April SOTM Blog Hop - You Are...

Welcome to the Close to my Heart April Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. You may have found your way here from Helen Onulak's Blog.

The SOTM is "You Are..." and is a very fun set of 15 stamps. I created a circle card using cardstock and inks in Barn Red, Outdoor Denim and Bamboo. The star embellishments are from the Milepost Shapes set.



The hop continues at Debra Van Patten's Blog. Have fun and happy stamping. Georgia

November Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Hi and welcome to the CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. We may have found your way here from Teresa Scrivens Blog This month we have a set of 44 stamps called Cherish the Day.

I have a circle card to share featuring the paper and colors fro mthe Dreamin' Level 2 kit. I just can't stop making thiese circle cards!

The hop continues on at Judy Burger's Blog. Have fun and Happy Stamping!

Stamp of the Month Blog Hop - October

It is time for the next SOTM blog hop and October brings the Holiday Magic. You may have found your way here from Wanda Riley's blog. This is a beautiful set of 18 festive stamps.

I have several fun circle cards to share this month. Each card has its own special splash of BLING! My first card uses the following supplies: Papers: Believe; Inks: Cranberry, Holiday Red and Heavenly Blue; Cardstock: Desert Sand, Heavenly Blue, and White Daisy; Embelishments: Designer Ribbon-Red Collection, Red/Pink/Purple Assortment of Sparkles, Bling Assortment and Cranberry Waxy Flax.

The second card uses the following supplies: Papers: Wonderland; Inks: Spring Iris, Grey Flannel, Grey Wool; Cardstock: Spring Iris, Grey Flannel and White Daisy; Embelishments: Bling Assortment, Sparkles and Crystal Blue Waxy Flax.

Card #3 uses the following supplies: Inks: Olive, Desert Sand and Pacifica; Cardstock: Colonial white and Sunset; Embelished with Milepost Shapes and Bitty Sparkles.

The hop continues on and on so don't miss a stop. Keep the creativity going by visiting Melissa Laverty's Blog. Have fun and Happy Stamping!

August Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Hi Hoppers! Wecome to my leg of the CTMH Stamp of the Month Bloghop. You may have found your way here from Dawn Heuft's blog. This month's set is a 9 piece set called "Wicked". Oh how fun this set is!

My first item this month is a simple card. I LOVE this cute black cat stamp.

Supplies used for all cards include cardstock and inks in Black, Gypsy, Lagoon, Sunset and Pear. Embelishments include white daisy organdy ribbon, ribbons from the black and lagoon mini medley packs and purple sparkles.

Card #2 is a circle card featuring the fun witched hat.

Card #3 is a circle card featuring the cool witch and lots of button accents.

The hop continues with at Jill Lucus blog. Have fun and happy stamping!

Gift Card Card!

This is a fun card that holds a gift card. The base of the card is an envelope. Here is a design using the CTMH Stamp Set Tulip and papers from the Wings paper pack. The shading technique on the tulip is created by applying a light shade of ink to the stamp and then add a darker ink directly to the stamp using a sponge dauber. This example used blush and vinyard berry inks for the flower and sweat leaf and olive for the stem/leaves. Card inside with flap closed: Card inside with flap open:

January SOTM Blog Hop

Welcome to the CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. You may have found your way here from Carla Ironside's blog. The January SOTM is Find Your Style. This set is one of the most beautiful set of stamps ever.

The following cards were all made using the new Wings collection. The embellishments include pearl opaques, black buttons from the mini-medley accents collection and blue & green sparkles.

The hop continues with Shirley Ross Blog. Have Fun!

Winter 2010 New Product Blog Hop

I know you are all anxious to see all the new products in the Winter 2010 Idea book. Welcome to the hop and a sneak peak of this products in action. You may have found your way here from Carla Ironside's blog.

My personal favorite are the new stamp colors. Here is a tag featuring Lagoon, Sky and Pacifica. The paper line is Magnifique and the stamp is from the My Acrylics set, Circle of Love.

Next is a simple card stamped with My Acrylics set Unity and accented with the new colors of Sparkles.

The hop continues at Helen Onulak's blog. Happy Stamping! Georgia

Friendship Card - CTMH Clear Cards!

I like to use both the clear sections and covered sections of the card. For this card, I covered up the bottom half of the card front so that the upper half of the card inside will show through.

Card Front:

Card Inside:

· Notice the stamped image on the card inside is positioned that it shows when the card is also closed.
· A little heart was added under the card front layer. You can’t see this heart on the front but it is a nice little decoration when the card is open.
· The fact that the lower half of the card front is covered, you can add a personal message to the lower half of the card inside.

Card Front (open) and Back:

· Notice the CTMH double sided paper shows through all sides of the card.

July Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

The July Stamp of the Month is "Happy Forever", an adorable set of 9 stamps including fun images and 3 sentiments. You may have arrived here from Lori Brown's blog. I have two cards to share this month. Welcome and enjoy the blog hop.

The hop continues at Shannon Buck's blog. Have fun hopping and happy stamping! Georgia

June Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

June's Stamp of the Month is a must have for creating masculine Layouts, Cards and Tags. It is called "Wonderful Friend" and consists of 9 acrylic stamps. You may have found your way here from Pamela O'Connor's Blog.


I have 2 cards and a tag to share this month. The distressed look of this set is perfect for a stressed out gal like me - lol.

The next stop along the hop is Caren Goldstein's Blog. If you get "lost" or want an alternative way to hop around - here is the complete list of participants:

Kathleen Androlewicz http://bowlofstamps.blogspot.com/
Helen Onulak http://hookedonstamping.com/
Sheila Bennett http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/
Shannon Buck http://stampinbuds.blogspot.com/
Kim O'Rear http://kimorear.blogspot.com/
Nancy Brown http://creativelyartsygallery.blogspot.com/
Alison Mullen http://stickygirlstamps.com/
Latisha Haag http://domestichomefrontcoordinator.blogspot.com/
Laurie Newton http://scrapsfromthebeach.blogspot.com/
Jody Gustafson http://cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/
Annette Green http://annettescreativejourney.blogspot.com/
Chris Shouse http://houseostamps.wordpress.com/
Michelle Loncar http://michelleloncar.blogspot.com/
Susan Brooks http://stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/
Angela Tutton http://tuttonstreasures.blogspot.com/
Melissa Laverty http://fancymelissa.com/
Wanda Riley http://creatingwithwanda.blogspot.com/
Sylvia Jacquot http://stampinsylvia.blogspot.com/
Sarita Schraeder http://blessedscrapper.com/
Pamela O'Connor http://cherishyourmemories.blogspot.com/
Georgia Hauglid http://inkygeorgia.blogspot.com/
Caren Goldstein http://scrappycaren.blogspot.com/

Antoinette Herrin http://godblessyourart.blogspot.com/
Cindy Leek http://paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/
Kimberly Smith http://verykimberry.blogspot.com/
Krista Ritskes http://kristaritskes-simplycreating.blogspot.com/
Teri Baxter http://themidnightartist.blogspot.com/
Beth Naumann http://bethscreativeblock.blogspot.com/
Judy Burger http://makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/
Dawn Heuft http://stamptildawn.blogspot.com/
Lori Leng http://pinkcloudscrappers.blogspot.com/
Lori Brown http://savingmine.blogspot.com/
Adeline Brill http://adeline-brill.blogspot.com/
Dawn Ross http://iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/
Katy Donaldson http://scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/
Jamia Bankhead http://papermadnessinc.blogspot.com/
Misty Jackson http://misstscraps.blogspot.com/
Haley Dyer http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Lori Miller http://clearlyfromtheheart.blogspot.com/
Terrie Dodd http://my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/
Carol Horton http://carol-scrappininparadise.blogspot.com/
Tammy Lea Pinchard http://mycreativeclubhouse.blogspot.com/
Amy Edwards http://paisleysplayhouse.blogspot.com/
Debra Van Patten http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/
Carla Ironside http://carlacreates.blogspot.com/
Jen Patrick http://roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/
Mary Eisen http://mestamp2.blogspot.com/
Kristie Herdener http://goofyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Melissa Burch http://melissaburch.blogspot.com/
Traci Godbee http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/
Danielle Chapman http://cupcake-stamper.blogspot.com/
Barbra Otten http://barbraotten.blogspot.com/
Jenifer Benner http://jensmessystudio.com/
Laurie Levnik http://creationsbylaurie.blogspot.com/
Carol Loftus http://carolloftus.blogspot.com/
Brae Montgomery http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com/
Kami Welter http://scrappin4memories.blogspot.com/
Shirley Ross http://momnmescrap.blogspot.com/
Jen Rubio http://jenrubio.blogspot.com/
Deb Young http://scrapbookczar.blogspot.com/
Wendy Fording http://papercreationsbywendy.blogspot.com/
Melinda Everitt http://ifyoublingittheywillcome.blogspot.com/
Andrea Ewen http://ewenstyle.com/
Shannon Pelletier http://mycolorfulworldinvt.blogspot.com/
Janelle Jaksitz http://jaksscraps.blogspot.com/

Happy Stamping!!! Georgia

New Product Blog Hop!

You have found your way to the Close to My Heart consultant blog hop featuring a variety of the new products that can be found in the Summer 2010 idea book. You may have landed here from Jennifer's blog.

For my project, I selected the Clear Cards. These cards are a nice weight and so much fun to work with.

I cut patterned paper (Topstitch Paper Packet) to fit the inside of the card and stamped "happy birthday" (stamp from Candlelight set). I used a fine line of liquid glass around the entire edge of the paper. Next, I took a strip of paper and adhered it to the card front. Using a sponge brush and acrylic paint, I edged the entire card with a thin line of paint. I added some ribbons by punching several holes through the card top and added a soft suede pinwheel embelishment.

Now, the hop continues over at Antoinette's Blog. Have fun and happy stamping!

Popup Gift Card

While out surfing the web, I came across the cutest idea for a popup gift card. You can see a full tutorial on Jane Matsumoto's Blog.

Here is an image of my finished card front:

And the inside....your gift card fits right into that little slot.

March Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

Welcome to the CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! You may have come here from Danielle’s blog.

This Month's set is "A Little Everything". It is a fun set of 26 stamps that covers lots of holidays and celebrations. It is a must have set for the avid cardmaker!

My Card #1 is made using "Originals" card sketch First Impression. Papers are Bella and the stamp set in addition to the SOTM is Endless Friendship.

My Card #2 is made using "Originals" card sketch Greeting Pouch. Papers are You Rock and stamp set used in addition to the SOTM is Star Power.

My Card #3 is made using my favorite simple card design. When you find a design that makes the process easy for you - stick to it! Papers are Blue Ribbon and stamp sets in addition to the SOTM are Whimsical Wings and Star Power.

My Card #4 is made using "Originals" card sketch County Door. Papers are Tinkerin. This is my SUPER SIMPLE card this month.

The next stop for the Blog Hop is Brenda’s blog. Have Fun!

Star Power - My Favorite Stamp Set

Okay, I admit I can't have only one favorite but this set makes the top of the list. Here are a few quick and easy cards. No patterned paper here - the stamps do all the work.

Star Power Valentine

This is another quick and easy card. Stamp sets used: Star Power and Ms. Sweetheart.

I outlined the wings and added dots with the "At you Spica" pens.

February Stamp of The Month Blog Hop!

Welcome to the CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! You may have come here from Carol Horton's blog.

This Month's set is "Piece of Cake". It is a fun set of 10 stamps. I can't seem to put it down.

My first card uses the Caboodle Level 2 Paper Pack, Sorbet Ric Rac and mini brads in black. The image is stamped in black archival ink and colored with watercolor pencils and a blending pen. The little flowers (in the corner and on the top of the lower cake layer) are cut out from other cake images in the set.

My second card uses the More to Adore Level 2 Paper Pack and Stickeze, Craft Buttons, Waxy Flax, and Colonial White Ribbon. The image is stamped in Chocolate ink and colored with watercolor pencils and a blending pen.

My third card is the super quick and easy design. I picked three colors (Olive, Sorbet and Twilight), stamped the ink color onto the coordinating cardstock. I softened the lines of the images using a blender pen and a little ink. Add a stamped phrase and a little embelishment and that is one easy and adorable card!

The next stop for the Blog Hop is Michelle Loncar's Blog. Have Fun!

So Lucky to Have You

Another card made using new items from the 2010 Spring idea book. The stamp set is "So Lucky" and the papers are from the Caboodle level 2 paper pack.