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12 Aug 2014

Workshop: Be Thankful Box with Journaling Cards

by Krista | posted in: workshop kits, Workshops | 0

I’m looking forward to my next workshop, even though we haven’t had my August one yet!  On Friday, September 19, at either 9:30am or 7pm, you can join me to create this Be Thankful Box with Journaling Cards. This little … Continued

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15 Jun 2014

Cross Canada Blog Hop: It’s Time to Get Fancy!

by Krista | posted in: Cards | 4

It’s time to hop across Canada again!  This time we are focusing on fancy-fold cards and other projects.  If you arrived from Michelle’s blog, you’re on the right track.  She’s also the geographical start of our hop, so if you’re … Continued

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9 Feb 2014

Kraft Container: The Perfect Gift, Valentine or Not

by Krista | posted in: Cricut | 0

I have one more project to share that I spoke about on daytime Durham on Thursday.  This might just be my favourite of all of them and it didn’t get too much air time.  There’s only so much you can … Continued

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8 Feb 2014

Valentine Gifts for the Teacher … Or Just a Way to Make Someone’s Day

by Krista | | 0

Here we are on part two of the projects I shared on daytime Durham on Thursday!  I had so much fun creating these little packages. Today’s projects are the three burlap bags I decorated up.  These bags are so versatile … Continued

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15 Oct 2013

Cross Canada Hop: It’s All About the Bling!

by Krista | posted in: Base and Bling | 4

Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow Canadians!  I’m typing this up just after arriving home from visiting with family.  Our first turkey dinner is sitting quite comfortably in my belly. 🙂 Welcome to our October Blog Hop featuring the NEW … Continued

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1 Oct 2013

CTMH October Stamp-of-the-Month Blog Hop: Peace

by Krista | | 28

Welcome to another SOTM blog hop!  Are you ready to start thinking about Christmas?  This month’s stamp set is just lovely and will bring a traditional feel to your Christmas projects. If you arrived here from Dawn’s blog, you’re on … Continued

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13 May 2013

It’s a Pajama Party! CTMH and Big Picture Classes team up.

by Krista | | 0

Close To My Heart is teaming up with Big Picture Classes to bring you a live webcast with step-by-step instructions for making this Happy Thoughts kraft container. The FREE webcast will air Thursday, May 30 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm (MDT), … Continued

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15 Apr 2013

Cross Canada Hop: Home Decor

by Krista | | 17

Welcome to another Cross Canada Blog Hop!  We’re excited to show you some fun home decor this month.  If you arrived from Arlene’s blog, you’re on the right track.  Remember that this is a cyclical hop, so just keep hopping … Continued

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2 Apr 2013

Paper Rose and Burlap Wreath

by Krista | | 1

Wow, did I ever love making this wreath!  As I said on daytime Durham, I’m really starting to enjoy making Home Decor with my paper supplies.  If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you also know that I … Continued

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1 Apr 2013

CTMH Stamp-of-the-Month Blog Hop

by Krista | | 9

Hello everyone!  Happy Easter, again.  I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend with family like we are.  If you came from Mary’s blog, you’re on the right track.  If this is your first stop, then just keep hopping until you … Continued

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Stick for how to get those school memories into sc Stick for how to get those school memories into scrapbooks?  Kick off the summer by documenting and celebrating the school year(s) with the Smarty Pants scrapbooking kit!  PDF Instructions available for download.

We didn't forget about you cardmakers.  There's even a kit for you!

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This layout just screams summer! My kids love pop This layout just screams summer!  My kids love popsicles and this stamp set is so fun to colour!  I love using our TriBlend markers but also Shimmer Brushes on the images.  The thin cuts really help with that larger image.  AND it's on sale... but only until Thursday!

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16483&ci=24660
Summer is definitely here! Our kids are all done Summer is definitely here!  Our kids are all done school and we are looking forward to our trip to the cottage in a couple weeks.  This stamp and thin cuts set is perfect for all those summer photos!  Front Porch Sippin' would also work great for invitations to a BBQ or a summer birthday party!  And it's on sale for just a few more days. 

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16489
As summer vacation starts I send this out to all t As summer vacation starts I send this out to all the mamas and papas who now have to deal with bored children.  I see you.  I feel you.  We got this.
These cute cards were created with the Postage Fra These cute cards were created with the Postage Frame thin cuts and the All Kinds of Awesome stamp set, available for just $6.75.

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Last week I shared a few cards made with this stam Last week I shared a few cards made with this stamp set, Palm Fronds.  Take a look at this fabulous layout using the same images!  If you've traveled to the tropics at any time, this stamp set is perfect for your photos.  On sale until the 30th!

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16490
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