Days 4 & 5 of #30yearsofhappy

I am loving these simple little projects that Close To My Heart are sharing on their FB & Instagram pages. These are my versions of Days 4 & 5

A cute little 3"x3" card

 This border on this little card is cut using the Scallop Border Punch and some scraps of cardstock. I used Sparkles to decorate

A Mini Pillow Box - great for small gifts

This little Pillow Box would be great for any of those small gifts for loved ones. It was made using Adventure Paper Fundamentals. I love all the colours in these paper packs!

Please come back again soon to see what other projects I will re-create! And don't forget you can get your set of these fabulous #30yearsofhappy stamps for FREE when you spend just $30.00 on stamps. Check out all the available stamps here!

 Doreen

September is National Stamping Month & Close to My Heart is celebrating with #30daysofhappy

September is National Stamping Month, and Close To My Heart is celebrating all month long! When you spend $30 on any current retail-priced stamps during the month of September, you qualify to receive the exclusive C-sized stamp set #30yearsofhappy for FREE! This special offer is part of our celebration of National Stamping Month and in honour of our on-going celebration of our founder and CEO Jeanette Lynton’s 30-year anniversary in the scrapbooking and stamping industry. The exclusive stamp set features 30 mini images and sentiments perfectly suited for 30 days of happy stamping! You can check out Close To My Heart’s Facebook page and Instagram during September to follow all the ways we’re celebrating #30yearsofhappy for a full 30 days! 

 

Each day during September CTMH is posting an idea using one (or more) of the #30daysofhappy stamp set, so I have decided to re-create these projects each day (as I am able to). 

 

Below are the first three projects! - a gorgeous little gift tag, a card and a mini album! All were very simple to create! I have also made a set of little 3"x3" cards.

 

Day 1 #30daysofhappy project from CTMH

 Created using: White Daisy, Kraft & Cotton Candy Cardstock, Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, Glacier Exclusive Inks stamp pad & #30yearsofhappy stamp set

Day3 #30daysofhappy project from CTMH

Created using Thistle & White Daisy Cardstock, Artbooking Cricut Cartridge, #30yearsofhappy stamp set &  Thistle Striped Ribbon

Day 2 #30daysofhappy project from CTMH

 Created using Hollyhock & White Daisy Cardstock, Whimsy (Glacier) Fundamentals paper, Silver Shimmer Trim, Pink Glitter Gems, #30yearsofhappy stamp set & Thistle Exclusive Inks stamp pad.

Small cards using #30daysofhappy stamp set and Whimsy Fundamentals Paper Pack

These little gift cards were created using White Daisy Cardstock, Whimsy (Glacier) Fundamentals paper pack, #30yearsofhappy stamp set, Glacier & Pixie Exclusive Inks stamp pads.

Of course, I have also been working on some other projects. A lot of my time has been take up getting ready for Market Day at Mawson Lakes on 13th September. Below are some of my other projects.

This is the Father's Day card I am making with the children at church on Sunday - inspired by Meryl Cheetham

Created using White Daisy & Black cardstock, Black Glitter paper, Black Exclusive Inks stamp pad and Perfect Fit - Dad stamp set (C1542)

 

One of my Christmas cards for 2014 inspired by card by Jill

Created using Colonial White bulk card & envelope, Kraft & Colonial White cardstock, Merry, Merry Stamp set (C1591), Topiary & Cocoa Exclusive Inks stamp pads, Bitty Sparkles (Z1263), Versamark Ink & Gold Embossing powder. The clear sparkles were coloured using the ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Carmine Marker.

some more embossed cards

Created using White Daisy Cardstock, Versamark Ink, White Embossing Powder, "A Budding Friendship" stamp set. The colour was added using Black, Canary, Pixie & Juniper inks. 

This card was inspired by Denise Anderson Turley

 Created using Fundamentals papers, White Daisy & Black cardstock, Artiste Cricut Cartridge & Black Shimmer Trim

Background created using masking tape

Created using White Daisy & Glacier cardstock, Cocoa, Glacier, Pixie and Pear Exclusive Inks stamp pads & "Sing Glory" stamp set (this stamp set is only available as a hostess reward - contact me to find out how to get your set).

a favourite from last year that I am re-creating for 2014

Created using Colonial White & Kraft cardstock, Colonial White card and envelope, Yuletide Carol paper pack, Mary & Babe stamp set, Desert Sand Exclusive Inks stamp pad.

inspired by Lyn Put

Created using White Daisy, Black, Olive & Buttercup cardstock,  Dot Embossing folder, Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, Black Exclusive Inks stamp pad & Black Shimmer Trim.

inspired by tags on page 71 in the Annual Inspirations

Created using Kraft & Colonial White cardstock, "Trim the Tree" stamp set, Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, Topiary striped ribbon, Cranberry & Topiary Exclusive Inks stamp pads.

inspired by a card found on Pinterest

Created using White Daisy cards & envelopes, White Daisy, Cranberry & Topiary cardstock,  Gold Dots Washi Tape, Noel Stamp Set, Clear Bitty Sparkles coloured using ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Carmine Marker, Topiary, Cocoa & Desert Sand Exclusive Inks stamp pads.

inspired by card by Brae Montgomery

Created using Kraft Cardstock & Basics Fundamentals paper pack, Baker's Twine, Cocoa Exclusive Inks stamp pad.

If you would like to make any of these cards, contact me to book into one of my upcoming workshops. I would love to help you create your stash of cards for family and friends. 

And remember you can shop online for any of the products listed or earn FREE & HALF PRICE products by hosting your own event! Contact me to book your party!

Or would you like it all? I have one of each of the NEW Consultant Kits available to take home today! Whether your are predominantly a scrap booker or card maker, there is a kit to suit you! For just $130.00 (plus $19.50 shipping and handling fee) you could take home your kit today. Each kit has a retail value of more than $500.00! So what are you waiting for?

I look forward to catching up with you soon.

                                                                                             Doreen

 

Cards & more...

Before I show you some of the cards I have been making, I want to feature another page made using the Chalk It Up paper range - it is such a versatile paper pack. 

Based on Layout #10 in Make It From Your Heart Volume 2

Products used to create this double page:

Chalk It Up Paper Pack

Chalk It Up Assortment 

Flaxen Cardstock

Lagoon Cardstock  

Sorbet Cardstock 

Make it From Your Heart Vol 2 

All these products and more can be found on my website. Just click on the product name and you will be taken to the website.

I have also been making a few cards to add to my selection ready for upcoming markets and events. Join one of my card making workshops and add to your own selection of cards on hand. You need never run out of cards!

These are just a few of my latest creations!

The set of cards above and below were inspired by the very talented Lisa Stenz  Click on her name to go to her blog.

This card was inspired by cards also by Lisa Stenz - I love her work. I have used the NEW Whimsy Fundamentals paper pack

Your Own Kind Of Wonderful Stamp Set 

Cocoa & Thistle Exclusive Inks Stamp Pads 

Cocoa & White Daisy Cardstock 

 

The flower petals on this card were created using the wings on the What a Hoot Stamp Set - this stamp set is only available during August, so don't miss out on getting your set!

 I was inspired by Pinterest for this card. It was made using the A Budding Friendship Stamp Set

This card was created using various Whimsy Pigment Inks and Clear Embossing Powder with the Honeycomb Stamp Set 

It won't be long till Christmas is here, so I have started making Christmas cards too! Below are some.

I also used heat embossing on this card - using the Noel Stamp Set 

Cranberry Pigment Ink & Clear Embossing powder. 

 These cards were created using the October Stamp of the Month (Home for the Holidays) which will be available during the month of October 2014! Don't miss out on your set in October!

And to finish off, I have created some simple gift cards ready for Christmas.

These gift cards were also created using the Home for the Holidays stamp set (S1410) available during October only!

For the gift cards to the right, I created the background using Washi Tape

The sentiment was stamped from the Hostess Rewards only Be Jolly Stamp Set.

For the gift cards below, the background paper is from the Yuletide Carol Paper Pack 

If you would like a set of these stamps, contact me to book your own party with some friends so you can get yours!

I would love to help you get your photos into albums and a selection of your own cards to have on hand. If you would like attend workshops, contact me for more information. If you are not on my emailing list, and would like to be, contact me to have your name added.

I look forward to catching up with you again soon.                                       Doreen

 

Today, the NEW Annual Inspirations went live! 

I have been able to play with some of the fabulous new products during the past month, and now I can share them with you!

During August I am going to be featuring the beautiful Chalk It Up Range so have created a few pages using this range. I have also used the August SoM (Stamp of the Month) - What a Hoot.

Check out some of my projects.

 

Layout created using the Chalk It Up WoTG kit

Additional Layout from Chalk It Up WoTG kit

The owl on this layout comes from the August Stamp of the Month Stamp Set - What a Hoot

Another layout using the August SoM is the one below. This one is loosely based on the layout on page 17 of the Annual Inspirations.

Created using Scaredy Cat Paper Pack and August SoM - What a Hoot

This is the very cute and versatile August SoM (S1408). You can get this stamp set for just $5.00 with any order of $75.00 or more - or you can purchase it for $27.00. It is only available during August, so don't miss out and get your order in soon.

Also during August, you can take advantage of the fabulous "Picture Perfection" campaign!  When you purchase any of the 13 available Picture My Life™ scrapbooking programs featured in the 2014–2015 Annual Inspirations idea book at their full retail price of $35.00, you are eligible to add your choice of 1 of 8 qualifying Memory Protectors™ 10-packs for just $4.00! Each Picture My Life scrapbooking program already includes a coordinating 10-pack of Memory Protectors, so when you add your additional 10-pack for only $4.00 you will be well on your way to your own picture-perfect pocket scrapbooking adventure! This offer is only available during August, so take advantage today. 

Is now the right time for you to join my Close To My Heart team? Then you will be pleased to know there are now two options for the business kit. 

The Scrapbookers Business Kit includes:

• Read Me First Letter
• Annual Inspirations (qty. 10)
• Hostess Order Forms (qty. 25)
• Customer Order Forms (qty. 25)
• Close To My Heart Color Swatches
• Annual Inspirations B&T Duos™ Sampler
• Petite Perks™ With Toppings Incentive Stamp Set (qty. 5)
• Workshops on the Go™ Chalk It Up Scrapbooking Kit (G1081)
• Chalk It Up Complements (X7184C)
• Chalk It Up Assortment (Z3009)
• Chalk It Up B&T Duos™ Bulk Pack
• Chalk It UP Bulk 3-D Hearts
• Flaxen Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2642)
• Black Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2105)
• Sorbet Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2164)
• Picture My Life™ For Always Scrapbooking Program (Z2022)
• My Acrylix™ Handwritten Print (E1030)
• My Acrylix™ Great Job (C1588)
• 3" × 3" My Acrylix™ Block (Y1006)
• 4" × 5" My Acrylix™ Block (Y1012)
• ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Golden Yellow Marker (Z2452)
• ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Turquoise Blue Marker (Z2465)
• My Legacy™ Outdoor Denim Post-Bound Album (Z1346)
• Durables Triangle Studs (Z1928)
• Teal Shimmer Trim (Z1918)
• Gold Polka-Dot Washi Tape (Z1920)
• My Creations™ Hip Pics Album (Z1956)
• Non-Stick Micro-Tip Scissors (Z1836)
• My Acrylix™ Stamp Scrubber (Z1782)
• My Acrylix™ Spritz Cleaner (1778)
• Bonding Memories™ Glue (1512)
• Sponge (Z697)
• Liquid Glass (Z679)
• Cello Bags (qty. 25)

The Cardmaker's Business Kit includes:

• Read Me First Letter
• Annual Inspirations (qty. 10)
• Hostess Order Forms (qty. 25)
• Customer Order Forms (qty. 25)
• Close To My Heart Color Swatches
• Annual Inspirations B&T Duos™ Sampler
• Petite Perks™ With Toppings Incentive Stamp Set (qty. 5)
• Seaside B&T Duos™ Bulk Pack
• Confetti Wishes B&T Duos™ Bulk Pack
• Slate Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2173)
• Thistle Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2640)
• Pear Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2197)
• Lagoon Exclusive Inks™ Pad (Z2195)
• My Acrylix™ Have A Happy Day (D1616)
• My Acrylix™ Lovely Birthday (B1462)
• My Acrylix™ Your Own Kind of Wonderful (D1627)
• 1" × 3½" My Acrylix™ Block (Y1002)
• 3" × 3" My Acrylix™ Block (Y1006)
• 2" × 6½" My Acrylix™ Block (Y1010)
• ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Peony Purple Marker (Z2462)
• ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Tender Pink Marker (Z2464)
• ShinHan™ Touch Twin™ Leaf Green Marker (Z2454)
• White Cards and Envelopes Value Pack (X254)
• Durables Triangle Studs (Z1298)
• Silver Sequins Assortment (Z2013)
• Gold Sequins Assortment (Z2012)
• Teal Shimmer Trim (Z1918)
• Gold Shimmer Trim (Z1985)
• Gold Polka-Dot Washi Tape (Z1920)
• Thistle Diagonal Striped Ribbon (Z1990)
• My Creations™ Hip Pics Album (Z1956)
• 3-D Foam Tape (Z1151)
• Non-Stick Micro-Tip Scissors (Z1836)
• My Acrylix™ Stamp Scrubber (Z1782)
• My Acrylix™ Spritz Cleaner (1778)
• Bonding Memories™ Glue (1512)
• Sponge (Z697)
• Liquid Glass (Z679)
• Ranger™ White Super Fine Embossing Powder (Z2068)
• Versamark™ Ink Pad Tsukineko™ (Z891)
• Water Color Pencils (3505)
• Cello Bags (qty. 25)

I would love to welcome you as a part of my team!

In the next few weeks I will plan more with you from the fabulous range of scrapbooking, cardmaking, papercrafting and stamping products from Close To My Heart!

If you would like to learn more, then why not join me at one of my upcoming workshops. 

Friday, 8th August 2014 - 7.30pm till 11.30pm - Workshop

Friday, 22nd August 2014 - 7.30pm till 11.30pm - Workshop

Sunday, 24th August 2014 - 1.30pm till 4.30pm - Card Workshop (scrappers welcome)

Sunday, 24th August 2014 - Chris Lothian Workshop at Glenelg (bookings required by 10th August - email information sent late July to those on my mailing list).

If you would like to book into any workshops, please contact me. Email reminders are sent for all workshops and booking are essential.

I look forward to catching up with you soon.

Happy crafting.                                                                                 Doreen

Circus Alphabet - July SoM

The fun July Stamp of the Month is now available! Get your set for just $5.00 with any purchase of $75.00! And to give you some ideas of just how versatile this stamp set is, check out this video clip! 

I have had some fun creating some projects using the stamp set.

 

For these two pages, I have used the Circus Alphabet stamp set for the titles. Other products used are: 

Free To Be Me Paper pack (NLA)

Black Exclusives Ink Pad

Various Markers (NB: there are NEW markers coming in August!)

4" x 6" Memory Protector Flip Flaps

White Daisy Cardstock

 

This page is based on Layout 2j - Bottom Border - Title in the Reflections Idea Book

Products used: 

White Daisy Cardstock

Twilight Cardstock

Sorbet Cardstock

Lollydoodle Paper Pack

Crystal Blue Cardstock

July SoM - Circus Alphabet

Twilight Exclusives Stamp Pad

Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge

3D Foam Tape

Products used to create this card are: White Card & Envelope Bulk Pack

Ivy Lane paper pack

Hollyhock Cardstock

July SoM - Circus Alphabet

Enjoy the Little Things Stamp Set - (B1451 - Hostess Rewards Stamp set). If you would like this stamp set, contact me to find out how you can get yours!

3D Foam Tape 

Gypsy Exclusives Ink Pad

Honey Exclusives Ink Pad

Hollyhock Exclusives Ink Pad

Olive Exclusives Ink Pad

The CTMH annual convention was held at Disneyland last weekend. And this is where they announced the release of the NEW Annual Inspirations Catalogue - which goes live on 1st August! It is 198 pages of scrapbooking, cardmaking, stamping and paper crafting goodness! You can get a copy early for just $7.00 pick up or $9.00 posted! I am expecting my first shipment of the Annual Inspirations in the 2nd week of July, so order your copy today!

Also at convention, the NEW Consultant Kit was released! Or should I say 2 NEW Consultant Kits were released! 

The Scrapbooker’s New Consultant Kit includes a huge supply of Close To My Heart products, perfect for creating beautiful scrapbook layouts and pages, all for only $130, with a retail value over $500 - which makes it a fantastic deal! Join my team and discover all the wonderful rewards of being a Close To My Heart Independent Consultant.

 The Cardmaker’s New Consultant Kit contains a wide selection of Close To My Heart products, ideal for creating stunning cards, all for only $130, also with a retail value of over $500, making this kit is a fantastic deal as well! And don't worry if you want it all, because you can have it all with 22% discount on everything as a consultant. I am looking for all types of consultants to join my team - whether you just want to purchase for your own personal use or build a business! 

To find what's in the NEW Consultant Kit & how to join my team, click on the link: Consultant Opportunity

Book into my NEW Product Open House on Saturday 2nd August 2014 and see some of the NEW products. There will be some make and Take opportunities with NEW products as well as demonstrations. If you are on my mailing list, watch your inbox for more information! If you would like to go on my mailing list, contact me so I can add you!

And don't forget my regular workshops where you can come and learn something new, create some pages or cards, catch up with old friends and make new ones. 

My workshop dates for August are:

Friday, 11th July:         Workshop - Cost $15.00

Sunday, 13th July:        Cardmaking Workshop - Cost $10.00

Sunday, 27th July:        Thebarton Workshop - Cost $25.00 (bookings close soon!  

                                      Payment essential with booking. Contact me for details)

Saturday, 2nd August:  Open House - details to be advised

Friday, 8th August:       Workshop - Cost $15.00

Friday, 22nd August:    Cardmaking Workshop - Cost $10.00

Sunday, 24th August:    Workshop - Cost $15.00

Bookings for all events are essential! All events are held at my home unless otherwise noted. All dates and times are subject to change without notice!

I look forward to connecting with you soon!        Doreen

Kaboom! June Stamp of the Month

CELEBRATE WITH A KABOOM THIS JUNE! 

Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5 — that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $75 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing. This month's stamp of the month is the gorgeous Kaboom stamp set (see above). 

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Check out just a few of the creative ways you can use this set below...