2017 Online Club Announcements – January through April

ctmh paper crafting month welcome wreathHappy 2017! As always, the time is just scooting by quickly! I don’t know about you, but I needed a little break from the scrapbooking and crafting that I did at the end of the year! As I write this, I still have extra family members at my home, who came for the holidays. It is such a joy to spend time with them. I am actually going to take a little more time off, and since I’m getting a late start with our January events, I wanted you to know what is going on with our upcoming classes.

As always, my online Close To My Heart classes are FREE, with the purchase of the products from my CTMH online shop. Just select what you want to participate in, order your products, and I’ll email you any guides or documents you may need for cutting or assembly.

  • Order by around the 15th of the month to assure delivery and cutting time. PLEASE spend the extra few dollars and select FedEx ground for delivery. The FedEx Smart Post method goes through the post office for final delivery, and the post office does not always give priority to those deliveries.
  • You can order a project at a time, or order all the projects at once, whatever fits your needs.  If it looks like your order will be $150 or more, please let me know, and I will set you up to receive Hostess Credit! But it has to be set up BEFORE you order so you receive the credit.
  • Online Scrapbook Club will create SIX double-page layouts each month (12 pages per month).
  • The LIVE classes will be held the last Monday of the month, making it easy to plan ahead. If you can’t make the LIVE class, no worries, it will be recorded and you can watch at your convenience.

The NEW Seasonal Expressions Idea Book is live, and runs through April 2017. You can view it by clicking on the link.

JANUARY

Card Class, Live class, January 30th, 8:00 PM (Central):  Workshops Your Way, Here For You kit (G1124),  Blossom Exclusive Inks™ stamp pad (Z2810), Smoothie Exclusive Inks™ stamp pad (Z2896), Willow Exclusive Inks™ stamp pad (Z2807)
2″ × 2″ My Acrylix® block (Y1003)  

Here For You, CTMH Workshops Your Way, Card Kit (G1124)

Here For You, CTMH Workshops Your Way, Card Kit (G1124)

Welcome Home Wreath, January 31st 8:00 PM (Central): Celebrate January’s Paper Crafting month with this special paper wreath, (CC1210) available while supplies last, so order soon!  Four ways to get the wreath: order for $18.95; free with a $60 purchase; free for reaching second tier of hostess credit; or free if you sign up as a new consultant. Also useful: Quilling tool (Z1795), Liquid Glass (Z679) Gold Shimmer Brush (Z3316), Glue Dots.

FEBRUARY Online Scrapbook Club, LIVE class February 27th, 8:00 PM (Central): Workshops Your Way, Hello Lovely Scrapbooking Kit (G1119), Hello Lovely Coordinating Cardstock (X7216D)

Hello Lovely, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, #G1119

Hello Lovely, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, #G1119

MARCH Online Scrapbook Club, LIVE class March 27th, 8:00 PM (Central): Workshops Your Way, Dreaming’ Big Scrapbooking Kit (G1121), Dreaming’ Big Coordinating Cardstock (X7218D)

Dreamin' Big, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, G1121

Dreamin’ Big, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, G1121

                                                                                                                                                                                                              APRIL Online Scrapbook Club, LIVE class April 24th, 8:00 PM (Central): Workshops Your Way, Some Kinda Wonderful Scrapbooking Kit (G1120), Some Kinda Wonderful Coordinating Cardstock (X7217D)

Some Kinda Wonderful, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, G1120

Some Kinda Wonderful, CTMH Workshops Your Way Scrapbook Kit, G1120

I look forward to working with you again this year! Please let me know if you have any questions.  Let’s get busy and have some fun!

Cheers to YOUR Artful Adventures,

KS

Artful Lettering Touches for Your Holidays

If you aren’t familiar with Joanne Sharpe, I’d like to introduce her to you. She is is a gifted artist and teacher, who is known for her colorful and whimsical work. She has a number of online classes, but I wanted to call your attention to her  Five Golden Letterings class which is absolutely free! It will cost you nada, zilch, zero…nothing!

Five Golden Letterings Free Class by Joanne SharpeThe class was done in 2012, but I’m sure you can find some useful ideas.These ideas are just as useful now as they were when she created the class.  Watch the videos and see which techniques you’ll want to try!  You can even use other colors besides gold! Shhh… I won’t tell!

She will show some great ways to spiff up wrapping paper, gift bags, and cards!  It’s amazing how a handful of supplies can be used to de-stress and make something artful and useful all at the same time!  There is no doubt you’ll find ideas to artfully add some special touches to your holidays!

Stop by and check out her Five Golden Letterings class!  Then come back and share with us what you’ve made!

You can also find Joanne on her Whimspirations blog.

 

Here it is! The Creative Christmas Bundle!

 Are you pressed for time during the holidays?

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Do you want to make handmade gifts, cards, and scrapbook pages, but find it hard to find inspiration to help you get it all done NOW?

Have we got the solution for you!

Our Creative Christmas Bundle contains all the information, inspiration, and instruction you need to craft your most creative Christmas ever.

In this bundle you’ll learn how to:

  • Create easy, inexpensive gifts for everyone on your list
  • Spend more quality time with your family while counting down the days to Christmas
  • Make a beautiful December Daily album or Christmas Journal
  • Use cut files and your iPhone to create your own journal and filler cards for pocket-style scrapping
  • Upcycle everyday household items into stunning holiday projects
  • Use digital printables to create your own holiday greeting cards and scrapbook elements
  • Make custom photo gifts
  • Use your art supplies to create a unique Christmas journal
  • And so much more!

You’ll have the tools and inspiration to get started creating right away. Here’s what’s included:


Your December Solution

Digital scrapbooking bundle from Melissa Shanhun with BONUS audio and video inspiration and tutorials

Creative Christmas Bundle December Solution


My Dream December Printable Cards and Digital Overlays from Margareta Carlsson

Creative Christmas Bundle My Dream December Digipack


Whimsical Printable Christmas Cards

from Cara Vincens with BONUS postcard option and coupon code to The Hooting Pirate Etsy StoreCara Vincens Printable Christmas Cards


Advent Calendar and Activities

Printable content from Connie Hanks; with BONUS planner in both list and calendar formats

Creative Christmas Bundle Advent Calendar Pockets  and Activities


2015 Flower Calendar

Printable from Karen Fitting, with BONUS Artisan tutorial

Creative Christmas Bundle Floral Calendar


Let There Be Night

Silhouette Cross-stitch Patterns from Jen Weber

Christmas-Cross-Stitch-Christmas Creative Bundle


12 Day Advent Envelope Project Tutorial

from Jen Wright;  with BONUS advent cards

Creative Christmas Bundle Advent Pockets


PaintShop Pro Calendar Making Class

from Carole Cassel

Creative Christmas Bundle Calendar Class


Santa’s Helpers Gift-making Workshop

from Lisa Harris

Creative Christmas Bundle Santas Helpers Workshop


iPhone Christmas Scrapbooking Class

from Beth Soler

Creative Christmas Bundle iScrap-n-Snap class


Art Journaling Basics Class

from Kristie Sloan at Artful Adventures

Art Journaling Basics online class with eBook bonus!


Pocket-style December Scrapping Cut Files

from Alison Day, Day Designs

Creative Christmas Bundle December Pocket Page Cut Files


An Upcycled Christmas Class

from Gina Zee, GinaZee.com

Creative Christmas Bundle Upcycled Christmas


Photo Gifts for the Holidays Class

from Mary Mosely and Jackie Lyals

Creative Christmas Bundle Photo Gifts Class


Be Jolly Digital Scrapbooking Collection Kit 

from Janet Carr

Creative Christmas Bundle Janet Carr

 


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FAQs

HOW WILL I RECEIVED THE PRODUCTS?

The products are delivered by instant download – no physical products will be shipped.

After purchasing you will receive an email with a link to download the products, including coupon codes to redeem the video classes.

HOW DO I USE THE PRODUCTS?

  • Purchase the bundle
  • Open the email titled Creative Christmas Bundle, Here’s Your Bundle!
  • Download the Creative Christmas Bundle.zip file
  • Unzip the file (this will be done automatically in Safari, or simply right click and select Extract all…)
  • Inside will be 15 folders, one for each designer’s contribution
  • Open the PDFs with the details on how to complete the project or access the classes.
  • Watch the videos
  • Print the patterns/printables/projects of your choice
  • Enjoy creating your Christmas!

HOW DO I OPEN THE PRINTABLES?

  • Unzip the main Creative Christmas Bundle.zip file
  • Within each folder will be the relevant files for each project.
  • Simply print the PDFs and JPEG files at home or use your favourite photo processor to print them professionally.

HOW DO I REDEEM MY CLASSES?

  • Unzip the main Creative Christmas Bundle.zip file
  • Within each folder will be the relevant files for each class.
  • Open the PDF for the class you want to redeem and the instructions for redeeming it, plus any coupon codes will be inside.

HOW CAN I GET HELP?

Email Lisa info@scrapbookbundles.com

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Ideas for Scrapbooking with Pocket Pages

Are you familiar with the idea of pocket cards and clear pocket pages for scrapbooking? If not, you should know that they are an easy way to “scrapbook” photos! Plus, all the cards that are available, are useful for other things besides the just putting into the little pockets to make a scrapbook page!

First, let me show you a video on Close to My Hearts’ pocket pages, called the Picture My Life Scrapbooking Program,  If you are interested let me know, or click here to see the current sets! Here are extra pages.

Now, that you have an idea of what pocket pages are about, let me tell you about the great classes which were held at the online event – True Scrap Pocket Pages. Layle Koncar had a great class explaining a lot of how she does pocket page scrapbooking.

We all know you are never “caught up” with scrapbooking, and Layle talks about planning, organizing, keeping notes for futures layouts. The class runs close to an hour and you can scoop up her class for $12.95 $9 for a limited time! 

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Pocket Scrapping 101: Back to Basics with Layle Koncar

As a dedicated “traditional” scrapbooker, Layle Koncar had to find a way to make pocket scrapbooking work for her – and she did it! She’s sharing her secrets to take you from pocket scrapping zero to hero in this comprehensive class, “Pocket Scrapping 101: Back to Basics.” If you’re new to pocket pages, this is a can’t miss primer for how to approach the system from Planning and Organization to Color and Design. And if you’re an experienced pocket scrapper, you’ll still find plenty of tips, hints, and time-saving secrets. This is one class you’re sure to watch again and again! Get this one-hour video class for only $12.95 $9 for a limited time!

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There are five other classes besides Layle’s! Using tips and ideas from these six ladies will surely give you the boost you need for pocket page scrapbooking! Whether you are interested in a Becky Higgins’ Project Life style, where you document weekly, or you just want to use pocket pages as a means to end, you’re sure to find helpful hints.

So take a peek at the classes, and then be sure to shop at my Close to Your Heart store, for all your pocket page goodies!


Get ALL SIX classes for 40% off the regular retail price!

Just add all six classes to your cart and use code:  SAVE40

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KS

Wednesday Wonder – Insta-Living Summer Edition

InstalivingIf you are like so many others, you may find yourself taking the same kinds of photos over and over. I bet you’d like to change that up — if it was easy! Well it is!

I’d like to introduce my friend, Danielle Taylor, who is affectionately known by many as “Scrapper On the Street,” from her video series she has done during several Layout-A-Day challenges. She is an avid photographer and scrapbooker, and ended up naming her website, ScrapperOnTheStreet.com. Dani enjoys documenting everyday life and all it entails! She put together a fun, easy class called “Insta-Living Summer Edition.” It’s second run will be August 7-16, 2013.

I participated in the first run of the summer edition, and really enjoyed it. Dani offers inspirational ideas on documenting your life by the photos you take. She offers thought provoking videos on things we often overlook each day.

This class also offers some great information on apps that you can either use on your phone, or your computer to add some pizazz to your photos! Dani takes amazing photos from her phone to use in her scrapbooks, and part of that is due to some great apps she has found and will share information about!

Don’t let summer get completely away without this information!  The class is not a huge time commitment, and the price is just $15.  You’ll also have access to a private Flickr group where you can view photos others in the class are taking!

Do it NOW, before you forget!

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