Queen Bee & Brushed Notecards...

I finished up a custom order last week for a little girl who needed to send thank-yous to her friends and family for her birthday gifts.

FIRST OFF...how AWESOME is that...a girl at the age of 7 is already getting used to sending Thank You cards!

SECONDLY...look how CUTE these cards are. I kept them rather simple because I knew she would be mailing most of them and I didn't want her to have to pay all the extra postage (plus we all know how even with the extra postage, highly embellished cards get banged up in the process.

I used my Cricut to cut her name out of a piece of White Daisy cardstock measuring 4 x 5.25 and then used the Queen Bee Stamp Set to stamp the CUTE little heart doodled line over her name to break up the white space. The flower is from the Brushed bundle...

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I even stamped the envelope...there's nothing like a decorated envelope to set the mood....AND by using our White Cards & Envelopes Value Pack, I always have an envelope handy!

Thanks for looking...I hope you are inspired to send Thank-Yous and teach your children and grandchildren to as well (I know I am!).

Craft with Heart Layout Subscription - June 2020...

I can't believe June is almost over and I haven't shared this month's Craft With Heart layouts! And they are SUPER CUTE!

I hope you'll go check out the process video and see how QUICK & EASY this layout came together! AND I have a link to my Creative Design Team Sister's video and she REALLY steps up this layout (expand the description of the video on YouTube and click on the link)...

Bring Back my Pack - Brushed...

HAPPY WEEKEND!!! When I was working from home, I was counting the days for normalcy and now I'm back to counting the days until the weekend...who understands?!?!

Well, the weekend DOES mean that I get to be CRAFTY and I usually get to share all my projects with my friends! Like, this weekend I'm joining some of my CTMH sisters in bringing you several projects featuring the Bring Back My Pack - Brushed (only available through the end of July or while supplies last).

If you've come from Brenda's Blog, you're on the right track...keep on hopping 'till you get back to where you started. If you are starting here, WELCOME! If you get lost along the way, you can always head on over to Melinda's Blog and see a full list.

Here is a card I made using BOTH of the stamp sets that come with the Brushed Bundle. I used our Shaker Window and Confetti Thin Cuts for the big circle (that's the largest circle Thin Cut we have) and then I used the rock and roll technique that CTMH shared in their FB Live last night. If you want to see that technique, check out the YouTube video at the end of this post (WARNING - it is NOT like my other videos...it's a FB LIVE that I did in my VIP Group and it has barking dogs and kids...lol).

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I added a CUTE LITTLE butterfly using the same rock and roll technique and I added some shimmer with our Clear Shimmer Brush...

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I also added some Bitty Sparkles to add some MORE sparkle...

Thanks for stopping by. Your next stop is Brandi...head on over and see what she has to share!

Craft With Heart Card Subscription - Cards 3 & 4...

Well, I'm moving right along with the Craft wtih Heart Card Subscription from CTMH and thought I'd share with you Cards 3 & 4.

You can watch the process video AND see how I changed up 1 each of the 2 designs to create some different styles.

Don't forget that YOU CAN ENJOY making QUICK & EASY cards too by subscribing for the 4-month Subscription or the Annual Subscription...

Adapt a Card-Kit to use your Stash...

Did you know it's super easy to take a cutting diagram for a pre-designed Card Kit and adapt it to things in your stash!

Here are photos of the cards I made using the Blue Skies collection (STILL available while supplies last on my website). I finished off the insides with various stamps from my stash - A Million Little Things, Queen Bee and Celebrating You...

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Check it out...

 

Let it Shimmer Technique Blog Hop...

When you have a bad Monday, dip it in glitter and watch it SHIMMER!!!

That's EXACTLY what 15 of my CTMH buddies are going to do...we're going to LET IT SHIMMER in our projects today!

If you've come from Brandi's Blog, you're on the right track...keep hopping around until you get back to where you started. If you're starting here, WELCOME to my Blog! 

If you KNOW me, you know I LOVE me some Shimmer Brushes...I use it to highlight images, add some paint-splatter-sparkle here and there on my cards and layouts...the list goes on and on.

But for THIS PROJECT, I decided to try something a tad bit different! I decided to try and STAMP with it...you hear me right...use it as an ink for my stamp! Let's see how it turned out! 

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Here is where I colored the stamp with my Shimmer Brush then stamped it down on the inside of my card...

Thanks for stopping by! Head on over to Michelle's Blog and see how she is SHIMMERING this evening!

FB LIVE Events Calendar...

During the months of June, July and August, CTMH will be doing several FB LIVE EVENTS where they will walk you through several kits - all of which can be found on my website.

Here is a schedule of events...make sure you check back for active links to the Events so you can go select GOING. Only those who select GOING will be entered into drawings for some GOODIES!

Creative Way to Use Tags - Creative Design Team...

I hope you are all enjoying your weekend...it's so HOT here in Texas but I am staying INSIDE and enjoying crafting, cooking and watching a little bit of Netflix!

I have joined my crafty girls over on YouTube to bring you a Creative Design Team collaboration featuring CREATIVE WAYS TO USE TAGS!

Here's a look at my project as well as the YouTube video to follow along!

I used the Tags and Tabs Thin Cuts as well as all things Stitched Together INCLUDING the Exclusive Cricut Collection...

Don't forget to hop on over to my YouTube video and expand the description to visit the other girls' channels and see what creative uses for tags they've shared...I can tell you that they are all FABULOUS!!!

Someone to look up to...

There are TWO stamp sets celebrating all the men in our lives AND they are a part of the Legendary Father's Day Special during the month of June 2020. You can purchase them TOGETHER and save 20% or you can purchase them separately!

I already made a few projects using the Legendary Father's Day stamp set (a set of CUTE icons that can be used for tags, cards, gift card boxes, etc.

THIS layout, however, was made using the Someone To Look Up To stamp set...

Check out my process video to see how to do the shirt AND grab the sketch with dimensions! Don't forget to shop the Legendary Father's Day Special to grab your CUTE stamp sets!

Stitched Together Layout Workshop...

This month's workshop features STITCHED TOGETHER and I have several purchase options!

This workshop makes four 2-page layouts perfect for documenting Springtime, Friendships, Good Times...the list goes on and on.

You Make Good Times Better with Tags & H2H...

The H2H Team is challenging you to use TAGS on your projects and boy do I have a labor of love to share with you guys.

This layout came from an idea of using a repetitive shape to create a circle. I had a few tags from other projects on my craft table and then a light bulb went off...lol

Here's my labor of love...using the Tags and Tabs Thin Cuts, Mix-In, Aurora and Stitched Together papers and coordinating cardstocks...

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Here are some close-ups...

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As you can see, I added some Stitched Hearts Thin Cuts to the layout using that ADORABLE Candy Apple patterned paper from the Stitched Together line...

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And...isn't that title from the Stitched Together Sticker Sheet so fitting...

Thank you so much for stopping by! Here is a process video if you'd like to see how I glued all those tags down...lol

Don't forget to head on over to the H2H Challenge Blog and see what the other DT Members have to share and DON'T FORGET to join us by linking up your own TAG project before the end of June!

Legendary Father's Day/Stay at Home Blog Hop...

We have a couple of SPECIALS this month and a few of my CTMH friends wanted to do a Blog Hop showcasing them: Let's Stay Home and Legendary Father's Day.

If you've come from Gina's Blog, you're on the right track...keep hopping around until you've seen all 11 Consultants' blogs...if you are starting here, WELCOME! If you get lost along the way...never fear, just head on over to Melinda's Blog and she has a complete list so you can pick up where you left off!

Let's take a look at the projects I made...all with gifts for your special guy in mind!

I used the Legendary Father's Day stamp set (there are actually TWO stamp sets for this special) and the Gift Card Box Thin Cut (LOVE this Thin Cut...SO VERSATILE!)...I envision clothing gift cards in here!

Thanks for stopping by! Your next stop is BRANDI...head on over and see what she has to share!

Don't forget that the Legendary Father's Day Special is only available THIS MONTH so head on over and get your stamp sets so you can make that something special for the Father in your life OR you can make a layout documenting that special guy!

Craft with Heart Scrapbooking Subscription / May 2020 / Layout #2...

It's a NEW month for my CRAFT WITH HEART Scrapbooking Subscription BUT I still haven't shared my 2nd layout for May...

Here's a look at the process video...

Don't forget there are THREE Subscription options, making it SUPER AFFORDABLE for any budget and as you can see in my process video...SUPER EASY to put together!

Bring Back my Pack Brushed - June 30th Event...

The Bring Back My Pack—Brushed special is live, and we want to remind you of the great deals you can get on this exclusive paper collection! With an updated color scheme, a new sticker sheet, coordinating cardstock, and two exclusive stamp sets from the past, the Brushed paper collection is an ideal addition to any project! For even more creative options, we’re offering the Brushed Product Bundle (CC6204) at a 20% discount!

The Brushed collection will be available through July 31, but only while supplies last! 
 
In conjunction with the Brushed special, we want to invite you to join us for another FREE crafting event on June 30 at 2:00 pm MDT on the Corporate Facebook page. We will be creating one single-page layout, three 2-page layouts, and 8 cards using our exclusive Brushed collection! The exclusive products you’ll need to craft along with us are all available in the Brushed Bundle (CC6204). This bundle includes the 2 fabulous stamp sets that we’ve brought back for the Bring Back My Pack—Brushed special. If you already own the stamp sets, you can simply order the Brushed Paper Packet + Sticker Sheet (CC6202) and the Brushed Coordinated Cardstock (CC6203).
 
You will need the following additional supplies to fully complete the projects we’ll be making at the Brushed virtual event:
 

• 5 sheets of White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
• Archival Black Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad (Z3271)
• Green Apple Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad (Z6513)
• Lagoon Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad (Z2895)
• Smoothie Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad (Z2896)
• Clear Sparkles (Z3274)
• Thin 3-D Foam Tape (Z2060)
• 1" x 1" My Acrylix® Block (Y1000)
• 1" x 3½" My Acrylix® Block (Y1002)
• 2" x 2" My Acrylix® Block (Y1003)
• 3" x 3" My Acrylix® Block (Y1006)
• 2" x 3½" My Acrylix® Block (Y1009)
• 8 White Cards & Envelopes (X254)
• Black Journaling Pen (.01) (Z3515)
• Scissors
• Paper Trimmer
• Adhesive of Choice
• Ruler
• Sticky Notes

Feel free to shop my website for any of the above, if you don't have them in your stash!

DON'T FORGET to head on over to the Event...SELECT GOING...and you'll be entered into the drawings for PRIZES. If you do NOT select "going" you will NOT have your name in the drawings. You do NOT have to be online to WIN, if your name is chosen! How GREAT and EASY is that!?!?!

Garden Tags SOTM Blog Hop...

Welcome to the GLORIOUS month of June!!! I know it may seem, to some of you, that June won't be any different but I beg to differ. NO MORE homework and hopefully more days in the SUN, even if it is in our own backyards.

I am celebrating a brand new month with 21 other CTMH Consultants to bring you artwork featuring this month's SOTM, Garden Tags.

If you've come from Becca's Blog, you're on the right track...keep hopping around until you get back to where you started. If you're starting here, WELCOME! If you get lost along the way, you can always head on over to Melinda's Blog and see a complete list!

I made a card using a masking technique to get a repetitive image across the bottom of my card. I then used Watercolor Pencils and my Clear Shimmer Brush to color them in and then used a Peach Shimmer Brush to add some paint splatters...

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I finished it off by using the Tags and Tabs Thin Cuts and adding 3D Foam Tape to pop it off the card. The twine I used is retired and from my stash (it's a BIG stash...hehehehe)...

Remember...SOTMs are only available during the month and you can purchase it for as little as $5 with a qualifying order! Head on over to my website to SHOP and DON'T FORGET to add the SOTM to your cart before checking out!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you'll continue the hop by heading on over to Krista's Blog and see what she has to share! Don't forget to visit ALL the blogs and leave love along the way!