AUGUST IS JUST AWESOME!!

I've been a Close to My Heart Consultant for 21 years, and NEVER have we had this many specials running in ONE month!  And, we haven't even gotten to that fantastic new catalog that's coming out in September.  Let's see if I can accurately describe each one of these incredible specials.  Remember to visit my WEBSITE to order any of these specials or get more specific details/prices.  

SPECIAL #1:  Bring Pack My Pack--More Magical (Aug. 1st-Sept. 30th)

Close to My Heart has brought back a re-vamped version of our awesome Disney-ish Magical paper pack.  This was a REALLY popular paper pack a few years ago, so I know my customers will be happy to have it back.  As part of this special, you can buy the More Magical Paper Pack for $10.95, the More Magical Coordinating Cardstock Pack for $9.95, the "Dreams" Acrylic stamp set for $18.95. . .OR, you can get all of these items, plus some fun accessories in a special kit for $39.95.  You can also download the instruction guide to make FOUR two-page layouts and EIGHT cards using this kit.  WHAT???!!!  All I can say is. . .it's just MAGICAL!!!

Special #2:  You've Got Class

This HAS to be one of the most practical school albums I've seen.  I did a school album class a year or two ago, and though I tried to keep it simple, it was still a lot of work.  This one is SO MUCH BETTER!  So, for the You've Got Class special (now through September 30th), you can order a special pack of paper for $7.95 and the coordinating cardstock for $5.95 (so affordable).  They've also featured the School Kids stamp set and Thin Cuts (this adorable set came out a year or two ago. . .so cute) and the NEW You've Got Class Stamp Set.  You can purchase these items separately or get ALL of these items in a special Workshop Kit (along with True Fit Folios, Flip Flaps and accessories) for $61.95.  AND, you can download a guide for creating a one-page layout per school year.  

Now, let me explain the True Fit Folio thing. . .True Fit Folios are giant white 12 x 12 file folders.  Basically, you'll use these folders as your base page for each year of school--then you can tuck all of your student's memorabilia into that file folder, which slides down into your page protector.  SO CLEVER!!!  I'm also happy that the True Fit Folios will be available individually, if you decide you just NEED some of these cool folders.

Special #3:  Here's to You

I mentioned this special in the previous post. . .it started July 15th and runs through the end of August.  This special features four gorgeous sentiment stamps that you can buy individually or as part of a workshop kit.  I put the cards together, and they look great!  Note that the workshop kit (which you can download off my website) includes a Design Space cutting file that you can use on your Cricut Explore.  If you don't have an Explore, they've also included directions for which CTMH cartridges and cuts you'd need to make.  As always, with any of these kits, you can follow them exactly or go rogue and do anything you like with the kit!  

Special #4:  August Stamp of the Month--For the Love of Crafting

Isn't this such a cute stamp set?!!  It would make a great gift for a crafty friend.  You can buy it at the retail price of $17.95 or get it for $5 with any $50 qualifying purchase (the above specials count as part of your $50 order).

NEW SPECIAL, "Here's to You!"

As if one deal wasn't enough, we now have a wonderful new special that runs from July 15-August 31st.  Close to My Heart has created four gorgeous sentiment stamps that will work for a variety of occasions--weddings, celebrations, etc.  You can purchase any of the four sentiments for $9.95 each OR you can purchase a kit for $48.95 ($42.95 if you don't need the Rose Embossing Folder that's in the kit).  The kit contains all four sentiments, plus supplies to make some lovely projects.   

You can also print off the directions to make these projects--or use the kit ingredients anyway you please!  There's even a Design Space file that you can download to your Cricut to create some of the shapes on the card!  Click on the link below to see these projects in more detail.  They are so pretty!  Also, if you hop on over to my Facebook page, you can view a video that really shows you the cards close up.  

To order, visit my website at christina.closetomyheart.com . . .and don't forget that stamp sets are still Buy 2, Get 1 FREE through the end of July!

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I'm BACKKKKKKK!!!!!

It's been nearly a year since I posted anything on blog.  I'm embarrassed.  Shamed.  So terribly sorry!!  To be honest, it was a combination of reasons:  1) Sharing more of my business ideas on Facebook; 2) Strapped for time. . .and Facebook won out over blog; 3) Last time I tried to post, I couldn't access my blog page (now fixed. . .I'm sure it was ME)!!!

So, let's catch up!

I just came back from Close to My Heart Convention.  Convention is this wonderful experience where CTMH Consultants can come together for a few days, learn all about new products and find out what incredible things are coming your way!  And, boy, do we have some exciting things coming your way!

We currently have two current catalogs in circulation:  the Annual Inspirations catalog (the white and gold cover shown below), which will run through August 2018 and the Seasonal Expressions 2 catalog, which runs from May to August.  A good chunk of the products in the Annual Inspirations catalog are set to retire soon, so you need to get them before they are GONE!   If you'd like to browse either of these catalogs, go to my website  https://christina.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-idea-book.aspx

Beginning in September, we will be moving to a TRI-ANNUAL catalog, and I am so very happy about this change!  That means that we will have a nice big FULL catalog that comes out three times of year.  You won't need to look in two different books to find what you need--everything will be right there!  Stay tuned for exciting info about the release of our tri-annual book in September. 

Right now, we're in the month of July, and that means STAMPAGANZA--buy two stamp sets, get one FREE!  Yes, FREE!!  It's a great time to stock up on stamp sets!  And, to celebrate this wonderful special, Close to My Heart has brought back our Alphabet and Number Solos.  They even have some incredible deals on bundles with ALL of the Alphabet and Number Solos.   You can check this special out on my website, https://christina.closetomyheart.com

ALL of the current stamp sets in the Annual Inspirations and Seasonal Expressions books will be retiring at the end of August, so be sure to grab the ones you want before they are gone.  Also, we will see a slight price increase in stamp sets beginning in September (first price hike we've had on stamps on YEARS), so that makes this an even better time to stock up.

We also have a super cute Stamp of the Month for July.  So, if you happen to be taking advantage of the awesome deal on stamp sets, you can also get this Stamp of the Month for only $5 with a $50 purchase!  Isn't it cute????  You can use the images on any project, but this one is particularly good for scrapbooking.  

I'm happy to be back. . .sorry it took me so long!  If you like to see more frequent, timely posts from me (like info on Flash Sales and workshops), I still recommend checking out my Facebook page.  But, I hope to make a better effort to keep my blog updated with info on specials, artwork, etc.  

2017–2018 Annual Inspirations idea book (US)

It's STAMPAGANZA!!

Stampaganza is here! 

 During the month of July, purchase two stamp sets and get one free!  To order, just visit my website, https://christina.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/campaigns/1707-stampaganza.aspx  where you can view some popular stamp sets that Close to My Heart has brought back just for this event (though ALL current stamp sets are included in the Buy 2, Get 1 Free Special)!  This includes the Word Puzzle stamp sets (shown below)--awesome stamp sets with images for EACH month!  

When it comes to these cute Word Puzzle stamp sets, it's really hard to just pick one. . .wouldn't it be nice to have them ALL???!!!  There are three ways that you can get your hot little hands on the ENTIRE set of Word Puzzle stamps:

• Sign up as a Close to My Heart Consultant in the month of July, and you'll get all 12 of these stamp sets as soon as you've submitted your first $300 in sales!   It's only $75 to sign up as a Consultant, and that includes $50 in product credit to get you started.  With a new Annual Inspirations catalog coming out in August, you'll have no trouble getting your business off to a quick start.  To sign up, just visit my website at www.christina.closetomyheart.com
• Host a party of $450 or more in July and you get all 12 stamp sets FREE!
• Purchase the bundle of Word Puzzle stamp sets for the discounted price of $143.60 (they're $215 total if you bought them each separately).

May is National Scrapbooking Month.  To celebrate, Close to My Heart is offering three exclusive products. . .the Live Beautifully Paper Pack ($14.95), the Live Beautifully Stamp Set ($17.95) and the Live Beautifully Cut Above Layout Kit ($44.95 for the layout kit, which gives you five GORGEOUS easy-to-assemble layouts plus page protectors).   You also have the option of purchasing the Cut Above Layout Kit in a bundle with a gray album, Tombow adhesive and Journaling Pen. . .all for only $68.95.

Be sure you get these exclusive products BEFORE the month is over!  To order, visit my website at christina.closetomyheart.com

Here's a card I made using the Live Beautifully paper and the coordinating stamp set.  The rose paper in the background has metallic gold running through it--it's gorgeous!!  I used Pomegranate and New England Ivy Ink/paper and the Hello/Thanks Thin Cuts.

March Special--Thin Cuts are 25% OFF!!

During the month of March, our awesome Thin Cuts (our name for our die cuts) are on sale!  My customers have been CRAZY about these die cuts, and they love that many of them coordinate with stamp sets that we carry.  You can even get these stamp set/die cut bundles 25% off in March!  This sale is WHILE SUPPLIES LAST, and I anticipate that they may run out of some of them before them before the month is over.  To order, visit my website at www.christina.closetomyheart.com.