Happy New Year!

I hope you all had a safe and Happy New Year.  

I was lucky enough to spend the last few days of 2015 in bed with a virus.

I am feeling much better now and hope the new year is better than the last.

I have a lot to share with you so go get your favorite beverage and get comfy. 

Our new Seasonal Expressions 1 Idea Book is here and I think you are going to love what's inside.

With the new year, comes changes and like a lot of other companies, Close To My Heart has made some changes as well.  Some of you will love this others may not.  

We now have Thin Cuts dies, yes you read that right. We now have Thin Cuts dies.  I am so excited about that.  Love the dies that match our stamps.  I know we have the cricut, but sometimes it's easier to use the thin Dies than the Cricut.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my cricut and I will probably never give it (them) up, but I love thin dies as well.  I am not partial to one brand over another, as I have not used that many, but I do love the ones I have.  Check out the Thin Cuts here. 

We also have a new Planner Bundle and I love it so far. It is beautiful. I haven't used a planner in a long time, so it will take some getting used to.  I just started putting everything in my phone calander and that took some time to remember to do as well. 

I will be showing you all of these new things here in the next few days, but for now I want to talk about the changes in the paper packs and Workshops On The Go. 

You will now get 10 sheets of Background and Texture(B&T) Paper 

plus 2 sheets of Picture My Life (PML) cards,

 which you can cut apart and use them in many different ways.  

That will be another post. 

 Notice I did not mention Cardstock.  That's right, no cardstock.  I know, I know. We just got used to having cardstock in the paper packs.  However, this way you can choose the cardstock you want to go with the paper pack, and you don't have to feel quilty for not using the cardstock that comes in the pack.  

This is Charlotte X7205B  $9.95  

These papers are absolutely beautiful.  

12 – 12" × 12" B&T Duos™ (2 each of 6 double-sided designs)

Charlotte Complements X7205C $6.95 

In this pack you get 2 – 6" × 6" Coordinating Sticker Sheets

1 – Assorted Chipboard Die-Cuts with Gold Foil

Our new 

Workshops Your Way™ Charlotte Scrapbooking Kit  G1104 $26.95

Yes, the price is lower.  Check out the contents below, including the Download Guide, now you can print out your own guide. You will find these guides listed in several places so they are easy to find.

Workshops Your Way™ Charlotte Scrapbooking Kit Contents:

1 – Charlotte Paper Packet (X7205B)

1 – Charlotte Complements (X7205C)

3 – Cardstock Sheets (1 Black, 2 Whisper)

1 – Black & Gold Ribbon (Z3197)

1 – Treasured Puffies (Z3203)

Featured Colors: Black, Champagne, Slate, Sorbet, Whisper, White Daisy

Use the materials and the online guide to create three traditional layouts and one Picture My Life™ layout.

 Download Guide

This new stamp set works well with the Charlotte Papers and it has matching Thin Cuts too.  

Springtime Wishes C1641 $13.95 

Springtime Wishes Thin Cuts Z3201 $13.95

 Here is a couple samlpes of the Charlotte Workshops Your Way™ cardmaking project 

on the cards above they used CTMH water color paints to color the watercolor paper and then stamped and die cut them using the Springtime Wishes Thin Cuts.

 Here are some samples of the Charlotte Workshops Your Way™  As you look at these, you might notice that they used some of the Picture My Life Cards in the layouts as well.  

I hope to have my own pages up to show you soon.  

If you have any questions or need help finding something on my website please call me 503-708-6889 or you can email me jwilson@bctonline.com

If you would like to get a Seasonal Expressions with all the new items let me know.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice 

And the Mystery Hostess Drawing winner is....................................................

I announced on December 27th, that this was my last Mystery Hostes Drawing. Sorry if you missed it.  The winner of the Mystery Hostess Drawing receives $25.00 in FREE Close To My Heart products.  

I had 3 entries in my last Mystery Hostess Drawing 

Christina Carnright, Jean Pilch and Andrea Murdoch.  

Thank you ladies for your orders.  

I always use RANDOM.ORG to do my drawings.  

With out further delay.............

The WINNER is..................

Jean Pilch.

Congratulations!!!  Jean please call or email me your order.  

503-708-6889 or jwilson@bctonline.com

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

                   

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Happy New Year!!

I hope you all have a safe and happy new year.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

There's only a few days left for the Mystery Hostes Gathering.

There's only a few days left to get in the drawing for $25.00 in FREE CTMH Products. It ends December 31st at midnight. All you have to do is go to my website janicewilson.ctmh.com JOIN the Mystery Hostess Gathering and place an order. I will be announcing the winner of the $25.00 in FREE CTMH Products on January 1st. Call your friends and family, cause this is the last one I'm offering. You won't want to miss this one. You heard that right, this is the last Mystery Hostess Drawing I will be offering.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

Scrapbooking with Close To My Heart: White Pines Collection

When the snow starts to fall and the fireplace crackles, there’s no better time to scrapbook than with our White Pines paper collection. Featuring designs such as holly, pine trees, snowflakes, and ric-rac–this collection helps you document the joy of the season. To get this cozy kit, you’ll want to act fast, as it is only available for purchase through December 31, 2015! You can get your White Pines paper collection here.

Show us your artwork using the hashtag #CTMHWhitePines. Also, follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CloseToMyHeart), Instagram (https://instagram.com/ctmhofficial/), Pinterest, (https://www.pinterest.com/CTMH/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/ctmhcorp), and at our blog, makeitfromyourheart.com, to get more tips on new products. 

Happy Scrappin',

Janice Wilson

More White Pines From my Guest Designer Tarina LaFollette

Tarina has done it again.  Just look at these beautiful cards and layouts she has made.   Below you will find the supplies you will need to replicate these items.  If you want the instructions, I will email them to you once you place an order on my website.

Layout 2- By Tarina LaFollette - Using Close to My Heart Product + CTMH Cherish Scrapbook Program + Stash

Products used:

9038          Cherish^TM Scrapbook Program

G1099        Close to My Heart Workshops on the Go Cardmaking Kit

                        Products Included in Kit:

1-    My Acrylics White Pines Workshop Stampset (D-size)

2-    White Pines B&T Duos^TM Papers

5- Cardstock Sheets (2 Fern, 2 White Daisy, 1 Cranberry)

15- White Daisy Cards & Envelopes

1- Bitty Sparkles (Z1263)

1- Fern Thick Twine (3093)

1- Instructional Brochure

X7200B      White Pines Paper packet

Z3076        Glitter Paper- Gold

Z2116        Cranberry Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z2111        Chocolate Exclusive Inks^TM Pad

Z2650        Fern Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z891           VersaMark^TM Ink Pad Tsukineko^TM

Z2066        Ranger^TM Princess Gold Embossing Powder

Z2012        Sequins- Gold Assortment

Z2060        Thin 3-D Foam Tape

S1510        Twinkle October Stamp of the Month (or any proportionate stamp)

Z3022        3L E-Z Dots Adhesive

D1297        Edge Distresser

Z3188        Paintbrush Set

Z3170        Cricut Artiste Collection

Z1783        SureCut^TM Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer

Z2027        Mini Stapler

                             Twine, floss, or thread from stash

                             Small cup water

Here are the White Pines Christmas Cards By Tarina LaFollette

 G1099        Close to My Heart Workshops on the Go Cardmaking Kit

                   Products Included in Kit:

1-My Acrylics White Pines Workshop Stampset (D-size)

2-White Pines B&T Duos^TM Papers

5- Cardstock Sheets (2 Fern, 2 White Daisy, 1 Cranberry)

15- White Daisy Cards & Envelopes

1- Bitty Sparkles (Z1263)

1- Fern Thick Twine (3093)

1- Instructional Brochure

Using Close to My Heart Product + Stash + card sketch by The Deconstructed Sketch DS139 via Pinterest

Products used in addition to the Workshop On the Go Kit:

 S1510            My Acrylics October SOTM- Twinkle

Z2118            Dessert Sand Exclusive InksTM Pads

Z2116            Cranberry Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z2650            Fern Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z891              VersaMark^TM Ink Pad Tsukineko^TM

Z2066            Ranger^TM Princess Gold Embossing Powder

Z679              Liquid Glass

Z2060            Thin 3-D Foam Tape

D1297           Edge Distresser

Z1912            Corner Rounder

Z726              Sponge Dauber

Z1859            Foam Mat

Z1471            Ruler

Z3022            3L E-Z Dots Adhesive

Z1783            SureCut^TM Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer

Z3171            Cricut Art Philosophy Collection

                                    Twine, floss, or thread from stash

Using Close to My Heart Product + Stash + card sketch by mojo Monday (425) via Pinterest

Products used in addition to the Workshop On the Go Kit:

Z2116        Cranberry Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z2650        Fern Exclusive Inks^TM Pads

Z891           VersaMark^TM Ink Pad Tsukineko^TM

Z2066        Ranger^TM Princess Gold Embossing Powder

Z679           Liquid Glass

Z2060        Thin 3-D Foam Tape

Z3022        3L E-Z Dots Adhesive

Z1783        SureCut^TM Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer

Z3171        Cricut Art Philosophy Collection

Z555           Craft Heater

Using Close to My Heart Product + Stash + card inspiration by Tracy May via Pinterest

Products used in addition to the Workshop On the Go Kit:

S1510        My Acrylics October SOTM- Twinkle

Z2118        Dessert Sand Exclusive InksTM Pads

Z891           VersaMark^TM Ink Pad Tsukineko^TM

Z2066        Ranger^TM Princess Gold Embossing Powder

Z679           Liquid Glass

Z2060        Thin 3-D Foam Tape

Z3022        3L E-Z Dots Adhesive

Z1783        SureCut^TM Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer

Z3171        Cricut Artiste Collection

                   Twine, floss, or thread from stash

                   Acetate sheet from stash or packaging

I hope you have enjoyed the new White Pines Cards and Layouts by Tarina LaFollette as much as I have.  Keep watching my blog to see more items from Tarina.  

If you want to make these cards and pages, you can order the supplies here   Click on JOIN the Mystery Hostess Gathering at the bottom right side of the page and place your order.  I will email you the instructions once you place the order. By Clicking on JOIN the Mystery Hostess Gathering you will be entered into the Mystery Hostess Drawing where you could win $25.00 in FREE Close To My Heart products.  You need to place your order by December 31 to qualify for the Drawing, so don't delay.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

How to Make Paper Flowers for a Christmas Centerpiece

One of the best parts about this time of the year is decorating. This season, make a festive floral centerpiece made from paper. Monica, from Close To My Heart, shows you how to make the flowers featured in the centerpiece, using our White Pines paper collection. For full instructions and measurements, check out our blog: www.makeitfromyourheart.com. 

Show us your artwork using the hashtag #CTMHCenterpiece. Also, follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CloseToMyHeart), Instagram (https://instagram.com/ctmhofficial/), Pinterest, (https://www.pinterest.com/CTMH/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/ctmhcorp), and at our blog, makeitfromyourheart.com, to get more tips on new products. 

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

And the Blog Candy Giveaway Winner is...............................................................

We had a small turn out for the blog hop this month, but the artwork was great.  We had 1 person follow the instructions to be in the drawing, Christina Carnrite you are the winner!!! Congratulations Christina, I hope you enjoy your goodies.  Send me an email jwilson@bctonline.com to arrange a time to meet.  

This is what Christina won  A Zoe paper pack valued at $9.95

Silver Shimmer Trim valued at $4.95 

 Diamonds are forever stamp set valued at $13.95.

Don't forget there's still time to get in on the Mystery Hostess drawing. You could win $25.00 in FREE Close To My Heart products.  Just go to my website janicewilson.ctmh.com  scroll to the bottom of the page and click JOIN the December Mystery Hostess Gathering, 

place your order and you will be entered into the drawing for December.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

Funny 12 Days of Christmas: Decorating the Boss

Close To My Heart employees get into the Christmas spirit by using our scrapbooking products to decorate Brian Holman, the COO, as if he were a Christmas tree. Here’s what we used:

12 Sheets of Paper
11 PML cards 
10 Spools of Twine
9 Christmas Stamp Sets
8 Fun Assortments
7 Rolls of Washi
6 Base and Bling
5 Gold Foil Tape
4 Complements
3 Watercolors
2 Embossing Powders
And a Sticky Boy on top of Brian’s Head 

Follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CloseToMyHeart), Instagram (https://instagram.com/ctmhofficial/), Pinterest, (https://www.pinterest.com/CTMH/) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/ctmhcorp), and at our blog, makeitfromyourheart.com, to get more tips on new products. 

I hope you enjoyed this little vedio.  Monica and Brian are awesome.  You can purchase all of these supplies to recreate Brian as a Christmas tree here.

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

Stampin' Buds Blog Hop for December 2015

Hi and welcome to my blog, I'm Janice Wilson and One Scraptastic Grandma is the name of my blog.  My eldest Grandson named it for me.  If you are following the Stampin' Bud's Blog Hop, you came from Leesa Bartu's Blog.  I hope you enjoyed her beautiful artwork.

Not sure what a blog hop is?
Well let me explain it.
A group of people get together and decide what they want to share, a certain Paper pack. stamp set, scrapbook layout, cards or anything really.  Then all the people participating create their own blog post and share what they made and then provide the visitors a link to go to the next blog in the list, they hop from one blog to the other so to speak.  They sometimes provide a list of participating blogs so if you get lost you can go back and start over.  You get to see how they all use the same Paper, stamps ect. in different ways. Giving you inspiration to create your own projects.

On my blog, One Scraptastic Grandma, I try to share some type of paper craft with you as often as possible.  I have other hobbies that sometimes takes more of my time, but are well worth it.  I volunteer at my local VFW and I'm an Auxiliary Life member. I help make lap Quilts and neck pillows and we take them to the Portland VA Hospital. I'll have a post on that latter this month.  Right now we are getting ready to take a load on Wednesday for their Christmas party on the 16th.  They are always looking for volunteers, so if you have some spare time and want to volunteer, call the Portland VA Hospital and ask for Jean Bettencourt in Volunteer Services, she will be able to tell you all about how you can help.  Or contact your local VFW Auxiliary and ask if you can help them. I know we welcome all the help we can get at the Three Rivers VFW Post 1324 in Oregon City.

Back to the Blog Hop!

For this Blog Hop, I have chosen to use Kaleidoscope paper pack to create my projects.  I have not added pictures yet, but I have the perfect ones in mind.

Kaleidoscope X7202B  $9.95

I also used Kaleidoscope Complements  X7202C $5.95

SureCut™ Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer     $34.95

Non-stick Micro-tip Scissors  $13.95

Duck® Easy Stick™ Adhesive $18.95

4 – disposable permanent adhesive runners, 7 yards/6.5m each.

Here is a stamp set that goes perfectly with this paper pack.

Diamonds Are Forever C1629 $13.95

I am also working on a mini album using this kit so stop back by or follow this blog to see what it turns out like.

I will also be giving away some blog candy to one lucky person on December 15th.  To be elligible you must leave a comment on my blog regarding my artwork and then go leave a comment on each of the blogs in the hop. The participating blogs with links are listed below.  I will announce the winner here on my blog and on my Facebook page.

This is what I have so far for the Blog Candy,  Zoe paper pack and a roll of CTMH Silver Shimmer Trim. 

$9.95$4.95

Check back often between now and December 15th and see what I add to the pile.  

A Mystery Hostess drawing too! 

That's right, I'm giving away $25.00 of Close To My Heart Products for FREE!  

Just go to my website janicewilson.ctmh.com 

scroll to the bottom of the page and click JOIN the December Mystery Hostess Gathering, 

place your order and you will be entered into the drawing for December.

From here you will go to Tina Biornstad-Szafranski of Gems Paper Scissors's blog.  I'm sure you will love what Tina has done with the Kaleidoscope paper pack.  She is so talented.

Don't forget to leave me a comment and then go to the list below and comment on all the other blogs.

Happy Scrappin',
Janice

Tina Biornstad-Szafranski of Gems Paper Scissors (next)

Shelly Mendenhall

Leesa Bartu (Previous)

Janice Wilson (You are here)

The Mystery Hosstess Winner is...............

I totally forgot to do the drawing for the Mystery Hostess $25.00 in free CTMH Products.

Are you ready?

Tina Jaspers-Keeler

You are the winner.

Congratulations, please email me your order jwilson@bctonline.com

Happy Scrappin',

Janice

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