Creativity with Trees & Things Stamp Set

My Acrylix® Trees & Things is the perfect stamp set for showing off lots of neat techniques, including rock 'n' roll, second generation, masking, and more! In this short video, we take these stamping methods to the next level of creativity on cards, a scrapbook page, and even a journal. Easy and fun for all your stamping-crazy projects and just so simple for those just learning!


Contact me to get this easy to use stamp set or see my website for shopping 24/7!

May Stamp of the Month

Want to join an exclusive club? Every month Close To My Heart offers you an exclusive My Acrylix® D-size stamp set FREE or at a large discount. The stamp set is available to qualifying customers for that month only. It’s our way of saying thank you, and your way of getting fantastic deals on our amazing stamps!

May's Stamp of the Month is:

Cherish the Moment (Set of 8)

Recommended Blocks:

2 1/2" × 2 1/2" (Y1004), 2" × 3 1/2" (Y1009)

Here’s how to get a fabulous deal

on your very own Stamp of the Month!

When you spend: $25.00, get it for 25% off!

You pay only: $17.21 (D1421A)

When you spend: $50.00, get it for 50% off!

You pay only: $11.48 (D1421B)

When you spend: $75.00, get if for 75% off!

You pay only: $5.74 (D1421C)

When you spend: $100.00,

get if FREE! (D1421D)

Contact me or visit my website to get one of your own! http://jillk.myctmh.com/

April Flowers! The Prettiest Little Stamp of the Month Ever!

I am so excited to finally share this cute My Acrylix stamp set with you! It is called Flower Pot and is a limited edition Stamp of the Month, available April 1-30 only.

If you are attending ScrapHappy Saturday on Saturday, April 17, please consider taking a little bit out of your cropping time to join me for a card class and/or scrapbook class. Details for both to be revealed soon, but as a little tease, one of the cards pictured above will be part of the card class, so you will get the chance to use my stamps from this cute collection! I have just a few spots left, so if you are planning to attend and haven't registered, please let me know as soon as possible. Deadline to register is Saturday, April 3.

Great news! The new summer idea book and catalog has been released to consultants and I am happy to report that you will want to get your hands on this idea book! One line of paper is especially exciting and I can give you just a little hint....M-I-C...HiHo...When You Wish...got any idea of what I am hinting at? Join me at ScrapHappy Saturday for a special peek!

Like the cards pictured above and want to make your own? Here's what you need:

My Acrylix Flower Pot stamp set
My Reflections Veranda Level 2 kit (X7119B)
and/or Creative Basics Veranda Collection (X5809)
Creme Brulee Designer Ribbon Rounds ((Z1131)
Clear Sparkles (Z1104)
Exclusive Inks markers in Desert Sand (Z2318), Hollyhock (Z2128), Creme Brulee (Z2167), and Juniper (Z2165)
Exclusive Inks stamp pad in Cocoa (Z2114)
Corner rounder (Z578) or scalloped scissors

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Don't "Bee" Late, Register Early for ScrapHappy Saturday!

Great news! As a special gift to the first 15 of you who register and pay for ScrapHappy Saturday, you will receive this precious little stamp set, Bee Mine. Perfect for spring! Thanks to those of you who have already registered, I have your stamp sets set aside. Don't delay, I only have a few spots left for this special offer! Just contact me at JillLKaale@aol.com or by phone: 281-309-1968, to register and receive your Bee Mine stamp set. This My Acrylix stamp set is really cute when used with the Veranda paper line. If you plan on registering early and receiving one of these petite "perks", here are the recipes for the two cards pictured.

4 & 3/4" x 3" Bee Mine Card

* My Acrylix Bee Mine Stamp Set

* Veranda Level 2 paper pack

* Cocoa Ink Pad

* Creme Brulee Ink Pad

* Garden Green Ink Pad

* Natural Hemp

* Clear Craft Buttons

* Brads Essential Assortment

* Just Blooms Summer Posies Paper Flowers

3" x 3" Bee Yourself Card

* My Acrylix Bee Mine Stamp Set

* Veranda Level 2 paper pack

* Creme Brulee Cardstock

* Creme Brulee Ink Pad

* Cocoa Ink Pad

* Natural Hemp

* Brads Essential Assortment

Two Gifts in One: It's a GIFT CARD holder!

I love these cute gift card holders! I decided I had to make some to show you guys! They are so easy! I made several to have on hand for those last minute gift card needs!

Note: if you are planning on attending the ScrapHappy Saturday on April 17, these little gift card holders will be included in the breakout card class.

Here are the directions:

Cutting Dimensions:

Card Base - 4" x 11"

Top Stripe - 1 1/2" x 4"

Bottom Stripe - 1" x 4"

Middle B&T Paper - 2 1/4" x 4"

Cut appropriate size paper for your focal, stamped image.

Cut a mat 1/2" larger to frame stamped image.

Instructions:

1. Cut a base piece of cardstock 4" x 11".

2. Score at 4" and 8 1/4".

3. On the smallest flap (inside the folded card), use a circle punch to cut a semi-circle. Use a coordinating brad to close each edge and form a pocket.

4. Cut a piece of striped paper for the top of the card. Trim to 1 1/2" by 4". Use scalloped scissors to create an interesting edge. Adhere to the top but leave a little of the card showing (about 1/8").

5. Cut a piece of striped paper to 1" x 4" for the bottom. Glue down the bottom stripe at the bottom of the card.

6. Cut a piece of coordinating B&T (background and texture) paper to 2 1/2" x 4" and glue in between the top and bottom stripes.

7. Stamp main image. Trim.

8. Color image using markers, watercolor pencils, or chalks.

9. Decorate with Liquid Glass and Bitty Sparkles.

10. Adhere colored image to the mat that has been cut 1/2" larger on all sides.

11. Glue to the front of the card.

12. Stamp greeting.

13. Place a gift card inside and give away! It is two gifts in one!

Supplies I Used:

My Reflections Life Delights Level 1 kit

My Reflections Daydream Level 1 kit

My Acrylix Piece of Cake Stamp Set

Sweet Leaf, Blush, Lilac Mist, Black, and Chocolate Exclusive Inks Stamp Pads

Sweet Leaf, Blush, Lilac Mist, Chocolate and Buttercup Exclusive Inks Markers

Chocolate, Blush, and White Daisy Brads

Liquid Glass

Bitty Sparkles
Tombo Adhesive

Thanks to Tina Sutton for sharing such a great idea!