Basketball Layout

I decided to use some paper and embellishments that I purchased at Hobby Lobby a while back.  It went perfect with the photos of my son and husband playing basketball in the front yard.



Thanks for looking!



Rebecca

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April is the month to sign up as a new Consultant because when you join the Close To My Heart Family, you'll receive the April, May, June and July Stamp of the Month sets for FREE!

Now that's a reason to Celebrate!

Surfs Up Workshop

Surfs Up Workshop




Friday April 19th, 2013
1 - 12x12 Two page layouts using the New Surfs Up Paper Pack
3 Birthday Cards
Cost
Layout:  $10.00
Cards: $5.00
All your papers will be pre-cut and ready to assemble.  Bring photos if you like
and add them to your layout or add them later.



Please RSVP by April 12th, 2013 with Pre-payment
 so I can have your supplies ready!

Please Bring Your Own Adhesive!

Come enjoy dessert and drinks and girls night out!
I accept Cash, Check and Paypal.  My Paypal Address is Scrapbookmom73@msn.com please make sure you do the personal tab so we dont have to pay fees.  Or you can mail out a check to the address above before the RSVP date.

Hope to see you there!

April Stamp of the Month

April 2013 My Sunshine

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My Sunshine, set of 8

Recommended Blocks
1" × 3 1/2" (Y1002)
2" × 2" (Y1003)
3" × 3" (Y1006)
4" × 5" (Y1012)

Beautiful Stamps, Amazing Discounts

Each month you can enjoy a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

April 2013: My Sunshine (S1304A)

Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.

Card using March Stamp of the Month

I mad this card using the March Stamp of the Month and the Chantilly Paper Pack, It coordinates well with this stamp set.  I also used some chipboard stems that I had from a while back. 

If you would like to purchase this stamp set go Here and if you purchase $50.00 in Close To My Heart Supplies you will receive this stamp set for only $ 5.00

For more artwork using this stamp of the month go to the link above that says Stamp Of The Month.




Blog Giveaway

I am trying to build up more traffic to my blog so I am doing a Blog Giveaway!
All you have to do is be a follower on my blog and comment here that you are new to my blog!
I will be giving away this cute versatile stamp set called Year Round Cheer!  Love this stamp, You can make cards for every occasion! or even Scrapbook Pages!





Remember to scroll down the side  to followers and follow my blog and also leave a comment here saying that you are a new follower.  You can subscribe also to get updates via email!
Once I receive 50 followers I will give this stamp set away!
Good Luck and thanks for following!

March Stamp of the Month

March 2013 Floral Happiness

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Floral Happiness, set of 16

Recommended Blocks:
1" × 1" (Y1000)
1" × 3 1/2" (Y1002)
2" × 2" (Y1003)
3" × 3" (Y1006)

Beautiful Stamps, Amazing Discounts

Each month you can enjoy a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

March 2013: Floral Happiness (S1303A)

Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.


Incredibly Cool Crafts

In love with the artwork we created with this stamp set? Get ready to make it yourself! Purchase the materials listed here along with your deeply discounted Stamp of the Month set to get started!
Materials Needed
  1. My Acrylix® Floral Happiness
  2. Chantilly Paper Packet
  3. Adventure Exclusive Inks® Mini Pigment Pads Set
  4. Whimsy Exclusive Inks® Mini Pigment Pads Set
  5. Chantilly Textiles
  6. Irresistibles™ Frames
  7. Cricut® Art Philosophy Collection

Required Tools
  1. My Acrylix® Trinity Alphabet
  2. Blush Cardstock
  3. Sorbet Cardstock
  4. White Daisy Cardstock
  5. Buttercup Exclusive Inks® Marker Set
  6. Cotton Candy Exclusive Inks® Marker Set
  7. Sorbet Exclusive Inks® Marker Set
  8. Whisper Exclusive Inks® Pad
  9. White Daisy Exclusive Inks® Pad
  10. My Creations® Bracket Frame
  11. Pink Glitter Gems
  12. Color-Ready Seam Binding Ribbon
  13. Embroidery Floss Neutral Assortment
  14. 3" × 3" My Acrylix® Block

12" × 12" Happiness Is Page



Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern found on page 30 (Pattern 13—Left) of our Make It from Your Heart® how-to publication for inspiration.

  • Cut the following Cricut® Art Philosophy shapes using papers of choice, if desired:
    • 1 1/4", 1 1/2", 2 1/2", and 3" <Banner2> (cut one of each size listed, p. 29)
    • 3 1/2" Shift+Decorative Layer <Bttrfly1> (p. 41)
    • 3/4" Shift <Bttrfly2> (p. 55)
    • 3 1/2" <Tag4> (p. 60)
    • 1/2" Font <Rctngle8> (cut 6, p. 65)
    • 1 3/4" Shift+Font <Petal1> (cut 4, p. 65)
  • To create the multicolor seam binding ribbon, place ribbon on a protected surface then color with various markers to create a multicolor look.
  • To create the fabric ruffle, fold a piece of fabric in half then use a running stitch across the top where the two ends meet. Pull on the ends of the thread and bunch fabric into ruffles, as desired. Attach to page with your choice of adhesive.
  • Embellish with your choice of stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Happiness Bracket Frame



Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below.

  • Cut the following Cricut® Art Philosophy shapes using papers of choice, if desired:
    • 1" <Shape3> (p. 46)
    • 1" Shift <Bttrfly2> (cut 5, p. 55)
    • Fit to Page <Square4> (p. 53)
  • To create the open center from the solid B&T bracket frame Cricut® shape, temporarily attach the shape to the front of the My Creations® bracket frame with the yellow design facing you; place the frame face-down, with the yellow design facing the work surface; use a pencil to trace along the inside square; cut the inside square out; re-attach the frame with permanent adhesive.
  • To stamp the tic-tac-toe design on a 9" × 9" piece of White Daisy cardstock, stitch the columns and rows, as desired; fill the nine open spaces with stamped accents and accessories, as desired; apply adhesive to the back of each corner of the White Daisy cardstock and slide it inside the bracket frame from the back opening of the frame.
  • To create the multicolor seam binding ribbon, place ribbon on a protected surface then color with various markers to create a multicolor look.
  • Embellish with paper accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

7" × 5" Being with You Card



Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern found on page 52 (Medallion™) of our Wishes™ how-to publication for inspiration.

  • Cut the following Cricut® Art Philosophy shapes using papers of choice, if desired:
    • 2 1/2" <Banner2> (p. 29)
    • 3 1/2" <Circle3> (p. 41)
    • 1/2" Shift <Bttrfly2> (p. 55)
    • 3 1/4" and 3 1/2" <Tag4> (p. 60)
    • 1" and 1 1/4" Font Layer <Tag4> (p. 60)
    • 3/4" Font <Rctngle3> (p. 64)
  • To color the White Daisy Cricut® flourishes, sponge ink of choice on the surfaces.
  • To create the multicolor seam binding ribbon, place ribbon on a protected surface then color with various markers to create a multicolor look.
  • To create the fabric ruffle, fold a piece of fabric in half then use a running stitch across the top where the two ends meet. Pull on the ends of the thread and bunch fabric into ruffles, as desired. Attach to card with your choice of adhesive.
  • Embellish with paper accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.