July Workshop - Splendor

This is my 2nd post today. My computer is on the "fritz" and I haven't been able to get to a computer to update. Hopefully, it will be repaired by next week and I will be back. I have several things I would like to post such as my middle daughter getting her learner's license (Watch out!) and my husband and I just celebrated our 13th anniversary!

Our next meeting will be July 17th at Crossroads Church of God at 1:30pm. The paper pack is called Spendor (not Splenda) and it is so cute for summery pages.

Here are the details.

Basic 18.90
Z7148B Splendor Level 2 Paper Pack 12.95
Z1307 Pizzazz Chipboard Die Cuts 4.95
Workshop Guide 1.00


Better 29.95

G1009 Splendor Level 2 Paper Pack
Pizzazz Chipboard Die Cuts
Workshop Guide plus
My Acrylix Summer Wishes Stamp

Best 37.85
G1009 Splendor Level 2 Kit 29.95
Z1215 Brads- Autumn Assortment 4.95
Z1313 Glitz Stardust Glitter Glue 2.95


We will also be using the following:


E1016 My Acrylix Friendship Alphabet-Lg 34.95
Z2111 Chocolate Ink Pad 5.25
Z2123 Goldrush Ink Pad 5.25
Z2155 Topiary Ink Pad 5.25
Z697 Sponge 1.25
Y1001 1"x1.5" Acrylic Block 4.50
Y1004 2.5"x2.5" Acrylic Block 7.50
Y1005 1"x6.5" Acrylic Block 6.50

Here is a picture of the second layout that you can make using the Splendor Paper.


If you live out of town and want me to ship it to you add $5.00 for shipping and handling.

Jackpot June Days

On goodie box days… you can purchase one box filled with popular products at 50% or more off retail value! Each goodie box day will feature different surprise items, so you can score a wide variety of current and recently retired products.
On jackpot days… 5 products will be offered for sale at discounted prices. One of the 5 products is the mystery jackpot item for that day, but we’re not telling which—exciting, isn’t it! If you happen to order the mystery jackpot item, we’ll reward you with one or more FREE Close To My Heart products, with shipping included on the free items! If you purchase all 5 products, you’re guaranteed to hit the jackpot! There’s no purchase limit—if you order multiple secret jackpot items, we’ll send you the same number of free items.
These special offers include discounted shipping/handling and are only available on your Consultant’s MyCTMH® website. Check back every day for the latest offer.
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May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

Welcome to the May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! This month's SOTM is called Cherish the Moment and it's a fun set of 8 plaques to use on cards or scrapbook pages. There are over 60 consultants hopping this month so sit back and enjoy your "hop".

Helen Onulak
http://www.hookedonstamping.com/
Kathleen Androlewicz
http://bowlofstamps.blogspot.com/
Katy Donaldson
http://www.scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/
Susan Brooks
http://stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/
Beth Naumann
http://www.bethscreativeblock.blogspot.com/
Jamia Bankhead
http://papermadnessinc.blogspot.com/
Chris Shouse
http://houseostamps.wordpress.com/
Tammy Lea Pinchard
http://mycreativeclubhouse.blogspot.com/
Lori Brown
http://www.savingmine.blogspot.com/
Carla Ironside
http://carlacreates.blogspot.com/
Melissa Burch
http://melissaburch.blogspot.com/
Carol Horton
http://carol-scrappininparadise.blogspot.com/
Debra Van Patten
http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/
Sheila Bennett
http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/
Kim O’Rear
http://kimorear.blogspot.com/
Brae Montgomery
http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com/
Dawn Ross
http://iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/
Amy Edwards
http://paisleysplayhouse.blogspot.com/
Michelle Loncar
http://michelleloncar.blogspot.com/
Sarita Schraeder
http://www.blessedscrapper.com/
Jenifer Benner
http://www.jensmessystudio.com/
Traci Godbee
http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/
Mary Eisen
http://mestamp2.blogspot.com/
Georgia Hauglid
http://inkygeorgia.blogspot.com/
Kimberly Smith
http://verykimberry.blogspot.com/
Krista Ritskes
http://kristaritskes-simplycreating.blogspot.com/
Angela Tutton
http://www.tuttonstreasures.blogspot.com/
Jen Patrick
http://roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/
Danielle Chapman
http://cupcake-stamper.blogspot.com/
Laurie Newton
http://www.scrapsfromthebeach.blogspot.com/
Terrie Dodd
http://www.my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/
Laura Dame
http://www.thecroppersconnection.blogspot.com/
Latisha Haag
http://domestichomefrontcoordinator.blogspot.com/
Shirley Ross
http://www.momnmescrap.blogspot.com/
Deb Young
http://www.scrapbookczar.blogspot.com/
Misty Jackson
http://www.misstscraps.blogspot.com/
Kami Welter
http://www.scrappin4memories.blogspot.com/
Melissa Laverty
http://www.fancymelissa.com/
Shannon Buck
http://stampinbuds.blogspot.com/
Teri Baxter
http://www.themidnightartist.blogspot.com/
Annette Green
http://annettescreativejourney.blogspot.com/
Jessica Booth
http://jessicabooth.blogspot.com/
Judy Burger
http://www.makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/
Lori Miller
http://clearlyfromtheheart.blogspot.com/
Haley Dyer
http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Jody Gustafson
http://www.cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/
Jen Rubio
http://jenrubio.blogspot.com/
Pamela O’Connor
http://cherishyourmemories.blogspot.com/
Carol Loftus
http://www.carolloftus.blogspot.com/
Kristie Herdener
http://www.goofyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Alison Mullen
http://www.stickygirlstamps.com/
Antoinette Herrin
http://www.godblessyourart.blogspot.com/
Caren Goldstein
http://www.scrappycaren.blogspot.com/
Traci Law
http://www.papercraftingprincess.com/
Wanda Riley
http://creatingwithwanda.blogspot.com/
Melinda Everitt
http://ifyoublingittheywillcome.blogspot.com/
Nicole Griggs
http://nicolescreativezone.blogspot.com/
Cindy Leek
http://www.paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/
Dawn Heuft
http://stamptildawn.blogspot.com/
Adeline Brill
http://www.adeline-brill.blogspot.com/
Sylvia Jacquot
http://stampinsylvia.blogspot.com/

Don't forget you can get it FREE with a qualifying purchase. Contact me if you would like to order this set or you can order it here but don't wait...it is only available during the month of May.

Studio J available...Tuesday, April 27th!

What is Studio J?

Studio J is our AMAZING new digital scrapbooking Program. Using Studio J is simple. You upload pictures, choose the CTMH paper kit you want to scrapbook with, select the layout that will work for the numbers of pictures you want to use and then you embellish...with Stickease, buttons, metals, titles, distressing and more.

What is Studio J™ Design Software?

Studio J™is free online scrapbooking design software brought to you by Close To My Heart. Studio J helps you easily create custom-printed two-page layouts using our foundational scrapbook patterns, exclusive color palette, and themed designs all delivered in 12" × 12" custom prints ready for your albums. It's a snap!

Is Studio J easy to use?
Studio J software is extremely intuitive and easy to use. The program walks you through five steps that include:

uploading your photos;
choosing your desired themed kit;
selecting an exclusive layout pattern;
adding photos, embellishments, titles, and journaling;
and purchasing custom-printed layouts ready for a cherished album.
It's super simple and extremely fun to use!

I love Close To My Heart products. Will Studio J use the same great papers, patterns, colors, and embellishments?

Of course! If you love Close To My Heart's scrapbooking philosophy, then you will love Studio J. Learn more about Close To My Heart's scrapbooking philosophy and products.

Do I need to download any software to my computer to use Studio J?

Not at all! You only need an Internet connection, and then you simply log in to your Consultant's MyCTMH website or visit www.studioj.com to get started. Feel free to design to your heart's content-you are not required to buy anything or provide any personal information to get started!

Can I save what I am working on and come back to it later?

You bet! You can create a customer profile at http://www.nancyhoover.myctmh.com./that allows you to save and return to a project in progress at a later time. Your active projects will be saved for up to 90 days, giving you plenty of time to work on them. You extend that timeline for your active projects by 90 days each time you make a purchase, and your purchased projects will remain archived for one full year after purchase.

Do I need a printer that can print 12" × 12" pages to use Studio J?

No. Your Studio J layouts are not available for you to print from a home computer. In fact, we take care of the printing for you. When you purchase your designed layouts, we print and ship them quickly and directly to you using only top quality printing technology and archival-quality papers.

What is the price?

You are not charged a thing until you order your custom prints. The price per printed two-page layout is $12.95 US / $14.95 CAN. We also offer some fantastic rewards for larger orders. You can receive FREE Memory Protectors® to protect your layouts in your albums, and FREE shipping/handling based on the number of layout prints you purchase in a single order as follows:

For 5-9 layout purchases: You'll receive a pack of 5 Memory Protectors FREE!
For 10-20 layout purchases: You'll receive FREE shipping/handling PLUS a FREE pack of 5 Memory Protectors for every 5 layouts in your single order.

When can I begin creating with Studio J?

Tuesday April 27, 2010 at 8 a.m. mountain time.If you have any questions, I am MORE than happy to answer them. Email me at nancyhoover@hotmail.com or call me at (912)294-2163.

Zippidee Kit of the Month Workshop

Join me for the Zippideee Kit of the Month Workshop on May 22nd!
With this fun kit you will be able to create (2) 2-page layouts and some cards with the full-color instructional brochure included. Isn't this paper adorable! This is a sneak peek of one of the new paper packs in the Summer Idea Book.

Here are the different kits available:

Basic Kit
Includes:
X7125B Zippidee Level 2 Paper Packet 12.95
Z1312 Dimensional Elements- Stars 3.95
Workshop Guide 1.00
Total 17.20

Better Kit
Includes:
G1011 Zippidee Level 2 Paper Packet
Dimensional Elements- Stars
Workshop Guide AND
My Acrylix Ticket to Ride Stamp Set
(valued at 31.85)
Total 29.95

Best Kit

Includes:
G1011 Zippidee Better Kit AND 29.95
Z1285 Holiday Craft Buttons 7.95
Z282 Black Hemp 2.25
Total 40.15

All Prices Shown are before taxes and shipping/handling charges.

Other items you will need to finish this project if you are not at the workshop:

E1015 My Acrylix® Cocktail Alphabet $34.95
Z2105 Black Exclusive Inks® Pad $5.25
Z2116Cranberry Exclusive Inks® Pad$5.25
Z1091Finishing Files$5.95
Y10011" × 1 1/2" My Acrylix® Block$4.50
Y10032" × 2" My Acrylix® Block$6.50
Y10051" × 6 1/2" My Acrylix® Block$6.50

This is the additional layout that you can finish with this kit. I can just see pictures of my 2 grandsons on this layout.

Deadline for ordering this kit is May 5th. Contact me at nancyhoover@hotmail.com if you are interested in joining me on that date or any questions. Even if you can't join us, you can buy this kit and complete it at home.

Veranda Display Album Workshop

Today I conducted a Display Album Workshop. I was inspired by an album that a very talented consultant Karen Pederson made...heck, who am I kidding, I scraplifted it. You can see her very beautiful album here. I changed the paper from the Veranda Creative Basic to the Veranda Level 2 Paper pack and made 24 pages instead of 12.

I think I will put some of my favorite photos in this album instead of giving it away for Mother's Day. LOL!

Contact me if you are interested in doing this. You still have time before Mother's Day to get the materials and make it.

Front Cover

Page 1

Page 2

Page 3

Page 4

Page 5

Page 6

Page 7

Page 8

Page 9

Page 10

Page 11

Page 12

Page 13

Page 14

Page 15

Page 16

Page 17

Page 18

Page 19

Page 20

Page 21

Page 22

Page 23

Page 24

Back Cover

Sneak Peek of Miracle

May is National Scrapbooking Month. Each year Close To My Heart offers some kind of special kit to celebrate this great month. This year is no exception!

Join the National Scrapbooking Month celebration with this special Miracle kit offer. It's a beautiful spring-themed scrapbooking kit that includes new, coordinating B&T Duos® die-cut papers, B&T Duos, Irresistibles™ chipboard die-cuts, My Stickease® adhesive images, Flip Flaps™, plus more favorite accessories and papers. We're also including an instruction brochure for easily creating two beautiful two-page layouts—with no stamping required! Give your customers this opportunity to get a Miracle scrapbooking kit FREE or at a discount during the campaign. Here are the details:

From April 15 (at 9 am MT) –May 31:

Purchase the kit outright for $19.95 (CC1009).
Place a minimum order of $40 (excluding Studio J™ orders) and purchase the kit for only $10 (CC1009A).
Place a minimum order of $60(excluding Studio J orders) and purchase the kit for only $5 (CC1009B).

Host a Home Gathering with minimum sales of $300 and receive a kit FREE! (CC1009C)


From May 1–31, sign up as a new Consultant between and receive a kit FREE!

I hope to play some this weekend and post pictures. Please check back!