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12 May 2021

Hillside Cottage Card Workshop

by Krista | posted in: General Info | 0

I’m back with my second card workshop! I hope that offering these workshops helps you with creative block or even just gets you creating. Creating has been proven to help with all sorts of things and I can guarantee you’ll … Continued

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22 Mar 2021

Party Time Picture My Life Card Workshop

by Krista | posted in: Cards, General Info, Workshops | 0

I’m so excited to be back designing workshops and this one will be so fun! Sending cards is such a great way to lift someone’s day right now, while we continue to distance from each other. And what better time … Continued

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birthday cards, cards, workshops
16 Apr 2019

April’s Stamp of the Month is a Favourite

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Stamp of the Month | 0

This beautiful stamp set has been created with spring in mind. I love the fonts: a gorgeous script matched with other fonts. The butterflies and flowers are so fun to stamp with. I’ve seen some stunning projects with really neat … Continued

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20 Nov 2018

What a Whirlwind!

by Krista | posted in: General Info, Promotions, Stamp of the Month | 2

Our family is in the middle of a whirlwind right now!  We got word recently that our little boy will be ready to come to his new home soon and we have been scurrying around to get our house and … Continued

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19 Jul 2018

Here’s To You

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Layouts, Promotions | 0

    I promised all the details about the new product bundle Close To My Heart released on the 15th and here it is!  Here’s to You has a wedding theme, but it also can be used to celebrate any … Continued

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5 Feb 2018

Chelsea Gardens Card Workshop and a Little Update

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Workshops | 0

Hello everyone! Wow, life has been crazy lately.  Some of you know that our family is in the process of adopting from Haiti.  Soon after my last blog post we found out we had been matched with a little boy … Continued

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3 May 2017

9 Bright & Fun Cards You Can Make In a Snap

by Krista | posted in: Cards, workshop kits | 0

I know you’re pressed for creative time.  You’re probably thinking “Creative time??? I’m pressed for any kind of time!”  Life is busy, so before I get into all the new products that were just released I wanted to share my … Continued

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all occasion, birthday, cards, friendship
9 Feb 2017

Share Love and Paper Hugs with Operation Smile

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Workshops | 0

If you haven’t already guessed, I’m a huge supporter of Operation Smile. I’ve seen what a huge impact a medical mission has on people and I love that Close To My Heart has partnered with an organization that gives kids … Continued

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22 Sep 2016

September Stamp of the Month Projects

by Krista | posted in: Cards, Stamp of the Month | 0

I loved the projects in the catalogue that showcased this stamp set, I had to make them.  Here’s the first one: I really like this sentiment, what a wonderful thing to keep in mind. For this second card, I had … Continued

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1 Mar 2016

CTMH: March Stamp of the Month Blog Hop

by Krista | posted in: Stamp of the Month | 10

Welcome to another Stamp of the Month blog hop.  If you arrived from Krista’s Crafty Corner, you’re on the right track.  If you’re starting here, just keep clicking links at the bottom of each post and you’ll get to see … Continued

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Stick for how to get those school memories into sc Stick for how to get those school memories into scrapbooks?  Kick off the summer by documenting and celebrating the school year(s) with the Smarty Pants scrapbooking kit!  PDF Instructions available for download.

We didn't forget about you cardmakers.  There's even a kit for you!

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/ctmh/promotions/2206-ww-smarty-pants.aspx

#handmade #ctmh #papercrafting #creativity #scrapbooking #tellyourstory #document #cardmaking #handmadecards #simplycreating #celebraterelationships #schoolmemories #smartypants #schoolstories #schoolyear #thankateacher #school #teacher #schoolfriends #schooltime
This layout just screams summer! My kids love pop This layout just screams summer!  My kids love popsicles and this stamp set is so fun to colour!  I love using our TriBlend markers but also Shimmer Brushes on the images.  The thin cuts really help with that larger image.  AND it's on sale... but only until Thursday!

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/Retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16483&ci=24660
Summer is definitely here! Our kids are all done Summer is definitely here!  Our kids are all done school and we are looking forward to our trip to the cottage in a couple weeks.  This stamp and thin cuts set is perfect for all those summer photos!  Front Porch Sippin' would also work great for invitations to a BBQ or a summer birthday party!  And it's on sale for just a few more days. 

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16489
As summer vacation starts I send this out to all t As summer vacation starts I send this out to all the mamas and papas who now have to deal with bored children.  I see you.  I feel you.  We got this.
These cute cards were created with the Postage Fra These cute cards were created with the Postage Frame thin cuts and the All Kinds of Awesome stamp set, available for just $6.75.

#handmade #ctmh #papercrafting #creativity #cardmaking #handmadecards #sendhappymail #happymail #simplycreating #celebraterelationships #makesomeonesmile #youareawesome #encouragement
Last week I shared a few cards made with this stam Last week I shared a few cards made with this stamp set, Palm Fronds.  Take a look at this fabulous layout using the same images!  If you've traveled to the tropics at any time, this stamp set is perfect for your photos.  On sale until the 30th!

https://simplycreating.closetomyheart.ca/retail/Product.aspx?ItemID=16490
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