Happy 2012

My goal in 2012 is to get my Etsy shop up and running and filled with beautiful handmade cards and note card sets.   I will also be able to accommodate most custom orders.

2011 Christmas Card Workshop

I will be hosting a Christmas Card Workshop again this year.  Yeah! 

Details:

We will make 10 cards. Everything will be pre-cut and ready for assembly. Some stamping will be required.  I am keeping the last two blue cards as a surprise for you!

$30
$28 if you pre-pay by November 29th.
$25 if you pre-pay by November 22nd.

Class dates:

Sunday December 4th at 11am

Friday December 9th at 6pm

R.S.V.P to andesjardins02@gmail.com or call (315) 788-0980

This class is good for both beginners and advanced card makers.

All you need to bring is double sided tape. I will provide everything else.

****** Card kits are available - everything will be stamped and inked and ready for assembly. $30 per kit - additional kits are $25 each. Shipping is $5. ************

Class space is limited to 10 people each.  Classes will be held in my home in Glen Park. 

Here are some samples of cards you will make at the workshop.  Not all cards are shown and some cards may vary slightly (I will give you options for sentiments on some cards).

Elegant Friendship Card

I don't know what is going on with me lately but I am so into gray! We are (ok, so mostly I since I started the demolition pretty much without warning) in the midst of renovating our upstairs bathroom - it is currently studs and floorboards but in my mind, I already see the final product. It's got warm gray walls with faux white wainscoting on the bottom and a porcelain tile in the shower that resembles Carrara marble with a bit of black/white/gray/blue glass tile in the mix and a gorgeous pedestal sink sitting atop ceramic tiles that resemble mahogany hardwood. Isn't it gorgeous? :) I can't wait to finish but first - there is one stupid thing standing in my way.....the plumbing.....I can do the rest of the work but I fear the plumbing and we have an old, nasty radiator right next to the toilet that has to be removed by a professional - now if only I could find a willing professional :)

I digress........I made this gorgeous card for a swap - as well as the Gray is the New Black Challenge in the Moxie Fab World I'm so in love with the combo of the gray and brown.....reminds me of my future bathroom.....



I definitely plan on changing out the sentiment in the future and using this as a sympathy card - wouldn't it be fabulous?

All supplies are Close To My Heart - the stamp set is the February Stamp of the Month - I can't wait for next month so everyone can get their hands on this beauty :)

Altered Kitchen Set

This was my silent auction donation for CTMH's convention. I was so honored to be one of the 30ish consultants who were asked to donate an item for the Operation Smile silent auction.

I covered a rolling pin and then used one of our 3-ring albums and some flip flaps to make the recipe book. I also used our embroidery floss and some tulip buttons to hand stitch the hand towel...........the dry erase board is just a photo frame........I had a hard time parting with this set - I may have to make another one for myself! :)

Veranda Accordion Album

This is one of the classes at the upcoming Miracle Crop on May 22nd. Cost is $19 and all the materials will be pre-cut so you can assemble this in an hour or less.

























This album was inspired by Karen Pedersen. I loved her book but I knew it would be too costly and take too long to do at the Miracle Crop so I scaled it down, adjusted it some and viola........another gorgeous creation!

Scrap my scraps challenge.....

The fabulous Erin Grotegut issued a challenge on her blog and invited 6 ladies to make whatever they wanted with some of her 'scraps'. I was quite lucky to be chosen to participate and anxiously awaited the mailman for days.........finally he came and I was hit smack dab in the face with pepto-pink papers with purses AND presents on them........Wow - that certainly is a challenge to incorporate all 6 pieces of paper into one project.......but I did it! It was SO much fun and I made my very first circle card........like first ever............I never make circle cards - but this was so simple!

I was even able to make 2 cards using some of each of the 6 pieces of scrap paper........and then 2 more cards with the scraps from the scraps........talk about being green! LOL

6x6 Accordion Album for my Mom

I created this cute little album for my Mom to display her photos at work. She had them all haphazardly on her hutch but I wanted them to look pretty. This was such a simple project to create - and the best part - I made it mostly from scraps!

Want to make your own? You can purchase all of the main supplies right from my website!

Accordion Album (I used 6x6 but it also comes in 9x9 size)
Bella level 2 paper pack and Stickease
Just Blooms - these can be colored with your Exclusive Inks (I used cocoa for my edge distressing)
Twinkle Brads
Spring Blossom Mini-Medley Assortment
Miscellaneous: Cricuit Storybook Cartridge, ribbon & Martha Stewart Punch, tissue paper

CTMH stamps are CLEARLY the BEST!

Close To My Heart is having a contest for the best video promoting My Acrylix stamps

We all know My Acrylix® stamps are the best, so let’s shout it out to the world!

They wanted to see some short, informative videos posted on YouTube that demonstrate why Close To My Heart stamps are “Clearly the Best.” Videos need to demonstrate the use, care, and unique features of My Acrylix® stamps, demonstrating their industry superiority and leadership.

Here is my entry - PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE share this with everyone you know and make sure to view it lots of times! There is a big prize for the video with the most views on YouTube and I'm already behind since it took me a few days to get the video finished!

Contest Prizes

Awards will be given to winners in two categories: “Clearly the Best” and “Most Views.”

Clearly the Best

Three entries will be chosen as “Clearly the Best,” based on message, creativity, and adherence to contest guidelines. The Consultants who produce these videos will be rewarded with $500 in select product credit.

Most Views

The entrant whose video garners the most YouTube views will win $500 US cash! Number of views determined by YouTube stats as of February 25 at 11:59 p.m. MT. Winning video must adhere to all contest rules and guidelines.

You Rock

These fabulous projects were created using the new CTMH 'You Rock' paper pack. I just love the vibrant colors and you would think that with three boys, I would have used their pictures for the layout but you know what - it works GREAT for girls too!

Keep an eye out - these are some of the projects for my March clubs.........if you'd like to join us, let me know!








Supply list (all products are available from my website or me directly)

The 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)

G1006	You Rock Basic Workshop Kit	$29.95
Z1272	Top Coats™ Rockin'	$4.95
Z1263	Bitty Sparkles	$2.95
Z281	White Hemp	$2.25

E1002	My Acrylix® Rustic Alphabet	$34.95
Z2123	Goldrush Exclusive Inks® Pad	$5.25
Z2140	Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks® Pad	$5.25
Z2150	Sunflower Exclusive Inks® Pad	$5.25
Z1297	Edge Distresser	$2.50
Z1114	Piercing Tool Kit	$5.95
Y1001	1" x 1 1/2" My Acrylix® Block	$4.50
Y1003	2" x 2" My Acrylix® Block	$6.50
Y1005	1" x 6 1/2" My Acrylix® Block	$6.50