Joyful Stars May Blog Hop...

Welcome to the Joyful Stars May Blog Hop!

I'm so glad you could hop on by and view the Creative Inspirations of some of our talented Close To My Heart Independent Consultants.  If you  arrived here from the blog of Lori Meadows then you're right on track.

Celebrate With Cake is this May's Stamp of the Month.  This is one of my favorite promotions being a stamper at heart :)  Each month CTMH offers a special stamp set for only $5 with a qualifying purchase.  This month, this sweet set will get you through an abundance of special occasions!

I've been experimenting with different types of Watercolors these days given its popularity...not to mention I love to get messy :)  This technique is adding ink directly to your acrylic block and spritzing with water.  Let me know what you think...a little messy but FUN!

If you are interested in Water Coloring or Close To My Heart's Stamp of the Month, please visit my website.  You will find a full line of quality Papercrafting products.  While you're there check out all this months promotions for National Scrapbooking Month!

Thanks for stopping by.  Next on the Joyful Stars Blog Hop is Crystal Davis.  Be sure to HOP on over and check out all this month's creations!  If you get lost along the way you can begin at the beginning at Joyce Houck's Blog.

Happy Creating!
Donna

Stampaganza...

Happy March!  Can you believe how quickly 2016 is clipping right along and Spring is beckoning :)  I cannot wait to share Close To My Heart's March Specials...so without further ado here we go!

First STAMPAGANZA is here which is our Buy 2 Get 1 Offer on all the My Acrylix Stamp Sets.

Second is CTMH's Stamp of the month, "Sunshine Birdies"  How Stinkin' Cute is this stamp set...seriously?  LOVE IT!  Remember you can get this set for $5 when you purchase $50 dollars in CTMH product.  Love when we can bundle deals and save more :)

Okay there you have it, MARCH is the perfect time to stock up on Stamp Sets!  Check out the Seasonal Expressions or Annual Inspirations Idea Books for Creative Inspiration and visit me online to place an order.  Have questions, please email or call.  I'd love to help you choose the perfect CTMH products for your next project :)

Happy Creating!

Donna

Everything ABC's Blog Hop Letter D...

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop!

For this Hop we will be featuring the letter "D"  This may be the name of a paper, stamp set or an embellishment.  Whatever the crafter has chosen as their "D" element will be featured in their post.

If you came here from  Wendy Kessler at My Scrapbooking Blog then you're right on track!

The first thing that came to my mind when I thought of the Letter D was "Delightful" and what is more "Delightful" than this month's Stamp Of The Month "Balloon Animals" :)

Playful, Fun and Versatile...making a sweet addition to an Invitation, Birthday or Baby Shower card.  I created this set of four cards using a variety of coordinating colors along with our My Reflections Kaleidoscope Paper Pack.  Hope this designs give you a little Inspiration to CRAFT Something FUN!

For this project I used the following Close To My Heart Products...

My Reflections Kaleidoscope Paper Pack X7202B
My Acrylics Stamp Set Balloon Animals S1602 (Stamp Of The Month February 2016)
My Exclusive Inks
  Pacifica Z2192
  Pear Z2197
  Canary Z2643
  Sunset Z2191
  Glacier Z2641
Adventure Cardstock Combo X5935

If you are interested in any of these products or learning more about Close To My Heart, please visit my website.  I'd love to share our wonderful products with you.

Thank you for visiting and please leave a comment, I love seeing your feedback.!  Next up on the Everything ABC's Blog Hop is Tonya Whitehurst at Heart and Soul Scrappers.


If you got lost along the way please head over to Catherine Nowak's Blog at Cat Scrapbooking for a complete list of Hoppers :)

Happy Creating!
Donna

Everything ABC's Blog Hop Letter B...

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop!

For this Hop we will be featuring the letter "B"  This may be the name of a paper, stamp set or an embellishment.  Whatever the crafter has chosen as their "B" element will be featured in their post.

If you came here from  Wendy Kessler at My Scrapbooking Blog then you're right on track!

My Inspiration for the Letter "B" is BLOSSOMS :)  As the winter winds blow I am already thinking of Spring BLOSSOMS and what better way to do that than using CTMH's January Stamp Of The Month "Beloved Bouquet" and a few cuts from our Exclusive Cricut Cartridges.

I used our Newest Cricut Cartridge "Artistry" and one of my personal favorites "Artiste" for a combination of Sentiments and Images.  The Tea Cup and Layered Bloom with Paired Leaf is from Artistry and the Sentiments and Scalloped Layered Card are from Artiste.

The blossoms in the Tea Cup are Stamped Images from "Beloved Bouquet."  I love this beautiful stamp set and it is only available this month as our featured Stamp of the month.  Be sure to get yours before January 31, 2016 only $5 with a qualifying purchase.

Close To My Heart products used to create these projects are...

My Acrylic Beloved Bouquet S1601

My Exclusive Inks Pomegranate Z2653

My Exclusive Inks Blush Retired

My Reflections La Vie En Rose X7201B

Cricut Artistry Collection Z3167

Cricut Artiste Collection Z3170

If you would like to purchase any of these products or have questions about Close To My Heart please visit my Website.

Thank you for visiting!  Your next stop on our Everything ABC's Blog Hog is Tonya Whitehurst at Heart & Soul Scrappers.

If you get lost along the way please head over to Catherine Nowak's Blog at Cat Scrapbooking for a complete list of Hoppers :)

Happy Creating!
Donna

A To Z...

It's that time of year when we start thinking about "Back To School!"

Whether or not you have kiddos or not I'm sure you've seen advertising and rows and rows of Back To School Supplies, Clothes, Organizers and the like it's really just about everywhere you look.  And as Papercrafters I don't want you to feel left out in this season of Stocking Up & Organizing so here's a few things just for you from A To Z!

ARTISTRY

ARTISTRY & FRAMED

FRAMED - AUGUST STAMP OF THE MONTH

ACCESSORY & MARKER ROLL UPS

ZOE - NEWEST MY REFLECTIONS PAPER PACK

Jump On It July...

Wow, only 2 days left this month!  Good News, there is still time to get Close To My Heart's July Stamp Of The Month "Life Is Wonderful" and this month only you can get it FREE!

Visit my WEBSITE for complete details or to order yours Today!

Happy Creating!

Typed Note...

Wow, April has flown by with many changes in our household.  Holding fast to God as I begin this new season in my life and I think my word is BALANCE.  I've added my beloved parents to our household and we are settling into new routes as we manage teens and parents.  I am so Thankful to be able to help!

With 4 days left this month I wanted to make sure you know about Close To My Hearts current Stamp Of The Month..."Typed Note" available for only $5 with a $50 qualifying order through April 30th.  I truly love the Vintage Retro look and abundance of sentiments with this stamp set.

To view the current CTMH Idea Book or place an order, visit my Website.

Happy Creating!

This Moment...

Here we are beginning 2015 and seems like everyone is full steam ahead with plans for the new year.  I hear of resolutions, organizing, fitness plans, meal plan and more!  There is a lot of activity going on and Did you know its National Papercrafting Month?  Sure is! January is dedicated to my favorite pass time "Papercrafting". To CELEBRATE, Close To My Heart is offering several promotions this month.  First, want to get FREE CTMH products?  Consider hosting a gathering for you and a couple of your friends.  You can make a really cute project with me and earn FREE Products!  For this month ONLY they are offering up to 50% more Hostess Rewards on Gatherings over $350. 

For National Papercrafting Month CTMH is offering the Noted Paper Kit including a stamp set, stickers, cardstock and B&T Duos papers to chronicle your year like a "Time Capsule" This is being offered at $5 with a qualifying $50 purchase.  Oh but there's a second option that includes a My Creations Kraft Mini Album plus the Noted Paper Kit with everything listed above  for only $10.


Lastly, we have our ever popular Stamp Of The Month.  Layer your SAVINGS by adding the Size D Stamp Set "This Moment" for $5  with the same $50 qualifying order you placed to get the SPECIAL for National Papercrafting Month.  A perfect pairing setting you up for a year of Papercrafting goodness!

If you've been on Pinterest this week I'm sure you seen some of the featured artwork of my fellow CTMH Consultants.  Lots of GREAT Inspiration to be found using this stamp set. Including these two FUN projects below from Close To My Heart's Corporate Design Team.

For Complete Details on Any Of January's Promotions visit my website.  You can also view our current Idea Book Annual Inspirations and the Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book featuring many GREAT Spring Colors & Designs.

Thanks for Stopping by and Happy Stamping!

Family Is Forever...

Yesterday I shared that September is National Stamping Month and Close To My Heart was running a special promotion #30yearsofhappy, a mini stamp set of 30, FREE with a qualifying order of $30.  Today I wanted to share about CTMHs Stamp Of The Month program for September, "Family Is Forever"  This set coordinates with our Cricut Artiste Collection and can be added to stash for just $5 with a $50 purchase.  So why not bundle these two GREAT promotions and get more bang for your buck?  Simply purchase $50 in products including $30 My Acrylix stamps for the #30yearsofhappy promotion and for $5 you'll get them both!  Now that is EXCITING!

Remember Stamping is not just for Cards & Scrapbooking, think Home Decor, Entertaining, Wearable Art.  Stamping provides an array of opportunities to express your creative side.  Just look at these two samples featuring the current SOTM - Family Is Forever.

Here's a closer look at what's included in the Family Is Forever 7 piece D-Sized My Acrylix set.

For complete details on either of these September Promotions and to view Close To My Heart's full Annual Inspirations Idea Book, visit my website.

Happy Creating!

Finding Balance...

Back from my little hiatus :)  Sometimes its hard to find balance with the demands of home, family, work, end of school, jury duty and summer camps...I certainly don't have the answer to that one.  I often feel like my van just goes and finding downtime is a thing of the past.  I know we all have those season's where we put us on the back burner and just go, go, go...then things magically settle down and its time to focus on what we love and as you know for me that is stamping and creating!  I have really missed it!!!  Other than my birthday card workshop in early June, I just haven't had a chance to enjoy my ART.  As soon as I get my stamp studio back in order I'll post pictures of those cards.  In the meantime, I wanted to let you know about the July special and remind you that this is the last month for our current catalog...Yep, a new idea book is being released August 1st....so excited.

July Stamp of the Month....a very versatile set of 68 stamps titled "Circus Alphabet" I have been patiently waiting for this moth's special. 

Such cute artwork with this one!  Remember with all SOTM, only $5 with a $50 qualifying order.  Would love you to visit my online shop and place an order this month!

And here's a peek at the new Idea Book Cover. 

One big change is we are moving to a yearly Idea Book with 2 supplements.  And wait until I share all the stamping goodies with you...there are so many.  I am HAPPY Close To My Heart is offering a wider selection of products for us stampers!  Oh and yes there will be a new Cricut Collection :)

Happy Creating!

Scrap, Stamp, Send A Greeting...

Close To My Heart has released a series of New Product Collections.  Whether you are just beginning, wanting to take yor craft to the next level or want to try out new tools.  These Product Collections offer you the opportunity to purchase a preselected bundle at a slightly reduced price to get you started.

You can view complete details for each Product Collections at my online shop.  And...any of these bundles qualifies you to take advantage of either of this month's promotions..."Free to Be Me" paper pack celebrating National Scrapbook Month and our Stamp Of The Month "You've Got A Friend", each available for $5 with a qualifying order.

Happy Creating!

Free To Be Me...

Happy May....it's National Scrapbooking Month!  Time to celebrate with the "Free To Be Me" paper pack.  I have to say with the inclusion of the vellum papers and the tone on tone papers this is quickly becoming one of my favorite paper series.

Sharing Close To My Heart's Monthly Specials is one of my favorite parts of this business.  I have to say after papercrafting for 10 years, CTMH does have some very nice deals for its customers.   In May you can receive the "Free To Me" paper pack for only $5 with a $50 CTMH purchase plus you can take advantage of the Stamp Of The Month promotion for $5.  This month the stamp set is "You've Got A Friend".  That's right you can combine these monthly specials and receive both for a mere $5 each with your $50 CTMH order.  To take advantage of these offers, please visit my website.

Be sure to check back soon.  I'll be posting photos from my upcoming Workshops.  For those of you in Northeast Ohio, be sure to check out my Workshop schedule.  I'd love to have you join me at one of my upcoming sessions.  Located between Cleveland & Akron near the turnpike and Rt. 8.

Happy Creating!

April And I Ain't Foolin'...

April is finally here and I cannot believe the Beautiful weather we are having today, 73 degrees...what a welcomed change here in Northeast Ohio!

I cannot wait to share this Month's CTMH Specials!  First, our New Consultant Special - Discover The Art of Business is available this month only April 1-30, 2014.  You can join Close To My Heart for $99 and not only receive an Amazing Consultant Kit but you also get to select one of our three Cricut Collections absolutely FREE.  That's a $400 value for $99.  I'd love to have you join my team!  If you are interested in learning more please visit my online website and let's take your Passion for Papercrafting to the next level.

Next, Close To My Heart's Stamp Of The Month Program will have you talking with the featured April Stamp Set, Balloon Talk.  This versatile size D set of 24 stamps will have you creating sweet designs including cards, tags, layouts and more.  Just check out the featured designs using Balloon Talk with our Lollydoodle paper packet.  As you know from previous posts, I love the fresh vibrant vibe of this paper collection.  Cannot wait to share some of these fun ideas with you at an upcoming class.

If you have any questions about either of our two promotions this month or would like to place an order.  Drop me a line, give me a call or visit my website.  I'd love to share this Fantastic Opportunity with you.  If you want to share your Papercrafting Passion with others, receive discounted products and create fabulous keepsakes...I'd have to say NOW is the Perfect Time!  Receive a FREE Cricut Collection valued at $99 plus your very own Consultant Kit valued at $300 and filled with tons of CTMH products that's a $400 value for $99 plus S/H. What a STELLAR Deal!

Happy Papercrafting and I look forward to serving you!