Video ~ New WOTG Card Kits ~ Are You Looking For Some Easy Card Kits To Put Together?

I thought I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: New WOTG Card Kits". They show you the two new WOTG kits... that are just for card makers! What a great idea! The Workshop On The Go kits usually just focus on scrapbooking and not so much for card making...so now these kits are perfect! So, now if you're a card maker...you can buy these kits, and if you're scrapbooker you can get the other kits (or buy both and do all the projects!) CTMH is just amazing! I love how they take care of everyone! You can be a scrapbooker, a card maker, and/or a paper craft person...Close To My Heart covers it all! So, take a few minutes and check out the video. Then go to my website to order the products you'll need!

Reminder: Halfway Point For August Coming Up! ~ Beautiful Borders Stamp Set ~ "Baroque Borders"

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 ("Baroque Borders" ~ S1208). This set is only available during the month of August! So, you don't want to forget...because once the month is over...so is being able to buy this stamp set full of beautiful borders!

Ps. We also have a special starting August 15th, which I told you about at the end of July...and will be posting again about on Wednesday...so don't forget to stop back here...to find out about the double stamp set deal we'll have!      

Seven Great Reasons To Love My Acrylix Stamps!

I thought today I would share 7 GREAT reasons to love My Acrylix Stamps!

1) You can take them out of their package and start using them right away...no having to get them "ready" to use!

2) They are easy to care for

3) They don't take up alot of space

4) They are light weight so you can take them to crops without alot of hassle

5) Many coordinate with the Cricut cartridges we sell (Art Philosophy and Artiste) so it makes it super easy: cut the shape with the machine, stamp the image, and add it to your project!

6) The stamps and the blocks are clear...you can stamp in exactly the right spot (easy to see where you are at)

7) And the last GREAT reason: You can create a variety of looks (make a multi-color image using a sponge, make your own patterned paper, or do base & shade stamping)

Once you start using My Acrylix Stamps you'll be head over heels in LOVE!!! So, check them out HERE and get started!

And, as a FYI ~ You can order stamps from the new catalog (Autumn/Winter 2012) or from the last catalog (Spring/Summer 2012)...those stamps carry over but aren't in the new catalog to see.     

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Education

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

~"You learn something every day if you pay attention."

~"If you think education is expensive, try ignorance."  

~"Often, when I am reading a good book, I stop and thank my teacher. That is, I used to, until she got an unlisted number."

~"Learning is a treasure that will follow it's owner everywhere." (Chinese Proverb)    

~"Much education today is monumentally ineffective. All too often we are giving young people cut flowers when we should be teaching them to grow their own plants."

I thought I would share some "Education" type quotes today. With school starting back soon...which means school layouts and cards fitting that theme being done...I thought we could use some quotes to finish the projects. 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!

Scholastic Paper Pack ~ Love The School Theme!

I thought I would share a photo to give you some ideas on what you can make with the "Scholastic" paper pack. School starts next week for my children so we are getting in the "school" mode here at my house. It's a happy-sad thing...I will miss having them here with me, but they are looking forward to seeing their friends and getting back into having a schedule. I am looking forward to getting a few photos so I can scrapbook a layout with this cute school paper!

Video ~ Framing Sweet Treats ~ Need An Adorable Idea For A Teacher's Gift? Look Here!

I thought I would share a video that Close To My Heart put on youtube called "Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: Framing Sweet Treats". They show you a cute gift idea! I think they would be adorable if you used the "Scholastic" paper pack and made these for your child's teacher when they start school. They used the "Cricut Artiste Collection" (Z1790) to make the container and the stamp sets used are called "Perfect Fit" (Frames D1527, Holidays B1412, and Halloween B1413). So, take a few minutes and check out the video. Then go my website to order the products you'll need!

Scholastic ~ Paper Pack ~ Workshop On The Go Kit = Fun Back To School Artwork!

With school starting back soon I thought I would share the paper pack "Scholastic" with you today. You can buy the Workshop On The Go (G1049). It comes with: "Scholastic" paper pack, a special stamp set (can only get this set if you buy the wotg kit), Color-Ready Noted Canvas Shapes, Durables Square Studs, & an Instructional Brochure (directions to make some scrapbook layouts).

If your not really into stamping you can buy the paper pack (X7159B) and Scholastic My Stickease Assortment (X7159C) and make your own designs up. Or, try out the new "Make It From The Heart" how-to publication (9035) to get ideas.

And, if you are into stamping...we have 2 sets that go great with this paper..."Approved" (C1521) and "Frame It Up" (D1524). We also have 2 other stamp sets that would look cute with this paper pack too..."School Is Here" (B1407) and "School Rocks" (B1396). Both of these sets are super adorable!  

So, no matter which way you want to go...you're going to want to order this paper. Not only can you make some fabulous layouts but I'm thinking some amazing teacher gifts too!

Ten GREAT Reasons To Check Out And Use Studio J (Digitial Scrapbooking) Today!

I thought today I would share a few reasons on why you'll want to check out Studio J (digital scrapbook) if you haven't already!

1) You don't have to download any programs

2) You don't have to print anything (including your photos...you make the pages and the company ships the layouts right to you)

3) You don't have to spend time pulling out or putting away supplies (you just need your computer)

4) It doesn't cost you anything to play with it...you can check it out and play with the program for free

5) There are no longer membership fees

6) The prices have been lowered

7) There is now a section called "Express Collections"...you can pick one of these collections and just drop your photos onto the layout, add journaling, and order (makes it super easy for you to get layouts done!)

8) You don't need to have space in your home to store lots of supplies

9) You can make a layout, then buy multiple copies to give to family and friends (great for grandparent gifts!)

10) And, There is a 5 layout pack you can buy for family and/or friends (includes 5 two-page layouts and free shipping) which makes for a GREAT gift (holidays will be here before we know it!).  

So, check Studio J out and get your photos into a scrapbook...it's fast and easy! Start right now...HERE!  

Quote Book ~ Quotes To Add To Your Book ~ Beach

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

~"Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone."

~"Live in the moment."  

~"If you want to know how much I love you, count the waves."

~"I have always loved the beach. The smell of the salty water, the wind in my face, the gentle roar of the waves all combine to create a sense of peace and calm."    

~"Down by the seashore, where life is a little easier!"

I thought I would share some "Beach" type quotes today. I have so many beach photos...and great memories of beach days that I thought I should get some more beach quotes ready. 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 August 2012 ~ Baroque Borders (S1208) ~ Special Deal For Becoming A Consultant ~ Look Here For Info!

I have two things to share with you today!! First...today is the big day!! You can see the brand new catalog! Also, if you want to get this FABULOUS bag for FREE (while supplies last) you just need to sign up to become a consultant (you even can just do it as a hobby...but get all the benefits of being a consultant (discounts and able to see / buy products before everyone else)...all just for $49.00!

I also wanted to share this months SOTM. Check out the Stamp of the Month for August. The set is called "Baroque Borders" (S1208). This set is great for making cards, tags, or a scrapbook layout that just needs a little something added. Aren't these designs just gorgeous! To get this stamp set...that is only available during the month of August...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 have some fun!