Monday, December 11, 2017

Heart 2 Heart Challenge: Christmas Critters

I am excited to share an artwork piece with you that is shared as part of the Heart 2 Heart Challenge for this week. The theme is "Christmas Critters". You can participate by finding the associated post and inserting your link at the bottom. There is only one requirement and that is that you incorporate Close To My Heart products in your creation. That's super easy, so why not join?
This card is a creative design shared by my friend and downline, Cindi Tolliver. I am thankful she allowed me to recreate it. It's simple and festive...and isn't that reindeer cute?
The reindeer comes from this Beary Christmas - Scrapbooking stamp set. You can see there are other fun images included. The stamp images included in blue coordinate with the Thin Cuts (metal dies). 
You can get both the stamp set and the coordinating Thin Cuts which allows you to get a quick die cut image that you can stamp on and then color, with ease.
Join our Christmas Critters Challenge or any of our other December challenges. They don't close until December 31, 2017!


Sunday, December 10, 2017

On the 10th day of Christmas...

...my Consultant gave to me...
Buy  a 12" x 12" My Legacy Scrapbook Album, of any style - post-bound or D-ring...
and a pack of Memory Protectors (your choice of style)...
get a FREE PACKAGE of FLIP FLAPS (your choice of style)!

Not sure what Flip Flaps are nor what you can do with them?! Flip Flaps allow you to add more artwork and photos to your traditional scrapbook layouts. Simply slide photos or other artwork into the pocket and use the adhesive strip to attach.

Here are some gifts that allow you to see Flip Flaps in action. They are super easy to use and add FUN to any project!


Flip Flaps can also be used to "hide" journaling that might be personal and not for everyone to see or...sometimes you have that one picture that isn't perfect but is necessary for preserving a memory. Insert it into a Flip Flap and you can still enjoy the photo without it being exposed to all.

If you would like for me to show you how to use them, let me know. I'd be happy to do so!

Contact me before 11:30 pm today (CST) to select this special and get two tickets into the drawing.

FULL DETAILS OF THIS SALE
To fully benefit from this 12 Days of Christmas offer, read up on the fun details posted HERE and contact me if you have questions.

Saturday, December 9, 2017

On the 9th day of Christmas... (12 days of SAVINGS!)

...my Consultant gave to me...

BUY THE STAMPING STARTER KIT...
GET A BLACK REINKER FREE!

The Stamping Starter Kit comes with everything you need to begin with this fun art - that is simple, too! It includes these four essential stamping products and is great for that beginning stamper, whether you or someone else:

  • 1 - 2" x 2" My Acrylix block
  • 1 - Black Exclusive Inks stamp pad
  • 1 - My Acrylix spritz cleaner
  • 1 - My Acrylix stamp scrubber
When you purchase it, you'll get the Black Exclusive Inks Re-inker which allows you to juicy up your ink pad, when necessary. It's a 1 oz. bottle of dye-based ink and is yours FREE with this purchase! ($6.95 value)

Contact me before 11:30 pm today (CST) to select this special and get two tickets into the drawing.

FULL DETAILS OF THIS SALE
To fully benefit from this 12 Days of Christmas offer, read up on the fun details posted HERE and contact me if you have questions.




Friday, December 8, 2017

Resolutions - Blog with Friends

Sometimes we all need some inspiration and what better what to provide it than through some happy mail that arrives in a mailbox? You know our mailboxes tend to get overloaded with not-so-fun stuff and these handmade greeting cards are sure to brighten someone's day! 
I'm thrilled this post is being shared in conjunction with my "Blog with Friends" Group. They are each highlighting some fun topics associated with the theme, "Resolutions", perfect for this time of the year. When you are done reading my message, you'll find their links listed below. Be sure to check them out!
Investing in others doesn't have to cost much and when you make a handmade card like these, you also give a bit of your heart. I don't receive much happy mail but I do enjoy it when I do. However, I have the opportunity to give or mail cards for any occasion I choose - or none at all - and try to do so often. It is a goal of mine to send more out in 2018. (To get on my mailing list, join my VIP group. That's the best way for me to obtain your contact information and get to know you better!) 

Here are photos of each of the other two cards I will be teaching in a card class in February. You get the sneak peek! (You can participate in person or virtually. Contact me with interest or questions.)

I had fun creating these greetings cards with the same color scheme and hope you like the results.
These are the images used and contained in the "Notes of Inspiration" stamp set. I love them and they are perfect for inspiring others or giving them a little encouragement which is often needed.

Thank you so much for stopping by. Leave a comment and let me know which card or sentiments if your favorite. Then check out these topics on my friend's posts:
Enjoy your week!


On the 8th day of Christmas... (12 days of SAVINGS!)

...my Consultant gave to me...
When you buy two Clear Plastic Organizers, you'll get a third one (of lesser value) FREE!
Medium Organizer
Large Organizer
Keep your crafting supplies organized in our sturdy plastic, see-through, stackable storage containers. They come in a variety of sizes and can be used to store and organize many things - even beyond papercrafting supplies. (Links to the individual organizers are provided below. Through each link you will find a specific description of all options.)

Here is a video to showcase their use:
Choose from these items:


Contact me before 11:30 pm today (CST) to select this special and get two tickets into the drawing.

FULL DETAILS OF THIS SALE
To fully benefit from this 12 Days of Christmas offer, read up on the fun details posted HERE and contact me if you have questions.

Thursday, December 7, 2017

Allow Me to Serve as Santa's Helper!

Got CTMH products on your Christmas wish list and you want me to share them with your Santa?

All you have to do is access this simple form, complete the information requested, and then I'll either share the list with your friend/loved one or you can do so. The sooner you get the information to me, the quicker I can share it - to ensure what you want is under your Christmas tree this year.
This is a screenshot of the form which will be provided once the information is received:
IF YOU COMPLETE THIS FORM in time for me to share it with your Santa for purchase consideration, you'll get a ticket into a drawing for a handmade prize from me. You'll also receive ONE TICKET for each item purchased by your Santa, increasing your chances of winning. (This is a separate drawing from the 12 days of Christmas - although you could be eligible for both.) 
Link for shopping: https://mlisrobinson.closetomyheart.com/ 


On the 7th day of Christmas...

my Consultant gave to me...
Our watercolor paint set, which contains 36 colors, are different from others on the market; you will just have to trust me (we have made the comparison). The Paintbrush set - 5 paintbrushes; 3 round, 2 flat - is great for applying this medium to various surfaces including our Watercolor Paper.
The Watercolor Pencils add a splash of watercolor to your stamped creations! Apply water with the colored areas with our Waterbrush (FREE with purchase) or a damped paint brush, or use the pencils alone for regular coloring. The two boxes contains 24 pencils of various colors.
Pick a Waterbrush FREE, from the three styles listed below:

  • Small Round
  • Medium Round
  • Medium Flat

Simply fill with water and use with watercolor paints, watercolor pencil, ink pads, etc.

Contact me before 11:30 pm today (CST) to select this special and get two tickets into the drawing.

FULL DETAILS OF THIS SALE
To fully benefit from this 12 Days of Christmas offer, read up on the fun details posted HERE and contact me if you have questions.





Wednesday, December 6, 2017

Cricut Collection, You Are Here Blog Hop

Welcome to our Blog Hop where we are featuring the "You Are Here" Cricut Collection - available both as a physical cartridge or digitally.

Whether you're traveling abroad, taking a road trip, or enjoying a relaxing staycation, this Cricut Collection is sure to have everything you need to document your journey. From ourdoor escapades and family reunions to spa retreats and holiday outings, you'll find shapes and sentiments for every pit stop along the road of life.
The collection includes the following:

  • 1 - cartridge OR online code for accessing the images online (whichever you choose to purchase) which includes 700 images: shapes, titles, phrases, and font
  • 3 - My Acrylix D-size stamp sets
  • 1 - Enchantment cardstock combo pack (two-toned)

It's an AWESOME VALUE! Want to view the shape index? Click on the link to see what's contained on this cartridge. There is such a great variety of shapes.

If you are coming from Gina's Blog, you are on the right track. You can find a list of participants by clicking here.

I am so excited to share with you my creation, a little goodie perfect for any time of the year!
Using the You Are Here coffee cup, I paper-pieced this adorable treat together, forming a box for a small goodie. (I had a similar pattern from years ago - not sure where I obtained it from - and decided to recreate it.)

Papers used: Cardstock - Kraft, Cranberry, White Daisy; Patterned Paper - from Beary Christmas.
Here is a view of its dimension. (It is slightly less than 3" tall.) The bag inside contains some chocolate - a perfect treat, don't you agree?! I love creating little gift items for people and hope you find inspiration from this.
  • Design space link for the coffee cup: https://design.cricut.com/#/design/76152785 (You have to own the cartridge to access the link.) 
  • Cut two of each piece for the front and back coffee cup.
Here is the image for cutting the base. A better image can be obtained by clicking here.
Cardstock measures 3" x 5 1/4". Along the 5 1/4" side, score at 1", 2 1/8", 3 1/8", and 5 3/8". On the 3" side, score at 1". Get a solid crease on each score line. Cut on the red lines. Form a box, overlapping the first and last panel. Form the box bottom. Add the coffee mugs on the front and bag. Fill with a tasty treat.

I love comments on my blog. Consider leaving one and then please head over to Melinda's Blog to view her artwork creation using this Cricut Collection.

Happy hoppin'!