JANUARY WORKSHOP

Cards we will make at my workshops.

January Workshop -

First, I'm getting more excited for the New Year, thanks to the upcoming launch of the Close To My Heart Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book!

See all the fabulous new products on-line January 1st. Attend one of my workshops; you'll receive your Seasonal Expressions 1 catalog then. Otherwise, contact me if you are interested in a copy.

Join me at one of my January workshops as we create five cards for $15. Learn to make a corner box card, a valentine shaker card, use watercolor paints, and try out our NEW Thin Cuts (metal dies) with coordinating stamps. 

You have three options to choose from:

Thursday, January 14, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, January 15, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 16, 9:00 a.m.

Seats are already filling up fast, so please contact me right away if you plan to attend. Mail your $15 workshop fee to me by January 3rd to hold your seat.

I reserve the right to cancel a workshop if participants are less than four.  A refund or credit towards another class will be given. 

WATERCOLOR

 

Sharing a little inspiration....

Today I tried out the new Watercolor Paints from Close To My Heart with the

 December Stamp of the Month, Candlelight Garden; friendship cards. 

DECEMBER CONSTANT CAMPAIGN

Get Your Planners Ready for 2016!

During December, you can get your hands on this new, gorgeous Everyday Life album bundle from Close To My Heart. 

The items shown are:
Z3208 Album - Black $10.95
Z3209 2016 Planner Pages $15.95
Z3212 Perfect Plan Roller Stamp $8.95
    or
CC1059 Bundle $29.95


You can purchase the items separately, or get the Everyday Life Bundle for $29.95. That's over 15% off the retail price! The planner consists of 154 pages, including 1 pocket folder page, 12 monthly dividers with tabs, 1 designed page finder, and 4 sheets of stickers. The pages are 3-ring hole punched and measure 8 3/8" x 6 7/8". The pages include both monthly and weekly spreads that begin January 2016 and run through December 2016. The roller stamp coordinates with the label stickers that come with the planner pages and features titles, reminders, and additional images.

The rest of the Everyday Life line will be available for purchase in the new Seasonal Expressions 1 starting January 1, 2016.  You may purchase as many discounted planner bundles as you desire, but this is a December special and will be available "while supplies last". Contact me soon to order yours!  If you want to place an order on my website, please use the item number CC1059 if you want the planner bundle. 

As a reminder, the December Stamp of the Month is Candlelight Garden, so don't forget to include it as well. It's a really cute set, and if you order the planner bundle, then the Stamp of The Month is just $5!  Check it out on page 36 of the Holiday Expressions catalog.  Please contact me if you have ANY questions.

Happy crafting!

CYBERWEEK SALE - STARTS MONDAY!

Get 25% off selected items!

SALE DATES 

Monday, November 30  (9:00 am)  - 

Friday, December 4 (4:00 pm)

For five days only, a selection of items from Close To My Heart's current idea books can be yours for 25% off retail price!  Get the supplies you'll need to make handcrafted gifts and cards for the holidays, including our Cricut Artfully Sent Collection, at an amazing discount! 

Below are the 39 products included in this sale. Additionally, all items will be shown in a special shopping menu entitled "Cyberweek Sale" on my website address, www.ctmh.com/brendabeckham or click on the shopping cart at upper right. 

Z3111 Base & Bling Snowflake Charm—Faux Gold
Z3112 Base & Bling Jingle Bell—Faux Gold
Z3135 Base & Bling Snowflake Charm—Faux Silver
Z3136 Base & Bling Jingle Bell—Faux Silver
Z3138 Base & Bling Red Bead Charm—Faux Gold
Z3139 Base & Bling Red Bead Charm—Faux Silver
Z3180 Picture My Life™ Going Places Scrapbooking Program
Z3147 Cut Above™ Dapper Giraffe Card Kit
Z2028 Designer Creations Short Stack Album
Z2036 Designer Creations Slate Paper Bags
Z2037 Designer Creations Lagoon Paper Bags
Z2038 Designer Creations Ruby Paper Bags
Z2039 Designer Creations Honey Paper Bags
Z2049 Designer Creations Cupcake Box
Z2050 Designer Creations Takeout Box
Z2053 Designer Creations Buttoned Bag
Z1838 5" x 7" Hinged Display Tray
Z1750 Designed Décor Display Tray
Z2006 Designed Décor Red Magnetic Chalkboard
Z2015 Designed Décor Black Shadow Box
Z2016 Designed Décor Colonial White Shadow Box
Z1833 My Creations™ Kraft Container
Z1871 My Creations™ Kraft 3-Ring Album
Z1953 My Creations™ Journaling Cards Box
Z1956 My Creations™ Hip Pics Album
Z3043 My Creations™ Black Mini Book
Z3044 My Creations™ Kraft Mini Book
Z3069 My Creations™ Mini Mix Album
Z3137 My Creations™ Pint-Sized Container
Z3168 Cricut® Artfully Sent Collection
Z1476 4 ¼" x 5 ½" White Daisy Envelopes
Z1477 5" x 7" White Daisy Envelopes
Z1478 6" x 6" White Daisy Envelopes
Z1756 3" x 3" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1757 4 ¼" x 5 ½" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1758 5" x 7" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1759 6" x 6" Colonial White Envelopes
Z1851 Scallop Border Punch
Z1997 Triangle Border Punch

For placing the order on my website, simply add the items from the special "Cyberweek Sale!" shopping menu during the campaign sale dates.  Eligible sale items will only show up in this menu. Or, you may email or call me with your order and I'll be happy to place it for you. If your order is before or after the parameter dates/times of the campaign, then you won't be prompted to receive the discount. 

While we anticipate having sufficient quantities for the life of the sale, all items are considered "while supplies last" and there will be no backorders for discounted products.  Make the most of your holiday preparations, or just get those items that you've been wanting for yourself at this discounted price! 

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

There is no time more fitting to say "thank you"

to my customers and friends.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

NOVEMBER CAMPAIGN SPECIAL

Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking - Experience the "fun" of Fundamentals.

My Legacy album bundles only available during November!  When you purchase the album bundle, you will also qualify to receive a value pack of side load or top load Memory Protectors FREE - savings of $19.95.  The My Legacy album bundle is $71.80 each and includes the following: one album style and design of your choice, one Paper Fundamentals Enchantment pack, one Fundamental stickers Enchantment pack, one Peacock Fundamental assortment, and three sheets of White Daisy cardstock.  Turn your beautiful products into fabulous layouts using the new Simply Fundamental Scrapbooking workshop featuring five layouts you can make using all the supplies in your bundle. Only available in November and while supplies last. Contact me to get yours ordered today!

CHANGE OF WEATHER

In Arizona, we always love a cool, rainy day.  We woke up to a bright, warm, sunshine day, but shortly after lunch the clouds came in and we had a rumbling thunderstorm, which brought a nice rain and cooler temperatures.  So nice to have the screen doors open for awhile!

So, as I sat in my craft room, I decided to make these simple fall cards to put in my customer's orders.  If you ordered from me within the past week, you will be getting one of these!  Hope I have inspired you to make some fall cards of your own. 

 

 

 



I haven't had the opportunity yet, but I am getting anxious to try out the new Watercolor Paints from Close To My Heart.

There are 36 delicious colors, and I can't wait to add a splash of color to some cards!!  We will be using these watercolor paints at one of my upcoming workshops. Be watching my blog to find out more. 

Happy crafting!!  

AND THE WINNER IS !!

CONGRATULATIONS to Char Othon!!  Her name was drawn on Saturday, October 24, as the winner of the Raining Cats & Dogs mini box and matching card set. Thank you to everyone for your continued business!

Have a wonderful week!

BE A WINNER!

 

When you attend one of my workshops, you will have a chance to win one of my homemade gift bags with a fun, crafty item inside!  Watch my blog for upcoming workshops.

 

 

OCTOBER DRAWING

For every $25 of Close To My Heart product purchased from me in August, September and through this Saturday, October 24, you will receive a ticket to be entered in the drawing to win this adorable Raining Cats & Dogs gift box with five matching cards and envelopes!

Get your order in today!!  YOU COULD BE THE LUCKY WINNER!! 

 

          Click on the "shopping cart" or email me at bbeckham1@q.com to place your order.

 

OCTOBER CAMPAIGN

Join in the fun today!

Become a Close To My Heart consultant during October and receive the 2015 Close To My Heart Convention bag FREE in your NEW Consultant Kit!  Travel in style with this trendy and eye-catching cross body bag, perfect sized for carrying layouts, paper packets, and projects that are in-progress. Along with the items found in the newly revamped NEW Consultant Kit, this bag will help you start your business with confidence and flair! 

SEPTEMBER CAMPAIGN

National Stamping Month - Hello, Life!

September is National Stamping Month, and this year Close To My Heart has something to help every kind of papercrafter say a big "hello" to life! 

 

Available only during the month of September, these exclusive C-size My Acrylix Hello, Life! stamp sets can be purchased for $13.95 each!  Or, for an even better deal, you can purchase all three for only $34.95 - a savings of $6.90!  Each set is designed to fit with a specific type of papercrafting, whether that's traditional scrapbooking, cardmaking, or pocket scrapbooking.  However, all sets coordinate with each other and can be used with the new Cricut Artistry collection to help expand your artwork options even further.

Remember, these are only available during September, so get your order in for one - or all three - before these gorgeous stamps disappear! 

OCTOBER WORKSHOP

 



WHITE PINES - Cardmaking Kit Workshop On the Go

I know it's a little hard to imagine - Christmas cards in October??  But if we think about it, the holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to get your Christmas cards started ahead of that time!  Sign up for my October workshop and pick one of the two options below to make your cards. Come stamp and be merry! 

Option #1

Purchase White Pines Workshops on the Go Cardmaking Kit (G1099) for
$24.95 (plus tax and shipping). No workshop fee will be required with this purchase and your paper will be pre-cut and ready for 5 cards. You can make 10 more cards on your own later. Kit is on page 18 of new Holiday Expressions catalog. 

Kit includes:

My Acrylix Stamp Set (D size)
White Pines papers
Cardstock sheets
15 White Daisy Cards & Envelopes
Bitty Sparkles
Fern Thick Twine
Instructional Brochure

Additional supplies required to make the above cards at home:
 
Black stamp pad (Z2105)  $6.95
Cashmere stamp pad (Z2175)  $6.95
Cranberry stamp pad (2116)  $6.95
"New" Fern stamp pad (2650)  $6.95
Blocks, 1"x1", 1"x3.5", 3"x3", 2"x3.5"

Optional items I used, but not required:

October Stamp of the Month - Twinkle  (S1510) $17.95, or $5 with a $50 purchase
Holly Jolly Christmas (D1657)  $17.95 (sentiments stamped inside he cards)
Mini stapler (Z2027)  $12.95
Mini staples  (Z2097)  $2.95

Option #2

Pay $15 for workshop fee and make the five Christmas cards. 

Workshop dates to choose from:

Thursday, October 22, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, October 23, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 24, 9:00 a.m.

Seats are already filling up for this workshop, so if you interested in attending, please let me know right away. I will need to know if you are purchasing the $24.95 kit and any other additional items, or paying $15 for the class. I will provide you with a total and your workshop fee will be due to me by September 16 in order to allow time to get the kits and have the paper cut for everyone. Please send me an email at bbeckham1@q.com

SEPTEMBER WORKSHOP

Join me at one of my September workshops as we create four Fall cards and a Halloween gift bag for $15.  Please bring your basic supplies, which should include your own adhesive, scissors, pop dots/foam tape and glue dots.

You have three options to choose from:

Thursday, Sept 3, at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Sept 4, at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept 5, at 9:00 a.m.



Workshop fee must be paid in advance to hold your seat.  If you plan to attend, please notify me right away as seats fill up fast!  email me at bbeckham1@q.com
I reserve the right to cancel a workshop if participants are less than four. A refund or credit towards another class will be given. 

The NEW Close To My Heart Annual Inspirations and Holiday Expressions catalogs will be available September 1st.  Ask me how you can get yours!

P.S.  If you purchase the new Cricut Artistry Collection from me in August, you will attend your next workshop for FREE on me. 

NEW ITEMS AND SPECIALS

NEW products - Available to order now! 

Close to My Heart has done it again!  A new Cricut Cartridge Collection called "Artistry" includes 700 images perfect for any crafter.  You get the cartridge, three D-size stamp sets and a package of the Enchantment cardstock combo all for just $99!  The new cartridge includes shapes spanning a wide variety of themes, holidays, and seasons to add visual spice to any project you create.  Get back to basics with the unique font, banners, layered shapes, borders, backgrounds, and other fun icons.

Plus, I have a surprise special as well!  When you order the Artistry Cricut Collection this month, by August 31, you will receive your next workshop fee FREE! ($15 value). 

Other product also available to you this month:

 

Zoe Paper Packet

 

Zoe Scrapbooking Kit - Workshops on the go 

 

Zoe Complements 

Zoe Assortment

 

Green Enamel Triangles

 



 

 

And to make August even better, I am offering another surprise!!  For every $25 you spend for Close To My Heart products from August 6 to October 24, your name will be entered to win this 5" x 5"  Raining Cats & Dogs mini box with five matching cards and envelopes. The winner's name will be drawn at my October 24th workshop. Good luck!!

 

 

Shop with me by clicking on the shopping cart in the upper right corner of my blog page, or contact me by email at bbeckham1@q.com to place your order. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



MY CARDS ARE PUBLISHED!

 Published in Scrap & Stamp Arts magazine

Thought I would share a couple of cards I submitted to Scrap & Stamp Arts.  They were looking for "doggie" cards for their section called "Who Let The Dogs Out?!, so I submitted these two and they are published in the Aug/Sept 2015 publication.
See my cards below on pages 45 and 47 of the magazine.
If you don't subscribe to this magazine, pick one up today!  There are lots of great techniques and card ideas for your crafting pleasure.


 

AUGUST STAMP OF THE MONTH

Framed

During August only, you can get this new D-sized stamp set for just $5 when you place an order for $50 or more in Close To My Heart products.  You may also buy it outright for $17.95.  But don't forget - This stamp set is only available during August.  

GET ORGANIZED!

 August Campaign Special - Get Organized!

Get your hands on the latest and greatest in organization products from Close To My Heart in August.  When you place an order for the new marker roll-up at $17.95, you'll receive the new D-size stamp set Balloon Wishes FREE!  Place an order for the new accessory roll-up for $18.95 and receive two new Base & Bling style sheets, Affirmations and Lovely Blooms, FREE!  Place an order for one - or both!

AUGUST WORKSHOP

Well, summer is in full swing... longer days, vacationing fun, and hot weather. Come and take some time out for yourself! We will make four cards, and a matchbook sticky note holder, dog or cat theme of your choice. Learn to make a latch card and the triple play stamping technique.

 

You have three options to choose from:

Thursday, August 6, at 6:30 p.m.

Friday, August 7, at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, August 8, at 9:00 a.m.

 

Make it an evening or day out with your friends or family; invite them along and spend some fun time making cards and catching up!  If there are four or more of you, and you would like a week day class, let me know and perhaps we can schedule one for you.

 

Workshop fee is $15 and must be paid in advance.  I reserve the right to cancel a workshop if participants are less than four.  A refund or credit towards another class will be given.

 

JULY CAMPAIGN SPECIAL

                                              Jump On It July!

When you purchase $25 in current retail priced stamps in July, you qualify to receive either the July Stamp of the Month for FREE, or you can purchase any one of the Hostess Rewards stamp sets featured in the current Annual Inspirations or Seasonal Expressions 2 for ONLY $5!

The July Stamp of he Month is still available at retail price of $17.95 without any qualifying order.

There are some great Hostess Reward stamp sets, so get yours now for just $5!!  This will be your last chance to get one from our current catalogs, without hosting a home gathering.

You can qualify for both the FREE July Stamp of the Month, and get a $5 Hostess Rewards stamp set with a $50 stamp set order. 

 

WHAT'S GOING AWAY

Want to know what's going to be retired at Close To My Heart?  Have you been thinking about that "kit, paper pack, accessory, or stamp set" for quite some time now....

Click here for the list of retired items:
https://cdn.closetomyheart.com/global/online-office/reference-lists/1415-ss-retiring-list.pdf
or view/order items on my website www.ctmh.com/brendabeckham under "Shop", "Retiring Items." 

It's nice to be aware of what's leaving. Get your order in before August 31. 

WHAT TO DO FOR FATHER'S DAY!

What to do for Father's Day!

If you haven't made your Father's Day card yet, it's not too late!  I just followed the recipe
for this cute 3-D card at  http://blog.closetomyheart.com/2015/06/03/what-to-do-for-fathers-day/
The grandkids will love giving this to their dad tomorrow.

The cuts are from the Close To My Heart Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge. I also used our silver Sequins as wheel centers, and placed two by the "dad" sentiment at top of card. The inside paper is from the Jackson paper collection. Hurry - -  you still have time to make yours!! 

JUNE STAMP OF THE MONTH INSPIRATION

Was busy today making cards, so I decided to share a couple ideas using the new June Stamp of the Month "Ice Cream Dream" from Close To My Heart. I did some paper piecing on these, and will list the materials I used under each card. Don't forget to order this cute set as it's only available this month! You can buy it for $17.95 or get it for just $5 with a qualifying order of $50 or more. Hope I've given you a little inspiration today! Have a crafty week!!

 

Ice Cream Dream stamp set

Hopscotch paper packet

Black stamp pad

Crystal Blue stamp pad

Crystal Blue cs

Silver brads

Markers for coloring

Heart die cuts

 

 

Ice Cream Dream stamp set

Confetti Wishes paper packet

Black stamp pad

Whisper cs

Desert Sand cs

Purple Shimmer Trim

Markers for coloring words

 

 

 

Ice Cream Dream stamp set

JUNE SPECIAL & STAMP OF THE MONTH

Summer Crush

During June, purchase any My Crush book from the current Close To My Heart Annual Inspirations catalog (pages 150-157) and you will receive the coordinating stamp set FREE!  Choose from five lovely My Crush offerings to record your favorite memories. My Crush books are only $12.95, except Holiday Happenings and it is $17.95. What an inexpensive way to record a family reunion, vacation, camping adventure, birthday or holiday. All My Crush books are available while supplies last, so get yours today! 

 

JUNE STAMP OF THE MONTH

 

 

 

 

 

MAY CAMPAIGN SPECIAL - TASTE OF SUMMER

National Scrapbooking Month

Celebrate National Scrapbooking Month during the month of May with Close To My Heart's exclusive mouthwatering Taste of Summer paper packet, available for only $8.95!  This paper packet includes 12 sheets of B & T Duos, two each of six designs. Features bold, vibrant colors for your layouts, cards and more! 

Plus as a special bonus, you can purchase the exclusive Taste of Summer stamp set below for $17.95. Watch Close To My Heart's blog, Instagram account and Facebook page throughout the month, hashtag #CTMHTOS, for more inspired projects. Hurry, get your paper pack and stamp set soon as these are only available in May and while supplies last. No matter where you are or what the weather may be, you deserve a little taste of summer in your life!

JUNE WORKSHOP - SEASIDE MINI ALBUM

Happy May my paper crafting friends!!

With the summer heat just around the corner, and summer vacations in mind, I decided to put together this Seaside mini album (5" x 7") for my June Workshops. 

 

The inside pages are created by using two pieces of 12" x 12" cardstock; scored, folded and cut. You will receive a package of the Seaside Compliments, along with all the paper product and embellishments to make your book. Cost of this workshop will be $27.00.

 

I would like to keep the workshops small (4 people each). If you are interested in attending this workshop, please email me at bbeckham1@q.com now so that I can determine how many days to schedule. Check with your friends and send me the names at one time so I can reserve your spots together. 

 

You have four options to choose from:

 

Thursday, June 11, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Friday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (New time)

Friday, June 12, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 13, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

 

Workshop fees must be paid by end of May. I reserve the right to cancel a class if participants are less than four. A refund or credit towards another class will be given.

 

Happy crafting!!

 

    

 

 

BUSY DAYS STAMPING CARDS

I have been busy the past 3 days with my workshops going on, and then I joined some friends from our stamp club and did some more stamping on Saturday afternoon and evening. Just couldn't miss out on what the Glitter Girls might be doing!  Here is one of my favorites that was shared by Twylla. I cut out a second hat and pizza and adhered with foam tape to give a 3-D look. Also slit his gloves a little and pulled them forward as if he's holding onto the pizza.  
 

Super cute Pizza My Heart card

 

 

The stamp club friend's photo shot with flowers in our hair.  Thanks Kelly!