Deck the Palms 8 Page Scrapbook Kit-- pre-cut

 Hi everyone,

just wanted to get a post in before Christmas.  CTMH has a promotional line called 'Deck the Palms'.  I used this kit to create an 8-page scrapbook kit.

The kit is pre-cut and contains everything you need to complete 8 pages:  Cricut cuts, patterned paper, cardstock, embellishments and more!

The kits will begin to ship next week.  Please let me know if you'd like kit.

Thanks, Maureen

Please click HERE to order your kit.

Thanks and happy holidays, Maureen

Christmas Cards by Maureen

Hello,

yes, I've been busy!  I've been working on this card ensemble for a couple of weeks.  I just finished it.

Below are the cards contained in the kit.  It includes 6 cards, 1 of which is a shaker card.

The card kit contains all items cut and stamped.  Just assemble and send out to your close ones.  I've only made 12 of these kits.  They will ship later this week.  Please be sure to order your set.

To order, click HERE.

Thanks, Maureen

CTMH Holly & Ivy Scrapbook Kit by Maureen

Hi everyone,

I hope you had a nice Thanksgiving!  I went to my sister's house and was able to sit back and relax.  No cooking for me:)

I just finished up a scrapbook kit based on the CTMH Holly & Ivy line.  This paper line sold out completely at CTMH.  Luckily, I purchased the kits months ago.

This paper line is classic, nostalgic. The deer add a nice flair.

Below is the kit that I created.  All elements of the kit are pre-cut and ready for you to assemble.

The kits are complete and ready to ship.  To order yours, please click HERE.  

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

Summer Vibes Scrapbook Kit

 Hi everyone,

I'm here to share a summer kit that I designed using the CTMH Summer Vibes paper line.  This paper line came out over a year ago.  Sometimes I purchase the paper and make the kits when the inspiration hits.  Well, the inspiration finally hit!

This kit will work perfect for all things summer-- picnics, beach, cook-outs and all things fun!

If you'd like to purchase a kit, then please click HERE.

Thanks for stopping by,

Maureeen

CTMH November SOTM Blog Hop

Hello and welcome to the November SOTM Blog Hop!  If you came her from Becca-Expressions Blog, then you are on the right path.  Should you get lost along the way, please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all the participants.

For my project, I used the stamp set to document my youngest daughter's HS graduation.  My daughter and her friend lead the Pledge Allegiance to Flag because both joined the National Guard as reservists.  I haven't seen my daughter since she left in June for Boot Camp and Military Police training.

Thankfully, we will see next week as she graduates from the National Guard and Military Police-- can't wait!

Here's a close of the sentiment.  It worked perfectly!

If you'd like to get the SOTM for only $5 or for free and don't have a CTMH consultant, then please let me know.

Next up is Stefani Ewing.  Please see Stefani's Blog and all of the consultants' blog.

Thank you, Maureen

CTMH Card Kit

Hi, I'm back again!  This time, I'm here to share a card kit that I recently created.

The card kit has a variety of sentiments, ranging from Thank You, Birthday and Get Well Wishes.

Here is a close up of the Macron and Coffee cards.  I actually made a bunch of these cards for myself.  I know I will be sending these to friends:)

The next set of cards are to well wishes.  If you missed out on purchasing the retiring Butterfly thin cut set, then please let me know.  I have 2 left.

The last two cards are for Thank You and Birthday Wishes.

Well, those are the 6 cards that come with this kit.  If you purchase a stamp set or are one of my VIPs, then kit is only $22.  Regular cost is $27.

Please click here to CTMH Store for items or Kits.

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

Products used:

 

CTMH Boo Crew Scrapbook LO

Hi and happy October!

Fall is my favorite time of the year.  Love these cooler, sunny days and colder nights.  

Before we know it, Halloween will be here.  To help get you read to document your Halloween events, I created a 4 page scrapbook LO.

I paired this line with Canary and Green Apple.  To make it interactive, I added two shakers!  Here's a closer look at the Spooky Shaker title.

If you'd like to order this kit, please click here Maureen's KIts.

Thanks for stopping by,

Maureen

CTMH Sept/Oct Catalog New Product Blog Hop

Hello,

Welcome to the CTMH Sept/Oct Catalog Blog Hop!  If you've come here from Lauren's CTMH Crafting Blog, then you are on the right path.  Should you get lost along the way, then please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all participants.

Fall is my favorite time of year.  So, I just could not resist working with the Pumpkin Spice paper line!  Here are two layouts that I created.  

To create these layouts, I used the Pumpkin Spice paper and sticker pack, September SOTM, Papaya Shimmer Trim, and the Pumpkin Spice Wood Stickers. For the splattering effect, I used Gilt Gloss spray and the Sapphire Shimmer Brush.

I hope this post has inspired you to get ready for fall.  If you'd like to order any of these items and don't have a consultant, then please see My Store. After I complete the third LO,  I will be making this available for purchase.  Please come back and check out My Kits tab.

Next up is Darlys Recker.  Please be sure to visit Darlys Blog and all of the Maker's blogs.

Thanks, Maureen

CTMH Core Catalog New Product Blog Hop

Hi and welcome to the CTMH Core Catalog New Product Blog Hop!!  If you came here from Gina's Blog then you are on the right path. Should you get lost along the way, then please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all the participants.

The annual catalog is full of goodies!  I chose to make some cards using the new 'As You Grow' paper line.  This paper is great for both feminine and masculine cards, as one side of the paper is for girls and the other boys.

The first card uses the 'Pumpkin Treats' stamp and thin cut stamps.  My friends are crazy for all things pumpkin and coffee, so I'll get a good use of this stamp:)

The second card is a slimline card using the 'Ooh la la Macarons' stamp and thin cut stamp.  I just love Macarons, along with my daughters, so I'll use this stamp a lot!  Also, if you haven't done so already, check out all the new slimline thin cuts.  They make creating slimlines easy!

The next card uses 'Rustic Sign Sentiments' stamp and thin cut set.  Just as the name implies, this set has many sentiments-- Happy Birthday, Miss You, Love, and Get Well.  You many have noticed that I used a pop of color on all of these cards-- Wild Berry, the CTMH color of the year.

The last card uses a stamp set from the Seasonal catalog called 'Thoughtful Critters' stamp and thin cut set.  I just couldn't resist pairing this set with the As You Grow paper line.

Well, I hope this post has inspired you to create some cards.  If you do not have a consultant and would like to purchase any CTMH products, then please contract me or visit My Store.

Please be sure to visit all of the CTMH Blog Hop participants.  Next up is the My Heartfelt Sentiments.

Thank you, Maureen

 

CTMH Smarty Pants Scrapbook Kit

Hi everyone,

It may be back to school for some of you.  This is the first time in 20 years that I don't have a child in grade K-12 !!  It seems like yesterday that I was dropping one of my daughters off to school or at the bus stop.  My father always told me that once children start school that life goes by so quickly.  Boy, was her right!

Even though I did not take any pictures this year, I still have lots of catching up to do!  Here is a scrapbook kit that I made to help document all the Back To School stuff-- the first day, the school photos and just having fun:)

To create this kit, I used CTMH's new line called Smarty Pants.  Using my Cricut and stamps, I created some titles-- 2 Cool 4 School and Picture Perfect.  I also used the sticker sheet for the third title.

This kit is ready to ship.  If you'd like to order one, then please kit HERE.

Thanks for stopping by,

Maureen

September SOTM CTMH Blog Hop

Hello,

Welcome to the SOTM Blog Hop!  This hop is one big circle.  If you've come here from Gina's Blog, then you are on the right path!  Should you get lost along the way, the please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all participants.

The SOTM has 16 stamps.

This SOTM is perfect for cards or scrapbook layouts.  When I saw the sentiment, I knew the perfect picture to scrap!

My daughter recently joined the Army National Guard as a Reservist.  She just completed boot camp and is now onto military police training. She'll be back home in November and will begin college in January.  Here's a LO of her saying good bye to our dog, Leo.  Leo is one of our 2 family dogs, but he is very close to Abby:)

I stamped the title using Sapphire Ink and the 'for you' using Paprika Ink.  Here is a closer look:

For the design of this page, I was inspired by Paige Evans.  She did a LO way back using this leaf technique.  I changed my a bit by making the wreath bigger and using a 4x6 photo.  I also 'swashed' on some Orange Ink and splatter Blue Shimmer.

If you'd like to purchase the SOTM at a discount or for free, then please see My Store.

Please be sure to visit all of the consultant's blogs.  Next up is My Heartfelt Sentiments, please click blog HERE.

Thanks for stopping by,

Maureen

CTMH Because of the Brave Stamp Set

Hi everyone,

Many of you know that my youngest daughter Abby joined the Army National Guard Reserves.  She just completed 10 weeks of boot camp in Fort Leonard Wood, MO.  She is now onto 9 weeks of Military Police training.  In January, Abby will be starting at the University of New Hampshire, where she will study Criminology.  Her goal is to one day work for the FBI.

We are very proud of Abby.  She has a goal and is working towards it!

Thankfully, we are able to talk to Abby on Sundays.  She also writes us letters.  As a family, we have written many letters to her.  To keep her motivated and proud of her decision, I created the cards below using CTMH's 'Because of the Brave' stamp set.

To create the star burst, I used a CTMH die.  The design was inspired by a fellow CTMH Maker, Ms. Carrie.

I just love how these cards came out!  I hope they show Abby how proud we are!

If you would like to purchase this stamp/die set, then please click HERE.

Thank you for stopping by, Maureen

CTMH Wander Scrapbook Kit

Hello,

I'm back with another kit today called 'Wander'.  This line is for all things outdoors, summer and fun!

The kit contains paper, embellishments, Cricut cuts, twine and more.  All of the paper, except for the page protector are pre-cut.  Just assemble the kit, add photos and be done!

If you'd like to order this kit, then please click on the 'Kits' tab at the top of page.

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

White Pines Scrapbook Layout Kit

Hi and happy August!

CTMH brought back the pack called 'White Pines'.  I remembered this kit from 7-8 years ago.  I loved it then and I love it now!

This paper can be used for both Winter and Holiday fun.  Here's what I created:

If you'd like to order this kit, then click on the 'Kits' tab at the top of the page.

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

CTMH Christmas in July Blog Hop

Hello and welcome to the Christmas in July Blog Hop!  If you've come here from Lauren's CTMH Crafting, then you are on the right path.  Should you get lost along the way, then please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all participants.  

For my project, I created a 2 page layout.  I used CTMH's 'Make It From the Heart' volume 5 book for the design.  I just love these books-- they are my go to for inspiration.

For the background, I used  Blue 'Speckled Egg' ink oxides, spritzed the ink with water and then swooshed it on the page using a clear little bag.  Next, I splattered some Scarlet Shimmer ink.

I love how this page came out and can't wait to add my pictures!

Picture coming.

If you'd like to order Winter Pines and do not have a CTMH consultant, then please visit My Store or email me.  Please be sure to visit all of the CTMH consultants' blogs.  Next up is the talented Becca at  Becca-Expressions

Thank you for stopping by,

Maureen

Cocoa Vanilla Daydreams

Hi everyone,  

I'm here today to showcase the Cocoa Vanilla (CV) Daydream line.  CV is a scrapbook company located in Australia.  Once I saw this line, I just knew I had to have it!  

I had senior pictures of my daughter Abby.  Even if her shirt did not match, I would still use this line.  The colors are light and by adding some black elements, it just pops.

Abby did her senior pictures with her best buddies-- her dog (Leo) and her friend Emma.  

To complete the LO, I die cut and embossed some feathers and paired it with wooden feathers.  To bring out the black, I used some foam phrases from American Crafts.

I hope this inspires you to get those pictures scrapped!

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

CTMH New Blog Hop-- July/August

Hello and welcome to the CTMH new product blog hop!  If you came here from Lauren's Blog, then you are on the right path!  This blog hop is one big loop.  Should you get lost along the way, please see Melinda's Blog for a list of all the participants.

The new seasonal catalog is full of great products!  For this hop, I chose to focus on the Isabella line.  I wasn't too sure about this paper, but the blues really make it pop.  

My daughter recently went to Charleston South Carolina with her friends.  The buildings in soft pastels were stunning and this paper went with it perfectly.

Here is the first page of her trip LO.  The new CTMH 'Make It From Your Heart' volume 5 featured a weaving technique.  I decided to give it a try.  I love how it came out!  I'm sorry the photo of my daughter is hard to see.  I'll take another photo of this LO when there is better lighting.

To continue with documenting my daughter's trip, I put together the Isabella WYW.  Here is a photo of one of the LOs:

I just purchased the Isabella PML cards and hope to complete this trip for her.

If you'd like to order some of the new CTMH products and do not have a consultant, then please visit My Store or email me.  

Please be sure to visit all of the consultants' blogs.  Next up is the talented Becca Whitham-- Becca's Blog.

Thank you, Maureen

CTMH Christmas in July SALE

Hello, don't miss CTMH's Christmas in July sale!  Enjoy amazing discounts on holiday themed crafting items between 5pm EST on 7/16 until 2am EST Monday morning.  

Get ready to shop!  Click here: Maureen's Store .

Thank you, Maureen

Graduation, Boy, General Scrapbook Kit

Hi everyone,

I haven't been posting lately:(  One of my other passions is gardening.  So, when the weather warms up, I'm outside planting and weeding my garden.  Now, I'm splitting and moving plants!  So much fun.

Anyway, here is a kit that made using the CTMH Mix It Up paper pack.  This line debuted in the May and June mini catalog and is sold out:(  But, have no fear because I made 18 kits!  The kits are pre-cut and ready to assemble!

The first 2 pages were inspired by the CTMH National Scrapbook 1 page layout.  I changed it up a bit and added a second page.  This layout can be used to document a Graduation, Sports, or anything that required motivation.

Here's a closer look at the LO.  I just love the GRIT sentiment.

For the second LO, I was thinking of my daughter's graduation.  The stamped sentiments worked well here.  

For both LO's, I used wooden, acrylic and twine mediums.  It adds dimension to the pages.

This kit will be shipping out this weekend.  I have a limited number of kits.  So, please see KITS tab

Thanks for stopping by, 

Maureen

CTMH July SOTM Blog Hop

Welcome to the CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  If you've come here from Lauren's Blog, then you are on the right path!  Should you get lost along the way, then please go to Melinda's Blog for a list of all the participants.

The Strong Roots Stamp set contains 11 stamps.

For my project, I was inspired by one of  Jennifer McGuire's YouTube videos and created a 'Tri-angle Gatefold" Card.  It took me a couple of tries, but I got the hang of it!  

I decided to do a fancy fold because one of my friends is the process of selling her home.  Once she moves into her new home, I want to give this card and a little gift!

For the card, I stamped the Door image onto a circle die cut and then matted it to a larger circle die cut. For the card base, I cut a 4.25 x 8.50 base and scored it in a half.  Next I cut two 3.5 squares and scored them diagonally.  

I choose to use the CTMH "Lovely" paper line.  

Below is how the card looks when it is closed.

Once you remove the Belly Band, the card opens up.

I used the 'Congratulations on your" sentiment

Once the card is completely open, it says 'Home'.

 

Overall, I'm happy with this card.  I tend to shy away from fancy folds and I'm glad that I gave it a try.

The 'Strong Roots' stamp of the month can be yours for only $5 if you purchase $50 in products.  Or, you can earn it for free if you become a CTMH VIP.  If you do not have a CTMH consultant, then please visit my store, Click here or email me.

Next up is the talented Brandi!  Be sure to visit Brandi's Blog and all of the CTMH consultant's blog.

Thanks for stopping by,

Maureen