March 15, 2024

It’s Spring Camp Scrap Time again! Come see me at the crop and shop!

 


It is Camp Scrap Time Again!!!!!
All loaded up and ready to go…..Of to a weekend filled with crafting, fun and good company. Looking forward to getting together with so many wonderful ladies. If you live in the area and come by to say “Hello”. You are welcome to come by and shop with us Vendors on Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm. Check out the amazing space so you can join us in Fall again for some fun time. You can find me this weekend at the Oakland Fair Spring Camp Scrap at the Oakland Fair Grounds in Davisburg. Come get you Close To My Heart Products before they sell out. Hope to see you ❤️

Oakland Fair Spring Camp Scrap, 12451 Andersonville Rd, Davisburg, Michigan 48350

 



March 14, 2024

March 2024 Card Project 2 - Using Up Your Scraps

Video Link: https://youtu.be/2WL9FuafZaQ?si=XX9AXu6iCbNvVlP5

How many times did you ask yourself, what am I gonna do with all the scraps I have left? Right? I know, we create scrapbooking layouts or cards and then we have a pile of scraps left. Oh no, you don’t want to throw them away right? So how about we use them to make another card. We can always use “Thank You”, “Thinking of You”, “Birthday” Cards etc…so here is an example using up some of these scraps. Either to decorate the base of the card or cardstock scraps to create embellishments…..oh the possibilities are endless. Give it a try!

Materials used for this projects:

X254 Card bases & Envelopes

X9058 Mix-In Papers

Z7133 Decorative Shape Thin Cuts

Z1279 VersaMat

Z2831 Charcoal Ink Pad

Z697 Round Sponge


Some of the items are currently on backorder but should be back in either March or April. Check my website for updates.

All can be found on my website at: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Products.aspx?CatalogID=271

Further materials used:

Tombow Liquid Glue

White Gel PEN


March Card Project 1 - Video: https://youtu.be/Fp_Tx8-tci0?si=Pk6hEhDPxkk66Qf3

Sad News from CTMH and what the future will bring - Video: https://youtu.be/YB0HG9croqw?si=RqP2Zv-pOBbMEoK8

March 13, 2024

Have you seen this simple but stunning card design?

 

The last 2 week shave been crazy so it is nice to be somewhat back on track. If you missed last weeks card making tutorial, here it is: https://youtu.be/Fp_Tx8-tci0?si=KwmJUn0IorByriE9 . Thank You Becca Whitman for this card idea. I love the simple design and the sunning outcome, plus you can use this card for so many occasions. Have a look and make sure to tune in tomorrow for the second project. 

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March 9, 2024

Sad News travel fast! Here are the facts, my thoughts and what is coming next!

 


Like they always say, sad news travel fast and this one was no exception. While there is so much talk going on and a lot of rumors are spread (and sadly many are not true) I figured I come on here and set the record straight. 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/YB0HG9croqw?si=kK5x702vmL-Pogfo

March 8, 2024

March 2024 Card Project 1 - Simple and Easy Card

 


Today we will be creating a simple and easy card. I love this simple design and the wonderful card it makes. You can use and flowers you might have in your stash or how about some balloons.

The items I used in this card can be found on my website:

Stamp of the Month for March / Just Chicken In

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/sotm.aspx

Just the stamp set is S2403 and the set including the dies is Z7141. The die set will be back in stock sometime in March. I have no specific date so please check back.

X254 Card bases and Envelopes, this set also will be back in March

The pencils I am using in this video and in the upcoming ones are the Colorista Pencils and we have 3 different color pallets in store….

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=Colorista

All three sets are currently available!

Thursdays Video about the sad news that Close to My Heart will be closing their business. The reasons, the facts and what will be coming next:

https://youtu.be/YB0HG9croqw?si=kK5x702vmL-Pogfo

March 1, 2024

New Close To My Heart March-April 2024 Idea Book is here!

 

Close To My Heart starts the new month not only with the awesome Cardstock Carnival but also with a brand new Idea Book. This will be the last Idea Book from Close To My Heart and it is filled with beautiful new paper collections, exclusive stamps and dies and gorgeous artworks and paper creations. Make sure to check it out and order early because it is the last time we all will be enjoying the beautiful products, these items are selling fast. Check online what is available. Any time not in stock and coming later will be marked as such, anything you can’t find by typing in the product number in the search bar is likely gone for good.

Make sure to check back here for updates how things will be moving on ones CTMH closes their doors in June!

 In case you missed it earlier this week, I created a video walking you through the entire book and showing you a few products up close. If you like to check it out, here is the link…

Idea Book Walkthrough Video: https://youtu.be/GpCmukqsR-E?si=WnmzEaqrTV1z0wvy

Otherwise you can also find the new Mar-Apr Idea Book online at https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-catalog.aspx

Simply download the Idea Book as a PDF and enjoy it where ever you go to craft, because the artwork in it is a wonderful inspiration too for FREE!



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Cardstock Carnival is back !!!

 

March is here and Cardstock Carnival is back! …

This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy incredible discounts on Close To My Heart’s two-toned, white core cardstock. Enjoy limited-time savings on single-color packs and on exclusive cardstock bundles, including the Cardstock Carnival Super Bundle, featuring 7 sheets of 44 different cardstock colors at a 30% discount!

This year’s Carnival also features exclusive border die-cuts available in 12 colors! Each set of die-cuts comes with 16 borders, 2 each of 8 designs. The border packs are available for individual purchase as well as in a bundle!

You can find all specials and packages included in this Cardstock Carnival on my website: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

#craftingwithaview #ctmh #ctmhcardstockcarnival #ctmhcardstock #ctmhscrapbooking #CTMH #card #ctmhcards

February 29, 2024

Close To My Heart Jan-Feb 2024 Idea Book will be retiring today!

 





Here we are, the last day in February and this means the last day to shop from our 2-month Idea Book Jan-Feb. While a few items have sold out already, there is still a chance until midnight to snatch up a few products before this Close To My Heart Idea Book retires.
Have you checked it out yet? If not, make sure to do so because at midnight today these items will retire 🙃
#craftingwithaview #ctmh #CTMH #car #ctmhcards #ctmhscrapbooking #ctmhideabook




February 28, 2024

How to create more scrapbooking layouts with a Close To My Heart Workshop Kit

 








Do you remember a paper pack from way back called “Tutti Frutti”? I know, it’s been awhile, LOL. I was preparing my things from an upcoming crop event and stumbled over the scrapbooking workshop kit for this set. Now while I could have just created the 3 layouts as intended, I figured I challenge myself to see how far I can get with this set and just a few extra sheets of cardstock. I added 4 white, 2 capri and 1 pansy to the mix. I used up the entire sticker sheet and ended up stamping a couple images for the last layout to embellish. 

I created a total of 5 double page layouts and I still have some papers left to make one more …. Oh and almost an entire package of the little shaker elements seen sprinkled over the pages and in the shaker element. 

How would be interested to see a video or two about changing an entire workshop into more than just the 3 double page layouts it calls for? Comment below and let me know.💕

#craftingwithaview #ctmh #ctmhscrapbooking #ctmhworkshop