Leap Day Gives You One More Day To Get The February Special ~ Five For Free! ~ Studio J

Lucky for you today is Leap Day! That gives you one more day of the AMAZING February Special "Five For Free"! Check out the post HERE that I posted at the end of January. It will give you all the details. You are not going to want to miss this deal! Studio J is pretty awesome...go check it out and then buy your five pack and get double the fun...for free.   

Video ~ Spring Is In The Air ~ Check Out These Super Cute Ideas!

I thought I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Spring Is In The Air". They showed some really adorable ideas using the "Adhesive Springs" (Z1725). (You get 6 springs in the package for just $2.95.) In the video they show you how you can use these springs to make items jump off your card or scrapbook page...but I just loved the box idea. It is super cute! So, check out the video for some really fun ideas!

Stella ~ Paper Pack ~ Workshop On The Go Kit ~ How-To Books

Today I thought I would share the paper pack "Stella" with you. You can buy the Workshop On The Go (G1032). It comes with: "Stella" paper pack, a special stamp set (can only get this set if you buy the wotg kit), Bohemian Assortment, Dimensional Elements Hearts, & a workshop guide (directions to make some scrapbook layouts).

If your not really into stamping you can buy the paper pack (X7147B) and Stella Complements Canvas sheets (X7147C) 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..."Fashionista" (D1504) and "Just For You" (B1398). No matter which way you want to go...you're going to want to order this paper.

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! That is what I love about Close To My Heart...they give us so many fabulous choices!!

"Embrace The Philosophy Of Fun" ~ During The Month Of March ~ You Can Get A Free Cricut Art Philosophy Collection! Find Out How!

I just found out what March's special is going to be and thought I'd share it with you! If you are thinking of signing up to become a Close To My Heart consultant...March is the month to do it! You can check out the flyer HERE for more information. Ask me about all the fabulous reasons you would like to become a consultant!

~There are lots of reasons (just ask me!) but the very first one will be: You Get The Cricut Art Philosophy Collection for FREE! So, you can sign up HERE...but wait until March 1st!!! Any questions contact me today!

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Cats

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

~"Dogs come when they're called; Cats take a message and get back to you later." 

~"Like a graceful vase, a cat, even when motionless, seems to flow."   

~"No matter how much cats fight, there always seems to be plenty of kittens."

~"Cats' hearing apparatus is built to allow the human voice to easily go in one ear and out the other."   

~"Everything I know I learned from my cat: When you're hungry, eat. When you're tired, nap in a sunbeam. When you go to the vet's, pee on your owner."  

I thought I would share some "Cat" type quotes today. I thought since last week I did a dog poem and showed you my cute doggy...this week I'd do cat quotes and show you a picture of my kitty. My husband found him...outside of a gas station one cold, wet night...just skin and bones. That night was 14 years ago this June. We were very lucky that night. It was one of the best things that even happened to us! 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!

Check Out A "Hooligans" Layout! Not Just For Halloween!

I thought today I would share the level 1 two page layout I made over the weekend at a crop I went to. I used "Hooligans" paper pack and My Stickease. These items have been retired, but...it's your lucky day...because...right now these items are on my website under the "While Supplies Last" tab! If you like this paper and stickers you are going to want to go and buy them right now...before they are sold out! And, they are super cheap...until they sell out. The paper was really for Halloween but I used it for pictures of my daughter and nephew at a local car show. I put small pieces of white paper on their faces...if you are wondering what is going on with the pages but you can see enough to get the idea. I love how the pages came out!   

Video ~ Dino-Mite Scrapbook Pages ~ I Can Just See So Many Fun Scrapbook Pages and Cards!

I thought I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Dino-Mite Scrapbook Pages". They used a really cute stamp set called "Roar!" (D1505). In the video they show you how you can use this set (or any set really) and just change the color of the ink to give a project a whole different feel. I know this set is on my gotta-have-it list! So, check out the video for some really fun ideas!

Corner Bookmark ~ Bee Happy!

I thought today I would share with you the cute corner bookmark I made for my son's teacher. The classroom theme is "busy bees". I am also planning on making the whole class some bookmarks with the bee theme. I used the Fanfare paper pack that just retired...and 2 stamp sets: one is a past Petite Perks set and the other is called "Bee Happy" (B1374). I punched out the scallop circle (Z1392) and I colored in the bee and flower with different color markers. It came out cute and was super easy to put together.

Valentine's Day Card ~ Easy and Fast!

I thought today I would share the card I made for my hubby for Valentine's Day. I used the "Sweetheart" paper and stickers. They just retired but I had a few scraps left and thought I should use them up...plus it fits for Valentine's Day. I did use 2 stamp sets: Card Chatter-Love (D1464) and January's SOTM "Mad About You" and some of the stickers from Sweetheart My Stickease. I love getting the My Stickease that match whatever paper I am buying...because you get so many stickers that you can make a bunch of scrapbook pages and have some left to do a few cards too...plus then everything matches and looks cute. I think it came out cute. 

Quote Book ~ A Poem To Add To Your Book ~ Every Dog

I thought I would do something a little different...I usually do the quotes today to add to your quote book...but I decided today to do a poem instead.

Every Dog

A dog is made
of a head and tail
and paws and ears and itches
and when he sleeps
upon your bed
he snuggles close and twitches
he dreams dog dreams
of cats and bones
and gently runs in place
and when he wakes
he yawns and wags
and washes off your face

I thought I would share this poem today since I am going to help my daughter and her Girl Scout troop make a few 6x6 albums for a local rescue...so they can use them to share their "Happy Tails" stories with people looking to adopt. I wanted to add a cute poem and found this one. Anyway, don't forget to stop back again for more quotes next week. Hope you enjoyed the poem!

Ps. This is a photo of my dog (Finnigan) that we got from a rescue.

Reminder: We Are In The Middle Of February ~ Don't Miss "Thoughtful Tidings" Stamp Set and Studio J's "Five For Free" Deal!

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 ("Thoughtful Tidings" ~ S1202). This set is only available during the month of February! 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 an amazing special going on until the end of February..."Five For Free"! (Buy one 5 Pack, and get one 5 pack free!) If you like to do digial scrapbooking or you want to check it out...this is a really fabulous deal! So, make sure to put your order in before February is over!

Video ~ Front And Center~ Look At These Lovely Ideas!

I thought I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Front And Center". They used a fun stamp set called "Crafted With Love" (B1399). In the video they show you how you can use this set for either the back of a card / gift to let the person who gets the card / gift know who made it...or how you can use it on the front to show them they are loved. So, check out the video for some cute ideas!

Valentine's Day Little Candy Bags ~ Cute And Simple!

I thought I would share these cute little candy bags I made with the Cricut. My son wanted little cards for his classmates to give out at the Valentine's Day party on Tuesday. So, we made the red hearts that I attached to the front of the bags. We used a stamp set that is retired for the saying. He signed the back with from: and put his name. He loved watching the hearts get cut with the Cricut...and I loved how fast the project was to put together. I then made two bags for each of my children so they can give them to their teachers. I kept them simple since we didn't have a ton of time to get them together but wanted a gift to let the teachers know we care. (In the photo I covered the bottom of the bag where they put their name...so those pieces of paper won't be there when they give the gifts.) Cute and simple! And, the candy is the colorful little heart candies with sayings on them...if you're wondering.     

Lucy Paper Pack ~ Check Out The Fabulous Flowers! Adorable!

I thought I would share a photo to give you some more ideas on what you can make with the "Lucy" paper pack. This paper will make lots of fun Spring / Easter / Girly items. Check out the adorable banner...and the flowers were even made with this paper! Aren't they too cute! So, go put your order in today!

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Sunny Songs

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

~"Grab your coat, and get your hat, leave your worry on the doorstep, just direct your feet to the sunny side of the street." (Dorothy Fields)   

~"Who cares about the clouds when we're together? Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather." (Dale Eveans Rogers)  

~"Always look on the bright side."

~"I've seen fire and I've seen rain, I've seen sunny days I thought would never end, I've seen lonely times when I could not find a friend, but I always thought I'd see you again." (James Taylor)  

~"Was a sunny day, not a cloud was in the sky, not a negative word was heard, from the people passing by." (Paul Simon) 

I thought I would share some "Sunny Song" type quotes today. It is just beautiful outside and I thought we all could use some happy thoughts! 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!

Lucy ~ Workshop On The Go Kit ~ Paper Packs ~ Rub-Ons ~ How To Books ~ Studio J ~ So Many Choices!

Today I thought I would share the paper pack "Lucy" with you. You can buy the Workshop On The Go (G1034). 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 bitty sparkles, colonial white cardstock, complements glittery rub-ons & a workshop guide (directions to make some scrapbook layouts).

If your not really into stamping you can buy the paper pack (X7149B) and Lucy complements glittery rub-ons (X7149C) 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..."Keepsake Alphabet" (E1024) and "Princess Wings" (C1502). You're going to want to order this paper if you have Easter photos or Spring photos...because this paper pack will make them shine!

Also, I don't want to forget...if you like Studio J...our online design software...you could check out the "Lucy" paper there too!  

Video ~ Nifty Neighbor Gifts ~ Look At These Cute Gift Ideas!

I thought I would share a video ("Nifty Neighbor Gifts") that Close To My Heart put on youtube to give you some fun ideas on treats that you could make. I thought they were really cute and easy to make. I love having a few ideas for when I need a little something to give as a gift. These ideas are great...if you plan to go somewhere and want a little something to say "Thanks for having me over!" So, check out the video (it's short but sweet!) and then go to my website and buy the items...so you'll have them on hand the next time you need a little gift!

Retiring Items! Check Out The List Before They Are Gone!

I received an email from Close To My Heart a few days ago letting us know:

The Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book is the last idea book the following products will be featured:
• How-To Books
• Distressing Kit (full kit only)
• Exclusive Inks® Markers
• Cardstock Shade Packs
• 8 1/2" x 11" Cardstock Packs

So, if you are thinking of buying any of these items you'll want to get an order in soon! Once these items are sold out they will no longer be available!

Petite Perks ~ Sweet Thanks ~ Read Post To Find Out How You Can Get One Free!

If you put in an order for $50.00 or more (on my website or by contacting me) I will give you a FREE GIFT...the stamp set "Sweet Thanks". It's a great little set if you plan to make Valentine's Day cards or Thank You cards...or anything with a spring theme. But, it's only while supplies last...so if you want one, go buy some products and let me know. Check it out today and put your order in...and if you have any questions contact me! 

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Cookies

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

~"A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand."    

~"Cookies are the answer. Who cares what the question is!"  

~"Broken cookies don't have calories."

~"If you give a mouse a cookies...you have just wasted a perfectly good cookie on a stupid mouse."  

~"Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about 3 o'clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap."

I thought I would share some "cookie" type quotes today. Since my daughter started selling Girl Scout cookies on Sunday...I know I'll have some cookie selling photos. This way I am ready with some cute quotes. :) 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!

New Catalog Is HERE!!! Also Check Out ~ SOTM For February 2012~ Thoughtful Tidings (S1202) ~ This Stamp Set Has Such Cute Sayings!

Today is the BIG DAY!!! You can now see the NEW CATALOG on my website (it is on the bottom right corner of the page). Also, we have a new special that I already talked about ("Five For Free") ...and we also have February's Stamp Of The Month. This set is called "Thoughtful Tidings" (S1202). The set is great for adding cute sayings to your cards or scrapbook pages. To get this stamp set...that is only available during the month of February...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!

SAY HELLO----->