Get 'Em While They Last

It's that time of year again...time when Close to My Heart begins phasing out retiring products to make room for all the new goodies they will WOW us with at Convention in July!

We recently received word that a few product lines will retire and are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

*Exclusive Inks Markers

*Cardstock Shade Packs

*8 1/2" x 11" Cardstock Packs

*How-To Books

If you've been working on your collection of markers, or if you love the 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock, order them today before they are gone.

If you've been eyeing one or more of our fabulous How-To Books, please know that supplies are VERY limited - some titles are not expected to last through the month! Complete your library while there is still time.

Visit my Close to My Heart website to order before it's too late! While you're there, be sure to check out the While Supplies Last section for some amazing deals on many great, already retired goodies!

Embrace the Philosphy of FUN!

Do you like to share your love of paper crafting with others? Would you like to earn some of your favorite stamping and scrapbooking products at a GREAT discount? Would you love to get the new and exclusive Cricut Art Philosophy Collection FREE?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, then NOW is the time to act!

When you sign up as a New Consultant in March, you'll receive the Cricut Art Philosophy Collection FREE! The collection's retail price of $99 adds incredible value to your New Consultant kit and will give you hours of creative fun with the included Cricut cartridge, 3 exclusive D-sized stamp set and 3 sets of matching Dimensional elements shapes. Already own the Collection? You can give your free gift to a friend, or choose to receive $100 in select product credit instead!

The New Consultant Kit is available for just $99 and includes over $288 in products and business supplies to get your business off to a great start!!

You can also personalize your new kit by purchasing one or more of the following Add-On kits for just $40 each.

Florentine Add-On Collection (over $95 retail value)

Pemberly Add-On Collection (over $94 retail value)

Studio J Add-On Collection-3 month Studio J membership and 5 Studio J layouts (approximately $63 retail value)


Are you ready to embrace the Philosophy of FUN?!?!? signing up is quick and easy...just head on over to my Close to My Heart website and get started! I look forward to welcoming YOU to my team!

February SOTM: Thoughtful Tidings

February 1st brings so many new things our way...a new Idea Book with amazing new goodies on each and every page and a brand new Stamp of the Month set!

Welcome to the February Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! If you have arrived here from Susan's blog, you are on the right track. If this is your first stop, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, get cozy and be prepared to be inspired by our talented CTMH consultants! To complete the hop, simply follow the links that will be provided at the end of each post until you return here. If you get lost along the way or find links not working, you can find a complete list of hoppers at Kathleen's blog.

I fell in love with the February Stamp of the Month as soon as I saw it! The bold, graphic sentiments in the Thoughtful Tidings (S1202) are perfect for cards and little gifties, but several of the images can be used beautifully on scrapbook pages too. As an added bonus, over half of the images fit perfectly on shapes you can cut with the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge!

For this card I used the brand new Lucy My Reflections kit...so soft and pretty, Lucy is perfect for those girly-girl projects or anything that needs to scream SPRING is HERE!

I used my handy corner rounder to make the scalloped border pieces. After seeing Baker's Twine EVERYWHERE online lately, I was over the moon to see it in our Idea Book in 2 gorgeous collections perfectly matched to our color palette - LOVE it!

Time to hop along now! Check out my friend fancyMelissa's blog to see what masterpiece she has created to share.

Remember, the Thoughtful Tidings set is only available through February 29th (and extra day this year). It is $17.95 or just $5 with a $50 order. Head over to my CTMH website to order yours today!

Win-It-Before-You-Can-Buy-It Party!

The new year brings the promise of a fresh, new Idea Book from Close to My Heart! This issue is filled with AMAZING new products...8 hip new My Reflections kits, oodles of new stamp sets, a bunch of great accessories and MORE! You certainly won't want to miss this issue! To share all the goodness this book has to offer, I'm inviting you to a

Spring/Summer Win-It-Before-You-Can-Buy-It Party!

Date: Tuesday, January 31st

Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm (unlike my summer event., this one is not an Open House - we will begin at 7:00, so be there on time so you don't miss a thing)!

Location: My home in Camarillo (email me if you need the address)

We will spend a little time exploring the Idea Book and sharing the new products (and our ideas for using them). Every guest will receive a FREE Spring/Summer Idea Book and a free gift just for attending (bring a friend and get TWO free gifts!). And of course, as the name of the event suggests, there will be LOTS of brand new products given away! Refreshments will be served.

Space is limited, so call or email me to RSVP today!

Out With the Old...

The Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book is here, and is filled with many wonderful goodies for all your crafting needs. You won't want to miss this issue!

However, in order to make room for all the fun NEW things, we have to say goodbye to some of our favorites!!

The following products are available through January 31st only (and while supplies last - if we run out before the end of the month, they are gone). If you've been eyeing any of the items on the retired list, get them before they're gone! You can shop online, anytime right on my website - just click HERE to begin shopping!

Paper Collections

Typeset Workshop On The Go (WOTG) Kit – G1024 - $29.95
Roxie WOTG Kit – G1025 - $29.95
Elemental WOTG Kit – G1026 - $29.95
Dreamin’ L2 Paper – X7142B - $9.95
Dreamin’ My Stickease – X7142C - $4.95
Dreamin’ WOTG Kit – G1027 - $29.95
Sonoma WOTG Kit – G1028 - $29.95
Mischief L2 Paper – X7144B - $9.95
Mischief Compliment Rub-Ons – X7144C - $4.95
Mischief WOTG Kit – G1029 - $29.95
Believe L2 Paper – X7145B - $9.95
Believe My Stickease – X7145C - $4.95
Believe WOTG Kit – G1030 - $29.95
Wonderland L2 Paper – X7146B - $9.95
Wonderland My Stickease – X7146C - $4.95
Wonderland WOTG Kit – G1031 - $29.95
Sophia L2 Paper – X7131B - $12.95
Sophia My Stickease – X7131C - $4.95
Mayberry L2 Paper – X7136B - $12.95
Mayberry My Stickease – X7136C - $4.95
Lucky L2 Paper – X7137B - $12.95
Lucky My Stickease – X7137C - $4.95
Fanfare L2 Paper – X7138B - $12.95
Fanfare My Stickease – X7138C - $4.95

Ribbon
Colonial White Ribbon collection - Z1126 - $7.95
Cranberry grosgrain ribbon - Z1103 - $6.95
Cocoa grosgrain ribbon - Z1100 - $6.95
Colonial White grosgrain ribbon - Z1102 - $6.95
White Daisy grosgrain ribbon - Z270 - $6.95
Wings Level 2 Assortment - Z1398 - $4.95

Floss & Waxy Flax
Embroidery Floss - Red/Pink - Z1092 - $3.25
Embroidery Floss - Green - Z1094 - $3.25
Embroidery Floss - Blue/Purple - Z1093 - $3.25
Waxy Flax - Cranberry - Z1086 - $3.95
Waxy Flax - Sorbet - Z1249 - $3.95
Waxy Flax - Juniper - Z1248 - $3.95
Waxy Flax - Crystal Blue - Z1247 - $3.95

Brads
Designer Brads - Colonial White - Z1274 - $3.95
Designer Brads - Pewter - Z1146 - $3.95

Mini-Medley & Eyelets
Mini Medley - Antiqued Copper - Z1275 - $4.95
Mini Medley - Colonial White - Z1276 - $4.95
Foundry Metal - Bookplates - Z1147 - $3.50
Soft Set Eyelet Tool - Z1208 - $14.95
Soft Set Eyelets - Black and White Daisy - Z1228 - $3.95
Soft Set Eyelets - Chocolate and Colonial White - Z1229 - $3.95

Coordinating Collection Embellishments
Midnight Felt Shapes - Z1462 - $3.95
Harvest Charms - Z1633 - $4.95
Holiday Packets - Z1486 - $4.95
Top Coats Icing Overlays - Z1468 - $4.95
Lucky Level 2 Assortment - Z1356 - $4.95
Lucky Level 2 Journaling Spots - Z1359 - $3.95
Bliss Level 2 Assortment - Z1355 - $5.95
Sweetheart Level 2 Assortment - Z1386 - $4.95
Fanfare Level 2 Assortment - Z1400 - $4.95
Just Blooms Spring Blossom - Z1266 - $7.95
Just Blooms White Daisy Variety Pack - Z1300 - $5.95

Color Ready Alphabets
Color Ready Alphabets - Oxford - X5749 - $3.95
Color Ready Alphabets - Hodge Podge - X1406 - $3.95

Dimensional Elements
Dimensional Elements - On Target - Z1226 - $5.95
Dimensional Elements - Flurry - Z1225 - $4.95

My Creations Items
My Creations - Board Book - Z1310 - $6.95
My Creations - Journal - Z1268 - $7.95
My Creations - Memory Showcase 9x9 - Z1198 - $5.95

Tools
Rubber Brayer - Z616 - $12.95
Soft Set Eyelet Tool - Z1208 - $14.95
Eyelet Tool Replacement Punches - Z1245 - $2.95

Stamp Sets

A Game	A1113
A Hop	A1112
A Little Buzz	B1353
A Little Everything	D1408
A Love	A1103
A Paisley	A1105
A Posy	A1102
Adoption	A1098
Adorning Corners	D1322
Always in My Heart	A1101
Ambiance	C1349
Around the Block	D1377
Baby Love	B1368
Backgrounds & Borders	D1463
Baroque Alphabet	E1006
Beary Best	C1363
Beary Busy	C1409
Beautiful Butterflies	B1373
Beautiful Things	D1298
Believe in Your Dream	B1322
Beloved	B1343
Birthday Blast	C1436
Birthday Boy	C1411
Bless This Nest	C1445
Blooming Layers	C1449
Bon Appetite	D1367
Boom!	B1354
Bunny Love	B1324
Camping Fever	D1353
Carefree	C1447
Catching Waves	D1466
Charmed	C1385
Cherished Flourishes	D1413
Ciao	D1461
Circle Around	D1300
Circle of Love	D1438
Circle Together	B1372
Connections	D1330
Crusin'	D1471
Cupcake Sprinkles	D1336
Daydream	D1297
Down by the Sea	C1451
Dream Big	D1399
Dreams Come True	D1470
Headlines Large	E1011
Enjoy Every Moment	C1395
Extreme Happiness	C1356
Family	C1305
Family Ties - Adults	C1346
Family Ties - Children	C1345
Family Ties - Pets	B1350
Fill in the Blanks	D1465
Flower Pot	D1409
For Every Occasion	D1187
Friendship Alphabet Large	E1016
Friendship Blessings	D1191
From My Heart	C1443
Fun Times	B1309
Giggle Caps	D1136
Giggle Lowercase	D1137
Happy Holidays	D1431
Happy Moments	C1437
Hero	D1474
His and Hers	C1460
Horizon	C1454
Hot Diggity	C1407
Howdy	D1435
In the Month of April	C1405
In the Month of February	C1403
In the Month of July	C1417
In the Month of June	C1416
In the Month of March	C1404
In the Month of May	C1415
It''s a Zoo	C1360
Just for Boys	C1338
Just for Girls	C1337
Just the Ticket	B1323
Kanji Phrases	C1339
Let's Go Camping	C1355
Little Princess	C1414
Love Always	D1337
Love Birds	C1396
Love Ya!	D1460
Magic Tabs	C1448
Makin' Waves	C1365
Ms. Chillin'	D1404
Ms. Scrapbook	B1352
Notice the Details	D1378
On the Edge	C1399
On This Day	D1468
One of a Kind	D1410
Over the Rainbow	D1426
Paisley Praise	D1414
Piece of Cake	D1407
Post Card	D1357
Precious Love	C1444
Priceless Love	D1348
Recipie Box	D1364
Retro Tech	C1446
Royal Birth	D1441
Rustic Alphabet	E1002
Salutation Seals	C1461
Shining Star	D1320
Smiles	C1397
So Lucky	C1390
Soul Mates Word Puzzle	D1254
Springtime	D1415
Star Power	D1403
Summer Breeze	C1453
Summer Days	B1375
Sweet Baby	C1359
Take Luck	B1364
Tasty Treats	D1427
Tea Time	C1438
Thank You	D1361
Thank You French	D1392
Thank You Spanish	D1396
Thrill Ride	D1425
TLC	C1364
Togetherness	D1402
Treetops	C1368
Trellis	D1451
True Happiness	D1365
Two-Step Backgrounds	D1473
Unity	C1422
X-treme	D1432
You Did It	C1351
You Rock	D1346
You're Great	D1434
You're Sweet	B1351

Stay tuned for information on my Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book party!

January Stamp of the Month: Little Reminder

January 1, 2012 already?!?! I suppose the good thing about time passing so quickly is the wait between NEW stamp sets and other goodies seems shorter, right?!?! A new Stamp of the Month set means it's times for a new Blog Hop!

Welcome to the January 2012 Stamp of the Month Blog Hop! If you've arrived here from Scrappin' Katy's blog, you're on the right track. If this is your first stop, simply follow the links at the end of each post until you arrive right back here. We have over 50 talented consultants participating this month, so you are sure to be filled with inspiration!

The January Stamp of the Month is "Little Reminder", a set of 25 stamps...numbers, days of the week, simple sentiments and a fun circular calendar!

It seems Lagoon is becoming a favorite color in my house as pink is slowly being set aside by my 8 year old daughter - and it seems she is right on trend as everywhere I look I see Lagoon colored clothing, decor, and more!

I LOVE the simple Lagoon print in the Elemental paper packet and have made a couple cards using this same paper paired with Chocolate cardstock! This fun 40th birthday card was a breeze with the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge to cut both of the plain circles and the fancy circle. While it doesn't show here too well, the Lagoon fancy circle is raised with 3-D foam tape for a little extra pop! The yummy Chocolate Striped Grosgrain ribbon and a few Sparkles add the finishing touches.

Time to hop along and let yourself be inspired! The next stop is Lori Brown's blog.

Remember, the Little Reminder set is only available through January 2012 for $17.95 or just $5 with a $50 order. Head on over to my CTMH website to order yours today!