Let me start off by saying how wonderful it is and I know you are going to swoon over it just as much as I have when you check it out. Be sure to check out www.closetomyheart.com on February 1st to see it online! And now for some of the goods…

Here is how the blog hop will work: Simply scroll down to the bottom of my blog to view all of the wonderful creations on other wonderful Consultant blogs — click on them one by one to view them up close! I can only imagine how many awesome projects are just waiting to be seen! Don’t forget to come back throughout the day to see who else has added their link to more awesome creations! Here’s mine:

This card features a new paper pack called Wings. This pack has the most beautiful color combo of Juniper, Sweet Leaf, Vineyard Berry and Black! I just am in love with the combo! I also included a strip of the Kraft Color-Ready Borders! Okay, are you ready for this?! First of all, they are Kraft — amazing! Second, the backside has adhesive all ready for you to peel and stick! It is wonderful,convenient, all that good stuff! I included a photo of some of the designs that are included in the pack below.

Products used: Wings Paper Pack (X1375A/B), Kraft Color-Ready Borders (Z1377), Licorice Opaques Adhesive Gems (Z1335)

(and that’s only about 1/4 of the pack!! Great Deal!)

And for card #2, well, I needed something simple and sweet. This card took about 10 minutes to think up and create, so I am pretty happy with how it turned out. The only new product featured is the Kraft Color-Ready Borders — I have a feeling you will be seeing these beauties a lot! I used it as a ledge for the cutie owl from “You’re A Hoot” which I paper pieced together so that her eyes could have some color… aint she a doll!? When you do a simple card, you have to keep it simple, but the layout of your stamps and colors/embellishments need to flow too. I had fun laying it all and can’t wait to pass this card on to someone special!

And as a closer, I thought I would also announce the February Constant Campaign! You wont want to miss this if you use Studio J and love it! *This is a “Members-only” deal, so e-mail me at ames33@gmail.com if you are interested in signing up and I will walk you through the process. (So worth it!)

I hope you all enjoyed my special creations and that you will return to see the rest of creations featuring the CTMH Spring/Summer 2011 Idea Book! Have fun hoppin’!

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For those of you unfamiliar with Studio J, I would encourage you to check out my past post here and the main site to learn more. In a nutshell, it is a FREE, online digital scrapbooking program from Close To My Heart. I am excited to say that I have completed a dozen + layouts in the last two days after dedicating about 6 hours in total. That is pretty impressive considering it normally takes me two hours for a two pg layout in traditional scrapbooking. While I would never totally give up traditional scrapbooking, I am pretty darn satisfied! Check out a few of my layouts :)

I hope you enjoyed my layouts! Have a great rest of your weekend!

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So here they are!

Christmas 2010 Card Collection! I have created 3 simply sweet Christmas cards for my upcoming workshops and classes! {Full-Size Images Below}

There are several options for those of you who are in need of Christmas cards:

1. Host a Gathering at your home: Simply invite your friends over for a special gathering where they will make 10 cards with envelopes for just $6.00*
2. Host a Workshop at your home: Invite those friends of yours over for a day of card making — 10 of each card (total of 30 cards with envelopes) for just $16.00*
3. Order them from my Etsy Shop! Don’t feel like hosting or creating? I can make them for you! For just $15.00 per set of 15 cards & envelopes, I will put them together and ship* them off to you just in time for your cards to get to your loved ones before Christmas! Choose one card for sets of 15 OR choose 2 to all 3 of these cards for larger quantities.

*Gathering Price will be only $3.00 when a purchase of $25.00 (before tax and shipping) is made at the Gathering!
*Workshop Price will be only $12.00 if a purchase of $25.00 (before tax and shipping) is made at the Gathering!
*SHIPPING costs are not included in the price — this will be determined on your location and size of the package. Locals are welcome to schedule a pick up time for free.

CONTACT ME TODAY!

For Gatherings & Workshops, please schedule with me as soon as possible, before available dates are all filled! Weeknights and Weekend times are available — 2 hours for Gatherings and about 3-4 hours for Workshops. Please head over to my Etsy Shop to purchase your cards! If you need more than a set of 15, please email me at the email address above to let me know and I will invoice you for payment. Orders will not be taken after December 5th. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for orders to be fulfilled. Looking forward to being creative with you!

I am a big fan of creativity and letting each individual let their own creative side reign free! All card supplies will be supplied and papers will be cut beforehand; however all acrylic stamps used have additional options for images and sentiments for those of you who feel you see something more exciting or that may fit your faith better!

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Welcome to day 10
of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

Let’s keep the Fall theme going for this last sneak peak! This is our lovely new paper pack featuring Barn Red along with several *NEW* Colors: Smoothie, Pear and Sunset! It is a bold and beautiful color combo, perfect for fall photos. Check out 4 (out of 6) of the patterned papers that will come in the pack below.

Thank you for joining me on my 10 Days of Sneak Peaks! I hope that you enjoyed all of our new and wonderful products that will be available to everyone TOMORROW in the Close To My Heart Autumn/Winter Idea Book!!!

Stamp Set: Many Thanks (D1371)

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Welcome to day 9
 of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

So I already shared some Winter stamps, but let’s not forget FALL TIME! This fun Fall stamp set includes 16 whimsy, sweet stamp images of leaves and acorns! Check out a couple of images that you will find in this set!

And return soon, because tonight I will be posting SNEAK PEAK #10 and remember that TOMORROW is the release of the Close To My Heart Autumn/Winter Idea Book!!!

Stamp Set: Many Thanks (D1371)

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Welcome to day 8
of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

Can you say CUTE!

I just love this paper pack with all of the bright colors and cute monsters!  My nephews are going to love the fun things I create with this adorable paper pack!

Stamp Set: Hooligans Paper Pack (X7129B)

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Welcome to day 7
of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

Anyone for more Christmas fun?!

Check out this gorgeous photo ornament created using CTMH’s special chipboard collection, called Dimensional Elements. You can cover them with paper, sponge them with ink, stamp over them and hang em up by pretty ribbon for a special touch. These will make for some special Christmas gifts for Grandma!

Check out the sample ornament from the Idea Book!

Stamp Set: Dimensional Elements – Ornaments (Z1337)

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This is simple do to- just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one!

Now for BRAND NEW COLORS! I cant even begin to tell you how dang exciting it is when we get new colors from Close To My Heart. They always provide us with the most exciting and fun colors and this time is no different! I decided to play with the new colors using the Cardstock and Inks to create a few cards to share. I hope you like!

This first card features Cotton Candy and Sky. I love the bright (but not too bright) pink with the light blue. Aren’t those two birdies just adorable? (CTMH Products Used: *NEW* Celebration Cardstock X5766 & Inks Z1574, Love Birds C1396)

This second card features Pear, Lagoon and Sky, along with one of my favorite stamp sets (Love Birds — product list below). The bird cages are so precious! (CTMH Products Used: *NEW*Celebration Cardstock X5766 & Inks Z1574, Love Birds C1396, *NEW* Licorice Opaque Adhesive Gems Z1335) This third card features a fun combo of Dutch Blue, Cotton Candy and Sky. I used this week’s Mojo Monday sketch; couldn’t resist the fun lil layout. (CTMH Products Used: *NEW*Celebration Cardstock X5766 & Inks Z1574, One of a Kind D1410, *NEW* Pearl Opaque Adhesive Gems Z1336) Want to see MORE new products!? “Hop” on over to Janice’s Blog to see her mini canvas! Be sure to visit all of the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and see the great new products from CTMH! **Link not working? Missed a Blog? You can see a list of all Blog Hop participants at Erin Herring’s Blog or see the links below.

Blog Hop Participants

Thank you for joining us on our Blog Hop… to be sure that you were able to see all of the great projects, check out the list of participants below.

Erin Meredith Carla Georgia Helen Beth LaJeania Sheila Traci Lisa Heather Lori Jessica Cindy Haley Wendy Antionette Jennifer Laurie Kathleen Adeline Melinda Teri Leisa Brae Tresa Jennifer K. Karen Dawn Lori Toni Jean Dawn R. Janelle Cristin Cheryl Tracey Rochelle Debbie Brandy **Not Posted Yet** Amy E. Michelle L. Terrie Amy S. Janice Carol Carrie Lori Amy C. Nancy Sheila

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Welcome to day 6
of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

Next up, Halloween!

Not only is CTMH offering us some adorable Halloween/Monster themed paper, they are providing the fun stamps to go along with. We can use the papers and stamps for Halloween or just for a fun boy project or party! So excited to make some fun and memorable cards for my little nephews!

Check out the sample card from the Idea Book!

Stamp Set: Spook Alley (D1439)

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Welcome to day 5
of our Autumn/Winter Idea Book Sneak Peaks!

Are you ready for Winter!? (wow, I cant believe I am saying that in August!)

Well, in preparation for Winter, enjoy this adorable create your own snow flake stamp set! SO beautiful and fun. You can create so many precious snowflakes for all of your Christmas and Winter projects.

Check out a few images of what you will find in the stamp set below.

Stamp Set: Ice Crystals (C1428)

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