Need A Cute Holiday Gift Idea?

I thought I'd share a cute idea using the Designed Décor Colonial White Frame (Z1865), Mini Clothes Pins (Z1815), the Sarita paper pack (X7171B) and Sarita Textiles (Z1885) to make the bow that is in the picture. The Close To My Heart art department made a cute "bucket list" but you could do just about any list (menu planning, birth date reminders, cute sayings your child(ren) say...the list is long but this gives you a few ideas)! It would make a nice holiday gift if you're looking for ideas too.

Video ~ Artbooking Made Easy: Festive Mini Albums ~ Looking For An Easy Holiday Gift To Make? Here You Go!

I thought today I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Artbooking Made Easy: Festive Mini Albums ". I thought I would share this video because they show you how easy using Artbooking is to make adorable mini albums (they make great holiday gifts too). So, take a few minutes and check out the video!

Sarita ~ Workshop On The Go ~ Scrapbooking Kit ~ Cards

I thought I would share the paper pack "Sarita" with you today. You can buy the Workshop On The Go (G1066). It comes with: "Sarita" paper pack, a special D-Size stamp set (can only get this set if you buy the wotg kit), Sarita Assortment, Natural Hemp, and an Instructional Brochure (directions to make some scrapbook layouts). 

If your not really into stamping you can buy the paper pack (X7171B) and Sarita My Stickease Assortment (X7171C) and make your own designs up. Or, try out one of the How-To Publications: "Make It From The Heart, vol. 1" (9035), "Make It From The Heart, vol. 2" (9042), "Reflections" (9037), "Cherish" (9038), "Imagine" (9039), "Magic" (9040), "Wishes" (9041) or "Originals" (9036) to get ideas. 

And, if you are into stamping...we have 2 sets that go great with this paper..."In The Moment" (C1565) and "One-Way Borders" (C1561). 

No matter which way you want to go...you're going to want to order this paper. So, check it out and get to work!

Holiday Card Workshop ~ Don't Need To Be Local!

I thought today I'd share the cards I made. They are the sample cards for a workshop I am planning next month. If you are in San Diego and want to sign up for the workshop...we are going to make 6 cards. The cost of the workshop is $15.00. Contact me for the dates I have open.

 

If you are not local and want to make them I can ship them to you pre-cut / pre-stamped for $20.00. Or, if you think you would like to make more than 6 cards (or like to stamp them yourself) I can give you a list of the products I used...you can order them from my website and I'll send you an email with the cutting sizes for the cards (no charge with order from my site). I think the cards came out adorable!

  

Quote Book ~ A Poem To Add To Your Book ~ Halloween

Today I'm sharing a poem for our "Quote Books".


Halloween
It's Halloween! It's Halloween!
The moon is full and bright
And we shall see what can't be seen
On any other night.
Skeletons and ghosts and ghouls,
Grinning goblins fighting duels,
Werewolves rising from their tombs,
Witches on their magic brooms.
In masks and gown we haunt the street
And knock on doors for trick or treat.
Tonight we are the king and queen,
For oh tonight it's Halloween!

Wishing you an evening full of moonlight and magic!

 

 

I thought I would share this poem today since we are close to Halloween and I'll have lots of pictures I'll need to scrapbook. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes or poems next week. Hope you enjoy this poem!  (Ps. I found this poem at scrapbook.com)

Video ~ Artbooking Made Easy (S01E05): Halloween Mini Albums ~ Super Adorable!

I thought today I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Artbooking Made Easy (S01E05): Halloween Mini Albums". I thought I would share this video because they show you how easy it is to make some adorable mini Halloween albums! So, take a few minutes and check out the video! You won't be disappointed!

Cute Candy Gift Ideas ~ For Halloween and Winter Time Fun! Great For Stocking Stuffers!

I thought today I'd share a few more items I made for the craft event I was at on Saturday. I made these cute candy gifts. Some were for Halloween (I used a retired stamp set)...they were covered gum packs and some were tubes (Z1823) filled with jelly beans. I made a few using the stamp set (Polar Bear Holiday, C1557) for the winter holidays too. They came out adorable I thought.

 

I Am In LOVE ~ Season's Tweetings Gift Bag Kit!!

I thought today I'd share a few more items I made for the craft event I'll be at on October 19th. I made these cute gift bags with tags (and filled the bags with peppermint candy). These are from an adorable kit (Season's Tweetings Gift Bag Kit, Z1913) that you can buy from the mini catalog. You receive 6 bags, 9 tags, and an super, duper cute stamp set! All of that for just $14.95! 

This stamp set can also be used to make holiday cards too...they would be easy to put together. If you would like to do a workshop let me know and we can get it on the schedule!

The first picture shows the kit before I got started with it. The 2nd picture shows you a few bags and the tags (I had to go to the store to get more candy to finish filling the rest of the bags). Adorable is the word that keeps coming to my mind...what do you think?

Ps. Reminder: If you're in the San Diego area and want to stop in to say hi and see these items in person...please stop over! I'll be at Santee Christian Church, 8410 Fanita Dr. ~ 9am - 3pm.

Quote Book ~ A Poem To Add To Your Book ~ A Zoo

Today I'm sharing a poem for our "Quote Books".


 A Zoo

The polar bears
so white and strong...
The spot neck giraffe
with a stance so long...
Monkey that swing
by their tails in trees...
The big grey elephant
with the wrinkled knees...
Let's take pictures
of one or two,
Oh, please,
let's go to the Zoo.  

 

I thought I would share this poem today since I was at the Zoo yesterday with my family. We even got to see a Polar Bear up close. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes or poems next week. Hope you enjoy this poem!  (Ps. I found this poem at scrapbook.com)

Mid Month Reminder ~ October's SOTM "Scandinavian Wishes" (S1310A) ~ Great Holiday Stamp Set!

I just wanted to remind everyone that we are at the middle of the month...incase you want to buy the Stamp Of The Month ("Scandinavian Wishes" ~ S1310A). This set is only available during the month of October! So, you don't want to forget...because once the month is over...so is being able to buy this great holiday stamp set! Also, October 15th (yesterday!) was the starting date to buy from the Holiday Mini Catalog! Don't forget to check it out!

Video ~ Project Inspirations: Mixed Papers ~ Watch This Video To See How Easy It To Mix And Match Papers!

I thought today I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Project Inspirations: Mixed Papers". I thought I would share this video because they show you how easy it is to mix and match the paper packs. So, take a few minutes and check out the video!

Special Mini Catalog! Holidays From The Heart ~ You Are Going To LOVE All The Special Products For The Holidays!

Close To My Heart is having a special (with a special mini catalog!) starting October 15th (until December 31st). It's called "Holidays From The Heart". Look HERE to see the flyer. This is your chance to get a fabulous deal...and products that are not in the current catalog! Some of the items are only while supplies last so don't wait if you see something you want (and I KNOW you will!!) buy it as soon as the 15th! HERE is the catalog so you can check it out and put your order together!

 

And, the deal...along with getting extra fun, special products...you can earn a FREE STAR item with a $100 order (from this catalog and the current catalog) (I got the cute Santa Stamp C1567). I already bought some of the items (one of the perks for being a consultant, you get items before everyone else) and started making projects to show off (so make sure to stop back next week to see them!) You are going to LOVE the Sparkle & Shine Paper Pack (X7176B), the Washi Tape (Z1907) that matches, the stamp sets, the Season's Tweetings Gift Bag Kit (Z1913), and the Hip Pics Album Kit (Z1915) too! Get your order together and go to my website on the 15th to order!

Quote Book ~ A Poem To Add To Your Book ~ Autumn Delight

Today I'm sharing a poem for our "Quote Books".


 Autumn Delight

Crunchy leaves; a coolness in the air;
Rich deep colors and branches so bare.
Clear starry skies; a harvest moon bright;
Pumpkins, haystacks and scarecrow’s delight!

 

 

I thought I would share this poem today because I thought it would look good on a tag or inside a card. Plus I have a cute scarecrow stamp from last year that would look adorable with this poem. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes or poems next week. Hope you enjoy this poem!  (Ps. I found this poem at scrapbook.com)

Cookie Sheet Magnet Boards ~ Made For A Craft Event

I thought today I'd share a few more items I made for the craft event I'll be at on October 19th. (If you're in the San Diego area and want to stop in to say hi and see these items in person...please stop over! I'll be at Santee Christian Church, 8410 Fanita Dr. ~ 9am - 3pm) I made these cute magnet boards...they come with a note pad and a few magnets. I also made a few more magnets for those who already have magnet boards and just want some magnets. What do you think? 

 

 

Video ~ Project Inspirations: Mini Album ~ Great Personal Gift To Make For Friends And Family!

I thought today I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Project Inspirations: Mini Album". I thought I would share this video because they show you a great gift idea....and you can use up some of your scraps to make it too. These would be fun to make and it's a lovely personal gift to give others. So, take a few minutes and check out the video!

Looking For Ideas To Make Note Pad Covers, Mini Journal Books, Or Sticky Note Covers? Check These Out!

I thought today I'd share a few items I made for the craft event I'll be at on October 19th. I put them in bags and didn't take them out when I took photos (didn't want to handle them too much). These are 5x8 note pads, mini journal books, and sticky note books. I tried to use retired items to use up some of my stash. I think they came out cute.

 

Quote Book ~ A Poem To Add To Your Book ~ October Gave A Party

Today I'm sharing a poem for our "Quote Books".


 October Gave A Party

October gave a party;
The leaves by hundreds came -
The Chestnuts, Oaks, and Maples,
And leaves of every name.
The Sunshine spread a carpet,
And everything was grand,
Miss Weather led the dancing,
Professor Wind the band.

 

I thought I would share this poem today because I thought we could use a fun, silly poem. I think it would look great with some fall photos on a layout. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes or poems next week. Hope you enjoy this poem!  (Ps. I found this poem at scrapbook.com)

SOTM For October 2013 ~ Scandinavian Wishes ~ S1310A ~ Great To Make Holiday Cards, Tags, Or Gifts!

I thought today I'd share this month's SOTM. Check out the Stamp of the Month for October. The set is called "Scandinavian Wishes" (S1310A). It comes with a bunch of cute holiday stamps...great for cards, tags or holiday gifts. Check out the photo for some fabulous ideas. To get this stamp set...that is only available during the month of October...just spend $50.00 and you can get it for $5.00! Check out my website and find a few goodies!

Video ~ Project Inspirations: Pocket Album ~ Want A Fast, Easy Gift Idea For A Holiday Gift?

I thought today I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Project Inspirations: Pocket Album". I thought I would share this video because they show you a fast and easy gift idea. These would be easy to make and it's a lovely personal gift to give others. So, take a few minutes and check out the video!