Bean Burrito Disaster

These photos were too funny - I had to do a layout for them!!

Columbia

So I've really been wanting to get some Disney pages done lately and this was one I did last weekend. These photos are from 1997... certainly not digitals!!

Card Organizer Workshop!

Watch for details coming about this workshop to create your very own card organizer.
Contact me if you're interested!

Winner!

The new Boom-di-ada paper just went so well with these photos I've been wanting to scrap. The paper is from the Creative Basics pack which also includes the ribbon. How great is this?!

Altered Brag Book

This is a store bought plastic cover for 4x6 photos. I just removed the insert it came with and put in my own creation!

Why the Revenge?

Week 6 of Racing at Watsonville... We spent Friday and Saturday nights this most recent weekend at race tracks. Photo by L&J Photography

Meeting Mulan

These are some older photos from 2004 used with CTMH's Floral Tapestry paper packet. Just working on some Disney pages!

One more for moms!

Here's one more card I forgot to include!

Mother's Day Ideas

This is a "candy" bag except this month instead of candy, mom is getting
some Southwestern Seasoning Mix from Pampered Chef. The chili pepper
stamp from May Word Puzzle goes perfect with this gift and it's a great
idea to present small gifts for mom. The ribbon is stamped with the white
daisy ink pad.

These two are gift card holders so they fold over and the inside has slits made from scissors (or you can use an exacto knife) to hold a gift card. So if you're getting mom a gift card this year, try this idea to present it to her. It's really quick and easy to do and you probably have scraps leftover from your kits to make something this size! Have fun creating!

Two Peas Blog Challenge

How is life different for your children than when you were growing up? (great page idea as well)

My son is not even two yet so for his age thus far, I'd have to say the biggest difference between his life and my life at this time would probably be nutrition. I think I was drinking soda from a can at a very early age and had the baby bottle for a very long time. I am a huge nutrition nut compared to this approach!! No soda for my little guy!

Host a party to go!

Don't have time to host a party in your home?
Not sure all of your guests can come on the same day?
Weekends and evenings are too precious for your busy schedule?

No problem!
You can still host a CTMH party and earn hostess rewards.
Just ask me about booking a party to-go.

April Newsletter

Magic Moments Scrapbook Kit May is National Scrapbooking Month and CTMH is kicking things off early with the Magic Moments Scrapbooking Kit. For more info on this exciting promo, please click here. The kit is shown below...



I'll be holding an Open House so you can come view and order this kit - please click here for the eVite. Also at the open house, I'm planning a small Mother's Day project so please keep your eye open for updates to my eVite or ask me for details.

March Artwork Submissions
Thanks to those who submitted artwork in the month of March. Please visit the album at MarchArt and this month's random winner is:
Lisa M. Please watch for your prize in the mail or enclosed with your next order.

Scrapbook Party Project

This is an example of the types of projects I would do at a scrapbook party. You get to see and feel CTMH's papers, try out the amazing stamps and leave with a completed page ready for your photos. Isn't it lovely?

Quick Gift Tags

Another fun and easy way to use your stamps is to make a quick gift tag for a birthday gift. These are easy and simple ones made for a kids party - a 4 year old boy and a 9 year old girl. Just takes some scraps of paper and your favorite stamps. Add a bit of color with your markers and you've got an easy tag to attach to a gift bag!

Cards with Glitter

This card has a bit of glitter using the write n rub pen. The textured paper is from the kit, Paper Garden.

Make a Candy Bag

These candy bags are so easy to make! Trim a piece of cardstock to size 4x6. Fold it over so your card measures 3". Decorate using your favorite seasonal stamps or with a sentiment such as "Thank You" and give out to friends, family, co-workers, and classmates. On this paticular card, I used the January Stamp of the Month, EasterTime. I used the round dot to give the eggs different colored spots. The clear bags can be found in large quantities at craft stores such as Michael's.

Favorite Time of Day

Two Peas Challenge:

What is your favorite time of day?

I hate to say this but my favorite time of the day right now is nap time! It's really my break time or lunch break where I can relax and do something for myself.

Journaling Tips: If you are stumped with a journaling topic or a theme for your next layout, sometimes questions like this give you ideas for layouts.

One thing I'll Never Forget....

Two Peas Challenge Quesetion for Bloggers:

What is one thing you'll never forget?

Such an appropriate question for me at this time as I just lost my dad two weeks ago today. I will of course never forget him, but I'll never forget our memories - the trips to Disneyland, snorkeling in the Virgin Islands, skiing in Lake Tahoe. These are things that made my childhood so special and memorable and I have him part of those memories and responsible for them as well. He was an example of many ways that I want to raise my own kids in terms of cherishing them and enjoying them.

March Newsletter

Spring is almost in full swing; the year is flying by... March brings St. Patrick's Day and this year we celebrate Easter in March - what a busy month!

It's also an exciting time for Close to my Heart! Here's a look at all that's going on....

View the catalog online anytime!
That's right, the full Idea Book is now available in full beautiful detail at closetomyheart.com. From the main page, click on products and then click on the current Idea Book. This is a great tool for hostesses who can share the catalog with as many guests as they want before their scrapbooking parties. It's also a great tool for those of you who have co-workers and friend who'd you love to share the Idea Book with. Please visit today and add it to your favorites.

March Promotion
Become a consultant- there's no better time! Ask me for details on an exciting incentive for signing up to be a CTMH consultant only available in March. If you're interested in earning extra money and making friends, ask me for details on this month's incentive for new consultants.

March Stamp of the Month
The stamp of the month for March is a must have! It's a beatiful design just in time for your Mother's Day layouts, projects, and cards. It's very versatile and can be used in so many other ways. For additional artwork please visit:

MarchStampOfTheMonthArtwork

February Artwork Submissions and Contest Winner!
I'm excited to share with you my first month's web album of artwork submissions from myself and my cherished CTMH customers and friends. In addition, as promised, all those who submitted artwork were entered in a random drawing for a monthly prize. This month's winner: Nellie P. Congratulations and watch for your prize in the mail or in person! To view all artwork submitted in February, please visit here: http://picasaweb.google.com/dirttrackwidow/FebruaryArtworkSubmissions

March Calendar
March 8th - Open Crop @ my house! Noon-?? There will be a prize drawing and kit available for purchase for only $3. Earn tickets to win in the following ways:
1.RSVP to me by March 5th that you are attending the crop
2.RSVP that you will be bringing a friend
3.Bring a snack or beverage to share with everyone
4.Earn one ticket for every $20 you spend in an order placed March 8th
5.RSVP to purchase kit by March 2nd
6.Book a party for the month of April while you're at the crop and earn five tickets for the drawing.
7.Sign up to be a CTMH consultant while at the crop and receive five tickets for the drawing.

Take a look below at this month's kit... If you'd like to order it without attending the crop please let me know.

Thanks for reading this month's newsletter. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you with your paper crafting needs and goals very soon!


CC Marsh
your CTMH consultant

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