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For the last several years, I have created THREE scrapbooked calendars for family and myself.  I used to do this the traditional scrapbook way, but now I do it the Studio J way! First, I get these awesome 12x12 calendars from CTMH : I stamp the name of the Month, then write in all the dates and finish it by adding some stamping that coordinates with the calendar page :)  I have tried stamping the dates (takes FOOOREVER!!!), I've tried number/date stickers (too time consuming to get those dang things straight)--- so now I just write them in.  Here's what that looks like (from 2011): Now for the Scrapbooked part..... I use STUDIO J !!!!!  Why???  It allows me to create a layout ONCE, then print as many as I want!  I could make 20 calendars (but I won't, haha).  Studio J makes 2-page layouts--- well, sure, it does.  Here's what I do:  1)  Use the same photos on both pages (3 on one page, 3 on the other page) and use them on 2 di...

Welcome to the Roxybonds Scrappers Team Blog Hop!   We will be featuring artwork from the Pear & Partridge paper Pack If you have come here from Catherine's blog then you are on the right path.  Your next stop will be Sharondalyn's Blog (This blog hop will be completely live by midnight tonight!!) The Pear & Partridge paper Pack is one of our most "manly" paper packs in the Idea Book. It also has a western flair to it.  I think my favorite way to use it is in a patriotic theme!  Today I have created another My Creations Star with the Pear & Partridge paper Pack .  I'm telling you, these stars are super easy to make! To make this star, first I sponged New England Ivy ink along the edges of the star.  Then I used the Star Pattern from CTMH ( click here for pattern ) and cut out my paper.  I used Bonding Memories glue to adhere the papers on.  Finally, I cut a several pointsetta flowers in sizes ranging from ...

Welcome to the Close To My Heart Stamp of the Month Blog Hop for December 2012 featuring Year Round Cheer Year Round Cheer features 12 images to celebrate each month of the year! If you have come here from Susan's blog y ou are on the right path. This is the final Stamp of the Month blog hop of the year...... Don't be too sad though, I'll be continuing on for 2013 :)  Today I have used the last stamp of this set "Tis the Season" on one of my gift boxes!  I used Artiste to cut the gable gift box with Pear & Partridge papers, and added a stamped ornament to dress it up!  You can see the other images I used on the two other boxes as well! This "Give Thanks" card was scraplifted from pinterest- isn't it awesome!  I used the It's Your Day set for the stamped chevron pattern and some of the colonial white rosette ribbon.  I added some liquid pearl on the pie for a whipped cream accent ;)   The Dec...

Have you started to create your Christmas cards this season??  I wanted to share some of the cards that I've created for my last couple card classes! Have yourself a merry little Christmas:  Pear & Partridge Cardmaking Kit, Kraft Cardstock, Artiste , Sparkles, Cranberry ribbon Circles:  (Design by Dawn M)  Pear & Partridge papers , Perfect Fit- Holidays Swing Card: Artiste ,  Pear & Partridge Papers , Very Merry Christmas, Silver Shimmer Trim Happy Holidays 3 Step Stamping card- Merry & Bright Stamps , Ruby & White Daisy cardstock Scalloped Circle Gift card holder:  Art Philosophy, Artiste, Very Merry Christmas, Believe Papers Santa Card:  Believe Stamps, Damask stamps, Retired papers, Red Glitz Christmas Filled with Love:  Pear & Partridge papers , Burlap Ribbon, Christmas Love stamps , Red Glitz GIVEAWAY!!!!!!!!! I am giving away this CHRISTMAS LOVE stamp set...

It's time for another giveaway!!!!!! With the holidays quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to get a jump start on your holiday crafting!  If you're anything like me, you not only make and send out cards, but you create gifts for your friends and family too!  I have already started :) Have you?? This month I'm giving away a Pear & Partridge Cardmaking Kit!  With this kit you will have everything you need (except ink and blocks) to create 15 beautiful hand made Christmas cards!  Included in this kit: My Acrylix ® Pear & Partridge Cardmaking Workshop (C-size) Pear & Partridge B&T Duos ® Papers (2 sheets) Cardstock (4 sheets, various) Colonial White Cards & Envelopes (15 each) Red Glitter Gems (108 gems) Tan Twill Ribbon (5 yards) Instructional Guide ($1.00) What a deal!!!!!! Enter below for your chance to win!!! RULES:  One entry per person.  Giveaway will close on Octob...

 Welcome to the Close To My Heart Stamp of the Month Blog Hop for October 2012 featuring Very Merry Christmas I just love this SOTM set!  Very Merry Christmas is a set of 11 stamps.  How cute is this set!?  If you have come here from Angela's Blog y ou are on the right path. Today I have created a Swing Card using Artiste, Pear & Partridge papers and the October SOTM- Very Merry Christmas.  These cards are super easy to make, and the bracket shape that swings, can be found on Art Philosophy.  I added a strip of paper to the top and bottom of the card and some of our Silver Shimmer Trim to bling it up a little.   *Sorry for the grainy iPhone photos- my camera is dead.  I'll update the photos when I can :) The October Stamp of the Month is available October 1-31.  With any $50 purchase, this set is yours for $5.  Head over to my website to start shopping :  http://roxybonds.ctmh....