Saturday, December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas!

Share the Magic stamp was perfect for letting my kids know that Santa made it to our house. 

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Simple scripture card

This card is one piece of cardstock for the  base stamped.  I masked the middle text box using post it notes, stamped the snowflakes then added glitter.  Ink  color lagoon

Monday, November 29, 2010

Studio J Digital Scrapbooking!

 I had so much fun creating these Digital scrapbook pages.  The best part is I have the JPeg file so I can save them store them, reprint them in any size I want.  The Cost is very affordable (Less than $7 a page depending if you get a membership it's cheaper yet!)  You can use this FRRE to plan your layouts too.  Go have fun doing MESS FREE scrapbooking at the touch of your fingertips with STUDIO J at my website: http://reker.myctmh.com/






Sunday, November 21, 2010

Stamp Sale!!

Making room for upcoming new products 
(New stuff in January and can't wait!!!)
Shipping is about $1.50 for one (If buying multiple sets it's about 50cents extra per set) 
FREE shipping if you are local (in my driving area, Sioux Falls, Dell Rapids, Luverne, Pipestone etc.)
E-mail me if interested amiereker@yahoo.com

Origianl Price $22.95  Sale Price $12 plus shipping

Thriller
Something Splendid
Flower Pot
Share the Magic

A little Thanks
Triple Play
 Wonderful Friend
Cherish the Moment


Original Price $18.95
Sale Price on Just Arived (Below) $10
Original Price $13.95
Sale Price on Butterflies (Below) $8.00


Original Price $13.95


Sale Price on  Flowers (Below) $8.00

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Sport Mini Album






Not your Mummy

Hooligans level 2 paper and a little gauze makes this cute mummy layout.  you can make this from the left over paper in the Hooligans Workshop on the go kit too.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

October Special

Host An Online Gathering, Reap the Rewards

** Special Offer from October 1-31, 2010 **
Did you know that Close To My Heart now offers Online Gatherings?  Instead of a physical, face-to-face Gathering in your home, you can invite your guests to shop completely online whether they live down the street or across the country.  Since you’re the hostess of the online gathering, you reap the benefits of Hostess Rewards!
To qualify for hostess rewards, you must hold an online gathering of two or more people with sales totaling at least $150.  The higher the sales, the more rewards you receive!
Here’s how it works:
1) Schedule an online gathering through me and we’ll send a Close To My Heart e-invite to your friends.
2) You and your friends shop online at my CTMH store (cropcandy.myctmh.com)
3) When your total order reaches at least $150, you’ll earn FREE select product, which includes stamp sets and blocks, stamp pads, markers, re-inkers, My Reflections® Level 1 and Level 2 scrapbooking products, and all cardstock packs!  The more your friends buy, the more rewards you receive!

During October, all of my hostesses will earn more Hostess Rewards when their gathering sales reach at least $450.
How does this work? As a qualifying hostess, you’ll automatically jump up to the next Hostess Rewards level. In other words, if your Gathering sales qualify you to receive $100 in free select product and two items at 50% off, you’ll actually jump up to $120 in free product and three items at 50% off!
So, don’t wait! If you’re looking for a way to build your scrapbooking and stamping supplies more affordably than ever, October is the time—and an Online Gathering is the way!
Book on Online Gathering today!

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Hooligans

I modified the Workshop on the go a little by using the white daisy ink to make the little monsters and than colored chalk to add their color.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Thursday, September 9, 2010

thriller alternate use

I didn't want to use the "thriller" stamp just for Holloween so I made this background paper in honor of all the OLD walpaper I ripped down in my new craft room.  Looks great on scrapbook paper not so much on my walls (when it was starting to fall anyway and was really gross and creepy)

Old creeppy wallpaper probaly looked great in the 1930's (no joke there was newspaper under the floor from the date of 1930)

Still work in progress putting stuff away and crafting at the same time (I get a little side tracked and then hear my husband come up the stairs and get back to unpacking)

Magnifique cards

Used "a sip" stamp and the new colored pearls
used "thriller" stamp the one with the skull in the middle and covered the skull with the white and stamped "Just a note"

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

My variation of this Charish layout.
"Cooking With Grandma"
I used Free spirit bulk papers.

Hedgehog Joy

Simple layout using the July Stamp of The Month those cute Hedgehogs. and the Topstictch paper.


Background stamping!

This layout was made with White cardstock only!!!
The flower background was stamped with Close To My Hearts August Stamp Of The Month.
Ink that was used was goldrush, midnight blue, topiary, and crandberry

The blue 1/2 inch strips were rolled on using a brayer and midnight blue ink pad.
Using an X motion gives it a denium look

The orange (Goldrush) was rolled in the goldrush ink with a brayer then kiss off ink by rolling it on the large flower stamp then roll directly on paper.  To even out the rolling start going from one side then the second time another side and left to right (second generation)

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

6x6 album- veranda

Size: 6x6
Paper used: Veranda
34 total pages
Finished album price: $50


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My Acrylix stamps Care Guide

As part of our My Acrylix durability studies we’ve done extensive research on the best ways to clean and care for our new stamps and mounting blocks. For best results, we recommend the following:

  1. Clean your stamps (and the block if needed) immediately after use. The longer ink remains, the more difficult it will be to remove. (Pigment inks such as Close To My Heart Archival Ink and Staz On will permanently discolor the stamp image. As was the case with rubber, you will also notice that over time darker inks like reds and purples will also cause some discoloration.)
  2. Use My Acrylix Spritz or Stamp Cleaner and the Double Scrubber for regular cleaning. These products are the most effective at removing residual ink, and will not damage My Acrylix regardless of use. We recommend cleaning the stamps while still on the blocks. (Wash your Double Scrubber pads in the dishwasher to remove excess fibers.)
  3. Use soap and water to restore tack. Dust, dirt, and oils may cause your stamps to become less sticky over time. If you find they seem less adhesive, simply wash the stamps with dish soap and water to restore their original “stick.” (Continual use of soap and water will eventually cause a build-up. We recommend using this method occasionally, only as needed.)
  4. Use alcohol to remove residue. If you notice a residue on the back of your stamps, rub them with alcohol using a non-abrasive, fiber free cloth. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL ON MY ACRYLIX BLOCKS. (Extensive use of alcohol is not recommended. Use this method occasionally, only as needed.)

The following are answers to several Frequently Asked Questions in regards to the care of My Acrylix.

Q. Will Staz On ink or cleaner damage My Acrylix?

A. Staz On ink was designed for permanently decorating non-porous surfaces such as glass, metal, and ceramic, not for use in albums or with paper crafts. The ink has no effect on the stamp or block, other than discoloration. We recommend cleaning your stamps with the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner as outlined above, immediately after use for best results.

Staz On Cleaner was designed to erase mistakes or residual ink on your stamped surface before the ink dries. Although it is safe to use on your stamps, we do not recommend using Staz On cleaner (or any oil based cleaner) on My Acrylix blocks.

Q. Will alcohol damage My Acrylix?

A. As discussed above, alcohol is okay for the occasional cleaning of stamps only. We do not recommend cleaning My Acrylix blocks with alcohol-based products, as the alcohol may cause hairline fractures in the material.


Q. Is the My Acrylix Spritz Cleaner different from the Spritz Cleaner previously available?

A. No. Although we changed the name and packaging to reflect the My Acrylix brand, the product is the same. This cleaner is the preferred method of regular cleaning.

Q. Can I use baby wipes to clean my stamps?

A. Baby wipes will leave a fibrous residue on both the stamps and blocks. Although they will not damage My Acrylix, we do not recommend their use.

Q. Can I use dish soap and water instead of the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner to clean My Acrylix?

A. As mentioned, soap and water is very effective at removing the dust and dirt that can reduce “stickiness” over time. Continual use however, will cause a build up on your stamps. To remove ink, we recommend using the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner and the Double Scrubber as outlined.

Q. Can I use acetone to clean My Acrylix?

A. We do not recommend the use of acetone on any stamping product.

Q. I often use the bleaching technique. Will this harm my stamps?

A. Using the bleaching technique will not harm your stamps. We recommend that you use bleach with caution however, and immediately remove it from your stamps with the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner.

Q. I sometimes get ink on my block when stamping. What’s the best way to clean it?

A. Clean My Acrylix blocks immediately after use with the Spritz or Stamp Cleaner as needed. Do not use alcohol or oil based cleaners