Month: February 2016

Spring Critters

This projects showcase the Spring Critters Stamp Set and coordinating Thin Cuts!

Happy Easter Pint-Sized Container
C1638 My Acrylix® Spring Critters
X7207B Penelope Paper Packet
X5773 Pixie Cardstock
1385 White Daisy Cardstock
Z2640 Thistle Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad
44751 Archival Black Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad
Z3137 My Creations™ Pint-Sized Container
Z3189 White & Gold Ribbon
Z1263 Bitty Sparkles
Z3207 Spring Critters Thin Cuts
Z3132 Watercolor Paints
Z3188 Paintbrush Set
Z3167 Cricut® Artistry Collection
Cricut® Shape: Artistry 2″ Icon-1 (p. 30)

4¼” x 5½” Birthday Wishes Card
C1638 My Acrylix® Spring Critters
X7207B Penelope Paper Packet
1385 White Daisy Cardstock
Z2117 Crystal Blue Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad
44751 Archival Black Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad
Z3189 White & Gold Ribbon
Z1263 Bitty Sparkles
Z3207 Spring Critters Thin Cuts
Z3132 Watercolor Paints
Z3188 Paintbrush Set

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Everything ABC’s Blog Hop (Letter E)

Welcome to the Everything ABC’s Blog Hop!  For this hop we will be featuring the letter E. This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment. Whatever the crafter has chosen as their “E” element will be featured in their post.

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If you came from Tonya Whitehurst ~ Heart & Soul Scrappers then you’re on the right track!

Wedding Card by Wendy Kessler

Wedding Card by Wendy Kessler

Supplies used are all Close to My Heart: Love Always Stamp Set, Slate Ink, White Daisy Organdy Ribbon, Cardstock (Slate, White Daisy), Quatrefoil Embossing Folder, Confetti Embossing Folder, and White Daisy Cards & Envelopes.

I chose Embossing for the letter E.  I haven’t done much embossing even though I like the look because my machine seems to have too much pressure and the images end up cutting through in parts instead of just embossing.  While creating this project, I learned that if I mist my paper with a little water before embossing it loosens up the fibers in the paper and it embosses beautifully without any cutting!  One the second card, I applied ink to my embossing folder before inserting my paper for a different look.  The first one is my favorite.

Your next stop on our Everything ABC’S blog Hop is Linda Norman- Scrappy Therapy.

Here is the complete lineup in case you get lost along the way:

Dance Treat Tubes

Dance Treat Tubes by Wendy Kessler

I made these goodies for this weekend’s dance competition.  I used the Cricut to cut the letters (not sure which cartridge) and the Close to My Heart Aspire stamp set.  The treat tubes are also CTMH.  I attached the letters with micro glue dots and they are holding well.  The grosgrain ribbon is attached with a 1-inch glue line to hold it in place and then tied.  Names will be written on the back of the dancer tag.  My first filler choice was Sixlets in the dance colors (available at Walmart) but my daughter preferred Skittles.  Another option would be to fill them with a variety of dance items like bobby pins, hair ties, etc.

Regatta Workshop Your Way Scrapbooking Kit

On April 8, we will be creating the Regatta Workshop.  If you are in Club, this is the time to order.  You need to order by March 4 by contacting me or joining the correct gathering on my website to receive it by the scheduled workshop date.

The Regatta Workshop Your Way Scrapbooking Kit includes:
1  – Regatta Paper Packet
1 – Regatta Complements
3 – Cardstock Sheets (2 Glacier, 1 Flaxen)
1 – White & Gold Ribbon
1 – Maritime Puffies

Download Instruction Guide: On my website

With this kit, you will be able to complete three 2-page layouts (shown above).

Additional Picture My Life Layout: To create the Picture My Life layout for this workshop, simply purchase the Memory Protector designs of your choice, Picture My Life cards, and Complements as desired.

Additional Cardmaking Project: Make 8 cards, 2 of each design, using your remaining workshop materials and just a few extra supplies!
C1642 My Acrylix My Anchor Stamp Set
My Anchor Thin Cuts
White Daisy Cardstock
Flaxen Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Glacier Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Pomegranate Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Sapphire Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Thin 3-D Foam Tape
White Cards & Envelopes Value Pack

Coordinating colors for this paper (cardstock and inks): Flaxen, Glacier, Pomegranate, Sapphire, White Daisy

When you place an order of $50 or more, you get the Stamp of the Month set for only $5.
The Stamp of the Month is:
February – Balloon Animals
March – Sunshine Birdies
*The Stamp of the Month may vary depending on your purchase date.  If you order online, it will be the month in which you are purchasing.  If you order by contacting me, it will be Sunshine Birdies.

The current Constant Campaign is:
February – Share the Love
March – Stampaganza 2016! (Buy 2 stamp sets, get one FREE!)
*The Constant Campaign you qualify for may vary depending on your purchase date.  If you order online, it will be the month in which you are purchasing.  If you order by contacting me, it will be Stampaganza 2016!.