So much more than crafting—it's about connection, community, and the friendships that blossom along the way. Yes, I offer workshops, classes, and retreats where I teach card-making, scrapbooking, and journaling techniques, but what truly matters is the sharing of stories, the support we give each other, and the laughter we share.
This is such a fun paper pack…and a fun subject to scrapbook. This is my daughter on her horse Mariah at the fall 4-H show. Nothing makes her happier than to be on or near a horse. The fall colors a highlighted by the colors of papers in this kit. I feel like I need to add a few more embellishments before it hits the album…but nothing has spoken to me yet. Any ideas?
The bottom layout was scraplifted from Andrea Green. I am looking forward to adding the perfect photos and journaling to this layout. Sometimes they just need to simmer a bit before the right theme comes along.
To those of you who know our family well, you know that my oldest daughter is a reader and always has been. I have photos of reading those black and white contrast books to her in the early weeks of her life. I am not sure if it started then but we are very familiar with all the libraries in several counties and of course bookstores in the area.
She is constantly picking up a book and reading it while she travels through out the house. Sometimes the books land in unusual spots like on this day when I found a book in the pantry. Must have been reading on her way to get a snack…
I am looking forward to adding her book list to the second page. I want to document her favorites so she can share them with children in the future.
And remember…The Dotty For You paper special! Big dots, little dots, glitter dots, lots of dots. Sounds like a Dr. Suess book.
Close to My Heart is a great company. I have been a consultant with them for 10 years this April and they never fail to surprise me with their improvements and additions to the products and services they provide.
We now have new websites that are full of great features for you my friends, family and customers.
In addition to the websites, we also have the opportunity to email you a monthly newsletter where I get to share with you some highlights of my upcoming workshops and you will also receive information about upcoming specials, product features, and inspiration for your personal creations. If you would like to receive this monthly newsletter, please contact me with you email so I can add you to the list.
Here’s what the beginning of the newsletter will look like!
The April Stamp of the Month features this versatile stamp set expressing positive exclamations! It is fun to use both for cards and scrapbooking, feminine and masculine. Here, I used the Cruisin’ paper packet, cut the banner, circle, and black medallion background using the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge.
To see more artwork using this stamp set, follow this blog hop beginning here.
To order yours, visit my website and you can purchase it for $17.95 or $5 with a $50 purchase. This also makes you eligible for the Dotty for You special!.
At our retreat a couple of weeks ago, many of us were using the paper packet called Stella. Whenever it was referred to someone would yell “STELLA!” So where does that come from?
A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
Marlon Brando as Stanley Kowalski stands on the street shouting his wife's name after he's booted out of the house by Stella (Kim Hunter) over a fight about her sister, Blanche DuBois (Vivien Leigh). Stella relents, going to her brutish husband.
And then again in season of 3 of Seinfeld, Elaine imitates the scene yelling “Stella!” in an episode.
Thanks to the internet, I am able to figure this all out. I still laugh when I see this paper packet…
Creating these flowers is easy with the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge and the “Just for You” stamp set. First I cut two large flowers using the Cricut. Then I stamped petals on the back of different patterned paper and cut the out. For the buds, I cut the second large flower into thirds. The Stella Complements are used for the floral stems/vines. I love how this all comes together.
National Scrapbook Month is only a few weeks away (May!) and Close to My Heart is offering a fantastic special to celebrate. Even better? You can order on April 17th and have your paper in time to celebrate!
There are three ways to get this beautiful paper.
1. Place a $35 order from the Spring/Summer idea book and add the Dotty for You Paper for just $5.
2. Host a gathering or catalog show and when the sales reach $400, you will receive the paper packet for FREE!
3. Interested in a discount? Earning some “play” money? Sign up as a consultant and the Dotty for You will be included in your consultant kit.
Want to see this paper “up close?” Take a look at this video showing the details.
Throughout the campaign, I will have guest consultants on the blog, featuring their artwork with Dotty For You paper.
Need some ideas about what to purchase to coordinate with the paper? Here is a shopping list!
Z1710
Z1702
Z1697
Z1696 Keepsake Felt Alphabet page 129 $5.95
Looking forward to sharing artwork with you soon!
