The Party's Over....

Wow, I can't believe that Convention has come to a close. What an amazing, information packed, fun filled three days it was! It is always so inspiring to be surrounded by so many talented and creative people. Close to my Heart is introducing some amazing new products, new on trend colors, and beautiful new papers. My two favorite new products are the new "Artiste" Cricut cartridge and the new alcohol markers. I can't wait to play with these and to share them with all of you.
Talk to me about joining my team if you would like to experience the fun and excitement of Convention next year, being held in the beautiful Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World!

Amazing New Products

Day one at convention did not disappoint! You could feel the excitement in the air. New products and programs were introduced during entertaining skits with a Dallas twist.
And, of course the highlight of the day was the debut of the new Idea Book!

Close to my Heart Convention

After a bright and early start, I've arrived in Dallas for convention. Will be heading out shortly to explore the hotel and go to registration. Team meeting will be later this evening. I hope we get some hints of some of the exciting news we will be hearing in the next few days. Keep watching for more updates.

Time to Live Out Loud- July SOTM Blog Hop

Welcome to July's Stamp of the Month blog hop!  This month we are showcasing "Live Out Loud" a set of 8 stamps. If you are coming from Adeline's blog, you are on the right track. It's okay if you are starting here; just be sure to complete the circle so you don't miss any of the wonderful projects my fellow consultants have created.

Here is the card I made this month:

I used B&T paper from the Superhero paper pack and the matching Comic Badge Buttons. The sentiment was embossed with White Daisy EP and colored in with a gel pen.



Now hop along to Melissa's blog to enjoy more projects featuring this versatile stamp set. Don't forget "Life is Tweet" will only be available for the month of July. Contact your consultant or go here to order yours today.

June Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Wow, can you believe it is time for a new stamp of the month blog hop? May certainly went by quickly!  For June, we are showcasing "Life is Tweet" a set of 15 stamps. If you are coming from Doreen's blog, you are on the right track. It's okay if you are starting here; just be sure to complete the circle so you don't miss any of the wonderful projects my fellow consultants have created.

Here is the card I made this month:

And, here is the inside:

I used B&T paper from the Dotty for you paper pack. Colors are Sunset, Colonial White and Chocolate. The window for the front sentiment was cut using the Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge.

Now hop along to Gina's blog to enjoy more projects featuring this versatile stamp set. Don't forget "Life is Tweet" will only be available for the month of June. Contact your consultant or go here to order yours today.  

May Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

Welcome to May's stamp of the month blog hop! This month we are showcasing "Friendship Bouquet" a set of 8 stamps. If you are coming from Brae's blog, you are on the right track. It's okay if you are starting here; just be sure to complete the circle so you don't miss any of the wonderful projects my fellow consultants have created.

This month I have three projects to show you; two cards and a pin. The first card is one of those cards that comes together in your head better than in real life. Come on, admit it; you've made some like that too. LOL!

The second one is very simple, but I like it much better. A case of less is more.

And, here is my little pin.

Now hop along to Katy's blog to enjoy more projects featuring this versatile stamp set. Don't forget "Friendship Bouquet" will only be available for the month of May. Contact your consultant or go here to order yours before it's too late.

"Dotty for You" Blog Hop

Welcome! If you are coming from Misty's blog you are on the right track. This is a special blog hop featuring Close to my Heart's "Dotty for You" paper packet. May is National Scrapbooking Month, and starting tomorrow we are celebrating with this great offer. The packet includes 24 sheets of beautifully coordinating pieces of B&T papers. Best of all it can be yours for as little as $5.00 or even FREE!


My project today is a "Scrapbook in a Box" or "Explosion Box". This is a great way to use smaller pictures and makes a great gift for special occasions.

The roses on the top and inside were made using the "Art Philosophy" cricut cartridge; available exclusively through CTMH.

This is also a great project for using up some of those scrap pieces of patterned paper we all seem to have around. There is space for 20 pictures or journaling.

Hope you enjoyed this little box. Now continue the hop at Katy's blog. Be sure to contact your consultant or go here to find out how to get your paper packet today!