June 30, 2021

Stamping Technique Wednesday - CTMH Video 2

 


We managed the first video and how did you do? Weren’t these great techniques you learned? So let’s get started with a new chapter. Here are more exciting techniques...

June 29, 2021

Close to My Heart Idea Book July - August 2021 walkthrough


 Just a few more day left to order from the the current Close to My Heart May-June 2021 Idea Book. Have you seen the cute paper collections? Stars&Sprakles and Hillside Cottage are super cute and along with them so many stamp. Make sure to check the book one more time so you don’t miss out on anything.

To make your decisions a bit easier ... LOL or more complicate ... here is the virtual walkthrough of the upcoming Close to My Heart Idea Book July - August 2021. Oh so many new stamps and dies plus two new paper collections called “Wander” and “Isabella”.....stay tuned for more inspiration to come.

Here is the link to the current book and you can find the new book there as well starting July 1st:

Creative Design Team Challenge “Love My Stash” - Day 17

 


Today we are at Day 17 of the CDTloveyourstash challenge and it is Miss Carrie's Creations turn.

Link: https://youtu.be/zC98t6ppIK4


June 25, 2021

Watercolor Technique Series - Video 2

 


Here is part 2 of the new Close to My Heart Watercoloring Technique Series. It isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Our watercolors are a great starting point to get your brushes wet. All you need is some cardstock,  water, a brush and the Close To My Heart watercolor palette. With just these few supplies you can get started. But remember every artist started with baby steps so practice a lot. What can you loose? A few sheets of paper oh well...don’t we crafters have an unlimited supplies of these LOL... have fun watching and practicing xxx

June 23, 2021

Stamping Technique Wednesday - CTMH Video 1

 


Do you have difficulties stamping? I know as a beginner it is difficult to get a nice clean impression but with some great tips and a bit of practice you will get there. Sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference. Have a look at this series and learn more about stamping and what to do and not to do ;-)  Believe me, the hardest part is.... remember what to do! And like all things in live, this comes with practice... let’s get started.

June 22, 2021

Creative Design Team Challenge “Love My Stash” - Day 16

 


Here is Day 16 of the CDTloveyourstash challenge. Today it is Katy's turn again and let's see what she came up with.

Link: https://youtu.be/9q81hRdWK5g


June 18, 2021

Watercolor Technique Series - Video 1


Have you thought about getting some watercoloring paints or pencils to embellish your stamped images or  create your own backgrounds? I know this can be intimidating if you don’t know where to start. This watercolor series from Close To My Heart might help you to get started. Have a look and see how easy it is. If you have questions, please feel free to comment or contact me.

 

June 17, 2021

Weekend Workshop Sale - Close To My Heart

 


This just came in .... Weekend Workshop Sale

Enjoy amazing savings on select scrapbooking and cardmaking workshop kits with our Weekend Workshop Sale! This sale will offer incredible deals starting at 5:00 pm (EST) on Friday, June 18 and ending at 1:59 am (EST) on Monday, June 21. If you love the CTMH workshop kits, you will love this opportunity to save on these discounted kits!

 

As with previous sales, discounted prices for this sale are only available on orders placed through my Maker website for the duration of the sale. All discounted items ordered qualify to earn VIP Credit and the Stamp of the Month at the discounted price on orders $50+. Shipping and handling will be based on the full retail value of sale items. 

www.ClaudiaHenderson.Closetomyheart.com 


June 15, 2021

Creative Design Team Challenge “love My Stash” - Day 15

 


Day 15 of the CDTloveyourstash challenge and today Andrea has a couple tips for you. Have fun watching 

Link: https://youtu.be/zsltu1JZUJc



June 8, 2021

Creative Design Team Challenge “Love My Stash” - Day 14


Day 14 of the CDTloveyourstash challenge and here is Trina with a special something...

Link: https://youtu.be/clbC1PVaMy4


 

June 2, 2021

Monthly Specials from Close To My Heart - June

 A new month is here, yes my calendar is already showing June. Seems like time is flying these days. Here are some of the CTMH specials for the month of June:

- Happiest Place is back! Beside individual paper packs and workshop kits there is one special cardmaking kit included. Remember that stamp set from the National Scrapbooking Day event with the girl? It was so popular and many of you wanted this set so bad, well here is your change.



- Sign Up & Celebrate!
Become a Close to My Heart Maker this month and get the chance to join us for the annual makers convention for FREE...beside all the other perks that come with the "job". If you like to know more about this opportunity, email me.

- Brand New Stamp of the Month! Yes, this is a great one to have no matter if you a cardmaker or scrapbooker. This set is available for just $5 with any order of $50 or more. Have a look how cute this set is....and VIP peeps, remember you get the set for FREE ;-)


- well and then there are a few more ongoing specials like "You Are Enough", "No Ordinary Dad" and the Album retreat. 

If you like to find out more about any of these specials, just click on the picture in the bottom left corner of the blog and it will bring you right to the special.
Well there will be more but that's it for today. See you soon ....



June 1, 2021

Creative Design Team Challenge “Love My Stash” - Day 13

 


Day 13 of the CDTloveyourstash challenge... this time Lisa shows you more of her ideas on how to use your stash up. Enjoy!