Happy Autumn Pocket Card

  I always fall in love with Close To My Heart’s Autumn/Winter Idea Books.  I absolutely love the rich, warm hues of autumn colors.  So it wasn’t surprising that one of the first paper packs I was drawn to was the Huntington Collection.  I created this beautiful Happy Autumn pocket card as one of this … Read more Happy Autumn Pocket Card

CTMH Hostess Rewards: Better than Ever!

Remember last week when I shared with you about Close To My Heart’s *NEW* Hostess Exclusive Stamp Sets?  Watch this 4-minute video to see one of these awesome sets in action (even before the Idea Book went live, I knew this particular stamp set would be a favorite–it’s so darn trendy!!)  And if you want … Read more CTMH Hostess Rewards: Better than Ever!

Cocoa – My Goto Color!

If you know me and my crafting habits, you know two things…1.) I almost always add sponging to my projects and 2.) my favorite CTMH color is Cocoa.  It’s true.  It always seems to find a way into my projects…it looks so good with any color! It’s great with Cranberry!     It’s great with … Read more Cocoa – My Goto Color!

Cricut Artbooking–Are You Ready?!?

By now I’m sure everyone has heard the news–but just in case you haven’t, Close To My Heart has another *NEW* exclusive Cricut Cartridge!  The new collection is called Artbooking.  And here is a look at the amazing 700 images you can cut with it (Can you believe it?  Another 700 images!!!)       … Read more Cricut Artbooking–Are You Ready?!?

Another Pajama Party!

Close To My Heart is teaming up with Big Picture Classes again to bring you a live webcast with step-by-step instructions for making this layout using the *NEW* Cricut Artbooking collection (available August 1st!!) The FREE webcast will air this Wednesday–July 31 at 7:00 pm (MDT).  During the presentation, you’ll learn to make several projects … Read more Another Pajama Party!

Canvas Art Kit–50% Off!

All month long, get the discounted Workshops on the Go Canvas Art Kit with no qualifying purchase.  You can get this trendy kit to create your own canvas art to hang in your home, regularly priced at $39.95, now discounted to $19.95–more than 50% off!  Take papercrafting to the next level with this adorable home … Read more Canvas Art Kit–50% Off!

Join Us For a Summer Celebration!

Want to be the first to get your hands on the brand *NEW* Autumn/Winter Close To My Heart products?  Join us for a Summer Celebration you won’t soon forget!!  There will be: Make-n-Takes with the *NEW* products Gifts for all attendees (must RSVP to guarantee your gift!) *NEW* product and projects made with them on … Read more Join Us For a Summer Celebration!

July Stamp of the Month: Sweet Life

  This is one of the cards that my Stamp Club will make this month.  It uses CTMH’s July Stamp of the Month–Sweet Life along with a few fun techniques and the Cricut Artiste cartridge (LOVE this cartridge!)  Other supplies used are: Kraft, Cranberry & Colonial White Cardstock Cocoa, Cranberry & Champagne inks Watercolor Pencils Bitty … Read more July Stamp of the Month: Sweet Life

Monochromatic Magic

  One of the fun parts of attending CTMH’s Annual Convention is participating in the card swaps.  It’s a great chance to be inspired by different styles, learn new techniques and be reminded of some classic tricks you may not have used in awhile.  The latter is the case with the card above.  It’s a … Read more Monochromatic Magic

Happy 4th of July with Home of the Brave

  Wishing you a fabulous 4th of July!  CTMH’s Military Promotional Stamp Set–Home of the Brave–is perfect for a card for this occasion (or for creating a layout with the photos from today’s BBQ’s!)  Add in some fun Glitz Glitter Gel for the fireworks and a little color to the Color-Ready Seam Binding and you’re … Read more Happy 4th of July with Home of the Brave

Sweet Life Stamp of the Month

Close To My Heart’s July Stamp of the Month—Sweet Life, includes 9 images for only $5 with a qualifying $50 order.  As always, this set is only available during the month of July. Let’s look at the beautiful projects you can make with this limited-time stamp set… a beautiful clear pillow box perfect for gift-giving. … Read more Sweet Life Stamp of the Month