Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking Blog Hop

 

Have you heard about our fabulous campaign is this month?  It's called "Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking" and you get a great discount on a scrapbooking kit that includes many of our top selling products.  You can click HERE for all the details and then contact your Consultant to place your order.

If you are coming from Sheila's Blog, you are on the right track.  You can find a list of participants by clicking HERE.

While the focus of this campaign is scrapbooking I know you are bound to have some scrap pieces of paper and this card is perfect for just that.  I used two 4" x 4 1/4" pieces of paper from the Paper Fundamentals, one of each color (Topiary and Cranberry). The strips were then cut in diagonals and placed accordingly.  Feel free to search the "starburst" technique on YouTube.  There are plenty of videos out there.  The method I use is super simple.

The "Christmas Star" stamp set was used for the focal point/sentiment, inked up in Glacier.  There are star bursts in the stamp set and I used Canary for them.  And you know me...some Gold Shimmer Trim and Gold Sequins were the finishing touch.  I hope you like the result.  I sure do!  

Thank you for hopping with us.  I always love reading comments so please consider doing so and then hop on over to Wendy's Blog and see what she has in store for you!

Happy hoppin'!

Stamp of the Month Blog Hop - Cheers, 2016!

Thank you for joining us this month as we highlight the November Stamp of the Month, "Cheers, 2016!"  Is it just me or is it crazy that we are getting ready to say goodbye to 2015 and hello to 2016?  It is completely amazing how quickly the years come and go but I am thrilled to get to bring in the new year with artwork created with this fun stamp set!  Don't forget...you can get it for just $5 with your qualifying purchase in November.

If you are coming from Terrie's Blog, you are on the right track.  You can find a complete list of participants by clicking here.

Here is my creation!  I hope you like it!

The Paper Fundamentals line is what was used to create this card.  I used Lagoon, Pear and and Sapphire which comes from the Adventure Color Palette.  (This paper line is offered in all four color palettes.)  Thankfully you can clearly see the texture on the Sapphire pieces which are what you would see (although different patterns) on the back of the other two colors if they were flipped over. Too fun!  I did a little ombre' technique on the sentiment, stamping it first in Pear and then applying Lagoon and Sapphire inks on the upper most areas, creating the three tones.  The banner was stamped and cut - I can see it used on other future projects - and then some Silver Shimmer Trim and Bitty Sparkles were perfect bling to finish off the creation.

I do believe this is a card I will be mass-producing and sending out this month!  Leave a comment and let me know what you think of it and then head on over to Haley's Blog to see what fabulous creation she has to share!

Thanks for hopping with us and be sure to Make It From Your Heart!

Convention Roomie Layout Made from Fundamentals

I work to make roomie and team gifts that are practical and will be used.  One of the gifts I have enjoyed making recently, for such occasions, are layouts suited for the event.  While I am a Close To My Heart purist, I decided to incorporate a few Disney touches to finish off the layout (the Disney logo and small Mickey resins in the center of the flowers).

Various colors of the Paper Fundamentals patterns were incorporated, as was some cardstock.  It was fun being able to reverse the fundamentals, creating different textures as I did.  Close To My Heart had recently blogged about incorporating envelopes into artwork so I gave it a try here.  I included a journaling spot and also thought it would be a great place for my roomies to include event tickets, etc.

I did create the Mickey Mouse image by welding three circles together from our Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge.

The ladies were happy to receive them and I had fun making them!

Have a blessed week!

You are the Best!

You might think I have been MIA but the fact is...I have been enjoying life, in various ways!  My dad came to visit for a few days, my hubby whisked me away on a surprise trip for our 17th Anniversary, and I have been busily preparing for our Close To My Heart Convention which is a little over a week away.  The crazy thing is that I won't be able to share any of those creations until I have given the goodies to my roommates and team members.  But don't worry...I have and will be creating other artwork for some other fun stuff going on here on my blog for several days in July!

I attempted to make a more manly card with this stamp set and I don't know how well I succeeded but I am pleased with the color combination; Outdoor Denim and Lagoon.  Always hard to photograph, I used the Paper Fundamentals - love this paper - for the Lagoon pieces, using both sides.  I love the texture it provides.  The ice cream cone was colored in with the Shin Han Markers and the sentiment and banner it is stamped in came from the "Finding the Words" stamp set.  It offers a lot of versatility for a needed sentiment.

Tomorrow is the last day to purchase the "Ice Cream Dream" stamp set that is the stamp of the month for June.  I have used it and used it and used it...and I still love it!  It is super fun and I will be incorporating it into a future layout!  Remember, you can purchase it for just $5 when you place a $50 order!  I would love your business so let me know if you have any questions.  You can place your order by clicking HERE.

Have a blessed week!

Life Is Sweet

Life IS sweet, isn't it?  This stamp set and card are perfect for celebrating all the surprises and blessings that life holds. 

I had fun creating this sweet but simple card using the "Documenting Moments" stamp set.  I incorporated Sunset and Smoothie patterns from the Paper Fundamentals paper pack (can you tell I love those paper packs?) as well as some of the Blossom patterned paper.  I cut the cupcake, cupcake wrapper and cherry out of the Artiste Cricut Cartridge.  I thought it was perfect for conveying the theme of the sentiment.  

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I had an incentive in the post on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 entitled "Summer Goodie".  Both Molly's and TCope's names were entered and here is the result (arrow, for the spinner is on the left side):

Congratulations, TCope!  Will you please email me with your mailing address and I will get your stamp set in the mail to you in early May?!  (I look forward to greater participation in upcoming giveaways!)

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I hope you have a sweet day and are sure to celebrate all the blessings in your life!

Hello Friend! (and some Blog Candy)

This 3" x 3" card was fun, simple and easy to make.  I incorporated a piece of the Paper Fundamentals, Pacifica, paper as the main background.  A little Canary and Hollystock cardstock added to the finished product.  I did use various ShinHan markers to color in the image and 3-D it in the middle.  Of course I had to add some doodling around the square and banner.  :)

I used the Friendship Wreath stamp that is just $2.95 (gotta love that price point)!  

BLOG CANDY:  Leave a comment and sign up to follow my blog or my Page on Facebook, if you aren't already doing so, and I will do a drawing on Saturday morning for this stamp.  (Fellow CTMH Consultants are not eligible.)  

Happy Thursday!

Love Ya Silly!

I decided to take on a color challenge found at Color My Heart Color Dare.  We were challenged to incorporate the following Close To My Heart colors into our project:  Black, Cotton Candy, Lagoon, Olive, White Daisy.  I tend to love Pear as my favorite "green", especially with these other colors, so I was forced outside-the-box a bit...and that is never a bad thing.  :)

Here is what I came up with!

The pink pattern is found in the Paper Fundamentals Adventure Assortment.  I used coordinating cardstock for the rest of my paper pieces.  I did paper piece the little monster guy, stamping him originally in Black ink and then again in Cotton Candy (on Cotton Candy paper) and Lagoon cardstock.  Then I cut out the desired pieces.  Pixie Twine, while not Cotton Candy, coordinated nicely with it and I love stamping with the White Daisy ink which is what I did here.

 I used this "Love Ya Silly" stamp set.  Isn't it just precious?!  I have seen it used for birthdays, baby showers, etc.  It is so versatile.

Let me know what you are doing today!  Are you papercrafting?!  If so, what?  I am planning on it.  It is supposed to be a rainy day here in Texas!

Some Bunny Loves You!

This card was too fun to create and darling for this time of the year!  

I used the adorable stamp set, "Hopping By", for the stamped images.  The paper used comes from the Paper Fundamentals Whimsy Assortment.  One side of the paper has a glossy, embossed pattern.  (It does not always photograph well but I think you get the idea.)  I love the texture and variety it offers!

I paper-pieced the carrot and carrot-top.  What does paper-piecing mean?  It means I stamped the original image on a piece of White Daisy cardstock and then stamped it again on the Sunset B&T paper, from the Scaredy Cat Paper Packet, and cut it out.  I stamped the image...one more time...on Pear cardstock and cut out the leafy part.  I glued both pieces on the original stamped image and this was the result.  I used ShinHan markers to color in the rest of the image.  While paper-piecing takes a little bit of time...it sure is worth it!  Try it and let me know what you think!

A scalloped circle cut out of Pear cardstock, and some white accents and I was done!  Because of the glossy texture of the paper, I did stamp the sentiment in Archival Black Ink and allows for it to dry.

I used this sketch from Freshly Made Sketches - #178 to design this card.  Totally love when I have a point of inspiration.  

I hope you enjoy the card.  Feel free to shop on my website if you need some supplies to create handmade Easter/Spring cards!  Click HERE to be directed there.

Happy Thursday!

Santa has Already Visited!

Yes, I was that good this year!  :)  We are doing a Secret Santa exchange within my CTMH team and I received my first gift yesterday!  All participants were to create and mail handmade items this week that could server as a stocking stuffer.  Isn't this CUTE?!

 It is one of our boxes, cut from the Artiste Cricut cartridge (as best as I can tell) and the creator was creative by adhering a Christmas tree to the top.  It has an interlocking top to hold the box together.  FUN!  She used the Paper Fundamentals paper packet.  Can you tell the glossy patterns on both the green and red?!

And look at the cute hearts on the inside?!  (The paper is double-sided for double the fun!)  Inside were lots of fun little things - like items for decorating my nails, Red Enamel Hearts, and CHOCOLATE!  How fun would this be for that special someone's stocking?!

Obviously, I love my first gift, Secret Santa (if you are reading)!  Thank you for the fun mail!

Stampers with an Attitude - Artfully Sent Blog Hop

You are going to have fun checking out some fun artwork showcasing the NEW Cricut cartridge, exclusive to Close To My Heart, called "Artfully Sent".

If you are coming from Melinda's, "If You Bling It", Blog, you are on the right track. You can also find a complete listing of participants on her blog.

There are so many options for this cartridge and while it is card-focused, and I have used it for that, you will find it can be used on all types of projects.

Our Paper Fundamentals paper was used to create this card, both inside and out, offering nice patterns and texture with no effort by me. The Cricut cut out the sunburst and sentiment and cardstock was simply placed behind Hello and Sunshine to give off a different color.  Super simple! A few gold sequins and some Teal Shimmer Trim were also used.

For the inside, it was lined with this cute heart pattern and the phone, as well as the word bubble, was cut using the cartridge. A circle of white cardstock was placed behind the dialer to create the look of a true phone and some color behind the word "hi". 

I cannot wait to see what else I can create with this cartridge.  It can be yours for just $50 when you host an online gathering of just $250. (You can also buy it outright for just $99.)  Contact me for more details.

Hop on over Belinda's Blog to see what she has in store for you but don't forget to leave a comment before you do. 

Happy hoppin'! 

CTMH Technique Blog Hop - "All Lit Up"

Thanks for joining me and seven other CTMH Consultants who are showcasing the "All Lit Up" technique showcased on page 88 of the NEW Annual Inspirations!  We were challenged to use glitter paper for an eye-catching and exciting look.  

If you are coming from Wendy's Blog, you are on the right track.  The hop starts at Debi's Blog but it is a circle so feel free to keep on hoppin'!  You can find a list of participants on the bottom of this post.

I decided to use some Silver Glitter paper to bling up this 5" x 7" acrylic frame which serves as a make-shift sticky note holder.  I used the "Glitter Glam" stamp set which I thought was fitting for the task at hand.  I used a sheet of our fabulous Paper Fundamentals Whimsy Assortment as the background - I LOVE IT!  It is absolutely beautiful and all of the various patterns are too fun!  I decided to use Outdoor Denim cardstock to complement the Smoothie pattern on the background and used our Scallop Border Punch to add some decorative design.  I gave the "Glitter Girl" sentiment some color by using the Smoothie ink pad and Blending Pen.  

I thought it was fun how this came out and you cannot beat the cost of creating one and the practicality of having one at your fingertips!  Anyone love sticky notes more than me?!  I am addicted to those too!

 It was a little challenging to get a good picture of the frame without the glare.  :)  Oooh!  I used our Chalk Marker to write on the dark sticky note.  Too fun, right?!  :)

Here are four of the six Glitter Papers we have to offer.  Click here to view all of them.

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to head over to Haley's Blog but not before leaving a comment!  :)  I would love to hear from you!

Happy hoppin' and HAPPY FRIDAY!

1. Debi Barber - http://debiistheothersister.blogspot.com
2. Shirley Ross - http://www.momnmescrap.blogspot.com
3. Sheila Bennett - http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com
4. Michelle Loncar - http://michelleloncar.blogspot.com/2014/08/technique-hop-all-lit-up.html
5. Wendy Kessler - http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com
6. Melissa Robinson - http://www.mlisrobinson.blogspot.com
7. Haley Dyer- http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com
8. Tonya Whitehurst - http://heartandsoulscrappers.blogspot.com