Birthday Banner.... Its Reversible!!

Here is a fun idea shared by my friend jody Peck. It is our new My Creations Banner! It is reversible! She made it into a birthday banner. One side is more for boys and the other for girls. This little banner comes just plain white, and YOU decide what your banner will say. They are fantastic.

The other Nine...

Nine plus 4 makes 13. We had Christmas with 9 of our 13 Grandkids. Try getting that many kids to pose for a picture on CHRISTMAS MORNING...

Update on my cutest new Blessing!!

Where oh where does the time go. Two days before Christmas we got a new little surprise at our house (well not really at our house....) but at my daughters. Number 13 fabulous grand child was born. I love the picture under the tree. Her husband put him under the tree on Christmas morning and send us the picture stating....look what santa brought us. So happy for their family. We had the privilage of traveling to Idaho this month (yep we were silly enough to try to travel through Wyoming in the Winter) All went well, weather wise, and we got to see both daughters and our 4 grandchildren that live out there. We had the two little ones blessed. Proud big sisters were fun to see too. Thought I would share the happy highlights of our trip.

February Stamp of the Month fun...

The Stamp of the Month for February is called Friendship! Enjoy some fabulous artwork done with this set. My team of consultants has a swap each month, and we share ideas. These are some of their artwork. Enjoy. To find out how to earn this set free, email me at chris@myctmh.com
Submitted by Haley Dyer (directions on her technique: Choose a solid stamp and some pretty patterned paper.
1. Stamp image in Versamark ink onto patterened paper
2. Sprinkly with clear embossing powder and heat set
3. Using a rubber brayer, apply a dark ink over the entire patterened paper and embossed image. It will take many times to cover the paper.
4. Let dry for a bit (but it doesnt have to be completely dry)
5. Using a wadded up tissue or piece of paper towel, gently buff the embossed image to remove the resisted ink.
6, Let dry completely and use on your project

Shared by Chris Hill

shared by Camy Eisentrager

Beautiful artwork by Tonya Stone

Gorgeous card made by Katie Van Roekel

Thanks Bridget for this fun card idea

Fun paper flower on this card made by Taralyn

Pearls and pearl paint add a little glitz on this card from Pam Beery

January Stamp of the Month Inspiration!!

These fabulous cards were shared by a fellow consultant. Enjoy! See even more ideas below. (Thanks Chris G for sharing)

January Stamp of the MONTH ideas...

Here are a FEW samples of some gorgeous cards you can create using our new January Stamp of the month and the WINGS paper packet. Visit my website today to see all the FABULOUS deals you can get this month on new product and WINGS workshop kit. You will LOVE it. A HUGE thanks to my talented team members for creating some of these cards!!

Cheaper by the Dozen!!

Another fun filled day of Scrapbooking is waiting for you!! We call it Cheaper by the dozen, because for one fee...you will create a dozen (12) layouts!! All in one day!! Your kit will have pieces cut for 12 pre-designed layouts. These are Winter and Spring based, but most of them are kept pretty generic so you can eaisly use them for another layout to go with your photos.... Most pages do not have a pre-set title but you will receive a package of letter so you can create your own title for your own theme!! This class is almost filled up!! 3 Spots left is all. RSVP your spot today..... or purchase your 'kit' that you can do on your own. Photos and instruction are included. A DOZEN gorgeous layouts.... everything included.... all for $50 Lunch is included. RSVP today..... chris@myctmh.com

Christmas .... 'Miracle"...????

yep.... this is MY Christmas Miracle. A few days BEFORE Christmas we decided to do this little project. I had been slowly (when I had spare time to do some fun scrapbooking) putting OLD photos into a scrapbook. This little album began in the year 1975 and began with photos of Scott and I first married in our first little mobile home. I had completed up to 1985... when I had this hair brained idea to FINISH IT and scan the layouts... put them on a DVD and give all 6 of my kids a dvd with this album on it. Well.... I frantically began. I would scrapbook all day, and Scott would scan them into the computer each night. We worked HARD and completed the task. We put it into a video format, added music and had a dvd for each child Christmas Eve. It went from 1975 thru the curren 2010. It included the childhood memories of 6 children, their weddings, and each of the then.... 12 grandchild. I say then.... because 2 days after completing our project, #13 was born! As Scott and I sat and watched our finished project.... their were lots of tears of joy as we 'watched' our life on screen. I am SO excited and am so greatful that I was able to preserve those memories not only on the dvd, but in 3 HUGE albums. Thank You Close to my Heart for giving me the means to accomplish this.
Now on to 2011.....

Building Houses!!! (or eating them....)

One of our new family traditions is to create little gingerbread houses on Christmas Eve. We started this last year, and it was a welcomed back event this year. The kids were all a little older and really had fun. They each get a little gingerbread house and LOTS AND LOTS of options for building. A can of frosting each and off they go. What a fun thing to watch as their little eyes take a look at all the trimmin's and have a hard time deciding .... should this go on my house or in my mouth.


I think a little taste to get me started is a good idea....

I think I've got the hang of this. I can take it from here...

Lets see....where to begin!!!

Everyone busy creating their master pieces

Boy....I think I might need to take a lick of this thing. It looks really good. (and he did, but I missed it with my camera!!)

Ta Da...Perfect!!

We had some fun little houses when we were all done. I do think more went into little mouths than went onto houses however....

CTMH BlogHop - CHRISTMAS!!!

You might have just hopped over from Lisa's blog. If so, you are in the right spot. If not, just hop on and keep hopping. You will get to see everyones blog if you continue. I LOVE Christmas and I LOVE our Christmas Stamps. I made this fun little $$$$ holder using A1110 A Timber


Start with a sheet of cranberry cardstock 6.5"x3"
Score at 3 1/8" and 3 3/8"
Sand edges
Using Mistletoe paper pack adhere 2.5"x2.5" square of desired pattern to front
Cut strip of NE Ivy cardstock 1"x 3" and edge distress
Add to lower edge of card front
add Circle with Happy Holidays and gift stamped off the lower edge
Embellish with a sparkle
(or decorate front of $$$ card as desired)
Tie hemp around spine
Slip as much $$$$ as you want inside your card

This is a VERY SIMPLE idea that will work up so quickly!! I figured with the busy time of year.... and so many on our Christmas list we dont know what to get.... this was the answer. Enjoy!!!
Now hop on over and visit vicki's Blog

My Favorite Close to My Heart Product....

Do you have a favorite product that you just LOVE to use while scrapbooking??? I LOVE LOVE LOVE Close to My Heart papers and inks. Close to my Heart designs each paper packet with rich vibrant colors and patterns. Every single paper in the packet coordinates and matches the exclusive ink colors perfectly!! I also love mixing and matching the papers from other kits as well. All the papers from Close to my Heart are high quality with gorgous color. They really MAKE the projects faster, simpler, and easier. You MUST try some for your next papercrafting project today!!

A Few Christmas Thank You's

Come join me for a fun night out, and make a few thank you cards just in time for your Christmas gifts, and also a couple of birthday cards to finish up the year. RSVP by emailing me at chris@myctmh.com to reserve your spot. November 23 at 7:00 pm. I will send you directions when your RSVP. Cost is $5 or place an order for yourself and the FEE is waived. See you there

TAGS TAGS TAGS..... DEC 7th

Come join us for a fun workshop making CHRISTMAS TAGS.... You will leave with 10 handmade tags ready to finish up your christmas wrapping!
When: Tuesday Dec. 7th
Time: 7:00
Where: Ankeny Iowa
Reserve your spot today!!!
Space is limited

Christmas Card Workshop!!

Do you have your Christmas Cards made? Are you looking for ideas? Here are the 5 cards we will be making for my Christmas Card workshop this Friday! Each person attending will make 5 each of these 5 cards. Christmas cards complete.... CHECK

New Memories in the Making

Well, just a few days after my last post, this little doll came into the world a little bit early, and with a DRAMATIC entrance. I have been in Idaho playing with my newest little grand baby!! Isnt she just precious!! I sat and looked at her for hours.... So many fun memories to look forward to and LOTS of scrapbook layouts in the future! In fact one morning while she was sleeping in my arms (my shift) I sat with the computer by my side and created 10 new layouts using Studio J scrapbooking. Check it out!! It is so fun and easy, I did it ONE HANDED!!

Try out Studio J today!! Click here

CLOSE TO MY HEART BLOG HOP - Christmas Ideas

Welcome to our CLOSE TO MY HEART BLOG HOP! Chances are, you just came from Amy's Blog and saw her great idea. If not, no worries, just continue on from here and enjoy. You will enjoy LOTS of great Christmas ideas as you hop. I had a blast making this fun
CHRISTMAS mini album


Usining the Jingle paper pack and the ALL SORTS album, I created this fun Mini Album. Covering each page, adding dimensional elements, and of course some fun embellishments... great for Any Christmas memories

Each page is colorful and ready to add the memories of your Christmas fun this year!

I held a workshop with my customers with this project and they LOVED it!! Make one or make a dozen! You can get 2 complete albums out of one package of paper.

Now Hop on over to Debbies Blog and see her fantastic Christmas Project!!

CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN - Fall Layouts

Are you getting ready to scrapbook all your FALL memories!! I have just the thing for you!! Join us for our CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN workshop and create a DOZEN Fall/Winter layouts!! You will leave with them all complete....all you need to add is the memories!! Don't live close...or cant come that day...no worries! You can purchase the KIT which will include 12 complete packets to assemble on your own. Each Kit will include a colored photo of the completed page and simple to follow directions! Order yours today. Kits are in limited supply! Order yours today! You will receive 12 complete layout kits for only $50 Here are the layouts we will be creating!! If you can attend it is OCT 23rd from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (lunch is included) Bring your own adhesive of choice. RSVP quickly by emailing me at chris@myctmh.com

NEED SOME INSPIRATION????

Check out the newly added ARTWORK on my website. Just click here and ENJOY!!

Annual CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA workshop coming up

Each year, we hold our Annual CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEA workshop! This year, it will be held on October 5th at 7:00 pm We will each make 5 handmade gift items that you can take home, and re-create for neighbors, co-workers, friends and family. RESERVE your spot early. This one fills up quickly. Cost $5 Or FREE if you place an order. Email me today!! Chris@myctmh.com

Occassions Card Workshop - September

Circle the date SEPTEMBER 28th and join us for a fun night out!! Come make some gorgeous (and some fun) fall cards. You will make 10 cards (2 each of those shown here) Have a friend you want to bring along....just let me know you are coming and how many you are bringing. Email me at Chris@myctmh.com No Charge if you place an order. Otherwise it is just a $5 fee