This is Not a Bill Stamp Set

Envelopes Stamped with This is Not a Bill Stamp Set

Are you a cardmaker?  Do you enjoy decorating the outside of your envelope just as much as creating that special handmade card that’s tucked inside?  Well, Close To My Heart has a *NEW* stamp set perfect for YOU! With each new catalog, they offer exclusive stamp sets only for Hostesses.  These darling envelopes were stamped … Read more This is Not a Bill Stamp Set

Card Captions Birthday Wishes Card

Card Captions Birthday Wishes Card

Card Captions Birthday Wishes Card

Today’s card shows off a technique I love to do–combine sentiments/images to create my own patterned paper.  That’s what I did with the Kraft Paper–I used the January Stamp of the Month, Card Captions, and created my own custom patterned paper.

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Heart Happy Turkish Fold Card

Heart Happy Turkish Fold Card

Heart Happy Paper Collection

Have you ordered your Heart Happy Paper yet?  I am in LOVE with all the designs in this paper pack!  It’s actually sad that these papers are only going to be available through February (or while supplies last!)

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Beautiful Titles with Alphabet Stamps

CTMH Alphabet Stamp Set Sale

Earlier this week I shared a post about Close To My Heart’s Alphabet Special.  Right now you can save 35% off our Alphabet Stamp Sets in celebration of CTMH’s 35 years in the stamping business. Beautiful Titles with Alphabet Stamps! Posted by Close To My Heart on Friday, January 11, 2019   But how would … Read more Beautiful Titles with Alphabet Stamps

Celebrate 35 Years with Close To My Heart

CTMH Alphabet Stamp Set Sale

Alphabet Stamp Set Sale

2019 marks the 35th Anniversary since Jeanette Lynton, Close To My Heart’s founder, first started designing and selling stamps.  To kick off the festivities for the year, you can save 35% on all our Alphabet Stamp Sets the whole month of January!

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Heart Happy You & Me Card

Heart Happy You & Me Card

Heart Happy You & Me Card

A few weeks ago I shared about our lovely *NEW* Heart Happy Collection.  You can see that post HERE.  Today, I wanted to share a little more about this amazing collection.

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It’s the Final Day!

Candy Cane Alphabet Scrapbook Layout

Candy Cane Alphabet Scrapbook Layout

It’s the last day of December.  And the last day of 2018.  It’s also the last day for many Close To My Heart Specials!  Be sure to grab your favorites before it’s too late…

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Tip: Achieve Double Benefits with Twine

CTMH Wishing Best Card

CTMH White & Bronze Twine

Don’t you love it when you get a great deal on something?  Maybe it was something you’ve had your eye on and suddenly it’s on sale!  Or maybe it’s a trick a friend shows you that adds value to something you already own.  Well, that’s what I’m going to share with you today.  A fun and easy trick to get double the benefit out of your twine.

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CTMH Seasonal Expressions Sneak Peek & Giveaway

2019 CTMH Seasonal Expressions Catalog

Yesterday on Close To My Heart’s blog, they showed the first sneak peek of the *NEW* Seasonal Expressions Catalog that will be released along with tons of fabulous *NEW* products on January 1st.   Isn’t the cover stunning?  The letters are in a beautiful rose gold foil.   You can almost feel the excitement of the 35th … Read more CTMH Seasonal Expressions Sneak Peek & Giveaway

Make Your Heart Happy!

Heart Happy Kit Projects

Heart Happy Kit Projects

What makes your heart happy?  For us, there’s an easy answer: papercrafting! Whatever type of papercrafting you like best, you will be delighted by the new Heart Happy Collection, featuring an exclusive paper packet, sticker sheet, cardstock pack, and stamp set!

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Merry Everything Card

Merry Everything Card

Today’s card is another quick card design with a simple technique to add a special touch to it.  To achieve the Ombre Effect, ink up your stamp image as usual and then stamp it on a piece of scratch paper (this would become Second Generation Stamping if you then stamped the lighter tone on your … Read more Merry Everything Card