Sneak Peek

With Close To My Heart's new Idea Book format coming soon, they have prepared a small brochure for us to order from until February 1st. The Spring 2011 (can you believe it?) will go live on that date. Until then, here's a sneak peek of what's to come...

A Little Thanks!

Would you like to receive $45.90 FREE with a $100 order? This month, CTMH is celebrating Thanksgiving by saying THANKS—twice!

In November, anyone who orders $100 in any CTMH products will get the Stamp of the Month free  AND their choice of another A-D sized Stamp Set! The November Stamp of the Month is not to be missed. If you make more “Thank You” cards than anything else, this set is a must have. I can’t wait to get creating with this adorable set.

The November Stamp of the Month is only available during the month of November. Here’s how this set can be yours:

 * earn it FREE when you spend $100 or more
* earn it for 75% off ($5.74) when you spend $75 or more

*earn it for 50% off ($11.74) when you spend $50 or more
* earn it for 25% off ($17.21) when you spend $25 or more
* purchase it for full retail price ($22.95)

November Stamp of the Month

Ms. Holiday Cheer

I believe my good friend, Amy M., created this card. I love everything about it. I love the sparkles, the Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment embellishment. It's on a clear card, too! Who wouldn't want to get this card this holiday season?

The stamping is from Ms. Holiday Cheer, which is an adorable "Bella-esque" stamp set.

Clear Card--Scalloped Circle

I love the clear cards, but I was super intimidated by them at first. I didn't know what adhesive to use, how to layer precisely, etc.

Then I started creating with them. It has been so much fun and not as intimidating as I thought. Because CTMH's B&T paper is double-sided, it's not that big of deal to cover the back sides. I use regular bonding memories glue to adhere everything. TIP: remove the clear film from both sides of the card before adhering anything to it.

This card was made by one of the swap members. It's so cute. It used the Mistletoe Level 2 Assortment with the flower and snowflake brad.

Just For The Holidays

This is one of my absolute favorite cards from the swap. Kayla made it. I adore the colors on it-- very non-traditional. Plus, I love the Dimensional Element Flurry.

This card is the perfect example of how you CAN make Christmas cards that don't contain red and green color combinations. Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something new.

Products used: Magnifique Paper, Dimensional Element Flurries, Blue Sparkles, Chocolate Ribbon (retired), Just For the Holidays stamp set, Round cards.