Stamp With Heart

Daisy in expecting!!!

2011-04-21T16:21:00.000-06:00

I can't wait to have puppies!!!!

Army Letters

2011-04-21T16:05:00.000-06:00

I have been working on a project for my Army son for months. Wanting to get it just right. I still need to attach photos to the inside walls, but I am happy with the results of the outside! Outside ARH are my sons initials. I wanted to send him something to remind him of home. Allen went into Army bootcamp last November, he graduated in February of this year and he just got his orders to go to South Korea in June. I have mixed feelings about him being gone so far from home and in a stressful area.

A Scrapbookers Nightmare

2011-04-08T15:16:00.000-06:00

Spring break - what a great time for family fun! This is how we spent our evening..........................
YES! 50 stamp sets all disassembled into 1 giant mess. Thank you lil girlfriend.

Such an innocent looking box right?

Kittens

2011-04-03T15:51:00.005-06:00

Proud Mama
Stretch had 4 kittens early this morning! 1 was born without a tail like their mama.

Waterfall

2011-04-01T16:21:00.000-06:00

My first go at a waterfall from Magic.

Lucky Pages

2011-04-01T16:18:00.000-06:00

artwork designed by Karen Pedersen

artwok designed by Bren Yule

Sophia Pages

2011-04-01T16:13:00.000-06:00

my Chantel

Beatuiful art work scraplifted from Karen Pedersen

Lost

2011-03-26T15:27:00.001-06:00

I know everyone is busy, we all have a lot on our plates these days. I have felt so overwelmed these past 6 months. I have felt like I was going to lose myself in it all. Allen left for Army Bootcamp, graduated and now is at tech school in VA. Zack has moved back home temporarily, he is moving to Great Falls in June for a promotion he has been working hard for. Devin has been testing the waters of being a pre-teen. Please lord give me strength! Chantel is a brownine girl scout and a proud owner of a new Guinea Pig. My job has been a total stress ~ bring on the prozac atmosphere ~ since our transition with Kroger, working late nights and no energy when I get home. I can't keep track of the people moving in and out of our house lately. My Close to My business / friends have been faithful and kept me sane. So between working a full time job, being a Brownie Girl Scout Troop Leader (working hard to earn those try-its and selling cookies), I have been lost. GOOD NEWS, I have been found. I will be posting (and trying to catch up). Thank you for your love and support!
No, nothing has changed in my circumstances, except maybe the blessing of stronger shoulders to carry it all.

Wings

2011-02-01T15:06:00.001-07:00

CTMH original Layout

Spring 2011 Idea Book Inspired

Misteltoe Pages

2010-12-01T16:14:00.000-07:00

Artwork designed by Karen Pedersen

Olivia

2010-11-30T14:48:00.001-07:00

Hooligans

2010-10-30T14:43:00.000-06:00

Splendor September Playgroup pages

2010-09-01T13:43:00.001-06:00

Splendor Shopping List

Basic Kit
X7124B Splendor Level 2 Paper Pack pg 14 12.95
X7124C Splendor Level 2 MyStickease pg 14 4.95
Z1307 Irresistibles Pizzazz Die-Cuts pg 95 4.95
Z1317 Splendor Designer Brads pg 92 4.95
Subtotal 27.80*
(Total with shipping and tax is $31.89)

Better Kit = Basic Kit + the following itemsZ1215 Autumn Harvest Brads pg 92 4.95

Z1091 Finishing Files pg 97 5.95

Z2111 Chocolate Stamp Pad pg 100 5.25
Z2123 Goldrush Stamp Pad pg 101 5.25

Z2155 Topiary Stamp Pad pg 101 5.25
Subtotal 54.45**
(Total with shipping and tax is $62.46)

Best Kit = Basic Kit + Better Kit + the following items:
E1016 Friendship Alpha Large pg 85 34.95
Subtotal 89.40***
(Total with shipping and tax is $102.55)

WOTG

G1009 Splendor Basic Workshop Kit (includes):
Splendor Level 2 Paper Packet ($12.95)

My Acrylix® Summer Wishes ($13.95)

Irresistibles™ Pizzazz Chipboard Die-Cuts ($4.95)
Workshop Guide ($1.00) $29.95

Retail Value: $32.85
You Pay: $29.95

Your Close To My Heart Independent Consultant:

Carma Howard

801.719.7376

stampwithheart@yahoo.com

http://stampwithheart.myctmh.com/

Beautiful Photos and Layouts by Karen Pedersen!

Passages - August Playgroup Pages

2010-08-01T21:05:00.000-06:00

PASSAGES Shopping List
August Play Group Classes
Basic Kit:
X7126B Passages Level 2 Paper Pack 12.95
X7126C Passages Level 2 My Stickease 4.95
Z1243 Mini-Medley Accents Pewter Collection 4.95
Subtotal 22.85 (total with shipping and tax is $26.27)
Better Kit = Basic Kit plus the following*:
Z1316 Designer Ribbon Rounds 7.95
Z1318 Mark’s Passages 3.95
Z2108 Brown Bag Stamp Pad 5.25
Z2114 Cocoa Stamp Pad 5.25
Z1311 1 1/4 “ Circle Punch 12.95
Subtotal 58.20 (total with shipping and tax is $66.90 )

Workshop on the Go Basic Kit
Item # Product Cost
G1010 Passages Basic Workshop Kit (includes):
Passages Level 2 Paper Packet ($12.95)
My Acrylix® Lifetime ($13.95)
Mini-Medley Accents Pewter Collection ($4.95)
Workshop Guide ($1.00)
Retail Value: $32.85
You Pay: $29.95 (total with shipping and tax is $34.43)

YOU ROCK Pages

2010-07-31T19:05:00.001-06:00

Meet Miss Daisy Lou - Our new baby

2010-07-01T09:24:00.000-06:00

Isn't she the cutest wrinkeliest slobbery thing ever!

Yes that is a tu-tu she is wearing! Just wait til I find some bows!

You Rock - Workshop Pages July 31st

2010-06-27T21:21:00.005-06:00

Create 3 - 2 page layouts using You Rock Paper kit

You Rock Shopping List:

Basic Kit*
X7122B You Rock Level 2 Paper Pack 12.95
Z1272 Top Coats Rockin’ 4.95
Z1277 Outdoor Denim Mini-Medley Accents 4.95
Z1263 Bitty Sparkles 2.95
Subtotal 25.80 (total with shipping and tax is $29.66)
Better Kit = Basic Kit plus the following*:
Z1261 Irresistibles Lots of Dots Letters 4.95
Z281 White Hemp 2.25
Z2140 Outdoor Denim Pad 5.25
Subtotal 38.25 (total with shipping and tax is $43.97)

Best Kit = Basic and Better Kits plus the following**:
Z2150 Sunflower Pad 5.25
Z2123 Goldrush Pad 5.25
4275 Black My Legacy Writers 11.95
E1002 Rustic Alphabet 34.95
Subtotal 95.65 (total with shipping and tax is $102.36)

WOTG Passages G1006
You Rock Basic Workshop Kit (includes):
You Rock Level 2 Paper Packet ($12.95)
My Acrylix® Just Be You ($13.95)
Mini-Medley Accents Outdoor Denim Collection ($4.95)
Workshop Guide ($1.00) $29.95
Retail Value: $32.85
You Pay: $29.95 (total with shipping and tax is $34.43)

Cherri-O Playgroup Layouts

2010-06-27T21:01:00.003-06:00

Shopping Lists:
BASIC Package
X7123B Cherry-O Level 2 Paper Pack pg 10 12.95
X7123C Cherry-O MyStickease pg 10 4.95
Z1320 Mini-Medley Accents Tulip Collection pg 92 4.95
Z1088 Chocolate Waxy Flax pg 91 3.95
Subtotal $26.80* (total with shipping and tax is $30.81)
BETTER PACKAGE = Basic Package + the Following Items:
Z1048 Dimensional Elem Simple Alpha, Lower pg 95 6.95
Z1294 Sanding Kit pg 97 3.50
Z578 Corner Rounder pg 99 7.95
Z2114 Chocolate Stamp Pad pg 100 5.25
Subtotal $50.45** (total with shipping and tax is $58.00)

BEST PACKAGE = Basic and Better Packages + the Following Items:
Z2166 Tulip Stamp Pad pg 101 5.25
Z2153 Sweet Leaf Stamp Pad pg 101 5.25
E1013 Field Trip Alphabet pg 84 34.95
Subtotal $95.90*** (total with shipping and tax is $110.24)
WOTG
G1008 Cherry-O Workshops on the Go™ Basic Kit
Cherry-O Level 2 Paper Packet
My Acrylix® Bowl of Cherries B-size Stamp Set
Mini-Medley Accents Tulip Collection
Workshop Guide
Subtotal 29.95 (total with shipping and tax is $34.43)

Caboodle Playgroup Layouts

2010-06-27T21:00:00.002-06:00

Basic Kit:
X7121B Caboodle Level 2 Paper Pack 12.95
X7121C Caboodle Level 2 MyStickease 4.95
Z1271 Tiny Tabs 3.95
Z1223 Dimensional Elements-Booksmart 4.95
Subtotal 26.80 (total with shipping and tax is $30.81)
Better Kit = Basic Kit plus the following*:
Z1125 Sweet Leaf Designer Ribbon Rounds (can share) 7.95
Z1151 3D Foam Tap 5.95
Z697 Round Sponge 1.25
Subtotal $41.95 (total with shipping and tax is $48.22)
Best Kit = Basic and Better Kits plus the following**:
Z2153 Sweet Leaf Pad 5.25
Z2164 Sorbet Pad 5.25
Z2169 Vanilla Cream Pad 5.25
Z2117 Crystal Blue Pad 5.25
Subtotal 62.95
Workshop on the Go Basic Kit
Item # Product Cost
G1004 Caboodle Basic Workshop Kit (includes):
Caboodle Level 2 Paper Packet ($12.95)
My Acrylix® This Way ($13.95)
Dimensional Elements Booksmart ($4.95)
Workshop Guide ($1.00) $29.95
Retail Value: $32.85
You Pay: $29.95 (total with shipping and tax is $34.43)

Cherri-O Cards

2010-06-27T21:00:00.001-06:00

Veranda Playgroup Layouts

2010-04-27T20:58:00.002-06:00

Basic Kit
X7119B Veranda Level 2 Paper Pack 12.95
X7119C Veranda Level 2 MySTickease 4.95
Z1269 Filigree Charms 3.95
Z1275 Mini Medley Antiqued Copper Accents 4.95
Subtotal 26.80 (total with shipping and tax is $30.81)
Better Kit = Basic Kit plus the following**:
Z1266 Just Blooms Spring Blossoms (can share) 7.95
Z1142 Stazon Brown Pad 9.95
Z2114 Cocoa Pad 5.25
Z2166 Tulip Pad 5.25
Z2120 Garden Green Pad 5.25
Z2167 Crème Brulee Pad 5.25
Subtotal $65.70 (total with shipping and tax is $75.52)

Best Kit = Basic and Better Kits plus the following***
E1010 Chocolate Alphabet
Subtotal 100.65

Workshop on the Go Basic Kit
Item # Product Cost
G1007 Veranda Basic Workshop Kit (includes):
Veranda Level 2 Paper Packet ($12.95)
My Acrylix® Follow Your Heart ($13.95)
Filigree Charms ($3.95)
Workshop Guide ($1.00) $29.95
Retail Value: $31.85
You Pay: $29.95 (total with shipping and tax is $34.43)

Veranda Card Workshop

2010-04-01T15:22:00.003-06:00

MARCH WORKSHOP / Mini Card Album

2010-02-28T15:01:00.000-07:00

This cute lil' mini Album is made with a card kit! How adorable is that!!! You even use the envelopes inside to store photos or memorabilia. The card kit we will be using is "Cute as a Button" shown below.

TruFit Folio Album

2010-02-27T15:10:00.002-07:00

Using new Caboodle Paper Packet

TopStitch Additional Pages

2010-02-20T09:43:00.001-07:00

Ideas from wonderful beautiful talented Karen Pederson!

TopStitch Cards using WOTG

2010-02-19T09:45:00.001-07:00

Additional Cards with TopStitch

TopStitch Pages to make at March Play Group

2010-02-18T09:39:00.000-07:00

We'll be making these pages at the March Play Group

TopStitch Workshop On The Go

2010-02-17T09:34:00.001-07:00

Topstitch Workshops on the Go™ Basic Kit Contents:
Topstitch Level 2 Paper Packet
My Acrylix® Love Is in the Air B-size Stamp Set
Mini-Medley Accents Colonial White Collection
Workshop Guide
Follow the included step-by-step instructions to create the two workshop projects featured in the workshop guide: a two-page layout and six cards (2 each of 3 designs). Layout and card patterns are Jeanette Lynton originals created exclusively for this workshop. To create the fully embellished projects, purchase the following accessories (sold separately): Dimensional Elements Hearts (Z1278), Clear Sparkles (Z1104), and Embroidery Floss Neutral Assortment (Z1096).

Family Layout

2010-02-16T09:54:00.002-07:00

this is one of my all time favorite Paper Packets. I know it is discontinued but I Love to use it still.

My Favorite Stamp Set.......

2010-02-15T09:34:00.003-07:00

Ok I can't decide - I LOVE both "Charmed" C1385 and "Togetherness" D1402

I have been playing with both usiong Topstitch Paper Packet. So Cute.

This is charmed

This is Togetherness

See why its too hard to decide?!?! Let me know what set is your favorite in the new Spring Idea Book. If you don't have a book let me know and I will get you one.

Found in the Mail

2010-02-12T22:19:00.000-07:00

Look at the cute card Karen Pedersen sent to me. It made me smile so I had to share. Thanks Karen!

What Am I doing these days you ask........

2010-02-12T22:15:00.000-07:00

I have become a Girl Scout Leader, Troop Cookie Manager, All around -crazy- having too much Fun mom. Really, anybody want some? I will gladly share. Tonight was our Valentine Party at Girl Scouts we had Chocolate covered Strawberries, the girls made Flower bouqets with suckers and we played Jingo. We had a blast. Good thing you can never be too old to be a Girl Scout.

Bella Layout

2010-02-12T21:54:00.000-07:00

My darling niece lived with us for a while, she was so photogenic.

Home Sweet Home WOTG Cards

2010-02-12T21:18:00.001-07:00

Cards are made from the Workshop on the go Kit.

Hearts for Haiti

2010-02-04T14:41:00.003-07:00

Hearts for Haiti

Our hearts go out to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, and like so many of you, we’re eager to help. We’re excited to announce Close To My Heart’s February Constant Campaign, Hearts for Haiti—where customers can get a great deal while doing great good for those affected by the devastation in Haiti.
From February 1-28, 2010, our 12” x 12” textured cardstock combo packs are buy one, get one FREE—and with every offer purchased, Close To My Heart will donate $2 US to Operation Smile’s Haiti relief efforts.
Operation Smile is always a fantastic charitable partner—offering free facial reconstruction surgeries to needy children throughout the world. They’ve currently marshaled their medical teams and resources to provide emergency relief in Haiti, and the donations given as part of Hearts for Haiti will be used exclusively for Operation Smile’s efforts in Haiti. For more information on their on-the-ground response, you can visit www.operationsmile.org/haiti.

Febuary Workshop Card Stationary

2010-01-19T08:02:00.000-07:00

This idea comes from my friend Pam Jarrett, it was a gift she gave me at last convention.
The Stationary box and cards can be from three different Creative basic kits.
The one shown is Animal Cookies. Cost for Workshop is to order a Creative Basics paper packet ($7.95 + S&H, Tax) Email with paper choice and if you are unable to come to workshop I will mail papcket and instructions. Cardstock for project will be sold by sheet day of workshop.

Veranda Creative Basics Paper Packet

Emporium Creative Basics Paper Packet

Febuary Play Group Pages 2 and 3

2010-01-18T19:55:00.000-07:00

Febuary Play Group Pages

2010-01-18T19:54:00.001-07:00

Layout created at Playgroup in Febuary

Unforgettable Layout Pages created at January Play Group

2010-01-18T19:48:00.002-07:00

Pages completed at this months Play Group.
Using Unforgettable Level 2 Paper Packet, Sorbet Cardstock, Juniper gosgrain ribbon and Col white buttons.

Play Group Information

2010-01-04T09:00:00.001-07:00

I am so excited about my monthly scrapbook classes. I call them Play Groups. Each month we use one of the 'to die for' Level 2 paper packs and My Stickease, as well as other accessories to create three two page 12" x 12" layouts, or you can opt to create a 2 Page layout and 6 Cards! You'll love it!

There are two ways to attend:
1. You can watch my monthly emails (please email me at stampwithheart@yahoo.com to be added to this list) or posts on my blog about Play Group to see what we are doing the next month and to call and order your kit and sign up for a specific date and time. There are always at least 3 times to choose from each month.

2. You can join Play Group for a 10 month commitment. You still get to choose a month to be the hostess. The difference is that when you join you will get a chance to get a FREE CLOSE TO MY HEART SHOPPING SPREE in one of your 10 months.

Either way you choose to attend, the following information is pertinent:

*You are required to purchase the Basic Kit, but are welcome to upgrade to the Better or Best Kits, or just to pick and choose things from them to add to your Basic Kit. Basic Kits are usually between $20-$28 (before shipping and tax). You purchase the month before for the following month and then your kits are here waiting for you when you come. For instance, you would buy your February kit in Janruary.

*You are always welcome to purchase additional items from the Idea Book, but are not obligated to in any way.

*If you sign up and for some reason can't attend, you will still get your packet and cutting guide and there will be pictures on my website that you can look at to complete your layout on your own.

A few Benefits to joining Play Group:

*You will have the option to host your own gathering with your friends during your Shopping Spree month if you would like to. This will help you get an even bigger free shopping spree.

*You will get each new Idea Book one month before everyone else.

*You will never miss out on hearing about a Close To My Heart special.

*You will have the opportunity and excuse to have at least one evening or morning out per month with your girlfriends.

Feel free to contact me for more information:

Carma Howard

801-719-7376

stampwithheart@yahoo.com

Celebrate National Papercrafting Month with Felicity!

2010-01-03T14:47:00.000-07:00

You know you want it! Now, before you start drooling, here are four easy ways to get it.

Option 1: Buy it outright for $34.95 US.

Option 2: Buy $60 of stamps and get it FREE!

Option 3: Spend $125 on (almost) any Close To My Heart products and get it FREE!*

Option 4: Win it by posting a comment to the CTMH National Paper Crafting Month Blog Spot. Just click here to take you to leave a comment on the blog! and be entered to win the entire Felicity Collection FREE!

Comments will be closed at 11:59 p.m. (MT). Come back tomorrow to see if you won and to enter again, because we’ll be giving away one Felicity Collection every day this month. It’s our way of saying “Happy Papercrafting Month” to you!

December SOM Card

2009-12-01T05:00:00.003-07:00

Jingle or Animal Cookies My CreationsTM Binder Workshop

2009-11-14T18:20:00.002-07:00

Workshop December 5th @ 10:00 AM email me at stampwithheart@yahoo.com to sign up.

Jingle My Creations TM 3 Ring Binder

Animal Cookies My Creations TM 3 Ring Binder

Animal Cookies designed by Karen Pedersen

Jingle November Playgroup 2 page Layout

2009-11-14T18:18:00.001-07:00

Pages we will be putting together at Novembers Play Group.

Jingle Play Group Layouts 2 & 3

2009-11-14T17:45:00.004-07:00

Layouts designed by Karen Pedersen.

SNOW Coasters

2009-11-14T17:19:00.005-07:00

A dear friend of mine wanted to do a fun winter project at her home gathering.

We created these charming lil coaster as a hang up decoration using All Decked out stamp set, Aspen paper packet and 3D Foam tape and complete with sparkles.

Winter Wonderland

2009-11-14T17:11:00.004-07:00

This Morning my neighbor was mowing his lawn, leaves were rustling in the trees and then....

It was snowing sideways, in a matter 2 hours my green lawn was covered in white. Ya I know it's Utah and you expect it, it is still amazing when I see it though.

Jingle cards

2009-11-13T17:49:00.001-07:00

Some of my favorite cards from a Card Workshop by Karen Pedersen.

Created at Create and Prosper Retreat.

Bella Card

2009-11-13T17:27:00.001-07:00

Card made at gathering earlier this month.

November Playgroup Cards using Jingle Workshop on the go

2009-11-05T11:32:00.008-07:00

50 Card Workshop

2009-11-04T12:41:00.000-07:00

During this simple workshop you will create 50 home made Christmas Cards in one sitting! Date: November 7th Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Included in workshop: 50 Card bases 50 Envelopes Choice of design Pre-Cut paper & Cardstock Stamps & Inks to use Choose from Evensong or Aspen Papers, 50 of 1 or 25 of each. Eamil me at stampwithheart@yahoo.com to sign up for this workshop. Evensong with Evergreen Stamp Set

Aspen with Shinning Star Stamp Set

November Stamp of the Month 2 Page Layout

2009-11-01T04:00:00.036-07:00

Using Sweet Home Paper Packet and November Stamp of the Month, D1377 Around the Block. Stamp Pad Inks used: Buttercup, Garnet, Indian Corn Blue Paper used: Sweet Home Paper Packet, Garnet Cardstock, Indian Corn Blue Cardstock, Butter Cup Cardstock Supplies used: Dimensional Elements Book Smart, Create-A-Shade Pearl Paint, Basic Craft Buttons, Antiqued Copped Brads

Grace Projects

2009-10-18T12:28:00.004-06:00

Projects made at CPR Retreat

Pages and cards designed by Lynette Kancamp

Grace October Playgroup Pages 2 & 3

2009-10-18T11:50:00.002-06:00

Pages designed by Karen Pedersen

Grace October Playgroup Pages

2009-10-18T11:43:00.002-06:00

Pages created at October Play group

Twitterpatted Projects

2009-10-18T09:05:00.001-06:00

Twitterpatted - September Playgroup Layouts 2 & 3

2009-10-18T09:00:00.000-06:00

Pages 2 & 3 of Twitterpatted 3 Page Layout

Twitterpatted September Playgroup Pages

2009-10-18T08:57:00.000-06:00

Pages completed at Playgroup day in September

October Stamp of the Month Art Work

2009-10-01T02:00:00.003-06:00

Beautiful Artwork done by Judy Malouff, Karen Pedersen and Carma Howard

Grace Featured Paper Packet for October

2009-09-30T14:02:00.004-06:00

Layout and cards using Grace Paper Packet

Little Birdie Brag and Tag Book

2009-09-29T11:00:00.002-06:00

Workshop Date: Saturday October 10th
Time: 11:00 am Cost $25.00
Brag Book includes Little Birdie Card Kit all Papers, accessories, and Braggin Tag book. Idea from Nona Davenport.
Please email me to order and attend workshop stampwithheart@yahoo.com

Quail, Snakes and other things you don't want in your house

2009-09-28T14:13:00.004-06:00

It's true Chan found a small quail and brought it in the house to show me how "Cute" it was. A few weeks ago it was a garden snake. I have 3 boys and none of them wanted anything to do with critters until they were in Jr High. Maybe by the time she's in Jr High she'll grow out of it? I can only hope. I feel as if we run a zoo now. She wants to keep everything as pets but we tell her they all get to live outside - out of cages so they can visit their families, how much longer you think she'll buy that one?

My Boys' Idea of a good time

2009-09-27T14:03:00.002-06:00

Bungee Jumping..................... They did not get their thrill seeking adventure from me. NO WAY EVER. Not at sunset, not on my anniversary, (sorry Vin I love ya but not going to happen) not even 20 years ago in my wild years NO NO NO. I will not.

Next Mile Stone Please

2009-09-24T20:42:00.010-06:00

Chan convinced her dad to take off her training wheels and off she went. She always seems to be a step ahead of the game. She is growing up too fast.

The picture of her at the park is one of my favorites that I have taken all summer. She poses for every picture so I have to put the camera down so I don't have a camera card full of cheesy photos, which are cute but candid is precious. Here she is just relaxing by the water twisting to ask me a question and I shoot. I love it.

6 X 6 Accordian Album

2009-09-22T13:50:00.007-06:00

6 x 6 Accordian Album Workshop

Paper is from the Paper Garden Paper Packet. Card Stock is Sweet Leaf and Buttercup, the accessories are from the Mini Medley Winter Cozy Collection. This adorable little album idea was given to me by a side-line, Ann Stoddard. (thanks Ann!) I am having a workshop on September 26th at 9:00 AM. All Papers will be cut, all accessories will be provided, you just come and put it together! The cost is $8.85 That's with tax. If you would like me to assemble it would be an additional $4.00 and shipping if I need to mail to you. Please email me to pre-order or reserve your spot for this cute workshop. stampwithheart@yahoo.com. These can
be used as fun gifts or for a desk or counter to show off those cute photos.

Cost: $ 8.85 Please email me to order or attend workshop Instructions: click here stampwithheart@yahoo.com

Treat & Gift Bags

2009-09-12T14:20:00.002-06:00

Last of my Creatively Favorite Things. Sometimes simple is good. A box in a bag (looks like a purse) Instructions are here. Great to use for a treat or gift bag. Treat bag with topper easy and quick.

Summer Time, Baseball and Dreams

2009-09-11T11:37:00.002-06:00

I love Summer evenings sitting in a ball park with the huge overhead lights on, sitting in the bleachers, the crowds all cheering for their teams. I have very fond memories of growing up and playing softball, playing under the lights, the cheers, the evening breeze, the competition, and feeling you belong to a team with an important purpose, all working together for the win, there is nothing like it. My son Devin plays Base Ball it is his dream to play professionally when he "grows up" He has played for the last 5 years. This year he is on a comp team and is loving it. As I watch his focus and determination I see my little boy growing into the man he will become. Dreams are very powerful, he has the whole world at his feet. Its amazing to watch him chase his dream and do what he loves to do.

Paper Bag Book

2009-09-10T13:01:00.002-06:00

From My Creatively Favorite Things this is a Book made from Lunch sacks! Yes, brown paper bags. Folded, decorated and too cute. This was a gift from my secret sister at convention. I am sorry I do not remember her name.... it was a secret! I have made several of these using different paper packs. I will also give you a peak inside the book. It is held togehter with ribbon tied in between all bags. All Pages are decorated and most have tags to use as photo mats.

Tag Your It! Book

2009-09-09T14:00:00.000-06:00

From My Favorite Creatively Things this fold out book was made from 1 piece of 12 x 12 card stock and the Serendipity Paper Pack. Easy to assemble, Accordian style folds with pockets to hold tags. The uses for this little book is limitless. And make a great gift. Idea from Ann Stoddard.

Purse ~ Not really it's a Brag Book!

2009-09-08T13:01:00.000-06:00

Another fun item from My Creatively Favorite Things! How Fun is this! What a fun gift to give to a girlfriend! So many ways to "purse'onalize to suit you or a friend. You could make a hundred of these and they would all be different. The inside folds out to display all your favorite photos.

Tri Fold Album

2009-09-07T14:43:00.000-06:00

This Book is a close up from some of my collection of creatively favorite things. I love this little Tri-Fold album. I fold it up stick it in my purse and take my favorite photos with me wherever I go. A perfect bragging piece. Have given these as gifts.

To make this see Tri Fold Album Instructions

Lil' Pocket Brag Book

2009-09-06T14:48:00.001-06:00

From my Creatively Favorite Things this lil' brag book is perfect pocket size. These pictures are a close up showing how cute they can be decorated. Using Bella Paper Packet.

Treasure Box

2009-09-05T14:34:00.000-06:00

Closer look at Treasure Box from my Creatively favorite Things.

This cute little treasure box I made from instructions from Lynette Kancamp (Thanks Lynette) How fun for earings, or little treasures. I use mine for........ya, scrapbooking odds and ends. Love it. Did a class in June was incredible to see these made from different paper packets.

Friends Forever Book

2009-09-03T14:58:00.001-06:00

This is a gift that I have treasured for years. My dear friend Joyce Slaven made this book for me using photos from a convention in Dallas we attended together. It is definitely one of my Creatively Favorite Things. Here are some pictures of the inside. It is an accordian album with ribbon wrapped around to keep it together like a book. Joyce you are a genius! You can also tell we like to goof off and have a great time while at conventions!!!

September Stamp of the month Artwork

2009-09-03T14:23:00.002-06:00

Beautiful cards made with "Treasures" by my very talented Up-line Karen Pedersen. Thanks Karen for sharing your awesome artwork!

A Few of my Favorite Things....

2009-09-03T13:38:00.000-06:00

Creatively that is. I have already posted things that make me smile:). These items are some of the very special things others have made for me or projects that I have enjoyed creating. I hope you enjoy them. I will add more photos of individual projects everyday.

Birthday Card using Stamp of the Month

2009-08-14T13:03:00.001-06:00

Zackery & Jordan

2009-08-14T12:58:00.000-06:00

Young Love......... My Son Zackery and his beautiful girlfriend Jordan. Dating for 3+ years.

Things that make me happy

2009-08-13T11:12:00.001-06:00

I thought of all the wonderful things and people in my life that don't require money (or rather, the joy is not derived from having money, but the good that comes of using it). It has made me realize how rich my life truly is.
*The sound of rain, the way it smells the way it cleans, the feel, the sound on the roof, hitting against the windows. It has a very calming effect on me.
*When my house is clean.
*A sensual long—drawn--out kiss.
*Reading outdoors in a place I can concentrate.
*Being totally convinced that in the long run thoughtfully applied effort can change the world.
*Being asked sincerely, “How can I help you?” or " How are you?"
*Having a close relationship with my daughter and sons.
*Seeing friends I haven’t seen in years.
*Playing card or board games with my family around the kitchen table.
*80’s Music the kind you can crank up really loud and know all the words.
*Pedicures. My feet are always so soft and pretty after a pedicure. I love the foot massage and having someone else paint my nails.
*Fresh, Clean, Sheets just washed. They are always so soft, snuggly and smell so good.
*I love books that I get so wrapped up in that I actually mourn the loss of a character. I love books that make me think about my life and life in general.
*Playing Luxor with Chan and her keeping up with me.
*Christmas Tree Lights in the Dark, I love sitting in the dark in my living room during the holidays with just the tree lights on. It is so pretty. It makes me remember being a kid and when Christmas seemed so magical. *Warm Bed on a Cold Morning, I love waking up on a cold winter morning and being all cozy in my bed. It’s even better when I don’t have to get out of the warm bed.
*Short Days At Work, I love when I only have to work until 3PM. I know on those days that I can go home and still have energy to get stuff done and then be able to relax before bedtime.
*The smell of baking bread. The taste of fresh warm buttered bread.
*Fresh Flowers. Any kind, all year round.
*Thoughts of my dad, he always had a saying, story or humorous comment.
*My Grandma telling me I am her favorite knowing that she tells that to everyone. It makes me smile knowing she’s trying to please and love everyone.
*My moms cooking.
*Butterfly and Eskimo kisses from Chan when we snuggle before bedtime.
*Long chats with someone close.
*Friends, sisters remembering my birthday.
*Being with Friends that know you, know what you’ve been through.
*When something I cook turns out really well.
*Wrapping up in a quilt made from my father’s clothes. Each piece holds a memory. And it is so heavy it’s like a hug from him.
*My husband, funny, loves to chase me – still.
*Teaching someone something new at my monthly scrapbook workshops.
*When I finish a layout with pictures.
*Devin’s Laugh
*Watching Chantel Dance

Long Beach Leadership

2009-08-10T11:39:00.000-06:00

This photo was taken at the Close to My heart Leadership Conference in Long Beach CA, it was incredible. These lovely ladies are part of the PaceMaker Unit. It is so nice to be part of a company that has our best interests in store. I truly left excited about my business and the new opportunities that it will provide for me and my customers. Leadership was filled with informative meetings and creating beautiful artwork with new products. Close to my heart is a wonderful part of my life that I enjoy sharing with others.