Holiday Thanks!

As the Christmas decorations come down and we begin thinking of our plans (and perhaps resolutions) for 2011, I hope each of you had a very Merry Christmas filled with family, friends and memories to cherish.

Over the past couple days, my kiddos have been working on a task they honestly don't enjoy, but one I feel is important...writing thank you notes for the gifts they received this Christmas. I will admit, I am not as good at it as I would like to be, but I TRY to set an example for my children by sending thank you notes myself throughout the year.

If you've ever wondered what you could do with the rest of that holiday themed paper packet after scrapbooking your holiday photos or making your Christmas cards, then take a look at the cards I have to share today and pull out that leftover paper!

These two cards were both featured in my All-You-Can Create Holiday Card Workshop. By simply changing or adding a sentiment I have turned two pretty holiday cards into two great Thank You cards!

Be sure to come back on January 1st for the Stamp of the Month Blog Hop and more info on our amazing deals in January!

Meet Me Under the Mistletoe...

Okay...just meet me at one of my scrapbooking or card-making workshops this month! All workshops will feature our new holiday-themed My Reflections Kit, Mistletoe.

Scrapbook Nights:

Monday, December 6th @ 7pm (space is VERY limited)

Tuesday, December 21st @ 6:30pm

Choose your workshop kit from the options below:

Option #1--BEST $29.95

G1014 Basic Kit Retail Value- $32.85/You Pay- $29.95 includes…

o My Acrylix All the Best Stamp Set

o Mistletoe Level 2 Paper Pack

o Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment (flowers & ornaments)

o Workshop Brochure

Option #2- BETTER $18.90*

¡ X7130B Mistletoe Level 2 Paper Packet

¡ Z1330 Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment

¡ Workshop Brochure

*When choosing this option, please add to your order to reach $25 minimum

Option #3- BASIC $12.45*

¡ ½ of X7130B Mistletoe Level 2 Paper Packet

¡ Z1330 Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment

¡ Workshop Brochure

*When choosing this option, please add to your order to reach $25 minimum

Card Night: Monday, December 13th @ 6:30pm (space is limited)

We'll make 3 fun cards using the Mistletoe papers (think holiday thank you cards!). Your projects are FREE with a $25 order placed the night of the workshop!

Call or email me to RSVP today!

December Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

Where, oh where did November go? For that matter, where oh where has 2010 gone?!?! I can hardly believe this is our LAST blog hop of 2010 - our next hop will ring in 2011! Wow!

If you've arrived here from Toni's blog, you're on the right track. If this is your first stop, I hope you'll follow the links at the bottom of each post and hop through this months amazing blogs! As usual, we have many CTMH consultants waiting to share their creations with YOU! If you get lost along the way, or find links not working, you can find a complete list of "hoppers" at Helen's blog.

This month we are thinking ahead towards Valentine's Day and all those we hold near and dear with this gorgeous set called Amore!

My card is a 6"x6" card from the Originals Card Confidence Program. I used the simple and not-so-Christmas-y Bamboo & Cranberry B&T from the Mistletoe kit along with some Cocoa, Cranberry & Bamboo cardstock. Some simple distressing adds interest to the papers and give them a more finished look, don't you think?

I love adding dimension to my projects, and the simplest way to do that is by adhering elements with Foam Tape. This particular card 3 levels. The center Cocoa square is popped up as is the stamped heart.

Don't forget, the Amore set is only available through December 31st. Head on over to my website to see how you can get your set at a GREAT discount - or even FREE!

Now it's time to hop over to Haley Dyer's blog to see what she has to share with us - I'm sure it will be amazing!! Thanks for hopping with us this month, and be sure to check back in a few days for more creative inspiration!

All-You-Can-Create Holiday Card Workshop!

These are just SOME of the fun holiday cards you will create at my new All-You-Can-Create Holiday Card Workshop! I hope you'll join the fun!

What: An unlimited card making session

Date: Saturday, November 13th, 2pm to 4pm

Cost: $15 (pre-paid) for 2 hours of unlimited creative fun!
*Spend $25: 50% savings = $7.50
*Spend $50: 100% savings = FREE

Where: Beth's Home in Camarillo

Bring: Your Basic Tool Kit (preferred adhesive, foam tape/squares, scissors, paper piercer, etc.)

RSVP: Yes! This is limited to 8 spots per session. Pre-payment is required to hold your spot. Email me at beth@MyCTMH.com and I will send you a PayPal invoice for payment.

**FAQs**

How many projects will I get to create?
There are 10 projects to select from. You may create as many projects as the time allows based on your personal crafting speed. Please note that all supplies will be collected at the end of the two hours, so you'll want to arrive on time.

How do the discounts work?
Pre-payment is required to hold your spot. Class discounts will be applied to your order at the end of class. Example when you submit a $25 order at class (saving you 50% on the class fee), $7.50 will be subtracted off the final.

Do you do traveling "All You Can Create" classes?
Yes, I do! They are a great way to get your friends together and create PLUS earn Hostess Rewards. If you are interested in scheduling your own, please email me at beth@MyCTMH.com

Will regular attendees qualify for Hostess Rewards?
Yes! All attendees will be eligible for Hostess Rewards.

RSVPs and pre-payments MUST be received no later than Monday, November 8th!

Sharing the Magic...October Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Another month has flown by and it's time to get hoppin' again...Blog Hoppin. that is! Welcome to the October Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! If you've arrived from the amazing Michelle Nist's blog, you're on the right track. If this is your first stop, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, get cozy and get ready to be inspired! This month we have over 70 talented CTMH consultants participating, so there will be no shortage of creativity.

If the October Stamp of the Month doesn't get you into the holiday spirit, I don't know what will. This sweet, whimsical set of 12 stamps is here just in time for your holiday cards, tags and gifts - and is filled with plenty of magic.

My card was inspired by the super-creative Aaron Brown - I simply adored what she had done to embellish the Christmas tree, so I had to borrow the idea! To create the tree, I stamped the image on Colonial White cardstock (using New England Ivy ink). I immediately ran over the entire stamped image with a blending pen to color in the tree. After cutting out the tree, I added the velvet ribbon (found in the Cherry-O Creative Basics) and finished off with a few gold brads! The paper and ribbon on the card are both from the Mistletoe Creative Basics.

Don't forget, the Sharing the Magic stamp set is only available through October. Head over to my CTMH website to order your set beginning October 1st. As always, the Stamp of the Month set is $22.95, or you can earn it at a great discount - or even FREE! And be sure to check back here often as I have even more fun artwork using the Sharing the Magic set to share!

Time to get hoppin' to the next stop! I can't wait to see what Kim O'Rear has to share this month - check it out HERE!!

Happy Hopping!