"caution" page pack

Wednesday is here-and I will be headed home today--what a week.
I thought it was time to represent for the boys out there a layout that they are going to love--big earth movers and dump trucks--what boy doesn't like them!
This page pack if from the Scrapbook Page in Shawnee Kansas but they sell them on line!  YOU MUST MUST MUST check them out--Julie Case is a great designer
This store is one of my all time favs---really it is, they have an AMAZING staff, an assortment that will make you go broke and amazing classes--

I used the diamond plate embossing folder on this one, inked edges, and added some faux stitching!

Even on a boy's layout you can add touches of ribbon!

Hope you have enjoyed this week so far--I had a great time making these--i love the challange of putting your own spin on one of these kits!  Make sure to check out the Scrapbook Page as well--you will not regret it!

Make it a great one!

Have I "toad" you lately..........

So I simply fell in love with this kit from Scrapbook Funaddicts--

I added some of my own signature touches to make the kit mine!  Inking, bling, and a whole lot of cuttlebugging!

I think this little guy really turned out super cute!

It is amazing what a little texture will do to a layout.  You all should check out their on line store.  I paid for these kits so I think they are so worth the money and they have tons to pick from!

I have a couple more boy friendly kits to share over the next couple of days so make sure to come on back to check them out!

WOO Loves you Kit Layout

Well, I am on the road again this week.  This time in Vegas for a trade show called Magic--had nothing to do with tricks and trust me there is no Magic going on!
This week I have a 5 page kits to share.  I simply love a good page kit.  When you have limited time or are in a creative slump, kits are a prefect answer.
Today's kit is from Scrapbook "Fun"addicts--make sure to check them out by clicking on the link when you are through here.  They have tons of fun kits online and they are at so many scrapbook shows through out the year!

I like to make the kits my own by adding inkings, stitching, faux stitching, and of course cuttlebugging!

Thought this one was perfect to share on the 14Th of Feb!  

Hope you all have a special day with the ones you love

Sweetheart Layout using CTMH Paper

Thursday is here and yesterday was a mess here in Dallas--this winter has been crazy--

Here is a double page layout that the map was taken from the Imagine CTMH book and all the papers are CTMH Sweetheart Collection

Because I make a lot of layouts without pictures in mind I label the mats so I can remember what size photo to put on them.

My journal block is a stamp from the On This Day Stamp set (D1468) from CTMH that I heat embossed with Black embossing powder and simple black brads in the corners.

My title was cut using Tie the Knot Cricut Cartridge and I used MS glitter to make it bling--to complete the sweetheart I used one of the new epoxy stickers from CTMH--love these things

On the other half I wanted to add just a little somthing and I love these ribbon flags--I use these when I simply don't know what else to put.  Fold the ribbon in half poke the brad through and attach--if you like you can shape the ribbon tails.
Thanks for stopping by--Friday I will have a few more pics from the superbowl and from the Hall of Fame measurement meetings!
Make it a great one-

Another Sweetheart Collection Card

It's Humday and I am off to NYC for the night--yet one more tirp.  I looked up my miles for 2011 and I already have almost 50K flown and it's only Feburary!!!!!

I really love how this card came out-

All the papers are from CTMH Sweetheart collection.  The buttons, black jute, and epoxy stickers are all from the new idea book.  I love these new buttons!!!!

I used a fillable frame from Paper Trey Ink and the matching border stamp, but my sentiment is CTMH all the way.  When I layer up the pattern papers I like to give it a grounding element like the black mat.  This also helps the eye know what to focus on.  

I added some of the same pattern paper I used on the smallest section of the outside to the inside as well as a large epoxy heart sticker--I love these new stickers--they are a must have!!!

Of course I had to give the envelope a little attention as well!
Thursday I have a two page layout to share that is perfect for remember a special date or simple capturing the moments shared on the day of love, FEB 14, which is MONDAY BTW!
Make it a great one-

I 'heart' U card using Sweetheart CTMH Collection

Good Day!  Last night was my first night at home on, forever, and I could almost keep my eyes open.  I have a great little card to share with you that I made using all Close to My Heart products and my Cricut. 

All the paper came from the Sweetheart Collection--all the ribbon epoxy stickers, and pearls are from CTMH as well. 

I cut the I and the U using the Billionaire Cricut Lite Cartridge.  I layered pattern paper on to a black base then used my sewing machine to stitch around the edges.  Instead of putting brads in the corners I used black pearls!

The inside of the card is simple--I made a rectangle to mirror the front and used a CTMH stamp for the sentiment--added a bit of black ribbon, attached it to the double mat and did some faux stitching. 

To finish off the envelope I used three epoxy heart stickers from CTMH and inked the edges--clean and simple--just the way I like it. 

I have one more card and a two page layout to share with you and Friday sees the return of Friday Funday with a Super Bowl recap and a few pictures!

Make it a great one-

Sweetheart Work Shop on the Go from Close to My Heart

Hey everyone--is it Monday already?  Well since I got back it has been non-stop and today is no different!
The super bowl was great and I had an amazing time!  I will share pics later this week once I get a chance to upload them all.
Today I have the monthly video featuring the Work Shop on the Go from Close to My Heart.
Check out all that  comes in the kit:



Since this is the first one of the new idea book--I thought I would change it up a bit.  I will still do the feature video to show you the paper, stamps, and trims; but now instead of making the projects in the workshop (which you get very detailed instructions in the kit for both the cards and the 2 page layout) I thought I would make a few original projects to give a little more inspiration to get those creative juices flowing!
Enjoy