Kristina Baldwin

Explore CTMH’s Magical Paper Collection

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CTMH's Magical Paper Collection

Magical, is one of Close To My Heart’s latest paper collections–and one that is super popular with summer amusement park trips!  If you haven’t checked it out yet, here is a great video showcasing the wonderful patterns you’ll find in the collection as well as the amazing products that compliment the collection. Plus, you’ll get a … Read more Explore CTMH’s Magical Paper Collection

Celebrate with Ice Cream

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Carnival Fun Ice Cream Card

Carnival Fun Ice Cream Card

Did you know that the third Sunday of July is National Ice Cream Day?  Yep, that was yesterday!  Did you celebrate?  I not only celebrated with ice cream with my kids, but also played with this awesome Carnival Fun Stamp Set from Close To My Heart, along with the coordinating Carnival Fun Thin Cuts dies, to create this darling card.

Carnival Fun Stamp Set

Not only does talking about National Ice Cream Day allow me to share this adorable stamp set, but it also gives me the chance to showcase a super cool trick you can do with this particular set of Thin Cuts that you might not have thought to do before.

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From the Notebook Card

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From the Notebook July SOTM Card

From the Notebook July SOTM Card

This card not only uses this month’s Close To My Heart Stamp of the Month—From the Notebook, but also several items that will be retiring at the end of this month.  It’s a great time to snatch up these items before they are discontinued!

July 2016 From the Notebook Stamp Set

The first thing I did was cut out the notebook paper from the Cricut Artbooking Collection–I mean how could you pass up pairing the stamp set with this awesome cut!?!

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How to Create a Chalkboard Work of Art

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CTMH Magnetic Chalkboard

Have you admired beautiful chalkboards but always felt a little nervous about trying it out yourself?  This quick 2-minute video will show you how to turn Close To My Heart’s Red Magnetic Chalkboard into a work of art! Even I learned a new trick!  One thing she doesn’t mention in this video is if you … Read more How to Create a Chalkboard Work of Art

4th of July Banner

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Star Banner

Star Banner

Happy 4th of July!!  This Stars & Stripes Banner is a direct result of my daughter telling me that we hadn’t decorated enough for Independence Day this year. An easy fix–create a quick banner using the Cricut!

Grab a few simple supplies…

Supplies for Stars & Stripes Banner

  • Stars cut in both White Daisy CS (1385) and Sapphire CS (X5775)
  • Sapphire Stamp Pad (Z2648)
  • Cranberry Stamp Pad (Z2116)
  • Pennants cut in Cranberry CS (1272)
  • White Shimmer Trim (Z3024)
  • 3-D Foam Tape (Z1151)
  • Base & Bling Adhesive Strips (Z1904)
  • Sponge Daubers (Z726)
  • Twine
  • Confetti Stars
  • Transparencies or page protectors (cut into squares)
  • 1/8″ Circle Punch

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Why July Is The Perfect Time To Start Your Own Stamping Business!

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CTMH July Consultant Special

July is the perfect time to start your own stamping business and become a Close To My Heart Consultant. During the month of July, not only will you receive a brand *NEW* Consultant Kit full of product not yet released… BUT…you also get to select your choice of a *NEW* Fundamental Paper Pack (Whimsy, Adventure … Read more Why July Is The Perfect Time To Start Your Own Stamping Business!

Beyond Awesome Artistry Card

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CTMH You are Awesome Card

Close To My Heart’s *NEW* Beyond Awesome Stamp Set is the perfect partner to the exclusive CTMH Cricut Artistry Collection. I love the powerful positive statements in the Beyond Awesome Set. And then you pair it with the cool ‘awesome frame’ from the Cricut Artistry Collection, and you have an amazing card! For this particular … Read more Beyond Awesome Artistry Card

Carnival Fun Popcorn Party Card

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Open Carnival Fun Popcorn Party Card

This is one of the cards we created in this month’s Technique Time Class.    It’s a great way to use your Thin Cuts Dies and get extra visual appeal with not a lot of extra effort! This *NEW* Carnival Fun Stamp Set with coordinating Carnival Fun Thin Cuts is just too cute & perfect … Read more Carnival Fun Popcorn Party Card

New Ways to Use Your Embossing Folders

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Today I thought I’d share a quick video showing you two great ways you can use your embossing folders with the use of some ink.  Both are very similar, but with two entirely different looks. Close To My Heart is actually retiring several of their Embossing Folders this summer.  Be sure to snatch up your … Read more New Ways to Use Your Embossing Folders

Long Way Home Gift Card Holder

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The Long Way Home Gift Card Holder

The Long Way Home Gift Card Holder

When you first look at Close To My Heart’s June Stamp of the Month, The Long Way Home, my guess is you think of scrapbooking.  But it’s also pretty handy for a card, too!

June 2016 The Long Way Home Stamp Set

I decided to make a Gift Card Holder with the set as my first project.  It seemed perfect for a gift for a family member, neighbor or even a teacher who was going to be taking a fun vacation this summer. 

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June Close To My Heart Specials

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Close To My Heart Flash Sale

Close To My Heart Flash Sale

Fridays just got better!  Are you ready for some great deals to help kick off your summer crafting?!?

News flash!  During the month of June, we’re offering great deals on bundles of discounted Close To My Heart products every weekend!  Visit MY ONLINE CTMH STORE each Friday during June to find a new set of bundles.  There will be lots to choose from, but you’ll need to snatch them up quick, because they’re only available through the following Monday, while supplies last!  

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Quick & Easy Handmade Card

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Calypso Hello Card

A quick share today on how to create a quick & easy card–perfect for when you’re in a pinch and need a card! Close To My Heart has revamped their paper collections to now include 2 sheets of pre-printed cards like our Picture My Life (“PML”–pocket scrapbooking) cards.  While some of the cards are slightly … Read more Quick & Easy Handmade Card

Remember Happy Times Card

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Remember Happy Times Card

Remember Happy Times Card

This is one of the cards I made at this past weekend’s Crop.  I was so into how well it was going together that I completely missed that when I adhered it to the card base, it was on the wrong way–as in instead of opening it from the right, it was from the left!!  Yikes!  And if that isn’t funny enough, another gal at the Crop did the very same thing shortly after it happened to me.  It’s good to be reminded that we are all human, right?

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Happy Times Free Standing Pop-Up Card

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Free Standing Happy Times Pop-Up Birthday Card

This card showcases how well the exclusive Happy Times Paper Pack coordinates with the Happy Times Stamp Set.  Clearly that was the intent, but it’s so fun when you can make them come together so seamlessly! I kept it very natural with soft hues using Juniper and Canary as my color selection.  I added in … Read more Happy Times Free Standing Pop-Up Card