SCRAPALI: Wife, Mom, and Scrapbooker!

ROCK THE BLOCK CAMPAIGN!

2011-12-29T07:18:00.000-08:00

Hey all. Thought I would post the photo of the new campaign. Sorry it has been so long since my last blog. I will try and do better in the new year ;)

RFK Crop

2011-09-05T11:02:00.000-07:00

October 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fees:
Scrapbooking Only $20
Scrapbook plus tshirt $25
Scrapbook plus tote $25
Scrapbook plus tshirt and tote $30

Classes (for an additional fee):
Beginning Digital Scrapbooking $20
Scrapbooking 101 (Paper Scrapbooking) $20
Know your Digital Camera $10
Computer Tricks for Paper Scrappers $10
Distressing 101 Workshop - Paper Scrappers $10

RFKCrop sponsors a week-long summer camp is every June for kids 6 - 12 from Bradley & Hamilton Counties and we also do a weekend retreat (called Royal Family Connections) every October for middle school foster kids from Bradley & Hamilton Counties.
Blog post: http://sccogrfkc.blogspot.com/
To register contact Tina Riddle at rfkcrop@yahoo.com

Where are children of abuse?

It happens more often than any of us want to believe. Each year, over 3 million American children are reported as abused... physically attacked, emotionally damaged, sexually molested, or severely neglected - often by the people they have loved and trusted most.

They are children like Jimmy - an eight-year old who has known more of violent tempers and cruel comments than he has hugs and kind words and loving encouragement. It is for children like Jimmy that we created Royal Family KIDS.

Most Social Services departments refer children to faith based camps such as those sponsored by the Salvation Army and Catholic Social Services when two criteria are met; namely, that no child is coerced to accept any particular religion, and that the foster placement program, foster parents or other caretakers are given a voluntary choice. Royal Family KIDS meet these two criteria.

Although each camp counselor and staff member is a committed Christian, the camps do not proselytize, and no religion is ever criticized or denigrated.

The camps extend Christian love and care, with adults modeling a non-violent, positive way of life as an alternative to many of the negative, abusive situations which children of abuse and neglect have faced.

Our Vision

Every foster child, ages 6 to 12, experiences a life changing camp, club and mentor

Our Mission

Create life changing moments for children of abuse

Our Purpose

Mobilize the faith community to confront child abuse

Our Strategy

Launch and sustain camps, clubs and mentors

Our Values

Treat People Royally
Keep Moving Forward
Make Moments Matter

Budget Club Layout

2011-07-14T10:13:00.000-07:00

Once again we are using the Magic book to create one of a kind interactive layouts! We will be using Spell Bound p. 50-53

Progressive Challege Day #5

2011-06-10T12:12:00.000-07:00

Today's the day! Your layout will be complete!! Today I invited you to try something NEW!

Step #1
Create a hand-made embellishment.

I made "bubbles" To make bubbles, all you need is a spare plastic baggy, liquid glass, and a circle cutter.

Cut the side seems of the baggy.

Using a circle cutter (I choose my coluzzle) I can several different sizes of circles from the baggy.

I then used Liquid Glass around the outside edges of each of the circles.

Step #2 Add your title using stickers!
I love CTMH stickease because they coordinate perfectly with the paper as well as provide whole sayings and quotes.

Step #3 Add journaling and any final touches!

What does your layout look like?

Progressive Challege Day #4

2011-06-09T10:54:00.000-07:00

How is your layout coming along? Having fun? I sure hope you are!

Today's challenge is to add a strip of that 3rd color of cardstock you picked out on Day 1. Add it to the layout.

Then adhere your focal photo to the opposite page (if doing a 2-page layout) as your photo stripe!

Progressive Challege Day #3

2011-06-08T09:48:00.000-07:00

I hope this finds you well on your way to creating a beautiful layout! Today it is simple. Add an embellishment of a contrasting color. I used chocolate ribbon. If you are doing a two page layout put the same embellishment on both pages! Then add a piece of cardstock in the same color of 12" x ? (whatever you like).

Progressive Challege Day #2

2011-06-07T09:51:00.000-07:00

It's not too late to join the fun! Grab some pictures and scroll down to see yesterdays challenge. Today we will add additional photos and our paper to our base pages!

Day #2: Using your leftover photos from yesterday create a photo strip (you can make it smaller than mine, but I wanted to use the whole photos).

Then add two blocks of color using the cardstock you matted your focal photo. I added blocks of color to both pages of my layout. I added a small stripe of Pear carstock to the top of page two above my photo strip then a big block of Cotton Candy cardstock to the bottom. I then added a small piece of Cotton Candy to the bottom right corner of my page 1.
Where will you put your blocks of color and how big will you make them?

Progressive Challege Day #1

2011-06-06T11:30:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the summer fun of our weekly Progressive Challenge! Each day I will post that day's assignment with pictures. On the following Sunday I will post my finished version. If you post a picture of your finished layout on my Facebook fan page: Scrapali - Close to my Heart, you will be entered into a chance to win FREE products!

Day #1
Pick your photos and then look through your stash to find 3 different colors of SOLID cardstock.

Chose one of your photos to be your focal picture for this layout. Matt your focal photo using two of your cardstock choices.

PROGRESSIVE Challenge!

2011-06-04T12:32:00.001-07:00

Beginning June 4, I will issue a "challenge" you create that element of the layout. You create one step at a time and by the end of the week you will have a complete layout! You choose whether it is 1 page or a 2 page spread. Look for more details coming TOMORROW!

Making Memories come ALIVE!

2011-02-06T18:59:00.000-08:00

After creating the perfect background for the BIG snow and I was ready to add a few special touches! The ribbon was placed perfectly with the accents of handmade paper candy, but I really wanted to give that snow feel. I used the NEW Spray Pen. Put water and white paint, shock (with spray nozzle not attached) and then spritzed it across the bottom edges of my page.

Rock and Roll is here to stay ;)

2011-01-06T18:14:00.000-08:00

No, I am not talking about the type of music, but the lasting memories you leave in your albums for years to come. Don't just stamp your image, but allow it to really pop of the page.

Step 1: Ink your image in a base color. (I used Cranberry red.)
Step 2: Take the block and gently "rock" the stamp in a circular motion in a darker color (cocoa or black).
Step 3: Breath on the stamp and press to your paper.
Step 4: Cut the image out and adhere to your layout using 3D foam squares or my favorite substitute, folded up scraps.

For best results use the correct block size as to not get access ink on the block, if you don't have the right block size make sure you put the image closest to a corner of the block to make the rocking easier.

It's not just for wiping...

2010-12-21T07:15:00.000-08:00

TISSUE STAMPING!

After watching the CTMH TV episode I knew I needed to try it for myself! I grabbed a roll of toilet paper, three stamp pads, and my new "A Sip" stamp set and got to work. It was SUPER easy. You use the lighter color first and then use the other two colors and accent the stamp. Breath on the image and then stamp it on your paper. I then just second generation the steam and added my saying. I made 6 gift tags in less than 30 minutes with the great technique that makes people say, how did she do that?

All I want for Christmas...

2010-12-11T19:05:00.000-08:00

As November quickly faded as a memory so did the time I had to sit and blog, much less scrap. During this time of year like most people we find ourselves rushing about shopping, going to parties, and making lasting memories with the fam! This year we once again made an advent calendar and have found ourselves reading, coloring, and baking! All these things bring a smile to my face and another megabit on my camera. In just a week I will begin my Christmas vacation and look forward to once again SCRAPING!

If you can't wait another week, check out CTMH TV via the Close to my Heart homepage for the latest tips and techniques.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Fall Fun!

2010-11-14T18:02:00.000-08:00

Some time ago (okay honestly it was 2 years ago) I bought these solid white decor letters that read, Fall, with all good intentions of creating our first fall decor. However, as the years go and since I couldn't figure out exactly how I wanted to do them, my cheap $.97 find just remained packed away. Well, I decided today after cleaning my scrap area that I did have the right papers (Olivia and Grace to be exact) to complete the project. So, I pulled out my scraps, mixed the glue/water, and got a paint brush (I was going to try and not get my hands dirty-what was I thinking?).

Anyway, I begin my task and here comes Josiah and he asked mommy why do you have glue and a paint brush. I explain I am making a decoration for thanksgiving. He says, "mommy can I help you?" How could I resist? So, I tell him to come over to the chair beside me and we get to work. He decides where to put the scraps and I man the glue. In less than an hour we had this beautiful fun fall accent.

A little More THANKS (continued)!

2010-11-02T18:24:00.000-07:00

Day 2: I am thankful for my jobs! I enjoy working for Cleveland City Schools. I enjoy watching children learn and continue to see them make progress. I also find my job as a swim instructor at the Y rewarding. It is so nice to see progress and children loving to swim. I find my job as a grant writer rewarding and challenging. Most importantly my job as a wife and mom is the BEST job anyone could ask for!

A little More THANKS!

2010-11-01T18:34:00.000-07:00

Over the next month I want to challenge everyone who is reading this or gets my newsletter to make a point to be thankful for something each day. It could be as simple as the air you are breathing or ______ (you fill in the blank)
Day 1: I am thankful for God's healing and answered prayers. I came home from work today with a horrible headache. Not from my job mind you, but from the change of season. I wasn't feeling well, but my kiddos couldn't understand why mommy didn't want to play. Maggi gave my head a kiss and said all better? Unfortunately not at that moment. But, Jo said God will heal your head and He did! God is good and reminds me of His healing and answered prayers even if the message comes from the mouth of babes.

At the end of the month I will compose a list and make several pages describing the things I and my kids are thankful for. Now, I didn't do this last year, but remember very distinctly Jo being asked a church on several occasions what he was thankful for...he always gave the same response...his toy dinosaurs. Oh well...I know he loves me ; )

A little More Thanks...
The month of November Close to my Heart is giving anyone and everyone who purchases $100 or more the Stamp of the Month AND an additional stamp set of your choice (22.95 value or less) absolutely FREE! So, start checking those Christmas lists and purchasing your loved ones a gift that will keep on giving. You can give them the free items or keep them for yourself!

DE Ornaments!

2010-10-30T19:58:00.000-07:00

These are all 6 of the new DE Ornaments by CTMH. I did use my scissors to a few of them, but LOVE the results!

These are feature at my 3rd Annual Christmas workshop coming in Dec. Details coming soon!

"Snow" much fun!

2010-10-25T15:55:00.000-07:00

Since the arrival of Snow Friends two years ago it has been one of my favorite Winter sets to use. It is so versatile! I have used it on tiles to make one of a kind coasters, cards, and now my latest a fun layout just awaiting the first now! I just the stamp set to create my own Background and Textured Paper along with the adorable snowman and colored pencils to create boarders and page accents.

My little "hooligan"!

2010-10-12T18:07:00.000-07:00

Create this spooky cute layout for your little critter's photos.

However, if you are like me, I don't have any spooky cute little photos yet, but I do have photos from Maggi's second birthday party. I needed some fun and bright papers to make my photos pop off the page.

For my version of the layout I changed the background paper to white daisy and used the black cardstock to mount and title my layout. I used the Poster board alphabet to create a bold outline. Then I gave Maggi the coordinating ink markers to color in the title. The sunset mini-accents kit was the perfect finishing touches.

Introducing a new way to use Studio J!

2010-10-04T18:38:00.000-07:00

Sorry for being just a tad bit behind on the updates. Over the past few months with the start of school and numerous activities that come with the start of a new school year, I for one have had little to no time to actually scrap! As hard as that seems to understand I have made maybe two complete layouts since the start of Sept. If you too find yourself lagging further and further behind...I want to encourage you to use STUDIO J via my website: Not only do you have the ability to use the beloved retired papers, but also some exclusive kits only for studio J members. Yes, I did say members, but never fear if you wish to use current papers and Cherish or Imagine layouts it is completely FREE! I don't plan on printing my layouts, but now have found an even FASTER, SIMPLER, AND EASIER way to scrap! Using Studio J is easy and guides you through each step! I love being able to upload my digital photos and compare the papers, layouts, accents and much more!
I was able to make a layout start to finish in 20 minutes! Thanks to the help of Studio J, I have now laid out 3 different albums at NO COST! I now am able to take my net-book to the table where I scrap and begin to paper piece my layouts and in minutes I have the whole thing including new ideas using my favorite accents!
When you begin using Studio J your screen will look something like this:
It is a little hard to tell, but the second layout with the orange tones is using the You Rock paper.
The layout was super simple and the paper was perfect! This layout could have taken me hours to match the right paper to my photos, but with the ease of Studio J and a few clicks I was able to make 7 layouts in just a few hours while sitting on the couch :)

I used the You Rock paper pack, Goldrush Carstock, Outdoor Denium Twill Ribbon, and Hodge Podge Color-ready alphabet stickease.

$2, $4, $6 for 8…It's YOU We Appreciate! Constant Campaign

2010-08-03T11:35:00.000-07:00

I know you won't want to miss this SALE! A select group of My Reflections paper packs, stickease, and level 1 kits are on a 50% off sale. Check out my website: scrapali.myctmh.com And ENJOY!

A book all his own!

2010-07-28T19:55:00.001-07:00

Looking for a fun activity to do with your child(ren)? I have the perfect way for you to help them create their own story book! Close to my Heart has white daisy board books! I simply give Josiah pictures from the activities we have done over the summer, scraps from my scrapbook papers, and let him go to town. He loves stamping, adding stickers, and even accents to the pages! This book will last for years to come (as well as most paper books) and the story will be ever changing! Even today he told me of the time he blasted off in space and jumped past the moon.

6 x 6 White Daisy Board Book $6.95Printing of pictures (enough for the whole book) $6
Scraps $5
Time with my boy sharing my passion with him...PRICELESS!

Become a FACEBOOK fan: ScrapAli - Close to my Heart to see additional pictures of his book.

For more details about how to order these cute 6 x 6 albums, comment below!

Zippidde do-ta-da!

2010-07-25T17:40:00.000-07:00

So, i know it has been a WHILE...but none the less here is the latest Technique I am doing, emboss resist.

After looking through my pictures I just new I had to use this paper for these pictures. I then took out my handy dandy Imagine book and ZIPIDEE I have a layout in less than 2 hours start to finish!
Zippidee Paper Pack, Cranberry Cardstock, Boys at Play stamp set, Spot on Backgrounds Stamp set, Dimensional Elements, Clear Embossing Powder, Cranberry Ink Pad and Marker, Sunflower Ink Pad, Outdoor Denim Brads, Foam Texture Tool, Chocolate Distressing Ink

Scrapbooking Rocks!

2010-01-30T13:12:00.000-08:00

The you rock scrapbooking workshop features the my acrylix® just be you B-size stamp set. The awesome images and sentiments paired with the You Rock Level 2 paper packet and coordinating accessories will rocket your memories to the stars! Sign up today to create this cool, funky layout! Please select one of the following kit options. To register for the workshop please send me payment and your name will be added to the workshop attendees.
$30: You Rock Kit: Level 2 paper pack, Exclusive stamp set, and NEW Outdoor Denim Accent Kit
$20: Half-pack of You Rock Level 2 and Outdoor Denim Accent Kit
$10: Pre-cut layout and accessories to complete a 2-page 12 x 12 spread
Additional coordinating elements:
Z1272 Top Coats™ Rockin’ $4.95
Z1263 Bitty Sparkles $2.95
Z281 White Hemp $2.25
Get it ALL for the low-price of $50 including shipping and tax. Add the SOTM for the low price of $11.48.

It's that time of year again!

2009-12-22T09:31:00.000-08:00

It's Back!

2009-10-23T05:53:00.001-07:00

12-Hour crop here I come!

2009-10-15T10:36:00.000-07:00

I can't wait till Saturday! I get to scrapbook for 12 hours! Woohoo! I am also a vendor at the Fall Crop so I will have a display table including a CLEARANCE section. It's not too late to sign up...see post below for more details!

Jump Start on Christmas Cards

2009-10-12T08:00:00.001-07:00

In sorting through some of my scrap stuff from last year I have found plenty of "extra" christmas cards...thought I would share a few of the ideas here.

I used the Just Chillin' paper pack and "Chillin" stampset to create these gift tags and cards last year.

These cards are created using the "Let us Adore Him" stampset and Everlasting Paper Pack with a little cranberry ribbon.

COASTing

2009-10-11T17:19:00.000-07:00

I have become a part of this email group of ladies who are helping me prepare for the Christmas season...CHRIST OVER ALL the SEASON'S THEME-ING through the Christmas Season! So, I am a little bit behind, but still not too far to start now. During week 1 we were to "Get Organized", Begin looking out for good buys and recipes to share, and Simplify my house keeping...I am going to do digital organization for now before preparing a fun scrapbook and I begin sharing this adventure with all my readers. :) I will try and post recipes, etc. here as well when they come through my inbox. As for simplifying my house keeping...I try to keep up with picking up after the kids, but my kitchen and bathroom seem to be forgotten in the process. Today all is clean! The kids are in bed...Josiah is still talking/singing (but on his way to sleepy town). Now it is time for me to start on week 2! Prepare my Christmas card list, Get a "wishlist" from the fam, gathering leftover holiday wrap (we store ours all in one place since last year...CHECK), and get out the Christmas music (don't have much and not really sure where it is). So, if you choose join me! Leave a comment and I will post in more details each weeks challenges so you too can become prepared for the Christmas Season without waiting till the last minute!

Octobers Workshop on the Go!

2009-09-26T19:42:00.001-07:00

Join me at Season's Harvest Market
October 20, 2009
6 p.m.
Cost varies ($10-$30)

FALL CROP!

2009-09-25T10:18:00.000-07:00

I will be a vendor at the FALL CROP sponsored by:

First Presbyterian Church
Cleveland, TN

Saturday, October 17th
10am – 10pm

$20 per person
(includes crop space, drinks, lunch & dinner, and door prize ticket)

Proceeds go to raise money for our Family & Children’s Ministries

Multiple Scrapbooking Vendors and Door Prizes!

Reserve your spot by Sat., Oct. 10th with Check or PayPal
Space is limited to 50 people…
First 20 to register will receive a Goodie Bag!

Registration by Check:
Make checks payable to: First Presbyterian Church
Mail Checks to: Paula Hendrix
2384 Timber Trace Cir. NW
Cleveland, TN 37311

Registration by PayPal: PayPal account holders may send
payment to Paula Hendrix at phendrix2@aol.com

For more information contact:
Paula Hendrix 423-284-0338 phendrix2@aol.com
Leah Grundy 423-715-8135 teach_itinspires@yahoo.com
Ali Creel scrapali@bellsouth.net

Twitterpatted!!!

2009-09-06T13:09:00.000-07:00

I am so head over heals with the new Twitterpatted Paper Pack and Organic colored dimensional elements! I have been working on finishing up Josiah's 2 year book and have used the left overs from my workshop layout to create 3 - 9 x 9 spreads!

Workshop Layout:
Twitterpatted Workshop Kit
Organic DE
Natural Hemp
Sweet Leaf Ink
Tulip Marker

You choose the price!

Good $10: You will receive the supplies (pre-cut) to create the featured layout.

Better $20: You will receive 1/2 pack of the level 2 paper pack (including the pre-cut layout) and a new product sample. This month is the Organic Colored Dimentional Elements and 2 yards of Natural Hemp.

Best $30: WOTG Packet that includes a level 2 paper pack, exclusive B-size stampset, accent, AND a how-to guide that will allow you to create 2 complete layouts and 9 cards!

The first WOTG workshop will be at:

Season's Harvest on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m.

You MUST register by TODAY, Sept. 9 so I can order the supplies!

For more details or questions please feel free to call or email me.

Layout will hold 4-4x6 photos and 2-3x4

9 x 9 Summer layout
Twitterpatted Workshop Kit
Rustic Alphabet
Classmates Alphabet
Dutch Blue Ink
Dutch Blue Marker

9 x 9 Georgia Aquarium
Twitterpatted Workshop Kit
Organic DE
Natural Hemp
Crystal Blue Ink
Chocolate Ink
Tulip Marker

9 x 9 Mini-Vacation Layout
Twitterpatted Workshop Kit
Winter Cozy Mini Accents
Spring Harmony Assorted Brads
Chocolate Mini Melody Kit
Crystal Blue Ink
Chocolate Ink
Sorbet Ink
Rock You Stamp set
It's a Zoo Stamp set

I still have a ton of scraps! This paper is so beautiful! Who says you have to wait till Fall to use this paper?

Join me Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Season's Harvest Market! Register by Sept. 9, 2009!

September Workshop!

2009-08-25T08:32:00.001-07:00

I am so excited to annouce the new Workshops on the Go program! Each month I will feature one of the new paper packs in the Autumn/Winter 2009 Idea Book. You may choose the price!

Good $10: You will receive the supplies (pre-cut) to create the featured layout.

Best $30: WOTG Packet that includes a level 2 paper pack, exclusive B-size stampset, accent, AND a how-to guide that will allow you to create 2 complete layouts and 9 cards!

The first WOTG workshop will be at:

Season's Harvest on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m.

You MUST register by Sept. 8 so I can order the supplies!

For more details or questions please feel free to call or email me.

Celebrate the Everyday!

2009-08-24T14:00:00.000-07:00

I am so excited about this month's constant campaign, Celebrate the Everyday! September is National Stamping month and in honor CTMH is celebrating BIG!

Kit includes: 4 B & T Dous (2 of each patterns), 1 12 x 12 Sheet of Colonial White, 1 12 x 12 Sheet of Dutch Blue, 16 Cards and Envelopes (pre-cut and scored), 2 mini stamp pads, chocolate mini-melody accent kits, chocolate ribbon, AND sponge!

Buy the kit for $39.95 or get it FREE when you purchase $60 or more in stamps!

Wilderness Log Contest

2009-08-10T18:38:00.001-07:00

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Something different? Something WILD? Why not head out to the Wilderness - Wilderness at the Smokies, that is. Located just a short drive away in Sevierville, TN, Wilderness at the Smokies is the region’s newest and largest waterpark resort, and it offers adventurous travelers the perfect blend of fun and relaxation. Snuggled up next to the foothills of the scenic Smoky Mountains, Wilderness at the Smokies is situated on 700 acres in one of the nation’s most popular vacation spots. Visit us at www.wildernessatthesmokies.com or call 877-325- WILD (9453)!

OK, here’s how to register. There are four ways you can enter to win this great prize from FunandFrugal.com! (Limit one entry per method. It’s much easier for me to track if you leave a separate comment for each method and if you leave a comment on facebook, that’s fine, but please leave one here, too!)

Subscribe - Become an Email Subscriber to FunandFrugal.com if you aren’t already. Go to FunandFrugal.com and click on “Subscribe Via Email” in the upper-right corner. Be sure to click on the confirmation email to complete the sign up process. Then click here and complete the short registration form and include the weekly Code Word, which will be included in the morning email for Fun & Frugal subscribers (below each post.) Note: you will be prompted to enter a 3-digit spam captcha code. Do NOT enter any spaces in between the characters. (No need to leave a comment that you have entered by this method - the entries from the registration form are all tracked in a separate program. I’m the only one who sees them.)
Twitter - Follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/funandfrugal and Tweet about this Giveaway. Be sure to copy me by adding @funandfrugal. Then leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.
Blog - If you have a blog mention this Giveaway on your blog and leave a comment below this post with a link to the URL where you blogged about it.
Facebook - Become a Fan of the FunandFrugal.com Facebook page by clicking here and leave a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so. If you’re already a fan on Facebook, you can earn a bonus entry by mentioning this giveaway on your FB status or on your wall and leaving a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so.

So Excited!

2009-08-01T14:26:00.000-07:00

I just saw a sneak peak at the new Fall/Winter Idea Book! I am simply in awe of the beautiful paper packs: Sweet Home, Grace, Twitterpated, and Jingle (new Christmas) and the new stamps: Welcome Home, Childhood Portraits, Grown with Love, Holiday Trinkets, and Christmas Story just to name a few! Plus the new My Originals Around the Holidays Card Kit is so gorgeous I will be using it for the Christmas Card workshop this year featuring round cards 12 for $15! More to follow...

My little CUPCAKE!

2009-07-31T11:59:00.000-07:00

Maggi will be 1 in two weeks! And I'm excited to say I lack less than 4 spreads! Check back to see a complete twelve month review!

Week 4: Summer Giveaway

2009-07-27T04:53:00.001-07:00

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This is Week 4 of the Fun & Frugal Summer Giveaway! July 24 I gave away two pairs of tickets to The Tennessee Aquarium, July 17 I gave away two pairs of tickets toDollywood, and July 10 I gave away two pairs of tickets to The Chattanooga Ducks. This Friday, July 31, I’m giving away two pairs of tickets to Vaudeville Cafe Murder Mystery Dinner Show in downtown Chattanooga! Never been there? Check out their website at funnydinner.com for show dates/times/prices/FAQ’s/etc. or you can call them at (423) 517-1839. Save 10% when you purchase tickets online. Enjoy all-you-can-eat Italian food and family entertainment appropriate for all ages! (Kids 3 and under are free!)

There are four ways you can enter to win two tickets from FunandFrugal.com! (Limit one entry per method. It’s much easier for me to track if you leave a separate comment for each method and if you leave a comment on facebook, that’s fine, but please leave one here, too!)

Subscribe - Become an Email Subscriber to FunandFrugal.com if you aren’t already. Go to FunandFrugal.com and click on “Subscribe Via Email” in the upper-right corner. Be sure to click on the confirmation email to complete the sign up process. Then click here and complete the short registration form and include the weekly Code Word, which will be included in the morning email for Fun & Frugal subscribers (below each post.) Note: you will be prompted to enter a 3-digit spam captcha code. Do NOT enter any spaces in between the characters.
Twitter - Follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/funandfrugal and Tweet about this Giveaway. Be sure to copy me by adding @funandfrugal. Then leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.
Blog - If you have a blog mention this Giveaway on your blog and leave a comment below this post with a link to the URL where you blogged about it.
Facebook - Become a Fan of the FunandFrugal.com Facebook page by clicking hereand leave a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so. If you’re already a fan on Facebook, you can earn a bonus entry by mentioning this giveaway on your FB status or on your wall and leaving a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so.

All entries must be received by 8:00 PM EST Friday, July 31. Winners will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or I will select another winner to keep contests fun & fair for everyone. Next Friday’s giveaway will be a 1-hour massage from A Healing Touch in Cleveland!

The Countdown Begins!

2009-07-22T08:15:00.000-07:00

Hello all! I am so excited to hear that some people are actually reading my blog. I am trying to keep up a little more :) That being said I wanted to let you know...
The NEW Fall/Winter Idea Book 2009 releases Sept. 1! You can get a special sneak peak at the Scrap Vertical workshop on August 18 at 6 p.m. Cost to attend is $10 and the spaces are limited. I have 4 spots left! See post below and another update soon about the Kits you can do that night that will hold an amazing 14-20 photos!

Yo Baby Gift Bag Give-away!

2009-07-22T08:13:00.001-07:00

You can win: a reusable YoBaby bag, an organic YoBaby bib, an Eric Carle growth chart, 5 FREE YoBaby 3-in-1 coupons, and a travel YoBaby bowl with lid and utensils, courtesy of Stonyfield Farm!
There are four ways you can enter to win! (Limit one entry per method. It’s much easier for me to track if you leave a separate comment for each method and if you leave a comment on facebook, that’s fine, but please leave one here, too!)
Subscribe - Become an Email Subscriber to FunandFrugal.com if you aren’t already. Go to FunandFrugal.com and click on “Subscribe Via Email” in the upper-right corner. Be sure to click on the confirmation email to complete the sign up process. Then click here and complete the short registration form. Note: you will be prompted to enter a 3-digit spam captcha code. Do NOT enter any spaces in between the characters.
Twitter - Follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/funandfrugal and Tweet about this Giveaway. Be sure to copy me by adding @funandfrugal. Then leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.
Blog - If you have a blog mention this Giveaway on your blog and leave a comment below this post with a link to the URL where you blogged about it.
Facebook - Become a Fan of the FunandFrugal.com Facebook page by clicking here and leave a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so. If you’re already a fan on Facebook, you can earn a bonus entry by mentioning this giveaway on your FB status or on your wall and leaving a comment below this post on FunandFrugal.com letting me know you have done so.
All entries must be received by 8:00 PM EST Tuesday, July 28. Winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or I will select another winner to keep contests fun & fair for everyone.

Keep It a Secret

2009-07-20T04:24:00.000-07:00

This cute pocket card is the perfect card to send an invitation, create a special gift for the receiver, and much more!

It's Back: Scrap Vertical!

2009-07-19T15:46:00.000-07:00

I wanted to show you the latest workshop artwork. We used the beautiful gender neutral paper, Notebook along with the True Fit Folios. With the True Fit Folios we were able to double the number of layouts and photos, not to mention a new dimension to our scrapbooks :)
Top Pages:

Bottom Page:

Vertical (Right Page):

If you are interested in taking this class, please feel free to email me. This will be my August workshop! But in following with the theme of "scrap" You can choose from a variety of CTMH Level 2 paper packs to create these 4 stunning pages that will hold 14 photos or this same concept that will hold a whopping 20 photos (picture coming soon)! Once i recieve payment you may choose which style you want to use.

Summer Give AWAY Week 2

2009-07-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

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I started a new Friday Summer Giveaway Promotion last Friday, in which I gave away two pairs of tickets to The Chattanooga Ducks. This Friday, July 17, I’m giving away two pairs of tickets to Dollywood! And I’ve added another bonus entry method! Here are all the ways you can enter to win (limit one entry per method):

Subscribe - Become an Email Subscriber to FunandFrugal.com if you aren’t already. Go to FunandFrugal.com and click on “Subscribe Via Email” in the upper-right corner. Be sure to click on the confirmation email to complete the sign up process. Then click here and complete the short registration form and include the weekly Code Word, which will be included in the morning email for Fun & Frugal subscribers (below each post.) Note: you will be prompted to enter a 3-digit spam captcha code. Do NOT enter any spaces in between the characters.
Twitter - Follow me on Twitter at twitter.com/funandfrugal and Tweet about this Giveaway. Be sure to copy me by adding @funandfrugal. Then leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.
Blog - If you have a blog mention this Giveaway on your blog and leave a comment below this post with a link to the URL where you blogged about it.
Facebook - Become a Fan of the FunandFrugal.com Facebook page by clicking hereand leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.

All entries must be received by 8:00 PM EST Friday, July 17. Winners will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or I will select another winner to keep contests fun & fair for everyone. Upcoming Friday giveaways include: tickets to The Tennessee Aquarium, Vaudeville Cafe Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, and a 1-hour massage from A Healing Touch in Cleveland!

Check this out!

2009-07-08T12:02:00.000-07:00

I'm a proud sponsor of FunandFrugal.com and wanted to share this fun new contest! This looks like really big fun for the entire family!

Ali

Summer Giveaways on Fun and Frugal! First Up: Chattanooga Ducks Tickets!

Posted on 07 July 2009 by Gloria Moser

I am excited to announce the Fun and Frugal Summer Giveaway promotion! I have got some fabulous prizes to give away every Friday for the next several weeks this summer, including:

4 tickets to The Chattanooga Ducks
4 tickets to Dollywood
2 tickets to The Tennessee Aquarium
2 tickets to Vaudeville Cafe Murder Mystery Dinner Cafe
1-hour massage gift certificate to A Healing Touch in Cleveland

Normally my contests are limited to one entry per person, however I’m adding some twists to the Summer Giveaways.

The first giveaway will be for Chattanooga Ducks Tickets. Two Fun and Frugal readers will be randomly selected to win two pair of tickets each! (Never heard of it? Read below for more info. My family loved it!)

Here are all the ways you can enter:

Subscribe - Become an Email Subscriber to FunandFrugal.com if you aren’t already. Go to FunandFrugal.com and click on “Subscribe Via Email” in the upper-right corner. Be sure to click on the confirmation email to complete the sign up process. Then click here and complete the short registration form and include the weekly Code Word, which will be included in the morning email for Fun & Frugal subscribers (below each post.) Note: you will be prompted to enter a 3-digit spam captcha code. Do NOT enter any spaces in between the characters.
Twitter - Follow me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/funandfrugal and Tweet about this Giveaway. Be sure to copy me by adding @funandfrugal. Then leave a comment below this post letting me know you have done so.
Blog - If you have a blog - mention this Giveaway on your blog and leave a comment with a link to the URL where you blogged about it.

All entries must be received by 8:00 PM EST Friday, July 10. Winners will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or I will select another winner to keep contests fun & fair for everyone.

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My kids, my husband, and I got to go on The Chattanooga Ducks this past weekend and loved it! Experience Chattanooga’s Great Adventure! Just when you think you’ve seen it all from land, you will splash into the Tennessee River for the unforgettable views of Chattanooga’s Riverfront and Maclellan Island. Not just a tour, it’s an adventure! You will board an authentic renovated WWII amphibious landing vehicle for a narrated tour of downtown Chattanooga.
Adults - $20
Senior/Military - $18
Children, 3 to 12 - $10
Under 3 - $1
Schedule: March through October. Tour times vary by season. Call for group rates and reservations.
423-756-DUCK (3825) or email tours {at} chattanoogaducks.com. You can visit their website at www.chattanoogaducks.com, where you can find a coupon for $2 off!

Photos of Stamps

2009-06-26T08:11:00.001-07:00

All Deck Out $14
Free Spirit $14
Random Thoughts $14
From Me to You $14

Express Postage $14
Typewriter Keys $14
Rustic Flowers $14
Treasure Life $14

Today's Date $14
Heart Throb $14
Summertimes $16
Serendipity $16

Charm Uppercase $12
Color my world $12

Journaling Jots $10
Adore Him $10
Whimsical Wings $10

Summer Blow Out Sale!

2009-06-25T10:47:00.000-07:00

Stamps: Buy 2, Get 1 FREE (greater or equal value)

(Retired or used, unless stated)

Summertime (new) $16

Serendipity (new) $16

Rustic Flowers $14

Express Postage $14

Typewriter Keys $14

With Love $14

Heartthrob $14

Random Thoughts $14

From Me to You $14

Treasure Life $14

Free Spirit $14

All Decked Out $14

Today’s Date $14

Color My World $12

Charm Uppercase $12

Journaling Jots $10

Let Us Adore Him $10

Whimsical Wings $10

Miscellaneous

Calendar (2) $ 5

Blending Pens (4) $ 2

Winter Cozy Mini-Accents $ 7

Paper Kits

Christmas Card Kits $ 8 (includes embellishments and envelopes)

1-12 x 12 Page kits $ 1

1-12 x 24 Spread $ 2

1-12 x 12 Page Kits $ 3 (with embellishments)

Grab Bag

Boy $ 5 $ 10 (with embellishments)

Girl $ 5 $ 10 (with embellishments)

Seasonal $ 5 $ 10 (with embellishments)

All Sales are FINAL! If I have to mail it to you then you will pay exact shipping.

Thanks!

Ali

Come create a beautiful 12 x 24 spread using the new Bella Level 2 Paper Pack and Autumn Garden Mini-Accents Kit at Season's Harvest Market July 21 at 6 p.m. RSVP early to reserve your spot. Cost is $10.

Update!

2009-06-21T19:15:00.000-07:00

WOW! I cant believe it has been a month since I updated my blog...well yes I can. Time seems to be extremely busy! Between my 4 part-time jobs and being a full time mommy I don't seem to have much time to be on the computer.
CTMH Update:
I am so excited that God is truly blessing my little scrap business as my club year has exploded and I have at least two if not three workshops a month!
Swimming:
I am on a current break from teaching swim lessons, but find myself subbing more than being off...hmmm...looking forward to continuing to teach. I love the kids and really love to watch the light bulb go on as they learn to swim. :)
School:
I am down to just 2 days a week for 4 1/2 hours a day so it isn't that bad and the kids are so fun and I really enjoy it.
Time for bed and praying Maggi sleeps tonight!

NSD Retreat!

2009-05-17T19:39:00.000-07:00

Wow! We had so much fun...note the time in the following photo...we scrapped till 2:30 a.m. Saturday morning. Look for mre details later!

Blog Hop!

2009-04-29T00:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our Close to my Heart Summer 2009 Idea Book Blog Hop! Over 40 Close to my Heart Consultants are celebrating the upcoming release of the Summer 2009 Idea Book by sharing their amazing creations using new products via their blogs. If you have come here from Dawn's blog, you are on the right path! If this is your first stop, you may want to go back to Erin's blog <http://www.tazzygirl2000.blogspot.com/> and start from the beginning!"
This is simple do to- just click on the link at the end of the post on each blog to move to the next one! Here we go!

I was "tickled pink" when I received the National Scrapbook Month Campaign and knew I had just the pictures. Using the templates found in the kit I was able to create 4 stunning pages that really capture the moments that I will cherish for a lifetime. I not only was able to begin my All About Me album, but the second layout helped me really capture the birth of our second child, Maggi.

I love these colors for her baby pages, but these papers are timeless and the stamp set is one I will use over and over again. You can see in a past post that I used the stamp set to create a card for a good friend of mine.

Technique: I was able to use the die-cuts in the create these beautiful 3D paper embellishments as well as second generation stamping on my title, "so happy". I used the foam tool found in the kit to add a little ink to the sides of my title as well to help it really stand out.

Materials: Tickled Pink Kit; Ink Colors:Blush, Crystal Blue, and Black; White Daisy Mini-Melodies Accent Kit

Now "Hop" on over to Helen's blog http://www.hookedonstamping.com/ to see her work! Be sure to visit all the Consultants at their Blogs to get some great crafting ideas and see the great new Paper Packs and My Acrylix Stamp Sets! Remember, the Summer 2009 Idea Book goes LIVE on May 1st!
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Links not working or Lost on the "hop"? See a complete list of participating blogs below:
Erin Herring http://www.tazzygirl2000.blogspot.com/
Penny Doucette http://scrappinpenny.blogspot.com/
Kathleen Rensel http://scrapbookaddictkath.blogspot.com/
Jessica Moore http://www.jessicaspaperpetals.blogspot.com/
Colleen Porter http://www.inkemup.blogspot.com/
Sherry Thompson http://www.picturespatternsandpaper.blogspot.com/
Jen Patrick http://www.roxybonds-scrappin.blogspot.com/
Corey Acton http://scrappytimeswithcorey.blogspot.com/
Amy Edwards http://www.paisleysplayhouse.blogspot.com/
Amy Schultz http://www.amylizschultz.blogspot.com/
Tresa Black http://www.fabulouslyartsy.blogspot.com/
Leslie Kolic http://www.leannesscraps.blogspot.com/
Rebecca Garrison http://www.stampingwithbekah.blogspot.com/
Miranda Kurz http://www.scrampinwithmiranda.com/
Terrie Dodd http://my-life-in-real-time.blogspot.com/
Traci Tanimura http://www.creativetraci.blogspot.com/
Debora Mcelhany http://www.mcdoodlesscrappinplace.blogspot.com/
Katie Paterson http://katiepaterson.blogspot.com/
Michelle Robinson http://amaizenbluelady.typepad.com/
Lori Scott http://scrapinglori.blogspot.com/
Amberlyn Gentry http://amberlyng.blogspot.com/
Wendy Kessler http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com/
Meredith Burgess http://www.meredithsscrappylife.blogspot.com/
Vicky Sullivan http://www.sullyscrapandstamp.blogspot.com/
Caren Goldstein http://www.scrappycaren.blogspot.com/
Jena Devries http://www.livelovelaughscrapbook.blogspot.com/
Kami Welter http://www.scrappin4memories.blogspot.com/
Traci Godbee http://createwithtraci.blogspot.com/
Julie Banzon http://www.scrapbookiejulie.blogspot.com/
Laurel Seabrook http://www.want2scrap.blogspot.com/
Alisan Smith http://scrappinalistamps.blogspot.com/
Haley Dyer http://www.inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/
Dawn Heuft http://www.stamptildawn.blogspot.com/
Ali Creel http://www.scrapali.blogspot.com/
Helen Onulak http://www.hookedonstamping.com/
Jean McNulty http://stampinmaui.blogspot.com/
Aaron Brown http://aaronsbooth32.blogspot.com/
Shannon http://www.rockinstamps.blogspot.com/
Julie Lane http://raggedydoodles.blogspot.com/
Carrie Zrodlowski http://carriesinspiration.blogspot.com/

Just a few notes...

2009-04-26T19:13:00.001-07:00

Tomorrow begins an insane week! From sub-ing, my "sister's" wedding, and scrapbooking I will have little time for much else.

I am sure everyone is loving this warm weather. We finally got to have a pictures taken by Ami and Alison Photography yesterday...long sleeves and 80 degree weather don't really mix, but they assured me we would have some good pics. Should have a few to post in the next week or two. Tonight we also got to enjoy time with some good friends for dinner and playing in the backyard with the kids.

I thought since I had been posting mainly scrapbook pages I would showcase these simple cards. Just a little cardstock and the "Life's a Jungle" Stamp set will put a smile on anyone's face.

Materials: Olive Cardstock and Ink, Black Ink, and a cardbase.

Materials: Goldrush Cardstock and Ink, Black Ink, and a cardbase.

Inside of card reads: You're the best!

Materials: Indian Corn Blue Cardstock and Ink, Black Ink, Olive Ink, Spot on backgrounds Stamp set and a cardbase.

So Happy!

2009-04-19T18:44:00.000-07:00

The new Tickled Pink Stamp Set and the May 2009 SOTM will add flare to any card or scrapbook page! Use these great looking ladies to brighten a friends day and the Tickled Pink Stamp Set to create cards, scrapbook pages, and much more!

Materials: Colonial White Cardstock, Tickled Pink Stampset, May SOTM, Crystal Blue Ink, Outdoor Denium Ink, and Hollyhock Ink.

Tickled Pink

2009-04-13T09:43:00.000-07:00

You’re gonna love our Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit designed exclusively for National Scrapbooking Month in May. Get a jump start and order your kit with my next order going off on Friday, April 17 (this will be my only gathering order for the month of April). My next order will be sent off May 4 in order to get items back in time for the National Scrapbook Day Event.

PUT A LITTLE MORE “YOU” IN YOUR SCRAPBOOKS AND YOU’LL BE Tickled Pink this spring! Our newest scrapbooking kit puts you front and center—with everything you need to create two beautiful two-page layouts all about the things that you love and that make you shine. And speaking of shine, you’ll also be tickled by the kiss of glitter on these fabulous papers!

To get your very own Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit:

• Place a minimum order of $60 in stamp sets (excluding K-size and Stamp of the Month) between April 15-May 31 to receive a Tickled Pink scrapbooking kit FREE! (Use item number CC1004D; limit one free kit per order.)

• Purchase the Tickled Pink kit at just $34.95—well below retail value! (Use item number CC1004C)

• Sign up as a new Consultant between May 1-May 31 and receive a kit FREE.

• Host a Home Gathering between April 15-May 31 with minimum sales of $400 and receive a kit FREE. Celebrate spring, bling, and everything you love—you’ll be so happy, you’ll be Tickled Pink!

Price breakdown...

1 D-Size Stamp Set @ $22.95 (exclusive to kit)
1 Foam Tool (comes as a set of 4 for $9.95) @ $2.50
1 White Mini-Medley @ $7.95

all of these added up comes to... $33.40...which means for just $1.55 more, you get all the papers, the die-cuts, and the full-color instruction booklet including NEW patterns!!!

And...if you have a wish list of stamps that you've been wanting, then when you purchase $60 in stamps, you get the Tickled Pink FREE! Plus the SOTM for only $11.48 more! This is a deal you simply can't pass up!

Order the Tickled Pink kit and attend an exclusive workshop FREE to put the pages together along with additional papercrafts created with the "scraps".

It's no DAYDREAM, It's springtime

2009-04-02T10:54:00.000-07:00

Come experience a faster, simpler, and easier way to treasure your memories for a lifetime using Close to my Heart’s exclusive products to create 2-12 x 12 stunning pages for just $10! Limited seating is available. RSVP by April 21 to scrapali@bellsouth.net.

Season’s Harvest Market

April 28, 2009

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sneak Peak

2009-03-31T20:32:00.001-07:00

The new Summer Idea book will be out before you know it...thought I would share a little something to wet your appetites :) This is courtesy of Jeanette Lynton's blog, see link below.

Register now and SAVE $25!

2009-03-30T19:20:00.000-07:00

Everyone's so busy these days, so I wanted to be sure and remind you about my upcoming National Scrapbook Day Workshop. It's a chance to spend some uninterrupted time having fun and getting something done!

Take a look at the projects you're working on and let me know by May 1st of any products you'd like to order so I can have them there for you.

Save $25 if you register by April 3rd!! Remember, you can also attend the Saturday only crop for $55, but you must register.

There's still time to RSVP by April 3 and join us for just $75 (Friday-Sunday)!

Technique of the Week

2009-03-25T07:10:00.000-07:00

Sorry life seems to be moving faster than I can keep up. Sad thing is it is spring break so I am only working 2 of my 5 part time jobs. Any who!I used three sheets of card stock and my acrylix stamps to make my own pattern paper. Using the coordinating Exclusive Ink Pads: Hollyhock, sweetleaf, and desert sand and two circles from "Its a party" and "solo j" I created this pattern paper to highlight this one photo layout.
1. Ink up the circles and random stamp on colonial white cardstock.
2. Cut the cardstock in a 2 x 12 inch strip and 2 1.5 x 1.5 squares.
3. Cut a 1.5 x 1.5 square for the date from colonial white and stamp the date or small title. I used "Classmates Alphabet and Chocolate alphabet for the numbers.
4. Embellish! I also used one of the exclusive "clear shapes"and some hollyhock twill ribbon attached to the photo matt using two garden green brads :)
Enjoy!

It has been a crazy week!

2009-03-21T05:12:00.001-07:00

We decided that we would throw an impromptu yard sale this morning so we have most things that are my blog sale in our front yard right now. We are also in the mist of some major spring cleaning (hints the yard sale). Mag has almost mastered sitting up on her own and I know it won't be long that she will just begin to take off. If her arms would get a little stronger she would so be on the move!
In other news I won the free photo session with Ami and Alison Photography during their Easter Traditions Contest. Read my entry: Growing up in Oak Ridge, TN near most of my immediate family brought a lot of family gatherings during the holidays. Each year we helped my "Maw" decorate for each holiday season from Christmas lights to Easter Trees not a celebration was left undecorated. But it wasn't all about the decorations. Every year at Easter the big dogwood tree in her backyard seemed to welcome in the season. And each year on Easter Sunday after going to church and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ we would gather in the back yard for a family photo in front of the dogwood tree. The same year my Maw died so did that tree, but the tradition lives on. My sons first Easter we were able to find a dogwood tree just a few apartments down from our own here in Cleveland. But last year since Easter was so early we were unable to continue that tradition. I want to find a dogwood tree this year so that my daughter can become a part of that tradition. This is one my favorite childhood Easter traditions that I want to continue for years to come.

Blog Sale!

2009-03-18T06:12:00.000-07:00

Instead of trying to find a free weekend and a better location we are going to have a blog sale. At your convenience come and shop! All sales are final, but all prices are negotiable.

Kitchen Table with 4 chairs (Oak table top with white legs) $75

Safety First Stroller and Car Seat $25

Small two shelf bookshelves (2 available) $10 (each)

Antique White Solid Wood Vanity $100

Target Safari Bumper Pad $10

Maternity Body size bobby pillow with cover $15

Twilight Series Books $55

Harry Potter Books $90

Left Behind Series (including prequels) $80

Close to my Heart Products:

Ink Pads

Sunny Yellow $ 4

Orange $ 4

Stamps

(Retired or used, unless stated)

Friendship Alphabet Set $24

Summertime (new) $18

Serendipity (new) $18

Rustic Flowers $14

Express Postage $14

Typewriter Keys $14

With Love $14

Heartthrob $14

Random Thoughts $14

Delight in Everything $14

From Me to You $14

Treasure Life $14

Free Spirit $14

All Decked Out $14

Today’s Date $14

Color My World $12

Charm Uppercase $12

Sans Alphabet $12

Journaling Jots $10

Let Us Adore Him $10

Whimsical Wings $10

Atomic Caps $10

Atomic Lower Case $ 8

Atomic Numbers $ 8

Miscellaneous

Calendar (2) $ 5

Blending Pens (4) $ 2

12 x 12 Cardstock (.25 cents each): Cocoa, Colonial White, Twilight, Vineyard Berry, Orchid Bouquet, Cranberry, and Olive

Weekend Recap

2009-03-16T05:05:00.000-07:00

Saturday morning Mag took her first Parent-tot class at the Y (new sessions starts in April). She looked just too cute in her little bathing suit (pictures coming soon). From swimming on her back or the side stroke she loved the water. Looks like a got me another water baby!
After swim lessons we went on search for a new dinning room table. All we needed was chairs, but was able to get a great deal from Scotts Furniture on a table from Ashley Furniture (retail price $819). By using cash and with the two day sale we were able to walk out with a kitchen table being delivered to our home FREE for just $446!
That afternoon I joined my ladies in Benton to create three stunning pages using Paper Candy! We had loads of fun and set dates for our next two workshops! I also unveiled CTMH National Scrapbook Day Campaign: Tickled Pink! I will try and upload photos soon of the exclusive kit.
Next we hit the road to Murfreesboro, TN. We went to see my brother-in-law and his family. My youngest niece got baptized Sunday morning. God truly is blessing our family!
Special Offer: Receive your choice of any of the new accents (Pewter Designer Brads, Pretty Pens, Foundry Metal Bookplates, Love Always Journaling Spots, or Flexi Labels) FREE with a purchase of $30 or more.
Don't forget my March order goes off today at 5 p.m. Please email or call me with your orders! Have a Blessed Day!

Spring Into Savings!

2009-03-12T19:54:00.000-07:00

Just as I thought we were going to say good-bye to the cold weather it seems we are in for another few days of this chilly temperatures. But no fear when rainy cold weather comes it just brings a good reason to stay inside and SCRAPBOOK! LOL!

Need pictures to scrap? Find a great deal at snapfish.com You can get 75 prints (including shipping) for 9.99 using the code PRINT75 or 100 prints for 12.99 using the code PRINT 100. Offer good through March 15, 2009. Here is one of my favorite pictures that I can't wait to get in the mail via snapfish from Maggi's first of many trips to the park.

Celebrate National Scrapbook Day!

2009-03-08T12:32:00.000-07:00

And delight in all of the new products I have to show you! My Close to my Heart National Scrapbook Day is actually a 43 hour workshop-style retreat complete with dedicated space for scrapbooking, exclusive gifts and products and the fun of fellow scrapbookers. Arrive at 4pm on Friday and stay until 11 am Sunday!!

The retreat will be held at the brand new beautiful ChooChoo Retreat (www.choochooretreat.com) near Ooltewah. It is fully furnished, sleeps 10 and has plenty of room to crop til you drop. Also, as an added BONUS, I will be teaming up with Creative Memories rep, Leslie Houghton! You will get to learn lots of new and exciting ways to scrapbook, organize your photos, storybooks, etc. Bring your laptop, for there are plenty of outlets around the room and a big-screen TV available as well.

The fee to attend my National Scrapbook Day is just $100. BUT, you can save $15 by registering and making a $25 deposit by April 3rd to hold your spot. Save $25 by paying in full by April 3rd. You will receive exclusive NSD products and an extra thank you gift for paying in advance. In order to keep our costs down, we will be placing everyone in a meal group where 2-3 of you will be responsible for one meal. More details will be mailed to you once you RSVP.

Let me know by April 20th of any products you'd like to order so I can have them there for you. You can shop and order on my Personal Web Site by clicking the link below.

If you can not stay the whole weekend, but would like to spend the day with us on Saturday, your cost would be $55 and include all meals and an exclusive NSD product as well. Please RSVP for this. Spaces are limited ~ don't wait!!

It will be great when you come. It will be even better when you bring a friend! Please RSVP today. Just call or email me for more info. My email is scrapali@bellsouth.net

See you there!

March SOTM

2009-03-07T11:58:00.000-08:00

Here is a simple layout I constructed using the exclusive March SOTM: Butterfly Wings and the new Level 2 paper pack Emporium. The paper pack and layout feature the colors: vineyard berry, sweet leaf, crystal blue, twilight, and cocoa.

Foward March!

2009-03-03T18:21:00.000-08:00

WOW! Where did February go? This past month has been insane! I began my 5th part time in full swing and saw my CTMH sales sky rocket to over $1000! God is so good and He has been blessing us beyond measure this past month as we have began "Financial Peace" by Dave Ramsey. Awesome study and I encourage EVERYONE to take it.

Also during Feb. it finally SNOWED! Okay, well it made a dusting and we got out of school. I know, I know it wasn't a whole lot, but Jo and I still had fun playing in it! In the picture he is sticking out his tongue trying to catch snowflakes on it. Ever since our "adventure" in the snow he climbs up on the couch to look out the window and ask "Mommy is it snowin?" Bless his heart he will learn soon that living here we won't see much snow. I will post the pages I did for his scrapbook soon. The Aspen Level 2 papers really made his coat pop against the Outdoor Denium and NEW Creme Brulee.
During Feb. we also celebrated Mag's 6 month birthday. She has begun to eat peaches (as seen in the photo) and drink a fruit smoothy every morning now. At last she has also begun sleeping at night. However, whoever coined the phrase "sleeping like a baby" must have either had a really good baby or had no clue. Mag has struggled sleeping at night for the longest, but now with a full belly it seems that the every hour wake up calls might ceased. Now she just needs to cut some teeth!
Last night I was blessed to pitch a blanket tent and eat dinner with my son in the living room floor. We enjoyed "dinosaur eggs" and sprite as we spent a few moments just eating a simple meal a little differently. Just remember you don't have to wait to Christmas or Easter to take pictures and scrap, but enjoy those everyday moments that nurture and foster relationships for the rest of your lives!
On another note: Over the last month I have gotten to enjoy the many perks of being a Close to my Heart Consultant. Not only do I get to share my passion of scrapping with my friends, but God has opened the door for me to enjoy it with many new faces. During the month of Feb. I held another workshop with Tamai and the wonderful ladies in Benton, a gathering at the home of Sarah, and ended the month with an all day crop at Katrina's home. I think I can speak for everyone that attended one of the three events when I say that CTMH offers products that help us all scrapbook and stamp FASTER, SIMPLER, AND EASIER! February was also the kick off for the 25th Anniversary of CTMH! Not only did Jeanette kick off the month with a free stamp set, but I also celebrated my second year with the company. I want to thank each of my many wonderful customers who helped my sales once again hit record highes with over $1000 in sales! I would like to introduce the March Constant Campaign for all new consultants who sign during the month of March (email for more details):

Brrr...it's cold!

2009-01-19T06:33:00.000-08:00

Well, despite the below freezing temperatures of the snow flurries we still find ourselves with nothing, but freezing temps and no snow :( It has been 16 years since East TN saw its last good snow, "blizzard of '93" or so its called.
Beginning tomorrow I find myself taking on another part-time job (5 total). I will be signing for a new student in Cleveland City Schools each morning for 3 hours. Please pray for this boy and his family. Not only am I an interpreter, but I also teach swim lessons three days a week...
Financial Snapshot: We have now been enrolled in Dave Ramsey's financial peace university for a week and we have already seen a difference in our budget.
More later...

Welcome!

2009-01-17T19:08:00.000-08:00

Well, I finally took the plung...I am a blogger! Okay well, I have started a blog :) Let's not get too carried away. I thought I would create a space on the web to showcase some of my artwork and share my passion of scrapbooking with the world :) So, on this cold winter's night from east tn I will leave you with this...