Moon Doggie Layout

This was so much fun, these papers are AWESOME!

Back Country - Double Page Layouts

So today, since I had ALOT of photos to scrap, I thought I would use Jeanette Lyntons' Imagine book. It is such a great resource, you just pick your favorite sketch that suits your photos, and away you go. She has great ideas and cutting instructions!
This first layout, I used the Imagine book - Supporting Cast layout. I used Level 2 Backcountry paper pack and stickease. Also, with quick results, I used the color ready alphabets and dabbed them with the coordinating ink. No wonder Close To My Hearts moto is FASTER, SIMPER, EASIER! In this layout, I also used the Imagine book - Dynamic Duo layout and all the same materials as the above layout.

Again, same materials.....I used the Cherish book - "Rise to the occassion" This also shows you how much you can create with just one Level 2 paper pack and Level 2 stickease...I still have alot of paper left too!

Back Country Layout

This layout uses Back Country Level 2 paper pack and chipboard accessories. The letters are Color Ready Alphabet, I used a sponge dabber and Demin and Barn Red ink to complete them.

JULY Stamp Of The Month

You've Got FlairD1351
(Set of 8) $28.50
Lacy Victorian swirls and flourishes highlight these graceful images, each one sending a message of flair and whimsy.
Available July 1–31, 2009 only
Recommended Blocks:1" × 1" (Y1000), 2" × 2" (Y1003), 4" × 4" (Y1008)

E mail me at carlaganske@mcsnet.ca to order yours today!

Bella - Beautiful Color Combination!

I was not sure about this NEW paper pack - BELLA. Until, I started working with it...such a beautiful color combination! The flowers in the upper left corner are cut out of the patterned paper, crumpled and then inked with Smokey Plum stamp pad.

Cards for the girls!

Happy Canada Day

July 1st is one of my favorite holidays. It's a day that our entire community comes together to celebrate being Canadian.....we are proud to be Canadian!!!!!! We start the day with a pancake breakfast, then a parade. This year we had a jet from CFB Cold Lake do a fly by, yikes, that was loud!
After the parade, everyone gathers up by the arena for great outdoor entertainment and visiting. In the afternoon there was a strong man competition and farm challenge.

In the evening there was a Lakeland Idol singing competition, and then, my favorite, the fireworks! What a great day!

Our girls tied for 1st place in the bicycle parade.

2009 Edmonton Underwear Affair

On Saturday I walked with 2 great friends of mine in the 2009 Edmonton Underwear Affair. It is an event that raises money for research for cancers that hit below the waist. I am an ovarian cancer survivor, so this event is near and dear to my heart. The best part was that I could enjoy the day with great friends and my two fantastic kids! :-)

This year there were more than 1,200 people who took to the streets of Edmonton dressed down to their underwear. Together we raised a lot of eyebrows, but more importantly, we raised an incredible $675,000 for research that will ultimately benefit patients at the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton and throughout Alberta.

Imaginisce- Teacher's Pet

I made these cute paper boxes with blank 3x3 notecards for teacher's gifts this year. The paper is Imaginisce - Teacher's Pet, flowers are from that line as well!
You can purchase these papers here at Scrapbooking Fanatics: http://www.scrapbookingfanatics.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=23_416 This first box is for Mrs. C., my son's teacher.

This second box is for my daughter's teacher Mr. H. Since this is a male teacher, I've omitted the ribbons and flowers.

For the Base of the box, cut a 5 5/8" square and score 1" on each side. Fold on all score lines, then cut out corner sections. Glue together.

Lid is the same process, but you will be cutting a 7 1/2 square and scoring all sides at 2".

Notecards are 3"x3".

More Doodlebug Zoofari cards!

This Doodlebug Zoofari paper line combined with this circle card is just too cute for words!

I had to make these 3 x 3 notecards with my leftovers!

Scrapbooking Fanatics June DT projects

Today I played with Doodlebug Zoofari paper line you can find the paper and cardstock stickers here: http://www.scrapbookingfanatics.com/catalog/products_new.php?page=6

I had so much fun with this paper, especially with the cards, I'm off to make some more in fact! ;-)

Color My Monday - A Heavenly Combination

Today’s twist on Heavenly Blue delivers deeper blues and richer hues for a combination that’s still out of this world.

June stamp of the month - Tender Tags

Tender TagsD1350: (Set of 15)

$22.95 US/ $28.50 CAN

Thoughtful messages complement these vintage tag designs, perfect for giving any package or project an elegant personal touch. Available June 1–30, 2009 only.

Close To My Heart June Sale - Deal A Day!!!!!!!

LOVE A GREAT DEAL? HOW ABOUT 30 GREAT DEALS?

In June you can take advantage of a different deal each day on My personal Close To My Heart website —a product special available only that day and only while supplies last.
Specials include Great Goodies boxes priced 50% or more below retail and popular products for free with a My Acrylix® stamp set purchase (size A, B, C, D, or E; excludes K-size and Stamp of the Month) PLUS irresistible shipping discounts.
Check my personal CTMH website every day from June 1–30 for that day's deal and add to your scrapbooking and cardmaking supplies while saving a bundle. Remember, each special is good only for that day, only while supplies last, and only on MyCTMH website. http://carlaganske.myctmh.com/Home.aspx?PageMode=Live
Irresistible shipping discounts are included!

Color Me Monday - Petal Pushers! ;-)

It's Jeanette's Color Me Monday again! This time, I have actually completed the challenge on Monday! Huh, imagine that! This week she challenged us to use the following Close To My Heart Colors: Petal, Pansy Purple, Daisy White and New England Ivy. I used Pansy Purple as my base cardstock and then randomly stamped a piece of White Daisy cardstock using the above ink colors and the stamp set from Tickled Pink! (LOVE those flowers)