C is for.....

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop!

For this hop we will be featuring the letter C. This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment. Whatever the crafter has chosen as their C element will be featured in their post.

If you came from Josie's Joy then you're on the right track!

"C" is for Celebrate Clementine, Cameo, and Chevrons!

The past few weeks have been terribly busy around here.  We've just had a lot of stuff going on, and I didn't think I was going to be able to finish up C.  But, my sweet daughter came to my rescue.  My daughter, JaiLynn, is 18. She's never really been into scrapbooking. Her friends would come over and love to hang out in my scrap studio, but she just wouldn't do much of anything in there. Until this last year. I bought her a smash book for her senior year and she has done some amazing things in it. The book is totally cute!  So, when I mentioned this week was letter C and I didn't think I would have time to finish anything, she jumped right in to help.

Here are the amazing cards she made:

 Celebrate Clementine:

Supplies Used: All items CTMH unless noted: Clemetine paper, Sorbet, Creme Brulee & Twilight Ink, Card Chatter-Birthday stamps, Heart to Heart stamps, Summer Wishes stamps, Burlap Ribbon, Clementine flower accents; Cottage asst

Cameo

Supplies Used: All items CTMH unless noted: La Belle Vie pp and stamps, Desert Sand, Smokey Plum, and Blush ink, Cameo cut from Artiste cartridge, silver shimmer trim, flowers from Artiste cartridge, sparkles asst

Chevrons

Supplies Used: All items CTMH unless noted: Dotty For You pp, Lagoon, Sorbet, Buttercup ink, silver shimmer trim, It's Your Day stamps


Your next stop on our Everything ABC'S blog Hop is " name of person " of " name of blog with URL link embedded".

Here is the complete lineup in case you get lost along the way:

1. Amber La Mons ~ Scrapper's Therapy 
2. Lucy ~ Love 2 Create
3. Linda Norman - Scrappy Therapy
4. Kathy Johnson ~ Kathy's Creative Corner
5. Joanne Barnes - Josie's Joy
6. Kelly Lane ~ Paper Petal Memories 
7. Shalana Glass ~ Scrappin with Shalana
8. Theodora~ Celebrate Crafts
9. Shelly Nemitz ~ Just One Piece
10. Alicia Petitt - Serene Scrapping with Alicia 
11. Alicia Hill Olson ~ Love Stamping

Digital Stamps

I know I'm a little behind here, but this is my first try at digital stamps. I thought it would be to much trouble to learn how to "get" them. But, after a few unzips, saves, and all that techy stuff, it finally worked out.

I downloaded several from Tiddly Inks, which has some totally cute stuff!! It was so hard to decide on which ones to get. The one I am sharing today was a FREE one!! This is an awesome way to try digi stamps. She was just so cute, I couldn't wait to download and color her.  If you'd like to download her, she is here  Ellie

I am a CTMH consultant, but I do use lots of other products as well. I love so many different things, it would be hard to just do one company only :)  Here are the supplies used on this card:
Tiddly Inks digi stamp "Ellie", Paper Smooches "Smoocheroos" for the word Love, CTMH cardstock, Authentique Essentials Collection PP, Prima flower, Doodlebug paper posie, Misc stick pin, CTMH twine, pearls, glitter brad, and Paper Studio lace. Coloring was done with Spectrum Noir alcohol markers. If you have Spectrum Noirs here are the numbers I used: Balloons: BT1, BT2, BT4, BT5, BT7; Elephant: BG2, BG4, BG6, BG8; Ears: PP1, PP3

I linked this up to the Spectrum Noir Challenge for the month.

Thanks for stopping by today and be sure to come back tomorrow for the ABC Blog hop!

B is for Butterfly

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop!

For this hop we will be featuring the letter B. This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment. Whatever the crafter has chosen as their B element will be featured in their post.

If you came from Love Stamping then you are on the right track!

I used some older Close to my Heart paper that I've been hoarding. I love every piece of paper in the pack, and just couldn't part with it. But, as soon as I knew B was coming up, I couldn't think of anything but this butterfly paper.



I also used the Close to my Heart, Art Philosophy cricut cartridge for the scallop, circles, and butterfly. I stamped on the wings using the Save the Date stamp set (no longer available, but I know several who have some if you are interested, please comment) 

The only thing not Close to my Heart is the Washi tape. I love using Washi tape. It gives the look of ribbon, but not the bulk. CTMH does have some Washi coming in the new book, but I don't have my order in yet. I can't wait to get some.


Your next stop on our Everything ABC'S blog Hop is Jen Patrick of  Roxybonds.

Here is the complete lineup in case you get lost along the way:

1. Amber La Mons ~ Scrapper's Therapy
2. Lucy Kelleher ~ Love 2 Create
3. Theodora~ Celebrate Crafts
4. Linda ~ Scrappy Therapy
5. Shalana Glass ~ Scrappin' with Shalana
6. Joanne Barnes - Josie's Joy
7. Kathy Johnson ~Kathy's Creative Corner 
8. Alicia Olson ~ Love Stamping  
9. Kelly Lane ~Paper Petal Memories
10. Jen Patrick ~ Roxybonds Scrappin
11. Shelly Nemitz ~ Just One Piece

Scrapbooking = Make me some money!

I've been an avid scrapbooker since 2002. I've always love to color, cut, and paste (all the great things we learned in Kindy). Once I found a few pieces of paper and some great ideas online 11 years ago, I've never looked back!

I love to use lots of different products, mixing and matching brands. There are so many things to add and they are all super cool. But, over the years, I found I was always coming back to Close to my Heart for my "core" products.  I was in a club for many years, and last year decided to take the plunge and sell what I love. I'll be honest and admit that last year I didn't really work my business. I had a club that my friend and I co-clubbed :) This year, we had enough customers to split up. Now, I have my own club and almost enough to start a second club! If you are interested in joining my club, please , contact me here. You don't have to be local if you'd like to join. Email me and I would love to let you know how it works.

If you love the idea of getting all of your things for a discount, or want to make some extra income you can sign up with Close to my Heart for as little as $49~

Start the New Year off by becoming a CTMH Consultant, look at all the goodies you get for $ 49.00. Everything you need to start your adventure in paper crafting. See below for details.....

You can save yourself some money and bring in a little income on the side.   The new Consultant Kit is just $49 for the Essentials kit or $99 for the Master kit and is full of items from the 2013 Spring and Summer Idea Book! 

 

 CLICK HERE for full contents of kit

Here’s how you can save:

The $49 Essentials starter kit contains $155 in product and supplies.

The $99 Master starter kit is approximately $335 in retail value! 

Here’s how you can earn money

You receive 22% commission on all purchases made by others, even on discounted and promotional items.

You have the opportunity to earn free product.

Free website for online sales.

You can earn an additional $100 in product if you achieve Straight to the Top sales in the first 90 days. 

So if you are ready to begin your adventure with CTMH CLICK HERE.  Email me if you have questions or want to hear exciting things about CTMH.

This kit starts Feb 1, 2013, if you sign up prior you will get the Avonlea kit pictured below.

 
Welcome to our very first Everything ABC's Blog Hop! This will be the first of many throughout the year so make sure to check out what we have new for you about every two weeks. Happy New Year and Happy Hopping!

For this hop we will be featuring the letter A. This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment. Whatever the crafter has chosen as their A element will be featured in their post.

If you came from  Joanne Barnes at Josie's Joy -  then you're on the right track!

I made "A" trio of cards.  Here they are together: 


 

This card was made using the "A Bow Wow" set from CTMH. I am in love with that little doggie.

 Supplies Used:  CTMH Bow Wow stamp,  CTMH twine, CTMH button, Misch Washi tape, CTMH inks, Spectrum Noirs for dog
 
 The second card was made using the "Quick Butterfly" stamp set, which is a size A. CTMH stamps are in order of size and price, by the alphabet. "A" size stamps are $6.95.

 Supplies Used: All CTMH products: La Belle Vie paper, Seam Binding Ribbon, Mocha pearls, glitter glue

Have you ever imagined a card and it looked beautiful in your mind? Well, I usually do that and it never comes together. Last night, it all came together for me! I was so excited to see this one finished. It is truly a beautiful card. I used the "Avonlea" paper.

Supplies Used: CTMH Products: Avonlea paper pack,gray polkadot satin ribbon, gray twine, clear button, Love stamp from Mad About You set, Misc stick pin

Your next stop on our Everything ABC'S blog Hop is Jen Patrick at Roxybonds Scrappin

Here is the complete lineup in case you get lost along the way:

1. Amber La Mons ~  Scrapper's Therapy (link:  http://scrapperstherapy.blogspot.com/2013/01/the-everything-abcs-blog-hop-letter-a.html)
2. Theodora ~ Celebrate Crafts (link: http://www.celebratecrafts.com/2013/01/the-everything-abcs-blog-hop-letter-a.html)
3. Lucy ~ Love 2 Create (link: http://www.love2createitall.com/2013/01/the-everything-abcs-blog-hop.html)
4. Linda Norman - Scrappy Therapy (link: http://www.scrappytherapy.com/2013/01/a-is-for-adorable.html)
5. Shalana Glass - Scrappin with Shalana (link:  http://scrappinwithshalana.blogspot.com/2013/01/the-everything-abcs-blog-hop-featuring.html)
6. Kathy Johnson ~ Kathy's Creative Corner (link: http://www.kathyscreativecorner.com/2013/01/05/everything-abc…g-hop-letter-a/‎
7. Joanne Barnes - Josie's Joy -  http://josiesjoy.blogspot.com/2013/01/jan5abcbloghop.html
8. Kelly Lane ~ http://paperpetalmemories.blogspot.com/2013/01/abcbloghopa.html
9. Jen Patrick- http://roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/2013/01/everything-abc-blog-hop-for.htm
10. Alicia Olson - http://lovestamping.com/ (link: http://lovestamping.com/altered-items/everything-abc…lea-mini-album/)
11. Shelly Nemitz ~ Just One Piece (link: http://just1piece-shelly.blogspot.com/2013/01/a-amazing.html - www.just1piece-shelly.blogspot.com 

Whooo's Your Valentine... National Papercrafting Month

Just wanted to pop in to let you all know that the Whooo's Your Valentine kit is available now through until January 31st.

Spend $35 and get the exclusive treat tube kit for only $10!

In celebration of National Papercrafting Month, CTMH is offering a new product, available through January — the Whooo’s Your Valentine kit! This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart product. The kit includes 12 die-cut boxes, 3 cardstock sheets, 1 sheet of silver glitter paper, 12 treat tubes, and an exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit! Perfect for gifts and classroom projects, the Whooo’s Your Valentine kit will make Valentine’s Day a cinch!

Pemberly

The layout and cards today are from the Pemberly paperpack from CTMH. This pack was featured in last season's book, but carried over to the new one. This was one of the first sets I ordered, because I loved the blues and the print on the patterned papers. I felt like this was such a versatile pack!

I made 4 cards using the same pattern on all of them. I love doing the same style card with different sentiments. I think it makes a great little on the go gift if you need something quick! Just put them together with some envelopes, tie a bow around and done.

These were all made with Pemberly patterned paper, white cardstock, some CTMH blue buttons, and white twine. Ink and stamps were also CTMH. 

Now for the layout. I haven't added my pictures to this one yet, as I'm not sure which ones I will use. Banners are still very on trend for layouts and cards. And I love them. I've used a few on the sides to give it a small something extra in places where it just looked  to plain.  For the upper left corner, the white butterflies came from CTMH. I just stamped a little image on each one to make them different in the same colors that I used in my layouts to make them flow.