I have heard from several people that they are not able to make the crop/craft day scheduled for Saturday, 1/31/09. So, I have decided to have a "make-up" night for people to come and just make the cards.
These will be the same cards that will be available for the crop/craft night on Saturday, 01/31.
Join us on Friday, February 6th at 6:30PM for a 4-card Make-N-Take!
All you need to bring is your adhesive, scissors, and smiles! :)
Please let me know either by phone, e-mail or by posting comment on my blog if you plan on attending either event so I'm sure to have enough supplies on hand.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Monday, January 19, 2009
Craft Day Get-Together
Hi All!
It has been way too long since we've planned a Craft Day get-together, hasn't it!
Please plan on joining Kim & I on Saturday, 01/31/09 for a day of crafting, talking and laughing! We will meet at St Matthew Orthodox Church, 1226 Redwood Dr, Green Bay ( check out the website for directions: http://www.smocgb.com/id5.html) from 10AM - 4PM. As usual, Kim & I will bring a bunch of our scrapping and stamping supplies for everyone to use. Please bring a sack lunch for yourself, as well as any project you want to work on.
This get-together is not limited to scrapbooking or stamping! Please feel free to join us to work on any other project you may be working on, whether it's knitting or maybe that cross-stitch project you've been working on for YEARS! (I know I have a few of those!)
MAKE-N-TAKE CARDS
I will also have 4 Make-N-Take cards available for you to purchase ($1 each) and put together. You can make just one or all 4....OR MORE!!! I will have all the supplies available to complete each; all you need to bring is your adhesive and your scissors. Who couldn't use some extra cards on hand for when you don't have time to run to the cardstore. And everyone LOVES to receive something that the giver has put their own time and effort into, making it extra-special!
If you do plan on participating in the Make-N-Take, please shoot me an e-mail or post a comment on this post so I am sure to have enough supplies on hand.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
It has been way too long since we've planned a Craft Day get-together, hasn't it!
Please plan on joining Kim & I on Saturday, 01/31/09 for a day of crafting, talking and laughing! We will meet at St Matthew Orthodox Church, 1226 Redwood Dr, Green Bay ( check out the website for directions: http://www.smocgb.com/id5.html) from 10AM - 4PM. As usual, Kim & I will bring a bunch of our scrapping and stamping supplies for everyone to use. Please bring a sack lunch for yourself, as well as any project you want to work on.
This get-together is not limited to scrapbooking or stamping! Please feel free to join us to work on any other project you may be working on, whether it's knitting or maybe that cross-stitch project you've been working on for YEARS! (I know I have a few of those!)
MAKE-N-TAKE CARDS
I will also have 4 Make-N-Take cards available for you to purchase ($1 each) and put together. You can make just one or all 4....OR MORE!!! I will have all the supplies available to complete each; all you need to bring is your adhesive and your scissors. Who couldn't use some extra cards on hand for when you don't have time to run to the cardstore. And everyone LOVES to receive something that the giver has put their own time and effort into, making it extra-special!
If you do plan on participating in the Make-N-Take, please shoot me an e-mail or post a comment on this post so I am sure to have enough supplies on hand.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Sunday, January 4, 2009
TECC49
Taylored Expressions Cupcake Challenge #49
I don't have any cupcake stamps, but I'm pretty happy with how my card turned out. So happy that I'm actually thinking of posting it on the Taylored Expressions blog! Big step for me....but a good one! :)
Here is this week's sketch:
And here is my card:
The squares with the music print are popped up, as well as the "valentine" & make my" labels and the heart. I made the labels by putting regular cardstock in a label maker and rubbing ink over the top to make the letters more visable. I've always wanted to try this technique, and I LOVE it! I will be doing that more often!!!
I didn't want to make something extremely feminine. I think this card could be given to a "Macho Man" without him thinking it was too corny... I don't know. What do you think?
Check out what the rest of the Cupcake Challenge crew put together on the Taylored Expressions website: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
I don't have any cupcake stamps, but I'm pretty happy with how my card turned out. So happy that I'm actually thinking of posting it on the Taylored Expressions blog! Big step for me....but a good one! :)
Here is this week's sketch:
And here is my card:
The squares with the music print are popped up, as well as the "valentine" & make my" labels and the heart. I made the labels by putting regular cardstock in a label maker and rubbing ink over the top to make the letters more visable. I've always wanted to try this technique, and I LOVE it! I will be doing that more often!!!
I didn't want to make something extremely feminine. I think this card could be given to a "Macho Man" without him thinking it was too corny... I don't know. What do you think?
Check out what the rest of the Cupcake Challenge crew put together on the Taylored Expressions website: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
Card Recipe:
Stamps: Aged Sheet Music (Cornish Heritage Farms); Playful Flourishes & Elegant Script (Close To My Heart)
Cardstock: More to Adore Level 2 Paper Packet & Cranberry (Close To My Heart)
Ink: Cocoa & Black(Close To My Heart)
Tools: Rustic Heart & Circle punch, Label maker, Brown ultrafine opaque Art Glitter (Barbara Trombley's), pop dots (sort of! I ran out of pop dots, so I ran a piece of foam thru my Xyron to make my own!)
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Victorian Birthday
This card is for my mother-in-laws birthday coming up in a couple weeks. I used the sketch below from Taylored Expressions for inspiration. Check out her blog here: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
I was so excited to be able to use my new toy, the Cuttlebug, on this card. I used the textile folder for the embossing. Other items used: Garnet cardstock (CTMH); embellishments and patterned paper are from a kit I bought at Target over a year ago....finally using it!
Hope you all had a safe and festive New Year's celebration! I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a better year! :)
This card is for my mother-in-laws birthday coming up in a couple weeks. I used the sketch below from Taylored Expressions for inspiration. Check out her blog here: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
I was so excited to be able to use my new toy, the Cuttlebug, on this card. I used the textile folder for the embossing. Other items used: Garnet cardstock (CTMH); embellishments and patterned paper are from a kit I bought at Target over a year ago....finally using it!
Hope you all had a safe and festive New Year's celebration! I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to a better year! :)
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
January Stamp of the Month - Moments in Time
Moments in Time(Set of 47) $22.95
All the years, months, and reminders you’ll need to build a collection of fond memories and highlight special dates to remember. Available January 1–31, 2009 only.
With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
All the years, months, and reminders you’ll need to build a collection of fond memories and highlight special dates to remember. Available January 1–31, 2009 only.
With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
National Papercrafting Month
CELEBRATE WITH CLOSE TO MY HEART!
National Papercrafting Month promises something for everyone with the exclusive Key To My Heart packet and My Acrylix stamp set, available at a savings or FREE through January 31st! Read More Here: http://www.closetomyheart.com/pdf/NPMFlyer.pdf
Kit includes: twelve 12" × 12" B&T Duos™ paper and ten 12" × 12" coordinating cardstock in the new colors of Crème Brulee, Tulip, Sorbet, and Juniper as well as a coordinating E-size Key to My Heart stamp set.
This fantastic kit can be yours by purchasing it outright for $47.90, or when you spend $75, you can purchase the kit for $20. Even better, you'll get the Key To My Heart kit FREE when you spend $130! (shipping/handling & tax apply)
You also have the opportunity to participate in a papercrafting contest. Click here to find out more: http://closetomyheart.com/papercrafting09/
NO LION!
I was inspired to make this card for my nephew's 3rd birthday from another blog, Taylored Expressions, that features weekly card sketches. Check out her site: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
I'm a day late to post on their blog for consideration as their featured artist next week, but that's ok - too much pressure for this girl! :)
Card Recipe: Stamps: CTMH Life's a Jungle & Say It in Style; Paper (CTMH): Spring Iris B&T (retired) & cardstock, Orange cardstock; Ink (CTMH): Spring Iris, Chocolate, Orange; ribbon; rick-rack; spiral clip; pop-dots.
I was inspired to make this card for my nephew's 3rd birthday from another blog, Taylored Expressions, that features weekly card sketches. Check out her site: http://tayloredexpressions.blogspot.com/
I'm a day late to post on their blog for consideration as their featured artist next week, but that's ok - too much pressure for this girl! :)
Card Recipe: Stamps: CTMH Life's a Jungle & Say It in Style; Paper (CTMH): Spring Iris B&T (retired) & cardstock, Orange cardstock; Ink (CTMH): Spring Iris, Chocolate, Orange; ribbon; rick-rack; spiral clip; pop-dots.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Merry Christmas!!!
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas Day filled will lots of love, laugher, and memories!!!!
CHRIST IS BORN!
GLORIFY HIM!
Today we woke up to 6" more of snow. That brings the total snowfall to about 36" so far this season in the Frozen Tundra of Green Bay. Our average snowfall amounts for December is 7", so we've got a little more than usual. I am fearful of what the rest of the winter has in store, and I am SO READY to buy a snowblower! Took me 2 hours to dig out our driveway today, and the snow plow is in front of our house piling more at the end of the drive. FUN! FUN!
Here are the card sets I made for my sisters-in-law, using a 10-from-1 sketch developed from a fellow Close To My Heart consultant.
The first set is blank inside for them to use however they wish by writing their sentiments inside. (I'm still getting used to my new camera, so forgive me for the bad pictures.)
I also wanted to give them some masculine style cards. Some have sentiments, some do not:
For this set I made most of them into birthday cards:
All supplies are from Close To My Heart. If you have a question on product or technique, just leave a comment on the post and I will get back to you.
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Christmas Project - Photo Cube
I think it's safe to post what I worked on most of the last couple of weeks since Christmas is just around the corner and I don't think my mom or my sisters-in-law will be checking my blog.
In October our family went to Savannah, Georgia with my parents. So for Christmas I made a photo cube for my mom, with a mini-album inside to remember the trip.
Here's the outside of the cube:
The mini-album (2"x3")inside was ordered from Walgreens and I added the embelishments:
When I have time I will post the card sets I made for my sisters-in-law. After a long day of baking and candy making, I'm ready for bed!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
December Stamp of the Month
You will LOVE the December Stamp of the Month, "Heart Throb!"
Awaken affectionate feelings of the heart with this collection of artful flourishes, funky designs, and terms of endearment. Love rules!
Available December 1–31, 2008 only. With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
Check out the stamp of the month that will make your heart go pitter-patter!
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
Awaken affectionate feelings of the heart with this collection of artful flourishes, funky designs, and terms of endearment. Love rules!
Available December 1–31, 2008 only. With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
Check out the stamp of the month that will make your heart go pitter-patter!
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
Friday, November 7, 2008
NOVEMBER DEALS!
I have not been a very faithful blogger lately, have I?
Right now, I'm in the middle of re-designing my scrapbooking space, which right now is a complete disaster area!!! So that's what I'm blaming my lack of creating/posting entries on.... That's my story and I'm sticking to it!!! ;)
Dazzling Die-Cuts!
November Promotion
You will be seeing stars—and a lot more!—during November with our fabulous Dazzling Die-Cuts combo packs. Each pack includes a dozen 12" x 12" sheets of textured cardstock die-cuts in a variety of designs (2 each of 6 colors) as well as one 6" x 9" sheet of adhesive-backed Dimensional Elements. You can get packs in the following fabulous palettes: Spring Harmony, Summer Celebration, Autumn Harvest, Winter Cozy, Basic, and White Daisy. With six different packs to choose from, you will want to purchase all of them!
It’s super simple to participate in this exciting campaign! When you place an order of $50 or more, you can purchase up to six Dazzling Die-Cuts packs for the incredible price of only $6 each (limit of one of each pack per order). Each combo pack includes darling die-cuts in stars, hearts, flowers, alphabet letters, and more.
For more information, click here: http://www.closetomyheart.com/pdf/Nov2008CCFlyer.pdf
November Stamp of the Month
"All Decked Out"
This jaunty winter snowman sports a busy sense of fashion—hats, scarves, muffs, and more! Mix and match for true winter haute couture. Available November 1–30, 2008 only.
With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE! Click here for more information: http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
NEW CTMH TV Post!
"Crazy for Cards"
When you make a card, you make someone’s day—and there’s nothing like creating 20 beautiful, unique cards in an afternoon! This episode shows you how to cut paper, mix and match cardstock, stamp up a storm, and add colorful accessories, all for about 60 cents per card. It’s a great solo or family activity—and think of how many days (including your own) you’ll brighten!
Check it out! http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
Right now, I'm in the middle of re-designing my scrapbooking space, which right now is a complete disaster area!!! So that's what I'm blaming my lack of creating/posting entries on.... That's my story and I'm sticking to it!!! ;)
Dazzling Die-Cuts!
November Promotion
You will be seeing stars—and a lot more!—during November with our fabulous Dazzling Die-Cuts combo packs. Each pack includes a dozen 12" x 12" sheets of textured cardstock die-cuts in a variety of designs (2 each of 6 colors) as well as one 6" x 9" sheet of adhesive-backed Dimensional Elements. You can get packs in the following fabulous palettes: Spring Harmony, Summer Celebration, Autumn Harvest, Winter Cozy, Basic, and White Daisy. With six different packs to choose from, you will want to purchase all of them!
It’s super simple to participate in this exciting campaign! When you place an order of $50 or more, you can purchase up to six Dazzling Die-Cuts packs for the incredible price of only $6 each (limit of one of each pack per order). Each combo pack includes darling die-cuts in stars, hearts, flowers, alphabet letters, and more.
For more information, click here: http://www.closetomyheart.com/pdf/Nov2008CCFlyer.pdf
November Stamp of the Month
"All Decked Out"
This jaunty winter snowman sports a busy sense of fashion—hats, scarves, muffs, and more! Mix and match for true winter haute couture. Available November 1–30, 2008 only.
With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE! Click here for more information: http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
NEW CTMH TV Post!
"Crazy for Cards"
When you make a card, you make someone’s day—and there’s nothing like creating 20 beautiful, unique cards in an afternoon! This episode shows you how to cut paper, mix and match cardstock, stamp up a storm, and add colorful accessories, all for about 60 cents per card. It’s a great solo or family activity—and think of how many days (including your own) you’ll brighten!
Check it out! http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
Friday, October 17, 2008
CTMH TV - Exclusive Product Collection
I forgot to mention in my last post that when you view the CTMH TV episode, “Words to the Wise: Journaling Inspiration,” you will have the opportunity to purchase a collection of items, as seen in the episode, at a 20% savings to make the featured two-page 12” x 12” layout with journaling highlights. Items in the collection include the My Acrylix® Building Block Alphabet (E1009), Sarsaparilla paper packet (X7098B), Bitty Brads (Z1051), and Piercing Tool (Z1114). The episode shares great journaling ideas that you can use on every page you create. From tailor-made titles to handwriting helps to fabulous fonts, you’ll learn how to record your unique story in ways that will bring your artwork to life. Happy viewing!
http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
Thursday, October 16, 2008
October Stamp of the Month
Better late than never, right?!
To see the October Stamp of the Month, "Annotations," click this link:
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
Elegant frames for any occasion combine with just the right words and sentiments to make this set a year-round stamping staple. Available October 1–31, 2008 only. With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
There's also a new post on CTMH TV: "Words to the Wise: Journaling Inspiration." This tutorial shows a really nifty film-strip journaling space that pulls out from your layout, along with other journaling tips and tricks. Very Cool! Check it out here: http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
To view our current catalog on-line: http://www.closetomyheart.com/Ideabooks/Fall08US.aspx
As always, if you have any questions about stamping, scrapbooking, or Close To My Heart product, let me know either by e-mail or by posting a comment on any entry on this blog.
To see the October Stamp of the Month, "Annotations," click this link:
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
Elegant frames for any occasion combine with just the right words and sentiments to make this set a year-round stamping staple. Available October 1–31, 2008 only. With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your Stamp of the Month at a great discount or FREE!
There's also a new post on CTMH TV: "Words to the Wise: Journaling Inspiration." This tutorial shows a really nifty film-strip journaling space that pulls out from your layout, along with other journaling tips and tricks. Very Cool! Check it out here: http://www.closetomyheart.com/ctmhtv/channels.aspx
To view our current catalog on-line: http://www.closetomyheart.com/Ideabooks/Fall08US.aspx
As always, if you have any questions about stamping, scrapbooking, or Close To My Heart product, let me know either by e-mail or by posting a comment on any entry on this blog.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
CELEBRATE NATIONAL STAMPING MONTH WITH CLOSE TO MY HEART!
Get the fabulous NEW My Acrylics Friendship Alphabet Large & Small stamp sets for FREE or a great discount during our month long celeration of stamping!
The Large Friendship Alphabet stamp set retails for $34.95 and the Small set retails for $18.95. Both can be received FREE with a Close To My Heart purchase of $125 or more, or can be purchased for and additional $15 with a $75 purchase!
This offer is only valid through September 30th. To see the latest and greatest Close To My Heart product line, visit our website at www.closetomyheart.com and click on "Product" on the left-hand side.
Call or e-mail me if you are interested in placing an order and to take advantage of this TERIFIC offer during National Stamping Month!
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And don't forget to check out our Stamp of the Month "Treasure Life", with 13 expressions of love and delicate floral designs perfect for scrapbooking and cardmaking! This exclusive set is only available through September 30th.
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
Get the fabulous NEW My Acrylics Friendship Alphabet Large & Small stamp sets for FREE or a great discount during our month long celeration of stamping!
The Large Friendship Alphabet stamp set retails for $34.95 and the Small set retails for $18.95. Both can be received FREE with a Close To My Heart purchase of $125 or more, or can be purchased for and additional $15 with a $75 purchase!
This offer is only valid through September 30th. To see the latest and greatest Close To My Heart product line, visit our website at www.closetomyheart.com and click on "Product" on the left-hand side.
Call or e-mail me if you are interested in placing an order and to take advantage of this TERIFIC offer during National Stamping Month!
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And don't forget to check out our Stamp of the Month "Treasure Life", with 13 expressions of love and delicate floral designs perfect for scrapbooking and cardmaking! This exclusive set is only available through September 30th.
http://www.closetomyheart.com/stamp_of_the_month.aspx
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