Hey Handsome - part 2

I'm back with some more tweaks to the Hey Handsome Cardmaking Kit I featured on my previous post.

I used the kit instructions, with some different stamps, thin cuts, and changed the papers for other ones in my stash. Here's what I came up with!

I thought these glasses reminded me of Dame Edna (RIP Barry Humphries) and I wanted to do a Mrs Doubtfire-esque design reminiscent of a floral nana blouse, lace, and pearl buttons.

I went for a more subdued look with this sympathy card. The little chevron stitching stamp makes it really look like a pocket.

This one gives me Quirky Nurse vibes, I think it's due to the collar color I used. The heart is a little too small to be a pocket by itself, I used it anyways!

This one, be still my crafty heart. I adore how this turned out! It's so cheery and blokey!

This one was a test run for a split collar look. More tweaking to come.

Which of these variations is your favorite? It's a tie between Mrs Doubtfire and Leafy Blokey Birthday for me. Such a simple switch to create an entirely different look, with using other papers. Will you give this kit a go?

Products used, click through to purchase: Hey Handsome Cardmaking Kit, Trimmer, Diecut Machine, Scissors, Stamping Starter Kit, Harbour Pine Paprika Charcoal Ballerina and Toffee Exclusive Inks, Lace Border and Stitched Heart Thin Cuts, Adhesive Runner, Foam Tape, Glue Pen, Tweezers, Versamat, Navy and Black LePens™, Clear Sparkles, Blue Belle Glitter Gems, Blue and Black & White Dots, Silver Foil Patterns and Eat Play Love Paper Packets.

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Hey Handsome

Hi there, I'm Creating with Kara Davies, your Independent CTMH Consultant. Yesterday was my monthly crop, Craft Day. I chose to work on the Hey Handsome Cardmaking Kit. I got nearly everything cut while at Craft Day and finished all 16 cards later at home.

I brought snacks for the ladies that came along to craft with me. The new Bluey album Dance Mode had to make an appearance.

Design 1

Design 2

Design 3. I don't have sandpaper on hand so I used my keys and scissors to scuff up the cardstock to look more like denim. Use what you have!

Design 4

These glasses are so cute. I used a metallic marker to color them in for a pop of color.

The kit includes this exclusive stamp + thin cut set, gold glitter gems, 16 card bases and envelopes, cardstocks, papers, and printed full color instructions.

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Check back later this week to see how I turned this masculine kit into a feminine one!

Products used, click through to purchase: Hey Handsome Cardmaking Kit, Trimmer, Diecut Machine, Scissors, Stamping Starter Kit, Harbour Pine Paprika and Toffee Exclusive Inks, Adhesive Runner, Foam Tape, Glue Pen, Tweezers, Versamat, Navy and Black LePens™.

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New Kit - Celebrating You

The week of newness continues! The first new paper suite in my brand new Core Catalog is Celebrating You.

It's anchored by a color palette of Sapphire, Lagoon, Glacier, Honey Butter, Linen, Pewter, and French Vanilla. Patterns include diamonds, script, stripes, plaid, confetti, gifts, ombre fade, bubbles, and balloons. Birthdays, anniversaries, parties, promotions, and even something like family reunions can be scrapbooked with this suite!

I've created a Scrapbooking Workshop that makes 8 layouts with Celebrating You.

As usual, all layouts are double pages. The instructions are available separately for $15 for those outside of SEQld.

Like the look and want to make it yourself? Order yours here.

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Join us May 7-8 for a creative celebration featuring FIVE amazing projects!

We’re going all out for National Scrapbooking Day once again, and we hope you’ll join us on the Close To My Heart Facebook page for two days of creativity, fun, product giveaways, and celebration! Catch the live event or watch the recordings afterward to complete FIVE amazing creative projects along with us, including both scrapbooking and cardmaking, and learn some new tips & techniques along the way.

Check out the project bundles below for more details about the featured projects. Save 30% by ordering the National Scrapbooking Day Celebration bundle, which includes all five!

Tacos!

This little taco stamp makes me so ridiculously amused, you've got no idea!

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2022 Planner Pages - ORDERS ARE NOW CLOSED.

Oh yeah, planner pages are BACK! Orders have now closed.

As with previous years, each month features dedicated pages to jot down important dates/occasions and general notes. Each week features dedicated spaces for shopping lists, bills, and a menu planning spot for your tea each night. There's plenty of white space to doodle and embellish as desired!

Each set is hole punched specifically to fit the CTMH Everyday Life Albums, unpunched pages are also available. Each set is $30 which includes postage Australia-wide.

Let's take a look at 2022's pages. Each month starts with an Important Dates page. I use the Important Dates page to list birthdays, anniversaries, and other occasions when I have cards to send. Whatever you deem to be an Important Date, there's room to list them each month on these pages.

Each month at a glance is on two pages with a notes section.

Each week at a glance is on two pages and runs Monday-Sunday. There's ample space to plan out your daily activities, appointments. There's also dedicated spaces to plan your tea each night plus recurring bills, and a handy shopping list area. Simple, classic, and useful.

Each month ends with a Notes page. I use the Notes page to add in new information to include for the next year's card list, pest control dates, any household repairs we've had done, and the like. Whatever you deem to be an Important Note, there's room to list them each month on these pages.

Please note:
-Orders open 12am AEST July 1, 2021.
-Orders closed 7pm AEST November 1, 2021.
-As things will differ wildly from my studio here in Queensland to where you live, I've opted to leave off all holidays. I have left ample room for planner stickers, stamping, and doodling for you to customize how you best see fit.
-Orders are printed weekly on Tuesday and posted Thursday.
-Payment must be received before your order is processed.
-Sets are posted in padded bubble mailers (one set per mailer) by Australia Post.
-Depending on when your payment is received, it may be up to three weeks before your order arrives.

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2021 Planner Pages- ORDERS ARE NOW CLOSED

ORDERS ARE NOW CLOSED

As with previous years, each month features dedicated pages to jot down important dates/occasions and general notes. Each week features dedicated spaces for shopping lists, bills, and a menu planning spot for your tea each night. There's plenty of white space to doodle and embellish as desired!

Each set is hole punched specifically* to fit the CTMH Everyday Life Albums. Each set is $30 which includes postage Australia-wide.

-Orders are printed weekly on Tuesday and posted Thursday.
-Payment must be received before your order is processed.
-Depending on when your payment is received, it may be up to a fortnight before your order arrives.
-To order your set, please email me or message me via facebook.
*For non-CTMH planner albums/covers: please make a note at time of payment. Your pages will be shipped unpunched. I recommend taking to your local officeworks or similar shop for easy hole punching according to your specific requirements.

Orders are open now and close at 7pm November 1, 2020.

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2020 Planner Pages

Please note:
Print run for 2020 Pages started June 1 and ended November 1.
No orders will be taken or processed after November 1. Period.

As with previous years, each month features dedicated pages to jot down card giving occasions and general notes. Each week features dedicated spaces for shopping lists, bills, and a menu planning spot for your tea each night. There's plenty of white space to doodle and embellish as desired!

Each set is hole punched specifically* to fit the CTMH Everyday Life Albums. Each set is $30 which includes postage Australia-wide.

*For non-CTMH planner albums/covers: please tick the unpunched box below. Your pages will be shipped unpunched. I recommend taking to your local officeworks or similar shop for easy hole punching according to your specific requirements.

-Orders are printed weekly on Tuesday and posted Thursday.
-Payment must be received before your order is processed.
-Orders made via this form are by credit cards only. Depending on when your payment is received, it may be up to a fortnight before your order arrives.
-Tracking details will be sent once your order has been shipped, if applicable.

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81 days until Christmas

Have you thought of what you'd like to do for your Christmas cards yet?

There's still time to consider what you'd like to make and to order in your supplies! Have a think through these options and contact me to order.

Simples!

Option 1: you love making your cards from scratch. Cutting, die cutting, stamping, and heat embossing? This is your jam.

Try the Workshops Your Way® Mistletoe Wishes Cardmaking Kit. $33

Option 2: you love taking a kit and adding your own spin on things. Shaker cards? Bring it on.

You'll love the Cut Above® Card Kit—Holiday Sparkle, $47.
Add the stampset and save 20%! Holiday Sparkle Bundle, $60.50.

Option 3: you love cardmaking but from scratch has you pulling your hair out. Plop down at my studio table and get crafty from my wide range of kits.

Make gorgeous cards in a flash. Book your spot here!

Option 4: you love crafting but you aren't local to my studio. No worries, I got you sista! 5 precut, stamped, embossed, and die cut kits are posted straight to your door for $20. It doesn't get any easier than this!

Try my Card Kit Club here!

No matter what your style or preference, there's a kit or workshop for you. Can't decide? Message me and we'll get you sorted out. 😉

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