FREE Embossing Folders!

Sneaky Peeky!

The "Embossing is Boss" special ends with February. Don't miss out on FREE embossing folders. Head to my website to order: www.leavealegacy.ctmh.com

The photo above is a sneak peek at a card I made using the March Stamp of the Month (Happy Place) and the Chevron embossing folder. You may be able to tell that I gently sanded my chevron design after embossing (notice that I left that part in focus and blurred the rest. Tricky! That is so you'll come back to see the whole card in March).  I love the sanded dry embossed look, and because Close To My Heart's cardstock has a white core, it is especially beautiful to sand!  Be sure to check back in a few days to see the whole card.

Embossing Techniques and Instructions

As you know (and if you don't, you should!) Close To My Heart's embossing folders are all the rage. During February only, if you purchase 2 packages of colored cardstock (single colors or combo packs both qualify. White Daisy or Colonial White packages don't.), you get an embossing folder ($8.95 value) absolutely free. Of course, you can also purchase as many folders as you want! You can purchase and get this deal on my website through the end of the month. Our embossing folders are 5" X 7" folders and have the most wonderful, deeply embossed designs.

Today, I thought I'd share a few fun techniques with the folders.  I have chosen to use Crystal Blue Cardstock and Twilight Ink with the Quatrefoil folder on the examples I will be showing you today with the different techniques.

Technique #1 - Plain: This is what a piece of paper looks like just simply run through your embossing machine and the folder. 

 

Technique #2 - Sanding:  After embossing your paper, try gently sanding it with a fine grit sandpaper. I recommend going one direction only so as not to tear your paper. Close To My Heart Cardstock has a white core, so you get a pretty white pattern. This example I have sanded quite a lot, but you can sand less for a more subtle white pattern.

Technique #3 - Ink Direct to Pattern:  After embossing, take your stamp pad and rub it directly on the raised pattern.  You can also use a sponge but I prefer the direct from the pad inking method for this look.

Technique #4 - Ink Direct to Embossing Folder: For this technique, you will want to rub your ink pad directly to the inside of the embossing folder. If you rub the positive (pokey outie) side, you'll get the look on the right. If you rub the negative side (the innie side), you'll get the look on the left.

Technique #5 - Embossing Long Strips of Paper:  Most embossing folders make that impossible, but leave it to Close To My Heart to take a great idea and take it one step further. The top of our folders have a 4 1/2 slit in them. To emboss a strip (great for a 12" x 12" layout!), place the top portion of your paper in the folder and run it through your machine. After that, pull your strip up through so that you can emboss the bottom portion. Be sure to line up your pattern with what you've already embossed.

Here is a photo of the embossing folders we carry. The designs are so versatile and right on trend.

If you don't already have an embossing machine, I suggest the Cuttlebug. That is the one that I have had for years.  I did a little looking for you and I found a killer deal on one at Walmart at this link.  Neither Cuttlebug nor Walmart are paying me for an endorsement.  I just want you to get the best machine and best deal possible. Everything you need to begin using our embossing folders will come with your machine.  By the way, the Big Shot is also a great machine.

Embossing is Boss Simply Inspired Bog Hop

Welcome to another Simply Inspired Blog Hop!  I love being part of this group of talented Close To My Heart women and that periodically we can all combine our talents to give you a hop that is sure to inspire. This time we've chosen to focus on the brand new Close To My Heart embossing folders. Hold onto your hats. This is a BEAUTIFUL hop!


If you have come here from the classy and creative Debbi Fournier's blog you are on the right path. This blog hop is a great big circle, so you can start here and work your way all around. If you get lost along the way, you'll find the complete list of participating consultants here.

Card box closed: inside are 5 matching cards and envelopes

I chose to create a Card Box filled with 5 matching cards and envelopes, all using a bit of dry embossing on them. I focused on 2 of the new embossing folders:  the Dots and the Quatrefoil  folders.  We have 3 other designs to choose from though!  I also used the Ariana papers, matching Complements Dimensional Elements, Ariana Assortment, some Bitty Sparkles and our Trinkets Wooden Shapes. I sponged the edges of a few things using the Cashmere Pad and a Round Sponge and I lightly sanded the dry embossed cardstock pieces with a fine grit sandpaper from our Sanding Kit to give it a bit of a shabby chic look, which I thought went perfectly with the look of the Ariana papers.  At the end of this post, you can find photos and links to these products on my website.

Ariana Cards that go inside the box (I also included envelopes but didn't include them in the photo)

 

Card box open with cards and envelopes inside

 

Now hop on over to the beautiful and brilliant Sheri Rottler's blog to see her work!  Be sure to visit all of the Close To My Heart Consultants in the hop to get some great crafting ideas.  Contact me or shop directly from my website to get your products from this beautiful new catalog today. 

Don't forget that when you purchase 2 packages of colored cardstock this month, you get an embossing folder of your choice for FREE ($8.95 value). You can do that right on my website.

 

Dot Embossing Folder	Quatrefoil Embossing Folder	Ariana Paper Packet	Ariana Complements
12" X 12" White Daisy Cardstock	Ariana Assortment	Color-Ready Trinkets Wooden Shapes	Bitty Sparkles
Cashmere Exclusive Inks� Stamp Pad	Round Sponge	Sanding Kit	Scallop Border Punch
3-D Foam Tape

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Monochromatic Grey Embossed Valentine Card

Are your mouths hanging open? Are you falling off of your chairs?  Are you rubbing your eyes to be sure you are not seeing things?  I don't blame you! This is my 3rd post in less than a week. It's been a WHILE since I've done that.

This week (and it goes down tomorrow, which is why I'm hurrying to post today), Cardabilities had a sketch that I really liked and I thought I'd play along.

I decided to do a monochromatic card using our new EMBOSSING FOLDERS (yes, I'm screaming! I'm so excited!).  Not only are they cooler than cool, but there is a GREAT special this month where you can get them FREE.  Yep, FREAKING FREE! Excuse my French! *wink*  All you have to do is buy 2 packages of our colored cardstock (single colors or combo packs) and you get an embossing folder ($8.95 value) FREE!

To get the look I used on the embossed cardstock on this card, I embossed Slate (the darker grey) and Whisper (the lighter grey) with my new embossing folders. After embossing them, I gently rubbed my Slate pad over the top of the raised areas to ink them up. Cool beans, wouldn't ya say?  If you are ordering on my website, you'll be prompted to add your FREE embossing folder(s) before you check out.   

Don't forget, if you spend $50, you can get this month's Stamp of the Month ($17.95 value) for only $5.  You'll also be prompted to add that before you check out if you qualify.  Bargains schmargains! You can also call or email me to place an order (801.360.98986, pedermom@aol.com).

12" X 12" Whisper Cardstock	12" X 12" White Daisy Cardstock	Slate Cardstock	Black & Grey Glitter Paper
Slate Stamp Pad	Baker's Twine Neutral Assortment	Slate Striped Twist Ties	3-D Foam Tape
Scallop Border Punch	Dot Embossing Folder	Damask Embossing Folder

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New Idea Book and February Specials with Close To My Heart

If you didn't see my last post, I suggest you go back and take a look. I was part of a blog hop on February 1 showcasing brand new Close To My Heart products from the new Idea Book (that debuted on February 1). There are 17 participants in that hop and the art is gorgeous!

Today I'll be sharing some artwork with the darling February Stamp of the Month set (see above), the special for February, and some fun ideas.  Here we go...


1.  Embossing is Boss!
2.  February Stamp of the Month
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1. Embossing is Boss:  During the month of February, you can qualify to receive a free embossing folder ($8.95 value) for every 2 packs of bulk single color or combo cardstock you purchase. Pick from our 5 new embossing folder designs—dot, chevron, quatrefoil, damask, or stripe—with your qualifying order. Every 2 packs of cardstock you purchase qualify you for an additional embossing folder. Make sure you act fast—designs are available only while supplies last! Be sure to read #2 below and see how you can combine both of these specials to get the biggest bang for your buck! ($93.85 in merchandise for only $63 {before shipping and tax}).  If you order on my website, you will be prompted to add your Embossing Folder(s) before you check out.

Click here to see the new folders on my webbsite. SO MUCH FUN!

2.  February Stamp of the Month:  This stamp set just shows how on-trend Close To My Heart is. After the "What Does the Fox Say?" Youtube sensation, this set is one that will surely steal everyone's hearts. Even if that video didn't make you giggle, this set is cuter than cute and can be used in so many different ways. It is available in February only and can be purchased at it's regular price of $17.95 or for only $5 with a $50 order.  Why not stock up on cardstock this month?  At $14.50 for a 24 sheet package, you get a FREE embossing folder for every 2 packages purchased.  4 packages of them would get you 2 FREE Embossing Folders (see above) AND this darling Stamp of the Month for only $5. That's $93.85 in merchandise for only $63 (before shipping and tax).   If you order on my website, you will be prompted to add your Stamp of the Month before you check out.

Here is a detail photo of the card I shared at the top of the post using the Stamp of the Month:

And here are the products I used as well as links to them on my website:

Wild About Love - February 2014 Stamp Of The Month	12" X 12" Saddle Cardstock	Saddle Exclusive Inks� Stamp Pad	Lagoon Houndstooth Washi Tape
Party Washi Tape 3-Pack	Aqua Dots	Watercolor Pencils