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Showing posts with label National Stamping Month. Show all posts
Showing posts with label National Stamping Month. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Happy National Stamping Month!

   Holy cats....a month just flew by and I am exhausted! haha This little one is definitely the hardest "job" I've ever had, and has come with its challenges. However, I am loving my new role as a mom, and am absolutely in awe of this little person that stole my heart!

   With a new month, though, comes new steals, deals, and exciting news from CTMH! My newsletter went out last night, but here's the link for anyone that wants to catch up on all the details for this month:

Candid Correspondence: September Newsletter
 
   I am hoping to post some artwork this month and start to get back in the swing of things again! Thank you for being patient with me as I figure out my new normal each day! :) Have a wonderful rest of your week, and until next time:

Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

End of September Review

    Another crazy month is in the books, folks; fall is officially here, the kids are settled back in school, and Halloween is staring us in the face! Man the time does fly!

    It is also the end of all the amazing steals and deals that September has to offer! You really don't want to miss out on all the amazing ways to score FREE CTMH products this month! 


September is National Stamping Month!!!


    All month long I have been sharing CTMH's inspirational projects using the #30yearsofhappy stamp set! This awesome C-sized stamp set contains 30 mini stamps that coordinate perfectly with any types of papers and themes you have in your stash! 


    Plus you can still get this stamp set for FREE when you place an order of $30 or more on any current retail-priced stamps!

     It's been an awesome 30 years of Jeanette Lynton, CTMH's founder and CEO, being in the industry, and what a perfect way to celebrate with us this month! 


     Make sure and get your FREE #30yearsofhappy stamp set before midnight tonight because after that these cute stamps are gone for good!






Candid Crafter's (yay new brand name!!!) Annual Anniversary Celebration


    September marks my 1 year anniversary of teaching CTMH workshops and classes!I have had such an amazing year meeting all of you and getting a chance to share my passion for papercrafting! I feel so blessed to have found this company, and to be a part of something that highlights relationships, memories, and personal growth! I absolutely love my job, and cannot wait to share another year with all of you!

     To celebrate this very important month I am offering my "Annual Anniversary Celebration Special" for anyone that places an order with me this month!



    This is the perfect month to take advantage of this special promotion, too, because there are so many other steals and deals that you can combine with my Anniversary special! 



September Stamp-of-the-Month: Family Is Forever


    This month's SOTM is a super cute 7 piece set called "Family Is Forever"! I love this stamp set! It's so versatile, and can work with so many different projects! You can get this awesome stamp set for only $5 this month with any purchase of $50 or more! Check out this cute stamp and some fun projects:



    Let's break this down in terms of all the FREE stuff you could get with your order this month:

Spend $50 to get the September SOTM                                                       FREEBIES                   

$30 out of the $50 spent on stamp sets of your choice              #30yearsofhappy stamp set ($13.95 value)

$20 out of the $50 on your fav CTMH products                                    Exclusive Ink Pad ($5.95 value)
                                                                                                             A-sized stamp set ($6.95 value)

Reached the $50 order total                                                               $5 SOTM special ($17.95 value)
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$50 of your favorite products = $39.80 saved in FREE products                     


Upcoming Candid Cricut Club



How would you like to be part of a special club that explores all the possibilities of all 4 of the CTMH Cricut Collections through tips, tricks, demonstrations, FREE workshops, and so much more? 


    If this sounds like an awesome deal to you, then sign up for my Candid Cricut Club starting this month! Simply fill out the form with your name and email address. Then in the message please write "Sign me up for the Candid Cricut Club"! I will add you to the list, and send you more information about the club via email!



     I am so excited for this new club! It's completely FREE to join, and will have lots of tutorials, projects, and other fun things to participate in each month! 


    Plus, there's a bonus giveaway that I am extending into October! Sign up for my Candid Cricut Club anytime in September or October AND purchase the brand new Artfully Sent Cricut Collection, and you will be eligible to receive 2 Cricut Compatible Stamp sets of your choice!!!*

*This promotion is only good when you sign up and order through Karina McQuistan. No other orders from other consultants will be honored. Free stamps sets with purchase are any of the Cricut Compatible A or B-sized sets available on my Online Shopping Site


    You still have time to take advantage of all these amazing freebies and goodies this month! If you have any questions or need help placing your order, please do not hesitate to ask! I would love to help you maximize the goodies you have coming to you! Have fun planning your order, and until next time:
Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Falling in Love with Mini Stamps

    I have another amazing set of projects to share with you today from CTMH's design team! I love all the projects that they have been putting out all month, and hope you have enjoyed them as well!

    If you haven't already fallin' in love with the #30yearsofhappy stamp set this month, you definitely will! I love these cute mini stamps and all the adorable mini projects that have been made using them! Here's your inspiration to get crafty this week:

(9.17) Simple and sweet card with a little bit of shimmer trim peeking out!
(9.18) It's not too early to get started on making gift tags for the upcoming gift giving season!
(9.19) This cute little party favor bag is perfect for any type of party! Simple yet effective = LOVE IT!!!
(9.20) More CAS (Clean and Simple) card ideas for some quick and easy cards to add to your stash!
(9.21) CTMH's Canvas bags are perfect for treats, holding mini cards, home decorating, and so much more! Spruce up the bag with simple touches like ribbon and tags, and you have the perfect accent piece!
(9.22) Embossing powders are back and better than ever! Using them on mini cards like this give just the perfect amount of pop to your project! Plus did you notice the mini staples.....ahhhh...tool crush!
(9.23) I love this hybrid tag-card idea from the Art Philosophy Cricut cartridge! Want to know how to make this adorable card? Check out the video CTMH put on Instagram!
(9.24) I love the use of the #30yearsofhappy stamp set with the Artfully Sent Cricut Cartridge!
    You still have time to get this FREE stamp set for yourself! Just place an order of $30 or more in your favorite stamp sets, and you automatically qualify for the #30yearsofhappy set! Join me in the mini craze today, and start falling in love with your own mini projects! Until next time:

Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Inspiration Overload

    Good Morning from Grand Portage! I hope you all are enjoying your week! We are having a nice time up here along the lake, but man did it get chilly this week! It definitely feels like fall up here! I will be sharing some photos from our trip later next week!

   Today I wanted to get you all caught up on the super cute projects CTMH has been sharing this week using this month's #30yearsofhappy stamp set! I love this set! It's so versatile and handy for all types of projects! Here are the adorable and inspirational projects CTMH has shared on Facebook and Instagram this week:

(9/8) Why not mount a card on a cute background piece like this chevron one from the Basic Fundamentals Pack? I love this look, and can't wait to try this when I get home!
(9.9) Look at this super cute mini treat bag using the new Adventure Fundamentals paper pack! Love this!
(9.10) Need a party favor? Try making a super cute fortune cookie favor! Need help? Check out the video CTMH posted on how to assemble this cute little project!
(9.11) I love making mini cards, and what better way to accent a homemade card than with a cute homemade envelope!

(9.12) This is such a fun color combo on this cute mini card!

(9.13) Alter a stamp by fussy cutting only the image you want on your project! In this case, the "hey" was fussy cut off of the Cranberry and Canary colored butterflies!
(9.14) Need a quick gift? Why not use CTMH's Designer Creations Slate Bag and add some quick decorations using the #30yearsofhappy stamp set, a die-cut, a mini clothes pin, and some Baker's Twine!!??!!

(9.15) Make a small image pop by heat embossing it with CTMH's new embossing powders!

(9.16) Why are mini things so stinking cute? This mini box was cut on the Cricut using the Whimsy Fundamentals Paper pack! Add some quick embellishments and some love notes, and you have a super cute gift set that anyone would love!

    I love all the projects CTMH is sharing this month! I cannot wait to try out a bunch of these for myself! You can get all the supplies you need, including the #30yearsofhappy stamp set, on my online shop! Act quick, though, because you only have a few days left to get this super cute stamp set for FREE this month!




    I will be back home on Saturday if anyone needs help placing their September order! Have a great rest of your week, and I will see you all soon! Make time to get creative this week, and until next time:

Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Sunday, September 7, 2014

Sunday Funday

    Happy Sunday everyone! I hope this finds you all doing well and enjoying your weekend! Today I am trying to be productive and get some small projects done around my house! So I'm patching holes, touching up paint, hanging curtain rods, staining crates, and organizing my office/craft room!

    Yes I'm still working on the craft room! I am hoping to have it all done with everything in it's own place by the end of the month! The nice thing is I have been able to use my island already to create some projects for this month, but that doesn't help me keep things picked up and tidy (yet)! I promise I'll post pictures as soon as it doesn't look like a bomb of craft supplies went off in there!

    On Friday I posted about CTMH's 30 days of project posts. Did you get a chance to check them out? Are you following along on Facebook and/or Instagram? Here are the super cute projects they have posted this weekend using the new #30yearsofhappy stamp set:

Super cute pillow box made with the Artiste cartridge, Chalk It Up Assortment, Baker's Twine, and Glacier ink.
Super cute tag made with shimmer trim, slate diagonal ribbon, and Chalk It Up Assortments.
Another cute tag using stamping, topiary ribbon, and gold sequins! I love the color palette: Glacier, Flaxen, and Whisper!
    You still have time to get this super cute stamp set for yourself! It's FREE this month when you purchase $30 or more in My Arcylix stamps! It's a steal, friends! You can order your stamps and get your freebies on my online shop today! 

    Another quick reminder.....did you see my new Candid Cricut Club starting this month??? It's going to be a ton of fun, and it's totally FREE to join!!! Make sure and check out all the perks here and sign up soon!


    Have a great rest of your Sunday, everyone! Enjoy the football games, and make some time to get crafty! Until next time:
Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Friday, September 5, 2014

Freakin Weekend Kickoff

    Woohooo! It's Friday! I hope you all are having a great week so far! I having been busy pre-cutting all the cards for next week's Christmas Card Buffet! I still have room if you haven't had a chance to sign up yet! Please just let me know by Sunday, September 7th at the latest!


    This month is all about celebrations!! Have you been following along with CTMH Corporate's Facebook page and/or Instagram account (@ctmhcorp this week? Every day during the month of September CTMH is posting pictures of projects and artwork made using the brand new #30yearsofhappy stamp set! If you have missed it, check out this week's projects:

September 1st project

September 2nd project

September 3rd project

September 4th project

    I love all of these! I definitely am inspired to start playing with this super cute stamp set! Are you ready to get this stamp set for yourself? How about for FREE???

    It's super easy! Purchase $30 worth of retail priced My Acrylix stamps this month, and you automatically qualify for this 30 piece stamp set for FREE!


    Plus don't forget that you can piggyback this special with some of the other Anniversary specials I have going on this month! It's the perfect month to stock up on all those new CTMH goodies you have been scoping out! Start shopping now to take advantage of these amazing deals, and make sure and check out my Steals & Deals page to see all the awesome steals for the month!

    Have a great weekend, everyone, and make sure to get some crafty time in as well! Until next time:

Here's to life, love, and creativity!

Monday, September 1, 2014

Annual Anniversary Celebration

    Happy Labor Day, everyone! I hope you all are having a great Monday and enjoying your extended weekend! I have a lot of awesome steals and deals to share with you today to kick off the first of the month!

September is National Stamping Month!!!


    Are you ready to celebrate National Stamping Month with Close To My Heart? This month when you spend $30 on any current retail-priced stamps, you will qualify to receive an exclusive C-sized stamp set, #30yearsofhappy, for FREE!

    This special offer is part of CTMH's celebration of National Stamping Month and in honor of our ongoing celebration of CTMH's founder and CEO Jeanette Lynton’s 30-year anniversary in the scrapbooking and stamping industry!

    This exclusive stamp set features 30 mini images and sentiments perfectly suited for 30 days of happy stamping! Plus, make sure you check out Close To My Heart’s Facebook page and Instagram during September to follow all the ways we’re celebrating #30yearsofhappy for a full 30 days!



 

Candid Captures' Annual Anniversary Celebration


    September marks my 1 year anniversary of teaching CTMH workshops and classes!I have had such an amazing year meeting all of you and getting a chance to share my passion for papercrafting! I feel so blessed to have found this company, and to be a part of something that highlights relationships, memories, and personal growth! I absolutely love my job, and cannot wait to share another year with all of you!

     September also marks my 2 year wedding anniversary (I know it goes fast)! So to celebrate this very important month I am offering my "Annual Anniversary Celebration Special" for anyone that places an order with me this month!

    This is the perfect month to take advantage of this special promotion, too, because there are so many other steals and deals that you can combine with my Anniversary special!




September Stamp-of-the-Month: Family Is Forever


    This month's SOTM is a super cute 7 piece set called "Family Is Forever"! I love this stamp set! It's so versatile, and can work with so many different projects! You can get this awesome stamp set for only $5 this month with any purchase of $50 or more! Check out the images below:

Here's a card I made using the September SOTM and Scaredy Cat paper. I stamped the images in Slate, Glacier, Lagoon, and Thistle inks! Then I distressed Thistle, Desert Sand, and Lagoon cardstock pieces to layer on the card as well. I was inspired by the Sept SOTM layout featured in the Idea Book for this card!

 

Pick Your Party Promo


    My "Pick Your Party" special promotion is still being offered during the months of September & October! Here are the details you need to know to take advantage of this amazing new special:


  • Host a workshop sometime during the months of August-October
  • Choose the style of workshop you would like to have: Online or In-home (can be at your house or mine!)
  • Choose the type of workshop you would like to have: Scrapbooking/Memory Keeping, Cardmaking, or Home Decor

Here are the amazing benefits of being a host at one of my workshops:


  • When you host a workshop during the months of August-October, you automatically qualify for a NEW paper collection of your choice with matching complements!
  • The night of your workshop you get to choose a surprise grab bag containing new products!
  • You will make a FREE project the night of your workshop!
  • You will receive the new Annual Inspirations Idea Book for FREE!
  • The chance to receive exclusive stamp sets only available to hosts
  • The chance to receive FREE and DISCOUNTED Close to My Heart products of your choice with CTMH's exclusive hostess rewards program!
  • AND so much more!!!
 
  So don't delay! My calendar will fill up fast for these next 2 months, but I want to make sure I see you on it! Get a hold of me to start scheduling your workshop today!

 

Artfully Sent Cricut Collection Update


    If you're anything like me, you are anxiously awaiting the release of CTMH's brand new Cricut collection called "Artfully Sent"! This amazing new cartridge features over 700 images, 400 different completed projects, and an abundance of creative elements to add to any of your crafting projects!


    My favorite thing about this new cartridge are all the different styles of cards that can be simply cut from my Cricut! I had a chance to play with some of these card cuts at Convention this past July! Check out a couple of the cards we made:

The front of a pop-up card we made!
Inside of the pop-up card featuring a cute hot air balloon! All of the banner pieces coordinate in relation to the size of the card. So finalizing the details on the card is super easy and cute! We also added a little Gold Shimmer trim, and some stamping from the "Happy Birds" stamp set!
Here's one of my favorite cards we made at Convention! It was so simple and fun to make, too! All you need is the "Happy Sunshine" Cricut card cut, Glacier CS, Canary CS, and Colonial White CS. Then we stamped some cute images and fussy cut those for the front. Added some Gold Shimmer Trim and Gold Sequins....and Ta-dah! Beautiful!
This was another super fast and easy card from the "Artfully Sent" Cricut cartridge. It's a tri-fold card with the wreath die-cut piece added to the circle center. Then we stamped the flower from the "Happy Birds" stamp set on the background, and the circle and 'thank you' from the "Have a Happy Day" stamp set. The cardstock and stamped image ink are both Flaxen, a brand new CTMH color!
Here are just a few examples of different cards made with the Artfully Sent Cricut Collection!

    I cannot wait to get my hands on this amazing new cartridge! As of this week, Provo Craft is expecting to release the cartridge to Close to My Heart in early to mid-September! I will keep you posted as I hear more these next couple weeks!

 

Upcoming Candid Cricut Club


Would you like to be one of the first to order this amazing new Cricut Collection from CTMH?
How would you like to be part of a special club that explores all the possibilities of all 4 of the CTMH Cricut Collections? 

    If this sounds like an awesome deal to you, then sign up for my Candid Cricut Club starting this month! Simply fill out the form with your name and email address. Then in the message please write "Sign me up for the Candid Cricut Club"! I will add you to the list, and send you more information about the club via email!

    I am so excited for this new club! It's completely FREE to join, and will have lots of tutorials, projects, and other fun things to participate in each month! Plus, there's a bonus giveaway! Sign up for my Candid Cricut Club anytime in September AND purchase the brand new Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge this month (once it's released) and you will receive 2 Cricut Compatible Stamp sets of your choice!!!


    What are you waiting for? Sign up for this amazing new club from Candid Captures today so you don't miss all out on any of the monthly projects, tips & tricks, and other fun tutorials featuring your Cricut!


    Isn't September exciting??!!??? There's so much going on, and so many deals to take advantage of this month! It definitely is a great month to be a Close to My Heart fan!

    If you have any questions, feel free to ask! I would love to help you out! Otherwise, have fun shoppin', dealin', and stealin' this month! Until next time:

Here's to life, love, and creativity!