Less than a week remains to Share The Love!

Less than one week remains to take advantage of the February specials with Close To My Heart! Purchase the Share The Love stamp set for $17.95 and Close To My Heart will donate $7 to Operation Smile!

I've had a litte bit of time to create a few pieces of artwork using this fun stamp set.  It works well for cardmaking or scrapbooking.  This one page layout came together easily using some papers from the Kaliedescope kit.  I made use of the Canary stencil that was leftover from cutting flowers on my Cricut.  Using my Watercolor Paints, I brushed a few lighter colors behind it and used it for a background.  The flowers were cut out using Cricut Artistry.  I added a few images from the Share The Love stamp set and some Gold Bling Gems.  

Next I created a couple of cards using some scraps from the Penelope Kit.  Again, I used my Watercolor Paints for a quick wash of color.  Once dry, I then stamped the camera image 3 times & the sentiment using Black Memento Ink.  Added some Glacier Twine and Blue Gems and called it good! 

The second card was the easiest one to create and I think it's my favorite!  Brushed on a few colors for a background, then loaded my brush with black watercolor paint and tapped the brush to create the splattered look.  Once dry, I used Memento Ink to stamp the sentiment & image, added some Glacier Twine and Silver Sequins.  Love this look! 

You may also want to take advantage of the Stamp of the Month special for February.  The Balloon Animals are adorable!  This set is just $5 with a $50 purchase.  You can place your order here, on my website.

Charlotte Scrapbook & Card Workshop

With Spring just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to feature the Charlotte Workshop Your Way Kit.  The soft colors and floral patterns are absolutely gorgeous and will have you ready for Spring in no time at all!

I'd like to offer you a couple of options this month, featuring the Charlotte Workshop Your Way Kit. The first option is a Scrapbook Workshop which features 3 two-page layouts.  

The second option is a card workshop which makes 9 cards, 3 ea. of 3 designs,  and uses the Watercolor Paints, Springtime Wishes Stamp Set and Thin Cuts (which can be used in your embossing machine).

  

The third option is both the Scrapbook Workshop and the Card Workshop combined.  Close To My Heart has created a cutting guide complete with photos and instructions for both of these workshops, which you can print out from my website, RIGHT HERE.  So even if you can't attend the workshop, you'll have the cutting guides and instructions to create the pages & cards at your convenience. 

The Charlotte Workshop will be held on March 13, 2016 from 2-5pm at my home in Choconut, PA. If you would like to participate in the workshop, please RSVP to me with your order by February 28th.

** Please note that if you choose to create both the pages and the cards, you will not have enough time to complete it all at the workshop, but you'll have the instruction guide and photos to finish your projects at your convenience.

Here are the supply lists and pricepoints, depending on your budget and what you would like to create (tax & shipping are additional).

Scrapbook Workshop Only

G1104-Charolotte Workshop Your Way Kit $26.95

Card Workshop Only

X7205B-Charlotte Paper Pack (1/2 pack) $4.98

Z3203 Treasured Puffies $3.95

Z3197- Black & Gold Ribbon $5.95

X254-White Card Bases & Envelopes (9 of ea.) $2.70

Z3146-Watercolor Paper (1 Sheet) $.70

C1641-Springtime Wishes Stamp Set $13.95

Total $32.23

Scrapbook & Card Workshop

G1104-Charlotte Workshop Your Way Kit $26.95

X254 White Card Bases & Envelopes (9 of ea.) $2.70

Z3146-Watercolor Paper (1 Sheet) $.70

C1641-Springtime Wishes Stamp Set $13.95

Total $44.30

Other items used you may want to add on:

Z3201-Springtime Wishes Thin Cuts $13.95

Z3132-Watercolor Paints $11.95

Z3188-Paintbrush Set $8.95

Z2164-Sorbet Ink Pad $6.95

44751-Archival Black Ink Pad $7.95

Z2060-Thin 3D Foam Tape $5.95

As a reminder, you'll need to bring your own basic tools and supplies such as adhesives, glue dots, pop dots, scissors, paper trimmer etc.  

Be sure to RSVP to me with your order by February 28th and don't forget about the February specials!  The Stamp of the Month-Balloon Animals-is only $5 with a $50 purchase.

Also during February when you purchase the Share The Love Stamp Set for $17.95, Close To My Heart will donate $7 to Operation Smile.

Happy Spring!

Balloon Animal Inspiration

These cute little Balloon Animals are part of the February Stamp of the Month titled, what else but....Balloon Animals.  I used the Enchantment Fundamentals papers to create these fun cards.

The Balloon Animals stamp set is available for only $5 with a $50 purchase during the month of February.  You can place your order HERE on my website.  Next week, I'll be sharing a couple more card ideas using this set, so stay tuned!

February Specials

Today I'd like to share with you, two great promotions Close To My Heart is offering during the month of February.  The first one is Share The Love!

Share the love this February by purchasing the exclusive My Acrylix^® Share the Love D-size stamp set (CC1060). Filled with adorable icons and loveable sentiments, this stamp set will be a beautiful addition to your collection—but there is more to this stamp set than meets the eye! Not only will you be getting a high-quality, swoon-worthy stamp set by taking part in this promotion, but Close To My Heart will also donate $7 USD of the proceeds from this stamp set to Operation Smile™, an amazing organization that provides surgeries to repair cleft lips and palates for children all over the world!* Check out our social media channels all month long to see this stamp set in action, and remember to post your own artwork using the hashtag #ctmhsharethelove to help bring attention to a wonderful and worthy cause.

The second promotion is the February Stamp of the Month-Balloon Animals!  It's super-cute and perfect for creating artwork and cards for kids, or adults who are young at heart!  You can purchase this set on my website for $17.95 or get it for only $5 with a $50 purchase during the month of February.

I loved the layout that the Art Department created in the Seasonal Expressions catalog, so I decided to re-create it using the Enchantment Fundamentals product line.  Love how it turned out!  The colors are so vibrant, perfect for a Birthday Celebration photo.

I'll be sharing a few more items I created with the Balloon Animals stamp set throughout the month of February, so be sure to check back for more ideas using this adorable set.

New Items Added to Clearance Section!

Attention all bargain shoppers: Close To My Heart has just added some more items to the clearance section of my website! These retired products have been made available at a discounted price, so take a look at what is there and get these products while they last!  Many items have been reduced to 40% or more off the retail price! Head on over to MY WEBSITE & grab your favorite items before they're gone!  

Get Your Planner Bundle NOW!

Planners are all the rage right now!  If you're like me and love to plan & organize all your meetings, appointments, events, birthdays and such on paper, then you're going to want to get your hands on the NEW Everyday Life Planner Bundle from Close To My Heart!

It's just gorgeous!  I love all the colors and the black album with the gold foil accents is to die for! And it's on SALE!  During the month of December you can purchase the Everyday Life Planner Bundle for just $29.95 (a 15% savings off the retail price).  Why not grab one for yourself, and a couple to give as gifts?  Your friends will love receiving this super-cute, useful gift this year!

Here's what's included in the Everyday Life Planner Bundle for $29.95

• Everyday Life Album-Black with gold foil floral design (9 3/8 x 8 1/4 x 1 1/2)
• Everyday Life 2016 Planner Pages-includes 1 pocket folder, 12 monthly dividers with tabs, 1 page finder, 4 sheets of stickers-great for adding dates and sized to fit the roller stamp.  All are 3-ring hole punched.
• Everyday Life Perfect Roller Stamp-includes 12 words & images, To Do, Due Date, Shopping List, Memo, Pay Day, Don't Forget, No School, Birthday, Party, Vacation and a cute row of boxes & hearts.

But wait...there's MORE!

You can also add on these items to your planner to create a memory keeper album.  There's NEW Memory Protectors in 4x6 and 4x3 sizes, My Crush Everyday Life Pages and a new Washi Tape!

Here are the item numbers for the Add Ons.

• Z3192 4x6 Memory Protectors $6.95
• Z3191 4x3 Memory Protectors $6.95
• Z3210 My Crush Everyday Life Pages $7.95
• Z3211 Everyday Life Washi Tape $3.95
• Z3208 Everyday Life Album $10.95-purchase separately if you don't want the bundle.

Maybe you're thinking...I'm not really a "Planner" type of gal.  So why not use the album, My Crush Pages & NEW Memory Protectors to create a stunning album for yourself or to give as a gift.  You could even add in some Picture My Life Cards, making it even easier to record your favorite memories in minutes!  

  

You can purchase the Everyday Life Planner Bundle at a 15% savings here on my website.  All items are available to purchase separately, but to get the discount, you must purchase the bundle.  The discounted bundle is only available in December, or while supplies last.  

Cyber Week SALE

Beginning today at 11am through Friday at 6pm, Close To My Heart is having a Cyber Week SALE!

 
For five days only, a selection of items from Close To My Heart’s current product inventory can be yours for 25% off retail price! Get supplies you’ll need to make handcrafted gifts and cards for the holidays, including our Cricut® Artfully Sent Collection, at an amazing discount!

There are thirty-nine products included in this sale, which come from our current idea books. Their item numbers are listed below. Additionally, all items will be shown in a special shopping menu entitled “Cyberweek Sale!” on my website.  Eligible sale items will show up in this menu. There will be no prompt at checkout for you to use for this sale; instead, you must shop from the special shopping menu. 

Here is a list of the items included in the Cyberweek SALE
Z3111 Base & Bling Snowflake Charm—Faux Gold
Z3112 Base & Bling Jingle Bell—Faux Gold
Z3135 Base & Bling Snowflake Charm—Faux Silver
Z3136 Base & Bling Jingle Bell—Faux Silver
Z3138 Base & Bling Red Bead Charm—Faux Gold
Z3139 Base & Bling Red Bead Charm—Faux Silver
Z3180 Picture My Life™ Going Places Scrapbooking Program
Z3147 Cut Above™ Dapper Giraffe Card Kit
Z2028 Designer Creations Short Stack Album
Z2036 Designer Creations Slate Paper Bags
Z2037 Designer Creations Lagoon Paper Bags
Z2038 Designer Creations Ruby Paper Bags
Z2039 Designer Creations Honey Paper Bags
Z2049 Designer Creations Cupcake Box
Z2050 Designer Creations Takeout Box
Z2053 Designer Creations Buttoned Bag
Z1838 5" x 7" Hinged Display Tray
Z1750 Designed Décor Display Tray
Z2006 Designed Décor Red Magnetic Chalkboard
Z2015 Designed Décor Black Shadow Box
Z2016 Designed Décor Colonial White Shadow Box
Z1833 My Creations™ Kraft Container
Z1871 My Creations™ Kraft 3-Ring Album
Z1953 My Creations™ Journaling Cards Box
Z1956 My Creations™ Hip Pics Album
Z3043 My Creations™ Black Mini Book
Z3044 My Creations™ Kraft Mini Book
Z3069 My Creations™ Mini Mix Album
Z3137 My Creations™ Pint-Sized Container
Z3168 Cricut® Artfully Sent Collection
Z1476 4 ¼" x 5 ½" White Daisy Envelopes
Z1477 5" x 7" White Daisy Envelopes
Z1478 6" x 6" White Daisy Envelopes Z1756 3" x 3" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1756 3" x 3" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1757 4 ¼" x 5 ½" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1758 5" x 7" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1759 6" x 6" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1851 Scallop Border Punch
Z1997 Triangle Border Punch

You can begin shopping and place your order here, on my website.  You can also contact me via phone/email to place your order.  These items are available for 5 days only, during the timeframe listed above and while supplies last.  So shop early for the best selection.

Happy shopping during Cyber Week!