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Saturday, June 1, 2013

June Specials with Close To My Heart

Card I created using the June Stamp of the Month (see #2 below for details and products used list)
Whew! May went by in a rush for me.  June is already here, and with it so many exciting specials with CTMH. I must admit, I'm a bit excited about a couple of other things in June as well...one of which is the fact that our daughter, her hubby and their 3 beautiful children arrive today for a visit!  YIPEEEEEE skipeeee!  I have lots to do before they get here this afternoon!  

So, without further ado, I'll share the June specials with you so I can go get all of the food ready for our cookout today and Dan the Man's birthday dinner tomorrow. 

I hope you'll take the time to read the whole post today. It's full of great deals and opportunities to help worthy causes!  There's a quick "sum it all up" after the explanations for the 4 specials at the end of the post in blue.

Here's what's happening in June with CTMH (note that if you participate in #3 and #4, your purchases support donations to worthy causes):
1.  It's a Banner Month!
2.  June Stamp of the Month
3.  Military Stamp Sets: Get Patriotic...Stamp Style!
4.  "Thank You" Continues to Support Oklahoma
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1.  It's a Banner Month!:  In June, Receive a free My Creations® mini banner! Make it a “banner” day by placing a $25 order that includes a stamp set* to receive your free mini banner. The mini banner includes 10 chipboard pennants in 4 different shapes with 9 jump rings for hanging. Use the mini banner as a decoration for your parties and get-togethers this summer for many “banner” days!

*qualifying stamp sets are sets that have a SKU number that begins with A, B, C, D or E.  M and K stamps are not included. 

If you are shopping on my website and place an order of $25 or more (in which an A, B, C, D or E stamp set is included) this banner will automatically be added to your order.


 Before running straight to my website to take advantage of this special, keep reading. There are a few more you'll want to add!

2.  June Stamp of the Month:  I love this Summery stamp set and it's perfect for getting creative. You'll notice that the background to the card I created at the top of the post was made by stamping one of the outline stamps randomly in Whisper.  I also only added a pop of color by coloring the center of the flower with our awesome Alcohol-Based Markers.  I wanted to show you that you can stay simple with this set even though it is a lined stamp set, or you can get really creative and color everything in (watch for more examples of that here on my blog as the month continues).

Here's the set. It's only $5 ($17.95 value) with a $50 purchase. And, if you are already taking part in the "Banner Month" special above, you are half way there!  But, never fear...check out #3 and #4 below and they will help you easily get to that $50 mark (AND the money you spend on them will also be donated to some worth charities!). If you are ordering on my website, and spend the $50 (before shipping and tax), you'll be prompted to add this set before you check out for only $5.
JUNE STAMP OF THE MONTH:  A Flowering Bunch (carrier sheet actual size is 6" x 6")

CTMH Products used on the card made with the June Stamp of the Month at the Top of the Post:  June Stamp of the Month, Black Cardstock, White Daisy Cardstock, Whisper Cardstock, Sky Cardstock, Whisper Stamp Pad, Black Stamp Pad, Sky Exclusive Marker Duo, Slate Polka Dot Washi Tape, Stardust Glitz Glitter Gel.

3.  Military Stamp Sets:  Let’s Get Patriotic—Stamp Style!
 
Celebrate military service and promote patriotism with our new patriotic stamp sets—available only from June 1 to July 31, 2013. Three dollars from each B-size My Acrylix® Courage stamp set and $5 from each D-size My Acrylix® Home of the Brave stamp set will be donated to the USO, the leading, most recognized military-support and services organization in the country. Show your support with your own patriotic stamp set!

With Flag Day, Independence Day, Pioneer Day (here in Utah), and more right around the corner, now is the perfect time to celebrate military service and promote patriotism with these three new patriotic stamp sets.





Order them easily on my website with the following numbers (left to right): Home of the Brave (D1576), Strong and Free (Canada set, D1575) and Courage (B1437). 



4.  "Thank You" Continues to Support Oklahoma: If last week's tornadoes in Oklahoma weren't enough devastation, there were more last night! What? Crazy old Mother Nature!  My prayers are going out to all of the people of Oklahoma and their families. I have several team members living in the areas of devastation and have been communicating with them to make sure they are okay. I also lived in Oklahoma for a few years as a little girl, so watching this really hits close to home.

Close To My Heart has created a way to help! They are donating all profits from the sale of this brand, new stamp to the Red Cross Efforts toward the Oklahoma tornadoes through June 30.

This stamp is just $2.95, and you can easily order it here.  I love that price point because it allows you to order one for yourself and extra for your friends.  All the while knowing that you are helping the people in this storm-torn area.

So you see, as great as the National Scrapbooking Month specials were in May, CTMH made sure that June didn't come along and pale in comparison!  I love being  part of a company that cares so much for others!

What's the moral of this post today? Spend $50 (including one A-E stamp set), get the FREE My Creations Banner ($5.95 value), get the June Stamp of the Month for $5 ($17.95 value), add a Patriotic Stamp set or two to your order as well as the Thank You for Oklahoma (both of which can count toward your $50) and you will enjoy doing the following:
  • Helping our troops with the donations made from your Patriotic stamp set purchases
  • Helping Oklahoma with your Thank You purchase
  • Getting over $73.90 in products for only $55
Have a great June! I plan to!
 

Friday, May 31, 2013

Today is the LAST DAY!


TODAY is the LAST DAY to order the May Stamp of the Month, the "Dream Pop" exclusive paper pack (see both specials here), and don't forget to order your "Thank You" stamp set for just $2.95 (with all profits going to benefit the Red Cross efforts for the Oklahoma Tornado. See that here ).

Here's the easiest way to get ALL THREE specials on just one order at the best price and biggest savings for you:

-Go to my website
-Click the 'shop' link
-Click the 'Special Promotions' tab and add the Tornado stamp set to your order.
-Order at least $37.05 more in products of choice (this will qualify you for the Dream Pop papers at only $10 and the May Stamp of the Month at only $5)
-This will bring up a pop-up box for the National Scrapbook Month special (Dream Pop papers) to add to your order
-This will bring up another pop-up box to add the May Pinwheel Stamp of the Month set to your order

BONUS FROM KAREN: Anyone who does this today, before the papers are gone, will receive a FREE full-color Dream Pop workshop guide (featuring the May Stamp of the Month) in the mail from me. 
 
Here are photos of the May specials:
Dream Pop Paper Pack

May Stamp of the Month

You can actually get this stamp set and have it help the efforts for Oklahoma through June, but you might as well let it help toward your Dream Pop and May Stamp of the Month qualfying purchase!
 
 
 

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Almost GONE and a Thank You Card

5 1/2" x 4 1/4" thank u card made with Dream Pop
It's almost gone! That amazing Dream Pop paper pack (which I used to make this thank u card) that is yours for only $10 ($40 value) with a $35 in May is almost gone. They special was advertised as ending May 31, or while supplies last. I think that While Supplies Last is going to trump the May 31. As of this morning there were less than 11% of the supply left. So, if you want it (and you know you do!), order TODAY!
thank u card detail


It's easy, peasy. Just go to my website and spend at least $35 (before shipping and tax) and you will be prompted to add the paper pack before you check out. Don't forget that anyone who orders this kit from me will receive a full-color workshop, complete with cutting guides and instructions from me in the mail.

This workshop also uses the May Stamp of the Month (Pinwheel), which is yours for only $5 ($17.95 value) with a $50 order. If you spend the $35 to get Dream Pop, add Dream Pop for $10, then you are only $5 away from getting the darling May Stamp of the Month for $5. You will also be prompted to add this cute little puppy before you check out.

Think about it: if you spend $40, get the Dream Pop paper pack for $10, and the May Stamp of the Month for $5, you have spent a total of $55 (before shipping and tax) and are getting $97.95 in products! 

Here are some photos of the Dream Pop Paper Pack as well as the May Stamp of the Month:
Dream Pop Paper Pack: 12 B&T Duos (2 each of 6 designs) and 12 tone-on-tone Embossed Cardstock (2 each of 6 colors)

close up of some of the cardstocks in the bright and fun Dream Pop pack

May Stamp of the Month (Pinwheel).  Carrier sheet actual size is 6" x 6"

Monday, May 27, 2013

Help for Oklahoma and Happy Memorial Day!

Happy Memorial Day!  More on that in a minute...

First I wanted to say that I am so proud to represent a Close To My Heart, a company who cares about not only it's own consultants and customers, but for people in general. I have watched them step forward to help in Red Cross relief efforts with hurricanes, tsunamis, and now tornadoes. 

One hundred percent of profits from sales of this little single stamp set, "A True Thank You" (from May 23 to June 30) will be donated to the American Red Cross to aid tornado victims in Oklahoma. Recommended My Acrylix® Blocks:  2" × 2" (Y1003).


You can order this set on my website with order #M1029. It's only $2.95. Snap up a few!  They are great little gifts!

And, while we're talking about caring about other people... back that HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY thought at the beginning of my post. Thank you to ALL those who have served our country and their families!  Special thanks today to my brother in law, Scott. Scott is on his 2nd one-year deployment in the last several years.  I have watched first hand his love for his country and the sacrifice it is for him (and his family) to leave for extended periods of time to protect our freedoms and leave a wife and 3 children at home without him.




Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Dream Pop "Princess Livvi" Layout

Back today with some more Dream Pop. This layout was inspired by a one page layout that the Close To My Heart Art Department made.  I added a 2nd page and put a few of my own touches here and there.

This little doll is our granddaughter, Livvi!  Isn't she just yummy?!!!!

To find out how to get the Dream Pop paper pack (available only in May and only $10), just go here.  Easy, peasy!  Then just head on over to my website and start shoppin'!

Here are a few detail shots of the layout as well:






And a few photos of the entire paper pack. Delicious!
Dream Pop Paper Pack

Dream Pop Cardstock Close Up

Friday, May 17, 2013

2 Cards: Hi and Let's Celebrate



4 1/4" x 5 1/2" card using the Dream Pop papers

Back today with more artwork from the fabulous Dream Pop paper pack (get it only in May for $10 {$40 value} with a $35 order {before shipping and tax}) and the May Stamp of the Month (get in only in May for $5 {$17.95 value} with a $50 order {before shipping and tax}). I love both of them and they are both selling like hotcakes. Don't miss out!

You'll be prompted to add both items when shopping on my website before you check out.  Nice!

I made the card at the top of the post using the Dream Pop papers with a few little extras added:  Slate Polka Dot Washi Tape, Pixie Glitter Alphabet, Trinkets Wooden Shapes, Pink Glitter Gems  and Silver Shimmer Trim.  Can you tell I love sparkly bling with this paper? This card was inspired by one that was made by the Close To My Heart Art Department. I just put my own little spin on things.

Here's a detail shot:

sparkles make me happy!

Here is a quick shot of the papers and a close up of the gorgeous clear embossed cardstock in this set. Don't forget that anyone who purchases this beautiful paper pack from me in May will get a FREE full-color project guide from me to make some amazing projects with it. Many of them feature the May Stamp of the Month, so I suggest you make sure you get that too.


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Now on to the May Stamp of the Month. I think I love the versatile stars and sentiments as much as I love the darling pinwheels in this set.
5 1/2" x 4 1/4" May Stamp of the Month card.

detail shot.
May Stamp of the Month, Pinwheel. Carrier sheet actual size is 6" x 6".

Other CTMH products used on this card:  In the Background Stamp Set, Lagoon Stamp Pad, Honey Stamp Pad, Hollyhock Stamp Pad, Versamark Pad, White Daisy Embossing Powder, Lagoon Cardstock, Honey Cardstock, White Daisy Cardstock, Paradise Twine Collection, 3D Foam Tape.

Shop for these wonderful products on my website 24/7!



Tuesday, May 14, 2013

May Play Group Scrappin' Class Layouts (Surf's Up!)


Aloha!  Here are the three 2-page 12" x 12" layouts we will be making in my Play Group classes in May (click on any photo to see it larger and in more detail). If you would like to participate, please contact me (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com) with your kit order no later than FRIDAY, MAY 31

Forgive me for not having photos on the layouts. Believe it or not, I actually do. I even photographed them with photos on them but those photos are stuck in never, never land right now. I just got a new computer and am having a heck of a time transferring everything.  Those photos are in limbo between computers right now. Hang in there! I'll post them when I get things all figured out. Luckily I do have the photos of the layouts without photos to share.

You can participate in my Play Group classes in one of three ways:

  1.  Attend a class in person (if you plan to do this, I need your order right away)
  2.  Host one in your home with your friends (and earn free product!). Call or email me to schedule your date (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com)
  3.  Participate long distance. Just add $5 to the kit total you see to have your kit shipped directly  from me to you. (call or email me to order your kit: 801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com)
In person class dates and times:
  • Thursday evening, May 16,  7-10 pm in Pleasant Grove, UT
  • Friday morning, May 17, 10 am - 1 pm in American Fork, UT
I'm confident you will enjoy what we do and be very happy with the projects you make! I know exactly which photos are going on these layouts, I have just not printed them off yet. I didn't dare wait another day to get this posted, so you get to see blank layouts this month. I'll try to post again when I get the photos on.

After the layout photos, you'll find the shopping list.  Keep reading...


Layout #1:
Layout #1:  You Make Me Happy
Layout 1, detail photo #1

Layout 1, detail photo #2

Layout 1, detail photo #3
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Layout #2: Having Some Funshine With You
Layout #2: Having Some Funshine With You

Layout #2, detail photo 1

Layout #2, detail photo 2

Layout #2, detail photo 3

Layout #2, detail photo 4
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Layout #3: Paradise Found
Layout #3: Paradise Found

Layout #3, detail photo 1

Layout #3, detail photo 2

Layout #3, detail photo 3
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Shopping List:  To attend or participate in a class, all you are required to purchase is the Basic Kit.  If you want to purchase the Better or Best Kits, or even pick and choose a few items from those to add to your Basic Kit, you are welcome to, but it is not required.

Basic Kit (this is all that you are required to purchase to participate)
 
Subtotal: $31.55
Total with Shipping and Tax: $36.19 (add $5 more if you are participating long distance)


Better Kit = Basic Kit + the following products (I recommend this kit!)

Subtotal: $62.35*
Total with Shipping and Tax: $71.50 (add $5 more if you are participating long-distance)

Best Kit = Basic Kit + Better Kit + the following products  

Subtotal: $84.60*
Total with Shipping and Tax: $97.03* (add $5 more if you are participating long distance)

*at this purchase level ($50 or more)  you qualify for the May Stamp of the Month  ("Pinwheel" - $17.95 value) at only $5!



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