Nan's Creating Place

It is truly humbling to work for a company that puts others needs first and comes to their aid in devastating circumstances  Close to My Heart wants to help the many families that were hit by the tornado in Oklahoma by making a new 2013 Autumn/Winter stamp set available immediately (retail value $2.95) and they will donate 100% of the profits from each sale from May 23 through June to the American Red Cross. A True Thank You Stamp Set - $2.95 100% of Proceeds Benefit Oklahoma Tornado Relief Campaign From May 23rd - June 30 Click here to order one or more today and show your support! Thank you! Nan

Home Decor - Saturday, June 22nd @ 10:00 am Sign up now for our this nautical hinged display board project in June.  This is a great project to celebrate that special vacation or time away.  This makes a wonderful gift or a display in your own home to remind you of a special time.  Be sure to order supplies early.  I have only 4 spots left for this workshop. Supplies needed: G1058  Tommy Kit z1837    Mini-medley Accents Collection - wooden z1838    Hinged Display Tray z1808    Outdoor Denim Chevron Ribbon Optional:  C1530 Sail away This is on Saturday instead of our usual Tuesday meeting time because I will be on my way to Orlando for convention on the 25th.  Hope to see you on the 22nd.

hOw aBouT tHoSe pHOtO BootHS!  a TrIp tO The MalL WitH yOUr bFf And yA'll sTEp iNTo a pHotO BOoth aND The gIggLes bEgIN......  This darling 6 x 6 canvas is a great reminder of that fun ya'll had.  Join us Thursday at 6. SuPPliEs NeEDeD: Workshops on the Go ®  Claire Kit 6" × 6" Canvas Display Sparkles Clear Flourishes – Small My Acrylix ®  Keepsake Alphabet Cashmere Exclusive Inks ®  Pad Cotton Candy Exclusive Inks ®  Pad Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks ®  Pad Sponge Liquid Glass 3-D Foam Tape 3" × 3" My Acrylix ®  Block 2" × 6 1/2" My Acrylix ®  Block See you Thursday, Nan

Do pinwheels just take you back to your younger days?  When the wind picked up and the wheel would whirrrlllllll.  Something so simple and yet such a thrill for a small child.  What a celebration of the Spring/ & Summer seasons.  To place your order and receive this stamp set special for just $5.00 go to www.nanb.ctmh.com    Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5

Get the exclusive paper packet for only $10 when you spend $35! In honor of National Scrapbooking Month, you can get the yummy Dream Pop paper packet for only $10 when you spend $35 in May (valued at $19.95 retail)! This exclusive paper packet includes 12 cardstock sheets as well as 12 B&T Duos ®  papers that were specifically designed for this promotion only—you can’t get these sweet colors and patterns anywhere else! Start National Scrapbooking Month off right with a unique paper packet at a bargain price and get your creative juices flowing! Also, consider hosting this month: Hostesses receive one paper packet free with qualifying May Gathering sales totals of $400 or more. Offer valid May 1–31, 2013, while supplies last. Qualifying purchases must be current, retail-priced product. To purchase this exclusive National Scrapbooking paper packet go to www.nanb.ctmh.com

CLAIRE SUPPLIES TO BRING: My Acrylix ®  Keepsake Alphabet ■ Cashmere Exclusive Inks ®  Pad ■ Cotton Candy Exclusive Inks ®  Pad ■ Outdoor Denim Exclusive Inks ®  Pad Sanding Kit Corner Rounder Sponge Liquid Glass 3-D Foam Tape 1" × 1" My Acrylix ®  Block 1" × 3 1/2" My Acrylix ®  Block 2" × 6 1/2" My Acrylix ®  Block See you at 6:00.  Hope you are having a great week. Nan

MY SUNSHINE   Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.   This is a Tweet set.....just in time for plenty of summer sunshine and fun .   To place your order and receive this stamp set special for just $5.00 go to www.nanb.ctmh.com

MAKE MONEY DOING WHAT YOU LOVE!                                    It’s time to sign up as a Close To My Heart Independent Consultant! When you sign up as a Consultant in April, you’ll receive a little something extra for joining the Close To My Heart family—the April, May, June, and July Stamp of the Month stamp sets for free! Each set retails for $17.95 which together equals $71.80 in savings.  These D-size stamp sets are great for a new Consultant to create artwork, bring to Gatherings, and show off to everyone. Now that’s a reason to celebrate! Offer valid April 1–30, 2013. To sign up as a consultant and purchase either of the consultant kits listed below go to www.nanb.ctmh.com   We would love to have you join our team. Essentials Kit $49 ($155 in retail value): Includes a Read ...

HOME DECOR PROJECT FOR APRIL Join us Tuesday April 30, at 6:00 to try your hand at Canvas Art.  This is an all inclusive kit that you can purchase ahead of time  here .  Then show up at my place and we will create together. Look forward to seeing you then. Nan

                                       “He Is Risen”                                                                                             Hold tight to the promise that Christ died so we are forgiven for   our past, present & future mistakes (sins)....

LAYOUT WORKSHOP **April 9, 2013** 6:00 - 8:00 PM DATE CHANGE SUPPLIES NEEDED: G1055 For Always Scrapbooking Kit ■ Black Exclusive Inks ® Pad Sanding Kit 3-D Foam Tape 1" × 3 1/2" My Acrylix ® Block 3" × 3" My Acrylix ® Block                           CARD WORKSHOP                        **  April 11, 2013**                         6:00 - 8:00 PM                DATE CHANGE                             ...

Buzz and Bumble Layout We threw a big surprise party for my husband.  It was January and the party was outside and it was very cold.  But he was totally surprise so that made it all worth it.  Most of our dearest friends were with us for the celebration.  2 very special women in my life prepared all the food and decorations.  The food was amazing and the place was beautifully done.  You only turn ??  years old once so you have to make it a big one!!  Thanks for stopping by.  Leave me a comment.  Nan

The Floral Happiness frame is our March Home Decor creation - The precious wall hanging frame featuring flowers and butterflies would be just the right touch for any little girls room or a powder room. Change the wording to suite your expression.  Join us March 26 @ 6pm to make the Floral Happiness frame.  Place your order right away at my website  if you plan to attend to this workshop.   Supplies to order for this workshop: X1791 My Creation Bracket Frame X7163B Chantilly Paper Pack 1385 Daisy White Cardstock X5640 Blush Cardstock Z1843 Irresistible Frames Z1807 Pink Glitter Gems Z1732 Color Read Seam Binding Ribbon  Z1819 Chantilly Textiles Z1096 Embroidery Floss Neutral Assortment S1303 Floral Happiness March Stamp of the Month (pictured above)   Optional: (I will have these items on hand) Z2172 Whisper Exclusive Ink Pad Z25000 Whimsy Exclusive Inks Mini Pi...

Hello and Happy March!  Hope you are in the mood for some spring activities.  This month we will be making the appealing Buzz and Bumble layout and kraft containers featured below.  Buzz and Bumble Layout Buzz and Bumble Kraft Containers Supplies for this months workshops: Workshops on the Go ® Buzz and Bumble Scrapbooking Kit My Acrylix ® Bohemian Alphabet ■ Cocoa Exclusive Inks ® Pad ■ Créme Brulee Exclusive Inks ® Pad ■ Sunset Exclusive Inks ® Pad Blending Pen Corner Rounder Sponge 3-D Foam Tape My Creations™ Kraft Container (need 3) Natural Hemp 2" × 2" My Acrylix ® Block 2" × 6 1/2" My Acrylix ® Block Looking forward to crafting with you.  See you tomorrow night. Nan

OPERATION SMILES QUARTERLY CROP    Lynn Haven United Methodist Church Transmitter Road  I have just a few spots left  If you are interested please let me know right away.       Saturday February 16, 2013 8AM to 5PM Lynn Haven United Methodist Church Fee: $20.00 Get caught up on your holiday pictures or whatever your favorite project is.  Join us for a day of crafting and fellowship We really do have a great time Look forward to seeing you there! Nan B 850-624-3840 nancyberd@gmail.com 

There are 2 openings in my Crazy 4 Cards Hostess Club for 2013. We meet the 3rd Saturday each month from 10AM to 12PM If you love the art of paper crafting come give us a try. Learn new techniques including how to use new products with like-minded ladies. We really DO have a great time! Email or call me if you are interested Nan B 850-624-3840 nancyberd@gmail.com

WOOHOO!  Thursday we will be making birthday cards from the Chantilly cardmaking kit!  Don't you love to send homemade cards?  I know I do and these cards are great for any birthday celebrations. Hope you can join us while we sip something warm, create, and just have a good time.  See you Thursday. Nan Supplies for Thursday workshop: Workshops on the Go - Chantilly cardmaking kit INKS:   Desert Sand, Lagoon, Sunset, Sweet Leaf Sponge Blocks:  1 x1, 1 x 3.5, 2 x 3.5, 2 x 6.5

Tonight we will complete our first layout from the new idea book and new paper patterns.  This is one of my favorites in the new book. Don't you love the spring colors and the paisley floral pattern?  This helps me to think about warmers days and that Easter is right around the corner.   I look forward to hearing what you think about it as well. Leave me a comment.    If you have signed up for the workshop, I look forward to seeing you this evening.  Have a great day and thanks for sitting a spell. Nan Supplies to bring tonight: My Acrylix Trinity Alphabet Inks:  Buttercup, Cotton Candy, Pear and Twilight Sanding kit Sponge 3-D foam tape Blocks:  1 x 1, 2 x 2, and 2 x 3.5

To check out the new idea book grab a warm cup of coffe and a comfy chair and  click here !  You are going to love what is new at Close to My Heart.  I alway say each idea book is the best one yet but I am bias.  I want to hear from you.  Let me know what you think. If you would like your own hard copy of the Spring Summer idea book let me hear from you.  I love to share.  Have a great weekend. Nan

Club was great on Saturday!  We made some very fun cards while learning a new technique with the stamp of the month.  Then we took the Whooo's your valentine special and made some fun gift items that were....well...not exactly valentiney!  But they were cute.  Take a look and tell me what you think? And here are some of the cards we made with the Happy Valentine's set. I have become a fan of January's stamp of the month. Thanks for taking a peek.  Let me know what you think. Nan