Two Toned Cardstock, New Neutrals, a Die Cut Alphabet and a Brand New Cricut Collection

As you may or may not know, we have a brand new Annual Inspirations Catalog that debuted on August 1. It's dynamite!  There are so many fun, new things!  You can view that catalog page-by-delicious page here.  After that you can click here to order.

I wanted to talk about a few of the new things that have me like...

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1.  Two Toned Cardstock: Yes!  All of our cardstocks are now 2-toned. There is a darker shade on one side and a lighter shade of the same color on the back. This makes your cardstock twice as nice!  There are 40 colors to choose from, or you can even purchase them in 10 color combo packs (like the Whimsy collection you see below). Check them all out here.  Not only that, all 4 colors have matching stamp pads, pigment pads, and re-inkers to match. You can find the inks here.

We have also added a brand new Color of the Year (available for 1 year only) called Bashful!  It's a gorgeous soft pink, right on trend, and is a must have. It comes in cardstock (two-toned of course), a stamp pad and a pigment pad, as well as some fun embellishments to match.  Find those products here.

2.  New Neutral Color Palette:  We have 10 new neutrals that are sure to please! I love that although they are neutrals, they are still trendy. Close To My Heart has made sure that they have chosen basics that are the basics you are seeing in home decor and fashion right now. We would never want to miss staying in style!

The colors are Charcoal, Pewter, Pebble, Linen, Mink, Heather, Espresso, Nutmeg, Toffee, and Almond.  Delicious. All of these colors come in Cardstock, Stamp Pads, Pigment Pads, Reinkers, and even a Fundamental Patterned Paper Package.

3.   A Die Cut Alphabet to Die For!:  Yep, I am doing back handsprings over this one. I love it!  The letters dies are approximately 1 1/2" high, and the font is so versatile it can go with any style. It's a must have in my studio! I love that I can cut any paper or color I want, and make titles that say whatever I want! SCORE!  Get yours here.

4.  A Brand New Cricut Collection: Although this "You Are Here" collection focuses on travel, there is so much more to enjoy as well!  I already have it in my hot little hands and have been cut, cut, cutting away! It comes with a 700 image cartridge (or digital download, whichever you choose, depending on which Cricut machine you own), 3 stamp sets that coordinate with the cuts on this cartridge (valued at $53.85 on their own) and a package of Enchantment Combo Pack of two-toned  cardstock (24 sheets).  Get yours here.

Here is a link to the shape index so you can see all of your 700 options with this cartridge.

The items I've highlighted above are just a small sampling of the new products in the brand new catalog.  There are even more to drool over!  Please let me know if you have any questions. I'm here to help (pedermom@aol.com, 801.360.9896).

Last Day for Super Specials!

It's July 31, which means the last day for some very important specials!

1.  Stampaganza: 

 

For every 2 stamp sets you purchase, you get the third of equal or lesser value for FREE!  Shop all of the stamps on my website today. This deal disappears at midnight tonight (MT).

2.  July Stamp of the Month: 

July Stamp of the Month - Storybook Alphabet. Each letter is approximately 1" tall.

Only $5 ($12.95 savings) with every $50 you spend (before shipping and tax).  When shopping on my website, you'll be prompted to add your set(s) before checking out.

I used this set to create the card at the top of the post. Here's a little close up:

3.  2016-17 Annual Inspirations Idea Book:

This catalog expires at midnight tonight (MT).  Click here to see all of the items that will no longer be available.

Word Puzzle Stamp Sets for a Steal!

If you had this package of 12 stamp sets, chances are that you could have the words and images for just about anything you might ever need. There is a set for each month of the year, along with fun images and super sentiments. We call these stamp sets our Word Puzzles. They were retired several years ago, but they were brought back JUST for JULY...and, at a HUGE discount (or FREE to boot)!  To help you determine the size of each of these stamps, keep in mind that each of the square plastic carrier sheets they are on are approximately 6" x 6".

Here's how you can get them (#'s 1 and 2 are FREE, and #3 is at a serious discount!):

1. If you have an order of $450 or more (before shipping and tax), you get all 12 of these babies for FREE ($215.40 value) + in addition, you would also get $80 in FREE product and 2 items at half off from our current catalogs. This $450 order can be a combination of orders from you and your friends too. It doesn't have to be straight from you.  I would need your order no later than July 31.  For this deal, I'd need you to contact me directly to place your order or to let me know you want to do this and I'll set up a special link on my website for you (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com)
2. If you sign up as a Close To My Heart Consultant before midnight (MT) on July 31, and place orders for at least $300 (before shipping and tax) before August 31, then you will be send this 12 set package for FREE!
3. You can also order this set this month and pay for it.  The coolest part of that is that although this package is valued at $215.40, we are selling it this month for $143.60. That's a savings of $71.80!  WOWZA. You can order that right on my website with order number CC1300.

Happy Stamping!

Thank You Card and FREE Stamp Sets!

Have I said "Thanks," to you lately for your loyal following of my blog, and for your orders on my website, and for supporting me and my business?  Well, today is a THANK YOU day!  I can't even begin to tell you what all of you mean to me.

I created this card using the beautiful July Stamp of the Month (Storybook Alphabet). Each of the letters are approximately 1" high, so it's great for cards and layouts alike!  This stamp set is only available in July,  and is yours for only $5 with every $50 you order (before shipping and tax).  Order $100, get 2...and so on.  When purchasing on my website, you'll be prompted to add your set(s) before checking out.  With this month being Stampaganza (with every 2 stamp sets you purchase, you get the third of equal or lesser value for FREE), putting together a $50 order that is worth so much more than that is EASY, PEASY!  Feel free to contact me for some help (pedermom@aol.com, 801.360.9896).

Here's a little close up of the card for your enjoyment. I've also included a list of all of the products I used, complete with links and photos, at the very end of this post so you can find what you want easily. Don't you just love that white embossing on black cardstock?  I sure do!

THANKS again for your loyal patronage to me and my business!

Storybook Alphabet—July Stamp of the Month	5 1/2" X 4 1/4" White Cards & Envelopes, Value Pack	12" X 12" Black Cardstock	Jack Paper Packet
Whisper Thick Twine	Black & White Dots	VersaMark™ Ink Pad	Ranger™ White Super Fine Embossing Powder
Craft Heater	Surecut™ Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer	Non-Stick Micro-Tip Scissors	2" X 2" My Acrylix® Block
3L® E-Z Dots® Adhesive

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August Play Group Scrappin' and Card Makin' Kits and Classes (Prickly Peaer)

How hot are cactuses right now? If you dig them, then this kit is for YOU!  The deadline to order your long-distance kits or sign up to attend August  classes in person is Wednesday, July 26  by 10 pm MDT.  Just call or email me to order a long-distance kit, or to sign up for my in-person classes (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com).  Long-distance kits will be shipped no later than the end of the first week of August.

We'll be making three 2-page 12" x 12"  layouts (Layout #3 has 2 fun pocket page inserts) using our trendy Prickly Pear papers  and matching accessories, as well as adding a 12 card option (4 each of 3 designs) to the layouts this month. 

• To create all three layouts plus the pocket page inserts for Layout #3, all you need is the Basic Kit. 
• If you want to add the 12 cards, and will be attending the class in person, you'll need to get all or part of the Better Kit  (just order the items from this kit you don't already have). If you are adding the cards and are participating long-distance, you'll need the Best Kit.
• If you just want to make the cards, I've added that option as well. If you are attending the class in person, just order the Cards Only option. If you will be making them long-distance, order the Cards Only Option plus the stamp/thin cuts set in the Best Kit.
• If you are participating long-distance and want to do both the layouts and the cards, you'll want to order all or part of the Best Kit (just order any items you don't already own).   

Please call or email me if you have any questions and I'm happy to answer them for you (801.360.9896, pedermom@aol.com).

  August Dates and Times to Choose From:

• Thursday evening, August 17 from 7-10 pm in Pleasant Grove, UT
• Friday morning, August 18 from 10 am - 1 pm in American Fork, UT

After the layout and card photos, you'll find the shopping list.  In order to participate, you are only required to purchase the Basic Kit or the Cards Only kit, but you are more than welcome to buy the Better or Best Kits, or to pick and choose from some of those items to add to your Basic Kit.  You'll see the kit totals in the shopping list below. I've also included a products list, complete with photos and links, at the end of this post for your convenience.  Also, please go back and read the bolded paragraphs above to be sure you understand which kits get you just the layouts, which kits get you just the cards, and which kits give you both.

Feel free to click on any image to see it larger and in more detail. For each layout, I've included a photo of the layout with photos and without photos (with measurements included for each of the photo mats).

Layout #1 - Enjoy Today:

Layout 1 with photos

Layout 1 without photos

Layout #2 - Good Times:

Layout 2 with photos

Layout 2 without photos

Layout #3 - Let's Celebrate:

Layout 3 with photos

Layout 3 without photos

 

Layout 3 with pocket pages added

Cards (4 each of 3 designs for a total of 12 cards):

Shopping List: (links and photos of all of the items in the kits, as well as supply items that are needed to complete the layouts, are at the end of the post so that you can see what each item is.)

Basic Kit (this kit will get you everything you need to complete the three 2-page layouts):

• Prickly Pear Workshop Your Way (includes Prickly Pear Paper Packet, Prickly Pear Complements, 4 extra sheets of Cardstock {1 Poppy, 3 White Daisy}, Prickly Pear Sequins,  Blue Burlap Ribbon)
• 2 extra sheets White Daisy Cardstock
• 2 PML Pocket Page Insert Protectors (Design 1 and Design 3)
• Karen's Cutting Guide

Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person: $34
Total including shipping and tax for those participating long-distance: $39
Total if you want me to cut your papers for you:  add $5 to your total

Better Kit* (this kit gives you everything you need to make the additional 9 cards if you are attending in person. Karen will provide the stamp sets and thin cuts for your use at class. If you are not attending in person and want to make the cards, you'll also want to get the things in the Best Kit):

• 12 card bases with envelopes
• Black Memento Pad
• Emerald Pad
• Sapphire Pad
• Watercolor Pencils

Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person: $96*
Total including shipping and tax for those participating long-distance: $101*
Total if you want me to cut your papers for you: add $5 to your total

Best Kit* (this kit gives you the stamp set you need for the cards {if you are attending in person, I will have them for you to use at class.:

• Prickly Pear Card Making Stamp Set and Thin Cuts Bundle

Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person:  $122*
Total including shipping and tax for those attending long-distance: $126*
Total if you want me to cut your papers for you:  add $5 to your total
 
Cards Only Kit (this kit is if you JUST want to make the 9 cards. I will pre-stamp for you if you ar ordering long-distance)

• 9 card bases with envelopes
• 1 sheet White Daisy Cardstock
• Blue Burlap Ribbon
• Prickly Pear Sequins
• Various Pieces from the Prickly Pear Paper Pack

Total including shipping and tax for those attending in person: $25
Total including shipping and tax for those participating long-distance: $30

*At this level you qualify to purchase the July Stamp of the Month (Storybook Alphabet) for only $5.

July Stamp of the Month

Workshops Your Way® Prickly Pear Scrapbooking Kit	12" × 12" White Daisy Cardstock	Memory Protectors™ Pocket Plus™ Design 1	Memory Protectors™ Pocket Plus™ Design 3
5 1/2" X 4 1/4" White Cards & Envelopes, Value Pack	Black Memento™ Ink Pad	Emerald Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad	Sapphire Exclusive Inks™ Stamp Pad
Watercolor Pencils	Prickly Pear Cardmaking Stamp + Thin Cuts

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