"Art with an Attitude" Blog Hop

I am thrilled to be a team member of "Stampers with an Attitude", through Close To My Heart, and was invited to participate in a blog hop with fellow teammates.  There's no better way to cap off Cinco de Mayo than with some inspiring artwork made with Close To My Heart products.

If you are coming from Angela's Craft Closet, you are on the right track!  The hop is one big circle so keep "hoppin" along to see some fabulous creations.

I am sharing two items that I have recently created, both using the fabulous and ever-so-popular "Dream Pop" paper packet.  If you know me very well, you know I like bright, cheery and summer-like colors so this paper packet is right up my alley!  It is an exclusive paper pack available only through the end of May (or while supplies last) through Close To My Heart.

This first creation is our My Creations Kraft Container which measures 5 3/4" x 3" - much bigger than I imagined - and is perfect for filling with any type of goodie.  In fact, it is it tall enough to fit your favorite pens and pencils.  (Another little thing about me...I am addicted to CUTE pens and pencils so it would be the perfect place to "hide" them so nobody else uses them.  LOL  Did I just say that?)

I'm also addicted to this fabulous flower pattern made from our exclusive Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge.  I started at size 1 3/4" and reduced it in size, two times, by 1/4".  A little bling and some glitter and it makes for a cute container!  Oh!  I also love the saying that I used which is contained on one of the sheets of paper, "Do what you love and love what you do."  That describes me to a "C" (lol) in regards to Close To My Heart that is.  

My second creation is this greet card.  The flowers and scallop trim were also cut with our Cricut Cartridge but this time with Artiste.  (Currently we have two exclusive Cricut Cartridges.)

Thanks for taking the time to stop by.  I would love for you to leave a comment if you feel led to do so.  Now, "hop" on over to Scrapper's Therapy where you will find some fun artwork by Amber.

And a HUGE THANK YOU to Melinda Everitt for coordinating this swap!

Enjoy a wonderful week!

Just living isn't enough...

This is a fabulous quote from Hans Christian Andersen, "Just living is not enough...one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower."  So I thought it was perfectly fitting to incorporate this fun flower image from the "Girls Rock" stamp set.  (It is one I have used several times in recent posts.)  It's just plain fun!

One of the paper patterns I like from the Claire paper packet, and you would never believe it, is the denim-like one where the flower is situated.  I just like its' appeal when I pair it with Outdoor Denim cardstock.  These colors were fun to work with.

I hope you can enjoy some spring-like weather in your neck of the woods today.  Have a beautiful Saturday!

Yeehaw!

This card, made with the Clementine paper packet, was made for a friend's birthday.  The paper packet offers a soft and "country" appeal and is fun to work with.

Before you inquire about the stamp set used, I must disappoint you in sharing it was one of the stamp sets we, Consultants, received at last year's Convention.  It was perfect for the occasion since the event was held in  Dallas, TX.  (This is just one of the perks of being a Consultant with Close To My Heart.)

A few square studs later, and foam tape to add dimension to the boots and sentiment, I felt it was complete.

Praying your enjoying your week and the cold front that moved in today,

Happy National Scrapbooking Month!

Is it hard for you to believe that it is already May 1st?  In looking at the calendar last week, I found myself caught off-guard with that realization.  This school year has sure flown by.  (That tends to be how I measure a year. LOL)

If you caught my blog post on April 26, you saw that we have a fun paper pack that is debuting today!  It is called "Dream Pop" and the colors and fun patterns are sure to "pop" out at you!  With just a $35 order, it can be yours for just $10!  It's well worth those $10, let me tell ya!

I have already been playing with this paper packet and am looking forward to decorating several dimensional items I have in my studio.  (Those will be posted soon.)  But to start off this month, I wanted to share this card I made with some of the fun patterns in this paper packet.  

The photos just do not do this paper packet justice.  You have got to see it in person.  And the texture on some of the sheets, like on the turquoise-shaded piece shown, are too fun!  The textures vary on several sheets of cardstock.

Check out my customer newsletter where you will find another card creation there.  If you would like to be added to my newsletter distribution list, please click here.  Complete the information and then let me know you did so in the comment section below.  I'll send you a fun card for doing so!

Wishing you all the best in May,

Dream Pop BLOG HOP

I am excited to get back to blogging (after a brief break in having to prepare for an event last weekend and a busy work week) with a Blog Hop highlighting Close To My Heart's newest paper pack called "Dream Pop"!  I absolutely love it and it goes "live" to everyone on May 1st!  Of course, we Consultants get a sneak preview.  Gotta love that!

This hop is one big circle so please follow the links provided below to view all the beautiful artwork ideas highlighting this fun paper packet!  There are 35 Consultants participating in this hop.  Should you get lost somewhere along the way, please feel free to visit Kathleen's Blog for a list of all participants.

If you arrived here from Krista's Craft Corner you are on the right track!

I had fun making this "Girl Fun" layout and am anxious to add some photos pertaining to the title.  All items used on this layout are CTMH products.  The title was cut from our exclusive Cricut Artiste cartridge, as were the CUTE flowers!  Cut in 1/4" increments, they made for some fun accents.  I also love the price of the Sparkles Clear Flourishes - Small, perfect for adding a little bling.  (Disclaimer:  The photos don't do the paper justice.  You've got to see it in person!)

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I have already created some other fun items with this paper pack and will be doing more of that this weekend!  Feel free to subscribe to my blog, in the right column, if you would like to follow me.

Thank you for stopping by.  Please leave a comment, if you feel led, and continue reading below if you would like to see the contents of the paper packet.

Now, hop on over to Sherri Says Just Scrap It to see what artwork she has to share.

These images don't do the paper packet any justice but at least you can get an idea of what you can get for just $10 in May, in honor of National Scrapbooking Month.

Happy hoppin', 

You blow me away!

I love the pun stamp sets we carry that have a play on words and this is one of them!  

This stamp set, Under the Sea, was one of my faves when it was released last year and I still love it!  Isn't it fun?!

I created this card using our retired Footloose paper packet and had some fun adding dimension with the waves.  Of course, the turquoise Sparkles were just the bling needed to finish up the fun.  It is difficult to tell from this picture, but I did make the bubbles glitzy with our Stardust Glitter Glue.  TOO FUN!

Have a Terrific Tuesday!

Love Blooms, Thank You Card

This morning I reported back to work but my mojo has not ended.  I will just have to take time to create in the evenings and during the weekends rather than all day for several days.  It was such an enjoyable and relaxing break.  I am grateful.

I thought this card was fitting to share today as we have experienced some beautiful, spring-like weather over the past couple of days.  Now, if we could only get some rain to raise the lake!

I used some patterned paper from Flirty, a retired paper pack, and the rose stamp set called Love Blooms.

Keeping this card pretty simple, I colored in the flower and leaf images using our markers and used a little 3-d Foam Tape to make it have some dimension.  A Clear Sparkle was perfect for the center of the rose and the Silver Shimmer Trim was great for separating the two patterned papers.  

Have an awesome week!

Thankful for a restful and enjoyable Spring Break,

God Bless You!

I pray you are enjoying a blessed Sunday.  With the sentiment on this card, I thought it was perfect for sharing today.

I have been using up some of my scraps and decided to use the good ol' Roxie paper packet.  It was a popular one and ultra fun, especially with the zebra pattern.  I just kept gradually adding to this card and this is what I came up with.  This was the first time I had tried these flowers (made from our exclusive Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge) and thought this sentiment would fit perfectly inside.  A little bling - flourishes and the center of the roses - and I was pleased with the finished card.

Wishing you a blessed day before the work week begins!

Follow your dreams...

I have returned from a fabulous trip to Albuquerque with my family. I had a wonderful time spending two days with my parents, sister and niece.

Me with my sister and niece.

Switching gears for a moment, I thought I would create something other than cards during this creative spree I am on.

I dug out one of my favorite products, our Milk Cartons!  Who ever thought a milk carton could be so cute?!  These cartons are 5.5" tall and perfect for your choice of treats.

I used nothing other than the "Girl's Rock" stamp set and our Claire paper packet.  Add a pink sparkle...and it is ready for someone special!

Enjoying the weekend before returning to work after Spring Break,

Hip Hip Hooray

I had fun making this fun card using the Freshly Made Sketch pictured below.  I enjoy participating in these sketch challenges and it gives me a basis for designing a card.  I totally need that!

I used the stamp set, "Hooray Bouquet", for both the floral and sentiment image.

This patterned paper comes from the Close To My Heart Chantilly paper packet.  It is a really pretty pattern and I just could not resist using it for this card.  Because of my desire to incorporate this fun floral stamped image, I felt the need to layer it a couple of times so it did not "clash" so much.  While a little busy, I think it is fun!  (I hope you think the same!)

Thanks for stopping by.  Enjoy the rest of your day!

Blessings,