Days of December Special

Some favorites are just to good to give up on right? Close to My Heart brought back this popular project, so you can create a unique Everyday Life album with one page for each magical day in December. 

This year's album project features brand new paper from the Holly Jolly collection, plus cardstock and embellishments to match!

Choose between two different workshop kit options: One that includes the Holly Jolly-Scrapbooking Stamp and Thin Cuts, and one that doesn't. Be sure you also have the additional materials listed on my website when completing your album.

Have fun creating and don't forget to take pictures ;-), write down Christmas favorites like cookie, cake and other food recipes, ...

More new Thin Cuts ... Seashells and School Kids

Welcome to part II of the brand new Thin Cut reveal from Close to My Heart. These combinations of stamps and thin cuts can be ordered individually. All other thin cuts in the catalogs are only available as bundles. So if you already ordered the stamp set, this is your chance to get the matching Thin Cut. I don't mind fuzzy cutting around stamped images, but these Thin Cuts will make it so much easier and faster :-) 

Swirly Seashells 

Swirly Seashells Stamp (C1664)
Price: $ 13.95

To order....Click Here







Swirly Seashells Thin Cuts (CC1155)
Price: $ 18.95 

To order....Click Here

School Kids

School Kids Stamps (D1706)

Price: $ 17.95

To order....Click Here

School Kids Thin Cuts (CC1158)

Price: $ 15.95

To order....Click Here

Remember to order your Thin Cuts early before they are gone. 

For all annual planner lovers, the new planner inserts and combo-packs for 2017 are currently available to order. They are on a while supplies last base...so don't wait too long and they might be gone. Last years planner pages sold out very quickly and they can not be re-ordered!!! 

To see all offers for the planners .... Click Here

Stay tuned for more to come.......

NEW Thin Cuts ....Wreath, Birthday and more

Just in time for the busiest time of the card making season, Close to My Heart released some brand new "Thin Cuts". These new thin cuts coordinate with stamp sets for the Idea Book and Seasonal Book and ....they can be ordered individually. So if you already own the stamp sets, go ahead and order just the thin cuts...otherwise get them both with the same order.

 Wreath - Stamp 

Stamp Set (A1193) 
Price: $6.95

To order....Click Here

 Wreath - Thin Cut

Thin Cut (CC1157)
Price: $10.95

To order....Click Here






This wreath is really cute and I think you can used this all year long. Add a few berries for Christmas, add a few little flowers for spring and summer, add a few acorns or pumpkins for Autumn... the possibilities are endless!


Sweet Birthday - Stamp

Stamp Set (B1532)
Price: $ 9.95

To order....Click Here

Sweet Birthday - Thin Cut

Thin Cut (CC1156)
Price: $ 9.95

To order....Click Here






The birthday version is also a very versatile set. Use the little head to decorate little critters or as a border. The candle can be used for wreaths, cakes and naturally the cupcake and so much more. Love the cute little face that can go on the cup cake, or how about some cups, mugs, balloons etc... 

Check back tomorrow for more new Thin Cuts....

Close To My Heart - NEW Everyday Life Planner 2017 is back!

Good News! The fabulous Close To My Heart "Everyday Life Planners" are back. Last years version was such a success that we ran out of pages and books within weeks. So, to make sure you will get a chance to order yours this time, here is the latest and greatest:

The planner is available in the following combinations:

Sea Glass Album & Planner Pages Combo (CC1177)

The bundle includes the gorgeous sea glass faux leather album and a set of 2017 planner pages (including monthly and weekly calendars, designs to color in and pages for notes). It also includes three beautiful golden paperclips and a clear pencil bag. 

$ 31.90 (plus SH&T)

Striped Album & Planner Pages Combo (CC1178)

The bundle includes the black and white striped album and a set of 2017 planner pages (including monthly and weekly calendars, designs to color in and pages for notes). It also includes three beautiful golden paperclips and a clear pencil bag. 

$ 31.90 (plus SH&T)

 2017 Planner Pages (CC2017)

The 2017 planner pages includes monthly and weekly calendars, designs you can color in, pages for notes and it also includes three beautiful golden paperclips and a clear pencil bag. 

$ 16.95 (plus SH&T)

All offers seen here are only available for a limited time and while supplies last!

These planner pages and bundles sold out last year very very quickly. And if you thought about getting one this time, don't wait to long. You can place an order right off my website or sent me an email....

February - Stamp of the Month "Balloon Animals"

Birthday party is the theme of February. Aren't these little balloon animals cute?

If you place an order of $50 or more in February, you will be able to order this stamp set "Balloon Animals" (S1602) for only $5.00!

Beside the six different balloon friends, you will also receive some great birthday phrases in this set. Can't have enough of these, right?

The little tag can be cut with the Cricut "Artistry" cartridge to match the stamp.


If you like to know more about this set or any other product from Close to My Heart, please feel free to contact me! Here is another little idea for the use on a scrapbook page.

Stay tuned ....

January - Stamp of the month "Beloved Bouquet"

Let's start the new crafting year with a wonderful flower stamp set called "Beloved Bouquet" (S1601).

This is the stamp set of the month January, which means, if you place an order of $50 or more you can order this set for only $5.00!

The flowers and leafs are stamped in a two step process. First you stamp the full image in a lighter color. Next you line up the more detailed image, ink it up in a darker ink and place it on top of the full image. Since our stamps are all clear stamps, lining them up is really easy.

 Beside the flowers and leafs, you will also get a bundle of phrases along with this set.

If you like to know more about these Close to My Heart products or how to use them best, please feel free to contact me. I will try to answer all your questions.

 Here are a few examples on how to use this set ...

Stay tuned for more to come ....

January - Constant Campaign Special

Many of you took advantage of the December special where you were able to get the brand new Close to My Heart "Everyday Life Planner" in a special bundle. 

For all of you who missed the special, don't worry, you are still able to order the "Everyday Life Planner" HERE!

Plus, celebrate National Papercrafting Month with the exclusive Picture My Life "Live Your Day" scrapbooking program. This program is only available in January and for only $8.95 you can either integrate pocket scrapbooking into your "Everyday Life Planner" or you make a completely new scrapbook out of it. The "Everyday Life Album" can be used for more than just a planer!

So don't forget, this special designed "Picture My Life" set is only available during the month of January and while supplies last....hurry and order yours now...email me for more information.

New Close to My Heart - Seasonal Expression 1

Look out for the brand new Close to My Heart Seasonal Expression 1.
Starting, January 1st, 2016 you will be able to see the new booklet online on my website.

If you prefer a personal copy, let me know. I would love to get one to you!

So, what are the new and exciting things coming you way you ask? Well lets see....

There will be three new paper packs available in this new idea booklet. But beside three new designs you will also receive more design papers per pack. Yes, more design papers...yeah!

Old paper packs: 3 design papers (2 of each/ double sided) plus 6 cardstock 
New paper packs: 5 design papers (2 of each/ double sided) plus 2 sheets of picture my life style cards.

Charlotte (X7205B) is the paper design seen here on the right. Beautiful color combinations in this one.

The new paper pack on the left is called Penelope (X7207B) and includes some awesome spring colors. 

Each of the three new paper pack bundles is only available during a limit time, January - April! 

Each paper pack also comes with a coordinating complements pack (embellishments) and other decor ideas.

The last of the three paper packs is called Regatta (X7206B) and is shown on the right. Mediterranean flair and everything revolving around water.

Each coordinating complement pack is different, depending on the paper pack and its design. It could be foil sticker, die cuts, vellum, stickers, glitter and more.

You can buy matching cardstock sheets in combo packs or if you prefer individual sheets, you can buy those from me as well. Just let me know what colors you like and how many sheets. Email me for further information.


Last but not least, we can't revel a new booklet without new stamp sets, right? And there are some really cute ones in the new booklet. 

NEW! NEW! NEW!
First time from Close to My Heart, we have matching "Thin Cuts" for some of our stamp designs. These "Thin Cuts" work with any cutting machine, no matter if you have a Cuttlebug, a BigShot or any other die-cutting machine on the market. This is just the beginning and I am sure there will be more to come. 

So mark your calendar and check out the new Close to My Heart Seasonal Expressions booklet on January 1st, 2016.

If you like to know more about Close to My Heart contact me! Stay tuned for more to come ...

December Special "Everyday Life album planer"

This was long over due... finally. Close to My Heart presents you their newest product line:

The awesome Everyday Life album planer that let's you never miss a date again. This super cute black planer with the gold embossing is the base for everything. 

This planer comes packed with dividers for each month, pockets, calendar pages, stickers and so much more.

During the month of December you can order this planer special including the coordinating Perfect Plan roller stamp as an exclusive bundle for only $29.95. This means you take advantage of a 15% discount. If you like to know more about this awesome planer, contact me or check the updates on my website.

Hurry, because this bundle is only available while supply last. Once its gone there goes your 15% rebate. You will be able to order these items individually later, but why wait when you can save some money, right? So let's go...

"Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking"

Here is a sneak peek for the upcoming November campaign from Close to My Heart.

The November campaign is called "Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking" and is a collection of awesomeness... if I might say so!

This workshop bundle includes on of the new "My Legacy" albums and a package of products to fill your album right away. All you need to get are you photos.

You get to pick the "My Legacy" album of your choice. Pick from the D-ring style coming in Cocoa Damask, Slate Circles, Ruby Floral, Lagoon Chevron or simply in Black. Don't like the D-ring albums? How about our Post-Bound albums coming in these designs: Cocoa Damask, Slate Circles, Ruby Floral, Lagoon Chevron and the always beauty Black.

Further each bundle, no matter what design, color or style, will include a package of our "Paper Fundamentals Enchantment" (Z3126) pack. 20 double-sided papers 2 each of 10 designs in gorgeous colors. But that's not all. 
Your bundle will also include the "Fundamental Assortment Peacock" (Z3098) seen here on the left. 

Lovely paper bows with gold and silver foiled designs ... 6 of them; Wooden stickers ... 6 of them;
Cute little plastic clips ... 8 of them;
and finally a 6" x 6" sheet of glitter stickers.

All these embellishments work perfectly together with the paper pack and the 3 extra sheets of "Daisy White" cardstock.

And there is more, you will also receive the "Fundamental Stickers Enchantment Pack" (Z3164) seen here on the right, which includes many more stickers.

To be exact, this set includes a total of four 12" x 6" sheets in four designs: 
- Alphabets 
- Titles
- Labels
- Icons 

And on top of all this, you can pick for FREE a pack of our "Memory Protectors". Pick between the 
Top Load Value Pack (Z1984) or the Side Load Value Pack (Z1977)! This is a savings of $19.95...yeahhhhh!

Doesn't this sounds great. Take advantage of this great bundle offer, which will be only available with the FREE value pack from November 1st until November 30th. If you like to know more about the bundle or if you have any other questions, please feel free to contact me. 

You will be able to order the bundle via my website starting November 1st or you can email me your wishes. A PDF with layout suggestions will be available as well and as a special for my customers, you will receive a special layout PDF from me designed for you!

Here are a few samples of layouts you can do with this set...but there is more. Don't miss out and contact me today!

Jackson Paper and Embellishments

Let me introduce you to the new "Jackson" paper pack (X7195B). 

Finally a great paper for all the guys in your house, for camping and outdoor pictures and so much more.

I love the color combination of browns, greens and blues.

Like all the other Close to My Heart paper packages, this once comes with 3 double sited design paper sheets, 2 of each design and 6 matching cardstock sheet. With a total of 12 sheets of paper you will be able to create multiple layouts for your pictures. Ad a few extra pieces of colonial white or daisy white and you can get up to 5 double page layouts or more out of one set. How to get that many you ask? A little smart design planing, clever cutting and a few extra products will make this possible. Contact me for details about upcoming workshops between May and August with this paper kit or how you can do the layouts at home.

So what embellishment would work best with this paper pack?

I love the many different items in the "Jackson Compliments" (X7195C) sticker pack. You will have 2x 12"-6" sticker sheets to work with....

And another great add on for your paper pack is the "Picture My Life - Jackson" Package (Z3068), especially when you plan on creating 5-6 double page layouts. The sets comes with 20 x 4"-6" cards and 36 x 3"-4" and make super embellishments, journal cards and photo mats.



A perfect match are also the 
- "Oceanside" Sequins (Z3041), 
- the extra thick twine "Glacier" (Z3039) and
- the Teal Glitter paper pack (Z1991)  or 
- the Teal Shimmer Trim (Z1918) would be a great extension to your pages.


After a little vacation time I am back working on my layouts. The "Blossom" and the "Jackson" paper packs from the Seasonal Expressions 2 book are waiting on my desk, so stay tuned for more to come in the next weeks and months ....

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. You can order all items named in this post either via my website or per email order...

Blossom Paper and Embellishments

Oh I love this new paper pack ... The colors are so perfect for my planed spring and summer layouts and cards. 
If you haven seen the new collections yet, check them out online HERE or contact me if you like a personal copy of the Seasonal Expressions 2 book.

"Glacier" blue, "Sweet Leaf" green, "Sunset" orange and peach a perfect combination don't you think? 

The "Blossom" paper pack (X7196B) like all out paper pack contains 3 double sited design papers and you get 2 of each, plus the pack also comes with 6 sheets of matching cardstock. So a total of 12 sheets per package and this will be plenty of paper to create multiple layouts, dozens of cards and so much more.


Even so I have my layouts kinda designed in my head, I am still thinking about what extras I should use. There are so many options with the new Expression 2 book.

I really like the "Blossom Complements" (X7196C), which are 2x 12"-6" sticker sheets. They will be a great embellishment for my layouts. 

And then there are:

Brand new Washi Tapes: 

- "Boardwalk" (Z3066) green and blue tones and 
- "Carnival" (Z3067) pink/ orange and yellow tones...
Both of them would work great 

Super cute new Sequins:

- "Oceanside" (Z3041) aqua, lagoon and grey and
- "Coral Reef" (Z3042) peach, orange and white... 

Two new Thick Twine colors:

- "Glacier" (Z3039) and
- "Thistle" (Z3040)





To top all of this off, I thought the Teal Glitter Paper pack (Z1991) would be great too...

Now what I do? There are so many beautiful new products that I can use and they all work with the paper. What do you think? Which extras should I use? Let me know which combination you would like to see on layouts or cards. 

Make sure to stay tuned and see which combination I choose.... 

I am on a little vacation right now, but I will be back creating at the end of the month. "Blossom" and "Jackson" layouts, cards and well, we will see what else will be coming soon.

April ... Stamp of the Month

This month Close to My Heart is offering the stamp set "Typed Note".

This is a great versatile set with lot's of phrases and little sentiments perfect for many many occasions.  
I love the old fashion typewriter that comes with the set.

You can use any of the sayings on the paper coming out of the typewriter or on any other tag, embellishment you like. Also perfect for anyone how likes to make cards.

So how can you get this awesome stamp set home?

You can order this set for only $5 if you place an order of $50 or more form the annual Idea Book and/ or the Seasonal Expression 2 booklet. Oh and did I mention that our April Special, the daily grab bags will count towards this offer too?

So start browsing and let me know if you have any questions. Stay tuned for more to come... 

Constant Campaign in April - Deal of the Day

Do you love a great deal? Well, I think I have something for you. To be exact, 30 deals all April long and this is not an April Fools Day Joke!.

Close to My Heart offers a total of 30 deals in April, one per day. What am I talking about you ask?

Each day during the month of April and only while supply last, you are able to pick up a random grab bags filled with current and retired products. Prices range from $35, $50, $75, $115 and $150. Some of these grab bag will contain more than double the retail value of the bag price. Each bag and price is only good for one specific day and you can't be sure that this price bracket will come by again during the month.

So how can you order these bags and when?

These bags will only be available through my website and won't count towards any gatherings or parties. Simply place one regular priced item into your shopping basket and you can pick up as many grab bags as you like (while supplies last). You should visit my website often and early (and daily) to see what bags are on sale. 

Remember this: all grab bag tiers will be on a random schedule during April (April 1st- April 30st), so seize the opportunity to purchase from the grab bag tier you are interested in when it becomes available. You might not know if your price bracket will come around again or how long it will last that day!

Let's get rolling... If you have questions regarding this offer, our products or any other crafting problem, please feel free to contact me!

New ... Season Expressions Book 2

This is the new Close to My Heart Expressions 2 Book which will be available for you on April 1st.

Contact me if you like a copy of this brand new edition to our annual Idea Book. You will also find the book online on my website. 

Just click HERE... on April 1st!






Let's give you a little preview of some of the items to come:

Two awesome new paper packs named "Blossom" and "Jackson". "Jackson" will finally be something for the men in your life. You can see the samples of each pack on the picture here. The top one is "Jackson" and the bottom one is "Blossom".

I also love the new sequins packs in wonderful summer colors "Oceanside" and "Coral Reef".... Love it! And wait until you see the new rolls of Washi Tape...

Some gorgeous new stamp set will also be available, so stay tuned for more artwork to come in the next few months...



A new "Picture My Life" set from the "Jackson" design will also be available.

There are so many new products to talk about, so make sure to check out the new Expressions Book 2 on April 1st. 

Let me know what paper pack is you favorite and what artwork you would like to see here....