Thursday, March 31, 2022

10 Years with Close To My Heart

Yesterday was my 10 year anniversary with Close To My Heart. I am surprised how quickly the ten years passed.

To mark my 10 year milestone and the end of Cardstock Carnival in a few short hours, I am sharing this first birthday card card made from cardstock (with a dash of Silver Foil Paper) and stamping.

First Birthday Shaker Card
First Birthday Shaker Card

I was inspired to create a shaker card using the dropouts from cards I created for the Bring Back My Pack—Chantilly Blog Hop. The dropouts are from the Dots Slimline Thin Cut (Z3993). I used Green Apple, Lagoon and Lemonade cardstock and inks when creating this card.

Have a great last day of March 2022 and thank you for dropping by today.

Friday, March 18, 2022

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop

Welcome to the Close to My Heart New Product Blog Hop featuring papercrafts created with products in the new CTMH Idea Book March–April 2022 catalog. Today's hop is brought to you from the same group who bring you the Stamp Of The Month Blog Hop.

There are almost 15 CTMH Makers sharing their creations on this hop. If you just happened upon my post, clicking the link to the next blog (often found near the bottom of the page) will take you full circle.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop
March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop

You should have arrived here from ***Brandi R - crzy4scrapbooking***. If you get lost along the way, Melinda Everitt keeps a list of all blog hop participants on her blog at If You Bling It.

For today's hop I created with the first item in the March–April 2022 catalog that screamed "you need me". I created four variations of the card. My first card was inspired by a card in the March–April 2022 catalog.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop card 1
card created using In Full Bloom—Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

I'm not sure if you can tell from the photo, but the darker, true color side of the cardstock is on the outer edges of this card and the ligher side of the cardstock is in the center.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop card 1 - first layer
first layer - card created using In Full Bloom—Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

I cut Lagoon cardstock at 4¼" × 5½" first, then measured the opening on the die cut layer. I "padded" measurement a bit to ensure that only the lighter side of the cardstock would show through the opening, then cut out the middle using the SureCut™ Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer. The largest circle from the Circles Thin Cuts (Z3943) is large enough to do this, but you have to be very careful about lining up the die on the cardstock so only the lighter side of Lagoon shows through the cut out. For this reason, I prefer to use the paper trimmer.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop card 2
card created using In Full Bloom—Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

On the card above, I thought it would be pretty to use two colors of cardstock that coordinate with the colored flowers. I used Sundance cardstock to cover the edges and Lemonade cardstock in the middle.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop card 3
card created using In Full Bloom—Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

I thought this image would be gorgeous with Gold embossing so I inked with VersaMark™ ink and covered using Princess Gold Embossing Powder. I used the true (darker) side of Ballerina, but the Gold Embossed black cardstock would be beautiful with many cardstock colors.

March–April 2022 New Product Blog Hop card 4
card created using In Full Bloom—Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

I was on a roll and needed a card to send to a family friend who recently entered rehab after falling and breaking their hip. On this card I used the lighter side of Balleria cardstock.

Before you head to ***becca-expressions***, the supplies I used to create my project are listed below.

All supplies are from Close To My Heart except where noted:

If you do not have a CTMH Maker, you may purchase the supplies I used at my eCommerce website.

I hope you are enjoying the projects created with the new products from CTMH. If you have a few moments, please let me know what you think of my creations. Thank you for hopping with us!

So you do not have to scroll back up, the next stop on the hop is ***becca-expressions***.

Friday, March 11, 2022

Cardstock Carnival

 During the month of March 2022, Close To My Heart is offering Cardstock Carnival.

Cardstock Carnival
Cardstock Carnival

This popular promotion is back with a twist – a bundle of UV-coated cardstock.

Cardstock Carnival has several options: a Coated Cardstock Bundle,

Cardstock Carnival Coated Cardstock (CC32217)
Cardstock Carnival Coated Cardstock (CC32217)

Cardstock Carnival Coated Cardstock (CC32217) - 24 UV-coated cardstock sheets, 2 each of Grape, Bluebird, Mint, Lagoon, Green Apple, Clover, Lemonade, Sundance, Nectarine, Candy Apple, Flamingo, and Raspberry; white-core, two-toned; 12" × 12"; Light-toned back side not UV-coated

Super Bundle,

Cardstock Carnival Super Bundle (CC32218)
Cardstock Carnival Super Bundle (CC32218)

Cardstock Carnival Super Bundle (CC32218) - 301 cardstock sheets, 7 of each current exclusive Close To My Heart cardstock color; white-core, two-toned; 12" × 12"; White Daisy not included 

and color wheel bundles or packages of individual colors:

Please check the promotions page or download the flyer (PDF format) for all of the details. If you would rather not download a file, here are screenshots of the flyer (click on either for a larger view):

Cardstock Carnival flyer - front
Cardstock Carnival flyer - front
Cardstock Carnival flyer - back
Cardstock Carnival flyer - back

Cardstock Carnival is available until March 31, 2022 while supplies last. Shipping assessed on retail value of all items.

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

CTMH You're the G.O.A.T. SOTM Blog Hop - March 2022

Welcome to the March 2022 SOTM Blog Hop featuring the stamp set You're the G.O.A.T. There are about ten CTMH Makers sharing projects created with the CTMH Stamp Of The Month You're the G.O.A.T. Keep clicking the links (often found near the bottom of a post) to visit the next blog and complete the entire hop. 

You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop (March 2022 SOTM)
You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop (March 2022 SOTM)

You should have arrived here from ***Kim Loewen's Blog***. If you encounter any problems along the way, Melinda Everitt keeps a list of the blog hop participants at her blog If You Bling It. 

You're the G.O.A.T. Stamp Set (March 2022 SOTM)
You're the G.O.A.T. Stamp Set

For the You're the G.O.A.T. blog hop I created this card.

card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop
card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop

To create the background, I embossed then lightly sanded. I used the retired CTMH Score Board to emboss, but you can use either paper trimmer, Aluminum Cut Rail Paper Trimmer (Z3396) or SureCut™ Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer (Z1783), with the scoring blade. Place the side you want visible on the card face-down and score from the back. I used the retired Sanding Kit (Z1294) to lightly sand, highlighting just where the score lines crossed.

card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop
card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop

The shadow layer behind the stamped image was inspired by the In Full Bloom layout on page 14 of the March–April 2022 Catalog. I used a die from Barn Door Stamp + Thin Cuts (Z4393), unfortunately this sold out a day or two ago, to cut a strip of French Vanilla, then I dove-tailed the end. I added a skinny strip of Capri Glitter Paper to highlight the sentiment and tie in the corners.

corner of card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop
corner of card created for You're the G.O.A.T. Blog Hop

I wanted to add a little embellishing to the card, but every gem I "auditioned" did not "work" for me, so I decided to try some corner embellishments. I cut four embellishments using the Corner cut (#M47014) from the Art Philosophy Collection.

Before you visit ***My Heartfelt Sentiments***, the supplies I used to create my project are listed below.

All supplies are from Close To My Heart except where noted:

If you are not working with a CTMH Maker, you may purchase the supplies I used at my eCommerce website.

I hope you are enjoying the card I created with You're the G.O.A.T.—March Stamp of the Month. If you have a few moments, please let me know what you think of this page. Thank you for hopping with us!

So you do not have to scroll up for the link, the next blog on our hop is ***My Heartfelt Sentiments***.

signed up 2/24; https://centralnyscrapper.blogspot.com/2022/03/mar-2022-sotm-blog-hop.html

March 2022 CTMH News

When I think about March, I think that we are about mid-way through winter. We can have some terrible storms, yet we can have some nice days. I really hope that March 2022 brings us many, many nice days. After the past couple of years we could really use some nice days.

There are some nice things happening at Close To My Heart in March.

March 2022 Stamp Of The Month You're the G.O.A.T.

You're the G.O.A.T.—March Stamp of the Month
You're the G.O.A.T.—March Stamp of the Month (S2203)

You're the G.O.A.T. (S2203) is an exclusive D-size set of 24 stamps. You're the G.O.A.T. is available only during the month of March 2022. The stamp set can be free for CTMH VIP Customers who place a qualifying order during March. Those who are not CTMH VIP Customers can place a qualifying order and purchase the stamp set for only $5. Everyone qualifies for additional sets at $5 for each additional $50 spent on the same order. You're the G.O.A.T. is also available for $18.95 with no other purchase required. The recommenced CTMH My Acrylix® Blocks for this stamp set are: 1" × 1½" (Y1016), 1" × 3½" (Y1002), 2" × 2" (Y1003).

The Close To My Heart art department created two cards with the You're the G.O.A.T. Stamp Set:

cards created with You're the G.O.A.T.
cards created with You're the G.O.A.T.

Cardstock Carnival

A favorite special is back.

Cardstock Carnival
Cardstock Carnival

Enjoy great deals on cardstock colors with the Cardstock Carnival special! During March 2022, save on individual cardstock packs and exclusive color-family bundles or choose a bundle that includes seven sheets each of all CTMH colored cardstocks. In addition, there is a selection of special, UV-coated cardstock (see my eCommerce website for a list of included colors)! CTMH cardstock is an essential crafting staple and a must-have for papercrafters. Do not miss this awesome opportunity to save big during Cardstock Carnival! Cardstock Carnivla is valid through March 31 while supplies last; Shipping & handling and tax are calculated on full retail price.

VIP Highlights Scrapbooking Workshop

VIP Highlights Scrapbooking Workshop
VIP Highlights Scrapbooking Workshop

The VIP Highlights Scrapbooking Workshop features a variety of exclusive Picture My Life™ Cards and a stamp set full of fun designs and sentiments to help you preserve your fondest memories with stunning scrapbook pages. This workshop is only available to Makers and VIP Customers. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to enjoy this exclusive crafting experience!

April Album Retreat

April 2022 Album Retreat
April Album Retreat

Close To My Heart is hosting an Album Retreat online from April 20 to April 22. The theme is "Celebrations". Pictured is one of the 11 two-page 12″ × 12″ scrapbook layouts that will be created during that time. All of the details can be found here.

March–April 2022 Catalog

March–April 2022 Catalog
March–April 2022 Catalog

The January–February 2022 Catalog is now here! It features two new paper collections: Cake Day and In Full Bloom. Each paper collection has coordinating embellishments, images to stamp and a digital (SVG) collection.. There is also a new Mix-In paper packet. There are many new stamps, some are available with Thin Cuts. There will be Facebook Lives for both the scrapbooking and cardmaking workshops. A full list of upcoming Facebook Lives can be found here. You can download a Printable PDF of the catalog under the page-turner of the catalog here.

I hope March 2022 is your best March ever!