Plenty for Twenty in December!

During the month of December, place a minimum $20 online order (before shipping and handling) and Close To My Heart will send you a popular D-sized stamp set, FREE!  Be sure to get your free stamp set now- visit my website at scrapstudio.myctmh.com to place your qualifying order today to take advantage of this offer! 

And don't forget to check out the retiring product list above-these products are available while supplies last!! 

Happy Creating!

Mistletoe- December Workshop

  

The December Workshop on the Go will feature the Mistletoe paper pack and exclusive All the Best Stamp Set- perfect for all of your winter and holiday photos!  All you need is the basic kit to get started and add any tools or coordinating products to accessorize and add a personal touch to your artwork!  To RSVP  just preorder your kit by emailing me at scrapstudio@myctmh.com or calling 407-957-6672 by December 2nd, or order anytime this month to create it at home on your own!  A full color brochure with directions and artwork is included!

Mistletoe Workshop on the Go

Scrapbook Playgroup- Friday, December 10th, 7 pm

Cards & More Playgroup- Sunday, December 12th, 2 pm

Basic Kit
_____  G1014 Mistletoe Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95, includes:
*   Mistletoe Level 2 Paper Pack
*  Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment flower accents
*  All the Best My Acrylix stamp set
*  Color workshop guide
Best Options- Add coordinating accessories to upgrade your artwork!
_____ Z1209  Cranberry Collection Ribbon Rounds, $7.95

Tools, Ink Pads, etc…-  Items you may need to complete your project.
_____ Z2116 Cranberry Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2114 Cocoa Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2135 New England Ivy Ink Pad, $5.25

_____ E1010 Chocolate Alphabet Large, $34.95
Coordinating Items you may wish to order:

____    X7130C Mistletoe Stickease Assortment, $4.95

_____  X7130A Mistletoe Level 1 Kit, $9.95

_____   B1356 St. Nick, $13.95

_____   C1420 Snow Days, $18.95

It's time for the Christmas Card Workshop!!

Tomorrow is the first round of Christmas Card workshops!  I am so excited to get started creating Christmas Cards!  The house is decorated and I am ready to begin the celebrations!  Want to join me in creating your Christmas Cards?  There is still room in the December 3rd workshop- call to reserve your kit!! 

Christmas Cards Workshop

$20

Workshop Fee Includes: 

·       Precut papers to create 20 cards (5 each of 4 designs shown above)

·       Use of MyAcrylix stamps, inks, and tools

·       Product specials

·       Light refreshments

Extra accessories: 

·       Coordinating Envelopes, $6.50

·       Opaque Pearls, $3.40

What to bring:

·        Adhesive and refills*

·       Foam tape or squares*

·       Scissors

·       Snack to share

*Tombow adhesive and foam tape may be

preordered when you RSVP. Tombow refills

will be available for purchase during workshop.

Get ready early for your Holiday Shopping!

Just in time for the Fall! This is one of my favorite Fall sets, Flourished Blessings!  The leaves go perfectly with the Oliva papers.  I created this set of cards for a make and take for the Holiday Show this weekend.  I will have samples of the Christmas cards for the Santa's Workshop coming soon.  You will be able to sign up for the Santa Workshop, shop for your favorite products and create your own fall card! 

November 13th

9 am to 3 pm

4545 Mildred Bass Road

St. Cloud, FL 34772

Other vendors participating include:  Silpada, My VIntage Baby, Pink Papaya Spa Parties, Thirty One Gifts,  Scentsy, Discovery Toys, Brown Bag Parties, Heather Handbags, Wilders Saddlery, Willow House, Princess House, Pampered Chef, Urban Betty's Boutique, Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay, Longaberger Baskets, massages, crafts, food, and of course Close To My Heart... me!!  So come on out to get your Christmas shopping done earlier! 

A Little MORE Thanks!

Can you believe it is already November?  It seems that 2010 is flying by!  Just is time for Thanksgiving is the Close To My Heart A Little More Thanks" campaign! 

How would you like to get $45.90 in FREE stamps this month? 

Here is how it works...  During November, you can get an additional $45.90 in FREE stamp sets with your $100 CTMH product purchase.  You will receive...

1.  The stamp of the month, A Little Thanks, FREE!  This stamp set is available only this month. 

2.  A FREE My Acrylix stamp set of your choice (A, B, C, or D size ) from the Autumn/Winter Idea Book!*

This is a great campaign that allows you the flexibility to decide what you want to order!  So if you are a stamper, scrapbooker, cardmaker, or papercrafter- you determine what products you need to create your artwork and still take advantage of getting the two stamp sets- FREE! 

Here is a close up of the Stamp of the month, A Little Thanks, so you can see all of the images.  Remember that the images come on a 6 x 6 carrier sheet. 

* Free stamp sets include set sizes A, B, C and D. Stamp sets that are not available as the free set include Workshops on the Go stamp sets, E-size stamp sets, and customizable K stamps. Tax and shipping apply on all FREE products.


Just a way to say THANK YOU for your business!!  Contact me to take advantage of this great offer- available through the end of November!

Happy Creating!

Olivia- November Workshop On the Go

Get into the Fall Spirit!  These beautiful fall cards and layout are created using a fun sanding technique and the new Shimmer Designer Brads!  The Olivia WOTG Kit is $29.95 (plus s/h and tax) and includes paper pack, Shimmer Designer Brads, and Timeless B-sized stamp set! Workshop Guide includes directions to create cards, a scrapbook layout or both! Bring your paper trimmer, favorite adhesive, and foam squares. To attend prepay for your kit by October 31st or get your kit "to go" any time this month!

Olivia Workshop on the Go

Dates: 
_____  Friday, November 12th at 2 p.m. or
_____  Sunday, November 14th at 2 p.m. 

Just call me to order your kit and let me know which date you will attend or if you want it "to go". 

Basic Kit
_____ G1013 Olivia Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95, includes:

* Olivia Level 2 Paper Pack
* Shimmer Designer Brads
* Timeless My Acrylix stamp set
* Color workshop guide

Best Options- Add coordinating accessories to upgrade your artwork!
_____ Z1333 Opaques Mocha Adhesive Gems, $2.95
_____ Z1331 Foundry Flourishes, $4.95

Tools, Ink Pads, etc…- Items you may need to complete your project.

_____ Z2196 Smoothie Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2114 Chocolate Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z1294 Sanding Kit, $3.50

Coordinating Items you may wish to order:
____ X7128C Olivia Stickease Assortment, $4.95
_____ X7128A Olivia Level 1 Kit, $9.95
_____ C1419, Home Harvest, $18.95
_____ D1436, The Present, $22.95

Scared Silly Over You!

I have the most adorable 8 year old niece.  (I am not biased or anything....) For holidays, I like to create a basket of goodies or something fun for her to enjoy.  This Halloween I will be sending her this super cute card.  The little Frankenstein is so adorable!  To color him in I used our Exclusive Inks Markers that match our paper packs and accessories perfectly!  I love that I don't have to hunt for matching markers, ribbon and brads all over town!  The brads and ribbon are from the new Sunset Mini Medley Accents which include ribbon, buttons, square metal tags, brads, photo clips and more that coordinate with our new Hooligans papers and Sunset ink! The center image is actually on foam squares to add dimension to the card.  I think my niece is going to get a giggle out it!!  Don't you?

Happy Creating!

Close To My Heart products used:  Hooligans Level 2 Paper Pack (X7129B), Spook Alley Stamp Set (D1439), Sunset Mini Medley Accents (Z1338), Sunset Marker (Z2291), Pear Marker (Z2297), Gypsy Marker (Z2290), Black Marker (Z2305)

October Stamp of the Month- Share the Magic!

I fell in love with this super cute stamp set the moment I saw it!  I have been so excited to create with it!  I decided I would make one of our clear cards to highlight the Share the Magic stamp set with our new paper pack:  Mistletoe!  I know you are probably thinking...  "It's too early for Christmas artwork!" but not for me!  I have to get ready early!  This stamp set will only be available this month so you can get it now and have it just in time to start creating Christmas artwork next month!  Remember that you can even get it discounted or free- visit my website to learn how!

Happy Creating!

CTMH Products used:  Mistletoe Level 2 Paper Pack (X7130C), Share the Magic Stamp of the Month (D1443), Cocoa Ink Pad (Z2114), Cranberry Ink Pad (Z2116), New England Ivy Ink Pad (Z2135), Blending Pen (3174), Cranberry Designer Ribbon Collection (Z1209), Red, Pink & Purple Sparkles Assortment (Z1326), 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 Clear Cards Assortment (Z1323).

Hooligans- October Playgroups

Join us to create 6 cards using the new Hooligans Level 2 Paper Pack and exclusive Workshop on the Go Stamp Set. Join us to learn how you can be a club member or just attend when you wish! 

Hooligans WOTG Kit is $29.95 (plus s/h and tax) and includes paper pack, sunset mini-medley, and Troublemaker B-sized stamp set!  Workshop Guide includes directions to create cards, a scrapbook layout or both!  Bring your paper trimmer, favorite adhesive, and foam squares.  To attend prepay for your kit by October 4th or get your kit "to go" any time this month!

Cards & More Playgroup-  Sunday, October 10th

Scrapbook Playgroup- Friday, October 15th

Just select your choice of Kit and coordinating products, call me to order your choices and you will be ready for the Hooligans Playgroups!

Hooligans Workshop on the Go

Basic Kit
_____  G1012 Hooligans Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95, includes:
*   Hooligans Level 2 Paper Pack
*   Sunset Collection Mini Medley Accents
*  Troublemaker My Acrylix stamp set
*  Color workshop guide

Best Options- Add coordinating accessories to upgrade your artwork!
_____ Z1332 Hooligans Level 2 Assortment, $4.95

Tools, Ink Pads, etc…-  Items you may need to complete your project.
_____ Z2195 Lagoon Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2197 Pear Ink Pad, $5.25

Coordinating Items you may wish to order:

____    X7129C Hooligans Stickease Assortment, $4.95

_____   X7129A Hooligans Level 1 Kit, $9.95

_____   C1421, The Boo Crew, $18.95

_____   D1437, Party Animal, $22.95

Happy Creating!

A "Thriller" Card Playgroup!!

On the second Sunday of each month I get together with a great group of ladies to create cards. It is our Cards & More Playgroup!  We truly have an enjoyable afternoon creating, eating, and catching up! Out hostess this month was Melody and she treated us to a "Thriller" of a spread!  Here are a few pictures of the fun Halloween display that Melody created.  It went so well with the Stamp of the Month, Thriller!

Here is a close up of the "finger" sandwiches!

How about some "Mummy" cupcakes??

The Thriller Stamp of the Month is only available until September 30th so be sure to get yours in time to make  your Halloween cards and layouts! These are the cards I created using Thriller. 

The "ribbon" in this card is not ribbon at all!  It is a strip of B&T paper from the Hooligans Level 2 paper pack that is folded to appear ribbon-like.  On the right is a close-up of the paper ribbon.  The card also uses the black embossing powder on the main image.

For the second card, I cut out the skull and colored the area around the skull using chalk!  I used a sponge dauber to add the black ink around the cut out image.  I love the effect!  

 

Here is a close up of the chalking done on the skull: 

To get your "Thriller" September Stamp of the Month place your order by September 30th. You can get it discounted or even FREE- ask me how!  If you are interested in any of the display items that Melody used for her Thriller display such as the French Wire Three Tiered Stand and the Red Cinnabar Casserole, visit her Willow House website at http://mrush.willowhouse.com.

Happy Creating!!

Close To My Heart Products Used Card #1:  Hooligans Level 2 Paper Pack (X7129B), Thriller September Stamp of the Month (D1442),  Black Embossing Powder (Z670), Versa Mark Ink Pad (Z891), Craft Heater (Z555), Sunset Marker (Z2391), Corner Rounder (Z578), Pear Ink Pad (Z2397)

Close To My Heart Products Used Card #2:  Hooligans Level 2 Paper Pack (X7129B), Thriller September Stamp of the Month (D1442), Texture Tools (Z1298), Black Ink Pad (Z2103), Black Brads (Z1218), Sunset Mini-Medley (Z1338), Autumn Soft Chalks (Z904), Summer Soft Chalks (Z903)

Triple Play- Only 15 more days!

Celebrate your love of stamping with the National Stamping Month campaign- Triple Play!  The Triple Play kit includes a stamp set, three mini albums to create, inks, and precut accents ready for stamping.  Makes the perfect gift or a brag book to keep handy to share your latest adventure!  Make one for yourself and two for gifts!  Get the details on how to get yours discounted or free- click here! 

Don't delay- there are limited quantities so contact me to get your kit today! 

Happy Creating!

4 New Paper Packs!

In the new idea book there are lots of new products but what excites me the most is the new paper packs!  I have already shown you the Magnifique Kit since it's this month's Playgroup Kit.  But there are 3 other paper packs that are just as fabulous!  The fun and vibrant Hooligans Kit will be perfect for Halloween and other fun gatherings!  The colors of the Olivia kit will have you thinking of Fall and the subtle charm of the Mistletoe Papers will have you singing your favorite holiday tunes!

Magnifique

Hooligans

Olivia

Mistletoe

We will be using all four kits in the upcoming months during my monthly Playgroups.  We are creating scrapbook pages or cards or a combination of both!  It's your choice.  You can get the kit mailed to you each month or if you are local to the central Florida area- stop by to create with me!  Email me if you want to learn more about the Playgroups- scrapstudio@myctmh.com.  You can visit the Calendar on my website to see playgroup artwork and shopping list each month.

September- Magnifique

October- Hooligans

November- Olivia

December- Mistletoe

  Happy Creating!

Get in the mood for Fall!

Does it feel like Summer has ended?  Gotta love the feeling that Fall is coming- the new Olivia Paper Pack certainly will do it!  During my recent Open House, attendees had the opportunity to make this cute card and matching envelope.  It uses techniques such as sanding, second generation stamping, and I added a hint of cocoa speckles with the black stubble tool!

Happy Creating!

Close To My Heart products used:  Olivia Level 2 Paper Pack ( X7128B),The Present Stamp Set (D1436), Cocoa Ink Pad (Z2114),  Sunset Ink Pad (Z2191), Barn Red Ink Pad (Z2104), Opaques Mocha Adhesive Gems (Z1333), Sanding Kit (Z1234), Texture Tools (Z1298).

8 New Colors Now Available!

Did you know that in the new Fall/Winter Idea Book, Close To My Heart introduced 8 new vibrant colors to our Carnival and Celebration palettes?  This updated new palette is sure to brighten your latest artwork!  You can find the new colors in cardstock, stamp pads, reinkers, and markers!  They are also featured in our new My Reflections paper packs in the Fall/Winter Idea Book!

I LOVE the new Magnifique My Reflections Papers- it's bright shades of blue make this peacock absolutely stunning! Three of the new colors can be found in the beautiful Magnifique papers: Lagoon, Sky, and Pacifica.  To create this 5 x 7 card, I used the watercolor technique for the peacock.  I first used Cocoa ink to stamp the peacock.  Then used the waterbrush to add in subtle shades of Lagoon, Sky and Pacifica throughout the feathers.  For a final touch I added a bit of prisma glitter over the feathers with a glue pen.  Simply stunning!  (My favorite combination of a simple technique with a huge impact!)  You may also notice the new blue sparkles- it's a great little package which coordinates beautifully with the Magnifique papers!

Be sure to contact me to get your own copy of the Fall/Winter Idea Book!  In the meantime, you can check it out online by clicking here!

Happy Creating!

Close To My Heart products used: Circle of Love Stamp Set (D1438), Magnifique Level 2 Paper Pack (X7127B), Cocoa Cardstock (X5642), Lagoon Ink Pad (Z2195), Sky Ink Pad (ZZ2194), Pacifica Ink Pad (Z2192), Cocoa Ink Pad(Z2114), Waterbrush (1771), Sparkles Blue & Green Assortment (Z1327), Prisma Glitter (Z134), Glue Pen (Z553)

Join the September Playgroup- It's Magnifique!

Magnifique Workshop on the Go

Enjoy an afternoon or evening out with the girls- just fun and creating!!
Cardmaking Playgroup-  September 12th, 2 p.m.
Scrapbooking Playgroup-  September 17th, 7 p.m.

Each kit includes ideas for creating 6 cards and a double page layout!  Don't forget that additional ideas for creating additional layouts and cards can be found on my website on the Workshops On the Go link!

Basic Kit
_____ G1015 Magnifique Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95, includes:
* Magnifique Level 2 Paper Pack
* Chocolate Collection Mini Medley Accents
* Heart to Heart My Acrylix stamp set
* Color workshop guide
Best Options- Add coordinating accessories to upgrade your artwork!
_____ Z1327 Sparkles Blue & Green Assortment, $2.95

Tools and Ink Pads- Items you may need to complete your project.
_____ Z2195 Lagoon Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2192 Pacifica Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2111 Chocolate Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z697 Sponge, $1.25
Coordinating Items you may wish to order:
____ X7127C Magnifique Stickease Assortment, $4.95
_____ X7127A Magnifique Level 1 Kit, $9.95
_____ C1422, Unity, $18.95
_____ D1422, Circle of Love, $22.95

Playgroups meet once a month in my home, you can come as you wish or join the club to earn FREE hostess gifts! To attend this month, be sure to prepay by August 3rd or get the kit "to go" anytime this month. See you on the 12th!!

You are invited! Fall Open House!

Celebrate National Stamping Month with the NEW Fall/Winter Close To My Heart Idea Book and Catalog!

August 27th at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

There will be new product demos, a free Create an Take project to make and a FREE FALL/WINTER IDEA BOOK for anyone who attends! Win great prizes throughout the night, earn your raffle tickets by:

• Earn one ticket for RSVP.
• Earn one ticket for arriving between 6:50 and 7 p.m.
• Earn 3 tickets for bringing a layout or project using CTMH products.
• Earn 3 tickets for ordering the new Triple Play mini books!
• Earn 5 tickets for bringing a friend who has NEVER been to one of my CTMH events.
• Earn 5 tickets for hosting a Gathering or Workshop.

The Fall Open House will be held in my home in St. Cloud.  Please RSVP for directions and to ensure that I have a Create and Take project for you.  Can't attend?  Call me to get your FREE catalog (pay only shipping/handling and get a $5 coupon to use in your next order!)

August Stamp of the Month- Something Splendid!

I created these cards last week using the new Something Splendid August Stamp Set. Each month Close To My Heart has a Stamp of the Month, a stamp set that is featured and only available that particular month.  The best part is that you can get the Stamp of the Month at a discount or free! Click here to learn how!

I used the August Stamp of the Month, Something Splendid (D1424) and the Cherry-O Level 2 Paper Pack to create these super cute cards. I love how easy it was to create cards using our idea books!  The patterns for the 8 x 3 1/2 card is Center Sash from Originals book.  The pattern for the 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 card  is Lucky Layers from the Wishes idea book. 

Do you like what you see?  Contact me before this month is up to order your set.  Here are all of the fun images on the Something Splendid stamp set:

Happy Creating!

Close To My Heart products used:  Something Splendid (D1424), Cherry-O Level 2 Paper Pack (X7123B), Blush Ink Pad (Z2106), Chocolate Ink Pad (Z2111), Sanding Kit (Z1294),  Metal Brad Assortment (Z1217),  Cocoa Ribbon Rounds (Z1316), Sweet Leaf Ribbon Rounds (Z1125), Basic Buttons (Z1206)

It's a Triple Play!!

Starting August 15th, Close To My Heart will be making this cute mini album available!  You get not one, not two, but THREE mini albums in this campaign- it's the TRIPLE PLAY!!!

Triple Play Kit Contents



Colors: Bamboo, Blush, Desert Sand, Garden Green, Hollyhock, Indian Corn Blue, Outdoor Denim, and Sunset
1 – My Acrylix® Love This Stamp Set
4 – Exclusive Inks® Mini Stamp Pads (Desert Sand, Hollyhock, Indian Corn Blue, and Sunset)
9 – 4" x 12" Panels (3 each of 3 color schemes)
1 – 72" Length White Grosgrain Ribbon
3 – Hook and Loop Velcro Fasteners
1 –Brochure

Preorder your kit today and then come by to celebrate with me on August 27th!  Here is how you can get your own TRIPLE PLAY:

1) Purchase the kit outright for $29.95.
2) Place a minimum order of $25 in My Acrylix stamps (excluding Stamp of the Month sets, Workshops on the Go exclusive stamp sets, and K-size custom stamps) and purchase the kit for only $15.
3) Place a minimum order of $40 in My Acrylix stamps (excluding Stamp of the Month sets, Workshops on the Go exclusive stamp sets, and K-size custom stamps) and purchase the kit for only $5.
4)  Host a gathering between August 15th and September 30th with a minimum of $300 in sales, and get the kit for FREE!
5)  Become a consultant during September and get the kit for FREE!

The Triple Play offer is good on Gathering, Individual, and EZ Invite® orders. You may also order the kit on my website and through EZ Invite online shopping. The Triple Play Kit is available while supplies last.

Retiring List now available!!

Every year we get to say goodbye to several of our favorite products to make room for new products.  There are many products on this list including all but four of our new paper packs!  Be sure to check out the list- if any of these have been on your wish list you better order soon!  Products listed are available while supplies last or until December 31, 2010! 

View the retiring products list here. 

To see the items go to the Shop Online link on my website and enter the product number in the search area. 

Don't forget that the $2, $4, $6 online sale is still on until August 11th!  Visit my web site's Shop Online link to check out the paper packs and stickease that are still available for these incredible prices!

To take advantage of these opportunitities visit my website today!!

Online Sale Reminder and 5 "HOT" Clear Cards!

Don't forget the Online Sale is going on now!  Select stickease will be $2, level 1 paper packs for $4, and level 2 paper packs for $6!!  It is bargain time so be sure to go to my website!  Sale ends on August 11th or while supplies last so don't wait too long or your fave will be GONE! 

One of the "hottest" summer product is the new clear cards!  There are 8 cards in a pack and have 4 scallop and 4 square cards.  I used regular adhesive and covered it by using the same size cards stock on the back.  Here are a few I created using the Splendor Level 2 paper pack.

Ideas for using clear cards:

• Use cardstock on the front of the card to hide the sentiment or a photo inside.
• Use the Soft Set eyelet tool to punch holes into the clear cards and weave ribbon through the holes.
• Use piercing tool to make holes and stitch using embroidery floss or waxy flax.
• Use the piercing tool to make holes and add buttons or brads.
• Use Staz-On ink to stamp directly onto the card or sponge color around the edges.

All supplies from Close To My Heart unless otherwise stated:



Paper Pack: X7124 Splendor Level 2


Stamp Set: C1407 Hot Diggity, D1426 Over the Rainbow


Ink Pads:  Topiary, Goldrush, Heavenly Blue, Moonstruck


Other supplies: Z270 White Daisy Grosgrain Ribbon, Z1283 Autumn Craft Buttons, Z1215 Autumn Brads


Tools: Z578 corner rounder, Z1297 edge distresser, Z1294 sanding kit, Z1208 soft set eyelet tool

Save BIG for 8 days!!

Close To My Heart and I appreciate YOU!  We want to show how much by bringing you SUPER deals online for 8 days only!  From August 4 at 11 am (EST) through August 11 (while supplies last) select My Stickease® assortments will be on sale for only $2, My Reflections® Level 1 kits for only $4, and My Reflections® Level 2 paper packets for only $6! Some of my very favorite are on the list:  Moon Doggie, Magic Moments, and even Vintage Travel!!

These prices are only available when you shop through my website:  http://scrapstudio.myctmh.com/ .  The deals are amazing! Check out the products on sale here!  Items can also be combined with regular priced items and count toward your discounted or FREE stamp of the month through online orders!  What a DEAL!!

Here is the breakdown:

• My Stickease for $2 each
• My Reflections Level 1 Kits for $4 each
• My Reflections Level 2 Kits for $6 each

Note that these items are not available through Gathering, Individual, or EZ Invite® orders during the campaign. These items will also be unavailable for sale online beginning August 2, at 12:01 am until August 4  in order to prepare for the sale.

Hot Diggity Fun Card!

The Splendor paper pack is one of my Summer favorites! The cute froggy is from the Hot Diggity stamp set- it goes perfectly with this paper pack! TIP: Use your CTMH EK Success corner rounder to create the scalloped border! Remove the corner guide and insert the paper and puch to create the first scallop, then continue to glide the corner rounder and punch to create a scalloped effect.  I also used the sanding kit to add texture to the solid cardstock. Happy Creating! 

 

All supplies from Close To My Heart unless otherwise stated:  

• Paper Pack: X7124 Splendor Level 2
• Stamp Set: C1407 Hot Diggity
•  Ink Pads: Z2155 Topiary,Z2123 Goldrush
• Other supplies: Z1126 Colonial White Ribbon Round Collection
• Tools: Z578 corner rounder, Z1297 edge distresser, Z1294 sanding kit

Close To My Heart Convention= Friends & Fun!!

In early July I traveled to Washington D.C. for Close To My Heart's 2010 Convention!  I loved every minute of it!  One of the things I enjoy most is the chance to meet new friends and catch up with those you don't see that often!  Here are a few pictures highlighting some of those fun moments.  Oh and let's not forget the fun new techniques, products, and programs that are shared- those are coming soon so stay tuned to my blog for sneak peeks at new products!

August Playgroup- Passages

We are creating with the new Passages Level 2 Paper Pack in August!  The Kit comes with complete workshop guide, paper pack, exclusive stamp set, and pewter accessories to create:  6 cards and a two-page layout (below)!  Additional ideas to create more artwork is available on my website http://scrapstudio.myctmh.com under Workshops on the Go > Passages.   You can get this kit "to go" and create it at home or join me in my home to create your kit on one of these dates:
*  Sunday, August 8th, 2 p.m.
*  Friday, August 13th, 7 p.m.

Here is what you will need:

Passages Workshop on the Go

Basic Kit
_____  G1010 Passages Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95 (retail $32.85) includes:
*   Passages Level 2 Paper Pack
*  Pewter Mini Medley Accessories
*  Lifetime My Acrylix stamp set
*  color workshop guide

Best Options- Add coordinating accessories to upgrade your artwork!
_____ X1316 Designer Ribbon Rounds Cocoa Collection, $7.95
_____ Z1318 Passages Marks, $3.95

Tools and Ink Pads-  Items you may need to complete your project.
_____ Z2108 Brown Bag Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z2114  Cocoa Ink Pad, $5.25
_____ Z1311  1 1/4 circle punch

Coordinating Items you may wish to order:

_____   C1408  Live Inspired, $18.95

_____  D1428  Happy Journey, $22.95

Contact me to order your kit and reserve your spot by July 31st or order your kit "to go" and create it at home!

Happy Creating!