Celebrate National Papercrafting Month!

Celebrate National Papercrafting Month with an incredible deal—our exclusive Whooo’s Your Valentine kit for only $10! Combine your love of papercrafting with the contents of this kit to create personalized valentines—perfect for classrooms and other group settings. 

This darling kit, which retails for $40, can be yours for only $10 when you spend $35 or more in Close To My Heart products from my online shopping site HERE before these kits are gone! 

You’ll receive: 

• 12 die-cut boxes 
• 3 cardstock sheets 
• 1 sheet of silver glitter paper 
• 12 treat tubes
• an exclusive D-size stamp set created specifically for the kit! Check it out: 

This kit offers you a sneak peek at two new Spring/Summer 2013 products: the treat tubes and the silver glitter paper! Decorate the die-cut boxes with the stamp images, cardstock, and glitter paper. Then attach the clear tube and fill with treats for valentines in a cinch! 

But hurry....these kits are only available While Supplies Last!!    Click HERE to get started placing your eligible order. 

Here is a fun video from Close to My Heart to show you the whole kit! 

Email me with any questions: rachelloesch@sbcglobal.net

Get a GREAT DEAL and a FREEBIE!!

***EXCITING CTMH NEWS!***

Tonight at 11:00pm (PST), (The sale has started - you can start shopping now!) there will be LOTS of new papers and accessories added to my "While Supplies Last" clearance section of my Close to My Heart website! Lots of deeply discounted products as well as even more heavily discounted clearance items that were already listed! 

To sweeten the deal Close to My Heart is adding a FREE Bonding Memories Glue Pen to all orders of $50 or more!

Shop early for the BEST DEALS because they are only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Here is a link to the sale, and feel free to contact me anytime with questions....I'll be up LATE tonight!!

**CLICK HERE** to start SAVING!!

Happy Shopping and SAVING!

Crop with Me!!

Calling all Crafters, Scrappers, Card Makers and Paper Crafters!!

Are you ready for a local getaway to enjoy 
13 hours of crafting fun? 

I'd love to have you join me at my All-Day Crop! 

When: Saturday, December 8th
Time: 10am to 11pm
Where: Hampton Inn Conference Rooms, 3021 Advantage Way,   Sacramento, CA 95834
Cost: $20 per person
Who: Crafters of all levels (ages 11 and up only)

Each Crafter will enjoy plenty of table space to spread out and get creative. Electrical outlets are available, so bring your extension cord to plug in your Cricut if you have one. I will do a fun and free make and take with all attendees! 

Free crafty prizes will be given out throughout the day! 

Come and go as you please, there are lots of places within walking distance to eat.  

All experience levels welcome. Bring your pictures and scrapping supplies and get those scrapbooks and cards ready for the holidays. 

Come on out and enjoy the day getting creative with me and a bunch of other fun ladies with a passion for crafting! I will have some CTMH stamps and Christmas Card kits available for purchase if you're in need of supplies, but there is no obligation to buy anything. 

I am a Close to My Heart Independent Consultant with many years of Cricut and Stamping experience. I will be happy to help you with ideas and techniques!

Please invite your friends, too! Reserve your spot with a $20 payment. Send me an email (rachelloesch@sbcglobal.net) to claim your spot today, and I look forward to crafting with you! 

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Wishing you a wonderful day filled with lots to be thankful for!! 

Christmas Card Workshop on the GO!!

How would you like to create 15 beautiful handmade Christmas cards in just one afternoon? It's easy with the CTMH Pear and Partridge Cardmaking Kit! 

This workshop project is ideal for creating as a group or on your own and takes about 3 hours to complete. For only $29.95, you'll have the step by step full color instructions and materials to create 5 each of these three designs! It even includes an EXCLUSIVE stamp set designed specifically for cards! 

Click HERE to order yours today, and you'll have plenty of time to create them and mail them out to all your family and friends in time for Christmas! 

Happy Crafting!

Help the Red Cross & get 50% off any Stamp Set!!

Capture the Date, capture the savings! 

You have until November 30th to take advantage of this special promotion to get an awesome stamp set for only $5 AND any additional stamp set for 50% off! 

When you place an order of $50 or more HERE, you can purchase the November Stamp of the Month, Capture the Date,  for only $5 and you'll receive any A-E or M size stamp set for 50% off.  It's two promotions in one! 

PLUS, Close to My Heart will donate $1 to the Red Cross towards Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts for every Stamp of the Month set sold! 

Click HERE then join my Capture the Savings gathering to begin shopping. You can help the Hurricane Sandy victims, plus get yourself a great deal on some awesome stamps! 

The versatile Capture the Date stamp set is great for any layout, card, invitation, or calendar, and now you can choose another stamp set at half-off for more wonderful paper crafting. 

Get Capture the Date and then capture the savings today!  

All Day Crop - Sacramento!!

Calling all Crafters, Scrappers, Card Makers and Paper Crafters!!

Are you ready for a local getaway to enjoy 13 hours of crafting fun? 

I'd love to have you join me at my All-Day Crop! 

When: November 10th and/or December 8th
Time: 10am to 11pm
Where: Hampton Inn Conference Rooms, 3021 Advantage Way, Sacramento, CA 95834
Cost: $20 per person/per crop
Who: Crafters of all levels (ages 11 and up only)

Each Crafter will enjoy plenty of table space to spread out and get creative. Electrical outlets are available, so bring your extension cord to plug in your Cricut if you have one. I will do a fun and free make and take with all attendees! 

Free crafty prizes will be given out throughout the day! 

Come and go as you please, there are lots of places within walking distance to eat.  

All experience levels welcome. Bring your pictures and scrapping supplies and get those scrapbooks and cards ready for the holidays. 

Come on out and enjoy the day getting creative with me and a bunch of other fun ladies with a passion for crafting! I will have some CTMH stamps and Christmas Card kits available for purchase if you're in need of supplies, but there is no obligation to buy anything. 

I am a Close to My Heart Independent Consultant with many years of Cricut and Stamping experience. I will be happy to help you with ideas and techniques!

Please invite your friends, too! Reserve your spot with a $20 payment. Send me an email (rachelloesch@sbcglobal.net) to claim your spot today, and I look forward to crafting with you! 

Adding Color to Your Crafts!

Here is a picture that I took of a card that was on display at the CTMH Convention this past July in Dallas, Texas. 

I just love the new colors that are in the new Idea Book! Discover how to spruce up your designs with the brand new CTMH color families, cardstocks, and kit-exclusive papers. Adding color to your crafts is simple, easy, and beautiful! Check out this video to learn more about it: 

If you would like to see these awesome new papers and inks in person, please contact me!  I'd love to show you how pretty they are in person :)

Happy Crafting!

While Supplies Last!!

Do you like a crafting bargain?  Right now, there are more than 20 discounted items HERE on my CTMH website!  

Check out these awesome poinsettias and brads from the Mistletoe collection! You can get these for only $2.00 right now and they were originally $4.95.  Gotta love over 50% off!!  Stock up now while supplies last and get an early start on all your Christmas Cards.

How about this awesome Cruisin' Bulk Paper?  You get 24 sheets of this double sided paper for only $3.50!  The regular price was $12.95, and it was only available to consultants so this is a super bargain! 

You can get these items shipped directly to your home for as low as $4.95.  Don't delay....CLICK HERE to start shopping!

Check back often for more discounts :) 

Happy Shopping!

Easy Party Planning with Cricut!

Learn how to plan the perfect party using one key from the Cricut Artiste cartridge - it's that easy! Invitations, envelopes, banners, cupcake liners, and party favor boxes will make this party a hit!

Order your collection in September, and I will personally send you a FREE gift! 

Just click HERE and then click to Join Rachel's September Special. You're really going to love this awesome collection!

Happy Crafting!

Patterns From the Heart

Are you looking for some scrapbook or card making inspiration? You'll love Close To My Heart's new super affordable how-to publication, Make It from Your Heart!

It's filled with 16 two-page and 2 single-page scrapbook patterns PLUS 12 new card patterns! The gorgeous full-color artwork is sure to inspire you! Check out this video featuring it:

You can purchase this instructional tool for only $7.95 by clicking HERE.  Each pattern includes a detailed blueprint, cutting diagram, and helpful hints for creating projects you'll be proud to show off to family and friends. The softbound cover makes it lightweight and easy to carry to crops, clubs, and craft nights.  Happy Crafting!

Crackers Anyone?

Please take a moment to take a look at my latest project over on Cricut with Heart! 

It reminds me of the Christmas crackers that are a family tradition of ours.  They are usually filled with a tissue paper crown, a joke, and some kind of small trinket. We always have fun popping these before our Christmas dinner! 

Happy Crafting!

Cricut Artiste: One Size Fits All!

This is a cute little bag that I made with the new Cricut Artiste Cartridge!  Here is a video to tell you more about it. 

To purchase this awesome collection, CLICK HERE.  If you purchase before August 31, I will personally give you a FREE paper packet of your choice!  

For more inspiration, please visit my other blog: Cricut with Heart, where projects are posted daily.  

HAPPY CRAFTING! 

ONLY 6 Days Left!!

Hi Crafters!  How would you like to get a 22% discount on the best crafting products in the industry?  Would you also like to make money while enjoying your favorite hobby?  Well, NOW is the best time to join my team with Close to My Heart for only $49, and you can do both of these things! Click Here to begin. 

PLUS, if you join in the next 6 days, you'll also qualify to get this awesome bag while supplies last.  They are down to the last 20%  in inventory, so hurry and get yours today!  

This bag has a $50 value, and the New Consultant Essentials Kit has approximately $130 worth of supplies, so you really can't beat this deal at only $49!! 

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" × 3" My Acrylix^® Block (Y1006)
• 2" × 3 1/2" My Acrylix^® Block (Y1009)

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

I look forward to having you on my team!  Happy Crafting! 

Cricut Artiste Video!

Discover how to make accents, cards, and 3-D projects with the Cricut^® Artiste cartridge. It’s easy to learn with the simple instructional booklet and assembly booklet! 

Order this awesome collection HERE and I will give you a BONUS!  You can select a new paper packet of your choice for FREE! 
You might decide to choose the new Scholastic papers for all the back to school pictures that you're taking right now!

Happy Crafting! 

Sneak Peek!

Here is a sneak peek of my Friday post on the Cricut with Heart blog!  I hope you'll check it out :)

I'm giving away some blog candy once I reach my goal of 50 followers on this blog!  Please sign up to follow my blog in the link at the bottom of the page, and pass the word along to your friends.  I have some great stamp sets and other goodies that I would love to give to you as a token of my appreciation!  

Happy Crafting!

National Stamping Month Promotion

Did you know that September is National Stamping Month?  Fun, huh!?! Well it's even more fun when you can get a great deal on an awesome double stamp set, It's Your Day, for only $5 with a $35 purchase! You can shop HERE to qualify for this special deal. 

This set coordinates with the Cricut Artiste Cartridge, and you can see the cut size and handbook page number printed right on the stamp base page to make it easy for you! 

I used this awesome stamp set on a mini album that I posted on my other blog, Cricut with Heart! I love all these cute little sayings!

If you would like to make your own mini album, it's super easy to do with the Cricut Artiste Collection!  The chipboard pages are included in the collection, and you can cut the paper to fit the pages exactly with the cartridge.  BONUS: if you purchase either of the Cricut Collections from my website before September 30th, I will personally send you a brand new paper pack of your choice!! 

Have fun shopping, and Happy Crafting! 

Join My CTMH Team in August for only $49 ! FREE Tote Bonus!

Tomorrow, August 1st, at 8am Pacific Time you will be able to order the New Consultant Essentials kit for only $49 and you will also receive this AWESOME free tote bag (a $50 value)!


You will get $130 worth of brand new CTMH products, and the tools you'll need to turn your hobby into a business!



The tote is only available while supplies last, so don't delay!
Click HERE to sign up, and WELCOME to my Team!!

Project Inspiration 2012 Autumn/Winter Idea Book: Stepping Up Your Stamping

Here is a nice sneek peek of some of the new Workshop on the Go projects from the new idea book!  These will be available to order beginning on August 1st on my shopping site HERE. 

I'll be happy to send you a FREE idea book, just send me an email (rachelloesch@sbcglobal.net)  and I'll get it out to you right away!

FREE Perfect Pair for July 21-25!

Here is the fun Perfect Pair that you can get for FREE this week! 

Mayberry 12"x12" paper pack - 12 sheets total

(6 double sided designed papers, and 6 sheets of cardstock in coordinating colors).

Here is a picture:

You'll also receive the coordinating embellishment pack! 

These are great for your spring and summer layouts!

The retail value of this FREE Perfect Pair is $17.90, and it is available only until Wednesday, July 25. You can get it by simply placing an online order of at least $75! 

You will also qualify for the July Stamp of the Month discount.  The Live Out Loud 8 piece stamp set can be yours for only $5!

Happy Shopping!

Lucky Perfect Pair July 16-20!

Are you feeling LUCKY? 

Well you will be, if you get this great Perfect Pair for FREE!! 

Here is what you'll get: 

LUCKY 12"x12" paper pack - 12 sheets total

(6 double sided designed papers, and 6 sheets of cardstock in coordinating colors).

You'll also receive the coordinating embellishment pack! 

The retail value of this FREE Perfect Pair is $17.90, and is available only until Friday, July 20. You can get it by simply placing an online order of at least $75! 

 

Of course, you will also qualify to get the

July Stamp of the Month for only $5!  

 

Happy Shopping!

 

Perfect Pair Special for July 11-15!

Did you miss out on the Perfect Pair special last week? 

Don't worry, you can get this week's special!

Fanfare 12"x12" paper pack - 12 sheets total

(6 double sided designed papers, and

6 sheets of cardstock in coordinating colors). 

Here is a picture:

It's perfect for scrapping all of your recent 4th of July festivities!

Plus, you'll also get the coordinating embellishment pack of

15 Designer Brads in 4 different sizes, and 3 colors! 

Aren't they cute?!

The retail value of this FREE Perfect Pair is $17.90,

and it is available only until Sunday, July 15. 

You can get it by simply placing an online order of at least $75! 

This promotion will also qualify you to get the

July Stamp of the Month for only $5, too!

Click HERE to get started, and Happy Shopping!

 

Key Lime Cream Cake!

I did it!  I saw this post on Bakerella, and couldn't stop thinking about this cake.  So today, I finally decided to make it,

and boy did it live up to my expectations....

YUM!

OK, so it's not quite as pretty as Bakerella's.....but it really does taste delicious!  Yes, that IS a cream cheese frosting with

key lime juice, plus freshly whipped cream on top!! 

I also decorated the sides with crushed graham crackers. 

This one's a winner, you gotta try it! 

You'll find the recipe and instructions on her blog, here. 

ENJOY!

Special for this week!

Here is the FREE paper pack and embelishment kit that you will get this week! 

DREAMIN' 12"x12" paper pack - 12 sheets total

(6 double sided designed cardstock weight papers, and 6 sheets of cardstock in coordinating colors). 

Here is a picture:

You'll also receive the coordinating embellishment pack! 

Harvest Charms are a package of 6 embossed adhesive-backed metal charms in antiqued copper.  3 of them even have epoxy! The largest are 2"x 2".  Here is a picture:

The retail value of this FREE Perfect Pair is $14.90, and is available only until Tuesday, July 10.  You can get it by simply placing an online order of at least $75! 

Click HERE to get started, and Happy Shopping! The online store is open 24/7 for all you night owls! 

FREE Perfect Pairs in July!

During July, get a FREE paper packet 

plus a coordinating accessory

with a qualifying online purchase!

Place an order of $75 or more on my website in July and we’ll send you a popular paper packet and coordinating accessory—a Perfect Pair—for FREE!

Different Perfect Pairs are available on different dates throughout the month so you can place more than one qualifying order to snatch several Perfect Pairs. Check out the schedule below!

Plus, with your Perfect Pair order, you will also qualify to get the July Stamp of the Month for only $5!

Order Dates	Perfect Pair	Retail Value
July 1–5	Mischief Paper Packet and Midnight Felt Shapes	$15.90
July 6–10	Dreamin’ Paper Packet and Harvest Charms	$14.90
July 11–15	Fanfare Paper Packet and Fanfare Level 2 Assortment	$17.90
July 16–20	Lucky Paper Packet and Lucky My Stickease® Assortment	$17.90
July 21–25	Mayberry Paper Packet and Mayberry My Stickease® Assortment	$17.90
July 26–29	Sophia Paper Packet and Sophia My Stickease® Assortment	$17.90
July 30–31	Believe Paper Packet and Holiday Pockets    OR Wonderland Paper Packet and Wonderland My Stickease® Assortment	$14.90

Click HERE to start shopping...Enjoy!

Twine Tag!

Last night, I attended our CTMH Team meeting, and this cute twine tag was our make-n-take!  It was really simple to make, and it uses the new CTMH Bakers Twine in a super fun way.  

Here is a close up:

The lollipop is made with a 2" cardstock circle and a 3" piece of bamboo skewer.  First, you cover the circle with adhesive, I used Tombow, and then beginning in the center, wrap the twine around in a circle towards the edge.  Then attach the circle to the tag with 3-D foam tape for dimension. 

Tie a ribbon around one end of the skewer about  3/4" from the end. Stick a glue dot to that end and tuck it under the popped up twine circle and attach to tag.  Tie another piece of twine around the bottom of the tag under the skewer, then attach the bottom of the skewer to the tag with another glue dot. 

Stamp "Enjoy!"  on the bottom left of the tag and then add another piece of ribbon at the top of the tag, and it's finished!  

The overall size of the tag is 5 1/2" x 3", and it was cut with the Art Philosophy Cricut Cartridge.  Cute and easy, huh?

This tag would be great with a small gift you might bring to your summer parties!  Let me know if you make some, too! 

Graduation Cake Pops!

Today I went to my friend's graduation party for her son, so I brought some graduation cake pops!  I got the idea from a bunch of online blogs, and they were so cute that I couldn't resist making some myself.  Here they are:

Here are a couple of closer shots:

The round ones are chocolate and the faces are vanilla.  I made them with the blue and gold since those are his school colors. 

I'm happy to say, everyone loved them!