National Scrapbooking Month!

Happy National Scrapbooking Month!!! 

May is flying by!! I hope you have been enjoying the beautiful weather and then when it's not so beautiful.... some scrapbooking time!!

Who's seen the new Idea Book?! the new Seasonal Expressions Idea Book went live May 1st! You can get a new Seasonal Expressions Idea Book either from me or add it to your next online order for free! You can also peruse through it on my online site, here.

Be sure to check it out if you haven't!! Three new paper packs -- bright summer colors, papers perfect for theme parks (think Disney!), Fourth of July ready, bold summer colors, flamingos and pineapples!  New watercolor brushes, new Picture My Life collections, fun stamp sets and Stamp of the Month sets through August! 

Let me know if you'd like an Idea Book and I'll get one to you!

National Scrapbooking Offers and Events through Ellie:

National Scrapbooking Month Event on Facebook 

Join me next week for a week of challenges, games and giveaways! I will set up a private group this wknd and you can join! If we are already "friends" on Facebook I'll invite you. I'll post a reminder on my Facebook Business page when things get started so leave me a comment (or email) if you'd like to be added!

Mystery Hostess!! 

Each person who places an order through me in May will qualify to be put in a drawing to be the Mystery Hostess of all May orders and receive the benefit of the free product and possible 1/2 off items!! Orders can be placed online (ellielundstrom.ctmh.com), be sure to join the "National Scrapbooking Month!" Party or you can place an order directly me! 

Wait! There's more...

Close To My Heart is Celebrating National Scrapbooking Month with a FREE Paper Pack this month!! 

Happy Times is a fun paper pack full of beautiful colors patterns and gold foil designs; I personally love the white wash wood and bright ombre sheets!  You can get the Happy Times paper pack for FREE with a qualifying purchase of $60.   You can also purchase this exclusive paper packet at full retail for $14.95 with no purchase requirement.  Additionally, there is a coordinating D-size stamp set, My Acrylix Happy Times,available for $17.95. Together this duo will create a beautiful space in your scrapbooks for you precious memories!

Also, when you make a qualifying purchase and get this paper pack for FREE or when you purchase this paper pack this month you will also receive from me instructions to create 3 beautiful two-pages layouts and instructions to create 12 awesome cards! 

#AlltheAlbums (All the Albums Promotion!)

Through the month of May, you can save 25% off the purchase of Close to My Heart's My Legacy albums!  That is a saving of over $8.50 per album!  Choose from our a gorgeous variety of colors and patterns available in both post-bound and D-righ styles.  This offer is while supplies last, so place your order soon to get the styles and colors you love.  They are built to last and are going fast -- order yours today!

​Celebrate with Cake (Stamp of the Month)

This month you can purchase this D-size stamp, Celebrate with Cake, for just $5 with a qualifying purchase of $50.  What a great stamp set to use with watercolors, pencils and markers! 

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Have a great weekend!! Squeak in some crafting time! 😉

~~ Ellie

Sunday Paper: Nevermore Layout with Flip Flaps

Where will you put all those cute pictures you take on Halloween?

I think I'll put mine here...

Guess what? I certainly WILL take more than 3 pictures ...and this layout will still work because of flip flaps!! There are 10 photo mats on this layout and I'm confident I could squeeze a few more flip flaps on if needed! :)

Here's the layout with the flip flaps 'opened' up.

I found inspiration for this page from Dana Kessler on Pinterest and made it my own. I also gained a lot of flip flap inspiration from many consultants at Convention this summer.  To create this layout I used Nevermore paper pack, Nevermore complements, Artbooking Cricut cartridge and Flip Flaps.  The complements in the new Annual Inspirations are a home run - seriously cute!

Remember, when you purchase your Nevermore paper this month I you will receive instructions to make this "Spooky Fun " layout and receive a cute Halloween card to add to your stash! 

Happy Crafting!

Sunday Paper: Wanderful Artwork

Wanderful is the perfect paper collection to complement your travels.  I have been busy creating layouts with my Wanderful Workshop On the Go kit and still have paper left!  I decided to store a little away until all my vacation photos arrive and then use it up.

These first two layouts are the layouts that are showcased in the WOTG.  They were quick to put together.  Remember, one of the benefits of the WOTG kits is that CTMH provides an instructional brochure with each kit.  The instructional brochure helps you put together two layouts: there is always a main layout and an additional layout.

The main layout included an Artbooking overlay.  I altered my layout and the pattern papers a little from the original to fit my taste more but the basic design is the same.  By the way, even though many of the main WOTG layouts include Cricut cuts you do not need a Cricut to be able to complete the layouts in the WOTG.  CTMH provides alternative directions for completing the layout without Cricut cuts!

I also adjust the papers on the additional layout to my taste and pictures I know will find a home here soon.  I love how well all the CTMH products coordinate!  The arrow washi tape is so fun to work with! I was putting little arrows everywhere.  Once the washi tape is down the arrow pops so well.  Can you find all the arrows I added to my layouts?

I found a scrapbook sketch on Pinterest from Scrapbook Generation that inspired my work on this next layout.  Shifting the focus and creating my layout at an angle was fun and not nearly as challenging as it may look. I started with 4x6 photo mats.  I lined the photo mats where I wanted them then snipped excess paper and adhered zip strips and other papers to create the look I was going for.

The Wanderful collection has a coordinating Picture My Life collection.  I used three Wandeful PML cards on this layout as well. That's right!  Picture My Life cards don't have to only be used in pocket scrapbooking.  They often fit well on traditional layouts. If you haven't used a PML card on a traditional layout before I challenge you to do that soon!

The Wanderful paper pack is one of the paper packs that is available while supplies last and will be retiring at the end of the month.  Unfortunately, the WOTG kits are already sold out but the following Wanderful pieces are still available:  Wanderful Paper Pack, Wanderful Complements, Wanderful Picture My Life cards, Black Arrow Washi Tape.

Remember! August is Mystery Hostess month!  Place an order with me during August and you will earn tickets into the drawing for the hostess rewards.  For every $5.00 that you spend in product, you will have your name entered into the drawing for free product! If you have any questions or need help with your order, please let me know!

Thanks for stopping by!
Happy Crafting!

Arriving in August!

Hello friends! Welcome back!

As if July wasn't an exciting month as a CTMH Consultant here comes August with some new product arrivals available to you!!  I'm really excited there are a few products from the new Annual Inspirations releasing early.  There is so much AWESOME product in the new book it's hard to sit on and keep the secret! :)

Here's what is in store for you today:
1) New Products Arriving in August - TODAY!
2) August Stamp of the Month: Framed
3) August Constant Campaign: Get Organized!
4) Opportunity! New Consultant Kit
5) Piggyback Promotion: Win Mystery Hostess Rewards!
6) Upcoming Workshops

You are going to LOVE these new products! I know I do!! :) You can order any of these products through me or my Online Site today!

New Products Arriving in August - TODAY!

Cricut Artistry Collection:  Close To My Heart's newest Cricut Collection has a variety of basic shapes, banners, borders, great overlays, its own unique font and other fun icons.  There is something for everyone in this cartridge - it's loaded with 700 images!

The Cricut Artistry Collection includes: Artistry Cartridge, 3 My Acrylix D-sized Stamp Sets and the new Enchantment Cardstock Combo Pack which features 7 new colors.

Cricut Artistry Collection

My Reflections Zoe Paper Pack, Zoe Complements, Zoe Assortment and additional coordinating embellishments (Coral Shimmer Trim and Enamel & Glitter Duos Green Triangles) are now available to you! The Zoe color palette is gorgeous and so on trend.

Zoe Paper Pack: Canary, Glacier, Slate, Sorbet, Sweet Leaf, Whisper and White Daisy

The new sets of Complements in the new Annual Inspirations will not disappoint.  The Zoe Complements come with 2 sticker sheets, assorted Kraft Die-Cuts and assorted Vellum Die-Cuts.  These embellishments are perfect for clustering and layering on your projects.

Zoe Complements

The Zoe Scrapbooking Workshop on the Go Contains: Zoe Paper Pack, Exclusive D-Sized Zoe Workshop Stamp Set, 3 Additional Cardstock Sheets, Zoe Assortment, Coral Shimmer Trim and an Instructional Brochure with cutting instructions for 2 two-page layouts.  If you are loving this Zoe line as much as me purchasing the WOTG is always a great deal!

Zoe Workshop on the Go

Just when you're looking for a few accessories to jazz up your project CMTH thought of that too!

The two CTMH Accessories are also available beginning today: The Coral Shimmer Trim is adhesive-backed and ready to use.  The Enamel & Glitter Duos Green Triangles are also adhesive-backed and come in a package of 120 triangles offering 3 shades of green in solid and glitter options.

August Stamp of the Month: Framed

During the month of August you can purchase this exclusive D-Sized stamp set, Framed, for only $5 with an order of $50 or more!  

This stamp set has sentiments for almost every occasion throughout the year.  In addition to having sentiments to carry you through the year adding these tags to your project will be a cinch as this stamp set is also compatible with the new Cricut Artistry Collection!  Whoop! Whoop!

August Stamp of the Month just $5 with qualifying purchase - that's
over 70% off retail price!

August Constant Campaign: Get Organized! 

More NEW PRODUCTS available in August and they are part of the August Promotion!! 

During the month of August, get your hands on the latest and greatest in organization products from CTMH!  The marker roll-up and the accessories roll-up are featured in the 2015-2016 Annual Inspirations and are available this month for purchase with perks!

The marker roll-up will be your new best friend, providing storage space for up to 25 ShinHan Touch Twin markers.  The accessory roll-up is ideal for sorting and storing accessories, Base & Bling items, and embellishments.

Simply place an order through me or on my Online Site for the new marker roll-up at full retail price and receive the new D-size stamp set My Acrylix Balloon Wishes FREE!  Or place an order for the new accessory roll-up at full retail price and receive two new Base & Bling style sheets, Affirmations and Lovely Blooms, FREE!

Get this My Acrylix Balloon Wishes stamp set FREE with your purchase
of the new marker roll-up.  This stamp set is perfect for coloring!

The new Base & Bling style sheets, Affirmations and Lovely Blooms, are full of
gorgeous floral designs and hip icons and sentiments perfectly suited
for creating stunning jewelry pieces. Get yours  FREE during the month of August
with your purchase of an accessory roll-up.

Place your order for one - or both - deals and get organized!

Opportunity! New Consultant Kit

Beginning today, August 1st, anyone who joins my Close to My Heart team will receive this brand new CTMH Consultant Kit!  

The New Consultant Kit has what you need to hit the ground running, including a HUGE supply of Close To My Heart products!  Whether you are a hobbyist, love crafting with your friends, ready to start a business or all three, you are welcome!  

The cost to sign up is only $129, which will get you a kit that is a treasure chest overflowing with beautiful products and essential business supplies to start your creative journey.  The kit has a retail value of $445 - HUGE savings!!  

You can join me today!!  To sign up, visit my Online Site (www.ellielundstrom.ctmh.com) and click on the "What We Do" tab.  Next, complete the online form under "Be a Consultant," and then eagerly await the New Consultants Kit's arrival on your doorstep!

Becoming part of the Close to My Heart family comes with many wonderful rewards.  I would love to share more about this opportunity with you.  If you have any questions or need more information about this opportunity please contact me!

If you are a former CTMH Consultant looking to sign back up August is the best month to do that!  During the month of August, former consultants can re-sign with the option to the Business Building Essentials Kit for just $49 or the regular New Consultant Kit for $129.

The Essentials Kit includes: New Zoe WOTG Kit, New Paper Fundamentals Sampler, New B&T Duos Sampler, NEW Petite Perks Incentive Stamp Set, Order Forms & Idea Book Postcards, 10 Annual Inspirations Idea Books and 10 Seasonal Expressions Idea Books.

Piggyback Promotion: Win Mystery Hostess Rewards!

With all these new products ready to be scooped up and 2014-2015 Annual Inspirations product retiring August 31st I would like to give you the opportunity to win FREE NEW Close to My Heart product!!!

When you place an order with me this month you will earn tickets into the drawing to win hostess rewards!  It's that simple and you are free to participate all month long! The winner has the potential to win $25.00 or more in free CTMH product!  The winner will be able to choose their free product from either the New 2015-2016 Annual Inspirations, the New Seasonal Expressions or both at the end of the month.

Here is how you enter:

1) Go to my Online Site (www.ellielundstrom.ctmh.com)

2) Scroll down to the bottom and click "Join" next to the Mystery Hostess online gathering.

3) Shop and make your purchase. 

For every $5.00 that you spend in product, you will have your name entered into the drawing for free product.  For example if you spend $25.00, you will have your name entered 5 times! 

Place an order of $150 or more and you automatically qualify for hostess rewards and a free gift from me! 

If you have any questions or need help with your order, please let me know!  Enjoy shopping through the New Product that has arrived for you in August and don't forget to stop by the While Supplies Last for clearance-priced product and the Retiring List for product that will soon be gone.

Upcoming Workshops

August 11th: 

     12:00-2:00pm: New Product Preview Party (RSVP by Sat., Aug. 8th)

      4:00-6:00pm:  New Product Preview Party (RSVP by Sat., Aug. 8th)

      6:00-9:00pm:  Scrapbook Layout Workshop (RSVP by Tues., Aug 4th)

August 27th: 6:00-8:00pm Card Workshop (RSVP by Thur., Aug. 20th)

September 20th: 2:00-4:00pm Kid's Club

September 22nd: 6:00-9:00pm Layout Workshop

October 10th: 9am-Midnight CROPTOBER FEST Crop

October 20th: 6:00-8:00pm Christmas Card Buffet

These upcoming workshops and classes are ones that I'm hosting at my house in Hastings.  You are all welcome and invited to come!  Please call, email or text with your RSVP and I'll get you on the VIP list! :)

Finally, I am still take reservations for gatherings this fall!  As my calendar fill I want to make sure you are on it!  You can pick the type of party you want.  Just for hosting YOU get free product in addition to all the hostess rewards you will earn and EVERY party will have a free make-and-take project for you and your guests.  Call (651-319-3610) or email (ellielundstrom@gmail.com) me to reserve a party for you and your friends!

Until Next Time ~
Happy Crafting!

National Scrapbooking Day!

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!  A special day just for scrapbookers!!

I have TWO fun ways to celebrate scrapbooking with you today!

FREE Embellishments for YOU, my customers!
I have a treat for you, again this year, on this crafty holiday!  Any order that is placed today through my Online Shopping site at any amount will receive FREE embellishments from me!

What you need to do:
1) Visit my Online Shopping site (ellielundstrom.ctmh.com).
2) Join my online "National Scrapbooking Month!" Party.
3) Shop for all the paper crafting supplies you'd like and check out.

I have a stash of embellishments just waiting to be delivered so once I see your order go through I'll pull some and put your name on them! Depending on how close we are to each other I'll deliver them to you in person or will mail them your way.

This sparkly, fun offer is good only TODAY, May 2, 2015!

Scrapbooking Challenge!

I challenge you all to create at least one layout per week this month.  Each Saturday morning I'll post a reminder on my Facebook page (Ellie Lundstrom: CTMH Independent Consultant).  When you complete your layout (one page, two-page spread, PML layout, cards, CTMH products or not -- the idea is to create!!) post a picture of it in the comments of that message, send me a picture text or email me to enter to WIN something each week!  Winners will be chosen from those that participate each week.  I will pick a winner each Sunday at noon Monday. - that'll get us all the way to the end of May!  Prizes, of course, will be some of your favorite CTMH products and will vary each week!

Well, whatcha think?  It is National Scrapbooking Month and if you participate each week that's 5 layouts!  We can do it!!

Ready, Set, GO!!! The first challenge starts NOW! I'll draw our first winner tomorrow at noon - let's see what you've got!

Happy Scrapbooking!

March Madness

Ready or not... March Madness begins! :)

I'm ready for all of the fun March will bring but am also hoping for warmer weather. I'm ready for spring, sunshine and fresh air - breathing in fresh air without icicles forming on my nose hairs, that is.  

It's my birthday month!  Whoop! Whoop!  It's actually the birthday month of many of my family members and friends... The official first day of spring is not far away... Spring Break Month...  St. Patrick's Day... And, of course, March Madness which means the boys will be watching plenty of hoops and I may just be able to sit near by in my scrapbooking room playing with paper!  It's been awhile since I've cranked out some cards - my stash is running low and I have plenty of pictures to get in albums.  So, yes, more paper playing in March.  I think that's a great goal.

I've got a post packed full of all the Close to My Heart need-to-knows for March so buckle up it's going to be a party!!

Ellie's Birthday Party!!
Did I did say party?  I shall start with that!  I'm celebrating all month long and you're invited!! :)

During the month of March, if you place an order of $33 (That just happens to be the magic number this year!) or more I will be sure to send you a goody bag from my party!  A goody bag with some of my favorite CTMH goodies in it, of course!

You can place an order online and have it ship directly to you at my online shop (be sure to join "Ellie's Birthday Party!") or contact me and I can place the order for you!

Stamp of the Month: Choose Happy
Cute frames.  Fun borders and accents.  When in doubt, choose happy!

Remember this Stamp of the Month set, Choose Happy, is available for only one month - for just $5 with your qualifying purchase of $50 or more in Close to My Heart product.

Become a Close to My Heart Consultant!

Join me in my Close to My Heart adventure!  March is the month to sign up!  During the month of March, if you sign up as a CTMH Consultant by purchasing one of the New Consultant Kits (retail value over $370) for only $99 you will receive a FREE shoulder tote (a retail value of over $26).  Including the free shoulder tote, that is a savings of over $290!  

Additionally, new Consultants who reach $300 in sales during their first 40 days after their New Consultant Kit ships will receive the new rolling tote (a retail value of $149.95) as a FREE BONUS!!

There's more.. After you reach your $300 in sales in the first 40 days, keep going!!  If you hit your "Straight to the Top" sales goal in the first 3 months of being a CTMH Consultant, you will automatically receive a refund of your New Consultant Kit!  That's over $545 in CTMH product for FREE just for sharing your passions and hobby with your family and friends!

I started off this post listing the many reasons March is amazing and this just adds to it, right?!  I joined Close to My Heart last April and it has been nothing but fun from the beginning.   I signed up during a promotional month and haven't looked back.  CTMH is really a pretty top-notch company!  When I first heard of CTMH I had no idea it had been around for 30-years!  CTMH prides itself on being an industry leader in all that they do.  I have been impressed with the amount of creativity, dedication and passion everyone I have met or talked with that is part of the CTMH family has.  It truly is a family, I belong to a much bigger team full of wonderfully generous and inspiring women.

I have so much to say but in a nutshell:  Whether you are looking at beginning a new business adventure or wanting to expand your hobby there is no time better than the present!  A few of the things I love most about being a consultant are the discounts on products, access to exclusive items, the attainable sales goals and the even more attainable party goals for your customers!  I LOVE being able to tell my hostesses to "pick out more!" or "What else do you want?  You have more free money to spend!"  Like I said, CTMH is awesome;  they are good to their Consultants and just as good to their customers!  Did I mention, as a Consultant you are one of the first to receive all the new goodies before they are released to the public?  This happens for me, again, TODAY!  As a Consultant, I can put in my first order for the new product that will be released in Seasonal Expressions 2 on April 1st!  If you sign up to be a Consultant starting today you also get first dibs at brand new, not yet released product!  Check out the New Consultant Kits below.

There's more, so much more... depending on where you'd like your business to go... product, product and more product all the way to regional meetings, convention and huge incentive trips.  

Think about it!!  If this promotion is for you, these organizational pieces are designed to help you get your business rolling, but they are only available while supplies last, so hurry on over to my online business page or give me a call to join today!! 

Consider this a SNEAK PEEK at Seasonal Expressions 2!! 

You can choose one of the two New Consultant Kits, The Scrapbookers Consultant Kit or The Cardmaker's Consultant Kit, which ever fits you best: 

Here is a picture of The Scrapbooker's Consultant Kit.  It includes a huge supply of
Close to My Heart products, perfect for creating beautiful scrapbook layouts and pages.

This is a detailed list of all that is included in The Scrapbooker's New Consultant Kit.

The Cardmaker's New Consultant Kit contains a wide selection of
Close to My Heart products, ideal for creating stunning cards.

This is a detailed list of all that is included in The Scrapbooker's New Consultant Kit.

If you have any questions, let me know!

And, just in case you missed this last week...

Calendar of Upcoming Events:

Tuesday, March 10th, 6pm-9pm:  Layout Workshop --  RSVP by Thur., March 5th
Thursday, March 26th, 6pm- 8pm: Seasonal Expressions 2 Preview Party
Thursday, April 9th, 6pm-8pm:  Creative Card Buffet
Tuesday, May 12th, 6pm-9pm:  Layout Workshop

Happy Crafting!

Sunday Paper: Cute Cards!

Good morning!! Welcome back to a Sunday Paper you can count on to be full of fun and inspiration!! :)  

I hope you've all had a great start to your September!  Fall weather seems to be creeping in and now that the school year is in full swing I'm okay with that.  Fall is a fun and busy time of the year with many birthday celebrations, family trips to the apple orchard and pumpkin patch, beautiful colors to enjoy, sweatshirt weather, football games and so much more.  I'm ready!

Have you checked out September's promotions? If not, don't miss them! Check 'em out here.  I'll give you some time to catch up... ... ... ... ...

Have you been playing with paper lately?? I have! I have! :)  I grabbed some paper, CTMH's National Stamping Month promotion stamp set, #30yearsofhappy, some ink and snuck a little play time in this week!

CTMH: #30yearsofhappy Stamp Set, Polka Dot Washi Tape,
Colonial White & Lagoon Paper, Inks: Lagoon, Glacier & Hollyhock
Other: Wooden Frame, Happy Couple Stamp

CTMH: #30yearsofhappy Stamp Set, Kraft & Chocolate Paper,
Inks: Glacier, Lagoon & Desert Sand
American Crafts: Fiber

CTMH: #30yearsofhappy Stamp Set, Aqua Dots, Kraft & Colonial White Paper,
Ink: Desert Sand

This card was inspired by CTMH's artwork.
CTMH: #30yearsofhappy Stamp Set, Kraft Paper, Inks: Lagoon & Chocolate

CTMH: #30yearsofhappy Stamp Set, Teal Shimmer Trim, Triangle Durables,
Colonial White & Lagoon Paper, Inks: Glacier & Lagoon

So what do you think?? Did you catch all those cute lil' stamps? Let's hear it for #30yearsofhappy!!  There are 30 little gems in this set.

Getting your own #30yearsofhappy stamp set FREE is super easy!  During the month of September purchase $30 in current-retailed priced stamps and this #30yearsofhappy stamp set is yours FREE!  That's CTMH's National Stamping Month Celebration did you read how you can celebrate Ellie-style with my piggyback promotion?  It has something to do with getting a FREE Exclusive Ink Pad...  I'm telling you all the September promotions are right here! :)

Remember to follow Close to My Heart's Facebook page or Instagram this month to see their daily projects using the National Stamping Month stamp set! There's some cute stuff and clever ideas! 

Hey, check those cards out again... Did you notice most of the cards were from the same color palette?  A color challenge was posted by one of our CTMH Directors so I gave it a try!  Since I was going to be stamping in the livingroom during a movie it was actually easier to grab only the given colors I had that coordinated with the challenge, one stamp set and a couple blocks.  The color parameters forced me to use only what I had.  (Well, okay for the first card I just had to add a lil' something more...Hollyhock was begging to be used. hehehe)  Kind of neat idea, huh?  Here's the color challenge, use the colors as a starting point, see what you have and give it a try.  I'd love to see what you can come up with this week using these colors!   You could post a picture on my Facebook page or send me a message - for real... do it!! :)

Happy Crafting!

September Promotions!

Happy Labor Day, friends!! I hope everyone is enjoying the holiday weekend!

Today is also the start of September and you all know what the beginning of the month means, right?!  New Close to My Heart deals!  September happens to be National Stamping Month so read on to find some sweet freebies!!! :)

Happy National Stamping Month!! 
Are you ready to celebrate Close to My Heart style, with a FREE stamp set??  In celebration of National Stamping Month and in honor of Close to My Heart's ongoing celebration of Jeanette Lynton's 30-year anniversary in the stamping and scrapbooking industry September's promotion is an exclusive C-sized stamp set, #30yearsofhappy, FREE when you spend $30 on any current retail-priced stamps.

This exclusive stamp set features 30 mini images and sentiments perfectly suited for 30 days of happy stamping!  Plus, make sure you check out Close to My Heart's Facebook page and Instagram during September to see all the ways we're celebrating #30yearsofhappy for a full 30 days!

When you spend $30 on current retail-priced stamps during the month of September,
you qualify to receive this exclusive C-sized stamp set, #30yearsofhappy, FREE!

Piggyback Promotion!!

Are you ready to celebrate National Stamping Month Ellie-style, with a FREE Exclusive Ink Stamp Pad?? You certainly cannot use those cute lil'stamps without your favorite ink!  When you spend $30 on retail-priced stamps you will receive a FREE Exclusive Ink Stamp Pad of your color choice from me!

There you got it, by purchasing $30 in stamps this month you will get a FREE exclusive C-sized stamp set AND a FREE Exclusive Ink Stamp Pad of your color choice!  It's a perfect time to check your wish list and get the stamps you've been waiting for!


September Stamp of the Month: Family is Forever!
This beautiful stamp set, Family is Forever, can be yours for only $5 with a purchase of $50 in product from the current Idea Book.

September SOTM: Family is Forever
Only $5 with a qualifying purchase of $50 or more. 

Remember that many of the stamp sets from CTMH are Cricut Compatible. This is probably one of my favorite things about CTMH's stamps!  How do you know if a stamp set you own is Cricut Compatible?  See the red outline around the heart in this stamp set?  That's the ticket!  Any stamp that is outlined in red when looking online or in Annual Inspirations has a compatible Cricut cut.  It will also tell you which of the CTMH licensed Cricut Collections (Artiste, Art Philosophy, Artbooking, Artfully Sent) that cut comes from, the page number in the Cricut booklet to find it and the size at which to cut!  When you get your stamp set all that information is printed on the plastic stamp sheet it's all the same except the outline is black.

Speaking of Artfully Sent, the brand new CTMH Cricut Collection found on page 141 of Annual Inspirations... it's on it's way!! We just got word on Thursday that Provo Craft is getting ready to finally release the cartridge to CTMH in early to mid-September!  Waiting, waiting, waiting...the wait is almost over, early to mid-September that's like.... now, soon, tomorrow...!  Exciting, right?!?! I'll keep you posted via my blog and Facebook - when I know, you'll know!! :)

Here's some cute artwork from CTMH using the September Stamp of the Month, Family is Forever.

Well, there you have it!  Let me know if I can help you pick out the perfect piece you need to complete a project on your list! Have fun shopping and taking advantages of some stamp-tastic deals!!

Happy Crafting!