Blink, and It'll Be Here Tomorrow!!

Christmas, that is! Can you believe it? We are in the last part of 2010! Where has the year gone?! Halloween is next month; then it's Thanksgiving; and then finally, it's Christmas. (In case you didn't see my FB post, there's only 98 days until Christmas. Just so you know. :) You're welcome!)

Today, I created this card. I've been in the creating mood, but haven't had much time to act on it. I saw this design on Papertrey Inc and fell in love with it. It is a bit of layering (I think I might simplify the next one), but I really like how it turned out.
Items Used:

Stamps:
A1110 A Timber
C1433 In the Month of December
D1415 Evergreen

Inks:
Z2120 Garden Green
Z2116 Cranberry
Z2135 New England Ivy

Embellishments:
Z1155 Clear Craft Buttons

Paper:
1272 Cranberry Cardstock
1385 White Daisy Cardstock
X5811 Mistletoe Creative Basics

Non CTMH Items used are: Cuttlebug swirl embossing folder, Spellbinders Label Die, white felt.
*The New England Waxy Flax is no longer available. :(

Courtney's Creation!

One of my newest young customers definitely has an AWESOME creative inner self. I met Courtney on August 15th and the way her eyes lit up when she was making cards here at my house was wonderful. She and her mom, grandmother and friend were all here making cards, and I do believe they all had a great time. I know I enjoyed teaching them different techniques.

Courtney had a homework assignment this past week...to decorate her notebook. Her dad said it took her a few hours to work on it. In my opinion, she created a masterpiece. Her masterpiece served as a distraction that she so needed. Take a look at what she created and share your comments. I know Courtney would love to read them as much as I would.

I look forward to teaching Courtney and her family more exciting techniques. The creations & possibilities are ENDLESS!!

Billie, Lana & Courtney -- Tons of hugs coming your way!

Sticky Boy! | CTMH My Acrylix Clear Stamps -- Clearly the Beginning!

Sticky Boy is where it all began for Close to my Heart's MyAcrylix stamp sets. Watch the short video below and then post a comment telling me what your favorite thing about the video AND about Close to my Heart MyAcrylix stamps by end of day Monday, September 6 and you'll be entered in drawing for special gift!

Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

...all about Close to my Heart's 2010 Autumn/Winter Idea Book, that is! FINALLY...it will be available to you starting TOMORROW, September 1st! I am SOOO excited! I can't wait for you to see the new papers and embellishments and the NEW colors we're introducing! You can also view the products on my website here starting tomorrow, too.

I will be having a "Catalog Kick-Off" party at my house on Saturday, September 11th. There'll be door prizes, food, fun and "Mystery Hostess" depending on total sales that day!

Contact me for more details!

August is Something Splendid!!!

I absolutely love sunflowers; and when I saw this month's Stamp of the Month, I knew it was going to be a beauty! Check out this quick and simple card I made using the stamp of the month, Something Splendid and our Cherry-O Level 2 Paper. I really like how using the Honey ink gave this card a little pop. I even created another one using base/shade stamping using Tulip ink as the Base (outline). I'll try to get a pic uploaded of that one, too.

If you'd like to purchase this month's Stamp of the Month and/or the other supplies used, call or e-mail me and I'll get you set up or you can shop online 24/7 on My Website.

Thanks for stopping by! Now, post a comment about what you think of when you see sunflowers and cherries and I'll hold a drawing. The winner will receive this card from me! Comments need to be submitted by 12:00 noon on Friday, August 20th. Good Luck!

New Blog Name!

Yay! I'm so glad you found me! I wanted a new blog name and LOVE that I was able to create one with some "bling."

Be sure to bookmark my new page! Have a great weekend!

Appreciation Sale -- Ends on Wednesday!!!

Hey Scrappin' Friends! There's still lots of GREAT items at AWESOME prices on my website! This FABULOUS sale ends on Wednesday, August 11th! If you've been thinking about getting one of the items still available, don't wait too long or it may be too late!

Click on over to My Website to take advantage of Close to my Heart's Appreciation sale!

Thanks in advance!