thank you, tracher card made using the Art Philosophy cartridge.

Hello, friends!

This week is teacher appreciation week at my son's school. He requested that I make his wonderful teacher a card, so I obliged him. He told me her favorite color is purple and emphasized that it must include purple. I thought and thought about what to do. I know that the usual school themed cards are usually what is exchanged, but with the requirement of purple I had to do something different. Purple flowers are some of the most beautiful flowers and since I LOVE crafting with flowers..... I bet you can guess which direction I took *wink* I know I know....I just cannot help myself!

For this project, I used the Art Philosophy cartridge and the Girls Rock stamp set (it coordinates with the Art Philosophy cartridge). I also used a cuttlebug folder (appropriately called Simple Flowers) to emboss the pale aqua paper. I think the subtle embossed flowers go nicely with the stamped flowers. 

CCR file: https://www.box.com/s/zilvwo3mgcuwgt560ydf
GYPSY file: https://www.box.com/s/ir1ea5vazriribmxyoan

I used the Girls Rock stamp set to create my own patterned paper. I just love this effect. It helps me to create exactly the look I want!

I also used the stamp set to stamp on the flower and the leaves that I cut out using the Art philosophy cartridge. The monochromatic look is very chic I think.

This week's prize is the Teddy Bear on Parade cartridge!

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May Specials

If you place an order in May you will be put in for a drawing for brand new pink cricut machine with Plantin Schoolbook and Accent Essentials® cartridges, PLUS the Pink Journey and rare digital Mother’s Day Bouquet cartridges! Your chance of winning is pretty high as I have only had a few orders so far this month! This is never the case, so if you are wanting the pink machine place an order!

 

Get the exclusive paper packet for only $10 when you spend $35!

In honor of National Scrapbooking Month, you can get the yummy Dream Pop paper packet for only $10 when you spend $35 in May (valued at $19.95 retail)! This exclusive paper packet includes 12 cardstock sheets as well as 12 B&T Duos^® papers that were specifically designed for this promotion only—you can’t get these sweet colors and patterns anywhere else! Start National Scrapbooking Month off right with a unique paper packet at a bargain price and get your creative juices flowing! Also, consider hosting this month: Hostesses receive one paper packet free with qualifying May Gathering sales totals of $400 or more.

*Shipping/handling and tax apply. Not available for purchase at full retail. Offer valid May 1–31, 2013, while supplies last. Qualifying purchases must be current, retail-priced product.

Dates: Offer valid May 1–31, 2013.

Also, the May stamp of the month called Pinwheel  and is REALLY fun. It is another stamp set that coordinates with the Artiste cartridge which makes it super easy to use. Pinwheels are so popular at the moment and with these cuties you can add that little bit extra to your cards, scrapbook pages, and more!

This stamp set, regularly priced at $17.95, is available for only $5 with a qualifying $50 order this month only. If papercrafting makes your world go ’round, hurry and get the Pinwheel stamp set during the month of May to make your artwork sparkle and spin!


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

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cut out frame card made using the Art Philosophy cartridge.

Hello, friends!

 Today I have a elegant card that I made using the Art Philosophy cartridge, Frame Flair stamp set (it coordinates with the Art philosophy cartridge), and the Happy Thoughts stamp set.

By the way, I have had tons of customers requesting a special cricut stamp section on my order site. Well, do I have great news for you! I passed that request along and now it is a reality. If you want to know which stamp sets coordinate with the Art Philosophy and Artiste cartridges click here ==> Cricut compatible stamps

CCR file: https://www.box.com/s/eysrxr29gqe3xseaaujn
GYPSY file: https://www.box.com/s/6p8e70xqgmf6er1ngzmy

This is the stamp set that I used. It is called Frame Flair. It is one of my favorite stamp sets and I will be using it a ton, so I hope you guys do not get sick of it.

I used one of the NEW Anna Griffin cuttlebug folders to add just that little bit extra!

I stamped the frame first and then stamped the sentiment. After that, I stamped the flowers. Lastly, I colored in the frame with a Close To My Heart marker.

 This week's giveaway is the Suburbia cartridge.

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2) Leave a comment under one or all posts this week for maximum chances. See HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment. 

February Specials (6 days left)

If you place an order with me this month from the new catalog you will be entered to win a NEW Pink Cricut machine!

Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 when you place an order of $50 or more in products. 

Home Sweet Home SET OF 4 Available February 1–28, 2013

 

February is sure to be a month of digital delights because you can purchase any Studio J^® layout for only $5—that’s a savings of $1.95 per layout! This is a great opportunity to try Studio J for the first time. Create adorable baby layouts with the Wishes and Fishes kit (shown), or use the new Express Collections with collections of 10 ready-made layouts plus a front and back cover that are easy to use and professionally designed. Preserve your memories at a low price for a truly digital delight!

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

Have a FABULOUS Friday!


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Happy Valentine's Day card made using the NEW Anna Griffin cuttlebug folders!

Hello, friends!

Today I have a card that I made using one of the NEW Anna Griffin  cuttlebug folders called Rosa (which will be available tomorrow on HSN) and the Holiday Frames and Tags cartridge (to inquiring on purchasing this cartridge click here).

Those who know me, know how much I love anything Anna Griffin! When I found out that Provo Craft would be working with her, I was positively giddy! As long as I have had a relationship with PC I have begged for some kind of partnership.

This partnership has bore several cuttlebug folders and an Anna Griffin exclusive cuttlebug machine! Now if they could collaborate on a cartridge my crafting life would be complete! Can you imagine a cartridge that would cut Anna gorgeous flowers? Fingers crossed!

ccr file: https://www.box.com/s/9fy1ir572mh2x44vihm3
gypsy file: https://www.box.com/s/aywdm3iau0bpfivhq02z

I used Close To My Heart cardstock.

The sentiment is the January stamp of the month. I also stamped the roses in gray on with the same stamp set.

 This week's giveaway is the Bridal Shower cartridge!

 To win:
1) Follow this blog or subscribe via email.
2) Leave a comment under one or all posts this week for maximum chances. See HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment.

Don't forget there is a new catalog starting February 1st, so if there is something you want out of this catalog get it now! Also, there is only 17% stock left of the Whoo's Your Valentine kit, so get it while you can!

 January Specials

Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 (S1301A) when you place an order of $50 or more in products. 

Happy Valentine’s SET OF 7 Available January 1–31, 2013

Also, celebrate National Papercrafting Month with an incredible deal—our Whooo’s Your Valentine kit (CC1022) for only $10! Combine your love of papercrafting with the contents of this kit to create personalized valentines—perfect for classrooms and other group settings. This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart product from the Autumn/ Winter 2012 Idea Book. You’ll receive 12 die-cut boxes, 3 cardstock sheets, 1 sheet of silver glitter paper, 12 treat tubes, and an exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit. This kit offers you a sneak peek at two new Spring/Summer 2013 products: the treat tubes and the silver glitter paper! Decorate the die-cut boxes with the stamp images, cardstock, and glitter paper. Then attach the clear tube and fill with treats for valentines in a cinch! Offer good until January 31st. Quantities are limited!

 

  The Kit includes:


12 — Die-CutBoxes(3eachof4colors:Blush,Hollyhock,Ruby,WhiteDaisy) 
3 — 12" x 12" Cardstock Sheets (Blush, Hollyhock, White Daisy) 
1 — Sheet Silver Glitter Paper—new product for Spring/Summer 2013! 
12 — Treat Tubes with Lids—new product for Spring/Summer 2013! 
1—My Acrylix® Whooo’s Your Valentine Stamp Set (D-size)  

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

Have a TERRIFIC Tuesday!


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Christmas cheer card made using the Create a critter cartridge and Artiste cartridge.

Hello, friends!

Today I have a Christmas card that I made using the Create A Critter 2 and Artiste cartridges. I also used my cuttlebug and the October stamp of the month. I keep forgetting how awesome the cuttlebug is! Joy uses it all the time and her stuff looks beautiful. Maybe I am so busy putting bows on things to remember to cuttlebug. Maybe I should make more of an effort to use it though because I just love how it looks!

The cuttlebug folder is called the Wedding Set and is really beautiful!

CCR file: https://www.box.com/s/0rpkbycl0hmk5rcc1uzo
Gypsy File: https://www.box.com/s/n9ed4km1i83oarln0l6y

I used all Close To My Heart cardstock except for the little star which was cut out using DCWV glitter paper.

I used the October Stamp of the Month for the sentiment. I used sparkles from Close To My Heart to add that little bit extra.

I used a cuttlebug folder from the Wedding set. This may be my most favorite cuttlebug folder of all time!

 I will see you guys back here tomorrow with a fall project.

October Specials

Back by popular demand, I am giving away one E2 Cricut machine to a lucky customer. To be eligible to win, you have to place an order on my Close To My Heart website this month. That is it! I will draw a winner November 1st.

The October stamp of the month is a total must have! It is called Very Merry Christmas and coordinates with the Artiste cartridge, so if you have that cartridge you are going to want to snatch this up! It makes tag making a total snap!

As always, this stamp set (retail price of $17.95) is only $5 with any order of $50 or more!

 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 Thursday!


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Pretty flower card made using the Picturesque cartridge and my trusty cuttlebug.

Hello, friends!

How was your weekend? Mine seemed really short. I had a Biology project I had to work on and that pretty much took all weekend. Hopefully, you guys had a much more relaxing and fun last few days!

Today's card is made using the Picturesque cartridge(my all time favorite until Damask and Elegant Edges). This elusive cartridge is now available at JoAnn's. I also used the cuttlebug to make this beautiful texture. I think it adds a lot to this simple card.

I used Bo Bunny paper.

I cut the flowers out at 1 1/2".

I used my trusty cuttlebug and the Victoria folder for the wonderful texture!

Have you checked out our Imagine giveaway over at Everyday Cricut? Click here ==> IMAGINE GIVEAWAY

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I will see you all back here tomorrow!

Have a MAGICAL Monday!

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Happy Happy Birthday! using the Imagine More Cards cartridge and the Imagine!

Hello, friends!

I hope you are all having a nice week. For those of you who are on spring break just like me, I hope that you are having some fun in the sunshine! We went to the park yesterday for a picnic and had a great time. I am hoping to get out and do more today!

Well, tomorrow is Hello Thursday and Provo Craft has not sent us the cartridges yet. They were supposed to go in the mail yesterday, so here's hoping they show up today! sigh. Good thing it is Spring Break and I have some time to make last minute things :-(

Today I have a card that was made using my Imagine and the Imagine More Cards cartridge. I just love this cartridge because it is like the Imagine version of Just Because Cards!

Anyway, this card is supposed to be a 'good luck' card, but my brother is a St. Patty's baby so I always make his birthday cards with shamrocks/four-leaf clovers on them. I also used a cuttlebug cut and emboss plate for the little tag that I stamped 'happy happy birthday on. Love that cuttlebug folder!!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!!


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Thank you for giving me a hand! card made using my cuttlebug and Papertrey Ink dies!

Hello, friends!!

Today I have a card I made using Papertrey Ink dies and my cuttlebug. I just love using these dies with my cuttlebug because it is super fast to throw something together. With just a quick crank from your cuttlebug and you have all the elements you need to make a really pretty card. Now that Papertrey Ink has stamps that coordinate with the dies it is just turn key. Also, they are very reasonably priced. Oh and just so you know I am not affiliated with Papertrey Ink what so ever...I just really love their products!

I used Pink Paisley paper.

The stamps are from Papertrey Ink. The ribbon is from SU!

Thanks so much for stopping by! I look forward to seeing you all back here tomorrow!


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