National Scrapbooking Month Promotion

Close To My Heart is celebrating National Scrapbooking Month in May with a fabulous promotion! During May, when you  place a minimum order of $50 US / $55 CAN for any Close To My Heart products*, you can grab an exclusive You & Me scrapbooking kit for just $15 / $16.50—that’s more than half off the retail value of the kit! Woo-hoo! You can also purchase the kit outright for $34.95 / $38.95 with or without a minimum purchase. It’s a charming kit you and your customers are sure to love. It features two fully embellished layouts, each with their own unique personality, a D-size stamp set, and an instruction guide to step you through the creation process. As part of our promotion, we’re also offering new Consultants who join Close To My Heart in May one FREE You & ME  kit!

Happy Easter

I want to wish everyone a very Happy Holiday season.

The kids have been on Spring Break but they have to work on their projects. This break has been nice but I wished the weather would cooperate. I want more warm sunny days.

So that was my inspiration for this card using the April Stamp of the Month:  Blessed.  We made this cute card at a recent Gathering.

 Colors:  Sweet Leaf, Blush, Creme Brulee, Crystal Blue, and Black.  

Versimark Ink and White Daisy Embossing Powder

Technique: Emboss Resist

Here's to wishing to warmer days filled with sunshine.



Studio J®: Step-by-Step Basics

If you have ever wanted to try Studio J, Close to My Heart has just come  out with a fantastic video tutorial for using Studio J. check it out and you can can head over to my website: susanacheson.myctmh.com and try  Studio J for FREE!!

Here are some of my Studio J Layouts:

Thanks for looking,

Sophia Layout

It's been a while since my last post. I am so sorry but time seems to have gotten the best of me. It has been a very busy March. I have a wonderful time at the No Frills crop and the Hiss Church FUNraiser crop this month. I got reacquainted with old friends and met some new friends.

The ladies have really been receptive to the Sophia layout I will feature at the April crop.

The layout uses Sophia Level 2 Paper Pack (X7131B), Heartfelt Treasures (C1456), and Red, Purple and Pink Sparkles (Z1326). Colors featured are White Daisy, Blush, Hollyhock, Pear, and Creme Brulee.

If anyone is interested, please contact me for more information.

Thanks for looking,

Studio J Inspiration

It has been a while....I can't believe it is March 1. I am so ready for spring.  Our Rita's opened today with 50% off all treats. Lately, I have been all about finding some cool places for fabulous treats...thanks to all the ladies at the crops for the wonderful suggestions. If anyone knows of any great places to try let me know.

Like I said, at our last crop, the ladies introduced me to IcedGems Bakery which makes the most delicious cupcakes in a variety of flavors. I won't go there everyday, but it's great for a special treat.

Last month, CTMH had a fantastic special for Studio J layouts, purchase 9 get one free. I was able to do 10 layouts in a weekend. Here are some pages I did for my youngest daughter. Enjoy.

Thanks for looking and hope to see you all soon,

Team Meeting Swap Card

On Sunday, I was finally able to attend the Merridots Team Meeting hosted by Barb Carrico. It was a lot of fun. Kelly Rizzo was able to share alot of new exciting proposals from her Team Builders meeting.  And, I got to meet fellow consultants.

We were asked to bring cards for a swap. I made the card from the Lucky WOTG.

As soon as I take the pictures of the swap cards, I'll post them here.

The No Frills crop is this weekend. I can't wait to see everyone there. Seems like it's been so long since we've seen each other.

Thanks for looking,



New Spring/Summer Idea Book

Yea!!! The New Idea Book is available for everyone. Check it out here.

Leave me a comment of what you think and what's your favorite product in the book.

Thanks,