Emporium Artwork

Need an idea on what to do with your Emporium paper. If you don't have the Emporium paper you will want it after you see this cute double page layout. Go to http://www.luciag.myctmh.com/ if you are wanting to order this paper. Imagine: Monologue™ was used to create these pages. The recipe is below with what was used to create these pages.

Sponging
Dab sponge in ink pad.
Hold paper in one hand.
Hold sponge in opposite hand.
Swipe sponge on edge of paper. (For a soft look, lightly swipe sponge on paper.)

Random Stamping
Stamp image in the corner of the paper.
Continue stamping image, in a triangle pattern, until it covers desired area. (Keep stamped images about 1" away from each other.)
Stamp off edges of paper, as well, creating a finished look. 12" x 12" LayoutImagine: Monologue™To re-create the layout as shown here, follow the helpful hints as outlined. For more detailed information on how to assemble the featured project, print out the

Helpful Hints

Using Cocoa ink and the sponging technique, apply ink to the edges of some of the papers.
Using Cocoa ink, create a title. Cut out each letter.
Using the Vineyard Berry marker, apply ink to the small flower image and stamp on cardstock. Repeat as desired. Trim the images.
Attach stamped images and My Stickease™ artwork as desired.

Recipe

x7105b Emporium Level 2 Paper

x7105c Emporium Level 2 Stickease

d1330 Connections Stamp Set

d1343 Love Language Stamp Set

z2114 Cocoa Ink Pad

z2357 Vineyard Berry Marker

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

Unforgettable Artwork for Kit of the Month Club

The sun is out!! Wahoo!! I feel like cleaning the whole house. Truthfully, I feel like scrapbooking a whole album. :) What are you planning on creating today?

For those of you who are in my Kit of the Month Clubs these are the two pages we will be making in March. This is the Unforgettable paper. If you are wondering where you can find this paper in the book it is on pages 20-23 in the Spring 2009 Idea Book.


If you would like to be the hostess of a workshop where we make these pages please contact me.



Helping you preserve your memories,



Lucia

February's SOTM Easter Egg Artwork

There are lots of different things that can be done with February's Easter Egg Stamp of the Month. It is a very versatile stamp set.

This stamp set is only available until February 28th.

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

Key to my Heart Wall Hanging

What a wet day! When it rains it is a good time to curl up with a few of your favorite stamps to make a great project. I used the Key to my Heart paper on this 6"x6" Accordion Album Wall Hanging. This is would be a great gift for someone who just moved into a new home. This would also make good end of the year teacher gifts. Sunday school teachers appreciate little gifts too.

HOME Memory Showcase Wall Album Recipe

My Acrylix® Key to My Heart Key to My Heart Paper Packet

Z2165 Juniper Exclusive Inks™ Pad

Z2166 Tulip Exclusive Inks™ Pad

Z2164 Sorbet Exclusive Inks™ Pad

Z2167 Crème Brulee Exclusive Inks™ Pad

Z1062 Dimensional Elements Monograms “H”

Z1069 Dimensional Elements Monograms “O”

Z1067 Dimensional Elements Monograms “M”

Z1059 Dimensional Elements Monograms “E”

Z1131 Designer Ribbon Rounds™ Crème Brulee Collection

Z1285 Holiday Craft Buttons

Z1118 Mini-Medley Accents Spring Blossom Assortment

Z1195 6” x 6” My Creations™ Memory Showcase

Z268 3-D Foam Squares

Z1297 Edge Distresser

Z1091 Finishing Files

Z697 Sponge

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

Mary's Cookie Sheet Memo Board Workshop

We had a fun time at Mary's Workshop making these cute Cookie Sheet Memo Boards. We used the Good Time paper.

Call or email me if you would like to schedule your own workshop with your group of friends.

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

Mediterranean Cruise with Close to my Heart

I earned this Mediterranean Cruise with Close to my Heart. What a blessing Close to my Heart has been for my family. Honestly, who really gets to go on a seven day Cruise to Europe? We got gifts every night from Close to my Heart, plus we were in a balcony room. It was an amazing adventure for my family. This was our first port on the island of Malta. It was a beautiful island. English is their first language here. They drive on the opposite side of the road so that was a little weird. Our driver thought she was a race car driver but we were in a open top jeep.

This is where the movie Popeye with Robin Williams was filmed. The water was beautiful. I could picture myself having a little holiday cottage there. :) (Alright, you could visit too).

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

Let's celebrate 25 years with free stamps!

It’s Our Anniversary!
Celebrate our birthday and get a free* stamp set.

YOU’VE PROBABLY NEVER SEEN AN ANNIVERSARY LIKE THIS ONE! To kick off our 25th anniversary as a leader and innovator in the stamping business, Close To My Heart is giving all of our stamp purchasers a fabulous gift! When you spend $25 in stamps (Customized Name and Stamp of the Month excluded), you’ll receive a custom-designed B-size My Acrylix®
Good Times stamp set (retail value $13.95), packed with fun and versatile party-inspired images, for FREE!* This beautifully crafted set will be a perfect addition to your stamp collection.

So…let’s celebrate! Here’s to the next 25 years of happy stamping and Good Times!

*Offer good February 3–28, 2009. Tax and shipping/handling may apply.

February Emporium Kit of the Month Club Layouts

I can't believe how much snow we have. The sun is shining today so it makes me feel better even though I know it is cold outside. I need the energy because I am trying to get my house organized which is a huge project. It is amazing how much stuff you can accumulate in a few years. I have been cleaning out my scrapbook room. I had saved every single item I had ever bought since I had started scrapbooking. I have 5 1/2 years of supplies! I am getting rid of products so that I can buy more. :) haha

For those of you who are in my Kit of the Month Clubs these are the two pages we will be making in February. This is the Emporium paper. If you are wondering where you can find this paper in the book it is on pages 16-19 in the Spring 2009 Idea Book. The kids on these pages belong to one of the ladies I went on the Cruise with. How cool is that?!



Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia

I am a blogger (at least I think I am)!

Welcome to my blog. I started this blog a year ago but hadn't done anything with it until now. So please be patient as I learn how to blog. I decided it was time for me to share my artwork and Close to my Heart with everyone. I will be updating regularly so bookmark my blog so you can see what the latest projects are for my workshops, clubs and the latest promotions from Close to my Heart.


There are only a few days left to get in on this beautiful Key to my Heart promotion that ends on January 31st.

CLOSE TO MY HEART IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE NATIONAL PAPERCRAFTING MONTH—a January sensation that celebrates all the amazing things you can create with paper and a little creativity. And to make it even more fun, we’re offering a fantastic kit that will enhance every one of your projects.

The gorgeous new Key to My Heart Level 2 paper packet features all of our luscious
new exclusive colors: Tulip, Juniper, Sorbet, and Crème Brulee. The packet is
accompanied by the awesome new E-size My Acrylix® Key to My Heart stamp set
brimming with elegant, charming designs. It’s a great combo with a retail value of
$47.90—and from December 16 through January 31 it can be yours at substantial
savings, or even FREE!

Fun for All!

Celebrating National Papercrafting Month
What’s more, hostesses can get the kit FREE with a Home Gathering sales total
of $400 or more. And if you join Close To My Heart between January 1–31, you’ll
receive the kit FREE in your New Consultant Kit.
National Papercrafting Month promises something for everyone!

Helping you preserve your memories,

Lucia