26 April 2014

Don't let Balloon Talk Slip Away!

Balloon Talk - April Stamp of the Month has only a few days left before it's gone for good.... grab this fabulous & fun stamp set before it's too late!



This set is really versatile and can be used for scrapbook layouts or fun little notecards.



Place your $75 order before the end of April and you'll get this stamp set for only $5.00....or just purchase the stamps outright for $24.00.

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24 April 2014

Scrapbook your Photos in a Flash!

You will love the simplicity and versatility of our Picture My Life™ scrapbooking programs! With just one program, you can create countless unique scrapbook pages, mixing and matching your photos with colourful, artistic cards. It’s the perfect fit if you have lots of photos or little time!

Watch the informative short YouTube video below with all the details about this fantastic program!

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23 April 2014

Crazy for Base and Bling!


I have to admit that I am absolutely CRAZY about our new Base & Bling pendant pieces.  I am having so much fun making these and teaching others, I could seriously sit around and make these necklaces ALL DAY LONG!

So, here's how it works:  you choose your chain (Antique Gold or Antique Silver) and your matching pendant (square or round); you pick out an image to put in your pendant (we've got over 120 to pick from--the "storyteller" images are shown below); you stick your image in the pendant (you may have to trim if you're using a circle pendant), add a blob of Liquid Glass, then add a glass cover (use a damp rag to immediately wipe off any Liquid Glass that squirts out); wait 90 seconds and wipe off the excess liquid glass with a baby wipe; let it dry and add the charms of your choice.  THAT'S IT.  It is a beautiful gift idea that you can make for under $14!



Of course the fun does not stop there – see the beautiful card you can make to present this necklace as a gift!  



So, you can buy the components for these necklaces at VERY affordable prices through my website:  http://susanwilmot.ctmh.com.au, if you're local, you can attend one of my "jewellery bar" events and make your necklace for only $14!  What a great gift idea! And  a fun mother/daughter activity!

Email me on wilmot@cia.com.au to book into a Jewellery Bar Event or to book a custom class at your place.

17 April 2014

Lollydoodle WOTG Page Borders

Have you enjoyed seeing some ways to use the Lollydoodle papers and Workshop kit?

Once you've created the beautiful layouts from your Lollydoodle Workshop on the Go Kit, you'll still have the stamp set to play with.  There are so many uses for the stamps in this set but here are just a few ideas for simple borders...

Using a White Daisy cardstock (1385) strip randomly stamp flowers from the
Lollydoodle Workshop on the Go Kit (G1078) to be used as a border on any themed layout.

There are so many "girly" photos that would be suitable with this stamp from the
 Lollydoodle Workshop on the Go Kit (G1078).  Add a bit of sparkle & bling with
Shimmer Trim (Z1819) and Bitty Sparkles (Z1263)

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15 April 2014

Hop to it!

Crank up your Cricut...

Following on from my last blog post about the amazing Cricut machine...how adorable would your Easter table would look with these cute Bunny Cupcake wraps.

My fabulously creative team member & Cricut expert Lyn Edwards has made these with her Cricut machine - just in time for Easter.  (Original idea shared from Kerry Jackson)


The products Lyn used to create these cuties:


I just love all the new Close to My Heart crafting products we get to play with.

Place an order this month and I will send you the handout for these cute Bunny Cupcake wraps plus a special gift!

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13 April 2014

BONUS FOR CRICUT LOVERS?


Have you experienced the functionality of the CRICUT personal die-cutting machine before? This incredible machine makes it easy to create stunning DIY projects. You can create polished projects ranging from cards and scrapbook layouts, titles, shapes and alphabets to DIY fashion and home décor.  Ideal for Scrapbookers, card-makers and papercrafters alike!

Do you think you would LOVE to own a Cricut Machine?  But thought maybe it was too expensive to justify.  Well in April if you join my Close to my Heart team you'll get more than just the opportunity to buy this amazing machine at a discount...Look at the savings you will get when you join me this month!
(Click on the picture to enlarge in a new window)

If you or someone you know would LOVE the opportunity to buy a Cricut Machine at a discount- Join my team and you can purchase the Cricut, Tool Kit and Mats all at Consultant "Wholesale" Prices.

Plus you can get all the Close To My Heart products you LOVE at a HUGE discount!

And as a Consultant you will also be eligible to join in on the exclusive Consultant events and attend the "Artistic Adventure" Close To My Heart Conference / Crafting weekend in October!!!

To learn more about joining My Close To My Heart team if you have any questions feel free to click on the contact me links on the right.
 
MORE DETAILS AVAILABLE ON MY WEBSITE HERE

9 April 2014

Free Cricut Collection this April Only


For this month only, Close To My Heart is offering a FREE Cricut Collection to any and all who join the CTMH family. The joining fee is just $130 which includes $420 of product in the start-up business kit, yours to keep no strings attached PLUS your choice of one of the three wonderful Cricut Collections worth $130!

That's $550 worth of quality products for just $130 & shipping. No hidden costs and no obligations.
Click here to find out more.


April Stamp of the Month: Balloon Talk


Each month you can purchase 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 $75 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

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Free To Be Me


In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month, during the months of April and May, you can get the Free to Be Me paper collection for just $5 with your qualifying purchase of $75. The paper collection features artfully designed cardstocks, vellums, and B&T Duos™ papers—exclusive products that you can’t get anywhere else!

With a retail value of $16, this collection is a fantastic deal! Plus, with your $75 qualifying purchase, you will also qualify for the April or May Stamp of the Month for an additional $5 (retail value of $24)!
This means April and May are the perfect months to double up on promotions; getting the paper collection for $5 and the current Stamp of the Month for $5 saves you nearly $30! Make sure to get your own Free to Be Me paper collection in April and May and let your creativity take flight!

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8 April 2014

Lollydoodle meets Balloon Talk

3:48 pm By

I wanted to share this fun and fast layout using Lollydoodle B&T Duos paper pack and the April Stamp of the Month - Balloon Talk.

Products used on layout:  Lollydoodle B&T Duos Bulk (B328),
 April Stamp of the Month - Balloon Talk (S1404), Lollydoodle Assortment (Z3006), Flamingo Dots (Z1934)
White Daisy Cardstock (1385), Juniper cardstock (X5752), Exclusive Inks in various colours


This layout is ideal for a Make 'n' Take project at a gathering or workshop as it uses minimal supplies.  I will be sharing this with some of my Team this month at Consultant Playdays.

If you would like me to send you the instruction on how to put this layout together, please email me using the find me here button on the right side bar of this blog.

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4 April 2014

Thanks {big time} Lollydoodle!

3:29 pm By

Here's a great little card created with two fun & funky products available this month!  Lollydoodle B&T Duos paper and April Stamp of the Month - Balloon Talk.



Using Sorbet cardstock as a base, the bottom half of the card was randomly stamped with the empty balloon talk "bubble" in co-ordinating ink.  A strip of Pear cardstock was punched using the Scallop border punch and the "zip strip" from the top of the B&T Duos was added.  A piece of Lollydoodle was adhered to the top half of the card and the "thanks {big time}" sentiments was stamped in Cotton Candy Exclusives ink adhered to a small piece of Jubilee cardstock and propped up on 3D foam tape.  Two small strips of the reverse side of Lollydoodle paper was cut into banners and added to the base of the card along with a few Epoxy Bubbles.

I hope this inspires you to create some fun all occasions cards with this fun stamp set!

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3 April 2014

Discover the Art of Business!

Here's an offer to good to pass up!


Become a Close to My Heart Independent Consultant and begin your business with fantastic savings! Receive over $500 of product for only $130

Join Close To My Heart as an Independent Consultant 1–30 April 2014, and receive your favourite “art-full” Close To My Heart Cricut® collection FREE! Our New Consultant Kit is just $130 AUD and comes packed with nearly triple the retail value in products and supplies to help you succeed. Plus, when you qualify for the Straight To The Top program, you will be refunded the price of your New Consultant Kit. Select your FREE Cricut® collection—retail priced at $130 AUD—when you order
your New Consultant Kit online and watch your new business soar!




Click on the "Join my Team" link in the side bar at the right for information about joining my Team this month!

2 April 2014

Get chatty with April Stamp of the Month - Balloon Talk!


BEAUTIFUL STAMPS, AMAZING DISCOUNT





Each month you can purchase 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 $75 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

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1 April 2014

Have you missed me?

Sorry it's been so long between blog posts...I'll attempt to catch up.  This will be a long post as I've got tonnes to share with you!

The start of this year has been a little hectic!  I've been travelling interstate doing training and Fundays with Consultants and Customers (we had a fabulous new Idea Book & Catalogue to show off and promote), throw in a trip to visit with our son in Hawaii who is attending College there and before I know it we are in April.

Between travels I've still managed to take some time out for some creative fun.

Throughout February I was promoting the gorgeous Skylark Collection at workshops and trainings.

Here are a few of my creations.....

Products used on Card:  Skylark B&T Duos (X7177B), Fabulous You stamp set (C1533),
Sparkles Clear Flourishes -Small (Z1812) 

Products used on Card: Sklyark Workshop on the Go Papers & Stamp (G1072),
 Silver Shimmer Trim Z7199)
Products used on Layout: Skylark Workshop on the Go Kit (G1072)

Products used on Layout: Skylark Workshop on the Go Kit (G1072)

Skylark B&T Duos paper (X7177B),  Skylark Assortment (Z3000)


Another reason I've been missing.... I was lucky enough to earn my first incentive trip with Close to My Heart to beautiful Costa Rica. This was an all expenses paid trip where we were spoilt rotten and treated like royalty.  

If you would like to join me next year in Hawaii....it's not too late!  Click the "Join my Team" link in the side bar to the right.  Your new Consultant Kit will have the gorgeous Skylark Collection ready for you to start creating your own artworks. Or contact me to discuss how you can earn your incentive points faster!

In March I promoted the fun & fabulous Jubilee Collection teamed up with the March Stamp of the Month - Happy Place ...

Products used on Layout:  Jubilee Workshop on the Go Kit (G1076),
March Stamp of the Month - Happy Place (S1403)

Product used on Layout:  Jubilee Workshop on the Go Kit (G1076)

Products used on Layout:  Jubilee B&T Duos Paper (X7181), White Daisy Cardstock (1385),
March Stamp of the Month - Happy Place (S1403)

Product used on Layout above & Card Below:  Jubilee B&T Duos Paper (X7181),
Colonial White Cardstock (1388), Retiring Exclusive Inks Alcohol Markers,
March Stamp of the Month - Happy Place (S1403)

This card uses the same product as the layout above.  The idea is that you can create
 a card or layout from the same products depending on whether you are a card maker or scrapbooker!

Last but not least is a beautiful page layout created from the soft and pastel Balloon Ride Collection.

Products used on layout:  Balloon Ride Workshop on the Go Kit (G1075)

I hope you have enjoyed my very long post.... and you check back regulary for more creative inspiration.

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May is National Scrapbook Month - Come Celebrate with Me!


In celebration of National Scrapbooking Month, during the months
of April and May, you can get the Free to Be Me paper collection for
just $5 with your qualifying purchase of $75. The paper collection
features artfully designed cardstocks, vellums, and B&T Duos™
papers—exclusive products that you can’t get anywhere else! With
a retail value of $11.95, this collection is a fantastic deal! Plus, with
your $75 qualifying purchase, you will also qualify for the April
or May Stamp of the Month for an additional $5 (retail value of
$24 AUD/$29 NZD)! This means April and May are the perfect
months to double up on promotions; getting the paper collection
for $5 and the current Stamp of the Month for $5 saves you nearly
$30 AUD/$37 NZD! Make sure to get your own Free to Be Me
paper collection in April and May and let your creativity take flight!


Each paper pack comes with:
• 6 – Free to Be Me B&T Duos™ Papers
• 2 – UV-Coated, Designed Teal Cardstock Sheets* 
• 2 – UV-Coated, Designed Red Cardstock Sheets*
• 2 – UV-Coated, Designed Gold Cardstock Sheets
• 1 – White Feather Print Vellum Sheet*
• 1 – Gold Foil Polka-dot Print Vellum Sheet*


We will be using this paper pack and some gorgeous co-ordinating stamp sets at my NSD All Day Workshop on 24th May, 2014.  Details to follow.