to us! I usually start my Christmas cards in the middle of summer, July-August would be my official start time, but I do 1-2 cards per month, and then November is crazy busy with 1-2 cards a day to complete them all!
With all good intentions, I would start creating christmas cards in October… but it often turns out to be mid November before I even start!
I always hope to start in July but usually it’s September or October.
I wish I could say that I start early for my Christmas projects, but I’m being honest and I usually don’t start until after Thanksgiving. I know, YIKES!, but maybe, just maybe, I have been so inspired that October is looking good!
I’d like to get started now – feeling very inspired by the countdown. Normally I make a start in October, but already I have ideas buzzing around in my head.
Awesome release again! I usually start Christmas shopping and preparation right about now. I already purchased a couple toys, picture frames, fabric and gift cards. With three girls in the house you can never start to early 🙂 !!!
I usually wait till the last minute, last year i waited to long and never got my cards made:(
I wish I started preparing earlier but I find that I just start near the end of November…maybe I operate better under pressure?
Thanks for the release inspiration and contest
It depends on what else is going on in my life each year! I like to prepare ahead of time as much as possible.
I begin to make my Christmas cards in early November. There are some cards going overseas so I need to make sure them arrive in time.
I usually don’t begin until mid November but hope to start earlier this year:)
I’m already about through with Christmas shopping but Christmas crafting usually starts mid October. Really looking forward to getting an early start this year after this release!
When the first hints of Fall come around my mind starts thinking of all things ‘holidays’. I start gathering ideas from magazines, and of course now Pinterest! My actual crafting doesn’t usually begin until mid-October.
Christmas is one of the only holidays that I don’t do much papercrafting, but we do baking every week, starting right after Thanksgiving.
I wait until around Halloween…then I crank out projects!!
I tend to make things a little at a time all year long, whenever the inspiration hits me!
About two weeks before Christmas! It takes me forever to decide on the design.
I collect papers, embellishments, ideas all year and begin the actual “making” process in September!!!
I do it late – usually after my daughter’s birthday on 12/12. Having a December birthday as well, I know it’s no fun to be forgotten about in the shuffle of Christmas preparations, so we just do a mad dash closer to the holiday.
Sometimes if I’m on it, 4-5 months before Christmas time. Since I have a big family and can’t buy gifts for everyone, I’ve been handmade gifts for the 6+ years. It becomes a whole mass production over the months but so worth it when the gifts are given away . . . {{{from the HEART!!!}}}
I know I should start now but know I won’t start until December! Every year I say I’m going to start earlier but it just doesn’t happen. Maybe it will happen this year since all the great projects have made me want to start as soon as I get my new Papertrey goodies. Can’t wait!
I am a procrastinator. I usually wait until the beginning of December. Love the added stress – not!!
I’d love to say I start early, but I am usually not beginning until after Thanksgiving. And sometimes my goal of Christmas cards isn’t met, then I have to repurpose them as New Year’s cards :-).
Well, that would be at the very last minute! But I’m determined to catch up a bit this year and get started early! Love the inspiration here!
I usually start my creating in November, but have to really admit that I’m really creating until the last minute- usually Christmas Eve and beyond!
I start my Christmas cards in July. My stamp club has a stamp camp in July and we all work on our Christmas cards.
I start my cards in October and shopping around the same time!
………Oh, I am the world’s worst procrastinator….probably don’t get in the mood to work on holiday projects ’til the first part of November!! Gotta have that “holiday spirit” to get motivated!!
We start the day after Thanksgiving! Love the holidays!
I start preparing in October. I like to have my items purchased, and planned out in advance. Then I have 4-6 weeks to work on them.
I’m always looking for Christmas projects. Yup, year-round! Pinterest hasn’t really helped much… I do find that I start going full speed once the cool air hits, usually in September.
Usually by 1st Nov. Looking forward to the release.
I begin to think about Christmas cards in August and start buying staff and making cards in September, but I gather inspiration and ideas all the year!!!
Mary Poutou
PoutouM@piraeusbank.gr
I’m usually well-intentioned to giving thought to Christmas ideas all throughout the summer. But, honestly, it’s usually crunch time in November & December to get it all done!
If I must confess, I usually wait too long and then am frantically trying to get done. (Am I the only one?). When will I learn?
I belong to a stamp group that meets the third monday of every month. In July we have a stamp camp week where we all bring our holiday stamps and share. I generally go to camp with an idea of what my cards will be and get them done that week in July. I am not done yet this year but about 2/3 finished. Hope I can get the opportunity to bring home some more PTI stamp sets by winning!
While I may think about gifts or where I’ll be for Christmas all year, I really don’t do any planning until the first week in December. Then panic sets in, lol.
In Canada, we celebrate Thanksgiving in early October so I generally get into Christmas gear after that … I must say that after this month’s release, I’m raring to go NOW!
Sadly, I am a procrastinator and end of starting in early December! I’m hoping to change that this go around. 🙂
I try, I try and I try…every year I try to get started early..say September or October…but every year September and October fly by so fast and then the Holidays are here in the blink of an eye! This year it will be different! LOL I AM going to start this year NOW! No I MEAN IT! Really! Right now!
I usually begin in July. I have already made half of my Christmas cards and have started on a few “crafty” gifts. Decorative items will soon follow!
I started Christmas cards back in January, while I still had stuff out from last year! But, my usual shopping/wrapping and all the decorating will begin the day after Thanksgiving. Thanks for a great release! Can’t wait for Christmas! =o)
I try to start cards in October. I am not allowed to cook because nobody wants a trip to the hospital so I am the cleaning crew. lol
Holiday time in not usually the happy time it should be in our house. My mom lives with us and she gets so stressed out about family coming and things being perfect that it all becomes such a downer around here. I try to keep my head down and my mouth closed.
I usually begin with christmascards in october and every year I decide to start earlier but somehow I never succeed.
I ususally don’t start til’ the begining of November!! I LOVE making all of my cards early and then sending them out in the begining of December so that they can be enjoyed!! =) THANKS for sharing and for the chance to win!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
Oh, goodness! I always “plan” to start during late summer/early fall. But it seems like I get around to it in November or even the beginning of December 🙂
I usually start to make the Christmas cards in October. Thank you for the chance to win.
I usually start Christmas projects in November. I love to make Holiday tags and usually a few cards and gifts as well. I really ought to start planning 6months early, maybe I’ll do better next year.
I usually do not make Christmas cards, but I make some tags, packaging, and treats, starting around the first part of December.
In years past I have started making cards and notebooks in January. If I wait they won’t get done!
I have been trying to make 4 cards per month, starting in January. Even if I miss a month or two, I have a nice stash of Christmas cards to choose from in December. Other projects don’t usually get started until October or November. I love all of the inspiring projects this month!
Growing up we weren’t allowed to start anything Christmas until after Thanksgiving dinner was done! My mom and her sisters did a craft show that weekend every year at Ocean City, MD and we would always listen to her cassette of John Denver and the Muppets Christmas album the whole ride down. I’ve kept that tradition and patiently wait until Thanksgiving night every year before starting Christmas at my house, and that’s still one of my favorite Christmas albums now!
I prepare all year – I love making tags and cards when there is no pressure:)
I usually start with my cards in May or June because I have to send overseas cards and gifts by October. I like to prepare well ahead to avoid any stress at the last minute!
I always plan to start early but somehow that never happens. I start getting inspired in September but then somehow Halloween comes and goes and before I know it, Christmas is right around the corner. This year, I’m REALLY going to TRY and get started now…I hope (hee,hee). 🙂
I start thinking about and working on Christmas gifts and projects by September 1. I am always done shopping before Thanksgiving. I can no longer handle the mad crowds in the stores after that. My Christmas cards are made and just need to be addressed.
I’m afraid I’m a last-minute person so it might be December before I do some of my projects. But last year I loved my new PTI Christmas stamps and supplies and didn’t want to put them away. So before I did, I did start some cards for this year. I’m about ready to pull those out and finish them!
not soon enough!! last christmas, i vowed to start my crafting in july, but sadly, july came and went and I have yet to start. hopefully, i will start soon, though!
Since most of the hobby & craft stores are already putting Xmas stuff out in July, my mind wanders to what types of Xmas projects I can do then!!!!
I really start getting in the mood to start my cards as soon as the weather gets a little chilly!
I wish I could say I begin early, but other than picking up a few gifts as I see things, I am a last minute gal. Guess I work best under pressure =D
so much to love, almost too much really! I make an ornament for all my family every year, as well as tags and usually the wrap as well. This release will give me a lot of new options!
Suggestion for the tissue die, which I love, BTW, SCALLOPS! Can’t wait!
I start mine at the begining of December.
I really really bad about starting too late. But I also try to do too much, I make ornaments, cards, tags, and often the wrap. Then I’m down to the wire, staying up until all hours! Oh, the plight of a crafty working mom!
I usually begin preparing Christmas/Holiday projects right after Labor Day – I love this time of year for this, it gives such inspiration!
I usually start preparing for Christmas in November but always seem to run out of time for all the projects I would like to do. With this fabulous PTI September release I plan to start as soon as I receive my order!!!
I start in midoctober. I live in california and that is when the weather changes and puts me in the holiday mood.
Now seems like a good time. This week has been so inspiring I have pulled out my Seasonal supplies for Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas getting ready to get ahead of it this year.
I begin around May or June. I get in the Christmas spirit early on! Thanks for the gorgeous eye candy!
I often get the Christmas crafting urge in the summer, when I have a little more free time. I like to begin work on more time consuming things like gifts I’m making then. Despite great intentions, I’m usually working on cards right up until Christmas!
I usually start in November sometime. However, seeing all the fabulous projects have me ready to get going!
I know I should start earlier, but usually right after Thanksgiving!
I am such a late starter about making my cards for the holidays…however I gather my pretty products as soon as I see them, so I will be picking some of these beauties up now. Love the new release!!!!
I stamp all my Christmas cards in July to keep within the Christmas in July theme. I start making my Christmas gifts in October and making a gift list so I can start looking for things on my list. Last year was a breeze because I got everything wrapped and done way before Christmas so I got to enjoy a very stressed free holiday.
I don’t have a set time for beginning making christmas cards, I just start doing so when I get inspired =)
I always am hoping to have it done early, but it always ends up being a rush to get things done in December.
ummm, November?
I’d say usually September/October, although sometimes I work on projects year round.
I usually don’t start until about October some time. I try to get the shopping done in October, the cards done in November, and the decorating the first week of December. It doesn’t always happen that way but that’s the guideline I try to stick within.
Even though I think of gifts thru the year I don’t get serious until the end of September.
I start thinking about my Christmas projects by August, but usually don’t start them until November (or December) !
I usually make a few cards and tags the week AFTER Christmas…while the tree is still up, the scraps and stamps are still out from the PRE-Christmas frenzy….but the pace is much slower and it feels like nothing but FUN! I then start my official Christmas card making the next October…but you and the girls have totally messed with THAT schedule this year…I am so excited to get my hands on these stamps and dies that there is NO WAY I will be waiting til OCtober to get started this year!
I usually start by making gift tags when the inspiration strikes me. This year, I think it will be as soon as I get the items from this release. Fun!
I at least start with my lists and things to do in July, but it is almost always September by the time I actually start getting into projects and cards. Although this time I have been participating in Christmas card challenges from the beginning of the year and have built up some stash for sure.
I usually start a few weeks before Christmas! Maybe one of these years I’ll get a better head start.
Beginning of September always gets me going, not sure if it is because it starts to feel like fall but it is definitely the month that I get moving on all things holiday! Happy Fall Everyone!
I’ve already started with my Christmas cards and am doing some cross stitching which seems forever to finish. Since we send out so many cards(125), I like to get an early start. I usually put up our Christmas decorations mid November because it takes me at least a week to complete the task. Thanksgiving is usually spent at another relative. I like to have December be as stress free as possible. Can’t wait for the new products which I’m sure some will be incorporated into our Christmas cards. Great job this month.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
I started Christmas cards in July! I made a bunch of them already. I love Christmas. I LOVE the Diamond pattern die.
I would like to say that I start now but the truth is that I am a HUGE procrastinator and rush around at the last minute to try and get things finished. I have been known to spend the entire Christmas Eve putting the finishing touches on my projects for gifts.
I start my plotting, er planning in the summer. BUT the actual doing starts in September fitting int between Halloween and Thanksgiving! 150 holiday cards go out on Nov 1.
Despite my good intentions, I rarely start until around Thanksgiving!
Oh right after Halloween! I have the ideas in my head or pinned to my board all year!
I usually start in October, but I always think I want to start in July. But that never happens.
I can start right after I get inspired by all the holiday goodness at the September PTI release each year!
I almost always wait until after Thanksgiving is over. Otherwise it just doesn’t seem like a special holiday if I’ve done all the fun stuff ahead of time!
Cheers,
Katie
I try to start my holiday projects by October…but it just depends on what is going on with life!!
Great release!!…as always!!
My card making friends and I normally have a Christmas in July night when me start our Christmas cards. this year I am very behind – haven’t started – maybe tonight!
I’m a last minute person. Cards get made in December. Sometimes I will gift shop ahead of time. I gather supplies for Christmas cards anytime of year. Why can’t I start some of them then?
I wish I could say I start months in advance, but sadly I don’t. I usually wait until the last minute and many projects get postponed until next year and the cycle continues.
I usually start in the summer by coming up with a general idea for our Christmas card. Because we moved this year, I’ll be more than a little late…but the Design Team’s inspiration will get me going soon! And I’ll be able to incorporate some of the new stamps and dies!
I simply don’t start early enough :)… this year I’ll be doing good to start in November!
Every year I say I am going to start my Christmas cards and projects early so I won’t be so rushed right before Christmas but it is usually after Thanksgiving before I actually get started. I am ahead of the game a little this year because I ended up not sending out any cards last year so I have some already made. But with all the cute new Christmas goodies this year I will have to make some new things to go with what I already have.
I try to start right after Christmas since there always seem to be ideas in my head at that time. I’ll design a few cards then later make several of each during the year, often on Thursday nights when my stamping group meets.
July! I usually buy an ornament in July, and start buying supplies for making cards. We also watch one Christmas movie in July. My husband loves Summer so that is all I can get away with!
I start around about now, with several teachers gifts to prepare for late November then I start on the family presents. But looking for ideas goes on all year.
I am behind schedule this year, so I have to rev up and get into high gear. I usually start in August. Thanks for all of the inspiration!!!
I usually start around late September or early October. I always have to many projects that I want to do. I always run out of time to do all that I want to do.
I’m sure, like everyone else, I usually plan on getting started really early on my Christmas cards/projects…like about now. But, I usually end up getting so busy with other things, that I’m always scrambling at the last minute to finish them and send them out. Typical I’m sure.
I’m terrible–I usually don’t start until after Thanksgiving. But last year and this year I’m in charge of making some 200+ tags for a cookie sale for a charitable organization I’m in–so I started in October last year, and I’ll start soon this year too.
I’d love to say I start early, but truth is I usually actually get started mid-November.
I don’t usually start until Nov. But for the first time, I am thinking of making various card sets as gifts. So should probably start soon.
I can’t get into the Christmas Holiday mode until I make a few Hallowe’en cards for my niece, nephew and little grand nieces. Then I can switch gears and get into the Holiday spirit. September/October is about right!
I usually like to start in late October. I makes tags for myself, my mom and a friend. I love using the tag dies for this process.
Not soon enough! I try to start by November but frequently I am whipping up tags and gift wrap at the last minute!
I belong to a group called ..The 12 Kits of Christmas… We have been making our Christmas cards all year long. I have to say it has been so much fun making Christmas cards all year! Such a fun way to use those holiday stamps ,we even did one month of Hanukkah.
I started my holiday cards last month to avoid the last minute rush.
I’ve been so inspired by what you are releasing tonight that I will probably start sending Christmas cards again this year and start as soon as my order gets to me!
I usually start around the end of September! Can’t believe it’s time already!
I start my Christmas crafting in August and gift buying in October. Of course I’m always looking in the stores and magazines for inspiration for new ideas so that could happen any time – so I could be Christmas crafting in July!
If preparing means buying supplies, then I start during the previous year’s post-Christmas sales. If preparing means actually making something, then I begin after Thanksgiving. Childhood rituals are too ingrained in me and Christmas never showed its face until Santa arrived during the Thanksgiving Day Parade, so that’s how I operate. I do sneak in a Christmas song during the year, though.
I start making my Christmas cards and decorations in the fall and decorate the house the weekend after Thanksgiving…
Fall always makes me begin to get excited for Christmas, so that’s when I start thinking and planning for our holiday gifts and cards.
My intentions are to start early but for some reason I always run out of time!!! defining early is what I need to do!! Have a great day!!
I start preparing in November (start decorating the weekend of Thanksgiving) and end-up shopping and mailing items the week before Christmas!! yes, a procrastinator here!
My cardmaking begins in January. I make 5 greeting cards each 25th of the month and end up with more than I need for my family and friends; rest goes to OperationWriteHome for our troops. Gifts generally get started in summer or early fall.
Must say this round of releases are amazing!
I start my projects in July. I’ve already made and sold 9 dozen Christmas cards for my Bible Study gals! I’ve also made a few dozen for myself to send out. Love Christmas!!! But the more projects I do, the more ideas I get!
I make cards throughout the year when the mood strikes. I get serious as soon as I am done with halloween.
I usually don’t prepare projects until the last two weeks before Christmas. My cards are done in November.
I started my Christmas cards this year at the first mention of Christmas in blogland. I think I have about 10-15 done so far! I can’t wait to get some new holiday stamps and dies!
Believe it or not, I started way back in January just by taking part in challenge blog, especially christmas project challenge blog and make one card a week, that way, I can really have a relaxing time in November/December!
I try to make cards all year long so I have them ready to sell at seasonal craft shows.
I usually begin preparing ornaments and christmas gift, those in July or August if I can, so that I have time to spend making Christmas cards in November… but I started early this year since I have been making christmas cards for the CSAYL challenge blog…
I do my cards in Nov. and other projects the last two wks. before Christmas.
I started my cards in July. I have over 100 to make. Love the creations this year.
I normally start my Christmas cards far later than I should (I’m a bit of a procrastinator). This year I’d really like to get a jump start on them, so I’ve promised myself that I’ll at least get my two or three designs mocked up and ready to go by the end of this month. That way I can take any orders from family and then rev up to make my own to send out. I usually send out close to 75, so it’s no small task as I’m sure many of you know. They’re hard work, but I always find they’re the most fun and most exciting projects of the entire year!
I’m really terrible about starting holiday projects…it seems that for me to be in the mood, the holiday has to be just about upon us. So, I’ll probably wait until after Thanksgiving! Terrible, I know!
Try to start early but I am usually doing things at the last minute also!
I usually am doing projects at the last minute so I have chosen to simplify things by only making handmade items for my family and best friends.
Believe it or not, I started my holiday project in January, just by taking part in challenge blogs, especially christmas project challenges, one card a week, that way, I will have a relaxing time in November/December!
Im usually pretty good about doing holiday cards year round … More projects in October and seriously beginning right after Thanksgiving… Its such a magical and busy time of the year!
My 3 friends and I go on a girls getaway every year in October and make our Christmas cards together. We started doing this over a weekend many years ago, and have gradually extended our time away so that we are not rushed and have a more relaxed time creating, laughing, sharing supplies and ideas, and we come up with some wonderful cards. We, of course, begin planning what supplies to use sometime mid summer, so it’s always good to see the new releases in plenty of time to make our purchases and get everything ready to go. Just about a month to go to our getaway….Can’t wait to get started!
I start gathering ideas and making lists in July then I start making things in sept.
At least that’s what my goal is!
Andrea
Generally in October but this year, I have already finished my Christmas tags made with all the wonderful PTI stamps!
I wish I could say I started really early, but sadly, it’s usually not until after Thanksgiving that I start Christmas projects. Thank you for the chance!!
I usually start sometime in October. A few years ago, I told myself if my Christmas cards are not done by Thanksgiving, they are getting bought! I just done like the added pressure that time of year.
I always have good intentions to start early but it always ends up being after Halloween.
I have already started working on my holiday projects, you can never start too early! I love making holiday projects.
As soon as the Christmas sales are over I’m ready to begin making Christmas cards while the snow is falling and I can stay indoors out of the cold gray days. That means I begin anew in January and can really enjoy December without the panic and pressure.
I usually start my cards in the spring and finish sometime in the summer. In the fall I start thinking what new ways to decorate the house. Shopping starts in October. Last year I did it last minute, and never again. Way too frantic. This year I want to enjoy the season even more.
I’m one of those People that start waaaay to late. 🙂 I usually scramble the week before Christmas to get all my projects done.
I like to begin making the Christmas cards right after the holiday sales in January. Then I can avoid the demands of december to enjoy my birthday month and all the festivities of Christmas and new Year’s.
I’m a last minute girl, all the way. I tend to start my Christmas cards in December, which always means I’m rushing and stressing. I just can’t seem to get in the mood before then!
I designed my Christmas card in my head in January. I’ve got all the supplies. Execution of the design/cards will begin sometime in October.
It varies greatly from year to year. Sometimes I’ve started in January, other times in November. It all depends on what else is going on in my life. Usually I get around to Christmas projects in the Fall and Winter months, not in the summer.
I always tell myself to start working on Christmas cards in October so I have plenty of time as I only make about 25 cards to send out to people. I usually procrastinate and don’t start working on them til December 1st! Oh well I try. 🙂
Usually by the time I get around to creating Christmas stuff sometime in December…I’m such a procrastinator!! lol
Right after halloween, since we’ve already gotten our canadian thansgiving out of the way in October 🙂
WOW, I’m always the last minute girl.
I actually start planning my Christmas cards in February or March. It always takes me a while to design my cards and they usually undergo several revisions before I am happy with the results. Then, I have a crafting retreat in the Poconos every year with several friend in late September or early October. The first thing I do is my holiday projects. Looking forward to this years trip!
I normally don’t do my holiday cards until my Thanksgivng ‘break’ from work. But, with a new baby this summer, I’m ALREADY starting to think about photos & photo cards!
“Always at the very last moment”-This is my secend name . Rarely, I can prepare things befor, but the most successful are those made just before final moment …
Right after Halloween, I move into Xmas mode…although I am looking for inspiration year round.
er…….should have started yesterday but I don’t have my PTI products yet, ;D. Honestly, right after my Halloween & Thanksgiving cards are finished, which, as it happens, is today.
Unfortunately, I usually start late. I would love to start in the summer when I have time (since I am a teacher) but typically don’t start until Thanksgiving. :/
While I think I should start earlier … I don’t seem to manage that, other than picking up some purchased gifts through the year. Handmade items are usually worked on in October through the holidays.
I started my husband’s work Xmas cards this past January as they are 300 of them. I should have already started on some gifts I have planned but it just hasn’t happened yet.
I like to start my Christmas projects in September, all of the new products and colors that the designers have come up with gets the old juices flowing.
To darn late! Every year I say “next year I’m getting and earlier start”….but it never seems to happen :)But of all the cards I make, Christmas is by far my favorite!
Never soon enough. I’m such a procrastinator and everytime I see something else that inspires me, I change my mind about what I want to do. But it would really help to win! Then I’d have lots of new stuff to choose from. Thanks for a chance.
I usually start right after Halloween. I need to get over all that black and orange… then I can start making Christmas cards, decor, and presents!
I try to start all my projects in the first or second week of September. It doesn’t matter when I start I always find more things to make so I end up behind – but I love it!!!
I usually start getting my ideas organized end of Aug and actually start making small Christmas items in Sept. I do a lot of craft shows and need Christmas products in late Sept and Oct when people start to buy for Christmas. I make my personal cards in Nov.
I love making Christmas cards and I started my first one in August. I don’t make them steady, just every once in a while when I am in the mood and need a break from making birthday cards. By the end of November I am ready to start mailing them out.
I usually begin during the summer when it is super hot. All of the winterisms cool me off!
Wouldn’t be great if I suddenly became organized about the holidays! I have finished two Halloween cards (need five more), but I have not even thought about Christmas cards. I’ve decided, however, to do an all-white or cream card this year–maybe with silver or gold accents!
Love all the new releases this month!
Each year has been different. While I like to start in late September or early October, it hasn’t always worked out that way due to work and family commitments. I’ve already started this year as I am participating in a Holiday Bazaar, so lots to do!
My goal is to start in the summer, but that never happens. So I usually begin about now. I have had this years card design ready since last Christmas. I guess I’d better get going…
I hate to say it but I never get started early enough its usually in December. This year I’m going to aim for early November!
I usually start my Christmas cards right after Thanksgiving, but I start stocking up on supplies in September and October.
I always begin with the best intentions to start early. LOL. That usually takes me from July till after Halloween. Then I start freaking out. Then I do as much as I can. In the end only close family and friends get personalized cards. Everyone else gets a standard from my leftover stash.
In late October after the Halloween cards are done and the weather starts to cool down. 🙂
I usually start making Christmas presents in November and the same with Christmas cards. I am a bit of a procrastinator!
As much as I always try to get an early start, I’m always scrambling and staying up all night to get everything done and packages mailed, so for me I need to work on projects all year round =)
October, November at the latest. DH asked me about it just last night!
I usually start my Christmas projects in November, right after Thanksgiving cards.
I am always starting late, but we have fun with it. A few days before, usually. What can I say? I am good under pressure 🙂
I usually start around July. I find that I can really get into the swing of things when a lot of the stores are advertizing ‘Christmas in July’. I then make my cards in late september/early october.
During the year, I try to collect ideas for projects. Serious work won’t get started until the card making day with my sister-in-law, Liz, probably early in October.
There is no set date to start… I might make a card in December for the NEXT year because I am in the festive mood. I make the odd one in the first half of the year when the inspiration strikes, otherwise the bulk of my cards are made in September and October.
I usually start in October with projects for Christmas and our Christmas cards.
I prepare my Christmas cards in the summer. In fact I have already finished my Christmas cards. We go south for the winter so I have to have them done early.
My goal each year is to give handmade gifts so I try to start early in the fall. Even with the best intentions, I still run out of time!
I’m a big procrastinator, so about 2-3 weeks before the big day!
I make Christmas cards all year long. Other Christmas projects start around September/October.
After thanksgiving I get in the spirit.
I’m another procrastinator – I wait ’til early December to begin any sort of holiday crafting or shopping! I hope to change that this year!
Mid November
Oh, I’m a last minute kind of gal! I really have to be in the Christmas spirit first 🙂
I like to start right after Halloween’s cards. I look for ideas or jot down ideas throughout the year and then when it nears the holiday I decide on my project.
This way I have time to order any supplies I might need.
Now!Thanks to a very organized friend who arranges card-making parties.
Usually around Thanksgiving for cards and decorations. Shopping we try to start sooner, like September/October.
I like to start making my Christmas cards in September and start my shopping in October.
I try to make a few Christmas cards throughout the year, but really kick into gear come October … so not long now! Thanks for sharing all your gorgeous Christmas projects!
Some projects take all year especially if I’m collecting materials for re-purposing,like cardboard tubes. Most of the prep is late November/early December as I bake most of my gifts.
Since all my gifts are handmade (along with my cards, tags, and gift wrap) I usually begin making the gifts shortly after the first of the year and work on them throughout the year. For the past 15 years my best friend and I have been getting get together once a week to craft and we usually begin making our Christmas cards and tags together in mid September. It’s a lot of work but I so enjoy giving gifts I made with my hands and heart.
I usually start my holiday cards in December. The month in general just gets my mood into the holidays so it’s easier! But with so many inspirational projects this month, I just can’t help but start some holiday projects now!
Believe it or not, I’ve already started! As a full time school teacher and part time fitness instructor, my crafting time is limited and I have a lot of people that I make cards for so I have to start in late August/early September. So far, I only have some tags and packaging done. I’ve been waiting for PTI’s September release! Now it’s time to get ordering so that I can my cards started!
I am always wait too long to start getting ready for Christmas, usually it is in September/October. Regardless of how crazy and stressful things get it is my favorite time of the year.
I try to start working on my Christmas cards in January. But, this year I have one done. YIKES!! I think I’m behind!!
I being thinking around the end of summer but I actually don’t get myself in gear to do anything until around Thanksgiving.
Christmas is so magical will start in November but go on until the end of February so you can say I start mine in January 😉
In October. I like to start early as for the past couple years I do card drive to card drive to collect holiday cards for the elderly that lives in nursing homes and I try to make as many as I can to make sure I have enough cards for all the nursing homes that we supports.
for us down under it is also summer/end of the school year…so i am generally washing/airing stuff out ready for summmer and putting school stuff away!!!
ohhhhhhhhhh and i need to take a photo for my christmas cards!!!! ekkkkkk!!!
thanks for a fun giveaway!!
I’ve started already! I try to start in August, since the Fall is so busy.
I start whenever the urge strikes. This year I started on New Year’s day, making ornaments from Sculpey to add to all the gifts I make for people.
I usually set myself a goal of making so many Christmas cards every month so by November they’re all done –at least theoretically! Then in reality, around November first I count what I’ve done and have to kick into high gear as I like to have them all done by Thanksgiving!
I have already started – in August. Once July and August get here, the next few months just seem to get busy and the days start to fly by. So in August I usually have a few Christmas cards done and can choose one to be “my card for the year” and just keep making them until November.
I usually prepare holiday projects in December or maybe after Thanksgiving weekend, but we’re pretty low key and don’t tend to send out holiday cards, so that makes it easy!
I’ve already started this year. Usually I don’t start til after Halloween, and then I never get everything I had planned finished. Hopefully, I will this year.
I usually start holiday (as in Christmas) projects right around Thanksgiving, get busy with shopping & other projects, then about a week before Christmas, start in again with a frenzy.
Thanks for the chance to win!
I usually wait far to long to start and then I am rushing to get things done in time. But then I am like that….
Girlfriends b-day on Saturday oh yah think of it on Thursday. too late to mail something, as usual..hate to say.
Since I usually find my self caught off guard by how quickly the winter holidays arrive, I sometimes work on cards and tags during the cold days of January and February! I also make more in the fall, because it is so hard to resist new stamps!
I have been known to work on Christmas at any time of the year, but I think I tend to really “get busy” in October, the last 3 months of the year are for holiday crafting.
I never get the Christmas spirit until after Thanksgiving, but these cute new sets my inspire me early this year.
I like to think about Christmas when the Fall is hanging in the air, still and crisp. Cuddling up to the fire and cup of coffee creates enough cozy feeling to start planning my Holiday projects, decorations and gifts. It’s always fun to test recipes for those gift packages as well!
I am someone who likes to keep things aligned to their proper season, this means I am usually in a bit of a flurry when the deadline approaches 🙂
I try to begin getting Christmas projects started in August. If I get my ideas in place and make a start, I am far more likely to get everything finished in time.
September seems to be the month that I start my planning for my cards, tags, and gifts.
xoxo, Christine
Well, every year I say I am going to start early. . . but all the busy days of heading back to school and fall holidays usually mean I don’t get around to actually doing holiday things until November. Usually after Halloween, I realize. . . oh, my. . . Thanksgiving and Christmas are almost upon me and then I quickly kick it into gear!!
I am on the lookout for an idea all year long. Then come Sept. I start getting serious.
As soon as I can force myself to do it. I’ve often set up a reminder in my calendar to start doing Christmas cards in July.
I am bad and wait till the last minute for everything, including Holiday stuff! LOL 😉 I’m working on it though…
Last year I started to make Christmas cards and had two classes sharing my ideas. This started in October and finished the middle of November. I am going to try and do that again this year.
I normally try to start in July with at least coming up with my Christmas card idea. The rest of the projects normally wait until December. I always have good intentions to start early but the time gets away from me.
I start making Christmas cards right after halloween & wrap up by Thanksgiving….I wait for all the wonderful stamp goodies ;).
Unfortunately, I am one of those people who has to wait until the last minute. So….I start my holiday gifts and cards the first of December. I work better with a close deadline. It always gets done! (and I make myself a promise i will start earlier next year).
Some years are harder than others to get motivated. Sometime in November, usually after some snow is on the ground. Just feels like Christmas when there’s snow.
I begin the first weekend in October. I am fortunate enough to be able to go away for a ‘crafting’ weekend for four days and that gets me started. Sharing creativity and ideas with other ladies is awesome!! Thanks for the chance to win the great gift!
I wish I could be motivated to start earlier, but most years I don’t begin until October or even November. With so many Christmas projects being posted right now, at least I’m working on ideas!
I make Christmas cards for my church craft sale which is mid-October, so I try to make two sets of Christmas cards (6/set) each month throughout the year. I’m not so good with my own holiday planning. That usually starts after Halloween.
I always say I’m going to make my Christmas cards in the summer to take my time and take the pressure off but I never get to it. I end up doing it in November with everything else and its a big rush 🙁 I missed the summer again this year but hey, its still September so I can get a good head start. Now I just have to figure out which goodies to buy to get started.
I typically start at the beginning of November but we moved this past July and everything is still packed away. I will have next Christmas to look forward to though!
October! It takes me awhile to grieve summer being over! I am just starting to get into fall. *smile*
I start in November
Usually, I start in early winter; but this year, I started my cards in July! Thank you for the chance to win!
I usually start in late October early November, but it depends on if I’m going to use a photo I’ve taken in the fall or I make the cards from all stamps.
I probably get started in November – sort of late but that’s usually when inspiration hits as I start seeing all the holiday decorations in full swing.
Actually I’ve already started making Christmas ornaments. As for my own Christmas cards I usually start in November.
I started in January this year!! 😉
Generally in October, because we have several family birthdays in September and it’s hard to be too many steps ahead. Smile. I do think every year it would be nice to do a little all through the year and spread it out…
I usually start Aug-Sept but I’m running a bit late this year. It seems no matter how early I start there’s always a mad rush in the last week before Christmas.
Only days before…sometimes hours. 🙁 I did redo my craft space this year so now that it is all pretty and not surrounded by concrete, I love crafting in there. I’ve already been thinking about this year’s cards so hopefully I will actually have a stress free holiday crafting experience done well in advance!
I always plan to start preparing for Christmas early, like in July, but that never really happens. I do collect ideas all year long, and have a file I place them in, so when I do start, around mid October, all those wonderful inspirational ideas are ready to be used.
As much as I try to do otherwise, I always end up getting my handmade holiday cards started in early October. How much has been completed by Halloween varies every year! (Maybe this year I’ll be better. Yeah, right!)
I think about it in September, sit on it through November and rush to get them done a few days before Christmas.
I try to start in November, but his year I have started in September because I know the next couple of months are going to be crazy busy for me!
I always say I’m going to start my Christmas cards EARLY, like Sept, but that really never happens! I usually start them in November.
I do holiday craft bazaars, so I craft year round. After a good show, I always like to ‘re-stock’ so to speak, for next year. Every day is a good day to craft!
Honestly, I’m always scrambling to finish projects at the last minute! I have good intentions, but never seem to be done early.
My mom thought my middle name was Patricia, but I really think the P stands for Procrastination. Try as I might, I am a last minute project girl. I’m stamping gift tags for co-workers gifts the night before the Christmas party, cards have sometimes gone out between Christmas and New Years. Maybe one day I’ll put myself on a firm schedule and have a slew of handcrafted Christmas cards ready to go by mid-December. Thanks for all the inspiration this month.
I love Christmas! I usually begin making cards in late September. Thanks for the chance to win. I’m so inspired!!!
I always seem to start much later than I had hoped to! I really would like to start in July but usually don’t start until November. I have already started my idea list though.
I start in September so that I can have enough time to get all my supplies and make the cards and gifts I want to send out to family and friends.
I start early….I have learned the hard way!!
Well,lessee…. I BEGIN in January, with piles of good intentions! “I’m going to make at least 6 Christmas cards a month all year long, and I’ll have a great stash ready to mail out when December rolls around!” That lasts until… maybe…. March, lol. Then I start again around October, and it’s a made dash to get them done! 🙂
I start in April by making Christmas
card samples for my relatives to choose from. I make all the cards they send to their friends so I send them samples so they can pick what they want to “order” from me.
I am definitely not a “Christmas in July” person, so I usually save Christmas preparation for December. However, some of the products in this release might just give me an early push!
Every year after Christmas I promise myself I will start during the summer. But alas here we are in September and still gathering great ideas!
I usually start after the kids go back to school in the fall and I start seeing the first signs of Christmas in stores. I try not to start too early because I always end up buying the new stuff and changing my design and stamps a few times!!
I like to start making Christmas projects as soon as I feel a chill in the air, which is in September here in Minnesota! It is nice to have plenty of time to make all of the projects on my list, without being rushed.
I have to admit that I am a procrastinator when it comes to that! So, I usually wait until the last minute and then get stressed out over it! You’d think I’d learn!
every year i say i will start early….then, life gets in the way and i scramble in november and decmber to get them made. this year, i have been making a few every month so i will be finished before thanksgiving! yay!!!
sandyh
I try to start shopping in Sept/Oct but actually get going on cards/crafts in November though I would like to get going earlier!
All of these cards and posts are so inspiring! I usually start planning my Holiday Card Making Brunch in August, then it is a mad rush to get family birthday cards and anniversaries in September, Halloween in October, Christmas cards and Thanksgiving in November, and December is all about making my Christmas gifts! I can’t wait!
I just can’t start anything for Christmas until after Thanksgiving… But, I’m a new mom and I have a feeling that this will change! Thank you
I always start out saying I will start in September (good intentions) but it is usually around the beginning of December by the time I get them completed. Love all the products and eye candy-you guys did a great job yet again
I usually try to start my Christmas in July! I usually find a stamp prior so I’m ready to go and do a little bit at a time so it’s not so overwhelming. Boxes fir treats are made well in advance so that all I have to do before Christmas is bake!
thanksgiving weekend. i dont do black friday.
Not until the middle of December, …when I am truly in the holiday spirit…sitting with a hot cup of tea, Christmas music on and just creating in the moment.
I normally start making Christmas projects the middle of summer. I am normally done by now except for this year I got started late…
Usually Thanksgiving. I always say I am going to start earlier but I don’t.
I try to start my Christmas projects in October…just depends on what is going on in life…Love all of the new releases…as usual!!…PTI never disappoints!!
I start my Christmas projects in October, that way I’m done my Halloween cards and by then I’m starting to get that holiday feeling!
I guess Im a late starter.usually right after thanksgiving.
I usually start preparing around July… but even that doesn’t seem to be early enough, LOL! I get the cards made, but then I always underestimate how long it will take me to write all the personal messages and people have been known to receive Christmas cards from me in the new year. 🙂
I used to work for a school, so I always liked to get my cards done over the summer. Of course, that didn’t always happen! 🙂
I’d love to say I start early. However it never goes as planned. I’m sorta a newbie to all this. The last two Christmas’s I’ve been doing them On Thanksgiving weekend. I sorta feel the presure on to get them done. I guess you can say I work wonders while under pressure !
I start my christmas projects at the day after christmas sales. I start looking at the after christmas sales and thinking ahead.
Usually right after Thanksgiving! lots to do!!! Thank you for the opportunity and continued inspiration. r
I start my Christmas cards in the summer but like to drag it out into November so I can use all the cool new releases! I do like to have everything done by December 1st so I can get the house straightened up and decorated, and enjoy all the special events of the season!
I usually start preparing in September, I kept trying in the summer, but summers are just way too short!!
In my head I say I’ll start in April or May but in reality I start in a wild frenzy about mid to end of November. It’s something I’m trying to get better at though 🙂
I’ve only been stamping for about a year and a half, so last year was my first time making Christmas cards. I didn’t start until November, so I felt a little rushed. This year I decided to start earlier. Seeing all the Christmas projects got me inspired,and I’ve already started making some cards.
I always intend to get started early, during the summer. But mostly it ends up being October before I finally get around to it!
Oh my…I wait until the last minute! Shame on me! Thanks for the chance to win! Maybe it will help me start a little earlier this year. 🙂
I start getting ready by shopping the After-Christmas Clearance in January…I have “new” Holiday stamps and paper packs and 90% off decorations that I have fun giving a Make-over!
Thanksgiving is the start off time for my Holiday crafting. Love this release!!!
Thanks for the chance to win! I usually start right around the end of October. I want to be done by the beginning of December so I am not scrambling right before Christmas. 🙂
I actually start preparing holiday projects around the September time frame. When the weather hopefully starts cooling down and summer has ended.
Ummm, can I take the Fifth on this? We don’t do anything too extensive late Novemberish.
I work on my Christmas budget all year but don’t start creating gifts and cards until after Halloween. This year I have a Pinterest board for inspiration!
I’m so delayed, but I normally prepare for Christmas right before the holiday. I’m a teacher, so I never have time to craft that often once the school year starts, so I grab any free opportunity I have with school breaks! I might be able to get a few done during the Thanksgiving break, but other than that, I’m a last minute person!
Every year I have good intentions of starting Christmas projects-cards, tags, homemade giftse-early, in Sept…then I get involved in other projects and before you know it, Dec is here &u I’m scrambling to get everything done! Maybe when I retire, things will be different…
I have already started gathering & have been pinning ideas like crazy. Now the real question is when will I actually start??? Ummm????Dec 1st?!
I usually start right after I finish my halloween cards.
I’m a great procrastinator! I usually don’t start until second week of December. Hopefully this year will be different (I say that every year!)
I usually try to start about October, but throughout the year I’m finding ideas for Christmas. Every year I say I’m going to start June/July, but it never happens!
I always seem to start later than I want – it’s often late October or November. I am usually feeling stressed to get them all done so I can mail cards, get gifts to people, etc! I guess I am a procrastinator in denial. 🙂 Love all the products and projects. So much amazing inspiration.
I usually start my Christmas card early October.
Usually start my Christmas cards in October & also some gift-buying, but wait till after Thanksgiving to begin decorating, baking, wrapping, etc.
I begin my Christmas cards in the end of June, and noticed that is when Hobby Lobby started putting out their Christmas stock on the shelves. This gives me time to decide if I want to improve on my cards and make others in the next few months.
Every year, my cousins and I get together and make a craft project to then give to our friends and family. We usually get going in October… It’s just around the corner!
I have to laugh at this question! EVERY YEAR I tell myself I need to have my Christmas cards done by Thanksgiving because after that, time just goes by so fast! But truthfully, I jot down ideas all year long, and usually start my cards in October. But the majority of my cards (and also stamped gifts) are done after Thanksgiving. Maybe THIS year will be different. 🙂
Usually I start making my Christmas cards after Halloween. With Thanksgiving on the horizon it gets me motivated. Really would love to win and have a terrific spending spree!!!
I always say I’m going to start early but I’m usually still making stuff on Christmas Eve.
I always plan on starting earlier but after thanksgiving weekend is when I really start feeling the pressure to get cards done.
The middle of October is when I start thinking about what I want to make and usually start my card making soon after. I like to have all of my cards done before December. I also like to make a mini album titled “My 25 Days in December” and that I usually make also in November
i try to have holiday cards complete by Thanksgiving. sometimes my projects don’t start until then though! Starbucks Gingerbread Lattes help me get in the spirit!
I usually start planning in late summer but don’t really get going until Thanksgiving.
I start in November right after Thanksgiving. I try to wait until I have seen all the holiday releases, and then order the paper and all the embellishes that I want to use. I pick the paper first and then a theme I want to use that goes with the paper. Silly huh!!
Unfortunately, never soon enough. I have a really hard time getting into Christmas right after Labor Day. Let us enjoy Halloween and Thanksgiving before bombarding our senses with all the commercialism. I do try to make hand made Christmas cards so I do start planning for them earlier (keeping my eyes open for great ideas) but don’t start execution until around Thanksgiving. If you don’t shop Black Friday, crafting is a great way to spend the time!!
I usually start in early October so I have enough time to make everything I plan to.
This summer I actually worked on some things for Christmas! Hopefully won’t be as stressed. Haha Plus all these new products are going to encourage me to keep going!
Unfortunately I tend to leave my Christmas projects till the last minute so I end up in a complete panic trying to get things finished! Maybe this year I’ll start now so I can finish in time *wink*!
I am terrible. I work way too many hours and procrastinate about Christmas cards and gifts. Most years I start making cards when Christmas vacation starts. I have decided I like cards any time before the end of January!!! Gifts are a little different – Christmas Eve they have to be!!! I start shopping and/or making gifts around December 10th.
To be honest, I usually don’t start until the first week of December. I’m kind of a procrastinator!
I have best intentions to start early with my holiday craft projects… but it’s usually right after Thanksgiving that I get supplies gathered to start. BUT I’m shopping already! It spreads out the pain, I mean fun. ; )
Christmas is really the only season I go overboard with creations(except for birthdays of course)so I make items all through the year- after Christmas day I start recycling reusing things from packaging and papers that I could save at Christmas and then I just get inspiration all year from various sources- usually the Internet by visiting blogs and things
I usually think about starting in July or august but it usually doesn’t happen until October or November. Seeing all of the papertrey projects in September usually gets me really excited! Now I just have to figure out what I want ( or can afford) from this release! Thanks for the chance to win!
I usually start creating special items for the next holiday season days after Christmas. It’s my way of prolonging the season and using the quiet, calm time to get a jump start on the next year. I enjoy the quiet days in between Christmas and New Years SO MUCH for this reason. I get to play with products I may have forgotten or never got a chance to use for that year!
I have good intentions every year to start before the fall but usually end up starting in Oct. if I am lucky. If not, Nov. or even Dec. Sigh…
Thanks for the giveaway!
I usually start Christmas projects right after Halloween.
I have 2 done already but I am a procrastinator so usually late October or early November I start my Christmas cards. I keep thinking I will start them earlier each year…maybe someday that will happen.
I usually start before now but not doing so well this year. (Have only bought a few stocking stuffers). Not sure when I will really start but will finish on Black Friday. Christmas will be here before we know it!!
I am a semi-last minute shopper, though sometimes I surprise myself by getting things done early. I am just the type of person who might forget that I had already gotten a present and would buy another. 🙂
i always say I’m going to start early and then I actually get started sometime in late November. Oh well, maybe this year will be the year!
Usually in October, once I have finished my Halloween and Thanksgiving card making.
I try and write cards around the end of November. Presents are whenever I get time.
Normally I try to start making holiday projects and gifts in July or August. Great release. Love the dies, stamps, paper and other supplies.
God bless,
Peggy
Once my kids go back to school. Projects and shopping on my list so I can hide things when they are not around.
I use to start my Christmas cards in January, but now that I have a daughter things get put off until the last minute possible!
I try to do them earlier but somehow they always end up getting done last minute…
Never early enough, to be honest… usually mid December.
I always start at the very minute….I have to do things the hard way! But, with Hanukkah, we get a few extra days to get everything done! Thank you for a chance to win!
Some on Black Friday and the rest in the middle of December
I start thinking about it in July and start making them in September. Lots of great new stamps to choose from!!
[Let me start by saying this is what I hope for in my perfect world. It doesn’t always end up this way. With that said…..]When I start pulling out my Halloween decorations for repairs and see what has to be replaced, which is usually marked by my anniversary on September 24th, I also pull out my Christmas clipboard. It has all the Christmas projects I didn’t finish or get to last year that I still want to do. I also pull out my magazine clippings and my running list I’ve kept throughout the year as well as saved on my laptop and on my Pinterest account. Then I sit down and look at the time it takes to complete each project I would like to do (including the Christmas cards which are usually started but not finished by this time) and I bring the list down to what I think is manageable and I can get accomplished before December 2, which is when I start decorating every year.(that’s my birthday-it’s my present to myself because I love decorating for the holiday’s so much) I give myself one week to change my mind and then I make my shopping list for whatever products I need. I try to coordinate my shopping day with any big sales I know are going to happen but I really like to have that done by October 15. I also know any really big things I want to do so if let’s say I know I’m going to need 15 of the small rectangle tins for a project, I will post that next to my computer so if I’m shopping the web and I see a really good buy on it, I will get them then. There are those few things you know you are going to do regardless the time, how big my list gets or how many other demands the holiday brings. That really only gives me 6 weeks to get them done before I start decorating. Every year I always have 1 or 2 projects I didn’t get done before I started decorating and with out fail I’m trying to hang all the garland while I’ve got one hand in the glitter and glue finishing the stuff I swore would be done before I started decorating. I always try to do way to much. I stress myself out and I don’t know why I do it. Of course DH always chimes in, “You know, you do this to yourself!” It’s become almost a given I have the one carry over project. So much so, that the sturdy paper box I use to put my unfinished Christmas project(s)in was labeled properly by my husband in big black marker – MAYBE NEXT YEAR!!! Gotta love ’em!
I usually start with Christmas gift tags and bookmarks in October….but I’ve been thinking about them since early August.
I start thinking about holiday projects months in advance but, despite my best intentions, I always end up finishing them (or most of them) just barely in time!
I start thinking about getting started every July but never really get down to it until Mid November!!!
I’ll probably start making tags in October or November. I always have good intentions, but I really end up making teacher gifts the weekend before they’re needed. And I’ve totally given up on making handmade cards except for my closest friends. Most others would rather have photo cards anyway.
I procrastinate when I am crafting for Christmas, so I usually start when I’m out of school for break. That’s when I can settle down and start making my tags and wrapping paper.
Can’t wait to get some of these new things! What a great release!
I usually wait until October and then rush around like my hair’s on fire to complete everything.
I always have plans to start early, but often don’t seem to really get projects started until October!!
In our community, Chabad (chekc out my link, which will be updated in a few weeks), we dont focus so much on the holiday prep for Chanukah or on gift giving. we do put in a lot of effort to spreading the story, light and joy of the holiday. This can include publicity, public menorah lightings (including beauracracy and sometimes court cases), dreidel fun houses (with “Judah the Maccabbee”), winter camp and lots of other fun, showy chanuka activities. on a personal level, i try to carry around and give out menorah kits a few weeks before the holiday, a few days before i get to shop for a menorah and its accessories- glasses, wicks, olive oil, etc. (esp. fun because im a girl doing this for myself, when its usually a man’s job and thus part of my communty’s male culture) and then once the holiday starts i get to relearn the practical and scientific rules of lighting the menorah and i make latkes. my mother doesnt know why i bother making them if everyone else has them but cooking the holiday foods makes me feel like the holiday has come and im a part of it. ( i love cooking, eating not so much, dishes definitely, absolutely not!) happy holidays to all!
Usually in early November, especially for the ones that need posting.
I try to start on Thanksgiving/Christmas paper crafts projects right after Halloween which is really too late. Although I have tried working on Christmas projects in June/July, it doesn’t work well for me with the heat and humidity…I find myself wanting to work on beach themed projects. So, it is what it is, and I will get done what I can, when I can. Stressing over my hobby will only take the FUN out of creating. After all, I have a FT job to stress me out….daily! Hahaha Thanks so much for the opportunity to partcipate.
I’m always running late when it comes to Christmas preparation. I can’t get into the Christmas creation mode when it’s over 80 degrees outside, so I start prepping things in November. Then I feel all stressed and tell myself I will start earlier next time. I hope that is true this year. A big thanks for giving us a chance to win such a large prize!
I start designing my Christmas cards in mid October because I go on this absolutely fabulous creative weekend in November where we make cards and scrapbook all weekend long. I try to get my cards done on that weekend and then on the first day of December I start my decorating with a glass of egg nog and Christmas music in the CD player!
Every year I have the best of intentions to get my holiday projects done early, and every year the time gets away from me and I’m usually finishing things up right before they have to go out the door. So, the short answer would be … I usually start my holiday projects in December. 🙂
I try to start around Halloween, but usally, I end still making things at the very end!!
can you say procrastinator?! i usually start on Christmas project about mid-November…. and every year i tell myself that i need to start sooner and never do! bravo on another fabulous release!!
I usually start in October. Something about the cool, crisp air and it getting dark out early makes me want to stay cozy & craft.
I usually get the bulk of my cards done in June & July and finish up any extras in December.
Since I quilt or knit something, I try to get going in August.
Ha! that’s easy, anytime between now and christmas LOL!
When I am finished with Halloween things. 🙂
Actually, I usually don’t get started on Christmas things until right before Thanksgiving.
I prepare throughout the year but get really serious in October when the weather is brisk and cool. It puts me in a better frame of mind!!
Every year I have the best of intentions…. I plan to start early… Spring… definitely no later than summer. In all honesty, I start Thanksgiving weekend. Much later than I had hoped.
It’s getting near that time, I usually start in October. Or maybe it’s that I start buying the stuff in October, but wait until the last minute to do everything?!
I always plan to start before Thanksgiving, and end up starting a week or 2 before Christmas. They always get out, but not without some late nights! Thanks for the chance to win!!
Well I will need to get myself organised cause I should have started already. I need to make cards and gifts for myself and my dad. Oh and goodies for craft fairs 🙂 . So my answer to the question is now. Lesley
I like to wait until all the Xmas stamps and decorations come out so I know what I want to buy which is usually September/October. I love Christmas.
I usually start at the first signs of cooler weather! Christmas cards are my very favorite kind of cards to create!
I try to get started in October…but usually do not get going until mid November 🙁
Thanks for the chance to win an awesome prize!!
I try to start at the end of summer but sometimes that dont happen so maybe end of november
I usually start my Christmas cards in October, but I’m itching to start them right now after this fantastic release!!!
I start cards in early December, projects usually earlier. It takes me a long time to figure out what I want to do!
I like to shop and prepare throughout the year! By getting things on sale and using coupons, I am able to really bless my gift recipients with extra special handmade cards and gifts that don’t hurt my budget.
I try to finish up Fall things in September so I can start Christmas in October. Inevitably though, I am still crafting just days before Christmas still!
I start thinking about things in October but usually don’t get started until December itself. This year I plan to physically start in November and I’ll keep my fingers crossed that I can pull it off so I can enjoy a less hectic December:)
I am always well intentioned…wanting to start in October or November…but usually it is after Thanksgiving!
Great products!!!
Thanks-
Kristin B.
Well, I always have grand illusions (or should I say, delusions) that I will prepare months in advance and get all my shopping done by Thanksgiving and have the house decorated before December first and have time to relax and enjoy the holidays… but it never fails that I am decorating the tree a week before Christmas and I am up till 2 am on Christmas Eve doing all of the wrapping. Ugh.
Not that I am completely inspired by Papertrey Ink…NOW!! 🙂
I usually start preparing handmade gifts in Ocober and work righ through to the holidays…
Every year I say that I’m going to start early during the summer, and every year I end up making my cards in early Dec
I make Christmas cards throughout the year and usually send them out around the first week in December.
I start in November by looking in my file for the ideas I jotted down throughout the year. It is my favorite time of the year.
Every year I say I will start early for Christmas, but it never happens. I am always running around at the last minute trying to get everything done. Right now I am still trying to decide what card to make for the holidays. You certainly provided many great ideas!!!
I usaully start in the fall. It’s my foavorite time of year when many family events happen all the way through the Christmas holidays!
I usually start after Thanksgiving: having worked retail for 25 years, I hate rushing the Christmas season (besides, I guess I’d have to say that I’m a bit of a procrastinator!!!) thanks for the chance to win: there are some lovely product in this release!!! 🙂
I usually don’t start until Thanksgiving, which is definitely too late! This month’s projects are a great inspiration – I may start earlier this year!
I do my crafting early for the holidays – otherwise I wouldn’t get anything done.
I start planning mentally now, usually labor day is our big kickoff as we travel to the world’s largest Christmas store for the long weekend. That being said, I don’t usually have time to work on anything for Christmas until the middle of November, after Halloween and Thanksgiving planning is done. I can’t wait for the holidays though!
I start Christmas projects in late October, early November…when the leaves are off the trees and there is a chill in the air…when it starts to “feel” like Christmas:)!!
I have already started my cards and will start all my decorating the beginning of November. If I am not prepared, it takes the fun out of the holidays for me.
I usually start my projects in July. I like to get a head start!
I like to start in October and if I am lucky I begin in September when it starts getting cooler! Thanks for the chance to win!
I usually do in December. I can’t do until the air is very cold. When I feel stores and homes are fill of Christamas atmosphere, I want to do.
Also I live in Japan, so it takes time to import Christmas Goods from the US.
I start thinking about Christmas this weekend every year. At the Mall of America there is a big 3 day scrapbook convention that I attend with my 2 sisters. I am on the lookout for new Christmas card ideas, paper, stamps, etc. My sister got an idea the first day of the convention and has already made several prototypes. Obviously, she’s the organized sister. Her cards will go out the day after Thanksgiving and I’ll be lucky to mail mine on Christmas Eve! Oh well, gotta love your sisters.
Usually in October or November sometime. I need to start earlier!
I usually begin in Sept/Oct. Though I have been known to wait until the 1st part of December =). I love doing paper projects for every holiday =).
I usually start thinking and planning Christmas project about July. They usually don’t get started until much later … but at least the thought is there!
I start making my family advent calendars the week of Thanksgiving. Each year I come up with a new design. This year I ordered the base for one of them in June.
I usually start my holiday projects right after Halloween. I have 2 birthdays right before Halloween, so I have to wait until after those. But then it is all holiday fun until Christmas!
I try to get ready all year but it ends up being November and a shopping frenzy! lol! This year, now that we are talking about it….I am going to try to start tomorrow! 🙂
I make all of my holiday cards & gifts after the Papertrey holiday releases in September & October. I only buy supplies from Papertrey, so I have to wait for the new products to be released to make my holiday goodies.
Being the procrastinator I am, I usually start about December 20th. LOL!
Gifts I start in August and Cards in September /October.
Love the new release.
In July or August after the kids have gone back to school.
i’m a last minute kinda gal… usually December.
I always WANT to start preparing my holiday decorations/cards in the early fall – but then reality sets in and it ends up being after Thanksgiving before I get anything done! Maybe this year will be different 🙂
I usually start my Christmas projects the first week in November.
Hi Nicole, I’ve just started. I am preparing the fruit mixture for my christmas cake and pudding, and I’ve started making some homemade gifts for my family. I’m just about to start on my christmas cards, and I like to do a mini-album of some sort as well, so I have started preparing that as well.
I shop early and try to get decorations our beginning at the beginning of December. If I’m lucky, I start baking right after Thanksgiving and get things in the freezer. I work at it right up to the few days before Christmas. I envy those who get it all done before December 1, but that hasn’t happened to me yet.
i make stuff all year round – but there always seems to be a last minute rush in the middle of December! 🙂 i try to make small batches of cards, which i keep in a special drawer. i don’t care if they’re not the same. who will know, right? 🙂
I usually start late November.
christmas in July gets me going, i love all the inspirations i get from the team to help me along
I usually procrastinate…. december. 🙂
very nice cards i like it please keep it up…
your hand made card are awesome. i like it..
I make Christmas cards all year long, but I don’t start on gifts or other projects until October or November!
First of all let me tell you, you have got a great blog. I am interested in looking for more of such topics and would like to have
further information. Hope to see the next blog soon.