The Singing Scrapper is Scrappin' In Harmony

I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas!  I have enjoyed spending time with my family and catching up. I also have finally finished creating the cards for my January Card Club, Thursday, January 28 from 6:30-9:30pm. I used the La Vie En Rose paper packet and some new products that won't be available until January 1st.  First, here's a sneak peek at the January Stamp of the Month, Beloved Bouquet.  Here's a peek at some of the new products that aren't available until January 1st, like the Black & Gold Ribbon and the new Treasured Puffies. This card features a fun technique with heat embossing.  (Come to the class and find out how.) Here's another sneak peek of our new Springtime Wishes Thin Cuts.  I have to say I wasn't as excited about them until I used them.  They are thin metal dies that work in your die cutting machines (Cuttlebug, Big Shot, etc.) .  Each package of Thin Cuts coordinates with just 1 stamp set. For

Scrapbook Club in January will feature 2 collections.  That’s right – you have choices.  You can choose to use just 1 collection and make 4-12x12 pages or you can create 8-12x12 pages using 2 different paper collections. Here’s how it works!  I use the same pattern for pages 1&2 of each collection.  This way you can cut 2 pieces of paper at the exact same time.  Score!!!  Double the finished projects with only 1/2 of the work. I decided not to use the Workshop on the Go kit stamp set for this page as it has a very big focus on “baby”.  I wanted to showcase that the Georgie paper collection does not have to be used for only baby pages.  So I chose the #makesmehappy Hostess Stamp Set to add my title and some accents. This stamp set is a perfect addition to your basic scrapbooking stamps. In addition to the embellishments that come in the Workshop on the Go kit I also added the Whisper Twine (that comes in the Urban Workshops on the Go Kit ) and used the M

Are you an alcohol marker enthusiast?  Have you discovered Close To My Heart's Shin Han Touch Twin markers.  For me, they make coloring fun!! Here's a video with some special tips and tricks for using alcohol markers - like how to color hair, how to blend, how to combine colors, and even how to create Close To My Heart's exclusive color palette.   Thanks for stopping by. Jaime

Have you heard of Picture My Life?  How about Project Life?  Well, Picture My Life (PML) is Close To My Heart's version of Project Life.  It is such a simple and quick way to document your memories. Check out this video for more details about Picture My Life and see all of the Picture My Life collections that we offer. Thanks for stopping by. Jaime

Do you love a Cricut machine?  How about Close To My Heart's Cricut cartridges ?  Our first cartridge was Art Philosophy , then came Artiste , followed by Artbooking , and last year we released Artfully Sent .   Did you know that our newest cartridge was released in September, Artistry ?   It's AWESOME!!!  I've only cut a few projects with it, but I am in love.  It might just be my favorite cartridge yet.   Check out this video and get the inside scoop on our Cricut Artistry collection bundle.   Thanks for stopping by. Jaime

  December must be the month for specials.  Here’s what’s going on at CTMH.   1. New Everyday Life Planner is available to order today.  Attention all planner addicts!  During December, you can get your hands on the new, gorgeous Everyday Life album from Close To My Heart, the accompanying 2016 planner pages, and the coordinating Perfect Plan roller stamp in an exclusive product bundle for only $29.95.  That's over 15% off the retail price!   With the new Everyday Life system, you'll experience "memory keeping on the go" as you track your menus and shopping lists, stamp reminders, keep appointments, and tuck away precious memories - plus much more - all at once!  This offer is only available while supplies last, so plan to place your order early in the month and start 2016 off right. *Offer valid December 1-31, 2015 while supplies last.  Shipping/handling rates are based on the full retail price of any discounted items ($35.85).   2. December Stamp of the