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

Happy Spring

I whipped up this cute little card tonight for a sketch challenge/contest, using one of my new favorite Close To My Heart sets from the fabulous new Spring Idea Book!

You can enter for a chance to win TOO if you go to Erin's Blog and check out the details!!! Basically you choose one sketch and get creative from there! I chose this cute sketch and turned it on it's side........




All supplies are CTMH - Caboodle paper pack (x7121B), Springtime (D1415), cocoa cardstock & ink.........