Clearly The Best: Swirlin' Shapes S02E10

Close To My Heart shows you how to make a photo focal point on your layouts by swirling shapes made with our Cricut® cartridges.  Come along to one of my workshops to see how this machine works, we have alot of fun.

Artbooking Made Easy: Elegant Mini Albums S01E15

Care for classy creations? Grace your eyes with artwork made from the elegance-themed keys of the Cricut® Artbooking Collection from Close To My Heart. See the video for your first tasteful touch with these keys and the elevated works of art they produce.

Today’s episode of Artbooking Made Easy is all about creating elegant mini books in various sizes to fit your own sophisticated style. Remember that all of the cuts in the Cricut Artbooking cartridge are linked, so you can cut all of the elements for an 8" album as easily as you can for an 8 ½" x 11" album – all with just a single turn of the dial.

The mini albums you’re about to see in this episode are made up of some uniquely-sized shapes, so pay close attention:

Simple Scallops

Adding clean, handmade borders to your papers is a cinch with the new Scallop Border Punch punch from Close To My Heart! Check out the video for a peek at how simple and stunning it really is.

CTMH Stamp of the Month Australasian Blog Hop

Hello and welcome aboard the  Australasian Close to My Heart Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. If you have arrived here from Monika's Blog.  then you are in the right place.  If you landed here by accident, no problem, please join in by following the link at the end of this post.   I do love my bling so when I can I use it. 

  

Today I would like to share with you these cards which features  this amazing stamp of the month....."Special Care".  When I need some inspiration to get me started I always like to look through one of our amzing ideas books, there are 8 all up.  Click here to see what is available, you will never run out of ideas again.

Products Used
S1312 December Stamp Of The Month, Special Care
C1503 The Best Things Cricut Compatible Stamp Set
X254 White Cards & Envelopes
Z1686 Cricut Art Philosophy Collection
G1065 Laughing Lola Paper Packet
Z2118 Desert Sand Ink Stamp Pad
Z1873 Sarita Assortment
Z1753 Sparkles Brown & Tan Assortment
Y1009 2" x 3 1/5" My Acrylix Block
Y1012 4" x 5" My Acrylix Block

Products Used
S1312 December Stamp Of The Month, Special Care
X254 White Cards & Envelopes
Z1686 Cricut Art Philosophy Collection
G1066 Sarita Workshop On The Go Kit
Z2140 Outdoor Denim Ink Stamp Pad 
Z1812  Sparkles Clear Flourishes - Small
Z1752 Sparkles Clear Assortment
Z1151 3-D Foam Tape
Y1009 2" x 3 1/5" My Acrylix Block


Other products used were:- Personal Trimmer,  Z341 glue dots, 1514 tombow tape runner,  Z679 liquid glass, Z1279 Versamat &  z1836 scissors

In conclusion This exclusive  stamp of the month is only available during December.  It can be yours for just $5 with a qualifying order of $75 or for $24 if ordered separately from your CTMH consultant. If you do not have a consultant please contact me or place an order in my online store Marianne Lamont

 

 

 I'd love you to leave a comment before heading off to the next stop,  Patricia Manhire - Patricia's blog

Artbooking Made Easy: Friendship Layouts S01E13

Here's a friendly tip: try the friendship-themed keys of the Cricut® Atbooking cartridge from Close To My Heart for layouts that shout in celebration of your cherished relationships! See the video for more friendly inspiration then contact your me your Independent Consultant to learn more.

Out with the OLD & in with the NEW!!

STOP THE PRESS!

As of the February 1st 2014 Close To My Heart will be releasing a BRAND NEW Catalogue/Ideas book which means alot of items that we know & grown to love will be discontinued & a new range begins.  
This helps to keep it up to date & fresh, so please take a moment to go through the "Retiring Items" list at my "online shop" & be sure to stock up on your favourite items before they are gone.

Happy Shopping :)
Marianne

December 2013 Stamp of the Month: "Special Care" is here.

You can earn this gorgeous Stamp for only $5 see how below.

With the amazing Stamp of the Month deal offered each month, we make it easy for you to create beautiful artwork at incredible discount prices! What could be better than great products for a great deal?

This December you can purchase this beautiful new set of 6 D-size stamp set "Special Care", 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.  It will never be repeated after this month so grab it now while you can.

 Here are just a few ideas on how to use this stamp, I'm sure you could think of many, many more.

 

Recommended My Acrylix® Blocks:  

1" × 3½" (Y1002), 

3" × 3" (Y1006), 

2" × 3½" (Y1009)

Bread & Water!!

Another giggle from Fab Scraps

Positions Vacant!

 

 Feel free to leave a comment or contact me for more information

Scrapbooking!!!

COME VISIT US AT THE NEWCASTLE SHOW IN 2014

Hi everyone, CLOSE TO MY HEART - CTMH Scrapbooking, Stamping & Cardmaking will be at the Newcastle 2014 Show. February 28th, March 1 & 2. There will be Cardmaking for $2, FREE DEMONSTRATIONS using the Cricut Expressions V2 among others. 12 experienced Creative Coaches for inspiration and all the latest Exclusive scrapbooking, Cardmaking and stamping products, Handmade items, i.e cards, scrapbooking layouts and much much more to buy. AND GIVING AWAY 12 EXCLUSIVE CTMH STAMP SETS OVER THE 3 DAYS. So be sure and come by stand H2 & H4 to see us & say hi to me, would love to chat with you.

I'm not a Craft Horder!

Clearly The Best: A Countdown to Love S02E07

Say "I love you" in a new way, every day, using the Designed Décor black frame and My Creations® muslin drawstring bags from Close To My Heart

I should think so, hehe!!

Artbooking Made Easy: Christmas Layouts S01E12

Try out Close To My Heart's Cricut® Artbooking cartridge for some holiday hullabaloo on your Christmas layouts! Its themed borders, overlays, photo mats, and more hold plenty of cheery possibilities to brighten your albums. Trim your trims, ornament your ornaments, and have a holly jolly time making Christmas layouts that last—all with just two keys!
Click here to go to my website to see all the products used in this video.

Choose a FREE Picture My Life™ scrapbooking program* when you join my team!

November Campaign: Picture Your Life at Close To MyHeart!
Beginning 1 November Close To My Heart begins an incredible recruiting opportunity, unique Constant Campaign, and product sneak-peek all rolled into one huge offer! 

From 1st November - 15th December 2013, new Consultants who sign-up may also receive a brand-new exciting product from the Spring/Summer 2014 Idea Book. To be eligible for the free product, the new Consultant must remit $650 in commissionable personal sales by 31 March 2014.

What's the new product? It's the gorgeous new Picture My Life™ scrapbooking program. There are 8 fresh (6 pictured below) and stunning design themes to choose from, each one featuring 122 double-sided, designed cards in a mix of 3" x 4" and 4" x 6", plus a 12"x 12" cover page to bring your album together beautifully. You also get 10 Memory Protectors™ with new formats designed just for this program and lots of your photos. It's a retail value of $42 but it’s FREE to qualifying new Consultants!

Better Blending with CTMG Alcohol Markers

Learn how to make your stamped images stand out with Close To My Heart's Alcohol Blending Marker and Exclusive Inks® marker sets. Watch the tips and tricks in this video for better blending!

 

Why Switch?

Discover why now is a fantastic time to make the switch and join the Close To My Heart family. Make a fresh start, discover great products, and earn a real income when you become a
Close To My Heart Independent Consultant!

Artbooking Made Easy: Cross-Cartridge Collaboration S01E11

While each Cricut® collection from Close To My Heart is a treasure trove all its own, together they offer an unmatchable selection of borders, overlays, photo mats, and much, much more! The thousands of both classic and trendy die-cuts found within this terrific trio will ensure that the projects you make are always uniquely your own. Mix 'em, match 'em, and love 'em!

CTMH Stamp of the Month Australasian Blog Hop

Hello and welcome aboard the  Australasian Close to My Heart Stamp of the Month Blog Hop. If you have arrived here from Jenny Crump’s Blog  then you are in the right place.  If you landed here by accident, no problem, please join in by following the link at the end of this post. 
  
Today I would like to share with you these cards which features  this amazing stamp of the month....."Illuminate".

Products Used

Z1473 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" White Daisy Die-Cut Cards & Envelopes

Z1790 Cricut Artiste Collection
Z1151 3-D foam Tape

Z1751 Baker's Twine Harvest Asst.

Z679 Liquid Glass

X5927 12"x 12" Ruby Cardstock

Z1263 Bitty Sparkles

Z1754 Sparkles Black & Grey Asst.

Z2116 Cranberry Ink Stamp Pad

Z2163White Daisy Ink Stamp Pad
1385 12"x 12" White Daisy Cardstock

Z2503 Basics Mini Pigment Pads Black

Z2415 Honey Inks Marker Set

S1311 Illuminate, November 2013 Stamp Of The Month

Products Used

X254 5.5"x 4.25" White Cards & Envelopes

Z1790 Cricut Artiste Collection
Z1151 3-D foam Tape

Z1752 Sparkles Clear Assortment
Z2415 Honey Inks Marker Set

Z1809 Black shimmer Trim 

Z1799 Silver Shimmer Trim

Z1848 Red Shimmer Trim
Z2503 Basics Mini Pigment Pads Black

Z2163White Daisy Ink Stamp Pad

Z1263 Bitty Sparkles

X7171B Sarita Paper packet 

1385 12"x 12" White Daisy Cardstock 

S1311 Illuminate, November 2013 Stamp Of The Month

  

The Sparkle and Shine paper and many other Christmas themed items are from the Holidays with Heart Gift Guide and are available now through December 31 from your CTMH consultant whilst stocks last. Some items are in short supply so order early to avoid disappointment.

Conclusion This exclusive  stamp of the month is only available during November.  It can be yours for just $5 with a qualifying order of $75 or for $24 if ordered separately from your CTMH consultant. If you do not have a consultant please contact me or place an order in my online store Marianne Lamont
 

Other Products Used 

Z1783 Surecut Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer, Z1279 Versamat, 1514 Tombow Adhesive, 
 Z1836 Non-Stick Micro-Tip Scissors

I'd love you to leave a comment before heading off to the next stop,  Lauren’ s Blog, Lauren’s Scrapbook Addiction