Mixed Papers

My Reflections^® paper packets are full of adorable designs useful for coordinating themes, but mixing and matching papers from various kits can be just as cute—and a whole lot of fun!



Visit my website, www.AlexG.ctmh.com, and get your October Stamp of the Month "Scandinavian Wishes" for only $5 (a $17.95 value).

Take time to create,

Alex

Artbooking Made Easy!

Welcome to Artbooking Made Easy! In this 8-month series, we will show you how to use the brand-new, revolutionary Close To My Heart Cricut^® Artbooking collection to create works of art! From mini scrapbooks to layouts, you’ll find themes to fit any occasion—just set one dial size and let Artbooking do the rest!

Join us each week for the Artbooking Made Easy series from September 2013 through April 2014. Watch the videos, learn tips on our founder Jeanette Lynton’s blog, CTMH You Tube channel or right here on my blog!



Don't forget about the awesome September Specials as we get closer to the end of the month! Get your "You are my Happy" stamp set trio and our gorgeous "Poster Tidings" September Stamp of the Month! Visit my website to get yours today at www.AlexG.ctmh.com

Take time to create,

Alex

Design Decor Delights

The art you make deserves to be seen! Show it off with all-new, delightful products from our Designed Décor line, including durable frames, mini flip stand albums, and more.

I was over the moon excited when I saw my little girls featured on the new Designed Décor Black Frame on page 70 in our Idea Book & Catalog! Here they are on a chore chart, what a great idea!

Don't forget our September Specials "You are my Happy" and "Poster Tidings" Stamp of the Month. Visit my website to place your order or for more information, www.AlexG.ctmh.com

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Alex

Find it. Crush it. Love it.

It’s time to empty your keepsakes drawer and document the memories you cherish. Keep track of ticket stubs, pictures, awards, maps, and so much more with a convenient new My Crush™ book!



Don't forget our September specials "Your are my Happy" and "Poster Tidings" Stamp of the Month. Visit my website for more information www.AlexG.ctmh.com

Take time to create,

Alex

Get Happy with our New Stamp Set Trio!

See the playful alphabet, light-hearted sentiments, and fun images of the You Are My Happy stamp set trio—exclusive for National Stamping Month! Use this set for a variety of occasions to give a cheerful touch to your projects!



I used the gift box image and my Cricut Art Philosophy to create a birthday card for my daughter.

Don't forget our September Specials! Visit my website for more information or to place your order!

Take time to create,

Alex

Subway Tidings

The September Stamp of the Month is so versatile! Use the Poster Tidings images as a block stamp, or mix and match its sentiments in the trendy subway style to make adorable cards and layouts.



Don't forget about our awesome September Specials!

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Alex

New Product Highlight: Base & Bling

With this new line of affordable, lightweight fashion accessories, it’s easy to show off your creativity. Add your personal touch to these easy-to-use base pieces for wearable crafts that are sure to impress.

The following picture is of our Fabric Necklace Kit (item Z1905) It retails for $14.95 and it includes everything you need to create this darling necklace! It also has instructions, in case you want to make yours just like this one. Click here to see it in detail and everything that is included. I was able to make one at our Convention this past summer, it was so much fun!

This is me wearing mine!

We also have an excellent selection of jewels, accents and textiles to let your creativity flow! Click here to check our entire Base & Bling wearable craft line. I played around with some of our textiles and ribbon and made a few rings and hairclips!

Hope you've enjoyed the show! Don't forget about our awesome National Stamping Month Campaign and the gorgeous September Stamp of the month, Poster Tidings! For more information click here or visit my website www.AlexG.ctmh.com

Take time to create,

Alex

Rediscover Friendship

Let your friends know you’re thinking of them by sending them this free downloadable Close To My Heart e-card. Friends send friends e-cards — just because! But hurry, this free download is only available through September 30.

You can always click on the blog badge posted on the side to get your free monthly download. You will also find information about Close To My Heart Idea Book, hosting a Gathering and becoming a consultant!

Don't forget to get your "You Are My Happy" My Acrylix Stamp set trio for just $10 with your $50 order. Then, add the September stamp of the month "Poster Tidings" for just $5! These offers end September 30, click here to start shopping!

Take time to create,

Alex

September Happenings!

I can't believe September is here! So many great things happening this month! Kids are in school, the hot days of summer are coming to an end and one of my favorite things, National Stamping Month! And what does that mean to you? National Stamping Month always features an awesome deal with incredibly cute product! Not only do we have a great deal for you, but we also have an adorable Stamp of the month and it can be yours for only $5!

Here are the deets!

*Celebrate National Stamping Month by ordering our new, exclusive “You Are My Happy” stamp set trio for just $10 only during September. When you place an order of $50 or more at a home gathering or online, you qualify for this whimsical triple stamp set of cheerful sentiments, images, and an alphabet to complement life’s silly, sweet, and serendipitous moments.

The stamp set trio, which arrives on three D-size carrier sheets in two envelopes, is stylistically designed so all images coordinate to help you celebrate your happy times all year! Visit my website today to get your own You Are My Happy stamp set trio for just $10 — a savings of $37.90 over retail value! Offer valid September 1–30, 2013.

 

 *With the September Stamp of the Month set, “Poster Tidings”, you’ll have exactly the right words to express what you feel this upcoming holiday season. All of your favorite holiday phrases are included on these fun block stamps, and mixing and matching words is easy to do using the masking technique! The trendy “subway art” look is a cinch with the September Stamp of the Month, so make sure to get it while you can! Offer expires September 30, 2013.

Don’t miss out on any of these awesome specials! Visit www.AlexG.ctmh.com and start shopping!

Take time to create,

Alex

What's New in Stamps!

Check out the latest in stamping: updated E-size stamp sets, larger stamp sets included in Workshops on the Go™, mini stamps, and a few classics from Jeanette’s archive.



Visit my website and browse all of our new My Acrylix stamp sets and all the new products!

Take time to create,

Alex

Rediscover Campaign

Are you ready to Rediscover Close to my heart? Our Rediscover Campaign is in full swing! Click on the blog badge posted on the side to get your free monthly download. You will also find information about Close To My Heart Idea Book, hosting a Gathering and becoming a consultant!

Click here or on the badge on the side for this month's free exclusive stationary download! But hurry, this free download is only available until August 31!

Don't forget to get your FREE "A Chocolate Affair" My Acrylix Stamp set with your $50 order. This offer ends August 31, click here to start shopping!

Take time to create,

Alex

"A Chocolate Affair"

I love this month's Stamp of the month "A Chocolate Affair"! The images are super yummy and so cute. The best part is that you can get yours FREE! Just place a $50 order on my website, www.AlexG.ctmh.com and add it to your cart.

I had the chance to play with it and wanted to share the two little projects I made.

This set is only available until August 31, get yours today!

Take time to create,

Alex

Hostess Rewards: Better than ever!

There are new—and incredibly adorable—rewards just for Hostesses in the form of seven trendy stamp sets. Watch as one of these sets transforms a layout into a washi wonderland! And, be sure to share the good news with your customers!



Don't forget to get your FREE "A Chocolate Affair" My Acrylix Stamp Set with your $50 order. Click here to start shopping! Offer ends August 31.

Take time to create,

Alex

Ombre Technique

Dress up titles and sentiments in vibrant colors to make your lettering fresh. With the ombré technique, you can watch colors of your choice melt together for a fun new style.



Don't forget to get your FREE A Chocolate Affair My Acrylix Stamp set with your $50 order. Click here to start shopping!

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Alex

Get Organized

The large organizer makes it so easy to organize your crafting supplies! Store up to 40 stamp sets, all the supplies you need for a crop, and more in this sturdy and stackable container.



Check out the organization section on my website! Click here to view everything you'll need to organize your stamps, inks, papers and much more!

Don't forget to get your FREE A Chocolate Affair My Acrylix Stamp set with your $50 order. Click here to start shopping!

Take time to create,

Alex

Background Stamps

Discover tips and tricks for using background stamp sets to create continuous images, personalized patterned papers, and nested designs.



Don't forget to get your A Chocolate Affair FREE this month only with your $50 order. Visit my website, www.AlexG.ctmh.com to place your order! Offer available August 1- 31, 2013 only.

 

 

Take time to create,

Alex

Get a FREE stamp!

August is an especially sweet time to shop — when you place an order of $50 or more during August, you’ll receive the August Stamp of the Month set, A Chocolate Affair, FREE! This D-size stamp set with a retail value of $17.95 includes 16 images and sentiments that will have your friends salivating over your chocolaty layouts and cards. Make every project a treat with this must-have set.

Jump-start the fun by ordering the items from the list below to create this artwork! You’ll find helpful assembly tips at my website, www.AlexG.ctmh.com click on Promotions, then Stamp of the month, or click here.

Babycakes Paper Packet($9.95, X7173B, p. 37)

Ruby Chevron Ribbon($6.95, Z1846, p. 120)

Designed Décor Black Frame($26.95, Z1880, p. 71)

Mini Clothes Pins($3.95, Z1815, p. 72)

Pink Glitter Gems($3.95, Z1807, p. 117)

Color-Ready Midtown Cork Shapes($4.95, Z1863, p. 123)

Cricut® Art Philosophy Collection($99, Z1686, p. 61)
RECOMMENDED BLOCKS: 1" × 3½" (Y1002), 2" × 2"(Y1003), 2" × 3½" (Y1009)


Take time to create,

Alex