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Saturday, November 21, 2015

Everything ABC's blog hop - letter X

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop
 
For this hop we will be featuring the letter "X".  This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment.  Whatever the crafter has chosen as their "X" element will be featured in their post.  
you are on the right track.  Linda Norman of Scrappy Therapy has the entire hop list in case you get lost. 
Sp VERY sorry for the mix-up. I've had some distractions and somehow lost an entire week - way too busy!!  I'm going to make this money card and get it posted tonight. 11/21/15

Some time ago, I stumbled on a You Tube video by Stephanie Davis  how to make a Polariod Money Card.  I love the idea and have been wanting to do this card and just discovered the cricut cuts just happens to be the letter X of the Artistry Cricut Cartridge pg. 32.

Here is Stephanie's blog post for the money card.  She also shares her Design Space file (free).

Here's another Polariod card tutorial that I'm pinning.  This one's a Polariod Shaker Card by Pam Watson of Stellar Crafts by Pam


The next stop on the Everything ABC's Blog Hop 

  Be sure to leave comments. We really do read them all. 
I hope you enjoy the inspiration!  

Sunday, November 15, 2015

Get Back to the Fundamentals - Technique Blog Hop

Welcome to our Get Back to the Fundamentals - Technique Blog Hop!  For this blog hop we are featuring the CTMH amazing color coordinated Fundamental paper packs, stickers and assortments.  If you came here from 
you are on the right path! The blog hop is a complete circle, so you can start here and work your way all around.  If you get lost along the way, Melissa has the list of participants at the end of her blog.
This month we have 11 Close To My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using the Fundamental papers and assortments  and other great CTMH products.  This is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Here we go!


For my Fundamental Project, I like to show both sides of the papers so decided to create the Double Z fold card. 


I also have two other posts that show the Fundamental Papers, stickers and Assortments.

Now "Hop" on over to Priscilla Gotham's blog to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other fun projects!  Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to see how you can get these versatile papers, stickers, and accessories!

Saturday, November 7, 2015

Everything ABC's blog hop - letter W

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop
 
For this hop we will be featuring the letter "W".  This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment.  Whatever the crafter has chosen as their "W" element will be featured in their post.  
If you came from  Catherine Nowak of CatScrapbooking 
you are on the right track.  Lauren Moore of CTMH Craftings has the entire hop list in case you get lost. 
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Since I'm drawing a blank and need something really FAST! I thought of the One Sheet WONDER 8 Pocket Mini Album.  It actually makes a W when it's cut before gluing

" Why? do I need something fast? 
The What -- It's the CTMH Album Retreat!  
Where?  Salt Lake City.  
Who will be there?  
Your's truly with so many CTMH friends! 
When? Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.  
This is why I love being a CTMH consultant, 
it just doesn't get any better.
The album isn't only a Wonder... When it's cut correctly it makes a "W"
It's scored at 3,6, & 9, turn and scored again at 3,6, & 9. So you have horizontal and vertical scores creating a three inch grid.
Cut on the left top on the 3 inch score line towards the bottom up to the 3 inch score, the middle cut is up the paper on the 6 inch score line to the 9 inch score and the right side cut was cut down the 9 inch score line up to the 3 inch score line.
This album would make a great "new baby brag book".
I'm having trouble posting photos that look ok on my desktop and when I upload them they flip up-side down.  Any one have that problem?  

To embellish the inside, I used Picture My Life Cards, and some Fundamental Assortment (Peacock).





Traci's web site also has picture instructions.  However, I discovered they have an error that she points out in the video.  It's easiest to follow the video though it's lengthy.  I actually like Naomi Smith's One page Wonder better and will look for a link.

The next stop on the Everything ABC's Blog Hop 
  Be sure to leave comments. We really do read them all. 
I hope you enjoy the inspiration!  

Friday, November 6, 2015

Simply Fundamental Blog Hop

Welcome to our Simply Fundamental Blog Hop!  For this blog hop we are featuring the CTMH amazing color coordinated Fundamental paper packs, stickers and assortments.  If you have come here from 
Jennifer Dykstra's Blog, 
you are on the right path! The blog hop is a great big circle, so you can start here and work your way all around.  If you get lost along the way, you’ll find the complete list of participating consultants on Melinda’s Blog:  http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html.
This month we have 27 Close To My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using the Fundamental papers and assortments  and other great CTMH products.  This is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Here we go!

For my Fundamental Project, I decided to use the Fundamental papers for my roomie gifts at the CTMH Album Retreat.  The treat box is made with a full 12 X 12 paper, using the Adventure colors, Lagoon, Gypsy, and Hollyhock.  The topper is the reverse side, cut at 6 X 4, folded in half and the two long edges scalloped using a corner rounder.  The flowers are made from 3 or 4 unevenly cut "circles" cut into different sizes. Each "circle" is spritzed with water and wrinkled into a "spit-wad", opened and finger shaped into petals.  The center fo the flower is a small gold glitter dot from the Fundamental Assortment Gold.  After the treat bag is filled, it is tied shut with Whisper Thick Twine.









Now "Hop" on over to Jessica Hill's Blog to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other fun projects!  Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to see how you can get these versatile papers and accessories!

Sunday, November 1, 2015

November SOTM Blog Hop Cheers

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

We will be featuring November's SOTM
which is Cheers, 2016! a set of 17 stamps.


If you have come here from Michele Rowley you are on the right path! The blog hop is a great big circle, so you can start here and work your way all around.  If you get lost along the way, you’ll find the complete list of participating consultants on Melinda’s Blog:  http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html.
This month we have approximately 37 Close To My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using the November SOTM and other great CTMH products on their blogs. This is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Here we go!  

Urban with Cheers, 2016!






Details coming when I get my computer fixed.


Now "Hop" on over to Dana Kessler to see her work! Be sure to visit all the consultants at their blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other creative inspiration! Comments are appreciated to encourage our creative endeavors.  We really do read them.

 Remember, the November SOTM is only available until November 30!  Contact your CTMH consultant (or click here) to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount! Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.