Two Cute!

Just finished these two layouts in the past few days and couldn't wait to share!

YOU ROCK!



YOU ROCK and so do your layouts! So cool and funky, the YOU ROCK line of paper features bold colors and hip graphics. My workshop group completed this one Friday night and everyone was very pleased with the colors and layout. Like it? Get one of your own!

Here's what you need:

You Rock Workshop Kit (G1006) $29.95 (This kit includes My Acrylix stamp set "Just Be You", You Rock Level 2 paper packet, Mini-Medley Accents Outdoor Denim, and a guide.)
Top Coats Rockin' (Z1272) $4.95
Bitty Sparkles (Z1263) $2.95
Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad (Z2140) $5.25
Goldrush Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad (Z2123) $5.25


VERANDA



Like a nice spring breeze, this layout features cool spring colors that will refresh and delight! The addition of the metal accents gives a nice rustic look to this fresh design. The Veranda line is absolutely beautiful and the perfect colors for a Mother's Day layout! Joining us for ScrapHappy Saturday on April 17? This layout will be featured in my scrapbook breakout class that day for just $10! Like what you see, but can't make the crop? No worries, you can still make this at home!

Here's what you need:

Veranda Level 2 paper packet (X7119B) $12.95
My Acrlix Authentic Stamp Set (D1401) $22.95
Mini Medley Accents in Antique Copper (Z1275) $4.95
Brad Assortments in Metal (Z1217) $4.95
Just Blooms Paper Flowers (Z1266) $7.95
Cocoa Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad (Z2114) $5.25
Juniper Exclusive Inks Stamp Pad (Z2165) $5.25

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

Like what you see? Why not forward this on to your friends? Have a great day!

A Gift Idea That Will Make Her EXPLODE with Happiness!

Looking for a new and different idea for Mother's Day? Why not try this easy exploding box. When you lift the top off the box the sides "explode" or fall down to reveal 24 surfaces for pictures, notes, embellishments, and design while leaving enough room in the center to hold a small gift. This is a great way to present a gift, bag of candy, gift certificate or gift card instead of the standard card and envelope. And best of all, the box itself becomes part of the gift! Mothers and Grandmothers will explode when they receive this thoughtful gift!

MY RECIPE:
Daydream Level 2 kit (X7108B)
White Daisy Variety Pack (Z1300)
Blush and Lilac Mist Re-inkers (Z2206 & Z2233)
Blush Collection Ribbon (Z1138)
Bitty Sparkles (Z1263)
Bone Folder (Z1204)

Spring Blossom Brads (Z1213)

Hole Punch
Tombo Adhesive
Ruler

LID INSTRUCTIONS: Select a 12” x 12” B&T (background and texture) paper for your lid.

Find the center of the paper: the best way to do this, as all papers are not perfectly square, is to mark two diagonal lines from corner to corner.

Fold the corner points to the center point and crease with the bone folder. Fold the opposite sides to the center and crease with the bone folder. Unfold everything.

Cut along fold lines on opposite sides of the square. Do not cut into the center square, as this is the top of the box.

Refold the point of the triangular side to the center. Fold the tail over to match the diagonal and trim off the overhanging triangle. Fold the flap you have just created under the point piece. Repeat on the other three triangular sides.

Fold up the box top and wrap the points you’ve created around the outside. Line them up and punch holes through the entire thickness about half an inch from the points. Use double sided tape to hold the points in the center of the box lid. Use the brads to hold the sides together.

BOX CONSTRUCTION: Select three pieces of 12” X 12” cardstock or paper for the box.

Select a piece of 12” x 12” cardstock for the outside layer. Measure four inches in from each corner on all sides and then using the ruler draw lines creating a 4” square in each corner. Cut these squares out, you will end up with a cross. Fold each side of the cross using the bone folder to make your crease crisp. Now you have four sides, your top should fit right over them and hold them up.

Select a piece of 12” x 12” cardstock or paper for the second layer. Trim ½” off on two sides to make it 11 ½” x 11 ½” and follow the same instructions as above.

Select a piece of 12’ x 12” cardstock or paper for the third layer. Trim to 11” x 11” and follow the same instructions as above.

Use Tombo adhesive in the center square to hold the nested layers together.

Add pictures and/or journaling to each layer, front and back. Embellish each page and the top as desired.

Drop in a little gift and give to someone you love!

It's a Happy Day!

How cute is this little card? I used the March Stamp of the Month: A Little Everything for the sentiment. It is so great for EVERY occasion! This stamp set is available exclusively this month only, March 1-31, 2010. Contact me to order the stamp or to learn how to get it FREE!

I made this card especially for my mom, who had surgery a few weeks ago after breaking her shoulder in Mexico! Yikes! Fortunately, the surgery was done in the states, Tampa, to be exact. The arm/shoulder was broken in three places and she ended up with several pins and a plate in her arm as a result of the surgery. I have been sending her a handmade card here and there to lift her spirits as she recovers. I remember once when someone sent me a handmade card, I was so touched. I just imagined the time and effort she spent (Rachel Keehn!) and I still have the card! I hope this little card lifts my mom's spirits and lets her know we are thinking of her all the way over here in Texas.

If you are planning on attending ScrapHappy Saturday, this card will probably be one of several I feature in the card class. The card class will be offered for a minimal price, probably $5 and we will make 6 cards or so. If you are interested, let me know!

Also, wanted to point out the custom stamp (from CTMH) that says "Handmade with Love, by Jill Kaale" that I stamp on the reverse of every card I make. These custom stamps are great! You can have one made with any name or sentiment you like, you can select the font and a graphic as well! This one was just $12.95 and I will use it forever. And, the best deal is that a 1" x 3-1/2" acrylic block is included in the price! Makes a great gift! See page 87 of the current catalog for more details or visit my website to order one of your own! http://jillk.myctmh.com/

The Things They Say

OK, this is not really a crafty, creative entry...which I promised myself I wouldn't do...I plan this blog to be purely crafty, scrappy, etc...but Ella Rose said the funniest thing tonight and I had to share.

We were watching "Glee" after American Idol. (I know she is barely 7 years old, just 6 still, but this girl LOVES to dance and sing, and she loves herself some GLEE!) If you are a fan, you will know that "Glee" is only playing repeat episodes now, (returns April 13) but Ella Rose and I can never get enough. So, we are re-watching last Fall's season finale...you might remember the Glee kids go to sectionals, Emma (Irma?) is supposed to marry Ken Tanaka, Mr. Shue leaves his wife, the bad girls steal their songs...remember?

Anyway, the last scene features the Glee kids singing to Mr. Shue the now classic Kelly Clarkson power ballad "My Life Would Suck Without You" and we see Mr. Shue running through the school hallway to find Emma (Ms. Pillsbury). So, we are watching, snuggled up in the chair...Ella Rose and I are enthralled, nay, mesmerized, as Rachel and Finn are singing to each other....get ready...Ella Rose, oh so eloquent and yet casual, says..."Bad word, GREAT song". How cute is that?

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!