As promised, here is another fun project using the Cats & Bats Scrapbooking Stamp Set + Thin Cuts dies. This Booo Box Card is not only a card but a fun treat, too! I had a lot of fun using both CTMH’s *NEW* Silver Foil Paper and Vellum Paper. Each had a great effect when … Read more Booo Box Card
Happy 1st day of Fall! I’ve been wanting to share this adorable wreath I made, but figured it would be perfect to share now that the fall season is officially here. I’m in love with the rich, warm hues of the *NEW* Falling for You Paper Collection. If you are joining us at the Holiday … Read more Falling for You Wreath
My favorite time of year is almost upon us. I love the start of autumn (even though here in California it is still hot, hot, HOT!) and all of the holiday crafting that ensues. If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that each year I do a promotion called my 12 Weeks of … Read more 12 Weeks of Christmas Coming Soon
Excitement is building for the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on Monday. Whether or not you’re in the path of totality or not, here are some fun treat ideas to celebrate this amazing occurrence: Sun Chips Eclipse Gum Moon Pie Starbursts Milky Way Candy Bars My friend put together this cute “Space Junk” Treat Bag for … Read more Prepare for the Great American Eclipse
Here’s a cute (and quick!) idea for creating a bag topper using images from Close To My Heart’s Cricut Flower Market Collection. This Cricut Collection can be purchased with a physical cartridge or as a digital collection (for the Cricut Explore.) To see the Cricut Flower Market Collection as well as the CTMH Stamp Sets … Read more Cricut Flower Market Honey Bee Treat Bag
Last week while at CTMH’s Annual Convention, Consultants got the exciting opportunity to visit the CTMH Office for a tour. Apparently, they recently just did a makeover to the office. While I never saw the office before this revamp, I must say it looked spectacular! I have a bunch of photos to share. Just look … Read more Close To My Heart’s Art Studio
Today marks the start of CTMH’s Annual Convention–well, actually, today is Leadership Day and Day 1 of Convention begins tomorrow. But even if you’re not attending Leadership (which I am & am so excited to be doing so!), you’re traveling to get to Convention and the excitement is surely building. Many CTMH Consultants will … Read more Quick & Easy Goody Bags
I love being able to share exceptional deals and today I have one I know you’ll love! 25% off all Close To My Heart cardstocks. That’s right, you can get 25% off and choose how you’d like to take advantage of the special. There are 3 ways you can enjoy this deal: Single … Read more Cardstock Carnival–25% off CTMH Cardstock
Father’s Day is rapidly approaching. Today’s project is the perfect way to package a tasty treat for dad! Close To My Heart’s *NEW* Jack Paper Collection is perfect for masculine projects–I love it! Plus, the fun coordinating Jack Scrapbooking Stamp Set + Thin Cuts dies is totally the icing on the cake! In addition to … Read more Masculine Treat Box
I hope wherever you are that your day was bright and cheerful in honor of the first day of Spring! Unfortunately, here where I am, it was overcast with a little bit of rain. But that’s okay because last week was gorgeous and I had the opportunity to make these delightful paper succulents with CTMH’s … Read more Happy First Day of Spring!
Giving a gift to someone can become even more special when you create the packaging you put it in. This darling birthday treat box is the perfect size for a small gift or a yummy treat! I used CTMH’s cute Sugar Rush Paper Collection as well as the now retired Cricut Art Philosophy Collection (the … Read more Birthday Treat Box
St. Patrick’s Day will be here before you know it! I was teaching a group of friends how to make Self-Closing Boxes last night and decided to make myself a St. Patrick’s Day themed one. I really like how it turned out! These boxes are super fun as all you need to do to open … Read more St. Patrick’s Day Self-Closing Box
It’s the final 2 days to get Close To My Heart’s February Stamp of the Month—Easter Bunny. I made this fun little treat container using this set–it could be used for Easter but it could also be a little surprise for any day! This stamp set is so adorable with it’s family of bunnies and … Read more Easter Bunny Treat Container
Paper flowers are awesome and definitely trendy right now. But the best part is, they are SUPER easy to create. While this video features holiday papers, the concept and method for creating a paper flower, holds true for any time of the year. It’s a quick 3-minute video. Give it a watch and be inspired … Read more DIY Paper Flowers
Have you grabbed your FREE Welcome Home Wreath Kit from Close To My Heart in celebration of National Papercrafting Month yet? What are you waiting for? They are simply gorgeous!! These kits are quick and easy. Simply punch out the die cuts, use the gold stickers to create your title for your banner and then … Read more FREE Wreath Kit for National Papercrafting Month