Tweet, Tweet...It's Blog Hop Time!

After a few months off due to our recent move, I'm so excited to be back on the Blog Hop once again!

If you've come from Kathleen's Bowl of Stamps, you are on the right track. Simply follow the links at the bottom of each blog hop post and before you know it, you'll be filled with inspiration and ready to get creating!

The June Stamp of  the Month, "Life is Tweet" is super cute and one set you will definitely want to add to your collection.

I opted to pair this fun set with my favorite paper packet in the Spring/Summer Idea Book...Stella! I found this fast and easy card design on Pinterest and knew it would be perfect for the "tweet, wonderful you" sentiment. They don't show up too well in the photo, but I also added a few Bitty Sparkles to the centers of the flowers on the sentiment piece.

I couldn't resist adding one of the little birdies, so I gave this guy a home on the inside of my card - a fun little surprise for the recipient!

Time to hop along...be sure to check out the amazing treasure Angela has created at Tutton's Treasures!

I'm BACK...Time to Get Footloose!

Whew...!! As most of you know, just over two months ago we moved to a new home and my workshop schedule was put on hiatus! I will share pictures of the creation of my new Studio in a couple days, but I simply can't wait to invite you to my first workshop in this fun new space! See all the details below and make plans to get a little Footloose and fancy free!

Footloose Scrapbook Night

Join us as we use the fresh, new Footloose paper packet to create this fun summertime layout perfect for pictures from the beach, the lake, the pool or even just a romp through the sprinklers!

Date: Monday, June 11th (an 2nd date will be added if this one fills before May 25th)
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Cost: Choose your kit from the two options below (tax and shipping/handling not included)

BEST Kit: $29.95 (valued at $32.83)
Footloose Paper Packet 
My Acrylix® Footloose Workshop Stamp Set (C-size) 
White Daisy Cardstock Sheets (2) 
Wooden Badge Buttons 
Instructional Guide 
Featured Colors: Bamboo, Sweet Leaf, Creme Brulee, Lagoon
See the full kit HERE



BASIC Kit: $18.90
Footloose Paper Packet 
White Daisy Cardstock Sheets (2) 
Wooden Badge Buttons 
Instructional Guide 
Featured Colors: Bamboo, Sweet Leaf, Creme Brulee, Lagoon


RSVP and payment must be received no later than May 31st to allow time to order and receive your kits!

Don't forget about our two great add-ons this month...Dotty for You and the Stamp of the Month, Friendship Bouquet!

The Dotty for You paper packet has 24 sheets (2 each of 12 different designs) of oh-so-cute papers with trendy colors and patterns. Each pattern has an adorable dot print on the reverse side! You can add the Dotty for You paper packet to your order for just $5 when you place a $35 order.

The May Stamp of the Month set, Friendship Bouquet is perfect for celebrating all those special friendships in your life! Only available through May 31st, Friendship Bouquet is $17.95 or add it to a $50 order for just $5.

And the WINNER is...

Thanks to each of you who left comments last week for a chance to win a Studio J 5-pack! I visited Random.org this morning to get help selecting a winner.

And the winner is....

#1...Karen, who said:

Apr 10, 2012 10:29 AM

I hope it's my lucky day! I love Studio J!!

Congrats, Karen! Watch your email for for details on how to redeem your Studio J 5-pack!

I'd love to show you why Karen loves Studio J so much! Contact me today to schedule a FREE personal Studio J consultation - we'll use your photos to create a gorgeous 2-page layout in about 30 minutes.

Studio J Give-Away!!

Well, I'm slowly getting back into the blogging mode after our move! We are pretty well settled...all with the exception of my new Studio which is a work in progress. New floors are in and new cabinets are not far behind. Stay tuned for more information on my workshop schedule resuming!

Last week one of the creative blogs I follow on Facebook, The Crafting Chicks was offering a Studio J giveaway. I never win online giveaways, so I was quite surprised to see an email in my inbox yesterday telling I had WON!! WooHoo! To celebrate, I have decided to turn around and give away my Studio 5-Pack prize to one of you, my wonderful customers and friends!

To enter to win, simply leave me a comment right here under this blog post or on my Facebook page. In your comment, tell me how you would use your Studio J 5-pack...that's FIVE gorgeous 2-page layouts that you can create in Studio J! What would you create?

For additional entries, you may do either of the following:

Become a Fan of my Facebook Page

Become a Fan of Studio J's Facebook Page

Contest runs through Sunday, April 15th, and the winner will be selected via random.org and notified via email on Monday, April 16th. Fellow consultants are welcome to leave their comments, share their ideas and become a fan of my Facebook page, but the contest is open to non-CTMH consultants only. Thanks for understanding!

If you've never checked out Studio J, take a look HERE! It really is scrapbooking faster, simpler and easier!

Speaking of Studio J...I have to say it definitely came to my creative rescue this week. Since my Studio is not ready yet, ALL of my scrapbooking and stamping supplies are still packed away in boxes - as they have been for over a month. With the move, it has been over two months since I've really had any creative time. Last week, I was getting that itch to create again, but really didn't want to pull out my supplies from the many boxes and make a mess somewhere else in the house. I just tried to ignore that itch - until I realized I could STILL create, mess-free right on my computer. I created 3 layouts of my sweet Brownie troop in Studio J yesterday. I'll be sure to share them when I get a few more done and get them ordered.

Okay...time to give away a Studio J 5-Pack, so one of YOU can get creative anywhere, anytime! Good luck!

A couple additional notes (added 4/12/12): If you leave a comment below, be sure to leave your name and/or email address, so I can contact you should you be the lucky winner! I might not know who "Anonymous" is! If you become a fan of Studio J on Facebook, send me a quick message to let me know.

Get 'Em While They Last

It's that time of year again...time when Close to My Heart begins phasing out retiring products to make room for all the new goodies they will WOW us with at Convention in July!

We recently received word that a few product lines will retire and are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

*Exclusive Inks Markers

*Cardstock Shade Packs

*8 1/2" x 11" Cardstock Packs

*How-To Books

If you've been working on your collection of markers, or if you love the 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock, order them today before they are gone.

If you've been eyeing one or more of our fabulous How-To Books, please know that supplies are VERY limited - some titles are not expected to last through the month! Complete your library while there is still time.

Visit my Close to My Heart website to order before it's too late! While you're there, be sure to check out the While Supplies Last section for some amazing deals on many great, already retired goodies!

Embrace the Philosphy of FUN!

Do you like to share your love of paper crafting with others? Would you like to earn some of your favorite stamping and scrapbooking products at a GREAT discount? Would you love to get the new and exclusive Cricut Art Philosophy Collection FREE?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, then NOW is the time to act!

When you sign up as a New Consultant in March, you'll receive the Cricut Art Philosophy Collection FREE! The collection's retail price of $99 adds incredible value to your New Consultant kit and will give you hours of creative fun with the included Cricut cartridge, 3 exclusive D-sized stamp set and 3 sets of matching Dimensional elements shapes. Already own the Collection? You can give your free gift to a friend, or choose to receive $100 in select product credit instead!

The New Consultant Kit is available for just $99 and includes over $288 in products and business supplies to get your business off to a great start!!

You can also personalize your new kit by purchasing one or more of the following Add-On kits for just $40 each.

Florentine Add-On Collection (over $95 retail value)

Pemberly Add-On Collection (over $94 retail value)

Studio J Add-On Collection-3 month Studio J membership and 5 Studio J layouts (approximately $63 retail value)


Are you ready to embrace the Philosophy of FUN?!?!? signing up is quick and easy...just head on over to my Close to My Heart website and get started! I look forward to welcoming YOU to my team!

February SOTM: Thoughtful Tidings

February 1st brings so many new things our way...a new Idea Book with amazing new goodies on each and every page and a brand new Stamp of the Month set!

Welcome to the February Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! If you have arrived here from Susan's blog, you are on the right track. If this is your first stop, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, get cozy and be prepared to be inspired by our talented CTMH consultants! To complete the hop, simply follow the links that will be provided at the end of each post until you return here. If you get lost along the way or find links not working, you can find a complete list of hoppers at Kathleen's blog.

I fell in love with the February Stamp of the Month as soon as I saw it! The bold, graphic sentiments in the Thoughtful Tidings (S1202) are perfect for cards and little gifties, but several of the images can be used beautifully on scrapbook pages too. As an added bonus, over half of the images fit perfectly on shapes you can cut with the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge!

For this card I used the brand new Lucy My Reflections kit...so soft and pretty, Lucy is perfect for those girly-girl projects or anything that needs to scream SPRING is HERE!

I used my handy corner rounder to make the scalloped border pieces. After seeing Baker's Twine EVERYWHERE online lately, I was over the moon to see it in our Idea Book in 2 gorgeous collections perfectly matched to our color palette - LOVE it!

Time to hop along now! Check out my friend fancyMelissa's blog to see what masterpiece she has created to share.

Remember, the Thoughtful Tidings set is only available through February 29th (and extra day this year). It is $17.95 or just $5 with a $50 order. Head over to my CTMH website to order yours today!