Monday, January 28, 2013

Sympathy Card

I was visiting my Aunt's house yesterday. She's a relatively new papercrafter (she made her first CTMH purchase in June 2012) and I was helping her get started making items from the Whooo's Your Valentine kit. I showed her how to make a rosette and we were able to complete one project (unfortunately I forget to take a photo).

When we were done she asked me to help her make a sympathy card. I was not expecting to work on another project so I did not have many supplies with me. We pulled out the items she acquired in the past 6 or so months and this is what we came up with:


We were fortunate enough to find the following supplies in her stash (and the sandking kit the Medium Organizer (Z4139) I keep my basic supplies in):
  • White Daisy Die-Cut Cards & Envelopes (Z1473)
  • August 2012 SOTM Baroque Borders (no longer available)
  • cardstock (X5757) and matching ink pad (Z2190), Gypsy
  • My Acrylix® 4 My Friend stamp set (D1510)
  • My Acrylix® Simple Memories stamp set (D1472
  • Sanding kit (Z1294)
We layered the cardstock on the front of the card base before stamping so it would be easier to see where and how the stamp would fit. We sanded the bottom edge of the card to give it some character and to coordinate with the distressed look of the stamp. We stamped the corner stamp from Baroque Borders at a "V" angle and then added the little flourish on either side near the bottom of the card front. The white space looked a little barren so we added the border stamp from Simple Memories.

On the card inside, we used another stamp from Baroque Borders and the "Sorry for your loss" stamp from 4 My Friend.


I hope you enjoy the simple Sympathy card we created. If we inspired you and you do not have your own CTMH Independent Consultant, I would be honored if you make a purchase from me. You can order online anytime. Thanks for stopping by.

Saturday, January 12, 2013

My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book that Coordinate with Cricut® Cartridges

The CTMH Cricut® cartridge Art Philosophy was introduced in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book. The Art Philosophy cartridge is still available, but unfortunately many of the other items that were in the Close to My Heart Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book are not. Exceptions are My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are still listed on my OBA site (some that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® cartridges and some that do not).

It was recently announced that My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are designed to coordinate with either of the CTMH Cricut® cartridges, Art Philosophy or Artiste, will continue to be available even if they are not featured in the current Idea Book (exceptions to this are Stamp of the Month sets and promotional sets, for example, Whooo's Your Valentine; those stamp sets will no longer be available for purchase). You will find images of in stock My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® Cartridges on my OBA site.

So you have an easy reference to My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are designed to coordinate with either of the CTMH Cricut® cartridges, here is a list of the coordinating stamp sets that were in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book:

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
17*C1464Blue RibbonArt Philosophy
18*D1481Vintage TypeArt Philosophy
29*D1482Love LifeArt Philosophy
30*B1391ZoologyArt Philosophy
35*C1463Harvest HappinessArt Philosophy
36*C1465UnscriptedArt Philosophy
41*C1467Sweet MomentsArt Philosophy
42*B1392Key MomentsArt Philosophy
47*D1490Backdrop-CharmedArt Philosophy
48*C1462All Hallows EveArt Philosophy
53*D1494Christmas CheerArt Philosophy
54*B1390CountdownArt Philosophy
59*D1480SnowflakesArt Philosophy
76*B1381Holiday CheerArt Philosophy
76*A1115A HolidayArt Philosophy
79*D1493Fill in the Blank-HolidayArt Philosophy
86*D1491Hooray BouquetArt Philosophy
88D1480SnowflakesArt Philosophy
102*C1469December 25th Art Philosophy


Workshop on the Go Kits® with Coordinating Stamps; since I became a CTMH Independent Consultant after this Idea Book was current, I do not have these WOTG kits so I do know know if any of the WOTG stamp sets from the Autumn/Winter 2011 coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® cartridge Art Philosophy.


Stamp of the Month sets with coordinating designs on Cricut® cartridges; these are no longer available for purchase; they were featured in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book

PageItem #Item #◊Item NameCoordinates with
140*S1109S1109ASeptember: Limited EditionArt Philosophy
142*S1111S1111ANovember:Cherish the DayArt Philosophy
143*S1112S1112ADecember: Mad about YouArt Philosophy
144*S1201S1201AJanuary: Little ReminderArt Philosophy


Dimensional Elements ("white chipboard shapes and alphabets that can be stamped, painted, papered, chalked, and more!") in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book that have coordinating images on the Cricut® cartridges (it is possible these are no longer available - please check my OBA site).

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
130*Z1682Notable AlphabetArt Philosophy
130*Z1685BannersArt Philosophy
130*Z1683Mixed ShapesArt Philosophy
130*Z1681NumbersArt Philosophy
130*Z1680StarsArt Philosophy
130*Z1684TagsArt Philosophy

*New in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book
◊Item # when you spend $50 or more; get the SOTM for $5

Of course you can use any of the generic cuts, e.g., frames, squares and circles, found on either cartridge for your projects. For example you could cut a frame and stamp a sentiment on it. There are no rules or limits to your creativity.

If you find an error in any of the information above, please send me an email so I may correct it.

Click the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.

Friday, January 11, 2013

My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book that Coordinate with Cricut® Cartridges

Unfortunately most items that were in the Close to My Heart Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book are no longer available. Exceptions are the CTMH Cricut® cartridge Art Philosophy and My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are still listed on my OBA site (some that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® cartridges and some that do not).

As of the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book only the CTMH Cricut® Art Philosophy cartridge was available for purchase.

It was recently announced that My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are designed to coordinate with either of the CTMH Cricut® cartridges, Art Philosophy or Artiste, will continue to be available even if they are not featured in the Idea Book (exceptions to this are Stamp of the Month sets and promotional sets, for example, Whooo's Your Valentine; those stamp sets will no longer be available for purchase). You will find images of in stock My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® Cartridges on my OBA site.

So you have an easy reference to My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are designed to coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® Art Philosophy cartridge, here is a list of the coordinating stamp sets that were in the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book. I published this list in September in a slightly different format; see Products that Complement the CTMH Exclusive Cricut® cartridges.

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
18*B1398Just for YouArt Philosophy
24*C1484Love ClustersArt Philosophy
30*C1502Princess WingsArt Philosophy
35*C1497Pure AdventureArt Philosophy
53*D1506Family LoveArt Philosophy
54*C1496Enjoy!Art Philosophy
60*C1483Born to RideArt Philosophy
65C1441ffectionArt Philosophy
67*A1121A BlossomArt Philosophy
69D1491Hooray BouquetArt Philosophy
79D1458American CelebrationArt Philosophy
79♦D1459Canadian CelebrationArt Philosophy
85B1391ZoologyArt Philosophy
87*C1501New ArrivalArt Philosophy
88*D1515Play DayArt Philosophy
91*D1502Look Who'sArt Philosophy
92C1464Blue RibbonArt Philosophy
95B1392Key MomentsArt Philosophy
98*C1503The Best ThingsArt Philosophy
100D1482Love LifeArt Philosophy
101*B1400Beautiful FriendshipArt Philosophy
108*B1399Crafted with LoveArt Philosophy
118D1481Vintage TypeArt Philosophy


Workshop on the Go Kits® with Coordinating Stamps; since I became a CTMH Independent Consultant while this Idea Book was current, I do not have most of the WOTG kits so I do know know if any of the WOTG stamp sets from the Spring/Summer 2012 coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® cartridge Art Philosophy.


Stamp of the Month sets with coordinating designs on Cricut® cartridges; unfortunately these are no longer available for purchase as they are only stocked during the month they are featured in the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book

PageItem #Item #◊Item NameCoordinates with
139*S1202S1202AFebruary: Thoughtful TidingsArt Philosophy
140*S1203S1203AMarch:PotentialArt Philosophy
143*S1206S1206AJune: Life Is TweetArt Philosophy


Dimensional Elements ("white chipboard shapes and alphabets that can be stamped, painted, papered, chalked, and more!") in the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book that have coordinating images on the Cricut® cartridges (it is possible these are no longer available - please check my OBA site).

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
130*Z1735HeartsArt Philosophy
130Z1685BannersArt Philosophy
130Z1683Mixed ShapesArt Philosophy
130Z1682Notable AlphabetArt Philosophy
130Z1680StarsArt Philosophy
130Z1684TagsArt Philosophy

*New in the Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book
◊Item # when you spend $50 or more; get the SOTM for $5
♦Not shown in Idea Book; see OBA site for image.

Of course you can use any of the generic cuts, e.g., frames, squares and circles, found on either cartridge for your projects. For example you could cut a frame and stamp a sentiment on it. There are no rules or limits to your creativity.

If you find an error in any of the information above, please send me an email so I may correct it.

Click the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.

Thursday, January 10, 2013

My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book that Coordinate with Cricut® Cartridges

On Tuesday I posted My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book that Coordinate with Cricut® Cartridges. Customers will be able to start ordering from the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book on Friday, February 1, 2013.

Since you only have until Thursday, January 31, 2013 to order from the CTMH Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book (and unfortunately if an item is not listed on my OBA site it is no longer available), I thought it would be helpful to have a list of items that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® Cartridges, Art Philosophy or Artiste. I published this list in September in a slightly different format; see Products that Complement the CTMH Exclusive Cricut® cartridges.

For your reference, the CTMH Cricut® Artiste cartridge was introduced in the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book and the CTMH Cricut® Art Philosophy cartridge was introduced in the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book.

Also, it was recently announced that My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that are designed to coordinate with either of the CTMH Cricut® Cartridges, Art Philosophy or Artiste, will continue to be available even if they are not featured in the Idea Book (exceptions to this are Stamp of the Month sets and promotional sets, for example, Whooo's Your Valentine; those stamp sets will no longer be available for purchase). You will find images of in stock My Acrylix® Stamp Sets that coordinate with the CTMH Cricut® Cartridges on my OBA site - just search on the item name or number.

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
19*B1409PirouetteArtiste
20*D1526Family TreeArt Philosophy
27*D1525Casual ExpressionsArtiste
28*B1408Buttons, Bits, and BobsArtiste
45*C1521ApprovedArtiste
46*D1524Frame It UpArt Philosophy
57*C1509Magic PotionsArtiste
71C1462All Hallows EveArt Philosophy
71*B1413Perfect Fit-HalloweenArt Philosophy
72D1490Backdrop-CharmedArt Philosophy
74*D1545Perfect Fit-HolidaysArt Philosophy
75*D1520Ornamental CheerArt Philosophy
76*D1518Christmas DelightsArt Philosophy
77D1494Christmas CheerArt Philosophy
78C1469December 25thArt Philosophy
78B1390CountdownArt Philosophy
85C1463Harvest HappinessArt Philosophy
88D1480SnowflakesArt Philosophy
90B1400Beautiful FriendshipArt Philosophy
91*D1527Perfect Fit-FramesArt Philosophy
93C1467Sweet MomentsArt Philosophy
96*B1404Cup of CheerArt Philosophy
96*A1131LoveArtiste
105*C1523Outta This WorldArtiste
116variousMonogramseither


Workshop on the Go Kits® with Coordinating Stamps; purchase those listed below on or before Thursday, January 31, 2013 (while supplies last) as these WOTG kits are not available in the next (Spring/Summer 2013) Idea Book

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
21*G1045WOTG Avonlea Scrapbooking KitArtiste
35*G1047WOTG Dakota Scrapbooking KitArt Philosophy
41*G1048WOTG La Belle Via Scrapbooking KitArtiste
53*G1050WOTG Flirty Scrapbooking KitArt Philosophy
67*G1044WOTG Advent Calendar KitArtiste


Stamp of the Month sets with coordinating designs on Cricut® cartridges; unfortunately these are no longer available for purchase as they were only available during the month they are featured in the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book

PageItem #Item #◊Item NameCoordinates with
140*S1209S1209ASeptember: Fall FavoritesArt Philosophy
141*S1210S1210AOctober: Very Merry ChristmasArtiste
142*S1211S1211ANovember: Capture the DateArtiste


Dimensional Elements ("white chipboard shapes and alphabets that can be stamped, painted, papered, chalked, and more!") in the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book that have coordinating images on the Cricut® cartridges

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
131*Z1791Album PagesArtiste
131*Z1792AwardsArtiste
131*Z1793QuotesArtiste
131*Z1761♦OrnamentsArt Philosophy
131Z1685BannersArt Philosophy
131Z1735HeartsArt Philosophy
131Z1683Mixed ShapesArt Philosophy
131Z1682Notable AlphabetArt Philosophy
131Z1680StarsArt Philosophy
131Z1684TagsArt Philosophy

*New in the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book
◊Item # when you spend $50 or more; get the SOTM for $5
♦Item is while supplies last; it has been discontinued.

While I would love it if you purchased all of the coordinating My Acrylix® Stamp Sets from me it is not a must to have them to get a lot of use from your CTMH Cricut® cartridges. For example you could cut a frame and stamp a sentiment in the middle of it. There are no rules or limits to your creativity.

If you find an error in any of the information above, please send me an email so I may correct it.

If you find this information helpful, please consider supporting this blog and my efforts by clicking the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

CTMH Whooo's Your Valentine promotion

To celebrate National Papercrafting Month CTMH put together an adorable Whooo's Your Valentine kit.


The kit includes:
• 12—Die-Cut Boxes (3 each of 4 colors: Blush, Hollyhock, Ruby, White Daisy)
• 3—12" x 12" Cardstock Sheets (Blush, Hollyhock, White Daisy)
• 1—Sheet Glitter Paper—new product for Spring/Summer 2013!
• 12—Treat Tubes with Lids—new product for Spring/Summer 2013!
• 1—My Acrylix® Whooo’s Your Valentine Stamp Set (D-size)

This kit previews some items that will be available in the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book (customers will be able to order from the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book starting Friday, February 1, 2013). The new items are Glitter Paper (your kit may contain silver, black or gray paper) and Treat Tubes with Lids. The Glitter Paper is Cricut® compatible - just place the paper glitter side down on the cutting mat and cut as you normally would. The kit also includes an exclusive My Acrylix® Whooo’s Your Valentine D-size Stamp Set (with approximately 20 stamps total) which has four stamps that coordinate with the Cricut® Artiste cartridge. Do not worry if you do not have a Cricut®; the images will be easy to cut with a good pair of scissors too.

Place an order of $35 or more in full retail products and you can receive the Whooo’s Your Valentine kit for only $10 (plus tax and shipping). The kit is a $40 retail value. This kit is only available until January 31, 2013 or while supplies last so please do not delay - I would hate for you to be disappointed.

Finally, the exclusive My Acrylix® Whooo’s Your Valentine D-size Stamp Set is not just for Valentine's. See several ideas, ranging from Father's Day to Christmas, pinned on my CTMH Whooo's Your Valentine pinboard. I continue to add pins as I find blog posts.

Click the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book that Coordinate with Cricut® Cartridges

Customers will be able to order from the Close to My Heart Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book on Friday, February 1, 2013. To help you with your planning, I thought you would like to have a list of My Acrylix® Stamp Sets in the CTMH Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book that coordinate with CTMH Cricut® Cartridges, Art Philosophy and Artiste.

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
19*D1546Frame FlairArt Philosophy
41*C1538Girls RockArt Philosophy
48*B1415In GearArtiste
60*C1530Sail AwayArtiste
65*B1422Easter WishesArt Philosophy
66*C1543Perfect Fit-MomArtiste
67*C1542Perfect Fit-DadArtiste
74*C1532Camping Delightseither
76B1398Just for YouArt Philosophy
76*C1540Hello BloomsArtiste
77*D1545Wheel of Lifeeither
79B1409PirouetteArtiste
81*D1538Perfect Fit-Frames 2Artiste
82C1503The Best ThingsArt Philosophy
85C1497Pure AdventureArt Philosophy
86*C1534Sightseereither
92D1506Family LoveArt Philosophy
95*B1417Perfect Fit-Birthdayeither
97*C1541New BabyArtiste
97C1501New ArrivalArt Philosophy
98B1399Crafted with LoveArt Philosophy
98A1121A BlossomArt Philosophy
99*D1542For a FriendsArt Philosophy
100C1496Enjoy!Art Philosophy
114variousMonogramseither


Workshop on the Go Kits® with Coordinating Stamps; purchase these before July 31, 2013 (while supplies last) as these WOTG kits will not be available in the next (Autumn/Winter 2013) Idea Book

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
21*G1053WOTG Chantilly Scrapbooking Kiteither
36*G1055WOTG For Always Scrapbooking KitArtiste
37*G1060WOTG For Always Cardmaking KitArtiste
49*G1057WOTG Later Sk8r Scrapbooking Kiteither


Stamp of the Month sets with coordinating stamps; purchase these during the month listed as they are only available the month they are featured in the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book

PageItem #Item #◊Item NameCoordinates with
141*S1304S1304AApril: My SunshineArtiste
142*S1305S1305AMay: PinwheelArtiste
143*S1306S1306AJune: A Flowering BunchArtiste

*New in the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book
◊Item # when you spend $50 or more; get the SOTM for $5

Of course you can use any of the generic cuts, e.g., frames, squares and circles, found on either cartridge for your projects. For example you could cut a frame and stamp a sentiment on it. There are no rules or limits to your creativity.


Dimensional Elements ("white chipboard shapes and alphabets that can be stamped, painted, papered, chalked, and more!") in the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book that have coordinating images on the Cricut® cartridges

PageItem #Item NameCoordinates with
124Z1791Album PagesArtiste
124Z1792AwardsArtiste
124Z1685BannersArt Philosophy
124Z1735HeartsArt Philosophy
124Z1683Mixed ShapesArt Philosophy
124Z1682Notable AlphabetArt Philosophy
124Z1793QuotesArtiste
124Z1680StarsArt Philosophy
124Z1684TagsArt Philosophy

If you find an error in any of the information above, please send me an email so I may correct it.

If you find this information helpful, please consider supporting this blog and my endeavors by clicking the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.

Tuesday, January 1, 2013

CTMH January 2013 Stamp of the Month: Happy Valentine's

The Close To My Heart January 2013 Stamp of the Month is Happy Valentine's.


This is an elegant stamp set available just in time to make valentines and other gifts for the special people in your life. If you would like a list of the products used to create the above samples, go to the Stamp of the Month page; download the Recipes booklet (in PDF format) for a list of the products used to create the samples in the Autumn/Winter 2012 Idea Book.

For card making, if you like to make your own card bases, you may want to purchase some 12" x 12" cardstock. CTMH has 40 exclusive colors to select from or you can choose Colonial White (1338) or White Daisy (1385). All cardstock packages include 24 sheets. CTMH has 10 packs of envelopes in a variety of sizes and colors so you do not have to make your own.

If you would rather purchase pre-made card bases that have an envelope included, you have several options:
Happy Valentine's is an exclusive D-size stamp set of 7 stamps that you can only purchase during the month of January 2013. The stamp set can by yours for $5 when you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart Products (or you can purchase it for $17.95).

Recommended CTMH My Acrylix® Blocks: 2" × 2" (Y1003), 2" x 3 1/2" (Y1009), 2" x 6 1/2" (Y1010) and 4" x 5" (Y1012).

Click the Shop with me link below to place an order or contact me if you have questions about any CTMH product or promotion or to schedule a Home or Online Gathering.