Happy New Year!

 

May the gift of LOVE, the gift of PEACE and the gift of HEALTH and HAPPINESS all be yours for the New Year! Happy New Year Everyone!

Close To My Heart January - February Idea Book Walkthrough

 

I know there are only a few days left in 2021 but somehow I forgot to post my walkthrough of the upcoming January - February 2022 Idea Book. Enjoy the sneak peek of the new book and remember, you will be able to order from the book starting January 1st, 2022.

You can also find the new book online at this point. Just click here by Jan 1st: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-catalog.aspx

Close to My Heart - Boxing Week Sale 12/26 - 12/31

 

Boxing Week Sale 12/26-12/31
Close out the year with some amazing savings from the Close To My Heart Boxing Week sale! This sale offers incredible deals each day from December 26 through December 31. With new offers posted daily at 2:00 am (EST) and expiring at 1:59 am (EST) the following day. The Boxing Week sale provides an excellent opportunity to save on your favorite products, a selection of retired products, and an exclusive stamp bundle that will be available each day of the sale!
Sale prices are on a while supplies last base and are only available on my website during Boxing week. All sales count toward earning VIP Bank Credit and the Stamp of the Month at the discounted price. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions, otherwise enjoy the sales coming and find them on my website here

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

A Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year

 

This year is coming to an end so fast and while there are still so many things to do, I would like to take the time and thank you all for your continues support and crafting friendship. I have many new things planned for you in 2022 so make sure to stay connected.

But for now I will enjoy the Christmas time with family and friends here in Michigan and missing everyone at home!

From Our Home to Yours ... A Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

December Card Class Project 2 - Pinwheel Christmas Card

This is the second card from my December Card Making Class. Please let me know if you have questions or like any measurements. I used the Close to My Heart design paper collection “Cedar&Pine” and “Evergreen” cardstock for this project.

 

November Card Class Project 4 - 2021 Video

 Here is the last card class project from our November class. 

November Card Class Project 4 - 2021

 Here is our last card class project for 2021. Yes, it already has been a year. For our December class we will make something special so stay tuned for that. But back to this card. I love this "shadowing" technique with the white pigment ink and a hint of color on top. Wonder how this technique was done? Check back here for the video instructions. Just a few pieces are needed for this card

White Pigment Ink: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9329&ci=11916 (Z2863)

New England Ivy Ink: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9315  (Z2835)

White Glossy Spray: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15600&ci=22535 (Z5010)

White Glitter Paper: https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=9349&ci=6726 (Z3237)

and a tree or pine branch stamp of your choice. You can use any dark colored cardstock you have on hand for this

December Card Class Project 1 - Wonderland

This is card 1 of my December cardmaking class. We are using the Wonderland paper collection from the Close To My Heart Nov-Dec 2021 book.

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=dec21

 

November Card Class Project 3 - 2021 Video

 Using an retire stamp set and a simple folding technique to create this unique card.

November Card Class Project 3 - 2021

This week we have a look at another different style of dressing up your cardbase with a simple fold. Easel cards are a wonderful way to add to any Holiday. The stamp set used is a retired nativity scene and it works perfect for this design. The individual parts of the set are stamped on circles and yes, you can leave them as circles, but I cut the bottom part of to give it more interest.

If you like to join our monthly card class, comment below or contact me for more information. 

November Card Class Project 2 -2021 Video

 Here is another quick video showing you how easy these cards come together.

November Card Class Project 2 - 2021

Here is the second card we made in my November Card Class. A few paper pieces and embellishments starting this one out. The main focus though is the beautiful stamp set used here. I embossed it with some gold glitter powder to make it shiny and sparkle.

The stamp set “Good Tidings of Great Joy (B1769)is still available at

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15774&ci=22074

Close to My Heart - December Specials

 Wow, where did the time go? I cannot believe it is already December, can you? Here is a little summary of all specials going on this month and some will continue into January and February. You can find all Specials on the right bottom side of the blog here too.

So let's see what is on the special menu for this month, shall we?

Stamp Of The Month for December

Stamp of the Month | Close To My Heart

Merry Making 

Merry Making | Close To My Heart

Smitten

Smitten | Close To My Heart

Deck the Palms

Deck the Palms | Close To My Heart

... wow that's a lot, right? But here are a few ongoing specials too:

Remember Today, a cute calendar kit or you can use kit to create layouts 

Remember Today | Close To My Heart

January Album Retreat, learn new techniques and create stunning layouts for an entire album.

January Album Retreat | Close To My Heart

VIP Flower Shop Card Box, due to the high demand we got extras in and this special is extended until Dec 31.

VIP Flower Shop Card Box | Close To My Heart

VIP Hip Hip Hooray Workshop, another cute workshop specially designed for out VIP's. Not a VIP yet? Well, have a look and see how much you can gain with a VIP membership from Close to My Heart. Contact me if you have questions.

VIP Hip Hip Hooray Workshop | Close To My Heart

VIP Membership Be a VIP | Close To My Heart

I know, can Close To My Heart make it even more difficult for you ...LOL... so many specials to choose from. Please let me know if you have questions and enjoy browsing the specials.

Close to My Heart - Cyber Monday Sale starts today

 

Yes, where there was a Black Friday Sale there will be a Cyber Monday Sale too. The Cyber Monday Sale from Close to My Heart is starting today at 5pm EST and it will end tomorrow at midnight. Like with all our Sale, all items are while supplies last so don't wait to long 

To check out the Sale and to order go to my website at

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

Happy Browsing and shopping 

November Card Class Project 1 - 2021 Video

 Here is the video to our first November card class project.

November Card Class Project 1 - 2021

 We are down to four more Christmas cards in Novembers card-making class. This is a simple but effective way to change your regular quarter cards into a special fold. Check out the upcoming video.

I used the Close To My Heart “Holly & Ivy - Cardmaking Stamp Set” (C1907) for this card. Love the Santa! The set also came with matching dies, but these are sold out.

Here is the stamp set https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15785

Close to My Heart - Black Friday Sale starts today

 

Make sure to check out the Close to My Heart Black Friday Sale starting today at 5pm EST and it will end tomorrow at midnight. Like with all our Sale, all items are while supplies last so don't wait to long 

To check out the Sale and to order go to my website at

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

Happy Browsing and shopping 

Close to My Heart - Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sales are coming

 

I hope you are getting excited, because Close to My Heart is having a Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales starting each of those days at 5pm EST and is ending the following day at midnight. Like with all our Sale, all items are while supplies last so don't wait to long 

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

October Card Class Project 4 - 2021 Video

 This is our last video of the October Class Projects. Have fun exploring this one and stay tuned for more Christmas card projects coming in November’s Class. If you like to know more about the kits and want to try one, contact me for more details. Enjoy this video:

October Card Class Project 4 - 2021

 

This is the last Christmas card project from my October Class. Today we put a little elegant touch on this one with a very delicate bell die. Again just a few simple embellishments and more important some meaningful phrases. What do you think of this card? 

Stay tuned for more Christmas Card Designs coming in my November class. If you are interested in trying one of these sets at home, contact me. I create a little video to each of them so you can follow along easily. Give it a try.

October Card Class Project 3 - 2021 Video

Here is the video to yesterday’s card. Just to show you how easy it is to put this one together:

October Card Class Project 3 - 2021

 

Sometimes the simple ways are the best. It doesn't have to be the traditional Christmas colors every time, right? One of my favorite non- traditional color combination is white, toffee (gold) and red. Make sure to use foam spacers to give your card a bit more dimension. Use the thinner foam tape Close to My Heart offers so the project isn't getting too bulky.

Craft Show on Saturday November 13th - come join me!

 

Looking for some little Holiday gifts? Thanksgiving is just around the corner and Christmas is on it’s way, so come join me at the...St.Mary’s Craft Show in Milford on Saturday November 13th from 9am - 3 pm. Looking forward to seeing you xxx

October Card Class Project 2 - 2021 VIdeo

 This is how this little cute elf card is put together:

October Card Class Project 2 - 2021

 

Here is another old time favorite. This elf was introduced last year and still is one of my favorites. Love the Holly Jolly paper that came along with it. 

“Deck the Palms” Special Paper Collection from Close to My Heart

While we are normally covered in snow here in Michigan, there are some people that enjoy a pretty warm Christmas instead.

Have you seen this very different kind of Christmas paper yet? Or maybe you need to crop some tropical pictures from a trip way back? The “Deck the Palms” collection from Close to My Heart might be just what you need.

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/2111-deck-the-palms.aspx

And here is a little video to show you this pretty paper up close: 

The New Close To My Heart Idea Book for November - December 2021 is here

 

It is here!!!! The new and exciting Close to My Heart Idea Book November - December. Full of new and beautiful paper collections, pretty stamps and dies and so much more. Check out the online version of the book

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/products/online-catalog.aspx

Coming November 1st - “Deck The Palm” Paper Collection

 In Michigan we sure have a snow Christmas but there are people in areas that enjoy a sunny one too. Or, how about your last tropical vacation trip? Here is the new "Deck the Palms" paper covering both events. Yes, Christmas or Tropical or both. Available for you starting November 1st. So check back for more info.

October Card Class Project 1 - 2021 Video

 Here it the video for the class project:

October Card Class Project 1 - 2021

This is our first Christmas Card project from my October class. (Z3900) is the "Merry Borders Stamp & Die" that is a retired set, but there are still a few available. Check it out, you use multiple stamps to create this beautiful border. The design paper is from the current Holly & Ivy design paper pack. What do you like best about this card?

Close To My Heart Mixed Media 101 Video - Gloss Sprays

 

Have you been watching our Close To My Heart Mixed Media 101 videos yet? No? Oh you have to check them out, because they are showing some great techniques on using different mixed media products. I love how they show new ways to use them. Have a look.

Close To My Heart Nov-Dec 2021 Idea Book Walkthrough

 Here is an early peek into the upcoming Close To My Heart November - December 2021 Idea Book. Get an early start on your wish list and make sure to get everything you where thinking about form the current book before “Pumpkin Spice” and “Holly & Ivy” collections retire on October 31st.

You can find all products on my website!

Remember, the new products form the Nov-Dec book wont be available until November 1st!

Close To My Heart - Pumpkin Spice Workshop Kit - Layout 3

 Yes, this is the last double page layout from the “Pumpkin Spice” Workshop Kit from Close To My Heart.  I showed you the first two layouts and here is the final creation. They are super easy to put together and yes, a few little tips from me will make it go even fast. Everything is pre-designed for you and you still can tweak it to your needs. While this is something I do a lot with these workshops, well this time I followed strictly the instructions. Enjoy the last page and leave me comment what your favorite page of this set is.

You still can get this workshop kit but not for much longer. Get your kit here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15622&ci=21805

If you like to try the set including our super strong page protectors, simply put G1237 into the search bar on my website and place it into your shopping cart

Close To My Heart - Pumpkin Spice Workshop Kit - Layout 2

 This is my absolute favorite design paper for fall and as I mentioned my favorite workshop kit right now. Here is the second layout from the set and a few tips on how to put this together with ease. Leave me comment and tell me what do you like about these workshop kits. Here we go, enjoy the video.

You still can get this workshop kit but not for much longer. Get your kit here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15622&ci=21805

If you like to try the set including our super strong page protectors, simply put G1237 into the search bar on my website and place it into your shopping cart.

Close To My Heart - Pumpkin Spice Workshop Kit - Layout 1

 This is my absolute favorite design paper for fall and I love the workshop kit Close to My Heart created. While I know how beautiful these pages are, I figured you should see them in a close up too. What better way to show you how beautiful and easy these kits are than to put a double layout together with you. Tell me, have you ever tried a workshop kit from Close To My Heart? Here we go, enjoy the video.

You still can get this workshop kit but not for much longer. Get your kit here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15622&ci=21805

If you like to try the set including our super strong page protectors, simply put G1237 into the search bar on my website and place it into your shopping cart.

Close To My Heart Pumpkin Spice Workshop Kit Content

 

Pumpkin Spice Scrapbooking Workshop Kit Content

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15621&ci=21803

Here is just a quick intro to see all the content of the Pumpkin Spice Workshop Kit. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s first video of three showing the layouts in detail and how to create them.

This set will retire after October 31st, 2021. So make sure to order your.

Close to My Heart Mixed Media Video 3 - Stickles & Pearl Gels

 Happy Friday everyone, here is a new Mixed Media 101 Video from Close To My Heart. Do you know all the things you can do with Stickles and PearlGels? No? Well that check this out....

Pumpkin Spice and Gourds Card

 

Yes, I can't get enough of this pretty "Pumpkin Spice" papers and the "A World with Octobers" stamps. Here is another idea using the stamped pumpkin images and color them in with grey shades of the Tri-Blend Markers. The gourds look so real.

Have you ever colored in your pumpkins in grey?

Tri-Blend Markers:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Products.aspx?CatalogID=237

“A World of Octobers” Stamps & Dies (Z4297)

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15646

“A World of Octobers” Stamps (D2043)

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15801

Pumpkin Spice Papers:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=Pumpkin+spice

VIP Special “Hip Hip Hooray” Workshop Kit from Close to My Heart

 VIP-Special "Hip Hip Hooray" Workshop Kit is here. Yes, this is the second special made just for our VIP customers from Close to My Heart. This pretty workshop kit creates 3 different double page layouts and makes multiple greetings cards in the slimline style. A privat facebook live (for you to watch on replay at anytime if you are a VIP) will work you through the layouts and cards step by step. You will also learn new techniques and unique styling tricks. 

For all you card makers, did you see the super cute VIP Flower Box Card Set? Have a look https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/2109-vip-flower-shop-card-box.aspx

Not a VIP member yet, well don't miss out because currently if you sign up as a VIP you will get a $15 cash credit in return. More information about the VIP program can be found on my website or PM me for more questions.

You can find the info about this offer right here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/ctmh/promotions/2110-vip-hip-hip-hooray.aspx

Pumpkin Spice Paper Collection from Close to My Heart

 Pumpkin Spice is one of my favorite fall design paper collections from Close to My Heart. Love those colors and did you see the beautiful embellishments and workshop kits that come along with this paper? Make sure to order your papers right away because this paper pack will retire by the end of the month if, ... if it isn't sold out before then.

Check out my upcoming video next week, showing you the beautiful layouts the scrapbooking workshop kit creates.

More of the papers , workshops and everything else that comes with this collection can be found at:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=%u201cPumpkin+Spice%u201d

September Card Class Project 4 - Video

 

Here is the last project from our September card making class. This one is using not only our new card stock colors shortbread (warm yellowbeige), papaya (red-orange-coral) and harbour (green-grey-blue), but we also use three designs of the “Pumpkin Spice” paper collection. If you love the paper as much as I do, make sure to order it right now, because it will retire on October 31st if it doesn’t run out before then.

The card design was inspired by a Facebook post by one of my fellow Makers Michelle Johnson. Thank You Michelle for this ides.

Please give me a thumbs up if you like this video and subscribe to my YouTube Channel so you never miss a new creation. 

Holly & Ivy Paper Collection from Close to My Heart

 Holly & Ivy is our featured Close to My Heart paper kit for the month. This is such a beautiful design paper pack you don't want to miss. It is available until October 31st or while supplies last! Here is a little heads up, this is the only Christmas paper pack Close to My Heart has this year with these traditional colors. Don't miss out on this one and have a look at the beautiful designed Workshop Kits for card making and scrapbooking. 

All workshop kits and everything else matching the Holly & Ivy papers can be found right here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=oct21

Clearance Sale! Close to My Heart on Friday Oct 15 @5PM (EST)

 

Starting tomorrow, Friday Oct 15 @5pm (EST). Many items will be available for the last time. Don’t miss it. Sale items can only be purchased through my website: 

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/default.aspx

Happy Shopping

Summary of all Specials available this month!

 We have so many specials this month that is it hard to keep up with them all. Here is a little summary for you and a reminder when they will be gone:

"Remember Today" available until December 31st

Remember Today | Close To My Heart

"Wildflower Friendship" stamp of the month available until October 31st

Stamp of the Month | Close To My Heart

"Slimline Celebration" available until October 31st

Slimline Celebration | Close To My Heart

"Boo Crew" available until October 31st

Boo Crew | Close To My Heart

"Album Retreat" just a few more available..so until supplies last

October Album Retreat | Close To My Heart

This is it for this month, so make sure if any of these special are on your list to order them on time. Once they are gone they are gone for good. ;-)

September Card Class Project 4 - Happy Birthday

Here is our last Card Making Class project for September using all new papers. The “Pumpkin Spice” collection for sure it a pretty fall collection. The design was inspired by a card Michelle Johnson did in one of our CTMH Facebook groups. Thanks Michelle for the idea!

Make sure to order your papers by the end of the month before it retires if it even last that long! I will post a video walkthrough on how to assemble this card on Saturday, so check back if you like to know how this card is made.

If you are interested in joining my monthly card making classes, contact me for more information or leave a comment below.

Please give me a thumbs up if you like the videos and subscribe to my YouTube channel so you never miss out on them.

Pumpkin Spice Collection Paper Pack:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15615&ci=21791

Stamp Set & Dies used here:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/product.aspx?itemid=15646

Just the Stamp Set with no dies:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15801

Slimline Card Design “ Pumpkin Kisses & Harvest Wishes”

 "A World of Octobers" is such a great stamp set and combined with the slim-card design ...love it.

Here is the stamp set and the new papers used:

“A World of Octobers” Stamps & Dies (Z4297)

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15646

“A World of Octobers” Stamps (D2043)

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=15801

Pumpkin Spice Papers:

https://claudiahenderson.closetomyheart.com/retail/search.aspx?searchvalue=Pumpkin+spice

Remember Today - Calendar Kit Special

 

"Remember Today" is our newest special valid from October 1 - December 31 or while supplies last. This is such a beautiful design package and while you can create a complete calendar set with it, you could also use the designs and cut outs for 13 individual scrapbook pages or you can merge them into regular layouts.

The nice thing about this set is that there is no fuzzy cutting or any other tool required. All you would need is adhesive, photos and if you choose to get the stamp set, some ink. That's all folk! ;-)

I just ordered mine and I am not sure if I will make a calendar out of it or if I will challenge myself and do layouts....I guess I could order just a second set and make both LOL

In any event, Christmas is just around the corner and wouldn't this make for some great gifts for your family? One for your grandparents to catch up with last year, one for the kids going of to college to remember those fun days you had, .... and on I can go. Oh and don't forget all these birthdays, right? Now you have a place to write them down and never forget. Little tip, you can easily change the calendar to a perpetual calendar but covering up the the weekday tabs with a paper strip. Voila, there is a calendar with just the month and dates and it can be enjoyed for many years to come. Makes a great gift too...just saying. Here is the link to all the specials.