I made the rosette a while ago...I stamped the script (Hot Off the Press) on crepe paper and gathered it by hand.

Then I stamped the banner and the sentiment (CTMH), cut it out and adhered it on the rosette. Added a card base...and voilà!

The stamp set (Banner Wishes - B1438) is from the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide (view it HERE).
It will be available until December 31st. So if you like it, better get it while you can! =)

This card was inspired by the sketch #50 from CAS(E) this Sketch! challenge blog. I didn't have time to play, but when I saw the sketch, I knew exactly what I wanted to do...
But I'm entering this card in the Keep It Clean and Simple challenge (Simon Says Stamp)!

Thanks for stopping by today!
Lilian

Update (11/19/13): I'm also entering this card in the Grateful for You challenge at H2H CTMH challenge blog.

Kraftie Kit(s) of the Month

Hello everybody!

Some crafty news...
I'm going to start offering a Kraftie Kit of the Month (or 2...or 3...) the first week of every month!

And the best part is...if you purchase $150 or more within 6 months, you will receive $25 in free products!

Check out this page ---> Kraftie Kit(s) of the Month for more details!

Some kits will be Close to My Heart Workshops on the Go® Kits, some will be my very own creations, using CTMH products!

The first kits are:

1. Workshops on the Go® Frosted CardMaking Kit

2. Polar Pals Card Kit

You don't have to be local to purchase the kits!
But if you're local, you can join me at Vernon Hills Hobby Lobby to assemble your kits at no extra cost! Check the Monthly Classes/Workshops that I offer!

Hope you get Kraftie!!! =)

Picture your Life...

Check this out! Click on the link below or the post title...

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Damask Divas Blog Hop: Huntington Pocket Album

Hello,
Welcome to the Damask Divas Blog Hop!

If you came from Latisha's Blog, you are in the right place.

If you have jumped here and just discovered our Blog Hop, feel free to check the list at the Damask Divas Blog to find the complete list of Blog Hop participants. 

We're featuring the Huntington Paper Collection this month. 

I love the autumn colors in it! And I had so many ideas for this Blog Hop: scrapbook layouts, cards, place cards, candle ring...you name it! But then, I decided to use this new Kraft Pocket Album from CTMH.

My family usually goes to an Apple Orchard every year. So, I thought I would slide the pictures in the pockets, and maybe some small ones outside the pockets plus some journaling and embellishments...just like what you would do with My Crush™ Books (an upcoming project).

For the Pocket Album, I actually used the "leftovers" from my Huntington WOTG Scrapbooking Kit. I completed the two 2-page layouts, and I was still left with lots of paper for future projects...

After I decided where I wanted the pieces of paper, I simply used Mod Podge® to adhere them on the cover. Then, I used my Cricut and the Art Philosophy cartridge to cut some embellishments (flourish and flowers) and added them to the cover. I also added the Bronze Shimmer Trim on the spine.

detail of the cover:

I'm still working on the inside...but here's a peek:

stamp: The Best Things (C1503)

Your next stop is Tracey's Blog...hope you enjoy our Blog Hop! 

And don't forget to check the monthly specials HERE.

Thanks for stopping by!

Lilian

Poster Tidings Card

It's so cold lately that I'd better post my fall cards before the snow comes! =)

This card uses a retired set from CTMH (Poster Tidings). I added leaf borders (Martha Stewart/EK Success) on both sides and adhered on my patterned card with foam tape.

Have a nice day!
Lilian 

November Classes/Workshops

These are the upcoming classes at Vernon Hills Hobby Lobby!

If you live in the area and are interested in joining, contact me.

Notes for November Classes/Workshops: 

1. You'll have to sign-up and purchase the class twelve (12) days before the class.

2. To sign-up and pay for Classes:

OPTION A. Pay here, from my blog (I use PayPal). The "BUY NOW" buttons are on the right side of my blog.

(If you're not from the area, the supplies can be delivered to your home. You can complete the projects with some extra supplies.)

OPTION B. e-mail me at theLeafStudio@gmail.com
I accept credit cards through Square.

3. Some extra supplies are needed to complete Workshops' projects at home: ink pads, acrylic blocks, adhesive, etc.

But for the Classes, you don't have to purchase them, if you don't want to! You can use mine!

Otherwise, you can go to: http://lilian.ctmh.com to shop for extra supplies.

4. If you have any questions, e-mail me at: theLeafStudio@gmail.com 

Polar Pals Card Class

When: Tuesday November 19th (and November 26th)

Time: 4:30-6pm

RSVP by: November 7th (and November 14th)

Class fee: $22

We'll be making 12 cards using the new My Originals® Polar Pals Card Kit.

Kit includes:
12 – 4" × 4" Tri-fold Cards (3 each of 4 designs)
1 – 12" × 6" Sheet of Adhesive-backed Stickers
12 – Shaker Bubbles
12 – Adhesive Springs
12 – Colored Envelopes

Frosted Card Class

When: Wednesday November 20th (and Tuesday, December 3rd)

Time: 4:30-6:30pm

RSVP by: November 8th (and November 21st)

Class fee: $29

We'll be making 15 cards (5 of each design) using the new WOTG (Workshop on the Go®) Frosted Cardmaking Kit.

Included in the kit: 
1 – My Acrylix® Frosted Cardmaking Workshop Stamp Set (D-size) 
2 – Frosted B&T Duos® Papers 
5 – Cardstock Sheets (2 Colonial White, 1 Kraft, 1 Olive, 1 Ruby) 
15 – Colonial White Cards & Envelopes 
1 – Champagne, Colonial White, & Silver Baker's Twine (10 yards) 
1 – Silver Glitter Gems (108) 
1 – Instructional Brochure

You Make Me Smile Card

Wow...I was busy last weekend!!!

Apple Orchard on Saturday...Oktoberfest on Sunday...had to take a few days "off" here! =)

But I'm back with a card for a challenge (or two...or three):

So, here it is...I'm still in fall colors mode...

I "cuttlebugged" a panel with a Spellbinders embossing folder, inked it in orange (direct-to-paper technique) and adhered it on my card base. 

I stamped my sentiment (CTMH - Cricut®Artiste Collection) in red and orange, cut it out and adhered it with foam tape on card.

Then, I added the sequins! Are you tired of sequins yet? I'm NOT! =) 

I'm also entering this card at Casology (Week 65: Crisp):

...and at Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge (Use a Rubber or a Clear Stamp)...since I used one clear stamp!

Thanks for stopping by!

Lilian