...Remember When...

I am preparing lots of ideas for my upcoming retreat! I want to keep most of these page layouts as a surprise to my retreat attendees. 

This layout (which was Pinterest inspired) features the Regatta paper pack, along with the Doodled Designs (A1170) stamp set.

 The title was added using 3D Foam tape to add dimension

I love that I can create a simple border (or background) with a stamp set and stamp pads that coordinate with the paper pack 

I hate throwing away scraps - and often end up with too many, but an addition of a row of little "flags" is a great way to use those now strips left in the bag. 

I always save the Zip Strips, but often forget to use them. The scallop border punch is a great way to change one to suit your layout.

Come back again soon and see what else I have been creating and what is new.

Doreen

Retiring Stamp Sets

Many of the current stamp sets available through Close To My Heart are retiring soon! Some will retire at the end of Seasonal Expressions 1 (30th April 2016) and others at the end of the current Annual Inspirations (31st July). So if you have been thinking of getting a particular stamp set, don't delay. Order yours today from my website . Below is a list of the retiring stamp sets, for your information.

Stamps Retiring 30th April, 2016
Item #	Description	Retiring
A1184	Rejoice	30-Apr-16
A1185	Friendly Wishes	30-Apr-16
A1186	Pirate Birthday	30-Apr-16
B1507	To the Moon	30-Apr-16
B1508	Kiss It Better	30-Apr-16
B1509	My Mother (US/CA)	30-Apr-16
B1510	Sugar & Spice	30-Apr-16
B1511	My Mother (AU/NZ)	30-Apr-16
B1512	Play Hard— Gymnastics	30-Apr-16
B1513	Block Uppercase	30-Apr-16
B1514	Play Hard—Diving	30-Apr-16
B1515	Play Hard—Cheer	30-Apr-16
B1516	Your Beautiful Self	30-Apr-16
C1635	Our Story	30-Apr-16
C1636	Live, Laugh, Love	30-Apr-16
C1637	Stamps of Approval	30-Apr-16
C1638	Spring Critters	30-Apr-16
C1639	Take Heart	30-Apr-16
C1640	Friend in Me	30-Apr-16
C1641	Springtime Wishes	30-Apr-16
C1642	My Anchor	30-Apr-16
C1643	Stuck on You	30-Apr-16
D1683	Woodland Romance	30-Apr-16
D1684	Beach Days	30-Apr-16
M1135	On the Plus Side	30-Apr-16
M1136	Patch of Sky	30-Apr-16
M1137	A Day for Mother	30-Apr-16
Stamps Retiring 31st July, 2016
A1115	A Holiday	31-Jul-16
A1117	A Typeface	31-Jul-16
A1121	A Blossom	31-Jul-16
A1131	Love	31-Jul-16
A1146	Sincere Expressions	31-Jul-16
A1149	Trim The Tree	31-Jul-16
A1150	Charming Chevrons	31-Jul-16
A1159	LOL	31-Jul-16
A1161	Beyond Measure	31-Jul-16
A1164	Beach Gear	31-Jul-16
A1167	Keep Your Chin Up	31-Jul-16
A1172	Smiles Begin with You	31-Jul-16
A1173	The Best Dad Ever	31-Jul-16
A1174	Spray of Joy	31-Jul-16
A1175	Pen Pals	31-Jul-16
A1176	Christmas Star	31-Jul-16
A1177	Light the Menorah	31-Jul-16
A1178	Love My Dog	31-Jul-16
A1179	Housewarming Hello	31-Jul-16
A1181	Love My Cat	31-Jul-16
A1183	Little Things - Hostess Rewards	31-Jul-16
B1381	Holiday Cheer	31-Jul-16
B1390	Countdown	31-Jul-16
B1391	Zoology	31-Jul-16
B1392	Key Moments	31-Jul-16
B1398	Just for You	31-Jul-16
B1399	Crafted with Love	31-Jul-16
B1400	Beautiful Friendship	31-Jul-16
B1404	Cup of Cheer	31-Jul-16
B1408	Buttons, Bits, and Bobs	31-Jul-16
B1409	Pirouette	31-Jul-16
B1412	Perfect Fit—Holidays	31-Jul-16
B1413	Perfect Fit—Halloween	31-Jul-16
B1415	In Gear	31-Jul-16
B1416	Keyboard Uppercase	31-Jul-16
B1417	Perfect Fit—Birthday	31-Jul-16
B1419	Joyful Birthday	31-Jul-16
B1422	Easter Wishes	31-Jul-16
B1424	Classy Doily	31-Jul-16
B1427	Perfect Fit—Thanksgiving	31-Jul-16
B1428	Look to the Light	31-Jul-16
B1429	Eek & Shriek	31-Jul-16
B1431	Reel Life	31-Jul-16
B1435	Angel Friends	31-Jul-16
B1438	Banner Wishes	31-Jul-16
B1443	Hello Wonderful	31-Jul-16
B1449	Oodles of Doodles	31-Jul-16
B1453	Frightfully Fun	31-Jul-16
B1460	Trick or Treat Sweets	31-Jul-16
B1462	Lovely Birthday	31-Jul-16
B1463	Thankful Heart	31-Jul-16
B1466	Sweet Salutations	31-Jul-16
B1473	Flowers for Mom	31-Jul-16
B1474	Flowers for Mum	31-Jul-16
B1475	Handmade	31-Jul-16
B1476	My Fave	31-Jul-16
B1478	Ice-Cold Summer	31-Jul-16
B1479	Salute Our Heros	31-Jul-16
B1481	Friendly Pets	31-Jul-16
B1482	My Story	31-Jul-16
B1483	Season's Greetings	31-Jul-16
B1485	Positive Chemistry	31-Jul-16
B1486	Darling Dinos	31-Jul-16
B1487	Perfect Pear - Hostess Reward	31-Jul-16
B1488	Pumpkin Chevron	31-Jul-16
B1490	Happy Hooray - Hostess Reward	31-Jul-16
B1491	Birthday Funnies Hostess Reward	31-Jul-16
B1492	Fallen Leaves	31-Jul-16
B1494	Hit the Road	31-Jul-16
B1495	Play Hard— Baseball	31-Jul-16
B1496	Play Hard— Basketball	31-Jul-16
B1497	Play Hard— Cricket	31-Jul-16
B1498	Play Hard— Football	31-Jul-16
B1499	Play Hard— Hockey	31-Jul-16
B1500	Play Hard—Rugby	31-Jul-16
B1501	Play Hard— Soccer	31-Jul-16
B1502	Play Hard—Volleyball	31-Jul-16
B1503	Steampunk Scoundrels	31-Jul-16
B1504	Sending Love	31-Jul-16
B1505	Baby & Friends	31-Jul-16
B1506	Little Presents	31-Jul-16
C1441	Affection	31-Jul-16
C1462	All Hallows Eve	31-Jul-16
C1463	Harvest Happiness	31-Jul-16
C1464	Blue Ribbon	31-Jul-16
C1465	Unscripted	31-Jul-16
C1467	Sweet Moments	31-Jul-16
C1469	December 25th	31-Jul-16
C1483	Born to Ride	31-Jul-16
C1484	Love Clusters	31-Jul-16
C1496	Enjoy!	31-Jul-16
C1497	Pure Adventure	31-Jul-16
C1501	New Arrival	31-Jul-16
C1502	Princess Wings	31-Jul-16
C1503	The Best Things	31-Jul-16
C1509	Magic Potions	31-Jul-16
C1521	Approved	31-Jul-16
C1523	Outta This World	31-Jul-16
C1530	Sail Away	31-Jul-16
C1531	Tropical Paradise	31-Jul-16
C1532	Camping Delights	31-Jul-16
C1534	Sightseer	31-Jul-16
C1537	Honeycomb	31-Jul-16
C1538	Girls Rock	31-Jul-16
C1540	Hello Blooms	31-Jul-16
C1541	New Baby	31-Jul-16
C1542	Perect Fit—Dad	31-Jul-16
C1543	Perfect Fit—Mom	31-Jul-16
C1558	Wild Wonders	31-Jul-16
C1559	Always Grateful	31-Jul-16
C1564	Stitch Wonder	31-Jul-16
C1565	In the Moment	31-Jul-16
C1566	Tech Speak	31-Jul-16
C1567	Santa Claus	31-Jul-16
C1575	True to Life	31-Jul-16
C1578	Camper Crazy	31-Jul-16
C1580	Big Top	31-Jul-16
C1581	Inspiration Flourishes	31-Jul-16
C1582	Made from Scratch	31-Jul-16
C1584	Feathers	31-Jul-16
C1588	Great Job	31-Jul-16
C1590	Delightful Ditty	31-Jul-16
C1591	Merry, Merry	31-Jul-16
C1594	Treasure Friendship	31-Jul-16
C1599	Pretty Petals	31-Jul-16
C1604	Forever in My Heart	31-Jul-16
C1607	Someone Special	31-Jul-16
C1610	Dizzy Circle	31-Jul-16
C1611	Campfire Lifestyle	31-Jul-16
C1616	Treats of Friendship	31-Jul-16
C1620	Baby Zoo	31-Jul-16
C1621	Mr. & Mrs.	31-Jul-16
C1622	In Review	31-Jul-16
C1623	Loads of Fun	31-Jul-16
C1624	Birthday Wish- Hostess Rewards	31-Jul-16
C1625	A Thousand Thanks	31-Jul-16
C1626	Hexagonal Patterns	31-Jul-16
C1627	Reindeer Bells	31-Jul-16
C1628	Christ Is Born	31-Jul-16
C1629	Diamonds are Forever	31-Jul-16
C1630	Little Monsters	31-Jul-16
C1632	Say It All - Hostess Rewards	31-Jul-16
C1633	For Family	31-Jul-16
D1458	American Celebration	31-Jul-16
D1459	Canadian Celebration	31-Jul-16
D1480	Snowflakes	31-Jul-16
D1481	Vintage Type	31-Jul-16
D1482	Love Life	31-Jul-16
D1490	Backdrop Charmed	31-Jul-16
D1491	Hooray Bouquet	31-Jul-16
D1493	Fill in the Blank - Holiday	31-Jul-16
D1494	Christmas Cheer	31-Jul-16
D1502	Look Who's…	31-Jul-16
D1506	Family Love	31-Jul-16
D1515	Play Day	31-Jul-16
D1518	Christmas Delights	31-Jul-16
D1520	Ornamental Cheer	31-Jul-16
D1522	Glamour Lowercase	31-Jul-16
D1524	Frame It Up	31-Jul-16
D1525	Casual Expressions	31-Jul-16
D1526	Family Tree	31-Jul-16
D1527	Perfect Fit—Frames	31-Jul-16
D1536	Perfect Fit—Frames 2	31-Jul-16
D1537	Glamour Uppercase	31-Jul-16
D1539	The Happy Couple	31-Jul-16
D1542	For a Friend	31-Jul-16
D1545	Wheel of Life	31-Jul-16
D1546	Frame Flair	31-Jul-16
D1555	All the Details	31-Jul-16
D1556	School Years	31-Jul-16
D1560	Holiday Tags	31-Jul-16
D1561	B is for Baby	31-Jul-16
D1578	Flight of the Arrows	31-Jul-16
D1580	Catch You Later	31-Jul-16
D1581	Give A Lift	31-Jul-16
D1584	Big Hug	31-Jul-16
D1599	Geek is Chic	31-Jul-16
D1600	Here We Go	31-Jul-16
D1604	Season of Thanks	31-Jul-16
D1605	Halloween Greetings	31-Jul-16
D1607	Bodacious Banners	31-Jul-16
D1609	Seaside Greetings	31-Jul-16
D1610	Christmas Post	31-Jul-16
D1611	Frosty Fun	31-Jul-16
D1612	Teacher Appreciation	31-Jul-16
D1613	Best Christmas	31-Jul-16
D1614	Reason for the Season	31-Jul-16
D1617	Make It Merry	31-Jul-16
D1618	Build-a-Cake	31-Jul-16
D1627	Your Own Kind of Wonderful	31-Jul-16
D1633	Hopping By	31-Jul-16
D1634	Rain or Shine	31-Jul-16
D1635	Assorted Edges	31-Jul-16
D1636	I Do	31-Jul-16
D1637	Jumping Geometrics	31-Jul-16
D1644	The Authentic Life	31-Jul-16
D1645	Botanical Backgrounds	31-Jul-16
D1647	Documenting Moments	31-Jul-16
D1648	Snapshot Memories	31-Jul-16
D1651	Wavy Blooms	31-Jul-16
D1652	Team Player	31-Jul-16
D1656	Miracle of Christmas	31-Jul-16
D1657	Holly Jolly Christmas	31-Jul-16
D1659	Mini Messages - Hostess Rewards	31-Jul-16
D1661	Crazy Good	31-Jul-16
D1662	Harvest Wreath	31-Jul-16
D1663	Floral Banners	31-Jul-16
D1664	Packages, Boxes, and Tags	31-Jul-16
D1665	Blossoming Expressions	31-Jul-16
D1666	Believe in Christmas	31-Jul-16
D1669	Tasty Terrors	31-Jul-16
D1677	Friend Tree	31-Jul-16
D1679	Animal Greetings	31-Jul-16
E1028	Hopscotch Alphabet	31-Jul-16
E1029	Marquee Uppercase	31-Jul-16
E1031	Dated	31-Jul-16
M1000	Monogram A	31-Jul-16
M1001	Monogram B	31-Jul-16
M1002	Monogram C	31-Jul-16
M1003	Monogram D	31-Jul-16
M1004	Monogram E	31-Jul-16
M1005	Monogram F	31-Jul-16
M1006	Monogram G	31-Jul-16
M1007	Monogram H	31-Jul-16
M1008	Monogram I	31-Jul-16
M1009	Monogram J	31-Jul-16
M1010	Monogram K	31-Jul-16
M1011	Monogram L	31-Jul-16
M1012	Monogram M	31-Jul-16
M1013	Monogram N	31-Jul-16
M1014	Monogram O	31-Jul-16
M1015	Monogram P	31-Jul-16
M1016	Monogram Q	31-Jul-16
M1017	Monogram R	31-Jul-16
M1018	Monogram S	31-Jul-16
M1019	Monogram T	31-Jul-16
M1020	Monogram U	31-Jul-16
M1021	Monogram V	31-Jul-16
M1022	Monogram W	31-Jul-16
M1023	Monogram X	31-Jul-16
M1024	Monogram Y	31-Jul-16
M1025	Monogram Z	31-Jul-16
M1050	Mini Calendar	31-Jul-16
M1051	Wish	31-Jul-16
M1053	Sweeter with You	31-Jul-16
M1054	XOXO	31-Jul-16
M1055	Friendship Wreath	31-Jul-16
M1122	Wedding Day	31-Jul-16
M1123	Feel Better	31-Jul-16
M1124	Birthday Calligraphy	31-Jul-16
M1125	Celebrate!	31-Jul-16
M1126	This Is Christmas	31-Jul-16
M1127	Hand-Lettered Christmas	31-Jul-16
M1128	Doubly Merry	31-Jul-16
M1129	Holiday Greetings	31-Jul-16
M1130	A Penned Hello	31-Jul-16
M1131	Victorian Gratitude	31-Jul-16

If any of these stamp sets are on your wish list, don't forget to add them to your next order. 

Come back again soon and see what else is new and what I have been creating.

Doreen