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Thursday, May 5, 2016
It's National Scrapbooking Month! Celebrate with Happy Times!
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Upcoming Classes & Workshops
May 1 was the launch of the new Seasonal Expressions Idea Book! I'm super excited to start sharing some of my latest projects including my upcoming classes and workshops. Make sure to mark your calendars and check out my { Facebook Events page } to register*!
Create as many cards as you can during this two hour workshop. All cards are pre-cut so all you have to do is stamp and assemble! Bring your adhesive and I'll do the rest!
May - Card-A-Thon Workshop
Date: Friday, May 20th
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Cost: $15
RSVP { HERE )
June - Calypso Card Workshop
Date: Friday, June 10
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Cost: $15
RSVP: link to be posted on FB soon!
July - Magical Card Workshop
Date: Friday, July 22
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Cost: $15
RSVP: link to be posted on FB soon!
August - Florence Card Workshop
Date: August (TBD)
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Cost: $15
RSVP: link to be posted on FB soon!
All classes take place in my home in Northern VA. Take home and long distance kits are always available for purchase. Just message me directly or comment on the post!
*Don't want to miss a class update or addition? Make sure to sign up as a FB subscriber to be alerted when new classes are added! Please let me know if you have any questions. I can't wait to create with you!
~Michelle
*Don't want to miss a class update or addition? Make sure to sign up as a FB subscriber to be alerted when new classes are added! Please let me know if you have any questions. I can't wait to create with you!
~Michelle
Sunday, May 1, 2016
SOTM Blog Hop - Celebrate With Cake
Welcome to the Stamp of the Month Blog hop! Today, approximately 33 CTMH consultants will be showcasing original artwork featuring the May SOTM, Celebrate With Cake, a stamp set of 17 adorable images. If you've arrived from { Lauren Moore's blog } you are on the right track! For a complete list of hoppers please visit Melinda's blog post { HERE }.
For my project I decided to keep things pretty clean and simple with this anniversary card. The color scheme was inspired by the Georgie paper line. The sketch is based on Freshly Made Sketches # 234.
The Celebrate with Cake stamp set is only available for the month of May. You can purchase it outright for $17.95, or at a special discounted price of only $5 with any qualifying CTMH order. Please contact your CTMH Consultant for more information or visit the promotions tab of my website { HERE }.
Now it's time to continue to { Michele Rowley's blog } to see what's she's created!
~Michelle
Project Recipe (all CTMH unless otherwise noted):
Project Recipe (all CTMH unless otherwise noted):
Paper: Georgie, White Daisy Cardstock, sapphire Cardstock
Stamp: Celebrate With Cake
Ink: Archival Black, Canary
Other: Grey Epoxy Gems, Ruler, Journaling Pen
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Retiring Products on 4/30
There are just a few more days to get these great products before they are gone for good on 4/30. One of them might be on your list of “must have items” before they go! You can make a purchase on { my WEBSITE HERE }.
You will find the retired items below, organized by category (links for each product are below each picture):
- Paper Packets and Coordinating Accessories
- Stamp Sets & Coordinating Thin Cuts
- Picture My Life Products
- Instalife Products
Paper Packets and Coordinating Accessories:
Stamp Sets:
C1642 My Anchor (see below for coordinating thin cuts)
My Anchor Thin Cuts (can be used with My Anchor stamp set in above and your die cut machine…like a Cuttlebug or Big Shot)
C1643 Stuck on You (see below for coordinating thin cuts)
Stuck on You Thin Cuts (can be used with Stuck on You stamp set above and your die cut machine…like a Cuttlebug or Big Shot)
Picture My Life Products
- Picture My Life Our Story Cards (20-4″ x 6″ cards and 36-3″ x 4″ cards) – left
- Picture My Life Love Your Selfie Cards (20-4″ x 6″ cards and 36-3″ x 4″ cards) – center
- Picture My Life Overlays – White (12-4″ x 6″ cards and 12-3″ x 4 cards) – right
Instalife Products:
- Instalife Album – Black and White – left
- Instalife Cards – City Limits (10-4″ x 4″ cards, 30 – 2″ x 2″ cards, 6 – 4″ x 4″ die cut cards, 10 – 2″ x 2″ die cut cards) – right
You can { SHOP HERE } for any of these items or email me if you have questions: handmadefromtheheart@gmail.com
~Michelle
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Basketball Layout
While I was cleaning out my scraproom I came across one of my favorite CTMH paper packs, Pro-Player. It's retired now but I still love it! Its "gamer" theme was originally purchased to document my oldest boy's love of video games but when I looked at it again I realized it's perfect for a sports layout!
This one is shares the story of my little guy's first basketball team. Unfortunately, his coach gave up in the middle of the season and decided to stop coaching. Thankfully though, my hubby and another dad stepped up and finished out the season for these kids!
Enjoy!
~Michelle Battitori
Project Recipe (all CTMH unless otherwise noted)
Paper: Slate Cardstock (X5930), Pro-Player (retired), White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
Stamps: All the Details (D1555)
Ink: Honey (Z2162), Ruby (Z2170), Pacifica (Z2192)
Other: Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge, Pro-Player Complements (retired), Red Enamel Gems (Z3090)
Wednesday, April 6, 2016
Why I Became A CTMH Consultant
Welcome to the "Why I Became a CTMH Consultant" blog hop! With the wonderful "Baby, I'm Worth It" promotion this month, several CTMH consultants decided to share their personal reasons on becoming a consultant. If you've arrived from { Lauren Moore's blog } you are on the right track! For a complete list of hoppers please visit Melinda's blog { HERE }.
Everyone has different reasons for choosing to become a CTMH Consultant and there is certainly no wrong reason to start! I decided to share "My Why" in layout form. For me, it started right after my third child was born six years ago. I knew finances were going to be tight and I didn't want to spend our family budget on craft supplies. So, I decided to join a company I believed in and became a discount consultant!
I really had no intention of having parties or hosting monthly club nights. But, when my upline moved out of state she asked if I would be willing to work with her monthly card group. I hesitantly said yes and am so glad I did! I'm not going to lie. The thought of creating projects and sharing my ideas with others was terrifying. But it's something I've wanted to overcome and this business has helped me do that! I never would have thought I'd feel so comfortable talking with others. It's been such a blessing to feel confident enough to do those things now.
Obviously one of the many perks of being a consultant is the products and discounts! CTMH quality is supurb and it's even better knowing I'm getting a fantastic discount using products I love! Oh, and of course I get to do those things a month earlier with Consultant-only previews!
Most importantly though, the biggest benefit I've seen is the people I've met. I've had the pleasure of working with some amazing people during the last six years and have developed friendships that I hope will continue forever. This isn't just a business to me. It's my passion. It's my release from the everyday stuff. It's often my therapy after a tough day at work or with the kids.
I hope you know that you are always welcome here! If it's something you've ever considered I highly encourage you to attend one of the CTMH upcoming Consultant Webinars (details can be found { HERE } or talk with your local consultant. If you don't have one I'd love to work with you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to ready my story. Please continue on to { Wendy Kessler's blog } to see her reasons for becoming a CTMH Consultant.
~Michelle Battitori
Supplies Used (all CTMH):
Paper: Charlotte (X7205B), White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
Stamps: Insta-Life Roller Stamp This Happened (Z3114)
Ink: Archival Black (44751)
Other: Magic How To Program (9040), Charlotte Complements (X7205B), Fundamental Sticker Pack-Basic (Z3166), Gold Sequins (Z2012), Treasured Puffies (Z3203), Black and Gold Ribbon (Z3197), Thin 3D Foam Tape (Z2060)
Everyone has different reasons for choosing to become a CTMH Consultant and there is certainly no wrong reason to start! I decided to share "My Why" in layout form. For me, it started right after my third child was born six years ago. I knew finances were going to be tight and I didn't want to spend our family budget on craft supplies. So, I decided to join a company I believed in and became a discount consultant!
I really had no intention of having parties or hosting monthly club nights. But, when my upline moved out of state she asked if I would be willing to work with her monthly card group. I hesitantly said yes and am so glad I did! I'm not going to lie. The thought of creating projects and sharing my ideas with others was terrifying. But it's something I've wanted to overcome and this business has helped me do that! I never would have thought I'd feel so comfortable talking with others. It's been such a blessing to feel confident enough to do those things now.
Obviously one of the many perks of being a consultant is the products and discounts! CTMH quality is supurb and it's even better knowing I'm getting a fantastic discount using products I love! Oh, and of course I get to do those things a month earlier with Consultant-only previews!
Most importantly though, the biggest benefit I've seen is the people I've met. I've had the pleasure of working with some amazing people during the last six years and have developed friendships that I hope will continue forever. This isn't just a business to me. It's my passion. It's my release from the everyday stuff. It's often my therapy after a tough day at work or with the kids.
I hope you know that you are always welcome here! If it's something you've ever considered I highly encourage you to attend one of the CTMH upcoming Consultant Webinars (details can be found { HERE } or talk with your local consultant. If you don't have one I'd love to work with you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to ready my story. Please continue on to { Wendy Kessler's blog } to see her reasons for becoming a CTMH Consultant.
~Michelle Battitori
Supplies Used (all CTMH):
Paper: Charlotte (X7205B), White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
Stamps: Insta-Life Roller Stamp This Happened (Z3114)
Ink: Archival Black (44751)
Other: Magic How To Program (9040), Charlotte Complements (X7205B), Fundamental Sticker Pack-Basic (Z3166), Gold Sequins (Z2012), Treasured Puffies (Z3203), Black and Gold Ribbon (Z3197), Thin 3D Foam Tape (Z2060)
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
April CTMH Promotion - So Exciting!
Sign Up as a Consultant in April and earn a FREE Cricut Cartridge or $100 in Select Product Credit!!
- New Consultant Essential Supplies
- $50 in Select Product Credit to spend on additional supplies
- The chance to earn awesome Straight To The Top rewards
*Offer valid April 1, 2016 (9:00 am MDT) – April 30, 2016 (11:59 pm MDT). Cricut® collections available while supplies last. No tax will be charged on the free item. Shipping/handling will be charged based on the retail value of the free Cricut® collection.
Watch this video to learn more about the perks and benefits of becomming a CTMH Consultant:
To learn more, you may also join us for one of our free upcoming Opportunity Webinars. During the webinar, CTMH will walk through the contents of the New Consultant Kit, talk about the Consultant discount, explain how new Consultants can earn free products, and answer the most frequently asked questions. Those who join the webinar will come away understanding what an incredible opportunity it is to join Close To My Heart.
So mark your calendar and attend one of these free 1-hour webinars!
Join the Opportunity calls via phone by calling 1-201-479-4595. To join online, go tohttp://fuze.me/32464058 a few minutes before the scheduled webinar time. You can also simply go to www.fuze.com or open the Fuze app and enter the meeting ID: 32464058. If you wish to participate online, we encourage you to download the Fuze application beforehand so you can be all set up to enjoy the webinar when it’s time to join.
Tuesday, April 5, 6:00 pm PDT
Thursday, April 14, 6:00 pm PDT
Saturday, April 23, 8:00 am PDT
Wednesday, April 27, 6:00 pm PDT
Join the Opportunity calls via phone by calling 1-201-479-4595. To join online, go tohttp://fuze.me/32464058 a few minutes before the scheduled webinar time. You can also simply go to www.fuze.com or open the Fuze app and enter the meeting ID: 32464058. If you wish to participate online, we encourage you to download the Fuze application beforehand so you can be all set up to enjoy the webinar when it’s time to join.
So if earning money—and rewards—through your love of scrapbooking and stamping sounds like a dream job, then now is the perfect time to join Close To My Heart. Believe us, it’s worth it! If you have questions about becoming a CTMH Consultant, feel free to contact me. Are you ready to sign up? Click { HERE } for the online application.
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