Ivy Lane Workshop

Ivy Lane has proven to be one of my favorite paper packs in our latest Idea Book!  I love the colors and patterns.  It is such an elegant paper to work with that I knew I needed to share it.

Please join me in making three 2-page layouts using this beautiful paper and coordinating paper and accessories.  Here is a sample of just one of the layouts you will be making:

Location:  My home

Date/Time:  Saturday, May 31 @10:00 am

Cost (includes S/H and tax):  $27.00

RSVP:  No later than Saturday, May 17 at joycegough7@gmail.com or 703.791.6821

Bring:  Basic toolkit

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May 2014 Stamp of the Month - You've Got a Friend

When I saw the May 2014 Stamp of the Month, it screamed "EMBOSS ME" to me!  So of course that's just what I did.  These stamps are very diverse in that they include both an image and a sentiment, making the perfect focal point for your cards and other papercrafting uses.

Using the new Balloon Ride paper packet, here is a card I was hoping would warm the heart of someone special to me:

 

Supplies (all CTMH unless specified otherwise):

Paper:  Balloon Ride Paper Pack, Chocolate Cardstock, Creme Brulee Cardstock

Stamps:  You've Got a Friend Stamp of the Month - May 2014

Inks:  Chocolate Pigment Ink

Markers:  Creme Brulee, Crystal Blue, Sorbet

Other:  Balloon Ride Assortment, Chocolate Ribbon (retired), Clear Embossing Powder (retired)

Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5 — that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.  Otherwise, you can purchase this set outright for $17.95.





Here is some other fabulous artwork that you can make using this set:

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