Get 2013 Started with some Scrappy Creations

The Holidays are nearing which means we are also closer to a new year of Scrappy Creations.  Get ready for two great Scrappy Creations Classes in January and February.  

On Thursday, January 10th, we will be creating a nice wintery layout and several cards using the beautiful Avonlea Workshop on the Go set.

 

Choose from several Kits to creat projects from simple to more elaborate. 

 

Kit 1- Avonlea Paper Pack ($11.69)

 

Kit 2-Avonlea Paper Pack, Parlor Velvet Rub-Ons ($17.48)

 

Kit 3- Avonlea Paper Pack, Parlor Velvet Rub-Ons, Opapue Mocha Gems ($20.90)

 

Kit 4- Avonlea Paper Pack, Opapue Mocha Gems  ($15.14) 

 

Here are a few examples of the beautiful creations that can be made with this gorgeous paper pack.  

In addition to the January class, I have already started to plan for our February Class that will come a little early in the month so we can prepare for Valentines Day.  Plan on creating these fun treat tubes (a new product from Close to My Heart), on Thursday, February 7, using the "Whooo's your Valentine" Kit that is only available for the remainder of December and January as long as supplies last.  RSVP now for February to ensure the lower price.    

For only $10 you will receive 6 treat tubes to decorate and embellish as you like.  Want more than 6 tubes?  Order $35 online and get 12 tubes, paper, silver glitter paper and the stamp set for only $10.  If you would like to get the full kit of 12, let me know and you can include your January supplies on your order to reach your $35 minimum.  Recommended additional supplies to create more tubes or cards at home include; My Acrylix Starter Kit, Hollyhock Ink Pad, Slate Ink Pad. 

Remember, also that by placing an order on my website before the end of the year will, you will be entered  into a drawing to win a free Close to my Heart Paper Pack.  

Don't delay, order now!  Make sure to RSVP now too.  I will need to know by December 24th to make arrangement for both the January and February Class.   

December Special

Place an order on my online business account between December 1st and December 31st and be entered to win $10 in select Close to my Heart product.  

Purchase this cute "Whooo's Your Valentine" Kit.  This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart product from the Autumn/ Winter 2012 Idea Book. You’ll receive 12 die-cut boxes, 3 cardstock sheets, 1 sheet of silver glitter paper, 12 treat tubes, and an exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit.

While your at it, add December's Stamp of the Month to your order for only $5 with your purchase of $50.

Make sure to also check out the "While Supplies Last" section for wonderful products at great discounts.  

~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

A Partridge and A "Pair"

I finished the cards we will be making next week during my Scrappy Creation's Christmas Extravaganza.  They turned out cute and are great additions to all the fun projects I have planned for my fellow scrappers.  

 The above card was inspired by this weeks Mojo Monday 266 sketch.  Check out more cards inspired by this sketch here.  

Close to My Heart's Pear and Partridge papers are perfect to use to give your holidays cards that cozy, "homey" feeling of Christmas

Additional embellishments include Natural Hemp and Clear Sparkles.  

One More Day to get your Free Studio J Layout

There are so many options and patterns to use in CTMH's Studio J that every layout you create will be unique and different.  It is so easy to customize your layout to fit your pictures and capture that special moment.  Below is an example of how the obvious "Moonlight" Hallowenn papers can be used both for Halloween and Thanksgiving....really any occation you want to remember. 

Remember to get your Studio J order of at least 10 layouts in by tommorrow at 12PM Mountain time to recieve your free layout.  You pay for 9 and get the last layout free.  Order up to 40 layouts and get 4 free. 

Studio J...a Layout for any Occasion

Have I told you how much I love Close to My Heart's online scrapbooking sight, Studio J?  Well I do.  There are so many paper and layout options that make the creative process so fun and exciting.  The options are endless.  I love to use Studio J for holidays, birthdays, and everyday life.  Here are just a few examples of some of the layouts I have created.  

I love how easy it is to create just the right layout for both my son and daughter.  

 

Make sure to take advantage of October's Studio J promotion.  Place a Studio J order by Wednesday, October 31 and recieve 1 free layout when you order 9 layouts.  You may get up to 4 layouts free.  Create your online account now and start playing.  Studio J is free to use, until you decide to purchase a layout.  Whats the delay!  Give it a try!

~Amy

 

This Witch Knows Her Broomstick!

Do you have a lot of scraps that you just can't quite throw away?  Here's a cute and simple way to use them by adding them to a gift tag.  

Every year, my kids and I like to make fun treat bags for our cousins and special friends that come to trick or treat.  This year was no exception, thanks to pinterest.  Using two small (3x4 inch) brown paper bags I created these fun broomstick gift bags.  

 All you need is-
     *2 small brown paper bags
     *a stick
     *treats
     *Raffia or Hemp
     *Your favorite Halloween paper (I chose CTMH Moonlight paper.)
Cut small 1/4 inch strips vertically on one of your paper bags.  Do not cut all the way to the top of the bag.  I left about 1 inch.  Place the 2nd bag inside the cut bag and open up.  Arrange the strips how you would like.  Fill with treats and the stick and then tie shut.
Don't they turn out super cute?

These little brooms would have been cute alone, but by adding a layer of scalloped circles, a stamped image and some different length flag strips, it adds some color and just finishes off these little treat bags.

I love how these turned out and can't wait to try to layering with other gift tags.

This week's Heart 2 Heart Challenge is to create anything "Halloweenie."  Although super easy and not too elaborate, I think these little gift bags are a perfect entry.  Make sure to check out all the other creations here.

~Amy

Studio J Express Kits

Have you tried Studio J's Express Collections yet?  The talented designers at Close to my Heart have already done all the work for you.  All you need to do is add your pictures, some journaling and voila, you have a beautiful layout in literally minutes. 

Here is a "First Day of School"  express layout I created of my son's first day.  Everything was already designed and created for me.  I picked and added my favorite photos, added red mats, changed the brads to red and added journaling.  It really only took me about 10 minutes and I was finished and I didn't even make a mess.  I created it leisurely while sitting on my couch watching TV.  Has scrapbooking ever been so easy?  

(click on the layout to enlarge)

Try out Studio J's Express Collection. Go to my Studio J webpage, create an account and get started.  Make sure to click on Studio J's Express Collection and try one of these easy layout today.  

While your at it, take advantage of Close to My Heart's October promotion.  Create and order 10 layouts and get one of your layouts free.  That is purchase 9 layouts, get 1 free.  You can get up to 4 layouts free.  Hurry, less than one week to get this awesome deal.  

Simple Holiday Bracket Frame

Here's is another fun 3-D home decor project for November's Scrappy Creation Class.  I love Close to my Heart's new chipboard bracket frame, it has a simple shape and when using CTMH's Pear and Partridge Paper Pack as well as the coordinating chip board embellishments the project comes together nicely. 

 Don't forget to finish the sides of the frame with strips of paper and distress with ink.  The burlap ribbon attached to the back of the frame gives you an option for hanging the frame. 

More info on November's Scrappy Creation Class coming soon!  Mark your calendar for Thursday, November 15th. 

Check out the post below for another fun 3-D creation. 

~Amy

3-D Holiday Blocks

November's Scrappy Creation Class will feature a variety of great holiday crafts ranging from traditional cards and a scrapbook layout, to some home decor.  You can choose to create 1 to all 4 of the projects.  One of the projects for the "Christmas Extravaganza" is this cute NOEL block set.  

It is super simple to create and makes a great gift.

This project features Close to My Heart's Pear and Partridge Paper Pack and the Burlap Ribbon.  I used 2x2 inch wood squares painted with Pearl Paint and slightly distressed, but Close to my Heart's My Creations Collage Cubes would also be a good substitute.

This weeks Heart 2 Heart Challenge also features lots of fun Christmas ideas.  Stop by the website to get inspired. 

~Amy