Monday, August 31, 2009

Cute Card Tote

This cute little project is another find from a SU consultant’s website. I was unable to trace back to the original post, so if you know who I need to give credit to, please let me know!

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The tote is made of cardstock and is secured closed with velcro. The front and back each have a pocket that holds 2 cards, and the inside pocket holds the envelopes. The notepad is attached with velcro so it can be replaced. I think I will add a loop of cardstock to hold a pen, too.

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I love these pocket cards! The are so simple and easy to make. The pocket is secured only at the top by the ribbon.

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The insert leaves lots of room to write a note, or even add a small photo. I would love to get something like this in the mail!

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supplies used (all CTMH, unless noted):

  • Boom-Di-Ada Level 2 paper pack
  • Cottage Floral stamp set
  • Picture Perfect stamp set
  • (the sentiments are from a stamp set available to consultants only, but any circular sentiment would work)
  • sparkles—clear
  • designer ribbon rounds—hollyhock & ric rac collection
  • grosgrain ribbon—colonial white

colors: buttercup, hollyhock, olive, sweet leaf,

size: approx. 7” x 6” (closed); cards are standard 5 1/2” x 4 1/4”

idea from: a very creative SU demo—sorry I don’t know who you are!!!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Butterfly Wall Hanging

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This is the project I entered for the July consultant artwork contest that CTMH holds each month. The winners were posted today, and unfortunately, I was not among them. What’s worse, is that I had to send in the original and I don’t get it back (I knew that going in—but it sure is easier to take when you win) I guess I’ll have to make myself another one!

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supplies used (all CTMH, unless noted):

  • Perfect Day Level 2 paper pack
  • Key to My Heart paper pack (previous special promo)
  • Treetops stamp set
  • Sparkles—clear
  • Grosgrain ribbon—cocoa
  • Butterfly punch (Martha Stewart)

colors: cocoa, juniper, sorbet, tulip, colonial white

size: approx. 9” x 11”

idea from: my original design (though I’m sure I’ve seen similar ideas elsewhere)

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Another Purse Gift

This delightful little purse was inspired by a project on a SU demo’s blog I saw ages ago……but I have no idea who it was. If you know who originally posted this type of project, please let me know so I can give proper credit! I was also greatly inspired by my ever-so-talented CTMH sister, Lisa Stenz!

EDITED TO ADD: I found it!! Here is the original tutorial for this project: Jan’s Stamps, Paper, Scissors

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I love this little project and all the surprises it holds inside!

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I love the inserts! You could add pictures or extra journaling….

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supplies used (all CTMH, unless noted):

  • Bella Level 2 paper pack
  • Endless Friendship stamp set
  • Thank You stamp set
  • Journaling Jots stamp set
  • Sparkles—clear
  • Grosgrain ribbon—colonial white
  • Designer Ribbon Rounds—hollyhock
  • Connections Club—metal token
  • standard A2 envelopes (from my stash)
  • velcro dots (from my stash)

colors: hollyhock, creme brulee, olive, smokey plum, colonial white

size: approx. 4 1/4” x 5 1/2”

idea from: an unknown SU demonstrator & CTMH consultant Lisa Stenz

note: the flap for this purse was cut with my Cricut using the Storybook cartridge at 2 different sizes

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Wow! A Rare Layout!

I am so bad about sitting down and creating layouts. I think it is because I am so “meticulous” and it takes me forever to complete one. Of course, the fact that I am overwhelmed with just about every product Close to My Heart sells wouldn’t be part of the problem, would it???? That’s why I was thrilled when CTMH offered the Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit as the special a few months ago—I do better when I limit my supplies and I love getting an idea from somewhere else and putting my own twist on it.

And for once, I actually got the special ahead of time and made up a sample for my customers. They loved it, and I did sell quite a few of these kits the month they were offered. Of course, it’s taken me until now to post it here, but better late than never, right??? Now I just need to make the other layouts from the kit!

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supplies used (all CTMH, unless noted):

  • Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit
  • I Am stamp set from above kit
  • Sans Alphabet stamp set
  • Journaling Jots stamp set
  • Tiny Typewriter stamp set
  • Bigger brads—key lime
  • Mini-Medleys—Autumn Garden
  • Clear Sparkles

colors: blush, hollyhock, sweet leaf, twilight

size: 12”x12” two-page layout

idea from: Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit guide

note: My pictures were not the same size as suggested in the guide, so I added the decorative border underneath the photos. Then to balance that out, I added the extra narrow pink strips. I also changed my background cardstock from white daisy to sweet leaf and added a few extra embellishments.

Saturday, August 1, 2009

Another Father’s Day Card

As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, here is the card I made for Mel this year. I was so excited to get this stamp set in one of the Mystery Boxes I ordered in June. It has been on my wish list for some time now. I went back to an old Idea Book to get inspiration for this card, and I am very happy with how it turned out!

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Of course, Emily had to add her own touch to the inside. The little love notes from her made Daddy smile!

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supplies used (all CTMH, unless noted):

  • Back Country Level 2 paper pack
  • Vintage Father’s Day stamp set
  • Checklist stamp set
  • Tiny Typewriter stamp set
  • Picture Perfect stamp set
  • Designer Ribbon Rounds—outdoor denim
  • Bigger Brads—outdoor denim
  • hemp—white

colors: outdoor denim, olive, barn red, bamboo, colonial white

size: 4 1/4” x 5 1/2”

idea from: inspired by a card in a previous CTMH Idea Book