It's Official!

I am doing the happy dance and I just couldn't wait to share my good news!  Close to my Heart has selected my favorite vacation destination, Walt Disney World, for the location of our annual convention.  The Happiest Place on Earth is going to be that much better for three days in June.  This year, I am going to be part of the magic! 

Over the coming months, I will be working hard to bring you exciting new workshops and the very best quality stamp and scrapbook products.  Our fabulous Spring Idea Book debuts in February.  If you're looking to get your creative juices flowing, this season's collections of bright colors are sure to kick your crafting mojo into high gear.  Ready to be part of the magic?  Take a look at my workshop schedule or our visit my web site!

Hurry Mr. FedEx!

My most recent order is scheduled for delivery today!  I am looking forward to a crafting weekend and some creative play time with my new Close To My Heart goodies.  I can't wait to get started on my Valentines.  My order qualified me for two special values; I got the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 and the super cute Whooo's Your Valentine set for just $10!  I love shopping for stamps and scrapbooking supplies, but I love it even more when I am able to get great deals on high quality products.  I saved over $42!

Looking for your chance to get a great deal too?  With a qualifying purchase of $35 before January 31, 2013 you'll get the Whooo's Your Valentine Kit (a $40 value) for just $10.   Purchase $50 or more and add the elegant Valentine Stamp of the Month (a $17.95 value) for just $5. 

 
Interested in an even better deal?  Close To My Heart rewards our hostesses with our very best values!  Ask me how you can earn free and discounted products by hosting an online gathering.  It's quick and easy to set up and there is no high pressure sales pitch.  Hostesses are able to purchase exclusive value bundles such as this terrific Avonlea pack with pattern papers, coordinating inks, stamps and accessories.

Contact me today or visit my web site to learn more about how you can get in on our very best deals!

January Stamp of the Month

January is the perfect time to take advantage of some awesome deals for Valentine stamp sets from Close To My Heart!  In addition to our super cute Whoo's Your Valentine kit, this month's stamp of the month set, Happy Valentine's, features elegant options for beautiful projects like those pictured above.  Complete instructions for each of the projects can be found on my web site

Need help with a Valentine's card?  Be sure to sign up for my Card Creations class!  Join me at Green Lotus Studios for an evening of fun and creativity, Tuesday, January 15, 2013 beginning at 6pm.  Sign up here to reserve your place in class.

Super cute Valentine kit!

Whooo’s Your Valentine kit
 

Combine your love of paper and glitter with the contents of this kit to create personalized Valentines. This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart product from the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book. This kit offers you a sneak peek at two new Spring/Summer 2013 products: the treat tubes and the silver glitter paper! Decorate the die-cut boxes with stamped images, cardstock, and glitter paper. Then attach the clear tube and fill with treats for quick and easy Valentines!

Featured Products:

12 – Die-Cut Boxes (3 each of 4 colors: Blush, Hollyhock, Ruby, White Daisy)
3 – 12″ × 12″ Cardstock Sheets (Blush, Hollyhock, White Daisy)
1 – Sheet Silver Glitter Paper – new product for Spring/Summer 2013!
12 – Treat Tubes with Lids – new product for Spring/Summer 2013!
1 – My Acrylix^® Whooo’s Your Valentine Stamp Set (D-size)

This offer valid through January 31, 2013. Limit one Whooo’s Your Valentine kit per qualifying order.

Once you’ve finished with Valentine’s Day treats, you’ll find plenty of uses for the stamp set with the adorable owl plus any of that awesome glitter paper that is left over. About the glitter paper – no, the glitter doesn’t rub off!  Another consultant said it best, “it’s a holiday miracle people”.  Even better, the Cricut cuts through it like butter.  Don't miss this great deal!

Holiday color palette

I took one look at this set of color swatches and felt like Christmas!

Source: jeanettelynton.com via Close To My Heart on Pinterest

What colors say Christmas to you?

Chalk It Up!

I came across this awesome layout this morning and decided the design was just what I was looking for to showcase my favorite French restaurant in a layout.  Now I can't wait to play with the Close To My Heart chalkboard sheet and marker!

I also found this video which showcases our chalkboard shapes plus gives helpful instruction on putting together Cricut cut 3D flowers.

These products can be found in our Autumn/Winter Idea Book:

• Z1767 Chalk Marker $2.95
• Z1788 Chalkboard Shapes $3.95
• Z1789 12x12 Chalkboard Sheet (adhesive backed and suitable for cutting with Cricut) $4.95

Special Offer Starts this week!

When you place an order of $35 or more in Close To My Heart products, you’ll receive the Whooo’s Your Valentine kit for only $10.  The Whooo’s Your Valentine kit includes 12 die-cut boxes, 3 cardstock sheets, 1 sheet of silver glitter paper, 12 treat tubes, and an exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit. This kit offers you a sneak peek at two new Spring/Summer 2013 products: the treat tubes and the silver glitter paper!  Don't miss this terrific value.  Contact me for details!