#242

August 31, 2014

Today I wanted to share a pinterest board that I found very useful. 

Here is the link: http://www.pinterest.com/CTMH/favorite-color-combinations/

#241

August 30, 2014

Here is a link about kissing stamps. It has a great video with step by step instructions.

Link: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2012/11/how-to-kisswith-stamps.html

#240

August 29, 2014

Today I wanted to share a technique I found on Jeanette Lynton's blog about masking. This is a interesting idea. I am excited to try it.

Here is the link to her blog: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2011/01/weeks-of-wonder-behind-every-great-mask.html

#239

August 28, 2014

Today I wanted to share an idea I found on Jeanette Lynton's blog. These are examples of how to decorate your house for fall. My favorite is the wreath made out of leaves around the candle.

Here a link: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2009/11/have-seat.html

#238

August 27, 2014

Today I wanted to share a video about the Artbooking Cricut Cartridge. It features the All Star Scrapbooking layouts.

Here is a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tUcEH0repvs#t=142

#237

August 26, 2014

Today I found a great video by Kay Roche. It is about the Base and Bling wearable jewelry and how to put it together.

Here is the link to her video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftcG45EdI1k

#236

August 25, 2014

Today I wanted to share a creative scrapbook layout by Adeline Brill. She used the Scaredy Cat paper and What a Hoot stamp set.

I hope you enjoy: http://www.adeline-brill.blogspot.com.au/2014/07/august-stamp-of-month-blog-hop_31.html

#235

August 24, 2014

This is a great video about all of the ways you can use the stamps. You can bend it or curve it and then stamp.

Here is the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iseHjwJRnrU

#234

August 23, 2014

Here is a You Tube video about a technique called Swiping.

I hope you enjoy this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bq9DJKSSw44#t=77

#233

August 22, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a video about how to make an envelope using the new Close To My Heart Score Board.

Here is a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EsmWgtsho6U

#232

August 21, 2014

Today I wanted to share a back to school project made by Sarah Gardner. This would be a great teacher gift. 

Here is link to her blog: http://irishcrafter86.blogspot.com/2014/07/damask-divas-august-blog-hop-chalk-it-up.html

#231

August 20, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a card by Ronnie Johnson. Fall is just around the corner and this would be perfect for a back to school Thank you.

Here is a link to her blog: http://craftwithronnie.blogspot.com/2014/08/more-autumn-fun.html

#230

August 19, 2014 

Today I wanted to share with you a scrapbooking layout by Michele Southworth. It is using the Chalk It Up paper.

Here is the link: http://craftypixiestedding.blogspot.com/2014/07/damask-divas-blog-hop-chalk-it-up.html

#229

August 18, 2014

Today I wanted to share a card made by Hillary Harris using the Chalk it Up paper. It is an elegant card and cheerful card. 

Here is is a link to her blog: http://heartforhandmade.blogspot.com/2014/07/damask-divas-august-blog-hop.html

#228

August 17, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a card made by Mischelle Smith using the August stamp of the month. It is a beautiful use of this stamp.

Here is a link to her blog: http://www.mischellesmith.com/blog/149-happy-bird-watercolor-owl-twin-touch-tuesday

#227

August 16, 2014

Today I wanted to share collection of cards made by Jody Gustafson. She used the new Seaside paper for this card. 

Here is a link to her blog: http://cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/2014/08/have-happy-day.html

#226

August 15, 2014

Today I wanted to share two beautiful cards I saw on Ronnie Johnson's blog. 

It is using the Always Greatful stamp set.

Here is a link to her blog: http://craftwithronnie.blogspot.com/2014/08/always-greatful-with-pathfinding.html

#225

August 14, 2014

Today I wanted to share a technique I saw on Jeanette Lynton's blog about customizing ribbon. She took a plain piece of ribbon and then stamped on. This is a great way to customize your next gift you give.

Here is a link to her blog: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2011/12/embellishing-embellishments.html

#224

August 13, 2014

Today I wanted to share a card that Ronnie Johnson made using the new Close to My Heart stamp pad colors and embossing folder.

Here is a link to her blog:http://craftwithronnie.blogspot.com/2014/08/ctmhs-fab-five-new-colors.html

#223

August 12, 2014

Today I saw a interesting post by Amie Kiger about generational stamping. She did first through fifth generation. 

Here is a link to her blog: http://mimimyselfandibykigz.blogspot.com/2014/08/generational-stamping-tip-for-tuesday.html

#222

August 11, 2014

Today I wanted to share a technique I found on Jeanette Lynton's blog. It is called the Rock and Roll technique and then you emboss the image.

Here is a link to her blog: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2011/01/weeks-of-wonder-embossing-is-boss.html

#221

August 10, 2014

Today I wanted to share a card made by Allisa. She used the new Confetti Wishes paper for this card and the new ink pad colors (Canary and Thistle). 

I hope you enjoy her card: http://www.rockymtnpapercrafts.com/2014/07/confetti-wishes-sneak-peek.html

#220

August 9, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a fun card by Amy's Art from the Heart. She used one of the hostess stamp sets in the new idea book called Sweet as Sugar. I hope you enjoy her card.

Here is a link to her blog: http://amysartfromtheheart.blogspot.com/2014/08/sweet-on-you.html

#219

August 8, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you all of the amazing scrapbooking layouts on Jeanette Lynton's blog. She features each of the nine new paper packs available in the idea book.

Here is a link to her blog: http://www.jeanettelynton.com/2014/08/annual-inspirations-level-2-artwork.html

#218

August 7, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a Youtube video with a birthday card. This video is by Judy Ashmore. I hope you enjoy her beautiful card. 

Here is link to her video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aovh0_eNjuA

#217

August 6, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you a Fancy fold card made by Jen Patrick. She used the Chalk It Up paper pack. I hope you enjoy this card.

Here is a link to her blog: http://roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/2014/08/new-product-blog-hop-chalk-it-up-fancy.html

#216

August 5, 2014

Today I wanted to share with you some cards with instructions for the Confetti Wishes paper pack. Thank you to Ronnie Johnson for the great ideas. 

Here is a link to her blog so you can see these beautiful cards:

http://craftwithronnie.blogspot.com/2014/08/more-fun-with-confetti-wishes.html

#215

August 4, 2014

Did you know Close To My Heart is going to add another Cricut cartridge to their collection.

Here is a link to a video with a sneak peek to all that it will offer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O14hn3xP_ko

#214

August 3, 2014

Today I finished up my son's birthday thank yous. 

Here is a picture of the finished card. 

#213

August 2, 2014

Today is my six year wedding anniversary. I wanted to share with you this great tutorial by Justine Hovey. It is a fun triple stamp card.

Here is the link: http://www.justinehovey.com/2013/10/ctmh-anniversary-card-tutorial-and-few.html

#212

August 1, 2014

Today is the first day of the new idea book. This idea book runs from August 2014-July 2015. If you are in need of some inspiration you can look through the new book and become inspired. It is gorgeous. The Workshops on the Go have also been updated for the new idea book. Head on over to see all of the amazing new layouts: http://wishchick.ctmh.com/ctmh/products/wotg/2014/annual/chalk-it-up-additional-layout.aspx