13 October, 2013

Christmas Workshop 

PAPER CRAFTING, STAMPING, CARDMAKING & SCRAPBOOKING
When:                   Saturday 9th November 2013 
Time:                    9.30am - 5pm
Cost:                     $30
Includes:               Morning & Afternoon tea,
           your choice of either a Cardmaking Kit & Holder or a Scrapbooking Kit (2-4 pages)
                              (Designs vary for each kit).
                              Lucky door prizes.
                              BYO Lunch & cold drink
Where:                  Anglican Church Hall, Cnr Brooke Ave & Eastern Rd, Bateau Bay
                                
                              Get all your Christmas cards made in 1 day.  Your card kit makes 20 cards with  envelopes, with 2  12"x12" decorative papers & 3  12"x12" cardstock.  (You add your own embellishments).  Instructions & cutting guide provided.

 Sample Cards (guide only)

                                                            


$30 Pre-registration essential for stock to be ordered in time for the workshop.
Registration includes instruction & supplies for the kit of your choice, you can bring along your cardstock, adhesives, embellishments & whatever supplies you will need to continue to create using the ideas that you learn.  PLUS Morning & Afternoon Tea.  BYO your Lunch & Cold Drink. 
There will also be lucky door prizes, inspiration & fun!   A great day to be had by all, with lots of laughter & ideas.

11 October, 2013

Project Inspirations: Cricut® Tags

Learn how to make cute tags to liven up any gift! In this video, we show you how to combine Close To My Heart Cricut® cut shapes and My Acrylix® stamp sets to make the perfect sentiments for your goodies.

10 October, 2013

October Newsletter


Welcome to my first newsletter from My Craft Room.......

It has been an exciting journey so far with Close To My Heart....I am having so much fun playing with all the stamping, card making, papercrafting & scrapbooking, that I'd love to share it with you either in a workshop or online.  Come for a cuppa, a chat & see what we do.

I don't know where the year has gone but it's not long now til Christmas so with the arrival of all the new Holiday from the Heart - Sparkle and Shine Christmas goodies along with the other Christmas stamp sets available in the Product Guide my Christmas card making classes are a big hit. 
As of 15th October, you will be able to order your favourites from the Holiday Gift Guide.  so start making your wish list now and be sure to get your order in early!   I will be putting my next order in on the 24th October in order to get my stock in ready for the big Christmas Workshop in November (details below).

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS


November Classes 
Saturday 9th 9.30am - 5pm (Anglican Church Hall)
MAKING EITHER 20 CARDS OR 2-4 SCRAPBOOK PAGES. Please specify which kit you prefer.
$30 Pre-registration essential for stock to be ordered in time for the workshop.
Registration includes instruction & supplies for the kit of your choice, 
you can bring along your cardstock, adhesives, embellishments & 
whatever supplies you will need to continue to create using the ideas that you learn.
PLUS Morning & Afternoon Tea.  BYO your Lunch & Cold Drink. 
There will also be lucky door prizes, inspiration & fun!
Friday 15th 10am - 4pm $15 (Day class)
6.30pm - 11pm $15 (Night class)
or $25 for both
Thursday 21st 10am - 4pm $15
Wednesday 27th 10am - 4pm $15

December Classes
Thursday 5th 10am - 4pm $15 (Day class)
Friday 13th 2pm - 6pm $15 (Afternoon Class) 
Saturday 14th 10am - 4pm $15 (Christmas Party) bring a plate to share
Secret Santa (if you wish to participate - no food) Limit of $15
Making cards, tags, gift bags or gifts (Kits will be available)
Wednesday 18th 10am - 4pm $15 (Day class)


Please register for all workshops either by email or phone :)
Marianne Lamont CTMH  Independent Consultant ID: 2165
Mobile: 0414 782 132
Website: mariannelamont.ctmh.com.au



Happy Birthday Card


 See all the products used for this card at my website

Create with Cricut® Collections

Enhance the artist within you by cutting and assembling foundational shapes, 3-D items, and themed mini books with Close To My Heart's stunning Cricut® Collections! With limitless options for shapes, themes, and sizes, our Cricut® Collections will bring you hours of exciting creative sessions.

Creatively Cricut®

Learn the tips and tricks for using die-cut pieces from Close To My Heart's Cricut® Artiste and Art Philosophy collections. Stamp on Cricut®-cut pieces, change the size using special features, and more!

Simply Stitch It

The new stitch guide from Close To My Heart makes stitching on your papercrafts simple to do—and the look it gives is simply stunning! See it for yourself in this video.

Artbooking Made Easy (S01E06): Designed Décor Flip Stand Album

With the help of the Cricut® Artbooking collection and Designed Décor flip stand album, Close To My Heart will make a home decorator out of you! Watch as simple icons, shapes, and titles from this cartridge are transformed into works of art perfect for display in your home.

04 October, 2013

Holidays From The Heart

Holidays From The Heart

Choose a festive, new product FREE this holiday season with your qualifying order!

 


 When you place an order of $130 or more retail-priced items between the 
15th October and the 31st December, you qualify for one FREE “star” item from the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide (below).
You’ll love the sparkle, the ease, and the savings!

Click on the link "Holiday Gift Guide" below to view the guide &
when you are ready click on the link
"Start Shopping Now" to place your order.
Don't forget you can't place an order for these before the 15th October
Holiday Gift Guide
Start Shopping Now





03 October, 2013

Scandinavian Wishes - October 2013 Stamp of the Month


Welcome to a fabulous new club just for my fellow stampers!  Every month Close to my Heart releases an exclusive, limited edition 'Stamp of the Month' collection.
 
This lovely stamp set retails at $24.00, but with your order of $75 or more you qualify to buy a set for just $5!!  Once the month is over you won't be able to get these exclusive stamp sets again, so why wouldn't you go for it each month & build up your collection of Close To My Heart Stamps.

So head to my website because you definitely do not want to miss out.

01 October, 2013

Artbooking Made Easy (S01E05): Halloween Mini Albums

Close To My Heart will bring your projects back to life with the Cricut® Artbooking cartridge. Watch this video to learn how to use it while making your own fun Halloween mini albums.

27 September, 2013

Tools of the Trade

The right tool can make all the difference in your artistic scrapbooking. See what tools Close To My Heart has to offer to enhance your creative experience! Click Here to see more.

25 September, 2013

More Great News

Cardmaking Supplies have been added to my Online Business Address effective immediately. Our complete cardmaking range offers ease and versatility in both White Daisy and Colonial White bases and envelopes in a variety of sizes, plus unique accessories such as our spin cards and treat cups, as well as two easy-to-assemble My Originals® card kits. You can find all these new items on my website Click Here.  These new offerings are a great way to introduce to the fun of card making—just in time for the holidays! So head on over & take a look, don't forget to register & sign in to see the full range, it's growing every day.

24 September, 2013

A Package Deal - Workshop on the Go Kits

With Workshops on the Go™ kits from Close To My Heart, you get a package deal like no other! Save big on time and money by ordering your own kit, which includes everything you need to make 2 elegant two-page layouts or 15 handmade cards.  To see the range Click Here.

Artbooking Made Easy (S01E04): Spooky Halloween Layouts

It's easy to add some creative spook to your projects with the Cricut® Artbooking collection from Close To My Heart. View a few creepy creations and learn how to make your own in this video.

20 September, 2013

Eight Great How-to Helps (06)

Get the best in scrapbooking and cardmaking inspiration from the blueprints, cutting diagrams, instructions, tips, and full-colour artwork of Jeanette Lynton's how-to publications! Watch the video to see these must-have books and learn how to get them for yourself through my website: mariannelamont.ctmh.com.au
Simply log in & shop, it's that easy.

19 September, 2013

Starting Up Collection Kit

Don't know where to start, confused about it all,
this is a great suggestion & starting place to get
what you need to make your first project.
Here's a great suggestion for anyone who wants to try their hand at stamping but doesn't know what supplies you need to get going!
By ordering the items in this Start Up Collection you will also earn the STAMP OF THE MONTH for an extra $5 so you can also start building your collection of CTMH stamp sets!. Contact me or order on-line at mariannelamont.ctmh.com.au

18 September, 2013

Stamps and Dimensional Elements from the Cricut® Artiste Collection

Discover how combining Close To My Heart stamps and dimensional elements with your Cricut® Artiste collection cut-outs can make your artwork stand out!

17 September, 2013

Artbooking Made Easy Series 01 Episode 03 - Summer Mini-Albums


From grilling to swimming, camping, and road-tripping, Close To My Heart makes it easy for you to capture your summer memories in fun, unique mini-albums. See how they're made with the new Cricut® Artbooking collection.