Technique Hop - Annual Inspirations Sneak Peek

Close To My Heart's Idea Book, to be called "Annual Inspirations" once it goes live on August 1st, is full of beautiful artwork and fun techniques.  During today's hop, we will be showcasing some of the various techniques highlighted throughout the book.  You will definitely want to get your hand on a hard copy.  If I can help you with that, let me know!

This hop is one big circle and consists of seven participants.  You can start at the beginning by visiting Debi's Blog, or you can continue to proceed through the link I have provided below so you can move through all the artwork.  If you are coming from Haley's Blog, you are on the right track!  I know you will be inspired by all that you are about to see so sit back, relax, and enjoy!

I decided to focus on the technique called, "Charmed, I'm Sure" (which will be found on page 133).  It encourages incorporating our cute charms from our jewelry line, Base & Bling, to bling out your papercrafts.  (You get 6 charms for just $3.95!  That is a great deal!)  Here is how I decided to add a little "charm" to my project!

I decorated one of our My Creations Kraft Containers.  The stamp set used is "Girl's Rock" and I incorporated a resin flower from the Ivy Lane Assortment for the center of the flower.  (The striped paper used is from Skylark and then I incorporated some Cotton Candy and Ultra White cardstock.)

Here is a close-up of the charms.  I strung them on some the Slate color from the Baker's Twine Neutral Metallic Assortment and also used Slate Polka-Dot Washi Tape for a little added texture and to coordinate with the Baker's Twine. 

It was fun, while at Convention, seeing the various ways to incorporate our darling charms into various projects and not just for our Jewelry Line.  This hop definitely made me step out of my box and I am so glad I did!  I hope I have inspired you to do the same.

Please take a moment to leave a comment before moving onto Tonya's Blog.

Happy hoppin'!

"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!