14 December 2016
Christmas Conversation Starters
Some of you may remember a post I put on my Social Media
sites recently about Thanksgiving conversation starters. It was originally a
post from the Close to my Heart blog with a great idea for kick-starting the
conversation with your family around the Thanksgiving table. There were
suggested questions for adults or children, with fun questions like: Tell your worst date story or What would you do if you were invisible for
the day? Now, for those of you that know me, you’d be aware that I don’t
usually struggle with keeping a conversation going but, the thing I really
liked about these questions was that they brought up topics I would never think
to ask my family about. You know those type of things that you kind of already
know or feel like you should, so you don’t ask? I also don’t know about you and
your families but sometimes it can feel like you talk so much about what is
happening day to day that you don’t take time to talk about the fun stuff! So
when this post popped into my inbox I thought, why not?!
With my Mom in town and lots of workshop and travel
prep to do, we decided to sit down and have a craft day, which included
making our conversation starter jar. Now, you can make this as fancy or simple
as you’d like to. We decided to keep it pretty simple with just a cute jar and
a ribbon tied around it but feel free to let your creative mind go crazy and
put some of those Close to my Heart products and ideas to use! With a range of
different ages at our table, we wanted a mix of questions so we printed each of
the options in a different colour. That way, when someone was picking out a
question to ask me, they would pick out a red/adult question versus a
green/children question for my son, Ryan. From there, the questions just needed
to be cut up, folded and thrown in the jar, ready for a our Thanksgiving meal
the next day.
Stomachs sufficiently full and feeling very relaxed and
content from our delicious meal but not even close to being ready to think
about the delicious pumpkin pie waiting for us, it seemed to be the perfect
time to pull out the jar. I have to admit there were a couple of obligatory
groans from the family as it came out but everyone was more than willing to
give it a go and as everyone around the table gradually had their turn
responding to a question, we could all see what a great idea this was! My
husband, Bob had tears running down his face at one point and I’m sure I saw a
few wide-eyed, slightly surprised looks from the kids at some of the responses
from their parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles.
I can’t overstate what a fantastic addition this was to our
Thanksgiving celebration. We had such a wonderful time making our way around
the table and either learning something new about each other or being reminded
of that thing that had happened so long ago, it had slipped from our memories.
We will definitely be trying this again at our Christmas table this year and
might even add to the fun by encouraging each participant come up with their
own question. If this seems like something you’d like to try, please take this
free download and print it out for yourself.
I would love to hear from you once
you’ve tried them yourself to see if you and your loved ones enjoyed the
conversation starters as much as we did or perhaps you found a really fun and
creative way to present your jar of questions.
6 December 2016
Christmas Wishlist
Do you need a little help letting your loved ones know what you'd really like for Christmas this year? Please feel free to print out this list to give them a gentle nudge towards your favourite Close to my Heart products.
If Santa and his elves need some help from me this year, tell them to place their order on my site before December 10 in order to make sure your gifts are waiting under the tree on Christmas Day.
26 October 2016
It's Time to Get Organised!
The new Close To My Heart Workspace Wonder organisational system is now available!
These are the pieces that make up the system:
With each piece sold individually, you can configure them however suits you and your workspace! For example:
The pieces for the configuration are:
* 5 paper trays - each is 2" tall
* 1 marker stack - holds 25 markers
* 1 large tray - holds up to 6 marker stacks, stamp pad stacks or tool cubbies
* 1 small tray - holds up to 2 marker stacks, stamp pad stacks or tool cubbies
Or, you might like:
This configuration requires:
* 4 paper trays - each is 2" tall
* 1 marker stack - holds 25 markers
* 2 large trays - holds up to 6 marker stacks, stamp pad stacks or tool cubbies
* 2 small trays - holds up to 2 marker stacks, stamp pad stacks or tool cubbies
Make sure you share the different configurations you come up with once you've received the pieces that make up your Workspace Wonder!
21 October 2016
The End of an Era
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As my three beautiful children continue to grow and develop
into wonderful young adults, I have moment after moment where I am thankful
that I have preserved our family’s memories.
Just last week our youngest, Annie started her HSC, the
final exams she will sit in High School. Now, as we all know, reaching your
final weeks of High School is a time of reflection. As the school days draw to
an end, we can’t help but look back on all the moments that have guided us to
this point. The first day of High School, the many school camps, sports days,
excursions, dances and all the other fun times that have combined to make up
our time at school.
Over the last few weeks as this conclusion has drawn closer
for our daughter, I have felt so privileged to watch her make her way through
all these carefully preserved memories. I found her looking back through her school days
scrapbooks, reading the stories, pulling out her awards and giggling at the
photos of her and her friends. It warms my heart that her albums are a
source of encouragement, confidence and strength for her and something that I was
able to provide.
When it comes to these exams, our focus is not the marks
that come out of it but on the adventures which will follow and my hope is that
she continues to be this young woman who is making me so proud and that we are
able to stay with her on that adventure.
13 October 2016
Let's get Festive!
Christmas is just around the corner, so now is a great time to start on your Christmas cards and crafts.
Our October Stamp of the Month - Yuletide Joy is the perfect stamp set to kick off the Christmas crafting! It's perfect to decorate cards, tags or use as an embellishment or decoration on your Scrapbook layouts.
I feel like October and November just flies by, and the holidays are upon us before we blink an eye. I hope you can come along to my October and November workshops to get a jump start on your projects!
STAMP OF THE MONTH
Our October Stamp of the Month - Yuletide Joy is the perfect stamp set to kick off the Christmas crafting! It's perfect to decorate cards, tags or use as an embellishment or decoration on your Scrapbook layouts.
Each month you can purchase the current Stamp of the Month D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $7.50. 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.
You can also purchase the Stamp of the Month stamp set at the full retail price of $27.00 with no minimum purchase required.
HOSTESS REWARDS JUST GOT BETTER!
We love rewarding our Hostesses, and our Hostess Rewards program is one of the most generous programs out there.
During the month of October, in addition to earning free and discounted products, Hostesses have another fantastic option for using their Hostess Rewards credit: applying it towards a New Consultant Kit!
It's the perfect time for hosting your own Close To My Heart Gathering-it could open the door to a rewarding new opportunity!
FIND OUT MORE HERE - or Contact me directly.
*Offer valid 1 October - 31 October 2016. New Consultant Kit requires separate application to purchase. Normal shipping/handling apply to purchase of New Consultant Kit.
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2 September 2016
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Super September!
Holiday Expressions is here.
Our NEW Seasonal Idea Book is on-line and you can flip through the pages of this catalogue HERE or get your own hard copy when you place an order on my website (you'll be promted to add a FREE copy when ordering on-line)
Get a head start on your Christmas cards and gifts or create some gorgeous Halloween and Christmas Scrapbook layouts ready for the snaps you'll be taking. This catalogue is bursting with stunning new paper packs (four new themes), embellishments, tools and stamps...so many delightful new product offerings you'll want it all!
Holiday Expressions catalogue is valid from 1st September - 31st December, 2016.
National Stamping Month!
Celebrate National Stamping Month this September with hand stamped cards designed to help create a little more kindness in the world.
The Create Kindness card kit contains all of the supplies needed to create 24 beautiful handmade cards that you can use to brighten someone's day! The kit can be yours for only $72.95-a 15% savings off the retail value!
Thanks to the pre-printed card bases, these cards come together in no time, leaving you more time to do something thoughtful for someone. Watch Close To My Heart's blog, Instagram account, and Facebook page throughout the month of September to see what we've created with this card kit as well as the acts of kindness it has inspired!
We've launched a new video showcasing how these cards can be used to brighten someone's day - check it out!
This exclusive kit will only be available in the month of September while supplies last, so make sure to get your order in early.
As a special bonus, the exclusive stamp sets and pre-printed card bases with envelopes are also available for separate purchase, but only in the month of September while supplies last!
ORDER YOUR "CREATE KINDNESS" KIT HERE
Blessed Beyond Measure - Stamp of the Month.
BEAUTIFUL STAMPS, AMAZING DISCOUNTS
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $7.50. 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.
You can also purchase the Stamp of the Month stamp set at the full retail price of $27.00 with no minimum purchase required.
Even though this stamp set has an Autumn theme, the sentiments on this set can be used throughout the whole year... there is always something to be thankful or grateful for and it means so much be told how much you are appreciated. The whimsical leafy images are also ideal for soft and pretty backgrounds or borders on cards or scrapbook layouts.
S1609 - Blessed Beyond Measure
Set of 19 - $27 or $7.50 with qualifying purchase.
2 August 2016
New Annual Inspirations idea book & August Offers!
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New Catalogue is LIVE!
1st August is a big day - it's the day that our new 2016-2017 Annual Inspirations idea book becomes available to everyone!
You are going to love the new layout, new products and new ideas showcased throughout this gorgeous book.
This idea book is chock full of some fabulous, fun and divine new papers, stamps, thin cuts and embellishments. You are going to want one of everything!
Get your FREE Annual Inspirations idea book at my 12-Hour Mega Crop launch on Saturday 13th August or contact me to arrange for a copy to be sent to you.
My website has had a Make-Over!
I'm excited to tell you that my Close to My Heart Website has had a little makeover! It has a gorgeous new colour theme and layout.
It is very mobile friendly, you can shop and save items in your cart to come back and purchase at a later date and it's very easy to navigate. Check it out HERE!
August Stamp of the Month - Purr-fect Halloween!
BEAUTIFUL STAMPS, AMAZING DISCOUNTS
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $7.50. 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.
The August stamp of the Month is super cute! Not just for Halloween... I've got some fun all occasion cards to share at my Mega Crop day! You will want to add this adorable "Crazy Cat" to your collection!
You can also purchase the Stamp of the Month stamp set at the full retail price of $27.00 with no minimum purchase required.
S1608 - Perr-fect Halloween
Set of 17 - $27 or $7.50 with qualifying purchase. - ORDER HERE
Basically the Best!
Brand new Scrapbooking papers are here.....and you can get some for FREE!
What could be better than treating yourself to brand new scrapbooking paper? How about getting even MORE paper for free!
During the month of August, when you order our Whimsy, Adventure, AND Enchantment Fundamentals papers, you can choose to get either the Rustic Home or Uptown Fundamentals for FREE!
Both of these Basics packs feature foil designs and specialty materials for making your artwork unique. Yep, this deal is basically the best!
* With qualifying purchase. Offer valid 1 August 2016 - 31 August 2016 or while supplies last.
1 July 2016
July is Jumpin'!
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Early Bird July Specials and Promotions!
Get new products FREE by signing up
as a Consultant!
Join the Close To My Heart family as a Consultant this month
and get your choice of a FREE Fundamentals paper packet* and its coordinating Complements. These brand new products
won’t be released to the public until August, so joining today is your chance to get them first! When you sign up, you’ll also get
$75 in Select Product Credit to spend on more
new products, including the newest stamps, paper packets and card stock colours.
* Choose from Whimsy, Adventure, and Enchantment Fundamentals.
Standard New Consultant Kit shipping rates will apply. No additional shipping/handling will be charged for this promotion. |
As a Consultant, you can build your business around your schedule and earn a generous commission on every product you sell. You’ll also enjoy a product discount on your personal purchases, opportunities to earn free products, and exclusive previews of new products before they are available to the public. Creativity, community, and wonderful rewards await you as a Close To My Heart Independent Consultant.
Join me today HERE!
#AlltheAlbums Special Continues
Close To My Heart’s amazing My LegacyTM albums are on sale for25% off through our #AlltheAlbums special!* That is a savings of
$11.25 per album!
Choose from a gorgeous variety of colours and patterns in both post-bound and D-ring styles. But
this offer is only available while supplies last, so place your order early to make sure you get the styles and colours you love. They’re built to last and going fast—order yours today!
Choose from a gorgeous variety of colours and patterns in both post-bound and D-ring styles. But
this offer is only available while supplies last, so place your order early to make sure you get the styles and colours you love. They’re built to last and going fast—order yours today!
From the Notebook - July Stamp of the Month
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set,
available for that month only, for just $7.50!
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.
Use this versatile stamp set on Scrapbook page layouts, Mini Albums, in your Planner or cards.
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
However, our current Seasonal Expressions catalogue (shown above) has 2 more months to go, it carries through until the end of August, so there is plenty of exciting products to keep your crafty cravings satisfied.
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.
Use this versatile stamp set on Scrapbook page layouts, Mini Albums, in your Planner or cards.
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
Going, Going......SOON!
Every year we retire older products in order to make way for new and exciting products that will be coming out in the next idea books. The list of products from our 2015-2016 Annual Inspirations catalogue that will be retiring can be found on my website under the "Going Soon" tab - found HERE. Some of these items will no longer be available after 31 July, and others are available while supplies last.
PLACE YOUR ORDERS HERE - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
Did someone say new products?...... Sure did! Here's a "Sneek Peek" of the new catalogues - Annual Inspirations (available 1st August) and Holiday Expressions (available 1st September). They are brimming with new and exciting products! Can't wait to share them with you!
2 June 2016
May Offers & Promotions
NEWS FLASH!
Join us for a new Flash Sale each weekend in June!
New bundles offered weekly in June! During the month of June, we're offering great deals on bundles of discounted Close to My Heart products every weekend! Check my website each Saturday during June to find a new set of bundles. There will be lots to choose from, but you'll need to snatch them up quick, because they're only available through the following Tuesday while supplies last.
Bundles will be available at various discount levels and price points throughout the month, so check every weekend to see the new offerings. Remember, these discounts won’t last forever, and some will be gone in a flash, so act quickly to score the best deals!
*Flash sale bundles will be posted each Saturday at 7:00 am (AEST) and will stay up until 7:00 am (AEST) on the following Tuesday, while supplies last.
CHECK MY WEBSITE EACH WEEKEND IN JUNE HERE!
Bundles will be available at various discount levels and price points throughout the month, so check every weekend to see the new offerings. Remember, these discounts won’t last forever, and some will be gone in a flash, so act quickly to score the best deals!
*Flash sale bundles will be posted each Saturday at 7:00 am (AEST) and will stay up until 7:00 am (AEST) on the following Tuesday, while supplies last.
CHECK MY WEBSITE EACH WEEKEND IN JUNE HERE!
THE LONG WAY HOME!
June Stamp of the Month!
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set,
available for that month only, for just $7.50! 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.
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER HERE
We are one month in to our new Seasonal Expressions Catalogue and some of the gorgeous products are already selling fast!
Remember the products in our Seasonal catalogues are only available for the 3 month duration of that catalogue...once these products sell out they are then retired.
Don't miss out on your favourite products....ORDER HERE!
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER HERE
Seasonal Expressions Catalogue!
We are one month in to our new Seasonal Expressions Catalogue and some of the gorgeous products are already selling fast!
Remember the products in our Seasonal catalogues are only available for the 3 month duration of that catalogue...once these products sell out they are then retired.
Don't miss out on your favourite products....ORDER HERE!
1 May 2016
New Month, New Promotions and a BRAND NEW Catalogue!
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Yes, that's right...today is the first day of the gorgeous new Seasonal Expressions Catalogue. It's jam packed with gorgeous new products including new dies and matching stamp sets....but don't wait too long or they could sell out.
Contact me for your copy of the new Catalogue or you can view it HERE
This fun paper packet, which is available for one month only, features floral designs, gold foil details, and more! You can also purchase this exclusive paper packet at full retail for $23 with no purchase requirement. Get the coordinating D-size stamp set, Happy Times, for $27. Together with the Happy Times paper packet, this stamp set will help keep your precious memories vivid and bright in the pages of your scrapbook.
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER WITH ME HERE!
This fabulous stamp set is so versatile, it's equally at home on scrapbook layouts or celebration cards. Create your own cake style to suit birthdays, weddings, high teas or any party occasion.
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER HERE or order the stamp set at full retail price of $27.
Contact me for your copy of the new Catalogue or you can view it HERE
Happy Times - it's National Scrapbook Month!
Celebrate the Happy Times with exclusive papers and stamps. Happy times can be yours during the month of May thanks to National Scrapbooking Month! With a qualifying purchase of $85, you can get the exclusive Happy Times paper packet for FREE!This fun paper packet, which is available for one month only, features floral designs, gold foil details, and more! You can also purchase this exclusive paper packet at full retail for $23 with no purchase requirement. Get the coordinating D-size stamp set, Happy Times, for $27. Together with the Happy Times paper packet, this stamp set will help keep your precious memories vivid and bright in the pages of your scrapbook.
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER WITH ME HERE!
May Stamp of the Month - Celebrate with Cake.
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $7.50. 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.This fabulous stamp set is so versatile, it's equally at home on scrapbook layouts or celebration cards. Create your own cake style to suit birthdays, weddings, high teas or any party occasion.
PLACE YOUR QUALIFYING ORDER HERE or order the stamp set at full retail price of $27.
Albums on Special - #All the Albums
Now through the end of May, you can save 25% on the purchase of Close To My Heart’s amazing My Legacy™ albums! That is a savings of over $11.25 per album! Choose from our gorgeous variety of colours and patterns available in both post-bound and D-ring styles.
This offer is only available while supplies last, so place your order early to make sure you get the styles and colours you love. They’re built to last and going fast—order yours today HERE!
8 April 2016
April Offers & Promotions!
Life in Pictures!
Smile! You're going to love the April Stamp of the Month! Life in Pictures is a fabulous set of vintage Cameras that would be perfect for scrapbooking layouts or cards! It can be fun and funky when used with our water colour paints, or "old school" with teamed with some more masculine tones.
It's a stamp set you will want to add to your collection...and it's only $7.50 with any $75 purchase (or pay full retail price of $27.00)
Place your order HERE
Baby, You're Worth it!
If earning money—and rewards—through your love of
scrapbooking and stamping sounds like a dream job,
then now is the perfect time to join Close To My Heart.
Believe us, it’s worth it!
Sign up as a Consultant in April and earn amazing rewards—including a FREE Cricut® collection!
Signing up as a new Consultant with Close To My Heart during April
is more rewarding than ever.
When you sign up as a New Consultant
you already get:
• New Consultant Kit with essential supplies for only $129
• $75 in Select Product Credit to spend on
additional supplies
• The chance to earn fantastic Straight To The Top start-up rewards
But during April, you also have the chance to earn your choice of a
FREE Cricut® collection or an additional $145 in
Select Product Credit when you submit $450 in
personal sales within your first 30 days!
What are you waiting for....contact me for more details or CLICK HERE to read about becoming a Close to My Heart Consultant
Going, Going, GONE!
Last chance to grab Seasonal Expressions 1 products!
It's almost time to say goodbye to the gorgeous products in our Seasonal Expressions 1 catalogue to make way for some lovely new items.
You have until the end of April to place orders from this catalogue, but don't wait too long as some of the products have already sold out.
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE
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23 March 2016
Stampaganza Ending Soon!
Don't miss out on FREE stamps!
The fabulous STAMPAGANZA promotion only has a week or so to run - you won't want to miss the boat on getting your FREE stamps. Buy any two My Acrylix® stamp sets (M-, A-, B-, C-, D-, or E-size) at full retail price and get a third stamp set of equal or lesser value FREE! That is a savings of up to $45!
To make the deal even more appealing this exclusive Hello Paradise stamp set is available now through the end of March! Take advantage of this month’s Stampaganza promotion to earn a free stamp set when you buy two at regular price—that means that this beautiful set could be yours for FREE when you choose two other stamp sets! Get your order in now and stamp your way to paradise!
(Note: Operation Smile & Hostess stamp sets are excluded from this promotion)
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
To make the deal even more appealing this exclusive Hello Paradise stamp set is available now through the end of March! Take advantage of this month’s Stampaganza promotion to earn a free stamp set when you buy two at regular price—that means that this beautiful set could be yours for FREE when you choose two other stamp sets! Get your order in now and stamp your way to paradise!
(Note: Operation Smile & Hostess stamp sets are excluded from this promotion)
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
1 March 2016
It's STAMPAGANZA Month!
The wait is over! Who is ready for Stampaganza 2016?
Buy any two My Acrylix® stamp sets (M-, A-, B-, C-, D-, or E-size) at full retail price and get a third stamp set of equal or lesser value FREE! That is a savings of up to $45!
This offer is only available during March, so start submitting your stamp orders as soon as possible, and let the Stampaganza begin!
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
Buy any two My Acrylix® stamp sets (M-, A-, B-, C-, D-, or E-size) at full retail price and get a third stamp set of equal or lesser value FREE! That is a savings of up to $45!
This offer is only available during March, so start submitting your stamp orders as soon as possible, and let the Stampaganza begin!
PLACE YOUR ORDER HERE!
2 February 2016
February Promotions!
SHARE THE LOVE THIS FEBRUARY!
Share the love this February by purchasing the exclusive My Acrylix® Share the Love D-size stamp set and you could help change the life of a child.
Filled with adorable icons and loveable sentiments, this stamp set will be a beautiful addition to your collection—but there is more to this stamp set than meets the eye! Not only will you be getting a high-quality, swoon-worthy stamp set by taking part in this promotion, but Close To My Heart will also donate $7 USD of the proceeds from this stamp set to Operation Smile™, an amazing organisation that provides surgeries to repair cleft lips and palates for children all over the world!* Check out our social media channels all month long to see this stamp set in action, and remember to post your own artwork using the hashtag #ctmhsharethelove to help bring attention to a wonderful and worthy cause.
BALLOON ANIMALS - FEBRUARY STAMP OF THE MONTH
Each month you can purchase a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $7.50. 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.
This Balloon Animals stamp set is just adorable... especially perfect if you have little ones! It's ideal to create birthday cards or scrapbook pages celebrating birthdays or parties.
Balloon Animals Stamp of the Month is ONLY AVAILABLE IN FEBRUARY! Purchase it at full-price ($27.00) or get it for only $7.50 with any qualifying purchase.