Intermediate Certification in Copic Markers

Yes, I did it!  I completed a 2 day Copic Marker Intermediate Certification process.  And, boy was it tough!!  We learned about light sources, shading, blending, feathering and flicking.  All I can say is wow!!  I never knew there was so much to learn about basic art! 

Our instructor was Marianne Walker from the Copic Corp Office in Washington State. I also met a nice group of women at the session.  We plan to keep in contact and challenge each other.

What does the 'Certification' mean?  It means that I can teach classes on how to use Copic Markers.  What about CTMH?  CTMH is still my favorite, preferred and go to product.   

So, I'll point out projects here and there where I use Copic Markers. Please bear with me as I continue to perfect my skills.

Thanks, Maureen:)

CTMH-- Super Powers Card; Father's Day

Hi, what a wonderful day-- sunny, low 70's and a Father's Day cookout.  Who could ask for more!!!  Well, maybe the mothers that did all the work!!

To help celebrate Father's Day, I made this card for my husband.  He's a kid at heart and does seem to have super powers at times.  He may not be able to leap tall buildings, but check out the pictures below.  Can he eat a whole cake in one bite?!?! 

CTMH has a great line called "Super Hero's".  The line has coordinating paper, metal badges, rub-ons and Super Hero's stamp set.  Again, all the colors go together, so you can look like a genius by putting the papers together, so easy.

I couldn't stop at the Super Hero's card, so I had to get my husband a Super Man apron for grilling.  I did the grilling today, but made him put it on afterwards. After all, I need some good pictures to scrapbook:) 

Both of our fathers joined in the celebration today.  Hope you all had a wonderful day:)  And, Happy Father's Day to all!

Maureen

CTMH-- American Celebration Stamp Set

Hi, well we are four days away from the start of summer and you know what that means-- cookouts, camp, the beach, and the July 4th!  Fun times are ahead:)

To help celebrate the 4th, I created this card using CTMH's 'American Celebration' stamp set (D1458).  There is also a Canadian version.  Because I seem to have this fascination with bicycles, I also used the 'Enjoy Life' stamp set (C1439).

Growing up in the Boston area, the 4th of July meant a time for parades and opportunities to decorate our bikes.  With that in mind, I used CTMH's Bitty Bling, Sparkled Flourishes, and Silver Glitz.  The flag is one of those decorated tooth-picks that can be found at Walmart. 

Well, I may have used a too much bling!!  But, can you ever have enough bling?....  Right, BLING  IT  ON!!!

Lastly, the inks used were CTMH's Sunny Yellow and Pacifica Blue-- Z2151 & Z2192. 

Thanks, Maureen:)

Next Card Class: 6/30/12

Please join us as we make 5 cards for $15.00.  This month, we'll be making:

1 Sunflower gate-fold card-- can change sentiment from mom to thanks, etc.
2 Masculine Victory Cards-- can change sentiment from dad to HBday, etc
2 4th of July Cards-- to be created using 'American Celebration' Stamp

Please sign up under 'Workshop' tab.  Thanks, Maureen

CTMH-- Victory Workshop on the Go (WOTG) , Father's Day Card

Hello, it's hard to believe that Father's Day is two weeks away!  To me, it always a reminder that summer is just around the corner.  It's also a good time of the year to start up the grill and cook a meal for my dad.

To create my dad's card, I used all CTMH products.  The Victory WOTG contained the coordinating paper, a set C size stamp, and durables.  Durables are masculine metal studs.  I also used CTMH Corrugated Shapes (star that was inked), Hemp (string) and an Olive Metal piece.  The inks:  Olive, Chocolate, and Bamboo.

I cut out a pocket and elevated it and put a hidden sentiment in there.  It can also be used for gift card.  My father's favorite gift is lottery tickets!  Maybe sometime he'll win big!!

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen:)

CTMH-- Buy 2 stamp sets, get 1 free!!!

Purchase any two stamp sets (sizes A, B, C, D, or E) at full retail price and receive a third stamp set of your choice FREE (of equal or lesser value)—a savings of up to $29.95!**

It's time to shop because we love bargins!  Offer good for the entire month of June:) 

Maureen

(**Stamp sets that count toward the qualifying purchase include full-priced A, B, C, D, and E sets only. Stamps that do not count toward a qualifying purchase include customizable (K), Workshops on the Go™, Cricut® collection, and Stamp of the Month (both discounted and full-priced) sets.)

CTMH-- Princess Wings Stamp Set; Keep Calm Version

Happy Memorial Day! 

A few years back when things got tough at work, we had this saying-- 'Keep Calm and Carry On!'. One of my colleagues, Thankum, was from India.  So when Thankum said it, it sounded so powerful and yet so cool at the same time.  Through Thankum we learned that the saying originated from England during WWII.  It was meant to motivate the English civilians to go about their daily routine while the war and bombing dragged on.

The 'Keep Calm and Carry On' mantra is so popular today.  On pinterest, there are sayings like:  'Keep Calm and Eat Chocolate' to 'Keep Calm and Stamp On' to 'Keep Calm it's Summer!' 

Well, here is my version of 'Keep Calm':  Keep Calm and Fly!  The card is for my daughter, who is graduating from middle school this year.  Like me, my daughter loves these 'Keep Calm' sayings.  She even gave me some 'Keep Calm and Carry On' band-aids!

Using the Princess Wings stamp set, I created a second card for my niece's birthday.  Since my niece is constantly dressing up as a princess, I decided that a princess card was a must.

All the products used below are CTMH.  The Paper line is Lucy.  The inks:  Cotton Candy, Blush, Creme Brulee, and Grey Wool.  The stamps: Princess Wings, Lucy Kit Stamp, and Diverse Backgrounds.  CTMH also offers an array of alphabet stamps.  These can be used to make individual sayings-- like   Keep Calm and Fly!  (Go out there and take on the next challenge!)

Thanks, Maureen:)

CTMH-- Lucy LO with Princess Wings Stamp Set

Hi, guess I'm catching up here:)  My scrapbook group loved the Lucy Line so much that they asked for more!  To enhance the two page layout, I used CTMH's 'Princess Wings' Stamp set.  This stamp set is absolutely adorable:).  Shortly, you'll be seeing 2 cards using this set. 


Back to LO, I created a hidden journalling spot.  To bling it out, CTMH's 'Sparkle Florish', 'Bitty Buds Assortment' and 'Bitty Bling' did the trick.  For metals, the Olive 'Mini-Melody Accent' set came in handy. Lastly, couldn't complete the layout without using CTMH's AP Cricut Cartridge for the flowers and butterflies.

Let me know what you think.
Thanks, Maureen

American Crafts (AC)-- Passport Layout

Hi, I know it's been a while:)  I started a new job in early May and it's taken some time to ramp up.  I was so missing my craft time!

Anyhow, on a quest to use up my expansive, ever-growing scrapbook paper collection, I chose AC's Passport line to capture my daughter's trip into Boston.  If you are from the area, you know the "Red Line" quite well.  It's the central line of Boston's MBTA. 

My daughter was too young to venture into Boston herself, so I was the chaperon.  The trip reminded me of the many times my friends and I would ride the Red Line.  What I remember the most is singing on the train with my friends.  Yes, SINGING!! No matter how crowded or what time of day, we would burst into song!  One of our favorite songs was Stacey Lattisaw's  "I Found Love on a Two Way Street"... and lost on a lonely highway! 

Now each day, I ride the Red Line into work as an adult.  I have yet to see a young group of girls burst into song.  I'm still waiting... maybe my friends and I have to take a ride again:) 

CTMH-- May SOTM

Hello, it's been a while since I posted.  We were in St. Martin for a week in April.  There's was so much to catch up on once back!

Below is a 'gatefold' card that I created using the CTMH May Stamp of the Month (SOTM).  As you know, each month CTMH offers a stamp for only $5 if you purchase $50 in products.  The 'Dotty' paper pack is also available for only $5.

The paper pack used is CTMH 'Dreamin line', which was featured in the Fall/Winter catalog.

I love all of CTMH's SOTM, but have to admit, I couldn't wait to use this one!  Sunflowers are one of my favorite flowers.  They remind me of summer and fun things.  With that in mind, I used the stamp set and created a mother's day card.  My mother proudly displays my cards on her mantle piece.  I'm happy with how the card turned out.  Let me know what you think.

Thanks, Maureen:)