tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1411199145219072802024-02-06T21:41:30.098-05:00Scrappy HourWho has all day to preserve their memories? Pour a glass and find an hour, a Scrappy Hour!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-18580548217154794292016-11-05T18:27:00.000-04:002016-11-05T18:27:19.052-04:00Precious Puppy LayoutOkay, so I'm in love. Like big time in love. Like totally consumed, obsessed kind of love.<br />
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With my puppy.<br />
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My husband and I grew up without pets. And, we were fine with that. Actually, we always were grateful we married someone who understood we never wanted pets. The fur! The mess! The responsibility! No, thank you.<br />
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But then Indy. Well, actually Willett. Willett is my neighbor's Havanese and I kind of fell in love with her. And I had to have a baby, I mean, a puppy of my own. So, entered Indy.<br />
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We adopted Indy in February and he has changed our life. For the better. As the journaling above says (hard to read, I know), he's sweet, snuggly and so adorable. :)<br />
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Love this layout? It's from Pattern 8, <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=7393" target="_blank">Make It From Your Heart: Volume 2</a>. CTMH's how-to books are so helpful. Most of the products used above are retired and I am proud of that. I'm trying to use up my stash, you too?<br />
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Indy says, "Woof!" meaning "Thanks for looking!"<br />
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Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-19554580995958159972016-11-01T21:00:00.000-04:002016-11-01T21:00:20.862-04:00November SOTM Blog Hop - New Year's Cheer<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #222222; font-size: 12pt;">Welcome to</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> the November SOTM Blog
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Peacock Cardstock, X5776</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Enchantment Ribbon Pack, Z3288</span></li>
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Consultant<span style="color: #134f5c;"> <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm/2016/1611-new-years-cheer.aspx"><span style="color: #134f5c;">(or click here)</span></a></span> to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount!</span></span></div>
<br />Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-42136632356363435352016-10-27T19:00:00.000-04:002016-11-01T12:35:23.907-04:00Halloween Scrapbooking LayoutLove my little Scrappy Gals. Every Thursday afternoon, I get to spend an hour with 14 of the coolest Second-Fifth grade girls from my sons' elementary school. So, for Halloween week we obviously had to make a layout for their Halloween photos!<br />
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I used the ever so cute Jeepers Creepers paper, the EEK title and monsters cut from the Artistry Cricut Cartridge, Z3167 (p. 43) and the Halloween Greetings Stamp Set, D1605. I added a few googly eyes for fun and the girls LOVED them!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-26658519086701168852016-10-21T12:05:00.000-04:002016-11-01T12:06:14.455-04:00Enchantment School LayoutsClose To My Heart really changed their Annual Inspirations book this year. Instead of having a lot of themed papers, they went with color combinations in our new Fundamentals collections. I love all of the papers, but the <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9364&ci=4850" target="_blank">Enchantment Fundamentals</a> have gorgeous jewel-toned colors and are perfect for my school layouts.<br />
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I used the Cricut Artbooking cartridge to cut out First Day, the apple and the binder paper. I used the retired Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge for the penant banner. The stars were cut using our new Thin Cuts Stars in White Glitter paper and then I used our Shin Han markers to color them. So easy to personalize! I made these layouts with my Scrappy Gals after school program group and they were a big hit!</div>
<br />Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-16033253821766197212016-10-16T21:00:00.000-04:002016-10-16T21:00:00.163-04:00Cricut City Sidewalks Blog HopWelcome to the Cricut City Sidewalks Blog Hop. Thanks for hopping over from <a href="http://mlisrobinson.blogspot.com/2016/10/city-sidewalks-cricut-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><strong>Melissa Robinson's blog</strong></span></a><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>. </strong><span style="font-size: small;">There are 20 consultants participating in the hop, so be sure to visit all of their blogs. If you get lost along the way, you can find a complete list of participating consultants <a href="http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc0000;">here</span></a>.</span></span><br />
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<a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9424&ci=6832" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc0000;">Cricut City Sidewalks Digital Collection</span></a> is Close To My Heart's new mini digital holiday collection. With 30 complete images, including titles, photo frames, borders, card sentiments, card overlays and more, you'll love using this collection to brighten up your holiday creativity.<br />
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Every year our family goes to Washington, D.C. to see the National Christmas Tree and all of the little state and territory trees surrounding it. It's a tradition I've had since I was a little girl going with my parents. Living in Northern Virginia makes access to D.C. convenient and while we don't take advantage of the proximity enough, we do love our visits to see the museums and national monuments. </div>
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How gorgeous is that snowflake background? While it took forever to cut on the Cricut, I love it so so much! It's hard to tell in the photos, but I put white glitter paper under the black snowflake background.</div>
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<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9424" target="_blank">Cricut City Sidewalks Digital Collection</a>, Z4017</li>
<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8545" target="_blank">Cricut Artistry,</a> Z3167</li>
<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9283" target="_blank">City Sidewalks Paper Packet</a>, X7213B</li>
<li>Black Cardstock, 1386</li>
<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9349" target="_blank">White Glitter Paper</a>, Z3237</li>
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Now, hop on over to <a href="http://centralnyscrapper.blogspot.com/2016/10/city-sidewalks-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><strong>Brenda Lapp's blog</strong></span></a> to check out her use of City Sidewalks!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-19819563167166484922016-10-10T12:33:00.000-04:002016-10-10T12:35:33.852-04:00Oh Deer! Christmas LayoutMy obsession with all things Sea Glass continues. I created these layouts as a make and take for a crop I was recently a vendor at. Despite these not being the best photos, I love how they turned out!<br />
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The only difference between these two layouts is that I used the back of the B&T papers for the bottom layout (pine cones v the deer). And, yes, I know it's hard to see the bottom one. But, I wanted you to see the shimmer I applied to the snowflakes with our new <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9403" target="_blank">Shimmer Brush!</a> You can also see the gold embossing on the deer, using the Ranger Princess Gold embossing powder.<br />
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Close To My Heart's how-to books are so helpful when you're looking for a well-balanced layout. I used Three-Part Harmony on p. 44 of the <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=7390" target="_blank">Imagine</a> book. And, that adorable deer comes from the <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9422" target="_blank">Thin Cuts Woodland Wishes Bundle.</a> That Merry Christmas cut out is awesome and comes from the new <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9424" target="_blank">Cricut City Sidewalks Digital Collection</a>.<br />
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I'm never crafting Christmas this early, but I am SO loving it. When do you usually start your Christmas crafts?Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-33774409534608374582016-10-01T21:00:00.000-04:002016-10-01T21:00:08.441-04:00October SOTM Blog Hop - Yuletide Joy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Welcome to the October SOTM Blog Hop, featuring Yuletide Joy, a set of seven holiday themed stamps. You'll see artwork from 37 talented consultants who can't wait to spread some Yuletide Joy with you!<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">How much do you love the color of the year, Sea Glass? I'm using it with everything, but am totally obsessed with the Sea Glass and gold color combo. Pair those up with our <span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9286&ci=6814" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Oh Deer!</span></a> </span>paper and you have a winning combo!</span><br />
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Heat embossing is so fun and really details the intricacy of the star. I love adding a little bling to the inside of my card. It just gives it that extra special touch. CTMH's new Thin Cuts are so easy to use with my Cuttlebug and those stars are going to be on everything I create!</div>
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<li>Oh Deer! Paper Pack, X7214B, $9.95</li>
<li>Ranger Princess Gold, Z2066, $5.95</li>
<li>VersaMark Ink Pad, Z891, $9.95</li>
<li>Craft Heater, Z555, $34.95</li>
<li>Gold Shimmer Trim, Z1985, $4.95</li>
<li>Gold Assortment Sequins, Z2012, $2.95</li>
<li>Gold Glitter Paper, Z3238, $5.95</li>
<li>Cocoa Stamp Pad, Z2814, $7.95</li>
<li>Stars Thin Cuts, Z3261, $14.95</li>
<li>SOTM Yuletide Joy, S1610, $5</li>
<li>Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge</li>
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Make sure you head over to <a href="http://www.stampingrules.com/2016/10/october-sotm-blog-hop.html" target=""><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-size: large;"><b>Wendy Coffman's blog</b></span></a> to see what she's come up with. Get your own Yuletide Joy stamp set for $5 with any qualifying $50 purchase. And, don't forget it's only available until October 31, 2016 from your Independent Consultant or <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm/2016/1610-yuletide-joy.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">here</span></a>.Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-7035283390139819862016-09-15T15:25:00.000-04:002016-10-01T15:28:42.040-04:00Create Kindness<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Okay, so why did I cut apart the stickers and separate everything? Well, CTMH grouped the stickers and various die-cuts in ways that would coordinate as you're designing your layouts. Certainly, you can use them however you want, but they made some great recommendations.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As you can see, I labeled each of the sections with a number (1-12, there are more on the back side!). Then, I labeled a clear plastic bag with the numbers, too. So, the stickers and die-cuts are ready for my layouts!<br />
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Then, I put them all of my smaller organized bags inside the Complements bag. And, guess what? I happened to have an extra <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=3662&ci=5939" target="_blank">My Acrylix Organizer</a> and it fits perfectly! I've added all of my new Complements to the organizer and feel ready for a Scrappy marathon!<br />
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I hope you found this to be a helpful explanation of Close To My Heart's new Complements. BTW, my personal favorite is the <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9377&ci=4861" target="_blank">All Together Complements</a> or maybe, it's the <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9374&ci=4854" target="_blank">Good Life Complements</a>. With the new colors, vellum, gold accents and glitter die-cuts, it's too hard to choose!<br />
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First of all, how gorgeous is that cover? It's a sneak peak into the new <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9395" target="_blank">Cricut Flower Market Collection</a>! And, one of my favorite things CTMH thought of is that you can now purchase it two different ways...by physical cartridge or through an online code (saving you $20!). This brand new Cricut collections features blooms and blossoms for every season of life, two gorgeous fonts and themed shapes perfect for holidays, cardmaking and scrapbooking...a total of 700 images!</div>
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Don't you just love CTMH's themed My Reflections papers? Me, too! But, guess what, they aren't in this catalog. Now, before you go freaking out, don't worry, they'll be plenty of those themed collections in all of our supplemental Holiday and Seasonal Expressions catalogs. So, CTMH instead created three Fundamental Creative Collections and another four Basics Fundamentals Creative Collections. Each of the Fundamental Creative Collections (<a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9365&ci=4849" target="_blank">Whimsy</a>, <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9363&ci=4848" target="_blank">Adventure</a> and <a href="http://michellejonesva.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9364&ci=4850" target="_blank">Enchantment</a>...to coordinate with our exclusive color palette) contain 24 - 12x12 sheets (2 of each 12 double-sided designs). They coordinate beautifully with ribbon and themed Complements that make completing cohesive projects easier than ever. You can use these paper collections to create layouts that coordinate with all of your photos and memory keeping projects!</div>
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I cut a small piece of Colonial White Cardstock and the <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=7668" target="_blank">Dot Embossing Folder</a> to create some texture on the card. The scalloped circles were cut with our <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8676" target="_blank">Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge</a>.<br />
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Now, it's time to check out what the talented <a href="http://www.createwithtraci.com/2016/03/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-sunshine-birdies.html"><span style="color: orange; font-size: large;"><b>Traci Godbee</b></span></a> has to show you! Be sure to visit all the Consultants' blogs to get some great crafting and other fun ideas! Remember, Sunshine Birdies SOTM is only available until March 31st! Contact your CTMH Consultant <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm/2016/1603-sunshine-birdies.aspx" target="_blank">(or click here)</a> to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-45908485328661076872016-02-06T21:00:00.000-05:002016-02-06T21:00:11.990-05:00Share the Love Blog Hop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Welcome to the Share the Love Blog Hop! Thanks for coming from <a href="http://scrapbookingwithkirstenjade.blogspot.com/2016/02/share-love-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Kirsten Jade's blog</b></span>.</span></a><br />
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I have to start by saying how much I love Close To My Heart and the good work the company does. Not only do they provide the best products in the business, but they contribute so much to the world at large. This <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/ctmh/promotions/campaigns/1602-share-the-love.aspx" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Share the Love</span></b></a> promotion includes the swoon-worthy stamp set below with lovable sentiments and adorable icons. More importantly, $7 of each purchase of the Share the Love stamp set will go to <a href="http://www.operationsmile.org/vision/why-we-exist" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">Operation Smile</span></b></a>, an amazing organization that provides surgeries to repair cleft lips and palates for children all over the world. That's a reason to make me smile!<br />
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Inspired by a card created by <a href="http://www.scrappaige.com/" style="color: #cc0000;" target="_blank">Sarah-Paige Gruber</a>, I pulled out my CTMH embossing folders and my Cuttlebug to create the cute card below. </div>
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Please leave me comment and "share the love" then head on over to <span style="color: #cc0000;"><a href="http://njstampingqueen.blogspot.com/2016/02/share-love-blog-hop.html"><b><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Marie Flayer's blog</span></b></a> </span>to see her artwork. Lost? Click <a href="http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html" target="_blank"><b><span style="color: #cc0000;">here</span></b></a> for a complete list of all of the hoppers!</div>
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Welcome to the Balloon Animals Blog Hop! Thanks for hopping over from <span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/2016/02/february-stamp-of-month-balloon-animals.html"><span style="color: lime;">Haley Dyer's</span></a> </span>adorable blog! With 40 consultants sharing their artwork, there's sure to be some inspiration for everyone. If you get lost along the way, check <span style="color: lime;"><a href="http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html"><span style="color: lime;">here</span></a> </span>for the complete list.<br />
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Oh, how I wish my boys were little again! This is such a cute little stamp set. Who doesn't smile when they see balloon animals? Since I'm getting a puppy later this week (EEEK...I'm already in love with him!), I decided to use the dog balloon animal.<br />
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After stamping the dog in Pear Ink on White Daisy Cardstock, I fussy cut him with my <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=7190" target="_blank">Non-stick Micro-tip Scissors</a>. Once you buy these, you'll never need another pair of craft scissors! Okay, maybe you'll want to buy a second pair for those times when you misplace the first pair, like when they're hiding under your pile of scrap paper. So I've heard anyhow.</div>
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It's hard to see in the photo, but I then applied another of my can't-live-without products, <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=1030" target="_blank">Liquid Glass</a>, to the balloon animal. It gives the pup some dimension and shine...just like a real balloon animal! The inside needed another little sentiment, so I trimmed some scrap <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8564" target="_blank">Kaleidoscope paper</a> and added a few shapes cut from the <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8545" target="_blank">Cricut Artristy Cartridge</a>.</div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Artistry Cricut Cartridge, Z3167</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Balloon Animals Stamp Set, S1602</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">White Value Pack Cards & Envelopes, X254</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Kaleidoscope Paper Packet, X7202B</li>
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<li style="text-align: left;">White Daisy Cardstock, 1385</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Sunset Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2105</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Pear Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2197</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Pixie Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2644</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Canary Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2643</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Gypsy Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2190</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Mini Stapler, Z2027</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Thistle Twine, Z3040</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Liquid Glass, Z679</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Non-stick Micro-tip Scissors, Z1836</li>
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Now, head over to see what the talented <span style="color: lime;"><a href="http://createwithalyson.blogspot.com/2016/02/february-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: lime; font-size: large;">Alyson Mayo</span></a> </span>has in store for you!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-73746735255723345842015-12-06T21:00:00.000-05:002015-12-06T21:00:01.959-05:00Stamping Techniques Blog HopWelcome to the CTMH Focus on Stamping Techniques Blog Hop. Thanks for coming from <a href="http://catscrapbooking.com/2015/12/06/focus-on-stamping-techniques/"><span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Catherine Nowak's blog</span></a>.<br />
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We have 22 Independent Consultants participating in today's blog hop. I can't wait to hop through and learn a few new things myself! If you get lost along the way, you can find the entire blog hop list <a href="http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html"><span style="color: #741b47;">here</span></a>.<br />
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Some people are trendsetters and others are late to the party. I'm showing you the Bokeh Effect today. In photography, it's the blurry photo quality that highlights out of focus points of light. If you're a trendsetter, you're going to say, "Oh, Michelle, bokeh is so last year!" But, I think it's a really unique stamping technique that's actually pretty easy to accomplish, but looks impressive.<br />
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To accomplish this effect, first emboss a sentiment on a card with a contrasting powder from the colors you want to ink. I used the Ranger White Super Fine embossing powder. Then, randomly sponge ink over the card (I used Peacock and Pomegranate). Next, cut out circles with using your Cricut Art Philosophy Cartridge in various sizes (see below). Finally, dab White Daisy ink in circles over the card, layering some. </div>
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I attached the card to another piece of White Daisy cardstock and that on a 5" x 7" Peacock cardstock card base. The final touch was adding a few silver sequins.</div>
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<li>Ranger White Super Fine Embossing Powder, Z2068, $5.95</li>
<li>VersaMark Ink Pad Tsukineko, Z891, $9.95</li>
<li>Craft Heater, Z555, $34.95</li>
<li>All Purpose Mat, Z2045, $19.95</li>
<li>White Daisy Cardstock, 1385, $9.50</li>
<li>Peacock Cardstock, X5776, $14.50</li>
<li>White Daisy Pigment Ink Stamp Pad, Z2163, $8.50</li>
<li>Peacock Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2649, $6.95</li>
<li>Pomegranate Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad, Z2653</li>
<li>Sponge, Z697, $1.25</li>
<li>Cricut Art Philosophy Collection, Z3171, $99</li>
<li>Silver Sequins Assortment, Z2013. $2.95</li>
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My card was inspired by <a href="http://ifyoublingit.blogspot.com/p/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-list.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #741b47;">Stampinantics</span></a>.<br />
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Now, head over to <a href="http://jddesigns75.blogspot.com/2015/12/focus-on-stamping-techniques-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;">Jennifer Dykstra's blog</span></a>.Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-75549127027581672482015-12-05T14:59:00.000-05:002015-12-05T14:59:10.731-05:00Cheers LayoutCheers! It's the time of year for celebrating!<br />
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I created this stunning layout for a crop I was a vendor at in October. And, I'm treating my best customers to it this coming week when we meet to to enjoy the season by crafting together.<br />
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Using La Vie En Rose paper, a bit of Paper Fundamentals Glacier paper (from the Whimsy pack) and some cardstock, I was able to create a layout with tons of texture and interest. One of my favorite things about the Fundamentals is that they're embossed on one side. With just a bit of Peacock Ink sponging, that embossed quatrefoil pattern really pops!<br />
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I used the CTMH Cricut Artistry cartridge to cut out the Cheers and Pop Fizz Clink sentiments (p. 50 of the Artistry booklet). Those dots are from the Packages, Bows, & Tags Stamp Set, D1664, which is one of my favorites from the 2015 Annual Inspirations. Gold Glitter Paper, Gold Foil Tape and Gold Bling Gems as accents, and we're done!<br />
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Hope this season brings you lots of moments to Pop, Fizz and Clink!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-83304685529357163552015-10-14T15:02:00.001-04:002015-10-14T15:02:15.852-04:00December DailyRecently, I attended the Close To My Heart Making Connections Event. The night held so many great business ideas, inspirational vignettes, masterful storytelling by Chief Communications Officer, Monica Wihongi, and some fabulous creative time.<br />
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Have you ever created a December Daily project? Recording the days leading up to Christmas is the fun of a December Daily. The goal is to capture the spirit of December one day at a time. The project below was designed by the CTMH Corporate Art Department and was so fun to put together!<br />
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Join me on Monday, November 23<sup>rd</sup> at 9 am and 7 pm. We'll put together all twelve pages (a cover, five two-page layouts and a back) in just a couple of hours. You'll go home ready to add your December photo memories and journaling. Please RSVP by 11/10. Total cost is $36 and includes:<br />
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Please bring: adhesive, foam tape, liquid adhesive and craft scissors.Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-31428382358747953952015-10-01T21:00:00.000-04:002015-10-01T21:00:01.102-04:00October SOTM Blog Hop - TwinkleWelcome to the Twinkle Blog Hop! Thanks for coming from <a href="http://michelleshandmadeworld.blogspot.com/2015/10/october-sotm-blog-hop-twinkle.html">Michelle Battitori's blog</a>.<br />
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This set of 15 stamps is a must have for your holiday collection. And, that star circle border, hand drawn doodle and frame will be useful for lots of cards and layouts. Our blog hop is a big circle of 47 consultants. Enjoy the artwork as you hop around!<br />
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<li>White Pines Paper Packet, X7200B</li>
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<li>Glacier Fundamentals Assortment, Z3102</li>
<li>Glacier Ink, Z2641</li>
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Now head over to <a href="http://somethingtoscrapabout-maureen.blogspot.com/2015/10/sotm-blog-hop-october.html">Maureen OSullivan's blog</a> to see her creativity with Twinkle!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-91353577916066451532015-09-30T09:39:00.001-04:002015-09-30T09:39:48.986-04:00Fall PlateI love making vinyl decorated plates to celebrate the seasons and holidays. I made this one for my lovely mom for her entryway. So quick and simple to do using my Cricut Expression!<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU70mMuvKW-_WWfRzJE2l8ClzHZRFRw5RupeFk5OmKa2Sxg9WwG8AKJO_buzF2q6PgXyeIjRmY_aGDHDQhKSJFSM2BWx_Ejo97lVbFb8jCacEsApHUKFSNZDw11GQpJup6tfkrTrT_UGcs/s640/blogger-image--303870535.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU70mMuvKW-_WWfRzJE2l8ClzHZRFRw5RupeFk5OmKa2Sxg9WwG8AKJO_buzF2q6PgXyeIjRmY_aGDHDQhKSJFSM2BWx_Ejo97lVbFb8jCacEsApHUKFSNZDw11GQpJup6tfkrTrT_UGcs/s640/blogger-image--303870535.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-89403718644359030602015-09-09T11:57:00.000-04:002015-09-09T11:57:12.247-04:00With Deepest Sympathy Card and VideoWhen we need a sympathy card, we often don't have time to run to the store or feel like creating a card when we're sad. I like to keep several sympathy cards on hand for those reasons.<br />
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Here's a quick, but sweet, card you can create using the CTMH Artfully Sent Cricut Cartridge and a few other supplies.<br />
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I made a quick video to show how to use our ShinHan Touch Twin Markers to create the "Monet-like" flowers.</div>
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Black "With Deepest Sympathy" sentiment card cut at 4.25" pressing the Sentiment, Shift, and "T" key. I trimmed it to 4" long and left it at 5.5" wide. I added a piece of 8.5" x 5.5" Hollyhock cardstock, scored down the middle for the card base (sorry, I think I said Sorbet in the video, but it's Hollyhock!).<br />
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Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-63116472961885457522015-08-06T21:00:00.000-04:002015-08-06T21:00:00.550-04:00Cricut Artistry Blog HopIt's time for the latest CTMH Cricut cartridge reveal! Welcome to the Cricut Artistry Blog Hop, where you'll be inspired with all of the amazing projects you can create with the brand new Artistry Collection, exclusively from Close To My Heart!<br />
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Thanks for coming from the talented <a href="http://jenrubio.blogspot.com/2015/08/cricut-artistry-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><strong>Jen Rubio's blog</strong></span></a>.<br />
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The Cricut Artistry Collection now comes with the Enchantment Cardstock Combo Pack (with seven new colors!) and three coordinating My Acrylix D-size Stamp Sets. All for just $99! Better still, you can get it half off by hosting a qualifying Gathering where you'll share CTMH's great products with your family and friends.<br />
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Last week, I was on the amazing island of Key Largo, vacationing with my family and friends. We had a blast! This photo of my sweet husband and I out at dinner one evening shows just how relaxed we felt.<br />
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To make this layout yourself, my Cricut Artistry cuts were:<br />
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<li>Black cardstock background of "the Good Life" is Shape on the <y> key, cut at 2.6" high (p. 16 of the booklet).</li>
<li>White Daisy cardstock "the Good Life" is Shift, Shape on the <Y> key, cut at 2.4" high (p. 16 of the booklet).</li>
<li>Black cardstock background on the diamond title shapes is Shape on the <Father> key, cut at 1.94" high (p. 40 of the booklet).</li>
<li>White Daisy cardstock diamond title shape is Layer on the <Father> key, cut at 1.73" high (p. 40 of the booklet).</li>
<li>Pear font "key largo" was cut at a height of 0.93".</li>
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<li>Cricut Artistry Collection, Z3167</li>
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<li>White Daisy Cardstock, 1385</li>
<li>Whisper Cardstock, X5929</li>
<li>Black Cardstock, 1386</li>
<li>Pear Cardstock, X5764</li>
<li>Black Shimmer Trim, Z1809</li>
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Head on over to <a href="http://laurenctmhcraftings.blogspot.com/2015/08/artistry-blog-hop.html"><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><strong>Lauren Moore's blog</strong></span></a> to see her fantastic Cricut Artistry creation!Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-42513693599281261142015-08-01T21:00:00.000-04:002015-08-01T23:09:07.893-04:00Framed - August Stamp of the Month Blog HopWelcome to the August SOTM Blog Hop. We're one big circle, so you can hop all the way around to see all 51 consultants' creative ideas. Thanks for hopping over from <a href="http://clearlycards.blogspot.com/2015/08/august-stamp-of-month-blog-hop-framed.html"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Jeanie's blog</span></a>!<br />
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Framed is a set of 12 stamps and is only available in the month of August.<br />
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The three frames in this set can be used with Close To My Heart's new Cricut cartridge, Artistry (available to order NOW!). The top frame can be cut at 1.75", the second at 2" and the third at 1.25".<br />
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I never have enough thank you notes, so pulled this one together rather quickly, using the new CTMH color, Peacock, and a piece of the Houndstooth B&T paper from the new Zoe Paper Packet.<br />
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<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8545" target="_blank">Cricut Artistry Collection</a>, Z3167</li>
<li>Peacock Cardstock from the Cricut Artistry Collection</li>
<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=8559" target="_blank">Zoe Paper Packet</a>, X7197B</li>
<li>White Daisy Cardstock, 1385</li>
<li><a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=7668" target="_blank">Dot Embossing Folder,</a> Z1924</li>
<li>Ruby Exclusive Inks stamp pad, Z2170</li>
<li>Goldrush Exclusive Inks stamp pad, Z2123</li>
<li>Sequins Gold Assortment, Z2012</li>
<li>Honey Triangles Washi Tape, Z1931</li>
<li>Non-stick Micro-tip Scissors, Z1836</li>
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Now, it's time to hop over to <a href="https://jensdigiscrap.wordpress.com/2015/08/02/august-sotm-framed/"><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Jenny's blog</span></a> and to see her artwork.<br />
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Michelle Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10417586383766641548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-141119914521907280.post-8724256831382955872015-07-13T17:32:00.001-04:002015-07-13T17:32:05.773-04:00Simple Minion CardsMy son just celebrated his 11th birthday with friends at the movies. What did we see? Minions, of course!<br />
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Writing thank you notes is a requirement in our family. I know, some think it's old fashioned, but I believe it's teaching my kids about gratitude. If someone takes the time to give you a gift, you can make the time to show your appreciation.</div>
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Using my <a href="http://michellejonesva.ctmh.com/Retail/Search.aspx?SearchValue=shin+han" target="_blank">Shin Han alcohol markers</a> (sold by CTMH, naturally), I whipped up these cards in just a few minutes.</div>
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Bello and tank you are Minionese for hello and thank you (if it wasn't obvious enough)! I used the old Cocktail Alphabet stamp set for the lettering (one of my all-time faves). Those little cupcakes with Minion twinkles were a big hit with the kids, and simple, too!</div>
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During the month of July, when you purchase $25 in current, retail priced stamps, you qualify to receive either the July Stamp of the Month, My Acrylix<sup>®</sup> Life Is Wonderful, FREE or any one of the Hostess Rewards stamp sets featured in Annual Inspirations 2014–2015 or Seasonal Expressions 2 for only $5! That is a savings of up to $17.95! The July Stamp of the Month is a lovely, versatile stamp set that is a great match for your cards and layouts that celebrate all the wonderful things—big and small—that life has to offer. <br />
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