Easy layout using scraps

 What do you do when you have used up most of a pack of paper?  Well if you have just one piece of patterned paper and some coordinating cardstock you can create this quick and easy layout.

Supplies

You will need one patterned paper and a coordinating cardstock. The Close to My Heart Patterned paper is two sided with a patterned zip strip. This allows you to create this layout using only one piece of patterned paper because you use both sides in the design.

Basic Cutting instructions

• Patterned paper -

  • Cut off the zip strip and cut this into two lengths: 3 ½” and 2”

  • Position the paper in your trimmer right side up (like you want the design to be in the finished layout). Now cut off two 1” strips from the side.

  • Turn the paper 90 degrees (so it is on its side)and cut it in half at 6”. This will give you two 6” x 10” pieces.

• Cardstock -

  • Cut two ½” strips from one end of the paper.

  • Cut a piece 4 ½” x 6 ½”.

Assembly instructions

• Adhere the 1” and ½” strips flush at the top of the page. The cardstock has a dark and light side so make sure to pay attention when adhering.

• Adhere the 6 “x 10” pieces up 1” from the bottom and in 1” from the sides of your base pages.

• Next position your photos as desired on the pages using the cardstock as photo mat and using the zip strips for embellishment at the top of two pictures.

I hope you've enjoyed this quick layout.  

Lovely page class

 The lovely paper that we worked with a month ago is still one of my favorites.   

I'm now putting pictures on those pages - from 2014 of my daughter's wonderful wedding planning weekend that she held for her bridesmaids (and invited me too)!!  And so I think I will be ordering some more of the paper to make some more pages!!!   I'm so glad this paper collection is included in the annual catalog so that we can still get it.  

And in response to many requests, CTMH has added PML cards to this collection!!!   Take a look at these:  

Lovely PML cards

If you missed my other post about the pages we created, come check them out: 

    https://scrapwithclass.blogspot.com/2021/01/hello-lovely-pages.html   

Happy Crafting! 

Lisa.

Home Sweet Home

 This Home Sweet Home project works well with a frame or without a frame.   And you can use the pre designed circles or create your own.  All the components are sold separately so you can purchase only the pieces you want.  

CTMH did a video on this project and created a whole bunch of circles.  I love the ones with photos!  What a great gift idea for family, teachers, and really anyone.

The talented Wendy Kessler made a whole set of Disney themed designs.

 

I am going to use mine without a frame because it will make a great, lightweight decoration for the RV.  I made these designs for hubby to celebrate his retirement.  

I used Cricut shapes and also bits and pieces of things I had in my stash.  The sand castle was never getting used on a scrapbooking page, but it will be great on one of the circles.  

And I love how easy it will be to change these up.  Just take one circle off, and put another one up!!! 

Take a look in your current catalog or online for all the details.

Offers good until Feb. 28th or while supplies last.

Happy Creating! 

Lisa.

Here are the two videos CTMH did with these projects: 

https://www.facebook.com/101779776122/videos/403233700976765
  

https://www.facebook.com/101779776122/videos/167920088450769

Happiness Lives Here

 I have been working on another CTMH Scrapbooking kit this week.  I really enjoy getting everything I need all in one bundle and making fancy pages.  Of course it is always fun to change them up a bit and make them my own. 

This one is so fun!!  And easy to put together because the elements are all punch outs.  

Where the Heart is - such a wonderful layout with the house.  

All of these pages are completed using only what is in the G1221 kit.  When you order, you will receive the kit contents and well as full color printed instructions.  

This paper is only available through the end of February, so don't miss it.  And take a look at the other coordinating items that match this paper.  

Happiness Lives Here

Happy Crafting! 

Lisa.

Hello Lovely pages!!

 I'm so excited about the Lovely paper pack in the CTMH core catalog.  I especially like the pages of the leaves in the pretty spring colors. 

I knew I wanted to create with this paper, but was unsure of what to do with it.  And then a fellow consultant created a workshop with this paper pack - one that makes 21 pages!!!  

So take a look at a few of the designs and then get your paper ordered so that I can email you a copy of the workshop instructions!!

Here are the basic materials you will need:

X8015S Lovely Paper Packet + Sticker Sheet 

X8015C  Lovely Coordinating Cardstock

1385 White Daisy Cardstock

Embellishments used in the workshop: 

Z3845 Love this Wood Titles

Z3869 Wood Hearts

Z7000 Blue Belle Pearls

There are also thin cuts used with this workshop to create borders, and bows, and flowers.  If you are interested in purchasing the tools used in this workshop, email me and I'll get the list to you.  

Happy Crafting! 

Lisa.

Holiday Sales

 Close to My Heart has announced that they will have a Black Friday as well as a Cyber Monday sale.  I have no idea what will be on sale - but they stated it will be existing and retired product!!  

Make sure you are on their email list and you will be emailed details on the morning of the sale. 

And make sure to check it out early in the day because product goes fast!!

Sale starts at 3pm Mountain Time which is 5pm Eastern time on Friday!!

Black Friday Sale Page

Serenity Paper Collection

 The blue colors in this paper are just stunning.  I will definitely be ordering extra of this paper!

First of all I created the page layouts in the scrapbook workshop kit.  (G1218)  I love that three different techniques taught using one embossing folder to get three different looks.  

I think this was my favorite - using ink and an embossing folder.  It was super easy and is beautiful!

Having punched out areas made this page very easy to assemble. 

And this layout is easier than it looks like it would be.  I love the torn papers around the edge.  

I really like this paper, so I am also going to make some extra matching layouts using the paper and sticker packet (X7263S) along with the coordinating cardstock that comes with glitter paper (X7263C).

There is also a beautiful card kit available (G1220)

For those that would like a list of coordinating products, check out the supplies listed in the catalog with each kit.  They will list extra, optional items.  And you can preview the kit directions before purchasing the kit.  

CTMH will be hosting virtual events creating with this paper, and they will teach you all these wonderful techniques.  If you are in my area, I will be hosting a get together on Dec. 14th so we can work on Serenity.

So get your orders in! 

And earn 15% credit if you are a VIP!

Serenity Paper Collection

Christmas Cards

 So today I found out that the Comfort and Joy Cardmaking Kit has sold out.  However, you will still be able to make Christmas cards with this paper!!  

Just order the Paper and Sticker pack (X7261S)  and then the card making stamp and thin cut set (Z3773) and you will be all set!! 

Here are a few cards that I have made!!  (Thanks to inspiration from Kim Wolff and Sandy Zimmer)!!  I will be creating a cutting guide for these cards so you can duplicate any that you wish.  I used a combination of old stamps and current stamps.  

And these are such fun cards!  I have been having so much fun coloring these gnomes.  These will also be included in the cutting guide. 

Order card supplies from my website and email me and I'll get the cutting guide right to you!  

Happy crafting!!

Comfort & Joy Collection

I am looking forward to creating with this holiday paper.  I just haven't gotten into it yet!!  But it is retiring at the end of this month, so order now if you want to create with us in November!!  And I'll post my samples as I create them!!  

The scrapbooking kit is going to be a lot of fun!  And will create some beautiful layouts for this year's Christmas pictures!   G1214 Comfort & Joy Scrapbooking Kit

But since you can never have too many layouts for Christmas, I order the paper and sticker pack as well as some extra bling.   Comfort & Joy Collection

This paper collection is also the one I will use to create a variety of Christmas cards.  I will create a cutting guide for all the samples so that you can create cards as well.    I will start with the Comfort & Joy card making kit and then build on that with extra paper and some extra stamp sets.  

G1216 Card Kit

Z3459 Window Thin Cuts

B1721 By the Fireplace

Here is a list of the supplies I ordered for this months creations.  Order your favorites and then email me to get a copy of the Christmas Card cutting guide.

https://scrapwithclass.closetomyheart.com/

Don't forget to order your card bases too!!  

Become a VIP Customer and get 15% credit on every order!! 

Happy Crafting!

Bloom with Grace Collection

This is such a beautiful paper collection.  And it is available until the end of October.   Don't miss out!!

The scrapbooking kit contains six beautiful pages that are all ready for you to assemble with the included color directions.   Of course, I like to tweak the layouts to fit my needs, and I love how easy it is to do that with the extra included paper.   

And if you prefer to design your own pages or want to do some extras, then the paper packs are just what you need.  Ordering the paper and sticker pack allows me to create more pages and cards.  And this paper collection certainly was fun to create with! 

And of course you have to add stamps and markers!!! 

But to keep it simple, you can just use the Picture My Life set to make very quick and easy cards.  Katy Taylor, a very talented CTMH consultant, shared this video on making these types of cards.  It is fabulous!  
https://youtu.be/7lXMWrfaHqk

Here is a shopping list of all things coordinating with Bloom with Grace.  Let me know if you have any questions!!  

I have another pack of paper and a card kit that I will be working on this week.  So stayed tuned for more pictures.  But in the meantime, get these supplies ordered before they retire at the end of the month.  

https://scrapwithclass.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=Bloom+with+Grace

Happy Crafting, 

Lisa.