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Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month with Blue Skies!

We are celebrating National Scrapbooking Month with the beautiful Blue Skies collection, featuring a double-size paper packet with lots of fantastic coordinating products, such as stickers, stamp sets, Thin Cuts, and more! 

Blue Skies Collection

The sensational Blue Skies collection may just be our best National Scrapbooking Month offering ever! Start with the incredible Blue Skies Paper collection, which features 12 double-sided paper sheets—twice the number of designs in our other paper collections. Accent your papercrafts with coordinating stickers and cardstocks—both featuring eye-popping UV-coated designs—as well as two coordinating stamp sets and a dimensional Pinwheel Thin Cuts die!  

Blue Skies Product Bundles

If you want it all, be sure to add one of the Blue Skies paper bundles  to your cart and save 20% – 30% over the retail price! Be sure to review the contents of each bundle to choose the one that is right for you. Learn more>>

Blue Skies bundles

In addition to these stand alone and bundled products, you can choose one of the project workshops — or you may just want to make all three! 

Blue Skies Cut Above Layout Kit

This workshop gives you the materials for creating two beautiful two-page layouts using pre-printed base pages with die-cut pieces and stickers made just for these layouts. Learn more>>

Blue Skies Cut Above Layout

Blue Skies Cardmaking Workshop Kit

Use the materials in this workshop to make 18 standard size cards, each with its own unique design. Photos of each card, a downloadable guide and list of additional supplies needed is on my website.Learn more>>

Blue Skies Cardmaking Workshop Kit

Blue Skies 6″ x 8″ Scrapbooking Workshop Kit

Use the materials in this workshop to make a beautiful mini album. Completed album includes an opening page, 11 2-page layouts and a closing page. Kit includes papers, embellishments and memory protectors.  Photos of each page, a downloadable guide and list of additional supplies needed is on my website.  Learn more>>

Blue Skies Mini Album Workshop

Blue Skies Scrapbooking Workshop Kit

Use the materials in this kit to create four coordinating 12″ x 12″ two-page layouts. Workshop includes a pack of Blue Skies Paper Pack and Sticker sheet, Blue Skies coordinating cardstock (with UV patterns) and 20 additional sheets of cardstock. You will have lots of paper left over to make a few additional layouts with these bright cheerful colors. Photos of each layout, a downloadable guide and list of additional supplies needed is on my website. Learn more>>

Blue Skies Scrapbooking Wokshop Kit

I’m very excited about this beautiful collection and will be sharing some of my personal projects thoughout May. If you’d like to see all the options summarized on one page, visit the National Scrapbooking Month page on my website. There are so many options that it can be hard to choose. Let me know if you need help figuring out what project or projects are the right ones for you.

Keep Creating,

Rebecca

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Craft along with me to celebrate National Scrapbooking Day this year!

If you are getting stir crazy sheltering in place and are ready to have some fun, join me on the Close To My Heart Facebook page on May 2 to celebrate National Scrapbooking Day!

National Scrapbooking Day

This unprecedented virtual event will be filled with creativity and fun! Everyone is welcome to join in and watch the FREE event on our Close To My Heart Facebook Page! We will be demonstrating some fabulous creative projects during the event. 

Close To My Heart will also be giving away creative prizes! There is no purchase necessary, just go to the National Scrapbooking Day Facebook event and click “Going” to be entered into the drawings.

You can create along with us by using the products and bundles below!

Blue Skies Cut Above Layout Kit

This kit for two 2-page layouts is from our “cut above” line which means that it features printed base pages, die cuts and stickers and will go together super fast! Learn more>>

Story Starter Workshop  – with guest instructor Stacy Julian!

 In addition to an adorable 4″ mini album, this workshop includes step-by-stop directions to tell the story of an important person, place or thing that you love. . Learn more>>

For this event, Stacy will be using the “Let’s Stay Home” stamp set to document this unique time as we shelter in place and keep healthy social distancing. 

Cardmaking Bundle 1 – Through Thick & Thin

 You’ve probably heard that laughter is the best medicine. If that’s true, this adorable set of “punny” cards may be just what the doctor ordered. The kit includes materials to make 20 fun cards you can use to send some cheer.  Learn more>>

Cardmaking Bundle 2

 The second card bundle also has materials to make 20 cards. This set include heartfelt messages of appreciation and best wishes. The double stamp set also includes icons representing the many people who are helping us during this difficult time.  Learn more>>

Scrapbooking Bundle 

What would National Scrapbooking Day be without layouts? This next bundle includes materials to make SIX 2-page layouts! This kit includes BOTH of the brand new paper collections coming out in May — Aurora and Stitched Together. It also includes the coordinating Picture My Life cards for both of these paper collectoins.  Learn more>>

“Home” Wreath Bundle

Show your home some love with this lovely home decor piece. This kit includes the wooden frame, paper background and 3D flowers and leaves.  Learn more>>

Mega Bundle 

Can’t decide which project to make? The National Scrapbooking Day Projects Bundle includes the Story Starter Kit, both Cardmaking bundles, the Scrapbooking bundle plus the Home Wreath. (This is everything except the Blue Skies Cut Above layouts.) When you buy the bundle you’ll save 25% off retail price! Learn more>>

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Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month with The World Is Yours Suite of Products! (free project downloads)

May is National Scrapbook Month and we have an exclusive suite of products called The World Is Yours to help you celebrate!

I’ve only begun to create with the exclusive collection and I’m already in love. The travel and outdoor theme is perfect for a lot of the pictures I need to get into my albums and the bike and other images are great for happy, fun cards. I can’t wait to create more pages and cards with this fun set. Scroll down to learn all about it. Follow the links for more information or to place your order.

The World Is Yours suite includes a paper pack, coordinating cardstock, exclusive stamp set plus a Cut Above (super quick) layout kit.  Save over 20% on the bundle that includes all of these products! Learn more>>

Looking for more project ideas? Three very creative consultants have designed projects for you to make! Download and order just what you need to complete them or order these convenient bundles.

1) Scrapbooking Workshop: Create three coordinating scrapbooking layouts and one single page. 

DOWNLOAD GUIDE

2) Everyday Life Album Workshop: Create 16 pages plus decorate the cover of one of our Everyday Life (8″ x 6″) albums.

DOWNLOAD GUIDE

3) Cardmaking Workshop: Create 20 fun cards!

DOWNLOAD GUIDE

You can also get The World is Yours Cut Above layout kit FREE when you become a Consultant or host a qualifying party in May!

Learn more about hosting a party

Learn more about becoming a Consultant

Happy Creating!

Rebecca

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Join me for a Postcard Perfect Day!

On June 3, I’m hosting a one-time workshop featuring the new Postcard Perfect collection that is exclusively available in May 2018. This summer beach themed paper was created to celebrate the 2018 National Scrapbooking Month. Individual pieces and discounted bundles can be purchased on my Close To My Heart website. 

When you register for the workshop, you can select one or more pre-made Postcard Perfect scrapbooking kits (see below). Save $10 when you order all 3 kits and make 22 pages total! 

Register now>>

If you’d rather use the Postcard Perfect products to make a different project or create your own scrapbook pages, you can still attend. Simply order your Postcard Perfect paper and other supplies on my website, then choose the “ORDERED ONLINE” option when you register for the workshop. 

KIT OPTIONS:

A) Cut Above Layouts – Makes THREE 2-page layouts. These pages go together very quickly due to cut papers, die cuts and stickers.



B) Intermediate Layouts – Makes FIVE 2-page layouts. These lovely layouts were designed by my fellow consultant, Kelly Baxter-Fitzgerald, who gave me permission to offer them to you! Kit includes cut paper and images cut using CTMH Cricut cartridges (provided). die cuts full sheets of paper and cutting instructions. Completing the layouts requires minimal stamping and fussy cutting. 



C) Advanced Layouts – Makes THREE 2-page layouts. Kit includes full sheets of paper with cutting directions. Completing the layouts requires stamping and fussy cutting. 



D) All of the above — Mall all ELEVEN 2- page layouts and save $10!


E) Order Postcard Perfect products from my Close To My Heart website and bring them to work on at the workshop. 

Register now>>

If you’d like more than two kits (but not all 3), simply register twice, once for each kit you’d like. 

CAN’T COME ON JUNE 3?

That’s ok! You can still get these beautiful layouts. Here’s two ways;

1) Email me to order the kits and create them on your own! Shoot me an email and I’ll send you a supply list and a total including postage.

2) Schedule a workshop for you and 5 friends and get your workshop free! Email me for details. 

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Take 2: Another Live Beautifully Workshop is Scheduled!

Because several couldn’t make it to the National Scrapbooking month workshop in early May, another one will be offered on June 3! At this workshop, you have the opportunity to make a set of cards or scrapbook pages (or both) using the lovely Live Beautifully papers. Both options include full color directions, plus I’ll be there to help you complete your projects.


CARDMAKING OPTION

When you sign up to make the card-making option, you wil make 20 cards appropriate for many occasions including Birthday, Thank You, Encouragement and Friendship. Since the sentiments will be hand-stamped by you, they can be customized to suit your needs.

Your kit includes paper, card bases, envelopes and all embellishments needed to complete the cards. Stamp sets, ink pads and other tools needed will be avaialble for your use.

SCRAPBOOKING OPTIONS

Whether you are a scrapbooker or would like to make one special book, you will love the Live Beautifully scrapbooking kits. The best deal is to sign up to make a Complete Album because you will take home a beautiful scrapbook ready for your special photos. Or if you print or gather your pictures before the workshop, you will have a completed album!

This MEGA kit includes all of the following:

– Album (post or ring bound)

– 10 memory protectors (holds 20 pages)

– “Cut Above” layout kit to make 5 layouts (10 pages)

–“Enhanced” layout kitto make 5 layouts (10 pages)

– Journaling pen

– Tape runner

You can click on the links above to see the Cut Above layouts and most of the Enhanced layouts. These kits are availble separately, however, the MEGA Complete Album kit is just $20 more and you get over $50 in additional product! That’s a savings of over 60%!

Here’s the final layout in the Enhanced layout kit:

EVENT ONLY DEALS:

DEAL #1:  The stamping on this layout is from the May Stamp of the Month, Live, Love Laugh shown below. This stamp set is just $5 for all attendees whether they sign up for the card-making OR one of the scrapbooking options. (Be sure tolet me knowyou’d like this add-on when you sign up.)

DEAL #2: Everyone who signs up for both the Card-making and the Complete Album workshop will get the Exclusive Live Beautifully stamp set for free! This stamp set is a $17.95 value and includes the lovely flowers and sentiments below.

If you can’t make it to the June 3 event, all of these workshop options are available as workshops to go! Email mefor details.

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National Scrapbooking Month: Exclusive Paper pack, stamp set and Layout Kit

National Scrapbooking month has officially begun! To celebrate, we are offering an exclusive new line of products called “Live Beautifully”. This collection includes a paper pack, stamp set plus Cut Above Scrapbooking kit. I invite you to celebrate your beautiful life with this lovely new collection from Close To My Heart!

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There are three exclusive Live Beautifully products available only in May.

Live Beautifully Paper Pack

The Live Beautifully paper pack includes 16 lovely pages that include foral, geometric, watercolor and script prints. 12 of these pages are double sided and two have gold foil accents. Whether you are a scrapbooker or card-maker, you are going to love these papers!

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Live Beautifully Stamp Set

The coordinating Live Beautifully stamp set includes flowers and leaves along with empowering messages. These sentiments are scales to work on both scrapbook pages and cards.

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Live Beautifully Cut Above Scrapbooking Kit

Our cut above kits are a great way to get your pages done quickly without sacrificing beauty. This kit includes materials to create 5 decorative layouts (10 pages). You can see pictures of the completed layouts in my April 23 earlier blog post. 

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Bundled Savings

Save 20% off the Cut Above kit when you buy it as part of an album bundle that includes an album, tape runner and journaling pen. This bundle is availble with your choice of album: black post bound or gray D-ring album.

If you are anxious to get your hands on these products, I have a few spots left in my National Scrapbooking Month workshop tomorrow (May 6). You can sign up on myEvents page. 

How to get it FREE!

You can also receive the Live Beautifully Cut Above layout kit FREE when you join my team, the Treasure Keepers or by hosting a qualifying party this month.

Learn more about the Treasure Keepers>>

Online Application>>

Email me to schedule a Gathering>>

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Seasonal Expressions 2 is now LIVE!

I got my first look at this new catelog in April and our launch event. I fell in love with the new papers — it’s been so hard to wait until now to show it to you!

This new Idea Book contains 4 new paper collection plus embellishments, stamp sets, thin cuts, Cut Above scrapbook layouts and a fun watercolor pages for your planners! Whether you spend your summer outdoors, on the beach or dreaming of the 80’s we have something for you!

I’ll post more over the next few days, but for now, you can see it all on my Close To My Heart website. 

View Seasonal Expressions 2 Idea Book>>

Shop new products online>>

We are also celebrating National Scrapbooking Month in May by releasing a complete new line of products called Live Beautifully. This set includes a lovely floral paper pack, stamp set and a 10 page Cut Above layout kit.

Check out the Live Beautiful line of products>>

In addition, the May Stamp of the Month is one of my favorites! This set features the words “Live”, “Love” and “Laugh” in large letters scaled for scrapbook or home decor projects. The floral designs have lots of fun detail for coloring. Remember this stamp set is $17.95 but can be yours for just $5 with a $50 order. 

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National Scrapbooking Month Enhanced Pages

Earlier today, I shared photos of the five layouts in the Live Beautifully Cut Above workshop (Option 2) that you can create at the National Scrapbooking Month celebration I’m hosting on May 6. You can also choose to create the four “enhanced” layouts shown below (Option 3).



NOTE: Because I need to order supplies, the deadline to sign up for these workshops is tomorrow!

The first three layouts were designed and generously shared by fellow consultant, Karen Pedersen. I created the final layout using the remaining pieces of the kit.

Under this option, you will receive a complete pack of Live Beautifully paper (16 sheets) and the You and Me Complements pack. To complete the workshop, you’ll follow detailed directions to cut your papers, stamp and assemble the pages.

The best deal of the day is to sign up to make a Complete Album (Option 1). Under this option, you will receive both the Cut Above and Enhanced Layout Kits. In addition, you will receive another kit for two additional pages (title & closing), a pack of 10 Memory Protectors, a journaling pen, tape runner plus an album to put it all in. Bring your pictures and you’ll leave with a completed album!

You can sign up for the National Scrapbooking Day layout workshop on my Events Website. Cboose the option that is best for you. You can also sign up for a Live Beautifully card-making workshop that will be held that morning. When you sign up for both the Card-making and Complete Album workhops, you will receive the Live Beautifully stamp set for free!

NOTE: Because I need to order supplies, the deadline to sign up for these workshops is tomorrow!

Can’t make it on May 6? Email me about these options:

  • Schedule your own Live Beautifully workshop! I’ll bring the workshop to you and your friends and you have the opportunity to
  • Order your kit to be assembled at your leisure.
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National Scrapbooking Month Cut Above Layouts

Recently, I announced the National Scrapbooking Month celebration I’m hosting on May 6. On this day, you’ll have the opportunity to create cards and/or layouts using the beautiful new Live Beautifully collection by Close To My Heart. These products are not available to purchase until May 1, but by signing up for this workshop, you’ll be among the first to work with them!

NOTE: Because I need to order supplies, the deadline to sign up for these workshops is tomorrow!

Today, I wanted to share more about the Live Beautifully Cut Above layouts (Option 2) that you can create at the event. Similar to our other “Cut Above” kits, this five layout (10 page) workshop is a new, easy way to make coordinating layouts to preserve your memories. The kit includes printed base pages, die-cut paper pieces, stickers and gold foil accents.

Here’s a closer look at the five layouts you will make at the workshop:

Can you say “Gorgeous”?

If you have never scrapbooked before, the Live Beautifully Cut Above layout kit is the perfect way to get started! However, if you are an experienced scrapbooker, these beautiful layouts will fit perfectly with your other hand-made layouts. Although they take just a few minutes to assemble, they don’t look like it.

At the May 6 National Scrapbooking Day Celebration, you have the option to sign up to make an additional four layouts with theEnhanced Layout Kit (Option 3). This kit includes the paper and embellishments complete the pages. Although this is a more “advance” workshop, the included directions will walk you step-by-step from cutting the paper, stamping through adding finishing touches. Watch this blog for pictures of these additional pages.

The best deal of the day is to sign up to make a Complete Album (Option 1). Under this option, you will receive both the Cut Above and Enhanced Layout Kits. In addition, you will receive another kit for two additional pages (title & closing), a pack of 10 Memory Protectors, a journaling pen, tape runner plus an album to put it all in. Bring your pictures and you’ll leave with a completed album!

You can sign up for the National Scrapbooking Day layout workshop on my Events Website. Cboose the option that is best for you. You can also sign up for a Live Beautifully card-making workshop that will be held that morning. When you sign up for both the Card-making and Complete Album workhops, you will receive the Live Beautifully stamp set for free!

NOTE: Because I need to order supplies, the deadline to sign up for these workshops is tomorrow!

Can’t make it on May 6? Email me about these options:

  • Schedule your own Live Beautifully workshop! I’ll bring the workshop to you and your friends and you have the opportunity to
  • Order your kit to be assembled at your leisure.
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Celebrate Your Beautiful Life during National Scrapbooking Month

May is National Scrapbooking Month and to celebrate, Close To My Heart has created a new collection of paper-crafting products titled “Live Beautifully”. This line features rich floral patterns and gold foil designs. The collection includes a paper pack, exclusive size D (large) stamp set and a Cut Above scrapbooking kit.

Although these lovely items are not available to order until May 1, you can sign up for my National Scrapbooking Month Celebration TODAY! You are invited to a day full of crafty fun at my house on May 6.

CARD WORKSHOP (9 am – noon)

Start the day by making 20 lovely cards using the Live Beautifully papers, stamp set and coordinating embellishments. This set of cards covers birthdays, thank you, friendship and general occasions. The kit includes card bases, envelopes, papers and embellishments. Tools, stamps and ink pads needed to create the cards will also be available for workshop attendees to share. Just bring your basic paper-crafting tools (paper trimmer, bone folder, scissors) and adhesives.

Learn more and register for this fun workshop>>

SCRAPBOOK WORKSHOP (1 – 6 pm)

At the afternoon workshop, you have the opportunity to create a complete 20 Live Beautifully page album!

The Complete Album workshop includes three layout kits:

– Cut Above Kit: 5 quick and easy layout (10 pages)

– Enhanced Kit: 4 more involved layout (8 pages)

– Title and closing page kit

In addition, this complete album kit includes album, 10 memory protectors, journaling pen and a tape runner! Bring your pictures and you will leave with a beautiful keepsake of your beautiful life!

While the Complete Album workshop is the best value, you can also choose to make just the Cut Above and/or Enhanced layouts. Regardless of which option you choose, the tools, stamps and ink pads needed to create the cards will also be available for workshop attendees to share. Just bring your basic paper-crafting tools (paper trimmer, scissors) and adhesives.

Learn more and register for this fun workshop>>

BONUS STAMP SET

Receive the exclusive Live Beautifully size D (large) stamp set FREE when you sign up for both the Card Workshop and the Complete Album Workshop!

Note that because I need to order supplies, the deadline to sign up for the Live Beautifully workshops is Monday, April 24. 


Can’t attend on May 6? 

Host a Live Beautifully card-making or Scrapbooking workshop and get your kit for FREE! 

You can also order a kit to be assembled at your leisure. Please email me for details.