Monday, July 22, 2013

Hello all my fellow crafters!! New things coming your way!!!!

Create layouts to show off your team spirit and cherished moments with friends and family!!



We are only ONE week away for the launch of the NEW Idea Book from Close To My Heart!! In this issue you will find so many great new Ideas in the world of paper crafting!!! This BAMA layout was made with our brand spankin' new Close To My Heart Exclusive Cricut Cartridge-Artbooking!! This cartridge is loaded, which enables you to choose from over 700 images! WOWZA!!!! This means you get 10 mini books, 30 layouts, and much much more!!! Please scroll down and view the upcoming goodies from Close To My Heart! You may also click here to view the current book as well!

New Idea Book available August 1st!!!


New to Close To My Heart ~Jewelry Making~



New Consultant Kit ($150 value for ONLY $49)


Amazing new Cricut Cartridge ~Artbooking~



Nothing like looking beyond the bound pages to create this home decor!!!



Check back soon for more new items and promotions coming this August!!! 

Your Scrap Crazy Mama,
Karie Raburn





Monday, July 15, 2013

Nothing says "Therapy" like losing myself in the world of paper and ink! The following are projects made with current and past CTMH products and other brands as well!

Handmade cards show personal touch with added sincerity!!

Saying "THANKS" is more than a word with this card!

I LOVE the uniqueness of this card! I used the Close To My Heart Exclusive Art Philosophy Cartridge for the card design. Flowers were cut with the Close To My Heart Artiste Cartridge.
Close To My Heart supplies used include:
  • Buzz and Bumble Duo Paper Pack...I have some in stock so comment if interested :)
  • Brown Glitter Paper (Z1830)
  • My Acrylic  D-size For a Friend Occasions stamp set (D1542)
  • Brads Metal Assortment
  • Honey (stamp color) and Coco (distressed/edging color)- Exclusive Inks Mini Pigment Ink Pads
Happy Happy Birthday, Baby........ Marilyn I'm NOT..Scrap CRAZY I am! 



Birthdays are my favorite gift giving occasion!! Adding 3D dimensions is a great way to really make your card POP! Supplies used for this card were:
  • Standard light brown card stock from Hobby Lobby ( my heaven on earth)
  • Pink glitter and Polka Dot paper from the Birthday Extravaganza paper pack from Paper Studio (4.5"x6.5")
  • Close To My Heart VersaMark (used for the Candle pattern on the brown paper)
  • Close To My Heart Dimensional Elements-Awards (Z1792) and the My Acrylix stamp set  are part of the Artiste Collection (Z1790). 
  • Green ribbon is from the Paper Studio Bright Ribbon Scrap Pack
  • The wicks are made with Close To My Hearts Natural Hemp (Z280)

 Wishing you a doggone good day!


Oh my! This little guy stole my heart the minute I saw him! This design is my rendition of the original design in the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book on page 105.  The Revisions include:

  • Ribbon from The Paper Studio
  • I used White Daisy Cardstock under the puppy to bring out the dog bone pattern.
Close To My Heart supplies:
  • A Bowwow stamp set (A1126)
  • My Creations Kraft Container (Z1833)
  • White Daisy, Sweet Leaf, and Coco Cardstock (1385),(X5639),(X5642)
I really love this "Vintage" looking ~Thank You~ card!...I may be a little bias though...hehe! 


THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!! This card was fun to make with another cut from Close To My Heart Artiste Cartridge Collection!
Supplies used to make this THANK YOU:

  •  Close To My Heart My Acrylic  D-size For a Friend Occasions stamp set (D1542)
  • Close To My Heart Exclusive Cricut Artiste Cartridge (Z1790)
  • Close To My Heart Natural Hemp (Z280)
  • Close To My Heart Durables Artisan Studs (Z1816)
  • Close To My Heart Exclusive Ink Basics Mini Pigment Ink Pads- Coco (Z2503)
  • Close To My Heart White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
  • paper for card was some I had on hand.. cant remember where it came from

  • Coffee, Latte (Chai, that is), or anything of the sort!!! In an IV bag or 4!!!! Love you a Latte!!!


    Your all my fellow COFFEE CRAZY MAMAS out there this stamp set is for you!! 
    What a great way to give a gift card to your loved ones favorite coffee dive or to simple show a friend how much they mean to you with your own personal style! My friends and I share this addiction so it would be a great Friendship card to pass along!
    Supplies used for this Cup of Joe:
    • My Acrylix Cup of Cheer stamp set (B1404)
    • Basic Exclusive Mini Pigment Ink Pads Set-Coco (Z2503) *can you tell I love this color*
    • Brads Metal Assortment 
    • Close To My Heart White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
    • paper was another I had on hand. Like many of you, I'm sure, I have more paper than probably normally normal! Goes to show mix and mingling works well with CTMH products as well!
    I'm all about putting Layouts on canvas or in frames! Think outside the bound pages to share your memories!


    Although I love my Scrapbooks, I also love the idea of sharing memories outside the bound pages! This was actually my first project when I received my Close To My Heart Exclusive Cricut Artiste Collection!!! (Z1790)
    Supplies used for this Home Decor project:
    • CTMH Cricut Artiste Cartridge Collection
    • CTMH Quilling Tool 
    • CTMH Liquid Glass (works great for adhesive)
    • CTMH Heart Durables Artisan Studs (Z1816)
    • CTMH Foundry Metal Accessories- Filigree Charms (Z1269)
    You are my Sunshine my ONLY sunshine... A little note to brighten your day!


    This card was made with the April Stamp of the Month. Each month Close To My Heart has a stamp set featured for the month. The set is available for the special pricing of $5 which is  70% off retail! You may qualify for this special pricing each month by placing a $50 minimum order of Close To My Heart products! The July Stamp of the Month is -SWEET LIFE
    Other supplies used:
    • Close To My Heart White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
    • Close To My Heart My Acrylix D-size Card Chatter-Sympathy stamp set (D1476)
    • Close To My Heart Exclusive Ink Stamp Pad-SKY,BUTTERCUP, and PEAR (Z2194),(Z2110),(Z2197)
    • Close To My Heart Exclusive Cricut Artiste Cartridge (Z1790) Kudos stamp set and the coordinating Awards Dimensional Elements... *click link to view the collection*
    • The stamp used for the clouds was from the stamp set exclusive to the Chantilly Scrapbook Workshop (G1053).

    God Bless The Broken Road That Lead Me Straight to YOU!!!

     

    My Baby and I have been through it all during the short time we have been together, but God has truly blessed us through the storms. From the death of Donnie's Father in 2010, to an F-5 tornado tearing our house apart in 2011, and the constant health concerns we face everyday with his mother, Donnie and I have stayed strong in our Faith to prove God is Good all the time! The card may be simple in design, but it really represents how two people came together and created a love story to last a life time!  
    Supplies Used:

    • Close To My Heart White Daisy Cardstock (1385)
    • Close To My Heart Shimmer Trim-Black
    • Close To My Heart Basic Exclusive Mini Pigment Ink Pads Set-Black (Z2503)
    • Close To My Heart Exclusive Ink Stamp Pad-Ruby
    • The stamp set used was`Whooo's your Valentine~ from a Constant Campaign. Constant Campaigns are Promotions held with exclusive stamp sets and workshops. Be on the lookout for up coming Promotions as they become available! 



    • ***Please note some of the supplies are subject to limitation,so hurry and claim yours before they are gone!!! **
      If you have any questions please feel free to comment or contact me anytime!

      Your SCRAP CRAZY MAMA,
      KARIE 


      Sunday, July 14, 2013

      Need to get inspired? Check out the Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book and Promotions for the Month of July!!


      The Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book is jam packed full of great ideas and the tools to make any Scrapbook Layout or Card look its absolute best with your own personal touch. I am truly one SCRAP CRAZY MAMA when it comes to the exclusive Close To My Heart Cricut Cartridges with 700 images, which includes 3D projects, My Acrylix stamp sets, paper packs, embellishments, and tools plus much much more!!!! You say this SCRAP CRAZY MAMA is estatic! That's a whole bunch of yummy scrappin' goodness!

      Close To My Heart Exclusive Cricut Bundles:

      Can you believe what you are about to read....ok sit down and breath...soak in this information all you cricut lovin SCRAP CRAZY MAMAS out there!!!


       



      The Art Philosophy along with the Artiste Cricut Cartridges are exclusive with Close To My Heart.  The cartridges come with 700 images plus three D-size My Acrylix stamp sets, and three coordinating sheets of chipboard shapes! Click here to find out more!

      PROMOTIONS FOR THE MONTH OF JULY:

      Home Decor!!!! Hello! I'm listening! 




      Until July 31st, This beautiful Canvas art kit is 50% off retail($39.95)! You don't want to miss this Chevron printed Canvas complete with all the embellishment you see plus a My Acrylix stamp set. This complete set sells for $19.95!!!  Supplies are limited!!!!!!

      God Bless the USACanada darlin, we haven't forgotten about you either!





       


      What a great promotion to give back to our Military!! Close To My Heart is donating $3 dollars from each of the B-size My Acrylix Courage stamp set and  $5 from each of the D-size Home of the Brave stamp set to the USO-the leading, most recognized military support and services organization in the country! Please help our Military by purchasing on of these beautiful sets. To purchase Click Here. Promotion ends July 31St.

      Ahhhh the SWEET LIFE!



      The July: Sweet Life D-size Stamp of the Month is available for $5-which is 70% of the retail! You may qualify for this Stamp of the Month pricing for a $50 purchase of Close To My Heart products! Now that gets this MAMA excited!!!!!! Don't forget this speical pricing ends July 31st!!






      Make your own printed paper with CLOSE TO MY HEART background stamp sets!!!


      What a great video to show the technique of making your own printed paper with our background stamp sets!! As mentioned in the video, they have a continuing flow to fit any page! With our blocks, you are able to see your image as you stamp for proper placing. Click here to view or purchase the products you see in this video. Since I'm a DIY fanatic, I love to make my own printed paper! Imagine the things you could make!