January Play Dates Scrapbooking Class | ProPlayer

Play Dates | Pro Player

This month I've got game. No, really! I just made 4 super layouts from the ProPlayer My Reflections Paper packet (just $9.95 plus tax and shipping) plus a few extra cardstock sheets (okay, and one Creme Brulee B&T leftover from my retired Veranda paper packet because I ran out of CS...) These paper packets are a seriously amazing deal!

Close To My Heart has always come up with terrific trendsetting supplies and artwork and hasn't failed here. Listen, ladies, even if you are put off by the decidedly masculine colors because you need GIRL stuff.. never fear! This paper works for your favorite team: Team You! Whether you've got Little League, Super Bowl, or Gamers in mind, this is a great package to cover the Big Day. (Detail closeups of L1 below).

"Non stop fun" is from Later Sk8r and worked again for my missing  Complements My Stickease.
"Adventure Time" is on the zip strip!

Here's a closeup of my borrowed Veranda Creme Brulee' B&T.

I went with the two WOTG layout patterns to showcase a training session for work at one of our local air ambulances, AirMed (Layout one, L1, above), and for my boys who love playing with their dump trucks inside and out (L2, below).

Stamps are from Later Sk8r (retired), Fast and Furious and the Cricut Artbooking stamps,
plus April's SOTM (also retired). Journalling will go on White Daisy CS strips in the middle black portion.

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I stamped the dumptruck first in black, then on a White Daisy CS sheet in Creme Brulee, and I cut out the dump to overlay with a little 3D Foam Tape.

The third was inspired by my friend, Karen Pedersen (L3, below). Red and blue are my son's favorite colors and they fit so perfectly with pictures I took of his recent broken arm (Merry Christmas) and seemed to embody his whole attitude about the experience, perseverance and accomplishment. Game on!

The title is made from a retired alphabet, but the Complements have a similar title design.

Sometimes we must make do! I didn't have any ruby shimmer trim, so I cut some Ruby CS and
added red Glitz glitter gel over the top. Nothin' wrong with using what ya got!

This sentiment is from Later Sk8r (retired) and was perfect!

I also put together a 4th layout with the scraps and 2 slate CS sheets for the traditional "Gamers" in our home, Brandon and the "Wii" little ones, the exact theme of the ProPlayer pack. And the layout is straight out of Make It From Your Heart, Vol. 1. Easy peasy!

I just love pennants! To keep your Ruby Chevron ribbon from fraying after you cut it, just run a thin line
 of Liquid Glass along the cut edge and let dry a few minutes.

Pop up your title with a little 3D Foam Tape.

These clear squares are from the retired Clear Windows, we used to carry,
many a moon ago when I started with Close To My Heart. They seemed to add the
right accessory and shape with this paper and super-clean layout pattern.

Journal tag and pocket "secured" with twine to match the other embellishments.

You can make these layouts with just a few basic supplies next month. Get started with the Basic Kit now ($29.95 plus tax and shipping) and Happy Scrappin!

Warm wishes,

National Stamping Month Specials and Play Dates

I looked all over the Lodge at Fish Lake for a T-shirt to bring home that said, "I went to Fish Lake and all I caught was this cold," but for some reason they didn't have one. We had a great time camping this past week (and even got a date night courtesy of the parents, for which I am eternally grateful) despite getting sick, and the cold held off until the end of the trip, at least. We had the kids' time out of school scaled down to the bare minimum, but then ended up taking another day with the cold!

There are plenty of things to cheer about in September, though. Here's a rundown of what's in store:

1. Play Dates
It's the return of the 5 Buck Layout, the cheapest date there is! 

This month you can make this beautiful layout featuring Avonlea papers and stamps. Buy just the kit for only $5 or get the Avonlea Workshop on the Go and take home the stamps, accessories, paper and more to make another 4 pages, cards, or countless other projects, like this My Creations Bracket Frame, which would be an awesome handmade gift for someone you love (HINT: Grandparents always love to receive pictures). Sign up below! For more information about how Play Dates work and the loot, er.. Rewards you can reap, check out the sidebar on the right under "Play Dates".

Saturday, Sept. 15 @ 10 am - 12 pm Avonlea 5 Buck Layout

Saturday, Sept. 15 @ 7 pm - 9 pm Avonlea 5 Buck Layout

Monday, Sept. 17 @ 10 am - 12 pm Avonlea 5 Buck Layout

Monday, Sept. 24 @ 10 am - 1 pm Avonlea My Creations Bracket Frame, $15

Saturday, Sept 29 @ 7pm - 10 pm Avonlea My Creations Bracket Frame, $15

2. National Stamping Month
This campaign is in full swing until September 30th and you can take advantage of this great double stamp set for only $5 with your qualifying purchase. 

Read more about this, here. (Did you know Studio J orders can count towards your Home Gathering totals for Hostess Rewards? Ask me how!)

3. Stamp of the Month

Fall Favorites 

set of 11

Available September 1–30, 2012

Get the Stamp of the Month set for just $5 (S1209A) when you place an order of $50 or more in products. Jump-start the fun by ordering the items from the list below to create this artwork! You’ll find helpful assembly tips at my website under Promotions.

Moonlight Paper Packet

($9.95, X7161B, Autumn/Winter 2012

Idea Book p. 56)

Autumn Terracotta Exclusive Inks® Marker Set($5.95, Z2427, p. 9)

Honey Exclusive Inks® Marker Set($5.95, Z2415, p. 9)

Olive Exclusive Inks® Marker Set($5.95, Z2425, p. 9)

Burlap Ribbon

($7.95, Z1760, p. 124)

Brads Metal Assortment

($4.95, Z1366, p. 127)

Cricut® Artiste Collection($99, Z1790, p. 15)

See you in the craft room soon!

Warm wishes,

June Specials and Stampaganza!

I just couldn't contain my excitement this morning, so here's my second post of the day featuring all of the fabulous June specials! (Scroll down or click here to see my earlier post.)


There are three fabulous things happening this month with Close To My Heart:


1.  Stampaganza
2.  Play Dates
3.  June Stamp of the Month

I know the cat's out of the bag on the first event, but read through because they all will knock your socks off! What a great way to kick off summer vacation!
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1.  Stampaganza:  

From June 1-30, purchase any two stamp sets (sizes A, B, C, D, or E) at full retail price and receive a third stamp set of your choice FREE (of equal or lesser value)—a savings of up to $29.95!

Stamp sets that count toward the qualifying purchase include full-priced A, B, C, D, and E sets only. Stamps that do not count toward a qualifying purchase include customizable (K), Workshops on the Go™, Cricut^® collection, and Stamp of the Month (both discounted and full-priced) sets.

CTMH stamp sets truly can't be beat in quality or style.  

You can contact me at 801.910.8698, slvrlinin@live.com to take advantage of this special, or you can order on my website 24/7!

2. July Play Dates:  (Photos below are courtesy of Karen Pedersen).  Here is a great way to get 3 beautiful 2 page layouts of  your Workshop On the Go kit. Join Play Dates in June by purchasing the kit ($31.55 before shipping and tax) and signing up for a class {in person or long-distance} in July. Now the bonus is, with a 10 month commitment you will receive a FREE $25 shopping spree from the current Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book from me!  $25 to spend however you'd like. Not too shabby!

We will be making three beautiful 12" x 12" layouts with the Stella Kit in July. You can see the photos of those layouts at the bottom of #2 below.  

Dates to choose from in July to attend in person are:

A.  Saturday, July 7 from 10 am - 1 pm

B.  Friday, July 13, from 7 - 10 pm

Or you can participate long-distance.

Here's how Play Dates Work:  

Each month we use one of the 'to die for' Level 2 paper packs as well as other accessories to create three two page 12" x 12" layouts. Trust me! You'll love it!

There are two ways to attend:

1. You can watch my monthly emails (please email me at slvrlinin@live.com to be added to this list) or posts on my blog about Play Dates to see what we are doing the next month and to call and order your kit and sign up for a specific date and time.

2. You can join Play Dates for a 10 month commitment. You still get at least 2 dates and times to choose from each month. The difference is that when you join you will get a FREE CLOSE TO MY HEART SHOPPING SPREE in one of your 10 months. This month will be assigned to you when you join. Most shopping sprees average between $40-$100 in free product.

Either way you choose to attend, the following information is pertinent:
*You are required to purchase the Basic Kit, but are welcome to upgrade to the Better or Best Kits, or just to pick and choose things from them to add to your Basic Kit. Basic Kits are usually approximately $30-$33 (before shipping and tax). You purchase the month before for the following month and then your kits are here waiting for you when you come. For instance, you would buy your July kit in June.
*You are always welcome to purchase additional items from the Idea Book, but are not obligated to in any way.
*If you sign up and for some reason can't attend, you will still get your packet and cutting guide and there will be pictures on my website that you can look at to complete your layout on your own.

A few Benefits to joining Play Dates:
*You will have the option to host your own gathering with your friends during your Shopping Spree month if you would like to. This will help you get an even bigger free shopping spree.
*You will get each new Idea Book one month before everyone else.
*If you are a member during December, you will get a special Holiday gift from me.
*You will never miss out on hearing about a Close To My Heart special.
*You will have the opportunity and excuse to have at least one evening or morning out per month with your girlfriends.

Contact me to take advantage of this special (801.910.8698, slvrlinin@live.com).

Layouts we are making in the July classes (feel free to click on any photo to see it larger and in more detail):

3.  June Stamp of the Month:  You'll love this fun and flirty stamp set filled with 'tweets' and more.  

This set (valued at $17.95) is yours for only $5 when you spend $50.  If you call me to order, I'll be sure to remind you about this special. If you're ordering on my website, once you spend $50, you'll be prompted to add it before you check out.

Warm wishes for a fabulous summer!

Happy New Year and a Christmas Layout {Studio J}

It's the end of another year. We had many great memories together and I hope to have inspired you at least once during that time. With year's end comes a moment of reflection and and a list of "I will.." resolutions for the new year.

Some Great Moments
Two blog awards!
Week In The Life 2011
Ann Lessner wining my first blog candy contest.
Magic Layouts
April Fool's Day {Colt}
Countdown to Valentine's Day

Welcoming A New Year
I'm including January's Constant Campaign info today as I'll be out of the office on Sunday the first for New Year's. There's a lot a fun coming up in 2012 with brand new classes and stunning artwork! Start signing up for classes as space will go quickly. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars now and sign up today!

January
Play Dates
This month make three layouts from Wonderland. With your Basic Kit you get enough supplies to complete 3 layouts and you get to take home an exclusive C-size stamp set to keep!

Wonderland Kit (G1031)

Retail value: $33.78 / You Pay: $29.95
Wonderland Level 2 Paper Packet (X7146B)
White Daisy Cardstock Sheets
My Acrylix® Wonderland Workshop Stamp Set (C-size)
Clear Sparkles (Z1104)
Foundry® Pin Clips (Z1612)
Instructional Brochure

Rock the Block

When you place a minimum order of $25 from the Autumn/Winter 2011 Idea Book, you can get two valuable new products for just $15: the My Creations^® Collage Cubes (a Spring/Summer 2012 sneak-peek product!) and the exclusive My Acrylix^® Rock the Block E-size stamp set (available only during this promotion). This Rock the Block promotion represents a retail savings of almost $30! You're going to love the collage cubes and the Rock the Block stamp set, which work together for interactive, fashionable fun!

Dates: Offer valid December 19, 2011–January 31, 2012.

Perfect 10
January is free layout month for Studio J^® members! For every 9 custom-printed Studio J layouts you buy, you’ll receive the 10th layout free. To receive the discount, just add 10 or more layouts to your cart. You’ll see a discount reflected in your order total. And you can totally take advantage of this promotion by ordering in multiples of 10. Buy 9, get 1 free. Buy 18, get 2 free. Buy 27, get 3 free. And so on! If you’re not a member yet, now’s a great time to join!
Dates: Offer valid January 1, 2012–January 31, 2012.

Stamp of the Month (SOTM)
Get the stamp of the month for just $5 when you order $50 in products during the month! This month is for all of your little reminders and it's great for Save The Dates!

February
Spring/Summer 2012 Idea Book is live for customers on the first and it is SPECTACULAR. You can see it online at closetomyheart.com or you can get one in your hands by calling me TODAY!!

Countdown to Valentine's Day
Here on the blog we'll be counting down the days until Valentine's Day with a fun project every day. Whether cards, layouts or gifts for your sweetheart, this is the place to be to get some GREAT ideas!

I can't wait to see you in the new year! Reserve your spot today and have a Happy New Year!

Warm wishes,

I feel Lucky, oh so Lucky!

Hey all, I've finally had some time to play with these papers, now that the blog hop is over. They are so much fun! I love the colors and while they are very "boy", you can see they worked for Brook, too! In March we will be making these 6 fabulous layouts:

Layout 1



Layout 2

Layout 3 - Left

Layout 3 - Right

I have to tell you the story of "blessings." Brook and Aidan were having their dinner at the table when the talk turned back to saying the blessing (they ALWAYS fight over who's turn it is to say it next.) We were goofing around and I told them they needed to count their blessings. It went over their head a little bit and Brandon and I moved on in the conversation. As we were discussing the latest truck project, I hear Aidan shout at Brook, "No! I had 22. YOU had 23!" Such sweet little angels.. they had been "counting their blessings" the whole time in a contest as to who could get to 100 the fastest. Absolutely nothing to do with being thankful... but we have to start somewhere!! Love my table talk!


Now back to the information for my March Play Date Classes. You can read the general information about my classes at the bottom of my blog. Just scroll down to where it says "Play Date Information" and read away! Classes are held in my home in South Jordan, UT.


Class Dates and Times (be sure you have your space reserved and order to me no later than Wed, March 16.)

•Tuesday, March 22, 6pm - 9pm
•Thursday, March 24, 6pm - 9pm
•Saturday, March 26, 10am - 1pm
•Saturday, March 26, 6pm - 9pm

Remember, in order to attend you only need to purchase the Basic Kit. After that, you are more than welcome to purchase the Better or Best Kits, pick and choose items from one or both of them, add some more items from the Idea Book, or just stop at Basic. Pretty easy! Here is the shopping list:

Basic Kit:
•Lucky Level 2 Paper Pack
•Exclusive Stamp Set
•Wooden Designer Buttons
•Natural Hemp
•Cutting Guide
•3 Extra Sheets of Cardstock (gift from Trish)
Subtotal $29.95*

Total with shipping and tax $34.38

Better Kit = Basic Kit plus the following products:
•Desert Sand Stamp Pad
•Outdoor Denim Stamp Pad
•Round Sponge
Subtotal: $46.13*

Total with shipping and tax: $52.96
Best Kit = Basic and Better Kits plus the following products:
•Rustic Alphabet Stamp Set

Subtotal: $81.08**

Total with shipping and tax: $93.08
*at this level you qualify for the Feb. Stamp of the Month (D1453-Friendship) for 25% off ($17.21)
**at this level you qualify for the Feb. Stamp of the Month (D1453-Friendship) for 75% off ($5.74)


Call or email me to sign up for a class and to place your kit order no later than 9am Wednesday, March 16th at 801.910.8698 or slvrlinin@live.com

Warm wishes,

Come scrapbook with me!

Next week for Play Dates we are making 6 layouts featuring Wings papers and the fabulous Bohemian Alphabet from Close To My Heart. I'd love to have you join me at my home in South Jordan, UT. You can see what we're making:

Dates and Times to choose from:
•Tues, February 22, 6pm - 9 pm
•Thurs, February 24, 6pm - 9pm
•Sat, February 26, 10am - 1pm
•Sat, February 26, 6pm - 9pm
Shopping List
Basic Kit (see it here)
Wings Level 2 Paper Pack
Exclusive Stamp Set
Black Mini-Medley Accents
Spray Pen
Workshop Guide
2 extra sheets of Colonial White Cardstock (gift from Trish)

Value of over $35 before shipping and tax

Subtotal: $29.95 Total with shipping and tax: $34.37

Better Kit = Basic Kit + the following products
Wings My Stickease Collection
Wings Level 2 Pleated Ribbon Assortment
Black Mini-Medley Accents
Bohemian Alphabet
Subtotal: $69.80 Total with shipping and tax: $80.07

Best Kit = Basic and Better Kits + the following products
Hearts Dimensional Elements
Pearl Paint
Vineyard Berry Reinker
Vineyard Berry Stamp Pad
Olive Stamp Pad
Black Stamp Pad
Round Sponge

Subtotal: $97.25 Total with shipping and tax: $111.56

Any of these purchases will give you the stamp of the month for 25-75% off, respectively. Call or email me to sign up for a class and to place your kit order no later than Friday, February 18 at 10pm (801.910.8698, slvrlinin@live.com) OR, order some of these items yourself on my website 24/7.

Warm wishes,