Thursday, August 29, 2013

Laughing Lola Layout Day 3

Here is the final layout for my Laughing Lola Layout class.  If you are interested in seeing the first 2 layouts, check here and here.  This layout is designed to have 3 4x6 horizontally on the left side and then 2 vertical 4x6 on the right in the pocket.
 A Closer Look

Supply List:
Laughing Lola Paper Pack (X7170B)
Black Cardstock (1386)
Laughing Lola Compliments (X7170C)
Laughing Lola Assortment (Z1854)
Art Philosophy Cartridge (Z1686)
New You Are My Happy Triple Stamp set (CC1025 available 9/1 for $10 with any $50 order)
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Laughing Lola Layout Day 2

So I think this paper pack is amazing, because you can go wild with the prints and colors or tame it down with the gold cardstock and the opposite patterned side.  I love CTMH paper packs.  It takes the guess work out of matching patterned paper to cardstock.  Here is the second layut for my class coming up in October.  To see the first layout, click here.  If you are interested in the class, contact me at livescraplove@gmail.com and I will order you the supplies you will need.
Layout 2
 A Closer Look

Supply List:
Laughing Lola Paper Pack (X7170B)
Laughing Lola Assortment (Z1854)
Laughing Lola Compliments (X7170C)
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805


Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Laughing Lola Layout Day 1

Here is the first of my 3 Laughing Lola layouts for my class in October.  I would love to know what you think.  Being a mom of 3 boys, I often have trouble with the papers that are bright and wild, but I think these turned out great.  Inspiration from Scrapbook Generation.  This is my favorite of the three, because I can definitely use it for my boys' photos.
 A Closer Look

Supply List:
Artbooking Cartridge (Z1906)
Laughing Lola Paper Pack (X7170B)
White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Frosted Layout Day 3

   Here is the final layout I created using the Frosted Paper Pack.  To see the earlier layouts, check this post and this post. If you are interested in the class, it is September 13th, so you would need to order your materials immediately.  Contact me today at livescraplove@gmail.com to do so!
   I used the New Artbooking Cartridge for the white on white overlay in this layout.  I also love our new washi tape.  Let me know what you think!


Supplies needed:
Scraps from your frosted paper pack (either X7175B or G1070 workshop on the go)
Crystal Blue Cardstock (1292)
White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
Artbooking Cartridge (Z1906)
Slate Polkadot washi tape (Z1817)
Lagoon Houndstooth Washi Tape (Z1850)
Framework Alphabet Stamp (E1027)
A Typeface Stamp (A1117)
All the details Stamp (D1555)
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Frosted Layout Day 2

Here is layout 2, if you missed the first layout, check out this post for all the details.  I can not take credit for the creativity of this layout, it is part of the CTMH Workshop on the Go.  I did modify it a little.  I have 3 boys so I omitted the pink paper and added crystal blue instead.  If you are interested in getting this kit, here are the details.  For just $29.95 plus shipping and handling, you get instructions and all the stamps, paper, and embellishments you need to create 2 beautiful layouts.  The retail value for this kit is $41.46.  That's a savings of $11.51.
   Look at all that is included.
Workshops on the Go® Frosted Scrapbooking Kit*
Use the materials and instructions in this kit to create two beautiful
2-page layouts.
1 – My Reflections® Frosted Paper Packet (X7175B)
1 – My Acrylix® Frosted Workshop Stamp Set (D-size)
2 – Cardstock Sheets (1 Blush, 1 Colonial White)
1 – Frosted Assortment (Z1890)
1 – Sparkles Flourishes (Z1708)
1 – Instructional Brochure
$29.95 G1070
   You should note that you need the Artiste cartridge to complete this workshop, unless you come to my class to complete it.  Then I will do the cricut cutting for you.  See upcoming events tab or New kit of the month tab for details.
   Enough talk... here is layout 2.
A Closer Look

Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Frosted Layout Day 1

Can I just say I love this paper and I love the Frosted Workshop on the Go.  It makes my life so easy.  This week I will be featuring the Frosted paper pack.  I can not take credit for the creativity of the first 2 layouts, they are part of the CTMH Workshop on the Go.  For just $29.95 plus shipping and handling, you get instructions and all the stamps, paper, and embellishments you need to create 2 beautiful layouts.  The retail value for this kit is $41.46.  That's a savings of $11.51. 
   Look at all that is included.
Workshops on the Go® Frosted Scrapbooking Kit*
Use the materials and instructions in this kit to create two beautiful
2-page layouts.
1 – My Reflections® Frosted Paper Packet (X7175B)
1 – My Acrylix® Frosted Workshop Stamp Set (D-size)
2 – Cardstock Sheets (1 Blush, 1 Colonial White)
1 – Frosted Assortment (Z1890)
1 – Sparkles Flourishes (Z1708)
1 – Instructional Brochure
$29.95 G1070
   You should note that you need the Artiste cartridge to complete this workshop, unless you come to my class to complete it.  Then I will do the cricut cutting for you.  See upcoming events tab or New kit of the month tab for details. 
   Enough talk... here is layout 1. 
 A Closer Look!

Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Friday, August 9, 2013

Joyful Stars August Blog Hop

   Thank you for stopping by for the Joyful Stars Team Blog Hop again this month.  The theme for this month is "Anything New".   If you are coming from Krista Hershberger's blog at kristascraftycorner.blogspot.com, then you are on the right path.
   There are so many things I love about the new Fall/Winter Idea Book.  I wasn't sure what I should highlight in this post.  I decided to showcase the New Artbooking Cartridge by making the art on the cover of the catalog.  Here is the original artwork provided by CTMH's art department.
 Here is my version.  I loved the way they made the title and I must confess, I knew you could use the outline of the cuts, but I didn't know I could write parts of sentences and space them correctly.  Perhaps you didn't know either.  If that is the case, you simple use the space button on your cricut when you are entering the characters you want to be cut, like I did for the "it is all the".

 A Close Look at the title

 Supplies Used:
Lola Paper Pack (X7170B)
Artbooking Cartridge (Z1906)
All the Details Stamp Set (D1555) my favorite new stamp set
Keyboard Uppercase Alphabet (B1416)
Buttercup Cardstock (1271)
A Typeface Alphabet (A1117)
Thanks for stopping by.  Now hop over to my dear friend Stephanie Huber at lavendersagedesigns.blogspot.com.
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805


Friday, August 2, 2013

And the Winners are...

Thank you all for coming out and supporting me for my open house.  I think we had fun making magnetic boards (like the one posted here) and eating yummy snacks.  Below is the card we made using the New Artbooking Cartridge.  The cartridge features 10 mini albums and many layouts with just a push of a button, no need to adjust the cutting size as you cut.  I scaled the features down from the layout size to make this card.
But now to get to what I know you have all been waiting for... the winners of the door prizes.  Drum Roll Please...
Base & Bling Necklace Kit- Linda Thomas
Spinner Cards- Denise Wagner
Geometric Backgrounds Stamp set- Stacy Achen
Set of mini Stamps- Rose Vuxta
Huntington Paper Pack- Cathy Myers
Congrats to all of you!  I will include your gifts with your orders when they come in.
Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805

Thursday, August 1, 2013

New Catalog Reveal!!!

Today's the day you can begin ordering from the New Autumn/Winter 2013 CTMH catalog.  That means you can get your hands on the lovely Artbooking Cartridge that makes 2 page layouts or mini albums.  But wait in the month of August, when you spend $50, you get the stamp of the month A Chocolate Affair for Free.
That's not all.  CTMH is offering a contest as well in august.  Watch the video for details.  Who doesn't like Free stuff!  Place an order today or tomorrow on my website and you will qualify for a free gift with purchase.  Make sure when you check out you click "Join Open House" button to qualify for free items.  Start shopping now here.  After I see your order, I will be contacting you about your free items. 



Nickie Hoffer
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant
www.nickiehoffer.ctmh.com
livescraplove@gmail.com
717-371-7805