Last week we celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week at my kids’ school. Another parent and I organized what we would do each day for the teachers and staff. For Monday, we asked families to contribute a food item for a buffet lunch. We tried to structure it so we would have a nice balance of items … Read more Teacher Appreciation Week
Learn how you can use CTMH’s Cricut Artbooking cartridge to decorate picture-perfect pennant frames. From flowers to snowflakes to titles, you will love the versatility, ease and look of these artistic embellishments. In four short minutes you’ll be inspired to create your own pennant frame!
Here’s a fun Spring themed project you can make using the CTMH Cricut Artiste Collection. The inspiration was all the beautiful blooming daffodils outside. I cut the box, the flower, the pennant banner and the grass border out on the Artiste cartridge. I embossed the box and then sanded it to get a little more … Read more Artiste Flower Treat Tube
This Mother’s Day album is such a fabulous project and a very special gift to give to your mother this Mother’s Day. You can create your own heartfelt Mother’s Day gift complete with photos, embellishments, and sweet sentiments using the My Creations™ Hip Pics album and the My Acrylix™ Mother’s Day stamp set from Close … Read more Mother’s Day Mini Album
Get the most out of Close To My Heart’s Cricut® Artbooking cartridge with these fun home décor ideas. Watch this short 4-1/2 minute video and learn how to create decorative floating frames and functional message boards quickly and easily. To learn more about the Cricut Artbooking Collection, click HERE.
I love Close To My Heart’s Workshop on the Go Kits! You know those days when you are feeling creatively challenged? These kits are a no brainer option! They come with everything you need–just add inks, blocks and adhesive and you’re good to go! You can get card kits, scrapbook kits and even home decor … Read more CTMH’s Workshops on the Go: A No Brainer!
Today we are going to look at the expanded Base & Bling line from Close To My Heart. It’s more sophisticated than ever! With four distinct styles of classy, customizable elements, you’re sure to find the perfect bling for your unique personality. Spend 2 short minutes to watch this video and learn more about this … Read more Base & Bling at Its Finest
Want to make a fun, but quick & easy mini album? Here’s a great one to make in no time at all! Step 1: Cut desired number of album pages to 4″ x 5-1/2″ (you can make 6 pages from one 12×12 sheet of cardstock.) Step 2: Score pages at 1-1/4″. Step … Read more How to Make an Easy Mini Album
If you are familiar with Close To My Heart, you know that they have been designing digital freebies the last several months–ever since our annual Convention this past summer. They are only available the month offered and this month’s freebie is right on target–FREE Valentines! You can find them HERE. Be sure to save them … Read more Quick & Easy Valentine’s Day Cards
I had to share this awesome video with you as it’s got some great inspiration. Just yesterday I was thinking I wanted to make some heart garland for Valentine’s Day…now I have a darling example that is oh so easy! Watch it for yourself and be inspired! Plus, wait until you see the filmstrip idea!! … Read more DIY: Easy 3-D Effects with Cricut Shapes
Looking for a fun and creative project to start out 2014? Why not create a one-of-a-kind calendar? Watch this 5-minute video to see how you can craft an adorable calendar using CTMH’s Cricut Artbooking cartridge and Designed Decor Flip Stand Album. You’ll see how you can decorate the pages with your favorite papers, embellishments and … Read more Create a Calendar for the New Year
It’s time for another Pajama Party! Close To My Heart has teamed up once again with Big Picture Classes and will be showing us how to create this lovely Valentine’s Day scrapbook page. This FREE webcast will air Thursday, January 30 at 6:00 (PST). The Pajama Party will be available for FREE at BigPictureClasses.com on … Read more Valentine’s Scrapbook Layout
About a month ago I received a bunch (2 full boxes!) of used beakers that were about to be thrown out. There are so many great things you can do to re-use these. So this upcycled beaker vase became one of this month’s Stamp Club projects! Quick and easy, but very delightful! It only takes … Read more Upcycled Beaker Vase
Is this the year you’ve decided you’d like to create handmade holiday cards to send to family and friends? Or maybe you’re just feeling creatively stuck this year? Now’s the time to schedule your Holiday Card Consultation with me! You’ll receive a one-on-one consultation time where you’ll share with me what style of card you … Read more Holiday Card Consultation Service
Looking for a new way to store your favorite cards and other small keepsakes? Try the *NEW* My Creations Kraft Pocket Album from CTMH! This album is brimming with space for your memories. Watch this short 5-minute video to learn a few techniques on how to give it personality with stamps, paper and accessories. To … Read more Kraft Pocket Album Ideas