Scrapbook Generation Blog Hop

Welcome to the SG Blog Hop for September, if this is your first stop, you might like to start at the Scrapbook Generation blog and then hop through each link.

I used a Scrapbook Generation sketch from September 2012.

I told you about the Close To My Heart September special - You Are My Happy - in a video the other day. I've used several stamps from the triple set on this layout - the butterflies, flowers, stars, and sentiment.  These stamps work beautifully on a page!  The washi tape is actually stamping from our new hostess set called Washi Wonder.  The paper is Dream Pop, and I've been hanging onto these papers for just the right pages.  

These photos are from the Chicago Regional Celebration in April.  Two of my lovely team members met each other for the first time, and it was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL to watch them get to know each other.  No matter how far they live from each other, my team members surely become instant friends of the heart!

If you aren't familiar with Scrapbooke Generation, you can find their sketches in books and as downloads in the Scrapbook Generation store, and there is a free one every month in case you wanted to try it out.

Next on the hop is Laureen so be sure to stop by and see what she has created for you. Leave a comment on each blog and one lucky commenter will receive a free sketch bundle of their choice from the store. The winner will be draw on September 9th, so you have one week to leave a comment.

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Dream Pop Notions

There are only a few more days to get your Dream Pop paper!  There is a limited supply left, so be sure to hop over right away if you'd like a packet.  I thought I'd show you a little clear pail that I decorated.

I utilized the Artiste cartridge to cut the dress, dress form, spool, scissors, and letters.  I brought the letters into the Cricut Craft Room to weld them together for this.  I found some matching ribbon in my stash to wrap around the handle, and it was done.  Super easy and really fun!

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Love and Hugs

I wanted to show you some more ways to use the Dream Pop paper today.  It's such a versatile paper packet, and I am really enjoying it!  Let me show what I've done with the embossed cardstock before I show you my card.

The pieces on the left are before I sponged them.  I wanted to show you bare and with ink so that you could get an idea of what it all turns out like.  For this card, I wanted to use White Daisy pigment ink for sponging. This is really easy to do.  Just sponge or rub ink over the paper.  It might look a little muted, but after you are done applying ink, simply wipe with a paper towel.  How easy-peasy is that technique!!  I've chosen to use a lot of different patterns, but look at the way it all comes together using this week's Deconstructed Sketch.

I punched the circles and used notebook lined paper from the packet as well.  The back side of the embossed cardstock is flat, so if you just want color rather than embossing, you can use  that as well.  Truly, they've thought of everything!  There is just something for everyone and every occasion in Dream Pop.  It's really a great paper packet!

Dream Pop is only available through the end of May.  The packet of 24 sheets is just $10 with a $35 purchase!  Please let me know if you have any questions!

Tickled Pink

Are you excited that tomorrow is National Scrapbooking Day?  I am!  Last week I decided that I would schedule myself off for a couple of days in order to play along with all the challenges out there.  We are paper crafters and should celebrate the day that was set aside for us!!  Today I am working on some challenge blog challenges, and tomorrow I am going to play over at Big Picture Classes for the Creative Crop!

So after all of explanation for why I am playing instead of working, I thought I'd share my first project today. There is a fabulous sketch over at Cardabilities, and I knew I wanted to combine it with the colors challenge over at Play Date Cafe.  Of course, I needed to add sparkle, bling, and ribbon so it fits into the Really Reasonable Ribbon challenge, too!

The raspberry paper in the background and the circles is from the Dream Pop paper packet.  Let me tell you, this paper packet has a lot of colors and a lot of potential.  Do you see the diagonal lines in the background?  Those lines are embossed on the cardstock in the packet, so it makes perfect emboss resist designs.  I just sponged black ink on my circles, and I've got a brand new color!  I've also used black shimmer trim, tulle, and a final touch of pink sparkles.  Super duper easy!

Off to play some more!!

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New Month, New Special, and a New Challenge at Rose Blossom Garden!

Happy May Day!  Have you ever left a basket on a doorstep?  I remember all the way back to 1st Grade when we made May Day baskets.  Trust me, that was a long time ago!

Let's start with the new Rose Blossom Garden challenge.  For the 3rd challenge, we are working with the "P" key on the Artiste cartridge.  It is such a fun key with all the pinwheels, yo-yos, and circus images! I am so proud of my team for the way they "bring it" for each challenge!  They love to share artwork with you, so after you are done visiting here, be sure to hop over to see what each one created.  This is what I created using the ferris wheel and yo-yo images:

What do you think of the colors?  I've used Tangerine, Raspberry, and Banana from the Dream Pop collection to create this cascading card (directions from Card Maker magazine).

We are celebrating National Scrapbooking Month here at Close To My Heart by bring you a fantabulous special!!  With your $35 purchase in the month May, you can buy the Dream Pop paper packet for just $10!  It is 24 sheets of pure yumminess!!  The colors are right on trend and perfect for your spring and summer scrapbooking!

Throughout the month, I will be showing you projects using these wonderful colors and the unique glossy embossed cardstock.  I guarantee it won't take long for you to fall in love with it!  I've even designed a mini workshop using these papers that I will tell you more about in another post.

Come back and visit tomorrow to learn about the May Stamp of the Month!

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Dream Pop Layout

I've had many customers ask me about the Dream Pop papers and when they will be able to get their hands on them.  It's a good set, isn't it?  So let me tell you about the special.

Starting May 1st, you will be able to purchase the Dream Pop paper packet for just $10 with a $35 purchase.  Wait till you see what is included in this 24-sheet paper packet!

The patterns are just lovely for spring/summer!  The cardstock is an emboss resist cardstock meaning that it has patterns that can be inked.  I love the versatility of these cardstocks.

Now let me tell you about the layout above.  Those are pictures of just a few of the shots I took in the South Caribbean.  As you can  see, this paper was just perfect!  

This layout will be offered in  a workshop for those that purchase the Dream Pop papers during the month of May.  The in-home workshop will be on June 3rd and 4th.  (Don't worry - you will be able to do this one long distance, too, because it comes with full instructions.)  The workshop will consist of a 2-page layout layout, 2 cards, and a gift item.  Watch for more details coming soon!!

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Grenada

I haven't had the opportunity to scrap many of our cruise photos yet.   So I set everything aside this afternoon and decided to get a start.  I found a sketch at Sketchabilities that I used as a jumping point.  It stretched me just a little, and it was truly a joy to spend that time just putzing over paper.

Grenada was our favorite port on the cruise, and this day will long hold in our memory.  This is BEAUTIFUL paper, and it's called Dream Pop.  I wish I could tell you where to order it, but it's Close To My Heart's National Scrapbooking Day special, and it will be available May 1st.  I was so excited to get it on Saturday!  The chevron paper is actually all grey, but the stripes are embossed.  All I did was ink it to add the juniper color.  WOW - do I love that!!  You're just seeing the tip of the iceberg here.  There are 12 sheets of printed paper and 12 exclusive cardstock colors.  All for $10 with a $35 purchase - I am excited about this one!!

Some of the other items I've used are Trinket Wooden Shapes, Slate Washi Tape, Bitty Sparkles, Grey Wool Twine, and the Classmate Alphabet stamps set.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  I am off to pop this layout in an album!

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