DIY Easter Projects for You & Your Kids!

Celebrate Easter Basket

Angle View My Peeps Easter Treat Holder

Today’s inspiration is all about preparing for Easter.  This morning my daughter asked me if we would be doing anything for Easter since we didn’t really do much for St. Patrick’s Day.  (I generally try to decorate our home, even if it’s only a tiny amount, as well as to do or make something a little extra special for that particular holiday to make it more memorable.)  Well, with all that is going on around the world with COVID-19, I admit our St. Patrick’s Day didn’t quite live up to past ones.

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A Cardmaking Kit To Spread Joy

CTMH Craft with Heart Sunshine Card Closeup

CTMH Craft with Heart Sunshine Card

Today I went back to my past Craft with Heart Cardmaking Subscription Box to make up some quick cards.  I was short on time, but I also didn’t want to lose my momentum of working on completing some of my undone projects (we all have them, right?!)

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St. Patrick’s Day & Social Distancing

CTMH Chevron Shamrock Card

CTMH Chevron Shamrock Card

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  For most, this particular holiday won’t seem quite the same this year with the new norm of social distancing.  Parades have been cancelled, bars closed and where I live, you basically have to avoid someone if you see them approaching you on the sidewalk! 

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These Are My People Special

Close To My Heart These Are My People Special

Close To My Heart These Are My People Special

Close To My Heart’s March Special, These Are My People, is the perfect way to document all your special relationships with the people that mean the most to you.   

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Make a Shamrock from Be Mine Heart Banner Kit

CTMH Be Mine Shamrock

CTMH Be Mine Heart Banner Kit

Close To My Heart currently has this super fun Wooden Heart Banner Kit available.  It’s called the Be Mine Kit.  While it most definitely makes an adorable banner, I saw another wonderful possibility that I want to share with you today!

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You’re So Lovely Card

CTMH Love Your Story Card

CTMH Love Your Story Card

Today I wanted to share a gorgeous card that I received from DeAnn Buser.  There are many beautiful elements to this card!  First, let’s start with the delightful stamp set called Love Your Story.

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Fun Techniques with Stamptacular Sale

CTMH You Make Me Smile Card

It’s the final week of the Close To My Heart Stamptacular Sale.  This video shows you a few quick and easy techniques that will give you stunning results with your projects. Stamptacular artwork & techniques!✨ Posted by Close To My Heart on Friday, February 21, 2020   Be sure to grab your favorite Close To … Read more Fun Techniques with Stamptacular Sale

A Simple Hello

CTMH Floral Borders Hello Card

CTMH Floral Borders Hello Card

Today I’m sharing a simple hello card created with Close To My Heart’s Floral Borders Stamp Set.  This set offers both a solid and an outline border image of flowers.  There are so many fun techniques you could do with this set!

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Lucky in Love Flash Sale!

CTMH Lucky in Love Flash Sale

Luck is in the air with the great deals available through the Lucky in Love Flash Sale!  Enjoy savings on individual items, bundles, and an exclusive stamp set and paper bundle starting tomorrow, February 14, 2020 at 2 pm (PST) through Sunday, February 16 at 1:59 pm. Be sure to shop early for the best … Read more Lucky in Love Flash Sale!

You’re Amazing Handmade Card

CTMH You're Amazing Card

CTMH You're Amazing Card

Sometimes a simple card design paired with a simple and meaningful sentiment can be the best gift to someone.  Can you imagine receiving such a lovely sentiment from a friend in your mailbox?  It’d feel pretty nice, right?!

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Cherishing Her February Stamp of the Month

CTMH Cherishing Her Handmade Cards

CTMH February Stamp of the Month, Cherishing Her

It’s time for a *NEW* Close To My Heart Stamp of the Month!  And let me just say that the February Stamp Set, Cherishing Her is a must-have!  Really.  I love the sentiments.  I love the font.  I love the flowers.  It’s truly a must-have in my book.

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