Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Sept Stamp of the Month Blog: Limited Edition

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  We will be featuring September's SOTM, which is Limited Edition, a set of 21 stamps.  If you have come here from LeAnne's Blog, you are on the right path! The blog hop is a great big circle, so you can start here and work your way all around.  If you get lost along the way, you’ll find the complete list of participating consultants below.


This month we have over 60 Close To My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using this month's SOTM and other great CTMH products on their blogs. This is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Here we go!


Here is the Stamp of the Month: Limited Edition:




I made a layout for my family's Disney album using the Limited Edition stamp.  I based this layout on a Got Sketch layout.




I used the stamp set for both the journaling box and the "luggage tag" on my layout.


When I cut the journaling box out on my Cricut using my Art Philosophy cartridge, I used the auto fill to fill the page and then used the Limited Edition stamp in multiple colors.
This way, I will have several on hand for journaling boxes on my layouts.

Supplies Used (all Close to My Heart unless noted):
Cricut: Art Philosophy, Going Places (suitcase)
Stamps: Limited Edition 
Papers: Dreamin', Elemental, Bamboo CS, Black CS, Olive CS, Cocoa CS
Inks: Cocoa, Black
Other: Black marker, sponge, 3d Foam Tape


Now "Hop" on over to Sarita's Blog to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other fun ideas! Remember, the September SOTM is only available until September 30!  Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount!





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Sept Stamp of the Month Blog Hop List

Just in case you get lost along the way, here's a list of all the bloggers and their blog addresses...

Kathleen Androlewicz http://BowlOfStamps.blogspot.com 
 Amy McVey http://www.clearlystamping.blogspot.com  YOU ARE HERE
 Sarita Schraeder http://www.blessedscrapper.com 
 Gina Brandstetter http://gmbscrapper.blogspot.com 
 Brae Montgomery http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com 
 Melissa Laverty http://www.fancymelissa.com
 Traci Pasqualone http://ScrapiTraci.blogspot.com 
Elizabeth Mindemann http://www.ejoym.blogspot.com 
Judy Faye Garner http://judyfaye.blogspot.com 



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Last Day to Double Dip

Just a reminder that today is the last day to double dip with our Extra! Extra! Promotion and our Pair-a-Phrase promotion. 

Spend $75 and buy the August Stamp of the Month, Wicked for $5 and get Typeface and the double stamp set Pair-a-Phrase for FREE.




Scroll down to see some of my artwork with the Wicked Stamp Set.

This double promotion makes it a great time to purchase the Cricut bundle.
For $104 retail, you receive the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge, the 3 sets of dimensional elements and 7 stamp sets!
The 7 stamp sets are the 4 seen above plus the 3 that come with the Cricut Art Philosophy bundle.
That makes this the best time to purchase that bundle.

(Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge is backordered until approximately Sept. 12 due to overwhelming demand.  Orders can still be placed in order to take advantage of this incredible promotion.)

Shop my website now or contact me to place an order. 




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Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Love Your Layout: August 2011b



Another Studio J Love Your Layout video. I love these videos for Studio J.


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Monday, August 29, 2011

Cricut Craft Room Overview



I am starting to use this program and thought you might enjoy this video about the Cricut Craft Room. I think it really shows some of the possibilities of this program.

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Sunday, August 28, 2011

Back to School Layouts for Workshop

My Cricut Art Philosophy Class will be held Monday evening at 6:15 and the cost is $5.  This includes all your supplies, with the exception of the Canvas Complements for the Typeset Kit.  Those can be purchased to add on to your layout, if you choose.

The class will include making the layout of your choice (both include cuts from the cartridge), the treat bag made from a card cut on the Art Philosophy cartridge and a 3D box and tag.

Layout #1: Love Potion (Magic layout)

Layout #2: Now You See It (Magic layout)




Supplies List:
Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge
Typeset Paper
Canvas Complements
Colonial White, Juniper, Vineyard Berry, Black Cardstocks
Black and Vineyard Berry Inks
Stamp Sets for Layout #1: School Rules (retired), Typeset WOTG, Trinity Alphabet
Stamp Set for Treat Bag: part of Cricut Art Philosophy bundle
Stamp Set for 3D box: Typeset WOTG
Other: Black hemp, Juniper ribbon, Black ribbon, Liquid Glass (for flowers)

My kids will add important information to their layouts
(ie school name, teachers, schedules, etc.).
This way, I get their handwriting on the page and can look back it later.

Thanks for looking!

If you interested in joining us for this workshop, please rsvp so that I can prepare your spot.



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Saturday, August 27, 2011

Stamps that Coordinate with Art Philosophy Cartridge

I have had a couple people ask for a list of stamp sets that coordinate with the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge.  And through a joint effort of some CTMH consultants, we compiled a list.

Here are the ones that are marked in the Idea Book (does not include 3 recieved in the Cricut Bundle):



C1464-Blue Ribbon - p. 17
D1481-Vintage Type - p. 18
D1482-Love - p. 29
B1391-Zoology - p. 30
C1463-Harvest Happiness - p. 35
C1465-Unscripted - p. 36
C1467-Sweet Moments - p. 41
B1392-Key Moments - p. 42
D1490-Backdrop-Charmed - p. 47
C1462-All Hallows Eve - p. 48
D1494-Christmas Cheer - p. 53
B1390-Countdown - p. 54
D1480-Snowflakes - p. 59
B1381 Holiday Cheer - p. 76
A1115-A Holiday - p. 76
D1493-Fill in the Blank - Holiday - p. 79
D1491-Hooray Bouquet - p. 86
C1469-December 25th - p. 102

SOTM's that coordinate:
S1109 Limited Edition-Sep SOM - p. 140
S1111 Cherish the Day-Nov SOM - p.142
S1112 Mad About You-Dec SOM - p. 143
S1201 Little Reminder-Jan SOM - p.144

 Workshops on the Go:
Typeset - p. 19
Elemental- p. 31

And there are so many sentiments and images that can be stamped onto another shape...this is truly a versatile cartridge.



Order yours today here and while you are there, don't forget to add the Stamp of the Month, Wicked for $5 and receive the Extra! Extra! Bonus stamp set, Typeface and the National Stamping Month, Pair-a-Phrase double stamp set for FREE!  This double promotion is only available through Aug. 31, so take advantage of it today!



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My Pink Stamper and the Art Philosophy cartridge



My Pink Stamper just recently made this you tube video all about the Art Philosophy cartridge. She walks you through the handbook and makes a great card too!




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Friday, August 26, 2011

Studio J blog | New Studio J® Digi Kit Spotlight: Get Flirty with Roxie

Studio J blog | New Studio J® Digi Kit Spotlight: Get Flirty with Roxie


I love this new kit and it's so fun to play with in Studio J. Roxie is a kit that I will reach for over and over again, as it reminds me so much of my daughter. I made a layout in Studio J with Roxie and you can see it here, along with a few other kits too.







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Monday, August 22, 2011

Treat Bag Made from Cricut Card and a 3D Box and Tag

Today I had some time to get crafty.  I was able to create a treat bag from a cricut Art Philosophy card.  One cut and some score lines and I created this adorable little treat bag.  The roses were also cut from the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge and the stamp came from one of the three sets in the bundle.  (The chocolate seashells were borrowed from my kids for photo purposes.)



And a simple 3D box and tag created with the Art Philosophy cartridge.  The stamp is from the Typeset Workshop on the Go kit.


Have I mentioned how much I love this cartridge?

These items will be part of my new Cricut Art Philosophy workshop.  I will also have a layout for you to create.  The cost will be $5 and the workshop will be held on Monday, Aug. 29 at 6:15 in my studio.
RSVP your spot today.



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Sunday, August 21, 2011

Typeset Workshop on the Go for Tomorrow Evening

                                   Here are the layouts for the Typeset Workshop on the Go:




And for those that bought the kit for the Bonus Project:


The card on the bottom left is slightly different than the one that you will do at the workshop.

I do have one extra kit left if there is someone who wants to come to the workshop, but didn't have a chance to order a kit.  This kit will go to the first person to ask for it.

Don't forget the great specials that CTMH has going on right now.
You can get 4 stamp sets for $5.
You can get this fabulous deal through the month of August.



Buy $50 of product and then purchase the stamp of the month, Wicked, for only $5.
You will also recieve the A Typeface stamp set for free. (That's 2 stamp sets for $5)



Spend $75 and buy the stamp of the month, Wicked for only $5.
You will also recieve the A Typeface stamp set for free, as well as the new Pair-a-Phrase stamp set for free.
(That's 4 stamp sets for $5)

The Pair-a Phrase stamp set is a special double stamp set for National Stamping Month (Sept.).
You can recieve the Pair-a-Phrase free with a $75 purchase from now until the end of Sept.

And from Aug. 15- Aug. 31, CTMH is allowing us to combine these two great promotions together so that you can recieve 4 stamp sets for $5 with a $75 purchase!



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Sunday, August 14, 2011

Sharing with Heart Blog Hop

Welcome to the Sharing with Heart Blog Hop!  If you came here from  Ann Bacon's  fabulous blog, you are on the right track.  

Today, I will be sharing a couple projects with you.   Let's get started...

First up is the stamp of the month, Wicked.  I have had a lot of fun playing with stamp set and using it for the obvious theme of Halloween and some not so obvious themes also.  Here I paired it up with our new paper, Mischief and new Cricut cartridge: Art Philosophy to create this fun little card.

Outside:

Inside:


Supplies used (all CTMH):
Cricut Art Philosophy: Outside Sunset scalloped card cut at 4" (Circle2) with card function key selected
Black patterned paper cut at 3.5" (Circle1) 
Sunset circle cut at 3" (Circle1)
Paper: Sunset CS, Mischief Paper Pack
Stamps: Wicked
Inks: Black
Other: Sponge (for edges)

For the next two projects, I used the new paper pack, Typeset.

The first is a small shaped card.

Outside:

Inside:


Supplies Used (all CTMH):

Cricut Art Philosophy
 Card cut at 3" (Square3) with card function key selected
Inside mat cut at 2.5"(Square3)
Ticket die cut at 1" (Rctngle4)

Paper: Typeset paper pack
Colonial White CS
Stamps: Cricut Bundle: Frames, Tags and Borders
Inks: Black
Other: Sponge (for edges)

I have one last project for you to look at.  It was also made with the Typeset paper pack.
I went ahead and made the layout for my son's first day of school for this year, 
which is coming up this week (which is why there is no photos yet).


Left side:


Right side:


Supplies used (all CTMH):

Paper: Typeset Paper Pack
How-to Book: Magic-Pattern: Now You See It
Font: Cricut Art Philosophy (cut at 1.5")
Other: Typeset Complements Canvas Shapes

Thanks for the opportunity to show you some of the great new products in our new Idea Book, including the August Stamp of the Month: Wicked.

Keep the hop going by following along to the next stop on the hop, which is the fabulous Wendy K.






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Friday, August 12, 2011

Love Your Layout: August 2011(a)








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Tresa Black's Winning Album from Convention

At convention, there is a contest for best album submitted by a consultant.  Tresa Black won 1st place this year for her "Make a Wish" album.  There are no words to adequately describe how FABULOUS this album is.  I suggest you check it out for yourself here on Tresa's Fabulously Artsy blog.  She is an amazing inspiration to many consultants and this is just one example of why.  Thank you so much Tresa for sharing your fabulous album with us and letting us share it with all our blog readers too!
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Thursday, August 11, 2011

Free Customer Appreciation Crop on Friday

Just a reminder for those in the Cedar Rapids area...I am holding my free customer appreciation crop tomorrow (Friday, August 12) from 6 pm to midnight.  There is no cost for the crop itself (and there might be a cricut project or two throughout the evening).  Use of my stamps, inks and cricut are included.  I just ask that you bring your own Cricut mat (12x12) or donate $1 towards wear and tear for my mats and blades.  I will include light snacks and water.

Please RSVP if you are interested, as spots are limited.  Thanks and I hope to see you soon!


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Monday, August 8, 2011

New Studio J Artwork

I created some layouts with Studio J...some with the new paper packs and some with Studio J members papers and layouts. 

Independence Day (Studio J kit)
Performance layout
Members choices

Check out the banner with stitching (new Studio J options)


Manmade (Studio J kit)
Photo Op layout 
Members choices




Elemental Paper (new)
Portrait Collection layout


Roxie (new)
Performance layout (members)


So there are some layouts with some new papers and layouts.
Wondering if being a member is worth it?

I think it is.
For $99/yr or $30/3 months, I get the following:

50% printed layouts
Free JPegs (web sized and large) of my printed layouts
Free shipping on one order per month (up to 20 layouts)
Free Page Protectors for all my Studio J layouts
Studio J paper kits for members
Studio J layouts for members

Not sure if you'll like Studio J and want to try it first?
Go ahead, you can use Studio J without a membership.

If you order 16 layouts in a year, you've made up the price of the membership in printing costs alone.
This doesn't include the value of the free shipping and page protectors, as well as access to all the paper and layouts.

I will never give up my traditional scrapbooking.
But, I will always have a Studio J membership too.
Studio J has been invaluable to me in the following ways:
  • I've gotten more layouts done using a combination of Studio J and traditional layouts
  • More color possibilities.  (i.e. The Elemental layout above.  I wanted to use this paper, so as to not distract from the pictures, but the colors weren't quite right.  No problem, I changed the colors of the paper in Studio J!)
  • Saved $ doing layouts in Studio J with my membership
  • Been able to print out the same layout multiple times.  Have saved time for layouts that I want to keep one and give one away.
  • Time-saver
  • Money-saver
As you can see, I love Studio J.
If you have any questions about Studio J or want to set up a free tutorial of Studio J, contact me here.
To try Studio J, check with your Close to My Heart consultant.
If you don't have a consultant, enjoy Studio J here.
To shop for a Studio J membership, check my website here.


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Friday, August 5, 2011

Cricut Art Philosophy: The Images

Do you want to see what you can cut on the new Cricut Cartridge: Art Philosophy?  By using the function keys, in conjunction with the shift key, the options are numerous.  700 options, to be exact. Here's the images that you can cut with this cartridge...








If you want to learn more about how to use this cartridge and all it's great options, watch for my Cricut classes and demos.
My first demo will be at my Customer Appreciation Crop at Aug. 12 at 6 pm.
Reserve your spot now.

Interested in purchasing this great cartridge bundle?
Shop here.
Or earn it at a discount or for free.
Contact me for more details.



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