May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

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Welcome to the May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  If you came here from Krista Ritskes' blog then you are on the right track.  If you are new to the blog hop then just start here and hop from blog to blog following the links to wonderful SOTM artwork done by fellow Close to My Heart consultants.  If you get lost along the way then you can find the entire list here.

Here is my card this month and I hope you enjoy it.  Check back within the next week for several more ideas using this set that we made at my workshop on May 1st.  Thanks for looking!

Ingredients:
G1011 Zippidee Basic Kit
D1421 May Stamp of the Month: Cherish the Moment
Z1099 Twill Ribbon
Z2105 Black Ink Pad
Z2130 Indian Corn Blue Ink Pad
Z1218 Basic Brad Assortment
Z697 Round Sponge

You can find all of these items on my website.  Check out more great ideas by hopping over to Jen Patrick's blog! Pin It

Studio J Layout

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I love Studio J online scrapbooking!  Here is a layout I created on my website this morning.  Our daughter went horseback riding for her birthday and had a blast.  I think we've opened a can of worms now!

Try Studio J and let me know what you think! 

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Studio J - Close to My Heart Online Scrapbooking!

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I am so excited to introduce Studio J!  It is so quick and easy and you don't even need to pick up a pair of scissors!  This is perfect for people who have never scrapbooked before AND those who already love it.  You simply upload your photos to the Studio J site (free) then select one of the beautiful layouts and Close to My Heart paper packs.  Then all you need to do is click and drag the photos, add coordinating accessories, and you're done!  CTMH will then mail you your layouts already finished!  The layout is printed on archival quality paper and looks completely three dimensional.  Give it a try (no purchase necessary), write a comment here, and you will be entered to win this terrific Felicity Set!  Try it here!

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Zippidee May Workshop

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You're Invited!

The Zippidee cardmaking workshop features the My Acrylix Ticket to Ride B-size stamp set and Cherish the Moment Stamp of the Month. These fun-filled images paired with the My Reflections Zippidee Level 2 paper packet and coordinating accessories give you an adventuresome way to send well wishes to friends. Chart your route to cardmaking fun by signing up today!


DATE:  Sat, May 1st

TIME: 10 am - 12:30 pm

LOCATION: My Home in Fircrest, WA

TECHNIQUES:
NEW! My Creations "A-door-ables"
Finishing Files
Free Standing Pop Up Card

RSVP: Before April 28th

Cost: Make 5 cards for just $5 supply fee with any order of $20 or more (or $20 workshop fee)


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Smiles!

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This is one of my favorite stamp sets in the Winter Idea Book.  I hope you enjoy this simple card!

Ingredients:
C1397 Smiles Stamp Set
D1330 Connections Stamp Set
Heavenly Blue Cardstock
Garden Green Cardstock
Stazon Black Ink Pad
Creme Brulee Marker
Heavenly Blue Marker
Garden Green Marker
Gray Flannel Marker

Directions:

• Stamp the flowers in Black Stazon ink at the top of a white card
• Stamp the dotted circle around one of the flowers
• Use the markers to outline the inside of the petals
• Use the Gray Flannel marker to outline the outside of the petals
• Glue a piece of Garden Green CS to the bottom of the card
• Add a piece of Heavenly Blue CS above the Garden Green CS
• Stamp the saying on the card with Black Stazon ink
• You're done!

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April Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

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Welcome to the April Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  If you've come here from Sheila Bennett's blog, you are on the right track!  If you are just getting started then after you check out my idea you will find a link below that will lead to you another wonderful Close to My Heart consultant's blog.  You will hop from blog to blog viewing over 50 terrific ideas!  If you get lost along the way you can go to Helen's blog for a full list of participants.

I used the Veranda papers, distressing, and the blending pen with the stamp pads to create this fun card.  Here are the ingredients:

Veranda Level 2 Paper Kit
April Stamp of the Month
Colonial White Waxy Flax
Neutral Buttons
Stamp pads: Creme Brulee, Twilight, Garden Green, Desert Sand, Cocoa
Blending Pen
Sanding Block
Edge Distresser
Foam Tape

If you are interested in purchasing the April Stamp of the Month then please contact your consultant.  If you are one of my customers or don't have a consultant then you can call or email me or always order on my website.  I'm glad to help!
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Happy Birthday Coeuri!

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It's our sweet dog Coeuri's 11th birthday today.  Isn't he cute!?

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Playin' Hard Card

Pin It When I saw these colors in an Idea Book, I couldn't wait to play with them.  I would never have thought to combine Heavenly Blue, Twilight, and Cranberry together, but I love it!

Supplies:

C1387 Playin' Hard

Cardstock & Ink Pads: Heavenly Blue, Cranberry, Twilight

Sanding Block

Foam Tape

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Spring Cleaning Sale!!

Pin It I have several things for sale that I know you're going to love!  All of the stamp sets are either new or gently used so they work great!  All of the stamp sets are Close to My Heart and are $7 each or 4 for $25.  (Retail value $13.95-22.95 each).  Just let me know what number stamp sets you would like and we can arrange delivery or pickup.  If you would like me to ship the items to you then I can do that at your cost.  I must received payment by check or credit card within 7 days of purchase or I will need to offer them to the next person on the list.  ($.50 credit card processing fee per stamp set.)  First come first serve!  Happy shopping!!  Email or call me at 253-228-2864 with your choices!

Update ~ These items are still available as of Sun, 3/28 at 3:30pm:

• (2) Felicity Specials
• Stamp Sets: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 13, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 25, 29, 30, 31, 36, 37, 40, 41, 42, 44, 45, 46, 49, 50

Email or call me at 253-228-2864 with your order!

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Easel Birthday Card Using March Stamp of the Month

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This is a super fun and fairly easy birthday card that we made at my last workshop.  We used the March Stamp of the Month and the You Rock Level 2 Paper Packet along with some Blush Cardstock.  The You Rock papers are generally pretty bright and cheery, but try flipping them over and using the patterns on the back too. 

Directions:
Score Olive CS at 4”, 5 1/2,” and 6 3/4.”  Fold cardstock so one end sticks up as the easel portion.  Crease with a bone folder so the easel will stay fairly well.  Add a strip of cardstock at the other end using foam tape.  The bottom of the easel portion should stick under that strip.  It folds flat for mailing!  Feel free to leave a comment or question.  Thanks!

Item#  Description  Page  Price


G1006 You Rock Basic WOTG Kit flyer 29.95

D1408 March Stamp of the Month: A Little Everything 109 0-22.95

X5640 Blush 12x12 Cardstock 101 9.50

1291 Smokey Plum 12x12 Cardstock 101 9.50

1388 Colonial White 12x12 Cardstock 100 9.50

Z2106 Blush Ink Pad 101 5.25

Z2147 Smokey Plum Ink Pad 101 5.25

Z2137 Olive Ink Pad 101 5.25

Z726 Sponge Daubers 97 3.95

Z1218 Basic Brad Assort. 92 4.95

Z338 Euro Personal Paper Trimmer 98 29.95

Z340 Trimmer Blade/Scoring 98 5.95 Pin It