Mistletoe Layouts

Hi Everyone!

Just like an Elf, I have been working on the Christmas layouts for this months workshop.  We will be assembling these Mistletoe Layouts using CTMH Mistletoe Level 2 paper packet and matching embellishments.

I hope you like them!!!

 

 

The ornaments on these 12 x 12 layouts are embossed with gold embossing powder.

These layouts have faux stitching!!!  I simply hand drew stitching on the cardstock with the matching Cocoa colored marker from CTMH.

 These two 12 x 12 layouts are my favorite! The Christmas tree was dry embossed with the Big Kick and the ornaments were embossed with gold embossing powder and individually hand cut by ME!!!  

YEP!!! You heard correctly, I hand stamped, embossed and cut each ornament and stars for everyone!

Over 200 pieces!!!!!  I love my customers!!!!

5 Great Reasons for Making Your Own Holiday Cards

I found this post on the HSN Insider's blog and needed to share it with all of you, immediately!!!  They feature card kits from companies, they carry on their site, BUT as you MAY OR MAY NOT KNOW,
CLOSE TO MY HEART ALSO HAS A BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY CARD KIT!!!

CLICK HERE!

Posted by HSNInsider, Nov. 11, 2010

The holidays will be here before you know it, and nothing says Christmas like a handmade card. So grab your crafting supplies and order your holiday kits, because now more than ever a handmade card really shows you care. Here are 5 great reasons for making your own holiday cards this year:

1. Longevity – With its’ simple charm, a  handmade card can make someone’s day. It is those handmade cards from the  special people in our lives that we all keep and cherish for a lifetime!
2. It  Distinguishes You – In an age of emails and  template e-cards, a handmade card can show off your personality and  creativity. Whether you are traditional, modern or something in between, no  two handmade cards are made alike!
3. It’s  fun – For those of us that love our papers, holiday cards are just  another excuse to craft to our hearts content.
4. ‘Tis the  Season – For a  card maker, the holiday season is the Oscars of card making. So, roll out the red carpet and  show off all of the techniques you have been working on all year!
5. Tradition – This holiday season,  embrace tradition in the most sincere way by giving a gift from the heart.  Whether you are carrying on a tradition or starting a new one, handmade cards  make holiday greetings personal and memorable!Now that you have all the reasons you need to start creating beautiful holiday cards, here are some must-have kits to get you started!

H2H Challenge: Out of Shape

Hello Everyone!
I am using an oldie but goodie for the H2H challenge this week.  I have been so busy designing my Mistletoe layouts for the workshops next week and all the little goodies for the Mistletoe Magic Event, that I have not had time to think of anything else.  Hope you like it!!!

Mistletoe Magic Sneak Peek #3

Hi Everyone!
I just wanted to share with you the next Holiday item you will be able to make on our Mistletoe Magic event on December 4th, 2010.
This is a perfect little treat bag for just about anything, candy, cookies, gift card, jewelry and more...

Remember! All the kits will be pre-cut and pre-stamped all ready for you to assemble! How cool is that???.

I can't wait to see you all there!!!

Here is the information once again:

Mistletoe Magic Holiday Event

December 4th, 2010

10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Pilgrim Lutheran Church

497 E Street.

Chula Vista, CA. 91910

Don't forget to bring your favorite adhesive, glue dots and scissors.

There will be EIGHT stations of projects and each station will have a variety of kits for you to choose from, so bring lots of $1's and $5 because I have a feeling that you will L-O-V-E ALL the projects and will want to make them all!!!  We will have gift ranging from $1 to $15!!! So make your list of very important people, that make your life easier and more fun!!!

RSVP before November 30th, to me directly and receive a Mistletoe Dollar redeemable at any station.

Your personalized $1 will be waiting for you at the front entrance!

My Little Ones in Halloween Costumes

O.K.!!!! How C.U.T.E is this little Mario? My son Hunter looked so cute, people stopped their tracks to comment on how much he looked like the Mario from the games. Of course he loved all the attention and acted sillier!

Nathan, was a character from Avatar, but he did not like the feeling of the mask and he couldn't see very well out of the holes for the eyes, so we opted for a semi blue face. Here he is with a friend of ours Perla, at her haunted house.

Victoria had a hard time with her vampire teeth, but she insisted that they completed the outfit. So in all her pictures, she looks like she has a big gum ball in her mouth...

Another Halloween came and gone... Now let's get ready for the Holidays!!!!!