May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Welcome to the May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop!  I hope you have enjoyed the artwork so far. There are over 60 consultants participating in this hop.  If you have come from Donna's Blog, then you are on the right path.  To see the complete list, click HERE.

This month we are featuring the May Stamp of the Month, Just Sayin' (S1505).  A set of 14 stamps with shapes and sayings.

I made this standard sized card using the card pattern found on page 43 of the Make It From Your Heart Vol. 2 .  I also used new products from the 2nd Seasonal Expressions:  Jackson Paper Pack (X7195B) and Glacier Extra Thick Twine (Z3039).  And old favorites: Cocoa and Desert Sand Cardstock and Cocoa Ink.

This stampset is also a great asset for scrapbooking.  Now head on over to Darlys Recker's blog to see her creations.  Thanks for stopping by.

Katie

Seaside

Does this make you dream of the beach, or spending time at the lake?  I for one can't wait for summer.  School is out, flip flops all day, spending a lazy day with the kiddos.  Heaven!

This card was created using the Seaside Paper Pack, Desert Sand Cardstock, Glacier Ink and
Brown Baker's Twine.  The stamp set is Beach Gear (A1164)  A set of 4 stamps all about summer. The fourth stamp is a sun, so all the fun is covered.

Dreaming for summer......
Katie

The Blossom Cardmaking Kit

Do you love making cards?  These card making kits are just great for putting together handmade cards.  All of the items necessary to make 15 cards are right here, with cutting instructions and helpful hints.  You will make 5 cards of each of the 3 designs.  Try one....I'm sure you will love them

Katie

Happy to be Friends

Made this little card the other day using the Brushed Paper Pack and Happy to be Friends (C1605).  This is such a springy paper pack:  pinks, yellows and greens.  Of course I had to add a little shine with the Pink Shimmer Trim.  The pink and yellow flowers are cut out and added on top of the green leaves.

Enjoy the April Showers
Katie

Deal of the Day

April is really flying by!  Have you gotten your Deal of the Day?  Remember during the month of April, you have the opportunity to grab a deal every day from Close To My Heart.  What are the deals?  We feature a random Grab Bag filled with current and retired CTMH products available for purchase at a major discount.  To grab a bag, just place any current, full-priced item in your shopping cart on my website   www.katiehessel.ctmh.com   and you will be eligible to purchase as many grab bags as you wish!  (while supplies last)  Visit early and often, have fun!

Katie

Seasonal Expressions 2 is HERE!

This great little catalog is full of wonderful new products to make you get out those scissors and start crafting!   Two new Hostess Stamp Sets, Two new Paper Packs, Embellishments, Stamps, Crush Books and more.  Check HERE for a view online of both catalogs that are live now, or contact me your a peek at one of your very own.

Enjoy!
Katie

April Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Hello!  So glad you are stopping by!  Welcome to the April Stamp of the Month Blog Hop.  If you are coming from Jeanie's Blog, you are on the right track.  There are over 60 consultants who are participating in the hop this month.  If you get lost along the way, go to Melinda's Blog to get the entire list.

This month we are showcasing (S1504) Typed Note.  A set of 19 stamps featuring lots of much needed sentiments, old fashioned typewriter and hand.  Great for any occasion.    

I chose Lagoon, Black and White Daisy for my cards this round.  And what better paper to use with that combo than Chalk It Up (X7184B)  

 This card pattern is from Make It From Your Heart Volume 1 on page 45.  The typewriter fit just perfectly in the middle space.  Black and Teal Shimmer Trim and an Epoxy Bubble from the Black and Grey set finishes it off.

These cards also have the same Shimmer Trim and Epoxy Bubbles.  The hand on the card on the left is cut out to give a little more dimension.  

Now hop on over to Terry Ann's Blog to check out her fantastic artwork.  Enjoy your journey!

Katie