Rock the Block!!

Close To My Heart has a great promotion starting today!  When you place a minimum order of $25  in products from the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book, you can get two new items for just $15: the brand new My Creations^® Collage Cubes (a Spring/Summer 2012 sneak-peek product!) and the new My Acrylix^® Rock the Block E-size stamp set.


The collage cubes is a set of nine sturdy white chipboard blocks (2" × 2" each) that snuggle together in an open display tray. You can decorate all six sides of each block plus the tray for all-out enjoyment.  You can choose to have nine separate block images showing in your display tray, or you can use one large image you cut apart and adhere to the nine blocks, puzzle-like.  Mix photos with stamped images and paper craft accents.  The Rock the Block E-size stamp set includes versatile shapes and sentiments that will help you fill your collage blocks with fun images and sayings. 

$25 minimum order + $15 Rock the Block = Lots of Creating FUN! (And a $30 savings!)

I can't wait to create my collage cubes!  Let me know when you are ready to order yours!  Happy Creating!

Janice

'Tis the Season...

I love it when I can use items already in my stash to create something new and fresh.   This card was inspired by fellow consultant Vicki W. The Wonderland paper from the Peace on Earth card earlier this month reminded me of this retired creative basics paper pack.  And that led to pulling out the October Stamp of the Month, Holiday Magic and spending some time creating...

Happy Creating!
Janice

Close To My Heart products used:  hollyhock ink pad, sweat leaf ink pad, chocolate ink pad, sparkles, hollyhock twill ribbon (retired), Holiday Magic (October 2011 Stamp of the Month), Cherry O Creative Basics paper pack.

Peace on Earth Card

Have you seen the new Bling Assortment packs? I couldn't help myself when I saw the large sparkle buttons- yes the bling in this card is a button!  I had to create a card that would highlight this new accessory.  It went perfectly with the Wonderland papers and the Top It Off  8" x 3 1/2" card pattern from the Wishes idea book.

Close To My Heart products used:  Wonderland Level 2 paper pack (X7146B), chocolate ink pad, crystal blue ink pad, Bling Assortment (Z1360), Twilight Ribbon Rounds (retired)


Happy Creating!
Janice

Happy Thanksgiving and Christmas Card Workshop!

Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!!!  I have been very busy creating and finally am able to share all of the cards for the upcoming Christmas Card workshop!

The four cards use all new stamp sets from the Autumn/Winter Idea book and the new white daisy and kraft die cut cards! The kraft die cut cards are 6 x 6 and are perfect to include a family picture, letter, or gift card inside!  

Here are the workshop details:

Date:  Sunday, December 4th from 1 to 6 p.m.

Kit includes:  Precut papers to create 20 cards (5 of each of the 4 designs shown) and decorate envelopes, coordinating embellishments.  I will provide all stamp sets, ink pads and tools needed to create your cards.
 
What to bring:  Lots of adhesive and foam squares!

Cost:  $25

To reserve you spot, be sure to email me!

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Creating!

Janice

November Campaigns!

November at Close To My Heart means a great campaign!  There are two unique stamps sets available only in November!  Here is a closer look at them and the details on how you can get these exclusive sets:

1.  November Stamp of the Month- Cherish the Day (S111).  This stamp set is a great addition to your collection-  excellent for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, family gatherings and events, etc.... It can easily be added to any card or layout to remember the special day.  There are two ways to get your November Stamp of the Month:

• Get it for $5 with a $50 product purchase, or
• Buy it at full retail value of $17.95.

2.   Holiday Wishes Campaign-  This exclusive stamp set is available during the month of November for only $5 with a $25 stamp purchase! It is a great set to make Christmas cards and layouts and the shapes coordinate with the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge!!  Gotta love it!!  This set is not in the Idea Book so be sure to get yours this month!

This means that you can get two AWESOME stamp sets this month for only $5 each!  Woohoo!  

Happy Creating!

Janice

  

Mischief Pillow Box

Ever have an odd shaped item that needs to be wrapped for a gift?  Or maybe you just want a creative way to present your gift...  This super cute pillow box was created using the Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge from Close To My Heart.  I used the Mischief My Reflections paper pack to cut out the pillow box shape to my desired size.  Then I simply folded and adhered to create the pillow box.   For the tags, I selected a few labels from the Mischief paper and cut them out.  The final touch was the organdy ribbon from the Colonial White Ribbon Collection.  The pillow box can be made cut at many different sizes and makes a great presentation for a gift card or a few small treats!

Happy Halloween!!

Janice

Cards & More October Playgroup

I created this 8" x 3 1/2" Mischief card for my monthly Cards & More playgroup. Today we created a fun banner to decorate our homes for the upcoming holidays as well as the cute Halloween card above. We get together once a month and create cards or a fun paper project, thus the name for the playgroup is Cards & More. We started about three years ago with an original group of three ladies (miss you Pam!) and have continued to grow.  I truly enjoy hanging out with them! We have a great time catching up each month while enjoying a relaxing Sunday afternoon.  Here are a few shots from today, everyone hard at work on their projects!

Here is my completed "Spooky" banner displayed in my family room (this is on the entertainment center above the TV):

If you live in the Central Florida area and would like to join our playgroup- just let me know.  The Workshop on the Go kit each month starts at $29.95 and you can create the scrapbook layouts and/or  the paper craft projects available each month.  You can also gather your friends and start your own playgroup- my house or yours....  contact me and I will give you the details to get started.  If you do not live in the area, remember that all projects are available for you to create, even if you are long distance or just unable to attend!  I will provide a cutting guide and directions.

This is a perfect time to start creating Christmas cards and other fun holiday projects.  Contact me to join in the fun!

Close To My Heart Products Used: Mischief Workshop on the Go  for the Mischief paper pack and exclusive stamp set (G1029), metal brads assortment (Z1366), black designer ribbon (retired), black ink pad (Z2105), grey wool ink pad (Z2125)

Happy Creating!

Janice

October New Consultant Special!

 

Check out this great campaign-  become a consultant between October 1st and 31st and get a free add-on collection!  The New Fall/Winter Consultant kit is only $99!  The kit features over $280 in Close To My Heart products.  Each of the three add-on collections are priced at $40 each and retail between $80 and $130.  That is a great deal- only $99 for all of the business and creative essentials needed to get your business up and going!

 Click here to see the add-on collections.

Click here to see the new Consultant Kit.

There is a place for everyone in Close To My Heart- whether you choose to be a business builder, earn a little extra cash, or just get a discount on your scrapbooking and stamping supplies!  Contact me to find out more about this great opportunity with Close To My Heart!

Happy Creating!

Janice

October Playgroup- Halloween Mischief!

We will be creating this fun Halloween banner or two-page layout during our Playgroup on October 9th!  Contact me to join the group or get your kit to go!

Date:  October 9th

Time:  2 p.m.

Location:  My home in St. Cloud, FL

RSVP: Order your kit by September 29th to participate in the October 9th Playgroup, 

or order your kit anytime to create it on your own!

View the Mischief Workshop on the Go flyer here.  

Here is the shopping list of items you will need:

*  Mischief Workshop on the Go Kit, $29.95 (includes Mischief paper pack, Mischief exclusive C-sized stamp set, 2 colonial white cardstock sheets, Midnight Felt Shapes, and instruction guide)
*  Banner, Z1378,
*  Dimensional Elements Notable Alphabet, Z1682

Remember that the Pair-a-Phrase stamp set is available until the end of September!  You can combine your Playgroup order with items on your wish list to get the Pair-a-Phrase stamp set for free with your $75 order!

Be sure to bring your favorite adhesive and foam squares to the Playgroup.  I will provide cutting guides, stamp sets, ink pads and tools.  Come have a fun and creative afternoon out with the girls- call me to order your kit and reserve your spot!

Happy Creating!

Janice

Only 10 days left!

Don't forget that the Double Stamp Set- Pair-A-Phrase is available through the end of September!  You can get it FREE with your $75 product order.  This is an exclusive stamp set that is available during National Stamping Month!  There is an image and coordinating phrase perfect for every occasion!  I created this card using basic cardstock, watercolor pencils, and a blending pen to blend the coloring on the bicycle and basket.  And of course my Cricut did all of the cutting for me with the new Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge- such a fun card shape!  Here are the images from the Pair-A-Phrase stamp set...

 

   

Be sure to get your set while they are still available this month!!  Contact me to get yours today.  Happy Creating!

Janice

Close To My Heart Products used:  Pair-A-Phrase stamp set, Designer Ribbon Colonial White Collectio (Z1126), Kraft Cardstock (Z1375), Colonial White Cardstock (1388), Smoothie Cardstock (X5763), Art Phylosophy Cricut Collection (Z1686), Watercolor Pencils (3505), Blending Pen (3174), Sanding Kit (Z1294).

Cricut Fun!

Just wanted to share a cute little bag that I created using the CTMH Art Philosophy Cricut Collection.  The grid paper comes from the Typeset paper pack.  My favorite part is the flower!  This cutie was cut with the AP cartridge!  There are 3-D flowers that can be cut flat and then rolled into the shape and width that you want your flower to be.  Just thought I would share another fun thing to do with your cricut!  

Happy Creating!
Janice


Close To My Heart products used:  stamp set and all shapes from the Cricut Art Philosophy Collection (Z1686), colonial white cardstock (1388), smoothie cardstock (X5763), kraft cardstock (Z1375), ink pad:  cocoa, Pearl Opaques Adhesive Gems (Z1336), Designer Ribbon Collection Colonial White (Z1126).

September Stamp of the Month

I love the new September Stamp of the Month!  It is a great set to create quick tags or cards.  The best part is that the tag and card image have a perfect match in the new Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge!  I created all of this artwork using a the September Stamp of the Month and the AP Cricut Cartridge.  That's right- NO cutting!  Gotta love it!  The Limited Edition stamp set is available during the month of September for $17.95 or only $5 with a $50 product order!  Here is a close up of the stamp images and the artwork....

September Stamp of the Month:  Limited Edition

This is a Congratulations Card and Magnetic Pin Holder.  I created all artwork using the Typeset paper pack.  The card shape is an Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge.  The pin is a clothes pin that I covered in Typeset Workshop on the Go paper and added a magnetic strip to the back.  It is a great way to leave a cute message to your loved ones on fridge or a note in your filing cabinet!!  

Here is a close up of the boxes- did you know that there are several 3-D items that can be created using the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge?  There are 8 different shaped boxes/bags that can be created!  These boxes are the same shape cut at two different sizes-  super versatile.  The smaller box is perfect to hold Ghiradelli Chocolate squares!  

Are you ready to create some artwork....  I am!  Happy Creating!

Janice

Close To My Heart materials used:  Limited Edition Stamp of the Month (S1109A), Typeset Workshop on the Go Stamp Set, Typeset Level 2 Paper Pack (X7139B), Designer Ribbon Cocoa Collection (Z1316), Cricut Art Philosophy Collection (Z1686), Milepost Shapes (Z1464), Brads Basic Assortment (Z1365), Brads Metal Assortment (Z1366), Natural Hemp (Z280), Pewter Designer Brads (Z1446), Ink Pads:  Juniper, Vineyard Berry, Cranberry, and Cocoa.

September is National Stamping Month!

At Close To My Heart we celebrate September as National Stamping Month!  We are gearing up for the celebration starting August 15th!  Join the celebration with this adorable stamp set;  Pair-a-Phrase!  This exclusive set is the first ever double stamp set- two D-sized stamp sets in one envelope!  It features clever phrases and coordinating images that will have you creating cards and layouts for any occasion!

Get your Pair-a-Phrase stamp set FREE with your $75 purchase from August 15th to September 30th! The stamp sets have a retail price of $35.90- It's a  great value!

Here is a close up of the sets...

Be sure to get your free Pair-A-Phrase with your $75 product purchase! You can shop online or call me to place your order. Love freebies- Gotta love this great offer!

Happy Creating!
Janice

New Autumn/Winter Idea Book!

The NEW Autumn/Winter Idea Book is here- and its full of surprises!  There are awesome new stamp sets at lower prices and 8 new beautiful paper packs!  Be sure to check it out online or get your own copy.  Contact me to pick up your own copy or I will be happy to mail you one, for $5 - to cover shipping.

To view the Autumn/Winter Idea Book online and shop, follow these links:

View online catalog.

Shop online.

Celebrating 5 Years!

I had a wonderful surprise that arrived in the mail ...

This year I am celebrating 5 years as a Close To My Heart Consultant!  Although officially my 5 year anniversary is not until December 14th, Close To My Heart celebrates each milestone reached during that calendar year at the annual convention in July.  Imagine my surprise when I opened my envelope and found this beautiful "Key to My Heart" pendant along with a letter from Close To My Heart!  

Thank you, to you, my many wonderful customers and friends- for helping me to continue to share my passion for scrapbooking, stamping and papercrafting!  And thank you Close To My Heart, for continuing to provide us with such wonderful products!  

If you are interested in joining my team and starting a new adventure with Close To My Heart, please contact me.  Whether you want a discount on your own products or are interested in building a lucrative business- there is a place for you in Close To My Heart.  I will be happy to share the many benefits of being a part of this wonderful company. You can also view the Join My Team page at the top of my blog to see the great Consultant Kit that Close To My Heart has put together for you.  

Happy Creating!

Janice

New: Close To My Heart and Cricut!!

New Art Philosophy Cricut Collection 

from Close To My Heart!

During the CTMH Convention last week a great new product was revealed- an exclusive cricut cartridge, Art Philosophy!  Close To My Heart and Cricut have come together to offer us this great new collection!  Many of the shapes are a perfect fit with stamp sets images!  It features 700 cricut shapes that can be cut into 42 sizes each!  That is a total of 32,000 possibilities!!  Shapes include stamp images, boxes and bags, 3-D images, flowers, etc!  There possibilities are endless!

The collection comes with three stamp sets and three dimensional elements (9 x 12 chipboard sheets) that coordinate with the cartridge shapes!  Another great feature is that stamp images in the new Fall/Winter Idea Book that have a red line around them will coordinate with a shape in the cricut cartridge- AWESOME!!!

The Art Philosophy Collection will be available starting August 1st for $99.  I am super excited about this collection and as a consultant we can order early- I have already ordered mine.  I am currently taking preorders.  Here is how you can get yours:

*  Preorder by July 31st and you will get the July stamp of the month Free and a gift exclusively from me!

*  Host a gathering for you and your friends to try the new cartridge, get it at 50% off with $250 in gathering sales.

*  Become a consultant and get yours early and at a great discount!!  The new consultant kit is only $99!!  See Join My Team page above to learn more.

Here is a short video from CTMH that explains more about this amazing cartridge:

I can't wait for my cartridge to arrive-  be on the lookout for artwork soon.

Happy Creating!
Janice

More Bang for Your Buck in July!

I'm back!  It has been a while since I blogged- wow, time flies!  I have had a busy Summer but have found some time to create so I have lots of sharing to do!  I have also updated a few of the pages on my blog- be sure to check out the new Consultant Kit in the Join My Team and a sneak peek at the new Cricut Cartridge that will soon be available from Close To My Heart!!  This is my favorite new product that I will be writing more about soon!  Both blog pages can be viewed by following the link at the top of my blog.

Today, I thought I would share the great special that is available during July, Bang for Your Buck and a great Christmas gift idea (yes, Christmas....) that you can create with this month's promotion!

Bang for Your Buck!

Spend $50, get a favorite paper product for only $1!!  Choose from these favorites:

• Creative Basics, Mistletoe Collection (retail $8.95)
• Creative Basics, Animal Cookies Collection (retail $8.95)
• My Originals Bits & Pieces Card Kit (retails $12.95)
• My Originals It's Your Day Card Kit (retails $12.95)
• My Orginals Around the Holidays Card Kit (retails $14.95)

Here is a great Christmas Card Tin that I decorated using one of the cards from the Around the Holidays Card Kit, inside there are four cards. I used foam squares, sparkles and liquid glass to add a little bling! These make great inexpensive holiday gifts for family members, friends, coworkers, and/or teachers!

Happy Creating!

Janice

National Scrapbooking Month- You and Me Promo and Half Price Consultant Kit!

It's National Scrapbooking Month and that means a great new kit named You and Me and two (yes, TWO) great promotions from Close To My Heart!!  Here are the details...

Promo 1:  You & Me Scrapbooking Kit

This beautiful kit is exclusively available during the month of May as a celebration of National Scrapbooking Month.  You will have all of the materials you need to create two fully-embellished two page layouts with new cardstock weight B&T papers, You & Me stamp set, accessories, and instruction guide.  You can get the kit in one of three ways:

• Buy the kit for $34.95
• Purchase $50 in CTMH products, and get it for only $15.00!
• Become a consultant this month, and get it for FREE!

You & Me Scrapbooking Kit Includes:
1 – My Acrylix® You & Me Stamp Set (D-size)
1 – 12" × 12" Colonial White Cardstock
6 – 12" × 12" B&T Duos® Papers (New! Cardstock-weight)
1 – 6" × 9" You & Me Irresistibles™ Chipboard Die-Cut Sheet
1 Yard – Chocolate Stripe Ribbon
1 Package – Opaques Mocha Adhesive Gems
1 – Instruction Guide
Featured Colors: Chocolate, Crème Brulee, Olive, Smoothie

Promo 2:  50% OFF New Consultant Kit!

Become a consultant in May and pay less than $65 for the New Consultant Kit!  That is over $300 in Close To My Heart products plus the exclusive You & Me kit!  Your consultant kit includes all of the business essentials you need and your choice of 3 "choose me" kits!  You decide what products best fit your style from 5 "choose me" kits.   See the consultant kit flyer here.  

Whether you want a discount on your scrapbooking and stamping supplies, or want to share these great products with a few friends so that you can extra a little extra income or want to create a successful business- there is a place for YOU within Close To My Heart.  I became a consultant over 4 years ago- just for a discount!  I quickly found that I wanted much more from this business!  I now hold regular clubs and workshops which helps to provide for all of my personal scrapbooking supplies and a helps me pay a few bills too!  Ask me how you can join my team and make this a business that works for your needs!  

If you are ready to sign up now, 

visit my website at this link- Your Opportunity!

I would love to have you join my Inspired Artists team!!  Welcome to the team!

Happy Scrapping and Creating in May!

Janice

Chairs to You! May Stamp of the Month

I am LOVING the May Stamp of the Month!  This simple card was created with the Chairs to You! Stamp Set.  I stamped the comfy chair twice on patterned paper from the Mayberry Level 2 Paper Pack.  One of the images was cut out entirely while the second image was just the seat cushion (this breaks up the continuous pattern and gives it more of a "separate seat cushion" look.  Make sense??  I really like how it looks on the kraft paper- it really stands out.  Remember that this cute set is only available this month, and you can get it at a discount on free with your $25 minimum order- so be sure to include it with your order this month!

CTMH Products Used:  Mayberry Level 2 Paper Pack (X7136B), Chairs to You May Stamp of the Month (D1456), Cocoa ink pad (Z2114), Kraft Cardstock (Z1375), 2" circle punch (Z1392), corner rounder (Z578), Basic Assortment Buttons (Z1358), Cocoa Collection Designer Ribbon (Z1316), White Hemp (Z281)
Other Products:  small scallop punch (fiskars)


Happy Creating!

Janice

May Playgroup- Bliss!

 May Playgroup- Bliss 

We are creating with Bliss this month!  Join me on May 1st at 2 p.m. or on May 13th at 7 p.m. to create the featured scrapbook layout, cards, or both.  You can also get the kit "to go" to create on your own.  

Bliss Workshop Shopping Guide

Basic Kit:  $29.95 (plus s/h and tax)

• Bliss Level 2 Paper Pack
• Exclusive Stamp Set  
• Irresistibles Villa Chipboard Die-Cuts
• Workshop Guide  

Best Options = Basic Kit plus your choice of the following products:

• The Works ALphabet, D1195, $22.95
• Bliss Level 2 Assortment, Z1355, $5.95

Tools and Ink Pads

• Chocolate Ink Pad, Z2111, $5.25
• Smoothie Ink Pad, Z2196, $5.25
• Round Sponge, Z697, $1.25

Coordinating Items:

• Bliss Level I Kit, X7132A, $9.95
• Bliss Stickease, X7132C, $4.95
• Simple Memories Stamp Set, D1472, $22.95
• Trellis, D1451, $22.95

Stamp of the Month:

Don't forget that with the purchase of your Workshop On The Go kit you are eligible for the stamp of the month at 25% off, 50% off, 75% off or even FREE based on your order total. Check out the details here.

Be sure to order your kit at least 10 days prior to the Playgroup date, or you can order anytime to get your kit "to go".  

Happy Creating!

Janice

It's Birthday time!

Check out these cute cards that I created for a friends birthday!  I created the first card using Pear and had a friend over to recreate the card and she choose to do it in Cotton Candy!  I was so excited that I created a second one with the new color choice- aren't they awesome!

Here is the inside...

I can't wait to give it to my BFF, Shanon,....  just not sure which color to give her and which to keep for myself!!

Close To My Heart products used:  Royal Birth stamp set (D1441), Friendship- February stamp of the month (D1453), white daisy cardstock (1385) , black cardstock (1386), pear cardstock (X5764), cotton candy cardstock (X5760), black ink (Z2105), pear ink pad (Z2197), pear marker (Z2397), cotton candy ink pad (Z2193), cotton candy marker (Z2393),  clear sparkles (Z1104), red, pink, & purple sparkles (Z1326)

Happy Creating!

Janice

Let Me Show You How: Studio J "How To" Video!

Have you been thinking about maybe trying out Studio J?  Are you worried that it will be too difficult?  Here is a quick video that will give you the step-by-step basics in designing a beautiful layout with Studio J!




Ready to create your own layouts?  Visit my website to get started:  scrapstudio.myctmh.com
And don't forget the great deal this month for members:  Buy 10 layouts and get a free package of each:  Opaque Pearls and Sparkles!!

For Studio J purchasing options and membership information visit my Studio J blog page here.

Happy Creating!

Janice

Double the Fun with March Campaigns!

This month there are two awesome campaigns from Close To My Heart!!  Here is the scoop...

1.  Loving Level 1:
During the month of April, order $100 from my website, scrapstudio.myctmh.com, and get a FREE Level 1 kit!  You will get to select from a variety of available kits.  And don't forget that you will also get the Stamp of the Month, Blessed, for FREE with your $100 order!

2.  Sparkle with Studio J:
Close To My Heart also has a great offer for online scrapbookers this month!  By ordering 10 Studio J layouts, you will have extra "bling" for your layouts with FREE Sparkles and Opaque Pearls (you get one of each)!  This is a great time to order the layouts that you have been creating with Studio J!





What a great month!  Don't forget to also order your Hope for Japan stamp set for only $5- it's only available this month and will help the victims of Japan!

Happy Creating!

Janice

April Playgroups- It's Sophia!

Ready for an afternoon or evening out?  Join us for the Sophia Workshop on the Go!  The next playgroups will meet on April 10th at 2 pm and April 15th at 7 pm.  Or remember that you can get your kit "to go" if you are unable to attend or do not live in the Central Florida area.  Here is the shopping list:

Sophia Workshop Shopping Guide

Basic Kit:  $29.95 (plus s/h and tax)

• Sophia Level 2 Paper Pack
• Sophia Exclusive Stamp Set  
• Pink Buttons Assortment Buttons
• Colonial White Waxy Flax
• Workshop Guide  

Best Options = Basic Kit plus your choice of the following products:

• Sophia Level 2 Journaling Spots, Z1357, $3.95
• Friendship Alphabet Stamp Set, E1016, $34.95

Tools and Ink Pads

• Hollyhock Ink Pad, Z2128, $5.25
• Round Sponge, Z697, $1.25

Coordinating Items:

• Sophia Level I Kit, X7131A, $9.95
• Sophia Stickease, X7131C, $4.95
• Red, Pink, Purple Sparkles, Z1326, $2.95
• Heartfelt Treasures, C1456, $18.95 
• Polka Dot Alphabet, D1469, $22.95

Stamp of the Month:

Don't forget that with the purchase of your Workshop On The Go kit you are eligible for the stamp of the month at 25% off, 50% off, 75% off or even FREE based on your order total.

Happy Creating!
Janice

Blessed in April!

This beautiful April Stamp of the Month, Blesssed, really had me going crazy!  At first I wasn't sure how to create with this stamp set- I just couldn't decide how I would  color in the images. This set can really be used in so many ways:  color in with watercolor pencils, chalk, paper piece, or use the two step stamping to fill in the images.  I decided to use the two different techniques!

The 8" x 3 1/2" card on the left uses the two-step stamping.  The solid images of the butterflies, bird, and flower were stamped in second generation twilight!  For the 6" x 6" card on the right, I stamped the bird image twice:  once on colonial white square and once on the cocoa patterned B&T paper.  I cut out the bird image on the patterned B&T and then adhered him to the image on the colonial white paper.  I LOVE how they turned out! What do you think??  Feel free to leave me a message!


Here is a close up of each card..

Close To My Heart products used:  Blessed Stamp Set (D1455), Cocoa Ink Pad (Z2114), Twilight Ink Pad (Z2160), Bliss Level 2 Papers (X7132B), Pearl Opaques (Z1336), Mocha Opaques (Z1333), Bliss Level 2 Assortment flower (Z1335), Cocoa Ribbon Collection (Z1316), Grey Flannel Marker (Z2324)

Don't forget that you can get this great stamp set at a discount or even FREE with  your order this month!  

Happy Creating!

Janice