Merry Christmas!

 

Merry Christmas!  I did not realize how long it has been since I last posted.  I had a lovely trip to San Francisco to visit my sister, Mary Ann.  And then I have been busy making cards, treat boxes, cookes, breads, cakes, and other goodies for "the most wonderful time of the year".  I hope that each one of you are blessed with the love of family and friends, and peace in your hearts toward all mankind.  May God bless you abundantly in the coming year.

 

June

Flakey Friends Stamp Set

 

These note cards would be great for sending a traditional "thank you" card to friends and family who have been thoughtful at Christmas and throughout the year.  It is especially appreciated by those that take the trouble to send gifts "across the miles" so that they know the gifts have been received. 

The cards are also available at the Christmas Boutique on November 24th.

Dottie for You Cards and Journal

The cards and journal were all made using CTMH Dotty for You Paper Packet.  These and other hand made items will be offered for sale at out local Christmas Boutique on November 24, 2012.  Please call me or email me for more details.

Pemberly Paper Packet Happy Birthday Card

I used the die-cut cards (3 1/2" x 8"), Pemberly Paper packet, and Casual Expressions Occasions acylic stamp set for this card.  For the flap, I first adhere the paper and then cut around the shape.  I also used the branch from the Flirty Scrapbooking Workshop Season and Nature acrylic stamp set.  This truly is a great hobby for me.  It relaxes me and I am able to save money making the cards instead of buying them.  And I almost always have a card handy for any occasion. 

Pear and Partridge Paper Pack

I was at Christian Business Partners meeting the other day and someone reminded us that we have less than 3 months until Christmas.  This is the time of the year that I usually make several layouts.  There are just too many great photo opportunities when all the festivites begin.  And, of course, each of the granddaughters has her own photo album as well as the one for Mom and Dad.  If you are already behind on your scrap booking, you might want to get a jump on things.  Studio J Online Design Software has 6 perfect Express Collections to help you catch up on those photos that seem to be stuck on the computer.  Check out page 13 of our Idea Book for more information.

Sweet Symphony layout from Imagine "How To" book using Dakota Paper Packet

 

This is such a versatile layout.  On the left page, the suggested photos would be one 6" X 4" photo and three 3" X 3" photos.  On the right page, the suggested photos would be two 4" X 6" photos and one 3" X 3" photo.  If you are interested in a class, call or email me.  (See above for number and email address.)  Kits are available for $10 plus shipping and handling.  Why not purchase your own Workshop on the Go (see page 35 of Idea Book) and get everything you need to make two to three layouts plus enough left over for several cards.  If you are local to the Yucaipa, CA area and would like a Close To My Heart Idea Book, let me know.

Clearly the Best: Terrific Two-Tone (S01E04)

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

These are just a few of the items that you could make with the October Stamp of the Month and the Cricut Artist Cartridge.  You can own the stamp of the month for $5 with a purchase of $50.  Plan ahead for Christmas and share some of the beautiful CTMH paper, stamps, organizational items, and accessories with a friend.  You can shop with me online or in person.  If you are local, you can even join in some of my fun classes.

Monogram cards using retired paper and Perfect Fit Frames

My sister loves any shade of purple so these are for her.  I think I will use the same design and the same retired paper, but use colonial white card stock instead of white daisy card stock for the next set of cards.

Monogram note cards. with Perfect Fit Frames and Pemberly Paper

I have been experimenting with my great monogram stamps.  The cards are all 4 1/4 X 5 1/2 but I scanned two together.  I am trying a variety of things to see what I like best.  Let me know your preference.

Wall Hanging Trio with Flirty Paper Pack

I love the cheeriness of this wall hanging.  The flowers are made from hearts that have been folded in half.  Then the hearts are arranged in a circle with the points forming the center of the flower.  It is much easier than I though it would be.  If you already own some frames, you can have an inexpensive wall hanging for around $5.

CTMH Bracket Frame

This is my beautiful granddaughter, Christy, with the Close To My Heart bracket frame.  The frame sports La Belle Vie paper with Sparkle Flourishes and roses made from card stock using the Cricut Artiste Cartridge.  Christy and the frame are even prettier in person.

Scrapbooking Pot Luck

September 22, 2012 from 4:00 'til 10:00 p.m. we are having a scrapbooking pot luck.  If you are interested in joining in the fun, call or email me for the details.

Cricut Cartridges and coordinating stamp sets

Did you know that you can get all the following items for $109.00?

Cricut Artiste Cartridge featuring 698 unique designs

 

plus 6 stamp sets (3 of the stamp sets have images to coordinate with the cartridge iamges)

plus 3 dimensionsal elements sets

If you have a Cricut machine, but do not feel you are using it to its potential, email me and we can get together and make some things.  There are so many possiblities to make it faster, simpler, and easier!

You can also purchase the Art Philosopy Cartridge, 6 stamps, and 3 dimensional elements sets for $109.00.

 

Call or email me if you are interested in this great deal.

Pear and Partridge Gift Card Holder

This is a gift card holder.  The card was cut using the Artiste Cartridge and left over paper from the Pear and Partridge Cardmaking Kit.  You can probably make at least five card holders using the remaining paper from the kit.  (See page 66 in the Idea Book)  Get started early making your Christmas cards.

Please click on the following link to see a tutorial on using CTMH blending markers.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuUvjNZ_21E

Stella paper packet

This is my beautiful daughter, Teresa.  I am so proud of the woman she has become.  She is a great daughter, a wonderful mom, and a good wife.  Teresa is a kind and considerate person who tries to be an encouraging and uplifting friend.  She is also lots of fun...

Do you like digital scrapbooking?  I have to admit that the above pages are the first ones I have done digitally.  Studio J has a great way to help you catch up your scrapbooking projects.  Get all of those pictures you have stored on the computer or in a box into a scrapbook that you can share for generations.  You can even add more dimension by embellishing the pages with buttons, ribbons, or bling when you receive you pages in the mail.  It is just $6.95 for a 2 page layout. 

Stella Paper Packet with Magic layout "On With the Show"

This is one of my favorite layouts.  I love the Stella (which is still available in the Fall/Winter Idea Book)  And the pattern from the Magic how to book is very versatile.  All I need to do is add the pictures. 

Card using Casual Expressions Occasions and Card Word Puzzle Stamp Sets

The colors do not seem quite right from this scan.  The colors are Sweet Leaf and Smoothie mainly.  I love these two stamp sets because the are so versatile.  Let me know what you think about the artwork on this blog.  Also, in September, I will be having a raffle drawing for my followers.  So sign up to be a follower if you have not already done so and you might win a free acrylic stamp set.  The winner will be posted on September 30th.

Cricut Artiste Cartridge Mailbox

The papers I have been using are retired.  They still make adorable 3-D objects.  I cannot tell you how easy the mailbox is to make.  Cut the shape using your Cricut Artiste cartridge.  Decorate the outside as desired with background and texture paper.  Glue on two sides.  Add the flag (also cut on Cricut) with a brad.  Add any other 3-D objects or designs and you are done in about 15 to 20 minutes.  Some folks will be able to complete a little faster and some a little slower, but it is all fun.

Cricut Artiste Cartridge Mail Box

This mail box and envelops was made using the Cricut Artiste Cartridge.  How fun is that?  The cartridge has 698 unique shapes plus a circle and square.  Email me or click on one of the gadget icons to shop with me.

Cricut Artiste Cartridge Card Box

What a great gift for a friend or for yourself.  This cute box holds 51/2" X 41/4" cards.  You guessed it...I made it with the Cricut Artiste Cartridge.

A "Ruby" red strawberry with Cricut Artiste

This is one of the many shapes you can make with the new Cricut Artiste Cartridge that is exclusive to Close to my Heart.  Call or email me if you are interested in getting free Hostess gifts.  I can show you how easy it is to make cards, scrapbooks and more, faster, simplers, easier.