"How To Programs"

Do you feel that you are not creative?  Do you feel that you cannot compare with others?

Well, join the group!  Some of us feel the same.  And we get ideas from others.  Many of us refer to Close To My Heart's "How To Programs."  That's where I get many of my ideas for cards and scrapbook layouts.

“How To Programs” are essential guides for creating beautiful cards and scrapbook layouts. Various patterns have been developed and released through our various publications. You will find patterns, cutting diagrams, instructions, and full-color artwork. The books have a soft-cover, are spiral bound, easily affordable, and easy to carry and store.

The following publications will be retired at the end of July:

Originals Card Confidence Program -100 card patterns to create the perfect card for any occasion.

Reflections Scrapbook Program - 100 scrapbook layout patterns with fundamental design principles to make all of your pages shine.

Cherish Scrapbook Program – 50 classic 12”x 12” two-page layouts with blueprints, step-by-step instructions, and photo suggestions. It features in-depth art techniques, accessory suggestions for your artwork, and detailed cutting diagrams.

Imagine Scrapbook Program – 50 inspiring two-page 12" × 12" designer layouts with incredible scrapbooking patterns. It comes complete with cutting diagrams, assembly instructions, and inspiring techniques.

Magic Scrapbook Program - brings magic to your scrapbook layouts using clever interactive techniques. You'll add hands-on excitement and dramatically increase your photo and journalling space using pop-ups, pull-outs, slides, cascades, and more! It includes 35 gorgeous 12" x 12" layout patterns that can be used on their own or with the interactive techniques.

Wishes Card Confidence Program -100 card patterns to create the perfect card for any occasion

These publications will make wonderful gifts for your special card making/scrapbooking person. Buy them now before they are gone!

Our two other guide books are still available:  "Make It From Your Heart Volume 1" and "Make It From Your Heart Volume 2"

Check them out at my website mariaelena.ctmh.com

Seasonal Expressions May-August

Our Seasonal Expressions 2 • May–August 2017 expires on August 31, 2017

Seasonal easy-to-follow patterns and coordinated embellishments for fast and gorgeous pages are made available in our seasonal mini-book.

Take advantage of some of these wonderful ideas and products. Check them out on my web page
mariaelena.ctmh.com (Products - Idea Books)

"Embossing Folders"

Have you tried Embossing Folders?

Embossing Folders are a quick way to emboss and add texture to your paper. Our folders are clear 5” x 7” holders which are run through an embossing machine such as a Cuttlebug.

Currently we have 8 folders which will be retired at the end of July.

These 6 folders have repeatable designs:

Confetti Embossing Folder

Confetti Stars Embossing Folder

Simple Chevron Embossing Folder

Wood Slats Embossing Folder

Happy Thoughts Embossing Folder

Word Search Embossing Folder

Two additional folders are:

Circle Diffuser

Square Diffuser

You can see samples of these on my website mariaelena.ctmh.com

(Products – Idea Books - “Annual Inspirations” - page 80 magnified)

Take a look at this embossing on pink cardstock!

"Thin Cuts"

I love our “Thin Cuts”

With our wonderful “Thin Cuts”, I no longer have to fussy cut some of my stamped images. Plus I can do some fantastic mass production of my designs..

“Thin Cuts” are metal dies for cutting selected stamp shapes. Some are packaged with coordinating stamp sets. Others are packaged separately and are simple shapes or words to easily decorate your paper creations.

“Thin Cuts” are packaged on their own magnetic sheet and work with most die-cutting machines similar to the Cricut Cuttlebug. 

See our current “Thin Cuts” on my website mariaelena.ctmh.com (Shop – Dies)

Since some stamp set combos and single "Thin Cuts" will not be in our new Annual Inspirations Idea Book releasing on August 1, think about starting your collection today!

"Prickly Pear"

Our "Prickly Pear" theme is full of color and fun!

Summer months are great for experimenting with our various kits, paper packs, and stamps. Our paper is double-sided for double-the-fun!

We have everything you need for your "Prickly Pear" creations, including our stamp set with 6 metal dies to cut select stamp shapes.

You can purchase our Workshop Your Way with products and instructions, or you can purchase selected items.  See my website for more details.   mariaelena.ctmh.com

Buy 2 Get 1 Free!

Let Stampaganza 2017 begin! 

Buy any two My Acrylix® stamp sets at full retail price and get a third stamp set of equal or lesser value FREE! 

Choose from any stamp set in the current idea book, plus a collection of popular sets that we have brought back just for Stampaganza!

This promotion is good for the entire month of July.  Shop now at mariaelena.ctmh.com

July Stamp Of The Month "Storybook Alphabet"

Purchase our new D-size stamp set for only $5 when you place an order of $50 or more during July.  Note:  This stamp set is also available at a full retail price of $17.95.  

Orders yours today.  Stamp set is only available in July!

This stamp set will be terrific with your scrapbooks!

United States of America

Each stamp set includes the State, the name, and the abbreviation.  

With our July Stampaganza, you can buy any two of these stamp sets at full retail price and get a third stamp set of equal or lesser value FREE!   This is a great way to document all your vacations, special occasions, etc.    

These stamp sets are available as long as supplies last.  Order yours today! 

Note:  With Stampaganza, you can choose from any stamp set in the current idea book.  You are not limited to the State stamps.

Operation Smile^®

As an Independent Consultant with Close To My Heart, I am supporting its partnership with Operation Smile^®, an international non-profit organization that repairs childhood facial deformities.

Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft lip or cleft palate. These facial deformities can result in difficulty speaking, malnourishment, and social ostracism. Operation Smile's mission is to repair cleft lips and cleft palates for children throughout the world, particularly in areas where surgical care is difficult to obtain. It organizes volunteers and resources to aid children, parents, and communities by performing life-saving surgeries and advocating for sustainable healthcare systems.

Through donations of time and money, Operation Smile has provided more than 220,000 free surgical procedures for children and young adults in the last 34 years.

CTMH partnered with Operation Smile to create smiles, change lives, and heal hearts.

You can easily participate in this project by purchasing our special “True Love” stamp set which was specially created to spread our love. It is available until July 31, 2017. The set retails for only $17.95, with $7 going directly to Operation Smile. This 9-piece stamp set can be used at any time, for various occasions.

Another way you can participate is by placing an order on my website. Simply “round up” your order total to the nearest dollar or consider additional contributions in whatever increment you desire.

These are easy ways to support this charity. Your pocket change will make a difference. Remember--Every penny counts!

Place your order today at www.mariaelena.ctmh.com