October Workshop

Well, last month's workshop went well.  It was so much fun!  Here is what we're doing this month...

It's a mini (3x3) card set with envelopes.

It features La Belle Vie papers, a few techniques and a little sparkle thrown in for good measure.  Each packet will be $10 and have a few leftovers to take home!

What do you think?  Does it look like fun?  Feel free to contact me for more details or if you have any questions.

Meredith

My Creations Star {La Belle Vie}

If my high school French serves me correctly, then this paper pack means The Beautiful Life.

Here's my latest project.  It's the My Creations Star covered with paper, sparkles, and butterflies.  I took A LOT of pictures trying to capture the color and details.  I'll just throw them all at ya and you can see what you think....

In the lightbox:

On my back porch:

In my kitchen in the morning sun:

Like I said....lots of pictures.   :)

I used a shape on the Artiste cartridge as a starting point for my template (cone overlay pg 61).  I inked the star edges all in black to prevent any white from peeking through.  I used Bonding Memories glue for the paper, and Liquid Glass for the butterflies.  I randomly added the tiniest Sparkles in two colors, and appropriately sized Sparkles for the butterfly body accents.

If you have any questions about this project please contact me for more details.  I'll be happy to get you on your way to making your own!
Meredith

Supplies:  all CTMH unless noted
Paper:  La Belle Vie B&T, La Belle Vie Mauve CS
Ink:  Black

Other:  Cricut Artiste, My Creations Star, Sponge Dauber, Sparkles, Bonding Memories Glue, Liquid Glass

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

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

We received so many great projects to make at the CTMH Convention.  Here are two of the six cards.  I made them both yesterday evening.  It's pretty quick and easy when the paper is all cut and the plans are all laid out!  

I have to say I love the way CTMH is using color.  They are throwing fresh combinations together and I totally love it!  For example the way these have the tried and true pink/grey combo with another color thrown in...orange or green.  So funky and fresh!

I also am a little in love with the new accessories like resin flower pins and baker's twine.

Hope you all are having a wonderful weekend,
Meredith


Supplies:  all CTMH unless noted
Paper:  La Belle Vie B&T, Colonial White CS, Dakota B&T, Raspberry CS
Ink:  Slate
Stamps: Pun Fun (C1505) Stars Shine Bright (D1532--gift for convention goers) Approved (C1521)
Other: Cricut Artiste, Mini Medley Accents-Slate, Baker's Twine-Harvest, Glue Dots, Liquid Glass, Foam Tape, adhesive, Sparkles-Black and Grey