Friend Layout {Using Chantilly Papers}

When I saw the beautiful layout in the 2013 Spring/Summer Idea Book on page 19 I thought it would look fantastic framed on the wall.  Then the more I thought about using it for a workshop, I wanted to make a companion layout.  Welllll long story short--here is what I ended up making.

This is what I did with the LO from the Idea Book.  I flipped it.  And since I didn't have the exact stamp I improvised.  (Which was much easier since my stamps are now cataloged--more on that in a future post.)

Here is the companion LO.  It's a take on page 27 in the Make It From Your Heart Volume 1.

Some of the details...

And here are the two LOs side by side...

I am so happy with how they turned out, but I feel like they might be a little involved for a workshop.  I'll have to think about it a little.  ;)

I hope to have a post about how I organized my stamps up soon so check back...
Meredith

Supplies Used:  all CTMH unless noted
Paper: Chantilly B&T, Champagne CS, White Daisy CS, Pear CS
Ink: Pear
Stamp: True Friends (D1406)
Other: Cricut Art Philospophy, Chantilly Textiles, Zipper Lace, Green Red and Pink Buttons, foam tape, Micro Tip Scissors, Creme Brulee baker's twine, edge distressor, adhesive.

Good Thing Happen Here {Smile Jar}

It's amazing what you can get accomplished when your family is healthy!  First the laundry room re-do.  Now crafting?!?

I saw an idea someone else had to make a jar where you can add slips of paper all year.  On these slips your family writes the good things that happen to them or things that make them happy.  And then on New Years you pull them all out and read them.  I just love that idea.

And I just happen to have a beautiful glass jar.  But it needed some decorating.  Thank goodness I had a few Close To My Heart supplies on hand...

First I have to say that I was very intimidated to try my hand at the whole chalkboard font craze.  But I practiced first on paper with a pen.

I used my Art Philosophy cartridge to cut the label shape from the Chalkboard adhesive backed paper.  LOVE that stuff.

I wrote several practice times on the label with actual chalk because then you can just rub it off with a tissue.  But it gave me an idea of placement and also made the paper look like an actual chalkboard!!

What do you think??

It makes me happy!  And look at her cute little apple green ribbon!  That was from my stash (my sweet sister in law gives the most beautifully wrapped Christmas presents-wink)

And of course this little lady would not be complete without a sweet little bow.

Do you see the first note of the year in there??  It just might have something to do with those lovely shelves my husband installed in the laundry room this week!  ;)

Have a great weekend!
Meredith

All supplies CTMH unless notes:
Cricut Art Philosophy, Chalkboard paper, Chalk marker, green ribbon (Lindsay), jar (Walmart)

September Workshop: Part Two

 Well I have finally finished my second workshop project.  It's a note pad holder using the Tri Fold card.

I have to say with all honestly, my son climbed up into my lap this morning--fresh from sleep--and helped me pick the color palette.  I love it!  He also helped with the brads and bow....

I used the Swipe Stamp Technique on the bike.  HERE's a Youtube link that shows you how.

This is the little note pad, with a cute stamped sentiment on the first page.

And here's the view from the top.

At this workshop, attendees will get the leftover paper to take home and create more stuff!!

I'm hoping it goes smoothly--it's been quite a while since I've done one of these....

Meredith

Supplies: all CTMH unless noted

Paper: Dakota B&T, White Daisy CS, Whisper CS

Ink:  Lagoon, Slate, Smoothie Pigment

Stamp: It's Your Day (CC1020)

Other: Creme Brulee Baker's Twine, Sparkles, Milepost Shapes, Art Philosophy, Tri-Fold card, Pewter Brads, Pewter Badge Buttons, hook and loop dots, micro tip scissors, notepad (Papertrey Ink)

Mojo Monday 252 {Soar}

I don't know if the rules of Mojo Monday allow for doing LOs instead of cards, but I really wanted to do a layout today.  :)

I also wanted to use the July SOTM.  Here's the sketch:

And here's my take on it.  For some reason the Lagoon CS looks super bright in these pictures.

I added butterflies in the place of the hearts to go with the Soar stamp.

And I sometimes feel like my daughter needs to know the truth....

I really love how this one turned out.  I think I will frame it for her room.

Remember today is the last day to grab the July SOTM!
Meredith


Supplies:  all CTMH unless noted
Paper:  Lagoon CS, Creme Brulee CS, New England Ivy CS, Sweet Leaf CS, White Daisy CS, Footloose B&T
Ink: Lagoon, Versamark, Creme Brulee
Stamp: Live Out Loud (S1207)
Other:  White Daisy EP, foam tape, edge distresser, micro-tip scissors, sponge dauber, Cricut Art Philosophy, adhesive pearls, bonding memories glue.

Gift Tags and Cards {Stash Buster Sunday}

Today I am sharing something that is a super easy way to use up some extra paper you have.

Recently I re-organized my gift wrap and now all my bags, tissue paper and boxes are stored neatly in a dresser.  Rolls of gift wrap and ribbon are stored in under the bed boxes.  I got the bright idea to make up some gift tags/cards to store with them for quick wrapping.

I can remember a time when I would fold a scrap of wrapping paper in two, sign the inside, and tape it to the box under the bow.  Shudder.  No more.  Guess what makes cute little cards and tags?  The Cricut--that's what!

I went to my stash and grabbed some patterns that had a print I thought would work in small scale and also colors that would work for my bags and paper.

Don't get discouraged if you don't have a Cricut (although, as someone who held out for many years before buying it, let me say you will never regret the investment).  You can simple cut a 3x3 three card and use a corner rounder, hole punch or decorative punch to make your own.  Now I have lots of options for quick gift wrapping!

See you soon!
Meredith

Clay Pot and Note {Stash Buster Sunday}

Whew!  I barely completed my weekly assignment...to myself...

 The girls had dance recital pictures and then my grocery day got moved and and and this week just didn't allow much time for craftiness.

But I put my nose to the grindstone and came up with this....

A simple little clay pot.  That you could use to store pens....

Or add a simple matching note...

And give to a friend as a gift.

Since this project was just under the wire, I had to take pictures at night in my kitchen.  That's why the bad lighting.  :)  I used the Art Philosophy cartridge for the scallop.  In the future I might not choose a striped print for this sort of project.  Makes it hard to line up the seams.

Hope you are enjoying a great weekend!
Meredith

Stash Buster Sunday: An Easter Card

I've always loved this paper, so with Easter just around the corner, I thought I would make a Spring card.

All the paper is from my stash.  I cut the egg shape with my Cricut and then made a fringe with the micro-tip scissors.

I had enough supplies to make eight!  Which I think is enough for my daughter's Girl Scout troop.  These cards are 4x4 which means you can make 4 cards from one sheet of 12x12 paper.

Click HERE to see what my Stash Buster Sunday is about.


Until next time,
Meredith

For You (a gift tote)

One of the best things CTMH ever did was partner with Cricut!  I have had so much fun learning to use my Imagine machine.  Here's a little 3D item you can make using the Art Philosophy cartidge...

First I cut the handled tote from the <Square1> key using some patterned paper.  Next I cut the 3D flower from another patterned paper with the <Banner6> key.  My upline Lisa Stenz has a great tutorial HERE for rolling the flowers up.  I'm still getting the hang of it.  ;)

My final step was to cut the 'leaves' and stamp the sentiment.  (I used key <Shape11> in two sizes to make them.)  I inked the edges of the leaves because they looked a little naked to me!

Thanks for stopping by!
Meredith

Supplies: (all CTMH unless noted)
Paper:  Vanilla Cream cs, Florentine pp
Stamps:  From Me To You (D1247)
Ink:  Cocoa, Twilight
Other:  Sponge Dauber, Liquid Glass, adhesive, Art Philosophy cartidge

**I've decided not to link to all supplies, just list them at the bottom.  You can find all current CTMH supplies at my website which is linked on the sidebar.**