4/30/2010

WOW! Close to My Heart May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

Welcome to the Close to My Heart May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  We will be featuring the May Stamp of the Month, Cherish the Moment, a set of 8 stamps.

If you have come here from Wanda's Blog, you are on the right path.  This month we have over 60 Close to My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using the May Stamp of the Month and other great Close to My Heart products on their blogs.  Following the Blog Hop is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one.  So, here we go!

Looky, looky at the cute card I made with May's Stamp of the Month!  I decided to use the new My Reflection's Zippidee paper pack that can be found in the new Summer 2010 Idea Book.  I just love the colors and decided to make an over-the-top super-cute, trendy card. 

Products Used
  • Stamps: May Stamp of the Month, Cherish the Moment (D1421)
  • Pattern:  Wishes - Medallion
  • Paper:  Zippidee My Reflections Level 2 Paper Pack (X7125B)
  • Inks:  Black (Z2105) and Indian Corn Blue (Z2130)
  • Embellishments:  Just Blooms Spring Blossom Paper Flowers (Z1266), Black Grosgrain Ribbon (Z1101), Black Waxy Flax (Z1089), Splendor Designer Brads (Z1317), Basic Brad Assortment (Z1218), and Irresistibles Pizzazz Chipboard die-cuts (Z1307)
  • Other Products:  Reinkers (to dye flowers):  Cranberry (Z2216), Honey (Z2262), and Black (Z2205); adhesive; Liquid Glass (Z679); and foam pop dots.
Now "Hop" on over to Nicole's Blog  to see her work!  Be sure to visit all of the Consultant's blogs to get some great ideas on how to use this versatile stamp set.  

Remember that the Cherish the Moment Stamp Set is only available from May 1-May 31 2010.  Contact your CTMH Consultant or click here to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount or even free.

Here is another project I made using the May Stamp of the Month ........
Mojo Monday using New Product and May Stamp of the Month

 

4/28/2010

Summer 2010 Close to My Heart New Product Blog Hop!

"Welcome to our Close to my Heart New Product Blog Hop! Over 40 Fabulous Close to my Heart Consultants are celebrating the upcoming release of the Summer 2010 Idea Book by giving you a Sneak Peak of some of the great products available in the new Idea Book starting May 1st!


If you have come here from Tamra Meservey's blog, you are on the right path!


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! Here we go!


I made a Birthday card with our new Clear Cards. I was a bit nervous since this card is made out of acrylic but it was SO easy to make and came out absolutely ADORABLE!  I fell in love with our new Cherry-O paper and the new Tulip Mini Medley Embellishments. I love how the colors are so "Spring-y" and cheerful!  The really COOL thing about these cards is that you get 8 in a package, 4 scalloped circle and 4 square plus 8 envelopes.





Clear Cards (Z1309)
Paper: Cherry-O (X7123C)
My Acrylix Stamp Set: Tasty Treats (D1427), Little Princess       
   (C1414), and Boutique Borders (D1332)
Ink Colors: Chocolate (Z2111) and Tulip (Z2166)
Embellishments: Tulip Mini Medley (Z1320), Ric Rac Collection 
   (Z1052), Crystal Blue Waxy Flax (Z1247), Liquid Glass (Z679), 
   Sponge Daubers (Z726), Piercing Tool Kit (Z1114), and adhesive


Now "Hop" on over to Erin Herring's Blog to see her work!   Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and see the great new Paper Packs and My Acrylix Stamp Sets!


Remember, the Summer 2010 Idea Book goes LIVE on May 1st!


**Link not working? Missed a Blog? Here is a list of all the participants in the New Product Sneak Peak Blog Hop!


Erin Herring http://tazzygirl2000.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-new-product-blog-hop.html
Carla Ironside http://carlacreates.blogspot.com/2010/04/ctmh-summer-2010-new-product-blog-hop.html
Dawn Ross http://iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-summer-2010-idea-book.html
Amy Edwards http://paisleysplayhouse.blogspot.com/2010/04/thumpthumppoundpoundwhat-is-that-sound.html
Tresa Black http://www.fabulouslyartsy.com/2010/04/new-product-blog-hop.html
Dawn Heuft http://stamptildawn.blogspot.com/2010/04/ctmh-new-product-blog-hop.html
Kimberly Smith http://verykimberry.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-new-product-bloghop.html
Jessica Moore http://jessicaspaperpetals.blogspot.com/2010/04/blog-post_26.html
Leisa Hubley http://bigredscraps.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-idea-book-new-product-blog-hop.html
Helen Onulak http://www.hookedonstamping.com/index.php/tutorials/ctmh-new-idea-book-new-product-blog-hop-tutorial/
Brae Montgomery http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com/2010/04/welcome-to-new-product-blog-hop-with.html
Wendy Kessler http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com/2010/04/28/ctmh-new-product-blog-hop-summer-2010/
Adeline Brill http://adeline-brill.blogspot.com/2010/04/0428-ctmh-new-product-blog-hop.html
Sherrie Thornton http://impressionableart.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-idea-book-blog-hop.html
Sheila Bennett http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-idea-book-new-product-sneak-peak.html
Terrie Dodd http://my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/2010/04/ctmh-new-product-blog-hop.html
Lisa Stenz http://lisascreativecorner.blogspot.com/2010/04/summber-2010-ctmh-new-product-blog-hop.html
Jody Gustafson http://cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-summer-products.html
Kathleen Rensel http://scrapbookaddictkath.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-summer-catalog-2010.html
Lori Scott http://scrapinglori.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-blog-hop.html
Beth Naumann http://bethscreativeblock.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-new-product-blog-hop.html
Teri Baxter http://themidnightartist.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-summer-idea-book.html
Wendy Fording http://papercreationsbywendy.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-idea-book-new-product-blog-hop.html
Laurie Newton http://scrapsfromthebeach.blogspot.com/2010/04/ctmh-new-product-blog-hop-sneak-peek.html
Meredith Burgess http://meredithburgess.blogspot.com/2010/04/blog-hop-new-summer-idea-book-2010.html
Clerissa Lewis http://www.thestampdr.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-new-product-blog-hop.html
Jennifer Kojder http://aglitterymess.blogspot.com/2010/04/welcome-to-our-close-to-my-heart-new.html
Georgia Hauglid http://inkygeorgia.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-product-blog-hop.html
Antoinette Herrin http://godblessyourart.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-idea-book-new-product-blog-hop.html
Haley Dyer http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/2010/04/ctmh-summer-idea-book-sneak-peek-new.html
Tanya Mae http://scramperscorner.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-product-blog-hop.html
Priscilla http://priscillagotham.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-new-product-blog-hop.html
Cassandra http://abitofitallforscrappin.blogspot.com/2010/04/card-cherry-ooh-so-how-i-love-thee.html
Jean McNulty http://stampinmaui.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-new-product-blog-hop.html
Carrie Haines http://bizzymom.us/2010/04/28/new-summer-ctmh-product-blog-hop/
Janelle Janish http://stampandthecity.blogspot.com/2010/04/life-is-like.html
Maranda Dickerson http://marandasmemories.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-product-blog-hop.html
Cheryl Even http://evenmorescrapping.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-product-sneak-peak-blog-hop.html
Karen Johnson http://myheartscraps.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-product-hop.html
Cindy Leek http://paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-summer-idea-book-blog.html
Nancy Walters http://njwhelpingucelebrate.blogspot.com/2010/04/blog-hop.html
LaJeania Hicks http://scraptilyoudrop.blogspot.com/2010/04/close-to-my-heart-new-product-blog-hop.html
Traci http://creativetraci.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-ctmh-consultant-blog-hop.html
Emma Hubert http://paperaddictsanonymous.blogspot.com/
Kristine Fowler http://scrampingaddict.typepad.com/scrampaddict/2010/04/ctmhsummer2010bloghop.html
Amanda DesJardins http://creatively-amused.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-blog-hop.html
Tamra Meservey http://croppinoncloud9.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-idea-book-blog-hop.html
Melinda http://ifyoublingittheywillcome.blogspot.com/2010/04/summer-2010-close-to-my-heart-new.html

4/27/2010

Real life. Real scrapbooks. Real time.™


Studio J is Here!


     People have busy lives—they are fraught with crazy schedules and demands, but also joy and wonder. We know that people are taking more and more digital photos, but preserving their memories less and less. They have the photos, they want the scrapbooks. Ultimately, they need a solution that brings everything together in real time. Studio J is the answer: It translates real life into real scrapbooks in real time—more quickly than you could imagine.


     Studio J™ is online design software that allows you and you to create custom-printed two-page layouts you put in your 12 “ x 12” albums. There is no software to purchase and install; instead, simply create an account here on my secure website, then log in to Studio J and start designing layouts! You can create and immediately purchase your layouts, or you can save them for later completion and purchase. Studio J is intuitive and easy to use; there are just five easy steps to creating a beautiful layout:

  1. Upload photos.
  2. Choose the desired themed kit.
  3. Select an exclusive layout pattern.
  4. Add photos, embellishments, title, and journaling.
  5. Purchase custom-printed layouts ready for a cherished album. A few days later, you’ll receive a package containing your layouts produced in true 12" x 12" size, ready to be slipped into your Memory Protectors® and albums.

     The benefits of studio scrapbooking are many! First, it requires no purchase or tools—other than an Internet-connected computer—to get started. Studio layouts can be created quickly for the time-challenged, yet with many flexible options for artists who want a custom look. Plus, Studio J makes it easy and affordable to have multiple prints of the same layout created, perfect for gift-giving to friends and family, awards for team members, and more.


     Studio J layouts are processed, not printed, using a silver-halide process considered the highest standard in the photo developing industry. Unlike printed papers or images you might print from a home photo printer, the silver-halide process yields “100-year+ quality” that has long been tested and used by the top photo labs in the world. We use the same papers and equipment used by leading labs to produce long-lasting photo prints, so you know your layout will be reproduced with high fidelity and will last throughout the years.


     All Studio J patterns are two-page layouts created by Jeanette Lynton. The initial launch of Studio J includes 25 layout patterns that can be swapped and rotated for variety, and more patterns will be added over time.


     You will find many of our current My Reflections paper packet kits available in Studio J and some of our most loved retired kits such as Giggles and Grins and Enchanted.  Studio J also includes many embellishments you can choose from to add pizzazz to your artwork, including coordinating My Stickease® artwork that you can place yourself. There are also a number of pre-placed embellishments on each pattern called “toggle accents” that include ribbon, buttons, and metal embellishments from brads to photo hangers. For maximum flexibility, you can “toggle” the accents on or off as desired. You can also colorize these embellishments to suit your style in colors that coordinate with the kit’s palette.  Even better, you can change the size of My Stickease images in Studio J to suit the style of your projects.


     ***During the limited-time introductory offer, the price per two-page layout is $12.95. With our special introductory offer, you can receive free Memory Protectors and free shipping/handling based on the number of layout prints you purchase as follows:
* For 5–9 layout purchases: Customers receive a pack of 5 clear Memory Protectors free!
* For 10–20 layout purchases: Customers receive free shipping/handling plus a free pack of 5 Memory Protectors for every 5 layouts in their order.


     There is no minimum or maximum to how many layouts you can order. You can order as few as one two-page layout, or as many layouts as they like. There is no limit!  Please check out the Studio J video here and then go to my website to set up your secure password protected account.

4/17/2010

Check Out the Workshops on the GO for the CTMH Spring Idea Book

The Workshops on the Go are a fantastic bargain.  They come out with each Idea Book and are only available during the four months that are covered by that Idea Book.  So this is the last month of the Spring Idea Book and the last month that you can purchase the Caboodle, Topstitch, Veranda, and You Rock Workshops on the Go.

So, you ask what is a Workshop on the Go?  It is a "kit" of sorts.  In it you get a complete Level 2 paper pack, a complete package of embellishments, a full color Workshop guide, and an exclusive "B" size stamp set.  The Workshop guide shows you how to put together a 2 pg layout and 6 cards and then refers you to our beautiful How-To Books to put together an additional 2 pg layout and another 6 cards.  The Stamp Set that comes in these kits can only be purchased in the kit.  In addition, you save about $3.00.  

The last day to purchase these kits is April 30th.  The purchase of these kits help qualify you for our promotions including the Stamp of the Month promotion.
 

















4/14/2010

Name Frame


For all of you who do not know, I am a serious blog-surfer. Don't they call that blurfing? LOL Anyway, I found the idea for the above Name Frames at Jayma Malme's blog. Check it out here.

I added my own little touches including the pictures. I am teaching a workshop making these frames on April 24th and 25th. You can find all of the information on my website.

The little girl's Name Frame is made with the CTMH Daydream paper pack and the My Guys Name Frame is made with the CTMH You Rock paper pack. These are both gifts, but the next one I make will be for me. I will post it here as soon as it is finished.

OK. Here goes nothing!

One of my wonderful customers, Dana W, to be specific, has been urging me to enter the blogging world. I have had SO much on my plate that I kept putting it off, but I finally am going to give it a try. Dana was the creative influence behind my blog's name. Thanks Dana! It refers to the way I instruct my customers. I love techniques and teach them in my classes. I only teach what I would want to do myself and I love BLING! I may have to wait until I head down to Florida to get all of those fancy widgets (or whatever they are called) added to the sides, but (drumroll please), here goes my first post.