Have a Wicked Halloween

I haven't been feeling especially well lately but had this really cute wood project that I really hated to leave for next year.  So I was braver than expected and had my children help me get it done.  My daughter especially was ecstatic.  I need to let them help more often and not be concerned with a "perfect"  project.
And here we go...

 Purchase this little pile of wood from a local wood cut craft type store:)

 Set the kids to work painting.  I did double check for paint blobs or runs, they did pretty good.

Finished project.  I used Moonlight paper Kit -item x7161B and modge podge to cover a few pieces.  I love this paper kit, very classic Halloween.  Realizing that a couple of my letters were a bit blah, I stamped a few Halloween images on them.  I think I like it, the spider and webs on the c are my fave.  As well as the fluff on the hat.

 Over all I love it.  Its not perfect but the memory of my children helping in the creation process was priceless.

Hopefully you get to use some of your creative juices this holiday season.  If you would like to share what you've done please post a pic on my facebook page  -- facebook.com/jlynnscreativeitch.  Thank you!

                          Happy Halloween!

Good Stuff!

October is a great month.  We all get a little crafty waiting for the holidays approaching.  Wether its making children's costumes, putting Thanksgiving table settings together, getting a head start on our Christmas neighbor gifts or wanting to get the years pictures caught up before the barrage of new holiday photos...  

This month get a FREE Studio J layout with your purchase of 9 layouts.  Buy 18 get 2 FREE etc.

If you are getting a jump on your Christmas cards, October's stamp of the Month is great for those final touches.

 If you are one to be ready for early Christmas order and start making this amazing Advent calender Workshop on the Go!

No one should be saying there bored, tis not the season:)

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Gear up for NSM (National Stamping Month)

Got some great suggestions for my craft room remodel.  Do you have a theme for yours?  If not you may want to go trendy and use the Chevron symbol.  Its whats hot!  Start little and go big, start with this double D stamp set, celebrating National Stamp Month (September).  Yours for $5 with only a $35 purchase!  These are one of my favorite specials of the year.

Work Space

I have seen ladies post pictures of their beautiful and efficient work spaces.  I think of mine and chuckle.  I love it. But I have come to the realization that the story is almost at its conclusion and at that point Twilight Corner will probably get a make over.  Not sure what my "theme" will be but its rattling around in my head.  Any suggestions?

Fall/Winter 2012 Catalog is here!

It is here and it is delicious.  You wonder where to even start!  Pace yourselves my friends.

      *New paper collections

      * Additional Workshop On The Go projects, can we say home decor projects people

      *New colors

      *No membership fees for Studio J!!!
   
      *Drum roll...ANOTHER NEW CRICUT CARTRIDGE!!!!!  if you have been sitting on the fence about buying one of these sit no longer.  The Artiste Cartridge Collection has so many 3D projects it will make your head spin.  Cupcake liners?  yep.  Cute little purses?  Yep.  3D coffins to decorate for Halloween?  Of Course!  about paper 3D baby booties diaper invites for your next baby shower?  You bet!   Boxes, bags and so much more.

   
      *New How To Book, so affordable.  Add it to your collection of helps!

      *New options for new consultant kits.  If you've thought about joining the party...$49 for a startup kit.  Or get the full get up for $99.  Goodness me. Get this fabulous bag free for signing up in August (while supplies last).  We've got a great team to join.

If you are tempted to check it all out head to jlynnscreativeitch.ctmh.com and browse the online catalog.  Wanting to place an order feel free to add yourself to my online gathering located on the bottom of jlynnscreativeitch.ctmh.com

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Banner fun

Banners are pretty much the rage right now.  I am always slow to pick up fads but I like this one a lot!  But I have discovered that making little girl sweet ones is much easier than making boy ones.  For girls there are flowers, butterflies, flowers, hearts, flowers.  And for boys...well I made one work and my sister-in-law said she loved it so...
I used the chip board banner  and the attached images were cut using the Art Philosophy Cartridge.  Note: new catalog comes out in August and the summer release is "out with the old and in with the new" so if you've been waiting to get the Cart, careful you don't miss out.

Have fun making one for someone you love or to cheer up a little spot in your home.

 This one is done using the Lucy Workshop on the Go kit.  I love recipes!  They make creating something so fast and easy.

 This one was made using my own thinking.  Ouch!  Like I said, finding images that were baby boyish was a but tough for me but I think I did ok.

I also enjoy using our new Color Ready binding ribbon.  I colored it with Grey Wool ink to match my project.
I do need to point out that the lettering on the NYLE banner was not CTMH. They were some extra chip board letters I had.

Snap the Water Fun!

Played around with the camera with the kids playing in the water.  Aside from children and flowers, ok and sunsets, water is one of my favorite things to try and catch on camera.
Don't be afraid of getting down and dirty to get a better perspective. You'll love the outcome.

 Don't you love the wave of muddy water at the left.  Gross but cool.

And yes I did get wet on this one.  My camera is ready to die so I am not super careful. But there are many creative ways to get a fun photo and keep your camera safe.   Plastic baggie with a hole cut out comes to mind...
Have a fun and beautifully creative summer!