Time to Catch Up on Holiday Scrapbooking!

Now that Christmas is over & done with, I have to ask you just one question.  Have you scrapped all of your Holiday memories yet?  If you're like me, the answer to that question is probably not a YES!  

If not, then I have just the solution for you!  The NEW Yuletide Carol Express Collection in Studio J can help you complete your Holiday Album in a jiffy!

This new Collection features 10 different layouts that are already designed for you, using the Yuletide Carol papers and embellishments.  The layouts include titles and a spot to add your own journaling. There's even a front and back layout designed for your first and last album page.  

Now is the time to capture all your recent holiday memories! Express Collections make documenting your memories even easier by doing most of the creation for you. Just drop in your photos, add some journaling and personalized titles, and order your layouts. Using this Express Collection, you will have your recent holiday photos scrapbooked before you know it! The Express Collection will be available only from January 1 to February 28, so make certain to place your orders before the deadline.  

The great thing about Studio J is that it's FREE to try it out.  You only pay for the layouts you choose to purchase.  Close To My Heart prints them out for you and ships them right to your door!  How sweet is that?

You can access Studio J from my website or by CLICKING HERE.  Go ahead, Give it a try!  I think you'll be surprised how easy it is to use the Studio J Express Collections.

Seasonal Expressions 1 Blog Hop

Welcome to my Kreative Korner and the Seasonal Expressions 1 Blog Hop!  If you have come here from THE SCRAP ZONE by Julie Carriere, you are on the right path.   With over 35 Close To My Heart Consultants participating in this Hop, I'm sure you'll be inspired by all of the wonderful creations you'll see along the way.

  

I am so excited to share the layout I created using the NEW Heartstrings products.  I love the colors in this paper pack!  The traditional reds & pinks are nice for Valentine's Day, but the Lagoon and Crystal Blue really add that extra POP to it!

As soon as I received my shipment of new products, I knew exactly what I wanted to create with them.  I love to cluster my embellishments and this layout design was perfect for that.  I ended up using several different products, but love the end result.

Supplies Used:

• X7193B-Heartstrings Level 2 Paper Pack
• X7193C-Heartstrings Complements
• Z3015-Heartstrings Assortment
• C1604-Forever In My Heart Stamp Set
• Z2009-Red Enamel Hearts
• Z1989-Slate Diagonal Striped Ribbon
• Z1918-Teal Shimmer Trim
• Z2195 Lagoon, Z2117 Crystal Blue, Z2128 Hollyhock, Z2172 Whisper Ink Pads
• Z1686 Art Philosophy & Z1906 Artbooking Cricut Collections

The Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book is valid December-March and is available through your consultant, so contact her today to get your hands on one!

Next up is LAUREN MOORE!  Be sure to head on over to her blog to check out her latest creation!

Thanks for Hopping by!

FREE Idea Books and December Specials

First up today, is a super-sweet deal from Close To My Heart!  Between now and January 31, 2015, anyone who places an order will have the option to receive a FREE copy of the Annual Inspirations Idea Book and the Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book!  This option is available by placing an order through me or on my website.   

Already have the Idea Book???  No worries!  Why not take the extra FREE copy and Share the Love! Give one to a friend so she can take a look at all of the fantastic new products and see why you love Close To My Heart!

Next up are the December specials.  The December Stamp of the Month, Cute Pie is one that I think you're going to adore!  If you love cupcakes, this one is for you!    You can get this set for only $5 with a $50 purchase during December.  

Here's a one page layout I created using Cutie Pie, the NEW Heartstrings Paper Pack, Heartstrings Complements, Stuck on You Puffies, Black Arrow Washi Tape, ShinHan Markers, Slate Striped Ribbon & Cricut Art Philosophy.   The NEW Heartstrings Collection and other new products can be found in the Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book.

With a  $50 purchase not only do you receive the Stamp of the Month-Cutie Pie for $5, you also qualify for the Deal Of The Decade promotion which entitles you to choose as many C or D-size stamp sets from Annual Inspirations for only $10 each! That's a savings of up to $7.95 per set!

So start making your list (of your favorite stamp sets) and checking it twice, then head on over to my website to place your order.  Simply CLICK HERE to take advantage of these great specials!  

20% OFF ALL CRICUT COLLECTIONS

For the first time ever, Close To My Heart is offering a Cyber Monday Sale on Monday, December 1, 2014. There has never been a better time to buy Close To My Heart’s exclusive Cricut® Collections for 20% off the retail price, just $79 each!  Whether you love scrapbooking, cardmaking, or creating 3-D projects, our four exclusive Cricut® collections make the perfect addition to any craft room! Sale starts at midnight (MST), that's 2am on the East Coast, on December 1 and ends at 11:59 pm Monday night.

This is a FANTASTIC DEAL since these collections include over $120 in retail products. If you've had your eye on one the Cricut Collections, NOW is the time to take advantage of this great Cyber Monday special!  

The Cricut Collections also make great gifts, either for yourself or other papercrafters on your list.  They're going to LOVE receiving one of these collections under the Christmas tree!  Choose from Art Philosophy, Artiste, Artbooking or Artfully Sent.  You can place your order RIGHT HERE on my website.  But remember, this is a Cyber Monday Only Sale, valid from 2am (EST) unitl 11:59pm on Monday, December 1, 2014.   

Also, December 1st starts the Deal of the Decade campaign.  With a $50 purchase, you can choose as many C or D-size stamp sets from the Annual Inspirations Idea Book for only $10 each (a savings of up to $7.95 per stamp set)!    Your Cricut Collection purchase would also qualify you for the Deal of the Decade promotion!  Double Whammy=Double Savings! 

Plus December 1st, the NEW Seasonal Expressions Idea Book goes LIVE!  You can view this new Idea Book on my website!  It's over 35 pages of Close To My Heart goodness-tons of NEW products you're going to LOVE! 

Don't Stress Over The Holidays!

As the Holiday Season draws nearer, our lives become more hectic and our calendars fill up rather quickly.  You're probably thinking you'll never find the time to scrapbook this time of year, but I have a solution for you.  The Yuletide Carol Scrapbook Workshop is just what you need!  I've done the designing for you and created four 2-page layouts using the Yuletide Carol kit and accessories-perfect for showcasing your favorite holiday memories.   

Join me for this workshop on Sunday, December 14th from 1-4pm (note the time change), at my home in Choconut, PA.  If you can't attend and would like to get your kit "To Go", that's fine too. I'll include my cutting guide & directions for you to create the pages at your convenience.  

Please RSVP and place your order by December 1st.  You can place your order HERE on my website, or call/email me with your order & payment.

Yuletide Carol Supply List:

• G1084-Yuletide Carol Workshop Kit $29.95 (includes Level 2 paper pack, stamp set, Z3007 Yuletide Carol Assortment, Z2012 Gold Sequins, Instructional Brochure & cutting guide.)
• X7187C-Yuletide Carol Complements $4.95
• Z1985-Gold Shimmer Trim $4.95
• 5 Extra Cardstock-(2 Col. White, 1 Champagne, 1 New England Ivy, 1 Ruby) $3.50-Purchase at workshop.
• Z1151-3D Foam Tape-$5.95

Please remember to BYO Basics-paper trimmer, favorite adhesives, glue dots, scissors etc. 

Looking forward to helping you be scrapbook-ready for the holidays!

Christmas Card Workshop-Your Choice of 4 Designs!

My annual Christmas Card Workshop will be held on Saturday, November 29th from 9am-5pm at my home in Choconut, PA. This is an open event, so come at any time throughout the day, whenever it is convenient for you.  If you can't attend, you may order any of the kits "To Go".  I will include my cutting guide & photos for you to create the cards on your own.

I have designed 4 kit options that I think you are going to love! Each kit will make 10 cards and includes my cutting guide.  Kit prices listed include tax and shipping.  You will need to BYO basic tools-paper trimmer, scissors, adhesives, glue dots & pop dots.  If you own any of the ink pads listed, you may want to bring them along as well, to make things go a little quicker.  Please RSVP to me with your order & payment by November 15th.  

Kit #1-Polar Bear Holiday $17

This kit includes 10 White Daisy card bases & envelopes, Snowhaven papers & cardstock, Z1848-Red Shimmer Trim and Z2013-Silver Sequins.  Ink colors are Black and Glacier.    If you LOVE the little Polar Bears as much as I do, you may want to add-on the stamp set, C1557-Polar Bear Holiday for $13.95.  It's a cute one!

Kit #2-Reason For The Season $20

This kit includes 10 Colonial White card bases & envelopes, Yuletide Carol papers & cardstock, Z2012-Gold Sequins, Z1988-Black Striped Twill Ribbon and 10 black rectangles pre-cut using Cricut Art Philosophy.  The ink color is Black.  If you would like to add-on the stamp set it's D1614-Reason For The Season $17.95.

Kit #3-Merry Merry Wreaths $20 

This kit includes 10 Kraft card bases & 10 Colonial White envelopes, Yuletide Carol papers and cardstock, Z2012-Gold Sequins,  Z1985-Gold Shimmer Trim and enough Cranberry Twill Ribbon needed to complete the cards.  Ink colors are Ruby, Desert Sand, Cocoa & Olive.   The stamp set is C1591-Merry Merry $13.95.   

Kit #4-Be Jolly $17

This kit includes 10 White Daisy card bases & envelopes, Snowhaven papers and cardstock, Z1932 Silver Washi Tape, Z1752 Clear Sparkles and enough Cranberry Bakers' Twine to complete the cards.  Ink colors are Whisper and Cranberry.  The stamp set is B1455-Be Jolly and contains 4 different greetings.  It is a Hostess Stamp Set which means by Hosting your own Gathering or Workshop, you could purchase this set using your Hostess Rewards.  (I can help you earn FREE & DISCOUNTED PRODUCT by hosting your own Gathering or Workshop-ask me how!)

Don't forget about the Cut Above Quick Card Kits!  They are pre-cut and contain the supplies needed to create 10 5x7 cards, just add on B1468-Merriest Christmas stamp set and Z2116-Cranberry ink pad, this stamp and ink color work well on both sets.  

Z2065-Cut Above Holiday Card Kit  $15 

Z2064 Cut Above Christmas Card Kit $14

Again,  Please RSVP to me with your order & payment by November 15th.  I look forward to seeing you on November 29th!  

5 LUCKY Ways To Be A Winner in November!

It's Studio J's five-year anniversary, and that means it's your LUCKY month!  During the month of November, there are FIVE WAYS to WIN BIG through Studio J and Close To My Heart social media.

1.  All layouts purchased in Studio J during November are only $5.00!  (Regularly $6.95/layout.)

2.  Every 5th order placed in Studio J during November receives a FREE surprise Close To My Heart accessory in it's shipping box!  (Retail value of $5 or more!)

3.  There will be FIVE Golden Tickets randomly given out in any Studio J order placed in November.  The Golden Ticket is your coupon to redeem for a FREE D-Ring Album with 10 top loading page protectors!  Perfect to showcase your Studio J layouts!

4.  Is simple!  Create new layouts in Studio J, select your favorites, then post pictures of them on Close To My Heart's Facebook Page using the hashtag #ctmhlucky5.  After November 30th, FIVE LUCKY WINNERS will be selected from the entries based on their artistry & creativity.  Each of these winners will receive a NEW D-Ring album with 10 top-loading page protectors.

5.  The last way to WIN is to post a picture of your newly created Studio J layout on Instagram using hashtag #ctmhlucky5.  After November 30th, FIVE LUCKY WINNERS will be selected from the entries to receive a D-Ring Album with 10 pa5ge protectors!

November is a great month to utilize Studio J!  Did you know that you can even use Studio J for photo developing???  The Express Collections have a photo development layout option where you can print your photos in just the right sizes you need for all of your layouts!

Also in November, 5 new kits from the Annual Inspirations Idea Book were added to Studio J. Create new Studio J layouts using the latest papers and embellishments from Close To My Heart.   The new kits are:  Confetti Wishes, Snowhaven, Seaside, Pathfinding and Scaredy Cat.

Not familiar with Studio J?  Why not give it a try!  It's FREE to use-you only pay for the layouts you wish to purchase.  You can begin by CLICKING HERE!  

As always, I am here for YOU!  If you need any assistance with Studio J or have any questions, please just ask!