Wedding Album

I love doing these albums, you can't help but smile and feel full of love while creating these pages. I have created a few of these now - they are 6x6 albums that the happy couple can add photo's to the pages. A-Z albums are such a treasure.

Itsy Bitsy Spider

Awhile back, I hosted a swap - it was to be a 2 page 9x9 layout - you were to put a story that you love to read with your kids... This was one of my all-time favorite swaps. i did 2 different stories so that i could have two completed books for my girls.

Celebrate your love of reading and create a memory book... imagine, a storyteller (me) making a book about storytelling!! Love it! Places for your pictures or journalling - what a great gift to a new family as well.

Gather with Grace 4 1/2" × 4 1/2" Card

Wishes: Corner Shop™

Materials Needed
D1369 My Acrylix® Delightful Things
Z2114 Cocoa Exclusive Inks® Pad
Z1217 2 - Antiqued Copper Brads
Z1114 Piercing Tool Kit

Paper Dimensions
Base 4 1/2" × 9" Cocoa Cardstock
A 4" × 4" Twilight B&T Duos® Paper
B 3/4" × 4 1/2" Cocoa Cardstock
C 2 1/4" × 2 1/4" Large Floral B&T Duos® Paper (back side)
Helpful Hints

Use these helpful hints to assemble the card featured above. For more detailed information on how to assemble the featured card, refer to the Wishes: Corner Shop™ pattern.

* Using Cocoa ink, stamp the large corner image in the top left corner of piece A, stamp the sentiment in the center of piece C, and stamp the vine border along the center of piece B.
* Using Cocoa ink and second generation stamping, stamp the large flower in the bottom right corner of piece C.
* Using the piercing tool, create a row of five holes along the bottom of piece C, placing them about 1/2" from the bottom.
* Assemble the card according to the pattern on page 39.
* Attach two brads in the top left corner of piece C.

My Creations Cube

Had some fun with this one, love all the color and had some of this paper in my "leftover" pile and it just said work it.... so I did.
My Creations Cube - Z1152 - $6.25

Arizona layout

this layout is of me & the girls in Arizona. It is on the wall in the sunroom - love it!

Soooooooo Excited!!!

I now have my Lia Sophia website up and running!!

Super excited as the Jewellery is amazing. The prices are phenomenal. There are 173 styles $35 & under.... 339 styles $50 & under...
now, you know why I became an Advisor - you can own some of the hottest accessories out there, even the stars love to wear Lia Sophia.

You can complement your wardrobes, increase style while watching the budget. The slides are a fantastic value - the look wonderful on chains, cords and omegas, and can be a distinctive look. Long necklaces can be worn doubled, layered or mixed - get multiple options out of a single piece.

Want a catalog - please contact me so we can make arrangements. Online parties can be held in the comfort of your home as well, so even if you are near or far, you can share in expanding your jewellery collection. Interested in becoming an Advisor (oh you will not regret it), it is $140 + taxes for the month of Sept. (Regular is $165)... that's right - the starter kit you receive has 24 pieces & is over $1100 regular product pricing!!! Now that is a DEAL


Genuine mother-of-pearl, silver baroque filigree, onyx, freshwater pearls, Tiger's eye, quartz, Gold, Silver, Color - something for everyone!!

BLOG hop - Stamp of the Month - September

Welcome to our Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! We will be featuring September's SOTM, which is D1375 Treasures a set of 13 stamps. If you have come here from Shannon's Blog, you are on the right path!

BELOW is my Video -
I created an Acrylic Album using a paper pack & Stamp Set...

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This month we have over 60 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 to move to the next one! Here we go!

D1375, Acrylic Album, Heat embossing, School Zone paper pack, My Stickease, brads, ribbon, accessories, ink

Please look around my site and if you see something you like, great... If you are looking for something in particular then just ask... it is probably complete, just not posted. I LOVE creating & helping others find their inner artist!


Now "Hop" on over to Brenda'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, the September SOTM is only available until September 30th. Contact me to see how you can get this stamp set at a discount or even free!
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If you get lost on the hop or find links that aren't working, click HERE for a complete list of participating blogs.

Strawberry delicious...

So, Christina comes running on in here yesterday and voila!!!! strawberries, whipcream and sprinkled with a cinnamon, chocolate & sugar grind (yep all 3 lovely ingredients)... nummalicious... next some raspberries & cream... fresh picked...

School Supplies 2008 to 2009

WOW... it is that time of year again... here is all the goodies labeled and ready to be packed... can't believe there are only 2 more "big sleeps" until we get up at a set time and catch the bus in the morning... when I say We... I mean Christina... ack, grade 5... wow!!

Here's to a fabulous year of education - thanks to all those fabulous teachers who help mold her and listen to me, help me when I am feeling helpless with school work, guide me with ways to help her study & don't get too annoyed with my "interference". I truly do appreciate the work even if sometimes it doesn't come out that way! Cheers to all the educators in our kids' lives and huge THANKS - you are AWESOME!

Beet Leaf Holopchi

mmmmmmmm nummy!!! The only description for this.

I love these! Married into a Ukrainian family, new nothing about the food & culture but after 10 years (just about 11) of marriage... well I have not only participated and made perogies i am now the "Awesomest Holopchi" baker ... (Quote from my family - yep, i am still grinning).

here are some pic's... now we are just waiting for the cream to arrive from the store to hear... and these little nummers are going to be soaked in a garlic butter, fresh dill, whipping cream bath... can it get any better... yep, eat them with your family while you still have more cooking in the oven!! much love and eat well!

Bus Frame

created this Bus frame and it is ready for Christina's 1st day of Grade 5... wow.. my baby is growing up tooo fast!

National Stamping Month - Sept 2009

August STAMP of the month

Each month Close To My Heart offers you a specially designed My Acrylix® D-size stamp set at a great discount or even free, available only through the Stamp of the Month program. The set, which retails at $28.50 CAN, is available to qualifying customers for that month only. It's our way of saying thank you for purchasing Close To My Heart products!

So, how do you get in on the deal and snag our cute Stamp of the Month sets? Simple...
$
You spend: $31.25 CAN you save 25% off - pay only $21.38
$62.50 CAN you save 50% off - pay only $14.25
$93.75 CAN you save 75% off - pay only $ 7.13
$110.00 CAN you dave 100% off - FREE!

Check back each month to see the current Stamp of the Month then contact your Me.

Aug 2009
It's Your Day
D1352: (Set of 26) $28.50 CAN

It's the perfect time to party! Use these versatile words and images to celebrate the best days of your year. Available August 1–31, 2009 only

Recommended Blocks:
1" × 1" (Y1000), 1" × 3 ½" (Y1002), 2" × 2" (Y1003)

2010 retired List - released Aug 3/09

Retiring List The following items are available while supplies last until they are retired on December 31, 2009.
Approved to retire at the end of 2009

Z1190 Barn Red 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1180 Amethyst 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1181 Heavenly Blue 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1185 New England Ivy 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1186 Baby Pink 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1187 Indian Corn Blue 12 x 12 Linen Album
Z1189 Bamboo 12 x 12 Linen Album

Z1174 Amethyst 9 x 9 Linen Album
Z1175 Indian Corn Blue 9 x 9 Linen Album
Z1176 Cranberry 9 x 9 Linen Album
Z1177 Garden Green 9 x 9 Linen Album
Z1178 Outdoor Denim 9 x 9 Linen Album
Z1202 Hollyhock 9 x 9 Linen Album

Z1168 Amethyst 6 x 6 Linen Album
Z1169 Indian Corn Blue 6 x 6 Linen Album
Z1170 Cranberry 6 x 6 Linen Album
Z1171 Garden Green 6 x 6 Linen Album
Z1172 Outdoor Denim 6 x 6 Linen Album
Z1203 Hollyhock 6 x 6 Linen Album

z1133 White Daisy Ricrac

x287 Square Metal-Rimmed Tags
Z825 Clear Inspirations Friendship Dangles
Z1083 Amethyst Waxy Flax
Z1084 Olive Waxy Flax
z820 Window Charms Squares

z817 Just Blooms Autumn Daisy
z818 Just Blooms Sunflower
Z1304 Just Blooms Autumn Leaves

z4128 Foundry Frames
z4129 Foundry Plates
z1010 Colored Staples
1757 Eyelet Kit
z330 Eyelet Setter
z331 Eyelet Mat
z336 Exchangeable Head/hole punch
z135 Baby Pink Eyelets
Z136 Heavenly Blue Eyelets
Z149 Garden Green Eyelets
Z150 Autumn Terracotta Eyelets
Z151 Outdoor Denim Eyelets
Z153 Indian Corn Blue Eyelets
Z157 Cranberry Eyelets
Z159 Buttercup Eyelets
Z165 New England Ivy Eyelets
Z168 White Daisy Eyelets
Z169 Black Eyelets
Z171 Pewter Eyelets
Z179 Chocolate Eyelets
Z182 Bamboo Eyelets

Z1051 Bitty Brads
Z1137 Spring Harmony Brads
Z1110 Spring Blossom Brads
Z1111 Summer Carnival Brads
Z1112 Autumn Harvest Brads
Z1113 Winter Cozy Brads
Z1040 Antiqued Copper Brads
Z1107 Black Brads
Z1108 Chocolate Brads
Z1106 Colonial White Brads
Z1109 Cranberry Brads
1758 Gold Brads
1759 Silver Brads
Z199 Pewter Brads
Z1105 White Daisy Brads
Z295 Bigger Brads Spring Harmony
Z296 Bigger Brads Summer Carnival
Z297 Bigger Brads Autumn Harvest
Z298 Bigger Brads Winter Classic
Z299 Bigger Brads Basic
Z292 Photo Clips

Z1037 Mini-Medley Shades of Chocolate

Z1043 Dimensional Elements Bookplates

Z1017 My Creations Circle Album
z1012 Braggin' Tags
Z1199 Life Delights Memory Showcase
Z9071 Magic Moments Scrapbook Kit

1394 Vellum Paper 12 x 12
x1400 Stickstock Twill
x1401 Stickstock Linen
x277 Cello Envelopes 5 x 5 1/2
x278 Cello Envelopes 6 1/4 x 6 1/4
x301 Weekly Calendar

z920 Earth Coloring Pencils
Z921 Primary Coloring Pencils
Z922 Pastel Coloring Pencils

4206 My Legacy Writer Pen Set-- Color
Z1049 Photo Marker
1762 Write 'n Rub Pen
z268 3-D Foam Squares

z261 Double Scrubber
z533 Cutting Knife

z309 Sculpting Foam
z657 Vineyard Berry Embossing Powder

z1293 Delta Paint
z1295 Paint Brushes

COLUZZLE
Z368 Cutting Mat
Z369 Swivel Knife
Z370 Refill Blades
Z374 Oval
Z500 File Folder
Z375 Tags
Z371 Circle
Z1144 Big Circle

1776 Long Reach Punch 1/8"
1777 Long Reach Punch 1/4"

1012 Eyelet organizer
1505 Memorabilia Pockets
1011 1" posts & screws
Z4126 1/2" posts & screws

z4201 Shoulder Tote
z4202 Rolling Carryall

Z1134 Holiday Fabric Tags


z400 Sassy Strands White Daisy
z401 Sassy Strands Autumn Harvest
z402 Sassy Strands Winter Classic
z463 Sassy Strands Spring Harmony
z464 Sassy Strands Summer Carnival
z465 Sassy Strands Winter Cozy
z466 Sassy Strands Autumn Garden
z468 Sassy Strands Summer Celebration


Kits Retiring
X7045A Vintage Travel
X7045B Vintage Travel
X7045C Vintage Travel
X7079A Rough 'N' Tumble
X7079B Rough 'N' Tumble
X7079C Rough 'N' Tumble
X7080A Route 66
X7080B Route 66
X7080C Route 66
X7082A Expedition
X7082B Expedition
X7082C Expedition
X7083A Let's Get Together
X7083B Let's Get Together
X7083C Let's Get Together
X7084A Floral Tapestry
X7084B Floral Tapestry
X7084C Floral Tapestry
X7085A Everlasting
X7085B Everlasting
X7085C Everlasting
X7086A Caprice
X7086B Caprice
X7086C Caprice
X7088A Free Spirit
X7088B Free Spirit
X7088C Free Spirit
X7087A Enchanted
X7087B Enchanted
X7087C Enchanted
X7089A Life Delights
X7089B Life Delights
X7089C Life Delights
X7093A Sweet Pea
X7093B Sweet Pea
X7093C Sweet Pea
X7094A Paper Garden
X7094B Paper Garden
X7094C Paper Garden
X7099A Whoops-A-Daisy
X7099B Whoops-A-Daisy
X7099C Whoops-A-Daisy

X8608 My Originals Groovy Blossoms Card Kit
X8611 My Originals Pretty Purses Card Kit
X8615 My Originals From the Heart Card Kit
X8617 My Originals Holiday Wishes Card Kit
X8620 My Originals Merry & Bright Card Kit

X8524 Simply Snapshots Rough 'N' Tumble Album Pages
X8525 Simply Snapshots Let's Get Together Album Pages
X8527 Simply Snapshots Free Spirit Album Pages
X8529 Simply Snapshots Silhouette Album Pages
X8530 Simply Snapshots Sweet Pea Album Pages
X8531 Simply Snapshots Boom-Di-Ada Album Pages
X8532 Simply Snapshots Perfect Day Album Pages

Stamps
A1083 WHIMSY NUMBERS
A1090 SUMMER'S WAVE
A1094 MAKE MY DAY
A1097 NO GREATER LOVE
A1100 Boo-tiful
B1210 FLUTTER
B1213 LITTLE ANGEL
B1256 ALFRESCO
B1265 WONDERFUL CHARMS
B1270 BELOVED BLOSSOMS
B1271 SUMMER PICNIC
B1274 CELEBRATION BLOCKS
B1276 DINO ROAR
B1279 LIFE IS A PARTY
B1280 BEST OF TIMES
B1281 HALLOW SCREAM
B1282 SENSATIONAL SEALS
B1283 LITTLE SPOOKS
B1299 SPRING EQUINOX
B1300 LUCKY YOU
B1301 SOFTBALL
B1303 GOLDEN YEARS
B1304 GYMNASTICS
B1310 Volleyball
B1312 Make A Wish
B1317 Shalom
C1190 Believe Lowercase
C1191 CALENDAR
C1205 WHIMSY CAPS
C1206 WHIMSY LOWERCASE
C1247 SIMPLE BLOSSOMS
C1256 LITTLE BOYS
C1259 BECAUSE I LOVE YOU
C1263 CHARM UPPERCASE
C1265 CHARM LOWERCASE & NUMBERS
C1267 EASTER EXCITEMENT
C1268 VALENTINE EXCHANGE
C1269 FABRIC FINISHES
C1270 PURE LOVE
C1271 TREASURES OF THE HEART
C1273 AHOY MATEY
C1274 NATURE WALK
C1275 SAFARI
C1276 ADVENTURE
C1279 ROUGHIN' IT
C1280 OUT WEST
C1281 CARD COMMENTARY
C1283 DANCING DREAMS
C1284 WILD THING
C1285 VICTORIAN SNOW FLAKE
C1286 GOODNESS OF LIFE
C1287 CELEBRATE LIFE
C1289 WARM MEMORIES
C1290 MEMORY LABELS
C1294 SWEET TREATS
C1295 WINTER PLAY
C1296 COLOR MY WORLD
C1298 PARTY INVITATION
C1301 THING OF BEAUTY
C1302 BOUTIQUE NUMBERS
C1303 PLACEMENT GUIDE
C1306 Genuine Country
C1309 Decorative Dainties
C1312 United We Stand
C1314 Tool Time
C1319 Laughter
C1320 Just Arrived
C1321 Solos Punctuation
C1325 Wonderful Holiday
C1327 Snowflake Kisses
C1329 Homeward Bound
C1330 Winter Fun
C1331 Santa's Flight
C1332 Merry Wishes
C1334 The Season Defined
C1335 Ring in the New Year
D1063 SWEET TALK
D1082 MADE BY ME
D1083 Believe Caps
D1085 HAPPY EASTER
D1110 GIVE THANKS
D1131 RITZY RIBBON
D1139 SMALL PLEASURES
D1141 SO SWEET SEASONS
D1151 OFF ROAD
D1154 LOVE IN BLOOM
D1160 FRIENDSHIP FLOWERS
D1164 THE GOOD LIFE
D1167 Halloween Parade
D1168 SCHOOL ZONE
D1169 BIRTHDAY SURPRISE
D1178 CHRISTMAS GREETINGS
D1181 AUTUMN SPLENDOR
D1182 IT'S A PARTY
D1183 ADORABLE
D1184 FLYIN' HIGH
D1186 RUSTIC FLOWERS
D1189 FLORAL DELIGHTS
D1192 NOW AND FOREVER
D1193 VINTAGE VALENTINES
D1199 COME UNTO ME
D1205 NEW HORIZONS
D1209 LOVE FLOURISHES
D1210 MOMENTS
D1213 HUNTING
D1215 GAME NIGHT
D1216 FINISH LINE
D1218 SUMMERTIME
D1220 TYPEWRITER KEYS
D1223 FAIR BLOSSOMS
D1228 CHILLIN'
D1229 FABULOUS FALL
D1230 CELEBRATION FEAST
D1231 LOVELY BUCKLES
D1232 NATURE'S VEIN
D1233 POWER PLAY
D1234 TAKE FLIGHT
D1235 TICKET FOR ALL SEASONS
D1236 NURSERY BASH
D1238 A BIRTHDAY WISH
D1240 DOODLE ART
D1241 WINTER WONDER
D1246 SWEET LOVE
D1253 FRIENDSHIP'S FLIGHT
D1256 ALL STAR
D1264 ANGEL WHISPERS
D1268 JANUARY WORD PUZZLE
D1269 FEBRUARY WORD PUZZLE
D1270 MARCH WORD PUZZLE
D1271 APRIL WORD PUZZLE
D1272 SLUMBER PARTY
D1273 TEE TIME
D1274 BELIEVE IN ME
D1277 Touchdown
D1278 Best Shot
D1279 Shootin' Hoops
D1282 He Said, She Said
D1287 May Word Puzzle
D1288 June Word Puzzle
D1289 July Word Puzzle
D1290 August Word Puzzle
D1291 Celebrate Canada
D1295 Vintage Canada
D1310 September Word Puzzle
D1311 October Word Puzzle
D1312 November Word Puzzle
D1313 December Word Puzzle
D1314 Friendship Patch
D1318 Uniquely You
D1321 Festivities
D1323 Happy Christmas
D1325 Argyle Backgrounds
D1328 Post Marked
E1001 Essential Alphabet
E1003 BOUTIQUE ALPHABET
E1004 COBBLESTONE ALPHABET
E1007 HOMESTEAD ALPHABET

Color Schemes for your Photos

http://scrapbycolor.com

tired of making decisions on color of cardstock - here is something to make your life easier!! Once you get your choices, be sure to look at the cardstock colors I can provide to you

YOU DO SO MUCH FOR EVERYONE ELSE

YOU DO SO MUCH FOR EVERYONE ELSE; LET CLOSE TO MY HEART DO SOMETHING for you!

This August 3–17, place a minimum order of $124.95 and you not only get the August Stamp of the Month, My Acrylix® It’s Your Day stamp set, for FREE, but we’ll throw in a My Reflections® Level 2 paper packet as well (a total retail value of $44.45)!
How about even more thanks? We’ll also cover the tax and shipping/handling on the free products! Act fast, time is already running out.
This Thanks-a-bration only lasts until August 17!

Kids say the darnest things....

I rec'd this email today and am still laughing.. love it

What Is Butt Dust???

What, you ask, is 'Butt dust'? Read on and you'll discover the joy in it!
These have to be original and genuine. No adult is this creative!!

JACK (age 3) was watching his Mom breast-feeding his new baby sister. After a while he asked: 'Mom why have you got two? Is one for hot and one for cold milk?'

MELANIE (age 5) asked her Granny how old she was Granny replied she was so old she didn't remember any more. Melanie said, 'If you don't remember you must look in the back of your panties. Mine say five to six.'

STEVEN (age 3) hugged and kissed his Mom good night. 'I love you so much that when you die I'm going to bury you outside my bedroom window.'

BRITTANY (age 4) had an ear ache and wanted a pain killer. She tried in vain to take the lid off the bottle. Seeing her frustration, her Mom explained it was a child-proof cap and she'd have to open it for her. Eyes wide with wonder, the little girl asked: 'How does it know it's me?'

SUSAN (age 4) was drinking juice when she got the hiccups. 'Please don't give me this juice again,' she said, 'It makes my teeth cough.'

DJ (age 4) stepped onto the bathroom scale and asked: 'How much do I cost?'

CLINTON (age 5) was in his bedroom looking worried. When his Mom asked what was troubling him, he replied, 'I don't know what'll happen with this bed when I get married. How will my wife fit in it?'

MARC (age 4) was engrossed in a young couple that were hugging and kissing in a restaurant. Without taking his eyes off them, he asked his dad: 'Why is he whispering in her mouth?'


TAMMY (age 4) was with her mother when they met an elderly, rather wrinkled woman her Mom knew. Tammy looked at her for a while and then asked, 'Why doesn't your skin fit your face?'

JAMES (age 4) was listening to a Bible story. His dad read: 'The man named Lot was warned to take his wife and flee out of the city but his wife looked back and was turned to salt.' Concerned, James asked: 'What happened to the flea?'

The Sermon I think this Mom will never forget .
This particular Sunday sermon...'Dear Lord,' the minister began, with arms extended toward heaven and a rapturous look on his upturned face. 'Without you, we are but dust...' He would have continued but at that moment my very obedient daughter who was listening leaned over to me and asked quite audibly in her shrill little four year old girl voice, 'Mom, what is butt dust?'

Make sure you pass this one on and spread the smiles....

Strangers In The Box

Strangers in the box

Come, look with me inside this drawer,

In this box I've often seen,

At the pictures, black and white,

Faces proud, still, and serene.

I wish I knew the people,

These strangers in the box,

Their names and all their memories,

Are lost among my socks.

I wonder what their lives were like,

How did they spend their days?

What about their special times?

I'll never know their ways.

If only someone had taken time,

To tell, who, what, where, and when,

These faces of my heritage,

Would come to life again.

Could this become the fate,

Of the pictures we take today?

The faces and the memories,

Someday to be passed away?

Take time to save your stories,

Seize the opportunity when it knocks,

Or someday you and yours,

Could be strangers in the box.             by Pam Harazim

 

The ABC’s of Chipboard

I would love to see your finished pieces. You can find & fill your taste for chipboard here: dimensional elements

A    Paint and Sand
Paint the letter orange and let dry. Sand the edges. Apply a glossy paint coat with a tip, carefully pushing the product to the edges to form a dome over the letter. Let dry. Add three jewels.

B    Cover with Patterned Paper
Use tombow on back of paper. Apply the paper piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Ink the edges with black.

C    Cover and Add a Jewel
Use tombow to adhere teal paper. Apply the paper piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Sand the edges to reveal the white paper core. Adhere a jewel to a small paper flower and adhere it to the letter.

D    Add Paper Cutouts
Paint the letter green and let dry. Trim stars from patterned paper and adhere to the chipboard. When it's dry, trace a fine black line around the inside edge of each star.

E    Cover and Ink
Run polka-dot paper through a Xyron machine. Apply the piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Ink the edges of the chipboard black.

F    Add Metallic Paint
Apply metallic paint to the chipboard letter by pushing it to the edges with the tip of the bottle. Let dry completely.

G    Paint Stripes
Paint the entire letter white and let dry. Paint orange stripes on top and let dry. Using a fine black pen, draw a straight line between each pair of stripes. Coat the chipboard letter with glossy paint;
let dry.

H    Get a Crackle Finish
Paint the chipboard letter blue and let dry. Apply crackle paint. The crackling will appear as it dries.

I    Substitute a Jewel
Paint the chipboard letter black and let dry. Sand the edges. Replace the dot of the "i" with an orange star jewel.

J    Cover and Sand
Use
tombow and adhere green paper. Apply the paper piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Sand the outer and inner edges.

K    Mask and Ink
Apply thin tape as a mask to make stripes. Ink the letter green and let dry. Pull off the tape.

L    Add Jewels
Paint the chipboard letter blue and let dry. Add a line of jewels to the front.

M    Make Circles
Paint the chipboard letter white and let dry. Apply hole reinforcers as masks around the letter. Sponge around the holes with orange paint. Allow to dry completely and then peel off the reinforcers.

N    Add Contrasting Jewels
Paint the chipboard letter green and let dry. Adhere blue jewels to the front.

O    Add Transparent Stickers
Apply transparent definition stickers to the front of the letter and trim off excess with a craft knife. Adhere a blue star jewel on top.

P    Include Paper Flowers
Paint the chipboard letter orange and let dry. Sand the edges. Add small white paper flowers randomly over the top. Apply a thick coat of clear paint over the top.

Q    Outline the Letter
Go around the edge of the letter with a fine black pen.

R    Add Glitter
Paint the chipboard letter blue and let dry. Apply glitter glue on top by brushing it on with a paintbrush. Add additional layers of glitter glue as you like.

S    Place Stickease or a Sticker on Top
Lay Stickease or a sticker on top of the chipboard letter. Trim off excess with a  craft knife. Sand the edges and ink with a black pad.

T    Layer on Paper
Run striped paper through a Xyron machine. Apply the paper piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Sand the edges.

U    Trim with Decorative-Edge Scissors
Paint the negative piece of the chipboard letter green and let dry. Paint the chipboard letter black and let dry. Coat the letter with clear paint. Trim the top of the green piece with pinking shears. Sand the edges. Place the letter inside the negative space.

V    Add on Paper
Run striped paper through a Xyron machine. Apply the paper piece on top of the chipboard letter and rub firmly to adhere. Use a craft knife to trim off excess. Sand the edges. Apply a clear coat of paint over the top.

W    Add Sticker Strips
Adhere sticker strips to the letter horizontally. Trim off excess with a craft knife and sand the edges. Ink the edges with a black pad.

X    Paint and Outline
Paint the chipboard letter green and allow to dry. Outline the letter with a fine black pen. Adhere an orange jewel to a white paper flower and adhere it to the letter.

Y    Paint and Sand
Paint the chipboard letter orange and let dry. Sand the edges.

Z    Paint and Add Jewels
Paint the chipboard letter black and let dry. Add jewels along the letter edges.

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will be updating my blog soon. Happy Hump Day today to all. Also, Happy Birthday to my friend Rachele – have a Funky day!