SOUS Easter Layout

Today, I am enjoying the sunshine as I sit here in my craft room. I even played silly hide-and-go-seek games with my daughter.

I'm really proud of my latest scrapbook layout. One of my close friends finally took the leap to log into Cricut Craft Room, and she inspired me to give it a try. After more than 2 hours trying to get my computer to recognize the cricut and finally to update firmware, etc., I began to have my doubts if it was really worth it. BUT, now that all those things have been accomplished, I love the ease of using CCR. I can even create 12" grass! Amazing....And, I even bought a digital cricut cartridge download (Doodlecharms) so I could cut the Easter basket. 

Recipe:
Paper: Brushed, Juniper CS, Hollyhock CS, White Daisy CS, Black CS, Kraft CS (CTMH)
Stamps: A Hop (retired), Keyboard Uppercase Alphabet, Brushed WOTG (CTMH)
Inks: Pear, Hollyhock, Buttercup (retired), Pixie, Desert Sand, Black, Juniper (CTMH)
Tools: Cricut Artiste, Cricut Doodlecharms, Micro-Tip Scissors, Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Sponges (CTMH)
Other: Lagoon Heart Washi, Topiary Chevron Ribbon, Glue Dots, Foam Tape (CTMH)

At one point, as Izzy was participating in her 2nd Easter Egg Hunt (she did three of them last year), she yelled "Chocolate. I need chocolate! Chocolate I tell ya!"

I am entering this layout into the following challenges:
1) Stuck On U Sketches: In The Garden Challenge
2) Heart 2 Heart Challenges: How Cute Challenge

I can't wait for this Easter. Izzy wants to take back her record of finding her Easter basket first. I wonder who will succeed?

Casandra

Baby's First Easter Layout

Good morning. I am back today with an Easter layout I made for a baby album.

I used retired Balloon Ride paper and even chose the template that was used in the Spring/Summer 2014 Idea Book with the workshop on the go. I made some modifications to mine. I was looking to add color, but I think this layout really won't pop until the photos are attached to it. It is way prettier in person. 

Recipe:
Paper: Balloon Ride (retired), Cashmere CS, Colonial White CS, Juniper CS, Crystal Blue CS (CTMH)
Stamps: Friendship Alphabet-Small (retired), A Hop (retired) (CTMH)
Inks: Crystal Blue, Sorbet, Chocolate, Desert Sand, Buttercup (retired), Garden Green (retired) (CTMH)
Tools: 2" Scallop Circle Punch (retired), Micro-Tip Scissors, Paper-Piercer, Stitch Guide Ruler (CTMH)
Other: Chocolate Embroidery Floss (retired), Cork Alphabet (retired), Balloon Ride PML Card (CTMH)

Just one more layout to share with you and I saved the best for last, so stay tuned for tomorrow's birthday layout. It was all "monkey business". :)

Casandra

Magic Beans Layout

Yesterday, after my kids got home from school, they settled in for a snack at the counter. While snacking on some of their leftover Easter candy, they thought up a "magical idea" to plant the rest of their jelly beans in the ground. Izzy wants to grow a "bean tree".

I quickly ran to get my camera as the kids gathered up a couple of shovels and a watering can. I had already pinned the perfect sketch earlier in the day from Let's Get Sketchy. This is probably the fastest turn around time I've ever had with a layout. Love it! Sometimes, you just have to be in the moment and capture it quickly. A couple of cute kids and some magic jelly beans comes just in time for the Heart2Heart Magical May Challenge, too!

Recipe:
Paper: Hooligans (retired), Lagoon CS, White Daisy CS, Pear CS (CTMH)
Stamps: Field Trip Alphabet (retired), Keyboard Uppercase Alphabet, Grown With Love (retired), A Hop (retired), Lifting Spirits, It's Your Day (retired), True To Life (CTMH), Sugar, Sugar (The Cat's Pajamas)
Inks: Black (VersaFine), Gypsy, Pear, Lagoon, Chocolate (CTMH)
Tools: Micro-Tip Scissors, Liquid Glass, Glue Pen, Watercolor Pencils, Sweet Leaf Alcohol Marker, Crystal Blue Alcohol Marker (CTMH)

I looked through my stamp collection and the closest image I could find that resembled a jelly bean shape was actually the bunny nose from a stamp set I won a couple of years ago. I added some liquid glass to give them a jelly bean shine. What do you think?

I love this layout. It is so happy and cheerful and makes me smile. Hope you have a fantastic week!

Casandra

Miracle Easter Layout

Happy Sunday to you! I am so happy to have a day with my family, and perhaps a little crafting time, too! 

This is the next layout I created for a baby album. I love the pop of chocolate next to the blues and greens of this fun layout. 

Recipe:
Paper: Miracle, Colonial White CS, Chocolate CS (CTMH); Stamps: Splendid Day, Springtime, A Hop (CTMH); Inks: Chocolate, Sweet Leaf, Crystal Blue, Buttercup (CTMH); Tools: Micro-Tip Scissors (CTMH), Picket Fence Border Punch (MS); Other: Make It From Your Heart Volume I How-To Book (CTMH)

Casandra

Dotty For You Blog Hop

Welcome to our Dotty For You Blog Hop! Today, we are featuring artwork created with the Dotty For You paper collection.

If you have come here from {Gina's Blog}, you are on the right path!

Since we just had Easter, and I had yet to decide what papers to use for my son's Easter layout, Dotty For You seemed like the perfect choice. 

I used some of my favorite stamp sets for this layout, though they are retired.

Now "Hop" on over to {Helen's Blog} to see her beautiful artwork. Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to place your order.

Products Used:

Easter Layout

Dotty For You Paper
Colonial White Cardstock

Grown With Love Stamp Set (Retired)
A Hop Stamp Set (Retired)
Posterboard Alphabet

Sunset, Smoothie, Sweet Leaf, Creme Brulee & Chocolate Inks

Creme Brulee Ribbon (Retired)

Magic How-To-Program

Don't miss out on your chance to own this fun Dotty For You collection.

Thanks for stopping by!

Casandra

In case you lose your way, here is a complete list of participating blogs:

Helen Onulak            http://www.hookedonstamping.com/ 

Kathleen Androlewicz http://bowlofstamps.blogspot.com/ 
Dawn Ross         http://iamahappystamper.blogspot.com/ 
Haley Dyer         http://inkyscrapper.blogspot.com/ 
Wendy Kessler         http://www.myscrapbookingblog.com/ 
Elizabeth Mindemann http://www.ejoym.blogspot.com/
Shirley Ross         http://www.momnmescrap.blogspot.com/
Sheila Bennett         http://sheila-bennett.blogspot.com/ 
Dawn Heuft         http://www.stamptildawn.blogspot.com/ 
Traci Pasqualone http://scrapitraci.blogspot.com/ 
Wendy Coffman         http://www.stampingrules.com/ 
Carol Loftus         http://www.CarolLoftus.blogspot.com/ 
Rachel Ventura         http://www.happyscrappinsquad.com/ 
Tamytha Jenkins         http://www.paperheartist.com/
Jody Gustafson         http://cre8nmemories.blogspot.com/ 
Kim Schnoor         http://www.creativehands-hearts.blogspot.com/ 
Vicki Price         http://priceofpaper.blogspot.com/ 
Adeline Brill         http://www.adeline-brill.blogspot.com/ 
Amy McVey         http://www.clearlystamping.blogspot.com/ 
Julia Hammond         http://youcancreatectmh.blogspot.com/ 
Krista Hershberger http://kristascraftycorner.blogspot.com/ 
Susan Brooks         http://stampingintheopen.blogspot.com/ 
Judy Faye Garner http://judyfaye.blogspot.com/ 
Lori Miller         http://clearlyfromtheheart.blogspot.com/ 
Michelle Loncar         http://www.michelleloncar.blogspot.com/ 
Karen Fullam         http://www.enrichingmemories.com/ 
Sheri Ballantyne http://sherisays-justscrapit.blogspot.ca/ 
Michelle Johns         http://www.myflightsoffancy.com/blog 
Misty Jackson         http://misstscraps.blogspot.com/
Judy Burger         http://makingtimeformemories.blogspot.com/ 
Katy Donaldson Taylor http://www.scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/ 
Kristine Ponte         http://www.kponte.blogspot.com/
Heather Schmuckal http://www.heatherjanedesign.blogspot.com/
Allisa Chilton         http://www.rockymtnpapercrafts.blogspot.com/ 
Jen Rubio         http://jenrubio.blogspot.com/ 
Jamia Bankhead         http://papermadnessinc.blogspot.com/
Gina Brandstetter http://gmbscrapper.blogspot.com/ 

Casandra Bennett        http://casandra-scrappinbliss.blogspot.com/

Spring/Summer 2012 New Product Blog Hop

Welcome to our New Product Blog Hop! Today, we are featuring new products from the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book. Wait until you see all the pretties we have in store for you!

Please Note: I did mix in some retiring stamp sets with some of my creations. So if you see a stamp set featured that you want, you only have until January 31st to order it. Don't let them get away!

 
If you have come here from {Wendy's Blog}, you are on the right path!

Today, I have 13 cards to share with you.

Now "Hop" on over to {Jean's Blog} to see her beautiful artwork. New products and idea book will go live on February 1st! I'm so excited! Contact your CTMH Consultant (or click here) to place your order.

Products Used:

A Note For You Card

Stella L2 Paper

Just For You Stamp Set

Antique Copper Brads

Lagoon, Olive and Sunset Inks

Colonial White Brad

Neutral Embroidery Floss

Baker's Twine - Paradise Asst.

Wishes How-To-Program

Zoology Cards

Stella L2 Paper

Zoology Stamp Set

Tulip, Juniper, Creme Brulee & Chocolate Inks

Baker's Twine - Paradise Asst.

Neutral Embroidery Floss

Clear Sparkles

Wishes How-To-Program

Zoology Thinking of You & Birthday Card

Stella L2 Paper

Sweet Leaf Cardstock

Zoology Stamp Set

Love Life Stamp Set

Party Pennants Stamp Set

Everyday Celebration Stamp Set (Retired)

Sunset, Lagoon, Olive, Creme Brulee, Tulip & Juniper Inks

Baker's Twine - Paradise Asst.

Colonial White Ric-Rac Ribbon (Retiring 1/31/12)

Wishes How-To-Program

Stella & Lucy "Amazing" Note Cards
Stella L2 Paper
Lucy L2 Paper
Kraft Cardstock
Unity Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
Just For You Stamp Set
Baker's Twine - Paradise Asst.
Blue & Green Sparkles
Green Button
Neutral Embroidery Floss
Lagoon, Chocolate, Tulip, Sunset, & Pear Inks
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Scallop Border Punch
Wishes & Originals How-To-Programs

Pemberley Sympathy Mini-Cards
Pemberley L2 Paper
Heavenly Blue Cardstock
TLC Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
Outdoor Denim & Heavenly Blue Inks
Blue & Green Sparkles
White Daisy Crochet Flower (Retired)
Neutral Embroidery Floss
Wishes How-To-Program

Pemberley Collage Sympathy Card
Pemberley L2 Paper
TLC Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
Outdoor Denim Ink
White Daisy Brad Asst. (Retired)
Neutral Embroidery Floss
Wishes How-To-Program

Pemberley Bow Sympathy Card
Pemberley L2 Paper
Heavenly Blue Cardstock
Heartfelt Treasures Stamp Set
TLC Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
Outdoor Denim & Desert Sand Inks
Creme Brulee Ribbon (Retired)
Cuttlebug Embossing Folder
Scallop Border Punch
Corner Rounder Punch
Sketch found on Pinterest

Pemberley Easter Card
Pemberley L2 Paper
Heavenly Blue Cardstock
A Hop Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
TLC Stamp Set (Retiring 1/31/12)
Chocolate, Crystal Blue, Sweet Leaf & Garden Green Inks
Green Button
Baker's Twine - Neutral Asst.
Neutral Embroidery Floss
Blue Stitch Ribbon
Sketch found on Pinterest

I love our new products, and I know you will, too! My personal favorites are the Stella paper pack, Pemberley paper pack, baker's twine, fun new embellishments, and of course the stamp sets! Trust me, you will love this new book!

Have a wonderful day!

Casandra

Bliss Swap Spoiler

Good morning, Saturday!

Last night, I completed one layout from start to finish for my Bliss April scrapbook swap. I have 6 more layouts to assemble, but precuts are finished so it should go together pretty quickly now.

I thought I would share this layout with you (below).

I used the following products to create this layout:

Bliss Level 2 Paper Packet
Miracle Level 2 Paper Packet
Chocolate, Colonial White, Sweet Leaf, Vanilla Cream, and White Daisy Cardstock
A Hop Stamp Set
Splendid Day Stamp Set
Around the Block Stamp Set
Antique Copper Brads
Chocolate Watercolor Pencil
Chocolate, Garden Green, Buttercup, Sweet Leaf, and Crystal Blue ink pads
Scallop and Picket Fence Border Punches
Magic How-To-Program: Secret template

This is the first time that I've used that Around the Block stamp set. I'm glad I decided to keep it. :)

Casandra