It is HERE!

You heard me right. It is here! The new Autumn/Winter 2012 idea book. Here is a list of just a few of the fabulous finds in this new idea book:

• The Cricut^® Artiste collection: a brand new, project-centric cartridge loaded with themed shapes and 3-D items galore, grouped by key for fast and simple creations.
• 13 new Workshops on the Go^® kits, including 2 cardmaking kits, 2 unique home décor kits, and 1 fun-filled Halloween party Cricut^® kit.
• New marker sets with alcohol-based ink, each featuring an Exclusive Inks^®marker accompanied by a coordinating lighter or darker shade marker for gorgeous shading, blending, and coloring.
• A preview of 6 new Express Collections now available in our Studio J^® online design software.
• A wooden Display Tray with hangers and a My Creations^® Star—just a sampling of lots of new home décor offerings.

  You can view the idea book online or if you would like your own copy give me a call or drop me an email and I will get one mailed out to you.

Promotions:

  After you check out the new idea book and if your wish list is as long as mine you will love this month's promotion. When a new Consultant joins my Close To My Heart team in August not only will you receive a fabulous discount as a consultant you will also receive an exclusive Damask Tote Bag for FREE (retail value $50)! This offer has limited availability, so if you are considering joining my team do it now! This offer is good for both the $49 and $99 New Consultant Kits (while supplies last). Yes, this is the same cute bag Consultants who attended Convention 2012 in Dallas received.

   With a new month we also have a new stamp of the month. August SOM is called Baroque Borders. Just like the name it is filled with beautiful baroque images that are perfect for creating your own pattern paper, boarders or accent flourishes.
  You can pick up this set for just $5 when you place a $50 order from the new Autumn/Winter 2012 idea book. Or you can just order the set for regular price $17.95. I will be sharing more artwork throughout the month so stay tuned.

Perfect Pair - Last 2 Days and Final 2 Pairs!

 The Perfect Pair promotion is drawing to a close with our last 2 perfect pairs. Here is a review of the Promotion details:  Place an online order on my website of $75 or more during July and receive a paper packet and coordinating embellishment FREE—it’s a Perfect Pair! Which specific paper packet and embellishment you receive is based on the date you place their order (see below). This special applies to online shopping orders only.  While supplies last. Discounted products do not count toward a qualifying purchase. You do not get to pick which set you will get.

Here are the details about the pairs you get depending on the dates you order:

July 30-31     Believe Paper packet and Holiday pockets                                          $14.90

                       OR Wonderland paper packet and Wonderland My Stickease            $17.90

  The two layouts above feature the Believe paper packet and those adorable holiday pockets. The 2 layouts below were created with the elegant Wonderland paper packet and Wonderland My Stickease. Talk about a perfect Christmas in July promotion!  This is your last chance to get your hands on this fabulous paper so head straight over to my website and place your order!

  Don't forget that you will also qualify to receive the July Stamp of the Month: Live Out Loud for only $5.00!

Wedding Card: Perfect Pair

  I made this card yesterday for my card group swap. I noticed that the Sophia paper (what I used for this layout) is the perfect pair set RIGHT NOW! Love this paper!
  Here is a review of the promotion details: Place an online order on my website of $75 or more during July and receive a paper packet and coordinating embellishment FREE—it’s a Perfect Pair! Which specific paper packet and embellishment you receive is based on the date you place their order (see below). This special applies to online shopping orders only. While supplies last. Discounted products do not count toward a qualifying purchase.
  The design for this card comes from a Mojo Monday design. I cut the doily and "Mr & Mrs" pieces out on my cricut. They are images on the new Artiste Cricut Cartridge available August 1st.

Perfect Pair - Sophia

 The Perfect Pair promotion is in the home stretch. Here is a review of the Promotion details:  Place an online order on my website of $75 or more during July and receive a paper packet and coordinating embellishment FREE—it’s a Perfect Pair! Which specific paper packet and embellishment you receive is based on the date you place their order (see below). This special applies to online shopping orders only.  While supplies last. Discounted products do not count toward a qualifying purchase. 

Here are the details about the pairs you get depending on the dates you order:

July 26-29     Sophia Paper packet and Sophia My Stickease assortment                   $17.90

July 30-31     Believe Paper packet and Holiday pockets                                          $14.90

                       OR Wonderland paper packet and Wonderland My Stickease            $17.90

  I wanted to share a couple of layouts I created using the Sophia Paper. This paper was probably one of the most popular packets when it was introduced. Who can't love the bright vibrant colors and prints.  You only have 4 short days to get your hands on this paper so head straight over to my website and place your order!

  Don't forget that you will also qualify to receive the July Stamp of the Month: Live Out Loud for only $5.00!

Perfect Pair of Mayberry for FREE!

  The Perfect Pair promotion is in full swing. Here is a review of the Promotion details:  Place an online order on my website of $75 or more during July and receive a paper packet and coordinating embellishment FREE—it’s a Perfect Pair! Which specific paper packet and embellishment you receive is based on the date you place their order (see below). This special applies to online shopping orders only.  While supplies last. Discounted products do not count toward a qualifying purchase. 

Here are the details about the pairs you get depending on the dates you order:

July 21-25     Mayberry Paper packet and Mayberry My Stickease assortment          $17.90

July 26-29     Sophia Paper packet and Sophia My Stickease assortment                   $17.90

July 30-31     Believe Paper packet and Holiday pockets                                          $14.90

                       OR Wonderland paper packet and Wonderland My Stickease            $17.90


  I wanted to share a couple of layouts I created using the Mayberry Paper. This is such a fun bright paper. I especially love the quilt block paper from the layout above!  This is your last chance to get your hands on this fabulous paper so head straight over to my website and place your order!

  Don't forget that you will also qualify to receive the July Stamp of the Month: Live Out Loud for only $5.00!

Baby Details - Newborn Photography

Oh this little man was a DREAM to photograph. He was so content the whole time. I think the first image is my favorite from the session. I just love the peace on Mom's face.

 An iota is a small detail and when it comes to newborns I love all the little details from their tiny little toes to their sweet little nose.

 This was another favorite. We have Dad's, big brother's and baby's hands. I tell you nothing makes a little boy grow up like bringing a new baby home. Big brother's hands look huge in comparison. I am sure these two brothers will be best of friends.

Are you looking for a photographer in the Cache Valley area to capture the special details of your life? Give me a call for session details and pricing. (iotamaker@gmail.com, 435.764.3598)

BIG Studio J Changes!

  Lots of great Studio J improvements were announced, including no more Membership fees! Now everyone can have access to all of the layouts and kit without a membership*. The layouts are only $6.95 and there are TONS of great kits. Also, when you purchase a printed layouts from Close To My Heart you will be able to download the jpg version of your layouts. Everyone now has the option of just purchasing the jpg files for just $2.95. This is a great option for those who would like to make a bound book with their Studio J layouts.

There are a couple of key points that I want you to be aware of:
1. Layouts on your account will only be saved for 90 days from the initial creation date or the most recent date of any online Studio J purchase, whichever is later. The point is create and print those layouts don't let them sit in the virtual cloud!


2.  There is a minimum order quantity of 4 physical layouts and a maximum of 50. If the order only contains JPGs then there is no minimum order quantity.  


3. Your Studio J order can now help a hostess or help you earn hostess rewards! You can attach a Studio J order to an open published EZ Invite by 1) joining an open Gathering from the home page of an OBA website and then logging into Studio J and completing a Studio J checkout. Or 2) logging into Studio J first and then, upon checkout, join an open Gathering. Such purchases, when part of a qualifying Home or Online Gathering, are eligible to generate Hostess Rewards and Stamp of the Month discounts.

*4. If you already have a membership, you will get to participate in a special Members Bonus program. Your member benefits - $6.50 per layouts, free memory protectors with your order and free shipping on one order (up to 20 layouts) per month will continue through September 30, 2012 or the end of your membership (whichever comes first). You will not be charged for your membership.  Members will also receive Free Layouts.  As a token of our appreciation, on October 1, 2012, your Studio J account will be credited with 1 free layout for each month remaining on your membership as of July 1, 2012, including partial months. Be sure to check your email inbox for an email from CTMH explaining the details and how many free Studio J layouts you will be receiving. If you have questions please give me a call. (435.764.3598)


Another fabulous addition to Studio J is the new Expressions Collections!  You can create an entire 10 layout (20 page) album in less than an hour with themes such as Year in Review,  All About Me, Little Miss, Little Man, School Days, and Travels! Pick and choose among the professional created layouts or make them all!  Either way you will have a beautiful album for all to enjoy. Just add your photos and journaling and you are DONE! They are available now, so be sure to check them out here, on my website. 


I am excited about all the changes with Studio J. If you would like to learn more about this amazing online software, have a one on one coaching session or host a Studio J gathering please contact me today! 

Live Out Loud with the July Stamp of the Month

This awesome set (Live Out Loud) is available during the month of July only.  It is valued at $17.95 and you can purchase it at full price or earn it for only $5 with a $50 order! WOO HOO!  If you happen to take advantage of the Perfect Pairs special, you will not only get your Perfect Pairs for FREE, you will qualify for the Stamp of the Month(Live Out Loud) for only $5.  


I used stamps from this fabulous set on my Footloose Workshop layouts. You can check out the shopping list for those layouts in this post. Feel free to head on over to my website to start ordering. Here is what the whole set looks like. (pictured right) How could you not just love this set? 

Perfect Pair - July CTMH Campaign

 I wanted to update my readers on the fabulous promotion going on right now on my website. Place an online order on my website of $75 or more during July and receive a paper packet and coordinating embellishment FREE—it’s a Perfect Pair! Which specific paper packet and embellishment you receive is based on the date you place their order (see below). This special applies to online shopping orders only.  While supplies last. Discounted products do not count toward a qualifying purchase. 

Here are the details about the pairs you get depending on the dates you order:

July 16-20     Lucky Paper Packet and Lucky My Stickease assortment                   $17.90

July 21-25     Mayberry Paper packet and Mayberry My Stickease assortment          $17.90

July 26-29     Sophia Paper packet and Sophia My Stickease assortment                   $17.90

July 30-31     Believe Paper packet and Holiday pockets                                          $14.90

                       OR Wonderland paper packet and Wonderland My Stickease            $17.90


If you place your online order between now and Friday you will receive the Lucky paper packet and the Lucky my stickease.  I LOVE the Lucky paper and wanted to share a couple of layouts I created using the Lucky paper. This is your last chance to get a hold of this paper so head on over to my website and place your order.  Don't forget that you will also qualify to receive the July Stamp of the Month: Live Out Loud for only $5.00!

July Workshop is Cruisin' to "Coolville"

This month we will be creating with the Cruisin' workshop on the go kit and coordinating accessories. This paper is perfect for those fabulous summer vacations, weekend get-a-ways or those lazy days of summer around the house. However you relax you can record your story with these fabulous layouts.

The class will be the third Tuesday and Thursday of this month. To participate just place your workshop order via my website (make sure you join the July workshop order) or by emailing me your order by the 5th of the month. I have included a shopping list below the last layout. Many of these great products will only be available through the end of July.

Not a member of my workshop group? July begins a new rotation which means you can get in now on the great workshop member benefits including a crop night every month where we create 3 2-page 12x12 layouts, cutting guide to make creating your layouts faster and easier, free and discounted product during your hostess month and spending time with amazing people who love the art of paper crafting and preserving their memories as much as you do. Call or email me today for more details, to sign up and to send me your order.

July Workshop “Cruisin” Shopping List

BASIC Kit G1039                                                                             Page

¡       X7154B      Cruisin’ Level 2 Paper Pack                         58                   9.95

¡       Exclusive   Cruisin’ Workshop stamp set                      61                 13.95

¡       Z1619        Bottle Caps                                                     128                 4.95

¡       Z1681        DE Numbers                                                    130                 3.25

¡       No #           2 sheets of White  cardstock                      8                        .80

¡       No #           Workshop Guide                                                                    1.00

                                                                                                          $33.90 You Pay $29.95!!

BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)

¡       G1039        Basic Kit                                                            61              29.95

¡       X7154C      Cruisin’ Complements silver foil images     58                4.95

¡       Z1719        Evergreen Cork Shapes                                   129              3.95

¡       Z1701        Baker’s Twine Neutral Assortment               124              4.95

¡       Z1685        **DE Banners                                                    130             4.95

¡       Z1612        **Pin Clips                                                          127             4.95

                                                                                                                                  53.70

Add ons:

S1206              July SOM: Live Out Loud                              144                 17.95 or 5.00

Z1151             3D Foam Tape                                                 134                 5.95

July Perfect Pair Promotion – Online only with $75 order  (details coming soon)      

*Stamp pad colors used Black, Juniper, Honey, Cranberry

You will need an extra sheet of Honey CS and White CS

** You may already have this item from a past workshop