Project Inspirations: Mixed Papers

  The layout shown above is mixing paper from several different paper packets. This is such a great tip for using up the leftover paper from your CTMH paper packets! Check out the video below and then get creative mixing and matching paper from different paper packets! All your favorite CTMH products can be ordered from my website.

CTMH Artbooking Cricut Cartridge

The new Artbooking cricut cartridge is a MUST HAVE!! Don't believe me? Check out the video above and you will see why. You can order this cartridge from my website and it will qualify you to get the National Stamping Month trio set for just $10 and the September stamp of the month Poster Tidings for $5. (Check out the previous posts for more details)

CTMH: National Stamping Month: September 2013

Get an exclusive You Are My Happy stamp set trio in celebration of National Stamping Month! During the month of September, when you make a purchase of $50 or more, you qualify for this whimsical stamp set trio for only $10. You'll love the whimsical alphabet, light-hearted sentiments, and fanciful images for a variety of occasions to give a cheerful touch to your projects, with a full retail value of $47.90. Watch the campaign video (above) and shop online or contact me (iotamaker@gmail.com 435.764.3598) to place your qualifying order to snatch this darling stamp set trio today!

Also don't forget about the September stamp of the month: Poster Tidings featured in the previous blog post. This set is just $5 with a $50 order so you could get all 4 sets - You Are My Happy trio and the stamp of the month for just $15!!! That would make any crafter happy!!

Project Inspirations: Ombré Technique

Carlie from CTMH is back with a great technique video. She is making Ombre letters that are just gorgeous! I am going to have to try this technique for sure! Check out the how to video below for all the details. You can order any and all the products shown from my website. Lets Ombre together!

CTMH Product Feature: Hook & Loop

Our hook & loop fasteners are such a simple but fabulous product. I use these all the time and love the ideas taht Brian from CTMH shared in this video tutorial. These would also be great with our flip flaps!!! Oh the options are endless. Well check out this short video and then head on over to my website to order yours! Don't forget to also check out the 4 fabulous promotions going on this month. I posted the details on my blog (scroll down past the ws layouts).

Better Blending

Card Created by Karen Pedersen

I have a great tutorial to share with you today. I love our new alcohol markers because it makes my coloring look like a pro! In the tutorial Laura from CTMH will show you how to use the alcohol blending marker to create some unique looks.  At the end of the tutorial she shares a gorgeous card using a stamp from this month's stamp of the month set: A Flowering Bunch. This set is probably one of my favorites from the Spring/Summer 2013 idea book and is only available through June 30th. All the supplies can be ordered from my website and don't forget the other 3 promotions going on this month! Details on my blog or website.


 

Such a Treat!

Are you ready for some great personal gift ideas for teachers, friends and family. This video is full of great tips on how to use some of our handy gift products including clear pillow boxes, clear treat tubes, muslin drawstring bags and craft containers.

 

Glitter Glam

Claire L2 Paper packet, Claire Assortment and Claire Compliments

I love glitter and glam! With three girls I have plenty of opportunities to add glitter and glam to my layouts. CTMH has so many fabulous products that add just the right amount of sparkle and bling to any projects. Some of my favorite products that are highlighted in this video include:

• Glitter Paper (Brown & Tan or Black & Grey)
• Shimmer Trim
• Glitz Glitter Gel
• Metallic Markers (I used the silver glitter pen to make the circles on the layout shown above)

I love the tips and ideas shared in this video to make sure you get just the right amount of bling without going overboard. Check it out and you will be ready to glam it up!

 

Fabric Basics - Introducing CTMH Textiles

Notice the fabric textile flowers I cut out on my cricut

I have a great video to share with you today that is full of different ways to use our new textile fabric on your crafting projects. Check out the video at the bottom of this post then head on over to my website to order your textiles. They come in two collections - Chantilly and For Always. The layouts shown features the Chantilly textiles.

This layout was inspired by Karen Pedersen and the layout on page 19 of the Spring/Summer 2013 idea book

Also, don't forget to check out the "While Supplies Last" section. There are some fabulous products that have been heavily discounted.

 

Clearly the Best: Embossed Resist Stamping (S01E18)

 I have a fun video for you today. The embossing technique is so easy and can be used to create a dozen different looks at least. This video is going to show you just a few ways to really add the wow factor to your artwork with the embossed resist stamping technique. If you would like to try it out you can order all the supplies you need from my website. Enjoy!

Another Great Video Tutorial and More December SOM Artwork!

 A couple of days ago I shared with you the December stamp of the month. Well today I wanted to share with you a new video tutorial and some more cards featuring both the December SOM and the "Perfect Fit Frame" stamp set that is featured in the video.  The talented Karen Pedersen created these cards and has given me permission to share them on my blog. The December SOM is appropriatly named "Year-Round Cheer" and has a stamp for every month of the year. Could Karen's cards be any cuter? I didn't think so. You can order this set as well as the "Perfect Fit Frame" set on my website. And don't forget that with a $50 order on my website you will also receive a free bonding memories glue pen!

Sale, Specials and a Video Tutorial!

Wow this post is jam packed with some fun stuff. First (above) is another great video tutorial about how to "Rock n' Roll" with our 40 exclusive colors. I love this technique and have used it a number of times in my classes and workshop. 


Then I want to share with you some great promotions and sales going on this month!

1.  Huge Sale
2.  Free Holiday Gift
3.  December Stamp of the Month
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1. HUGE Sale: You’ll be tickled with the FABULOUS new sale items on my website that went up at midnight this morning (December 1). Just head to my website and click on "While Supplies Last." 

Among the new additions you will find a wide variety of paper and coordinating accessories, all with a substantial markdown. You will also find that most of the items that are currently available will also see a further markdown at that time.

2. Free Holiday Gift:  To sweeten the deal even more, from December 1–31, all orders placed on my website that reach or exceed $50 will also include a free Bonding Memories® glue pen (Z553)—a $4.50 value! Shop early, because these deals are only available while supplies last.

3. December Stamp of the Month:  With every $50 you spend (before shipping and tax) during the month of December, one of these awesome month-to-month stamp set (Year Round Cheer) can be yours for only $5.  That means if you spend $100, you can purchase 2, and so on. Nice!  This stamp set is a perfect holiday gift, and for only $5...why not? Check out the adorable card Karen Pedersen created using this stamp set! 

December Stamp of the Month (Year-Round Cheer). Actual size of carrier sheet is 6" x 6"

Frame cut with the wonderful CTMH/Cricut Artiste Cartridge.  This cartridge cuts over 700 images and fits many of our stamp sets!  
Close To My Heart Supplies used: December Stamp of the Month,Universal Backgrounds, Perfect Fit Frames, White Daisy Cardstock, Topiary Cardstock, Ruby Pigment Ink Pad, Versamark Pad, White Embossing Powder, Red, Pink and Purple Sparkle Assortment, Harvest Twine Assortment, CTMH/Cricut Artiste Cartridge (to cut frame.  Yep, it fits with our stamp sets!) 3D Foam Tape.

CTMH/Cricut Artiste Cartridge

Universal Backgrounds Stamp Set

Perfect Fit Frames Stamp Set

 

Clearly the Best: The Magic of Monograms

I love these adorable monograms. At the fabulous price of just $2.95, they make such a great gift! I also love  the stationary, cards and personalized projects Monica and Kristine share. Check out this short little video to get some project inspiration. Then head on over to my website to order your monograms. Don't forget to add the 1 1/4" circle punch.  

Clearly the Best: Bend It, Curve It, Stamp It (S01E01)

Close To My Heart is now on the craft channel.  Check out this great video demonstrating how flexible our acrylix stamp sets are! Clearly the best!

Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: Harvest Banner

  I am sure loving the new 2012 Autumn/Winter idea book. Here is another project inspiration video featuring our fabulous new alcohol based markers. You can order your markers from my website or by contacting me directly. (435.764.3598 ~ iotamaker@gmail.com)

September 2012: National Stamping Month

 Our national stamping month promotion is in full swing! Check out this short video of Monica from Close To My Heart as she shares the details about this fabulous promotion and some fantastic art work. Then head on over to my website to order your set for just $5 with a qualifying $35 order. 

Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: Stepping Up Your Stamping

  Here is a great video highlighting the fabulous exclusive stamp sets that come in the workshop on the go kits in the new Autumn/Winter 2012 idea book.



  Have you checked out all 13 new workshop on the go kits? View them in the online copy of the idea book or contact me and I will send you an idea book.

Project Inspiration 2012 Spring/Summer Idea Book: Color Ready Seam Bindi...

I love Close To My Heart's Color-Ready Seam Binding Ribbon. It has endless possibilities. Check out the short video below that will share a few of the many possibilities. This amazing product can be ordered online from my website or by contacting me. What colors and techniques will you use to make your Color-Ready Seam Binding Ribbon add that perfect finishing touch to your project?

     

Spring Is in the Air: Project Inspiration Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book

Here is another great project tutorial featuring those cute adhesive springs and the My Peeps stamp set found in the new Spring/Summer 2012 idea book. You can order these items online or by contacting me directly. (435.787.0125 ~ iotamaker@gmail.com)

Love Your Layout: January 2012 Sonoma

It is time for another fabulous "Love Your Layout" video tutorial. The timing couldn't be better with the member's only promotion going on right now! For the month of January for every 9 layouts you buy you get your next layout free! Order 18 layouts, get the next 2 for free! Order 27, get 3 additional layouts for free. How are your layouts coming?


Need some fresh inspiration?  In under 6 minutes a member of the Close To My Heart creative team will walk you through creating this elegant layout using the Sonoma paper and one of the new patters on Studio J. 

    

If you have any questions, would like to know more or need help getting started please give me a call or drop me an email. I would be happy to help!  Have fun!!