Nevermore LO #2-- Halloween

 

Hi, I'm back again with the second LO using CTMH's Nevermore paper line.  One of the saying in the sticker pack is "Go Batty".  With that in mind, I went batty and cut a bunch of bats using CTMH's new Cricut cartridge, Artistry.  Check out the all the bats!

Here is a close-up of the first page.  For sketches I often turn to Scrapbook Generations.  I found a fun one with witches hats.  With all the Cricut images I have, I don't have a witch hat.  But, I did have a triangle from Artistry and an oval from Art Philosophy!  I then cut out some banners and decorated them-- fun and spooky!

For the second page I continued the bat theme.  You may notice some splattered grey ink.  Well I cheated!  CTMH has a new stamp that contains various ink spots-- its called 'Ink Blot'.  I love the Ink Blot stamp set because not only can you control the splatter, but it doesn't take long to dry!  Definitely a must have stamp.

Here's an image of the Ink Blot stamp set.  It's on page 92 and is $17.95.




Thanks, Maureen

Supplies:

Nevermore LO #1-- Halloween

Hello and happy Fall!  We are having quite the Indian Summer here in the New England area.  The warmer temps have slowed down the changing of the leaf colors.  I'm okay with this since I usually miss the peak leave season!  Since the leaves are late in changing maybe I'll be on time this year:)

To stay ahead of the game, I made 2 spooky Halloween layouts.  Below is the first one using the CTMH Nevermore paper line.  Nevermore has a vintage look and the embellishments are fun.

Here is a close-up of page one.  Each embellishment pack comes with a set of stickers and emphoria-- a mixture of things.  Check out the web in the corner and the craft BOO banner. Love it.

For page 2, I used the 'Sweet Treats' stamp and back it in Pear.  Love the little trick or treaters on the craft paper!



















Tomorrow I will showcase the second LO for Nevermore.  I'll be teaching these LOs at the November 7th 12+ hour crop. If you can't attend there will be a shipped option.

Thanks and have a great day, Maureen:)

CTMH-- Steampunk Scoundrels

Hello, I'm back again with one more Halloween card!  This time I used a funky stamp set called "Steampunk Scoundrels".

This stamp is ultra cool and as the name implies is steampunk, with loads of gears and screws.  I choose to stamp the spider image.   The chevron embossing gives the card some dimension. 

Here is a close up of the card.  The sentiment is from the stamp set.





















Below is picture of the stamp set.  The set is only $9.95.

Thanks for stopping by! Maureen

Supplies .
Stamp: Steampunk Scoundrels (B1503)
Paper: Nevermore (X7198B)
Ink: Black (Z2105)
Other: Chevron Embossing folder (Z1925)

CTMH-- Trick or Treat Sweets:)

Hello, I'm trying to keep ahead of things this season.  Here are more Halloween treats!  I created them using CTMH's 'Tricks or Treat Sweets' stamp set-- only $9.95.

I got the idea for the card from the Atlantic Hearts Challenge Blog.  I recently started following their blog.  They post weekly sketches that help you keep those creative juices flowing. 

For the embossing, I used CTMH's Quatrefoil embossing folder.  To make it stand out, I sanded it down a bit.  Next, I cut out 3 1.25 inch circles and stamped these cute images.

The stamp set also comes with this cute label!

So, I had to make a bag and embellish it with other ghostly items:)

 is a Below is a picture of the stamp set. The label or sentiment can be cut out using CTMH's Art Philosophy Cartridge-- see outline in red. 

 























I hope I got you inspired to make some Halloween fun! Go get crafty my friends.
Thanks, Maureen

Supplies

Stamps: Trick or Treat Sweets (b1460)
Ink: Black (Z2105)
Paper: Nevermore (x7198b)
Other:  Quatrefoil Embossing folder (Z1926), Black twine

CTMH Halloween Card-- Little Monsters

Hello,

It's been a while since I've made a card.  On Labor Day I was able to make this cute Halloween card using the "Little Monster" stamp set from the Seasonal catalog.

I embossed the cardstock using CTMH's new embossing folder: Confetti, X3118.
































Below is a look at the adorable stamp set.  I chose to stamp the little witch.  I think I'll do the Frankenstein next!  I used the sentiment Happy Halloween.  The Spooky Cute sentiment can be cut using one of CTMH's Cricut cartridge.
























Thanks for stopping by, Maureen

Supplies

Paper: Nevermore (x7198B) and Nevermore Assortment (x7198C)
Inks: Black
Stamps: Little Monsters (C1630)
Other: Black Twine and Confetti Embossing Folder (Z3118)

National Stamping Month Blog Hop

Hello,

Welcome to the National Stamping Month Blog Hop!  We have 40 consultants participating in this hop.  If you've come here from Beth's Blog, then you are on the right track

For my project, I chose to do a layout using the scrapbooking stamp set.

The Hello, Life stamp sets are only available through September 30th. You can order any one of the sets for $13.95 each OR get all three for just $34.95 - no qualifying purchase required! Head on over to My Store to purchase your sets.

Next up is Krista. Please be sure to visit Krista's Blog and all the other consultants blogs.  Thanks, Maureen

CTMH Artistry Layouts

Hello,

I'm back again with more LOs using CTMH's new Cricut cartridge, Artistry.  Before I get into how great Artistry is, I need to tell you about all these pictures.  A couple of months ago my oldest daughter owed me a favor.  She asked me what I wanted.  After careful consideration, I said, give me your phone for a couple of hours.  Then, I went to Costco's and developed close to 200 pictures!!!  As you know the younger generation does not print out pictures.  So, make a deal and borrow your kids' cell phones.

Okay, onto the LO.  I decided to use triangles for this LO.  Using the Zoe paper pack, I cut out 2 triangle overlays from the Artistry cartridge, 9 inches each.  Then I backed them with patterned paper.  I placed the first overlay facing up and second one facing right. 

The sentiment 'Best Day' is from the Zoe Workshop on the Go.  The vellum, stickers, and buttons are all part of the Zoe line. 

In terms of the pictures, I just love the feet one and the selfie of my daughter's foot while walking.

The second page shows my daughter and her friends arriving to their destination in Boston after their 'walk'.

Here's a close up.  I just need to do some journaling and then I'll be done.




















Over the next few months, I will be making Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas cards.  There's lots of Artistry images and coordinating stamps to use.  So much more to come:)

Thanks for stopping by, Maureen


Supplies
Paper/Stamps: Zoe WOTG (G1096); Zoe Compliments (x7197c)
Other:  Artistry Cricut (z3167)
Ink:  Slate (z2173)

CTMH NEW Cricut cartridge: Artistry

Hello,  sorry if you received a blank post from me last week.  I was supposed to participate in a Artistry CTMH Cricut blog hop.  I was travelling to Germany when the blog hop went live and things didn't go as planned-- I arrived in Germany, but my post got lost in cyber space:(  My apologies.

Below the artwork that I created for the hop.  Like Artbooking, Artistry contains many overlays, such as the hexagon one I chose.  To give the overlay some color, I inked in with Slate and then backed it in the new Zoe paper line.  Since the overlay made such a statement, I then taped it onto an 11x11 piece of white cardstock and then finally a piece of 12x12 Sorbet cardstock. 

The caption 'Right Here', word bubbles, camera, and shape for Best Friend sentiment were also cut using CTMH's Artistry. 

 


Here is a close up.   Love all the details and the Artistry cartridge makes it so easy!

The Artistry Collection comes with 3 size D-sized stamps, 12X12 Enchantment colored cardstock pack, and over 700 images-- shapes, layers, banners, borders, backgrounds and fonts. 

The retail price is $99 and $79 if purchasing the digital version only. 

If you purchase the cartridge, then this will also qualify you to obtain the Stamp of the Month (SOTM) for only $5.  Here is a look at August's SOTM.  Notice that the 3 frames can be cut with the Artistry cartridge. 

Well, sorry I missed the hop.  If you'd like to hop on now and see other creations using this new cartridge, then please click HERE.  This cartridge can be used for card-making, scrapbooking and other paper crafts.

Thanks, Maureen


Supplies
Paper Line: Zoe (x7197b), Zoe Compliments (x7197c); and Zoe Assortment (z3082)
Stamps:  A Typeface (a1117); Glamour Uppercase (d1537); and Aug SOTM ()
Inks:  Slate (z2173)
Other: Artistry CTMH Cricut (z3167)

CTMH Wanderful WOTG-- 2nd LO

Hello, I'm back with a second LO from CTMH's soon to be retired Wanderful WOTG.  I just love subway themed paper.  To me it means fast pace... travel.

I used this paper line to showcase pictures from my trip to Lego Land in San Diego.  From a distance, the buildings look like NYC and San Fran.  Up close, they are legos!!  I can't say it enough, unbelievable.

For the first page, I cut out a circle and wrapped arrow washi tape around it.  Then I stamped the scooter and stacked some suitcases (stickers) on it. 

For the page design, I used basic elements from CTMH Cricut Art Philosophy-- postage stamp and circle.  I then used Artbooking for the circle overlays. 

Love this look and it was super easy.

Here is the 2nd page.  I used a flip flap in the left hand corner.  Can never have enough pictures!





















I hope I've inspired you to either get out and travel or to scrapbook a recent trip!  If this paper line is calling you, please let me know.  Wanderful will soon be retiring:(

Thanks, Maureen


Supplies:
Wanderful WOTG
Wanderful Stickers
Black Ink

CTMH August Special

Hello, the new CTMH catalog will be available for ordering on September 1st.  There are a few NEW items that are available in the month of August.

The first special is these wonderful roll-up organizers.  When you order one you get a FREE gift.  For instance, if you order the marker roll-up, then you get this gorgeous stamp set!  I just placed my order:)



If you are into jewelry making and need something to hold your accessories, then check out this little roll-up! It comes with 2 new Base & Bling sheets.  Make those perfect holiday gifts now:)













These specials are only good until the end of August.  And, remember the old catalog will be retiring at the end of August too.  Another excuse to go shopping:)

Thanks, Maureen