It’s Father’s Day card time! Are you ready? Did you prepare your card yet? This Father Stamp Set is a great one to use for such an occasion. It could also be great for a birthday card, too. And if you are a scrapbooker, you could definitely use it for some great layouts, as well. … Read more It’s Father’s Day Card Time!
Today I want to share the 5 reasons you need the CTMH Die-cutting Machine. To be completely transparent, I should share that I only recently got one myself (just a couple of months ago.) So many people had raved about it. But the dilemma was that I already owned 2 other die-cutting machines and felt … Read more 5 Reasons You Need the CTMH Die-Cutting Machine
If you are looking for ways to use up all your papers–these easy paper strip cards are the way to go! Rather than just use simple strips of color, I decided to add some texture and visual interest by stamping each strip with one of the Embroidered Borders images in the coordinating ink color. This … Read more Easy Paper Strip Cards
Today’s Enjoy the Simple Things Card has a such a clean, soft feel to it. It uses Close To My Heart’s *NEW* Tutti Frutti Collection. This collection has a super summery vibe with its pastel patterns. I paired this paper collection with the *NEW* Summer Greetings Stamp Set. I also used the Perfectly Imperfect Backgrounds … Read more Enjoy the Simple Things Card
Today’s I Heart Summer Treat Topper was created with the *NEW* Close To My Heart June Stamp of the Month. I Heart Summer is a set of 7 border stamp images. But that doesn’t mean they have to stay that way! I did some careful “stamp surgery” with the first border strip so that I … Read more I Heart Summer Treat Topper
The 2022 CTMH Retiring List is here. Be sure to cross-reference your Wish List and grab your favorites before it’s too late. Items are on a while supplies last basis as we prepare to launch new products later this summer. PAPERS STAMPS DIES EMBELLISHMENTS ALBUMS The *NEW* CTMH 2022-2023 Core Catalog will debut August 1. … Read more 2022 CTMH Retiring List
The CTMH Stamptacular Sale is back! It’s one of our most popular sales we offer. Close To My Heart shared all about it on their blog today. Rather than reinvent the wheel, I thought I’d share all the details they shared as well as their great artwork samples with you here, too. At Close To … Read more CTMH Stamptacular Sale
Today’s Flowers of Remembrance card is based on one of the *NEW* Craft with Heart Cardmaking kit designs. It’s a good reminder that inspiration is everywhere! I liked the simplicity of the design. It was perfect for creating a quick card with the Flowers of Remembrance Stamp Set. This stamp set is only available a … Read more Flowers of Remembrance Card
Want to know how to create a quick card? The secret is using Close To My Heart’s Picture My Life Cards. I used our *NEW* Fresh Paint Picture My Life Cards to make today’s card. The 2 sizes of cards makes it easy to layer and create quick cards. In addition to using 2 of … Read more How to Create a Quick Card
Are you in need of a card perfect for graduation? This month’s Stamp of the Month, You Can Do Anything, is ideal for making inspirational cards. While my card could be used for a multitude of occasions, it would definitely be good for a recent graduate! And aren’t the colors and patterns I used so … Read more A Card Perfect for Graduation
The current Close To My Heart Flash Sale is spectacular. Truly I don’t believe I’ve ever seen them offer such a wide variety of products. And so many products, too! There really is something for everyone. How-To Books You’ll find a variety of our “How-To” Books. I especially love the Love of Color Books. They … Read more Close To My Heart Flash Sale
Are you ready for the May CTMH Flash Sale? It starts tomorrow! You’ll find great savings on a variety of products. If you are an avid bargain hunter, you’ll want to check the sale out right away at the start since items are while supplies last. As with previous Flash Sales, items ordered count toward … Read more May CTMH Flash Sale
Want a sweet deal on CTMH paper? Of course you do! If you’ve ever looked at a new Close To My Heart Catalog (like the *NEW* May-June Catalog) and thought, “I love all the papers!” Then this is for you. If you appreciate seeing papers in person to really appreciate their beauty, then this is … Read more Sweet Deal on CTMH Paper
Yesterday I mailed out all of my April 2022 Mystery Project kits. This is something I do each month as an extra special way to thank those who make a Close To My Heart purchase with me. You never know what it will be. It could be a card, a tag or even a 3-D … Read more April 2022 Mystery Project
Today is a great day to send a hello friend card! Really any day is, right? And with beautiful papers like these Hope & Kindness ones, you can’t go wrong. Plus, I love the fonts of the sentiment. It comes from the exclusive stamp set in the Craft with Heart Cardmaking Kit. Since today is … Read more Send a Hello Friend Card