January Blog Hop!

First of all, HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010 EVERYONE!! I hope you all have a WONDERFUL year, and I look forward to sharing it with you! Now, onto what you have all been waiting for, the FIRST Stamp of the Month for 2010!

This month's SOTM is called True Friends (D1406) and it is an amazing set of 11 stamps. I hope you'll hop along with us. I cannot wait to see all of the artwork created by my incredibly talented Close to My Heart "sistahs" as we like to call ourselves!

When you're done here, the next stop is Krista Ritskes' Blog, and don't forget to keep hopping! You won't want to miss all the artwork created. So many different ideas all made with the SAME stamp set!

I have created this card, and a cute little tag for a gift box:



For the card, I used a pattern from our "How-To" cardmaking book, "Wishes". The pattern can be found on page 78 and is titled "Sentiment Secured".

To create these items I used the following products:
D1406- True Friends
X7119B- Veranda Home Level 2 Paper Packet (I'm LOVING ALL the new paper packs)
1244- Garden Gree CS
X5642- Cocoa CS
Z2114- Cocoa Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Z2120- Garden Green Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Z2165- Juniper Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad

Z1206- Craft Buttons, Basic

3364- DMC Embroidery Floss

Be sure to continue hopping! I know you won't be disappointed! And don't be afraid to leave comments of the work you see! We all LOVE feedback!

Ring in the NEW YEAR!!

Hello everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that I have been in a bit of a slump lately, but I am VERY MUCH looking forward to an exciting 2010!! I am working hard to get the January calendar prepared and posted, as well as get other things together.

In 2010 we will be adding a Copic Marker Club!!! Yep, I went to Eau Claire, WI for certification with these awesome markers and am looking forward to bringing classes your way. I have put a lot of time into finding the closest colors I could to the Close To My Heart color palette so that all of our artwork we create with the Close To My Heart products will be as beautiful as can be. So, be sure to watch for upcoming details. The club will start in February, but the deadline to sign up for the first class will be in January. I have to order the markers, and since they are high quality and not inexpensive, I will ONLY order for those that have paid for and reserved their spots. At February's class, you will receive the information for the March class, but it will need to be paid for in February..........

Anyway, there will be another calendar club that will begin in March or April, be watching for that information as well.

The kits of the month this Idea Book cycle are AMAZING! I am having a WONDERFUL time getting the samples together so that you may physically see how beautiful they are. I think I am in love with ALL FOUR new paper packs this go 'round!

Ohhhhh, and do I have something GREAT to share with all of you SOON! I have also been busy playing with Studio J! It is still in it's BETA form being tested by the Close To My Heart Consultants, but should be released this spring for all of our customers. You will LOVE this! I will never fully be a Studio (digital) scrapbooker because I like the feel of the products in my hands, but this sure is a great alternative to play catch up, to make a gift, to experiment with. However, if you ARE into Studio (digital) scrapbooking, you are going to LOVE this product!! NO upfront costs, NO downloading software to your computer, you pay NOTHING to try to product out, to create your artwork.......you ONLY pay when you ORDER your finished product! It's sooooo exciting, I cannot wait to share it with you!

So, although I have been MIA (missing in action), I am gearing up for a FANTABULOUS (yeah I know, it's not a REAL word) year in 2010.

Happy New Year to all of you. Have a safe and happy holiday. Things will be in full swing again at My Creative Clubhouse beginning Monday, January 4th. Hope to see LOTS of all of you!

Clubhouse Closed Today December 9th

Due to the "lovely" weather we have here in Washington County, WI, My Creative Clubhouse will be closed today. Everyone stay safe, and drive carefully if you have to be out.

Welcome to our December Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!

This month's SOTM is called Notice the Details (D1378) and it's a fun set of 41 stamps. I hope you'll hop along with us. We have so many talented Consultants participating this month - I can't wait to see what they all have created, especially since I struggled a bit!

When you're done here, the next stop is Melissa's Blog, and don't forget to keep hopping! You won't want to miss all the artwork created. So many different ideas all made with the SAME stamp set!

I have created this two page layout.

I used the following items:

D1378- Notice the Details

X7116B- Sweet Home Level 2 Paper Packet

1284- Indian Corn Blue CS

X5638- Garnet CS

1292- Crystal Blue CS

Z2121- Garnet Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad

Z2130- Indian Corn Blue Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad

Be sure to continue hopping! You won't be disappointed!

November Calendar

Here is the November Calendar for My Creative Clubhouse. Click image to make it larger!

It's a STAMPAGANZA!!!

Whether you're a long-time fan of stamps or are just venturing into this fun hobby, now is the perfect time to grab some My Acrylix® decorative stamp sets! This is a sale you won't want to miss!!

Beginning TODAY, November 3RD THROUGH November 30, 2009, when you purchase any two stamp sets (sizes A, B, C, D, and/or E only) at full retail price you will receive a third stamp set of your choice FREE (of equal or lesser value)— a savings of up to $22.95!

Choose from any stamp set offered in any 2009 Idea Book or the current Product Review.
Take advantage of this month’s great offer to add to your assortment of these innovative stamps.

And to make your shopping all the easier, you may visit my website tammypinchard@myctmh.com and all of the stamp sets that are due to retire will be highlighted for easy viewing. In addition, there is a separate group with all the retiring sets in one place! So, don't miss this awesome sale! What a GREAT way to get some of your holiday shopping taken care of!

You can shop right online if you choose. However, if you need assistance placing an order or prefer to place your order directly with me, please do not hesitate to call me at 414-640-0412.

HAPPY SHOPPING!

November Blog Hop is HERE!!!

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! We have several consultants participating this month. You will not be disappointed with what these talented ladies have come up with this month!

If you get lost along the hop, you can always return to my site, or start at the beginning by visiting Jena's Blog!!

HERE WE GO:

This month, we are featuring artwork created with the November Stamp of the Month, Around the Block (D1377). This stamp set is adorable and so versatile. You will want to add this one to your collection, no doubt!!

I have created this card using the Burned Batik technique.



Materials used:

D1195- The Works Alphabet
D1377- Around the Block (November 2009 Stamp of the Month)
Z2130- Indian Corn Blue My Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Z2117- Crystal Blue My Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
Z2126- Heavenly Blue My Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad
1385- White Daisy Cardstock (1) 4” x 5 ¼”, (1) 3 ¾” x 5”, (1) 2 ¼” x 3”, (1) 2” x 2 ¾”
1284- Indian Corn Blue Cardstock (1) 5 ½” x 8 ½”
Z1151- 3-D Foam Tape
BULK157- Organdy Ribbon with Satin Edges (12”)
Z891- Versamark Stamp Pad
Z669- Silver Embossing Powder
Z555- Craft Heater
Z697- Round Sponge
Embossing Buddy
Spray Mist Water Bottle

Watch for the tutorial coming soon! Now, hop on over to visit Nancy Brown to see what she has created!!!

Clubhouse Calendar October 25th through October 31st

Technique of the Week - Burned Batik. **This technique is offered Monday, October 26th through Friday, October 30th any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.**

OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools (Cricut Expression with over 80 cartridges, Cuttlebug with dies & embossing folders), inks (60 colors), stamps sets (OVER 800 acrylic, some wood), markers (60 colors that match with ink pads), etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Sunday, October 25th - CLOSED
Monday, October 26th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday, October 27th- CLOSED
Wednesday, October 28th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday, October 29th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME-ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 8 PM ALSO, Technique of the Week- 6 PM - 8 PM, Burned Batik **also available anytime My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not being held!
Friday, October 30th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday, October 31st-OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- 1 PM - 4 PM

*****SPECIAL NOTE***** Please call for make up Calendar Club time!

Technique of the WEEK-Burned Batik

This technique is Burned Batik! This will be available the week of Monday, October 26th through Friday, October 30th ANYTIME My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is NOT being held.

Cost per person is $5.00

Please call to reserve your time to assist me with my scheduling!

This will also be taught Thursday, October 29th

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm!

Technique of the WEEK-Kissing

I BET that title caught your attention, now didn't it? Hahahaha, I am so loving what I do........

Anyway, this week's technique is stamp kissing. This is so much fun, and a great, easy technique that can really expand the possible uses of your existing stamps! I am looking forward to showing you and all your friends how this can expand your possibilities!

This technique will be taught anytime the clubhouse is open Monday through Friday. Please see previous post for our clubhouse calendar!

Cost is $5.00 per person, hope to see you there!

Clubhouse Calendar October 18th through October 24th

Technique of the Week - Kissing.**This technique is offered Monday, October 19th through Friday, October 23rd any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.

**OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools (Cricut Expression with over 80 cartridges, Cuttlebug with dies & embossing folders), inks (60 colors), stamps sets (OVER 800 acrylic, some wood), markers (60 colors that match with ink pads), etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Sunday, October 18th - CLOSED
Monday, October 19th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday, October 20th- CLOSED
Wednesday, October 21st- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 8 PM
ALSO, Technique of the Week-6 PM - 8 PM, Kissing **also available anytime My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not being held!
Thursday, October 22nd- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME-ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM Cardmaking Class 10 AM - NOON, CLOSED @ 6:00 PM
Friday, October 23rd- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 8 PM
Cardmaking Class 6 PM - 8 PM
Saturday, October 24th-OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- 1 PM - 4 PM
Holiday Cards Workshop 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM


*****SPECIAL NOTE***** Please call for make up Calendar Club time!

Clubhouse Calendar October 11th through October 17th

Technique of the Week - Rock 'n Roll.**This technique is offered Monday, October 12th through Friday, October 16th any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.

**OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools (Cricut Expression with over 80 cartridges, Cuttlebug with dies & embossing folders), inks (60 colors), stamps sets (OVER 800 acrylic, some wood), markers (60 colors that match with ink pads), etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Sunday, October 11th - CLOSED
Monday, October 12th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday, October 13th- Technique of the Week- 6 pm - 8 pm - Rock 'n Roll , **also available ANYTIME clubhouse is open & no other classes are scheduled.
Wednesday, October 14th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday, October 15th- Scrap Class (Trick or Treat) 10 am - Noon **CLOSED @ 3:30 PM
Friday, October 16th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday, October 17th -OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 8 AM - 3 PM
***Holiday Cards Workshop Rescheduled for Saturday, October 24th 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm***

*****SPECIAL NOTE***** Please call for make up Calendar Club time!

October Scrap Class-Trick or Treat

This is the 2 page layout for the October Scrap Class! I have to tell you that I started designing this layout, when Lane and the boys surprised me with a visit. While the boys tried out the new airbrushing system, Lane decided to get into the designing mode with me, and this is what WE ended up with! I think they turned out adorable, and I hope you like them as well!

This class is being held Thursday, October 15th 10 am - Noon. Page kits are also available for purchase! Cost for this class or page kit is $15.00. And those of you who are not local, these kits can be shipped to you as well!

Technique of the WEEK-Rock 'n Roll

This week at My Creative Clubhouse, I'm going to teach you to Rock 'n Roll!! This awesome technique adds great colors to your stamped images all in one step! Be sure to stop by and create your own card with this great technique!!

This is available throughout the week of Monday, October 12th through Friday, October 16th! Only $5.00!

ENTER TO WIN!!

Hello everyone! Wanted to put out a quick post for all of you. I have not told you much about it, but there is an AWESOME new "product" that Close to my Heart will be launching next year called Studio J.

YOU can enter to win a 12x12 Cocoa My Legacy Album by visiting www.studioj.com and entering your email address for updates.

You need only enter ONCE!! Names will be drawn ONCE A WEEK and if you do not win, your name stays in the drawing!

Good luck to each and every one of you! I hope you come out winners!

October Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!!

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! We have several consultants participating this month, so the blog hop has now been split into three groups. You may find the complete listing on Jena's Blog.

This blog hop is so simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Are you ready to see some amazing artwork? Here we go!


I used the Jingle Level 2 Paper Packet, Liquid Glass mixed with Prisma Glitter, and satin edged organdy ribbon! I also used Olive, Juniper and Creme Brulee Exclusive Ink Pads.


Now "Hop" on over to Chris Shouse's Blog to see her work! If you get lost on the hop or find links that aren't working, click {here} for a complete list of participating blogs.

Fabulous Fall Page Kits--FOR SALE!!

If you missed the Scrap Class for September which featured the "Fabulous Fall" pages, you can still purchase a page kit to assembly on your own! That's right, all cut, all ready for you to assemble, same GREAT price as the class- ONLY $10.00!

Not sure what I am talking about? Check here to see the pages I am referring to! Don't delay, there are not many kits left for purchase!

Stamp of the Month Blog Hop Coming Soon!

Are YOU ready for another fun filled Stamp of the Month Blog Hop? We have grown to so many great consultants participating that it has now been broken down into three groups. Below is all of the participants. You will want to check back tomorrow to see all of the WONDERFUL artwork these talented ladies have made!

GROUP 1

Jena DeVries

http://www.livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/

Helen Onulak

http://www.hookedonstamping.com/

Linda Shewchuk

http://www.awesomememories.blogspot.com/

Kristie Herdener

http://www.goofyscrapper.blogspot.com/

Sheila Bennett

http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/

Cibele Glazer

http://www.flowerfoot.blogspot.com/

Barbra Otten

http://barbraotten.blogspot.com/

Melissa Laverty

http://www.fancymelissa.blogspot.com/

Carla Ironside

http://www.carlacreates.blogspot.com/

Nona Davenport

http://www.nonapearl.blogspot.com/

Deb Young

http://www.scrapbookczar.blogspot.com/

Terrie Dodd

http://www.my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/

Alanna Moses

http://www.damoses.blogspot.com/

Antoinette Herrin

http://www.godblessyourart.blogspot.com/

Jamia Bankhead

http://www.papermadnessinc.blogspot.com/

Karen Norman

http://www.gettinscrappywithit.blogspot.com/

Beth Naumann

http://www.bethscreativeblock.blogspot.com/

Brae Montgomery

http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com/

Kathleen Androlewicz

http://bowlofstamps.blogspot.com/

Tanya David

http://www.scramperscorner.blogspot.com/

Tammy Lea Pinchard

http://mycreativeclubhouse.blogspot.com/

Chris Shouse

http://www.houseostamps.wordpress.com/

GROUP 2

Debra Van Patten

http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/

Lori Leng

http://www.pinkcloudscrappers.blogspot.com/

Nancy Brown

http://www.creativelyartsygallery.blogspot.com/

Krista Ritskes

http://kristaritskes-simplycreating.blogspot.com/

Katy Donaldson

http://www.scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/

Pamela OConnor

http://www.cherishyourmemories.blogspot.com/

Jen Rubio

http://www.jenrubio.blogspot.com/

Haley Dyer

http://www.inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/

Michelle Nist

http://michellenist.blogspot.com/

Jen Patrick

http://www.roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/

Kimberly Smith

http://verykimberry.blogspot.com/

Sylvia Jacquot

http://stampinsylvia.blogspot.com/

Sarita Schraeder

http://www.blessedscrapper.blogspot.com/

Dawn Ross

http://www.iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/

Laurie Newton

http://scrapsfromthebeach.blogspot.com/

Kami Welter

http://www.scrappin4memories.blogspot.com/

Wendy Kessler

http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com/

Jessica Booth

http://jessicabooth.blogspot.com/

Lori Brown

http://www.savingmine.blogspot.com/

Barbara Harris

http://www.paper-creations117.blogspot.com/

GROUP 3

Judy Burger

http://makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/

Paige Dolecki

http://www.paigespaperparadise.blogspot.com/

Nancy Ball

http://www.ballisticdesign.blogspot.com/

Adeline E. Brill

http://adeline-brill.blogspot.com/

Cindy Leek

http://www.paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/

Carol Taggio

http://craftycarol55.blogspot.com/

Jody Gustafson

http://www.cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/

Wanda Riley

http://www.creatingwithwanda.blogspot.com/

Jill Lucas

http://scrapwench.blogspot.com/

Susan Brooks

http://www.stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/

Dawn Heuft

http://www.stamptildawn.blogspot.com/

Shannon Pelletier

http://www.mycolorfulworldinvt.blogspot.com/

Laurie Levnik

http://www.creationsbylaurie.blogspot.com/

Caren Goldsein

http://www.scrappycaren.blogspot.com/

Brenda Harmless

http://keepsakeswithheart.blogspot.com/

Amy McVey

http://www.clearlystamping.blogspot.com/

Traci Godbee

http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/

Maricar Harris

http://www.maricarharris.blogspot.com/

Pam Klassen

http://eimmap.blogspot.com/

Misty Jackson

http://www.misstscraps.blogspot.com/

Enjoy this amazing hop!!!

Clubhouse Calendar September 27th through October 3rd

Technique of the Week - Two-Step Stamping.**This technique is offered Monday, Septemer 28th through Wednesday, September 30th any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.

**OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools (Cricut Expression with over 80 cartridges, Cuttlebug with dies & embossing folders), inks (60 colors), stamps sets (OVER 800 acrylic, some wood), markers (60 colors that match with ink pads), etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Sunday, September 25th- CLOSED
Monday, September 26th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday, Sept 22nd- Technique of the Week- 6 pm - 8 pm - Two-Step Stamping , **also available ANYTIME clubhouse is open & no other classes are scheduled (Monday - Wednesday this wee)**.
Wednesday, September 30th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY!! 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday, October 1st- CLOSED- CTMH Training, Minneapolis, MN
Friday, October 2nd- CLOSED- CTMH Training, Minneapolis, MN
Saturday, October 3rd- CLOSED- CTMH Training, Minneapolis, MN

*****SPECIAL NOTE***** Calendar Club will be held Thursday, October 8th 10 am - Noon, and FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9TH 6 PM - 8 PM!

Technique of the WEEK-Two-Step Stamping

This week's technique is Two-Step Stamping. Learn to move your stamping from good to FANTASTIC with two-step stamped images.

This technique will be offered ONLY Monday through Wednesday of this week.

When: Tuesday, September 29th 6-8 pm

OR

anytime Monday through Wednesday that there is not another class going on!

Cost: $5.00

Where: My Creative Clubhouse, 132 N Main Street, West Bend, WI (262) 338-CLUB (2582).

Also, are you on Facebook? My Creative Clubhouse has a group on Facebook where all classes and events are also posted! Be sure to join My Creative Clubhouse on Facebook!

Clubhouse Calendar September 20th through September 25th

Technique of the Week - Wax Paper Resist.
**This technique is offered Monday, Septemer 21st through Friday, September 25th any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.**

OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools (Cricut Expression with over 80 cartridges, Cuttlebug with dies & embossing folders), inks (60 colors), stamps sets (OVER 800 acrylic, some wood), markers (60 colors that match with ink pads), etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Monday, September 21st- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY
Tuesday, Sept 22nd- Technique of the Week- 6 pm - 8 pm - Wax Paper Resist , **also available ANYTIME clubhouse is open & no other classes are scheduled (Monday - Friday)**.
Wednesday, September 23rd- Cardmaking Class 6 pm - 8 pm
Thursday, Sept 24th- Cardmaking Class 10 am - Noon - CLOSED @ 3:00 pm
Friday, Sept 25th- OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- ALL DAY
Saturday, Sept 26th- ALL DAY CROP!!

Cardmaking Class-September

September cardmaking class will consist of six cards, all using the sentiments "Thank You" or "Thinking of You". Here is a sampling of the cards we will make. This cardmaking class will be offered for one evening & one daytime class.

When: Wednesday, Septemer 23rd, 6 pm - 8 pm
OR Thursday, September 24th, 10 am - NOON
Cost: $15.00 *Pre-Registration, Pre-Payment is required*
Where: My Creative Clubhouse, 132 N Main Street, West Bend, WI
Contacts: 262-338-CLUB (2582) or MyCreativeClubhouse@yahoo.com

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions!!

Technique of the WEEK-Wax Paper Resist

Week of Monday, September 21st through Friday September 25th, My Creative Clubhouse will be teaching WAX PAPER RESIST technique! Make this quick, but cute card!

Scheduled class: Tuesday, September 22nd 6 pm - 8 pm!
Cost: $5.00

ALSO available throughout the week any time there is not another class being held.

WELCOME Big Brother/Big Sister Group!

This week, My Creative Clubhouse will be hosting a special scrap class for Big Brother/Big Sister of Washington County. These are the pages I have created for this very special group of matches.

Can't wait to meet all of you! See you Friday evening, September 18th! I hope you enjoy your pages.

Only a few left for purchase!!!

Did you forget to reserve your "Back to School" page kit? If so, be sure to do so soon. There are only a couple of these great kits left to purchase! Contact me ASAP to reserve yours!

Clubhouse Calendar September 13th through September 19th

Technique of the Week - Reflections This technique is offered Monday, Septemer 14th through Friday, September 18th any time My Creative Clubhouse is open and another class is not going on.

OPEN CLUBHOUSE TIME- Anytime clubhouse is open!!! $5.00 per hour. Come use all the tools, inks, stamps sets, markers, etc that are included at the clubhouse. Create to your heart's content!!

Monday, Sept 14th- Scrap Class 6 pm - 8 pm (Fabulous Fall)
Tuesday, Sept 15th- Technique of the Week- 6 pm - 8 pm - Reflections
Thursday, Sept 17th- Scrap Class 10 am - Noon - CLOSED @ 3:00 pm
Friday, Sept 18th- Private Session Big Brother/Big Sister Group 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday, Sept 19th- Open 1 pm - 5 pm Workshop of the Month -Dates to Remember 1 pm - 4 pm

ALL DAY CROP-TIL-U-DROP!

DATE: Saturday, September 26th

TIME: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

COST: $50.00

Join me at My Creative Clubhouse on Satuday, September 26th for an ALL DAY CROP!! Doors will open at 10:00 am, and we will crop late into the night!

Cost includes a six foot work area, lunch, door prizes, use of OVER 800 acrylic stamp sets, various wood mounted stamps, 60 different colors of ink pads with coordinating markers, acrylic blocks, stamp cleaners...

Oh wait, and did I mention the Cricut Expression machine with OVER 80 different cartridges?? Eeek, and there is that lovely little Cuttlebug with dies, embossing folders, and a wide variety of Nestabilities to boot! Paper crimpers, punches, heat embossing guns.......the list goes on and on!

Limited snacks, water and soda will be available for purchase as well.

So, come check out the very first all day crop being held at My Creative Clubhouse!! Don't know where we are located? You'll find us at 132 N Main Street, West Bend, WI 53095!

***Pre-Payment, Pre-Registration IS required and SPACE IS LIMITED so reserve YOUR space NOW!***

September Scrap Class-Fabulous Fall

September Scrap Class-Fabulous Fall

Evening Class:
DATE: Monday, September 14th
TIME: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
COST: $10.00



Morning Class:
DATE: Thursday, September 17th
TIME: 10:00 am - Noon
COST: $10.00

**Pre-Registration, Pre-Payment is required**

UNABLE TO MAKE IT TO A CLASS? Kits are also available for purchase for you to assemble on your own time!

Technique of the WEEK-Reflection

During the week of Monday, September 14th through Friday, September 18th, learn how to make a reflection when stamping.

Date: Tuesday, September 15th
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Cost: $5.00

**Pre-registration, Pre-payment is required**

You may also come in throughout the week to be taught this technique as long as there is no other class being taught. Again, pre-registration, pre-payment is required!

September Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! We will be featuring September's SOTM,which is D1375 Treasures. If you have come here from Jan Moxey'sBlog, you are on the right path! If this is your first stop, you may want to go back to Jena DeVrie's Blog and start from the beginning!

This month we have OVER 65 Close To My Heart Consultants sharing their creations using this month's SOTM and other great CTMH products on their blogs. This is simple to do - just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog tomove to the next one! Here we go!

I created a single page layout using Reflections How-To Program. I random stamped with the Treasures SOTM in chocolate, crystal blue & sweet leaf inks. I then used the Sorbet Exclusive Marker with my NEW airbrushing system (YEAH, going to have LOTS of fun with this) to distress the colonial white cardstock background.

My base page is a 12"x12" chocolate cardstock, along with crystal blue cardstock, a sweet leaf accent piece (base page, sweet leaf accent piece & crystal blue pieces are sanding distressed) and a strip of the NEW Twitterpated polka dot B&T paper!!

Products Used: Reflections How-To Program
Papers: Twitterpated Level 2 Paper Pack, Chocolate CS, Crystal Blue CS, Sweet Leaf CS
Inks: Chocolate, Crystal Blue, Sweet Leaf, Sorbet
Accessories: Z1127 Chocolate Collection Ribbon Rounds, Z1218 Brads Basic Collection, Z1206 Craft Buttons Basic Collection.

And for my second creation, I used the new Grace Level 2 Paper Packet, Chocolate Collection Ribbon Rounds and Basic Brads Collection. Inks: Barn Red, Cocoa and Honey.

Now "Hop" on over to Paige Dolecki's Blog to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and other fun ideas!

Remember, Treasures SOTM is only available until September 30th! Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount or even free !

If you get lost on the hop or find links that aren't working, please see my previous post with a complete list of all this month's blog partcipants!! Have lots of fun!

Wow! Look at all the bloggers!

Wow!! Our list of contributing Close To My Heart Consultants has grown again!! Below is the list of the September Stamp of the Month participants, just in case you get lost along the way! I hope all of you are enjoying the great artwork!

Jena DeVries
http://livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop.html
Nona Davenport
http://nonapearl.blogspot.com/2009/08/septembers-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Katy Donaldson
http://scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/2009/09/stom-blog-hop.html
Cibele Glazer
http://flowerfoot.blogspot.com/2009/09/treasures-september-stamp-of-month-blog.html
Laura Dame
http://thecroppersconnection.blogspot.com/2009_09_01_archive.html#6447711629602400966
Lori Leng
http://pinkcloudscrappers.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Jamia Bankhead
http://papermadnessinc.blogspot.com/2009/09/welcome-to-september-blog-hop.html

Melissa Laverty
http://fancymelissa.blogspot.com/2009/09/ctmh-treasures-blog-hop-september-stamp.html
Pamela OConnor
http://cherishyourmemories.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Sheila Bennett
http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/2009/09/treasures-sotm-blog-hop.html
Adeline E. Brill
http://adeline-brill.blogspot.com/2009/08/0901-its-september.html
Wendy Kessler
http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com/2009/09/01/september-ctmh-sotm-blog-hop/
Beth Naumann
http://bethscreativeblock.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Barbra Otten
http://barbraotten.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-hop.html
Terrie Dodd
http://my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-sotm-blog-hop.html

Judy Burger
http://makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Jessica Booth
http://jessicabooth.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-ctmh-blog-hop.html

Leisa Hubley
http://bigredscraps.blogspot.com/2009/08/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-brayered-sky.html
Helen Onulak
http://www.hookedonstamping.com/index.php/cards/september-stamp-of-the-month-blog-hop/
Debra Van Patten
http://memoriesoftheheartbydeb.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop.html

Juli Clark
http://thestampteacher.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Sarita Schraeder
http://blessedscrapper.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-blog-hop-full-of-treasures.html
Michelle Robinson
http://amaizenbluelady.typepad.com/my_crazy_scrappin_times/2009/08/september-ctmh-stamp-of-the-month-blog-hop.html
Maricar Harris
http://maricarharris.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Antoinette Herrin
http://godblessyourart.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Kathleen Androlewicz
http://bowlofstamps.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Cindy Leek
http://paperspadsandpictures.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-close-to-my-heart-stamp-of.html
Dawn Heuft
http://stamptildawn.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-blop-hop.html

Barbara Harris
http://www.paper-creations117.blogspot.com/
Alanna Moses
http://damoses.blogspot.com/2009/09/ctmh-blog-hop.html

Laurie Levnik
http://creationsbylaurie.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Tanya David
http://scramperscorner.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop-treasures.html

Karen Norman
http://gettinscrappywithit.blogspot.com/2009/09/treasures-september-stamp-of-month-blog.html

Jan Moxey
http://scrapandstamp4ever.blogspot.com/2009/08/ready-to-do-september-hop.html

Tammy Lea Pinchard
http://mycreativeclubhouse.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Paige Dolecki
http://paigespaperparadise.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-ctmh-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Kelly Triggs
http://stampinallday.blogspot.com/2009/09/bouncin-right-along.html

Sherry Thompson
http://picturespatternsandpaper.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Deb Young
http://scrapbookczar.blogspot.com/2009/08/ctmh-stamp-of-month-blog-hop-ctmh.html
Nancy Ball
http://ballisticdesign.blogspot.com/2009/08/blog-hop-sept-sotm-treasures.html

Chris Shouse
http://houseostamps.wordpress.com/2009/09/01/blog-hop-september-stamp-of-the-month/
Dawn Ross
http://iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Brae Montgomery
http://thebrae-er.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-treasures-blog.html

Laurie R Newton
http://scrapsfromthebeach.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop-d1375.html
Haley Dyer
http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop-and.html
Carol Taggio
http://craftycarol55.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stom-blog-hop.html

Amy McVey
http://www.clearlystamping.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-treasures-blog.html

Carla Ironside

http://carlacreates.blogspot.com/2009/09/ctmh-september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Jen Rubio
http://jenrubio.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Kristie Horness-Herdener
http://goofyscrapper.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-blog-hop_31.html

Jill Lucas
http://scrapwench.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Wanda Riley
http://creatingwithwanda.blogspot.com/2009/08/blog-hop.html
Miranda Kurz
http://www.scrampinwithmiranda.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Jody Gustafson
http://cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/2009/08/make-wish-sotm-blog-hop.html

Susan Brooks
http://stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-blog-hop.html

Kami Welter
http://scrappin4memories.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Jennifer Patrick
http://roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/2009/08/stamp-of-month-blog-hop-treasures.html

Julia Menssen
http://ralphandjulia.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-sotm-blog-hop.html

Shannon Pelletier
http://mycolorfulworldinvt.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop.html
Linda Shewchuk
http://awesomememories.blogspot.com/2009/09/blog-hop-stamp-of-month-september.html
Brenda Harmless
http://keepsakeswithheart.blogspot.com/2009/09/ctmh-september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Donni Alvarenga
http://donniscreativetherapy.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-stamp-of-month-treasures.html
Nancy Brown
http://creativelyartsygallery.blogspot.com/2009/08/treasures-sept-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html
Traci Godbee
http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-stamp-of-month-blog-hop.html

Pam Klassen
http://eimmap.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-sotm-treasures.html
Lori Miller
http://clearlyfromtheheart.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-blog-hop-treasures.html
Kimberly Smith
http://verykimberry.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop.html
Caren Goldsein
http://scrappycaren.blogspot.com/2009/08/september-sotm-blog-hop.html

Misty Jackson
http://misstscraps.blogspot.com/2009/09/september-sotm-blog-hop.html

September SOTM Hop Starts Tomorrow!!!

Don't forget, tomorrow, Tuesday, September 1st the September Stamp of the Month blog hop will be posted! I am so very excited to see what my fellow Close To My Heart Consultants have created with this set. I REALLY like it and am certain you will too!

Technique of the WEEK-Stained Glass

This week learn how to give your work the "stained glass" appearance. This technique is easy and a lot of fun!!

Class will be offered:

Tuesday, September 1st 6 pm - 8 pm

as well as throughout the week! Just pre-register, pre-pay for the day and time you choose.

Cost of class is $5.00

Hope to see you at My Creative Clubhouse to learn this great technique! It is a great look for upcoming holiday cards too!

Week of August 24th Schedule

TECHNIQUE OF THE WEEK- Cricut Basics

Monday- Open clubhouse time (open 10 am - 6 pm)
Tuesday- Cricut Basics 6 pm - 8 pm, Open clubhouse time (open 5:30 pm - 9 pm)
Wednesday- Evening Cardmaking Class 6 pm - 8 pm, Open clubhouse time (open 10 am - 9 pm***)
Thursday- Morning Cardmaking Class 10 am - Noon, Open clubhouse time (open 10 am - 4 pm***)
Friday-Open clubhouse time (open 10 am - 6 pm)
Saturday- FREE Make & Take 9 am - Noon, Open clubhouse time (Open 8 am - 3 pm)

Please note changes to Wednesday & Thursday hours this week. As many of you are aware, I have school-age children. I am a Mom before anything else, and therefore have re-arranged my schedule to accomodate my sons' activities. Please keep a close eye on the schedule as will change as the season progresses.

I appreciate your understanding as I balance being a business owner and mother, as both are important to me!

Cardmaking Class-Sneak Peek!

This month, cardmaking class will be held on WEDNESDAY, August 27th 6 pm - 8 pm and Thursday, August 28th, 10 am - Noon.

We will make a total of FOUR cards, but here is a sneak peek at ONE of them!

When: Wednesday, Aug 27th 6 pm - 8 pm OR Thursday, Aug 28th, 10 am - Noon

Cost: $15.00

Where: My Creative Clubhouse, 132 N Main Street, West Bend, WI

Contact: (262) 338-CLUB (2582) OR mycreativeclubhouse@yahoo.com

Technique of the WEEK-Cricut Basics!

Back by popular demand is the Cricut Basics class!! This class will be held throughout the week as time allows as well as Tuesday, August 25th 6 pm - 8 pm!!

Cost is $5.00 per person. Be sure to reserve YOUR seat right away. This class fills very quickly!

August Scrap Class-Back To School

These are the pages (two 12x12 pages) for this month's scrap class. I have SIX kits available for purchase. The price per kit is $10.00 (plus postage if you are not local). Please call me ASAP (262) 338-2582, or email mycreativeclubhouse@yahoo.com to reserve YOUR kit!

Copic Certified Design Artist

This past weekend, I traveled to Eau Claire, WI to attend some training and certification classes on Copic markers! What a blast I had! First off, the classes were held at "Picture This" scrapbooking store!!! All I can say is "WOW"! This place is HUGE, has terrific selection, the classroom is phenomenal, and the staff is fantabulous (is that a word?, LOL)!!

To top it off, I was able to stay at a scrapbooking retreat, Green Haven Retreat! Not only was this retreat absolutely perfect, but it was right in the same parking lot area from Picture This!!! How perfect is that? Not far to go for classes, shopping pretty much at your finger tips...."WOW"!!

Probably the best part of all? All the instruction offered by Sally Lynn MacDonald! We made some GREAT projects, learned basics of using Copic markers, airbrushing......Sally Lynn is a WONDERFUL, down to earth woman with great talent. I LOVED sharing stories of our kids and our experiences with life in general. What a warm, sweet woman she is!

Actually, the VERY BEST part of all is that I walked away as a Copic Certified Design Artist!! That's right, I can now teach classes with the Copic markers and products! So, I will be taking a few weeks to practice up, get some classes together, and also put together a Copic Club (details to follow)! The artwork that can be attained with these gems is unbelievable. The key is knowing HOW to use them, what can go wrong, etc.

I will be sharing some blogs soon that got me hooked on the look of using Copics, so be sure to visit me regularly!

Technique of the WEEK-Masking

This week's technique is masking! Learn how to mask and image to only use part of it for stamping. This week, you will have a chance to use not yet released products from the Autumn/Winter 2009 Close To My Heart Idea Book!

Aren't the stamp set and papers adorable? Okay, my photography stinks, but trust me, they are adorable!

This technique will be taught this week, August 17th through August 21st. It is taught Tuesday evenings, 6 pm - 8 pm or any other time during the week that I do not have other classes scheduled.

Don't forget to join me on Facebook! You can join "My Creative Clubhouse" group where I will post the schedule and other events!

Hope to see you here this week for this great tecnique!

Technique Tuesday Becomes Technique of the WEEK!

Yes, you read that right! Technique Tuesday is NOW Technique of the WEEK! Due to some changes at My Creative Clubhouse, the technique will be offered Monday through Friday! I will have one table set up to accommodate the technique of the week.

Basically, due to the fact that I still need to help out at our family business, Auto Pro, the Tuesday hours of My Creative Clubhouse have changed to 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm. The technique class will be held Tuesday evenings 6 pm - 8 pm, BUT you may also come in throughout the week WHEN THERE ARE NOT OTHER CLASSES being held to receive instruction for the technique of the week! You will still need to Pre-Register & Pre-Pay just like always.

So, are you ready to see what the technique is for the week of Monday, August 10th through Friday, August 14th? The technique is "GHOSTING", and here is the project we will make:

I hope you are looking forward to learning this technique as much as I am to teach it! I really had fun making this card and know you will too, so hurry and reserve your spot! Hope to see you there!

2009 Autumn/Winter Idea Book Coming Soon!

UPS Warning About the NEW CTMH Fall/Winter Idea Book!!!

I just had to share this... LOL

This time of the year has come around once again. Close To My Heart is releasing the New Idea Book and Catalog. Please be extremely cautious of Close To My Heart Consultants (CTMHCs) for the next two weeks.

How to Deliver the New Idea Book and Catalog:

1. Be sure you have fixed your squeaky brakes - if not, park your truck two blocks away so the CTMHC can not hear you coming.

2. Put in your earplugs and secure your safety glasses.

3. If you see children looking out the window, put your finger up to your lips and say "SHHHH".. They are on a "lookout" for you and are being paid to "alert" their mothers (CTMHCs) when they see you coming to the door.

4. Approach the front door and very quietly, set the package down in front of the door (Make sure you place it in FRONT so when she opens the door, the box will be in the way and give you a little more time to escape).

5. Back up as far as you can and reach for the doorbell, (BE READY TO RUN !!!). Ring the doorbell and make a mad dash back to your truck and drive away....DO NOT LOOK BACK !!!

The UPS corporation is informing you of this because in the past years, CTMHCs have been known to scream at the top of their lungs with excitement and try to tackle you with hugs for delivering their catalogs. After you have been smothered with appreciation for getting them their catalogs on time, watch out for flying packaging material as they will open up the box before you have had a chance to leave, or they have gone inside.

They have also been known to drive up next to you at a stop light in their mini vans and SUVs and ask if you have a package for them. Turn up your radio and pretend you cannot hear them. Do not let them approach your delivery truck at an intersection. CTMHCs have been know to stop traffic and throw all your packages off the trucks until they find their new Idea Book and catalog.

Best of luck to you with this mission, and remember: Let's Be Safe Out There!!!!!

I hope you enjoyed this little story, I know I did! And being one of those CTMHCs I have to agree with the excitement that is explained above!

So, keep your eyes open for my Idea Book Revealing Party coming soon!

Want to be among the FIRST?

Are you interested in being among the VERY FIRST people to try Studio J? Are you asking "What is Studio J?" Then see my post below or click on "Studio J" above!

If YOU are interested in being among some of the VERY FIRST people to have access to Studio J, there is NO better time than NOW to join my Close To My Heart team! That's right, as a CTMH Independent Consultant, you will have access to the phenomenal Studio J software BEFORE it is released to the public! Not to mention all of the wonderful things offered by Close To My Heart (at a discount off of retail, mind you)!

Need to know how to join my team? Call me at 414-640-0412 for more details, or feel free to join my team through my website. Just read through the Your Opportunity page, and click on the "click here" at the very bottom of the page to join!!

Hope to have you as part of my "Creative Clubbers" team!

Scrapbooking 101!

CLASSIC Scrapbooking, STUDIO Scrapbooking, Embellished STUDIO Scrapbooking........Do YOU know what this means? Of course you don't, so let ME explain!!

I just returned from Long Beach, California after attending the 2009 Close To My Heart Leadership Conference, and boy do I have exciting things to share with all of you!!

Jeanette Lynton, Founder and CEO of Close To My Heart, and her terrific corporate team did nothing less than blow our socks off!!! I am so blessed to be a part of a company that is so innovative in all that they do! One of the many things there shared with us is Studio J. Read on to learn more!

You are all familiar with CLASSIC scrapbooking......it is your scrapbooking done with papers, embellishments, adhesives, etc and one of my favorite!

STUDIO scrapbooking.....WOW, where can I begin? Well, let me begin by having you click HERE to visit Studio J for yourself to get a teaser of what it is about!

Are you back to learn more? Well, first of all, Studio J is FREE online design software! That's right! It's FREE, no downloads!! You can visit Studio J and USE Studio J (to be released early 2010) WITHOUT paying for it BEFORE you try it!!

Not only that, it is designed with Close To My Heart prioprietary papers, colors, etc. Unlike our competitors, we did NOT slap our label on someone else's software! That's right, Studio J has been designed specifially FOR Close To My Heart, WITH Close To My Heart, FOR those who LOVE Close To My Heart!! I guarantee it is like nothing else you have ever seen or tried!

Embellished STUDIO Scrapbooking...print your STUDIO designs without embellishments and add your CLASSIC touches to your layouts!

The possibilities are endless! I hope you will visit me often to watch for updates on this NEW, not yet released, innovative Studio J Online Design Software! I look forward to sharing more with you as it becomes available. So, if you haven't, visit Studio J NOW to see what all the hype is about!