Chicago Cubs Mini Album with CTMH Instalife!

Did you see the start of my Chicago Cubs Mini Album that I shared before Christmas? 

I know!  It was a long time ago, so HERE is the link if you want to go see before I show you more...

NOW, here is MORE!!!!  I am having an absolute blast reliving the moments from the past few months...

While the "W" flag surely deserves its very own page in the album, I have a little something to show you about this page...

...it's really a flip-book of sorts that I created with the 2x2 flip flaps!

This last page shows the amazing little gold foil overlays you can add to these pages...

This title card comes in the #life Enjoy Cards...

I just love this collage page I created using the 2x2 photos printed on my Canon Selphy...

I can add some hidden journaling under the flip flap!

No. Commentary. Needed.  (swooooon!)

Now, I ran out of 2x2 pages and only had the 4x4 available.  I laid these pics out as I will place them in the 2x2 protectors when I get my hands on them again...

Kris Bryant anyone?  I know!!!

So if you made it with me this far, you just might want to be creating an album like this for yourself or that Cubbies fan you know and love!  You can pick up most of these products at a HUGELY reduced price for the rest of December while they last, RIGHT HERE, so get on it!!!  :)  Just choose the Blue Jean Mini Album Bundle.  You can also add the #life Enjoy Gold Overlays that I used!  :)

Merry and Bright Blog Hop!

Happy December!!!!  Whatever this month means for you and yours, this hop is full of MERRY and filled with BRIGHT!  You can just keep clicking the links at the bottom of our posts to go see the next creation.  All the links are also posted down below in case you get lost.

My MERRY this month has a LOT to do with my Cubbies winning the World Series!  I've finally begun to create a memory book to commemorate every CHEER and each FABULOUS moment along the way!  I've been saving pics on my phone during the entire playoffs and I'm excited to put the story together and relive each moment.  I plugged the pics into the Pic Collage app on my phone and printed them off on my Canon Selphy. 

Most of the products I used are included in the Blue Jean Mimi Album Bundle available in December at 30% off from Close to My Heart.  The enormity of this historic moment can truly be summed up by this adorable illustration I found...

Yes, I have lived to see the Bears, Bulls, Sox, Blackhawks, and CUBS ALL win championships!!!  :)

I used some embellishments from the Blue Dots and Swan Lake Compliments to bling it up a bit more (also on the cover of the album)...

This 2x2 Flip Flap adds an interactive and FUN aspect to re-living your memories.  I am also going to do a bit more journaling on these places to document the actual events and dates...

How PERFECT are these gold foil hearts for this page?!?!?  These overlays fit right in the 4x4 and 2x2 pocket pages that go with the Instalife Albums.

 I LOVE how it all came together...like it was meant to be...just like THIS YEAR!!!!  :)

You MUST stay tuned as I share more of the pages of this MERRY and BRIGHT memory of mine in the weeks to come!  Until then, I hope you enjoy the rest of our little MERRY and BRIGHT hop!  You are off to see what MERRY craftiness Stephanie has for you today!

Here is the entire hop line-up!  (short but MERRY!)

Amie (that's me!)

Stephanie

Becca

Wendy

This December, It's the Little Things!

Hello my crafty friends!  December 1st is here, and I am so excited to share the latest Close to My Heart sale with you!  This month, we are paying tribute to the little things.  Check out this amazing and timely deal!

"So often it’s the little things that matter most—and what better way to celebrate the little things in life than with adorable mini albums? Whether looking for a meaningful gift idea or a treasured keepsake, these mini albums are a fast and easy option, and this month you save 30%-off the retail price of the products you need!"

Priced at just $18.95 and $19.95, these will make the perfect gifts for the scrapbooker or memory keeper on your shopping list!  Each of the bundles saves you almost $10 off the retail price of the products!  See all the available bundles HERE on my CTMH website.  Order soon for delivery before Christmas!  :)

My CTMH Instalife Album

I made my daughter an adorable little Instalife Album for Valentine's Day.  I love these little 4 x 4 canvases because they don't take long at all to preserve your favorite memories. 

The album I made documents one of her life's most exciting and anticipated moments so far--her first time seeing her favorite artist in concert.

I started with this stack of supplies including the Black and White Album, City Limits Cards, Memory Protectors Mini 4x4, and Memory Protectors Mini 2x2...

Here are some of the pages I love...

These cut-out cards are SUPER fun to incorporate into the pictures.  Do you see how I cut up the photos to fit in the pockets?

My girl and I might not have the same taste in music, but she loves the gift!  These are definitely a fun and affordable little gift!  Who can you make an Instalife Album for?