The right tools make all the difference

Discover how easy crafting can be when you use the perfect tool for your project. Whether you are creating 3-D flowers, applying rub-ons, or writing on chalkboard sheets, there is a tool for you!


 

Re-vamping with Overstamping

Learn how to make your stamp images jump off the page with overstamping—a layered stamping technique to add artistic flair to your projects!


 

Kissing - with Stamps

Learn how to kiss… with stamps! In one easy technique you can create a clever, unique design on your stamp image for a more customized look. Let us show you how!
 
 
 
 
 

Christmas Workshop

Merry Christmas Layout and Star Decoration



Come Join me and make this Cheery Christmas Layout and Star Decoration!


You will leave with a beautiful Star Decoration to add to your Christmas Decor and a Christmas Layout to add your photos right after Christmas!

Cost:

Layout: $10.00
Star: $12.00

You can make both or just one

Please RSVP by December 3rd, 2012 with Pre-payment
 so I can have your supplies ready!
You can mail a check (contact me for address) or call  me with credit card or I take Paypal
my Paypal address is Scrapbookmom73@msn.com

This workshop will be a fun Girls Night Out.  
We will have snacks and drinks and lots of fun!

Hope you can make it

November Stamp of the Month

November 2012Capture the Date

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Capture the Date, set of 72

Recommended Blocks:
1" × 1" (Y1000)
2" × 2" (Y1003)
2" × 3 1/2" (Y1009)

Beautiful Stamps, Amazing Discounts

Each month you can enjoy a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

Beautiful Stamps, Amazing Discounts


Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.

Incredibly Cool Crafts

In love with the artwork we created with this stamp set? Get ready to make it yourself! Purchase the materials listed here along with your deeply discounted Stamp of the Month set to get started!
Materials Needed
  1. My Acrylix® Capture the Date
  2. Dakota Paper Packet
  3. Slate Exclusive Inks® Pad
  4. Posh Journaling Spots
  5. Sparkles Clear Assortment
  6. Baker’s Twine Neutral Assortment
  7. Cricut® Artiste Collection

Required Tools
  1. Cricut® Art Philosophy Collection
  2. Colonial White Cardstock
  3. Goldrush Cardstock
  4. Lagoon Cardstock
  5. Goldrush Exclusive Inks® Pad
  6. Lagoon Exclusive Inks® Pad
  7. Foundry® Binder Clips
  8. Sanding Kit
  9. Bone Folder
  10. Clear Detail Embossing Powder
  11. VersaMark® Ink Pad
  12. Memory Book Mini Glue Dots®
  13. 3-D Foam Tape
  14. Adhesive
  15. Thread
  16. Cricut® Craft Room

12" × 12" Time Flies Page



Helpful Hints


To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern (Reflections: Front & Center—Accent Band™) found on page 74 of our how-to publication Reflections® for inspiration.
  • Cut the title letters at 3/4" and 1 1/4", found in the Cricut® Artiste booklet.
  • Cut the hearts at 1 1/4" Shift <Heart1>, found on page 26 of the Cricut® Art Philosophy booklet.
  • Emboss a design on the title letters with VersaMark® ink and heat set.
  • To create the six vertical heart rows, line three hearts up and stitch to secure.
  • Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

7" × 5" Happy Birthday Card



Helpful Hints


To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below. Then use the pattern (Wishes: Midpoint™) found on page 77 of our how-to publication Wishes™ for inspiration.
  • Create the zigzag strips in Cricut® Craft Room by altering the diamond border at 1/2" Shift+Accent 2 <Dad>, found on page 75 of the Cricut® Artiste booklet.
  • Cut the Colonial White journaling tag at 1 3/4" Accent 4 <o>, found on page 49 of the Cricut® Artiste booklet. Trim as desired.
  • Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Count with Me Box & Cards



Helpful Hints

To create the techniques featured in this artwork, follow the helpful hints outlined below.

  • Cut the box at 5 1/4" 3D Object <j>, found on page 57 of the Cricut® Artiste booklet.
  • Create the connected title in Cricut® Craft Room by linking some of the letters together so they are all joined together. Cut at 3/4" using the Cricut® Artiste cartridge.
  • Cut the hearts for the front of each pocket at 1 1/4" Shift <Heart1>, found on page 26 of the Cricut® Art Philosophy booklet.
  • Add visual interest by hand-stitching around the front of the box.
  • Embellish with stamped accents, paper accents, and accessories, adding dimension with 3-D foam tape as desired.

Advent Calendar Workshop


Advent Calendar Kit


Friday November 30th, 2012
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Come join me and make this festive holiday countdown!
Each Kit Includes:
1 - My Creations Cubby
1 - My Acrylix Advent Calendar Workshop Stamp Set
15 - Cardstock Sheets
1 - Bitty Sparkles
2 - 12"x6" Demensional Elements In Color Frame Shapes
1 - Instructional Brochure

This workshop requires the Cricut Artiste Cartridge, which I will have and have everything pre-cut for you to assemble your project and you will get to keep the Stamp set to use for other projects.


Cost: $45.00
Please RSVP and Pre-Pay for this workshop by November 19th, 2012
You can mail me a check ( contact me for my address) or call me with your credit card.

This workshop will be a fun Girls Night Out.  
We will have snacks and drinks and lots of fun!

Hope you can make it!