Studio Savings

This month's Studio J promotion is an awesome deal even if you are not into digital scrapbooking. Let me tell you why. Are you frustrated in your efforts to get decent prints of odd sized photos at an economical price? (or even standard sized photos?) Now, not only can you create awesome layouts in Studio J, but Close to My Heart has added many custom photo only layouts for photo developing. At the normal price of $6.95 per two 12 x 12 pages ($3.48/page) this is already a great deal, but for the month of March you can purchase two 12 x 12 pages for $5 ($2.50/page) no limit to how many pages you can buy. This is an especially great way to print pictures from your phone and Instagram. I've linked another video below that shows you how to create your own custom photo wells on layouts or use the "No Limits" pattern to start with a blank canvas to print photos the sizes you want and/or also add journaling boxes to print to add to your pages. The print quality is phenomenal! I promise you won't be disappointed. Head on over to my website to try it today. If you are new to Studio J just give me a call and I'll be happy to walk you through it.

Retiring Items/Get Them While You Can

It is hard to believe that it is already time for me to call your attention to items that will be retiring form the current Idea Book to make way for the new items that will be available to you in February 2014, but the time has come. You can view retiring items from my retail site at this link. These items will be available on a While Supplies Last only basis, so if there is something you really want, don't wait until the end of January to order.
One item I want to call particular attention to is Z4115 12x12 50 Top Load Memory Protectors Value Pack ($22.95). This has always been a very popular item as it averages out to $.46 each for our high quality page protectors. Now, before you panic, this item is not retiring entirely, but will be undergoing a price increase (for maybe the second time in the almost 15 years I've been a consultant) in February. The 50 page value pack will not be available again at that time.  So, I'm giving you a little heads up so you can stock up now if you are like me and like to have page protectors on hand.

Sparkle & Shine and Artbooking

I recently designed this layout using our Sparkle & Shine Paper, Glitter Paper and the Artbooking Cartridge. I just love the overlays that this cartridge produces! Can't wait to take some family photos to add to this layout.

Christmas Cards Sparkle and Shine

Here are the cards we made at my recent workshop. Most of the designs I adapted from ideas I saw on Pinterest and tweaked them to utilize stamp sets from my stash and other materials I had on hand. Products featured include our Sparkle & Shine Paper, Washi Tape, Shimmer Trim and Glitter Paper. I am really loving a bit of sparkle for the holiday season. You can never have too much glitter ;-).

What are you creating for Christmas? Hope you have been inspired! If you weren't able to attend the workshop but would like to make these cards, give me a shout. I can either sell you a kit or arrange a time to do a workshop just for you.
Happy Krafting!

Melissa

November Workshops

In preparation for the holidays I have scheduled two workshops for November.

Number one is a Christmas Card Workshop. Join me Tuesday, November 12th from 7-9 and make 10 cards (2 each of 5 different designs) for $10.  Please RSVP by November 10th. A preview of the cards we're making is coming soon.

Number two is the Fabric Necklace Kit (Z1905) for $14.95 on Tuesday November 19th from 7-9. This necklace will make a great gift or a special treat for yourself.  Order the kit from my online shopping site by November the 11th to ensure that you receive it in time for the class. Join the November Orders party at the bottom right hand corner when ordering to be eligible for the November Hostess gift drawing. If you don't do online ordering or credit cards, contact me and we'll work something out.  Once you have learned the easy techniques in this class you'll have the skills to make fabric flowers for additional necklaces or other craft items, cards or scrapbook pages. They are a very versatile item.

Hope to see your for some crafty fun in November!

Artbooking Made Easy: Festive Mini Albums (S01E09)

Here are some super fun mini albums you can make with Artbooking.

Let's Play Cards

I haven't had my semi regular card workshop in quite a while, so I have scheduled one for Tuesday, October 15th at 7:00. Cost is $5 for 5 cards. The theme for the cards this month is gratitude. If you can RSVP to me by tonight so I can make sure I have enough pieces cut that would be awesome! Bring your basic tool kit and adhesive. Here's a little sneak peek of 2 of our cards. Hope to see you! Melissa