Monday, August 20, 2012

August SOTM: Display Album

Maren Display Album

Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below.
  • To create a spiral flower all your own, simply draw a spiral on your paper of choice and cut along the line, leaving about an inch round base in the center. Then, wrap the center around a pen and twist the spiral around the pen. Secure the bottom of the spiral to the round base.
  • Cut two circles, one slightly smaller than the other, using any of the following items: a small plate, the circle template from our Magic™ how-to publication, or the Cricut® Art Philosophy or Artiste cartridges.
  • Add visual interest by making a paper ruffle by randomly folding a thin strip of paper.
  • Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Monday, August 13, 2012

August SOTM: "M" Card

5 1/2" x 4 1/4" “M” Card


Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the card 10 pattern (Wishes™: Just Because Workshop Card 10) found on page 73 of our Wishes™ how-to publication for inspiration.
  • To stamp the two-toned letter, ink the stamp in second-generation Twilight and then immediately roll the stamp edges in first-generation Twilight ink.
  • To create your own pattern paper, randomly stamp an image all over the paper.
  • Add visual interest by making a paper ruffle by randomly folding a thin strip of paper, as desired.
  • Embellish with paper accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Monday, August 6, 2012

August SOTM: 12x12 Layout

12" × 12" The Best Pick Page

Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern (Reflections: Triple Play—Over the Top™) found on page 103 of our Reflections® how-to publication for inspiration.
  • To create the damask pattern found on the lower two-thirds of the page, stamp the large flourish with Twilight ink. Then stamp it again with clear embossing powder directly on top of the Twilight images. Heat set each image.
  • To add a title, switch out one of the photos and layer with mats to add depth and interest.
  • To stamp the two-toned title and stamped accents, ink the bracket stamp in second-generation Twilight and then immediately roll the stamp edges in first generation Twilight ink.
  • Add visual interest by making a paper ruffle above and below the photos by randomly folding a thin strip of paper every inch or so. To add the paper ribbon across a 12" base page, use a few thin strips and attach them end-to-end.
  • Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Friday, August 3, 2012

Studio J: What is it?

 

Studio J is Close to my Heart's exclusive digital design software that allows you to create until your hearts content using the exclusive CTMH papers and beautiful color palette.  With our new templates it is as easy as drag an ddrop to create laayout';s in a snap or gifts for the family.  Have questions?  I am always just a call or click away at scrapperstherapy@gmail.com or (541) 331-9701.

Watch this video for how to get started by clicking HERE

August SOTM: Baroque Borders

August 2012 Baroque Borders

(See this Idea Book)Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book

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Baroque Borders, set of 5
Recommended Blocks:
2" × 3 1/2" (Y1009)
4" × 5" (Y1012)

 

Beautiful Stamps, Amazing Discounts

Each month you can enjoy a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

August 2012: Baroque Borders (S1208A)

Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.

Click HERE to order now!!

Incredibly Cool Crafts

In love with the artwork we created with this stamp set? Get ready to make it yourself! Purchase the materials listed here along with your deeply discounted Stamp of the Month set to get started!
Materials Needed
  1. My Acrylix® Baroque Borders
  2. Avonlea Paper Packet
  3. My Creations® Display Album
  4. Slate Exclusive Inks® Pad
  5. Whimsy Exclusive Inks® Mini Pigment Pads Set
  6. Sparkles Flourishes
  7. Slate Satin Polka-Dot Ribbon

Required Tools
  1. My Acrylix® Bohemian Alphabet
  2. My Acrylix® Classmate Alphabet
  3. Buttercup Cardstock
  4. Chocolate Exclusive Inks® Pad
  5. Juniper Exclusive Inks® Pad
  6. Pacifica Exclusive Inks® Pad
  7. Twilight Exclusive Inks® Pad
  8. Sparkles Clear Assortment
  9. Bouquet Assortment
  10. Dimensional Elements Awards
  11. Parlor Velvet Rub-Ons
  12. Corner Rounder
  13. Clear Detail Embossing Powder
  14. VersaMark® Ink Pad
  15. Sponge
  16. Memory Book Mini Glue Dots®
  17. 3-D Foam Tape
  18. Adhesive
  19. Thread

October SOTM: 3D Treat Bag

To-From Treat Bag

Helpful Hints


To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below.
  • Cut the treat bag at 5" 3D Object <Noel>, found on page 79 of the Artiste booklet.
  • Cut the tag at 3" Shift+3D Object <#>, found on page 33 of the Artiste booklet.
  • Add visual interest by hand-stitching around the front of the bag.
  • To create the 3-D presents on the gift tag, stamp the image two extra times in various colors and then cut the presents and attach them with 3-D foam tape, as desired.
  • Embellish with stamped accents and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

August SOTM: Baroque Borders


Isn't the artwork just gorgeous?  All of the amazing items were made using the August stamp of the month (SOTM)  Baroque Borders.  This set features several different sizes of images to create borders, background and texture paper, and add the perfect finishing such to your card or project.  You can purchase your set for just $5 with your $50 purchase of Close To My Heart products or individually for $17.95.  So why not order the brand new Cricut Artiste cartridge today and get your set for only $5.  Shop Onegin 24/u at www.scrapperstherapy.com  or contact me today to setup your own home gathering or join an online club!  I look forward to helping you create your beautiful projects for you and future generations to enjoy.