Top Stitch Kit of the Month Layout

This adorable layout was created using the Top Stitch workshop G1005. I love the color combos in this pack and really thought it would need to be for a girl layout more...but BOY was I wrong. How darn cute did this turn out and yes, my little man was the star of the layout. He is such a ham...wonder where he gets it from.

Remember these kits are only available through April and then they will be gone forever so be sure to go to my website and get your today. Kit includes paper pack, color guide, colonial white my accents, and an exclusive stamp set. You can also choose to add on clear sparkles, embroidery floss and dimensional hearts. Be sure to order yours before they're gone.

Another Cutie from Karen's Doodles

Here are a couple more cards I created using Karen's Doodles Images. I've really been working on my skills using the copics and have taken a class through My Creative Classroom and I do think that has really helped me in my coloring. My favorite is the little angel...I just think her colors came out perfect. I used the Unforgettable CTMH paper pack and of course ...STITCHED...my new favorite technique.

The Teddy Bear card used the Bella CTMH Paper pack and there are three layers of the little bear on the front of the card so he really pops. Yes, I colored three of those little guys, but it does make a difference when you see the card in person.

Loving Karen's Doodles...How about you?

I created this card using Karen's Doodles Digi...how cute is this little turtle. I airbrushed the background with my copic's airbrush system...that was fun then of course, colored him in with copics. Once again there are many layers on this card, stitching , ribbon and embellishments...I wish photography showed how much detail there is, but it just doesn't do it justice. I just love how sweet and adorable all of Karen's images are and I know you'll love them too!

You caught me...I did color all day long

So my good friend Teresa knows me...and yes she was right, I continued to color all day long with all the snow on the ground. Yes, I had other things that really could and should have been done, but how fun is laundry or packing children's clothes...so I COLORED and CRAFTED and it's was so much more fun. I also took a few hours to watch a movie with the boys and then proceeded to fall asleep for a little nap. Anyhoo...on to the cards

I've discovered a new digi artist, Isabella's Sketchbook. Her images are so retro and they just have such a classic look to them. So knowing that I'll be sailing in just a few days, all my cards are beach themed. I didn't really even realize it, until I looked, DUH. Be sure to go check out Isabella's work and she also just started a group on Paper Craft Planet you can participate in.

Sassy Cheryl's First Card Challenge

Yes, I know I'm suppose to be packing for my cruise....well it started snowing this morning, so SNOW DAY which in my house equals craft day. This morning was the premiere challenge for Sassy Cheryl's and you guys know I love her images, so I thought, I think I'll just carve out a few minutes and make a card...so this is what i came up with. The challenge was to use green ...I'll be honest St. Patrick's Day green is not my top choice, but it challenged me to think out of my comfort zone and create. So this may not go down in the history books I thought it turned out pretty cute. I like my coloring, which my copic class has helped me a lot there...and really the image stands for itself, so it didn't need a ton of embellishments and add on. Now I really should go start getting ready for my trip........but do you think I will or will I craft more? I'll never tell :)

CTMH Stamp of the Month Blog Hop...Sew Many Layers

Welcome to Close To My Heart's Monthly Consultants Blog Hop. If you just hopped over from Carol's Blog your on the right path. Every month we have over 60 consultants who share their inspirations and ideas for the CTMH Stamp of the Month. This is full of beautiful artwork, so be sure to check out all the blogs during the course of the month.

This months stamp is so versatile and you'll find yourself using it on so many different projects.

A LITTLE EVERYTHING D1408 has a phrase for almost every occasion. Be sure to take advantage of this set while you can as it's only available through the month of March. You can even get it for FREE with a qualifying purchase. Click over to my website to find out more.... SHOP ONLINE NOW.

Now onto my project. I have really started loving sewing on cards and building my cards up with layers and layers of foam tape. On this simple card I used the Veranda paper pack. Overall there are seven layers on this card, so it really does have nice dimension. Each level has been stitched on the sewing machine. When I stamped the THANKS...I used my Juniper ink pad for half of the stamp and the other is Creme Brulee....I love this technique and it sure is simple with our clear stamp sets. One of my favorite new stamp sets is SMILES C1397 and the flower that is on the right corner of the Thanks is from this set. I stamped it in Juniper ink and colored in with a blending pen and ink for a lighter softer fill in. I finished up the card with a flower from our Just Blooms Z1266 folded in half and ink on the edges. It's a simple card, but one that is sure to make a lasting impression.

Now it's time to go get inspired by another great project....so hop on over to CHRIS'S BLOG. Thanks so much for stopping in and looking and be sure to leave a little love with a comment. HAPPY HOPPING!

Thank you to Everyone...Can you Believe it I won!!!!!

I was so excited last night when I got an email announcing the winners of the Close To My Heart Clearly the Best Video contest......I actually won! There were so many great entries from many of my fellow CTMH consultant friends, I was amazed to be picked. The top views went to Tresa Black who won $500 cash/or product. Then the three top picks from Corporate were Tresa Black with Stamp Wow, Melanie Harmsma with Stamp Olympics (it's hilarious) and then mine ...Clear Stamp Fairy Tale. We all won $500 in product.

Once again I'm reminded how much I love this company...not because I won, but because they challenge me to be creative and to think outside of the box. They are such a fun company to work with and always offer me so many opportunities to make myself and my business well rounded.

Thank you so much to all my friends that watched my video everyday ...you are all troopers and I promise you don't ever have to watch it again...LOL.

I'd love to share more about how wonderful Close To My Heart is for so many reasons and would be happy to help you either start your own adventure or try out our clearly the best stamps....just contact me lorileng@bellsouth.net and the journey can begin.

Now is your Close To My Heart Time

I never cease to be amazed at the wonderful opportunities Close To My Heart offers...and their March Promotion is no exception. During the month of March when you sign up to become a consultant you will receive FREE with your consultant's kit ALL FOUR of the not yet released Summer 2010 Stamp of the Months...that's almost a $100 value....FREE! It's already a wonderful deal to get the consultants basic kit, it's over $300 in value for only $99, but now adding the special on you will get over $400 for only $99. Wow you can believe it!

When you sign up you can also take advantage of two other great offers...the scrapbook add on kit only $60 with a retail value of $180 and /or the cardmaking kit that is $50 with a retail value of $150. So you can really start your business off with a bang!

Plus email me lorileng@bellsouth.net and I can share another bonus you'll get for joining the winning team of PINKCLOUDSCRAPPERS.

I also have a great top 10 questions flyer about becoming a consultant that I would love to share with you. It answers many popular questions about our program so email me and I can forward that out to you. Joining Close To My Heart has truly changed my life and I would love to share that passion with you. Want to read more information on becoming a consultant or join up...CLICK HERE . Remember to wait until March to sign up and take advantage of this awesome promotion and I look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Veranda, March's Kit of the Month

Veranda is for sure my favorite new paper pack and I adore this kit. So welcome March and the idea of spring along with the adorable kit.

The kit ( G1007) includes the Level Two Veranda Paper Pack, an exclusive stamp set only available with this kit, Filigree Charms (which are beautiful if you haven't already seen them and of course you'll get the color brochure with detailed instructions on completing both cards and layouts. The kit is offered at the discounted price of $29.95 and remember these are only available until the new idea book comes out and then they will be retired forever.

There are several add-ons you can also purchase and boy do they make your artwork pop. The Just Blooms Z1266 $7.95 and the Mini Medley Accents Z1275 $4.95 can really take your projects up a notch. I suggest getting the Just Blooms if nothing else as they really do draw the page together. I'll post a bit later my layout I did with this set...it's beautiful and I know you would all love to see it.

Here is a list of some other items they can be used with this set, but remember you can always use any font stamp you have ...this is just what has been used in the examples.

E1010 My Acrylix® Chocolate Alphabet-Large $34.95
Z2167 Creme Brulee Exclusive Inks® Pad $5.25
Z2120 Garden Green Exclusive Inks® Pad $5.25
Z2166 Tulip Exclusive Inks® Pad $5.25
Z1142 Brown StazOn® Ink $9.95
Z726 Sponge Daubers $3.95 ( You all know how much I love these little guys)

Please email me lorileng@bellsouth.net if you would like to hop on this kit while it's available or you can order direct from my website, just click the link to the right (order 24/7).

I really know you will be so pleased with the finished results from this kit and have extras to make more adorable projects.

Don't forget...

I'm on the last leg of the race and only two more days to go... PLEASE WATCH my video. The CTMH clearly the best video contest ends on Thursday evening 11PM MST...so I need all the votes I can get. I am behind right now but heck I'll push to the end and I know I could actually pull it off if everyone watched and shared with your friends. The contest winner will be announced on Friday so I'll let everyone know...

Here is the link to take a peek and thanks so everyone who have watched everyday...I know, you're probably sick of the fairy godmother clip by now...but I really do appreciate it.

Also just a few more days left on the Hope For Haiti CTMH Relief fund project....This month you can order the combo textured cardstock by one get one free and two dollars of the proceeds will go to the Haiti Relief fund. It's such a win / win for everyone. The basic and the cozy collections are sold out but there is still a bunch of beautiful paper left...Spring Harmony, Autumn Harvest and Summer Celebration. So either email me lorileng@bellsouth.net or go to my website http://lorileng.myctmh.com/ and stock up today. There is no limit...and you would really be helping the people of Haiti.