Sunday, August 3, 2014

Annual Inspirations Blog Hop!



Welcome to the Close to My Heart Annual Inspirations new product blog hop!  Thanks for following along! If you hopped on over from Amy's blog, you are heading in the right direction! :) We have so many wonderful new things to share-- with all of the fantastic new products in the Annual Inspirations book (click on the "Shop With Me" button on the right if you'd like to order one!), it was hard to choose just one thing to focus on!



I chose the "Confetti Wishes" paper pack and complements. This paper is the perfect choice to create birthday cards and treats for kids and grown-ups of all ages. And honestly, I never have enough birthday cards on hand... so I know I am going to need a steady supply of this fun paper.





The cutouts were created using the Art Philosophy and Artiste cartridges. I wanted to create something simple, colorful and fun.  With school starting back tomorrow, I have been so busy setting up my classroom and planning for the 24 kindergarteners who will be showing up at 7:15 tomorrow morning! Simplicity is the key for me right now! I think the White Daisy overlays and the fun cut-outs allow the paper to be the star of the show. I popped the overlays on foam tape to add to the impact. This card design can easily be adapted for cards for all seasons. Hope you'll give it a try!

Thanks again for joining us!  Your comments are welcomed and appreciated!

Now hop on over to Barb's blog to see her fabulous creations!

13 comments:

  1. I love your CAS designs on these cards. How clever to use the negative space to showcase these papers. Happy Back To School! Hope you have a great year with your new darlings!

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  2. I would never have thought of this! Wow, I have to try this because you have inspired me!! You are the best!!

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  3. Too adorable! What a fun way to use cut outs from the cartridges!

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  4. Simple is GOOD! I love simple! Sometimes they are the best. Love them!

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  5. Love this Kristine! Such a cute idea to use the cut outs this way. Nice work!!

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  6. I love what you did with the Birthday cards!! Hope you have a great 1st day back to school with those sweet little Kindergartners!! :)

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  7. How much fun are these! Wow, they really turned out great!

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  8. What a great way to use the negative space from Cricut cuts. Each card is just beautiful!

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  9. I love these. My general style is that of simplistic - so thank you! I like the color pallet with this paper packet...so bright and cheery. Good luck with your school year. I'm a retired elementary teacher, so I know what you are going through!

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  10. Why .. aren't you a clever one! These are awesome HB cards! You are right about needed a steady supply of Confetti paper ... we can't ever have too mya birthday cards! **BTW .... had to read your "Shame" blog post again ... what a funny, funny post! Thanks for sharing your talent and making us laugh!

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  11. I love the simplicity of your designs for these cards.

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  12. Hi Kristine, I love what you did with the different cuts to overlay the paper! Very creative! Fun cards!

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  13. Oh my word, these are so fun, easy, and FANTASTIC!!! Awesome idea!!! :)

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