January Stamp of the Month...

Want to kick 2013 off with a bang? Then check out what Close To My Heart has to offer this month...

First up, is the lovely January Stamp of the Month. Each month you can enjoy a new D-size stamp set, available for one month only, for just $5—that’s over 70% off retail! When you place an order of $50 or more in Close To My Heart products, you qualify for this special Stamp of the Month pricing.

 JANUARY STAMP OF THE MONTH

Only available January 1 - 31, 2013.

Set of 7

Recommended My Acrylix® Blocks:

2"x2" (Y1003), 2"x3 1/2" (Y1009), 2"x6 1/2" (Y1010), 4"x5" (Y1012)

There's Still Time...

Join my team by tomorrow August 31st at 11:59 PM MST for the low price of $49 and get this beautiful damask tote.

It’s so easy to join. Start by clicking on the “Let’s Get Started” link at the bottom of this page and completing the form. As part of your enrollment you will purchase the New Consultant Essentials Kit for only $49! You will receive the basic business and creative supplies you want most. All the supplies in the kit have a retail value of approximately $130!

Contents of the New Consultant Essentials Kit include:

Read Me First Letter, Current Idea Book (qty. 3), Hostess Order Forms (W122/W122C, qty. 5), Customer Order Forms (W101/W101C, qty. 5), Close To My Heart Color Swatches (W471), Autumn/Winter 2012 B&T Duos^® Sampler (W1115), My Acrylix^® Nature's Delight Petite Perks™ Stamp Set (W2023), Workshops on the Go™ Avonlea Kit (G1045), Avonlea Complements Canvas Shapes (X7155C), My Creations^® Recipe/Photo Box (Z1322), Color-Ready Canvas Alphabet (Z1777), Chocolate Exclusive Inks^® Pad (Z2111), Slate Exclusive Inks^® Pad (Z2173), My Acrylix^® Glamour Lowercase Stamp set (D1522), My Acrylix^® Perfect Fit--Frames Stamp Set (D1527), 3" x 3" My Acrylix^® Block (Y1006), and a 2" x 3 1/2" My Acrylix^® Block (Y1009).

Some items may not be shown. Contents are subject to change without notice.

BE A CONSULTANT

You can embark on a rewarding new career! Close To My Heart Consultants enjoy something that is often elusive in the working world—flexibility. Besides being paid for doing what we love, Consultants are their own boss—we set our own hours, work around our priorities, and share revolutionary new products unparalleled in the industry. We also receive discounts on the products we love and have the amazing opportunity to touch hearts and change lives through the joy of scrapbooking and stamping!

If you’ve ever thought about owning your own home-based business and would love an exciting career in the booming scrapbooking and stamping industry, you owe it to yourself to take advantage of this opportunity. There’s never been a better time to join Close To My Heart!

I love what I do! I’m a stay-at-home Mom and this gives me the adult contact I need. I have complete control over my schedule and there is no pressure to “sell, sell, sell.” I make my business what I want it to be. CTMH has really opened up new doors for me. I have the tools to be creative and I love to pass that on to others. I get to meet new people all the time and share what I love!
- Paulette Adams, Recently promoted to Supervisor

I thoroughly enjoy teaching others how to create their own legacies for their family and friends and feel that with a little effort, the rewards I receive from my Close To My Heart business are infinite.
- Tamara Blalock, Executive Manager

To sign up to become a Consultant -  Let's Get Started! 

Join Stampin' Up! and my ScrapCrazyDivas Team for 50% off...

That's right! From November 15th through November 30th you can purchase the Starter or Digital+ Starter Kits for only $87.50 - - that is 50 percent off the regular price of $175 for over $310 worth of paper and/or digital crafting products and business supplies.

Click to view & print flyer

Promotion Deadlines:

• New demonstrator paperwork or ONLINE submissions must be submitted by Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Promotion Details:

• Both the Standard Starter Kit and the Digital+ Kit are available at 50 percent off the regular kit. These are full starter kits, not mini or reduced-content kits.
• Recruits can still add the Stampin' Memories or Digital+ Add-On and will pay the regular add-on price.
• Recruits who join Stampin' Up! and my ScrapCrazyDivas Team during the Simply Amazing Recruiting Promotion are still eligible for any programs available to a new recruit. This includes but is not limited to the extra 10 percent Instant Income offer, Stampin' Start, the opportunity to purchase a Business Booster Kit, and a free two-month Demonstrator Business Web Services (DBWS) subscription.
• Any new recruit who signs up during the Simply Amazing Recruiting Promotion will receive 50 percent off the Starter Kit.
• The promotional price of the Standard Starter Kit and the Digital+ Kit is $87.50. The kits include over $310 worth of crafting and business supplies.

Starter Kit Price: $175  (over $320 value!) 

The Starter Kit, created exclusively for new demonstrators, contains Stampin' Up! essentials you'll need to get started in your new business, including:

• Five complete stamp sets (including a clear-mount set and clear-mount block)
• A Stampin' Around wheel, handle, and ink cartridge  
• Assortment of Designer Series paper and card stock
• Four Classic Stampin' Pads
• Two Stampin' Write markers
• VersaMark Pad
• Whisper White 5/8" satin ribbon
• Songbird Décor Elements and applicator
• Adhesives
• Blender pen
• Stamping sponge
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist 
• Box of Idea Book & Catalogs
• Business forms and tools 

Digital+ Starter Kit Price: $175  (over $320 value!) 

• My Digital Studio software suite
• Three complete stamp sets (including a clear-mount set and clear-mount block)
• Assortment of card stock
• Four Classic Stampin' Pads
• Two Stampin' Write markers
• Real Red 1/4" grosgrain ribbon
• Brights Designer buttons
• Songbird Décor Elements and applicator
• Adhesives
• Stampin' Scrub and Mist 
• Box of Idea Book & Catalogs
• Business forms and tools

Some of the perks of becoming a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator are as follows:

1. Get 20% instant income on all purchases (that's an instant 20% savings).
2. Earn up to 40% commission on personal purchases and customer sales.
3. Extra income. You'll earn extra income based on your sales and recruiting--how much extra income is up to you. See the Compensation Table for more information.
4. Host a Demonstrator only website that allows your family and friends to shop online from you 24 hours a day.
5. Attend Stampin' Up! demonstrator events - Convention, Regionals, Local ScrapCrazyDiva events and Team Meetings.
6. Know about specials, retiring items, company announcements before the public is informed.
7. Receive our full color Stampin' Success monthly magazine - filled with great tips, techniques, samples.
8. Support from Stampin' Up! with support materials, including a monthly magazine, workshop ideas, and audio and video trainings on all kinds of topics available on our Demonstrator Web Site.
9. Credit for your personal purchases - anything we purchase as Stampin' Up! demonstrators count toward our low $300 quarterly minimum, great rewards program, career milestones, monthly overrides, promotions, free mini catalog program.
10. Receive the catalog and minis mailed to you FREE throughout the year.
11. Enjoy hostess benefits and income - as Stampin' Up! demonstrators we are allowed to be our own best customer and receive all the perks of being a hostess AND a demonstrator.
12. Flexibility in how you generate sales - home parties, catalog shows, clubs, classes, direct orders, personal orders, craft fairs, sales of finished product - Stampin' Up! provides multiple streams of income - there is no one way to generate income from sales of product - find the way that works best for you or enjoy several avenues.

Have I peaked your interest yet?


The ScrapCrazyDivas and I would love to have you on our team! Email me with any questions you may have HERE .

JOIN MONDAY (11/15) - Click Here to begin your Stampin' Up! Venture!
Click JOIN NOW
My Recruiting Password: becreative

This post will remain at the top of my blog until November 30th at 11:59pm PST. Thank you!

Stampin' Up!'s Online Spectacular Promotion...

Dates: November 22-30, 2010

Details

The Online Spectacular promotion is designed to help encourage sales during a time when workshop sales are traditionally slow, even though people are doing their holiday shopping and preparing for the holidays. During this one week only, you and your customers can get incredible discounts--up to 50 percent--saving big on your favorite products, as well as qualifying for FREE SHIPPING with demonstrator or online orders of $150 or more.

Discounted product information is listed on this PDF.

Things to Remember

Discounted Products

• Discounted products (except My Digital Downloads) are available on all order types (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online).
• Discounted digital downloads are only available on demonstrator and online order types.
• There is no minimum purchase required to participate in the discounted products promotion.
• For product bundles, you must use the bundle item numbers provided. Bundle discounts will not be applied if individual item numbers are used.
• Additional products from current catalogs may be purchased on the same order.
• Discounts range between 20 and 50 percent.
• Deadlines:
  • Phone: Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 6:50 PM (MT)
  • OEX and Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Free Shipping

• In order to receive free shipping, orders must be $150 or more before tax and shipping.
• Free shipping is available for qualifying online or demonstrator orders only. Other order types will not qualify for this promotional offer.
• Online ordering is not available in Quebec; therefore, free shipping is available for qualifying demonstrator order types only.
• Deadlines:
  • Phone: Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 6:50 PM (MT)
  • OEX and Online Store:  Tuesday, November 30, 2010; 11:50 PM (MT)

Click to SHOP NOW!

 

There's still time to join...only 8 days left to take advantage of the best promotion that Stampin' Up! has offered to date! You figure if you join now, you can take get a deeper discount on the promotion that I mentioned above with no strings attached.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Over $300. of product and supplies for $87.50 (and free shipping of the kit)
• Be able to pre-order from the Occassions Mini starting Dec 1
• Earn extra FREE stamp sets during Sale-A-Bration
• Free subscription to Stampin Up's Monthly Magazine
• 2 FREE months subscription to your own business website
• Opportunity to earn FREE products and incentive trips
• Enjoy Access to the Stampin Up Website where you can see over 115,000 samples, fabulous ideas, tips and suggestions
• You can be your own Hostess and receive the FREE stamps and Free Shopping $$
• Earn up to 9 Additional FREE stamp sets with the Stampin Start program
• Access to our Late Night Stampers Demo Only Yahoo group, StampinUpLNStampers Yahoo Group & Seaside Stampers Bulk Buy Yahoo Group.

There is no penalty to drop if you decide it just isn't for you and you still get to keep the entire kit. You will enjoy your Full Demonstrator privileges to March 31, 2011. To remain active as a demonstrator, the minimum purchase/sale is $100. per month or $300. per quarter.
Remember, you have the choice, you can be a Hobby Demonstrator or a Business Builder Demonstrator. Which one would you like to be:

• Hobby Demonstrator:
  Receives all the above benefits and uses the 20% discount and other sales for his/her own purchases. No other sales are required.
• Business Builder Demonstrator: - has workshops, classes, etc., sells to others and recruits.

You can be either, and you can change your mind any time you like.

The ScrapCrazyDivas and I would love to have you on our team! Email me with any questions you may have HERE .

JOIN Today! (Valid 11/15 - 11/30) - Click Here to begin your Stampin' Up! Venture!
Click JOIN NOW
My Recruiting Password: becreative

Contempo Christmas Tutorial...

My Contempo Christmas Tutorial is now available for purchase. The pdf includes a photo of each card, directions on how to recreate it, a cutting guide and a supply list. The cost of the tutorial is $3.95. If you'd like the pdf mailed to you, please add $1.00 for postage.

Tutorial Options

Tutorial via Email $3.95 Tutorial via USPS $4.95

Contempo Christmas - Card 2 of 4...

Here is the second card of the class that I will be offering at the end of the month. I hope you like it! For this class, I've been trying to stick with the Clean & Simple theme since we will be making 4 each of 4 designs, making them easier to duplicate.


Please note: I added the pearls at the last minute to my sample however, they are not included in the class. If you'd like to add them, let me know asap because I'll have to recalculate your class total. Thanks!

Stamps: Contempo Christmas
Paper: Crumb Cake, Very Vanilla CS, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Crumb Cake
Accessories: Corner Rounder Punch, Ornament Punch, Basic Pearls, Stampin' Dimensionals

Be sure to come by tomorrow for Card 3 of 4. Have a great afternoon!

Contempo Christmas - Card 1 of 4...

Here's a little sneak peek for all of you... It's Card 1 of 4. Each participant will get to make 4 cards each of 4 designs for a total of 16 cards. Is that fabulous or what?!

Thanks for stopping by! Come back tomorrow for Card 2 of 4...

Stamps: Contempo Christmas
Paper: Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Very Vanilla, Naturals Ivory CS, Jolly Holiday DSP
Ink: Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Paper Snips, Scallop Border Punch

New Holiday Bundles & A Class...

With the holidays approaching, I will be offering various themed classes focusing mainly on Christmas Cards, Gift Ideas & Tags. Please see image for amazing sale bundles! My first Christmas Card Class is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 30th - 16 handmade cards for $30 using the Contempo Christmas Wood Mount Bundle.

The class will be made available to both local and distance customers. Visit my blog for more details on the class in the next week or so. Thanks for your support and stopping by!

New Stampin' Up! Promotion for September & New Clearance Items...

New recruits who join Stampin' Up! as a demonstrator during the promotion period will receive a FREE craft tote (valued at $49.95) with the purchase of their Stampin' Up! Starter Kit.

Dates for FREE craft tote: September 1-October 18, 2010, or while supplies last.

Stampin' Up! introduced this tote at the 2010 convention and demonstrators went crazy for it! Now, YOU can get it for FREE ($49.95 value). It's specially designed for Stampin' Up! Demonstrators as it features the beautiful Greenhouse Gala design, Stampin' Up! logo and much more!

Greenhouse Gala Craft Tote Description:
•100% twill nylon exterior; 100% nylon interior
•Dimensions: 15-3/4" x 7-5/8" x 8-7/8"
•Includes attachable shoulder strap for easy transport
•Center section fits 12" x 12" card stock, Craft Keepers, and Paper Cutter
•Outside pockets fit extra-large punches perfectly
•Outside flap pockets offer secure spot for accessories
•Back zipper pocket holds up to seven Stampin' Pads
•Perfect for carrying your crafting supplies to crops, classes, hostess events or just organizing your crafting space.

You don't want to miss out on this great offer. Don't forget it starts Wednesday, September 1st and lasts as long as they have supplies (or until October 18th)!!!

There are new clearance items available for purchase in the Clearance Rack in my Stampin' Up! Shop. Here is just a preview of what's in there...

Earn an Extra $25 in FREE Hostess Merchandise....

Extra! Extra! Read all about it... Stampin' Up! hostesses get extra hostess awards July 27-August 31, in addition to the already fantastic hostess benefits!

From July 27 to August 31, Stampin' Up! hostesses can earn an EXTRA $25 to use toward Stampin' Up! products of their choice when they host a workshop totaling $350 or more!

This extra benefit is included along with the standard hostess benefits they receive when they host a workshop. The standard hostess benefits include:

• A free 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog worth $9.95!
  
• Free stamp sets only available to hostesses (with qualifying orders; select from the products on pages 10-16 of the Idea Book & Catalog)!
  
• Free Stampin' Up! products of your choice!
  
  

You have Hostess Options!

• Catalog Party - just pass around your catalog to friends and family and collect orders.
  
• Party In A Basket - invite friends over and I will provide you with a make and take and all the goodies you need to have a party on your schedule.
  
• In-Home Workshop - Book a date with me and we will have a fabulous time with your family and friends learning fun, new techniques and projects.
  
• Virtual Catalog Party - just have your group of friends view the catalog online from the comfort of their own homes and have them email you their orders.
  

Contact me to book your workshop today!!!

ATTN: FORMER STAMPIN' UP! DEMONSTRATORS...

Now for some more GREAT news!
Stampin' Up! has a great deal for former demonstrators to return to Stampin' Paradise! For just $35 you can rejoin Stampin' Up!. The kit does not include any stampin' products, just the catalogs and paperwork you need to get started again:

2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog (8)
2010 Summer Mini Catalog (8)
Guest invitation postcards (100)
Customer order forms (50)
2010-2011 Definitely Decorative catalog (1)
Celebrando Creatividad (1)
Two months free Demonstrator Business Web Services (DBWS) subscription


For just $35, wouldn't you love to give it another try? Come on, join my team, we will do it together!


E-mail me if you have any questions.


With a brand new catalog to share with your friends and family, this is the perfect time to sign up with Stampin' Up!

As Always~

LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!

June Workshop Projects...

Here are a couple of quick projects that I created for June Workshops. They are really cute and easy to duplicate. Schedule a workshop in June and earn free product of your choosing.

As a reminder, Last Chance items and Mini Starter Kits can only be purchased through June 30th. Don't miss out! Contact me today.



New Digital Downloads are available today...Check them out here!

As Always~

LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!

Stampin' Up! Has A New Sign Up Promotion...

It's the New Mini Starter Kit and it's available for a limited time only...You don't want to miss out on this one!!!

Join the Stampin' Up! family between June 1 - 30, 2010 for only $99 (worth over $180).

Mini Starter Kit Contents
All items below are recommended, but a new recruit can substitute a like item of equal or lesser value.

Item #
Description
Price

117050
Watercolor Trio stamp set (wood-mount)
$22.95

118571
I {Heart} Hearts stamp set (clear-mount)
$18.95

118486
Clear-Mount Block C
$6.95

116978
Homemade single stamp*
$8.95

100730
Whisper White card stock (8-1/2" x 11")
$8.50

119706
Brights Collection assorted card stock (8-1/2" x 11")*
$6.95

115656
Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

119667
Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad*
$5.95

115658
Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

100814
Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin' Pad
$5.95

119261
Basic Black 1/8" taffeta ribbon*
$6.95

121620
Color Coach*
$14.95

104332
SNAIL Adhesive
$6.95

Retail value of products in kit, not including business items -
$124.90

*Sneak peek items!

The Mini Starter Kit also includes the same business supplies that are in the standard Starter Kit; no alternative selections can be made for business items. Contents are listed below:

•Getting Started DVD
•Getting Started Guide
•Guest Invitation Postcards (100)
•2009-2010 Idea Book & Catalog (8)
•Summer Mini Catalog (8)
•To My Hostess Envelopes (10)
•Recruit Folders (5)
•Recruit Brochures (20)
•Hostess Brochure (20)
•Hostess Benefits Form (10)
•Customer Order Form (50)

Stampin Up has great products and a wonderful compensation plan!

• Earn 20% instant income


• Receive 20% Free Hostess goods when you have your own workshop


• Get 10-20% additional income as a volume rebate, plus an additional 10% in great rewards points that you cash these in for more free stuff.


• You also get an additional 10% off the first order you place...30%.

We are hiring Hobbiests and Business Builders alike! Join my Stampin' Up! Team and get a discount while supporting your habit!

Team members who join on June 1st can still register for stampin up's 2010 July convention!!!

If you are a demonstrator, or soon to be one in June and you like what you see here....Go Join today - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LNSBootCamp/
This is training for Stampin' Up! demonstrators only!
This training is good for your business and this training is FREE to all Stampin' Up demonstrators!
It helps to print assignments out so you can keep track of your progress.
If you keep them posted near your calendar or above your work area, you will remember to do them.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please don't hesistate to email me!



As Always~

LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!

New Items Added to the Clearance Rack...

Available while supplies last! They have Designer Series Paper for $3.99, Accessories & Ribbons from $2.39 +up...Don't miss out!

Shop Online Here or browse and Email Me your orders.



As Always~

LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!

It's National Scrapbooking Month Peeps...

Stampin' Up! has a wonderful promotion beginning today, May 1st through May 31st. When you purchase one of the following stamp sets or a copy of My Digital Studio, you will receive your choice of Designer brads for FREE! That's right! You read me correctly... Designer brads for FREE, your choice. So what are you waiting for, shop now!

Click the image of the flyer to view it in its entirety...



As Always~

LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!

Build-A-Bear Workshop Coupon Special Offer...

Dates: January 5-April 30, 2010

Promotion Details: For every $20 spent on products from the Build-A-Bear Workshop Collection, receive a coupon (item 121105) for $5 off a $25 purchase at any Build-A-Bear Workshop store.

Things to Remember:

•Qualifying purchase can be made on any commissionable order type (customer, demonstrator, online, or workshop).
•Customers will receive one coupon for every $20 they spend.
•Eligible qualifying items are listed in the 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog (pages 38-40).
•Coupon will automatically be added to the order once the qualifying purchase has been met and will ship with customers' order.
•Coupon is printed in English only.
•Coupon has no cash value.
•Coupon includes
◦$5 off a $25 purchase (expires December 31, 2010).
◦Free 1,000 Bear Bills web code.
•Unique codes for Buildabearville.com. This is an award-winning Build-A-Bear Workshop virtual world where kids can go online and create a virtual character and play. In addition, when kids buy a bear at Build-A-Bear Workshop, they also get a virtual bear to play with on the site.

Coupon Restrictions:

•Not valid on prior purchases, a Build-A-Party celebration, Bear Buck$ cards, in Build-A-Bear Workshop within Rainforest Café or in Build-A-Dino within T-REX Café. Not valid with any other offer.
•Photocopied coupons are not valid.
•Valid in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada only.
•Limit one coupon per person, per visit.
•Void where prohibited or restricted.
•Where required, cash value is 1/100 of 1 cent.
•Not valid at http://www.buildabear.com/ or http://www.buildadino.com/.


As Always~


LIVE.LOVE.LAUGH.getCRAFTY!