Kristina Baldwin I wanted to share this video recap of our CTMH Convention this year to show you just how much fun and creative inspiration you receive being a CTMH Consultant. (And if you are watching closely, you’ll get to see some of the amazing cards that can be made with our *NEW* Cricut Artfully Sent!) It … Read more Join the Fun–Become a CTMH Consultant
Need to thank someone? Why not make an amazing matchbox sized to fit a gift card using CTMH’s Cricut Artiste Collection? Even the 3-D flower was created using the Cricut Artiste cartridge. And don’t forget to line the inside of your box for a little extra detail! Be sure to check out my other … Read more Cricut Artiste Matchbox Gift Card Holder
With Picture My Life Scrapbooking Programs being the focus of this month’s special with Close To My Heart, I thought it would be fun to show you some other ideas throughout the month that you can do with these pocket scrapbooking programs aside from their intended use. This first idea is compliments of my roomie … Read more Mini Album with Picture My Life
If you’re not on our mailing list, you recently missed a fabulous project idea with our *NEW* Designer Creations Slate Paper Bags. Each month, our newsletter shares project ideas complete with step-by-step instructions, tips and techniques as well as answers to common stamping & scrapbooking questions. It’s easy to signup. Simply fill out the form … Read more Like FREE Project Ideas?
During the month of August, when you purchase any of the 13 available Picture My Life Scrapbooking Programs featured in the *NEW* Annual Inspirations Idea Book at their full retail price of $24.95, you are eligible to add your choice of 1 of 8 qualifying Memory Protectors 10-packs for just $3! Each Picture My Life … Read more Picture Perfection with Picture My Life Special
This is the first project I made with Close To My Heart’s August Stamp of the Month—What a Hoot. It uses the *NEW* Woodgrain Embossing Folder (which I then inked after I embossed it for additional depth and texture) and our *NEW* ShinHan Alcohol Markers. This fun card will be one of the projects my … Read more What a Hoot Tree Card
Fall will be swooping in before we know it, and there is no better way to welcome in crispy breezes and falling leaves than with the August Stamp of the Month, What a Hoot! When you place an order of $50 or more, these festive fowls can join your aviary for only $5! The quirky … Read more What a Hoot August Stamp of the Month
It’s time to celebrate Close To My Heart’s release of their *NEW* Annual Inspirations. In this new catalog format, you’ll find nearly 200 pages of wonderful paper collections, stamps, embellishments and more! To view the Annual Inspirations online, click HERE. OR to request a copy to be mailed to you, click HERE.
This is a second project we did at my Custom Cricut Class. I altered the Cricut Artiste Present Card to hold a gift card by adding one of our now retired small paper bags. I love how the pinked edges create the look of some tissue paper popping out! This project was super simple to … Read more Cricut Artiste Present Gift Card Holder
Last night, I taught a Custom Cricut Class. There were 2 objectives…1.) show them how to use their *NEW* Cricut Explore Machines and 2.) create some gift card holders. This scallop edge gift card holder card made from CTMH’s Cricut Artiste Collection was one of three projects we made. This was to give them … Read more Cricut Artiste Gift Card Holder
The stamp set Mother’s Day–with 8 different images–is a bit sassy with a retro feel to the images of the moms. This card I received from Joy M. is a great example of incorporating many fun embellishments for a true “wow” factor to the card. The supplies she used on this card are: Mother’s Day … Read more A Sassy Card for Mom
Glue or adhesive is one of the most personalized tool a crafter has. There are so many choices out there–each having their own pros and cons. Close To My Heart has a wonderful 2-way glue called Bonding Memories. It comes in both a broad tip as well as a small-tipped pen version (great for adding … Read more Bonding Memories: The perfect 2-way glue
Need a quick and simple hello card to send to a friend? Today’s card is just that! The fun and whimsical letters contained in this month’s Stamp of the Month make it easy to create any sentiment you need for your cards (or perfect titles for scrapbook layouts!) The longest part of making this card … Read more Hello Circus Alphabet Card
Today’s card is one of the projects my Stamp Club made this month. Everyone liked the unique spin on a traditional sized card. With simple modifications you can change the look of a card dramatically. I simply cut away the top third of the card and had them use a circle punch to draw the … Read more Just Because Card
Watch this 6-minute video to learn how to make your own perfect party favors using CTMH’s Cricut Artiste Collection along with the My Acrylix Big Top Stamp set. You’ll fall in love with these cute and easy ideas!