Recipes for Paper

Remember in the last video I posted there was a cute flower box in it and that I was gonna make one? Well I did. :) I cut the box out at 4 inches and the first flower, then the second flower I cut it at 3 1/4. I used my Whooo's your Valentine stamp set to stamp on the stems and the Dream Big Occasions around the base of the box. I used Hollyhock and Blush cardstock along with hollyhock ink to ink the edges and stamp the sentiments.

Do you love patterned paper? I do. Here is a video showing you how simple it is making your own with Close to my Hearts' clearly the best stamps.



In the video it showed a cute flower box, I think that is my next project! Adorable!

To order your very own stamp set by Close to my Heart, head on over to my website at www.karinah.myctmh.com

In celebration of National Papercrafting Month, we’re offering a new product, available through January — our Whooo’s Your Valentine kit! This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart product.

The kit includes:

12 die-cut boxes
3 cardstock sheets
1 sheet of silver glitter paper (new product)
12 treat tubes (new product)
exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit! Adorable! Notice the owl!



Here is a video you can watch that shows you in detail all that is included for ONLY $10.




 Perfect for gifts and classroom projects, the Whooo’s Your Valentine kit will make Valentine’s Day a cinch!

How are all you crafters out there? Are you making your Christmas cards this year? I wanted to make mine last year but didn't. This year though I am making my own. I had most of them done then realized I need a few more but instead of making the same ones, I'm going to design another one :) Close to my Heart released another video showing some things from the Artiste cartridge.

We have added new items to the while supplies last section of our site. Come check it out for some really great deals like this paper pack here:

Looking for cute ways to give your gifts this year? The Artiste takes it a step above the rest with all the cute boxes and 3d items you can make with it. Recently I made a box with the Artiste and I plan to make many more to hold gifts in them.

Looking for ideas on what to make for that person that has everything? Do you want to make something special from your heart this Christmas? I have an idea for you, what about making them a set of homemade cards that they can give to others? Here is one that I made using the Artiste cartridge and added some homemade cards to it. perfect gift.

Have you wondered which ink you should buy? Well it depends on your needs. If you want a more vibrant color then your choice would be the pigment dyes. If you want your ink to dry fast then a dye is more for you. If your like me and like options then both is good. The pigment dyes take longer to dry but really do stand out. Here is a new video by Close to my Heart talking about the differences in both inks.



Our Exclusive Inks® stamp pads offer an innovative in-lid pad to keep ink close to the surface. Labeled on three sides for quick reference, each pad is stackable, closes securely, and features a patented swivel base for easy access to the entire pad surface. Each is approximately 3 1/8" × 4" and contains dye-based or pigment-based ink that is vivid, luxurious, and true in color. It’s also archival safe and pH-neutral. Refresh a used stamp pad with a matching re-inker, available in every Exclusive Inks color.

Who loves Pumpkin? Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Pancakes and Pumpkin cake are all favorites of mine. Here is a cute little pumpkin I made using the Artiste Cricut cartridge by Close to My Heart.

Have you seen the Ornamental Cheer stamp set? It is one of my favorite Christmas stamp sets. If you like making ornaments, you will enjoy this set. You could also use it to make tags for gifts or to decorate a scrapbook layout.



To place your order for this stamp set, please visit my website to order today!

Here is a video showing you how to use the markers and the pigment inks as well. Discover the versatility of the Exclusive Inks^® alcohol-based marker sets and pigment pad sets to bring your artwork to life!

Hello there! Most of you know by know that I'm more of a cardmaker than a scrapbooker, although I'm going to give it a go soon. Close to my Heart makes cardmaker easier too with their card workshops on the go kits, everything you need to make beautiful cards. (add ink and a block) if you don't already own those. Here is a video showing the kits in more details:



To order either of these kits head on over to my website to order yours today! Dont forget that every $50 order you can order the adorable October stamp of the month set for only $5. Here is a label I made recently with it.



Learn how to use your stamps to bring Cricut^® cut-outs to life! Many Cricut^® shapes from the Artiste and Art Philosophy collections coordinate with stamp sets so you have more potential for creating, decorating, and accessorizing!



Since purchasing my Art Philosophy and Artiste back in June and August, I haven't used any of my other cartridges. For me this what I always go to. I love how I can make dimensional items and card decor, home decor and more with these two cartridges. I love how they have stamps that coordinate with my cuts. It makes it super easy, no guessing. There is so much room for your own creativity to soar and grow. When you order either of these products you get more than just a cartridge, you get three stamp sets and the different dimensional elements also. To order your very own Art Philosophy or Artiste cartridge head on over to my website, or send me an email and I will help you get started!

Today I finally got a chance to get my Mojo Monday card done. Its been a busy week. I used CTMH La Belle Vie paper pack and Jardin stamps.

Discover the beauty of sponge daubing. When you ink your stamps with sponge daubers, you can create a soft, shaded look that is perfect for a page or card! I love my daubers, I use them all the time to ink the edges of my paper. I love the ideas in this video for using the daubers to create another look to your stamps.




All the projects in this video use the Artiste cartridge.

Collection includes:

• 1 – Cartridge (700 images: themed projects, cards, fonts, shapes, and 3-D items)
• 3 – My Acrylix® D-size stamp sets
• 3 – 12" × 9" Dimensional Elements (3 sheets of different shapes)

To order this must have cartridge please visit my website!

Discover how to create a terrific two-tone look with the base and shade stamping technique. Give your images more life and layers and watch them pop off the page!



To order any of the products here just visit my website at www.karinah.myctmh.com

Today I made a paper 3 tier wedding cake using the Art Philosophy cricut cartridge by Close to My Heart. I also used the cartridge to make the flowers and inked the white in smoothie ink color using the daubers .

Here is my Mojo Monday card, I used the clementine paper pack by CTMH. My favorite part is the 3d flower cut with Artiste.

Are you looking for some inspiration? Close to my Heart has a new book out called Make it from your Heart. It has scrapbook layouts and card layouts giving you lots of ideas.



Today I made a card from an idea in the book. I changed it up a bit, like I always do with recipes. :)

Today I made a "Thankful" banner. I was inspired by the project on page 86 of the idea book. I used the Artiste to cut out the banner pieces, posterboard alphabet for the letters. I inked the edges in sorbet and chocolate inks. I cut out the leaves using the Art Philosophy cartridge and stamped it with the leaf stamp that comes with the cartridge.