Page Reveals

I'm loving this how-to book. 7 pages done in a week following the recipes!

You've already seen my first few pages using Skylark and For Always. Well, there's now more! Edit: I've added links to all the products used for your convenience.

Skylark challege pages - materials used: Skylark WOTG kit (brand new item), Skylark Picture My Life card kit (fussy cut by hand), Chocolate and Lagoon cardstocks, Tombow adhesive, 12" trimmer, Chocolate Exclusive Ink, micro tip scissors, My Reflections book.

Both pages based on Reflections pg 70.

For Always page - materials used: For Always WOTG kit (discontinued), For Always My Stickease (discontinued), Tombow adhesive, 12" trimmer, My Reflections book, Black/White/Silver shimmer cardstocks (from my stash).

Reflections pg 73

Sarita challege pages - materials used: Sarita Paper Packet, Tombow adhesive, 12" trimmer, Chocolate Exclusive Ink, micro tip scissors, My Reflections book.

LH - Reflections pg 56
RH - Reflections pg 41

And these are my Surf's Up pages. Notice that I used some of the 3x4 Surf's Up Picture My Life cards on this layout. They aren't just for use in PML albums! They can be used for cards and for off the page projects, and as accents in traditional albums like you see here.

Surf's Up challege pages - materials used: Surf's Up WOTG kit, Surf's Up Picture My Life card kit (fussy cut by hand), Tombow adhesive, 12" trimmer, Chocolate Exclusive Ink, micro tip scissors, My Reflections book.

LH - Reflections pg 84
RH - Reflections pg 125

These pages seriously didn't take long to make. The most time consuming part was cutting everything and sticking it down! This how-to book doesn't have to be used with Close To My Heart papers. Neither do the instructions featured in our Workshop On The Go kits! I'll dig up some of my older papers and do a side by side comparison using the same layouts.

*STUDIO OPEN DAY*

I'm excited to see how this collection of recipes is used by you, my lovely readers.

I'm opening up my studio this Thursday, February 20th from 10am onwards. Bring some of your favorite papers, cardstock/pages, your trimmer, and adhesive, and I'll show you how this featured idea works. Have a cuppa, look at the new Ideas Book, check out the Picture My Life range, and ask any questions you have about Close To My Heart.

Email or ring me to let me know you're coming. I'm excited to see you!

Instant Gratification

Looking for some instant gratification when it comes to your crafting? Close To My Heart's Base & Bling line has expanded! More sophisticated than ever, the line now features your choice of faux antiqued gold or silver chains and pendants with four distinct styles of customizable elements. Whether you veer toward vintage, nurture your inner nerd, dare to daydream, or crave crafting, you and your customers are sure to find the perfect bling for your unique personalities. 

This video starring Kristine and Monica features the necklace part of Base & Bling. Have a watch. I'm planning a workshop for April featuring Base & Bling necklaces, perfect for Mother's Day gifting!


Who thinks they'd like to have a go at making their own custom personalized piece of wearable art?

These are just a few examples of what you can do with Base & Bling components. They're gorgeous! Whether you stick with one finish or like the mixed metals look, there's a wide variety of options when it comes to customizing your piece. Perfect for Mother's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, new mums/grandmothers, a lovely piece for a new bride, or even as bespoke jewelry for bridesmaids!

I'm taking expressions of interest now. Comment here or email me. Pending numbers of people interested, I'll make an event on my facebook page. Keep an eye out!