It's Time For A New Adventure!

Are you a former consultant from another craft company? Are you looking for a fresh start and an opportunity to join a leading company dedicated to quality products and creative freedome? Or, do you simply want a generous discount on your favorite products?

If you answered "yes" or "maybe" to any (or all) of those questions then please watch this video* to discover why now is a fantastic time to make the swith and join the Close To My Heart family.



Plus, when you sign up by 12/15 and submit qualifying personal sales, you'll automatically receive a stunning new product, the Picture My Life scrapbooking program - FREE!



For more information or to get started please contact me or sign up HERE. Remember you only have until 12/15 to take advantage of the Picture My Life incentive!

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December Stamp of the Month

 

The December Stamp of the Month is a fun take on laundry tags! 3 of the images can be cut with dfrom your Cricut so no need to fussy cut here! This is a great advanatage if you like to make multiple cards or projects at once. This stamp set is only available through December 31. The full retail price is $17.95, but you can get yours for just $5 -- over 70% savings. When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.   Here are a few fun projects the creative folks at Close To My Heart dreamed up: Do you love the artwork in the picture above? You can find supply lists and helpful hints on my Close To My Heart website --> HERE Get your stamp set today for just $5 by placing an order for $50. Don't forget that if your order is $100 or more, you will get to pick a free "starred" item from the Holiday from the Heart Gift Guide if you order before December 15.  Start Shopping>> Note: If you are looking to have guaranteed Christmas delivery without paying extra for expediated shipping make sure to place your order no later than December 9!

Thanksgiving & Black Friday Special

Thursday 11/28 & Friday 11/29 Only In addition to the fabulous 20% Cricut Special I'm offering I decided to include a Thanksgiving & Black Friday Special too! Do you have holiday gifts you need to buy? Whatever is on your Christmas list this year, now is the time to get it! There is no need to fight the crazy lines at the stores when you can shop in your PJ's from the comfort of your home! Check out all of the great deals below and email me your order no later than 11:59 pm Friday, 11/29 to take advantage of these great offers! Place an order of $25 - $50 Receive a free Dye Ink Pad of your choice or a Marker Set of your choice (up to $5.95 value.) This also entitles you to receive the Stamp of the Month for $5!* Place an order of $51 - $75 Receive an A size stamp set (item # starting with an A) of your choice, or two M sized (mini) stamps (up to a $6.95 value.) This also entitles you to receive the Stamp of the Month for $5!* Place an order of $76 - $100 Receive a free B size stamp set (item # starting with a B) of your choice or Level 2 Paper Pack of your choice (up to $9.95 value.) This also entitles you to receive the Stamp of the Month for $5! If your order is $100, you will also get to choose one of the stared items in the Holidays from the Heart Guide for FREE!* Place an order of $101 - $149 Receive a free C sized stamp set (item # starting with a C) of your choice or a free Level 2 Paper Packet (up to $13.95 value). This also entitles you to receive the Stamp of the Month for $5! If your order is $100, you will also get to choose one of the stared items in the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide for FREE! (This is a total value of up to $49.85!)* Place an order of $150 or more Receive $25 in free products of your choice, PLUS a free D size stamp set (item # starting with a D) of your choice (valued at $17.95.) You will also qualify to get a free stared item in the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide and the Stamp of the Month for just $5! (This is a total value of up to $78.85!)* PLUS, everyone who places during this special (or the Cricut special) will be entered into a drawing for $25 in free Hostess Rewards! (Winner will be notified on 12/1.) Be sure to email me your order by clicking here.  *Tax/shipping may apply to free items. $25 in free products by placing $150 order is subject to tax but shipping will not be charged. These are my own personal specials and may not be honored by the CTMH Corporate Office or other Consultants.

CTMH Cricut Cartridges - 20% Off Until 11/30!

As a thank-you to all my friends and customers I'm offering 20% of any (and all) CTMH Cricut Cartridges until the end of November! Yep, you read that correctly. Oh and I will also be drawing a mystery hostess from those that purchase a cartridge. So, not only are you saving $$$ you'll also have the chance to earn free product too!

This special is not endorsed by Close To My Heart; it's an exclusive special only available through me, your Independent Consultant.

To receive your discount you will need to email me your order. Items placed directly from my website will not receive the discount. All items will ship directly to you from the CTMH warehouse. Tax and shipping charges will be added at time of purchase.

Not sure which one to get? Here's a summary of each:

Artiste

This cartridge features themed projects, interactive cards, awards, and more. From robots and spooks to weddings and Valentines, your cupcake liners, invitations, and party favors will and coordinate and quickly come together for any celebration! Cutting and assembling the numerous 3-D items is a snap using the project reference chart and step-by-step assembly booklet.

Art Philosophy

Simply plug the cartridge into your Cricut machine and your ready to cut any of the 700 shapes ranging from elegant rosettes and lace to trendy gift boxes and banners.

Artbooking                                                                                          Take your scrapbooking to new heights with this collection! Accents, borders, titles, overlays, and photo mats accompany each of the 15 layout themes and 10 mini book themes so that you have all the pieces you need to create beautiful artwork. With just one dial size and one key you can create a complete themed layout or mini book. Celebrate a new baby, birthdays, vacations, friends, sports, holidays and more!

Each cartridge includes over 700 images for any project! Yep, that’s right. 700 images! Not only will you be amazed with the cutting capabilities but each bundle also includes :

·         1 – Cartridge (700 images)

·         3 – My Acrylix D-size Stamp Sets

·         3 – Coordinating 12” x 9” Dimensional Elements Sheets (coordinate perfectly with the stamp and cut images)

Normally each bundle is $99 (Retail Value of nearly $125!) but you can get yours for only $79.20!  Don't forget...this offer is only available through November 30!

Burlap Harvest Rag Wreath

I finally finished this burlap wreath...just in time for Thanksgiving! It was a lot of fun to make (although quite messy with burlap) and pretty easy too.

The banner was a last minute addition which I cut from the Cricut Artiste cartridge. It was based on artwork from the 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book (love keeping old copies for inspiration).

The pieces were cut at 4", letters at 2" and argyle pieces at 1 1/4". It's hard to tell in the photo but I sponged each banner piece with Brown Bag Ink and then used re-inker and my spray pen for some added texture. I finished off each piece with some Bronze Glitter Glue and Hemp.

The white burlap roses were so easy. You can search You Tube for lots of different instructions and techniques. I added a CTMH pearl to the center of each for some added bling...on my daughter's recommendation! The roses were hot glued to the wreath. I was a little worried they wouldn't stay but a very windy day tested it and they stayed perfectly!

 Thanks for looking and having a fantastic Monday!

Artbooking Scrapbook Layouts

Yes, it's been awhile since I've posted my scrapbook layouts. Trust me when I tell you it's not for lack of creating -- I've been working very diligently on new projects and having a lot of fun doing it!

All of the layout designs were inspired by the Make It From Your Heart books and Idea Book examples with slight modifications of course.

Each layout features at least one element cut from the Artbooking Cricut Cartridge! Love how easy it was to create something beautiful without a lot of fuss!

 Do you have a favorite? I'd love to know in the comments.

November Newsletter

	November 2013A newsletter from Michelle Your Stamp Happy Friend, Michelle Michelle Battitori Close To My Heart Independent Consultant Supervisor (703) 307-9808 So Thankful for You! Thanksgiving is hands down my favorite holiday of the year! I love having a house filled with laughter and sleepy yawns after the all important "big meal" as we gather on the coach to watch football. It's also the time of year when I'm reminded to say THANK YOU for all the support you have shown me as your CTMH Consultant. I feel truly blessed to be able to do this job! As we rush into the holiday frenzy of the next couple of months I hope you'll take a few moments to join me at one of the upcoming events: Sat, 11/9: Creative Club - $10 (6 x 6 canvas photo decor) Sat 11/9: Crop noon-8pm - $5 or free with club attendance Sat 11/16: Vendor at Bennett Craft Fair (discounted stamps, teacher gifts, etc) Fri 12/13: Creative Club - $5 (3D Ornament) To RSVP please visit my Meetup group, http://www.meetup.com/Manassas-Papercrafters/ Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide Add some sparkle to your gift-giving Close Read Wish upon a star that you'll have just the right holiday crafting supplies, and you just might see it come true. In fact, your chances are great this year, thanks to the all-new Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide. Its new products will equip you with all you need to craft outstanding projects this season, and you'll find not only terrific inspiration, but terrific deals! From October 15 to December 31, every order you place totaling $100 in retail-priced products from the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide and/or the Autumn/Winter 2013 Idea Book qualifies you for one FREE "star" item of your choosing from the Gift Guide. Some featured products are while-supplies-last only, so take advantage of this shining deal while you can! Take a peek at the Holidays from the Heart Gift Guide » Stamp of the Month: Illuminate Let your creativity shine through! Close Read With shorter days and chillier nights, the world can use some brightening! With sentiments and images from the November stamp of the month, Illuminate, you can quickly warm a loved one's spirits. It is available at full retail for $17.95, but when you place an order of $50, you'll receive the stamp set for just $5! It's a wonderful deal available only through November 30, so order yours at the speed of light. See the November Stamp of the Month » Workshops on the Go® Frosted Cardmaking Kit Wintery wishes for your family and friends! Close Read 'Tis the season for sending holiday greeting cards to family, friends, and co-workers. Make your heartfelt greetings this year with the Workshops on the Go® Frosted cardmaking kit. Whether your list of recipients is long or short, crafting handmade cards will be simple and satisfying when you use the kit, which includes materials, kit-exclusive accessories, and instructions for 15 beautiful cards inspired by Jeanette Lynton. The Frosted paper packet provides the perfect wintery theme celebrating this unique time of year, and your loved ones will melt over your thoughtfulness. Catch the spirit and start cardmaking today! Order your own Workshops on the Go® Frosted cardmaking kit » Where you can find me: handmadefromtheheart@gmail.com https://twitter.com/#!/mbattitori http://michellebattitori.ctmh.com http://michellebattitori.ctmh.com/retail http://www.facebook.com/MichellesHandmadeWorld. http://www.michelleshandmadeworld.blogspot.com http://www.pinterest.com/mbattitori Close To My Heart 1199 West 700 South, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062 919 Centre St. NW, Suite 331, Calgary, AB T2E 2P6 © 2013 CTMH Co. All rights reserved. Unsubscribe from this list