Art & Soul Video ~ Resolve To Have A Great Year ~ Fabulous Ideas For Family Memories! Bonus: Tips On Using My Acrylix Stamp Sets!

I thought I would share another Art & Soul video with you today. This one is an older one but has lots of great ideas and tips. The video is called "Resolve To Have A Great Year". I thought this video was worthwhile to share...because they show some fabulous calendar and journal ideas (which is great... since we are at the beginning of the year!). Also, about mid-way through the video they go over tips about the My Acrylix stamp sets....using and caring for them. At the end of the video they do talk about a special deal you can get...but since it's an older video the deal is no longer available...just thought I should mention it. So, overall, some great ways to keep fun family memories! Go grab a snack, sit back, and enjoy a few minutes of video time!!

Don't Wait To Order! Items Retiring At The End Of The Month!

I thought I would do a fast post today to remind everyone we are just about done January...which means...on February 1st...we have a new catalog! With lots of new products! It also means if you like the paper packs you'll want to get an order in before the month ends...only 4 of the paper packs will be available after January 31st! I know I love a few of the paper packs that are retiring...so I ordered them. You don't want to wake up on February 1st and realize you missed out! I hate that items have to retire...I know they do to make space for new products (which I know you are going to LOVE!) but I really miss some of them! So, don't wait...order today!

Say bye-bye--->

      

February's Special "Five For Free". If You Like A Great Deal Check This Out!

I wanted to share February's "Five For Free" special Close To My Heart is going to be offering (only during the month of February)! Go to my website starting February 1st...not only to check out the BRAND NEW catalog...but to order your Studio J 5 pack! You'll be able to get 10 (2 page) layouts, 10 page protectors and free shipping for $55.00. Or these would make a great gift (or 2 great gifts)! If you want more information about Studio J check HERE! This is a really amazing deal...I so plan to get in on it! I wanted to add...I tried Studio J out and have to say...it won't replace doing traditional scrapbooking for me but it will sure help me to stay caught up. I'll use it for the photos that I normally wouldn't be able to get to. So, check it out...you won't be disappointed!  

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Love

I thought I would do the quotes today to add to your quote book...

~"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame."    

~"Love doesn't make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile."  

~"Forget love -- I'd rather fall in chocolate!"

~"Let your love be like the misty rains, coming softly, but flooding the river."  

~"Love has no desire but to fulfill itself. To melt and be like a running brook that sings it's melody to the night. To wake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving."

I thought I would share some more "Love" type quotes today. I am just feeling like Valentine's Day should be more important right now than it usually is. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes next week...and I wanted to add...no idea who or where I got these quotes...I've been saving them to use for my scrapbook pages / cards. So enjoy the quotes!

Scrapbook Inc.'s Link To Fun Valentine's Treat Crafts ~ I See Some Fun Treats In My Future!

I saw this the morning and thought I would share it with you...since I don't have any art work to share today. This came from Scrapbookinc.com...Valentine's Treat Crafts...Look Here. The article has some really fun ideas. I figured everyone who makes Valentine treats would love some of these ideas. I am thinking of doing the pencil ones for my son's class at school. I just loved the candy robot cards...but the school wants us to only bring in healthy treats...so the pencils I think are the way to go. Check it out and tell me which treat you like best!

Love Your Layout: Sonoma Kit: Using My Stickease For Journaling ~ Great Tips For Studio J! Watch This Video!

It's been a while since I shared a Studio J video...so I thought I would share this tutorial that Close To My Heart put on youtube to show you some more helpful tips on using "Studio J". The video is "Love Your Layout: Sonoma Kit: Using My Stickease For Journaling". Also...just wanted to remind you...you still have a little time left in the month to take advantage of the "Perfect Ten" special too! So, check out the video and start working! If you have any questions about Studio J email me!

Check Out The Amazing Things You Can Make With The Cricut Art Philosophy Collection!

I thought today I would share with you a photo...to show you some of the many fabulous items you could make if you have a Cricut machine and the amazing "Cricut Art Philosophy Collection" (Z1686). I also included a photo to show you all the items that are included in the collection. Everyone I know that has bought the collection couldn't be happier. I haven't heard one bad thing yet. The cartridge comes with 700 shapes...what more could you ask for! Oh, maybe some stamps...oh, wait! The collection comes with 3 stamp sets that fit with the shapes. How cool is that?! So, go check it out and let me know what you think!

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Valentine's Day / Love

I thought I would do the quotes today to add to your quote book...

~"A life without love is like a year without summer." (Swedish Proverb)   

~"Love is just a word until someone comes along and gives it meaning."  

~"When you smiled you had my undivided attention. When you laughed you had my urge to laugh with you. When you cried you had my urge to hold you. When you said you loved me, you had my heart forever."

~"To love is to receive a glimpse of heaven."  

~"For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul." (Judy Garland)

I thought I would share some "Valentine's Day / Love" type quotes today. I thought with Valentine's Day coming up soon we could all use some quotes for our cards. I also figured they would be good for scrapbook pages of our family's photos too. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes next week...and I wanted to add...no idea who or where I got these quotes...I've been saving them to use for my scrapbook pages / cards. So enjoy the quotes!

Art & Soul Video ~ Love, Simply ~ Do You Know The "Kissing" Technique? If Not, Check Out This Video!

I thought I would share another Art & Soul video with you today. This one is an older one but has lots of great ideas. The video is called "Love, Simply". I thought this video was right on time with Valentine's Day right around the corner. At the end of the video they do talk about a special deal you can get...but since it's an older video the deal is no longer available...just thought I should mention it. But some of the items they do talk about are still available. They also share ideas using the "Kissing" technique. So, overall, some fabulous ideas! Go grab a snack, sit back, and enjoy a few minutes of fun video time!!

Roxie Paper Pack ~ Check Out The Adorable Journal Book! Too Cute!

I thought I would share a photo to give you some more ideas on what you can make with the "Roxie" paper pack. This paper will make lots of fun scrapbook pages. (I have lots of zoo photos I need to scrapbook). And, check out the adorable journal book! Isn't that just the cutest! So, go put your order in today!

Reminder: We Are Almost At The Halfway Point For January! ~ Check Out The Specials, SOTM, and Retiring Items!

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 ("Little Reminder" ~ S1201). This set is only available during the month of January! So, you don't want to forget...because once the month is over...so is being able to buy this fun stamp set! Also, we have 2 specials going on until the end of January..."A Perfect 10" and "Rock The Block". And, if that isn't reason enough to put an order in...lots of items are retiring so make sure to put your order in before Janaury is over!

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Dogs

I thought I would do the quotes today to add to your quote book...

~"What counts is not necessarily the size of the dog in the fight; it's the size of the fight in the dog." (Dwight D. Eisenhower)   

~"In dog years I'm dead."  

~"Old dogs, like old shoes are comfortable. They might be a bit out of shape and a little worn around the edges, but they fit well."

~"No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich."  

~"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."

I thought I would share some "dog" type quotes today. While I was on Facebook today I saw a cute link to name some puppies and help a local dog rescue raise money at the same time. I've included the link so you can check it out too! I thought it was such a great idea! And then it had me looking at my doggy...so here are quotes to go with photos I plan to take of my furface. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes next week...and I wanted to add...no idea who or where I got these quotes...I've been saving them to use for my scrapbook pages / cards. So enjoy the quotes!

Sneak Peek ~~ NEW Catalog Coming Your Way ~~ Available Starting 2/1/12 ~~ Check Out My Website On February 1st!!

So today I thought I would do a sneak peek...here is the cover of the NEW catalog. It will be available starting February 1st! Check out my website on the 1st to see ALL the fabulous products! And, if you would like to get your very own catalog...contact me and we can meet at the end of the month (or I can ship one to you)! Oh, and FYI...you are going to love what you see!

Tutorial ~ Handmade Valentine's Days Gifts For Lollipop Lovers ~ Get Ready For Valentine's Day!

I thought I would share the tutorial ("Handmade Valentine's Days Gifts For Lollipop Lovers") that Close To My Heart put on youtube to show you how to make some fun lollipop treats. I figured I would show this video to you now...so you'll have enough time to buy all the items you'll need, plus get all the treats made before Valentine's Day. So, check out the video (it's short but sweet!) and then go to my website and make sure to check out the "While Supplies Last" tab since there is a bunch of paper for sale there!

Roxie ~ Workshop On The Go Kit ~ Paper Packs ~ Stickers ~ How To Books!

Today I thought I would share the paper pack "Roxie" with you. You can buy the Workshop On The Go (G1025). It comes with: Level 2 paper pack, a special stamp set (can only get this set if you buy the wotg kit), a pack of Bling Assortment, Black Hemp, & a workshop guide (directions to make some scrapbook layouts).

If your not really into stamping you can buy the paper pack (X7140B) and Roxie My Stickease Assortment (lovely stickers) (X7140C) and make your own designs up (or you can use one of our great "How To" books). Either way, you'll have some fabulous scrapbook pages and/or cards.

And, if you are into stamping...we have 2 sets that go great with this paper..."Instant Memories" (C1466) and "10 Things" (C1474).

No matter which way you want to go...you're going to want to order this paper...it just fits so many different themes!

Also, look at the picture...to see what you could do on Studio J with this paper pack...if you're low on time but still want to put your photos into a great scrapbook for your family! Just so many fabulous choices!!

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Funny

I thought I would do the quotes today to add to your quote book...

~"Energizer Bunny arrested, charged with battery."   

~"A computer once beat me at chess, but it was no match for me at kick boxing."  

~"The road to success is always under construction."

~"When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep - not screaming, like the passengers in his car."  

~"Everyone has photographic memory; some just don't have the film."

I thought I would share some "Funny" type quotes today. I thought we could use another week with some funny quotes...so here they are! Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes next week...and I wanted to add...no idea who or where I got these quotes...I've been saving them to use for my scrapbook pages / cards. So enjoy the quotes!

Another Special Added: A Perfect 10 ~ So Worth Becoming A Studio J Member!

I wanted to share another special Close To My Heart is offering! The photo tells you all about it! Go to my website to sign up to become a Studio J member today! And, don't forget about the "Rock The Block!" special going on right now too! 

SOTM For January 2012~ Little Reminder (S1201) ~ This Stamp Set Is Great For Dates!

I usually do some type of video on Tuesdays but with the holidays and being off from work, my family and I went out yesterday, and I didn't post the Stamp of the Month for January. So I decided to do that today. The set is called "Little Reminder" (S1201). This set is great for adding dates to your cards or scrapbook pages. To get this stamp set...that is only available during the month of January...just spend $50.00 and you can get it for $5.00! Check out my website and find a few goodies to go with the SOTM and get to work!