It’s the final day of March which means it’s the final day to grab Close To My Heart’s March Stamp of the Month–Birthday Time!
It’s the final day of March which means it’s the final day to grab Close To My Heart’s March Stamp of the Month–Birthday Time!
My April Newsletter comes out next Tuesday, April 3rd. There’s a ton of great information in there, including: a step-by-step project tutorial (shared only with my mailing list subscribers!) an amazing adhesive tip for die cut images a first look at my April Create with Kristina Kit a sneak peek at the dreamy May National … Read more April Newsletter Preview
A little over a week ago I shared information about an exclusive Close To My Heart Hostess Bundle that included getting a Cricut Explore Air 2 Machine. I thought it might be helpful for those of you interested in getting this bundle (and perhaps those that have purchased the Cricut Explore Air 2 but not … Read more How to Set Up Your Cricut Explore Air 2 Machine
Today is the last day of January. This means it is the last day to grab Close To My Heart’s Stamp of the Month. It also is the last day to celebrate National Papercrafting Month. And that means it’s also the last day to get the exclusive Love Letters Kit from Close To My Heart. While these DIY Monogram Kits are positively stunning (so spectacular in person!) they also make some pretty fabulous cards, too. It might be worth it to take a second look at these limited-time kits!!
Just in time for Valentine’s Day (or any day actually!) This month’s kit will have you creating 3 darling projects perfect for a loved one. You’ll create a fun Take-out Box, a Mini Gift Box and a stunning Pleated Card.
Today’s card is SO pretty. It’s the simple addition of vellum that just really packs a punch.
It’s a little less than a month until Valentine’s Day. It’s the perfect time to start making those handmade cards for your sweetheart!
Today’s card is another I created with Close To My Heart’s *NEW* Chelsea Gardens Cardmaking Stamp Set + Thin Cuts dies. I truly love this set and have used it SO many times already.
Today it’s rainy and pretty dreary where I live. But I actually like it. It’s a change in weather, something I feel like there isn’t enough of in California (it’s important to note that I grew up in the Midwest so I am accustomed to some pretty dramatic weather changes!) I felt like this card … Read more Welcome Spring Card
Happy National Papercrafting Month! It’s always fun to have a reason to create, right?!? Well, Close To My Heart has a gorgeous project for you. And I mean absolutely gorgeous. This month only, you can grab your choice of Love Letter Kits exclusively from Close To My Heart. Plus, when you order 5 letters, you … Read more National Papercrafting Month Love Letters
The only thing better than making handmade cards for friends and family is receiving a handmade card! I love seeing all the creativity that is poured into making a handmade card. I especially love this card I received from one of my teammates, Elizabeth. The idea of using a circle behind the snow globe is … Read more Holiday Snow Globe Card
Today I’m sharing another quick and easy DIY Holiday project–a Cookie Cutter Ornament! Holiday cookie cutters can be used for more than just making festive holiday cookies. You can use them to create darling ornaments perfect for keeping for yourself or for giving away. You really only need 4 items: Cookie Cutter Paper String or … Read more Christmas Tree Cookie Cutter Ornament
Have you seen the cover of Close To My Heart’s Seasonal Expressions Catalog? It’s got a darling Christmas Village on it. So cute that many have been asking how they can create their very own Christmas village! Well, today Close To My Heart has answered the many, many requests on their blog. The winter … Read more A DIY Christmas Village Tutorial
Halloween is a little less than 2 weeks away…are you ready for it?! Today I thought I’d share a really quick and easy Halloween project idea. It’s a Halloween gift bag created with Close To My Heart’s Cats & Bats Collection. I found some cute little gift bags in black and orange at Michaels and … Read more A Cute & Simple Halloween Gift Bag
This month Close To My Heart is trying to give more to Operation Smile–the organization they’ve supported for nearly a decade. In fact, just this weekend while I was at a scrapbooking retreat hosted by Close To My Heart, we raised nearly $10,000 through an auction. It was enough to save a mission to Mexico … Read more Punny Pals Halloween Boxes