Heart 2 Heart Challenge - The Birds & The Bees

This week's Heart 2 Heart Challenge is themed "The Birds & The Bees".  Unsure what I was going to create along that theme, I decided to focus on some photos taken when some friends and I visited the Utah State Capitol in Salt Lake City in November.  Utah is called the "Beehive" State so...a perfect match!

I did use Studio J, Close To My Heart's Online Scrapbooking Program that is set to retire at the end of April.  I am sad to see it go so thought I would get some layouts done before I have to say goodbye for good.  This paper pack is a retired one called "Buzz & Bumble".  Fitting, don't you think?  You can click on the image for an enlarged view.

Consider joining us for this week's theme.  Be sure to use Close To My Heart products in your creation.  You can link up by following this link.

Have a great week!

Regatta or Mother's Day Blog Hop

Thank you for joining us today as we showcase product using the Regatta paper pack or artwork using a Mother's Day theme.

If you are coming from Melinda's Blog, you are on the right track.

This layout was created in celebration of last year's Mother's Day where my Mom and I joined for a weekend of scrapbooking fun.  Because I don't live near her, I do not get the opportunity to spend every Mother's Day with her so this one was a special treat as we spent time doing what we love.  And...she is joining me again this year!  YAY!

I created it through Studio J our soon-to-retire Online Scrapbooking Program that will be greatly missed.  I am taking advantage of it while it remains.

Thank you for stopping by and please head on over to Barbi's Blog to view her artwork.

Have an awesome week!

Hello Paradise - FREE 20-Page Scrapbook Directions!

Been on a cruise?  Been to the beach?  Planning on going there?  Need a reason to go there?  LOL

If you haven't already seen, there is an exclusive stamp set that was recently released and is only available through the end of the month!  It is called "Hello Paradise" and has wonderful images (shown below) but...even better than that, how would you like complete directions and full-color photos to make 20 scrapbook pages (aka 10 scrapbook layouts)?!

Here are images of the layouts that were created by Close To My Heart's Art Department.  Aren't they fun and fabulous?!  (They are more clear in the document - link provided below.)

For a PDF that contains the assembly directions and photos of the layouts please click HERE.  You can download them to your device.  You can rotate the photo document if you want to view them online.

Check out these beautiful cards created with the stamp set!  You can find products used and recipes for these cards through the Make It From Your Heart Blog hosted by Close To My Heart.

Here is a photo of the stamp set:

You can place your order through my website.  

Hoping you are enjoying this beautiful Easter Sunday!

Stampaganza Ends Soon & Upcoming Recruiting Special!

Good afternoon on this beautiful Spring day in north Texas! I wanted to take a quick moment to wish you a Happy Easter, remind you of the time that remains regarding Stampaganza (and a newly released stamp set), and to make mention of an upcoming recruiting special you may want to consider. Have a wonderful day celebrating Easter and I will see you again in April! Cell:  (214) 984-0280 - call or text Email:  MlisRobinson@gmail.com Website:  MlisRobinson.CTMH.com

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Hello Paradise Made Stampaganza Better! In celebration of this month's Stampaganza special, the exclusive new My Acylix® Hello Paradise stamp set was released and is only available now through the end of Stampaganza which ends March 31 ! Stamp your way to paradise with this beautiful D-size set, and remember, during Stampaganza, you can buy two My Acrylix stamp sets and get a third free! It only lasts for 5 more days!   Here is sample artwork using this stamp set and I have directions and photos for 10 layouts (20 scrapbook pages).  Check out my blog post tomorrow for photos and complete details to make them!   AS A REMINDER:  For every $35 order placed during the month of March, through my website, your name will be entered into a drawing to win a My Acrylix Stamp Organizer (retail value of $14.95)!  I guarantee at least one winner but reserve the right to award more winners as participation increases.  Everyone who purchases from my website always receives a thank you gift and handmade card for appreciation for your business. Click HERE to view all of the stamp sets we currently have to offer.  If you are looking for a specific sentiment or image, type in a keyword in the Search window and items will populate.  If you need help finding something specific, let me know.  I am happy to help you. Be sure to share Stampaganza with your friends!

Phenomenal Time to Join CTMH! WOW!  So I do not even know where to start but want to begin by sharing details regarding the FABULOUS Consultant Kit and Campaign that will be released on April 1st!  (It is definitely NO JOKE!) Check out this fabulous NEW KIT - with brand new products that are only released to Consultants on April 1st and the public on May 1st -  for only $75!!!!!   When you sign up as a New Consultant in April you will get: • New Consultant Kit with essential supplies for only $75 • $50 in Select Product Credit to spend on additional supplies • The chance to earn fantastic Straight To The Top start-up rewards! And only during April, you can also earn your choice of a FREE Cricut® collection or an additional $100 in Select Product Credit when you submit $350 in personal sales within your first 30 days! Offer valid April 1, 2016 (9:00 am MDT) – April 30, 2016 (11:59 pm MDT). Cricut® collections available while supplies last. No tax will be charged on the free item. Shipping/handling will be charged based on the retail value of the free Cricut® collection. How exciting is ALL OF THAT?!  This is truly a GREAT time to join the company and my team as you have nothing to lose!  You can save on your own purchases or earn money as a part-time or full-time business owner! To find out more information, I am hosting an "Baby, YOU'RE Worth It With CTMH" Event on Facebook.  It's a place where you can ask questions and I will share information regarding being a Consultant and a member of my Heartfelt Sentiments Team.  You can also email me. I am available to answer your questions. Here am I with some of my team members who attended a CTMH Training Event in Houston last weekend.  Did I mention we have FUN?!   WE WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US!

Say Hello to Paradise (EXCLUSIVE STAMP SET THROUGH MARCH 31!)

In celebration of this month's Stampaganza special, Close To My Heart released this exclusive new My Acrylix Hello Paradise stamp set, available now through March 31, 2016!  Stamp your way to paradise with this beautiful D-size set, and remember, during Stampaganza, you can buy two My Acrylix stamp sets and get a third free!  Here is a direct link to this stamp set on my website.  

Check out this sample piece of artwork, from the CTMH Art Department, created with this stamp set.

To order this stamp set and/or take advantage of Stampanganza before it ends at the end of this month, click here.  Be sure to join the Stampaganza Orders Here link in the bottom right hand corner of my website.  If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact me!

Make it a great day!

My Favorite CTMH Stamp Set Blog Hop

As you know, Stampaganza is taking place this month and that means you get a FREE stamp set when you buy two!  In celebrating this fabulous sale, we wanted to share some artwork with you that showcases our favorite stamp set(s).  

If you are coming from Katy's Blog, you are on the right track!  There are just three of us in this hop so very easy to navigate but no shortage of fun!  :)

The stamp set I chose is "Friend in Me".  Believe it or not, I loved it when I first saw it but refrained from buying it for quite a while.  Then, we had access to it at Team Builders in Salt Lake City in January and I fell in love and placed it on my next order!  I LOVE the sentiments but I especially LOVE the flowers!

I actually random-stamped this 12" x 12" piece of White Daisy cardstock using Black Ink.  (I forgot to take a photo of it before I began coloring.)

I cut off a piece measuring 3 3/4" x 5", the Black cardstock is 4" x 5 1/2" (leaving a 1/4" border on all sides), and this was the result.  So fun and colorful!  (I did get inspiration for random-stamping with this stamp set from several photos I have seen online and had to do so myself.)  Not wanting to take away anything from the beautiful flowers, I kept the sentiment very simple.  I hope you love it!

Thank you so much for stopping by.  Feel free to leave a comment and then head on over to Cathy's Blog to see what she has in store for you.

Have a blessed day and don't forget to...Make It From Your Heart!

Featured Product Blog Hop - Complements

Hello and welcome to our CTMH Featured Products Blog hop.  This week our featured product is Complements.  

If you have just joined us you can start here and continue on, as this is a circular hop.  If you get lost along the way you can start at the beginning with Lauren Moore.  She has the complete list of participants.  If you came here from Lauren's Blog you are in the right place.  Now on to my  project using the Charlotte Complements.

What are complements, you ask?  They are packages of accessories that include 2 - 6" x 6" Coordinating Sticker Sheets and Assorted Diecuts (some are chipboard and others are vellum).  They vary in the paper packs.  Click HERE to view the Complements that are available and for a detailed and enlarged visual of the contents, click on the product link on the website.

Sorbet, Whisper and Black cardstock were used, along with paper from the Charlotte paper pack, to create this uplifting card.  The Whisper heart pattern show on the banner came from a Zip Strip on the 12x12 paper.  

Some Black & Gold Ribbon, Gold Foil Tape, and a cluster of the Complements finished off this card.  Oh yeah! I also used the Gold Metallic Marker to create a border on the piece of Black cardstock.  I felt it needed a little something and decided to go with it.

Thank you for checking out my project.  If you would like to purchase the featured product of the week or any additional supplies you can buy them here.  If you enjoyed my project please comment below as I love feedback!  Next on our hop is Catherine Nowak .  Make sure to check out her amazing work feature the same product.

Technique Blog Hop - Thin Cuts by CTMH

 

Welcome to our Blog Hop where we are featuring one of Close To My Heart's newest products, "Thin Cuts".   Thin Cuts are metal dies that can be used on your favorite die cut machine and the cuts coordinate with a stamp set, making it easy to stamp your images and incorporate them into your artwork.  No fussy-cutting needed!  Currently we have four themes of thin cuts as shown in the visual above.  (You can click on it for an enlarged view.)

If you are coming from Judy Faye's Blog, you are on the right track.  A complete list of participants is found below if you were to get lost along the way.  Now...let's get started!

I decided to use the "My Anchor" Thin Cuts for my card.  The various images and cute sentiments make this set simply adorable.

Here is the coordinating stamp set.  Isn't it CUTE?!

While an obvious nautical theme is thought of when looking at these images, I decided to head a different direction and made this card. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the simplicity of this card and hope you do too!

Three of the larger heart images and two smaller hearts were stamped and cut out, as was the banner, Some of them were 3-D for added dimension.  I used a ruler to draw faux stitches so I stayed in a straight line.  :)  Ink colors used:  Lagoon, Cotton Candy, Gypsy, Honey, Sunset, Pear and Black.

Thank you very much for stopping by.  Please consider leaving a comment before heading to Cat's Blog. She is truly a great artist and I know you will love what she has to share with you.

Happy hoppin'!

This is a list of participants:

1. Melissa Robinson *YOU ARE HERE*
2. Catherine Nowak
3. Kirsten Jade
4. Helen Gullett
5. Wendy Kessler
6. Michelle Loncar
7. Tammy Lubick
8. Judy Faye Garner