New Home Card

I made this card for a co-worker to give to his daughter who had just bought a house. He told me she really liked books, so I tried to create a "library" feel with the desk and chair. I found the original house card on the internet, sorry I don't remember where. I added the "my dollhouse" with my gypsy.



The flowers are prima and I used flower soft for the "leaves"




I added pop dots to give the scene some depth

Word Book for a Pet

This one I made for a co-worker's dog. He has an Autralian Terrier and is doing shows with him so he wanted something he could put some of the pictures in.

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 . . .