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5 Reasons You Need the CTMH Die-Cutting Machine

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CTMH Die-cutting & Embossing Machine

Today I want to share the 5 reasons you need the CTMH Die-cutting Machine. To be completely transparent, I should share that I only recently got one myself (just a couple of months ago.) So many people had raved about it. But the dilemma was that I already owned 2 other die-cutting machines and felt … Read more 5 Reasons You Need the CTMH Die-Cutting Machine

CTMH Card Front Stencils

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CTMH Card Front Stencil Bundle

For today’s Make It Monday (79th edition), I wanted to share some inspiration on the *NEW* CTMH Card Front Stencils. Earlier this month I shared how you could get one of these stencils for FREE–as a thank you from me. It only made sense for me to show you some fun ways to put these … Read more CTMH Card Front Stencils

CTMH Crafting Shapes Dies

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CTMH Crafty Shapes Thin Cuts Dies

Today I want to share this short video that showcases some of our *NEW* (and adorable!) Crafting Shapes Thin Cuts dies.  The best part of this video though is the useful tips that are shared!  You can never have enough crafty tips, right?! If you love die cutting AND crafting, then you're going to absolutely … Read more CTMH Crafting Shapes Dies

Perfectly Centered & Aligned Scrapbook Titles

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CTMH VersaMat

How to stamp perfectly centered and aligned titles + a bonus ombrè technique! 🍑#ctmh #stamping #ombre #papercraft #scrapbooking #closetomyheart Posted by Close To My Heart on Wednesday, September 19, 2018   Today I’m sharing this fabulous 5-minute video showing you how easy it can be to center and align your scrapbook titles.  I  love how … Read more Perfectly Centered & Aligned Scrapbook Titles

I Can’t BELIEVE This Product Is Retiring!

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Bashful Shimmer Brush

CTMH Seasonal Expressions 1 Catalog

It’s one week until until the *NEW* Close To My Heart Seasonal Expressions 2 Catalog debuts!   This sadly means that several items contained in the Seasonal Expressions 1 Catalog will be retiring.  One shocker for me is that the Bashful Shimmer Brush is now going to retire.  Initially it was set to continue through the next catalog, but CTMH just announced that they will be retiring it as of April 30th.  I can’t believe it!

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CTMH Thin Cuts Dies Without Stamping

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Hearts Thin Cuts Dies

I have fallen in love with all of CTMH’s *NEW* Thin Cuts Dies.  Initially, CTMH only offered Thin Cuts that coordinated with stamps (which is awesome, of course!) but now they also have a wonderful variety of Thin Cuts Dies that are meant to stand alone.  Check out this short video to learn more. And … Read more CTMH Thin Cuts Dies Without Stamping

Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Pocket Function

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Artfully Sent Pocket Thank You Card

Today’s Tool Time is about the Pocket Function on CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Cartridge.  While these versatile cards are designed for quick pocket-style scrapbooking, they are absolutely perfect for crafting quick cards like I made here. And don’t forget you can utilize those cut out pieces to tie it all together, as I’ve done with … Read more Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Pocket Function

Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Sleeve Function

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Cricut Artfully Sent Collection

  Today’s Tool Time will focus on the Sleeve Function of CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Collection.  This function holds dozens of options that will lend beautiful depth and complexity to your cards in a matter of seconds.  It’s all about layering!  Watch this short video and learn about the two styles of cards you can … Read more Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Sleeve Function

Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Scene Function

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This week’s Tool Time is going to explore the Scene Function of CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent cartridge.  The style of cards included are the Swing Card, the Gate Fold Card, and a variety of Layered Scene Cards.  You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create stunning cards and how little you need to add … Read more Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent Scene Function

Tool Time: Cricut Artfully Sent Pop-up Cards with Icons

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Cricut Artfully Sent Collection

Today’s Tool Time is going to focus on the Pop-up Cards with Icons function of the Cricut Artfully Sent Collection.  In this 6-minute video, you’ll see some beautiful examples of the styles of pop-up cards you can create with this cartridge–but you’ll also get some great paper craft tips, too!

Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent – The Basics

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Cricut Artfully Sent Sample Card

This week’s Tool Time is going to help guide you through some of the basics of CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent cartridge.   It will show you each different function contained on this cartridge: Alphabet and numbers Envelopes and envelope liners Pop-up cards Scene cards Sleeve cards Overlay cards Pocket cards   Be sure to check … Read more Tool Time: CTMH’s Cricut Artfully Sent – The Basics