Sweet Sangria

Scrappy Creation Class

Sangria Workshop on the Go

Thursday, October 15th at 7PM

 Please join me in creating these two fun fall layouts.  All papers will be cut for you, ready for you to stamp and put your pages together. 

Choose from 3 different Kits include some or all of the following items. 

Sangria Paperpack:  $9.95 

 Sangria Assortment: $5.95

Poppy Thick Twine: $3.95

Kit 1: Paperpack only $13.00

Kit 2: Paperpack, Assortment and just enough twine to create your layout $21.00

Kit 3: Paper Pack, Assortment and Twine $24.00

Hope you will be able to make it.  RSVP by this Friday, October 2nd.  

~Amy 

Ready for some Hopscotch?

 Even though it's still cold, these sunny blue skied days are sure making me ready for spring.  So will these cute Hopscotch layouts.  Please join me a for a fun evening of scrapbooking while we create these two springy layouts.   

Scrappy Creations Class

Thursday March 12th at 7PM

RSVP ASAP or no later than Tuesday, March 3rd.

**This months choices are laid out a little differently to give you more options.  Please choose the items you would like to include in your pack.  Price includes shipping/tax.  Simply add up individual item costs to get your total kit cost.  Item numbers 1, 2 and either 3 or 4. should get you everything you need to create these layouts.  #5. the Hopscotch Compliments would work well  with these layouts if you would prefer to have different titles and embellishments.  Upon arriving class, your pages will be cut and ready to go unless you let me know otherwise.

  

1. Hopscotch Paper Pack-$13.00

2. Hopscotch Assortment- $7.00

3. Flaxen Extra Thick Twine- $5.00 

4.  1/2 Spool Flaxen Extra Thick Twine-$2.50 (plenty to complete the two layouts with a little leftover)

 5. Hopscotch Compliments-$6.00

Please let me know if you have any questions.  Looking forward to seeing you soon.  Remember to RSVP no later than Tuesday, March 3.  

Confetti Wishes Brighten to Brighten Up Winter Doldrums

February Scrappy Creations Class

Thursday February 19th at 7PM

Join me in creating these two bright at cheery layouts. Perfect for birthday and sunny day photos and just right to get you in the mood for those warm summer days that will soon be here.  

Supply List:
Confetti Wishes Paper Pack -$9.95

 Confetti Wishes Assortment- $4.95

 Gold Shimmer Trim- $4.95

Please choose one of the following kits and RSVP no later than Thursday, February 5th.  

Kit 1 ($14)--Confetti Wishes Paper Pack plus 2 sheets of Kraft Card Stock

Kit 2 ($19)-- Confetti Wishes Paper Pack plus 2 sheets of Kraft Card Stock and Confetti Wishes Assortment

Kit 3 ($23)--Confetti Wishes Paper Pack plus 2 sheets of Kraft Card Stock, Confetti Wishes Assortment and Gold Shimmer Trim

Kit 2+ ($20)--Confetti Wishes Paper Pack plus 2 sheets of Kraft Card Stock and Confetti Wishes Assortment, plus just enough Gold Glitter Trim to complete your two layouts

Hope you can join me.

~Amy

Fall Fun

October's Scrappy Creation Class

October 9, 2014

Create these two layouts showcased on Jeanette Lynton's blog. 

These too cute for fall layouts are created using CTMH's Pathfinding Paper Pack, Compliments and Assortment.  These simple creations are just right!

RSVP by Sunday, Sept. 28th to attend this class.

Let me know which kit you would like.
Kit 1: Pathfinding Paper Pack + additional Colonial White Cardstock- $13
Kit 2:Pathfinding Paper Pack + additional Colonial White Cardstock and Pathfinding Compliments $19
Kit 3:  Pathfinding Paper Pack + additional Colonial White Cardstock, Pathfinding Complements, Pathfinding Assortment- $26

Roots Go Deep--September Stamp of the Month

I love this month's Stamp of the Month from Close to my Heart.  It is so simple and classic and perfect for any family themed layout or card.  Purchase this stamp set for only $5 when you place an order of $50 or more with me.  Go here to shop.  

 Here is simple layout I created with the stamp of the month using the Pathfinder paper pack, some twine and brown/tan sparkles 

 So cute!  I can't wait to add some fun fall family photos to these pages.  

Back to School + Super Cute Papers = Scrappy Creation Class #1

What sneaks up on you, but can't come soon enough?  

That's right BACK TO SCHOOL!  

The start of the school year is always a fun and exciting time as the kids prepare for the start of another year.  Though, it is also a little sad for us moms.  Not only does it mean the kids are a year older, but it means the lazy days of playing in the sun and enjoying endless days together is over.  Time for busy schedules, deadlines and craziness.

It also means time for SCRAPPY CREATIONS MONTHLY Classes.  

And what could be more perfect for our first class, than these adorable Chalk it Up Layouts from Close to My Heart's Workshops on the Go.    

To Create these layouts, we will be using the very trendy and cute "Chalk it up Papers" ($9.95) Plus 1 extra flaxen and white daisy.  

 The "Chalk It Up" Assorment ($4.95)

 and Black Striped Twill Ribbon--4 yds ($6.95) 

We will incorporate stamping and scrapping techniques that are sure to make your layouts perfect. 

Please choose one of the kits below and RSVP by September 3.  

Kit 1:  Paper Only $13

Kit 2: Paper and Assortment $19

Kit 3: Paper, Assortment and Ribbon $26

****Choose Kit 2 and add 1 yard of Ribbon for an additional $2.50 to get the complete look without purchasing extra ribbon. (Your total cost $21.50)

Scrappy Creations Class

Thursday, Sept. 18

at 7PM 

Please RSVP No later then Tuesday, Sept. 3rd. 

[***Regular Scrappy Creations Classes will be held the 2nd Thursday of each month (September-June) with a break in December and April.]  

Lollydoodle Layouts

Scrappy Creations Class

Thursday, March 13 at 7PM  

Cost $18 

RSVP By Sunday, March 2 

It's time to plan again for our Monthly Scrappy Creations Class.  This months layouts were created using CTMH new Lollydoodde Paper Pack and Complements (coordinating adhesive sheets).  They are simple, cute and just what is needed to get you out of those yucky winter blues.  

Would love to have you join us!  Email or message me if you would like to join the fun!    

One Week Left Until the Spring/Summer Idea Book 2014 is Out!

Spring is in the air at Close to My Heart.  The new Spring and Summer Idea Book will be available starting February 1st.  Make sure to check out all the new papers and accessories this Saturday that will hopefully help brighten the dull days of February.  You won't believe all the great treats CTMH has in store for you. 

 

In the meantime, make sure you get your last minute Worshops on the Go and various accessories from the Fall/Winter Idea book now before they are no longer available.  Shop here today.

 

Below are a few layouts I created using the Frosted Workshop on the Go kit.  The are perfect for any kind of winter photos.  I love the soft colors and trendy patterns.  This paper pack will not be available come February 1st.  Purchase yours today.       

Additionally, these two cute layouts are a perfect fit for this weeks Heart 2 Heart Challenge.  This week challenge was to showcase an item or person.  That was a no brainer for me as all my layouts showcase my favorite people....MY KIDS.  The first layout basically puts the sibling love my two children share into the spotlight.  I love when I can capture candid photos that catch their true smiles.  The second layout spotlights my daughter in her winter dance recital  from last year.  The multiple small photo frames enable me to use a lot of "close-up" photos to showcase her in that moment in time.   

Enjoy!

~Amy   

 

Just in Time for Spring

March's Scrappy Creations Class is just around the corner.  We will be creating these two cute springy layouts using CTMH's New Chantilly Paper Pack and Dimensional Elements on Thursday, March 14th at 7PM.  

Chose from the following kits;

Kit 1: Chantilly Paper Pack-$12.00

Kit 2: Chantilly Paper Pack, plus the Chantilly Dimensional Elements-$17.50

you may also choose to add Clear Sparkles or Pink/Red/Purple Sparkles for an additional $3.50

or

the New Pink Glitter Gems for $4.50

RSVP for class no later than Friday, March 1st. 

***Prices will vary when ordering directly from my website.  For above kit prices, RSVP and order directly from me. 

Winter Storm

Waking up Monday morning to this beautiful winter wonderland, couldn't help but inspire me to create a pretty "winter-y"  layout, which was just right for this week's Heart 2 Heart Challenge.  

 The Avonlea Workshop on the Go was perfect to create this page showcasing our two children and our new snow friend.  

If you signed up for my Scrappy Creations Class, you will enjoy creating this layout tonight along with 3 very pretty cards.

~Amy

Pear and Partridge Workshop

Check out everything that you can make with one Pear and Partridge paper pack!  I have been busy preparing for tomorrow's Scrappy Creation Christmas Extravaganza.  I am so excited to share all this great artwork with my scrappy friends.    

 Here is a close up of the layout out made for the class.  With a few Holiday Dimensional Elements, some sparkles, sparkle flourishes and a little bit of hemp this simple layout from Volume 1 of Make it From Your Heart turned out just perfect.  I still need to add some journaling on the right hand page, but am happy with the finished look.

Click on the links to purchase the products used to make this layout.  Continue to browse the recent posts on my blog for more details on the other projects we are making.  Happy Browsing!  

~Amy

October Scrappy Creation Class

October's Scrappy Creation Class

Thursday, October 11 at 7PM

Please join me as we create these two fun Halloween layouts from Close to My Heart's Moonlight Workshop on the Go Kit.  Learn fun stamping and distressing techniques to give your layouts depth and personality.  

 Also create fun treat cards using the remainder of your supplies.  Perfect for those special tricksters on Halloween night.

Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, September 26th to hold your spot and ensure your supplies are ordered in time.

When RSVP-ing, chose one of the following kits.  (Click on the links to see the specific supplies).
Kit 1-(Moonlight Paper Pack) $11.62
Kit 2- (Moonlight Paper Pack and Haunted Assortment) $17.42
Kit 3- (Moonlight Paper Pack, Haunted Assortment and Black & Grey Sparkles) $21.72
Kit 4- (Moonlight Workshop on the Go Kit) $35.00

~Amy

"It's Your Day" School Milestone

As summer winds down and the impending school year gets closer I always start to get a little sentimental.

This year I feel even more sentimental as I send my oldest off to Kindergarten.  She will start school next week and I can't believe "my baby" is now in elementary school.  How can that be?  She is not that old...is she?

Of course this is a big milestone in her little life and of course I have to document it in a scrapbook layout.  The "Back to School" theme was also part of the challenge at Heart to Heart, so it was a good excuse to get this page finished this week.  I was inspired by several things when creating this page.  First, I found a tender "poem" on pinterest about a child starting school and had to incorporate it.  Secondly, I loved how CTMH created a layout using pocket page protectors for their "It Your Day" Double Stamp Set Promotion. And last the "It's Your Day" stamp set for National Stamping Month was perfect for this project.

I felt like I was truly scrapping when making this page.  The 4x6 rectangles were the perfect size to stamp and embellish separately with scrap paper.  The fun school colors of Outdoor Denim, Cranberry, Honey and White Daisy, plus a few like embellishments helped pull the page together.  Here are some of the pieces close up.      

 I used a 4x12 inch piece of paper for the "Kindergarten" page.  It was a little tricky to put the longer piece of paper into the pockets, but added a nice touch to the layout.

I am looking forward to adding some photos to this layout and plan to share once it is complete.  

Supplies used to create this page.
Pocket Photo Protectors
Kraft Card Stock
White Daisy Card Stock
Cranberry Card Stock
"It's Your Day" Double Stamp Set
Cranberry Stamp Pad
Outdoor Denim Stamp Pad
Honey Stamp Pad
Blue Buttons
Foam Tape

Happy Back to School time!
~Amy