Crafty Club Night - Roxie Card Box and Cards

 I think you will LOVE this gorgeous card box and cards created by my friend Lynette Kankamp.  She is AMAZING in so many ways. She presented this class at the team retreat I attended last October and I knew my customers would just LOVE IT!  These cards are just over the top gorgeous. To attend the class you need to order your kit (see shopping list below) by Thursday, December 29th. The class will be Thursday, January 5th at 7:00 pm. I am ordering your kits this month because the stamp set used is the December stamp of the month "Mad About You." Also be sure to check out the add on options. I did use the pearl opaques and clear sparkles on my cards. You may have some already and will want to bring them. If you don't be sure to add them to your order. Also, as announced on Monday there is an AMAZING deal going on. When you place a $25 order you can take advantage of the Rock The Block promotion. You get the Rock The Block e-size stamp set and the My Creations Collage Cubes for just $15!!! Don't delay signing up for this class and miss out. I can't wait to see you on the 5th and to hear all about your holidays!

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Crafty Club Night - Typeset Cards

It is time again for another Crafty Club Night! This month we will be creating these 5 fun cards.  Most of the pieces and even the card bases are images found on the new Close To My Heart Cricut Cartridge! It makes these cards very fast and easy.  These cards also feature the new Typeset paper and the new corrugated Milepost Shapes.

The class will be on Thursday, September 22 at 7:00. The class cost is $12 which includes:
- Cardstock and B&T paper to create cards
- Milepost Shapes (48 corrugated chipboard shapes. $3.95 value)
- 12 Wooden Designer Buttons
- Black embroidery floss
- Use of my stamps and stamp pads
- I will provide the Create-a-shade pearl paint

Please bring your own adhesive and scissors.  I recommend for adhesive tombow and glue dots.

I will demonstrate how to use the Cricut Cartridge and will have your remaining pieces pre-cut! You must reserve your kit and seat at the class by Wednesday, September 14th 10:00 pm. Don't forget that if you place a minimum $25 order either when you register for the class or at the class you will receive a $5 discount off your class fee.

August Workhsop - Sonoma

  It is workshop time again!!! I am so excited for this month's class. I loved working with the new level 2 paper packets and accessories from the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book.  Don't forget you can get your hands on one of the new catalogs at my party on Saturday, August 6 at 10:00am sharp.  Read all the details here.
  With the new paper packet we are taking our "consume don't collect" to a whole new level.  I created all three 2-page layouts plus the 5 cards pictured here.

  What did I have left? Just these few scraps of cardstock. I can totally handle that!
  At the class you can choose to either create it all or some of the projects. If you love cards and want to make 2 sets of the cards then you can either create only 2 of the 3 layouts or bring some extra background and texture paper from your stash for the second set of cards. You will have enough card bases to make 10 cards.
  I have also included here the shopping list for your convenience.  I will be putting in the workshop order on the 5th so be sure to email or call me with your order by then.
  The classes are the third Tuesday and Thursday of the month so this month they will be on Tuesday the 16th and Thursday the 18th both starting at 6:30.

May Crafty Club Night - Birthday Banner

  This month we are celebrating my son Brock's birthday as well as MY BIRTHDAY!!! I might have mentioned that in a previous post. :)  You can't have a birthday without a BIRTHDAY BANNER!!! So just in time for these 2 somewhat equally important birthdays, we will be making a birthday banner at Crafty Club Night.  Your birthday banner kit includes:

• 1/2 of either the Fanfare level 2 paper packet or the Sophia level 2 paper packet (your choice)
• 2 - My Creations Banners
• Cranberry or White Daisy Grosgrain ribbon

You will need to bring:

• paper trimmer
• scoring blade
• scissors
• adhesive - I would recommend the Bonding Memories glue (item number 1512) for this project

I will provide:

• stamp sets
• ink pads
• tacky glue
• instructions

The class will be held on Thursday, May 26th at 7:00. The cost of the class is $25.  You can get $5 off your kit price with a $25 order. Plus don't forget about the other great May promotions including the "You and Me" National Scrapbooking month kit and the May stamp of the month "Chairs to You."  Please sign up for the class by Thursday, May 19th.

April Crafty Club Night - Spring Berry Topiary

  At this month's Crafty Club Night we will be making this fun berry topiary that is sure to add color to any room in your house.  This beautiful home decor project was inspired by my friend and fellow consultant, Trish Morton.
  Your kit includes a 5" foam ball, the dowel, paper to cover the dowel, the cardstock of your color choice to make your berries to cover the foam ball and peat moss.  You can also emboss a butterfly to finish off your berry topiary and pick from my collection of ribbon to tie a bow around your dowel.
  You will need to bring a hot glue gun and plenty of glue sticks, your own pot and foam base that fits in your pot to stick your finished topiary in. 
  The class will be on Wednesday, April 27th at 7:00. The class will be held at my home (121 W 100 S Millville).  The cost of the class is $10.00
  Please email, call or leave a comment on this post to sign up. You can pick from any of Close To My Heart's exclusive 60 color palette for your berries.  When you sign up for the class please tell me what color of cardstock you would like for your berries.  I used cranberry cardstock (red is my favorite color) but would also recommend Sorbet, Smoothie, Sunset, Vineyard Berry, Smokey Plum or Indian Corn Blue.  You can view all 60 colors here or on page 124 and 125 of the Spring/Summer idea book. Last day to sign up for this class is Thursday, April 21st.
  Don't forget that you can get $5 off your kit when you place a $25 order either when you sign up for the class or at the class.  I can't wait to see you there! Read all the details about crafty club night here.

Crafty Club Night: March Super Cards!

At Crafty Club Night we will be making 6 SUPER cards! (2 each of 3 designs)  Let me show you what I mean by SUPER cards. 

The first SUPER card is not only a card but a gift card holder. It is your sister's birthday and you want to give her a truly fabulous gift. Oh I know a Studio J membership! Talk to me about guying a 3 month or 12 month Studio J membership and then you can slip the gift card into this SUPER card and she will be amazed at your creativity and talent! She will be telling everyone that you are her favorite sister for months to come. She will even be more excited about the Studio J membership ;)  Really you can put any standard size gift card in the pocket.

The second SUPER card is not just a card but has a drawer too! This is a perfect little Easter card.  Write your cute little note inside the card and then fill the drawer with Easter treats. May I suggest those yummy Reese's Pieces pastel eggs. You could give this cute SUPER card to your kids, grandkids, neighbors, preschool class, friends, ect the list is endless!

Finally our last SUPER card is a cute little purse with a front pocket.  Write a quick little note on the card inside the pocket and then slip your gift into the main pocket of the purse. You could put jewelry, treats or a pair of socks to give you a few idea. (ok the socks are kind of random but you get the idea).  They say the wrapping is just as important as what is inside and with this SUPER card/purse you won't go wrong!

So where, when and for how much?  Just email or call me to reserve your spot for this SUPER card class on two different nights:  Wednesday, March 23rd at 6:30 or Thursday, March 23rd at 6:30. You will be making TWO of each SUPER card! That is right you will go home with 6 SUPER cards and the cutting templates so you can make more.  For the class I will have your pieces pre-cut for faster assembly.  The class is $10 or just $5 with a $25 Close To My Heart order. My scrapbook room can host a limited number of people so don't procrastinate signing up for this SUPER card class!

*I want to give credit where credit is due.  All three of these SUPER cards are not my original design but inspired and templates shared by fellow Close to My Heart consultants. Thank you specifically to Brenda Frerichs, Lisa Stenz and Deneen for sharing your creations and templates.

Crafty Club Night: February Card/Recipe/Photo Box

  It is time again for another Crafty Club Night project.  This month we will be making this adorable Card/Recipe/Photo box!  At the class we will decorate the outside of the box as shown and then make 6 divider cards.  I am using this box for cards so my dividers have the following labels: Thank You, Thinking of You, Birthday, Holidays, Nice Job and Merry Christmas.  You could also use this box for as a recipe box or to hold your photos.  You will just change the title and divider labels to fit your purpose. Better yet make 3- one for your cards, one for your recipes and one for your photos!!! The box fits 4x6 cards or photos. This project would also make an adorable wedding or birthday gift.  The possibilities are endless!
  This class is $12.00 which includes everything you need to complete the project (box, b&t paper, cardstock, buttons and the use of my stamps and inks).  Don't forget that with a $25 order you can save $5 off the class.
  Crafty Club Night is held on the 4th Wednesday of the month: February 23rd from 6:30-7:30 or from 8:00-9:00.  Please bring your adhesive, scissors, and paper trimmer. Space is limited so you must reserve your spot by Wednesday, February 16th. Call, email or leave a comment on the post to reserve your seat. (435.787.0125 iotamaker@gmail.com).  To read more about Crafty Club Night check out this post.

January Crafty Club Project

    Crafty Club Night is a fun new class I am offering each month!  This month at Crafty Club night we will be making these three elegant cards. The class will be on Wednesday, January 26th from 6:30 to 7:30.  Your pieces will be pre-cut to make assembly fast and easy. This class is $5.00 or FREE with a $25+ order. The class fee includes all the paper and accessories needed to create all 3 cards, 3 envelopes, the use of my stamp pads, stamp sets and embossing supplies. You will need to bring just your basic supplies including scissors, foam squares and adhesive (I recommend tombow, glue dots and bonding memory glue). You can read all the details about Crafty Club Night here.

inspired by the inspirations brochure

inspired by Karen Pedersen

inspired by the inspirations brochure

This class is FREE with a $25+ order! If you would like to go with that option let me direct your attention to the Inspirations Brochure. It is full of amazing deals that are only available this month! Do you just love the stamped images on these cards? They are all from the January stamp of the month Find Your Style! Getting this set FREE is even EASIER than ever before. This month, and this month only, if you purchase the Wings Workshop on the Go (see page 2-3 of the Inspirations brochure), and 4 other items from the Inspirations brochure, you get the Stamp of the Month FREE!

Call or email  me today to reserve your seat at Crafty Club Night and to place your 25+ order!

Monthly (no-commitment) Crafty Club Night

  Do you like to make fun projects at a great price or for FREE? Do you like to learn new techniques? Do you need a night away doing something you love with people who love it too? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, my Crafty Club Night  is for you!
  Starting in January, my Crafty Club Night will meet the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm at my house, however, you do not need to be local to be part of the club. My long distance members get their kits mailed to them and any orders they place will be drop shipped to them directly from the Close to my Heart office. The class will usually be just 1 hour.


Here is more information on the Crafty Club Night: You may join the club at any time and there is no commitment to stay in the club for any length of time or to place an order. There will be a small fee (depending on the project) for the supplies used for the projects we make which will range from cards to small gift items, to home decor, and more. Class Costs will range from $5.00 to $20.00 depending on the supplies needed for the project. So how do you get your kit for FREE?  When you reserve you spot in the class, if you also place a $25+ order you get $5 OFF the class fee.  So if the class is $10 and you place a $25+ order then you only pay $5 for the class.  If the class is $5 and you place a $25+ order then you get the class for FREE!! Long distance members pay an additional $5 to have their project kits mailed to them.

I will provide all the materials needed to create the projects. I will also be pre-cutting most of your pieces. You will need to bring just your basic supplies including scissors, paper trimmer, 3D Foam Tape and Adhesive (I recommend tombow, glue dots and bonding memories glue).

Contact me for more information, to sign up for  classes, or to order your own club kit(s).  Check my blog regularly for upcoming crafty club night projects, promotions, Studio J tips and for details about my workshop group.