Nan's Creating Place

Check out the new Cut Above Kits from Close to My Heart in this video.  Precut, ready to assemble including embellishments and envelopes.  We also have 2 coordinating stamps sets that compliment these kits as well.  Crafting hand made gifts and cards just go a little easier with the Cut Above kits. To check out all the Cut Above kits and all that is new with Close to My Heart click here .

Welcome to the Everything ABC's Blog Hop! For this hop we will be featuring the letter S. This may be the name of a paper, a stamp set or an embellishment. If you came from Anita Autore's blog then you're on the right track! This card is made using our new Pathfinding paper pack (X7186B) with all the feel of Autumn. The base is 6" x 6" with a 3"x 6 "piece of goldrush cardstock and .25 x 5' piece of olive cardstock. I popped up a 2.25" x 3.5" piece of background and texture paper from the Pathfinding paper pack. Flowers are from Lifetime of Happiness (C1589) and "With Sympathy" is from Sincere Expressions (A1146). Very simplistic yet cute card to send just the right message. To purchase any of the items I used for this card or to shop our online idea book click here Your next stop on our Everything ABC'S blog Hop is Wendy Kessler In case you get lost along the way…go to Scrappy Therapy Th...

It's here...... Artfully Sent Close to My Heart has done it again.  This new Cricut cartridge boasts everything you want for card making.  With this newest collection you can make handmade beautiful cards in no time.  This cartridge features more than 25 different card themes and 5 different card formats including interactive designs.  There is a card for any occasion!  Card styles include pop-ups, scenes, sentiments, sleeves, and pocket cards.  Be the first in your group to own this great new card making jewel.  To order the new Artfully Sent Cricut cartridge today click here.   Stop by again soon, Nan

Celebrate with us - 30 years of happy! When you spend $30 on any current retail-priced stamps during the month of September, you qualify to receive the exclusive C-sized stamp set #30yearsofhappy for FREE! This special offer is part of our celebration of National Stamping Month as well as in honor of our ongoing celebration of our founder and CEO Jeanette Lynton’s 30-year anniversary in the scrapbooking and stamping industry. The 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 follow all the ways we’re celebrating #30yearsofhappy for a full 30 days! Dates: Offer valid September 1, 2014–September 30, 2014.  Go here to place your order now. Thanks for stopping by, Nan 

September Stamp of the Month S1409 Family is Forever Family really is forever!  This stamp set is great for cards to your loved one or those pictures from the family get togethers.  Either way you will find this set to be a excellent way to express yourself. Take advantage of this new D size stamp set, available for this month only, for just $5* - 70% off the full retail price! *Place an order of $50 or more in Close to My Heart products and you qualify to purchase the Stamp of the Month set for only $5.  -or- Purchase the Stamp of the Month set at the full retail price of $17.95USD with no minimum purchase required.  Click here to shop now. Thanks for stopping by, Nan

Clear Stamps that last!! Don't try this at home. This little stamp was once named "What's Up".  Jeanette's husband David renamed it "Sticky Boy" and a whole new life began for this little guy.  Now he can be spotted most anywhere there is a Close to My Heart Corporate event.  He sticks to most anything.  We search for him and scream when we find him.  He is then ours to keep.  I have not found a sticky boy in several years but a friend and I found 3 at one event!  He is very cool.  Hope you enjoy this little bit of humor. Nan

August 23rd is our quarterly crop date.  If you have never participate please consider joining us.  We have a great time socializing and learning from one another and we actually scrapbook and make cards all in one day. And all while raising money for a very worthy cause - Operation Smile We meet at the Lynn Haven United Methodist Church fellowship hall from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.  The cost is $20 which covers your work area, lunch, give aways, hands on learning and make n takes. We currently have 5 seats left so don't delay.  Call or email me today to reserve your spot.  This is a first come first serve and your deposit holds your spot.  If you have any questions, feel free to call or email me at the address below. Nancy B. 850-624-3840 nancyberd@gmail.com www.nanb.ctmh.com 

During the month of August, Close to My Heart is offering a picture perfect deal!  When you purchase any of the 13 available Picture My Life scrapbooking programs from the brand new 2014/15 Annual Inspirations idea book and you are eligible to add your choice of 1 of 8 qualifying Memory Protectors™ 10-packs for just $3.00!   Each Picture My Life scrapbooking program already includes a coordinating 10-pack of Memory Protectors, so when you add your additional 10-pack for only $3.00 you will be well on your way to your own picture-perfect pocket scrapbooking adventure!

Today is workshop day Supplies needed:  Timberline WOTG Kit Inks:  Goldrush, Ponderosa Pine, Chocolate Sponge 3-D foam tape Glue dots Cricut Art Philosophy Blocks:1x3.5; 2x2;4x5 Basic Supplies Cards from another talented CTMH Consultant Timberline Paper pack Woodgrain washi tape Triangle studs Colonial white cardstock for card bases & sentiments Inks: Goldrush; Ponderosa Pine, Lagoon, and Twilight Foam Tape Score board Basic supplies

What a hoot this special is in August.  Spend $50 and get this set for $5.00. But don't wait because it is only available this month, then it is gone. To make your qualifying purchase and What a Hoot stamp set click here.

               Close To My Heart NEW Idea Book is LIVE ! It's packed with awesome new paper packs, stamp sets, embellishments and tools! CHECK OUT WHAT IS NEW WITH CLOSE TO MY HEART..... HERE  or contact me for your copy.  Let me know what you think.                                                                       Nan

Skylark Workshops Tuesday Evening at 6:00 Scrapbook workshop Supplies to bring: Skylark WOTG Kit Basic Supplies Desert Sand and Slate ink pads Sanding Kit 3-d foam tape 1x1, 3x3, and 2x6.5 block Card Workshop: Basic supplies Extra Daisy White Cardstock Lagoon, Sweet Leaf, and Desert Sand Ink pads Sponge Dauber Skylark Paper pack and assortment See you tomorrow. Nan

  July 2014: Circus Alphabet (S1407) Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.  Click here to place order

Item # Here are the products that are going way.... Description Z1789 Chalkboard 12″ x 12″ Sheet, Adhesive-backed Z1832 Spinner Z1843 Irresistibles™ Frames Z1844 Color-Ready Trinkets Wooden Shapes Z1858 Irresistibles™ Hexagons Z1863 Color-Ready Midtown Cork Shapes X7170C Laughing Lola Complements Dimensional Elements X7171C Sarita My Stickease® Assortment X7172C ProPlayer My Stickease® Assortment X7173C Babycakes Complements Canvas Shapes X7177C Skylark Dimensional Elements Complements X7178C Ivy Lane My Stickease® Assortment X7179C Ariana Dimensional Elements Complements X7180C Balloon Ride Dimensional Elements Complements X7181C Jubilee Dimensional Elements Complements X7182C Timberline My Stickease® Assortment X7183C Lollydoodle My Stickease® Assortment Z1039 Create A Shade Pearl Paint Z1825 Keyboard Kraft Alphabet Z1835 Tiny Type Epoxy Alphabet Z1961 Marquee Enamel Shapes–White Z1891 Base & Bling Teal Jewels Z1892 Base & Bling Black Jewels Z1...

Clubs meet Saturday June 21  1st day of summer Looking forward to crafting with everyone tomorrow.  Bring your basic supplies.  If you are in the morning club we are meeting at Teresa's.  And if you are in the afternoon club we are meeting at Maureen's.  Check your email for directions.  See you there. Nan

Skylark Workshops for July  Here is a peek at what we will be making at our July workshop.  I also have some great mini cards lined up to make.  Check back in a few days to see what those will look like.  Meanwhile, hope you are enjoying your summer weather.  Thanks for stopping by. Nan  

HERE ARE SOME GREAT BUNDLE DEALS FOR YOU CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR ORDER TODAY! *Offer valid June 1 - 30, 2014. Shipping and handling is calculated based on the qualifying order total plus the price of the promotional item ($30.) Offer valid while supplies last. Clearance, bulk, "While Supplies last," supply items,and Studio J items do not count toward a qualifying purchase ($50), nor does the gift collection itself. Happy Shopping. Nan

June 2014: Kaboom (S1406) Spend $50 and get this Stamp of the Month set for just $5.  Click here to place your order.

I have always loved Close to My Heart's memory protector flip flaps.  And I have been wanting to see what could be done with them on cards!  Here are a few cards that we are doing for our June workshop using the balloon paper pack. Post a comment and let me know what you think.  Then try using the flip flaps on your cards and post them. Hope you are having a blessed day.  Stop by again soon. Nan

Balloon Ride Workshops June 3rd 6:00 to 8:00 Layout supplies needed: Balloon Ride WOTG kit basic supplies Stamp Pads: ■ Juniper Exclusive Inks™ Pad ■ Crystal Blue Exclusive Inks™ Pad ■ Saddle Exclusive Inks™ Pad ■ Sorbet Blue Exclusive Inks™ Pad Sanding Kit 3-D Foam Tape Blocks: 2" × 2" 2" × 6½" 4" × 5" Balloon Ride Flip Flap Cards: Basic supplies Stamp pads: Desert Sand  Sorbet Chocolate Balloon Ride paper pack Extra Colonial White Cardstock Sparkle Flourishes small Sparkles Flip Flaps Blending pen (if you don't have one I have extras) D1590 Balloon Ride (exclusive to WOTG kit) stamp set S1405 You've got a friend Stamp of the Month-May B1439 Dreamer See you Tuesday. Nan