Christmas Memories

Here are more pictures of my children growing up! I love scrapbooking these older pictures because I get to relive all of the memories.

July Club - Zippidee!

Zippidee is just perfect for those Disney vacation pictures or ANY fun pictures you have to scrap. This basic kit includes the Zippidee level 2 paper pack, My Acrylix Ticket to Ride, the Stars Dimensional Elements and the workshop guide. A value of $31.15 for only $29.95. If you want to jazz things up a little more, you can add the accessories of the Holiday Craft Buttons and the Black Hemp for a total kit cost of only $40.15. If you're a card person, well this kit is for you too because the workshop guide includes card cutting instructions as well. I have 2 family trips to Disney that needed to be scrapped so I was so excited when this pack was introduced in our lastest catalog. If you're interested in getting this kit, just give me a shout and I will hook you up!

Playing A Little More With Copics...

I'm still learning how to use my copics and am having lots of fun practicing. I made these 6 x 6 cards using the copics and Magnolia Stamps. The red and green card uses CTMH That's Amore level 2 paper pack. I got the instructions for the paper roses from Jeanette Lynton's blog and the card layouts were inspired by a talented card maker on Photobucket.

Getting ready for Addison

I just had to post these wonderful pictures. Amanda and Scott have started putting Addison nursery together. I am so excited to be a Nana! We should get to meet Addison sometime at the end of August.

Cherry O! Cards from the Kit of the Month

These are the beautiful cards I made with the Cherry O Kit of the Month. The kit not only includes full color instructions and materials for layouts but for cards as well. I added a little stitching and love, love how these cards turned out. If you want information on getting these kits, just let me know! What do you think - share the love and let me know.

CTMH Convention in Washington, DC

25 days and 13 hours!!! Counting down 'til we have so much fun and get to see all of the new stuff - I can't wait to come back and share with all of you!!!!

Jackpot June is HOT!!!

Girls - today’s Jackpot June is a great one - $120.00 in product for $60.00 – you can not beat this deal with a stick, so you need to get your order in right away because it is while supplies last only!!! Can you believe that on top of this deal you get discounted shipping – hello – I’m loving this Jackpot June! If you don’t want to spend the $60 – go in with a girlfriend or two and split the savings! Here is the deal:

Today is a Goodie Box day! Get a box filled with popular products at 50% or more off of retail value. Plus you'll get a deal on shipping/handling. Purchase this Goodie Box (retail value $120 US / $140.95 CAN) for only $60 US/ $70.50 CAN. Buy now! This offer is while supplies last and will be snatched up quickly.

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Catching Up!

I have been trying to finish Amanda's and Jeffrey's childhood albums before my first grandchild gets here in August! Addison's birth will give me plenty of new pictures to scrap. I also have Jeffrey and Amy's wedding album to finish. Boy, life gives us endless memories to save and cherish.

I made these Gatlingurg vacation pictures of Amanda and Jeffrey using CTMH's Caboodle. You already know how much I love this fun paper pack and thought it was perfect for this fun, family day.

Easter Fun With Family and BELLA

Bella was the perfect paper pack for these Easter pictures! I love how the level 2 paper packs have coordinating B&T papers and cardstock. It makes creating beautiful layouts so easy. Add the Reflection, Image, or Cherish Idea books for the perfect layout design and scrapbooking is really easy. Let me know if you love Bella and CTMH as much as I do!

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CTMH's Miracle!

I used CTMH's wonderful Miracle Kit to capture the fun my kids were having playing on the new rocking horse their granddad made for them. This kit was the special for April and May but I still have a few left so if you would still like one, just email me and I'll get it out to you!

Wouldn't it be great to be a kid again and play all day! (Oh wait - I am playing all day with my CTMH toys!)

In June You Can Hit The JACKPOT!!!

Hit the jackpot and win free products with Jackpot June! This CTMH Campaign, starting June 1, provides you with a different type of MyCTMH® deal each day. Some days you can grab loaded Goodie Boxes at 50 percent or more off retail value, and other days are Jackpot Days. Those days give you a list of 5 products, one of which will trigger the Jackpot—a surprise product you’ll receive free! Take a chance and hope that you buy the right item that gets you the free product, or play it safe and buy one of each, guaranteeing that you will hit the Jackpot! Either way, you will save money on favorite scrapbooking and stamping supplies by grabbing a different bargain each day in June. Deals include discounted shipping/handling, too! These special offers are available only online so be ready everyday to check out my webstite and get your deal! New deals are posted each day at 9:00 am (MDT).
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June Kit of the Month - SPLENDOR

Look what Close to My Heart Has To Offer for this month!

The Splendor paper is right on time because it is perfect for all of your summer photos and much more. I used my kit to complete my Mother's Day pictures from this year and am so happy with the completed project. Along with the Splendor level 2 paper pack, you also receive Irresistible Pizzazz Chipboard Die-Cuts that are only available with this kit. These die-cuts are so fun and add that special touch to your layouts. Included too, as in all of the monthly kits, is a My Acrylix stamp set that is only available with the kits and a complete color cutting / instruction guide. Finally, as if all that wasn't wonderful enough, you can add the Autumn Harvest Assortment Brads and/or the Glitz Stardust Glitter Gel Accessories that coordinate with this kit.

So get a head start on those summer, pool, or vacation photos and order your kit right away! Just email me and you'll be ready to start before you know it!

BTW - thanks to my wonder family for such a great Mother's Day. Next year will be even more special as my daughter will be a mother as well. Thank you God for so many blessings.

CherryO Kit of the Month

These are the layouts my kit of the month club did this month. Don't you just love this new CTMH paper pack!! It is so sweet and was perfect to scrapbook my sweet children. If you want to get your older pictures all caught up like I am trying to do, just get a few friends together and let me know. We can form your own kit of the month club and get you started on those layouts right away. Let me know what you think about these beautiful layouts!

Hello girls, I know I have been away for a while, I had some internet problems. Thankfully I believe that is all taken care of now and I am back and ready to get caught up on my postings! I have been very busy while I have been away so I plan to get all of my new work posted.

Most of you know that I have been working feverously to get my children's albums done from birth to graduation. Since I have only been scrapbooking for about 5 years, I had a lot to catch up. But, with Jeffrey getting married and Amanda expecting my first grandchild in August, I want to get their stuff finished. So, you're fore warned that most of my new postings are older pics of my children.

This picture is the front cover of my daughter's album. I used CTMH's new Cherry O paper pack and made a few tear bears for decoration.