All Day Scrapbook Event

12+ hours to get caught up or just get away!

I wanted to let you know my next all-day scrapbooking event is scheduled for Saturday November 22nd in Enumclaw. We will be at a hotel this time - so it is nicer then before :). I am limited to the amount of people I can fit. I have not firmed up all the details but wanted to see who may be interested. The cost will be $20.00-$25.00 per person for all day. You will each have your own space. I will include snacks and layout contest, and free projects. Food will be on your own but there is a great Mexican restaurant in the building as well as lots of food near by. The hours will be 9:00am-10pm.

If you are interested please email me and I will put you on the list. Payment in full is required to hold your spot. Finall details will be emailed by 9/1.

September STOM

Here are some cards using the STOM for September. These are also the cards that we will make at any home gatherings for the month of September. The STOM is great for creating patterned paper with random stamping. The ink I used on the Just Because is Bamboo and is very faint but pretty. The cards use my favorate new paper packs Notebook and Perfect Day.

Fall Catalog

The fall catalog is available on my website starting 9/1/08 look for my newsletter with a direct link to shop. Don't forget my open house 9/6/08 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Check my website for details. You are going to love all the new products!

Aspen Layout

Here I played with the new paperline Aspen which is perfect for snow and winter shots. I designed the layouts around the pictures I had of Carter. I used Liquid Applicant to create the illusion of snow on the title - you apply it and then add heat it is so cool. I also random stamped the wording with the January Word Puzzle adding liquid glass on the snowflakes so they appear wet.

A breath of fresh air!

This weekend was really busy but we decided to take a day trip to the Ocean - it was Carter's first time he loved it. Paradise for a boy dirt, water and a shovel. It was good for Chris and I as well we needed a breath of fresh air and to be reminded that there is things bigger then us. Not to mention I got some great shots. Artwork tomorow I promise!

Mr. and Mrs.

This weekend my focus was on my Best Friend Erica. So there was not many artistic moments but a wonderful couple was married and I was able to have some fun girl time. I promise artwork this week.

One more to ponder!

Here is a mini album I am working on to document my amazing trip to Orlando with CTMH. I am in a wedding this weekend so my posts may be limited.

What's New with Ctmh???

Looking at this project I am working on can you guess all the new things coming in the future! Be sure to see them all in person or earn them by hosting a class or workshop. Check out my events and schedule at www.heartofcharla@myctmh.com

Fancy Folds Card Class!

If you have ever wanted to learn how to do the Dahlia fold or and other fancy fold this class is for you! Learn how to fold each one of these cards on:

Tuesday September 16th at 9:30am or Friday Sepember 19th at 7:00pm!

The cost is $10.00. Please RSVP by 9/9. Cost includes all supplies and directions. Please bring your paper trimmer and adhesive.

In the Neighborhood!

I am blessed to live just inside the woods. We have nearly no neighbors, wildlife, and a beautiful natural waterfall. So Carter and I took a walk to the waterfall. I was so excited to get some beautiful shots that of course I cannot wait to scrapbook. Her are a few. I have been learning to take more pictures of the everyday and the world we are surrounded by. Today, I worked on a layout that has different places we love to go. Now the picture are different years and different places - with one thing in common - we love these places and these are the places we spend are time. I think these places are important for our scrapbook library because they help mold who we are. So my challenge to you is take some photo's of the following categories:

People We Love

Places We Love

Things We Love

Things We Do (everyday things)

Also, if you haven't read Photo Freedom by Stacy Julian - DO it is a must have! I will post my places we love. My next layout idea - Morning Groove.

Late August Early September Workshops

Pictured September Card Club Cards

Make 5 different cards 4 of each.

Learn 5 techniques too!

Workshops and Clubs coming in August Early September!
Email or call to sign up!

Tuesday August 26th Mom's Scrapbook Club at 10:00am - join the club and get 8 pages done in less then 2 hours! Plus bring your kids to play! This month featured paper packet is Top Secret and will feature a new paper pack! Cost is $25.00 you must RSVP by 8/19/08 to ensure your paper is here! Can't make it you can join the club and I will cut and provide directions and deliver to you! Spend $100.00 out of the catalog and the workshop fee is waived! My Home

Saturday August 30th Mom's Scrapbook Club at 6:30pm- join the club and get 8 pages done in less then 2 hours! Plus bring your kids to play! This month featured paper packet is Top Secret! Cost is $25.00 you must RSVP by 8/19/08 to ensure your paper is here! Can't make it you can join the club and I will cut and provide directions and deliver to you! Spend $100.00 out of the catalog and the workshop fee is waived! My Home

VIP FALL CATALOG REVEAL OPEN HOUSE SEPTEMBER 6TH FROM 1:00 – 4:00 WITH FREE PROJECTS STARTING ON THE HOUR EACH HOUR. LOOK FOR YOU INVITE IN THE MAIL. FIRST 5 RSVP RECIEVES PRIZE, BRING A FRIEND RECEIVE A PRIZE, DEAL OR NO DEAL, AND TONS OF EXCLUSIVES OFFERS. MORE INFO TO FOLLOW!

Tuesday September 9TH Mom's Card Club at 10:00am - join the club and get 25 cards made in 2 hours. Cost is $15.00 and includes all supplies. Bring your own adhesive and cutter. RSVP today. Buy Kit for $20.00 receive in the mail. My Home

Sunday September 14th Card Club at 2:00pm - join the club and get 25 cards made in 2 hours. Cost is $15.00 and includes all supplies. Bring your own adhesive and cutter. RSVP 9/6. RSVP today. Buy Kit for $20.00 receive in the mail My Home

Paper Piecing

This is a older card from last year, but I wanted to share with you how simple cardstock and stamp set can make such a cute card. All I did was create fringe for hair. Cut out ovals for eyes and stamped a curly eye and some liquid glass for texture. I create the nose by hand. Stamped an arrow from the Star Struck Set. I also stamped the word eek with the September 2007 STOM. I also create a mouth with a black marker.

BOO!

Can you believe I am making my Halloween and Fall cards. I know I am on top of it! No, just completely inspired from the Convention. I recently purchased the watercolor pencils and the blending pen, if you have not played with these - you are going to love them. You color the image in with the watercolor pencils and then take the blending pen and it is like magic. The colors melt like butter. Check it out on my website or in the back of the catalog page 103.

Sizzlin Hot Summer Sale

www.heartofcharla.myctmh.com

FROM AUGUST 5–28, ALL MYCTMH SHOPPERS can purchase a selection of
favorite retired products from the shelves of our warehouse at unheard-of savings.
You’ll want to get in on great deals like My Acrylix® stamp sets and My Refl ections®
paper packets starting as low as $2. Not only can you get amazing product at
unbelievable prices, you can get free shipping, too! Purchase $75 U S / $100 CAN
or more and your shipping and handling will be FREE. For best selection, shop
early! Mark your calendar and set your alarm clock so you’ll be one of the fi rst
to fi ll your shopping cart with fi rst-rate Close To My Heart products during our
sizzlin’ hot summer sale!

Art Wall

At convention we are able to view an art wall that is full of beautiful cards and layouts lots Ideas. I found one of my cards from when I first started with the company. I remember sending it thinking oh this is so gonna win the contest, now I look at it an well don't feel the same way. So enjoy.

Also, look in you inboxs for the newsletter and info on upcoming VIP party.

Wow! What a wonderful trip!

My Roomies - Lisa and Jean

My hotel room :) Magic Kingdom


My favorate princess - CTMH has made my dreams come true.

Our Hotel - was beautiful

The convention center - we all choose what descibes us!

Passion - because I love what I do and I am passionate about sharing it with everyone I meet!

We met so many great people!

I had the most amazing and inspiring trip to Orlando - not only is CTMH have the most amazing products but they have the most amazing staff and consultant. Words cannot describe how wonderful the entire company is as a whole. It is clear that we all have a passion for the products and the craft. I am so ready to get going! I have designed all new workshops, classes and home gatherings that I know you are all going to love. We saw the first Fall catalog and it is amazing and right on top of the trends. I cannot wait to share it with you in September at my VIP Party! Look for your invitation coming in your mailbox and email soon. I promise you will not want to miss it. September hostess will receive their copy of the catalog slightly early depending on your party date. So book today because I am filling up FAST.

I took over 200 pictures - so I will slowly start posting them for you to look at. Many of you know I was entered into the Album contest...unfortunately, I did not make it. But the winner a sideline and friend of mine won! Congratulations - Nona - she had an amazing album the documented the heart wrenching story of a adoption not meant to be. Her innovative album, won the hearts of both the corporate office and the consultants. So congrats to her.

I was surprised to find out I too however, won an award. I won the Top Recruiter - for New Consultant! I have to thank my team! For taking a chance with me and joining our team - I wish you all could be there and can't wait to share everything I learned with you! I met the CEO Jeanette Lynton and got a picture - so when I recieve it I will post.

More to come so stay tuned!