Big Kid First Day of School Layout Using Cricut Artbooking

A few weeks ago, I showed you this layout I created using Cricut Artbooking for the boys' first day of pre-k this year.

I was really pleased with how it turned out but it felt too "little kid" for my big "way too grown up" sophomore.  Here she is on her first day of school.

I was playing with some ideas in my head and then I saw this video that CTMH put out showcasing some First Day layouts that they had created using Cricut Artbooking.  

And I was inspired to create this layout.  I made a few changes to make it my own and work for Lelia.  I still need to order my photos but one I do, I'll just pop them in.  And Lelia is going to write in her schedule on the right hand page.

I also used the "All The Details" stamp set to create the embellishment pendents and note worthy sentiment.

I spelled out her name in our Epoxy Letters to spell out her name on the File folder photo mat on the left page.  And I used the stars out of both the Mid-town Cork Shapes and the Star Dimensional Elements.  I love that you can ink right on top of both to jazz them up.

If you are interested in creating either one of these First Day layouts, contact me and I will get you set up.

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

Happy Mail From the Best Upline Ever!

In the last few weeks, my amazing upline, Melissa Laverty (www.fancymelissa.com), sent me the two wonderful cards below and receiving each one certainly brightened my day  .Don't you just love getting cards in the mail?  I know I do.  I know that sending an email or texting or direct messaging is faster, but it isn't the same.

 Are they great?  Are you a card sender?  Have you ever considered making your own?  Lots of people tell me they just aren't creative enough to make something.  I am going to let you in on a little secret.  I do have the occasional creative moment, but most of the time, I don't think I am that creative.  I do a lot of copying.  I mean A LOT.  Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right?  The other thing I do a lot of is following directions from other creative people.  And this is one of my favorite things that CTMH does--they always include directions, God bless them.  And with their easy to follow directions and pictures and diagrams, creating awesome cards is like the ones above are a breeze.  In fact, not only does CTMH provide the directions, they put everything you need to create this cards into one handy dandy kit for you.  Here is a picture of the Laughing Lola Card Kit.

This kit includes the exclusive card making sentiment stamp set, Laughing Lola patterned paper, coordinating card stock, 15 white cards and envelopes, Bakers twine, Purple Gems, and Instructional Brochure.   Everything you need to create 15 of these cards.

So why not order one today and make some crafty time for yourself. And then you'll have 15 cards you can pop into the mail anytime you'd like to brighten someone's day?

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

Sarita Workshop Fun

Join us for an evening of fun and create 2 two page layouts using the new cool Sarita paper. 

Kit includes full Sarita paper pack (6 double sided patterned paper and card stock), exclusive stamps set, Sarita assortment, and naturalhemp.  After you create your 2 two page layouts you will have tons of supplies leftover for cards and other projects.

Option 1: Create with me on either Thursday, October 3^rd at 6:30 or Saturday, October 5^th at 10:00.  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. 

Option 2: Create during any of the Last Friday of the Month Free Crops. (September 27^th, October 25^th, November 29^th, December 27^th, or January 31^st.  6 pm to 10pm)  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. 

Option 3: You Plus Two – get together for a fun girls’ night in.  Invite two or more of your friends over on a night of your choice and we will have a blast creating this kit together.  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. 

Option 4:  Create it at home on your own.  You will need your own supplies to create the kit at home.  Starter Supply kits are available.  Please call for information.

PRICE: $29.95 plus shipping and tax.  Kit must be purchased one week prior to workshop.  

I look forward to crafting with you.

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

For You Fall Card Using Remarkable Wreath and Babycakes

I adore this Remarkable Wreath Stamp Set.  When I saw this set in the Idea Book, it went start onto my "Must Have Right Now" List.

I love the versatility of the the main image and how you can use it throughout the different seasons.  I have had so much fun playing with it.  Here are two cards I created - one a Fall card and one a Christmas card.

 I used some of the brand new Babycakes paper for the Fall card.  I am crushing so hard on this paper pack.  And as always, even though the some of the patterns are obviously very juvenile, the other patterns are more subtle and lend themselves to all kinds of occasions.  And I love the versatility of the "For You" sentiment from the stamp set because again it fits so many occasions.  You can easily make up a few cards and then have them on hand for anytime you need a birthday, thinking of you, congratulations, or thank you card.

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

Halloween Layout Using the Cricut Artbooking Cartridge

The new Cricut Artbooking cartridge should come with a warning label:  Playing with cartridge is highly addictive.  I CANNOT stop playing with it.  In fact, here is a page I put together last night in under an hour and that was even with a gazillion interruptions.

I had to laugh that I was in the mood to do a Halloween page since the A/C was blaring away, and Halloween is still well over a month away, but when the mood strikes, you just got to go with it, right?

As you can see the photo frames aren't completely attached so I can pop in the pictures later, but it is nice to be ahead of the game for once.  I feel like I am always behind in keeping up with the three kids books.

I think my favorite part is the little black cat in the door way.

Anyway, I love how CTMH designed Artbooking so that you set your dial once (in this case) at 11" and simple select which image you like and it all cuts to fit proportionally together.  No guesswork, no wasted paper.  Just pick, cut, and assembly.  And then you have crazy cute artwork.

Here is a video that CTMH just put out showcasing a few other projects that you can do with the Artbooking cartridge.



Click here to order your cartridge today and have it delivered directly to your door so you too can start creating.

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

Laughing Lola Workshops

Join us as we create 2 two page layouts using the trendy and cool Laughing Lola paper Kit, Laughing Lola exclusive stamp set, and Laughing Lola Embellishments.

 

You have 4 ways that you can join in on the fun!!

Option 1: Create with me on either Tuesday, September 24^th at 6:30 or Saturday, September 28^th at 10:00.  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. Please RSVP by September 17th.

Option 2: Create during any of the Last Friday of the Month Free Crops. (September 27^th, October 25^th, November 29^th, December 27^th, or January 31^st.  6 pm to 10pm)  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. 

Option 3: You Plus Two – get together for a fun girls’ night in.  Invite two or more of your friends over on a night of your choice and we will have a blast creating this kit together.  My tools and inks will be available for your use. In addition, you will have access to my Bling Box. 

Option 4:  Create it at home on your own.  You will need your own supplies to create the kit at home.  Starter Supply kits are available.  Please call for information.

PRICE: $29.95 plus shipping and tax.  Kit must be purchased one week prior to workshop. 

Kit includes Laughing Lola paper pack (six double sided patterned paper), 6 pieces of card stock, exclusive stamp set, Laughing Lola complement gems, and black hemp all for $29.95 plus shipping and tax. There will be plenty of supplies left to create additional layouts or cards.

 

 

I look forward to see y'all and creating wonderful pages.  

Happy Crafting!

Jenna

Sarita You're A Star Card

You're A Star!  You really are.  And just in case you may have forgotten, here's a little card I made to remind you.

 I used the new Sarita paper pack.  I am loving the colors and the patterns are so hot and trendy right now.  I love the CTMH has its finger on the pulse of what is "in".

 For the sentiment, I used the "You Rock" from the new Cricut Artbooking bundle.  The chipboard star is also from the bundle and I stamped right on it with another stamp from the bundle to give it a little pop.  I added a few Sparkles and there you go.  (Sparkles are a necessity in life and you can never have too many.  Much like shoes and sprinkles.  Just my two sense of things).

I foresee lots of fun things being made with this Sarita paper.  While you wait for me to get my crafty on, here is a 2 page layout that is in the Workshop on the Go that we will be creating in October. 

But if you can't wait until then, the Workshop on the Go comes with directions or you can attend my Last Friday of the Month FREE Crop and I'll be able to help with any questions you might have.  Or give me a call and we can put together a You Plus Two event.


Happy Crafting.

Jenna

September Specials

September to me always means happiness.  First, school had started.  As a kid, I loved school.  In fact, I grew up and become a teacher, so that should clue you in on how much I loved school.  My poor younger sister - I use to make her play school.  So sorry.

The other thing that September means to me is the beginning of cooler weather and Autumn, my favorite season.  So I am a happy girl right now.

Two another reasons I am happy are the two amazing September Specials.

First, we have the new Stamp of the Month, Poster Tidings.  So cool.

 
I am loving all the artwork I am seeing on all my fellow consultant's blogs and from CTMH's Art Department.  In fact, if you click here it will take you to my website where you can see the supplies list and step-by-step directions on how to recreate the artwork yourself.  And then below is a video from CTMH giving you some ideas and directions.




The second September Special is in celebration of National Stamping Month and is called "You Are My Happy."  Don't you just love the title?  You are going to love these stamps and the amazing deal CTMH is offering you. You Are My Happy is a  whimsical trio of stamp sets that all coordinate together.  One set is an alpha, one is icons, and one is sentiments in the same font as the alpha.  It has a retail value of over $49 but in the month of September only, if you place an order of $50 you can receive all three stamp sets for only $10.  What a great value.

Here is a video from CTMH with all the details of this special and adorable ways to use it.




So with an order of $50 during the month of September only you are eligible for both September Specials - Poster Tidings and You Are My Happy.  Click here to begin shopping (once you reach $50 you will automatically prompted to add these two specials) and get your specials shipped directly to your home so you can start crafting.  Or sign up for any workshop in the month of September and have Workshop dollars go towards earning both specials.

Happy Crafting!

Jenna