Merry Christmas to our Troops

My son is serving in Afghanistan.  Merry Christmas to you and your unit.  Thank you, your unit and all of the men and women who are serving. We pray for your safe return.

More Frame Ideas

Quick Frame Idea

This idea uses the $1 wood frames that can be purchased from Michaels.  I covered it with paper and added Christmas picks and ribbon.  What a quick and easy gift for teachers or anyone you are looking for a great gift.

Holiday Idea

Here is a fun holiday idea using a clear block, vinyl snowman face cutout, some snow balls and ribbon.

One More Scrapbook Layout

Baseball Layout

More Scrapbook Layout Ideas

Scrapbook Layout Ideas

Scrapbook Layout

Scrapbook Layout idea.

Movie Night Scrap Book Layout

Quick and easy scrapbook page using the Close to My Heart Artise Cricut Cartridge.

Canvas Art

Here is my friend Cadance.  This is a canvas that she gave her daddy for Father's Day.  Canvas is a great gift idea for those who have it all.

Cricut Thank You Card

With the new Cricut Artise cartridge you can make some really cool cards.  Check it out on my website www.liz.myctmh.com

Canvas Art

Looking for a unique gift for that dog lover on your shopping list.  Here is a fun canvas to display your dog.  Make it personalized by adding the name.

Holiday Card Class

Tuesday, November 26
6:30 p.m.
Materials Cost: $25 (or $12.50 with $20 purchase night of class)

We will be making 20 cards, 4 card of each design.  Materials will be ready for you to stamp and assemble.  RSVP by November 22 via e-mail or phone.  Hope to see you there.

July Stamp of the Month

July Stamp of the Month

Creating with Canvas

Project Inspirations: Fabulous Fabric

Stamp Scrubber

June Card Workshop

Come and create these beautiful cards - 10 cards, 2 of each design.  These cards are more masculine for all of the men in your lives.  This class meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in my home.  Please RSVP to reserve your materials either by e-mail or phone.

June Stamp of the Month

June Stamp of the Month

Project Inspirations: Mini Album

Small Organizer

Medium Organizer

Ideas for the Medium Organizers.

Stamp of the Month Scrapbook Layout

Stamp of the Month Card Ideas

Stamp of the Month Ideas

More Stamp of the Month Ideas

Fun with your Cricut!

Fun With Your Cricut!

How cute is this little owl bag created by the Close To My Heart Art Department? Want to make one?  Never fear, CTMH is here to tell you how!

Whether you use one Cricut^®-cut piece or several, you can create cute party favors and decorations using your Close To My Heart/Cricut Artiste cartridge. Combine your Cricut^® pieces with unique stamping techniques and you have projects that will knock your guests’ socks off! Want some recipes and tips for how to make this adorable artwork? Below are instructions for creating the darling owl from the “Clearly the Best: How to Kiss—With Stamps” episode. Combine the Cricut^®-cut pieces for this project with the  technique taught in the video, and you have a stellar 3-D item!

Recipes and Tips

Owl Miss You Bag
1385 White Daisy Cardstock
1292 Crystal Blue Cardstock
X5668 Honey Cardstock
X5930 Slate Cardstock
Z2162 Honey Exclusive Inks^® Pad
Z2117 Crystal Blue Exclusive Inks^® Pad
Z1349 Shimmer Designer Brads
Z1752 Sparkles Clear Assortment
Z1311 1¼" Circle Punch
Twist Ties
Thread

Cricut^® Shapes:
Artiste
4½" 3D Object (p. 77)
4½" Shift+3D Object (cut 2, p. 77)
1" Shift+Accent 2 (p. 51)

Art Tip! This project uses many Cricut^® shapes and all the pieces coordinate so nicely for an adorable finished product. Use the Artiste assembly booklet to put the bag together and then add the embellishments. The feathers are created with punched circles that are stamped using the kissing technique; however, if you don’t have the circle punch, you can easily make these using the Cricut as well. The eyes were created using Shimmer designer brads, but you can use any large brad or button to create the same look. Finish with the “owl miss you sentiment” for a special touch.

New Organizers

Here are some great ideas for utilizing our new Large Organizers.

Stamp of the Month Ideas

Over the next couple of days, I will be posting May Stamp of the Month Ideas.  The stamp, Pinwheels, is a very versatile stamp set as you will see over the next couple of days.

Canvas Artwork

Having fun creating with canvas and the cricut cartridge "Art Philosophy".  I used the new Chantilly Papers in the Spring/Summer Idea Book.  This canvas will accommodate a 8x10 photo.

Dream Pop Special

During the month of May, you can purchase our Dream Pop paper pack for $10 with a $35 order.  Over the next weeks, I will be posting artwork featuring this paper pack.  You can purchase this paper pack by going to my web site at www.liz.myctmh.com

May Club Pages

2-page monthly club pages - using Surfin' Up Papers

Cricut® Foldables

1st Annual Close to My Heart Scrapbook Weekend

1st Annual Scrapbook Weekend

 

Club members are receiving this early.  You will have the 1st nine spots reserved for you unless I hear otherwise.  As club members, your full payment is due July 15, 2013.

 

 

You are invited to my 1st Annual Scrapbook Weekend

                                  

Here is what you get:

  

• A Hotel Suite (4 guest to a room)
• Room includes 2 double beds, 1 pull out sofa, microwave and mini-refrigerator
• Free Breakfast, Saturday and Sunday (includes made to order omelets, cereal, fruit, juice, pancakes/waffles)
• Complimentary Managers Reception includes drinks and snacks
• Round banquet table for 2
• 24 hour access to meeting room
• Saturday evening dinner
• Pool and whirlpool
• Close to My Heart Specials
• Goodie bag to all attendees

       

Space is limited and is offered as a first come - first serve basis.  Reserve your space now for a great weekend with the girls!

                            

Event Info

Friday, October 25 (5 p.m. - maybe able to get in scrapping room at 3)

Saturday, October 26, 2013 (scrap all day!) Dinner provided

Sunday, October 27, 2010 (4:30ish)

Embassy Suites, Bloomington

$165 for weekend

Full payment to hold your spot

No refunds
                                     

May Stamp of the Month

MAY Stamp of the Month

Purchase this stamp set ($17.95 retail value) for $5 for a $50 order.  This stamp set can be used to create great summer layouts and cards.  Watch for artwork using this stamp set in the next couple of weeks!

Disney Layouts

 

 

Here are the last layouts that I have done so far.  Hopefully you have enjoyed them as much as I have putting them together.

Disney Layouts

Disney Layouts

Interactive Disney Layouts

Disney Layouts

More Fun Disney Layouts