The Bunnies Are Coming . . . .

Easter will be here before we know it.  I just can't believe it is so close.  So I decided it was time to make some Easter Treats.  I found these Bunny Bags on a Bulletin Board and decided to give it that Glitter Queen touch.  Here is what I came up with . . . . .

And for a closer view . . . . .

And they have a bag for you to fill with treats . . . .

Aren't they just so cute!?  This will be just one of the cute items we are going to make at my 'Easter Is Here' Workshop on Tuesday, March 27.  The workshop will start at 7 pm and be held at my house.  The cost is only $10.  Please RSVP by Sunday, March 25.  Stay tuned for more samples.

Hope to see you soon,
Sue
Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face, and a smile in my heart ! 

Getting Ready for St. Patrick's Day

With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, yesterday I decided to play with some ideas that I saw while surfing some blogs.  Of coarse I had to give them the Glitter Queen's Touch....

The first one is a St. Patrick's Day Wreath.  This was really simple to make....just make a variety of accordion fold flowers from card stock - I used New England Ivy, Topiary and Pear.  The shamrock is made up of three 2 inch hearts that I cut from the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge.  I then used some buttons from the CTMH Green Button Assortment and some glitter pom poms that I picked up.  And here is the final project.....

St. Patty Wreat

Next I made a Shamrock Purse using Pear card stock and green glitter.  I edge all of the cut lines with a dark green chalk before assembling....and finished it off with some gold Stickles.  I love how it came out.  Fill it with some 'gold' and you have a perfect gift!

Shamrock Purse

Thank you for looking...leave a comment and let me know what you think!

Have a 'Green' Week

Sue

Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face and a smile in my heart!

This month's Stamp of the Month is called Potential.  It is loaded with lots of images that would be perfect for adding that perfect accent on your artwork.

And what is even better, our Stamp of the Month program is a great value.  The normal retail price is $17.95 but during the month of March you can purchase this great set for just $5.00 with any $50.00 purchase.

Here is some wonderful artwork my CTMH Consultant Sisters created using this stamp set and the elegant Florentine paper pack.  All of these are featured in our Spring/Summer Idea Book.  If you don't have one yet please contact me today and I will get it to you!  You can also view it online if you like.  Just click on the 'Idea Book' tag under Post Topics at the top right corner of my blog.  Now for the artwork....

 

by Joyce

 

by Patty

by Debbie

by Claudia

by Sonia

by Elise

 

by Patricia

and Mine.....

 Thank you for looking.  Hope to see you soon,
Sue

Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face and a smile in my heart!

Wall Art

Recently I was flipping through a scrapbooking magazine and this cool project jumped out at me.  It was a backless picture frame with a mini banner strung accross it done in a shabby-chic theme.  I don't know why but the idea really stuck with me.  So when it was time for me to sit down and create some artwork for my application to teach at Extravaganza at the Close To My Heart Convention this summer of course this project came to mind.  But shabby-chic is NOT my style.  So here is what I came up with.

 

It is a 20X24 wood frame painted with acrylic paint that I tinted with our Re-inkers to coordindate with the colors in the Florentine paper pack that I used.  Using our Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge I cut the banner pieces, the flowers and the butterfly.  

Rolled flowers cut from the AP Cricut Cartridge

Some of the banner elements

More of the banner options

I was really happy with how this came out.  I just hope that it survived being shipped to Utah!  Now I just have to wait and see if I get selected to teach!  I would cross my fingers but that would hinder my crafting!

Happy Creating,
Sue
Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face and a smile in my heart!

Workshops and Chat & Scraps....

Well, I have finally done it!  What is that you ask?  I figured out how to post a calendar to my blog.  What is that you say?  Duh?  To that I say....Hah!  It took me all afternoon to figure out!  I am a little slow on this whole blog thing...but I am getting there.  Thank you for your patience!

But seriously....
I have finally done some scheduling.  Yes, that is right, it is Workshop time!  And time to get together for some Chat & Scraps!  And guess what - they are all listed on my new Calendar Page!  Check it out!  Aren't you proud of me?

Workshops on the Go...
In my Workshops on the Go we will be creating two 2 page layouts, four cards and a surprise gift item.  Each WOTG will feature a paper pack, embellishments and lots of creativity.  Please refer to My Calendar for all of the details and prices.  For March and April I have scheduled:

Roxie - Sunday March 4.  RSVP Deadline is Tuesday, February 28.

Stella - Friday, March 23.  RSVP Deadline is Friday, March 16.

Pemberley - Sunday, April 1.  RSVP deadline is Monday, March 26.

 

 Chat & Scraps....

Do you need some inspiration to get restarted (or even started) on your latest scrapbook project?  Or a place to go and work without family interruptions?  Or just want to get out for the evening?   Then you need to come over for a Chat & Scrap!

What is a Chat & Scrap?  Bring your project over to the 'Glitter Queen's Studio' and work without any of the  interruptions that you get at home.  You will have access to all of my tools, stamps, inks, punches and even my new Cricut and the Art Philosophy Cartridge.

The evening/afternoon includes lunch or dinner and snacks.  And there will even be a simple Make & Take project.  All for $10.  Please RSVP to Sue if you plan on attending.

March & April Chat & Scrap Dates:

Fridays:

• March 2
• March 16
• April 6
• April 13

Sundays:

• March 11
• April 29

I hope to hear from you soon.  I have missed getting together.

Sue
Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face and a smile on my face!

A Butterfly Card

I finally had a chance to sit down and play with some of the new items that I ordered from the new idea book and here is a card that I came up with.  The design is actually quite simple but I dressed it up by using my Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge to cut out some of the elements.  It amazes me how such an easy step can make such a difference.

I used the paper from the new Florentine Paper Pack along with the new Qucikcard - Butterfly stamp.  And of course there is Glitter!  That makes all the difference!

I would love to know what you think of my card so please leave me a comment!

Happy Friday all!  I hope you have a Sparkling Holiday Weekend.

Hope to hear from you soon,

Sue

Ink on my fingers, glitter on my face and a smile in my heart!

The New Close To My Heart Idea Book Is Here!

Wow, it really has been a long time since I have posted anything! My bad.  Sorry.

The good news is....a new Idea Book is here!!!

It is full of new artwork, beautiful new papers and embellishments, new stamps galore and much more for you to enjoy!  You are going to love it.

I would love to get you your very own copy.  Please contact me and I will get one to you.  Until then, click on the image below to view it online.

Contact me today for your free copy!

There is so much in it that has grabbed my attention...the project ideas are just flying through my head! And the Workshops on the Go are wonderful!  Be sure to sign up to follow my blog so you will see what I come up with.  I will be posting workshops and Chat & Scraps very soon.  You won't want to miss a thing.

Talk to you soon...I promise.  New Idea Book, New Me!

Sue
Ink on fingers, glitter on my face and a smile in my heart!