Cherish the Day

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this stamp set. I think it is so versatile. I haven't used it for a layout yet (but I will). I have a couple of cards that I have made below. You can purchase this stamp set for $17.95 or if you purchase $50 of CTMH product you can get it for only $5! But hurry because this set is only available until November 30, 2011.




















This one uses elemental....did I tell you it's one of my favorites? I think it will be great for male or female birthdays. Do you like that Make a Wish strip down the left side? It's from the top of the elemental paper. Just a thin strip that makes the paper even more versatile.

This one uses Bella, which is now retired, along with a retired stamp set. There are many other papers and complimentary stamp sets (or die cuts) you could use to recreate this card.

Countdown to Christmas

You have a little time to get this ready since it only counts down the last 9 days. I can't believe how easy this was. Got to love the cricut but you could do this with any appropriate sized box.

This uses the Countdown Stamp Set

Closed

Open

Those are mini reeses peanut butter cups. Cut 1.25" in circles in red and green and 1" circles in white. Stamp on the white. Glue and put in box. Can't get any easier than that! And how cute!

Some Winter Fun

Guess what is inside this snowman....a hershey bar. Isn't he cute. The face and buttons are made using the All Decked Out Stamp Set.

Snowman
Cut the white cardstock to 5.5 x 6"
Score along the 5.5" side at 1.25, 1.5, 3.75 and 4
Fold the scores
Stamp on the cardstock as desired
Fold and glue back.
Glue bottom and crimp
Add ribbon
Insert candy bar
Add hat

Hat
Take an infant sock
Cut off the toe part
Cut strips down to about the heel
Cut one strip off and tie it around the other strips

What great gifts for co-workers, friends and teachers.

Finally.....Some New Layouts

Sorry for the delay in getting some layouts posted. Here are some I have done with old pictures of my son when he was a baby....he's 17 now!

These first layouts use Elemental....probably my favorite of the new paper packs. Perfect for many things. You will see cards made with this paper soon.

These layouts use Believe. I really like the younger Christmas paper with Santas and true red and green.

Pair-A-Phrase Stamp Set

Here are images of the new Pair-A-Phrase stamp set that you can get for free starting on August 15. The pictures aren't the best but you will see what versatile stamps they are! You get 2 D sized stamp sets for FREE with a $75 purchase!

August Artwork

Here are a few things I have made with some of the new paper packs and the stamp specials. More on that to come soon.....

Pair a Phrase with Mulberry paper. I stitched the border using the new ruler. It's great.

Pair A Phrase with Fan Fare

The new Elemental b & t. Love the top strip. I cut it off and used it on the right side.

You and Me!

I finally finished my layouts using the You and Me special for May. I am very happy with how these turned out. These pictures aren't the best so trust me that the colors are beautiful. This kit is part of the new special

. “You & Me: Stronger Together” Storm Survivor Benefit Campaign
Because of the success of the You and Me constant campaign from last month and our desire to do something to benefit the victims of all of the tornados there is a new campaign called You & Me: Stronger Together, to raise funds for the survivors of the severe storms that have pummeled the Midwest and Southern states.

During the month of June, order a You & Me kit for only $15 US (a retail value of $34.95), and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross 2011 Floods and Tornadoes relief operations.

The You & Me: Stronger Together campaign will continue until June 30 at 11:59 pm (MDT) or while supplies last. Please note that supplies are very limited and we expect a quick sellout.

You can order it here:
https://maureenfalcon.myctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=6197&CatalogID=1711