Dec. 2020 Cards With Tracy

Wishing You a Cozy Holiday Card  5" x 6 1/2"

Stamps: You Warm My Heart S2011,  The Jubilee Crew C1879,  Holiday Trimmings C1810

Paper:  Comfort & Joy, Black, White Daisy

Ink: Evergreen, Candy Apple, Black, Almond, Chocolate

Embellishments:  Bitty Sparkles

Tools:  3D Foam, Tweezers

Merry Christmas Glitter Tree Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Stamps:  Oh, What Fun Cardmaking C1746

Paper:  Sparkle & Shine, White Daisy, Ruby

Ink: Black, Glacier, Ruby

Embellishments: Green, Gold, & Brown Glitter Papers

Tools:  SU Star Punch

Paper Cuts:  Tree--For tree, cut 1 3/4",  1 1/2", and 1 1/4" squares;  cut in half diagonally

'Tis the Season Snowflake Card   4 1/4" x 5 1/2"

Stamp:  Elegant Snowflakes D1981,  Christmas Cardinal C1871,  Frosted D1562

Paper:  Slate, White Daisy

Ink:  Sapphire, Black, Glacier, Twilight, VersaMark, Distress Oxide Stamp Pads    

Embellishments:  White Embossing Powder, Bitty Sparkles, Bling Button, White Twine, Striped Grosgrain Ribbon

Tools:  Mini Ink Blending Tools, Craft Heater, 3D Foam, Tweezers, Glue Dots

Merry Christmas Wreath Card  4 1/4" x 5 1/2" 

Stamps: Serenity Cardmaking C1878,  Merry Christmas M1184,  Reindeer Crossing S1912

Paper:  Serenity, Sapphire, White Daisy, Gold Foil Paper

Ink:  Sapphire, Toffee, Copic Marker B45 

Embellishments: Gold Embossing Powder, Blue Belle Glitter Gems

Tools: Serenity Cardmaking Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Craft Heater, Liquid Glass, 3D Foam, Heart Punches, Watercolor Pencil

Dec. 2020 Table Favors: Tea Light Boxes

 

Dec. 2020 Drawing Prizes: Yankee Candle Bag & Flat Gift Tin

 

December 2020 Stamp of the Month: Happiness Never Grows Old

 

     This beautiful Stamp of the Month is available for only $5 with a $50 order during the month of December.  Or, buy it outright for $18.95.  Order number S2012.  And here come some cards I made with this stamp set to get your creative juices flowing:

Nov. 2020 Cards With Tracy

 

Happy Thanksgiving Card

Stamp:  Happy Thanksgiving M1149,  Blessed Beyond Measure S1609

Paper:  Pomegranate, Fern, Colonial White

Ink:  Fern, Black     

Embellishments:  Gold Pearls, Red Shimmer Brush

Tools:  Olive Branches Background Thin Cuts, Stitched Ovals Thin Cuts, Basic Ovals Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Tweezers,

Bonding Memories Glue Pen

Thankful For You Card

Stamps: With a Thankful Heart C1866,  Blessed Beyond Measure S1609,  Happy Thanksgiving M1149

Paper:  Bloom With Grace, Cinnamon, White Daisy

Ink:  Sundance,  Espresso, Tri-Blend Markers 

Embellishments: Wood Button, Burlap Ribbon, Liquid Glass

Tools: With a Thankful Heart Thin Cuts, Fancy Borders Thin Cuts, Stitched Scalloped Brackets Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Glue Dot

 Thank You Z-Fold Card

Stamps: Stitched Florals C1861,  Bunches of Joy CC61914

Paper:  White Daisy, Garden Green, Creme Brulee

Ink: Fern, Black

Embellishments:  Cats & Bats Dots, Holly Jolly Dots, Stargazer Dots

Tools:  Stitched Florals Thin Cuts, Scoreboard, Stylus, Big Shot, Tweezers

Card Base Paper Cuts: 4 1/4 x 11", score L @ 2 3/4 and 5 1/2; on left side measure and mark 2" down from top; cut diagonally from 2" mark to top of 5 1/2" score line; (for the green and white pieces, I did the same thing, but then trimmed each section to fit)

Humbled & Grateful Card

Stamps:  With a Thankful Heart C1866,  SU Beautiful Autumn 153450

Paper:  Bloom With Grace, Copper Ore, White Daisy

Ink: Espresso, Fern, Toffee, Cinnamon

Embellishments: White & Gold Ribbon, Clear Shimmer Brush

Tools:  3D Foam, Glue Dot, SU Autumn Punch Pack

Nov. 2020 Table Favors and Drawing Prizes

 

Nov. 2020 Stamp of the Month: You Warm My Heart

      This heart warming Stamp of the Month is available during the month of November.  Purchase it for $18.95, or get it for only $5 with a $50 purchase from my website.  This is item #S2011.  Here is a cute scrapbooking layout made with this stamp set.  Contract me if you'd like some card ideas, too.
 

October 2020 Cards With Tracy

 

Celebrating You Card

Stamp:  Floral Celebration S2008,  Birthday Greetings D1899

Paper:  Happiest Place, Lemon, White Daisy

Ink:  Black, VersaMark, Tri-Blend Markers, ShinHan Markers.     

Embellishments:  Black Embossing Powder, Bitty Sparkles (colored black)

Tools:  Tweezers, Craft Heater, 3D Foam, 1/4" Circle Punch

Just Beecause Card

Stamps: Country Bee Z3646,  Card Captions S1901,  Build-a-Plaid D1886,  Happy Everything D1653

Paper:  Saffron, Colonial White, Black

Ink:  Black, Almond, ShinHan Marker 

Embellishments: Clear Shimmer Brush

Tools: Country Bee Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Honeycomb Embossing Folder, Basic Circles Thin Cuts, Stitched Circles Thin Cuts, Cricut, AP Cart, 3D Foam, Sponge, Tweezers

Cricut Cuts:  Scalloped Circle--AP Cart p. 41, Circle 3, C1, 2 3/4"

Bat Happy Halloween Card

Stamps: Got Candy? CC8204 

Paper:  Got Candy, White Daisy

Ink: Black, Canary

Embellishments:  Orange Glitter Paper (from my stash)

Happy Halloween Web Card

Stamps:  Happy Halloween Web A1238,  Hello Pumpkin Scrapbooking D1806

Paper:  Got Candy?, Tangerine, Avocado, Black, White Daisy, Gold Glitter Paper

Ink: Nectarine, Black

Embellishments: Black Shimmer Ribbon, Gold Loose Sequins, Black Shimmer Brush

Tools: Stitched Hexagons Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Cricut, Artbooking Cart, Liquid Glass, Glue Dot, Bonding Memories Glue Pen, Tweezers

Cricut Cuts:  Web--Artbooking Cart p. 54, Overlay, B7, 3 1/2"

October Table Favors and Drawing Prizes

Stamp:  A Bowwow A1126

Paper:  Whimsy Fundamentals, Canary, Black, Topiary, Vanilla Cream, White Daisy

Ink:  Black, ShinHan Markers

Embellishments:  Clear Shimmer Brush, Jute Twine, Shredded Paper, Candy

Tools:  Big Shot, Lawn Fawn Scalloped Treat Box Die Cuts, Lawn Fawn Dog House Add-On, Bone Folder, 1/2" Circle Punch, 3D Foam, MS Grass Border Punch

 

Stamp of the Month: With All My Love

 

This Stamp of the Month:  With All My Love  S2010  is available for only $5 with a $50 order in the month of October 2020.  Or, purchase it outright for $18.95 with an order less than $50.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your computer.

Got Candy?

 

      Our spooktacular Got Candy? promotion is available through Halloween, while supplies last.  Item are available individually, or in a bundle with a 20% discount.  I have been working with these products this month and I have to say the paper pack is ADORABLE!   To order, click on the shopping link on the right side of your screen.

Celebrating You Card

Stamp:  Floral Celebration S2008,  Birthday Sparkles B1537

Paper:  Bloom With Grace, Falling For You, Sundance, White Daisy, Chocolate

Ink:  Fern, Chocolate

Embellishments:  Mocha Opaques

Tools:  Paper Trimmer, Watercolor Pencils, 3D Foam, Tweezers

Paper Cuts:  Card Base--5 1/2 x 8 1/2", fold in half, with paper trimmer cut 1" off each side of card front

 

Life Is Tough Card

Stamps: Rise Strong D1870,  From Me To You S1908,  With Love D1284

Paper:  Craft On, Lemon, Pixie, Green Apple, White Daisy

Ink:  Lemon, Black

Embellishments: Black Glitter Paper

Tools: Decorative Borders Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Cricut, Artistry Cart, 3/8" & 1/2" Circle Punches

Cricut Cuts:  Artistry Cartridge Flowers, p. 21, Image #M41027A cut at 1 1/2" & 1 1/4"

Monogram Card

Stamps: Floral Monogram Mini Stamps

Paper:  Sweet Girl, Charlotte, Garden Green, White Daisy

Ink: Charcoal, ShinHan Markers

Embellishments:  Dreamin' Sequins

Tools:  3D Foam

 

Hook, Line, & Sinker Card

Stamps:  Timber Cardmaking Workshop Z3748, Birthday Greetings D1899

Paper:  Timber, Ruby, Linen

Ink: Ruby, New England Ivy, Black

Embellishments: Twine

Tools: Timber Cardmaking Workshop Thin Cuts, Stitched Scalloped Brackets Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam

 

September 2020 Table Favors & Drawing Prizes

Monogram Table Favors

Stamp:  Floral Monogram Mini Stamps

Paper:  Sweet Girl, Charlotte, Garden Green, White Daisy

Ink:  Charcoal, ShinHan Markers

Embellishments: Dreamin' Big Sequins, Brads, Waxy Flax, Floral Monogram Mini Stamp

Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Corner Rounder, Piercing Tool, 3D Foam

Pouch Directions:  4" x 8", score L @ 2", 5 1/2", round corners on flap end; put back closure brads in prior to assembly; wind Waxy Flax around brads to close

 

Radishing Box Drawing Prizes

Stamp: You Look Radishing W2050

Paper: Grateful Heart, Kraft, Ruby, New England Ivy

Ink: Tuxedo Black

Embellishments: Burlap Ribbon, Shredded Paper, You Look Radishing mini stamp

Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Stitched Circles Thin Cuts, Big Shot, Circle Punches: 3/4", 2", 2 1/2";  Glue Dot, Bone Folder

Box Directions: 5 1/2" x 11", score L @ 1, 2, 5 1/2, 6 1/2, 10";  score P @ 1, 4 1/2"; snip tabs; punch partial circle for front opening prior to assembly

September 2020 Stamp of the Month: Here for the Memories

      

     Scrapbookers note!  This is our awesome September 2020 Stamp of the Month.  How cute is this for your scrapbook layouts!?!  You can get this for only $5 with a $50 purchase.  Or you can buy it outright for $18.95.  Order number:  S2009.  To get yours, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

 

August 2020 Cards With Tracy

Queen Bee Card

Stamp:  Queen Bee C1838

Paper:  White Daisy

Ink:  Black, Pixie, Thistle, Green Apple, Canary, Carolina

Embellishments:  Clear Shimmer Brush

Tools:  Queen Bee Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Sponges, Paper Trimmer

Kite Card

Stamps: Sunny Thoughts S1802,  In the Month of March C1404

Paper:  Something Fierce, Carolina, White Daisy, Tangerine

Ink:  Carolina, Bluebird

Embellishments: Satin Ribbons, String

Tools: Scoreboard, Stylus, Glue Dot, FabriTac, Cricut, AP Cart, 2" Circle Punch 3D Foam

Paper Cuts:  Kite Base--4x10", score L @ 5";  mark L @ 3 & 7" both sides;  mark P @ 2" both sides; score on diagonals; trim corners;  Scallop Circle--AP p. 41, Circle 3, C1, 2.3"

Gnome Card

Stamps: Gnome Matter C1855,  Say It In Style D1283

Paper:  Gimme Some Sugar, Saddle, White Daisy

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Black, Tri-Blend Markers, ShinHan Markers, Black Sharpie

Embellishments:  No Worries Sequins

Tools:  Gnome Matter Thin Cuts, Shaker Window & Confetti Thin Cuts,  Big Shot, 3D Foam, Watercolor Pencils

Thank You Card

Stamps:  Heartfelt Thank You

Paper:  So Much Happy, Linen, Sapphire, White Daisy

Ink: Sapphire

Embellishments: Gold Glitter Gems

Tools: Playful Scallops Embossing Folder, Stitched Hearts Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam

August 2020 Table Favors and Drawing Prizes

Ladybug Treat Bag

Stamp:  Just For You W2037

Paper:  Blue Skies, Buttercup, Candy Apple, White Daisy, Black, Black Glitter Paper

Ink:  Black

Embellishments: Brads, Waxy Flax, Twine, Acetate, Shredded Paper, Sixlets Candy

Tools: Fancy Tags Thin Cuts, Basic Circles Thin Cuts, Ladybug Shaker Window Thin Cuts, Dot Punch, Corner Rounder, Scoreboard, Stylus, Big Shot

Box Cuts: Box--5 3/4" x 8 1/2", score L @ 3 3/4, 4 3/4";  score P @ 1" both sides;  Handle--5/8" x 9 1/2"

Craft On Box Drawing Prize

Stamp: Craft On Cardmaking C1780

Paper: Craft On, Glacier, Canary, Raspberry, Pixie, White Daisy

Ink: Bluebird, Canary, Raspberry, Clover

Embellishments: Sparkles, Shredded Paper, Magnetic Close Box, candy

Tools: Stitched Ovals Thin Cuts, Basic Ovals Thin Cuts, Stitched Hearts Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Tweezers

Timber Cardmaking Workshop

          Use the Timber Cardmaking Workshop Kit to create 16 cards, 4 each of 4 designs.  The workshop kit includes an exclusive B-size stamp set with coordinating Thin Cuts, as well as assembly instructions with tips for using sponge daubers on stamps.  Also includes the printed paper and cardstock, a package of Wooden Arrows, and the 16 card bases & envelopes.  Order # G1210.

Got Candy?

          Skip the tricks and get straight to the treats with the Got Candy? special!  Products are available individually, or you can save 20% on all the items in this Halloween-themed paper collection with the discounted Got Candy? product bundle.  Available items are the paper pack, sticker sheet, coordinating cardstock, sequins in shapes of ghosts, pumpkins, & spiders, and an adorable coordinating stamp set.  To view or order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen and then search for Got Candy?  This promotion starts August 8 and goes through Halloween, while supplies last.

August 2020 Stamp of the Month: Floral Celebration

          The August 2020 Stamp of the Month is Floral Celebration.  It has all kinds of possibilities for cute summer cards, layouts, and treat boxes.  Purchase it for $18.95, or for only $5 with a $50 order.  Order # S2008.  Here are a couple of cute summery cards made with the stamp set:

Summer Vibes Cardmaking Workshop

              Use the Summer Vibes cardmaking workshop kit to create 16 cards, 4 each of 4 designs.  The workshop kit includes an exclusive B-size stamp set with coordinating Thin Cuts, as well as assembly instructions with tips for adding color with watercolor paints.  Also includes 16 white cardstock card bases & envelopes, 3 Summer Vibes patterned paper sheets, 5 cardstock sheets, and a pack of Acrylic Hearts.   To order, scroll down and click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.  Order #G1209.  Or view the online Close To My Heart July/August catalog pages 10 & 11 for more information.

             And check out this adorable scrapbook layout using the Summer Vibes paper pack!

July 2020 Cards With Tracy

Hummingbird Card

Stamp:  Sweet Hummingbird C1844

Paper:  Sorbet, White Daisy, Lagoon

Ink:  Black, Tri-Blend Markers

Embellies:  Clear Shimmer Brush, Goldenrod Stickles

Tools:  Sweet Hummingbird Thin Cuts, Stitched Circles Embossing Folder, Big Shot, 3D Foam

I Need to Craft Card

Stamp: Stitched Together Scrapbooking D1923, It's the Little Things S1411

Paper:  So Much Happy, Peach, White Daisy, Sapphire

Ink:  Sapphire, Smoothie, Green Apple

Embellies:  Platinum Stickles

Tools:  Scallop Border Thin Cuts, Die-Namics Stitched Circles, 3D Foam, Big Shot, Glue Sponge

Vintage Birthday Card

Stamp: You're Not Old C1821

Paper:  Celebrate Today,  Mix In, Black, White Daisy

Ink:  Black, Tri-Blend Markers

Embellies:  Clear Shimmer Brush, Prickly Pear Sequins

Tools:  You're Not Old Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam

Ladybug Card

Stamps:  Hello Ladybug B1703,  Build-a-Plaid D1886,  Dreamin' Big C1674

Paper:  White Daisy, Candy Apple, Black

Ink:  Black, Whisper, Slate, Candy Apple

Embellies:  Bitty Brad, Ribbon

Tools:  Ladybug Shaker Window Thin Cuts, Scallop Border Thin Cuts, Big Shot, 3D Foam, 2 3/4" Circle Punch, Glue Dot

July Drawing Prizes & Table Favors

July Drawing Prizes:  Patriotic Box  2 1/2" x 4" x 1 1/4"

Stamp:  Mini Independence Day M1205

Paper:  Stargazer, Sapphire, Candy Apple, White Daisy, Glitter Papers

Ink:  Sapphire, Silver Gel Pen

Embellies:  Bitty Sparkles, Grosgrain Ribbon, Shredded Paper, Candy

Tools:  Scoreboard, Stylus, Tweezers, Bone Folder, Star Punches, 1 3/4" Circle Punch, 2" Scallop Circle Punch, MS Border Punch, 3D Foam

Box Cuts:  6 1/2" x 8 3/4", score L @ 1 1/4" &  3 3/4" both ends; score P @ 1 1/4" both ends; trim 1/2 off lid end tabs

July Table Favors:  Pudding Box   2 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" 

Stamp:  Dollop of Thanks W2047

Paper:  Caprice, Saddle, Vanilla Cream, White Daisy, Candy Apple

Ink:  Chocolate, Versa Mark, Ice Grey Tri-Blend Marker

Embellies:  Bitty Sparkle, Clear Detail Embossing Powder, Shredded Paper, Pudding Cup

Tools:  Scoreboard, Stylus, Bone Folder, Stitched Circle Thin Cuts, Scalloped Circle Thin Cuts, Basic Circles Thin Cuts, SU Scallop Edge Border Punch, Big Shot, Sponge, Craft Heater, 3D Foam

Box Cuts:  8 1/4" x 11 15/16", Score L @ 2 3/4, 5 1/2, 8 1/4, 11;  Score P @ 2 3/4" both ends; Then score L just selvages @2 1/4 and 6 on the end that is not the lid end; Then score P just the left and right boxes to the 2nd score line @ 1 3/4 & 6 1/2 on just the lid end.  Scallop border punch the lid prior to assembly.

July Stamp of the Month: For My Beautiful Friend

   
       The July 2020 Stamp of the Month is just too too cute!  What a sweet stamp set for letting friends and loved ones know you care.  You can order this stamp set for $18.95 or get it for only $5 with a $50 purchase.  Order #S2007.   To order, scroll down and click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen .

Color of the Year: Julep

      The beautiful   Color of the Year:  Julep   collection of products will retire when our annual core products catalog retires at the end of summer.  If you love this color as I do, you will want to order products before they are sold out or retired.

       Products in this Close To My Heart line include the Julep Stamp Pad Z6511,  Julep Re-inker Z7511,  Julep Pigment Stamp Pad Z8007,  Julep Cardstock X6029,  Julep Velvet Ribbon Z3567,  Julep Glitter Paper Z3506,  Julep Glitter Gems Z3507,  Julep Shimmer Brush Z3508, and Julep Loose Sequins Z3566.  To order, scroll down to my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

       Any guesses what the next Color of the Year will be???

This Crazy Pandemic Card

        We are still under the "stay at home" order here in Oregon!  While I've been getting lots of  paper crafting, organizing, and yard work done, I surely would like to get a haircut and eat in a restaurant!  Yesterday I made this cute card to send out to the ladies in my classes.  Here are the specs:

Stamps:  The Great Indoors CC5217,  Let's Stay Home CC3212
Paper:  White Daisy
Ink:  Journal Pen, Black, Raspberry, Tangerine, Green Apple, Carolina, Thistle
Embellies:  Ribbon, Doodlebug Tiny Hearts
Tools:  Tweezers, 3D Foam

To place an order, click on my shopping link on the right side of my screen.

A Crafty Card

        How cute is this card!?!  With all this social distancing and hunkering down at home, I have been finding crafting to be a great stress relief for me.  How about you?  Have you been crafting up a storm?  

        This is what I chose to put inside:

Stamps:  Stitched Together Scrapbooking D1923,  It's the Little Things S1411

Paper:  So Much Happy, Peach, Sapphire, White Daisy

Ink:  Sapphire, Smoothie, Green Apple

Embellies:  Platinum Stickles

Tools:  Scallop Border Thin Cuts, Die-Namics Stitched Circle, Big Shot, 3D Foam, Glue Sponge

Stamp of the Month: Garden Tags

        I made these tags and cards with the adorable Garden Tags stamp set, which is this month's Stamp of the Month.  The stamp set is available during the month of June for only $5 with a $50 purchase, or it can be purchased alone for $18.95.  Ordering number is S2006.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.

New CoronaVirus Stamp Sets!

          Close To My Heart came out with 2 new and adorable stamp sets for having some crafty fun while social distancing during the CoronaVirus.  Check them out!

          The Great Indoors stamp set #CC5217 sells for $18.95.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of the screen.

          On Repeat stamp set #CC5218 sells for $18.95.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of the screen.

May Stamp of the Month: Time to Celebrate

        May's Stamp of the Month is sooo versatile!  And the font is beautiful!  This stamp is available during the month of May 2020 for $18.95---or only $5 with a $50 purchase.  To order, click on my shopping link on the right side of your screen.  Order # is S2005.  And here are a couple of card ideas made with the stamp set and Mix-In Paper Pack X9015.  So pretty!