Friday, July 1, 2011

Creativity with 'Trees & Things' Stamp Set

Close To My Heart's 'Trees & Things' (D1467) is the perfect stamp set for showing off lots of neat techniques, including rock 'n' roll, second generation, masking, and more! In this short video, we take these stamping methods to the next level of creativity on cards, a scrapbook page, and even a journal. Easy and fun whether your just learning or you are already full blown stamp CRAZY!

July's CTMH Special and Stamp of the Month

JULY is going to be a very exciting month around Close To My Heart...

1. With a great "Bang For Your Buck" special: It's the last month to order from the Spring/Summer 2011 Idea Book and CTMH is giving us one last chance to pick up all those 'lovelies' that we've had our eyes on.  When you make a minimum purchase of $50 (before shipping and tax) from the Spring/Summer 2011 Idea Book, you can add a bonus item for $1. You can choose from 5 items, originally valued between $8.95 - $14.95. Those items are:
  • Creative Basics Mistletoe Collection
  • Creative Basics Animal Cookies Collection
  • My Originals Bits and Pieces Card Kit
  • My Originals It's Your Day Card Kit
  • My Originals Around the Holidays Card Kit

2. With a "Oh! So cute"  Stamp of the Month (D1458 - American Celebration):                                          You can get this set, during July only, in one of the following ways:
  • *earn it FREE when you spend $100 or more (before shipping and tax)
  • *earn it for 75% off ($5.74) when you spend $75 or more (before shipping and tax)
  • *earn it for 50% off ($11.74) when you spend $50 or more (before shipping and tax)
  • e*arn it for 25% off ($17.21) when you spend $25 or more (before shipping and tax)
  • purchase it for full retail price ($22.95)
You can take advantage of both of these wonderful deals on my website (24/7...even during holidays) during the month of July, or by contacting me directly (kysprau@hotmail.com).

3. The much anticipated CTMH Convention is just 12 short days away!  Make sure to keep checking my blog July 13 - 16th....I'll be in Anaheim at the convention, but I'll be updating you with all the exciting new product news!  We get a sneak peek at the Fall/Winter 2011 Idea Book on Thursday, July 14th and I can't wait to ooh & ahh over all the new paper lines.  I should have your new Idea Book shortly after my return on the 17th...if you want one ASAP, please email me (kysprau@hotmail.com).

Sunday, April 10, 2011

'On This Day' Inspiration (video tutorial)

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Get inspired by artwork featuring the My Acrylix® On This Day stamp set in this short, fun video. You’ll love the paper piecing technique that really makes the stamped images stand out!

CTMH Products used in this video:
My Acrylix ‘On This Day’ (D1468)
Chocolate Exclusive Inks Pad (Z2111)
Twilight Exclusive Inks Pad (Z2160)
Micro-Tip Scissors (Z534)

Friday, April 1, 2011

April's "Sparkle with Studio J" Special

This April, it’s time to let your Studio J® layouts shine with this exclusive, members-only campaign! Studio J members get free bling when they buy 10 layouts this month. Bling it up and bling it on with FREE packages (one of each) self-adhesive Sparkles and Opaques Pearl gems! Click here to start with Studio J.



You and Me Kit (Video Tutorial)

A little teaser here....because you have to wait an entire month to get this GORGEOUS kit!  Watch this quick video to see how the elements of this classy kit, work together to create two beautiful layouts.


NEW While Supplies Last!

CTMH has added a few fantastic bundles to the “While Supplies Last” section of the
Shop Online page of my website...HERE!.  Check out this adorable Cherry O Kit:


This awesome bundle includes a Level Two Paper Pack ($12.95), Level One Paper Pack
  ($9.95), My Stickease ($4.95) & Embellishments ($4.95) for only $15!!!!

Don’t wait too  long, though...deals like this will NOT last long!!!


 And,
when you spend $100, you will get to choose a FREE Level I Paper Kit AND you’ll get
the April Stamp of the Month for FREE!  (That's a savings of $32.90)

Springin' Up Flowers (video tutorial)

Add blooming dimension to your cards and layouts with these 3-D flowers created using our My Acrylix® Spring Up stamp set.  For more ideas using this stamp set, visit Jeanette's blog HERE! "



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Here's a little photo of the stamp set and finished card you see on the video. Close To My Heart products used in this video: Spring Up Stamp Set, Colonial White Cardstock, Blush Stamp Pad, Micro-tip Scissors, Memory Glue Dots.