Pear and partridge card making kit.

Hello, friends!

 I know many of are starting your holiday cards. This can be a daunting task, but if you are like me, this is how you justify this hobby. You say, "look how great these handmade cards are. They are so much better than the store bought ones". Now, this is totally true, but thinking about making ten tons of cards might make you want to hide under your bed until New Year. However,  Close To My Heart has a great card kit ( called Pear and Partridge card making kit) that will make this so much easier! It has all the paper, envelopes,  and embellishments (a roll of ribbon and some sparkles) you will need to make 15 cards with 3 different designs. Not only that, it includes one of the most beautiful Christmas stamp sets I have ever seen and is only available for purchase with the kit.

Here is the link for the kit: http://melaniebrown.ctmh.com/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=6869&CatalogID=1639

Here is a photo of the stamp set that is included. It even includes a great sentiment for the inside of our cards. This is absolutely turn key!

If you are like me at all, you do not like making cards from a recipe. I like the idea that the recipe give, but I need to make it my own. This week I am going to show you the card the way that Close To My Heart designed it (which is beautiful by the way) PLUS I am going to show you my interpretation of the card. I added a Cricut cut and just a little bit of my card making style to my version.

Here is the Close To My Heart version. Again you get full instructions on how to cut all the paper and stamp the card.

Here is my version. I used the Artiste cartridge, but you could use whatever cartridge moves you. Although, if you have not bought the Artiste cartridge and are interested please do not hesitate to let me know! It can be your Christmas present to yourself!

As you can see my version slightly different. I made the stamping a little more involved. Also, I changed up where the ribbon went. Doesn't that Cricut cut make all the difference! I just love what it does for this card.

CCR file: https://www.box.com/s/9gootbc40k4b2a370jxr

Gypsy file: https://www.box.com/s/jlyev8air549gcq5l2ek

Here are some additional photos and information on the kit.

This is what is included in the kit.

Thanks for dropping in! I will be back tomorrow with the second card and my version!

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November Specials
This month's stamp of the month coordinates with the Artiste cartridge and is perfect for those of you who like to make your own mini calendars. Also it has a GREAT journing box for layouts!
Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 (S1211A) when you place an order of $50 or more in products!  
 
To show support of Red Cross relief efforts for those areas of the US severely affected by Hurricane Sandy, Close To My Heart will donate $1 for every Stamp of the Month set sold as a part of our November promotion. Just one more reason to "Capture The Date, Capture the Savings" this month!

Also, in November, you’ll get something extra when you buy the Stamp of the Month—50% off another stamp set! When you qualify for and buy the November Stamp of the Month set, Capture the Date, you’ll receive another stamp set* of your choice for 50% off—it’s like two promotions in one! The versatile Capture the Date stamp set is great for any layout, card, invitation, or calendar, and now you can choose another stamp set at half-off for more wonderful papercrafting. Get Capture the Date and then capture the savings today!

* Offer valid for A-E and M size stamp sets only; K-size, Workshops on the Go^®, Cricut^® collection, and Stamp of the Month stamp sets are not eligible for this promotion. Maximum of one 50% off stamp set per order.

Dates: Offer valid November 1–30, 2012

If there has been a stamp set that you have had your eye on, but have not taken the plunge yet...this is your promo! 

Now don't forget that you can still buy the fabulous Artiste and Art Philosophy cartridges, so if you have not taken the plunge yet, come on in the water is great!

To order click here ==> Melanie's Close To My Heart website

Have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!

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