September Workshop {part one}

I am thrilled to be able to plan a workshop finally!!  I am still working out the final details, but I am leaning towards have two projects featuring Flirty papers, Tri-fold cards, and or course Shimmer Trim!

For the first project, I chose a cute mini album that I found through Pinterest.  HERE is the link to the original.  It's so adorable and she used the beautiful Lucy papers.

Here is the closed up little album:

And the back:

Opened up on the inside:

The first set of pages:  I used Goldrush ink on Goldrush CS to create the first paper.

Next set.  The trim is from the edge of the B&T paper.

I left a page here without CS or B&T for a little stamped corner.

I really think that it might be my favorite page :)

And here is the view of the back of the project:

First half of it:  The center page is cut outs from the B&T with inked edges placed on Goldrush CS.  And the little mini envelope is just perfect for a little journaling....

The last half of the back:

 And a view from the top!

What do you think?  Does it look like something you would like to make?  I had a great time creating it.  Stay tuned for details about the workshop!
Meredith

Supplies: All CTMH unless noted
Paper: Flirty B&T, Grey Wool CS (ret'd), Colonial White CS, Goldrush CS
Ink: Slate, Goldrush
Stamp: Love Blooms (C1511)
Other: Trifold Card, Shimmer Trim, adhesive, foam tape, Black and Grey Sparkles, Grey Baker's Twine, Edge Distesser, Art Philosophy Cartridge, scoring blade, corner rounder (HL), sponge dauber, Bonding Memories glue, hole punch

Are you ready for some yummy?!?

Today is THE day!  When you can finally purchase all the incredible new goodies from Close To My Heart!! I am so excited to share this with you!  Here's a few pictures of all the wonderful stuff that CTMH now offers!!

Here's the brand new 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book!

I was so happy with the Art Philosophy cartridge that I didn't realize I could be even more excited about the new Artiste collection!  There are so many neat 3D shapes on this one and cool holiday cutouts like turkeys, skeletons, and Christmas ornaments.  Not to mention the mini albums and banners!  You definitely want to grab this awesome deal!

There are eight new paper packs in this catalog and here is Avonlea.  A beautiful soft color pallette that is sophisticated and versatile.  It's shown here with the My Creations Bracket Frame.

Something else I am super excited about is the Workshops on the Go cardmaking kits in the new book.  Here is the Avonlea kit.

And just in time for school, here is the Scholastic paper pack.  While it can certainly be used for school LOs, this paper has some awesome pages that can be used for all sorts of things.  Grid and graph and ephemera papers that will work for masculine LOs, cards and projects.

Do you want to see the rest of the paper packs??  Well I think I'll save those for another post.  How about some of the other great things from CTMH?

Did you know that now it's easier than ever to become a consultant?!?  Now you can join for only $49!  You'll receive everything you need to start your very own business...

If you sign up this month you have the additional bonus of receiving this gorgeous tote bag FREE!  But act fast, supplies are limited!  I happened to get one at convention and can vouch for how awesome it really is!!

Speaking of great things only available this month...what about this lovely art created with the August Stamp of the Month??

Okay.  I know I said I would share the other paper packs at a later date, but I just have to show them to you now.  So here they are:

 La Bella Vie

Moonlight

Pear and Partridge

Flirty

Dakota

Clementine

Whew!  That's a lotta yummy in one post.  And I still haven't covered the 40 color palette and alcohol markers!!  Not to mention all the accessories!!!

This is an Idea Book you are going to want to see in person!  Contact me by email or through my Facebook page to learn how to get one.

Meredith

New and Old {First FB Drawing}

I did a little drawing on my Facebook page for people who "liked" my page.  The winner chose a card set as her prize and here are of a few of the cards she'll be receiving.

The first card is using the beautiful Lucy papers.  And if you like these papers you need to grab them before August 1st!  For this card I stamped on the brand new canvas shapes with our new pigment ink.  It works beautifully!

The second card is my favorite.  I am loving the new Flirty papers--and silly me--I didn't even order this set!!  I will have to amend that!

And this final one is made using almost all retired product.  {{Sorry}}  I just went for the masculine stamp and that's how it came together.  The inside is stamped with a Happy Birthday sentiment.

I hope the contest recipient enjoys them.  I made the embellishments/layering pretty flat:  A. I'm shipping them to an Air Force base in Germany, and B. If she wants to mail them she probably will need them to be flat also.

Thanks for stopping by!
Meredith


Supplies: all CTMH unless noted


Happy Birthday card:
Paper:  Lucy B&T, Colonial White CS
Ink:  Cotton Candy pigment
Stamps:  Casual Expressions (D1525)
Other:  Pewter brads, Color Ready Noted Canvas Shapes, adhesive, Scallop Punch (SU)


Thank You So Much card:
Paper:  Lucy B&T, Flirty B&T Colonial White CS, Slate CS
Ink:  Slate 
Stamps:  Thank You (D1361)
Other: Sparkles Assortment Black and Grey, edge distresser, foam tape, micro tip scissors, adhesive, sponge dauber


Sailboat card:
Paper: retired--sorry I can't remember the name
Ink:  Heavenly Blue, Outdoor Denim (inside sentiment)
Stamps:  New Horizons
Other: oval cutter, adhesive

Convention Cards {final two}

Here's the last of the cards I made.  Probably two of my favorites.....

They came together super fast.  I probably finished them both in less than 30 minutes.  That may have been because two out of my three children were asleep.....

Until next time,
Meredith


Supplies: all CTMH unless noted
Paper:  Flirty B&T, Dakota B&T, La Belle Vie B&T, Goldrush CS, La Belle Vie CS
Ink:  Slate, Blush
Stamps:  Stars Shine Bright (D1532--gift to convention goers) Approved (C1521)
Other: Artiste cartridge, Mini Medley Accents-Slate, Sparkles-Black and Grey, Baker's Twine-Havest, Silver Shimmer Trim, foam tape, adhesive

Convention Cards {part two}

Here are two more of the six cards we were able to put together from our convention packets.  Again I have to say I love the fresh color palette.  It's really inspired me to think out of the box when I start putting my own stuff together.


This card is a two piece.  The woodgrain card fits into the little sleeve.  So adorable!

This next one I have to admit I'm a little on the fence about.  It's just not my favorite, but I thought I'd post it anyway.  It's growing on me (wink).

Hope you enjoyed these.  And hopefully I'll have the final two for you tomorrow.
Meredith


Supplies: all CTMH unless noted
Paper:  Flirty B&T, Colonial White CS, Goldrush CS, Dakota B&T
Ink: Slate
Stamps:  Pun Fun (C1505)
Other:  Sparkles-Black and Grey, Baker's Twine-Harvest, Silver Shimmer Trim, Foam Tape, Liquid Glass, Micro-Tip Scissors, Sponge Dauber, Mini Medley Accents-Slate