Law & Order SVU & True Blood:)

Totally off topic post, but I was watching SVU on Netflix, (huge fan!) and the new True Blood season is coming to us June 10th!!! and I couldn't help but note how many true blood actors have been on SVU! I looked through google and ther isn't really anything on that so I am creating this list and if I'm missing any actor, please let me know:) Sam Trammell - Sam Merlotte (was on Criminal Intent)... Ryan Kwanten - Jason Stackhouse... Chris Bauer - Andy Bellefleur... Carrie Preston - Arlene Fowler... Deborah Ann Woll - Jessica Hamby... Kevin Alejandro - Jesus Velasquez... Marshall Allman - Tommy Mickens... Michael Raymond-James - Rene Lenier... James Frain - Franklin Mott... and of course Christopher Meloni aka Detective Stabler and now True Blood's 'Roman' If anyone knows any other characters comment so we can get this list going:) Even if you are just a fan comment!!! I think it's interesting to find this amount of characters/actors 'sharing' a show. Night!

Life is happening!

So I haven't been on for a while and that is due to LIFE! I have been busy with work and school and my own personal life that it has just been difficult. I can't complain, but I can write about it:) So I am totally grateful to have an amazing group for this class session. I have never had a group like this before. The group in general is so supportive of everyone, it's amazing:) For those of you that don't know, I currently attend the University of Phoenix - Axia College. Yes, it's crazy expensive, but I figure I'll be done with my BA by next November so it might be worth it. Only if I can land a job in the area I want to be in and that is Social Work:) I love working with people, especially kids. Anyway, I have also been working on some invites I got an order for. They are pretty cool too. I'll post a pic for ya'll! They are taking a little longer than expected but details matter for me! Anyway again, I'm trying to reach more people in this blog thing,(side note, i'm totally working on that as I'm writing this. My boss gave me some pointers so hopefully I can get it going:)) Sooo, if you know anyone who is in need of invites or greeting cards let me know! I will be making some different designs, some simple stuff and selling them. Not sure how it's going to happen, but if you have any pointers on that please let me know! I will leave you with this, go watch the AVENGERS!!! Imax 3D is a must! I saw it with my boyfriend last week and it was amazing! The only thing that sucks is that once you watch a movie in Imax 3D, everything else looks like crap! We're going to go to LA and watch The Dark Knight Rises and Prometheus at City Walk. Should be fun!

I want to let you all know that I am having a special going on right now:) Special event in the honor of me going back to school! The first 5 people to order over $50 will receive a special card kit that will include an example card and materials to make four more cards. Those who spend at least $75 (including shipping and tax!) will automatically receive the kit. You must join my gathering at the bottom of the page (Jessica Barajas). Email me your information after placing your order and I will get you your goodies asap:) This deal is ending May 4th so hurry! Happy shopping!

The goings on...

So I have been super busy!!! School started again. Family came down from out of the country and of course spring break day camp at work! Man what a month and it's not even over yet! Anyway, I had an order put for some birthday invites. Just wanted to show some cards I made so far and some others I made for fun:)Need invites? Shoot me an email and we can come up with a solution to that. I will cut a reasonable deal. Depending on what you want and what I can deliver I can give you an estimate... Ok enough money talk! I have a gathering closing this coming may 4th for those who are interested in ordering, submit your info and I will send you a card kit FREE! That's right I care about my customers;) so check out my website www.jessicabarajas86.ctmh.com ... Now enjoy the pictures!!!

Calling all Cricut owners!

 I gotta tell y'all how often I use this cartridge and the answer is everyday! I have had so much fun playing with this it is just fantastic. If you are interested in getting this bundle, please click on my link and order from me. Shipping is quick and easy. Let me explain what you get in the bundle. You get the Close To My Heart Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge with over 700 images, that's right, 700. You get three stamps sets that coordinate with the cartridge and three sheets of chipboard tags that coordinate with the stamps and images. All for only $99 (plus tax, shipping and handling). Most Cricut cartridges go from $45-$70, and you're only getting the cartridge. This is a great buy because you are getting so much more than the cartridge. Check my website for more information or contact me!

Easy Shmeazy Picture Frames:)
Materials needed:

• Close To My Heart Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge
• Cricut Personal Paper Machine 
• Sponge
• Your favorite glue pen I used the Martha Stewart glue pen because that's all I had:)
• Close To My Heart Exclusive Stamp Pads - I used: Bamboo, Indian Corn Blue, Cocoa, Goldrush and Star Spangled Blue 
• Hot glue gun

First Plug your cricut machine in and put your cartridge in. I chose the image on page 58 on the lower right hand corner and the rose image. I set the corner swirl image at 3 in and the rose at 2.5 in.

 After you have cut out your images grab your ink and sponge and get ready to dig and sweep the outer part of the rose.

Go ahead and grab the sponge, press it against the ink and brush the rose image. You want to have a sweeping motion going one way.

Now with the quilling tool or a pen, start to wrap the smallest part of the rose around and just roll.

Now pull the tool out of the flower, but go slow so that it doesn't rip apart. You should have your glue gun plugged in already so that you can go ahead and put some glue in the middle of that half moon part of the rose. Press the flower into the glue gently and hold for a few seconds. Be cautious of the heat!

Now you want to grab your frame, peel any protective covering it may have and use your glue pen to place glue on the back part of the swirl image. Place on the frame and put hot glue on the back part of the rose. Now place the rose in the corner of the swirl image. Not too hard right!

Made these picture frames for my first 5 likes on Facebook. Pretty easy to make all you need is a plastic picture frame, (got these at Walmart each for under a buck), your favorite paper, a Cricut personal paper cutter, and the Close To My Heart Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge. Click on my link and order it today! Optional add on I used was a quilling tool, but a pen works the same. Details to come soon!

Hello!

Hello all and welcome to my new blog. My name is Jessica Barajas and I am an independent consultant for Close To My Heart. A Company that delivers to the max on the latest scrap booking, card making and paper crafts movement! I am happy to come to you from San Diego, CA. I love paper crafts! I am new to the blog thing so please have some patience:) I will be posting video tutorials, specials and most importantly be here to answer questions about the business and materials you need. I am so excited to be starting this! Feel free to pass this blog along to your friends and family. If you would like more information about being a part of my team please email me or give me a call! We can go through the process together and why not take advantage of the great opportunities ahead of you with this company!