It's hybrid time!

Hey all!! As promised, I am going to share some Studio J layouts that I added some traditional embellishments to. Sorry it took so long, I've been very busy with school letting out for my boys. Also, please forgive the lighting in the "after" shots, I was not having a good camera day!  LOL

Now the layouts I made in Studio J I purposely made simple so I could add my finishing touches to them. Also, with my traditional embellishments I didn't want to go to overboard so some of them are rather simple as well. But I feel like it shows that sometimes you really only need a little extra really make something shine  :)

So here's the first one...


A little closer...


Just one element added but it really brings attention to the title.



A little bling is always nice  :)



I wanted to have the title dimensional.











And a last one..



It was a lot of fun to experience these layouts in both Studio J and to have them on my worktable while I added some goodies. If you're interested in checking Studio J out you can access it HERE.

Happy Scrapping!






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What a great day!!

Hi all! So the workshop went off beautifully!!  There was only one little hitch (an incorrect pre-measured piece of paper, easily rectified) and the rest was smooth scrapping!! Here's a picture of the ladies working on their layouts...



And here are my finished layouts  :)




   This is the first time I've used my new scrap space and I think it worked well. I'll post pictures in a couple of weeks of the completely finished end result of the great scraproom switcheroo LOL.

Happy Scrapping!!



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Today's the day!

Today is my very first Workshop!! I'm so excited (and a little nervous!). I have several ladies coming whom I've never meet. I'm really looking forward to that because it is always nice to find new people to scrap with. I have to keep this short because I need to run to the store for some yummies for the day, but I will post pictures of the workshop and the projects we make  :)

Happy Scrapping!

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You & Me: Stronger Together

    Many of you have asked us if there is something we could do to support those affected by recent severe weather in the US, and we’ve also had requests to extend the availability of the You & Me scrapbooking kit offered during the month of May. We’ve combined those two aims into a single campaign called You & Me: Stronger Together, to raise funds for the survivors of the severe storms that have pummeled the Midwest and Southern states.

    During the month of June, order a You & Me kit for only $15 US/ $16.50 CAN (a retail value of $34.95/$38.95), and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross 2011 Floods and Tornadoes relief operations. . The You & Me: Stronger Together campaign will continue until June 30 at 11:59 pm (MDT) or while supplies last. CONTACT ME today to order yours!




    In other news, I'm still painting my new scrap space. I'm almost done and I'll post pictures soon of the new color :) It's going to be a busy week...I have to get at least half of my supplies moved into my new space.

    The Sophia Workshop is this Wednesday at 10 am in my home and I'm so excited about it!! Here is one of the layouts we will be doing...



    I have one spot left in the Workshop, so if you want it call me at 331-934-2648


Happy Scrapping!!

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There's some serious love here...

For Studio J!! And to give you a chance to see for yourself, Close To My Heart is giving you a free JPEG Layout!




As always, using Studio J is completely free! Becoming a member gives you some great perks for a hugely discounted price on purchased layouts.


Save 50% off custom-printed layouts when you become a Studio J member! Also enjoy loads of exclusive perks, like access to members-only kits and patterns as well as free JPG files with every purchased layout. JPG files are the perfect way to save, print, or archive your beautiful artwork. Pricing for custom prints starts as low as $6.50 per two-page, custom-printed layout (that’s just $3.25 per page!).  CLICK HERE to check it out for yourself.

I just did 14 pages of trip my best friend and I took to Salzburg, Austria. And since I am a member, they ship free to me. Once they get here I'm going to show you how you can mix and match your traditional layouts with digital ones...and throw in a couple of hybrid layouts as well!




Happy Scrapping!!


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Stage 1

Hi there! It's been a while but I've been a busy bee! I am rearranging and switching  3 rooms in my house and it has kept me moving! (Literally LOL) I'm taking over the downstairs rec-room and turning it into my new scrap space. Usually when I have friends over to scrap we put tables in the rec-room to have more space, so I thought to myself...why not make it into my scrap room and no more lugging around furniture when I have a scrap date? So I started the the monumental task of emptying the rec-room of all the kids toys,movies, books and furniture. This is what I am left with...





And now I'm off to paint!!! I'll post pictures of my work in progress :)

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Uggg.....

Well, I woke up this morning to the smell of something burning. Not the best way to start the day. After combing over the entire house to find the source of the smoke that was starting, I realized the source was the fridge. I don't know if a circuit went bad or the motor is burning out. All I know is for 5 minutes I was only thinking about what could I grab out of the house to save if it started to burn down, and how mad I would be if it did as it took us 3 1/2 years of living in Italy to find a house that is perfect for us!

Our home in Caneva



So now the fridge is unplugged, the inside stinks to high Heaven of burnt something, and I was told somebody "might" be here by 4. Uggg! But this is how the cookie crumbles when your husband is deployed! Ask any military wife and they will tell you that every bulb will burn out, your tire will go flat, and even your fridge will burn out when your husband deploys!!


On a brighter note, here is another layout I finished this weekend.



I think tonight I might drown my refrigerator sorrows in some ribbon and glue dots! LOL

Happy Scrapping! 


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Just scrapping along...

Here's  how my day is going so far....

My layout in progress....


And finished :)


And here is the start of my paper storage...

I'll take more pictures of it covered and as I start to decorate it! Next up I'm going to work on some vinyl art for my bestie, Heather :)

Happy Scrapping!


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Nat'l Scrap Day

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!!!

One of my favorite days of the year! The internet is busy with challenges, blogs are hopping, stores have amazing sales! And I will be buried in my scraproom alllllll day looooong! I will update during the day with pictures of what I am working on. And to celebrate this scrappy occasion, I think I'm going to offer 10% ANY CTMH order placed through me today  :)

Happy scrapping!

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What a month to be a scrapper!

To kick off National Scrapbooking Month with a bang, Close To My Heart is offering their fantastic Consultant Kit, valued at over $300 and regularly priced at $ 129, for only $64.50 this month! It is a staggering deal and I am so excited for everyone who will take advantage of it! And if that wasn't enough, you also get the Constant Campaign You & Me for FREE ($34.95 retail value) With your kit, you can choose 3 of the following options:

New Consultant Kit Choose Me 2

CHOOSE ME 2


Use exclusive patterns and papers to create beautiful Studio J®layouts at deeply discounted prices with a 12-month Studio J membership.


Includes a 12-month Studio J membership. Retail value: $99 US / $110 CAN.

New Consultant Kit Choose Me 3

CHOOSE ME 3


The lively paper, sunny ink colors, and cheery stamp sets in this collection will make your heart sing and your artwork shine.


Includes a Workshops on the Go™ Mayberry Kit (G1022), My Acrylix® Summer Days Stamp Set (B1375), Smoothie Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2196), Olive Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2137), Brads Pink Assortment (Z1362), and a 2” x 3 ½” My Acrylix® Block (Y1009) (not shown). Retail value: $66.85 US/ $74.25 CAN.

New Consultant Kit Choose Me 4

CHOOSE ME 4


Cardmakers and scrapbookers alike will cherish this collection of vintage-themed products and versatile tools.


Includes a Workshops on the Go™ lucky Kit (G1018), Lucky Level 2 Assortment (Z1356), My Acrylix® Enjoy Life Stamp Set (C1439), Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2140), Desert Sand Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2118), Kraft Color-Ready Borders (Z1377), Sponge (Z697), Edge Distresser (Z1297), and a 2 ½” x 2 ½” My Acrylix® Block (Y1004) (not shown). Retail value: $78.55 US/ $87.45 CAN.

New Consultant Kit Choose Me 5

CHOOSE ME 5


Beauty meets practicality with this collection of two types of albums, ink, stamps, and a block.


Includes a 12” x 12” Dark Chocolate My Legacy® Faux Leather Album (Z1342), Outdoor Denim Quick Pic™ Album (Z1404), My Acrylix® Ciao Stamp Set D1461), Chocolate Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2111), and a 4” x 4” My Acrylix® Block (Y1008). Retail Value: $73.60 US / $81.20 CAN.

New Consultant Kit Choose Me 6

CHOOSE ME 6


Get ready to create with three adorable stamp sets, two beautiful ink pads, and supplies to clean and maintain them.


Includes a Double Scrubber (Z1163), My Acrylix® Spritz Cleaner (1778), My Acrylix® A Tulip Stamp Set (A1111), My Acrylix®Spring Up Stamp Set (B1365), My Acrylix® Bless This Nest Stamp Set (C1445), A Tulip Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2166), Garden Green Exclusive Inks® Pad (Z2120), and a 3” x 3” My Acrylix®Block (Y1006) (not shown). Retail Value: $75.05 US/ $82.90 CAN.


I have a feeling it's going to be a very scrappy month! 

 In other news I've been busy getting ready for my first Workshop! It'll be on May 18th at 10 a.m. in my home in Caneva.  We'll be doing two 2 page layouts,  a 12x12 paper storage, and learning about heat embossing. All with the Sophia paper line. It should be oodles of fun! I will be posting the paper storage under the FAQ tab as I take pictures of my progress.

Happy Scrapping!



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Busy busy!

Hi there! It has been a chaotic couple of weeks! All 3 boys got sick, then I did. My poor scraproom was left alone for far too long. One good thing about being laid up was I had plenty of time to play in Studio J. What a fantastic program!

Studio J® is free online scrapbooking design software brought to you by Close To My Heart. Studio J helps you easily create two-page layouts using our foundational scrapbook patterns, exclusive color palette, and themed designs all delivered in 12" × 12" custom prints ready for your albums!


Here are a few I made....







I'm really looking forward to incorporating these into my scrapbooks! CONTACT ME for more information or you can ORDER HERE.





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To be continued....

Hi there! I just wanted to check in and let you know I haven't forgotten my little blog. My husband just deployed and we spent the week before he left locked in our own little world.

But I am excited to be working on our project for the first Workshop in May! We'll be making a 12x12 standing paper storage in addition to the two 2 page layouts. I'll post pictures later of how mine turns out!



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Studio J- Real Life, Real Scrapbooks, Real time.

Close To My Heart just put out a video showing how easy Studio J is to use. It inspired me to try it out and now I am hooked! I caught up on 3 months of pictures in about 20 minutes. It will never replace traditional scrapbooking in my heart, but I think Studio J compliments it well. Plus it will be great for making albums as gifts for family and friends!




Happy Scrapping!

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HUGE Sale!!

I just wanted to give you a heads up that there is a huge sale going on right now at MyCTMH

Paper bundles for as low as $7.00!!!






Hurry before it's all gone!!



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