January Newsletter

It's the start of a new year, and with it comes some fantastic specials!  Scroll down to find out what's on offer this month, and also to see which workshops I am offering this month.   New Seasonal Expressions Catalogue The new Seasonal Expressions catalogue is here and it is AWESOME! It's filled with 152 pages of pure creative happiness! You will get a free copy with your next online order. Or you can view and download a pdf version of the catalogue here. _______________ Frame It Up — National Papercrafting Month Special The Magnolia Frame Kit gives you the materials to create beautiful papercrafted décor. There are so many different ways to use this versatile kit, which is why you’ll get special pricing when you buy more than one! Save 15% when you buy two, or save 30% when you buy three! Plus, you can get one FREE by signing up as a Close To My Heart Consultant in January or hosting a qualifying party! Watch the video below for more information... Magnolia Frame Kit includes: • Sturdy chipboard frame (including backing)  • Double-sided frame overlay  • “love” and “home” sentiments  • Shiplap-printed backing sheet  • 3 sheets of die-cut leaves and flowers  • 1 sheet of gold foil die-cuts  Buy 1: $48 Buy 2: $41.50 each—15% off! Buy 3: $32 each—30% off! For Hostesses: When you host a party that reaches the third level of Hostess Rewards or higher (order dated for January and submitting your party order no later than February 5th, 2019), you will receive a Magnolia Frame Kit for FREE! Contact me to set up an online or in home party. For New Consultants: When you join my team and become a Close To My Heart Consultant in January, you will receive a Magnolia Frame Kit for FREE with your New Consultant Kit. That’s an added value of $29.95! Visit my New Consultant FAQ page or contact me for more information on becoming a Consultant. Only available January 1 - 31, 2019 while supplies last. Standard tax and shipping and handling apply. _______________ January Stamp of the Month Card Captions Stamp Set With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your D-sized Stamp of the Month set for just $7.50! Add the stamp set to your cart here at full retail price ($30.50) or, with your qualifying order of $75, get it for just $7.50! Stamp of the Month is only available January 1– 31, 2019. _______________ Celebrate 35 years! Get 35% off all alphabet stamp sets in January 2019 marks 35 years since Founder & CEO Jeanette Lynton first started selling stamps, and CTMH has big plans for celebrating all year long. They’re kicking off the celebrations with special savings on all of the alphabet My Acrylix® stamp sets! Now through January 31, you can save 35% on alphabet stamp sets!  Visit my website here to see all of the alphabet options. Discount only available January 1– 31, 2019. Shipping and handling will be assessed on the full retail value of your order. _______________ Happy Heart Special Show your love with this special Collection The Heart Happy collection includes an exclusive paper packet, stamp set, and sticker sheet that you can use to show your love in all kinds of crafts! The Heart Happy workshop guide provides instructions for using these items together with a few other products to create two single-page 12″ × 12″ layouts, one two-page 12″ × 12″ layout, 10 cards, and five tags. Save 25% when you purchase the workshop kit that includes the My Acrylix® A Piece of My Heart stamp set! I am so smitten with this collection, and everything is also available to purchase separately. Be sure to check out the Everyday Life™ album made using this same paper collection, too! Offers available through February 28, 2019 while supplies last. Shipping & handling assessed on retail value of all items. _______________ January Craft Club Sunday 20th January 10am-4pm Whether you haven't started or are a seasoned crafter- come and be inspired with the latest card making, scrapbook layouts and paper craft ideas. Pop in for a look at the monthly specials and latest products or come for the day to get crafty! REGISTRATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL IF YOU WANT A WORKSPACE FOR THE DAY. 2019 whole day Workshop cost is $20 prepaid, or $25 on the day.  Afternoon tea is provided and there is also the opportunity to join us for lunch in the restaurant (own cost). To register or find out more please click here. _______________ Seasonal Expressions Launch Party 25th and 26th January There's a new catalogue and I'm ready to share it with you! Please join me in person or online to check out the NEWEST, and GREATEST from Close To My Heart and see the amazing new products released in Jan 2019!  This event is for both my LOCAL paper crafting friends as well as for those of you that are ON-LINE too!  OPEN HOUSE date is.. Friday, January 25th from 6-9:30pm Saturday, January 26th from 10:30am-1:30pm What is included at this Open House Event???  • NEW product for you to touch and see  • make n’ take ~create with NEW product!!  • BRING a FRIEND receive FREE gift • Door PRIZES to win (lots of ways to earn tickets!) • used STAMP SETS..$10 & under!  • yummy food for your taste buds to enjoy! Best of all, this is a FREE event! Come early so you have time to complete your make n take, eat some goodies AND uninterrupted time browsing my samples of NEW products. Children are welcome but please let me know in advance if you are bringing them. Here's the exciting part.... If you can't attend in person, check out the new book online and place your order with me by January 28th & you can earn the FREE ITEM with qualifying order, make n take card, free stamp for hosting a party & tickets for drawing too!  Please RSVP (and earn some tickets, even if you can’t attend) to be ENTERED into my >>RSVP only<< Door prize drawing.  For more information or to register please click here. _______________ Frame It Up Class 28th January 7pm Come along to create your beautiful, personalised frame featuring the Frame It Up Kit.  Cost is $60 and price includes kit, your own Liquid Glass bottle, full instructions, use of tape runner and refreshments.  RSVP is required by Tuesday 8th January. To register please click here.  _______________ That's it from me for January- I hope you are all having a fantastic start to 2019 and I look forward to helping you achieve your crafting goals this year.

Holiday Expressions Open Home and September events

A few years ago, I had a laid back, Christmas themed Open Home at my place with nibbles, drinks and free crafting.  It was so much fun seeing everyone -and so I have decided to do this event again to celebrate the release of the new Holiday Expressions catalogue!

I know it is only the end of August, but I cannot wait to show you all of the beautiful seasonal items that will be available from the 1st September onward.

So mark your calendars and pop in to see the latest and greatest items from the new Holiday Expressions catalogue. Make a special holiday card, enjoy some nibbles and take away your own Holiday Catalogue with any purchase on the day. Feel free to pop in for this FREE event at any stage between 4-9pm on Sunday 11th September at my place.

Some other events I have coming up are:

CTMH Austere Retreat at The Cashmere Club
A three day flight of fancy, fun and free time to craft

Friday 16th Sept 7pm-9pm Drinks and Drop-Off
Saturday 17th Sept 10am-8pm Crop ‘Til You Drop
Sunday 18th Sept 10am-4pm Sunday Scrap-a-thon
Demonstrations
New Product Displays
Retreat Only Specials
Time to craft
$55 including continuous tea and coffee, and afternoon teas.
Food and alcohol can be purchased at the bar or restaurant.
Sunday will be our monthly workshop as normal at $20 for the Sunday only.

Create Kindness Card Kit Class

Saturday 17th September 2-4pm at the Cashmere Club

Attend this exclusive Card Kit Class during our weekend retreat for just $95.
Full kit included, consisting of:
24 – 3" × 3" pre-printed card bases with envelopes
24 – Pre-cut 1 ¾" white circles
8 – Exclusive M-size stamp sets
1 – Archival Black Exclusive Inks™ mini stamp pad
1 – 2" × 2" My Acrylix® block
1 – My Acrylix® mini stamp organizer
Class will run from 2-4pm, with afternoon tea included.
Pay an extra $5 and stay from 10am-5pm if you want to come the whole day and work on other projects too.
This card kit qualifies you for any weekend retreat specials and the September SOTM.
There is also the option to just purchase the card pack and use our demo stamps and ink for $30 from 2-4.
Great mother and daughter day idea, or to create a stash of cards to have on hand when needed.

Watercolour Wonder Class
Friday September 23rd 7pm at my house

In this beginner Watercolour class, you will learn the following techniques:
Colour mixing
Wash styles
Splattering
Sponging
Smooshing
Stamping on watercoloured backgrounds
Kit includes your own watercolour paint palette, two sheets of watercolour paper, a watercolour mixing guide, one waterbrush, a round sponge and four card bases with envelopes, valued at $37.50.
Class cost is $45 with light supper and beverages provided.

I would appreciate RSVP and payment if required for these events no later that 7pm Monday 5th September.  I look forward to seeing you at one of my September events!

June Newsletter- Flash Sales!

Flash Sale!

Join us for a new Flash Sale each weekend in June!

News flash! During the month of June, we’re offering great deals on bundles of discounted Close to my Heart products every weekend! Check my website each Friday during June to find a new set of bundles. There will be lots to choose from, but you’ll need to snatch them up quick, because they’re only available through the following Monday while supplies last! Bundles will be available at various discount levels and price points throughout the month, so check every weekend to see the new offerings. Remember, these discounts won’t last forever, and some will be gone in a flash, so act quickly to score the best deals! 

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Stamp of the Month - The Long Way Home

Get this great stamp set for just $10!

With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your D-sized Stamp of the Month set for just $10! Add the stamp set to your cart at full retail price ($33) or, with your qualifying order of $75, get it for just $10! But hurry. It is only available until the end of the month.

Set of 15

Recommended My Acrylix® Blocks:

1" × 1" (Y1000), 1" × 3½" (Y1002), 2" × 2" (Y1003), 3" × 3" (Y1006), 2" × 3½" (Y1009)

May Newsletter- Celebrating NSM

Yay, it is May! So many new things to share with you today!

Let's start with the NEW Seasonal Expressions (mini) catalogue, that launched on May first.

It is full of great new products, available from today until August 31st. Contact me today to get your copy! Or click HERE to view it online now.

Next up is the May stamp of the month, Celebrate with Cake.

Isn't it adorable? Perfect for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and more. It is only $10 with a qualifying order, or you can purchase it separately for $33. 

It is just $6 with a qualifying order, (or you can get it for $21.25 without).

Since it is National Scrapbooking Month, our albums are all 25% off- the perfect time to stock up.

And the last thing I want to share with you today is the Close To My Heart special for National Scrapbooking Month!

During the month of May, when you purchase $95 of product, you get the Happy Times paper packet for FREE.  (Or you can order it for $25.50 without a qualifying purchase.) There is also a matching D-sized Happy Times stamp set available for purchase for $33.

I have a feeling that this Happy Times paper pack is going to be a VERY popular item, and these monthly specials are always while supplies last, so make sure you don't miss out.

Remember, I always have upcoming workshops and events listed on my Facebook page- make sure you subscribe to keep up-to-date with my latest offers. 

Baby, You're Worth It!

Baby You’re Worth It!

Sign up as a Consultant in April and earn a FREE Cricut Collection or $100 in Select Product Credit!

If you have ever thought about turning your hobby into a lucrative business, now is the time! Signing up as a new Consultant with Close To My Heart during April is more rewarding than ever. When you sign up as a New Consultant you already get:

• New Consultant Kit with essential supplies for only $145 NZD
• $80 NZD in Select Product Credit to spend on additional supplies
• The chance to earn fantastic Straight To The Top start-up rewards

But during April, you also have the chance to earn your choice of a FREE Cricut® collection or an additional $160 NZD in Select Product Credit when you submit $500 NZD in
personal sales within your first 30 days!

Offer valid April 1, 2016 (9:00 am MDT) – April 30, 2016 (11:59 pm MDT). Cricut® collections available while supplies last. No tax will be charged on the free item. Shipping/handling will be charged based on the retail value of the free Cricut® collection.

PLUS, with our new Straight to the Top Program, you can earn even more products for FREE!

There are so many reasons to join the CTMH family! If you have questions about becoming a CTMH Consultant, feel free to contact me. I would love to chat with you about it.

Are you ready to sign up now? Click here for the online application.

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Stamp of the Month - Life in Pictures

Get this great stamp set for just $10!

With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your D-sized Stamp of the Month set for just $10! Add the stamp set to your cart here at full retail price ($33) or, with your qualifying order of $75, get it for just $10! But hurry. It is only available until the end of the month.

Upcoming Events

Sunday Workshop

Sunday 10th April, 10am-4pm

Come and craft with us whether you haven't started or are a season crafter - come and be inspired with latest cardmaking, scrapbook layouts and papercraft ideas.

 It is free to drop in at any stage OR book a workspace and stay for a full day of crafting.

This month we are featuring the new Regatta Workshop Your Way (Purchase the kit and use the materials and the online guide to create three traditional layouts and one Picture My Life™ layout).

With the remaining pieces there are instructions to make 8 cards ... we will have the stamp set available at the workshop to make the cards. Contact me to order your Workshops Your Way™ Regatta Scrapbooking Kit or order online.

 Tea, coffee and afternoon tea included.

 Check out my website for all your craft supplies and ideas http://laurenmoore.shopctmh.co.nz/

Buy two stamp sets, get one free!

Stampaganza is the best time to get our top quality My Acylix® stamp sets. Choose from dozens of designs! »

Brighten Someone's Day with Penelope These adorable pinwheels could cheer anyone up, and they're a cinch to make using our Penelope suite of products and a corner rounder. • Start by rounding the corners on a square of Penelope paper. • Cut a slit from each corner about halfway to the center to create two flaps at each corner. • Fold one of the flaps at each corner to the center and fasten it there (we used hook & loop dots for a good, firm hold). • Embellish to your heart's content! To further personalise your paper pinwheels, back your paper squares with other patterned papers to get the exact look you want. Get your Penelope products and try it for yourself »

Happy Stamping with March Stamp of the Month The My Acrylix® Sunshine Birdies stamp set is only available during March— get it at a discount with your qualifying order! » Craft with me To learn new techniques, have a break and create beautiful items, have a look at my list of upcoming classes and events. Easter Gift Boxes Sunday 13th March 4pm Come along to make three adorable Easter boxes, perfect for gift giving.  Cost is $10 for the three boxes- filling not included! Learn how to use the new Thin Cuts and watercolour paints, as well as stamping with the adorable Spring Critters stamp set.  Please RSVP and pre-pay by Friday 11th March to secure your spot. Sisters Layout Class Friday 18th March 7:30pm Come along to create this beautiful double page layout for sisters or friends.  All supplies and instructions included as well as supper. Class cost is $12 payable by 7pm Monday 7th March. March Sunday Workshop Sunday 20th March, 10am-4pm Come and craft with us whether you haven't started or are a seasoned crafter - come and be inspired with latest cardmaking, scrapbook layouts and papercraft ideas. It is FREE to drop in at any stage OR book a workspace and stay for a full day of crafting.  This month we are featuring the new Penelope Workshop Your Way (Use the materials and the online guide to create three traditional layouts and one Picture My Life™ layout). With the remaining pieces there are instructions to make 8 cards ... we will have the stamp set available at the workshop to make the cards. Contact me to order your Workshops your Way or order online. Tea, coffee and afternoon tea included. To register let me know if you : * want a workspace for the day $25 ($20 if pre-paid by 25th March) * will be joining us for lunch in the restaurant (own expense) * just popping in for a browse and afternoon tea (FREE) Check out my website for all your craft supplies and ideas http://laurenmoore.shopctmh.co.nz/

Help me Make a Difference

Make a Difference this February

Purchase the limited-time My Acrylix® Share the Love stamp set and we will donate $7 USD to Operation Smile™, an international organisation that helps children with cleft lips, cleft palates, and other facial deformities receive life-saving and life-changing surgeries. Order yours and help us make a difference in the life of a child.

Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve

Have you seen our Operation Smile™ t-shirts? When you purchase one of these stylish tees, $10 USD of the proceeds goes to Operation Smile!

A Stamp Set for Your Inner Party Animal

Adorn your scrapbook pages with an adorable collection of balloon animals in an assortment of vibrant colours using February's fun-loving Stamp of the Month. Want to see what this set can do for a card? Check this out! The My Acrylix® Balloon Animals set is only available during February—get it at a discount with your qualifying order.

February Winner Promotion

Sign into my CTMH website, join the group "February Winner", and spend $40. For every $40 that you spend, your name will be put into the raffle. So $80 would get two tickets, etc. On March 1, 2016, I will pick a winner, announce it on my blog and Facebook Page and ship it to you!
If you spend $75, you also qualify to purchase this stamp of the month set for only $10.
Plus, if you like a great deal and love CTMH products, be sure to stop by my website to shop the clearance section today! But hurry! Clearance items are only available while supplies last!

February Events

Artfully Sent Love Card Class
Thursday 11th February, 7:30pm, Halswell

Create two Love themed cards, perfect for Valentines Day or someone special, using the Cricut Artfully Sent collection and the February Constant Campaign Stamp Set. $10 per person, includes envelopes, full kit and instructions as well as supper.

February Sunday Workshop
Sunday 28th February, 10am-4pm, The Cashmere Club
Come and craft with us whether you haven't started or are a seasoned crafter - come and be inspired.
It is FREE to drop in at any stage OR book a workspace for $25 ($20 pre-paid) and stay for a full day of crafting. This month we are featuring the new Charlotte Workshops Your Way. Tea, coffee and afternoon tea included.

Craft For a Cause
Get your friends together and help me to raise money for Operation Smile, as well as making two sweet cards using the Operation Smile stamp set. Book your class today- every class in February will help a child in need.

Wishing you all a fantastic February!

New Year, New Catalogue!

Happy New Year! What a great time to sort out some of those craft resolutions and make sure that 2016 is your year to get creative. I am excited to share January’s promotions with you!

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Seasons of Love

Introducing the new Seasonal Expressions catalogue!

Get your first look at all of the wonderful new products and project ideas in the new Seasonal Expressions mini catalogue! Click here to shop online or contact me to place your order today.

It contains a gorgeous array of new ideas and product to kick start your creativity in 2016!... especially our 3 new "Workshop Your Way Kits. With just 1 kit you can complete 3 Double Page Layouts, 2 Picture My Life/Pocket Page Layouts and approx. 8-9 cards all with cutting guides and instructions. Best of all if you can't attend my workshops or prefer to scrap in the comfort of your own home, you can follow a step by step video such as this one featuring the new Charlotte range.

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National Papercrafting Month — Live Your Day

Get your limited edition PML card deck to coordinate with your new Everyday Life Planner!

Celebrate National Papercrafting Month with the exclusive Picture My Life™ Live Your Day scrapbooking program—available for one month only! This collection was designed to coordinate perfectly with the sensational Everyday Life™ 2016 Planner Pages and My Crush® Everyday Life Pages, so you can seamlessly integrate pocket scrapbooking into your 2016 planner. Whether in the planner or on their own, these cards make it easy to preserve your everyday moments all year long. Get yours today for only $15.50 before this offer is gone!

Watch this video for more details...

Click here to order yours today.

Offer valid January 1, 2016 - January 31, 2016 or while supplies last.

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Stamp of the Month - Beloved Bouquet

Get this great stamp set for just $5!

With a minimum qualifying purchase, get your D-sized Stamp of the Month set for just $10! Add the stamp set to your cart here at full retail price ($33) or, with your qualifying order of $75, get it for just $10!

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Upcoming Events

Come along and get creative!

New Year Catalogue Launch
Friday 8th January  7pm at The Cashmere Club
You are invited the launch of the NEW Seasonal Expressions catalogue. You will get to:
 * make two projects using NEW product
 * be in the draw to win some fantastic prizes from the new catalogue
 * get your hand on a copy of the brand new Seasonal Expressions 1 Catalogue.
 * Enjoy refreshments
 * Get One Day Only specials.
 Cost : $15 per person
 Please SHARE with friends and family. Bring a friend and receive an extra ticket in the Prize draw.
 It is FREE to drop in at any stage to check out the new product. If you can't make it you will be able to view online and order online.

La Vie En Rose Layout Workshop
Saturday 30th January, Halswell, 3-6pm

Come along to my Halswell location and make three double page layouts using the beautiful La Vie En Rose Paper Packet.
Each kit includes:
X7201B - La Vie En Rose Paper Packet
X7201C - La Vie En Rose Complements
Z3078 - La Vie En Rose Assortment
Z1375 - (1) 12" x 12" Kraft Cardstock
X5773 - (1) 12" x 12" Pixie Cardstock
1385 - (5) 12" x 12" White Daisy Cardstock
Z1968 - (6) Side Load Memory Protectors
Cutting Guide and instructions
Afternoon tea is also provided.
Cost is $60 for the class and you will get to keep the leftover parts of the Paper Packet, Complements and Assortment for future products.
Spaces are limited. RSVP due by Sunday 10th January

Artfully Sent Love Card Class
Thursday 11th February, Halswell, 7:30pm

Create two Love themed cards, perfect for Valentines Day or someone special, using the Cricut Artfully Sent collection and the February Constant Campaign Stamp Set.
$10 per person, includes envelopes, full kit and instructions as well as supper.  RSVPs required by 24th January.

February Sunday Workshop
Sunday 28th February 10am-4pm at The Cashmere Club

Come and craft with us whether you haven't started or are a seasoned crafter - come and be inspired.
It is FREE to drop in at any stage OR book a workspace for $20 and stay for a full day of crafting.
This month we are featuring the new Charlotte Workshops Your Way.
Tea, coffee and afternoon tea included.

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Remember- you can SHOP NOW from our New Seasonal Expressions catalogue, everything is available in my online shop and can be delivered right to your doorstep - perfect timing for those of you spending your Summer Holidays crafting up a storm - Enjoy!