Sesame Street Name book

I made this for a co-worker in Canada. She was in our office for a meeting and saw one I made for another lady and wanted one for her nephew. She choose a Sesame Street theme and let me tell you all those little pices needed to make those characters are difficult to work with. The book is about 5 1/2 by 12 at the longest page.

Mini Albums Galore

During my absence I was "recruited" to make several mini albums for people at work.

These were all custom made using my Gypsy and Cricut. The themes of the books were given to me by my "customers" so that's why some may seem strange.

I'm back...

I've been gone for quite a while, life just got too busy, but I'm back now. I have lots of artwork to post and even a couple giveaways.

I'll start with a few new artwork creations to get going. Check back often because I'll be posting much more regularly.

Until next time. . .

Close to My Heart February Stamp of the Month Blog Hop...

Welcome again to the Close to my Heart Stamp of the month Blog Hop. We have several talented ladies again this month ready to show off their talents with a really fun stamp set.

If you've come from Shirley's site you're on the right track.

I needed a gift bag for my daughter's friend and I thought this stamp set would be perfect for a bag and tissue.



I used Juniper, Tulip, Creme Brulee, and Sorbet.

Now hop on over to Laurie Newton's blog and see what wonderful and creative project she has waiting.

Close to My Heart January Stamp of the Month Blog Hop...

Welcome to the January Close to my Heart Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. We've got several consultants ready to help you welcome 2010 with some great ideas featuring the stamp set True Friends.

So sit back and get ready for a great hop.

If you've come from Sarita's blog, you're on the right track.

My card features the paper pack Bella.


Now hop on over to Debra's Blog to continue on. A full list of participants can be found on Jena's blog.

December Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. . .

Welcome to this month's Close to my Heart Stamp of the Month blog hop. This month's feature is the set "Notice the Details" it features 41 stamps and has an office feel to it. This set is available only until December 31. Click here to see how you can get this set for free.

If you've come from Maricar's blog you're on the right track. Sit back and enjoy the hop.

This stamp set reminded me of how crazy things can get this time of year, so I decided to show a little "chaos". I made this coaster to remind me to breathe and relax during this holiday season. I plan on keeping it on my desk year round to keep me focused and help ease the everyday stress.

I used paper from Sarsparilla, Honey, Blush, Cranberry, Black, and Crystal Blue inks and Baby Pink cardstock. I distressed all pieces with Bamboo ink.

Now hop on over to Carla's Blog for more creative ideas using this stamp set.

November Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. . .

Welcome to the Close to my Heart November Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. This month's stamp set is Around the Block and features 26 awesome stamps. If you've come from Cindy's Blog www.paperpadsandpictures.blogspot.com you're on the right track.

Sit back and enjoying hopping along and looking at all the wonderful artwork.

Now hop on over to Krista's blog http://www.kristaritskes-simplycreating.blogspot.com/ to continue on.

If you get lost along the way the full list of participants can be found here: http://www.livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/

October Stamp of the Month Blog Hop . . .

Welcome once again to the Close to my Heart consultant's Stamp of the Month blog hop. If you've come from Shannon's blog - http://www.mycolorfulworldinvt.blogspot.com/, you're on the right track.

This month's hop features the October Stamp of the Month "Holiday Warmth" This set of 11 stamps is purfect for the upcoming holiday season.

Grab a cup of coffee or tea and get ready to enjoy some fabulous creations.

This 2 page layout uses That's Amore paper, Chocolate, Blush, and Tulip inks, Blush, Chocolate, and Vanilla Cream Cardstock. Chocolate Ribbon Rounds.

Now hop on over to Caren's blog - http://www.scrappycaren.blogspot.com/ for even more creative ideas.

Here's a list of participants in case you get lost along the way.

ROUND 3
Judy Burger - http://makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/
Paige Dolecki - http://www.paigespaperparadise.blogspot.com/
Nancy Ball - http://www.ballisticdesign.blogspot.com/
Adeline E. Brill - http://adeline-brill.blogspot.com/
Cindy Leek - http://www.paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/
Carol Taggio - http://craftycarol55.blogspot.com/
Jody Gustafson - http://www.cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/
Wanda Riley - http://www.creatingwithwanda.blogspot.com/
Jill Lucas - http://scrapwench.blogspot.com/
Susan Brooks - http://www.stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/
Dawn Heuft - http://www.stamptildawn.blogspot.com/
Shannon Pelletier - http://www.mycolorfulworldinvt.blogspot.com/
Laurie Levnik - http://www.creationsbylaurie.blogspot.com/
Caren Goldsein - http://www.scrappycaren.blogspot.com/
Brenda Harmless - http://keepsakeswithheart.blogspot.com/
Amy McVey - http://www.clearlystamping.blogspot.com/
Traci Godbee - http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/
Maricar Harris - http://www.maricarharris.blogspot.com/
Pam Klassen - http://eimmap.blogspot.com/
Misty Jackson - http://www.misstscraps.blogspot.com/>

If these talented ladies aren't enough inspiration for you check out the other 2 groups for this month's hop.

Group 1 begins with Jena's blog http://www.livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/
Group 2 begins here with Debra's blog http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/

If you get lost any where along the way you can find you way by clicking the link to the complete list on Jena's blog http://livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-hop-lists.html

Enjoy and have fun . . .

October Stamp of the Month Blog Hop is Coming . . .

Good morning Peeps.

The Close to my Heart October Stamp of the Month blog hop is just around the corner. The hop starts at 12:01am, Thursday, October 1, 2009. Stop on by as soon as you can and take a look at the great artwork from a group of very talented Close to my Heart consultants.

See you thursday . . .

September Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. . .

Welcome everyone to yet another great Close to my Heart Stamp of the Month blog hop. If you've come from Alanna's Blog http://www.damoses.blogspot.com/ you're on the right track.

This month's feature is the awesome stamp set "Treasures". This stamp set features 13 stamps in a fun and whimsical motif perfect for the beginning of those crisp autumn days.

So sit back, relax and browse through stunning artwork from over 60 Close to my Heart consultants.

First up is my tribute to the stunning sunsets and cool auntumn breezes we have here in Colorado:

This card features Sunny Yellow, Sorbet, Tulip, Heavenly Blue, and Black inks. I punched a 1" circle from scrap paper, used repositionable adhesive to create the "sun" mask. I adhered it to a 5X5 piece of Colonial White cardstock. I then sponged Sunny Yellow in the upper right hand corner over the mask until I got the desired color. Using Sorbet ink, I sponged over the Sunny Yellow and brought it out on the paper. I took Tulip ink and sponged again covering some of the sorbet and Sunny Yellow. I sponged Heavenly Blue in the bottom left corner and along the left and bottom sides just to get the effect of sky. I stamped the images in Black and then sponged the edges in Black to give a complete look. I removed the "sun" mask and sponged Sunny Yellow over the circle and blended it into the original yellow. I matted it on Tulip, Black, and Sorbet paper. The ribbon in Sunflower organdy ribbon.

This card was inspired by the wonderful tutorials by Michelle Zindorf you can check out her great tutorials here: http://zindorf.blogs.splitcoaststampers.com/tutorials-ive-written/

Now "Hop" on over to Tanya's Blog http://www.scramperscorner.blogspot.com/ to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other fun ideas! Remember, this SOTM is only available until September 30, 2009! Click here to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount or even free!

If you get lost on the hop or find links that aren't working, click HERE for a complete list of participating blogs.