All Grown Up!

I thought our new level 2 paper pack Passages X7126B was the perfect paper to capture the maturity of my son, Jeffrey, in one of his senior pictures. He is so handsome in the picture! I used our Authentic D1401 and Happy Journey D1428 My Acrylix Stamp sets to embellish this layout. I edged all of the pieces in Cocoa Z2114 ink before putting everything together. I am please with the picture and the layout.

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More Convention Swap Cards!

Here's a few more cards I made to swap at convention! Wow did we ever have a great time!

Swap Card for CTMH convention!

The Close To My Heart Convention is underway in Washington DC! The consultants love to make cards and swap with each other. This is one of the ones I made using Caboodle, the My Acrylix Makin' Waves (C1365) stamp, Liquid Glass, Glitz Stardust Glitter Glue and Crystal Blue Ink. I used the Open Outline design from our Wishes Card Confidence Program. I was really please with how the cards turned!

Baby Shower for Addison

My friends and I are giving Amanda and Scott a shower for Addison in a couple of weeks. This is the invitation I made using one of my favorite paper packs, Caboodle, and the My Acrylix Springtime (D1415) stamp. I accented the raindrops with liquid glass. Let me know what you think.

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.

Order this deal at: www.dblack.myctmh.com – I ordered mine and can’t wait for Christmas in June when I get my box!!!!

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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